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House of 'I

 * Kumalae (1625 - 1679) - Chief of Hilo
 * Mokulani (1647 - 1688) - Chief of Hilo
 * Ululani (1669 - 1725) - Chief of Hilo
 * Keohohiwa (1691) - Chief of Hilo
 * Naihe
 * Ahu-a-ʻI (1649 - 1702) - Chief of Hilo - Piʻilaniwahine
 * Lonomaʻaikanaka (1667) - Keawe II - Aliʻi Nui of Hawaii

Turns
Hawaii: Upon his ascension to the throne several years prior, King Keaweʻīkekahialiʻiokamoku and several members of his family and court embarked on a tour of the Hawaiian islands, hoping to expand his already legendary reputation as a brave warrior and leader. He met with the Aliʻi nui of the other Hawaiian islands, hoping to foster further cooperation and trade among the Hawaiians. Returning to Hawaii, he learned that in his absence a dispute had broken out between his family and the powerful and independent ʻI family of Hilo, on the eastern half of the island. Seeking to preserve peace on the island, he married Lonomaʻikanaka, the daughter of Ahu-a-ʻI, and had his son Kalaninuiomamao married to Ahia, the granddaughter of Kuaʻana-a-ʻI and cousin to Kuahuia's son, Mokulani, ending the feud. The Hilo chiefs reaffirmed their allegiance to him, becoming one of the most influential and powerful chiefs under his control. This action brought the entirety of the island under the king’s control, as the culmination of over two centuries of centralization, begun by his ancestors in the early sixteenth century. After centuries of semi-regular meetings, in which a new system of administration had begun to take shape, in the capital city of Ka-luahine (OTL Pāhala), the chieftains of Hawaii are called to formally swear loyalty to the king. Additionally amendments to the laws of the island are created to reform the kingdom and further consolidation control under the king. The meeting of the many chiefs in the capital city, the king hopes, will set a precedent for cooperation in the centuries to come. The port in the capital is expanded, hoping to further facilitate trade among the islands and beyond, and plans are created for the creation of more advanced repair facilities to begin outfitting a more modern Hawaiian fleet of war canoes. Although Keaweʻīkekahialiʻiokamoku had thus far consolidated his rule over the island diplomatically, he begins training a loyal army in the capital, requesting that the chieftains send a portion of their forces to his disposal. The taxation system is expanded to facilitate this expansion, with the majority of these funds going toward infrastructure on the island. Specifically, the king orders a rotational system of crop harvesting, and a shared ownership of the lands, which will henceforth be under his absolute control, so that no chief can amass enough power to threaten the central government. Overall this leads to an expansion of farmlands and an overall greater yield of crops, with the central government receiving the largest yield.

Hawaii: The meeting of the chiefs of Hawai'i in the capital city of Ka-luahine concludes in the beginning of this year, and the chieftains of Hawaii return to their districts. As part of the Lokahi reforms, Keeaumoku Nui is considered the heir to Keawe II, despite being younger in age than Kalaninuiamamao. Despite being older, Kalaninuiamamao is ruled to be minor because of the distant relationship of his father and mother, unlike his brother Keeaumoku Nui, who was the son of Kalanikauleleiaiwi. Additionally Keeaumoku Nui's supremacy is solidified by his rank as a Piʻo chief, causing the noble class of Hawai'i to back him based on his prestige. Despite this, Kalaninuiamamao still swears loyalty to his father and brother, and is promised a large portion of land, principally consisting of the District of Kaʻū. This is all in an effort to enforce the new rules of succession laid down by Keawe II to limit infighting upon his descendants and across the island. Aside from the king, the two half-brothers become the two most powerful forces on the island, followed by Ahu-a-ʻI, Chief of Hilo, and father of Lonomaʻaikanaka, Keawe II's newest wife. Ahu-a-ʻI dies later that year, and is succeeded by his niece, Ululani. The administrative and agricultural reforms laid out by the king continue to take shape, while in the capital and other major settlements ports are under construction.

