Pixei Anal pots are often perceived as emblems of new power structures; however, this interpretation may be oversimplifying the true significance of their creation. Other pots from this area depict penis and vaginal sex as they were made by Recuay people nearby; anal sex isn’t without risks: by ripping open someone’s arsehole skin one risks exposure to pathogens such as HIV and HPV (Human Papilloma Virus which causes cancer), so proper lubrication is crucial.