Watching that clip just gets me more pissed off about the live action abomination. How Shyamalan completely neutered Katara as a strong female character and fighter, hell how he made her TOTALLY USELESS TO THE OVERALL PLOT, fuck it's been a full year and a half and it STILL makes me angry when I think about it.
Watching that clip just gets me more pissed off about the live action abomination. How Shyamalan completely neutered Katara as a strong female character and fighter, hell how he made her TOTALLY USELESS TO THE OVERALL PLOT, fuck it's been a full year and a half and it STILL makes me angry when I think about it.
This is why we're getting Korra, just focus on Korra. Plus, when it comes out, you can edit Shamalan's face onto everyone she beats up!
The difference between where Avatar: TLA began story and action wise and where it ended is quite large. The entire show steadily increases in quality and it is one of the few shows that continually tops itself in nearly every way. By the time I get to the Day of Black Sun, I am engrossed completely and must watch the show to it's grandiose conclusion without stopping (sometimes without blinking.)
Seeing the beginnings of Korra makes me believe that it might be able to top even it's predecesser from the start. If Korra can ramp up in the same way, where will it end up?
I just realized how many strong female characters are in avatar, how they have character depth, how they are players and not prizes. Then I remember "The Last Airbender." Then I remember all those discussions about female image in the media and put 2 and 2 together. Now every time one of these discussions pop up, I will want to punch that man.
I don't mind spoiling myself with this since everything we've seen is likely from the first or second episode.
214 REPUBLIC CITY, NIGHT
From their cables, Korra and Tenzin both spot something that causes them to stop fighting. The lava river ahead drops off in a tremendous lava fall.
SNAPPING AND METAL GROANS are heard as the main part of the collector starts to break away and move toward the lava fall. Tenzin looks around and sees a small floating platform making its way toward the tower.
Tenzin does a double back-flip and lands squarely on the floating platform. He immediately leans to one side and moves away from the tower.
Korra realizes she is doomed as the entire tower heads for the falls. In the distance she sees some POLAR BEAR DOGS. She swings back to the tower, climbs up and makes a running leap and miraculously lands on A POLAR BEAR DOG. The POLAR BEAR DOG is confused and GROWLS. The giant collector goes over the lava flow and disappears in the mist of sparks below.
Tenzin heads for the bank of the lava river, but Korra's POLAR BEAR DOG is faster. She catches up with her old Master.
Tenzin and Korra continue the airbending fight. They battle away, balancing on the tiny platform and puzzled Polar Bear Dog. Korra, standing on the Dog, approaches Tenzin on the work platform.
Tenzin: I have failed you, Korra. I was never able to teach you to think.
Korra and Tenzin confront each other on the lava river.
Korra: I should have known the Benders were plotting to take over . . .
Tenzin: From the Equalists!!! Korra, Amon is evil.
Korra: From the Benders point of view! From my point of view, the Benders are evil.
Tenzin: Well, then you are lost!
Korra: This is the end for you, My Master. I wish it were otherwise.
Korra jumps and flips onto TENZIN's platform. The fighting continues again until Tenzin jumps toward the safety of the black sandy edge of the lava river. He yells at Korra.
Tenzin: It's over, Korra. I have the high ground.
Korra: You underestimate my power!
Tenzin: Don't try it.
Korra follows, and Tenzin cuts his young apprentice at the knees, then cuts off her left arm in the blink of an eye. Korra tumbles down the embankment and rolls to a stop near the edge of the lava.
Korra struggles to pull herself up the embankment with her mechanical hand. Her thin leather glove has been burned off. She keeps sliding down in the black sand.
Tenzin: (continuing) . . . You were the Chosen One! It was said that you would, destroy the Equalists, not join them. It was you who would bring balance to the Four Nations, not leave it in Darkness.
Tenzin picks up Korra's airbending staff and begins to walk away. He stops and looks back.
Korra: I hate you!
Tenzin: You were my sister, Korra. I loved you.
