MOUNT KINABALU,
SABAH
WORLD'S MOST
in-demand hike
4,095 meters
6.075° N, 116.5° E
I
//Ascension
Access Plans
//Ascension
Access Plans
IN PURSUIT OF LONG-HORIZON MONETARY ASCENT BEYOND 2140
17-30
April
2028
SOLO ACCESS
Principal, Builder & Advocate
DUO ACCESS
Protocol, Application & Device
TRIO ACCESS
Network, Treasury & Fund
SOLO ACCESS
Principal, Builder & Advocate
DUO ACCESS
Protocol, Application & Device
TRIO ACCESS
Network, Treasury & Fund
SOLO ACCESS
Principal, Builder & Advocate
DUO ACCESS
Protocol, Application & Device
TRIO ACCESS
Network, Treasury & Fund
II
//Summit
Ascent
//Summit
Ascent
4,095 M
TRIO ACCESS
15 pax per cohort (8D/7N)
5*3
Ascent to Low’s Peak + Descent via Peak Circuit (World’s Highest Via Ferrata)
DUO ACCESS
30 pax per cohort (8D/7N)
15*2
Ascent to Low's Peak + Descent via Walk The Torq (Asia’s First Via Ferrata)
Solo Access
60 pax per cohort (8D/7N)
60*1
Ascent to Low's Peak (Summit of the World’s 20th Most Prominent Mountain)
4,095 M
TRIO ACCESS
15 pax per cohort (8D/7N)
5*3
Ascent to Low’s Peak + Descent via Peak Circuit (World’s Highest Via Ferrata)
DUO ACCESS
30 pax per cohort (8D/7N)
15*2
Ascent to Low's Peak + Descent via Walk The Torq (Asia’s First Via Ferrata)
SOLO ACCESS
60 pax per cohort (8D/7N)
60*1
Ascent to Low's Peak (Summit of the World’s 20th Most Prominent Mountain)
4,095 M
TRIO ACCESS
15 pax per cohort (8D/7N)
5*3
Ascent to Low’s Peak + Descent via Peak Circuit (World’s Highest Via Ferrata)
DUO ACCESS
30 pax per cohort (8D/7N)
15*2
Ascent to Low's Peak + Descent via Walk The Torq (Asia’s First Via Ferrata)
SOLO ACCESS
60 pax per cohort (8D/7N)
60*1
Ascent to Low's Peak (Summit of the World’s 20th Most Prominent Mountain)
4,095 M
TRIO ACCESS
15 pax per cohort (8D/7N)
5*3
Ascent to Low’s Peak + Descent via Peak Circuit (World’s Highest Via Ferrata)
DUO ACCESS
30 pax per cohort (8D/7N)
15*2
Ascent to Low's Peak + Descent via Walk The Torq (Asia’s First Via Ferrata)
SOLO ACCESS
60 pax per cohort (8D/7N)
60*1
Ascent to Low's Peak (Summit of the World’s 20th Most Prominent Mountain)
III
//World's First
2028 Debut
//World's First
2028 Debut
PROOF OF
ASCENT
PROOF OF
ASCENT
Each successful ascent is accorded a cryptographically verifiable Proof of Ascent, anchored to the Bitcoin Network.
Each successful ascent is accorded a cryptographically verifiable Proof of Ascent, anchored to the Bitcoin Network.
Every successful ascent is accorded Nostr-based Ascendant Nym & Badge, cryptographically timestamped and anchored to Bitcoin.
Accessible via an embedded dynamic-passive NFC tag and engraved QR code. Claimed with a tap and scan at the summit and redeemed upon descent, each Proof of Ascent is issued as a signed Nostr event.
Accessible via an embedded dynamic-passive NFC tag and engraved QR code. Claimed with a tap and scan at the summit and redeemed upon descent, each Proof of Ascent is issued as a signed Nostr event.
