Tahu, also called Tahu Nuva, was the Toa Mata and Toa Nuva of Fire. Bold and hot-headed, Tahu served as the leader of the Toa Mata/Toa Nuva, a team of Toa that fought against Makuta Teridax to awaken the Great Spirit Mata Nui. After arriving on the island of Mata Nui with no memory of his past, Tahu worked with the other Toa Mata to defend the island's villagers from several threats from Makuta Teridax over the course of a year, transforming into a more powerful Toa Nuva form in the process. After the rediscovery of Metru Nui, the Toa Nuva learned that the Great Spirit Mata Nui was not only asleep, but dying, and journeyed to Voya Nui to retrieve the Mask of Life. After being captured by the Piraka upon arrival and later rescued, the Toa Nuva journeyed throughout the Matoran universe performing tasks to prepare for Mata Nui's awakening while another team of Toa retrieved the mask. Afterwards, the Toa Nuva received adaptive armor from Artakha and were sent to Karda Nui, where they fought against members of the Brotherhood of Makuta and fulfilled their destiny by awakening Mata Nui. However, Makuta Teridax exploited their success to take control of the Matoran universe, and the Toa Nuva spent a year coordinating resistance efforts to his reign. This struggle culminated in a battle between Makuta Teridax and Mata Nui on the surface of Bara Magna; during this battle, the Mask of Life reverted Tahu to his Toa Mata form so he could use the golden armor against Teridax's Rahkshi, which gave Mata Nui the upper hand at a critical moment and allowed him to defeat Teridax. After Mata Nui restored the planet Spherus Magna, Tahu worked with inhabitants of Spherus Magna to build a new society.
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Tahu was the Toa of Fire and wielder of the Sword of Fire. He wore the Kanohi Hau, the Mask of Shielding, which protected him from many attacks.3
Of all the Toa Nuva, Tahu Nuva most welcomed his new power. Now he felt even more confident that he could protect Ta-Koro from any danger. When trouble threatened, his magma swords could be joined together to form a lava board that carried him swiftly over the magma flows. He wore the Hau Nuva, which he used to protect his people against any harm.4
Tahu Nuva's color was red, his element was fire, and his village was Ta-Koro. He had the ability to create fire, melt any substance, and withstand extreme heat. His tools were two magma swords that could channel his power; they could also be joined together to form a lava board for surfing on molten magma. His mask was the Kanohi Hau Nuva, the Great Mask of Shielding.5
Tahu Nuva's bravery and strength made him the leader of the Toa. His temper was as legendary as his powers, but he tried hard to keep it in check. He was fearless and would challenge any foe to protect his village and his people.5
After losing his elemental powers, Tahu Nuva could only manage to make his magma sword smoke weakly instead of summoning its usual flickering flame. His ability to withstand intense heat also disappeared along with his other elemental powers, so he was vulnerable to the heat of lava created by Pahrak-Kal.6
Tahu Nuva could stop a fire by drawing the flames into his swords.7
Tahu always liked Lewa, even if their ideas about being a Toa were very different. Lewa saw it as fun and adventure, Tahu as a serious task. However, much changed in the few weeks leading up to their search for the Kanohi Nuva: Lewa taken over by the Bohrok, the Toa Nuva splitting apart, the loss of all their powers. Tahu was no longer certain whom or what he could trust.7
Nothing was known about Tahu's history prior to his first appearance on the island of Mata Nui.8, 9
Tahu was the master of heat and flame. In his time on Mata Nui, he created everything from small brush fires to raging infernos, used his flame to fuse a wall of sand into glass, superheated the air in an enclosed space until it caused an explosion, and created cages and other structures made of flame. In theory, he also had the ability to absorb all heat and flame in an area into himself, although he never demonstrated this skill. He had a natural resistance to extreme heat. He was also an accomplished lava surfer.8
Tahu took being a leader extremely seriously. This often caused him to be impatient with the other Toa, too quick to take on dangerous tasks, and disinclined to include his comrades in strategy sessions. He was very protective of the other Toa, especially Gali. On the other hand, he had a habit of plunging into risky situations without waiting for a plan. He could be fierce, short-tempered, and stubborn, but he was an extremely brave and loyal Toa.8
As a Toa Mata, Tahu carried a fire sword. As a Toa Nuva, he carried twin magma swords.8 Tahu wore the Kanohi Hau when he first appeared on Mata Nui, which was the mask he most often wore.10, 8 As Tahu Nuva, he most often wore the more powerful Hau Nuva.11, 8 He was the only one of his team to wear the Kanohi Vahi.8
Leader of the Toa Nuva, Tahu used his his power of fire, Mask of Shielding, and rotating blades to fight his way through to the mysterious heart of the swamp of Karda Nui.12
