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The exuberance of our land brings us several blessings, but this time, in part due to our carelessness, the forest has almost eaten our [Root.GetPolynesianSacredArea]. Many in our community feel like the place is not tapu or sacred anymore and that [Root.Monarch.GetName] should do something about it.
During one of our many celebrations, while the dancers were performing the traditional [Root.GetPolynesianDance], a fight has started. Accusations of jealousy have been thrown between two dancers. While the matter should not have been anything but an anecdote, it has escalated quite fast and the families of the dancers have started to face each other. Before blood is spilled, [Root.Monarch.GetName] acts.
All across the Polynesian Triangle, fly whisks are used for ceremonial purposes by our high ranking chiefs. Today our ruler [Root.Monarch.GetName] will be the center of a ceremony but [Root.Monarch.GetHerHis] fly whisk has disappeared and servants cannot find it. There is no time to make another one as the ceremony is about to start. This will cause a great turmoil if not solved.
By watering the dried roots of the kava plant we get an hallucinogenic beverage called Kava too. Kava is a central part of most ceremonies all across the Polynesian Triangle and it is a highly ritualized act which follows a strict set of rules and order. As the process of creation of this beverage is not set in stone, the results could vary a lot, leading to different outcomes. The last celebration we had with some important members of our own and neighbouring societies was a total success due to the high quality Kava we served. Our fame as hosts has been greatly improved.
Tapa cloth is a barkcloth made by most groups in the Pacific area. Tapa cloth can be used for several things, specially clothing, but also to create beautiful ornaments that can be very demanded for their quality. Tapa can be decorated and dyed and it is extracted from paper mulberry tree. In every village or hamlet, the sound of bark being beaten to create the tapa is a constant. Our tapa has become highly demanded lately due to its quality.
Sennit is a type of cordage made of dried fibres, mostly from coconut husk, or grass that is used all across the region to make different types of cloth, specially hats, but also as an important element for traditional architecture, boat building, fishing or ornamentation. One would not think of this as a tool for death, but the human brain is very creative and using a sennit to strangle our ruler [Root.Monarch.GetName] was the option thought by the attacker.
The description below is one of several available for this event.
When our ancestors colonized these islands, they brought two animals to eat: chicken and pigs. Pigs are traditionally valued as they are not only delicious, but a big source of meat and owning several of them is a way to show power. Two groups of people have come to [Root.Monarch.GetName] to accuse the other side of stealing pigs from them. This is a hot topic for several reasons, and our ruler might want to act.
According to our legends, before we arrived these shores, our people were native to a place called Hawaiki, where all of us come from. Even for others it is also the underworld where our deads go and dwell. In any case, they were happy and food was abundant so our people sometimes miss that place they have never been to. There is an unnatural attraction to that lost homeland.
Sugarcane was brought by our ancestors in our wakas or canoes and has been planted and used extensively by our communities. But with us, an undesired guest also came: the rats. While our dogs are ready to fight them, on this ocasion, the number or rats seems to be out of control and we have suffered great losses in our sugar fields. The community is concerned and has come to beg for help. As rulers, we have to give them an answer.
Since the settlement of the first islands, dogs have been by our side as companions, but also as food. Pretty much every islander group has their own breed of dog: the Poi in Hawai'i, the Kuri in Aotearoa, or those in Tahiti. When a source of food is needed, dogs are not always the first to fall, but they are fed with vegetables or fish so they are ready.
Our people have used wakas or canoes to settle this part of the world and wakas are central to our culture in one way or the other. Competitions are also an easy way to have our people entertained and also a good way to keep our community fit. One group of rowers has challenged another to a race and news of the event has spread quickly across the area. Even [Root.Monarch.GetName] has approached the shore to watch the race. Bets have naturally arisen.
Tattoos are a common way to cover our bodies and are always drawn by master tattooists that have an important role in our societies. The ink, called kukui in the Hawaiian Islands or tuitui in Samoa, is made by burning the oily kernel of the husked candlenut and the black soot is collected. For some reason, those husked candlenuts have become scarce and nobody is able to find them anywhere.
