… In the time before time, the Great Spirit descended from the heavens, carrying us, the ones called the Matoran, to an island paradise. We were separate and without purpose, so the Great Spirit blessed us with the three virtues: unity, duty, and destiny. We embraced these gifts and, in gratitude, we named our island home Metru Nui.

But our happiness was not to last. The Great Spirit's brother, Makuta, was jealous of these honors and betrayed him. Makuta cast a spell over the Great Spirit, Mata Nui, who fell into a deep slumber. Makuta's power dominated the land, as fields withered away, sunlight grew cold, and ancient values were forgotten.

We fled our island home, and scattered across the Globe. We met new a new race, the Country-balls, who gave us their hospitality and care, and helped us recover. But Makuta still chased us wherever we settled, sending waves of darkness over the world.

Still, all hope was not lost. Legends told of six mighty heroes, the Toa, who would arrive to save Mata Nui. Time would reveal that these were not simply myths - for the Toa did appear on the shores of the Continents. They arrived with no memory, no knowledge of one another - but they pledged to defend The World and its inhabitants against the darkness.

But they did not come by themselves. Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Toa would gain an unexpected source of help. From 'humans', as they call themselves, they would, in time, prove crucial for the Toa in achieving their destinies...