Hawaii: Infrastructure on the island of Hawaii continues to be improved with the additional funds from the king's tax. In particular agricultural land is expanded, and plans are made for a network of roads around the island, to improve transportation and communication throughout the kingdom. The construction of the war fleet continues, at this point becoming the largest in the islands. In the north of the island a shipwreck appears near Kailua, and the local chief Kalani Kama Keʻeaumoku-nui sends a detachment of soldiers to investigate. To his surprise the ship is discovered to be much larger than any ship ever seen in his lifetime. Of the surviving crew members of the ship, most are killed in a resulting brawl with Hawaiian men. The ship is raided and some equipment is seized, such as a few metal swords. Kalani Kama Keʻeaumoku-nui eventually pardons the remaining survivors, who attempt to adapt to Hawaiian life. Over the course of the year most of the survivors have died or married into Hawaiian society. Some of the women in contact with these sailors begin to contract lesions on their body (syphilis), and become outcasts of society or killed. (Note: this is rooted in OTL, as evidence shows that prior to contact with Europeans proper, Hawaiians already had contact with Syphilis. In-game they probably already have as well. Radiocarbon dating of Hawaiian remains possibly from as early as the fifteenth have confirmed that syphilis was present on the islands. Also James Cook's accounts confirm that the Hawaiians had some metal blades before he got there. I am not specifying where the shipwreck is from exactly, but even if you believe it is unlikely any European would shipwreck in the area based on the current state of trade routes in the region, there is evidence that Japanese ships shipwrecked in the area during this time anyway.) During a religious ceremony at the end of the year the Chief of Kona presents one of the swords to Keawe II, who treasures the gift. Largely isolated up to this point, and fascinated by the metal object, Keawe II orders groups of nalehia and some of the largest ships Hawaii has, to explore their surrounding area. Using traditional Polynesian navigational techniques, four groups set off. One group conducts a successful trade mission in Kaua'i and Ni'ihau, obtaining more information about islands to the west. The party reaches Nihoa, a small island containing only a few forests, and later Mokumanamana, which they explore in search of Menehune people, but come up empty handed. They return home, hoping to bring this information to Hawaii by early next year. In the meanwhile the other three groups discover little of note, and one of the groups disappears during a storm.

Hawaii: Infrastructure on the island of Hawaii continues to be improved with the additional funds from the king's tax. In particular agricultural land is expanded, and plans are made for a network of roads around the island, to improve transportation and communication throughout the kingdom. The construction of the war fleet continues, at this point becoming the largest in the islands. The trade group/exploration party from the northwestern islands of Hawaii returns and reports the current status of Nihoa and Mokumanamana to the king. Please with the findings, he orders additional voyages to follow up the first. Over the course of the year it is discovered that ten islands/atolls/mokupāpapa run to the northwest before the expedition turns back, although some ships venture further west confident that more islands will appear. Midway through the year Keawe II unexpectedly falls ill. Sensing that he is close to death, he assembles the nobles once more and have them swear fealty to his son, Keeaumoku Nui. Keeaumoku Nui relinquishes his title of Chief of Kona to his youngest brother, Kamehameha, in an attempt to appease the young and ambitious warrior. Kamehameha, already in possession of the valuable Waipio Valley, the young chief manages to seize control over the district of Hamakua through marriage with the new chieftess. Keawe II dies in his sleep later in the year, and Keeaumoku Nui is crowned Aliʻi Nui of Hawaii. Before he dies, Keawe II grants Kamehameha a prominent religious position, guardianship of the Hawaiian god of war, Kūkāʻilimoku. Although the most appropriate man for the position, due to his high prestige and mana, this causes a strain in the relationship between Kamehameha and his older brothers. Kamehameha uses his new position to make a dedication to the gods instead of the new king, further worsening relations. When Kamehameha manages to lift the legendary Naha Stone, many begin to flock to Kamehameha, claiming he is the fulfillment of prophecy, a notion that the king and other chiefs reject strongly. Those who do defend the young chief, primarily his vassals and relatives, call Kamehameha the Unifier Ka Na`i aupuni.