A new ship has been gifted to our ruler. The artisans that built it are not rich but wanted to give a nice present to [Root.Monarch.GetName] for [Root.Monarch.GetHerHis] rule. They will be given presents back, as the tradition commands.
During the last days, warriors have gathered in one of our provinces and sworn loyalty to [Root.Monarch.GetName], willing to serve in the army. Wheter we want to protect our people or expand our realm, these people will be of great help.
The Ai Lakovi or formal engagement is an important moment in the Fijian culture. Traditionally, the man presents a Tabua or whale's tooth as a gift to her future spouse, but this is not a strict rule. [Root.Monarch.GetName] is about to get married and insists on gifting [Root.Monarch.GetHerHis] new consort a specially luxurious tabua. State coffers might suffer because of this.
After a bloody war, our nation has emerged victorious. Several warriors are held captive in our homeland and it is time to decide what to do with them. Our warlord has the last word. Whatever [Root.Monarch.GetSheHe] decides will be done. Of course, the price is not cheap and other people can feel like they could be next.
Fijian society is closely interwoven with religion and the adoration of the Kalou or gods. As taboos or tabus are so common, that affect who we marry, what we eat, where we lay... governing our every action from the cradle-mat to the grave, [Root.Monarch.GetName] has decided that We need a holy man by our side
Witchcraft or Draunikau as some refer to is a common way to communicate with the spirits and get favours in return. While many people practice it, even among the Betes or priests, it is viewed as suspicious by most and the practice of it is done stealthily in most cases. Gossips that [Root.Monarch.GetName] practices it has run free all across the realm.
Our heir needs to be a great warrior if [Root.Heir.GetSheHe] wants to lead our people one day. It is a tradition among our people to practice archery skills against a living target, usually a severely injured captive of war. By allowing our children to aim at a living target, we ensure that their skills are good for future wars. In this occasion, our heir is among those children. This will make a warrior of [Root.Heir.GetHerHim]
During the night, our ruler [Root.Monarch.GetName] has been seen entering the woods. Some guards tried to stop [Root.Monarch.GetHerHim], but with a gesture of the hand, [Root.Monarch.GetSheHe] told them to leave [Root.Monarch.GetHerHim] alone. A few hours later, [Root.Monarch.GetSheHe] came back with a big smile in [Root.Monarch.GetHerHis] face.
'I talked to a Menehune tonight' [Root.Monarch.GetSheHe] claimed. True or false, since that day everything has been better in the realm.
Our realm is going through a terrible time and things only get worse day by day. The priests or kahunas have it clear, Ku is angry with us and demands a sacrifice. The preparations are being carried on in the Luakini, the temple or heiau dedicated to the war where sacrifices are done, by the priests of Ku. Only the ali'i, the nobility, and the kahuna serving Ku will be allowed in the ceremony.
Lono's priests or Kahunas claim that the god himself have communicated with them and that if we make the proper preparations a blessing directly from the god will cover our realm. As the god of agriculture and peace, we can be blessed with better crops and a longer time of peace. What shall we do?
Our islands are incredibly fertile and plants grow withe ease. But from time to time, the Gods put a test of faith to our people, the Earth becomes angry and the volcanoes that form our islands throw lava that covers our fields. Normally, the mountain warns us and few lives are lost, but plants around them are not that lucky. In the next months, we will need to adapt to the losses and wait for plants to regrow stronger.
The Makahiki is one of the most important periods for our people, when the Makali'i or Pleiades rise in the horizon and the next crescent moon arrives, the New Year season starts. During this period, we thank Lono for his blessings and the Kanaka Maoli or hawaiians celebrate it. Warfare and labour are prohibited during these four months. People play games, attend religious ceremonies where animals are sacrificed and rulers are proven their worth. All the social classes have their tests done to them in some ways and succeding not only bring personal glory, but also to their lineage.
The body, or Tupapaku, of our heir will be mourned by the Iwi in the communal house, the Wharenui. This mourning will go on in this sacred place, or Marae, for three days. During this period people from all around will come to visit and show their respect. In honor of the Tupapaku we will hold a welcoming dance, and after the night of ending or Po Whakamatunga, we will bury the body and hold a final Hakari feast.
