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I was wondering- do you take your mask to other places with you? I some times do this so they kind act as good-luck charms or something. So, yeah, just wondering if you did the same.
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Now in MNOG when Kopaka changes his mask to a Noble [uhhhhh, can't remember which], it is actually a visual change. It also happens during the Onua/Lewa battle. Is that real? Or does the mask it appears one is wearing not change when a different power is activated? Meaning, could Kopaka use the powers of the Hau without actually "switching" to it?
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Right, let me first apologize for so nonchalantly breaking into these forums after yet another considerable hiatus. I just had a thought that overwhelmed me, and I had to share it somewhere. Now, it is said that the Kanohi masks' most common function is their ability to sustain a being's consciousness, correct? And it is also said that the prolonged removal of a Kanohi mask from a being's face can have adverse effects on their well-being. A Matoran would normally lose consciousness, a Toa would become very weak and dizzy, and a Turaga would remain somewhere in between those two states, perhaps alternating from one to the other. I think it's safe to assume that in their comatose state, the Matoran experience what we call "dreams", right? So consider this: What if when a Toa or a Turaga has their Kanohi removed (either willingly or by force), they enter a hazy state of mind, similar to what we call the hypnagogic state? They aren't asleep or completely detached from reality, but they occasionally experience eerie hallucinations (that include visual, audible and tactile sensations) that seem to be a projection of their subconscious mind (if MU beings even have a subconscious)? Perhaps a Toa wouldn't experience such specific effects, but think of a Turaga. Now, a Turaga is generally perceived as a wise, old, and experienced being with a slight air of mystic involvement, right? Now, what if, just what if, some Turaga, somewhere (or perhaps even one of the original Turaga of Mata Nui) was in the habit of deliberately removing their Kanohi, so that they would become more susceptible to certain influences, which would in turn aid them in their urge to gain a "higher" insight, similar to the way a shaman would intentionally enter a drug-induced state? Any thoughts?
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So a while back, I started working on some newer versions of the checklists that were created for all of the BIONICLE collectibles that we've seen so far. The main gripe that I had with the older variants was that they were saved as .jpg, which meant that the quality was reduced significantly, and it made it difficult do do one-click bubble filling with the bucket tool. My first thought was to just redo the fill circles so that you could do one-click filling, but the idea stuck to me to completely overhaul them for those who like nice, clean files. I first began work on a Kraata checklist, which I posted here in the Art Topic a few months ago. Sadly, the Topic was lost, as it was posted within the timeframe of data that we ended up rolling back on the forums. So I figured that making the Krana/Krana-Kal Checklist and reposting a new Topic including both checklists would be a good idea, with the goal of posting a new Kanohi and Kanoka checklist in the meantime. So here we are, the first two checklists: Krana / Krana-Kal Checklist 100% Size | 45% Size Wild Kraata Checklist 100% Size | 40% Size Like I said earlier; you can expect a Kanohi and Kanoka checklist soon. The Kanohi checklist is currently in the WIP stage, and the Kanoka Checklist will follow shortly on its heels when it's complete! I personally use the checklists scaled down to 40% / 45% because they're smaller and easier to handle, but the hi-res versions at 100% are here in case any of you feel daring enough to work with such large files. As always, any kind of feedback is welcome. I'd like to know what the community would like to see in terms of interactability, such as importing the checklists to Flash or HTML5 to allow for easier tracking and updating of the lists ((I have a long-term goal of porting them to HTML5 eventually, but I need to get the mechanics of the markup down before I could even begin coding in it )). Thanks a bunch guys, and I hope to see a lot of people using these!
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Title says it all. Mine was a blue Kaukau Nuva that I got from Gali Nuva, which was also my first set.
