Avatar LEGEND OF KORRA 4x13 Reaction: The Last Stand - Korra finale
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- čas přidán 23. 08. 2024
- Avatar Legend of Korra Season 4 Finale!
This is part 49 of my Avatar Legend of Korra reaction and commentary. Wait... 49? There are 52 episodes of Korra... I watched ep 1 and 2 together, so there should be 51 parts. I guess I screwed up somewhere. All well...
Anyway, In this reaction video, I will be reacting to Legend of Korra season 4 episode 13: The Last Stand, the Legend of Korra series finale.
Legend of Korra Season 4 ends as we reach the finale. It's been a long journey. I'm especially proud of Korra for all of her growth. And not only her. So many characters have shown such tremendous personal growth since season 1. Bolin grew up and became a little more rounded. Mako matured and became more generous. Asami learned to be a leader and to forgive. Tenzin learned to accept himself. Lin learned to put down her anger. Varrick learned to treat people better. Zhu Li learned to stand up for herself. And in this episode, Kuvira learns to let go of her pain and end her destruction.
The Legend of Korra season 4 finale is a fantastic one, full of action, emotion, and real love.
(Plus epilogue 2 to Fruit Saga)
Thank you to everyone who has followed this series. I love you all!
Special thanks to Wabi Sabi for the ending song. "ba sing se (an ode to ATLA)"
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Avatar Legend of Korra synopsis:
Avatar Korra fights to keep Republic City safe from the evil forces of both the physical and spiritual worlds.
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Thank you to everyone who has made this reaction series so awesome! I am eternally grateful to you guys 😊
Are you going to react to the dragon prince?
@@felix7890 I'm pretty sure he is
It has been an absolute pleasure
Thank you for reacting to LOK! Really enjoyed every minute of this journey!
Thanks so much to you, Goodwin!!! I knew you because of the Korra reactions (season 3), so I just watched like 75% of the videos prior... but it has been an incredible journey.
I love how Aang, a once too-timid Avatar, was able to beat his final villain in combat.
And Korra, a once headstrong Avatar, was able to beat her final villain by persuading her to surrender.
True
Great point, never noticed that
Holy shit I never noticed this. This is so well done
ayy mushroom, nice to see you here too.
@@chitoge7816 hey :)
Avatar Roku: “Being the avatar doesn’t hurt your chances with the ladies.” I guess he wasn’t wrong😂
😂
Lol
Raava just lived too long to not like women y'know
Well his original life was a guy probs why most female Avatar's have a attraction for girls like Kyoshi
@@KEI23675 Yup girls are bi and lesbian because they are reincarnations of men. Exactly! Because men can only like women and women can only like women if they were a men in an earlier life.
Please stop having such a hetero-centric and men-centric view on things.
“Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened”
Exactly
The people at the funeral:
Wut
@@wolfiegames1572 i understand your comment and I know it's a joke (and that I'm months later), but in many cultures funerals are a celebration of the person's life, people tell stories, they laugh, they even dance, and they just celebrate how they were able to be part of that person's life. I've been to 2 funerals like that and it was beautiful and very respectful.
Azula to Kuvira: "I can see your whole history in your eyes. You were born with nothing. So you've had to struggle and connive and claw your way to power. But true power, the divine right to rule, is something you're born with." 😂
The thing about the divine right to rule is that even though Azula had it she still had nothing inside that made her actually happy. What good is power if you have to be unhappy and unfulfilled to wield it.
You were never even a player
I am laughing too much I love this comment sksksk
Yeah I don't see Kuvira backing down like Long Fen
*_"Why did so many people tell me not to watch this? What's wrong with them!?"_*
Mic drop.
i dont know
@Lilithan Chrispiford the 3rd "and compared to ATLA it's not very good at all" that doesn't even make sense. Korra haters are so dumb.
@@jonnemesis11 Actually most Korra haters I know have pretty well formulated arguments. You certainly dont.
LOK isn't perfect but people do unnecessarily criticize or rather dramatize the smallest details while giving ATLA passes. I always hated that hypocrisy amongst the fanbase. What's worse for me though is how there are a lot of subjective conservative judgement regarding the politics of the show. Or the fact that some fans can't deal with technological progress within 7 decades or accept that the original characters did not turn out to be saints. Those kind of arguments against LOK are just annoying because they're mostly subjective. Just because you don't like a storyline or behavior, doesn't mean it's bad writing. That's not supposed to dismiss LOK's legitimate problems though. Just saying. Eventually it's a solid show and personally I always thought it was much more enjoyable than ATLA but that may had a lot to do with the fact that ATLA was more of a kids show whereas LOK was far more mature and dark.
