Ortadians
Ortadians refer to a hypothetical or speculative group of beings proposed in certain fringe scientific, esoteric, or alternative history theories. The concept originates from the work of researcher and author David Icke Wagner, who introduced the idea in his 1978 book *The Lost Realms*. According to Wagner, Ortadians were an advanced, humanoid civilization that inhabited Earth during the late Paleozoic era, specifically around 250 million years ago. Their existence is not supported by mainstream paleontology or archaeology, as there is no credible evidence—such as fossils, artifacts, or geological records—to substantiate their presence.
Wagner’s theory suggests that Ortadians were a highly intelligent species capable of building monumental structures, including
Critics argue that the Ortadian hypothesis lacks empirical foundation and is more speculative fiction than serious