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Tahkron the Kanohi Hunter --- Tahkron is a member of a very mysterious species - the Kanohi Hunters. As you can probably guess, the KH have a tradition of hunting for... kanohi! And they like to wear them on their body as trophies. They can also wear them on their 'chin' to use their powers. Theoretically their minds can only control noble kanohi, but with proper training and experience they know how to use only so much power of a great one that doesn't overwhelm them. And there's no doubt that Tahkron, as the high chief of the Earth Clan, is very experienced. Pics (or didn't happen): Front: a little blurry D: Side: o_O it has a tail Back: and blurry wings too O_O No masks: blurry knees and arm The 'chin': looks like a blurry mata face That looks: a bit stupid (and blurry) Now time for a story: "The Decapitation" Tahu is unaware of his situation. Tahkron puts his Kakama on to escape quickly with a new trophy! I'm an awful storyteller ^ ^'
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If there were two Kanohi Iden users and both of them release their spirits, will the two spirits be able to touch each other?
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Hey there everyone! I always had this question about the Metruan's Kanohi. Why are the tops or middle of their Kanohi, tainted with silver paint? The sets that came out have the Kanohi tainted in silver and in some pictures I saw a of couple other matoran from Metru Nui, share the same appearance Does this have something to do with the matoran living or working on Metru Nui? And why does the silver go away when in Mata Nui? Is it because they shrunk? Can someone please clear this up? Edit: BTW sorry if this doesnt belong here, I dont know is this is part of the storyline, or just something the sets had. -
So, I've been looking on Bricklink, and the prices for some of these pieces haven't been promising, so I thought I'd open up a new BST topic and see what I can get. One project I would like to try out it remaking the Chronicler's Company, and I only have Taipu's Pakari, so I need some of the other masks. I'd be open to trading certain things, just ask and I'll see if I have it and would be willing to part with it. So, the masks I need from the Chronicler's Company are: Prototype Red Noble Ruru (EDIT: Also apparently in a clock set released in 2002, so some are not prototypes, who knew?). If you have this, I would very much like it, and would offer more for it. Lime Noble Rau. Also more rare for some reason. Didn't it come in the masks packs? Mata Blue Noble Huna. Shouldn't be too hard to find. Dark Grey Noble Matatu. Also in mask packs Black Noble Ruru. Came in the Hafu set, I believe. And while I'm here, might as well look for some other things I'll need soon. Metru Chestplate in Mata Red and Tan. The red came with some Motorcycle set a while ago, and the tan with the Vorox and Thornatus. Throwbot Foot in Dark Grey, Mata Red, and Yellow, x2 Each. Grey came from Millenium Slizer, Red from a Motorcycle and Hockey sets, and Yellow from the Muaka and another Hockey Set Technic Perpendicular Pin Connector in Mata Blue (x2-4) and Dark Grey (x4-6). These came from the 03 Matoran and a few other sets. Metru Blue Great Ruru, from Karzahni. Hero Factory Joint extendors Hero Factory Shield with Clip in Black and Gunmetal, x2 each Nuparu Mahri Armor, Left and Right, in Black. I've been searching for a picture for this one, but it's fine, because it's unlikely I'll ever get it. I've always wanted that white-Metru Blue blended Miru prototype. Just to get it out there. EDIT: Found a pic, it's the top row. Rahkshi head in Silver, from Roodaka Torso from the Diver collectible minifigure. Galaxy Patrol Collectible Minifigure Hazmat Suit Collectible Minifigure (and hose) Ball Joints are also greatly appreciated, esp. light grey classic ones and black ones with the hole through them. Please reply especially if you have the rarer items or a large number of these. I will trade or pay cash. I'll also probably update this page a bit more as time goes on and I find more things I need, but that's it for now.
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As you guys may have known for a while 3D printing is becoming more well known and popular. I have no access to one, nor even the software to use in conjunction with the printer...nor even the knowledge to use said software despite taking a course in CAD =.= But still I would like to share my opinion on 3D printing with reference to LEGO: MOCers can create custom parts which are impossible to acquire from LEGO(E.G Movie version Avohkii, Kraahkhan, Ackar's old blade, all of which I really, REALLY WANT) Such little things like custom kanohi and weapons I believe will help keep the Bionicle fanbase going strong, and even encourage creativity amongst those who use it. But due to its nature of use, counterfeit LEGO bits can easily be produced using 3D printers and sold off to unknowing people hoping to get LEGO pieces. LEGO fans might even just go on to producing their own parts instead of buying from LEGO. What do you think of 3D printing and what does it mean for LEGO? Oh and can someone make a Movie Avohkii for me using 3D printing? Seriously though, that'd be AWESOME!