We are one with nature and we must live in harmony with it. It is the duty of all Maori to protect everything under the sky as the gods command. Polluting a river, choping down a whole forest or plundering a place from its resources goes against this guardianship. Our priests usually decide to make some areas tapu or sacred in order to keep them protected and away from excesive use. These decisions, while undoubtedly positive in the long term, can be a problem in the short one.
Whakapapa represents the origins of a person, the lineage that person belongs to. Whakapapa is recited as an introduction or Mihimihi, specially in important situations. A neighboring ruler has put in doubt the veracity of the Whakapapa of our ruler. Many among our people insist that this insult cannot be ignored.
The New Year or Matariki has arrived, the group of stars we also called Matariki and Puanga, or Pleiades and Rigel as the Pakeha or europeans call them, have risen on the horizon and a new cycle begins. It is the time of the year when we prepare the grounds; make offerings to the gods, specially Rongo; remember our loved ones that are not among us and teach our youngsters about the land. Priests have announced that the omens are really good and that this will be an excelent year.
Our ruler has been gifted by a friend with plenty of goods or Koha after hosting him and his family for a few days. The Utu, the balance and harmony that governs our lifes, forces us to repaid this free and spontaneous gesture. This gift exchange will bond our ruler's family and that of his friend to keep on exchanging gifts in the future but will also strenghten their relationship.
An emissary from Tonga came to us a few days ago. During all this time, we have treated him with great honor, as we are great hosts. In his last night among us, [Root.Monarch.GetName] has invited some dancers to perform the fire dance or Siva Afi. This dance consists on some dancers, usually warriors, that cover their Nifo Oti, our traditional serrated-edged war clubs, with towels and set them on fire. It is a very traditional and iconic part of our culture. To our surprise, the dance has been accompanied with some kind of acting. The story talked about the time when our people got rid of our former Tongan overlords after attacking their governor during a Siva Afi dance. Everyone can see the tongan emissary getting angry. This will be a problem.
A male tattoo or Pe'a is a central part of our culture and are associated with the rites of passage for men. [Root.Heir.GetName] has come to age and he will receive a Pe'a so he can stop being telefua or naked. During the preparations, [Root.Heir.GetName] shows confidence despite receiving a Pe'a being known as very painful. That confidence swiftly fades as the tufuga ta tatau or master tattooist starts. He cannot endure the pain and runs away. He has only a small mark, a Pe'a mutu, the mark of shame. Even if the Pe'a is finished some day, some will never consider him a Soga'imiti and respected for his courage.
The 'Ava ceremony is one of the most important custom of our people. It is a solemn ritual where kava, or 'ava as we call it, beverage is shared and includes speeches and oratory. In this ocasion, several tribal chiefs have been invited and other notables of our realm. 'Ava is made from dried roots and mixed with water and shared among the celebrants. Our guests are clearly enjoying the celebration and we might want to take advantage of their good mood.
The Tufuga are the craftsmen that have achieved the highest rank in skill and knowledge in our society. Since the position is very prestigious, contracting their services will be of great help for our nation. What kind of Tufuga should we invite?
The chiefly system or Fa'amatai is a decentralized way of government traditional in Samoa. It allows the Tama-a-Aiga or Sons of the Families, the four major title holders of the islands to lead over the royal families in Samoa. Every ruler of these islands has held one of these titles. This system has granted us a great degree of stability but it is also a block to total power.
Despite most Tongan men being heavily tattooed, our rulers are usually not. That's due to the high rank our ruler has, which means that nobody can touch him. To avoid this limitation, it is traditional to go to Samoa to be tattooed.
Some generations ago, Tu'itatui, the eleventh Tu'i Tonga, erected the Ha'amonga 'a Maui or The Burden of Maui, a giant coral limestone supported by another two not smaller ones forming something similar to a gate, in honor of his two sons. Our ruler [Root.Monarch.GetName] wishes to have a similar structure built to honor his children, as [Root.Monarch.GetSheHe] is quite moved by the story, despite its obvious cost. What shall be done?
