Tahnok

Tahnok is a subspecies caste of the Bohrok.

History
The original Bohrok were created by the Great Beings with the purpose to destroy any vegetation on Mata Nui. Other Tahnok were created by dead Av-Matoran who were destined to evolve into Bohrok. These evolved Matoran also obtained the same purpose.

After being defeated by the Toa Mata, Teridax went into the room hiding the Bohrok and awakened them early. Takua wondered into the nest as well, but escaped.

The Tahnok then went around the island in their quest to clean the island. A swarm of Tahnok arrived in Po-Koro to help destroy it. Hafu tried knocking over statues to keep the Bohrok out, but the swarm later broke through, forcing the Matoran to evacuate.

The combined efforts of Kopaka, Pohatu, Onua, and Gali led to them trapping some Tahnok in the Tiro Canyon and stealing their Krana.

The Tahnok were put to sleep after the Toa Mata combined their powers to imprison the Bahrag. They were later awakened by the Toa Nuva when they were doing a list of things Axonn gave them to do. They later cleansed the island of Mata Nui by destroying all vegetation on it. The Tahnok then returned to the Bohrok nest to sleep.

Abilities and Traits
The Tahnok were tied to the element of fire and their Fire Shields could melt any substance.

Tahnok were quick workers. Despite their speed, they were still very methodical and knew the value of teamwork. When one of their team was hurt or in trouble, they would make sure it was safe before they continued their mission. While Bohrok were not naturally aggressive, the Tahnok were the least passive of the swarms. They angered easily and if threatened, struck immediately. They tended to act impulsively and were not as calculating as some of the other swarms.

Set Information

 * Tahnok was released in 2002.
 * Tahnok's set number was 8563 and had 40 pieces.