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I was recently looking through the BS01 Kanohi page and noticed down near the bottom was a link to Other Kanohi, masks that were only shown in the comics that now have powers thanks to mainly Expanded Multiverse, and then canonized by Greg Farshey. But, just above that link on the Kanohi page, there are six pictures of Kanohi shown in the comics that don't have any powers yet. So, I got out my trusty pencils and Sharpie, and threw together some ideas of how those masks might look so we can get a better idea of powers we would like them to have. After we've got a good amount of suggestions, hopefully someone can put these into a poll, and the winners (hopefully, again) will be brought up to Greg by Erebus to be canonized (and probably the second and third choices just to make sure ) Note that I didn't really have sufficient detail to really make anything for these two images, so I just skipped them. If anyone really wants to give it a try (or really wants me to do it), we can try it out. Also note that these masks are by no means the only interpretation of those limited images. Feel free to try your own versions. So, onto the masks. Since none of them have powers or names yet, I'm just going to call them "Masks A-E," in order of appearance on BS01. I really don't like how D turned out, but there was barely enough detail anyways to make a full mask, so I gave it my best shot. I'm still pretty sure that mask and the Mask of Biomechanics are Skakdi heads, and the Matoran shown in the same comic panel are probably slaves or something, but they're still listed as Masks on BS01, so I'll just go wth it. So, now for my power suggestions. I'll also keep a record of ther suggestions here: Mask A: Mask of Facial Hair: (anyone else think it looks like it has a moustache and goatee?)Mask of Softening: This power enables a user to modify the flexibility, elasticity, and hardness of a material for a limited amount of time. Example usages are softening the hard ground you are falling onto to make it safe, or changing an iron bar into a heavy whip. Inspired by curved lines everywhere and soft appearance of mask.Mask of Dampening: Dampens extreme light, sound, and energy bursts on contact with user. Inspired by "earmuff"-like circles on the sides. Mask B: Mask of Heat Vision: Allows user to fire beams of heat from the eyepieces of the mask. Inspired by "superhero" look and thin bars, as well as the Rahkshi power. Immoral.Mask of Lightning: Gives user a small control over Lightning. Suggested by Meta-Mind Mask C: Mask of Currents: Allows user to manipulate direction and speed of nearby currents of gas, liquids, energy, etc. Inspired by flowing shape of mask, Neptune crown over eyes, water drop-like mouth, and blue coloring. Mask D: Mask of Acceleration: Allows user to increase the speed of a moving object. Inspired by windswept look and "Need for Speed" crazed grin.Mask of Deception: Allows user to project an illusion that feels, smells, acts, etc. exactly like the real thing as long as a subject believes in it and the user remains focused. Suggested by Omega 12 and ClickMask of Deception Alternate: Makes the user more believable. Suggested by Omega12 and Click Mask E: Mask of Nullification: Lessens force of impact on a user's body. Example usages include jumping from higher places with little injury, punching hard enough to shatter your hand, and dampening collisions. Inspired by helmet-like look.Mask of ___________: Allows user to temporarily (as in like five minutes) use elemental abilities of other elements that they have witnessed. Recharges for a day or so before it can be used again. Inspired by Airbender arrow on top. Mask of Afterlife: Borrows energy from the user until they die, and then they live in a Spirit-like form (similar to the Iden) for an equal amount of time. Suggested by Toa Nidhiki05Mask of Vacuum Breathing: Self-explanatory. Suggested by Omega12Mask of Gas Breathing: Self-explanatory, Suggested by Omega12 and Takua Dragonstar7Mask of Time Jump?: Allows a user to jump ahead a few seconds, remaining in the same place to avoid attacks or wait times. May conflict with EM mask. Suggested by Lokisyn Please let me know if I messed up any links or made typos. I think my keyboard's dying. Other ideas include EM suggestions without images already, which can be seen here. A list of possible powers from this list can be found in this post. So, what do you think? Any other ideas?
