Stories abound throughout Hawaiian history of successes and failures due to neglect of kapu by chief or commoner. Greed, laziness, jealousy, contempt, and arrogance were all negative forces that directly affected team balance. If found amongst the chiefs or the commoners, serious consequences were sure to follow. Remedy had to be quick even though it was cruel. The team was paramount and nothing else could stand in the way of its success.
Some stories follow.
He was a cruel and stingy tyrant. He was oppressive and ambitious and in time was at war with his neighboring chiefs. One night during a battle campaign, when the chief was asleep, his warrior on the night watch allowed the enemy inside the compound and Haka was slain. The chief that they chose was Mailikukahi. This choice proved to be an excellent one, as Mailikukahi was extremely capable and kind.