@@enol1466 I'm sure you believe you do.
The Avatar always gets the girl ;)
That is true
i think avatar kyoshi got the girl too. so much truth in that comment. lol
Ugh not about their ship I feel like I have to clarify that. But just ugh to the hero gets the girl trope
@@OIdmountain Yes she did. Though it might be more accurate to say the girl got Kyoshi. Romance was the one thing that could reliably break Kyoshi's confidence.
RIP Avatar Kuruk. 😭
ZUKO CAN VISIT IROH NOWW AHHHHH
I never thought about this!!
Since the connection to all past avatars is gone I've always wondered if that means that they now have truely died and are gone or if they're still somewhere in the spirit world like Iroh and just chill somewhere.
@@jos-josradvanji6203 They’re not dead. Korra just can’t communicate with them now.
*Something to keep in mind here:*
A single vine was capable of generating enough power to blow a hole in a mountain, but in that moment at the end when Korra is Energybending that Spirit Beam, *that Spirit Beam Weapon is being supercharged by tens of thousands of Spirit Vines.*
Most Avatars would be able to get by this with aid from their past lives, but in that moment, *Korra had no connection to her past lives* and she didn't even struggle against all that energy while simultaneously Energybending all that energy into a brand new spirit portal, *something only Raava and Vaatu had done previously.*
Maybe it's because she has no past life to rely on, so she could find the raw power the avatar has
And wasn't held back by the limits the other avatats thought they had
So true
@@akkiba113 I wish they explored the advantages and the disadvantages of being the Avatar without past lives.
yes! i also think so. i think raava it self guiding korra to bend the energy
This has been one heck of a journey especially the Fruit Saga.
I'm glad!
I wonder how the vegetable civil war arc will turn out
@@menib7574 lmao
In which videos did the fruit saga appear in the end?
Lion Turtle: "We bent not the elements, *but the energy within ourselves."*
Korra: "What about Spirit Energy?"
Lion Turtle: "Uhhhhh..."
Korra: *"Screw it! I'm doing this!"*
Am. What exactly do you think "energy within ourselves" mean? What's "within ourselves"?? This thing called our spirit maybe??
@@angeljaceherondale Dude, it's just a joke. Calm down.
@@angeljaceherondale you must fun at parties
You gotta deal with it
@@Ironluke_2001 He was a bit overbearing but he is right lol
After the series you definitely realize that Korra and Mako are better friends and that Korra and Asami are great for each other
Agreed! 👍👍👍
Yes! Korra and Mako as friends works way better
"Can we go to Republic City?"
"No."
"Why?"
_KUVIRA HAS A DEADLY LASER_
Korra: *Not anymore, there's a spirit portal*
That History ref is gold.
*"New shit just got made."*
Nice reference.
Best comment on youtube
this comment is too good
Mako: "I want you to know, *I'll follow you into battle no matter how crazy things get.* I got your back, *and I always will."* 😀
Korra and Mako's relationship was far from perfect and their history is definitely complicated, *but you can't deny that their friendship is amazing.* (also I think their friendship is underrated)
Yess platonic Makorra is so amazing 😔
One cool thing about Korra and Mako's relationship, and this is something a friend pointed out to me, is that we get to see their whole journey from awkward romance, to awkward friends, to REALLY GOOD FRIENDS. That's a really cool thing. Their love for each other is tangible, and feels deserved because we've seen the whole journey. And in some ways it redeems the weaker elements of the love triangle and gives it a nice purpose.
@@AGoodwinTV *100% YES!!!* 😀😀😀
“I needed to know what true suffering was, so I could become more compassionate to others”. Enter my FAVORITE quote ever from both avatar shows! 😭
Fun fact: Remember that one Kuvira line when she conquered Zaofu: "Start dismantling the domes." she used the platinum for her giant mecha suit, which blew up, waste of good metal to be honest.
My advice back in S2 to buy stock in platinum was more relevant than I realized at the time lol
@@AGoodwinTV literally the first thing I thought when you said it 😂
Well technically it's because Mako did the thing
I think she also used Su's meteorites as those liquid globes, right? Using them to operate the mech and to fight Korra later--by the by, good on Korra for not batting an eye at a mass of liquid metal coming right at her.