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Those mushy. Rubber type masks that the inika wear the organic kanohi, are they supposed to look different than the non organic ones? Aside from the fact that they need a weird head to connect it to and there is no connection points to the mouth n stuff
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Well, the title of this topic is pretty self explanatory. Basically, what kanohi do you think The Yesterday Quest toa team should have, with the exception of Chiara, because its been confirmed that she has a volitak. -
Something that has bugged me for a while regarding mask powers is the following: At least some of them have been stated to have a duration. In particular, the only difference between a Great and Noble Huna is the duration of their invisibility.The first thing I am wondering about is how this duration is measured. Is it a set time, or does it still depend on the user's willpower even after the initial Great/Noble difference?If the former, does the mask need to recharge/generate more power for itself? Can it then be activated while half-charged, for a shorter duration? If the latter, does the power simply become harder and harder to control as the duration increases due to your own mental fatigue? Would a user more easily lose focus after a certain amount of time?Personally, I lean towards the former, since Noble Kanohi are confirmed to have less power total, and so it doesn't make sense to me that they would wear your mind out quicker.The second thing I wonder about is if every mask has a duration. Now, if the duration limit comes from the user's fatigue forcing them to let go of the power eventually, then it would make sense that every mask has a limit. Tahu had trouble keeping the Vahi in check, for example, but to me that seemed more like the danger of losing control rather than the inability to keep the mask going at all. Losing control of the Vahi could cause a lot of crazy stuff to happen, while losing control of a Huna would likely just make the viewer visible again.If the duration is inherent to the mask and the energy it uses, then we have the question of how long any mask can be sustained. A Ruru (night vision) would likely draw very little power, since it just allows your eyes to more easily sense light. The Great version can shine like a flashlight when used to its full extent, though, so we must consider that this additional power usage could potentially make the "batteries" (of either the mask or the user's mind) run out quicker. :)We also have such things as the Nuva masks, which have greatly expanded capabilities, at least in the sharing aspect. Sharing a power would naturally use some extra energy (and extra mind power), but would it shorten the duration, or is the Nuva masks capable of sustaining themselves just as well even when used at full power?I don't expect the answers to be readily available (or else I wouldn't ask ), but I find it interesting to discuss the exact limits of Kanohi usage.
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So, I've been pondering this for a while. In one of the books, Pohatu (I believe) uses his mask of Speed to increase the motion of his molecules (atoms?) to a point where they're vibrating so rapidly that he can pass through solid objects. This made me wonder if the powers of the other Great Kanohi could be used in similar improvisational fashions. For example, could the Pakari (strength) be used to strengthen specific parts of the body, such as the legs for running? Or, could the Kaukau be utilized to breath in liquids other than water, or be used as a "gas mask" to filter the user's air intake. Improvisation probably wouldn't work so well for all masks. Nokama's is a mask of translation, and you can't do much more on that level. Just a thought.
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So yeah, I have stuff to sell and trade. There is also some stuff that I need. Just so you know, I'm living in Quebec, Canada. If you have something I need, I'm willing to trade or pay with money. Just tell me your price. Wants Here : http://www.brickshelf.com/gallery/Nicotheory/Wants/list.jpg Haves I also have Mata heads with their eyes unclipped still in their bags and some Kraata. Just ask if you're interested. Non-Lego stuff : Megablocks Dragons Krystal War "Man O War" Brand New and Sealed Book "Small Steps" by Louis Sachar
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I have a dark red noble Komau backstory: i remember finding this in a huge bin of parts i got from a garage sale 6 years ago. i remembered noting the odd colour but never thought back twice... me and my buddies just said "cool" and went on with our bionicle loving lives. 4 days ago: i was cleaning my room and i found a Kopaka canister in my closet, and inside was my old kanohi collection :') after looking through them and feeling the rush of nostalgia i saw this again. now im really curious about it, i know enough bionicle lore, legends and information to know that this mask isnt normal. Ive been lurking the internet for the last few days and i cant find a single thing on it. BUT i did find something interestingly similar in this thread: http://www.bzpower.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=74058&hl=official at the bottom it mentions a dark blue Matatu. i cant find anything on the dark blue Matatu either. The mask itself: Ive done all the tests on BZPower, held up to light, put in hot water, paint thinner, nail polish remover, nothing worked. Im 100% sure this is molded red plastic. Compared to my other Komaus there are a few differences. 1. the "knobs" on the bottom of its "nose" are less defined 2. The inside (back) of the mask is missing the "nose" detail 3. the biggest thing: There are no codes or engravings on the back at all (that the originals have) but theres is a stamp that says shows +1 4: it is not a solid colour, it is a dark red plastic with copper sparkles in it. The last thing leads me to believe this isnt a misprint, but a protoype hopefully these pics will show what i am talking about Sorry that 1 pic is sideways. EDIT: pic was repeated
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Five out of the six barraki (exluding Ehlek) belonged to a species that could wear and use kanohi. My question is: Which kanohi do you think they would have if they chose to wear masks? Which masks would make sence to each character?
