Avatar The Last Airbender (Anime or....?)

[sandwraith]

It's tough to classify Nick's latest craze, the Asian-inspired Avatar The Last Airbender with its unique blend of beautiful fluid animation, excellent script, well-developed characters and action-packed sequences. Avatar seems to break the mold of most American cartoons in recent years by inculcating the animation style of its Japanese counterparts yet somehow remaining true to its emphasis on storyline first rather that Japan's priority on eye-pleasing art with its campy love triangles, risque comedy and somewhat over-bloodied action sequences which can drag on four three or four episodes (i.e: Naruto, Dragon Ball). Personally I find that Avatar is a successful marriage between the two styles especially since its written by two Non-Asian Americans and is animated in South Korea. What do you guys think of the show?

[The Fonz]

I think it's boring.

[deathshead2]

I enjoy the show animation is fantastic I do hate those dvds they make though I really want box sets.

[sandwraith]

I think it's boring.

As compared to....?

So far I enjoy the characters of the story, having >ahem< downloaded the entire Book 1 and latest episodes from Book 2. A lot of my friends compare Avatar to Naruto. There are some similarities in terms of the ages of the two main characters but personally I like Avatar better because its just one of those shows that you feel at ease with. The best part is that it isn't draggy, it ain't a 200+ series with no end in sight yet through excellent writing, you get an idea of the cultures and societies that make up the world of Avatar.

Toph's my fave character so far though Zuko has a special place in my heart ever since Zuko Alone

[WallCrawl]

I found the show a little boring at the beginning as well. But thanks to the serial nature of the show, they've been able to develop some natural and organic character development, especially in regards to Zuko.

The series started to grow on me around episode 7-8, and by the end of the first season became extremly enjoyable. Even though the show takes many visual and stylistic cues from anime, I enjoy the fact that it doesn't rely so much on the kind of shortcuts anime does, which gives the show a fresh, kinetic feel to it.

[sandwraith]

I especially enjoy the straight-forward fight scenes. No sudden pauses or self-indulgent thought sequences that are all too common in anime. Also the fighters seem to have very accurate representations of their styles. For example Aang who is a monk has a very defensive fighting style as compared to Zuko who is definitely more aggressive with his fighting technique which is based on Northern Shaolin. Katara's fluid body movement represents Tai Chi and Earthbending's high impact blows either represent Chinese boxing, Silat, Hung Gar or a mix of the three. The fights are relatively short as compared to anime but the movements in the fights are truly something to behold, best example being the footwork shown by Aang and Zuko in the episode: Bato of The Water Tribe. Excellent stuff. Plus there are no "Secret techniques" or unstoppable hidden moves so far anyway. Keep on it guys! Its a great show even if it is more for kids

[Tsunulia]

I'm pretty sure that the creators stated that the show is not an anime. Still pretty cool though.

[WallCrawl]

vatar may benefit from being able to garner more discussion here than in the Misc TV section.

[WallCrawl]

I especially enjoy the straight-forward fight scenes. No sudden pauses or self-indulgent thought sequences that are all too common in anime. Also the fighters seem to have very accurate representations of their styles. For example Aang who is a monk has a very defensive fighting style as compared to Zuko who is definitely more aggressive with his fighting technique which is based on Northern Shaolin. Katara's fluid body movement represents Tai Chi and Earthbending's high impact blows either represent Chinese boxing, Silat, Hung Gar or a mix of the three. The fights are relatively short as compared to anime but the movements in the fights are truly something to behold, best example being the footwork shown by Aang and Zuko in the episode: Bato of The Water Tribe. Excellent stuff. Plus there are no "Secret techniques" or unstoppable hidden moves so far anyway. Keep on it guys! Its a great show even if it is more for kids

The low-set stance and short, quick power thrusts of the Earthbenders definitely remind me of Hung Gar. There's definitely been a lot of work and detail put into the show.

[Dorian Gray]

Its a cross between Anime and American anitmation..its always been referred to as a "blend" of sorts by the shows creators and Nick since the begining of the show. Its rather slow at times but when it hits the action I'm always impressed.

....and I beleive they based the bending on these styles of Kung Fu

Earth Bending - Hung Gar
Water Bending - Tai Chi
Air Bending - Bagwa
Fire Bending - Northern Shaolin Kung Fu

[Dorian Gray]

I enjoy the show animation is fantastic I do hate those dvds they make though I really want box sets.


Yea, I hated that as well...I bet once I get all the DVD's of Book 1 they'll have a Box set.:mad:

Hell, Xiaolin Showdown is getting its on DVD season box set:confused: I mean I like the show but damn why not Avatar?

[sandwraith]

Maybe because the season is reasonably shorter than Xiaolin Showdown. Also, XS is a WB cartoon and WB are known for making a lot of box sets: Batman, Justice League, Superfriends...etc etc. Avatar is probably Nick's first really good action series but as I said, as compared to XS season length, Avatar is much shorter. Also a difference in marketing strategies could be a reason, Nick and WB might have diff work ethics.

I'm not familiar with Bagwa, is it a variation of Shaolin or another Chinese discipline?

[Dorian Gray]

Maybe because the season is reasonably shorter than Xiaolin Showdown. Also, XS is a WB cartoon and WB are known for making a lot of box sets: Batman, Justice League, Superfriends...etc etc. Avatar is probably Nick's first really good action series but as I said, as compared to XS season length, Avatar is much shorter. Also a difference in marketing strategies could be a reason, Nick and WB might have diff work ethics.

I'm not familiar with Bagwa, is it a variation of Shaolin or another Chinese discipline?

I beleive it's a style of its own...I don't have extensive knowledge of Chinese Martial arts since I studied Japanese styles....

Bagwa uses Qigong techniques and philosophy merged with a circular style of twisting martial techniques including evasive footwork and palm changes. Open hand forms are fluid and always moving. There is little emphasis on static stance training.

Its can also be called "Circle Fighting" for example the Bagwa walk is a one of the forms taught in Bagwa. A practitioner walks in circle holding various positions and executing changes in direction through short series of movements..

On a side note, I'm very intersted in learning Bagwa in addtion to my Akido/Jujitsu but its difficult to find a place that teaches it.

[sandwraith]

Most Japanese styles have roots in Chinese disciplines if I'm not mistaken however I tend to note that Chinese styles tend to place a lot of emphasis on quick movements and footwork whereas Japanese styles tend to believe more in balance and calculated strikes, so they don't move as much.

I learn neither but I did have training in Silat (my country's native MA). I generally sucked at it but have always appreciated its fluid simplicity. I note that Silat is like a mix of the two theories: Fluid as Water, Solid as Rock. Low stances and Gerakkan Bunga makes it alot more difficult to master so I never really went any further than how to throw a decent punch. Out of curiousity, are there any characters in comics or otherwise that use Silat. All I know is Baraka (whom uses a style of silat which is probably fabricated). Are there any other fictional Silat masters out there?

[sandwraith]

The Chase just aired two nights ago and I'm quite disappointed at the lack of action though I did enjoy the episode in terms of content. Toph's presence and interaction with Iroh was enjoyable to watch and the fight between Zuko and Azula, though brief, was rather entertaining, revealing just how big the gap between them is. However the episode raises some questions when Zuko is concerned:

-In Zuko Alone and The Blue Spirit, Zuko appears to be skilled in the Dual broadswords and so far is the only Firebender to use weapons while bending. However in his fight with Azula, Zuko chose not to fight with the blades that he is proficient with, which could very well have been his edge over his sister. Why?

-Zuko's goals seems blurred. In this episode, he still seems fixated on capturing Aang in hopes of restoring his place in the Fire Nation. However in previous episodes he seems to have given up on this aim. Did he simply want to get in Azula's way?

Also, in a synopsis provided by Wiki, Toph will be absent from the cast list after the next episode leaving me to wonder why. Toph seems likable to me. I only hope this is temporary. Speaking of which, why is there such a big gap between episodes for Avatar?

[Chris Wallace]

if someone could help me-I need pics of this character.

[Tsunulia]

http://img320.imageshack.us/img320/6274/cast0di.jpg

[SapphirePrima]

Speaking of which, why is there such a big gap between episodes for Avatar?


Cause Nick is stupid :o they do the same thing with Danny Phantom:mad: :down

[Mandi-chan]

I love this show, it's beautifully animated and has such a rich and entertaining story!

[Quiet-Storm]

THE TOP 5 REASONS TO LOVE AVATAR

5. Avatar is by far one of the best genre-hybrids I've ever seen; combining the best elements of Japanese and American animation.

4. The show makes it a point NOT to involve itself with one-dimensional characters. All the characters have two sides and even the "villains" of the show have a human side.

3. The fight scenes, although brief by anime standards, are always innovative and cool. The characters rarely ever repeat moves and the unique fighting styles are always apparent even across geography and the shows two seasons.

2. The art is a testimony itself of the shows aesthetic value, fluidly blending a gorgeous pallette of colors.

1. The thing I love, more than anything, is that the show has such a great since of humor. Even in the face of impending doom the characters always have a joke to tell.

[Dorian Gray]

THE TOP 5 REASONS TO LOVE AVATAR

5. Avatar is by far one of the best genre-hybrids I've ever seen; combining the best elements of Japanese and American animation.

4. The show makes it a point NOT to involve itself with one-dimensional characters. All the characters have two sides and even the "villains" of the show have a human side.

3. The fight scenes, although brief by anime standards, are always innovative and cool. The characters rarely ever repeat moves and the unique fighting styles are always apparent even across geography and the shows two seasons.

2. The art is a testimony itself of the shows aesthetic value, fluidly blending a gorgeous pallette of colors.

1. The thing I love, more than anything, is that the show has such a great since of humor. Even in the face of impending doom the characters always have a joke to tell.

Without resprting to annoying chibi character crazyness.

