He is mentioned in legends and old chants and was likely a semi-historical person or character from myths.
[2] He had control over portions of Western Maui and relied on the allegiance of many district chiefs.
[3][4] The beginning of Mauiloa's rule was marked by countless battles to establish authority from many of the district chieftains of Maui.
Mauiloa was a son and successor of High Chief Hanalaʻa.
Mauiloa had married Kauhua and had a son Alau of Maui.