@@TirOrah Yeah, I wonder if maybe Su's meteorites are from the meteorite Sokka used for his space sword.
I just remember zaheer saying that Korra's powers are limitless in this season
Fun fact: in korra, the last word that is said is "perfect" just like in ATLA. This time it was said by korra herself. I wonder if that was intentional or just a coincidence 🤔
Im'a be waiting for more fun facts during The Dragon Prince reaction series from you :D
....if you're doing any haha
Also the first word (not counting the intro) the first word said is “its” so the first and last word “its perfect”
I was going to say this before I saw you say it 😂
Wow I didn't notice. Thanks for the A+ fun facts throughout both series! You're a legend
@@AGoodwinTV can you do the comics
I like how he explained korra's arc perfectly and people still say korra is the worst avatar, she was always impulsive, she loses way to much😂
Right I’m like just because she loses doesn’t mean she’s weak. It just means that she was outsmarted. Also, every time she fought the first time and loss. She had things going against her.
I can't stand people saying she's the worst avatar when Roku exists. Like c'mon, Aang's whole journey was fixing Roku's mistakes, and I get that every avatar leaves mistakes for the next one to fix but a WAR with GENOCIDE is a little too much imo
@@manuba_ And Avatar Kuruk had to fix Yangchan's mistakes. Yet he is regarded as the lazy Avatar. He sacrificed so much.
they also call her worst cause she's not Aang's clone :/
@@arraikcruor6407 Kuruk said himself he didn’t really have much to do as the avatar , the world was at peace during his lifetime .
Also, The "turf wars" comic goes more in depth into Asami and korra's relationship.
Looking forward to it
Also some much needed Kaya backstory.
Admittedly I missed all those romantic signs people talk about when I first watched the series. And to be honest, I still felt the same when I saw it the 2nd and 3rd time around. And that is me trying to pay closer attention, not because I'm against their relationship. It's strange because I saw those signs that people talk about as something that happens to friends irl. It was too soon and too fast for me that's why. What with Korra soon after recovering, she'd get together with Asami. I feel like the buildup is there when they bonded as friends, but the romantic attraction stage was not as clear as I wished to have seen and then they were forced to be together just like that in the end when they barely have spoken and taken the time to be together again. Maybe they have done so "offscreen" and it's only because of budget issues that it's lacking in that department... I don't know. I feel it's a shame that the franchise wasn't given much for what it can potentially reach. I imagine if they only had better support, the franchise would've explored Korra in better heights. I agree with Goodwin when he said that the end doesn't have to be that Korra has to end with somebody. To me, since the comic is there, the writers could've also expanded their romantic attraction stage there, not when they're already a couple. Also, I don't know if people would agree with me here, but the attraction/courting stage is usually the most interesting stage in a relationship. I would've wanted to see it. It beats most in terms of being already in the relationship in terms of love story. ☺
@@YuzuLeMoon I think this was meant to be the start of their relationship, and the comics are the courting stage :) the interpretation that those were things that could happen to friends I don't think is wrong, I really saw this ep as the transition from a deep friendship to exploring a potential romance
@@AGoodwinTV and it’s in yt reading or audio
The thing that killed me about the ending to this series is that, as korra and asami walked into that spirit portal, and after everything she'd been through, korra was finally happy. I couldn't help but cry at this and just jeep saying, "she's finally happy, they're both finally happy". I'm glad that korra and asami ended up together, because thy both got the happy ending they deserved.
Agreed. After so much suffering, Korra has finally found the happiness that she and the one she loves the most deserves.
@@Ironluke_2001 100%
What about Mako though?
@@nathanmills335 He just happy that Korra's back and that they're still friends.
this show though is a little choppier then ATLA it tackles completely different things. though the source material is pretty similar I really like how the creators took ATLA and LOK and chose what they wanted to focus on. obviously ATLA focuses on character development and the procession of a single story with multiple sub plots. while LOK has a lot of major stories that all in some way shape or form pushed Korra to become a better version of herself both shows excel in their goals and that is part of the reason why it’s so satisfying watching them both
7:10 Thank god you put this into words. Some people don't like Book 4 and I can't seem to understand why, because B4 is the one that makes LoK a genius show. It concludes the narrative of Korra's growth as a character and a person, from an impulsive and reckless kid to a mature and wise adult. And a great deal of that was in the acceptance of her own vulnerability, that her preconceived notion of what the avatar had to be was false.