[nogap87]

Avatar and Danny Phantom are the only reasons I look at Nickelodeon.


I miss the days of "Pete and Pete" and "Are you Afraid of the Dark?"

[deathshead2]

Just to let you all know avitar is now coming out in a 6 disk box set this sept. YAY.

[sandwraith]

Great, but I'll wait for Book Two to finish first. I really don't like the big gap between episodes but Avatar is one of those shows which is worth the wait

[Rowen]

I'm impressed on how good this show is. i like it alot. hopefulley this thead can be a talkback for the episodes.

[sandwraith]

I'd really like that but with the irregularity of episode releases, its kind of hard to keep up or stay interested. Unless we talk about previous episodes and such. I'm game for that.

A little OT but where can I post jRPG ideas on SHH? I've been meaning to get this storyline for a game off my chest but haven't gotten around to doing it out of fear of 0 replies. Any good sites or other forums you could recommend?

[deathshead2]

Just watched epsiode 9 of the 2ed book. Theres alot of foreshadowing of uncles deaths, and Zuko joining the group with uncles speech about the elements. This show is fantastic its gets even better when its about Zuko.

[The Question]

I've really gotten into this series. First really good think Nikelodian has put out in a while. However, while the art style is Japanese influenced, it's made by an American studio. But whatever.



Also, someone mentioned character depth a while ago. I must agree, this is one of the few kid oriented shows with relatively complex characters on both sides of the conflict. The only character who seems kind of two dimensional is Azula. She seems like your standard manipulative *****. It would be interesting if the writers gave her a bit more depth. Maybe show her when she's not being the world's youngest assasin and what her personal life is like. Or something.

[sandwraith]

There have been hints that Azula is crazy. Her fixation with her grandfather's possible death and how she tried to scare Zuko by claiming that Ozai wa going to kill him must prove some degree of insanity.I think Ozai favors her because like himself, Azula is the second child. I guess Iroh was the more favored of the two so maybe Ozai hated him. This could be genetic since Azula does hate Zuko for some reason, possibly because Zuko is the firstborn.

The depth of even the temporary characters are also explored. I particularly like General Fong, the Earthbender general from The Avatar State. It showed that they're were bad guys on both sides of the fence. There was also Jet and Haru. Though their appearances were brief, you feel for them, Haru in particular. I'm really impressed on how much content they can squeeze into a 24 minute episode.

I really don't think Uncle's going to die. Uncle ROCKS man. He's one of the reasons I keep watching Avatar. I really liked the episode The Waterbending Scroll where he forces Zuko to follow in him in his search for a Lotus tile. Very cool fat guy. Nothing's cooler than a cool fat dude.

[deathshead2]

I still think he is going to die way to much foreshadowing of it. I really liked the episode where zuko helped save that kid who befriend him but after he told everyone his name they made him leave just because he was a firebender. Also more than likely Zuko will teach the Avatar airbending.

[The Question]

There have been hints that Azula is crazy. Her fixation with her grandfather's possible death and how she tried to scare Zuko by claiming that Ozai wa going to kill him must prove some degree of insanity.I think Ozai favors her because like himself, Azula is the second child. I guess Iroh was the more favored of the two so maybe Ozai hated him. This could be genetic since Azula does hate Zuko for some reason, possibly because Zuko is the firstborn.

Well, an interesting thing I've noticed. King Ozai did not start the world war. His grandfather did. Ozai is an imperialist dictator simply because he was raised to be an imperialist dictator. And it seems the same with Azula. It would be interesting if they explored that with her. She's obviously ****ed up, and it might be interesting if she actually realized that.

[sandwraith]

I don't think so. Ozai was probably not groomed to become heir to the throne. Iroh was. And between them, Iroh seemed much more principled even in war. Sozen, Iroh and Ozai's grandfather did start the war when "Sozen's Comet" arrived, increasing the natural strength of Firebending. However it is probable that after the comet passed, the Fire Nation could not repeat its massive military feats which is why the war has dragged on for nearly a hundred years. It's likely that Azulon and Iroh share the same principles while Ozai might see himself as the reincarnation of Sozen or something since Sozen's Comet is approaching at Summer's End. Ozai is ambitious and cruel, but I think he did love his wife Ursa very much. Maybe his cruelty and hatred for Zuko might be attributed to whatever happend to her.

I think Aang has learned the basics of Firebending from a deserter/master named Jeong Jeong. I don't think Zuko will be willing to teach Aang unless it is a request by his Uncle, whom I hope does not die. I really like the guy. My favorite Zuko moment (its funny that lots of Avatar fans like Zuko more than Aang...hmm...) was when he sat with that girl Song from The Cave of Two Lovers. I really hope they meet again

[deathshead2]

I don't want Uncle to die either but like I said foreshadowing.I also like the fact that Zuko is much better with swords then with firebending.

[sandwraith]

Lets hope not. Uncle seems more of a teacher anyways. Heh. Funny how everyone seems to prefer calling him Uncle than Iroh. I think because Zuko was never really good at Firebending to begin with, he chose to take up Dual Swords. Maybe its frowned upon by Firebenders since as a member of the Royal Family, he should be very skilled at Firebending, while Swordsmanship and other fighting styles are for lower-class soldiers. But maybe thats why he can bend while using weapons at the same time

[The Question]

I don't think so. Ozai was probably not groomed to become heir to the throne. Iroh was. And between them, Iroh seemed much more principled even in war. Sozen, Iroh and Ozai's grandfather did start the war when "Sozen's Comet" arrived, increasing the natural strength of Firebending. However it is probable that after the comet passed, the Fire Nation could not repeat its massive military feats which is why the war has dragged on for nearly a hundred years. It's likely that Azulon and Iroh share the same principles while Ozai might see himself as the reincarnation of Sozen or something since Sozen's Comet is approaching at Summer's End. Ozai is ambitious and cruel, but I think he did love his wife Ursa very much. Maybe his cruelty and hatred for Zuko might be attributed to whatever happend to her.

Very true. But I was talking more about Ozai's imperialist aditude. His veiw is that the Fire Nation needs to expands and become the main world super power because it's they're "destiny." That is only because those veiws were instilled in him by his father and grandfather from an early age. It really would be an interesting angle to explore how Ozai and Azula are simply products of their upbringing, and how Zuko and Iroh probably would have ended up similarly if their lives hadn't put them at odds with the Fire Nation.

[sandwraith]

The show is about Ying and Yang. I guess Azula and Zuko, Ozai and Iroh are simply part of that cycle. Of course, I don't think it could get any deeper than that. Zuko and Iroh are probably there to show that not all of the Fire Nation is evil, much like the difference in Admiral Zhao and Jeong Jeong. One could go on as to why Ozai wishes to carry out this war after so long but ultimately it boils down to who will truly triumph, whose will is stronger and who can see their destiny through.

[The Question]

Fair points. Still, I think it would be interesting to explore how Ozai is an imperialist simply because that was his upbringing.

[sandwraith]

Well the series is slated for about 60 episodes so I'm sure they could squeeze in an Azula/Ozai backstory. Personally I hope they show how and why Iroh made his pilgrimage to the Spirit World which they have not really explained since mentioning it way back in the Siege of the North. Why I'm convinced that Uncle is not going to die. I hope.

[sandwraith]

Also, as seen in Zuko Alone, both Ozai and Azula seemed to be well read in history so maybe they're the "Living for the past" types

[The Question]

Possibly. Truth be told, they're the most two dimensional characters on the show. Ozai's your standard evil dictator and Azula's your standard crazy assasin *****. A little backstory and character developement with them would be nice. At the very least, show a little bit of Azula's personal life. I mean, she can't be a crazy assasin ***** all the time. I'd think she has friends and something resembling a social life when she's not, you know, killing people.

[WallCrawl]

Possibly. Truth be told, they're the most two dimensional characters on the show. Ozai's your standard evil dictator and Azula's your standard crazy assasin *****. A little backstory and character developement with them would be nice. At the very least, show a little bit of Azula's personal life. I mean, she can't be a crazy assasin ***** all the time. I'd think she has friends and something resembling a social life when she's not, you know, killing people.

I'm sure they'll get to it. Keep in mind both Zuko and Iroh were fairly 2-dimensional characters atthe beginning of the series, simply filling in the villian and comic relief/foil roles, respectively. It took an entire season of paced storytelling and unfolding to build their arcs, background stories and give layers of depth to their relationship.

Azula's just been introduced. I'd rather they take their time like they did with Iroh and Zuko.

[The Question]

Very good point. I'm just saying, I'd like to see it happen eventually. My veiw has always been that the villains usually have the more interesting backstories.

[Rowen]

I'd really like that but with the irregularity of episode releases, its kind of hard to keep up or stay interested. Unless we talk about previous episodes and such. I'm game for that.

A little OT but where can I post jRPG ideas on SHH? I've been meaning to get this storyline for a game off my chest but haven't gotten around to doing it out of fear of 0 replies. Any good sites or other forums you could recommend?

its not really that hard to stay interested. you just have to look for the little subtilies that spark your interest. new epsidoes come on every friday night at 8:00. sometimes i have trouble remembering that, other times i don't. but im going to start making talkback threads for this show, since no else is doing it.

i mean toonzone has thier talkbacks for avatar & so does animation insider. the same thing with naruto. i alaways wondered why nobody made a talkback for naruto, when alot of people on the SHH boards watch it.

[sandwraith]

This just in:

In Bitter Work, Aang begins his Earthbending training with Toph. But forget about that!! The most important thing is that Uncle LIVES!!!

Discuss!!!!!!

