The Battle of Roxtus

The Battle of RoxtusRoxtusThe largest Agori village on Bara Magna and the seat of Tuma's Skrall, Roxtus was the centre of the Empire of the Skrall until Mata Nui defeated Tuma in single combat. was the fight at the SkrallSkrallA black-armored warrior species from Spherus Magna that dominated northern Bara Magna under Tuma's rule. stronghold that ended TumaTumaTuma rose from the survivors of the Baterra massacre to rule the Skrall Empire from Roxtus until Mata Nui defeated him in single combat.'s hold over the desert, exposed MetusMetusMetus was a transformed Agori from Spherus Magna who worked as a Glatorian recruiter. Originally a member of the Ice Tribe, he later joined the Rock Tribe. White and ice blue in coloration, Metus wielded an Ice Axe and an Ice Shield. as the traitor who had brought the SkrallSkrallA black-armored warrior species from Spherus Magna that dominated northern Bara Magna under Tuma's rule. and the Bone HuntersBone HunterDesert nomads of Bara Magna who raided for survival until their alliance with the Skrall nearly conquered the continent. together, and led to the union of the villages of Bara MagnaBara MagnaA desert world of tribal warfare and scarce resources, one of three landmasses that formed Spherus Magna.. It was fought inside and just outside the arena of RoxtusRoxtusThe largest Agori village on Bara Magna and the seat of Tuma's Skrall, Roxtus was the centre of the Empire of the Skrall until Mata Nui defeated Tuma in single combat. by Mata NuiMata NuiBuilt by the Great Beings to restore Spherus Magna, Mata Nui sustained an entire civilisation inside his body, was deposed by Teridax, and reclaimed his purpose as a mortal on Bara Magna. and the GlatorianGlatorianTribal warriors of Spherus Magna who settled disputes through arena combat, until the Skrall conquest enslaved most of them. and AgoriAgoriThe villager species of Bara Magna, organised by tribe and settlement, who governed their villages and lived by the Glatorian arena system. who came to his aid. (BIONICLE: The Legend Reborn)

Preconditions and the road to RoxtusRoxtusThe largest Agori village on Bara Magna and the seat of Tuma's Skrall, Roxtus was the centre of the Empire of the Skrall until Mata Nui defeated Tuma in single combat.#

The battle was where the threads of Mata NuiMata NuiBuilt by the Great Beings to restore Spherus Magna, Mata Nui sustained an entire civilisation inside his body, was deposed by Teridax, and reclaimed his purpose as a mortal on Bara Magna.'s time on Bara MagnaBara MagnaA desert world of tribal warfare and scarce resources, one of three landmasses that formed Spherus Magna. came together. TumaTumaTuma rose from the survivors of the Baterra massacre to rule the Skrall Empire from Roxtus until Mata Nui defeated him in single combat.'s SkrallSkrallA black-armored warrior species from Spherus Magna that dominated northern Bara Magna under Tuma's rule. had taken AteroAteroThe free city at the heart of Bara Magna, home to the Arena Magna and the Great Tournament, destroyed by Tuma and the Skrall during the opening match. during the Great Tournament, TajunTajunTajun was a village of the Water Tribe, situated on the banks of the Skrall River. had been found destroyed, and the wounded GreshGreshA young Glatorian of the Jungle Tribe who served Tesara and later joined the alliance that defended Bara Magna during its final crisis. had brought word that the Bone Hunters and Skrall had united. Mata Nui and his companions set out to warn the villages of the alliance and of a traitor among the Agori. (BIONICLE: The Legend Reborn; BIONICLE Glatorian 2: The Fall of Atero)