Korra is probably my favorite Avatar character because of this development. Of course, perhaps I identify with her depression as well, as someone who suffers it, it really spoke to me,
Agreed. She's my favourite character also, and her development and how she changed for the better (especially the change that you mentioned she went through during this season) made me love her and relate to her even more.
How poetic that Korra starts this journey as a self-proclaimed "spiritual failure" and her final act is bending pure spiritual energy.
Korra is such a rich character and easily my favorite protagonist anywhere. The lessons that she teaches about humility, compassion, healing, growth etc. Just resonate so well with me.
I'm so happy that you were able to appreciate all the nuances and amazingness that this show has to offer. Looking forward to the next show!
Fun fact: Korra and Asami were supposed to kiss as they entered the spirit portal, but Nickelodeon censored it.
The writer even said "We wanted to make it as clear as possible that Korra and Asami were a couple"
🎶Bandermoles, digging holes,
under Republic city,
gotta run away from Kuvira today,
although i do think she's pretty🎶
Insert kuvira tsundare blushing
@@menib7574 i would rather cut off all my toes, grill them, heavily salt them and then eat them than watch tsundere kuvira intensely blushing
@@Kal05 what's the recipe?
@@menib7574 ....
@@menib7574
1. Cut off your toes nicely, they take the same pressure to cut a carrot
2. Remove the toenails and bones then peel off the skin until its round and smooth
3. Rinse the toes so they dont have any dirty parts
4. Get out a medium sized pan and put oil in it
5. Get your fresh toes inside the pan and roll them around at 800°C
6. While cooking your toes heavily season them with salt, black pepper, cumin, and paprika.
7. Your freshly cooked toes should be ready after about 3-4 minutes
8. Enjoy your meal!
Who else hope that we get a third avatar series someday
I mean I would love too but tbh the fandom doesn't deserve it. They made Korra and half the fan base trashed on the creators and the series.
@@manuba_ Very true, although I love these shows this fan base has gone too far on multiple occasions
I feel like it's best they end it there. Such raw emotions. I feel like the further it gets from the series, the more treasured it is
Personally I'd love it. as long as Mike and Bryan get full creative control.
I'd love that so much, but I don't think that will ever happen. I watched the whole show back when it aired, and even though it's good in topics ATLA didn't explore, a lot of people don't like it to this day. I believe that everybody likes Aang's journey so much, myself included, that nothing will live up to the expectation.
When I watched the series I came to the conclusion that Energybending has three uses
Life Energybending: Taking away or Granting bending
Spirit Energybending: Controlling Spirit Energy from the spirit cannon and spirit prison
Cosmic Energybending: How she was able to turn into the astral giant from s2 and her cosmic energy blasts
If anyone has different views feel free to share your opinions on it
The two characters that represented their love for each other......
Mako and Bolin
There are so many great examples.
One of my favorites is Korra and Tenzin :)
@@AGoodwinTV Can I also put in a quick word for Korra and Lin? They hated each other at first, but grew to respect one another, and here in the finale, Korra finally calls her by her first name. That lady is my hero.
"Being the Avatar doesnt hurt your chances with the ladies" - Roku
Everyone: Who is Lyn’s dad?
Me: The real question is Did melon lordDivorce his wife ? because she isn’t in your videos anymore! Poor baby he’s going to grow up without a mother😭😭😭
Haha no divorce here. There's a skit at the end of 4x11 that explains everything :)
@@AGoodwinTV it is pretty tragic though.
hope young hercubber will grow to become a beautiful demigod.
Can I just quickly say that Korra vs. Kuvira is one of my top avatar fights because of the strategic effort they both put forth?? It wasn’t useless punching they fought with so much IQ I loved it.
Kuvira's fights were always so technical. I loved it. Ngl I think I could've used some of that in ATLA. Aang vs Ozai was good I won't deny that. But instead of the flying and huge blasts of things. Imagine Aang rolling around, dodging Ozai, using earthbending to break his footing, water bending to douse his flames, airbending to zip around the battlefield quickly. It could've been so technical and so awesome.
@@NightCM718 Katara vs Azula?
@@Sandkasten36 katara vs. Azula wasn't really technical. She shot fire at katara and Katara just hid. Then she ambushed her and Katara ran. It wasn't back and forth. Then at the end she blindsided Azula with a freeze. Wouldn't call it technical.