[Rowen]

Im starting to get used to the characters names, personalities, & placements. bare with me if i spell names wrong or hit & miss with scenerio's. the best part i liked about the ep, was iroh's & zuko's philosophy training.

first off, i love philosophy. since i use it in my daily life, & second you can never get enough of wisdom. having alot of wisdom does indeed set you apart from alot of other people. but when iroh was explaining the elemenets to zuko,

it was like a breath of fresh air. i miss alot of philoso[hy in shows, today shows do need more of it these days. but the rest of the ep where anng is learning to earth bend from troph, & sokka being stuck in a hole, just lost my interest from thier on out.

i wish the whole ep could of been about zukko's training. & im hopeing they will show him catch his lightning so he can bend the element of lightning.

[Dorian Gray]

In Bitter Work Iroh had one of the best lines IMO regarding Azula...

Zuko - Its only a matter of time before I run into Azula again, I need to learn more advanced Fire Bending to stand a chance against her........*to Iroh* I know what you're going to say, shes my sister and I need to get along with her

Iroh - No, shes crazy and needs to go down.

For some reason the way he said it is what struck me as really funny.

[Rowen]

In Bitter Work Iroh had one of the best lines IMO regarding Azula...

Zuko - Its only a matter of time before I run into Azula again, I need to learn more advanced Fire Bending to stand a chance against her........*to Iroh* I know what you're going to say, shes my sister and I need to get along with her

Iroh - No, shes crazy and needs to go down.

For some reason the way he said it is what struck me as really funny.

I dunno, for me, i really never laughed at that part. i just thought it was really plausible though.

[Dorian Gray]

I dunno, for me, i really never laughed at that part. i just thought it was really plausible though.


I Dunno, I agree it wasn't really funny...I guess because we were thinking it and saying it in this thread and then he said that line I chuckled a bit.*shurgs*

What gets me about the last few episodes is Katara.... In The Water Bending Master and The Seige of the North she was bad ass and could stand her ground(we saw that in The Water Bending Master). It gave me the impression that she was or will be a Water Bending prodigy.

Makes me wonder why there is dips and rises in her powers. In The Swamp episode she showed some great moves and seemed to be incredibly fast but when fighting Ty lee, Mai, and Azula she rarely does a thing....fear or not she is obvioulsy a very skilled and powerful Water Bender and should be able to at least take Mai or Ty Lee down.

[sandwraith]

With Ty and Mai, it might have been psychological since Ty Lee can apparently cut off Katara's bending by hitting certain spots. Sorta like acupuncture maybe. A bender who can't bend must terrify her and she always has to be careful not to take a hit while Ty with her skills must be trained to take down Benders.

My guess is that Katara is ost comfortable in places where there is a large abundance of Water, when its night and the full Moon is up and when she's well rested and confident. Don't forget in the Chase, she like everyone else was exhausted. Add that to paranoia and even the most able of fighters can falter

[taskmaster]

sss

[Lucy in the sky]

I've been watching this show on and off because the timeslot keeps changing on me why?!

[sandwraith]

Something I'd like to know too. The changes in the timeslot make it hard for anyone to keep up. If I read wiki right, we'll only be seeing the next up on July 2. I'm not sure if its production problems or just terrible timing on Nick's part

[Rowen]

Something I'd like to know too. The changes in the timeslot make it hard for anyone to keep up. If I read wiki right, we'll only be seeing the next up on July 2. I'm not sure if its production problems or just terrible timing on Nick's part

see ive been pondering about this to, if avatar went on break or not!!. cause i haven't seen any new epsidoes in awhile. but you say that nick moved it to a new timeslot. what time does it come on then??? cause new eps where coming on at 8:00 on fridays.

[SapphirePrima]

Hey did anyone catch the Fury of Aang? I really liked it... I think we should move this to Misc. Tv shows.

[WallCrawl]

see ive been pondering about this to, if avatar went on break or not!!. cause i haven't seen any new epsidoes in awhile. but you say that nick moved it to a new timeslot. what time does it come on then??? cause new eps where coming on at 8:00 on fridays.

The last episode to air prior to this weekend was Bitter Work, on May 2nd. According to TV.com, Two new episodes called The Library and The Desert aired just this past Friday. After that, new episodes won't air until September 15th.

http://www.tv.com/avatar-the-last-airbender/show/28841/episode_listings.html?season=2

I have no idea whether new episodes actually aired or not. Did anyone check?

[SapphirePrima]

The last episode to air prior to this weekend was Bitter Work, on May 2nd. According to TV.com, Two new episodes called The Library and The Desert aired just this past Friday. After that, new episodes won't air until September 15th.

http://www.tv.com/avatar-the-last-airbender/show/28841/episode_listings.html?season=2

I have no idea whether new episodes actually aired or not. Did anyone check?

Yes, the last epp that was on was The Desert.

[Rowen]

Yes, the last epp that was on was The Desert.

i caught a little bit of that epsidoe. but i was so caught up in the naruto marathon that i didn't watch alot of it.

[Tsunulia]

I didn't quite like Fury of Aang. Aang was just way too dang irretable for me to enjoy it :down

[SapphirePrima]

I didn't quite like Fury of Aang. Aang was just way too dang irretable for me to enjoy it :down

Toph and Sokka stole the show. That's not really the first time he got mad like that anyway.

Toph-"There it is!... That's what you guys would of said if we'd ever find that place"

[Tsunulia]

Sokka cracked me up though :D "Hey a mushroom! I wonder if it's friendly..."

[xwolverine2]

this show is incredible......i cant wait to see avatar vs. fire nation lord.

i have bought all the dvds so far.

[sandwraith]

Damn, I've been away too long. So, it turns out that the Rough-Rhinos are a unit of elite weapons masters and Uncle Iroh's fixation on Pai Sho isn't just a hobby but as part of a sort of secret society for old foggies. As per usual, Sokka's sarcasm and ridiculous antics stole the show (well, most of it) but I felt that it was lacking in action

[NateGray]

THE TOP 5 REASONS TO LOVE AVATAR

5. Avatar is by far one of the best genre-hybrids I've ever seen; combining the best elements of Japanese and American animation.

4. The show makes it a point NOT to involve itself with one-dimensional characters. All the characters have two sides and even the "villains" of the show have a human side.

3. The fight scenes, although brief by anime standards, are always innovative and cool. The characters rarely ever repeat moves and the unique fighting styles are always apparent even across geography and the shows two seasons.

2. The art is a testimony itself of the shows aesthetic value, fluidly blending a gorgeous pallette of colors.

1. The thing I love, more than anything, is that the show has such a great since of humor. Even in the face of impending doom the characters always have a joke to tell.


:up:

[NateGray]

There have been hints that Azula is crazy. Her fixation with her grandfather's possible death and how she tried to scare Zuko by claiming that Ozai wa going to kill him must prove some degree of insanity.I think Ozai favors her because like himself, Azula is the second child. I guess Iroh was the more favored of the two so maybe Ozai hated him. This could be genetic since Azula does hate Zuko for some reason, possibly because Zuko is the firstborn.

The depth of even the temporary characters are also explored. I particularly like General Fong, the Earthbender general from The Avatar State. It showed that they're were bad guys on both sides of the fence. There was also Jet and Haru. Though their appearances were brief, you feel for them, Haru in particular. I'm really impressed on how much content they can squeeze into a 24 minute episode.

I really don't think Uncle's going to die. Uncle ROCKS man. He's one of the reasons I keep watching Avatar. I really liked the episode The Waterbending Scroll where he forces Zuko to follow in him in his search for a Lotus tile. Very cool fat guy. Nothing's cooler than a cool fat dude.


Uncle is awesome and a badass as well :)

Overall I think its one of the best shows on television myself.

[sandwraith]

Welcome aboard the "We love Iroh" club Nate. It's a small following but I see great things in the near future. I just wish Nick could get its act together and be a little more frequent in airing times. Yeah, its a GREAT show but even diehard fans have limits to their patience

[SapphirePrima]

http://avatarportal.tripod.com/watchepisodes.html


hey if you guys missed some epps.

[Tsunulia]

Well, now that Mako is dead, who do you think they'll get to replace him for Iroh?

[borinquenknight]

I enjoy the show animation is fantastic I do hate those dvds they make though I really want box sets.

Same here. I just picked up Book 1 Vol 4 and it really is unnecessary. Its Nick's way of squeezing every last dollar out of it.

[sandwraith]

Well, now that Mako is dead, who do you think they'll get to replace him for Iroh?

Damn, Tsun. You know when I read this I thought you were joking but I did my search and Mako really is dead. Man...rest in peace Uncle. I dunno, Mako really nailed the Iroh character well. I loved his work as Aku too. This is a real blow to the show.

[Tsunulia]

Ya, who knows where Iroh's character will go now if they can't get some one else to nail the part :(

[Rowen]

I didn't belive he died either. & this was the same guy who was supposed to play master splinter in the new TMNT cgi movie. R.I.P.

[The Question]

Damn. I keep missing alot of episodes. Probably because I can never remember what time the show's on.

[Dorian Gray]

Damn. I keep missing alot of episodes. Probably because I can never remember what time the show's on.


Its rarely played on Nick these days, lately we have been bogged down by an over abundance of Spongebob, Fairly Oddparents, and Teennick shows. Nicktoons Network replays the first season back to back for an hour on the weekdays and occasionally on weekends.

Also, now that they brought over Kappa Mikey from Nicktoons Network and introduced Shuriken School we will probably see less of Avatar.....maybe the fall schedule will show promise for Avatar but I doubt it. :(

[DBella]

Damn. I keep missing alot of episodes. Probably because I can never remember what time the show's on.
Same here. I watched the first season and totally missed out on most of that come after. I recently started watching it again on ON DEMAND and fell in love with the show all over again.

New Avatar movie (The Secret of the Fire Nation) will air on Nickelodeon 9/15 @ 8/7 C.

I agreed with you Dbella, i think it's a great show as well. Don't want to bump this thread up, so lets talk about it in the right forum. :up:

At the right thread now. :)

Oh, the complete Book 1 DVD collection comes out on 9/19. :up:

[storyteller]

Just for the record we all know this show isnt anime at all. The style is more anime but made by korean animators.

