S1E9 The Black Desert
A great battle arrives as Kaʻiana and Kamehameha lead their army against the combined might of Maui and Keōua.
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#2
S1E2
Changing Tides
Fearing for their lives, Kaʻiana and his family flee O‘ahu. An ally emerges with a promise of safe passage.
#3
S1E7
Day of Spilled Brains
A disagreement erupts about how to deal with the arrival of outsiders.
- 4. S1E1 "The Chief of War"
- 5. S1E8 "The Sacred Niu Grove"
- 6. S1E5 "The Race of the Gods"
- 7. S1E3 "City of Flowers"
- 8. S1E4 "City of Flowers Part II"
- 9. S1E6 "The Splintered Paddle"
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#9
S1E6
The Splintered Paddle
Kūpuohi tries to keep the hope of peace alive as the drums of war grow louder. Kaʻiana questions Kamehameha's leadership.
- 8. S1E4 "City of Flowers Part II"
- 7. S1E3 "City of Flowers"
- 6. S1E5 "The Race of the Gods"
- 5. S1E8 "The Sacred Niu Grove"
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Top Standout: S1E9 The Black Desert
Most Infamous: S1E3 City of Flowers
Best Hidden Gem: S1E7 Day of Spilled Brains
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