Chief of War Season 1‘s ending depicted one of the best finales in a long time as it went all-in into the war, delivered some brutal consequences, and even left behind enough to set up another season without being ambiguous about the ending of the first season. One of the things that fans must be wondering at the end of Chief of War is the fate of Jason Momoa’s Ka’iana.
So does Ka’iana die or come out triumphant? Here is a breakdown.
Does Jason Momoa’s Ka’iana die in Chief of War’s ending?
No, Momoa’s character Ka’iana doesn’t die in Chief of War Season 1.
Drawn from real history, the final episode of Chief of War delves into the war preparations, something the show absolutely nails, and the eventual war that takes place in an active volcanic field. Ka’iana leads Kamehameha’s forces against Keoua. As the episode nears its conclusion, with a bloody carnage surrounding all the major characters, Kaʻiana ultimately faces off with Keoua at the end of the episode.
But a defining moment occurs just when Ka’iana is about to kill Keoua. Before Ka’iana can kill Keoua, a lava eruption takes place. This eruption kills Keoua and even afflicts Ka’iana. It also brings the battle to an end. The eruption injures Ka’iana, but he manages to survive the battle.
So, no, Jason Momoa’s Ka’iana does not die in Chief of War’s Season 1 finale.
After Keoua’s death, Kamehameha emerges victorious in this battle. Kaʻahumanu is also given a position in Kamehameha’s council, and the wounded Kupuohi is saved by Namake. The season concludes with the news of Keoua’s death and Kamehameha’s win reaching Kahekili. The ending sees Kahekili preparing to declare war against Hawaiʻi.
So, despite Momoa’s Ka’iana leading his side to victory, the victory comes with consequences and leaves room open enough for the second season to explore.
