You can’t deny Ka’iana pulling a gun on Keōua in Chief of War was a treat for Jason Momoa fans

Jason Momoa’s passion project, Chief of War, is not just a show about the unification of the Hawaiian Islands, but also about the dedication of the whole team of the series put into creating this masterpiece.

There is a distinct historical accuracy in Chief of War, which has been curated to keep the show as close to history as possible.

The sixth episode of the series depicts Momoa’s Ka’iana and his wife, Kupuohi, meeting Keōua to make him follow the path of peace instead of war. However, just like Ka’iana said, Keōua is a man of war. Hence, things did not turn out so well. The scene in Chief of War episode 6, where Jason Momoa’s Ka’iana pulls out his gun on Keōua after he constantly triggers him with condescending words, is truly remarkable.

The scene is a powerful moment depicting the start of the complexity of the war that would unfold. For Jason Momoa fans, seeing Ka’iana pull his gun was nothing short of a visual treat.

Why did Ka’iana pull a gun on Keōua in Chief of War?

If Keōua had accepted Ka’iana and Kupuohi’s peace proposal, things wouldn't have turned out so sour for them. However, right when Ka’iana and Kupuohi arrived, Keōua began to speak to Ka’iana condescendingly, pointing out that he spoke the language of the “paleskins” and used their weapons. He then adds,

“He is the pet of a new master.”

This makes Ka’iana pull out his gun, but this does not make Keōua stop. Rather Keōua, he goes on to say,

“Kamehameha has my father’s War God, but where is your worship Ka’iana? In the Gods or in the Paleskin’s weapons?"

Ka’iana, pointing the gun with his domineering presence, creates a grim atmosphere. It makes us wonder about what his actions would be in the future. It also sets the tone for the series, as in history, Ka’iana is known for his betrayal.

This pivotal moment highlights Ka’iana’s internal conflict in a nuanced manner. Only Kupuohi’s presence helps him maintain his composure in this moment. The gun is a representation of a new kind of power. Along with this scene, the scene that is correspondingly shown is how Tony teaches how to use guns.

This is an amazing example of the dramatization of a key historical moment in Chief of War. This is truly an indication of how the dedication of the creators of the show paid off. The complex political and social dynamics with which Chief of War depicts the storyline perfectly capture the historical significance of the events that led to the unification of the Hawaiian Islands.

Though Kupuohi tried her best to make Keōua follow the path of peace, she was unsuccessful.

The next episode of the series will be released on September 5.

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