Our craftsmen are skilled in the art of wood carving. Not only are they experts in creating common tools such as head rests or kali, food bowls, cult images or weapons, but they are also well known all across the pacific for their skill at inlaying pearl-shell or ivory in wood. Fijians love to treasure our war clubs. We have to take advantage of that love for our crafts.
During a celebration, the oldest son of an influential clan's leader has drunk too much and desecrated unwillingly the tomb of one of our dead kings. This is a big insult and the youngster knows that. Despite his beggings and promises to repaid the harm done, some voices advice [Root.Monarch.GetName] to kill him to clean the shame for the dynasty. Of course, there are others fearing a possible uprising from his clan should we kill their future ruler.
Our homeland is rich in many resources, but it lacks the needed amount of big trees to build big war canoes. Luckily for us, the islands of Fiji are close to us and their canoe building skills are legendary. We should strenghten the commerce with those islands to mantain our navy strong.
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This is a list of events for countries with Maori, Melanesian, or Polynesian as primary culture. Some events are only available for specific countries.[1]
Polynesian generic events[edit | edit source]
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Sacred Area Needs a Clearing
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
 We will send some men to clear the area and make it tapu again.
Why would we care? It is just a place with less trees.
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Dances Gone Wrong
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
Side with one of the dancers.
Try to solve it diplomatically.
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The Disappeared Fly Whisk
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
Look for a replacement, nobody will realize.
We will lose face if we treat our subjects as fools.
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Kava Culture
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
This is a good chance to make new friends.
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High Quality Tapa Cloth
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
This is a good chance to make wealth.
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Assassination Attempt
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Mean time to happen
600 months
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Kill him.
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The Stargazers
The description below is one of several available for this event.The following description is used if:
- None of:
- Primary culture is Melanesian
- The sky is full of stars that form different shaped that resemble things and have a use for our sailors: the Manaiakalani or The Chief's Fishline looks like Maui's fishhook; Heiheionakeiki is used to navigate to Tahiti; and Ke Ka o Makali'i or The Canoe Bailer of Makali'i represents a bowl pouring onto the horizon... People knowing them are useful for the community.
The following description is used if:
- Primary culture is Melanesian
- The sky is full of stars that form different shaped that resemble things and have a use for our sailors. People knowing them are useful for the community.''
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
Knowledge is always welcome.
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The Pig Wars
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
We'll choose a side.
It's only pigs.
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Memories of Hawaiki
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
1800 months |
That place sounds like heaven.
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A Sweet Menace
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
We have to do something, release the hounds!
I do not think we can do much.
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The Best Friend
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
Dogs are a good source of food.
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The Waka Race
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
A little betting will not hurt.
We will not lose wealth in this foolish manner. (Nothing) | |
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No Husked Candlenut to Be Found
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
Without it our tattooists cannot work. Bring them from other islands if needed.
We can live with this.
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A Floating Gift
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Mean time to happen
600 months
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Our fleet grows strong.
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The Young Army
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Mean time to happen
600 months
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New recruits are always nice.
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Fijian events[edit | edit source]
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The Ai Lakovi
This event happens only once during a campaign.
Trigger conditions
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Is triggered only by
Getting a new consort (Base weight: 25/1025) |
Our consort deserves the best.
We just need to present the tabua.
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Warlord
This event happens only once during a campaign.
Trigger conditions
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Is triggered only by
Winning a war against From |
Their courage will be respected.
They fought well and we want to keep the peace.
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Kalou's Emissary
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
Let's look among these candidates.
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Accusations of Practicing Witchcraft
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
This gossip must end.
Everyone does, perhaps we should normalize it.
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Living Target
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
Our heir must practice.
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Hawaiian events[edit | edit source]
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Menehune People
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Please help with verifying or updating this infobox. It was last verified for version 1.33. |
According to our legends, before our people arrived these shores, the islands of this archipielago belonged to a dwarf people called Menehune. These people are described as superb craftspeople and the builders of many of our fishponds, who work tirelessly during the nights. Only children and those connected to them somehow are able to see them. Today, a man has come to the village claiming that he saw them.
