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Toa Mata Nui
History
After drifting through space, Mata Nui eventually crash landed on the planet of Bara Magna. Soon after forming a new body, Mata Nui was attacked by one of the native creatures, though he managed to defeat it. Traversing through the desert, he encountered the Agori Metus, and asked for a ride. The Agori agreed, and Mata Nui introduced himself as the two set off. On their way to the village of Vulcanus, the two were attacked by a massive Sand Bat, which knocked them off their vehicle. Mata Nui, believing the creature to be like the Rahi of the Matoran Universe, suggested knocking its mask off, a notion laughed at by Metus. Standing his ground, Mata Nui struck the creature, though his attack had no effect. Puzzled at the behavior of the Sand Bat, Mata Nui eventually realized that the creature despised sunlight, and worked with Metus to keep it above the ground. As the sun started to take its toll on the Sand Bat, Mata Nui let it retreat underground as an act of mercy, convinced that the Sand Bat had learned to respect the surface world.
Abilities and Traits
After arriving on Bara Magna, Mata Nui formed himself a new body, though his new form is entirely powerless. He introduced himself as “Toa” Mata Nui to Metus as he desires to be recognized as a hero, and labeled himself as such in an attempt to be seen like one. However, the inhabitants of Bara Magna have never heard of Toa, and he instead needed to prove his worth through his deeds.
Mask and Tools
Mata Nui bears the Kanohi Ignika, which his spirit is sealed in. As he never had to wear Kanohi, he does not know how to use the powers of one, and is unable to access the Ignika’s abilities.
As a Toa, Mata Nui carries the Scarab Shield and a sword which he found in the desert.
Ackar
Ackar is a Glatorian working for the Fire Tribe, and the only Glatorian currently in their employ.
History
Ackar came into being on Spherus Magna prior to any of the other Glatorian. He participated in the Core War on Spherus Magna, and fought over Energized Protodermis.
After the Shattering occurred, and the new social system had been developed, Ackar became a Glatorian of Fire Tribe, and eventually gained the position of their top Glatorian. He has won the Great Tournament many times over the past years.
The Fire Tribe recently contracted Ackar to fight the Ice Tribe warrior Gelu. Ackar defeated Gelu, earning Vulcanus a large supply of Exsidian.
Ackar, along with the other Glatorian, traveled to the Arena Magna in order to take part in the Great Tournament. The event was interrupted by the invading Skrall army, and Ackar fought beside the other Glatorian in order to fend them off. The Skrall army eventually overwhelmed the Glatorian and claimed the city. Ackar returned to Vulcanus with several Agori in order to inform the village of the occurrence.
Abilities and Traits
Though a powerful warrior, Ackar has developed a confidence problem, and his fighting skills have suffered as a result. Ackar himself attributes it to old age.
Tools
Ackar carries a Flame Sword, and also wields a Thornax Launcher.
Kiina
Kiina is a female Glatorian, allied with the Water Tribe on Bara Magna.
History
Kiina fought for the Water Tribe on Spherus Magna during the Core War. The war ended when The Shattering occurred.
Kiina became the secondary Glatorian for the the village of Tajun, fighting the lesser matches for them.
The Agori Metus, seeking to train Kiina, hired Strakk to engage in a practice match with her. Kiina attacked Strakk with an unexpected ferocity, and defeated the Ice Tribe warrior.
Kiina later traveled to the Arena Magna, in order to participate in the Great Tournament. During the first match, the arena was assaulted by an army of Skrall. Kiina and the other Glatorian attempted to repel the Skrall, but were eventually forced to abandon the arena, and return to their villages.
Abilities and Traits
Kiina is very aggressive and pushy, traits that are disliked by Agori and Glatorian. However, they make her an excellent fighter in the arena. She wants to leave the planet of Bara Magna, and talks about this desire frequently.
Tools
Kiina wields a dual-sided Vapor Trident as her main weapon. She also carries a Thornax Launcher.
Vastus
Vastus is the prime Glatorian of the Jungle Tribe on Bara Magna.
Biography
The Element Lord of Jungle enlisted Vastus to fight for the control of Energized Protodermis. The war was ended by the Shattering which struck the planet, shattering it into several pieces. Vastus was isolated on the largest fragment, Bara Magna, along with many others. When the tribe joined the developing social system, Vastus became a Glatorian, and eventually became the prime Glatorian of the village of Tesara.
Vastus once won the Great Tournament in Atero, and reigned as champion for a year.
Vastus recently participated in three consecutive battles for the Jungle Tribe. When the Jungle Tribe was drawn into a dispute with the Rock Tribe, Vastus was unable to fight due to fatigue.
Along with the other Glatorian, Vastus traveled to Atero in order to participate in the Great Tournament. During the first match of the tournament, the arena was invaded by an army of Skrall. Vastus and the other Glatorian attempted to repel the Skrall forces, but were eventually overpowered, and forced to flee the city.
Abilities and Traits
As a result of the actions he committed during the Core War, Vastus is extremely guilt-ridden, and seeks to atone for his crimes.
Tools
Vastus carries a Venom Spear, which has a Thornax Launcher affixed to the end of it.
Gelu
Gelu is a retired Glatorian, now working for the Ice Tribe as a convoy escort.
History
On Spherus Magna, Gelu fought in the Core War with the Ice Tribe. After The Shattering occurred, he was stranded on Bara Magna and remained with the Ice Tribe.
Gelu was later trained in combat by the Ice Tribe, and knew the legendary fighter Certavus. When Certavus died, Strakk took his place as the primary Glatorian of the village, and Gelu became the secondary fighter.
As they could not spare Strakk at the time, the Ice Tribe at one point chose Gelu to fight Ackar. Gelu lost the fight, and Iconox became in debt to Vulcanus for a large amount of Exsidian.
Gelu traveled to the Arena Magna in order to participate in the yearly tournament. However, the first match was interrupted by the invading Skrall army, and Gelu retreated to Iconox with several other Agori. He retired from being a Glatorian shortly after the attack.
Abilities and Traits
Gelu is willing to go through greater danger for more payment, such as choosing to be a caravan escort rather than a Glatorian.
Tools
Gelu wields the double-bladed Ice Slicer and a Thornax Launcher.
Stronius
Stronius is a special forces Skrall, in the service of the Rock Tribe.
Biography
Originally a nameless Skrall, he was one of the special forces, gifted with greater strength and agility. After the discovery of Energized Protodermis, he fought in the Core War on Spherus Magna, commanded by Tuma. Due to his effectiveness as a soldier, he was granted the name “Stronius”. When the Shattering broke the planet into several pieces, Stronius was separated from his homeland along with the rest of the Skrall.
A band of shapeshifters known as the Baterra began attacking the Skrall, obliterating many of their number. Despite the prowess of the shapeshifters, Stronius managed to incapacitate one of them, inadvertently discovering that they were machines. Tuma eventually ordered a massive migration through the Black Spike Mountains in order to escape extinction. The Skrall then took up residence in the city of Roxtus.
Abilities and Traits
As a special forces Skrall, Stronius possesses greater strength and agility than the warrior class, as well as being a quicker thinker. He is described as a fearsome and cruel warrior.
Tools
Stronius wields a Thorny Club, and also carries a Thornax Launcher.
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