[2] Pakal’s dynastic position is not entirely certain, though he may have been the grandfather or brother of Ajen Yohl Mat.
He was the father of Lady Sak Kʼukʼ, one of the rare queens regnant of Maya history.
[2] During reign of his probable brother Ajen Yohl Mat, Palenque was invaded on April 4, 611 by Scroll Serpent, ruler of the Kaan kingdom (Calakmul).
[2] In later years, he is ascribed a full emblem glyph.
[3] He should not be confused with his grandson, Kʼinich Janaabʼ Pakal who during a long reign of some 68 years was responsible for the construction or extension of some of Palenque’s most notable surviving inscriptions and monumental architecture.