Unless you're not talking about Sozin's Comet and you're talking about crossroads of destiny?
@@NightCM718 she looked for a way to outsmart her and found one. And there are a lot of fight scenes that are technical. Aang VS Azula on the drill and almost everything Toph was doing. Creating a giant dust cloud to blind her opponents etc.
Seriously respect your Mako reflection. Hes personally one of my favorite characters (maybe a self reflection) lol he did so much but mainly in the background. He loves those around him and will give up his life to protect them, who knows if he would do as much as he did if it wasn't for those around his life. Your notes to this show are one of the best
Thank you for reacting to Korra, is one of my favorite shows, and you were always so kind and seeing the best side of thing, and great analysis! There is some cool parallels, like how she entered the avatar state for the first time to save herself, her bending, and the last time it was to save someone else. Korra had a really big growth. While Aang was a human learning to be the avatar, Korra was an avatar learning to be human.
Can't wait for Dragon Prince now! 😍✨
Thank you for watching! It was easy to see the good in this show :)
Noooooooo, General Iroh, Mako, Wei, you will all be missed 😭😭😭💔💔💔
We can take some small solace in the fact that Wei probably went on to give many more loving face slaps.
FYI: When I first watched this finale, I wondered about the mechanics of why a new spirit portal was created randomly; then I remembered that Vaatu said he was the first spirit to broke through to the physical realm... since Kuvira is basically using the same Vaatu spirit energy lasers, the amount of energy from the spirit vines created by UnAVatuu from season 2 tore a hole between the physical realm and the Spirit World (which implies that this was how Vaatu was able to break through to the physical world)
I just love how everything still implicitly explained within the context we were provided!
I love the connection that Tenzin's kids have with Korra. It's like a big sister vibe but it does deeper as she's the reincarnation of their grandfather. So their immediate connection makes perfect sense, even from the start of the series. So in a way, Aang got to know and hang with his grandkids through Korra.
I can't believe it's the end. Honestly this reaction series helped me a lot this year, your thoughts and advices really made me think about myself and just getting to rewatch two shows i love hearing someone else's opinions on them really made my days better, like i was introducing something i really like to a friend. I really need to thank you (and CZcams for recommending me your channel). Anyway, i think it's time to finally watch Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood cause i don't wanna lose a single video :)
Thank you PHCP! That means a lot to me.
I share similar sentiments. It's 2020 and everything sucks. These times are hard and depressing. Honestly, while both ATLA and LoK have great life lessons, LoK's lessons and themes remain more relevant to me in my adult life than ATLA's. All the self-reflection amidst a world of different beliefs and complicated political ecosystems. I'm really glad for these vids as not only do they remind me of the lessons shown LoK, they're also run by this cool guy who has just as much helpful advise and wisdom to give as the show does.
You'll get a piece of Kuvira's backstory in Ruins of the Empire
Couldn't have asked for a better birthday present: my favorite reactor finishing one of my favorite shows! Congrats!
Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Happy birthday!
Thank you! And happy birthday 😁
omg it’s my birthday too, happy birthday
I can’t get through the ending w/out tearing up, hearing the “avatar’s love” musical quote to finish it off
It so nice that Korra can relate to Kuvira and why it is a great ending. Also I’m so glad Varrick got a good ending. It so sad that these reactions are coming to an end. Since ATLA, your thoughts and knowledge has grown. I’m so glad you are doing another Q&A.
Stay Safe
Also so glad you mention what Miyazaki said. Since Miyazaki is such an amazing director.
So sad that the fruit saga is coming to an end. 😭
Yes, I think Korra relating to Kuvira was a brave choice but I'm grateful for it. I appreciate the kind words! Fruit Saga is over, but we'll see what happens next time people complain about my bare white walls lol.
@@AGoodwinTV I do remember that. Haha
I'm really going to miss your reactions to Legend of Korra. Start watching your Channel three months ago with your avatar The Last Airbender reaction then I just got hooked because I haven't really seen anybody with your kind of reactions before. Anyways I'm just glad to watch someone who enjoys this series as much as I do can't wait to see what you watch next. Also on a unrelated note I just realized Naga was an anagram for Aang.
Agreed. He connects with the show and characters so well. He also dissects it and analyses it. Other reactors don't get as deep.
