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Taiaha
A taiaha ((:ˈtaiaha)) is a traditional weapon of the Māori of New Zealand. It is a close-quarters staff weapon made from either wood or whalebone and used for short, sharp strikes or stabbing thrusts with quick footwork on the part of the wielder. Taiaha are usually between in length. It has three main parts; the ''arero'' (tongue), used for stabbing the opponent and parrying; the ''upoko'' (head), the base from which the tongue protrudes; and the ''ate'' (liver) or ''tinana'' (body), the long flat blade which is also used for striking and parrying.
==Use==
Mau rākau is the martial art that teaches the use of the taiaha and other Māori weapons in combat. As with other martial arts styles, students of the taiaha spend years mastering the skills of timing, balance and co-ordination necessary to wield the weapon effectively. The taiaha is widely known due to its use in the ''wero'' — the traditional Māori challenge during the pōwhiri, a formal welcoming ceremony. A ''wero'' is commonly given to heads of state and visiting dignitaries welcomed to New Zealand.
The taiaha is one of many cultural items which are used to introduce children in school to Māori culture. They are also used in present-day kapa haka competitions, and training with the taiaha is seen as part of the Māori cultural revival.
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