Korra's clothing blows into the lava river and ignites. Suddenly Korra bursts into flames and starts SCREAMING.
I just realized how many strong female characters are in avatar, how they have character depth, how they are players and not prizes. Then I remember "The Last Airbender." Then I remember all those discussions about female image in the media and put 2 and 2 together. Now every time one of these discussions pop up, I will want to punch that man.
It really was terrible in that regard(and every other) I really wanted to punch my friend every time he said "They got Katara's character down perfectly! All she does is cry."
I just realized how many strong female characters are in avatar, how they have character depth, how they are players and not prizes. Then I remember "The Last Airbender." Then I remember all those discussions about female image in the media and put 2 and 2 together. Now every time one of these discussions pop up, I will want to punch that man.
How about the fact that Nick never made action figures of the female characters because apparently girls don't buy action figures and boys don't want girl action figures. Sometimes Avatar reads like the story of a show that succeeded despite everyone else doing their best to sink it.
Finally got around to watching all the videos leaked and wow. This is going to get watched LIVE if possible and DVR'd for immediate viewing ASAP if not. Really hope that the people who've been able to see Avatar on Netflix who missed it during the original airing like I did take the time to watch this so Nick keeps it on air.
I also hope they have a pre-determined storyline that keeps it moving forward and to a definite conclusion like Last Airbender did. Nothing irks me more than an awesome first season or two, and then a meandering season or two before it's cancelled before they actually finish the story they set out to tell. Or when a series keeps going ON AND ON AND ON with no point to 3/4 of the episodes.
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They were pretty tight with the story last time round, I doubt they plan on going for the long meandering mess approach with this one.
Also I am so psyched for this, so psyched you guys.
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considering that Korra was meant to be a miniseries initially, I'm pretty sure they're going for a tight and fast-paced storyline
Wow, I just realised how interesting the story could be (even more than I thought). What with all the tech, benders possibly aren't even that important any more. Republic city looks huge, across and up and must have a huge population. Then we have the Avatar, a single, admittedly extremely powerful person who doesn't just have to mediate a few key figures but potentially hundreds of CEO's etc
Plus she's young and a woman, with all the potential connotations that that brings IRL, wonder if it will be brought up in the show.
Gods I can't wait
Just watched the iO9 clips, hot damn yes the music is already getting me excited. I think having her slightly older than gAang is a good choice, the story sounds like it could be a little more mature too, charming as Aang's adventures were, I'd appreciate things being aimed towards a slightly older audience, at least midteen. Then again, it is on Nick so that probably won't happen.
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now they have to clean up the glass and buy a new window and throw out that fire loser...
DAAAAAAAAAAMN
And people wonder why benders get a bad rap.
Hell the first series should have won those awards.
She was obviously built to punch out a dude, and I am glad to see that talent is not going to waste.
Also we have cars guys. Gold plated cars.
Also radios.
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This is why we're getting Korra, just focus on Korra. Plus, when it comes out, you can edit Shamalan's face onto everyone she beats up!
http://www.fallout3nexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=16534
very yes
and the other vaguely ethnic guy standing next to him in the mummy is tentatively on the list as well but I haven't seen him in enough things
Seeing the beginnings of Korra makes me believe that it might be able to top even it's predecesser from the start. If Korra can ramp up in the same way, where will it end up?
Tumblr | Twitter PSN: misterdapper Av by Satellite_09
http://www.fallout3nexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=16534
You guys aren't helping.
http://www.fallout3nexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=16534
http://io9.com/5876238/
NNID-InvisibleInk
214 REPUBLIC CITY, NIGHT
From their cables, Korra and Tenzin both spot something that causes them to stop fighting. The lava river ahead drops off in a tremendous lava fall.
SNAPPING AND METAL GROANS are heard as the main part of the collector starts to break away and move toward the lava fall. Tenzin looks around and sees a small floating platform making its way toward the tower.
Tenzin does a double back-flip and lands squarely on the floating platform. He immediately leans to one side and moves away from the tower.
