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Significance of Motu Tabu (Forbidden Island)
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Motu Tabu, or Forbidden Island, is a location with a marae (sacred place) where the eaters-of-men make their sacrifices to the Varua Ino. The island on which Mafatu finds himself is unfortunately one such forbidden place. The marae is in a clearing on the island, and has a pyramid with an old idol at its center.