[Jecht]

Its an awesome show, and I consider it anime, because just so dang good.

Dude, post in here.

Avatar: The Last Airbender is not anime. It's a Nickelodeon show. Ergo, not anime. The exact definition of anime suggests that in order for something to be anime it must be animated by the Japanese.

I agree it's a good show but that doesn't mean it's anime. For instance Real Monsters, Hey Arnold, and Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends are GREAT shows but they're not anime.

[SapphirePrima]

Anyone catch Secret of the Fire Nation?

[Dorian Gray]

It kind of suprised me that it turned out to be a giant drill and not a Zepplin(s) like the one The Fire Nation salvaged in "The Northern Air Temple"(though I hope that will be revisited later on)

....and Sokka gets play, seriously Yue, Suki, Ty Lee thinks he's attractive, and Toph seems like she as a mild crush on him as well.

[WallCrawl]

Anyone catch Secret of the Fire Nation?

I completely forgot that it was airing last night. I'll have to see if I can download it.

[Assassin]

i love this show, even though i've only seen 5 or 6 episodes. i'm getting the whole season 1 on tuesday

[xwolverine2]

i saw secret of the fire nation......

i thought it was gonna be a movie...........not two episodes.

still awesome though

[SapphirePrima]

i saw secret of the fire nation......

i thought it was gonna be a movie...........not two episodes.

still awesome though

Nick annoys me when they do that. But as always Toph had the best lines. This wasn't as exciting as I hoped. The Aang and Azula fight wasn't as fun to watch as the one in the Chase. There also wasn't any Secret of the Fire Nation mention.

Sokka: It's too dark! I can't see anything.:wow:
Toph: What a nightmare.:o

[Dorian Gray]

Nick annoys me when they do that. But as always Toph had the best lines. This wasn't as exciting as I hoped. The Aang and Azula fight wasn't as fun to watch as the one in the Chase. There also wasn't any Secret of the Fire Nation mention.

Sokka: It's too dark! I can't see anything.:wow:
Toph: What a nightmare.:o

Edit: After watching it again it was mentioned, Suki stated there was a rumor that the Fire Nation was working on something and they didn't want anyone to find out..

Though I agree it wasn't that exciting......I was glad to see that Aang used both Water Bending(mildly) and Earth Bending rather than just Air Bending in his battle with Azula.

[The Question]

Argh! I can't believe I missed the special three times in a row. Is cuk so bad. :(

[deathshead2]

Dang avatar is so sweet. Its one of the best animated shows possible ever created.

[Dorian Gray]

City of Walls and Secrets

Did anyone catch this tonight's episode?

[deathshead2]

Crap I forgot they air new episodes now crap.:(

[SapphirePrima]

City of Walls and Secrets

Did anyone catch this tonight's episode?


yeah. That aunt Judieene/Judy ladies were quite creepy. Still no Appa:csad: I found Jet somewhat annoying in this epp.

[Tsunulia]

Jet's annoying whenever we see him. I thought Zuko handled himself quite well in the fight with him. He stayed so calm :up:

[Dorian Gray]

It was suprising that Ba Sing Se is in fact a Totalitarian "Utopia" that is not only divided by class but controled by a Secret Society like military. Along with Deception, and Fear they also seem to use Mind Control/Brainwashing on those they deem a danger to thier well ordered society.

Interesting though there is much crime in the city that is so hell bent on perserving peace, culture and order.

[Dorian Gray]

yeah. That aunt Judieene/Judy ladies were quite creepy. Still no Appa:csad: I found Jet somewhat annoying in this epp.

I'm starting to think Appa's "kidnapping" was not just a black market trade seeing how the Leader of Ba Sing Se's Dai Li knew about him.

[sandwraith]

I've got a gut feeling that there is no Earth King, which is how Long Feng (the Dai Lihead honcho) has so much power. Either that, or its a child-king ala The Last Emperor. Once again the show's humor really makes me happy

Jet: These two are Firebenders! I saw the old man heating his tea
Earth Kingdom Soldier: He works in a tea shop.

Really great stuff. The Dai Li are pretty cool too. Still, lots of i's to dot and t's to cross like who are the White Lotus Society, who is the Earth King, when will Aang master Firebending and who will Zuko date?!

By the by, Azula is one really tough sister from the way she fought. I doubt a normal Firebender could contend with three bending styles simultaneously

[Swordmaster]

This last episode was pretty good. I got sad at the end of Iroh's Tale, though

[Tsunulia]

Did it seem like the replacement voice was in there for a moment? It all sounded like Mako, but he sounded funny when he was talking to the kids playing ball. :huh:


I cried a little at the end :csad: :up:

[sandwraith]

I'm really glad they dedicated that heart-wrenching sequence to Mako. Really was the icing on the cake. Now my curiousity is piqued: How did Lu Ten die?

I like the Jen (sp?) character. Hope she makes a comeback

[Tsunulia]

A lot of the character traits seemed insanely off to me. Like Sokka. I think he got a little too smart for a minute there :huh:

[sandwraith]

If you mean "smart"-assed, that's right up Sokka's alley really. It seems the producers are trying to show just how smooth Sokka is with the ladies while Zuko is as "smooth" as Dolly Parton is flatchested:whatever: . I did have one complaint though, the arrangement of the sequences could have been better. I feel that Iroh's tale should have been the last since it was probably the best and most important.

I'm wondering if this episode was done by Mako before his passing because aside from the "Earthball" scene, Iroh's voice was right on character. If it's a replacement then I can rest easy a little knowing that it ain't that bad

[deathshead2]

Did it seem like the replacement voice was in there for a moment? It all sounded like Mako, but he sounded funny when he was talking to the kids playing ball. :huh:


I cried a little at the end :csad: :up:You heard it too I see thought it was only me. I think Mako only got a few of his lines in before he died and the rest is don by the replacment voice. We will more than likely hear more of the replacement voice in the future.

[Tsunulia]

Well no doubt we'll hear it again unless Iroh dies :p






I think I just made myself sad :csad:

[Dorian Gray]

I missed it but thats what DVR and the Internet is for.

[Swordmaster]

Youtube :up:

[Swordmaster]

Brave Soldier Boy

Leaves from the vine,
Falling so slow,
Like fragile, tiny shells,
Drifting in the foam,
Brave soldier boy,
Come marching home,
Brave soldier boy,
Comes marching home.

Gets me sad everytime :csad:

[Tsunulia]

Thanks for the words there SM :up: It was a little hard to tell the first words over the music.

[cabel]

Tales of Ba Sing Se got me hooked on the series, I immediatley bought the Book 1 set.

[sandwraith]

Tales of Ba Sing Se got me hooked on the series, I immediatley bought the Book 1 set.

weird. tales was generally a lot more boring as compared to other episodes. still, a good call. you'll like Book 1 if you're into light hearted adventure series. book 2 is a little more storyline driven

[cabel]

I think I liked Tales because, being a newb to the series, it was a nice way to get introduced to characters

[sandwraith]

I think I liked Tales because, being a newb to the series, it was a nice way to get introduced to characters

Sure is. Too bad it's probably the last ep where Iroh was voiced by the late and great Mako. You'll really dig Book 1 though Zuko's a bit of a jerk with no fashion sense then.

[Goddessreicho]

OMG!!! I'm so glad I found this thread. I saw Tales and it was first episode I saw and instanly fell in love with this potential masterpeice. So I got my hands on the first two books thus far and let me say, WOW!

The complex story, in depth characters, and great one-liners, it leaves me speechless. Oh yeah, the fight and magic scenes aren't slouchy either.

I was amazed when I reconized the quality voice acting.

I know that it isn't technically anime, but I think its far better than TT and it could be dubbed as American Anime. The lips machting the words gave it away as American, but I love the art.

I can't wait for more.

Sorry, I'm so late in the game with this, but does any one have any spoilers, or thoughts on who is going to finish teaching Ang firebending?

Who's going to take out Ozai, or Azula? Will Zuko not get cold feet on his next date with whats-her-face (who was awsome, btw)? Will Sokka end up with Toph or Suki? Will Iroh ever get his rightful place on the throne?

Thoughts, opinons, answers???

[The Overlord]

Possibly. Truth be told, they're the most two dimensional characters on the show. Ozai's your standard evil dictator and Azula's your standard crazy assasin *****. A little backstory and character developement with them would be nice. At the very least, show a little bit of Azula's personal life. I mean, she can't be a crazy assasin ***** all the time. I'd think she has friends and something resembling a social life when she's not, you know, killing people.

Azula is a psychopath, she sees others merely tools to be used. It seem 2-D but a lot of people are like that in real life.

[HandOfFate]

Sorry, I'm so late in the game with this, but does any one have any spoilers, or thoughts on who is going to finish teaching Ang firebending?

I don't know why but I keep feeling that it's going to be Zuko's mom. After the Firelord was killed/passed away, Zuko and Azula's mom disappeared from the palace and hasn't been seen since.(IIRC)

She would be a semi-logical person to teach Aang how to firebend, if you ask me.:cwink:

[cabel]

I had the impression that Zuko would reluctantly become Aang's tutor.

[Goddessreicho]

edit

[Goddessreicho]

Hi HOF! Nice to see you.

I think that Azula killed her mother and King Grandpa. Here's why. During Ozai's audience with his father he had asked for him to revoke Iroh's birthrite. King Grandpa flat out refused.

The next thing that happens is that King Grap's is dead, Ozai is King, Iroh is out. Axula and Ozai are just alike. Both are second born ambitious evil bastards that will do anything to get what they want. The only two people in the way were Mum and King Grandpa. One is dead and the other is MIA never to be seen or heard from again. Hmm.. now that I think about it, maybe Azula killed her mum and Ozai killed his father on the same night.

It's only a matter of time before Azula get's it in her head to kll her brother so she can be the new heir. Again following in her father's footsteps.