IV
//VIRES QUEST
2028 Rite
//VIRES QUEST
2028 Rite
Vires Passage
RITE OF STEWARDSHIP
Incl.
Shared Pilgrimage · Ascent to Low's Peak · 4 Ascent Cohorts
Vires Passage
RITE OF STEWARDSHIP
Incl.
Shared Pilgrimage · Ascent to Low's Peak · 4 Ascent Cohorts
Vires Ascent
Immersive Expedition
Incl.
Provisions · Honors · Credentials · Aftercare · Post-Ascent
Vires Ascent
Immersive Expedition
Incl.
Provisions · Honors · Credentials · Aftercare · Post-Ascent
Vires Imprint
Kinabalu Ascent
Incl.
Proof of Ascent · Kinabalu Monolith · Quest Plaque
Vires Imprint
Kinabalu Ascent
Incl.
Proof of Ascent · Kinabalu Monolith · Quest Plaque
Vires Horizon
Peer Unconference
Incl.
2×1 Relay · Systems Jam · Deep Dialogue · Collective Forge
Vires Horizon
Peer Unconference
Incl.
2×1 Relay · Systems Jam · Deep Dialogue · Collective Forge
Vires Ritual
Panalaban Highscape
Incl.
High-Altitude Stargazing · Postcards · Marketplace · Capsules
Vires Ritual
Panalaban Highscape
Incl.
High-Altitude Stargazing · Postcards · Marketplace · Capsules
V
//THE 420
Ascendants
//THE 420
Ascendants
420 Ascendants are forever inscribed upon the Kinabalu Monolith, inspiring generations to pursue the long-horizon monetary ascent
420 Ascendants are forever inscribed upon the Kinabalu Monolith, inspiring generations to pursue the long-horizon monetary ascent
VI
//ASCENT
4 COHORTS
//ASCENT
4 COHORTS
Ascent Cohorts
ASCENT I
17-24 April 2028
8D/7N
105 Ascendants, supported by an expedition cadre comprising 1 Lead, 2 Deputy Leads, 2 Medical Doctors, 4 Videographers, 3 Photographers, 3 Drone Pilots, 24 Mountain Guides (Malim Gunung), and 12 Porters (Badang Kinabalu).
ASCENT I
17-24 April 2028
8D/7N
105 Ascendants, supported by an expedition cadre comprising 1 Lead, 2 Deputy Leads, 2 Medical Doctors, 4 Videographers, 3 Photographers, 3 Drone Pilots, 24 Mountain Guides (Malim Gunung), and 12 Porters (Badang Kinabalu).
ASCENT II
19-26 April 2028
8D/7N
105 Ascendants, supported by an expedition cadre comprising 1 Lead, 2 Deputy Leads, 2 Medical Doctors, 4 Videographers, 3 Photographers, 3 Drone Pilots, 24 Mountain Guides (Malim Gunung), and 12 Porters (Badang Kinabalu).
ASCENT II
19-26 April 2028
8D/7N
105 Ascendants, supported by an expedition cadre comprising 1 Lead, 2 Deputy Leads, 2 Medical Doctors, 4 Videographers, 3 Photographers, 3 Drone Pilots, 24 Mountain Guides (Malim Gunung), and 12 Porters (Badang Kinabalu).
ASCENT III
21-28 April 2028
8D/7N
105 Ascendants, supported by an expedition cadre comprising 1 Lead, 2 Deputy Leads, 2 Medical Doctors, 4 Videographers, 3 Photographers, 3 Drone Pilots, 24 Mountain Guides (Malim Gunung), and 12 Porters (Badang Kinabalu).
ASCENT III
21-28 April 2028
8D/7N
105 Ascendants, supported by an expedition cadre comprising 1 Lead, 2 Deputy Leads, 2 Medical Doctors, 4 Videographers, 3 Photographers, 3 Drone Pilots, 24 Mountain Guides (Malim Gunung), and 12 Porters (Badang Kinabalu).
