Legend of Korra (Avatar)

[sshuttari]

Nickelodeon Greenlights The Legend of Korra
Source: Nickelodeon
July 21, 2010


Nickelodeon announced this morning that it has given the green light to "The Legend of Korra," from "Avatar: The Last Airbender" series creators Michael DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko:


"Mike and Bryan have imagined a compelling new story inspired by the Airbender mythology that they so brilliantly crafted when the TV series began," Johnson said. "This new avatar is not only a girl, but also hot-headed, independent and ready to take on the world."

The Legend of Korra takes place 70 years after the events of Avatar: The Last Airbender and follows the adventures of the Avatar after Aang – a passionate, rebellious, and fearless teenaged girl from the Southern Water Tribe named Korra. With three of the four elements under her belt (Earth, Water, and Fire), Korra seeks to master the final element, Air. Her quest leads her to the epicenter of the modern "Avatar" world, Republic City – a metropolis that is fueled by steampunk technology. It is a virtual melting pot where benders and non-benders from all nations live and thrive. However, Korra discovers that Republic City is plagued by crime as well as a growing anti-bending revolution that threatens to rip it apart. Under the tutelage of Aang's son, Tenzin, Korra begins her airbending training while dealing with the dangers at large.

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This is great news! I really wish we knew what happened with Zuko and his mom in the end though.

[DarthVader 2004]

Finally The Avatar Has Come Back to Nick

[Jason Krueger]

Hell to the hell yes. I've been waiting for news on this since the title was trademarked and now we finally get it.

[PsYkOoOoO]

It's a pity because:

1) It's gonna be a 12 episode mini-series. Hardly enough to satiate fans.
2) The November 2011 release date.

Other than that, I welcome the new series.

[New GL of sector 2814]

Wow, so Aang's kids with Katara were Airbenders instead of Waterbenders, that's interesting.

[original spawn]

It´s going to be cool but its a shame that this is only going to have 12 episodes.

[PG Cooper]

It's a pity because:

1) It's gonna be a 12 episode mini-series. Hardly enough to satiate fans.
2) The November 2011 release date.

Other than that, I welcome the new series.

At least this gives me time to watch Book 3 first.

[original spawn]

And it´s possible that if this has success then there may be done a new tv series after this one and there are rumors that if there is enough success this may have a 2nd season.

[sshuttari]

It should be a success since most of the audience who enjoyed Avatar the original is going to come back to see if this is any good.

[original spawn]

And also new audience that is interested since they heared so many good things about the original, and kids that may have begun to see nick for the first time or others.

[New GL of sector 2814]

Does anyone know when this is coming out again?

[Darth Maul]

im down for this.

[Boro]

Hopefully they can get the ball rolling a little faster with this. I thought Book 1 was pretty awful until episode 12.

[sshuttari]

Teaser is out!!! Looks GOOD!!

http://nicktoons.nick.com/videos/clip/nicktoons-avatar-legend-of-korra-teaser-cx24.html

[Knerys]

I am super excited about this. 12 episode or not.

[sshuttari]

Animation looks really good. I've noticed more details then "Avatar The Last Airbender"

[Knerys]

Yeah it looks much sharper, or angular, this time. The combat looks cleaner too.

[Fanible]

They've decided to take a leap in the technology as well, which I find interesting. It's grown much more modern in appearance over the last 70 years.

[PsYkOoOoO]

I like it, even if it doesn't seem to involve any of the original characters.

[DarthVader 2004]

Looks like Zuko did allot of city building and I hope we learn what Happened to Ang and the worlds after the defeat of The Fire Lord.

[Tolkien]

Didn't even know the show was being developed yet, it looks awesome. Animation is better than The Last Airbender's animation. How long has it been, 70 years? Talk about technological evolution, lol. Anyway, from what the wikis are saying, they've confirmed 26 episodes for two seasons. Question though, why wouldn't Aang and the others be in this? There were clearly characters in the last one that were well into their hundreds.

[New GL of sector 2814]

Because the next Avatar is born the instant the previous one dies. There would be no Avatar Korra if Avatar Aang was still alive.

[Tolkien]

Been a while, I completely forgot about that part. What about the others though, any confirmation on them?

[Fanible]

I wouldn't be surprised if we see cameos from the other characters. There's been a back story explaining what happened with Toph (teaching metal bending to others). Aang and Katara's son is teaching Korra how to airbend, so maybe we'll see Katara at some point.

I have to say that I don't like that they are calling this "The Last Airbender: Legend of Korra". I guess it may make sense if Aang's kid is also the current last airbender. But I feel like they named it this because the movie was forced into the singular title, and they were wanting to tie the two together more closely (probably thinking the movie series was going to be a big as well).

It would make more sense to me to be named "Avatar: Legend of Korra".

[Neverending]

First of all, let's get this thread moved to the animation forum. Secondly, here's the trailer/TV promo:

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Thirdly, this show, based on this first promo, doesn't seem as EPIC as the original. Granted, they are focusing largely on the comedic aspect. But still.

[Tolkien]

Actually, the first one had that large comedic aspect too, so don't jump to conclusions just yet. Also, the story in the first one started off just as easy going, and slowly developed into a massive war with epic battles on all fronts. Until we get a full glimpse at the story, we won't be sure.

Also, it would've made sense to leave it as;

Avatar: The Legend of Korra

like

Avatar: The Last Airbender

[Neverending]

the story in the first one started off just as easy going, and slowly developed into a massive war with epic battles on all fronts.

Yeah, but the first show had to start silly, so Nickeledeon could attract its core audience. But now, with the second series, the comedy shouldn't be the selling point. Especially when they need to erase the memory of that horrible M. Night adaptation.

[Knerys]

So has this come out yet? It's passed November '11.

I haven't had a lot of time to keep up with television this last year.

[Tolkien]

It was pushed back to sometime this year. Don't know when though.

[Neverending]

It is "expected" to premiere in the Spring.

[Knerys]

Which is.....very soon lol. At least the delay is for more episodes though.

[Neverending]

We have a date: April 14. And it'll be part of their Saturday morning line-up. So, remember to set your DVR's, because otherwise, you're never gonna watch it.

[Tolkien]

No... I have iTunes. Episode-2-Episode, the prices are a bit of a stretch, but when you purchase the season as a whole it's loads cheaper than DVDs are and since it's an animated show, it's not like I need it on Blu-Ray or something. I'll stick with downloading it. It's how I got to see the last show. Marathons, lol.

[Neverending]

At least make an effort to DVR it so you can contribute to the thread.

[PsYkOoOoO]

We have a date: April 14. And it'll be part of their Saturday morning line-up. So, remember to set your DVR's, because otherwise, you're never gonna watch it.

A date, FINALLY.

[Fanible]

I'll bring the wine.