Before leaving Tajun, Mata NuiMata NuiBuilt by the Great Beings to restore Spherus Magna, Mata Nui sustained an entire civilisation inside his body, was deposed by Teridax, and reclaimed his purpose as a mortal on Bara Magna. used the Mask of LifeThe Mask of Life (Kanohi Ignika), explainedA failsafe forged by the Great Beings to recharge a god. It curses everyone who touches it, and by the end of Bionicle it had learned how to be a hero. to restore the weapons of AckarAckarVeteran Glatorian of the Fire Tribe and prime fighter for Vulcanus, Ackar served from the Core War through the defence of Spherus Magna., KiinaKiinaKiina is a Glatorian of the Water Tribe who served as the secondary Glatorian for the village of Tajun on Spherus Magna. Colored in shades of dark and light blue, she wielded a Vapor Trident and a Thornax Launcher in combat. Following the reformation of Spherus Magna, she continued to reside on the restored world., and GreshGreshA young Glatorian of the Jungle Tribe who served Tesara and later joined the alliance that defended Bara Magna during its final crisis., granting them elemental powers. At TesaraTesaraTesara is a location belonging to the Jungle Tribe, situated to the south of the White Quartz Mountains and to the north of the Dunes of Treason., Ackar called on the villages to unite. That night, BerixBerixBerix is an Agori of the Water Tribe who lived on Spherus Magna. A scavenger by trade, he is recognized by his blue and dark blue coloration and carries a Water Sword and shield. followed someone he suspected of being the traitor into the Hot Springs, Kiina followed him, and the two were surrounded by Bone HuntersBone HunterDesert nomads of Bara Magna who raided for survival until their alliance with the Skrall nearly conquered the continent., captured, and taken to RoxtusRoxtusThe largest Agori village on Bara Magna and the seat of Tuma's Skrall, Roxtus was the centre of the Empire of the Skrall until Mata Nui defeated Tuma in single combat.. When the news reached the others, Mata Nui resolved to go after them alone and left the Glatorian to defend Tesara. (BIONICLE: The Legend Reborn)

The duel#

KiinaKiinaKiina is a Glatorian of the Water Tribe who served as the secondary Glatorian for the village of Tajun on Spherus Magna. Colored in shades of dark and light blue, she wielded a Vapor Trident and a Thornax Launcher in combat. Following the reformation of Spherus Magna, she continued to reside on the restored world. and BerixBerixBerix is an Agori of the Water Tribe who lived on Spherus Magna. A scavenger by trade, he is recognized by his blue and dark blue coloration and carries a Water Sword and shield. were locked in one of Roxtus's hanging cages, talking gloomily about their futures, when they saw Mata NuiMata NuiBuilt by the Great Beings to restore Spherus Magna, Mata Nui sustained an entire civilisation inside his body, was deposed by Teridax, and reclaimed his purpose as a mortal on Bara Magna. walking toward the city. (BIONICLE: The Legend Reborn)

TumaTumaTuma rose from the survivors of the Baterra massacre to rule the Skrall Empire from Roxtus until Mata Nui defeated him in single combat. stood in the middle of the arena and blocked Mata Nui's way. Mata Nui proposed a one-on-one duel: if he won, his friends would be released. To avoid the shame of refusing, Tuma accepted, and the fight took place before the watching rock tribe and Bone Hunters. Tuma struck first and twice knocked Mata Nui to the ground. (BIONICLE: The Legend Reborn)

Mata NuiMata NuiBuilt by the Great Beings to restore Spherus Magna, Mata Nui sustained an entire civilisation inside his body, was deposed by Teridax, and reclaimed his purpose as a mortal on Bara Magna.'s tactic was specific. While Tuma roared to the crowd, Mata Nui noticed a wound on his back, left by a BaterraBaterraMechanical shapeshifters built by the Great Beings to end the Core War by killing every armed combatant on Spherus Magna, and the failsafe that never shut them down. attack as Tuma returned from a meeting with the Sisters of the SkrallSisters of the SkrallThe female Skrall faction, exiled from their males and armed with innate psionic powers that made them the true rulers of the Rock Tribe.. He warned Tuma of the dangers of arrogance, then used Tuma's own strength against him to strike the injury, struck it again as he drove the Skrall back, and, after being disarmed, leapt over a finishing blow and drove his elbow into the wound. TumaTumaTuma rose from the survivors of the Baterra massacre to rule the Skrall Empire from Roxtus until Mata Nui defeated him in single combat. fell unconscious, and Mata Nui took his shield and demanded his friends' release. (BIONICLE: The Legend Reborn; Empire of the Skrall)

The exposure of MetusMetusMetus was a transformed Agori from Spherus Magna who worked as a Glatorian recruiter. Originally a member of the Ice Tribe, he later joined the Rock Tribe. White and ice blue in coloration, Metus wielded an Ice Axe and an Ice Shield.#

MetusMetusMetus was a transformed Agori from Spherus Magna who worked as a Glatorian recruiter. Originally a member of the Ice Tribe, he later joined the Rock Tribe. White and ice blue in coloration, Metus wielded an Ice Axe and an Ice Shield. then appeared and revealed himself as the traitor. He congratulated Mata NuiMata NuiBuilt by the Great Beings to restore Spherus Magna, Mata Nui sustained an entire civilisation inside his body, was deposed by Teridax, and reclaimed his purpose as a mortal on Bara Magna. on defeating TumaTumaTuma rose from the survivors of the Baterra massacre to rule the Skrall Empire from Roxtus until Mata Nui defeated him in single combat. and explained that it was he who had banded the rock tribe and the Bone HuntersBone HunterDesert nomads of Bara Magna who raided for survival until their alliance with the Skrall nearly conquered the continent. together, and that they were stronger under one ruler: himself. Asked why he had turned against the other Agori, Metus replied that they had done nothing for him. (BIONICLE: The Legend Reborn)

