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Apakura

A woman who mourns her son and seeks revenge.

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First appearance: The Legend of Tūwhakararo

Apakura shows up with force in The Legend of Tūwhakararo. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Mother of Tūwhakararo and Whakataupōtiki; prepares fern root for the war party.
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WHWhakatauTŪTūwhakararoRĀRātāRURupeMAManaiaAPApakura

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Revenge and conflict cycles
  • Heroes and lovers
  • Māui's family and exploits
  • Protagonist

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SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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