[sshuttari]

Fanible :funny:

[Neverending]

I'll bring the wine.

Don't buy a cheap one this time.

[Knerys]

Who's bringing the cheese then?

[Neverending]

You bring the cheese!

[Knerys]

But I don't actually like cheese...:(

[Neverending]

Bring the crackers.

[sshuttari]

Whos bringing the Peanuts?

[Neverending]

You!

[sshuttari]

Fine!

[Neverending]

:)

[FranklinTard]

first two episodes leaked, so the producers are going to put them on their website on the 24th for people to stream for free.

[Neverending]

first two episodes leaked

http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m1b8fsnOcQ1qb2yzl.gif

[Knerys]

first two episodes leaked, so the producers are going to put them on their website on the 24th for people to stream for free.
Awesome.

[sshuttari]

OMG im downloading it now!

[Jason Krueger]

first two episodes leaked, so the producers are going to put them on their website on the 24th for people to stream for free.

Are you sure both episodes were leaked? I know the first one was, but when I do searches for the second one nothing comes up.

[FranklinTard]

no first hand knowledge, just repeating what i read elsewhere. haven't watched them myself. wait until tomorrow though, the producers are gonna put up both for free to stream legally.

[PsYkOoOoO]

I've watched the first episode (and only the first episode is leaked, as far as I've seen), and it's pretty good! I almost forgot how fast this series moves, since it is still aimed at children. I'm curious to see where they are taking the series from this point on. Oh, and I am pretty sure the man in the mask is somebody we already know. Why else will he be wearing a mask.

[The Kid]

Gotta check 'em out.

[Fanible]

New poll is up.

[sshuttari]

Metal Bending is awesome, Republic City is interesting place I like what they are doing with it. Also we almost found out what happened with Zuko and his Mom.... I'm sure we will know sometime by the end of this season...

Loving the grandchildren of Aang and Katara they make the show pretty interesting...

Can't wait to see where it all goes!

[Knerys]

Just finished watching.

It's like we never left. :)

[Tolkien]

Where is people getting this news? And episodes? TELL ME!!!

[PsYkOoOoO]

Where is people getting this news? And episodes? TELL ME!!!

Go to www.korranation.com. They are legally streaming the first episode.

[Tolkien]

Awesome, thanks!

[Neverending]

It's the first two episodes combined into one. Anyway, I just finished watching the first one. It's great - WAY better than the Avatar pilot. Although, to be fair, they have three years of experience now.

[Tolkien]

I loved it. It's definitely off to a great start, and while Korra is more snarky and smug about who she is (which is the complete opposite from how Aang was), I can see the show working on her spiritual and physical growth as a character into a more respectable and mature Avatar. Instead of having an Avatar learning how to master their powers, we have an Avatar learning to control hers. I like that concept a lot. I also love the look of Republic City, after a short one hundred years, it's almost as if they've leaped ahead at least a half dozen technological generations. Modern government, a metropolis landscape, motor vehicles, etc... I'm also very interested in seeing how they develop the anti-bending movement, because I can see that becoming a major part of the show's development. It's a new era, people alive in this time were either very, very young or weren't even born during the Fire Nation war, so they'd be more open to joining an anti-bending rebellion and such, especially the younger generations.

All in all, I'm looking forward to seeing more Avatar again. Count me in.

[Neverending]

I want to see more bending. Metal bending has now been established. I want to see them tackle other stuff.

[DarthVader 2004]

Are we suppose to meet Katara's other 2 children sometime during the season or his the stern bearded water bending guy her son. The one with the beard.

[DarthVader 2004]

I loved it. It's definitely off to a great start, and while Korra is more snarky and smug about who she is (which is the complete opposite from how Aang was), I can see the show working on her spiritual and physical growth as a character into a more respectable and mature Avatar. Instead of having an Avatar learning how to master their powers, we have an Avatar learning to control hers. I like that concept a lot. I also love the look of Republic City, after a short one hundred years, it's almost as if they've leaped ahead at least a half dozen technological generations. Modern government, a metropolis landscape, motor vehicles, etc... I'm also very interested in seeing how they develop the anti-bending movement, because I can see that becoming a major part of the show's development. It's a new era, people alive in this time were either very, very young or weren't even born during the Fire Nation war, so they'd be more open to joining an anti-bending rebellion and such, especially the younger generations.

All in all, I'm looking forward to seeing more Avatar again. Count me in.

To me she sounded allot like Sokka if he was an Avatar. Um could she be Sokkas granddaughter.

[Knerys]

I kinda miss seeing Sokka.

And Appa.

And, well, everyone! But that's really a testament to how good the original was.

This is an excellent start. I watched this again last night and I also want to make a comment on how well the music works with the tone and environment. Just like the first time. Well done.

There is definitely a more mature vibe surrounding this series (possibly due to the maturing fans?). But the humor is intact, the character models are equally complex, the voice acting is spot on, and Korra is not just an arrogant teen with a god complex. She's the right balance of snarky, wonderment and humility.

I am very much looking for to this.

[Henri Ducard]

I don't miss anyone, which says a lot about the quality of this show.

[DarthVader 2004]

I kinda miss seeing Sokka.

And Appa.

And, well, everyone! But that's really a testament to how good the original was.

This is an excellent start. I watched this again last night and I also want to make a comment on how well the music works with the tone and environment. Just like the first time. Well done.

There is definitely a more mature vibe surrounding this series (possibly due to the maturing fans?). But the humor is intact, the character models are equally complex, the voice acting is spot on, and Korra is not just an arrogant teen with a god complex. She's the right balance of snarky, wonderment and humility.

I am very much looking for to this.

Was Her airbending teacher. The Son Of Ang Named after anyone you think.
Kinda sounded like Aangs first teachers name.

[Knerys]

Aang's air bending master was Gyatso (sp?).

Though DiMartino and Konietzko are clever guys. I wouldn't be surprised if there was some correlation.

[Knerys]

I don't miss anyone, which says a lot about the quality of this show.

Then I guess I'm just more nolastic than you, my friend.

It's really a testament to the strength of both. And the creators' ability to recreate that universe so flawlessly and yet advance it so seamlessly. It makes me long for the past adventures but keeps me gripped with what's in store.

[Neverending]

I miss the original in the sense that there's still a lot more to explore from that universe.

[DarthVader 2004]

I wonder if we will see Old Ang come to vision to Korra like Roku Visted Ang.
Was it mentioned Sokka was dead and also its kinda weird that Katara is the last one alive and now is Gran Gran.

[Knerys]

Weird? That's life. It was a neat cameo though.

