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Puja Before The Climb
- Pemba Gilje Sherpa performs a puja and prepares an altar before climbing to seek protection from the mountain gods.
- He treats K2 with reverence and believes spiritual ritual helps keep his team safe on dangerous climbs.
Why K2 Is More Dangerous Than Everest
- K2's physical danger and unpredictable weather make it far deadlier than Everest despite being slightly shorter.
- The mountain's verticality and storms concentrate risk, explaining its low summit numbers and high fatality rate.
Wilco's Return And Rigorous Prep
- Wilco von Ruen returns to K2 after prior attempts and leads the Norret team with intense preparation and planning.
- He oversees hauling nearly two and a half miles of rope and coordinates meticulous logistics for their ascent.