Realising Metus would order an attack, Mata NuiMata NuiBuilt by the Great Beings to restore Spherus Magna, Mata Nui sustained an entire civilisation inside his body, was deposed by Teridax, and reclaimed his purpose as a mortal on Bara Magna. told ClickClickThe Scarabax beetle whose touch on the Ignika turned him into Mata Nui's scarab shield, and who travelled with Mata Nui across Bara Magna., the ScarabaxScarabaxSmall desert beetles of Bara Magna, welcomed as helpful scavengers by most Agori but dismissed as vermin by the Skrall. beetle on his shoulder, to flee. Click dug underground, barely escaping when Metus slammed Kiina's dual-headed vapor trident into the ground to kill him. Metus then ordered the forces surrounding the arena to attack. (BIONICLE: The Legend Reborn)

The cage, the swarm, and the field engagement#

Before they could carry out the order, a gigantic being rose above a nearby hill, sending SkrallSkrallA black-armored warrior species from Spherus Magna that dominated northern Bara Magna under Tuma's rule. and Bone HuntersBone HunterDesert nomads of Bara Magna who raided for survival until their alliance with the Skrall nearly conquered the continent. alike running for cover; writer Greg Farshtey later said the Skrall took it for a Baterra. While the panic spread, Mata NuiMata NuiBuilt by the Great Beings to restore Spherus Magna, Mata Nui sustained an entire civilisation inside his body, was deposed by Teridax, and reclaimed his purpose as a mortal on Bara Magna. moved to rescue KiinaKiinaKiina is a Glatorian of the Water Tribe who served as the secondary Glatorian for the village of Tajun on Spherus Magna. Colored in shades of dark and light blue, she wielded a Vapor Trident and a Thornax Launcher in combat. Following the reformation of Spherus Magna, she continued to reside on the restored world. and BerixBerixBerix is an Agori of the Water Tribe who lived on Spherus Magna. A scavenger by trade, he is recognized by his blue and dark blue coloration and carries a Water Sword and shield.. (BIONICLE: The Legend Reborn)

Two elite SkrallSkrallA black-armored warrior species from Spherus Magna that dominated northern Bara Magna under Tuma's rule. blocked his way. Mata NuiMata NuiBuilt by the Great Beings to restore Spherus Magna, Mata Nui sustained an entire civilisation inside his body, was deposed by Teridax, and reclaimed his purpose as a mortal on Bara Magna. grabbed TumaTumaTuma rose from the survivors of the Baterra massacre to rule the Skrall Empire from Roxtus until Mata Nui defeated him in single combat.'s shield and threw it. The elites dodged, but the spinning blades struck the chain holding up the cage. The cage fell, narrowly missing the two Skrall, and broke open on landing, freeing KiinaKiinaKiina is a Glatorian of the Water Tribe who served as the secondary Glatorian for the village of Tajun on Spherus Magna. Colored in shades of dark and light blue, she wielded a Vapor Trident and a Thornax Launcher in combat. Following the reformation of Spherus Magna, she continued to reside on the restored world. and BerixBerixBerix is an Agori of the Water Tribe who lived on Spherus Magna. A scavenger by trade, he is recognized by his blue and dark blue coloration and carries a Water Sword and shield.. (BIONICLE: The Legend Reborn)

The giant on the hill then fell apart, revealing itself to be made of many ScarabaxScarabaxSmall desert beetles of Bara Magna, welcomed as helpful scavengers by most Agori but dismissed as vermin by the Skrall. beetles, which tunnelled underground as the other GlatorianGlatorianTribal warriors of Spherus Magna who settled disputes through arena combat, until the Skrall conquest enslaved most of them. and a group of AgoriAgoriThe villager species of Bara Magna, organised by tribe and settlement, who governed their villages and lived by the Glatorian arena system. appeared, armed and ready for battle. Mata NuiMata NuiBuilt by the Great Beings to restore Spherus Magna, Mata Nui sustained an entire civilisation inside his body, was deposed by Teridax, and reclaimed his purpose as a mortal on Bara Magna. gave BerixBerixBerix is an Agori of the Water Tribe who lived on Spherus Magna. A scavenger by trade, he is recognized by his blue and dark blue coloration and carries a Water Sword and shield. a shield, and the three jumped down to join the fight. Mata Nui and KiinaKiinaKiina is a Glatorian of the Water Tribe who served as the secondary Glatorian for the village of Tajun on Spherus Magna. Colored in shades of dark and light blue, she wielded a Vapor Trident and a Thornax Launcher in combat. Following the reformation of Spherus Magna, she continued to reside on the restored world. knocked two Bone HuntersBone HunterDesert nomads of Bara Magna who raided for survival until their alliance with the Skrall nearly conquered the continent. from their rock steeds, while Berix landed backwards on a third steed, which bucked about and kicked away the Bone Hunters who came for him, until Berix threw up his arms in a cheer and knocked the last one out with his shield. (BIONICLE: The Legend Reborn)

