The vision of Sapphire Palms Resort by Charles Davenport was the catalyst that set everything in motion with the people on Tidal Island & their  connection to the world beyond their remote existence.   

Charles saw the island as a hidden gem of real estate that would attract the social elite of his kind to an exotic getaway experience.  Island Chieftain and Tanawani leader Marafu Makolu saw an opportunity in dealing with the white elite by giving up part of their land in exchange for the money they so desperately needed for healthcare, education, and to rebuild after the destruction that the hurricanes delivered. 

Marafu knew that dealing with the devil was a part of island life. However, vacationing with the devil would have dire consequences for him, and his people’s way of life.