[SapphirePrima]

Hi HOF! Nice to see you.

I think that Azula killed her mother and King Grandpa. Here's why. During Ozai's audience with his father he had asked for him to revoke Iroh's birthrite. King Grandpa flat out refused.

The next thing that happens is that King Grap's is dead, Ozai is King, Iroh is out. Axula and Ozai are just alike. Both are second born ambitious evil bastards that will do anything to get what they want. The only two people in the way were Mum and King Grandpa. One is dead and the other is MIA never to be seen or heard from again. Hmm.. now that I think about it, maybe Azula killed her mum and Ozai killed his father on the same night.

It's only a matter of time before Azula get's it in her head to kll her brother so she can be the new heir. Again following in her father's footsteps.



:wow: Okay Azula is twisted but that would be too twisted for Nick... :wow: I think Ursa killed King Grampa. Because remember she told Zuko everything she's done has been for him. And remember the king want Ozai to kill Zuko for what he said about taking Iroh's place.


I saw Appa's Lost Days. OMG I hate everyone in Ba Sing Se now. This city is horrible. I felt so bad for Appa.

[Goddessreicho]

I finally saw Appa's Lost Days. It just reinforced why The Big Guy is in my top three. Well actually there isn't a character on the show that I don't like. Even the villians are great villians. Take the head of the Dai Li, Lei Fong. That is his name right?

He is a bigger jerk than Ozai, IMO. Instead of being open about his cruelty his is sneaky and underhanded. He is a bad bad man. I can't wait until a glowing Ang makes him meet a tiled floor.

[The Question]

Azula is a psychopath, she sees others merely tools to be used. It seem 2-D but a lot of people are like that in real life.

Yeah, I know. But even psychopaths have some nuance to them. Obviously, she was raised to be a warrior, not a real person. But I'd expect that there's still some person in there on some level. That's where you've got depth.

[cabel]

thanks to the power of youtube and tivo I finally got caught up on Book 2, I have to say 'The Desert' might be my favorite ep. Very little can top Sokka and Moumo tripping on cactus juice.

"Who lit Toph on fire?"

[ghost113]

I love this series Iv'e made amv's using the coolest songs if these show was a tinge bit more grittier than it would be my favorite cartoon but Aang is a little too childish.

[Goddessreicho]

When's the next new episode come on?

[ghost113]

how should we know it has the weirdest schedule?

[cabel]

It's been announced, Book 2: Volume 1 on January 23!

[ghost113]

what is that the next dvd or episode?

[Dorian Gray]

what is that the next dvd or episode?

Unfortuantly it is a single DVD with about 4 episodes from the show....instead of just releasing the Boxset when the season is complete, they do this.

[ghost113]

I hate that

[Goddessreicho]

Two weeks and no new Avatar, BOOOOOOOOOOOOOoooo!

[cabel]

'Lake Lagoi' will premire this friday, I think

[Delusive]

The newest episode is on turbonick RIGHT NOW!

Click the main "top rated" option (not with Aang's head, the one that is above all the cartoon heads) and it should be the first full length icon (with Aang as the picture).

http://www.nick.com/turbonick/index.jhtml

I want to spoil TWO THINGS that's just shocking but I'll put it in spoilers:


I can't believe that...

Jet dies in battle and Appa is back with Aang.

This show just got even darker.

[Knives122]

That was a pretty amazing episode, showed us that the Dai Li are b******.

Just goes to show you that eps. revolving around revelation and Clancy Brown voicing a character are the best kind of episodes.

[sandwraith]

Any show that features Clancy Brown (Long Feng) and Mark Hamill (Fire Lord Ozai) tend to be good. Funny how they both play high-level villains in Avatar just like they did in Justice League.

Jet dying was a surprise though. I'm guessing a broken neck from the way that stone pillar was angled, strike from under the chin maybe?

[Delusive]

You may want to put that spoiler with a spoiler warning for the people who haven't seen it yet. Anyway, Long Feng is not exactly a "high-leveled" villain in the sense that he's a main villain. Maybe of season two but not the overall series. Still, Long Feng is awesome JUST because of Clancy.

As for spoilers...


I was surprised they'd even imply that a kid had gotten killed by an adult no-less. Jet's death was way more than an implied death which was nice for the darker overtone of the series. I'm not sure if I mentioned this yet but it had about the same impact that BTAS did when it showed Robin's parents' death in that it didn't show the kill (it kinda did for Jet, the *hit* was just covered up with smoke) but it portrayed it in a way that the emotional aspect wasn't lost.

[Goddessreicho]

Just saw Lake Laogoi. Wow. Just Wow.

I never want to go two weeks without Avatar, again.

Appa reunited! Zuko killing the Blue Spirit. Iroh telling Zuko to put up or shut up. God how much am I gonna miss Mako. Lol Long Fei got tossed. But I'm still creeped out by the Judi's. I had a nightmare about them.

[Gotendbz-2]

That episode was awesome! The guys that want Iroh to make a Tea Shop are Dai Li agents for sure! And that guy Jet rembered burning down his village is either the Rough Rhino's guy, or our first look at Firelord Ozai! It was sad that Jet is going to die. Katara was all sad...

I don't think the animation was as good as some of the past episodes though.

[Delusive]

The animation wasn't up to par from the usual Avatar quality, the story telling was though. Don't worry, the season finale is being handled by the creators themselves. Expect to see something so awesome it'll be a milestone in animation. Yup, I like to exaggerate things! Sifu Kisu, however, said that we'd be shocked just with the fight scenes (he only reads the fight scenes so he doesn't spoil himself story wise).

As for Lake Laogai...

Did anyone notice that when Longshot pulls out his arrow to defend Jet and Smellerbee, Smellerbee apparently closes Jet's eyes? The sure sign that he died? I didn't see it myself but someone mentioned her doing that. Also, who thinks Zuko and Iroh will join the Boomer-Aang gang now? =P

Oh, and 2 more weeks before the third-to-last episode and then two more weeks for the season finale...

4 weeks until Avatar, season two, is finished. Season 3 will start in January, supposedly.

[sandwraith]

Any chance it will be a two-parter roled into one "movie" like they did with Secrets of the Fire Nation and The Siege of the North?

[Delusive]

I'm not sure if it'll be called a movie, it'll probably be called the "season finale." Anyway, yes, it's going to be an hour long which means that it'll have two episodes back to back, the last two episodes.

[cabel]

I wonder when Jin will make another appearence

[ghost113]

How many people have designed their own characters for this show?

[Delusive]

I wonder when Jin will make another appearence

The creators really didn't specify on whether Jin would return or not. I [think] they said she may. I'm kind of skeptical of Jin's character, for some reason - I think she may betray Zuko and someone brought up the fact that the Dai Li may be overly cautious and they may have sent Zuko a "girlfriend" to dig deep into Zuko's past and to see if he has any secrets, like being of the Fire Nation. After all, Jet's paranoia had to come from somewhere.

[cabel]

'Earth King' just aired. A little slow, but damn, talk about cliffhangers!

[Dorian Gray]

From what I saw....I'm Not liking the looks of the season finale....(though I expected as much)

.... Zuko Bald lol, but seriously I love that they are finally hinting(which is really no suprise to me) around that Zuko may be Aang's future Firebending teacher.

[Dorian Gray]

'Earth King' just aired. A little slow, but damn, talk about cliffhangers!


Out the ass on this one.

[Goddessreicho]

OMG! I saw this coming

The Earth King is naive not brainwashed. Long Fei is still in control of the Dai Li. And that ending, whoo! I knew that Azula was going to infiltrate Bai Sing Sai, but I didn't think it was going to be like that. In that disguise she can hunt down Aang in the open and easily track her wayward brother.

And Zuko, how much do I love him and Uncle. That was awsome. That dream he had was so creepy and it hit the nail on the head! I loved the subtly of showing his turn of character and staying to his roots at the same time. I also loved how bratty he was while he was sick. Lol.

But the big thing, NEXT WEEKS TRAILER! Zuko and Kitara finally :heart: :woot:, someone's heart is going to be broken, and Azula in Bai Sing Sai with the gang separated. Oooh I smell trouble.

So with the "three Kyoshi warriors" in Bai Sing, where is Suki? Wonder if she's ok?

[Gotendbz-2]

Dang it, I missed the episode last night. I hope I can see it today.

[SapphirePrima]

Wow the ending this week was pretty good. I can't wait for the finale

[Erundur]

I wanted a new episode for this week, and all they showed was that crappy Kangaroo Jack, I can't wait for the finale its gonna be awesome :up:

[ghost113]

I finally saw the secret of the fire nation. It was pretty good.

[cabel]

one more week, one more week...

[ghost113]

til what?

[Gotendbz-2]

til what?

The season finale is on Friday.

[ghost113]

cool

[sandwraith]

Did the Guru come out today? Its 1st December here in the Far East so I'm not sure if its out there yet

[Erundur]

Its airing tonight (12-1-06) at 8 p.m. eastern time.

[Gotendbz-2]

I cant wait for the finale tonight!

[Dorian Gray]

I hope Katara does not fall for Zuko:csad: .........she belongs to Aang in my book. :up:

[SapphirePrima]

OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I missed the second epp!!!!!!!!!1 :mad:

[Gotendbz-2]

That was a great finale.

Azula impaled Aang with her lighting. And Toph rocks, I always knew they could probably bend metal. I wish we knew what happend to Iroh though. Zuko is an angry jerk.

[cabel]

wow. I got chills the whole way through, or is that the air conditioning. Anyway, intense finale. Very 'Empire Strikes Back' with the down/cliffhanger ending.

[SapphirePrima]

That was a great finale.

Azula impaled Aang with her lighting. And Toph rocks, I always knew they could probably bend metal. I wish we knew what happend to Iroh though. Zuko is an angry jerk.


