Polynesian Mythology · Character
Irawaru
A man transformed into a dog by Māui in a fit of jealousy.
minor
First appearance: the legend of m ui
Irawaru's tie to Māui is one of the pressures that moves Polynesian Mythology—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.
Mentioned as Māui's brother-in-law who is transformed into a dog.
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With Māui (family): Irawaru is Māui's brother-in-law, and their relationship is marked by conflict and transformation. With Māui (family): Irawaru is Māui's brother-in-law, and their relationship is marked by conflict…
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- Family
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Character groups
- Māui's family and exploits
- Heroes and lovers
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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Irawaru is Māui's brother-in-law, and their relationship is marked by conflict and… How this plays out →
- Māui
family · negative
Irawaru is Māui's brother-in-law, and their relationship is marked by conflict and… How this plays out →
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