[TV] The Legend of Korra - Page 25

On April 23 2012 09:39 Etrnity wrote:
Just a note of clarification, are we supposed to put new updates and thoughts into spoilers, or is the thread already assumed to be filled with spoilers? I don't mind using spoilers, but it gets a little inconvenient when there are many lines of quotes.

On April 23 2012 12:46 bittman wrote:
I find it interesting people think that because Korra's only missing element is air that there's nowhere for the series to go. A bit of imagination people, come on! =P

It's good they aren't just going to stick to a formula every time (hi Pokemon) but are hoping to explore some variety in story. So far I have to say it's to great effect with the strong female lead, a set environment and more mature themes. I'm really enjoying this season so far.

Re: Amon's identity. I don't think it's a "thing", but rather his scar story is true and he might personally feel his face must be hidden. I agree with the expectation that he is a bender, because Aang's ability was to bend the ability to bend which appeared to rely upon understanding bending. Of course this was taught to him by a mystical creature who appears to be linked with the spirit world. Regardless I like the Koh talk and I really do hope the spirit world is explored more this season.

I also like that they haven't flat out revealed everything in the first episode in some verbal diarrhoea. Like the current status of Zuko, or even the current Firelord. The other two sons of Aang/Katara. The history of Sokka, Suki, Azula, Toph, etc. And every episode gives you a tiny bit more information before raising more questions. Ahhh, to be able to write well in a world of fantasy is unfortunately a rare thing, but so far so good.

As a discussion point: The Last Airbender had a number of returning antagonists with the final boss of Ozai always a staple. If the anti-benders have other 'big boss' guys, what are you expecting? Just "better" chi blockers? Or perhaps that Tesla trooper guy is actually a big boss guy. Actually I wonder if we'll be seeing more of him. His voice and design was unique.

On April 23 2012 12:56 Tabbris wrote:
Im curious where the writers go with this. The equalist have a fair point. Bending gives the option of oppression. It would be hard to regulate to since bending is a natural thing a bender can do anytime anywhere. Whats exactly wrong with people not being able to bend anymore?

On April 23 2012 12:56 Tabbris wrote:
Im curious where the writers go with this. The equalist have a fair point. Bending gives the option of oppression. It would be hard to regulate to since bending is a natural thing a bender can do anytime anywhere. Whats exactly wrong with people not being able to bend anymore?

On April 23 2012 12:56 Tabbris wrote:
Im curious where the writers go with this. The equalist have a fair point. Bending gives the option of oppression. It would be hard to regulate to since bending is a natural thing a bender can do anytime anywhere. Whats exactly wrong with people not being able to bend anymore?

On April 23 2012 12:53 Etrnity wrote:


Not only this, but who's to say that the timeline of the first series is the same here, i.e. one element mastered a season. It could very well be that they get through this entire season just to reveal the identity of Amon, but take an additional season in order to defeat him. It could also be that it takes more time for her to learn air than one season. The possibilities are endless, and I think we shouldn't try to find too many time connections to the last one, so much as personal connections.

On April 23 2012 13:11 Perception wrote:
I find that the idea of "removing Bending from society" is similar to "removing Religion" in our world. Amon says that bending is the cause of all wars and problems in their world. Similarly, it can be said of religion in reality. Not necessarily to a super extent like in the show, but I still think that correlating the two definitely gives a better idea as to what Amon's rationality is. This series looks amazing, I can't wait to see what happens!

On April 23 2012 13:15 motbob wrote:

26 episodes is not a lot of time with which to construct a story. I mean, you can do it effectively, but you can't afford to put out episodes that don't fit into the broader scheme of things. We probably won't be seeing much filler at all; I would be surprised if more than one or two of the episodes in the series did not advance the plot significantly. Don't worry that there won't be much for Korra to do. I have a feeling that the pace of this series is going to feel rushed, if anything.

Recall that in season 3 of the original series, the show's writers had 21 episodes to execute what seemed like a fairly short plotline: Aang is in the Fire Nation, he needs to go defeat the Fire Lord. Yet the season seemed perfectly paced. Don't worry about where LoK is going. The show's creators know what they're doing. Just go along for the ride.

On April 23 2012 13:15 motbob wrote:

26 episodes is not a lot of time with which to construct a story. I mean, you can do it effectively, but you can't afford to put out episodes that don't fit into the broader scheme of things. We probably won't be seeing much filler at all; I would be surprised if more than one or two of the episodes in the series did not advance the plot significantly. Don't worry that there won't be much for Korra to do. I have a feeling that the pace of this series is going to feel rushed, if anything.

Recall that in season 3 of the original series, the show's writers had 21 episodes to execute what seemed like a fairly short plotline: Aang is in the Fire Nation, he needs to go defeat the Fire Lord. Yet the season seemed perfectly paced. Don't worry about where LoK is going. The show's creators know what they're doing. Just go along for the ride.

On April 23 2012 13:11 Perception wrote:
I find that the idea of "removing Bending from society" is similar to "removing Religion" in our world. Amon says that bending is the cause of all wars and problems in their world. Similarly, it can be said of religion in reality. Not necessarily to a super extent like in the show, but I still think that correlating the two definitely gives a better idea as to what Amon's rationality is. This series looks amazing, I can't wait to see what happens!

On April 23 2012 13:13 fishuu wrote:


Equality is all good and well, but Amon's plan right now is to forcefully remove a natural and integral part of a good number of people's lives, and the Equalists seem to think this is perfectly fine. The stuff that Amon is preaching could easily turn into oppression itself by looking down on benders and taking away their bending if it gets to a larger scale.

On April 23 2012 13:24 darkmetal505 wrote:
Series getting good. Amon's technique seems janky compared to Aang's/Lionturtle's though. Amon is only pressing the chakra in the head, where Aang pressed both the head and chest. Plus no celestial lights coming out. Seems more to me as a deeper chi block than energy bending.

On April 23 2012 13:25 Supamang wrote:

For all we know, Amon just did normal chi blocking, then took the guys to the back room and slit their throats (if it wasn't a kids show). And with that, everyone will believe that hes been given spiritual powers and word will spread. The whole idea that Amon can energy bend could be a "PR move" to gain recognition and influence