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
Perhaps they exist after all.
Leave all that nonsense to children and naive people.
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Menehune Blessing
'I talked to a Menehune tonight' [Root.Monarch.GetSheHe] claimed. True or false, since that day everything has been better in the realm.
This event happens only once during a campaign.
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Is triggered only by
The event “Menehune People” option “Perhaps they exist after all.” |
They exist.
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Ku Demands a Sacrifice
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
60 months |
We will make sacrifices to appease the feathered god.
Sacrifices are not the answer and we will not saciate Ku's thirst of blood.
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A Special Makahiki Festival
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
An offering will be done in the Mapele, or temple dedicated to Lono.
We have been fine so far, we will be fine.
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Volcano Erupting
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
The gods want it this way.
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Makahiki is Here
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Is triggered only by
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The New Year starts.
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Maori events[edit | edit source]
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Royal Tangihanga
This event happens only once during a campaign.
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Is triggered only by
Heir dying |
We will keep it simple. It is not time to boast about our richness. (Nothing) We should have an elaborated Tangihanga.
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Kaitiakitanga
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
We cannot stop progress and the wellbeing of our people.
We are all Kaitiaki or guardians, it is our allegiance to the gods.
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Whakapapa
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
They will pay in blood with the might of our warriors.
Their words are empty for our leader. Nothing will be done.
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A Special Matariki
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
Praise the gods!
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The Koha
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
Immediate effects
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This has caught us off guard and we cannot reciprocate.
While the tradition dictates that the our gift must be of bigger value, will they really realize it?
We are bond by the Utu. Their Koha will be doubly repaid.
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Samoan events[edit | edit source]
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Siva Afi Gone Wrong
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Coward Heir
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
120 months |
He has brought shame to our family.
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Historic 'Ava
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
We did not expect this success.
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A Tufuga for the Court
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
We will look for a Tufuga fau fale or master house builder.
A Tufuga fau va'a or master navigator is what we want.
The job is for a good Tufuga ta tatau or master tattooist.
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The Fa'amatai System
This event happens only once during a campaign.
Trigger conditions
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Is triggered only by
Curent ruler dying |
We will respect the traditions.
This system is oldfashioned and goes against our interests.
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Tongan events[edit | edit source]
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The Royal Tatatau
This event happens only once during a campaign.
Trigger conditions
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Is triggered only by
Curent ruler dying |
We will visit Samoa to be tattooed as it is the custom.
Samoa has nothing to offer us.
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A Second Ha'amonga 'a Maui
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
All hail [Root.Monarch.GetName]!
We cannot afford that, even if [Root.Monarch.GetName] gets angry.
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Wood Carving Experts
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
This will greatly benefit us.
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Royal Mound Desecrated
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
1800 months |
Despite his remorse, he has to die.
We are in no position to risk a civil war right now.
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Fijian War Canoes
Trigger conditions
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Mean time to happen
600 months |
The price is acceptable.
We cannot afford it now.
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Easter egg events[edit | edit source]
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A Strange Creature
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Please help with verifying or updating this infobox. It was last verified for version 1.33. |
Our ruler Lilo has come back from her daily walk around our beautiful island. By her side a small, blueish creature walks clumsily, grabbing her hand. Nobody has ever seen a creature like that, but neither anyone dares to speak about it. The creature cannot stop babbling as if it was plotting something.
This event happens only once during a campaign.
Trigger conditions
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Is triggered only by
Nothing. This event can't happen |
What do the Gods mean with this? (Nothing) | |
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A Strange Advisor
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Please help with verifying or updating this infobox. It was last verified for version 1.33. |
After a long trip, our queen Moana has come back to our shores accompanied by a tall and muscular man, covered in tattoos. Now, she is always seen in this man's company and apparently listens to his advice. Perhaps it is time to invite him to the court, despite the gossip about him.
This event happens only once during a campaign.
Trigger conditions
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Is triggered only by
Nothing. This event can't happen |
Is he Maui?
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- ↑ See /Europa Universalis IV/events/PolynesianEvents.txt
