Nig Heke — Once Were Warriors Character Profile

About Nig Heke

Young gang member killed early in the sequel, sparking revenge.

Nig Heke — Character Profile

Alignment

Anti-hero

Species

Human

Abilities

Street combat, Loyalty, Impulsiveness, Gang tactics, Physical agility

• Strength: 8/10
• Intelligence: 5.5/10
• Charisma: 6/10
• Morality: 3/10
• Influence: 5/10

Character Facts

Played by

Julian Arahanga

Appears in

Once Were Warriors (1994)

Role

Supporting

More characters from Once Were Warriors

• Beth Heke (Rena Owen)
• Jake Heke (Temuera Morrison)
• Grace Heke (Mamaengaroa Kerr-Bell)
• Mavis (Mere Boynton)
• Mark 'Boogie' Heke (Taungaroa Emile)
• Polly Heke (Rachael Morris Jr.)
• Toot (Shannon Williams)
• Taka (Calvin Tuteao)
• King Hitter (Ray Bishop)
• Judge (Ian Mune)
• Jake's Mate (as Donald Allen) (Donald V. Allen)
• Policeman (Robert Pollock)