[PsYkOoOoO]

I loved it. It's definitely off to a great start, and while Korra is more snarky and smug about who she is (which is the complete opposite from how Aang was), I can see the show working on her spiritual and physical growth as a character into a more respectable and mature Avatar. Instead of having an Avatar learning how to master their powers, we have an Avatar learning to control hers. I like that concept a lot. I also love the look of Republic City, after a short one hundred years, it's almost as if they've leaped ahead at least a half dozen technological generations. Modern government, a metropolis landscape, motor vehicles, etc... I'm also very interested in seeing how they develop the anti-bending movement, because I can see that becoming a major part of the show's development. It's a new era, people alive in this time were either very, very young or weren't even born during the Fire Nation war, so they'd be more open to joining an anti-bending rebellion and such, especially the younger generations.

All in all, I'm looking forward to seeing more Avatar again. Count me in.

Part of the giant leap in terms of modernization and technology is probably due to the fact that you are dealing with a bunch of people who can bend elements. Building skyscrapers, for example, is probably much easier when you can just wave your arms around and stuff. :P

[DarthVader 2004]

Truth is The Animation was really the same to me. It does seem like This Avatar may be more alone inside then Ang

[Henri Ducard]

Part of the giant leap in terms of modernization and technology is probably due to the fact that you are dealing with a bunch of people who can bend elements. Building skyscrapers, for example, is probably much easier when you can just wave your arms around and stuff. :P

Also, the people aren't be repressed.

[Tolkien]

Part of the giant leap in terms of modernization and technology is probably due to the fact that you are dealing with a bunch of people who can bend elements. Building skyscrapers, for example, is probably much easier when you can just wave your arms around and stuff. :P

Also, the people aren't be repressed.
Well if that's the case, people are idiots for wantings to start a revolution against the benders who ultimately built their entire civilization, lol. Still though, I really want to see where the story goes. I've seen the premiere episodes twice now. It's really great to see Avatar back on TV. Thank god M. Night's movie failed. I do not ever want to see that man make another one.

[Neverending]

Maybe in 10 years we'll get a proper adaptation.

[DarthVader 2004]

His biggest mistake was not fallowing the movies just like The series was for Book One.
Avatar Roku would have been awesome on the big screen. But no he had to make The Fire nation. M NIghts pro India as the nation.
I kinda see The Water Tribe people as Eskimos I guess. I see Air Nomads as Tibet like people.
I see The Earth Benders as Maybe desert like Race. To Me Fire nation is Asian. My point is M Night ruined a simple concept and movie and those fight effects at the end shows me he knows nothing aboou cgi and pratical effects.

Anyways I was wondering this. The character of Amon. Could he be Zukos Son or even Zuko himself. I ask because his mask looks something like The Blue Spirit wore.

[Ramplate]

My nephew will be psyched to see a new series - he loved the original

[Neverending]

M. Night's kids will be psyched too. ;)

[PsYkOoOoO]

If a movie deserves a reboot, it'd be this one.

[Neverending]

Definitely. But I don't think Paramount will do one so soon.

[Knerys]

Or at all.

[Neverending]

The show has a big enough following and has epic blockbuster written all over it. They will definitely attempt another adaptation.

[Knerys]

I was talking about Paramount. I could see another studio trying it. But not for a while.

[Ramplate]

Especially not with Shaymalamadingdong :P (I'll bet he's been hanging out with Ang Lee a lot recently ;))

[DarthVader 2004]

Does anyone know where can go to watch this again online. Or was it a one time tease until April 14th

[Knerys]

Not legally. They only hosted it for the weekend. But now I grow impatient.... -_-

[DarthVader 2004]

I wonder if we will see Ang. Considering she is well The Avatar. I'd like to see Avatar Ang visit her like Roku visited Ang.

[PsYkOoOoO]

Aang. It's spelled Aang.

[sshuttari]

Or as M Night Shaymalyan called him it's "Ung"

[Neverending]

I was talking about Paramount. I could see another studio trying it. But not for a while.

Viacom owns both Nickelodeon and Paramount. So, no other studio will be adaptating this show.

[DarthVader 2004]

I think it can be saved if they just do a GI Joe here and just hire new people to direct and so on. Id keep Ringer because he was good as Aang. What fell apart movie wise was M Night thinking he had to change the story some what and leave out Roku and He is not a good director to use the art of Special Effects. Sadly this fell prey to ungifted hands like Dragonball Z did with Fox.

[Neverending]

No. No. No. Do over or nothing at all.

[DarthVader 2004]

Well They did the hulk that way and i am hoping someone would do an Eragon and Dragonball Z reboot as well as this. The biggest problem in todays action film making is people will write any story and think i throw enough effects at it that the movie will pass.
My hope is this and other messed up properties will get another look with a person passionate over the material. Like Jackson with Rings and Nolan with the Batman Begins series.

[PsYkOoOoO]

It doesn't matter when/who does a reboot of Avatar: The Last Airbender. All they need to do is to include the statement "Not from the mind of M. Night Shyamalan" and it will be a marketing hit.

[Knerys]

Viacom owns both Nickelodeon and Paramount. So, no other studio will be adaptating this show.

Rights change hands all the time. Who knows what will happen in crazy hollywoodland in the future.

But I do agree. Start from scratch, or not at all.

[Neverending]

Rights change hands all the time.

Viacom has owned both companies since the `90s. I don't see them selling it anytime soon. It's their bread and butter.

[DarthVader 2004]

Well any company can pass on a project and another studio pick it up. Rights to the movie could be sold from Paramount and the cartoon rights could still be at Nick.

[Tolkien]

So after my last viewing, I have more to add. I didn't pay attention to them in that aspect last time around, but after watching the two-part premiere (which is officially available on iTunes, FOR FREE), I'm guessing that the two brothers are going to end up being her sidekicks/partners on the show. And maybe one of them being a possible love interest? I'm guessing the fire bending one. Which is funny because together they make a perfect group, seeing as how the younger brother's an earth bender.

[Neverending]

A little slow there, Tolkien.

[PsYkOoOoO]

So after my last viewing, I have more to add. I didn't pay attention to them in that aspect last time around, but after watching the two-part premiere (which is officially available on iTunes, FOR FREE), I'm guessing that the two brothers are going to end up being her sidekicks/partners on the show. And maybe one of them being a possible love interest? I'm guessing the fire bending one. Which is funny because together they make a perfect group, seeing as how the younger brother's an earth bender.

Yeah, the Firebender is pretty much another Zuko to me, really, without the desperate need to prove himself to an overlord father.

[Tolkien]

A little slow there, Tolkien.
You are more than welcome to eat me. I won't mind.

[Neverending]

I saw a commercial for it today and, yeah, they dropped the "Last Airbender" from the title. I guess they realized how stupid it is.

[Knerys]

I thought the title "Avatar" was the connecting factor anyway.

Or is Cameron still being a ***** and not letting them use it.

[sshuttari]

That only had to do with the Movie title not the show itself.

[Neverending]

The title is simply, "The Legend of Korra." They are not using "Avatar" or "Last Airbender."