The pursuit of Metus#

Mata Nui, AckarAckarVeteran Glatorian of the Fire Tribe and prime fighter for Vulcanus, Ackar served from the Core War through the defence of Spherus Magna., KiinaKiinaKiina is a Glatorian of the Water Tribe who served as the secondary Glatorian for the village of Tajun on Spherus Magna. Colored in shades of dark and light blue, she wielded a Vapor Trident and a Thornax Launcher in combat. Following the reformation of Spherus Magna, she continued to reside on the restored world., and GreshGreshA young Glatorian of the Jungle Tribe who served Tesara and later joined the alliance that defended Bara Magna during its final crisis. fought together against the Skrall and Bone Hunters, using their new elemental powers. When Mata Nui spotted Metus trying to slip away, he told the others to hold the line and went after him. (BIONICLE: The Legend Reborn)

MetusMetusMetus was a transformed Agori from Spherus Magna who worked as a Glatorian recruiter. Originally a member of the Ice Tribe, he later joined the Rock Tribe. White and ice blue in coloration, Metus wielded an Ice Axe and an Ice Shield. had reached his ThornatusThornatusDesert transport for Agori and Glatorian, built for Bara Magna's rough terrain and easily modified for combat., guarded by two elite SkrallSkrallA black-armored warrior species from Spherus Magna that dominated northern Bara Magna under Tuma's rule.. Seeing Mata NuiMata NuiBuilt by the Great Beings to restore Spherus Magna, Mata Nui sustained an entire civilisation inside his body, was deposed by Teridax, and reclaimed his purpose as a mortal on Bara Magna. coming, he ordered them to attack and drove off while Mata Nui defeated them. (BIONICLE: The Legend Reborn)

MetusMetusMetus was a transformed Agori from Spherus Magna who worked as a Glatorian recruiter. Originally a member of the Ice Tribe, he later joined the Rock Tribe. White and ice blue in coloration, Metus wielded an Ice Axe and an Ice Shield. soon found two angry VoroxVoroxThe warrior caste of the Sand Tribe, reduced to feral pack hunters in the wastes of Bara Magna after the collapse of their civilisation in the Core War. in his path. He shouted for them to move; they ignored him and tipped the ThornatusThornatusDesert transport for Agori and Glatorian, built for Bara Magna's rough terrain and easily modified for combat. over. Metus fell out of the cockpit and skidded to a stop at Mata NuiMata NuiBuilt by the Great Beings to restore Spherus Magna, Mata Nui sustained an entire civilisation inside his body, was deposed by Teridax, and reclaimed his purpose as a mortal on Bara Magna.'s feet. Mata Nui held him up by the throat, eye to eye, and Metus offered him anything he wanted. Mata Nui ignored the offer, touched Metus's forehead to his own, and the power of the Mask of LifeThe Mask of Life (Kanohi Ignika), explainedA failsafe forged by the Great Beings to recharge a god. It curses everyone who touches it, and by the end of Bionicle it had learned how to be a hero. transformed him into a serpent-like creature. Mata Nui threw him to the ground, telling him his new form showed what he really was, and the former Agori slithered away, vowing that the Skrall and Bone Hunters would defeat Mata Nui and his friends. (BIONICLE: The Legend Reborn)

The combined elemental strike#

After dealing with MetusMetusMetus was a transformed Agori from Spherus Magna who worked as a Glatorian recruiter. Originally a member of the Ice Tribe, he later joined the Rock Tribe. White and ice blue in coloration, Metus wielded an Ice Axe and an Ice Shield., Mata Nui was struck by inspiration and hurried back to his friends, telling them they could win if they stood together. They placed their weapons together and charged up their powers, Mata Nui adding the Mask of LifeThe Mask of Life (Kanohi Ignika), explainedA failsafe forged by the Great Beings to recharge a god. It curses everyone who touches it, and by the end of Bionicle it had learned how to be a hero.'s own power, and the blast knocked all of the SkrallSkrallA black-armored warrior species from Spherus Magna that dominated northern Bara Magna under Tuma's rule. and Bone HuntersBone HunterDesert nomads of Bara Magna who raided for survival until their alliance with the Skrall nearly conquered the continent. to the ground. The enemy began to retreat. (BIONICLE: The Legend Reborn)