Hawaii: Infrastructure on the island of Hawaii continues to be improved with the additional funds from the king's tax. In particular agricultural land is expanded, and plans are made for a network of roads around the island, to improve transportation and communication throughout the kingdom. The construction of the war fleet continues, at this point becoming the largest in the islands. One of the king's exploration groups returns to Hawaii, having visited Kalama Atoll (Johnston Atoll), however they report that after sailing west from the island for several days they did not encounter any additional islands. Another trade mission is sent to the northwest, however, on its return voyage it is suddenly fired upon by Aliʻi nui Kekaulike, Moʻi of Maui. The king claims that earlier in the year Hawaiians from Kona had raided his southern shore, and this was in retribution. Keeaumoku Nui, unaware of any actions his more reckless brother may have taken, denies the allegations, but is also hesitant to attack his neighbor. The king notes that Kekaulike's uncle Kaeokulani rules Oʻahu, Lānaʻi, and Molokaʻi, and fears the combined forces of these islands would be difficult for the Hawaiians to match. Unbeknownst to the Hawaiian monarch, Kekaulike departs on a voyage to Kaua'i to visit his wife's home, taking a large portion of his army with him. When he stops in Waimanalo on O'ahu a fight breaks out between the king and his uncle, who claims Maui for himself. Kamehameha catches word of this from allies in Maui, and launches his own invasion without the support of the king. Kamehameha manages to capture the island, defeating the relatively small garrison left behind. Keeaumoku Nui begrudgingly raises an army to aid his brother, planning to attack O'ahu early the following year with 10,000 men and 1,000 war canoes. on O'ahu Kekaulike successfully defeats his uncle, but not without it taking a toll on his army. Unaware of the main invasion force still on Hawaii, Kekaulike splits his army in half and immediately sails to retake Maui.

Hawaii: Infrastructure on the island of Hawaii continues to be improved with the additional funds from the king's tax. In particular agricultural land is expanded, and plans are made for a network of roads around the island, to improve transportation and communication throughout the kingdom. The construction of the war fleet continues, at this point becoming the largest in the islands. After the success of the previous expedition to the southwest, a second expedition is dispatched, although smaller due to the outbreak of war in the islands. The group lands on Kalama Atoll again, before setting sail to the west. Due to the favorable currents and winds combined, the group manages to reach land (Marshall Islands) after about a month at sea. They follow an archipelago south before spending time on an island (Majuro), which they call Makana. Around this time a second group departs from Hawaii and proceeds directly south, eventually landing on an island (Kiritimati), where they rest and gather supplies. As they explore the island they find some temporary shelters and ruins already on the island. They call the island Moena, and continue south. They eventually land on an island (Kiribati) populated by natives, and the group successfully conducts some trade before returning north, taking with them a few of the natives as emissaries. In the Hawaiian Islands the army from O'ahu lands on Maui, initially beating back the Hawaiian army under Kamehameha. Kamehameha feigns retreat toward the south of the island, drawing out the enemy army. En route to O'ahu, Keeaumoku Nui lands near the site of this battle and marches with 10,000 reinforcements to Kamehameha's aid, successfully defeating the enemy forces in a decisive battle. Kekaulike is killed and sacrificed, and Keeaumoku Nui declares himself Aliʻi nui of Maui.

