Polynesian Mythology · Character
Tāwhirimātea
The god of winds and storms who wars against his brothers.
minor
First appearance: The Children of Heaven and Earth
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Father of winds and storms; opposes the separation and later wages war on his brothers, attacking forests and seas.
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- Gods and creation
- Māui's family and exploits
- Protagonist
- Arawa migration leaders
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