in the twilight of centuries past, an era when the word 'taboo' swirled with an aura of enigmatic power, i witnessed a riveting experiment. it was an era where to abandon one's curiosity was considered a fate worse than a mortal's demise. mesmerized, i watched as audacious mortals began from the start, crafting vessels designed not merely for traversal but for the ultimate challenge against nature's preexplosive might. this endeavor, seen as taboo by many, was a testament to their unparalleled spirit, a beacon of human determination shining brightly against the shadow of conventional boundaries.