Toa Mata of Fire, Tahu was made leader of the team by the Order of Mata Nui. Like the other Toa, Tahu's memories were badly confused when he arrived on the island of Mata Nui. His instincts led to his becoming leader of the team there as well, although he frequently clashed with Kopaka, who objected to Tahu's recklessness and impatient nature. His tendency to act without planning first led him into some very dangerous situations, including being trapped in a Bohrok nest. Still, no one could question his bravery or his commitment to the Toa's mission.13
As a Toa Mata, Tahu wore the Kanohi Hau, the Mask of Shielding, and carried a fire sword. He merged with Onua and Pohatu to form Toa Kaita Akamai during the first battle with Makuta Teridax.13
Although the transformation into a Toa Nuva made Tahu more powerful, it did not help his temper. He argued with Kopaka, which led to the break-up of the team. The lack of unity would prove costly as the Toa Nuva suffered attacks by both the Bohrok-Kal and the Rahkshi. As a Toa Nuva, Tahu wore the Nuva version of the Hau and was able to share its shielding power with others. He carried twin magma swords.14
Returning to Karda Nui was particularly difficult for Tahu Nuva. Of all the Toa, only he had clear memories of their last visit there, when he tricked the others into remaining in the Codrex for 100,000 years. It was not something he was proud of, although he knew it had to be done. Had the Toa been out adventuring during that time and one of them had been killed, they might never have achieved their destiny and awakened Mata Nui. Tahu Nuva wore adaptive armor provided to him by Artakha. It was equipped with four powerful jet rockets for speed. He carried an adaptive weapon which took the form of a Nynrah ghost blaster, capable of creating any object the user willed out of pure energy. He was also armed with a rotating fire blade. He wore the Kanohi Hau Nuva, the Mask of Shielding. At the end of story year 2008, Tahu Nuva had returned to Metru Nui. He was then in overall command of all surviving Toa in the universe.15
Tahu was destined to wear the powerful golden armor and strike a blow for the freedom of two worlds.16
Artakha would be able to replace the Kanohi Nuva Tahu lost with Ta-Koro.17
Kanohi Found
- Hau
- Original mask.
- Akaku
- The first mask found by Tahu. Found in the deepest cavern of Onu-Wahi, guarded by small, fiery scorpions.
- Miru
- Retrieved for Tahu by Onua, Kopaka, and Gali after the Toa agreed to work together. Found underwater off the shoreline just south of Po-Wahi, guarded by a Tarakava.
- Kaukau
- The last mask found by the Toa Mata. Found in the drifts of lower Mount Ihu, guarded by a Rahi.
Toa Mata
Fierce as fire
Tahu, the Toa of fire, is respected for his power and feared for his quick temper. He can surf on molten lava and cut through solid rock with his sword of flames! Use the wheel on his back to raise and lower his sword.18
Tahu's fire region lies around the volcano. Burning lava streams flow like rivers down the volcano, and sometimes the crater bursts open, and it rains with pure fire. Tahu is the Toa of Fire. He is guardian and master of heat. He moves quickly on molten rocks and surfs on streams of lava. With his mighty sword, he can cut through rocks and keep the lava moving towards the ocean. His fiery temper is his weakness, and he must avoid rain and water.19, 20
Toa of Fire
Tahu the fire spirit and the fiercest of the six Toa, and the most feared - you don't want to get into a fight with Tahu if you can help it.
Tahu is most at home in the hot molten world of the Mangai Volcano where he surfs on lava flows, using his sword of flames to cut through rocks and keep the lava moving down towards the ocean.
He is hot-headed and irrational, with a flaming temper. He has the least patience of all of the Toa, and often jumps into a situation without thinking, which often gets him and the other Toa into trouble!21
TOA OF FIRE
Tahu is the fiercest of the six Toa, and the most feared--you don't want to get into a fight with Tahu if you can help it.
He is most at home in the hot molten world of the Mangai Volcano where he surfs on lava flows, using his sword of flames to cut through rocks and keep the lava moving towards the ocean.
His flaming temper can make him hotheaded and irrational sometimes. He has the least patience of the Toa and often jumps into a situation without thinking, which can get him, and the other Toa, into trouble!22
Toa Tahu
Canisters containing the Toa washed up on the shores of Mata Nui. The Toa had almost no memory of their lives before arriving on Mata Nui.
Tahu is the fiercest of the six Toa, and the most feared--you don't want to get into a fight with Tahu if you can help it. He is most at home in the hot molten world of the Mangai Volcano where he surfs on lava flows, using his sword of flames to cut through rocks and keep the lava moving towards the ocean. His flaming temper can make him hotheaded and irrational sometimes. He has the least patience of the Toa and often jumps into a situation without thinking, which can get him, and the other Toa, into trouble!
The Toa have been mutated into Toa Nuva, and have since been on adventures to the island of Artakha. They are now in Karda Nui attempting to save the life of the Great Spirit Mata Nui.
First Seen on: Mata Nui
Color: Red
Element: Fire
Mask: Kanohi Hau, The Mask of Shielding
Weapon: Firesword23
Toa Nuva
Master of the molten lava!
