"Although this sarcophagus was carved for Topiltzin, he was never placed in it," Águila continued. "According to legend he sailed away to the east on a raft of serpents, promising to return in the year Ce Acatl —One Reed in the ancient Aztec calendar. Some say he did return, in 2039, to lead the riots in Celestun. Others claim that he will not return until 2091, the next One Reed year."