[Tolkien]

Avatar: The Last Airbender made sense. Because at the time, he was the last.

But so does Avatar: The Legend of Korra. They should've kept it that way.

[Neverending]

James Cameron, you know.

[Tolkien]

...at this point, I wonder if he thinks he owns the ocean too, lol.

then again, he probably already does.

[Neverending]

The show premiered on Nick today. Anyone watch or rewatch it? Also, they aired the first two episodes. So, next week we'll FINALLY have a new one to watch.

[PsYkOoOoO]

I didn't re-watch it, but I definitely will be catching the new episode next week. So far so good, I suppose, and I am onboard. I think they've made a nice and smooth transition from the original series.

[Neverending]

Cool. Look forward to your comments next week.

[Knerys]

Yeah, I didn't watch it this weekend because A.) I had plans, and B.) I've already watched both episodes three times and have them downloaded on iTunes. :p

But yes, I will be tuning this weekend!

[Ramplate]

Wasn't bad - I watched the first half of episode 1

[Knerys]

That's, like, 12 minutes! Watch the rest lol! :p

[Neverending]

Yeah, Ramplate, watch the rest and then episode 2.

[Neverending]

Episode 3 is fantastic!!!!! There was no reference to the previous show, so that means they're now giving the series breathing room to be its own thing. They gave the Republic a nice gritty look. The masked villain is finally front and center. And the revelation was, well, quite fascinating. So, watch the episode ASAP.

[Tolkien]

I download them off iTunes. Same with most my shows, that way I can take them with me on my iPad when I leave for the day.

[Ramplate]

I did watch the rest this weekend - then I saw episode 4 today
They do the fight scenes well. Guess I'm recording them now

That's some pretty nice art

[Tolkien]

Episode 4? You mean episode 3, right?

[Ramplate]

Welll I've seen at least the first two - my TV identified what I saw today as "episode 4"

[PsYkOoOoO]

Yep, episode 3 was awesome. It's very rare to see this gritty and dark side of the universe. When the masked dude talked about how his parents were killed by benders, I thought that Bolin was the masked dude. Crazy, but that was my first reaction for some reason. Can't wait for the next episode!

[sshuttari]

Well I guess we know now what the rest of the series is going to be like. The Main villain is front and center. I think it's early to have Korra go against this guy unless there thinking of finishing the 1st season with Korra defeating the Mask guy.

[Neverending]

In Avatar, Zukko, his sister and his dad, the Fire Lord, were villains throughout the series. So, I imagine there will be more than one here as well.

[Knerys]

Hahah! Mako is Batman!!

Just as strong, if not stronger, than the first two episodes. You could definitely sense the maturity in this one. Plus is feels and looks so much more cinematic! The art design of the city, its many inhabitants and surrounding is just...so cool. I like where they are going with the villain and I'm positive more will be popping up. The fight animation is incredibly smooth and again the music...I'm hoping they'll release soundtrack. I'm going to hate having to wait a week between shows.

And I agree with you, Neverending, that they are allowing this series to become it's own story in the history of this universe. Excellent episode, top to bottom.

[PsYkOoOoO]

My ONLY complaint is the fact that Mako is pretty much Zuko, Bolin is pretty much Sokka, and Korra is the combination of Toph and Katara. The writers/creators are relying on characters that worked the first time round, redrawing them and putting them into The Legend of Korra. If it works, why fix it, right? It's a small complaint, though, and perhaps too early to judge. Still, you can't deny that we've kinda seen these characters before.

[Tolkien]

While it may seem that way with the characters, I'm sure that they'll mature into their own soon enough. They have sooooo much potential to grow here that it's crazy, and I can see it too.

[Neverending]

The similarities don't bother me too much.

[Knerys]

My ONLY complaint is the fact that Mako is pretty much Zuko, Bolin is pretty much Sokka, and Korra is the combination of Toph and Katara. The writers/creators are relying on characters that worked the first time round, redrawing them and putting them into The Legend of Korra. If it works, why fix it, right? It's a small complaint, though, and perhaps too early to judge. Still, you can't deny that we've kinda seen these characters before.

Well it's still a kid's show. There is a formula that needs to be followed to some degree. I agree, there are some similarities (though I don't see much of Katara in Korra honestly, other than water bending) but I'm not going to worry about it three episodes in. Though, I think it's natural to want to compare these characters to past ones, so you'll unwittingly connect the similarities regardless.

Zuko started out very single minded, which eventually changed over the course of three seasons. Mako isn't burdened by that kind of weight or scope. He's not angry at the world, he's just trying to survive in it and protect his brother. Bolin is the plucky comic relief like Sokka, but his demeanor seems much more playful and a little more naive. And Korra is tough like Toph, but hasn't learned her limits yet. And even Toph had a sense of the spiritual.

Similarities? Yes. But not carbon copies.

[Neverending]

Similarities? Yes. But not carbon copies.

Amen.

[PsYkOoOoO]

Yeah, I know, I'm not worried either. It's just a small complaint, or rather, an observation.

[Neverending]

Did anyone watch episode 4? It was a little too cliche. "I can kill you now, but I'll save it for later."

[PsYkOoOoO]

It's alright. I mean, it's still an animated show on Nickelodeon, so I don't mind a bit of cliche here and there. I bought his "martyr" explanation, and it did make sense. On the other hand, I feel that it was somewhat the weakest episode in the series so far, though that is not to say that it was bad. I felt that Korra changed her mind way too quickly with regard to being a part of the task force, not to mention the fact that she isn't exactly stupid, and really should've seen that dude's plans to get her into the task force from miles away. She really could've brushed it all off with a "No Comment". Towards the beginning of the episode, she was hesitant to confront Amon because of her his men completely thrashed her in the last episode. Then all of a sudden, she challenges him to a one-on-one dual? It's not like she had some secret martial arts training in between that prepared her for the confrontation. The switch from hesitance to confrontation was too quick and a little too convenient.

I enjoyed the ambush on the secret underground training camp, though. I thought that was pretty cool, the way they bent the water and froze everybody up. I just wished that more of the episode was dedicated to that, as well as Korra's irrational change of mind. Oh, not to mention the glimpses we saw of old Aang and old Sokka.

[Ramplate]

Yeah Korra seemed too prone to poking - she snapped when she was obviously led in front of the media as a trap.

[Knerys]

I'll agree it's the weakest so far but that's not saying much. It just the quick pacing you need to keep the attention of kids. I'll let it slide. Besides this was very expositional, setting up the various arcs for the course of the series. I was a little surprised of Korra meeting Amon early but I bought the martyr explanation and it makes him all the more menacing. As for Korra's brash decisions, it just illustrates her impulsiveness and how much she still needs to learn about balance.

It's that slightly less exciting episode that every series has to push the plot forward. Plus the first three were just so good.

