The Chiefs are determined to not simply be another chapter in a growing Crusaders legacy, but instead, write themselves into the Super Rugby history books.
With two championships to their name, a win in the final on Saturday would see the Hamilton-based side move joint-second for titles all-time. After going back-to-back in 2012-13, they have endured a 10-year trophy drought, but are on the verge of finally ending their dry spell.
Chiefs coach Clayton McMillan took over the side in 2021, with their last semi-final appearance four years before, but the Chiefs will contest their first final in a decade at FMG Stadium against the competition's perennial winners.
Asked what's been behind the incredible turnaround, McMillan is resolute in his response, with the magnitude of Saturday's final not lost on him.
"Cohesion," he said. "A group and a coaching group that have been together for a long period of time now, the last 2-3 years.
"Some learned experiences and the maturity of the group - we just feel like it's our time.
"I imagine they take some confidence out of their legacy of being able to step up on the big stage. There's no point denying that, it is what it is, but we certainly don't fear it.
"We think we have a real chance to create a little bit of a legacy for ourselves and it starts on Saturday.
"I've been fortunate to be involved in some pretty big games, but this is big for the club and the region.
"We acknowledge the magnitude of the occasion, but the boys are excited about it. The last couple of weeks have been the toughest, because we came up against opposition that were good teams, had a lot to gain and not a lot to lose, and they can be tough games.
"We've earned the opportunity to play at home. I won't say the hard work is done, but the stuff that makes you anxious has been pushed to the side.
"Now there's just genuine excitement."
While the tabletopping Chiefs have been the competition's form side, with only one defeat all season, the reigning champion Crusaders are peaking at the right time.
Their 52-13 demolition of the Blues in the semi-finals is just the latest example of their ability to find another gear in knockout games.
For McMillan, that result has come as a blessing and he believes it has put them in better stead than had the game been close.
"Obviously, the way that the Crusaders took it to the Blues to pieces last week has done us a lot of favours," he said. "They played extremely well and all that's done is raise awareness about what's coming, not that we need any convincing.
"We know they can perform on the big stage, but I think it was better for us than seeing a tight contest."
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