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Eight Skull
Ajaw
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Stela 12 was possibly dedicated by Eight Skull.
King of Ixkun
Reign c.779-790
Successor Rabbit God K
Born Ixkun
Died c.790
Ixkun
Spouse Lady Ik (possibly)
Issue Rabbit God K (possibly)
Religion Maya religion

Eight Skull (ruled ? - c. 790) was one of two known rulers of Ixkun, Mayan city. His successor was Rabbit God K.

Stela 2 records two battles, one against Sacul on 21 December 779 and the other against Ucanal on 10 May 780. It is said on the stela that Eight Skull was a predecessor of Rabbit God K. The text is incomplete.

Stela 12 is believed to have been dedicated by Eight Skull.

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