[PsYkOoOoO]

Yep, definitely wasn't a bad episode. It's weird that Korra had all those visions right after she fainted though. Did Amon somehow feed them into her brain or what.

[Fanible]

I thought they were Avatar memories, but that wouldn't make much sense since she was actually seeing Aang.

[PsYkOoOoO]

Remind me again what Avatar memories are. You mean Avatars are supposed to also possess the memories of previous Avatars? It's been awhile since I saw the original series, clearly.

[Justin]

This thread only reminds me of how badly I need to watch Avatar.

[Fanible]

Remind me again what Avatar memories are. You mean Avatars are supposed to also possess the memories of previous Avatars? It's been awhile since I saw the original series, clearly.

I have no recollection of something like that in the original series. That was just my first thought (a theory). I suppose the Avatar state is kinda like that, in that every Avatars' knowledge and power are combined into one person.

The Avatars did "visit" Aang in the original series, so it could have been something like that.

[PsYkOoOoO]

This thread only reminds me of how badly I need to watch Avatar.

The problem with the original series is that it's mostly geared towards children. That's why you get a lot of fillers in between episodes that drive the plot forward. You definitely should get your hands on the series, provided that you don't mind sitting through some of the really ridiculous fillers (like the episode with the zoo). I think someone out there should released an abridged version of the series, editing out all the fillers meant for children's entertainment.

[Fanible]

Eh, they're okay. It's worse if you're watching them week to week. If you have the option to watch it all back to back, they're not that big a deal.

[Neverending]

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[Ramplate]

lol ya think?

[Tolkien]

I hate watching this show week to week because I'm used to Avatar in large marathons like I did with The Last Airbender. But whenever I download an episode, I am unable to stop myself from watching it. I last a day at most, lol. I know once I download tonight's episode I'll watch it soon after.

[PsYkOoOoO]

This episode was alright, I guess. It will probably be better in the bigger scheme of things. It is sorely missing Amon and the Cabbage Selling Man.

[Fanible]

I loved the belching.

[PsYkOoOoO]

I actually hope Korra and Bolin end up together instead. Not that it matters to the overall story but, I'm not a fan of Mako. And is it just me or are they placing too much emphasis on the matches? I mean, we have Amon as this looming villain who's OUT THERE SOMEWHERE, and yet we're being introduced to this new batch of bad guys for the pro-bending matches?

[Neverending]

The calm before the storm.

[Ramplate]

Good episode this week

[Neverending]

Call me crazy, but this show might be better than Avatar. Granted... the scope seems smaller since it's taking place entirely in Republic City. But the villain and stakes are so damn high.

[PsYkOoOoO]

I enjoy the Pro Bending matches like everybody else, but damn, I am glad they FINALLY moved away from it. It's cool, and it certainly gave a new twist to bending as a whole. But all that time could've been devoted to other more pressing issues like, say, HUNTING AMON DOWN? Some of the decisions made by the people in this show were really questionable to me. Bei Fong, for example, went ahead with the Pro Bending match despite Amon's threats? That doesn't seem to make a whole lot of sense, even if this is an animation on Nickelodeon. From a chief of security standpoint, it just doesn't cut it.

Anyway, I am glad we have to officially deal with Amon now, and we have less of all the mumbo jumbos in between. Like I said, I enjoyed the matches (no matter how flawed it may be in terms of the rules and how easy it is to buy out the referee), but it's time to look at the bigger threat.

[Neverending]

That doesn't seem to make a whole lot of sense

Yeah, but then we wouldn't have gotten that awesome scene with Amon attacking the stadium. ALTHOUGH, I guess a surprise attack would have been better. THEN AGAIN... we wouldn't have gotten that backstory with Toph's daugther. So... I don't know. I guess I'm fine with how things turned out.

[Boro]

Glad to see them move on from pro-bending--hopefully they can get into the meat of the Amon story (and maybe some air bending?) now.

I wouldn't say it's better than Avatar yet, but the first 6 episodes of this series are definitely way better than the first 6 of the original. It certainly has the potential though.

[Neverending]

By the way, almost no one is talking about the random Korra flashbacks. Those are definitely hinting at Amon's identity.

[PsYkOoOoO]

And I bet one of the "good guys" is on the same side as Amon on this one. That water tribe dude on the council comes to mind, and maybe even the owner of the automobile company (what with all the technological advances). As you can see, I am not well-versed with these characters' names just yet.

[Neverending]

Amon is definitely an old dude with ties to Aang. Again, hence all the random flashbacks Korra is getting.

[Ramplate]

I think I know who Amon is already
Tarrlok

[Neverending]

I think I know who Amon is already
Tarrlok

That's too obvious, man. It wouldn't surprise me if he was involved somehow, but I highly doubt he's Amon.

[Ramplate]

it's a kid's show ;)

[Tolkien]

Your point being? ;)

[Ramplate]

Your point being? ;)

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[PsYkOoOoO]

I was hoping Amon would just crash the damn thing into the stadium. That'd be visually awesome, although it doesn't make a lot of sense either. And how useless was Tensin during the attack?

[Neverending]

I was hoping Amon would just crash the damn thing into the stadium. That'd be visually awesome, although it doesn't make a lot of sense either. And how useless was Tensin during the attack?

Tensin has a few secrets up his sleeves.

[PsYkOoOoO]

I sure hope so, or his father will be very, very disappointed.

[Neverending]

I actually meant that in a negative way. There's something about Tenzin that seems a bit off.

[Ramplate]

The kids have slowly driven him insane

[Knerys]

So I got a little behind on my Legend of Korra due to graduations and work but all caught up now. :)

Episode 5 was cute and I enjoyed it, even if it was a little silly at points. I love Tenzin's daughters, however. Their character designs are great, so like real little girls I've known and know and not these prissy girls I see so much on TV these days. As for love triangles....eh it's gonna happen. So I'll just let it. Poor Bolin.

But Episode 6.....possibly the best episode thus far!! They needed the first 5 to set up the time, space, influences, relationships, culture etc. and now you can see they are getting to the meat of it. Amon has got me worried because I'd say the same thing! Keep the stadium open! Don't let him bully you! He's dangerously cunning and always one step ahead. This is going to be epic. Though I have a theory, and it could be totally wrong and far fetched but.....Is Hiroshi Sato possibly supplying Amon technology?? Is his daughters involvement with Mako a ploy??. Just a wild hunch. Likely very wild. And sooooooo good to FINALLY see Lin Bei-Fong in action! She was awesome! The whole sequence was awesome! More please! I did kind of see the whole Lin/Tenzin thing coming from the last episode but I don't object to it. Can't to be too subtle with the kids. But seriously, great episode. http://www.comingsoon.net/forums/images/icons/icon14.gif

[Knerys]

First off, shutting down the stadium would have been like canceling the Super Bowl because of a terrorist threat. And Amon would have benefited either way. The point they are trying to establish is that he seems to have the control no matter what, and that's what makes him dangerous.

