Ibrahim Najm, Magomed Chimaev, and Abubakr Magomedev represent the spirit of adventure and determination. Hailing from Dagestan, they embarked on a multi-faceted journey to conquer Muchu Chhish, overcoming numerous challenges along the way.

Their preparation included acclimatization in the Caucasus and Zagros Mountains, ensuring their bodies were well-adjusted to the high-altitude environment. They also paid close attention to their blood profiles, focusing on hemoglobin levels and other critical metrics to mitigate the risks associated with high altitudes.

Their journey began with a team of 30 hired porters who shouldered the weight of their gear, transporting it from the airport to the base camp, a crucial logistical step in their expedition. The base camp served as their launchpad for this monumental adventure, and it was there that they made their initial preparations and organized their supplies.

As they embarked on the ascent, they encountered the stark reality of Muchu Chhish's remoteness. The region was far more isolated than they had initially anticipated. This isolation meant that there was no readily available infrastructure or rescue team to provide assistance in case of emergencies. They were, in essence, on their own in the face of this formidable challenge.

They almost faced death multiple times during their journey, having to rest in the most precarious locations. At one point, during the summit climb, they encountered a knife-thin piece of ice, requiring a vertical ascent that was nothing short of perilous. This experience differed from their initial expectations, as they had anticipated a predominantly technical climb. Surprisingly, they found that most of the ascent was an arduous hike, a challenge they would have preferred to a technical climb.

In the final 200 meters, every step they took demanded five deep breaths due to the punishing altitude. On their initial attempt, they had to turn back at 6000 meters due to severe Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), despite months of acclimatization in the Zagros and Caucasus mountains. There were moments when they woke up shaking uncontrollably during their sleep, even though they didn't feel particularly anxious, leading their companions to suspect it might have been an anxiety attack.

Their nights were marked by minimal sleep, ranging from 3 to 5 hours, owing to the harsh conditions. They were compelled to leave their heavy bags at campsites as they struggled to breathe during the ascent. On the descent, their ordeal continued as one of their friends began to hallucinate, a distressing situation. Nevertheless, they managed to survive these challenges and proceeded with their second attempt, even in the face of identical adverse weather conditions.

Their chosen route, the South Ridge, was the same path taken by previous expeditions, recognized as the most accessible route to the summit. However, despite the familiarity of the route, the ascent presented its own unique set of challenges.