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I know a lot of people have custom Kanohi please share them. My is the Kanohi Kanohi the Legendary mask of Masks it can instantly change into any mask but the noble can not use legendary masks
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Hello all, I'm new to the BZPower, having recently rediscovered my childhood packed away neatly in the attic. I am looking to buy a handful of kanohi, looking around in various threads, but I decided I should start my own topic just in case I could get someone's attention! If you have any of the following and are willing to either sell them or trade, please let me know! I have what I am looking for listed below, as well as masks I am willing to trade. What I'm looking for (name your price, or anything I have that you would like to trade): -Hau: in Tahu's default red color -Chrome Hau/Rua-Infected Hau -Miru: Lewa needs his default green Miru!-Any of the six gold/silver kanohi for the Toa Mata, or all of them. I'm also looking for a full Stars Tahu set! If you've got one of the above and would like to make an offer or a trade or something like that, just shoot me an email via the address on my profile and we will discuss it. For this process I would prefer to deal in cash via good old-fashioned snail mail. However, I'm not responsible for anything lost in the mail! What I can trade (Not sell, but trade!): Assorted Kanohi -Light Blue Mahiki-Light Blue Pakari-Default red Hau Nuva - ONLY if you've got a Red Hau or a Chrome Rua to trade!-Infected Hau Nuva - ONLY if you've got an Infected Hau to trade!-Brown Kakama-Avohkii (x2) - One gold, one sparkly transparent - Preferably if you have a gold or silver Kanohi for any of the six Toa Mata to trade, but I will relent if you make a reasonable offer. -Black Ruru Assorted Krana -Blue Xa-Grey Vu-Yo (x2) - One Purple, one Yellow-Silvery-blue Ca (for Gahlok-Kal)-Orange Su Other-Toa Nuva armor (two chest plates and two shoulder pads) - ONLY if you have a default red Hau for Toa Mata Tahu! Here's a picture: http://s1052.beta.photobucket.com/user/NinjaDiscoPunch/media/KANOHI_amp_KRANA.jpg.html?sort=3&o=0 Again, I am willing to buy or trade if you have something I'm looking for, but I will only trade the above if you've got something I need. Thanks for taking the time to look!
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So, this is just an odd idea I had while looking at the old Mata head design. Down on the lower cheek area (just under the long mouth ridge), there's these two little hemispherical indents as you can see here:So, BS01 says that Which I've usually seen and assumed to attach on their cheeks, so I was wondering, would anyone have liked it if, instead of the weak, annoying Mata socket on the masks, there were magnets inside those cheek areas, holding the mask on? It probably would have the same effect as the Mata socket when playing that little "Knock their masks off" game from '01-'03, but might have been a bit more expensive, and maybe had more legal warnings and such.So, is this a feasable, or safe, idea? Do you think Lego ever thought about it? Would it have continued on in later years, or just evolved a new way to do it?