Hawaii: Infrastructure on the island of Hawaii continues to be improved with the additional funds from the king's tax. In particular agricultural land is expanded, and plans are made for a network of roads around the island, to improve transportation and communication throughout the kingdom. The construction of the war fleet continues, at this point becoming the largest in the islands. After the success of the previous expedition to the southwest, a second expedition is dispatched, although smaller due to the outbreak of war in the islands. The group lands on Kalama Atoll again, before setting sail to the west. Due to the favorable currents and winds combined, the group manages to reach land (Marshall Islands) after about a month at sea. They follow an archipelago south before spending time on an island (Majuro), which they call Makana. Around this time a second group departs from Hawaii and proceeds directly south, eventually landing on an island (Kiritimati), where they rest and gather supplies. As they explore the island they find some temporary shelters and ruins already on the island. They call the island Moena, and continue south. They eventually land on an island (Kiribati) populated by natives, and the group successfully conducts some trade before returning north, taking with them a few of the natives as emissaries. In the Hawaiian Islands the army from O'ahu lands on Maui, initially beating back the Hawaiian army under Kamehameha. Kamehameha feigns retreat toward the south of the island, drawing out the enemy army. En route to O'ahu, Keeaumoku Nui lands near the site of this battle and marches with 10,000 reinforcements to Kamehameha's aid, successfully defeating the enemy forces in a decisive battle. Kekaulike is killed and sacrificed, and Keeaumoku Nui declares himself Aliʻi nui of Maui.

Hawaii: Following the death of Kekaulike in battle the previous year, Keeaumoku Nui establishes a tentative rule over the island of Maui. This claim is contested, however, by the late king's uncle, Kaeokulani, King of O'ahu, who launches a naval invasion of Maui early in the year. Word reaches Maui that the king's brother, Kalaninuiamamao has raised his forces in rebellion, allying with the King of O'ahu, with support from the District of Puna and some supporters in Hilo. With the Hawaiian army split, Keeaumoku Nui suffers a minor defeat at the hands of Kaeokulani, and ultimately chooses to withdraw and regroup on Hawaii. Kamehameha, likewise withdraws to the settlement of Kawaihae in Kona, where he begins recruiting more warriors and training them for a second invasion. A respected kahuna named Kapoukahi approaches the chief and suggests he build a luakini heiau (sacrificial temple) to gain the favor of the war god Kūkaʻilimoku. Kamehameha agrees, and has his men work to create the Puʻukoholā Heiau, meaning "Temple on the Hill of the Whale". The temple is built with no mortar and relatively quickly, with the red stones transported by a human chain about fourteen miles long, from Pololū Valley to the east. In the meantime Kalaninuiamamao fights several skirmishes with his brother the king. By remaining out of the fighting, preoccupied with building the temple and also guarding the north of the island from attack, Kamehameha manages to appear neutral in the conflict. Kalaninuiamamao travels to Kawaihae toward the end of the year to secretly negotiate an alliance with his brother against the king, however when the chief arrives Kamehameha has his brother and his main supporters sacrificed. A battle breaks out, however it is almost completely one sided, with the majority of Kalaninuiamamao's men coming to Kamehameha's support in the end. A fleet from O'ahu finally arrives as the year is ending, by is intercepted by the king off the coast of Kahaluu. In the ensuing Battle of Kahaluu, primarily a naval engagement between two of Hawaii's largest fleets, the technologically and numerically superior fleet of Keeaumoku Nui manages to secure victory, however the king is wounded in the battle and orders his men back to shore, allowing Kaeokulani to flee to Maui. Haae-a-Mahi, brother of the late Alapaʻinuiakauaua of Kohala fights for Kaeokulani in the battle and is discovered to have been killed. The king rewards his cousin Kameʻeiamoku with the District of Puna, for his bravery shown during the naval battle.

