Bionicle: The Legend Reborn

Bionicle: The Legend Reborn

Year: 2009

Runtime: 80 mins

Language: English

Director: Mark Baldo

AdventureFantasyScience FictionAnimationAction

A new era must commence. Once the ruler of an entire universe, the Great Spirit Mata Nui is expelled from his own body, his essence sealed within the legendary Mask of Life as it drifts through space. The mask crashes on the distant world of Bara Magna, forging a new body for Mata Nui that thrusts him into the planet’s harsh, nearly barren landscape and its relentless battles.

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1

Exile and crash on Bara Magna

Mata Nui is betrayed by his brother Makuta Teridax and loses his colossal robotic body. His spirit is sealed in the Mask of Life and crash-lands on the barren world of Bara Magna. He fashions a new body, befriends a Scarabax beetle named Click, and is attacked by a Bone Hunter who sees him as a threat.

Immediately after exile Bara Magna
2

Arrival at Vulcanus and the Ackar alliance

Metus leads Mata Nui to the village of Vulcanus, where gladiatorial fights settle disputes between tribes. Mata Nui intervenes in a bout and earns the respect of Ackar, a seasoned Glatorian fighter. The encounter seeds an alliance that will reshape his quest.

Early in the journey Vulcanus
3

Ambush at Tajun and alliance tensions

Mata Nui, Ackar, and Kiina travel toward Tajun only to be ambushed by Bone Hunters and Skrall, who have formed an uneasy alliance. Tajun is destroyed, and the group suspects a traitor among their enemies due to unusually smart tactics. They rescue Gresh and discover evidence linking Mata Nui to Bara Magna, prompting Kiina to lead them to a cavern where Berix is found.

During Tajun journey Tajun and nearby cavern
4

Berix joins and weapon upgrades

In a cavern, Berix reveals himself and joins Mata Nui's group. Mata Nui uses the mask's power to repair and transform the Glatorians' weapons, increasing their combat effectiveness. The team prepares to push back against the Skrall-Bone Hunter threat.

After Berix joins Cavern near Tajun
5

Tesara rally: uniting villages

The team travels to Tesara, where Mata Nui helps unite the villages against the Skrall-Bone Hunter nexus. The combined force begins coordinating defenses and strikes to restore balance to Bara Magna. This marks a turning point in the war against their common enemies.

After Tajun ambush Tesara
6

Kiina suspects Berix; Metus captures them

Kiina grows suspicious of Berix's loyalties, but the real defector Metus proves more dangerous. Metus captures Kiina and Berix, revealing his duplicity and threatening the alliance. Mata Nui and the others must act quickly to rescue their companions.

During captivity Tesara (cavern)
7

Confrontation with Tuma and liberation

Mata Nui confronts the Skrall leader Tuma in a climactic clash and defeats him. By defeating Tuma, he frees Kiina and Berix from Metus's scheming. The victory reestablishes trust in Mata Nui's leadership and his quest against the Skrall.

Mid-battle Skrall fortress
8

Alliance against Skrall and Bone Hunters

Following the defeat of Tuma, Mata Nui teams up with Ackar and Gresh to confront the Skrall-Bone Hunter alliance. The combined forces push back their enemies and begin reclaiming the villages. This joint effort demonstrates Mata Nui's growing leadership and the unity of the Agori and Glatorians.

Climax Battlefront across Bara Magna
9

Metus's escape attempt and snake reveal

As the last of the foes falls, Metus tries to flee. Mata Nui uses his mask's power to transform Metus into a snake, exposing his true nature as a traitor. The act seals Metus's fate and vindicates Mata Nui's judgment.

End of battle Battlefield
10

Rebuilding and the Skrall shield map

The united communities and Scarabax beetles work to rebuild a large robotic body for Mata Nui. During the process, Mata Nui discovers a map etched on a Skrall shield, hinting at further adventures beyond Bara Magna. The team looks to the horizon and prepares for the next chapter.

Post-battle Rebuilding site on Bara Magna
11

Retake home: alliance to defeat Teridax

With the plan in motion, the Glatorians promise to support Mata Nui as he seeks to retake his home from Teridax. Mata Nui vows to reclaim what was lost and to lead his people toward a new era. The alliance between Agori, Glatorians, and Scarabax beetles signals a fresh start.

Future mission Bara Magna / homeworld

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