Discover the details behind the rich Na’vi culture featured in ‘Avatar’, film released in 2009
Released in 2009, ‘Avatar’, became the greatest feature film of all time by raising the highest value at the box office in the history of cinema and much of the success and approval of the plot, is due to the use of revolutionary visual effects and 3D technology that transformed the experience of producing and consuming movies on the big screen.
In addition, one of the great highlights is the universe created by James Cameron and the civilization of the moon Pandora itself, where the culture of the Na’vi is approached. This is because most of the values and customs presented within the Na’vi society revolve around their connections with nature and the goddess known as Eywa, in addition to the strong connection they have with the sacred places presented. But, have you ever stopped to think what all these places are for?
In order to answer the question, we have listed below all the sacred Na’vi sites featured in ‘Avatar’. Check out!
initial tree
Featured as the home of the Omaticaya tribe since the beginning of their civilization’s formation, the Beginning Tree or “Kelutral”, is an ancient tree that rises hundreds of meters above the forest of Pandora.
Each clan has its Kelutral, but it is known that the Omaticaya is located above an exorbitant amount of Unobtanium, an element that is targeted by the RDA (Resources Development Administration) and motivates the departure of humans to Pandora.
Tree of Souls
Also known as Ayvitrayä Ramunong, the Tree of Souls is the site that allows the Na’vi to access the inner network that comprises the biological canopy of the moon Pandora.
In addition, the Tree of Souls are used in rituals, one of which is shown in the plot, as it is capable of transferring souls to different bodies, as happened with Jake Sully, who gives up his human form and makes the ritualistic transition process. from your soul to your avatar.
Tree of Voices
Described by Neytiril as “a place for prayers to be heard and sometimes answered”, the Tree of Voices allows the inhabitants of Pandora to connect with their ancestors and hear their voices.
It is also worth remembering that the Tree of Voices — called Utral Aymokriyä in the Na’vi language — works similarly to the Tree of Souls, as it is able to reveal information about the Na’vi concept of life after death.
Floating Mountains
Yielding one of the most surprising scenes of ‘avatar‘ (2009), the Floating Mountains or Ayram alusìng hover thousands of feet above the surface of Pandora and are known as the site of one of the most important rituals for the Omaticaya: the initiation of hunters.
To become a hunter, young Na’vi must climb the mountains to fight a Mountain Banshee. These flying beings that are also called Ikran, must be tamed so that the Na’vi can use them as hunting companions in the air until death.
Source: Recreio