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So today I got in a package with some ultra rare collectibles and I thought I would brag and post some pictures: Sorry to say in advance that this collection is not for sale. Full pic of collection: Kanohi/Helmets: Closeup of the top 3 rows. Got room for a Gold Hau and Platinum Avohkii up top and if you've got a Metru Red Huna for sale, let me know! : Kanohi Nuva: Krana: Krana "Va": Krana-Kal (Yes, I have two WMKK and a whole blank row for any GPKK I may get in the future): Kraata (With what I believe is an all gold misprint on the bottom): Kanoka - I am still missing a few, but I've currently got a few in the mail from Bricklink. Let me know if you've got a 416, 175, or Gold Kanoka that you're willing to sell. Not the greatest quality picture, but here's the UDD Kanoka and the Numberless Disk of Time: And finally, a sealed, unopened San Diego Comic Con edition of Vakama with an SDCC Kanoka that it was never released with: - Toa Lhikan Hordika
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i just want to share my crown jewel of my bionicle collection. (not quite the platinum one, but still the best prize i ever won) http://imgur.com/YTrEwwhats your favorite collectibe? Any idea what this bad boy is worth?
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So, a few questions regarding the Kanohi masks have been circulating in my head for a while, and I thought I'd address them here, for the fine folk of BZP to discuss. :)First of all, if a Kanohi mask can be forged in any shape (thank God for that), is there like a strict (inbuilt?) algorithm that dictates what a given Kanohi mask would look like when it turns from Great to Noble? If so, is it connected only to the mask's physical shape or does its power also play a role in the process? Say, if someone were to make a Great Kanohi Hau in the shape of a Great Kanohi Huna, and gave it to a Toa who would later become a Turaga, would the Great Hau that looks like a Great Huna become a Noble Hau that looks like a Noble Huna or what? And what if someone made a Great Kanohi Huna in the shape of a Noble Kanohi Huna, what would that look like if it turned Noble? Oh, and are there any circumstances that would allow a Noble mask to turn into a Great one?And what are the mechanics of a Kanohi mask being "transformed", i.e. basically undergoing a process that alters it into an entirely different Kanohi? Like in the Inika becoming the Mahri case.Furthermore, if Toa can use powerless/Matoran masks, as well as Great and Noble ones, tapping into each category's full potential, and Matoran have been seen to wear Great and Noble masks, but only being able to use their life-sustaining powers, could a Turaga wearing a Great Kanohi mask technically use it to a "Noble extent"? We've never seen a case like this in the story, but I think it would make sense.Moving on, Kanohi Nuva are formed by regular masks being exposed to EP, right? So I take it the Kanohi Nuva would also be split into several categories? Say, if a Turaga were destined to become a Turaga Nuva (or, more easily, if an already existing Toa Nuva became a Turaga), their masks would become Noble Nuva masks, correct? Which means pretty much Noble Kanohi that the wearer could share with those among them? But can only a "Nuva" being utilize a Kanohi Nuva, and if not, to what extent would a regular Kanohi-wearing being be able to actually use a Kanohi Nuva?The other thing that's been bothering me is, whatever is exposed to EP would either perish or transform, depending on its destiny (or lack thereof?), right? So what if I hypothetically came across the Kanohi Vahi, and tossed it into a pool of Energized Protodermis? What do you guys think the consequences would be in either scenario?EDIT: Hm, I just read on BS01 that the Kanohi Ignika could revert/restore a Turaga back to a Toa, so that's the perfect prerequisite for a Noble mask becoming Great.
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Right, so I saw some discussion of the Golden Kanohi over in the Nuva Symbol thread. Rather than continue it there, I figured it'd be better to make a dedicated topic for it, to avoid confusion ("Why is the title 'Nuva Symbols,' but they're talking about Golden Kanohi?") and to allow people who're more interested in Golden Kanohi than in Nuva Symbols to find this discussion more easily.To that end, discuss 2001's Golden Kanohi here. I'll start with some quotes from the other topic, as well as some of my own ideas: (Those were the two most noteworthy posts that I could see, but here's the topic in question if you think there's another post worth replying to.Now, as for my personal opinion? The Golden Kanohi gave two major advantages, versitality and the element of surprise. Katuko's post above covers both of these very well, so I don't think I need to go into those. The other advantage that comes to mind is accessibility - being able to access all of their Kanohi even if cut off from their Suva - though this is rare, and never actually came up on Mata Nui.Have at it!