Hawaii: The Hawaiian army recovers from the Battle of Kahaluu, and consolidates its forces for an invasion of Maui. As the army is preparing, Keeaumoku Nui falls ill from an infection of his wounds and dies. As a result Kamehameha is declared the Aliʻi nui of Hawaii, and takes over sole command of the invasion. Kamehameha's war fleet lands in Kahului a few kilometers from the base of ʻĪao Valley. Kaeokulani army, largely consisting of loyal chiefs from Maui, block entrance into the ʻĪao valley, beginning the battle. In the ensuing battle so many men are killed in rapid succession that the "damming of the waters" is caused by the corpses floating in the river. Kaeokulani is ultimately killed in battle by Kamehameha, causing his army to retreat. Those still loyal to the late Kaeokulani flee to O'ahu, where his son, Kahekili II, ascends to the throne. Kamehameha becomes Aliʻi nui of Maui, and begins consolidating his rule over the island, beginning by calling the chiefs of the various districts of Maui to swear their loyalty to him. A series of skirmishes, mostly on sea, continue throughout the later half of the year, in an effort to secure control over Kahoolawe, Lānaʻi, and Molokaʻi. Traders arrive back on the island of Hawaii, with information on a series of islands (Line Islands) which they used en route further south. Before stopping on Moena, where they built a temporary camp among the other ruins and shelters, they explored an atoll, which they called Palama Atoll (Palmyra Atoll), followed by two islands; Nawaomoku (Tabuaeran) and Hokulea (Teraina). The group then continued south, arriving at a cluster of islands. On the first (Tūpai), they did not find signs of a settlement, so they continued south landing an island the locals called Pora pora mai te pora (Bora Bora). After staying among the locals as guests for several months, the traders manage to learn a great deal about the politics of the island and those surrounding it. At the time of their arrival in Bora Bora the island is split between two rival chiefdoms. The northernmost chiefdom, in which they stay, is based around a settlement known as Faanui, consisting of families attached to the marae Farerua, while the southern chiefdom consists of the families of Nunue and Anau around the marae Vaiotaha, who is known as one of the most powerful in the region. The locals claim that further to the south there is an island known as Havai'i/Ra'iātea (Raiatea), which is often at odds with one or more of the Bora Bora Chiefdoms. In particular the natives on Bora Bora claim to have one of the largest armies, while Raiatea supposedly dominates in religion. The traders explore or receive information on several other islands (the rest of the Leeward Islands) before returning home.

Hawaii: A number of skirmishes are fought between Kamehameha and Kahekili II on and around the islands of Kahoolawe, Lānaʻi, and Molokaʻi. Kamehameha ultimately agrees to peace with O’ahu midway through the year, hoping to consolidate his rule over the newly conquered islands, and also give his army time to recover and replenish. The ruling class of Maui is greatly shifted, with nobles who were reluctant to support Kamehameha having their power diminished, and those who supported the Hawaiians being elevated in Maui society. A vast amount of land previously owned by dissident or now deceased nobles is seized by the king, including essentially all of Lānaʻi and Kahoolawe. The king offers his veterans sections of the land for free if they agree to move to the land with their families, leading to a colonization of the newly conquered islands by loyal Hawaiian families, and later others, who flock to follow the migration of the army. The farming techniques from the island of Hawaii proper are transferred west, leading to a greater harvest the following year. On Kahoolawe the settlement of Hakioawa grows into a town, while on Lānaʻi, Kahemano becomes the largest settlement on the island. The king himself travels to Kahemano beach to do some fishing, declaring the spot the best place in Hawaii for fishing, leading to rapid settlement of the island. On Maui towns such as Wailuku, Kahului, Lahaina, and Hana experience a boom in population, and the king orders that ports be constructed in these towns in the fashion of Hawaii proper, to further facilitate trade between the islands, and to facilitate the growing and recovering Hawaiian war fleet. With the war now over the king hopes to continue his late father’s policies of improvement and expansion, and orders that a royal road be constructed on Hawaii. Additionally he sends out the largest, most well armed and equipped, expedition to the southern islands to date. The group lands on Tūpai, which they call Kohola Atoll, and constructs a camp. They spend the next year exploring and trading across the islands. They spend time on Tahiti, where they manage to acquire breadfruit plants, which they bring back to Kohala Atoll. Hoping to create a more permanent outpost in the southern islands, they establish a farm of breadfruit, taro, and other plants near their camp. Similar trips are made to the islands in the west as well.