[1] He is described in the legends as a wizard (or priest, kahuna in Hawaiian language) and an Aliʻi (a noble) of "the blue blood" (a Hawaiian nobleman of the highest rank).
[2] He was not of Hawaiian origin, but came to Hawaii from Tahiti and was famous for his knowledge of black magic.
[3] His parents are named in the chants as Kekupahaikala (father) and Maihikea (mother).
[4] When he arrived to Oahu, Maweke erected a temple to the god called Kanaloa.
[5] Maweke married a woman named Naiolaukea (Naiolakea).