Tahu Nuva dwells deep within the Mangai Volcano, only venturing out to protect his people from the menacing forces that plague Mata Nui. His magma swords can be attached to his feet to make a lava surfboard, for lightning-fast travel down the sides of the volcano. Turn the wheel on his back to move his arms!24
Toa Nuva of Fire
Of all the Toa Nuva, Tahu Nuva most welcomes his new power. Now he feels even more confident that he can protect Ta-koro from any danger! When trouble threatens, his magma swords can be joined together to form a lava board that carries him swiftly over the magma flows. He wears the Hau Nuva, which he uses to protect his people against any harm.
Location: Ta-Koro25
Tahu Nuva, Toa of Fire. He is the guardian and master of heat and lava.26
Tahu. The Toa of Fire. Tahu Nuva. The Toa Nuva of Fire, who wields a pair of magma swords.27
Tahu Nuva's home is the hot, molten world of the Mangai Volcano. Here, he surfs the red-hot lava flows and uses his sword to cleave through rocks in order to keep the lava flowing. Tahu Nuva is impatient, often irrational, with a hair-trigger temper, but he's also fiercely loyal to and protective of the Toa team.28
That's Toa Tahu, the spirit of fire. He's the protector of our village. He can be a bit of a hothead, and he gets stuck right into whatever he's doing. And the other Toa don't always like the way he gives them orders. His two magma swords channel the power of fire and lava. He can also put his swords together, to make the slickest lavaboard ever.29
Tahu Nuva is the Toa of Fire and most at home in the hot molten realm of Ta-Koro. He is fiercely protective of his village and its people, but his headstrong manner can lead him to leap into dangerous situations without thinking.30
The Toa Nuva were created when after the Toa of Mata Nui battled and imprisoned the Bahrag, they fell into Energized protodermis.
The Spirit of Fire is still a fiery acquaintance, using two ancient, specially crafted swords to cut through molten lava. The incredible heat of the lava flows is kept at bay by his armor, even when his swords are combined together to form a cool surfboard that he uses to surf across the lava flows.
The Toa Nuva have since been on adventures to the island of Artakha. They are now in Karda Nui attempting to save the life of the Great Spirit Mata Nui.
First Seen on: Mata Nui
Color: Red
Element: Fire
Mask: Hau Nuva
Weapon: Magma Swords31
Mistika
Leader of the Toa Nuva!
Toa Tahu moves fast and strikes hard in the swamp of Karda Nui! He's got four powerful jet rockets for speed, plus a Nynrah ghost blaster, rotating blade, and Mask of Shielding for combat. He's ready to lead his team to victory over the Brotherhood of Makuta!
Toa Tahu has 4 jet rockets, spinning blades and a firing Nynrah ghost blaster!32
With four powerful jet rockets, a high-speed rotating blade and his Nynrah ghost blaster, Tahu Nuva can move fast and strike hard throughout the Karda Nui swamp. Combine with 8945 Solek.33
Toa Tahu
Tahu, Toa Nuva of Fire, is a master of heat and flame. He can create small flames or raging infernos, superheat the air to cause explosions, or absorb all heat in an area. He can also create cages and other structures made of flame.
Mask: Kanohi Hau Nuva, Mask of Shielding
Weapons: Nynrah ghost blaster, high-speed rotating blade
Flying Ability: Four jet rockets
STRENGTH:12
AGILITY:12
TOUGHNESS:13
MIND:1134
Stars
Master of fire!
Transformed by the power of the Mask of Life, Tahu must embark on a dangerous quest -- find the pieces of golden armor that will enable him to defeat the forces of evil Makuta! The Toa of Fire uses his elemental powers and Mask of Shielding to aid him in his fight. Includes one of six golden armor pieces.
Tahu, a BIONICLE hero, is equipped with a fire sword and Mask of Shielding!
Classic Kanohi Hau mask also included!
Build a Golden BIONICLE!
Collect all 6: 7116 Tahu, 7117 Gresh, 7135 Takanuva, 7136 Skrall, 7137 Piraka and 7138 Rahkshi!35
Transformed by the power of the Mask of Life, Tahu must embark on a dangerous quest – find the pieces of golden armor that will give him the power to save his people from disaster! The Toa of Fire uses his elemental power and Mask of Shielding to fight his way to victory.36
Tahu
Toa of Fire, Tahu is destined to wear the powerful golden armor and strike a blow for the freedom of two worlds. One of the six original Toa, Tahu has led his team of protectors ever since awakening in a pod off the shore of Mata Nui island. His fiery personality and impulsive tendencies have been tempered by time and experience. His leadership has helped save the lives of Matoran and Toa, and through many incarnations he has always stood up to the challenges facing him. His appearance and abilities were changed into that of a Toa Nuva when he and his team fell into energized protodermis, and then again for his mission in Karda Nui, where flight was necessary to complete his mission of opening the Codrex. Now, the Mask of Life has transformed him back to his original appearance so he can use the incredible power of the mysterious golden armor. He must wrestle the six pieces back from his enemies before it’s too late.
STRENGTH: 12 AGILITY: 12 TOUGHNESS: 13 MIND: 1137