Wait so Zuko betrayed Iroh???????? He pretending to be all happy about the tea shop and everything? And Aang will never be able to control the Avatar State?

[Gotendbz-2]

Wait so Zuko betrayed Iroh???????? He pretending to be all happy about the tea shop and everything? And Aang will never be able to control the Avatar State?

See the episode, its probably on youtube.

[Dorian Gray]

The Action was supurb in this episode you not only saw a glimpes of how powerful Azula is and we also saw how much Zuko had improved.

I couldn't beleive when...

Zuko betrayed Uncle Iroh in favor of power and his father's "love" and I'm so glad Katara did not fall for Zuko...*whew*

[Dorian Gray]

wow. I got chills the whole way through, or is that the air conditioning. Anyway, intense finale. Very 'Empire Strikes Back' with the down/cliffhanger ending.


I was thinking the same thing....:woot:

[cabel]

plus there should be plenty of rerun opportunity's within the week

Now the hard part: waiting for Book 3

[SapphirePrima]

See the episode, its probably on youtube.

been checking for the last 10 min!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Dorian Gray]

If you have digital Cable it plays again at 11:00PM Eastern on Nick 2

[SapphirePrima]

I don't wanna wait that long. I saw the first part just missed the second

[cabel]

and it should play again around noon tomorrow

[Dorian Gray]

edit

[SapphirePrima]

and it should play again around noon tomorrow

seriously i don't think i'm gonna be able to go to bed tonight :(

[cabel]

I loved how they explained metalbending

[SapphirePrima]

I loved how they explained metalbending

God you suck :mad:

[cabel]

the spoiler button's there for a reason

[Mandi-chan]

I love this show! Love it, love it, love it!!!!!!

[bean_farmer]

This episode was so awesome, wow. I'm not into the whole Aang/Katara thing but whatever I guess I can get used to it. This show has so much depth that it's crazy. Loved that outside/inside joke Sokka made. I gotta look up when the new season starts i hope it's not too far away.

[Delusive]

It's really hard for me to believe that Zuko betrayed Iroh - his ONLY fatherly figure. Iroh's the sweet uncle, how could you betray Uncle? Zuko is officially one of my least favorite characters now, just because of what he did to Uncle. At first I thought it was a set up and that Zuko only made it look like he betrayed Uncle, Aang, and crew but then he did it to the point that Aang died and Uncle was still captured. I have a feeling that Zuko will come back to the light side though but it'll only happen once Uncle dies...because of him.

Anyway, my only comment that someone mentioned that's kind of true. Since this is the anime board, I'll use an anime example - I loved how Azula completely obliterated Aang WHILE he was charging up for a final attack, she struck him through the chest so he wouldn't be able to build up the power to defeat them unlike a lot of anime villains - I'm looking at you DBZ.

Anyway, this finale was great, intense, and overall just awesome.

[DBella]

wow. I got chills the whole way through, or is that the air conditioning. Anyway, intense finale. Very 'Empire Strikes Back' with the down/cliffhanger ending.
Excellent description. What an awesome finale! God, now I can't wait for the next season to start!

Zuko... you bastard!! How could you?!! I thought your Uncle's love and guidance would lead you to make the right choice but you went astray and betrayed the old man. :(

[Goddessreicho]

Zuko...Katara, so friggin close. Its killing me. They are so gonna be together. Eventually Aang will have to realize that monks are celibate and more importantly he cannot have attaments for ultimate powers, whereas Zuko will need attachments to become a better person.

Speaking of, what happened to Zuzu. Booooooo on him. Boo on him for doing that. Zu is a little creepy when he's pleasant. Wisen up and get your girl, Katara.

Toph was the greatest. She even said so.

Aang is going to have to grow up.

And I feel so bad for Sokka. Eventually he will have to learn what happened to Suki. I actually liked her too. She was a cool character, and yes I do think that she is no more. Kinda like Zuka and Azula's mum.

Best lines so far: That was like four chakras ago. And: Mai's, "Go ahead and just take him." and "I am not cleaning up any more bear poop."

[Delusive]

I'm not too sure on a Zutara relationship coming in. The creators kind of compared that relationship to one of Momo and Appa...

It could still happen but I doubt Aang or Zuko will end up with Katara, especially now.

Speaking of which...

Did Aang give up his love for Katara? Or was it cancelled out by the lightning and thus he never got to achieve true Avatar State?

[Dorian Gray]

I loved how Ty Lee kept flirting with Sokka while attacking him.

I have a feeling that Mai and Ty Lee will eventually turn on Azula since they are reluctant followers and are just there because they fear Azula...Ty Lee especially since she was bullied into joining Azula's mission and if you caught Mai smile back in "Return to Omashu" she apparantly still likes Zuko. So, I'm wondering if that will come to into play.

[cabel]

It can argued that Aang went thru the chakras a bit fast, but I thought the flashbacks helped make it more beliveible. My favorite would have to be the grief chakra. I thought it was very touching, the music helped too, and I even got a little teary eyed along with Aang. (I'm a sap, sue me)

The flashback even revisited my favorite shot of the entire series (from The Fortuneteller, Katara bending the clouds) after watching that beautiful few seconds or animation, it would be hard to give up Katara.

Poor Zuko, the internal tragedy continues...

Poor Iroh, it seemed that for the first time since losing Lu Ten, he was truly happy

Toph rules.

I think the shippers are looking a little too much into Toph holding Sokka's arm. Remember two episodes ago: "Can we please get a new saddle, Riding bareback is scary!"

[Gotendbz-2]

Toph rules.


Agreed. She's my favorite person in the whole show. I always knew they would find out how to metal-bend. Once Aang said "Boy would I give anything to be a Metal Bender."


And I wonder if Aang really did let go of Katara....

I hope we don't have to wait long for Season 3.

[ghost113]

I missed the newest ep, they can bend metal now.

[DBella]

Poor Zuko, the internal tragedy continues...
I think Zuko's internal struggle is one of the best things about this animated series. Sure, I was very disappointed in him when he betrayed Iroh but there was a sense of regret on his part when he told Azula, "I betrayed Uncle". I think he has a warped sense of honor. He wants to restore that honor so badly that he'd almost do anything. Even going his better judgement. I still believe he is nothing like Azula and that there is some good in him. I've not lost total faith in Zuko.


Toph rules.
Totally! She absolutely is the best. :up:

[cabel]

Judging by previous release dates, Book 3 should begin sometime around March

Let the countdown begin

[Swordmaster]

Wow, what a great finale. I felt bad for Iroh, and yes, even a little for Zuko. As Bella said, he has a warped sense of honor. Seriously, you don't see many (American) animated characters w/this kind of depth.

[cabel]

not since the DCAU and Gargoyles

[sandwraith]

Why do I get this feeling that Zuko's only plying nice with Azula so that he can get close to his father...and tear him a new one? I'm not giving up on ZuZu just yet so here's hoping he can pull himself together by the next Season. Also, Azula's official on my conniving badass list. Damn she makes treachery look so easy. And Iroh rocks. Still does, ol' Dragon of the West

[SapphirePrima]

The beginning dragged to me. This was not as exciting as the first finale. But the bending on the show keeps getting better. For the positvie:Toph!! I love her. She has the best one liners,the bending again. From that tentacle thing Katara did to Aang cutting with wind, Zuko, he's such an interesting character. I wonder if him and Uncle planned this and he's going to sneak behind Azula's back... But it's highly unlikely.Azula, I hate her so much, but she really was on point as she always is; from the plotting with the Dai Lee and getting Zuko on her side. For the negative-Sokka meeting up with his father seemed too perfect-Katara not finding out that it was Azula and co being the Kyoshi Warriors till it was too late-Zuko betraying Iroh!!!!!!!!-The first 30 min! It dragged too much! I hope we get a time lapse for next season. Not at the beginning somewhere in the middle.

[Arkady Rossovich]

I was sort of angry when i saw the Season Finale,i thought things were finally going to get better.Most of Season 2 was Zuko trying to find his own identity,and he seems to betray Uncle Iroh.Its also a bit much to see Aang taken down just as he is about to be in the Avatar State.

[The Question]

Now, I'm not sure how good this information is, but I've come to understand that next season, they're going to introduce a new character, a female airbender from a tribe of nomads who managed to survive the massacre that seemed to wipe out their people a century earlier.

[spdrknight]

^ Really!? Where did you hear that?

[The Question]

There is an Avatar card game that released a card depicting a female airbender. A friend of mind, who is both quite knowledgeble about card games and is a big fan of Avatar, told me that he heard the character will be introduced into the show. Again, I'm not sure how acurate this information is, but I'm putting it out there.

[deathshead2]

Still no final on youtube. :( I need to see it.

[WallCrawl]

Still no final on youtube. :( I need to see it.

You need to get with the torrents.

[Magma_15]

whats torrents?

[BloodyWolverine]

Who doesn't like Uncle General Iroh. It was a great ending for to see Iroh and Zuko on opposite sides over Aang. I thin Zuko was gellious that Katar likes Aang. I think Aang will come back and save Uncle and he will teach Aang Firebending and lightning strike.

[Dorian Gray]

Who doesn't like Uncle General Iroh. It was a great ending for to see Iroh and Zuko on opposite sides over Aang. I thin Zuko was gellious that Katar likes Aang. I think Aang will come back and save Uncle and he will teach Aang Firebending and lightning strike.


I don't think he was jealous of Katara and Aang's relationship. I think it's because they have been at odd ends since they met at the South Pole. Not to mention that Zuko constantly tracked him and put Aang's friends in danger.


....as for the Aang/Iroh talk they had in the cave I've come to beleive Aang and Iroh have much in common such as choosing love over power.

I hope that Iroh will be the one to teach Aang firebending and how to perfrom Lightening and Lightening redirection.

