Quizquiz still takes part in many fights,…
1535 CE
Quizquiz still takes part in many fights, but soon realizes that the enemy circle is closing in.
Events have shown that, even if it were possible to defend themselves in some way, it is unthinkable to be able to finally defeat the powerful invader.
Defense requires a change in strategy, and Quizquiz thinks to transform the conflict into a guerilla war by hiding in the forest and from there making quick raids, always avoiding direct confrontation.
The area where he wants to lead his troops, however, is wild and unexplored, and although they are guaranteed some security in case of attack, involving the certainty of suffering hunger, given the large number of men who would have been involved.
Quizquiz’s advisors are all opposed to this decision, but the stubborn general, stressed and angry at their resistance, charges them with cowardice.
According to Pedro Cieza de Leon, "Quizquiz went with the Huambracuna back to Quito, without having accomplished anything that he had intended.
He had been praised for being a very brave and wise captain and of good judgment.
The very Huambracuna who went with him killed him near Quito in the village of Tiamcambe."
His warriors wanted peace so they could return home, but he refused.
"Huaypalcon attacked him, and others joined in with battle axes and clubs and killed him."