Pouwhenua

Pouwhenua or pou whenua (land post), are carved wooden posts used by Māori, the indigenous peoples of New Zealand to mark territorial boundaries or places of significance.

They are significant to the Māori people, representing their contributions to the cultural heritage of New Zealand.

Specifically, they reflect the relationship between the ancestors, environment, and the reputation or standing of the tangata whenua.

[3] Pouwhenua were used for attacking an opponent with short sharp strikes or stabbing thrusts with quick footwork on the part of the wielder.

[3] A single blow with the broad blade could easily result in death.