Toa of Sonics
They're rarer than other Toa, and the reason reveals a dark joke built into Bionicle itself.
JerbrazJerbrazJerbraz is an invisible member of the Order of Mata Nui. He is based on Spherus Magna and carries an Invisible Sword as his tool. once noted something grim about Toa of Sonics in Brothers in Arms: the reason they're rarely encountered is that they are vulnerable to their own power, a limitation apparently built in by the Great Beings as something of a cosmic joke. That paradox sits at the heart of this rare warrior class. Toa of Sonics are Toa who've wielded the Element of Sonics, commanding sound itself as their weapon and defense. They're uncommon for good reason.
What They Are#
Toa of Sonics are MatoranMatoranThe most abundant species in the Matoran Universe, chosen by Mata Nui to inhabit and maintain his cosmic body. who've been transformed into the Toa hero class and granted the power to wield Sonics (one of the fundamental elements of the MatoranMatoranThe most abundant species in the Matoran Universe, chosen by Mata Nui to inhabit and maintain his cosmic body. Universe). Typically, those chosen for this path begin as De-MatoranDe-MatoranMatoran with Sonics powers who valued silence so deeply that they didn't welcome Toa and the conflict they bring., members of the darkness-dwelling villages. Like all Toa, they're bound by the code and purpose of protecting the MatoranMatoranThe most abundant species in the Matoran Universe, chosen by Mata Nui to inhabit and maintain his cosmic body., though the specific application of sonic power creates unique challenges.
The Built-In Limitation#
The defining paradox of a Toa of Sonics is their vulnerability to their own power. Sonic energy is inherently difficult to contain and control. Their own elemental attacks rebound on them as easily as they reach enemies. This fundamental limitation was apparently a deliberate choice by the Great Beings. Losing a KanohiKanohiMasks that grant powers and sustain life, they're the most vital artifact in the Matoran Universe. compounds the problem, halving their elemental strength entirely.
KrakuaKrakuaA Toa of Sonics from De-Koro who served the Order of Mata Nui and delivered a devastating prophecy to Vakama.: The Known Example#
KrakuaKrakuaA Toa of Sonics from De-Koro who served the Order of Mata Nui and delivered a devastating prophecy to Vakama. is the most documented Toa of Sonics in recorded history. He first appears in VakamaVakamaA Ta-Metru maskmaker transformed into the Toa Metru of Fire, leader of his team through the Visorak war, and Turaga of Ta-Koro for a thousand years.'s vision during Time TrapTime TrapVakama's solo descent into the Silver Sea to recover the Mask of Time, his capture by the Dark Hunter Voporak, the Teridax illusion that followed, and the three-way struggle over the Vahi between Vakama, the Shadowed One, and Teridax., describing a prophecy of six heroes facing unimaginable darkness. Years later, TakanuvaTakanuvaHidden among the Ta-Matoran as Takua, the disguised Av-Matoran who became Takanuva was the sole Toa of Light produced in the Matoran Universe's full history. encounters both KrakuaKrakuaA Toa of Sonics from De-Koro who served the Order of Mata Nui and delivered a devastating prophecy to Vakama. and the Toa of WaterToa of WaterToa of Water were rare heroes who commanded water power, typically selected from the Ga-Matoran people. HelryxHelryxHelryx was the first Toa created by the Great Beings, founder of the Order of Mata Nui, and commander of its covert war against the Brotherhood of Makuta. deep in the Archives, where they deliver a crucial message for the Toa NuvaToa NuvaThe form the Toa Mata took after stepping into the Energized Protodermis beneath the Bahrag, with new masks, new tools, and the elemental scale to fight Karda Nui.. When called upon for the final battles, KrakuaKrakuaA Toa of Sonics from De-Koro who served the Order of Mata Nui and delivered a devastating prophecy to Vakama. fights alongside VakamaVakamaA Ta-Metru maskmaker transformed into the Toa Metru of Fire, leader of his team through the Visorak war, and Turaga of Ta-Koro for a thousand years., his sonic attacks proving effective against RahkshiRahkshiArmor suits powered by parasitic Kraata, Rahkshi were Teridax's most effective soldiers and among Bionicle's most visually iconic early enemies. despite his initial doubts about the plan.
Rarity and Destiny#
The scarcity of Toa of Sonics in the Matoran UniverseMatoran UniverseA civilization of biomechanical beings living inside a colossal robot, destroyed when Teridax seized control. reflects both their inherent limitations and the selectivity of the transformation process. Not every De-MatoranDe-MatoranMatoran with Sonics powers who valued silence so deeply that they didn't welcome Toa and the conflict they bring. is suitable for wielding such dangerous power. Should a Toa of Sonics fulfill their destiny fully, they're offered the option of sacrificing their Toa power to become a TuragaTuragaFormer Toa who fulfilled their destiny and transformed into leaders. Turaga wield Noble Kanohi masks and weakened elemental powers, guiding their communities. of Sonics, stepping into a mentorship role and ceding their warrior status. This path represents a deliberate choice to pass the burden to others.
Compiled from primary sources by Lore Fortress editorial. Reviewed by Joe Garratt, Editor-in-Chief.
Sources
- WikiToa of Sonics — Overview of the Toa of Sonics class and abilities
- BookBIONICLE Legends 10: Swamp of Secrets — Takanuva encounters Krakua and Helryx in the Archives
- BookBIONICLE Adventures 10: Time Trap — Vakama's vision of Krakua as a future Toa of Sonics
- SerialDestiny War — Krakua fights during the climactic battle
- SerialBrothers in Arms — Jerbraz on why Toa of Sonics are rare and vulnerable
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