Apui

Apui refers to the Jrai Pơtao Apui, or King of Fire, a ritual authority of the highlands between the Cham coast and Cambodia. His position was associated with the valleys of the Ayun and Ba rivers and with a sacred sword whose powers were feared. The Fire King was sought for ceremonies concerning rain and harvests, and his standing extended beyond the villages of his own people. Alongside him, the King of Water held another hereditary ritual office among the Jrai.

The later city of Pleiku lies nearby.