Tahu vs. Tahu: Quick Banners

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Greetings.

 

These are quick banners, nothing too fancy. Each one features a major character in my ongoing epic, Tahu vs. Tahu, where reader choices heavily impact the course that the story takes. Some of these are already in use; others will be used in an official capacity once the plotlines featuring that specific character start to come into focus.

 

There are a few other banners waiting in the works, but they would spoil upcoming stuff and as such are not shared here. 

 

If you have any critique or comments, feel free to post it! 

 

Banner #1: Tahu Okoto

Obviously, in an epic titled "Tahu vs. Tahu", characters named "Tahu" are relevant. Tahu Okoto here is the poster boy of the epic; he features in the big huge banner (alongside Tahu Mata - more on that below), and this banner here is the one currently active in my signature. 

 

Tahu Okoto (alongside the rest of his team) has mysterious traveled back in time five years from 2015 to 2010; however, they have lost their memories. Tahu Okoto finds himself locked in the middle of a civil war, and must find a way to lead the sets following him to victory while also attempting to regain his memories and uncover the true reason for his trip back in time.

 

Banner #2: Tahu Mata

As another "Tahu", Tahu Mata is the (former?) leader on the Bionicle sets living in the House, having led them for ten years from 2001-2010, as well as one of the titular Tahus of the "Tahu vs. Tahu" title. Recent events have seen him possibly deposed by Tahu Stars. Despite this, Tahu Mata does have one advantage: his allies are all both fierce and loyal, and Tahu Okoto has publicly declared his allegiance to Tahu Mata as well.

 

The image used in the banner does have a purpose in the storyline, and in fact is a major plot point that will kickstart Tahu Mata's personal storyline in the epic. To say anything more would be to spoil the surprise, however, so I shall stop there!

 

Banner #3: Tahu Stars

The third "Tahu" so far to feature heavily in the epic, and the other titular "Tahu" of the epic's title. Tahu Stars has only just arrived in the House, but his arrival (and subsequent aggressive attempt to seize control) has gained him a large following from sets who are sick of Tahu Mata's rule. He cares little for the time travelling sets, and considers Tahu Okoto to be inferior to himself. 

 

Despite this, Tahu Stars is very quick to act, and will resort to battle before almost any other alternative; this will undoubtedly become extremely troublesome in the future, and the consequences of his actions may turn out to be rather dire.

 

Banner #4: Gali Okoto

As one of the quieter members of the time-travelling Toa Okoto, Gali Okoto is easily missed among the other louder sets. 

 

There is a group within the House known as the "Blue League", which strives to retain a neutral perspective while they observe and document events; Gali Okoto will certainly prove to be a useful member of the team, should she be inducted.

 

Banner #5: Pohatu Okoto

Pohatu Okoto was the second of the Toa Okoto to be opened (the first being Tahu Okoto), and is perhaps the loudest of the bunch. He often voices questions or concerns that the others might keep silent, and will freely comment on current events. He has rapidly grown close with Tahu Okoto, and the two are rarely seen separated from each other. While Tahu Okoto has no official "second in command", Pohatu Okoto might be the closest thing.

 

Banner #6: Kopaka Okoto

Kopaka Okoto is both a fierce and imposing presence, both stoic and strong. He rarely agrees with either Tahu Okoto or Pohatu Okoto, and considers them to be foolish and obnoxious. With Tahu Okoto's decision to ally with Tahu Mata having caused the team to be locked in the House's prison, Kopaka Okoto's time following the rest of the team might be at an end.

 

Banner #7: Onua Okoto

Onua Okoto, to be quite frank, might be the only character featured on these banners to serve more of a supporting role within the story. He is wise and strong, but also silent, rarely choosing to speak; as such, his opinions are often unknown, making him a bit of a wild card. 

 

I currently have no active plans for Onua Okoto; for now, I am leaving him open in case inspiration strikes, or in case he is required due to the choices that the readers make.

 

Banner #8: Lewa Okoto

Lewa Okoto has one of the most important roles in the story; some of you might remember that on my blog several months ago, I mentioned a project called 4 and a Half Lewas. I deleted the entry when I decided not to pursue the project further, opting to instead devote my time to other things.

 

However! The major plot points of the cancelled 4 and a Half Lewas are being resurrected in Tahu vs. Tahu, and Lewa Okoto will, as planned, be the main star, making them one of the most important characters of the epic.

 

There is also something more unique about Lewa Okoto; although the official character is male, and this character started as such, this Lewa Okoto actually identifies as female. At the moment I am unsure how much of an impact this will have on the epic, although that is because I have no official outline (the reader choices make having a proper outline for the story beyond broad "start here / get here / end here" points impossible), and cannot predict where the story will go.

 

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So those are the eight (current) banners for Tahu vs. Tahu, as well as some brief words on why each character was selected. Feel free to post any critique or whatever below (or just admire how Kopaka Okoto perfectly matches the colors for the logo)(can you call that a logo?)