I'm eternally grateful that I stumbled apon your channel. You really made me see ATLA and LOK in so made different ways. I've seen many reaction, but you have grabbed the #1 spot! I hope you keep making reaction video because I'm still going to be following you! You're an amazing guy!
Thank you! Got a lot more videos planned :)
@@AGoodwinTV Looking forward to it!
Here are my closing thoughts about Korra and it's ending:
(𝘉𝘛𝘞 𝘐 𝘸𝘳𝘰𝘵𝘦 𝘢 𝘭𝘰𝘵 𝘴𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘬𝘰𝘳𝘳𝘢𝘴𝘢𝘮𝘪, 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘬𝘰𝘳𝘳𝘢, 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘳𝘥 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘴 𝘪 𝘧𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘵 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘪 𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘪𝘯 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘴𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘈𝘛𝘓𝘈, 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘥𝘰𝘯'𝘵 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘥 𝘪𝘵 𝘢𝘭𝘭 if you don't want to.)
1) For the romance korrasami ending, They couldn't show more of course because nickelodeon wouldn't allow it. But it was a breakthrough in animation history as it was the first huge lgbt moment for a main character in a kid's animation show. Korra was the stepping stone for many shows down the road that would get more freedom on tv and portray lgbt couples in kid's shows.
I personally liked it a lot because it's one of the only ones that feels more subtle and actually progresses slowly for a romance in the universe. The more you watch it, the more signs you see.
I didn't like Korrasami that much before but upon rewatch, it really grows on you particularly as a film student where you try to show subtext and development that is not too overt. I feel the problem with many animated shows is they don't build enough or make it too childish with many overt scenes that lead nowhere until the end.I mean korra was definitely the closest with asami and the hints were there in season 4 from the blushing to the conversations to the writing of letters only to asami.
It's true that it's hard to see how you make the jump from best friends to romantic feelings but sometimes it just happens. It's just hard to fathom but they were very close, it would have seemed clearer of course if it was mako and korra that were that close. They of course couldn't show what korra was actually thinking as well.
I particularly like the ending for the character of korra because it seems she is not rash and impulsive anymore compared to how she was with the love triangle, it's just an invitation to a first date and nothing more. It's like the start of a new journey and a new adventure for them as they enter a new romantic relationship, a new world and a new phase in their life. (It actually feels less unrealistic then Kataang and their final everlasting love kiss that did feel like coming out of nowhere since their last scene together was that rejection in ember's). The fact that korra and asami didn't kiss as well was because it would have felt like coming out of nowhere particularly on a first date.
I liked how it really builds and feels actually more like an adult relationship, it feels very real and the end is picture perfect.
Anyway that's my take.
2) I feel Korra's arc was much more complex than many people make it out to be and mirrors our world amazingly.
Avatar was about a boy needing to become the avatar in a world that needed him with clear ww2 themes and a fight between good and evil.
Korra was about the avatar needing to become human in a world that doesn't want her also pushing the aspects that today's world is more grey than it was yesterday and things are much less black and white; Being a hero is not enough anymore.
Korra portrays that very well
Her character arc from being sheltered all her life to making mistakes to learning from them and growing up and to understand how to fit in a world that doesn't want you is just an incredible arc that makes hers much better than aang's and probably my favourite arc after Zuko's in the franchise. Korra was flawed as a person and had to live up to a huge legacy as an avatar and has a show and while she did mistakes along her road, she managed amazingly at the end and showed great progress over the show's run to understand her inner self, what she needed to get past and finally understand the role she had in this world.
It's an incredible arc that many haters just like to say instead that either korra loses all the time or that korra is a mary sue, which weirdly put together means the exact opposite of each other.
3) Here's a list of things that i loved and that i just cooked up to show you why korra is great and why i love it:
For me what I loved:
-korra being so different than aang
-korra's arc
-ptsd themes handled so well
-amon being the most menacing villain in the franchise before the reveal
-the technology mixed with bending
-the world being more grey not accepting her compared to aang who was needed
-the beginnings episodes with the incredible animation and ghibli feel to it
-the journeys to the spirit world with tenzin or with korra and iroh
-toph's return
-"When we are hitting our lowest point, we are open to the greatest change" (aang)
-kuvira's parralel to mao and making her cause feel just at the start.
-the characters when they make mistakes, own up to them.