Second, we are up to episode 6 of 26. They have plenty of time to chase and catch Amon. Setting up this environment is vital to making the rest of this stuff work. They did fine.

Also have you all noticed how Korra likes to favor her Fire Bending in close combat? Aang tended to be a bit more judicious and used all elements (as he learned them anyway) fairly equally, with maybe the slight advantage toward Air Bending. I just find it interesting that Korra gravitates toward the element opposite of the culture she was born into. No judgement, just an observation.

[PsYkOoOoO]

First off, shutting down the stadium would have been like canceling the Super Bowl because of a terrorist threat.

That seems like a legit reason to me. :P

[Knerys]

That seems like a legit reason to me. :P

Then you don't realize how much Americans love their football. ;)

[Ramplate]

Yes! I loved Lin Bei-Fong's acrobatics and those whips

[Neverending]

A typical Saturday morning:

"BABE! WAKE UP! IT’S LEGEND OF KORRA TIME!"
"Record it."
"But they already have gifs up!"

*falls back to sleep*

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SOMEONE IS ABOUT TO DIE!

Anyway, I like how the villains are using technology to even the playing field. It's good stuff.

[Tolkien]

Last week's episode was awesome, I loved the assault on the stadium.

Plan to download today's episode tonight or tomorrow morning.

[Neverending]

Why don't you own a DVR?

[Ramplate]

I tuned in late today and thought for a second that it had been preempted by a Speed Racer cartoon :funny: Then I saw the roadsters.
I really like the mix of styles they have in this. Has an old and new feel combined.

[PsYkOoOoO]

Well, I really liked the last episode. Or, let me put it this way. I'd say that the last episode was the best in the season so far. It didn't have all the pro-bending stuff, which was great, because we finally got to explore the REAL problem. And as if it wasn't obvious enough, the OTHER bad guy has been revealed in this episode as well, which was great. I loved the action, I loved the development, and I especially loved the CABBAGE MAN. Well, his grandson, to be exact. But I am happy to see that his cabbage business blossomed into a factory.

A few things made me face palm, though. Korra telling the girl that she eavesdropped on her father's conversation on the phone. REALLY? Korra, you could've said that Tenzin and Bei Fong suspected her father to be providing the weaponry. That could've solved a lot of misunderstanding. Also, I thought it was hilarious when the metal-bending guys bursted into the room and, instead of guns, they held their hands up and pointed them around. That was weird but hilarious at the same time.

[Ramplate]

That's a whole lotta cabbage

[PsYkOoOoO]

They love them cabbages.

[Tolkien]

Why don't you own a DVR?
I don't record it because I have a limited amount of space left. I enjoy watching TV shows, but barely have time to get to them. When I do, I pick a show and watch all of the episodes I DVR'd from that show. Right now, my que is up to 96% full. I have almost 90+ hours of tv content on there, and one or two movies. Hawaii Five-O, Mad Men, The Killing, House, Gray's Anatomy, etc... When I watch them I delete them. Other shows I watch I just download them to my iPad and take it with me. One of those shows include Avatar.

[Neverending]

I see.

[Tolkien]

It beats paying for seasons when they come out, but it clogs up my DVR most of the time.

[Knerys]

Soooooo not as wild a hunch after all.

Good episode. Nice to see a little Tenzin action as well. Though why do firebenders always gotta get the blame for everything? I also wished they explored the Tarlock issue with Beifong a little more in-episode, rather than just in the prologue, because I know he's playing some kind of power angle. Asumi is growing on me. Not that I hated her before....she was just a little one dimensional. She's getting better (also did you all know she voiced by the actress that played Princess Yue in the movie....isn't that borderline sacrilegious?). Nice touch with the cabbages (and did anyone catch the "Flameo" reference a few episodes ago?). Overall good addition to the story.

One question though....why all the pro-bending bashing? It's part of the culture and it had its moments. It was never distracting from the issue. It was another facet of it. In fact, the tournament helped illustrate just how far Amon was willing to go to prove his point. It's existence and exploration was justified.

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[PsYkOoOoO]

One question though....why all the pro-bending bashing? It's part of the culture and it had its moments. It was never distracting from the issue. It was another facet of it. In fact, the tournament helped illustrate just how far Amon was willing to go to prove his point. It's existence and exploration was justified.

I don't know, it just felt odd to put that much attention on the tournament at the beginning. To me, the pro-bending tournament served two purposes. One, for Korra to meet the boys. Two, letting us know how bending has changed throughout the years (from a martial arts type thing to a pro-sport). It's just an interesting side story that took away the attention from Amon's villainy. I guess I agree with how the tournament helped to illustrate how far Amon was willing to go to prove his point, but we didn't need a lot of the bending stuff before that episode. Again, I'm pretty sure we all enjoyed the pro-bending stuff, it was fun. But you know, I'd rather watch the Amon stuff.

[Neverending]

Pro-bending may seem annoying now, but in the long run, we'll see why it was important to the overall story and character developments. Avatar has always been about the big picture.

[Knerys]

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*snicker*
:meanie:

[Tolkien]

No... new... episode... last night. :(

[DarthVader 2004]

Um Amon seems to have learned the ability that Aang learned from The Turtle or was an Aang Pupil that had his bending takin away by Aang. I think he was likely Zukos son.
I have many questions and i am wondering if Amon is really the bad guy. Avatar played up very well that Zuko was this very bad spoiled kid and then something changed.

[PsYkOoOoO]

No... new... episode... last night. :(

That sucked. I was all ready for my dose of the show.

[Neverending]

No... new... episode... last night. :(

Memorial Day Weekend

[Knerys]

Um Amon seems to have learned the ability that Aang learned from The Turtle or was an Aang Pupil that had his bending takin away by Aang. I think he was likely Zukos son.
I have many questions and i am wondering if Amon is really the bad guy. Avatar played up very well that Zuko was this very bad spoiled kid and then something changed.

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[DarthVader 2004]

Whats so stupid about what i said I have not been watching the new show except for the one where he took the guys Bending. That last i knew Aang was the only one who knew how too and thats because of the Lion Turtle

[Knerys]

First off I didn't say anything much less that is was stupid. Second, then why speculate if you haven't been watching whats going on??

My double face palm stands!

[DarthVader 2004]

Well I plan too see it but can't afford TV right now so haven't seen it like i planned too.

[Knerys]

All the episode are on Nick.com on a nice little playlist all in order. :)

[sshuttari]

The attack on the Stadium.... Wow... Just what the doctor ordered finally a battle that shows the threat of Amon also does anyone else think the guy in the government working with Tenzin who recruited Korra in the Police Force is Amon???

