Verónica Castillo explains her choice to include the moon goddess Coyolxauhqui as the first symbol in The Tree of Death. She describes how the myth of Coyolxauhqui—mutilated by her brothers out of fear of her power—echoes the violence faced by women today, making the ancient legend painfully relevant in modern times. Though she leaves deeper historical context for others to explore, she felt compelled to weave this powerful symbol into her work.