[Goddessreicho]

The anomosity between Zuko and Aang has nothing to do with Katara. Its about the Blue Spirit, the North and South Poles, Zuko relentless tracking, Aang always managing to slip through his fingers, Zuko's unending temper...lots of other things.

Katara being in the cave comfy and cozy with Zuko just added fuel to the already on fire uh fire.

But I could be wrong. Nothing in Avatar is cut and dry. The season finale is further proof of that.

[DBella]

I hope that Iroh will be the one to teach Aang firebending and how to perfrom Lightening and Lightening redirection.
So you don't think that Uncle Iroh died in the season finale? I hope you're right. He's such a wonderful charactar.

[Dorian Gray]

So you don't think that Uncle Iroh died in the season finale? I hope you're right. He's such a wonderful charactar.

Nah, not without a fond farewell to the other characters.....and his fans...:up::yay:

[dbucket]

Still no final on youtube. :( I need to see it.

Here's a website that you'll find useful whenever you're in the mood for Avatar. http://theavatarportal.com/episodes.html

[ghost113]

I saw an epiosde yesterday with Sokkas father, and now Toph is metal bending, AWESOME.

[NateGray]

I must admit I also loved the parts of subplot where you have azule talking to the head of the Dai Li about only people born to power can rule and then on then on the opposite side you have Iroh born a king his throne stolen by his brother after the death of his only son happy to be a tea maker just damn excellent writing.
This show just rocks and has since it first was introduced :)

[heypapajinx]

honestly i care not whether it's considered anime or western cartoon... i just know it's super fantastic and i cant wait to own the first season:woot:

[ghost113]

I need to find 200 dollars to buuy some dvds I want.

[Gotendbz-2]

http://www.avatarspirit.net/images/screenshots/006/012.jpg
http://hosted.ap.org/photos/T/TOK10611270531-big.jpg

Anyone see the resemblance?

Zuko also goes by the name "Lee" while in Ba Sing Sae.


Also, Book 2 DVD Chapters start coming out Jan 23rd, and they will come with a comic (I hope its a Manga). They don't know if the comics will come with the Book 2 Box Set though. They should put out a Soundtrack too, the music in Avatar is great.

[Erundur]

I wanna know when the new season starts, book one seemed much longer.

[Gotendbz-2]

I wanna know when the new season starts

Probably Feb-March. :yay:

[Erundur]

Probably Feb-March. :yay:

Excellent news, thank you :)

[Goddessreicho]

I think that Zuko pseudonym was Lee because he remembered the little boy in the desert earth kingdom. You know the one whose family took him in. I doubt it had anything to do with Bruce Lee.

BL was famous for things that Zuko can't yet do. Bare-handed combat, a calm facade, wisdom, and kicking behind. The only thing they share is a similiar hair cut, for now.

[Gotendbz-2]

I think that Zuko pseudonym was Lee because he remembered the little boy in the desert earth kingdom. You know the one whose family took him in. I doubt it had anything to do with Bruce Lee.

BL was famous for things that Zuko can't yet do. Bare-handed combat, a calm facade, wisdom, and kicking behind. The only thing they share is a similiar hair cut, for now.

Actually, I thought that he called himself Lee because of the kid too, but yesterday I saw The Cave Of Two Lovers, and when they met the girl and her mother he said his name was Lee, and that was before Zuko Alone.

And I know he doesn't act like Bruce Lee, he just looks like him.

[Goddessreicho]

Hmmm...your right. I suppose Lee is like an Eastern "Smith". I'm re-watching some episodes again, and something I noticed is that certain episodes that seem like fluff actually have ALOT to do with plot. For example Bato. Comparing that episode to the later half of Season Two, and Crossroads of Destiny. WOW. Sokka the wise, Katara the brave, and Aang the trusted. I had no idea how much the development in that one episode would come back to haunt me. Aang ends up continuing his pattern of lying, Sokka gets smarter, and Katara ends up growing up the biggest pair of steel balls ever.

And listening to what Iroh says about Zuko in when he was following him. The changing and the man he was to became, wow. So very true. I still believe that because Zuko was in the cave with Iroh for a bit before coming out, I think they concocted a scheme to "take Azula down." Step one, divide. Step two, conquer.

[ghost113]

http://hosted.ap.org/photos/T/TOK10611270531-big.jpg


I just used this photo to draw a pic of bruce.

[Fenryr]

I'm concered about how Uncle Iroh's going to be handled now that Mako is gone. Avatar is one of the best shows on TV, it would be a waste if his death lowers the standards of the show. Hopefully, they'll be able to up the ante even more, and do him proud.

[DonnaTroy84]

For the negative-Katara not finding out that it was Azula and co being the Kyoshi Warriors till it was too late

I KNOW!!! I could not believe that she didn't catch that, ugh! But other than that, I agree that it was an awesome ep.

Top 5 for that episode:
1) Toph. You just gotta love her, & her new ability? JUST... AWESOME.

2) Aang reaching the avatar state. ((And about that. I don't think it means he gave up his LOVE for Katara, only his ATTACHMENT to her. I know it might sound like the same thing, but i don't think it is. He had to understand that, even if he loves her, as the Avatar, there are going to be times when he has to leave her alone, without his protection. And he also has to understand that there are things that only he can do, and in order to be a hero to the world, sometimes that means being less than everything to the woman you love.))

3) Azula - that girl is so utterly wicked, it's delicious. Even though i hate what she does, i *love* how she does it. I especially love how she acts when they bring her to Long Feng: "You will not treat a Kyoshi warrior this way!" Definitely one of my favorite parts! Not to mention her whole speech to Long Feng. One of the best ever, hands down!

4) The Dialogue:
Sokka: We should split up. Aang, you go with Iroh to look for Katara and the angry jerk, [to Iroh] no offense. // Iroh: None taken.
Mai: "Just take the bear."
Long Feng: You've beaten me at my own game. // Azula: "Don't flatter yourself. You were never even a player."
Earth King: "The Earth Kingdom has fallen."
5) The bending. Aang doing all the elements, Toph doing anything, Katara's tidal wave and "water elevator" or whatever it's called. It was all awesome!

And a couple other comments:

I do hope it's all a plan, but Zuko's actions were pretty harsh. But oddly, I was so happy to see him and Azula fight together, it was so beautiful.

I was totally thrown by the cave scene. I really thought: "Oh, man, Aang is gonna find them all close and friendly, and he's gonna get REALLY mad and go into the Avatar state." I thought that was how he was going to "let Katara go", but, well, shows what i know. :oldrazz:

Man, can't WAIT for Book Three: Fire, it's gonna be unbelievable!!!

[sandwraith]

I've got a feeling that the series will reach a book 5, maybe called Spirit but who knows. Looks like the Northern Water Tribe's all thats left to stop the Fire Nation. Nothing short of Iroh instigating a rebellion against his brother or Zuko and/or Azula killing Daddy dearest is going to stop it.

I really like Sokka's dad Hakoda. Seems like a really cool character. Still Feb-March seems sooo far away!!! Damn it Aang wake up already! I hope we see a new addition to Team BoomerAang (or Team Avatar if you prefer) in the next season, preferably not another animal. Heck, Long Shadow from the Freedom Fighters would be pretty cool

[Gotendbz-2]

I've got a feeling that the series will reach a book 5, maybe called Spirit but who knows. Looks like the Northern Water Tribe's all thats left to stop the Fire Nation. Nothing short of Iroh instigating a rebellion against his brother or Zuko and/or Azula killing Daddy dearest is going to stop it.

I really like Sokka's dad Hakoda. Seems like a really cool character. Still Feb-March seems sooo far away!!! Damn it Aang wake up already! I hope we see a new addition to Team BoomerAang (or Team Avatar if you prefer) in the next season, preferably not another animal. Heck, Long Shadow from the Freedom Fighters would be pretty cool

I don't think it will go to a Book 5. And we already have 2 new members of team Avatar, the Earth King and his Bear. :yay:

[sandwraith]

Come on, they can't possibly drag Royalty (useless Royalty at that) in danger. Besides, the creators can do much better than that

[Zeu]

I am absolutely in LOVE with this show, can´t seem to get enough of Team Boomer-Aang :)

I especially like the watertribe brothers, are they twins or just regular brother and sister?

Sokka seems to be quite a ladies´man, loved his haikus in the Tales of Ba Sing Se episode.

Even Toph has a moment in the Serpent Pass episode where Suki rescues her from drowining and she hugs and kisser her with a passionate :"- Oh, Sokka! You saved me!" followed by a "- You can go ahead and let me drown now" upon realising who´s standing there. :p

I really love the fact that the female characters don´t stand quietly in the background looking pretty but are actually proactive and key to the story.

That water girl in particular, June Pipenpetaloczakopolis, is just too cool for words. :D
The flying bison does remind me a bit of catbus, though....


More dialogues:

"- That´s why we call it justice. Because it´s just us." Avatar Day

" - the Boulder puts the hurt in the dirt." The Blind Bandit

" - Hey! Front row seats! I wonder why no one else is sitting here."
" - The fearsome foursome!!" The Drill

[DonnaTroy84]

Oh, man, I could go for days with the great dialogue from the show. Sokka's constant one-liners and goofy comments, the profound or kind or funny dialogue between Katara and Aang, ANYTHING Toph says, all the angsty stuff from Zuko, you gotta love it! But the best from the finale HAS to be Azula's speech to Long Feng:

"I can see your whole history in your eyes. You were born with nothing. You've had to struggle, claw, and connive your way to power. But true power? The divine right to rule? That's something you're born with. The fact is, they don't know which one of us is going to be sitting on that throne, and which one will be bowing. But you know. And I know. (sits on throne) ... Well?"

Long Feng: (bows) "You've beaten me at my own game."

Azula: "Don't flatter yourself. You were never even a player."

:woot: :woot: :woot: She's so COOL!!!

