Tapiha

The Tapiha family story is one of ambition, resilience, and strategic prowess, spanning generations and transforming from warriors to rulers. Their journey began in the turbulent Age of Destruction, with Kaita Tapiha playing a pivotal role in their rise to power. Under the command of General Whanuï, Kaita was tasked with eliminating the Pukuri family, the then-rulers of Whare Moana. Kaita's successful coup set the stage for the Tapiha family's ascendancy. Aric Tapiha, Kaita's son, became a legendary figure in his own right. As a general and personal protector, Aric was instrumental in consolidating the family's power. His marriage to Liora Tapiha - Carcan produced two sons, Eamon Tapiha and Kaelin Tapiha, who would carry the family's legacy forward. The tradition of a sworn protector, descended from Aric, was established, ensuring the Tapiha rulers were always guarded by their kin.
Kristella Tapiha, Kaita's daughter, was a formidable leader. After the overthrow of the Pukuri family, Kristella ruled Whare Moana with intelligence and strategic acumen. Her reign was marked by stability and growth, a significant achievement during the chaotic Age of Destruction. She had three children: Trista Tapiha, Fiktor Tapiha, and Fronk Tapiha. Each played crucial roles in the family's legacy. Trista followed in her mother's footsteps, ruling with fairness and maintaining the family's influence. Fiktor chronicled the family's history, while Fronk, a warrior like his uncle Aric, sacrificed his life in battle, embodying the family's martial spirit.
As the Age of Destruction waned, the Tapiha family found themselves at a crossroads. Urco Tapiha, grandson of Kristella, sought a new path for the family. Urco, inspired by the ideals of order and structure, secretly aligned with the emerging Yimo Xa Ku - The Empire of Order. This risky but visionary move paid off when the Empire's forces saved Whare Moana from destruction by General Whanui's army. Urco's support for the Divine Conquest for Order earned the Tapiha family the favor of the new Emperor, leading to their relocation and rise in Marhumbi.
Marhumbi, initially a small village, blossomed under the Tapiha family's stewardship. The keys to the city were gifted to Urco by the Emperor in recognition of his loyalty and strategic contributions. Urco and his descendants, particularly his son Wahuxi Tapiha, transformed Marhumbi into a thriving city. Wahuxi's economic acumen and dedication to order and control catalyzed the city's rapid expansion. Marhumbi became a bustling hub of trade, bolstered by the discovery of rare materials in the neighboring Khwati Murhi jungle and Shavakulu mountains.
Wahuxi's reign was marked by the continuation of the family's commitment to the Empire of Order. His sister, Liorana, supported his efforts, and together they solidified the family's influence in the region. Wahuxi's son, Rian, upheld the family tradition as the sworn protector, alongside his sister Arin, an aspiring scholar and future advisor.
The Tapiha family's legacy is a testament to their adaptability and strategic vision. From their origins as warriors in Whare Moana to their reign over the prosperous city of Marhumbi, the Tapiha lineage has navigated through chaos and order, leaving an indelible mark on the history of Pludeo. Their story is one of enduring strength, intelligence, and unwavering commitment to their ideals and family traditions.

Family overview

The Tapiha family is a lineage marked by resilience, adaptability, leadership, and a steadfast commitment to both tradition and progressive governance. Originating in Whare Moana, the family has played a crucial role in the region's history, evolving from local rulers to influential figures in the larger Yimo Xa Ku - The Empire of Order. Currently the Tapiha's are the rullers of Marhumbi. Here's an overview of the Tapiha family, starting from the patriarch Kaita Tapiha and extending through several generations:

First Generation:

Kaita Tapiha

Second Generation:

Aric Tapiha
Kristella Tapiha
Zylnala Tapiha

Third Generation:

Eamon Tapiha - Son of Aric
Kaelin Tapiha - Son of Aric

Trista Tapiha - Daughter of Kristella
Fronk Tapiha - Son of Kristella
Fiktor Tapiha - Son of Kristella

Fourth Generation:

Rico Tapiha - Son of Eamon

Ciary Tapiha - Son of Trista
Inomi Tapiha - Daughter of Trista

Fifth Generation:

Gareth Tapiha - Son of Rico
Elara Tapiha - Daughter of Rico

Urco Tapiha - Son of Ciary

Sixt Generation:

Orin Tapiha - Son of Gareth
Liora Tapiha II - Daughter of Gareth

Wahuxi Tapiha - Son of Urco
Liorana Tapiha - Daugther of Urco

Seventh Generation:

Rian Tapiha - Son of Orin
Kael Tapiha - Son of Orin
Arin Tapiha - Daughter of Orin

Elian Tapiha - Son or Wahuxi

After The Tapihas rise to leadership, the leaders of Whare Moana, and later Marhumbi, have always been descendants of Kristella Tapiha, while their protectors, sworn to safeguard them, have descended from Aric Tapiha.

Demonym

Tapiha's

Family Leader

Kaita Tapiha