ASCENT IV
23-30 April 2028
8D/7N
105 Ascendants, supported by an expedition cadre comprising 1 Lead, 2 Deputy Leads, 2 Medical Doctors, 4 Videographers, 3 Photographers, 3 Drone Pilots, 24 Mountain Guides (Malim Gunung), and 12 Porters (Badang Kinabalu).
ASCENT IV
23-30 April 2028
8D/7N
105 Ascendants, supported by an expedition cadre comprising 1 Lead, 2 Deputy Leads, 2 Medical Doctors, 4 Videographers, 3 Photographers, 3 Drone Pilots, 24 Mountain Guides (Malim Gunung), and 12 Porters (Badang Kinabalu).
Ascent I
Ascent I
Ascent I
Ascent II
Ascent II
Ascent II
Ascent III
Ascent III
Ascent III
Ascent IV
Ascent IV
Ascent IV
VII
//Monument
Summit Plateau
//Monument
Summit Plateau
Permanent monument celebrating Mount Kinabalu with Bitcoin-anchored Proof of Ascent framework.
Proof of Ascent
Open, permanent & verifiable digital record
Structural Profile
Precision-engineered & long-term resilience
Permanent Inscriptions
Enduring monument for future generations
Proof of Ascent
Open, permanent & verifiable digital record
Structural Profile
Precision-engineered & long-term resilience
Permanent Inscriptions
Enduring monument for future generations
VIII
//Peer-Led
Unconference
//Peer-Led
Unconference
Vires Horizon
2×1 RELAY
Ideate and Exchange
Ideate and Exchange
P2P
P2P
Rapid-fire idea sharing; each Ascendant presents 2 slides in 2 min (1 min per slide), followed by a brief transition to the next Ascendant.
Systems Jam
Whiteboard Hacking
Whiteboard Hacking
P2P
P2P
Collaborative problem-solving where Ascendants gather around a whiteboard to sketch, debate, and refine solutions in real time.
Deep Dialogue
Socratic Reflection
Socratic Reflection
P2P
P2P
Facilitated discussions where questions drive the conversation instead of presentations, encouraging Ascendants to challenge assumptions.
Collective Forge
Collaboration Sprint
Collaboration Sprint
P2P
P2P
Time-boxed session for aligning around shared opportunities, exploring new initiatives, and developing actionable outcomes.
IX
//APRIL 2009
WORLD'S CLIMBERS
Mount Kinabalu has drawn
the world's leading climbers
Alex Honnold
23 April 2009 @ Block 11,940
Free-soloed El Capitan & Taipei 101 · His first expedition. Led the crux pitch.
Mark Synnott
23 April 2009 @ Block 11,940
Big wall first ascensionist · Conceived the expedition and assembled the team.
Jimmy Chin
23 April 2009 @ Block 11,940
Academy Award winner 'Free Solo' · Shot the ascent from fixed ropes on the face.
Kevin Thaw
23 April 2009 @ Block 11,940
British first ascensionist · Pushed the line into untouched terrain with Anker.
Conrad Anker
23 April 2009 @ Block 11,940
Three Everest summits · First man invited. Found the route into the gully.
Renan Ozturk
23 April 2009 @ Block 11,940
Nat Geo Adventurer of the Year 2013 · Filmed the expedition. Turned 29 on the mountain.
//APRIL 2009
WORLD'S CLIMBERS
Mount Kinabalu has drawn
the world's leading climbers
Alex Honnold
23 April 2009 @ Block 11,940
Free-soloed El Capitan & Taipei 101 · His first expedition. Led the crux pitch.
Mark Synnott
23 April 2009 @ Block 11,940
Big wall first ascensionist · Conceived the expedition and assembled the team.
Jimmy Chin
23 April 2009 @ Block 11,940
Academy Award winner 'Free Solo' · Shot the ascent from fixed ropes on the face.
