a world ruled by cephalopods
Rockbeds
The Kingdom of Yabisa is a place of wonder, hidden from the prying eyes of surface-dwellers. This realm is a sprawling place of intricate seascapes, ancient wrecks, glowing bioluminescent flora...... and omnipresent dangers.
Sand dunes
Its beauty is undeniable but harbours a darkness that few dare to confront. In this submerged world, every creature fights for survival. It’s a place to find the greatest ambitions and the darkest secrets where alliances are fleeting and treacherous.
Posidonia meadows
The Kingdom of Yabisa is full of Posidonia meadows. These meadows are like vast forests for the more minor residents, teeming with unique wildlife if you know where to look.
Octo-Flex Unleashed
Last year's top model, Angelica, displayed her mesmerising flexibility with grace. She had it down to an art form!
Octoparazzo & Angelica E.
Whether swimming gracefully through the ocean, crawling across the seafloor, or manipulating objects precisely, octopuses continue to captivate scientists and inspire me to unravel the secrets behind their remarkable abilities through the lens.
Exploring 'The Kingdom of Yabisa'
Adventure awaits around every rock! No night is the same in this underwater realm ruled by Cephalopods, giving you an intimate and often unseen glimpse of extraordinary creatures.
Are you looking at me?
The Kingdom of Yabisa is a place of wonder, hidden from the prying eyes of surface-dwellers. This realm is a sprawling place of intricate seascapes, ancient wrecks, glowing bioluminescent flora...... and omnipresent dangers.
Getting up close
Its beauty is undeniable but harbours a darkness that few dare to confront. In this submerged world, every creature fights for survival. It’s a place to find the greatest ambitions and the darkest secrets where alliances are fleeting and treacherous.
Mollusk Bay
Mollusk Bay is one of the most iconic seamarks in 'The Kingdom of Yabisa'. Located at the kingdom's border, the inlet has been a popular cephalopod destination for millions of years.
Despite its mass tourism in the summer, Mollusk Bay has been meticulously preserved over the years by its rulers, ensuring that it remains a comfortable and inviting place for any cephalopod to stay. With its rustic charm and cosy atmosphere, Mollusk Bay is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse yourself in Yabisa's unique seascapes and creatures.
DAYTIME During the daytime, 'The Kingdom of Yabisa' may look like a place where nothing happens. As soon as the sun sets, a whole new panorama unfolds.
SUNSET. The Kingdom of Yabisa at sunset is a sight to see. The light reflecting and refracting off the surface is breathtaking.
Frequently Asked Questions
When the sun sets on this side of the blue planet, it creates a new day on the other side. While nature awakes far away, a different world emerges from the dark around this island. A world with extraordinary creatures rising from the sand, a world with unique animals hovering around, a world far away from what we usually see.... a world to be discovered by anyone who dares!
Imagine a landscape with endless Posidonia forests, little secluded valleys surrounded by bedrock, a vast desert of beautifully carved dunes and mountains reaching outer space surpassing your horizon! And imagine all this filled with a crystal clear liquid called seawater.
Welcome to ‘The Kingdom of Yabisa’ A world ruled by Cephalopods!
It can be accessed by a hydrospace-capable starship. You can book flights year-round. There are daily flights from major spaceports across the kingdom, with options to suit every budget and schedule
To be blunt and short: NO! 'The Kingdom of Yabisa' is a remote and rugged place, our experts are trained to be underwater and observe the local residents. We take every precaution to assure the safety of our crew, including providing top-of-the-line equipment and safety gear.
BE WARNED! Visitors to 'The Kingdom of Yabisa' should be excellent swimmers and not afraid of the dark. Huge Octopuses are lurking under rocks, massive Barracudas can take a swing at you and a Marbled Electric Ray can give you a painful charge of 200 volts while you are being hypnotized by a tiny Biobtailsquid. And last but no least: watch out for HUMANS!
No, there are no accomodations at 'The Kingdom of Yabisa'. Visiting this kingdom is limited to ensure the well-being of its residents. You can book an accommodation on the 'other side' of this kingdom on the island of Ibiza.
Although visiting the 'The Kingdom of Yabisa' is free for anyone, we strongly recommend becoming a member of the somewhat elusive and very exclusive 'The Cephalopod Club'. Membership in this club is limited.
Rulers
Numerous monarchs have traversed 'The Kingdom of Yabisa', yet one of the most remarkable was Salvador Stronghold.
With NINE fully operational arms, this exceptional Common octopus afforded the Octoparazzo exclusive insight into his daily affairs, culminating in the world's first-ever videos of a living octopus with nine arms.
Following Salvador for over a half-year (2021-2022), I have shot 6000 photos of him and over 14 hours of video during 54 nights. Marine biologists have studied the unique case, resulting in a scientific publication called:
'The Persistence of Memory: Behavioural Analysis and Arm Usage of a 9-Armed Octopus Vulgaris named Salvador'
Monarchs History
Learn the former and latest rulers of 'The Kingdom of Yabisa'...
NINJI
One of the first rulers and prominent Common octopus during the 'Ninjarian Age'. Contemporary ruler with 'Osaka'.
SMALLSTAR
Heir of Salvador & Angelica, this young and outgoing ruler of The Sand Dunes, made life a joy for all its peers and Octoparazzo.
ATLAS
Robust and without fear, Atlas carried 'The Kingdom of Yabisa' for a brief and turbulent period through summer craziness.
GUINNESS
A Royal at heart! Momentarily in the line of succession for reigning this realm. He has no fear and knows how to manage all the media attention and enemies.
SPIKEY
Younger sister of Guinness. She saddened many hearts after her disappearance last month. The buzz is that she has tried to escape royal life.
NAPOLEON
Decisive, colourful and a bit blunt. Small and robust, this wannabe royal has conquered vast areas within the kingdom.
Nightlife
Want to peek at the crazy and wild nightlife of Yabisa's Kingdom? Go to the OCTOBLOG and read all about what the famous and infamous high rollers do an average night out!
Our reporter has access to every high-profile event or shady establishment at least two to three times a week. Having a close relationship with most residents, the Octoparazzo covers the superstars' highs and lows, giving you a glimpse of this wonderful world of glitter and glamour.