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Almost twelve years back,The Legend of Korrawas released on Nickelodeon Television. It is a sequel to the beloved fantasy and action animated seriesAvatar: The Last Airbender. Its release garnered a mixed bag of reviews and reactions.
While its predecessor was a massive hit, the sequel missed the mark in many aspects. But what it did to fans’ beloved Twinkle Toes was nothing short of treachery.
Of late, the series stands on neutral ground when it comes to its reviews. While it is a step away from its predecessor, its treatment of Aang’s character was nothing short of unsavory. It left an indelible mark in terms of its conception.
But like most shows, the sequel has its fair share of good, bad, and ugly aspects. And while it may not be as glorious as its precursor, it does stand out in its unique way.
Aang’s underwhelming ending as The Last Avatar
Aangis undoubtedly one of the most powerful monks in the series. At the mere age of 12, he was able to bend all four elements through his extensive training. His training and mastery over the elements make him one of the prodigies in the series.
Interestingly, it all fits well with the amount of responsibilities and duties piled on to him as a child. To learn, hone, and eventually master the element bending is a big feat in itself. But there is more to his character than meets the eye.
His abilities, strength, and wisdom put himon par with Wanand some even suggest that he might be more powerful than him. This is especially true for his mastery in both element bending along with energy-bending.
But what made him a lovable character was his feats inAvatar: The Last Airbender, which further enhanced his character that is laden with complexities and profundities. The series was pivotal in harnessing the viewers’ emotional investment and eventually, it was frittered away with the sequel.
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Compared to the precursor, the sequel flatlined in terms of its political outlinesas some suggest. However, its downfall had majorly to do with its treatment of fans’ beloved characters. This also ties majorly with its treatment of old characters.
With Korra’s association with Raava, she became the new Wan. And while it ended the cycle of Avatars, it highlighted Aang’s position as the last one of his kind. This didn’t fare well as he died without seeing his children. And despite its pitfalls, the sequel is a composite blend of good, the bad, and the ugly.
The good, the bad, and the ugly inThe Legend of Korra
One of the biggest criticisms ofThe Legend of Korrais its inability to render nostalgia in its plot. Unlike its predecessor, the series failed to garner a sense of familiarity for Avatar fans. But that is not all, considering its romance-laden plot as most fans suggest.
Like its precursor, the sequel stands remarkable in its portrayal of queer relationships. Its enmeshing of love is viewed as cringe by many readers. This, however, fits well with Korra’scomplexities as a character.
Not to mention, sequels in this age are a hit or miss. It may work out perfectly and may flatline in most aspects, However, the sequel series outlined diversity and nuances of relationships brilliantly.
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Overall, it may not be everyone’s cup of tea but it managed to do certain aspects brilliantly. This is evident in its spectrum of characters and their intricacies in the series. And though it’s a mix of the good, the bad, and the ugly, it did leave a bad taste in fans’ mouths with Aang’s character development.
The Legend of Korrais available for streaming on Netflix.
Himanshi Jeswani
Anime Writer
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Himanshi Jeswani is an anime writer at Fandomwire, with her work spanning over 900 articles. Her articles cover shojo, shonen, seinen, and all things beyond. Her interests, however, aren’t limited to simply anime. She has a penchant for exploring different genres of manga, be it horror, yanki, music, and food. She brings out her specialization and expertise in the performing arts through her articles. As a writer, she strives to bridge the gap between the viewers and the medium itself. To her, anime is a revolutionary medium that is capable of creating communities and stories after all.