[Knerys]

A few people have said it but I think that's too oblivious. I DO think he's trying to take advantage of the situation to make some kind of power play, however. Maybe even be in league with Amon to gain some measure of protection (then get double crossed, have change of heart, etc.). I also have a very strong feeling that someone very prominent is going to lose their bending at some point. But that's pure spectulation. I'll just let Brian and Mike tell their story.

[DarthVader 2004]

The attack on the Stadium.... Wow... Just what the doctor ordered finally a battle that shows the threat of Amon also does anyone else think the guy in the government working with Tenzin who recruited Korra in the Police Force is Amon???

No but in Avatar you never really know a persons motives but I am not totally Convinced Amon is Osie evil and I think the other guy is likely the real threat. Zuko by all apperances was bad guy to the core but then we saw many shades of Zuko. Only Osi and General Chow was the clear cut bad people other then Azula.

For some reason Amon could have easily Killed this Avatar but he is sparing her for some unknown reason. Yes him saying its all about her being a marter and would rally all the bender is an excuse.

I am wondering if Amon is Tenzin because has Tenzin and Amon been in the same place at the same time.

[Ramplate]

The attack on the Stadium.... Wow... Just what the doctor ordered finally a battle that shows the threat of Amon also does anyone else think the guy in the government working with Tenzin who recruited Korra in the Police Force is Amon???

I used spoiler tags for that :P

I think I know who Amon is already
Tarrlok

And I was told it was too obvious :P

[Knerys]

I remember. ;)

But it is! The writers have already proven they are much more clever than that.

[Knerys]

No but in Avatar you never really know a persons motives but I am not totally Convinced Amon is Osie evil and I think the other guy is likely the real threat. Zuko by all apperances was bad guy to the core but then we saw many shades of Zuko. Only Osi and General Chow was the clear cut bad people other then Azula.
I'm just gonna flat disagree with you here. Zuko was not evil to the core at the start. You could tell that he had some major depth and trauma driving his ambition. Yes, you weren't sure where his motives would lead but he was certainly more sympathetic than any of the other villains (though I started to pity Azula after her comment about her mother thinking she was a monster).

And this man wants to physically violate people by removing a piece of their existence. It's like if a guy thinks lefties are actully demonic and decides he wants to chop of all of the their left hands. That's pretty frakking evil! Or at the very least, dangerously extremist.



For some reason Amon could have easily Killed this Avatar but he is sparing her for some unknown reason. Yes him saying its all about her being a marter and would rally all the bender is an excuse. What's wrong with that excuse? And he doesnt want to kill her, he wants to take away her bending. Though, I wonder what thst would do to the avatar cycle? Would it end it?

He obviously wants to embarrass her, make an example of her, and he wants an audience to see it all. You can't terrorize people if you take them out early.



I am wondering if Amon is Tenzin because has Tenzin and Amon been in the same place at the same time.
They were both seen at the pro bending championship at the same time.

[DarthVader 2004]

I wonder if we will be Aangs other two Children thats older then tenzin and see Katara again

[Knerys]

Korra Korra KORRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!:D

[Knerys]

I hate having to wait a week between episodes. :(

[Neverending]

All I have to say about today's episode is:

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And yeah, Tarlok is either Armon or closely related to him.

[DarthVader 2004]

I think Amon has to be related to Zuko, Azula or Osi in some way. The whole Mask deal reminds me of the evil blue spirit or he maybe could worship the Face Stealing demon

[sshuttari]

I think Amon has to be related to Zuko,

No...

[Neverending]

Yeah... that would be way too - cliche.

[DarthVader 2004]

He doesn't have to be a Son of Zukos. I mean why couldnt have Osi had met some women and made sweet donkey love and boom he has a 3rd child who can never have bending powers

[Neverending]

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[sshuttari]

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[Neverending]

Anyway... have you seen the episode yet, sshuttari?

[sshuttari]

Not yet. I'll see it tonight. Sounds like it will be a good episode

[Neverending]

Not yet. I'll see it tonight. Sounds like it will be a good episode

Most of the episode is okay - but the last 2 or 3 minutes are insane. This is the first time in Legend of Korra where audiences are gonna hate waiting a week for the next episode. By far, the best cliffhanger they've had all season.

[sshuttari]

Nice. Now I'm excited but sad I would have to wait a week to see what happens next :(

[Knerys]

He doesn't have to be a Son of Zukos. I mean why couldnt have Osi had met some women and made sweet donkey love and boom he has a 3rd child who can never have bending powersIt's Ozai, ok. OZAI. If you're going to make ridiculous speculations about the show at least get the bloody names right.


And yeah, Tarlok is either Armon or closely related to him.I'm not entirely convinced, yet. There something else going on with him that hasn't been fully realized yet. Strong possibility, yes, but I can't help feel he has some deeper vendetta....

Nice. Now I'm excited but sad I would have to wait a week to see what happens next :(Dude tell me about it!

I agree the first half of the episode was weaker than the second half, though I cracked up hard at Ikky revealing Korra's affections toward Mako to Asumi and at her brief exchange with Bolin. Meelo's farting bit was a bit....extra. But once they got into Team Avatar mode things really kicked up. And yes, the last 5 minutes are awesome.

Though, I now have one complaint. I want to see more Air Bending training. I know they have explained it away in the dialogue but I want to SEE the struggle. Right now, its a lot of antics (which are great, don't get me wrong) but I'm starting to lose the part of plot where she actually needs to learn all of this. Hopefully it's coming.

[sshuttari]

OMG OMG OMG!!!!!

So much to say

Blood bending with out the full moon???

Tarlok's psycho breakdown and kidnapping Korra??? WTF!! Didn't see that coming???

I thought when Korra attacked him and started destroying the government place that would be enough bad press and reason to arrest her and manipulate the city!!

What the hell... Also if Tarlock is Amon that was a really dumb move by him... There's more going on I'm now convinced...

[Neverending]

I'm not entirely convinced, yet. There something else going on with him that hasn't been fully realized yet. Strong possibility, yes, but I can't help feel he has some deeper vendetta....

Tarlok is either Amon or connected to him. The flashbacks are a major clue.

[Knerys]

You probably be right, they just haven't shown me anything significant enough to confirm the connection. I don't think he IS Tarrlok. And I am fully prepared to eats those words, but it doesn't add up. I'll give you the connection to Amon, but in what context remains to be seen. He seems far too extreme to want to support the Equalists. He's after power. Plus the flashbacks' only consistent connection is that they have all happened while Korra is under duress. Maybe the man in the flashbacks is Amon? Who knows. But I'm very eager to find out. I DO believe the man in the flashbacks is directly related to Tarrlok however, blood bending and all.

Either way, the plot is thicken nicely.

[Neverending]

Maybe the man in the flashbacks is Amon?