Alex Honnold
23 April 2009 @ Block 11,940
Free-soloed El Capitan & Taipei 101 · His first expedition. Led the crux pitch.
Mark Synnott
23 April 2009 @ Block 11,940
Big wall first ascensionist · Conceived the expedition and assembled the team.
Jimmy Chin
23 April 2009 @ Block 11,940
Academy Award winner 'Free Solo' · Shot the ascent from fixed ropes on the face.
Alex Honnold
23 April 2009 @ Block 11,940
Free-soloed El Capitan & Taipei 101 · His first expedition. Led the crux pitch.
Mark Synnott
23 April 2009 @ Block 11,940
Big wall first ascensionist · Conceived the expedition and assembled the team.
Jimmy Chin
23 April 2009 @ Block 11,940
Academy Award winner 'Free Solo' · Shot the ascent from fixed ropes on the face.
Alex Honnold
23 April 2009 @ Block 11,940
Free-soloed El Capitan & Taipei 101 · His first expedition. Led the crux pitch.
Mark Synnott
23 April 2009 @ Block 11,940
Big wall first ascensionist · Conceived the expedition and assembled the team.
Jimmy Chin
23 April 2009 @ Block 11,940
Academy Award winner 'Free Solo' · Shot the ascent from fixed ropes on the face.
X
//Training
Climbing
//Training
Climbing
HIGH ALTITUDE TRAINING
PHYSICAL FOUNDATION
CARDIOVASCULAR ENDURANCE
3 DAYS
Develop lower-body strength, core stability, balance, and cardiovascular endurance for sustained trekking over steep, rugged mountain terrain.
PHYSICAL FOUNDATION
CARDIOVASCULAR ENDURANCE
3 DAYS
Develop lower-body strength, core stability, balance, and cardiovascular endurance for sustained trekking over steep, rugged mountain terrain.
SUMMIT FORTITUDE
MENTAL RESILIENCE
3 DAYS
Cultivate perseverance, focus, and decision-making under physical fatigue and challenging environmental conditions throughout the ascent.
SUMMIT FORTITUDE
MENTAL RESILIENCE
3 DAYS
Cultivate perseverance, focus, and decision-making under physical fatigue and challenging environmental conditions throughout the ascent.
EXPEDITION READINESS
HIGH-ALTITUDE ACCLIMATIZATION
3 DAYS
Acquire essential mountaineering skills, expedition awareness, and safe high-altitude practices while building confidence for challenging environments.
EXPEDITION READINESS
HIGH-ALTITUDE ACCLIMATIZATION
3 DAYS
Acquire essential mountaineering skills, expedition awareness, and safe high-altitude practices while building confidence for challenging environments.
Pathway to Greater Summits
Advanced Mountaineering
3 DAYS
Establish a strong foundation in high-altitude trekking, expedition discipline, and essential endurance needed to pursue renowned peaks.
Pathway to Greater Summits
Advanced Mountaineering
3 DAYS
Establish a strong foundation in high-altitude trekking, expedition discipline, and essential endurance needed to pursue renowned peaks.
XI
//Brief
Overview
OVERVIEW
01
VIRES QUEST
02
Rite of Stewardship
03
Month of April
04
Kinabalu Monolith
05
Proof of Ascent
06
Peer Unconference
07
Beyond 2140
XI
//Brief
Overview
OVERVIEW
01
VIRES QUEST
02
Rite of Stewardship
03
Month of April
04
Kinabalu Monolith
05
Proof of Ascent
06
Peer Unconference
07
Beyond 2140
XI
//Brief
Overview
OVERVIEW
01
VIRES QUEST
02
Rite of Stewardship
03
Month of April
04
Kinabalu Monolith
05
Proof of Ascent
06
Peer Unconference
07
Beyond 2140
//Brief
Overview
OVERVIEW
VIRES QUEST
Rite of Stewardship
Month of April
Kinabalu Monolith
Proof of Ascent
Peer Unconference
Beyond 2140