The union of the villages#

The battle closed with a political act. IconoxIconoxIconox is a village of the Ice Tribe, situated in the White Quartz Mountains., VulcanusVulcanusThe Fire Tribe's settlement on Bara Magna, caught between resources and threats., TesaraTesaraTesara is a location belonging to the Jungle Tribe, situated to the south of the White Quartz Mountains and to the north of the Dunes of Treason., and TajunTajunTajun was a village of the Water Tribe, situated on the banks of the Skrall River. united, and Mata NuiMata NuiBuilt by the Great Beings to restore Spherus Magna, Mata Nui sustained an entire civilisation inside his body, was deposed by Teridax, and reclaimed his purpose as a mortal on Bara Magna. declared AckarAckarVeteran Glatorian of the Fire Tribe and prime fighter for Vulcanus, Ackar served from the Core War through the defence of Spherus Magna. the first leader of the united villagers. The union later took physical form when the tribes joined their villages into a single mega-villageUnited VillageThe mega-village built from the main structures of Tesara, Tajun, Vulcanus, Roxtus, and Iconox after the Battle of Roxtus, which proved to be the Prototype Robot Mata Nui used to confront Teridax.. (BIONICLE: The Legend Reborn; BIONICLE Glatorian 6: All That Glitters)

In the quiet after, BerixBerixBerix is an Agori of the Water Tribe who lived on Spherus Magna. A scavenger by trade, he is recognized by his blue and dark blue coloration and carries a Water Sword and shield. pulled out a small object he had found in the Great BeingsThe Great BeingsScholar-inventors of Spherus Magna whose creations shaped the Matoran Universe and whose absence defined the conflicts that followed.' secret lab beneath TajunTajunTajun was a village of the Water Tribe, situated on the banks of the Skrall River.. One face showed the Great Spirit and the symbol of the Three VirtuesThe Three VirtuesThe Three Virtues were the foundational principles given by Mata Nui to the Matoran, shaping social order, ritual, and the cosmology of Spherus Magna.. GreshGreshA young Glatorian of the Jungle Tribe who served Tesara and later joined the alliance that defended Bara Magna during its final crisis. turned it over to reveal the image found on the SkrallSkrallA black-armored warrior species from Spherus Magna that dominated northern Bara Magna under Tuma's rule. saw blade shields. Mata Nui declared it a map that would help him solve the riddle of their origin, and set out to follow it with Kiina, Berix, Ackar, and Gresh. (BIONICLE: The Legend Reborn)

Consequences#

Without their leader, the SkrallSkrallA black-armored warrior species from Spherus Magna that dominated northern Bara Magna under Tuma's rule. scattered and the rock tribe broke apart. The elite warrior StroniusStroniusAn Elite Skrall who earned his name by proving he was worth remembering. gathered a band of Skrall, which he later led into the fighting when TeridaxTeridaxTeridax orchestrated a thousand-year scheme that ended with him occupying the Great Spirit Robot itself before his death on Bara Magna. brought the giant robot to Bara MagnaBara MagnaA desert world of tribal warfare and scarce resources, one of three landmasses that formed Spherus Magna.. (BIONICLE: Mata Nui's Guide to Bara Magna; BIONICLE: Journey's End; BIONICLE Glatorian 7: Rebirth)

The political consequence was the united villages of Bara MagnaBara MagnaA desert world of tribal warfare and scarce resources, one of three landmasses that formed Spherus Magna., whose mega-village would later shelter the pieces of the Great Beings' prototype robot that Mata Nui used to face TeridaxTeridaxTeridax orchestrated a thousand-year scheme that ended with him occupying the Great Spirit Robot itself before his death on Bara Magna.. The afternoon at RoxtusRoxtusThe largest Agori village on Bara Magna and the seat of Tuma's Skrall, Roxtus was the centre of the Empire of the Skrall until Mata Nui defeated Tuma in single combat. set the stage for the reformation of Spherus MagnaSpherus MagnaA desert world of ancient conflict that became the merger point of the Matoran Universe and Bionicle's true endpoint.. (BIONICLE: The Legend Reborn; BIONICLE Glatorian 6: All That Glitters)