Okay, yes, I know, I posted the last part of that quote already, but COME ON! I mean, she's just so wicked! I just couldn't help myself. :o

[cabel]

Book 2, Volume 2 will be released April 10th

http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/newsitem.cfm?NewsID=6745

[Dorian Gray]

Oh, man, I could go for days with the great dialogue from the show. Sokka's constant one-liners and goofy comments, the profound or kind or funny dialogue between Katara and Aang, ANYTHING Toph says, all the angsty stuff from Zuko, you gotta love it! But the best from the finale HAS to be Azula's speech to Long Feng:

"I can see your whole history in your eyes. You were born with nothing. You've had to struggle, claw, and connive your way to power. But true power? The divine right to rule? That's something you're born with. The fact is, they don't know which one of us is going to be sitting on that throne, and which one will be bowing. But you know. And I know. (sits on throne) ... Well?"

Long Feng: (bows) "You've beaten me at my own game."

Azula: "Don't flatter yourself. You were never even a player."

:woot: :woot: :woot: She's so COOL!!!

Okay, yes, I know, I posted the last part of that quote already, but COME ON! I mean, she's just so wicked! I just couldn't help myself. :o

She's so wicked it makes me forget she's only 14 or 15 :woot: :wow:

[DonnaTroy84]

I know! It's crazy, she has this way of making everyone around just want to bow down and go:

"I give up!" ((and/or "take me now, fire goddess!" :D ))

[Dorian Gray]

Book 2, Volume 2 will be released April 10th

http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/newsitem.cfm?NewsID=6745


That's pretty badass case art

[Dorian Gray]

Oh, man, I could go for days with the great dialogue from the show. Sokka's constant one-liners and goofy comments.


Also, Sokka seems to be a ladies man underneath that goofy exterior. I mean he almost had Princess Yuei, He has Suki(hope she's OK), and Ty Lee seems to have a crush on him...

Gotta make another mention about Ty Lee flirting with Sokka when she was attacking him in the season finale...I found that strangely adorable.:p

[DonnaTroy84]

I love Ty Lee + Sokka! There's one time, I can't remember which episode, but she says something like: "Hey, cutie." :cwink: and even though they're all about to run away, Sokka smiles this goofy smile and waves back to her! *squeal!* It's just adorable!!!

EDIT: Found a clip
Ty Lee: "Wow, Azula, you were right! It *is* the Avatar!" (looks at Sokka and smiles) "and friends."
Sokka: (waves) "Hey."
(Katara grabs Sokka's hand and they run off)

As for Sokka being a ladies man, :word: LOL, you've gotta see this:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=hPkucEThMRg

I watched it like 15 times when i first saw it. :woot: Hysterical!

[Zeu]

LOL
That´s really funny.
Too bad they didn´t use the haikku scenne from Tales of Ba Sing Se too.

Who on earth can resist these cuddly faces?

http://www.etherlair.com/images/net/avatar01.jpg

And here´s a face to fill your nightmares at night :D

http://www.etherlair.com/images/net/judi.gif

[SapphirePrima]

I love Ty Lee + Sokka! There's one time, I can't remember which episode, but she says something like: "Hey, cutie." :cwink: and even though they're all about to run away, Sokka smiles this goofy smile and waves back to her! *squeal!* It's just adorable!!!

\


Blah. I rather Sokka be with Suki. Ty Lee and Sokka is too Fangirlish

[Zeu]

- Nah, I think I know who Sokka´s gonna end with. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SjcizeYHrQc) :woot:

[Delusive]

Is it hard for everyone else to have to possibly wait till March before Season 3 starts?

I really want to see the conclusion of a certain thing that happened with a certain person but just because I don't want to put spoiler tags I will not mention that certain thing with that certain person in that certain season finale.

[Pimpjuice16]

why is ang soo lazy

[DonnaTroy84]

Blah. I rather Sokka be with Suki. Ty Lee and Sokka is too Fangirlish

Oh, i'm not saying i want Sokka to end up w/ Ty Lee, I just love the interaction btwn the two of them. I definitely think he & Suki are perfect together.

Though i'm not sure what you mean by "too fangirlish"... should I be offended? :huh:

[SapphirePrima]

Oh, i'm not saying i want Sokka to end up w/ Ty Lee, I just love the interaction btwn the two of them. I definitely think he & Suki are perfect together.

Though i'm not sure what you mean by "too fangirlish"... should I be offended? :huh:


...maybe... You don't go to any Avatar forums do you?

[Dorian Gray]

My friend was telling me that she read that the main character's appearances are going to change slightly for Book 3..

.....and TV.com says something about thier hairstyles are going to change..:huh:

[Kangellove13]

I consider the show to be an anime cartoon.Or you can just leave it at american anime.For the fact that it's american produced but anime artistic ways.

[Goddessreicho]

Source: Variety January 9, 2007


According to Variety, M. Night Shyamalan and Paramount are planning their own "Avatar" project, based on the popular Nickelodoen kids TV series.

The filmmaker has signed a three-picture deal with Paramount's MTV Films and Nick Movies to adapt the animated children's series "Avatar: The Last Airbender" for the big screen. He will write, direct and produce the potential kids franchise. The film version will be live-action.

Nick TV's "Avatar" follows the adventures of the successor to a long line of Avatars who must put aside his irresponsible ways and stop the Fire Nation from enslaving the Water, Earth and Air nations. The show was created by Michael DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko.

The trade adds that Paramount confirmed the deal with Shyamalan just hours after 20th Century Fox announced it has given the green light to James Cameron's Avatar.

Although they may have the same name, the two projects have nothing to do with each other in terms of storylines. Cameron's is a sci-fi action-adventure that he's been working on for 11 years.

Paramount said it has registered the name of its project with the Motion Picture Association of America. A Fox rep said, "We own the movie title 'Avatar.' There won't be another film called 'Avatar' coming from anyplace."

So...any thoughts!

[BloodyWolverine]

I always thaught Nicks Avatar adapatation would make a great live action possibility. More so then the rumored Dragonball Z or some other cartoon projects. Avatar the last Airbender could make an interesting movie if they keep the cartoon characters. As of Aang, Kiera, Sokka and Uncle. I also always thaught Inuyasha would be a great live action movie also. My consern is that M Night might make it a bit dark and strange but you never know. Now Alfonso Cauron would be another thing.

[sandwraith]

My friend was telling me that she read that the main character's appearances are going to change slightly for Book 3..

.....and TV.com says something about thier hairstyles are going to change..:huh:

Aang...with hair:csad::csad::csad:

Nah. Maybe a less humorous Aang, more responsible and serious. I read from somewhere that the creators are big Miyazaki fans so I'm guessing something along the lines of a "grown-up" seen the world kind of Aang. Just hope they don't kill off his character completely. I still like the lovable monk Aang.

As for live-action movies...remember these words: Fist of the Northstar....:whatever:

[Gold Samurai]

my consern is that M Night might make it a bit dark and strange but you never know. Now Alfonso Cauron would be another thing.


I agree about M he's not the first person you'd expect to to direct a movie like this. Most of his movies are quiet and slower paced

[Arkady Rossovich]

I cant help but think M Night is going to mess up the Avatar.If its only a movie,then that`s fine i guess.But if he writes episodes,then this will break the Avatar`s winning streak.Dont mess with a good thing.

[cabel]

M. Night=Avatar? Avatar=M. Night?

way out of left field

I think my head just caved in

[SuperAl]

I always wished theyd make a live action movie for this and i never thought they would so when i saw that i was like ohhhh shiiznit!!!!!

Then i saw M. Night and i kinda got a feeling like this is either gonna be amazing or its gonna completely suck cause thats how his movies usually are. However hes not really making up an original movie which all of his other movies are. This actually has a legit story so he has to follow it somewhat just hes gotta make it fit to three movies, so i think it will turn out pretty damn good. Hes also pretty good at casting good actors. Hopefully they give him a big budget so it looks good because there is gonna be a lot of effects and that the writers of the show are involved with writing the script.

[Goddessreicho]

I have no doubt that M. night can score a phenomenal cast cause he usually always does. Big talent loves to line up and wait to work with him. I'm worried that Avatar's writers won't, cause that's what makes the show.

And as much as I love it when M. Night shoots locally in the Philadelphia/Bucks County/South Jersey area, which is where umpteen out of his eleventy films take place, I just don't see Avatar taking place here. (lol, I live in the area)

[SuperAl]

i highly doubt he'll be making the film in a big city. Most of the sets will prolly be built in locations outside of the US in deserts and such just becuz of the look of the show.

[Gotendbz-2]

This movie will either be really good or the next Batman & Robin. M. Nighty-Nighty Shalamama-ding-dong is one the worst choices as a director, none of his movies are remotely like Avatar. I would rather have George Lucas or Ang Lee. They should just leave Avatar as a cartoon. And they better get Asian people for this movie! Chow-Yun-Fat would be a pretty good Iroh, Pat Morita would have been better though.

But I'm too happy to be mad because they are going to be filming the Dark Knight where I live!! :yay:

[Darkdd]

AAAAAAAAH!!I've been talking about this since the show premaired.*calms down*I've always thought the show had a very "epic movie"* feel to it, and i guess M.Night agrees.

[Obsidian]

Does anyone know when Season 3 premieres? I heard it's in the spring, but never heard of an exact date.

[Dorian Gray]

I'm anxious for the premiere of Book 3: Fire myself but no date.:o :down: So far they seem to be making a countdown to season 3 with this Global Game "Escape from the Spirit World".

[Obsidian]

http://pic7.piczo.com/TheAvatarSpirit/?g=25921061&cr=7

Premiere date is March 2nd!:hyper:

[Erundur]

excellent news, thanks for the update :up::D

[Dorian Gray]

http://pic7.piczo.com/TheAvatarSpirit/?g=25921061&cr=7

Premiere date is March 2nd!:hyper:

:up:

....can't wait.