Very doubtful. The flashbacks take place when Aang and company are young people. There's no way an old geezer could be Amon. Rumor has it the blood bender is the flashbacks is the father of Tarlok. So, either Tarlok is Amon or they're brothers. Either way, there's a strong connection to Aang. Hence all the visions Korra is getting. Tenzin even mentioned that she needs to work harder on establishing a spiritual connection was past Avatars. If she's getting visions then CLEARLY Aang is trying to communicate with her. Tenzin even raised an eyebrow when Korra started talking about her visions. I suspect he knows more than he's revealing.

[DarthVader 2004]

I was wondering if any of the voice cast is in the the spin off avatar show from the first show and if not does anyone else think that the voice casting has been really good for these two shows.

[Ramplate]

There's Blood Bending?
OK - why doesn't the Avatar have to master Metal or Blood Bending? (Blood contains iron - so a very strong metal bender - should be able to do a little blood bending ;))

That was nasty btw. I really like the cars and the mix of old world and new in this cartoon

[DarthVader 2004]

The animators for these shows have been really good but i more or less miss the traveling aspect we got from the orginal show. The show looks good and all but i miss the bonding over traveling you got from the core group.

[Fanible]

There's Blood Bending?
OK - why doesn't the Avatar have to master Metal or Blood Bending? (Blood contains iron - so a very strong metal bender - should be able to do a little blood bending ;))

That was nasty btw. I really like the cars and the mix of old world and new in this cartoon

I'm sure the Avatar could master them now, but it's probably not immediately custom to do so. They are both newer forms of bending, not having been discovered until the last generation of the Avatar.

[Knerys]

Very doubtful. The flashbacks take place when Aang and company are young people. There's no way an old geezer could be Amon. Rumor has it the blood bender is the flashbacks is the father of Tarlok. So, either Tarlok is Amon or they're brothers. Either way, there's a strong connection to Aang. Hence all the visions Korra is getting. Tenzin even mentioned that she needs to work harder on establishing a spiritual connection was past Avatars. If she's getting visions then CLEARLY Aang is trying to communicate with her. Tenzin even raised an eyebrow when Korra started talking about her visions. I suspect he knows more than he's revealing.

I saw the episode. ;)

I've wondered if the "children" would remember these events. Because, according to the website, they would have all been somewhere between 10-15 years old.

My immediate thought was the man was Tarrlok's father. Though interesting that they would elect to the Council the son of a man clearly under trial for something sinister. And Tarrlok's near tyrannical pursuit of ANY non-benders would make him being Amon seem unlikely. Even if it was a ploy to create unrest, why arrest his own Chi-Blockers? Why in enact laws that would remove your potential followers from the streets where they can do the most damage? It doesn't make sense to me. Plus Amon seems to be very cool under pressure, and Tarrlok just demonstrated he's not. I need to see more before I make that conclusion.


And Ram, I think Blood Bending pretty much goes against everything the Avatar stands for. As for Metaling bending....I'll go with ya one that one. ;)

[PsYkOoOoO]

Maybe Tarrlok (or however you spell it) is actually Amon, and he absorbs the bending power of other benders in order for him to bend blood at will.

[Neverending]

I'm sure the Avatar could master them now, but it's probably not immediately custom to do so. They are both newer forms of bending, not having been discovered until the last generation of the Avatar.

Blood Bending requires a full moon. It's an extention of Water Bending.

Though interesting that they would elect to the Council the son of a man clearly under trial for something sinister.

I don't think anyone knows.

[PsYkOoOoO]

I hate the council. What a bunch of useless and incompetent *******s with zero opinions of their own. And how come the laws of Republic City lies on the shoulder of these five people? And, how come there are TWO water benders?

[DarthVader 2004]

I'm sure the Avatar could master them now, but it's probably not immediately custom to do so. They are both newer forms of bending, not having been discovered until the last generation of the Avatar.

If memory serves me the art of Bloodbending seems to be a revengeful act and Aang was an Air Nomad so i figure that kind of violent bending is something Aang may choose not to want to do. I however imagine Aang did know Metal Bending.

[Ramplate]

Can't wait until they get to cabbage bending ;)

[sshuttari]

I think it's safe to assume at this point Ammon is not Tarrok. But what is Tarrok's end game? To kidnapp Korra and do what exactly?? Kill her? Imprison her?

It's a very dumb move...

[Ramplate]

I still think he's Ammon.
He is succeeding in dividing benders and non benders with that law he pushed through and creating animosity between the two.

As for what he's going to do with her right now - who knows?

[Neverending]

I think it's safe to assume at this point Ammon is not Tarrok. But what is Tarrok's end game? To kidnapp Korra and do what exactly?? Kill her? Imprison her?

It's a very dumb move...

He's keeping her out of the way. With Aang missing, the Fire Kingdom rose to power. So, if Korra is gone, Amon is unstoppable.

[sshuttari]

Yeah but they had a battle in the government palace or whatever it is.... With no one noticing?

You don't think. That was stupid move that he won't get caught, or doesn't think anyone will know that he was the reason she's missing. He just put all her friends in prison big clues. He didn't really think this through... Let's see what the next episode brings...

[Neverending]

Yeah but they had a battle in the government palace or whatever it is.... With no one noticing?

They were the only ones in the building.

[sshuttari]

So no one is going to come back the next day and go... What happened oh and the avatar is missing... Put the 2 and 2 together

[DarthVader 2004]

I think Ammon is someone we have not seen yet. I think people are not wondering why Ammon really is after Benders and I don't think Tarrok is that smart really as Ammon seems to be.

[Neverending]

So no one is going to come back the next day and go... What happened oh and the avatar is missing... Put the 2 and 2 together

Tarlok will make up some crazy story and blame it on Amon.

[sshuttari]

This is true. But I think he should know korra's friends and mentor are going to figure it out. He's not smart for a government official.

[DarthVader 2004]

Could it be Tarlock is an instigator. Maybe he is not Amon or even working with him. What if he is pro benders and he could be the reason Amon is how he is. What i mean is could Tralock be the reason Amon hates Benders.

[Knerys]

I don't think anyone knows. Fair enough.

As for the debate, personally I need to see more. Kidnapping the Avatar and blaming it on Amon comes back the Martyr argument Amon talked about earlier...so it still doesn't make sense to me.

Plus Tarrlok just seemed so....unhinged! I need to see more! And its only Monday. :(


Curse this week!!

[Knerys]

Can't wait until they get to cabbage bending ;)

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[Ramplate]

lol funny

[Neverending]

Promo for this Saturday's episode:

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Questions will be answered. That's for sure. And adult Aang looks like a total badass.

[Knerys]

That does nothing to squelch my anticipation. -_-

[DarthVader 2004]

Grown up Aang seems a bit angry when he got older.

[Neverending]

People tend to look angry when they enter Avatar State.