Moana 2 Gonna Be Wild: Uncovering the Graphic Legend of Māui's Demise

The anticipation for Moana 2 has been electrifying, especially as fans speculate about the possible plot twists and mythological elements the sequel might incorporate. A recent image circulating on social media has sparked discussions about one of the darker tales from Polynesian mythology, focusing on the legendary Māui's dramatic and macabre end.

The image in question shares an excerpt detailing the death of Māui, a famed figure in Polynesian lore. According to the text, Māui's final trick involved Hine-nui-te-pō, the goddess of death and the underworld. In a bold attempt to grant mankind immortality by "reversing the natural birth process," Māui transformed himself into a worm. His plan was to enter Hine-nui-te-pō's v***** and exit through her mouth while she slept. However, things took a grim turn when pōwakawaka (fantails) burst into laughter, awakening Hine-nui-te-pō. Enraged, she crushed Māui to death with the obsidian teeth in her v*****. This story now serves as a cautionary tale against r***.

The poignant tale has not only intrigued fans but also led to various reactions online. One user commented, "Kiwi here. The Piwakawaka are beautiful cheeky little birds that dance in the air with acrobatic manoeuvres. Their tail can literally fan out mid-air, acting like an air brake for them to quickly stop/turn, helping them catch bugs. Their chirps sound like little kissy sounds. So adorable! Funny to think these of all birds brought the great Māui to his end, and interesting for me that they are generally associated with death among the Maori People."

Others speculated on whether this mythological narrative will play a part in the plot of Moana 2. "Is this going to be the plot of Moana 2?" one user wondered, while another humorously remarked, "Moana 2 is going to be LIT."

The myth also ties into broader Polynesian culture and beliefs, with references to Māori and Hawaiian mythology. Another commenter noted, "That's specifically in Māori mythology, and Moana seems to lean more on Hawaiian mythology anyway."

The vivid and somewhat graphic account of Māui's demise has clearly resonated with many, leading to a blend of fascination and curiosity about how such ancient tales might be reinterpreted in modern storytelling, especially in a family-friendly Disney sequel.

As fans eagerly await more news on Moana 2, this intriguing legend of Māui's death adds another layer of depth and anticipation, promising a wild and potentially dark journey through Polynesian mythos.