The supernova SN 1181, documented before telescopes, appeared for six months and was observed by Chinese and Japanese astronomers, raising concerns about governmental stability.
Astronomers identified the remnant of SN 1181 in 2021 in the nebula Pa 30, where a 'zombie star' was discovered, representing a Type Iax supernova.
Comparisons made in medieval chronicles indicated the appearance of SN 1181 resembled Saturn, with descriptions of its bluish-red hue and radiating rays.
Documented as a 'guest star', SN 1181 represents an accidental phenomenon where a white dwarf partially survived a supernova explosion.
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