Korra realizes she is doomed as the entire tower heads for the falls. In the distance she sees some POLAR BEAR DOGS. She swings back to the tower, climbs up and makes a running leap and miraculously lands on A POLAR BEAR DOG. The POLAR BEAR DOG is confused and GROWLS. The giant collector goes over the lava flow and disappears in the mist of sparks below.
Tenzin heads for the bank of the lava river, but Korra's POLAR BEAR DOG is faster. She catches up with her old Master.
Tenzin and Korra continue the airbending fight. They battle away, balancing on the tiny platform and puzzled Polar Bear Dog. Korra, standing on the Dog, approaches Tenzin on the work platform.
Tenzin: I have failed you, Korra. I was never able to teach you to think.
Korra and Tenzin confront each other on the lava river.
Korra: I should have known the Benders were plotting to take over . . .
Tenzin: From the Equalists!!! Korra, Amon is evil.
Korra: From the Benders point of view! From my point of view, the Benders are evil.
Tenzin: Well, then you are lost!
Korra: This is the end for you, My Master. I wish it were otherwise.
Korra jumps and flips onto TENZIN's platform. The fighting continues again until Tenzin jumps toward the safety of the black sandy edge of the lava river. He yells at Korra.
Tenzin: It's over, Korra. I have the high ground.
Korra: You underestimate my power!
Tenzin: Don't try it.
Korra follows, and Tenzin cuts his young apprentice at the knees, then cuts off her left arm in the blink of an eye. Korra tumbles down the embankment and rolls to a stop near the edge of the lava.
Korra struggles to pull herself up the embankment with her mechanical hand. Her thin leather glove has been burned off. She keeps sliding down in the black sand.
Tenzin: (continuing) . . . You were the Chosen One! It was said that you would, destroy the Equalists, not join them. It was you who would bring balance to the Four Nations, not leave it in Darkness.
Tenzin picks up Korra's airbending staff and begins to walk away. He stops and looks back.
Korra: I hate you!
Tenzin: You were my sister, Korra. I loved you.
Korra's clothing blows into the lava river and ignites. Suddenly Korra bursts into flames and starts SCREAMING.
Maybe i'll still enjoy the episode title?
NNID-InvisibleInk
It really was terrible in that regard(and every other) I really wanted to punch my friend every time he said "They got Katara's character down perfectly! All she does is cry."
http://www.fallout3nexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=16534
How about the fact that Nick never made action figures of the female characters because apparently girls don't buy action figures and boys don't want girl action figures. Sometimes Avatar reads like the story of a show that succeeded despite everyone else doing their best to sink it.
Tumblr | Twitter PSN: misterdapper Av by Satellite_09
Oh god it appears that I've messed myself all over ...
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I will not look at spoilers.
I will not look at spoilers.
I will not look at spoilers.
I will not look at spoilers.
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So big.
So glossy.
Such girth.
D-did they fucking do action, rock music with old Chinese instruments?
Goddamn.
Unless you don't want to know what some of the characters look like in motion.
I also hope they have a pre-determined storyline that keeps it moving forward and to a definite conclusion like Last Airbender did. Nothing irks me more than an awesome first season or two, and then a meandering season or two before it's cancelled before they actually finish the story they set out to tell. Or when a series keeps going ON AND ON AND ON with no point to 3/4 of the episodes.
Also I am so psyched for this, so psyched you guys.
This makes me even more excited and can't wait to see it!
Pre-order, even.
chair to Creation and then suplex the Void.
Plus she's young and a woman, with all the potential connotations that that brings IRL, wonder if it will be brought up in the show.
Gods I can't wait
Just watched the iO9 clips, hot damn yes the music is already getting me excited. I think having her slightly older than gAang is a good choice, the story sounds like it could be a little more mature too, charming as Aang's adventures were, I'd appreciate things being aimed towards a slightly older audience, at least midteen. Then again, it is on Nick so that probably won't happen.