-aang's family and how he wasn't a perfect father
-Tenzin (jk simmons)
-The music surpassing avatar that even ATLA fans agree on
-the animation in some parts surpassing avatar
-the lack of fillers
-the return of the airbenders
-zaheer
-the red lotus team particularly ghazan
-Bolin's comedy
-I personally liked and found the eska bolin dynamic funny
-the parallels to politics with populism, freedom, anarchy and totalitarianism.
-the continuation from avatar parallels with history with mao parallels and hong kong.
-metal city
-the relationship between su and lin
-probending is a cool sport
-Tenzin's children
-jinora being the true legacy of aang
-the last scene
and so much more...
Also the only thing i hate with a burning passion in korra is Wu and his singing.
4) So in Conclusion:
Avatar is pretty close to perfect and one of my favourite tv shows of all time while korra is a great show in it's own right.
Avatar has the best supporting cast while korra has the best main character (but it takes a few seasons to see her greatness like zuko.)
Avatar is a better more simpler story and very well put together while korra is more ambitious but flawed with some fantastic mature themes, villains and animation sequences.
Korra might be much more flawed than avatar but compared to other animated shows or tv shows, i still like it much more than 90% of tv i watched. It's not the original show but nothing will be like it and i'm okay with that.
Very nice analysis. I agree that Korra's arc was very complex and handled quite well overall. I definitely don't see her as a Mary Sue, and her losing is important and is part of her character growth. As I've mentioned, I think people confuse character weakness with bad characters. Korra has moments of weakness but they feel real and they are handled in a way that is relatable and also useful to me watching, and I'm sure to many others as well.
well said
I dislike korrasami bc of it they couldn't reach full potential
I agree and couldn’t have said it better.
@@Nalon.1242 read the comics you'll get what you want
Aang learned from being human to being the Avatar.
Korra learned from being the avatar to being human.
IT'S PERFECT!
If I had a nickel for everytime...
Everyone else: We wanna see the election results!
Me: When’s Goodwin gonna upload the finale?
There's an election???
@@AGoodwinTV What election? There are no elections in Ba Sing Se.
@@PsychoSpot3324 Prince Wu: hold my democracy
Ikr
Joe Biden becomes the next president: oh ok
Goodwin uploads Korra finale: YES YES FINALLY!!!!!
This was one of the best reaction series I’ve seen for Avatar! This franchise has given us such amazing characters and they all feel like family.
I’m so glad you shared this experience with us. I can’t wait for you to start FMA:B. Few shows can somewhat fill the Avatar void, but that’s definitely one of them.
The wedding and the ending scene are my top favorites of the show, I love seeing Varrick happy. And the korrasmi is just so pure!
Loved watching the korra reactions, can't wait to see what comes next!
Vaatu: *claims to have "broken through the divide that separated humans and spirits" (create the spirit portals)*
Kurvira's Laser: *looks like Vaatu's laser*
Also Kurvira's Laser: *creates another portal*
COINCIDENCE?!...
Most likely.
I would just like to say, I have loved going on this journey with you.
Whenever I first watched korra(when it first aired) it received so much hate.... it sounds dramatic but it actually hurt. Just because I love this show so much. I really reflected Korras journey and growth into my own life. It makes me so happy to see such a skyrocket of support for the show, and this is something you’ve helped pioneer. there’s so many new things and themes you can take from this show that it baffles me how people hate it so much. I’m excited to know where your channel goes from here, hopefully it’ll be something I can be interested in.
I loved Korra and I'm very grateful to have had this experience. I hope over time people will continue to watch the show with an open mind :D
God the creation of the new spirit portal was gorgeous. This episode was the perfect ending
These reactions have been great. Your insight on the characters is really good to see, and I’m happy that I found this channel.
The comparison between Kuvira and Korra really works well to show how Korra has grown as a character. Especially her willingness to save Kuvira and display her full power.
Looking forward to the future, can’t wait to see what’s next
I got so scared when Mako was going to sacrifice himself 🥺 I genuinely don't know how I would've felt if my 2nd boo died 😭😂
“You are defined by the pain you are willing to take on in life.” Pfft I must be hella strong then lol
I'm sure you are :)
@@AGoodwinTV thank u☺️
As a Korra centric (and honestly positive) CZcams channel, to hear the insights and depth you've seen and experienced with the series is incredible to watch. This series and Korra herself had a profound affect on me personally, but also as a creative, and to see others identify and understand her character and her arc is amazing - glad you've enjoyed this experience!
In ATLA, Zuko, the initial bad guy, was shown even with his mistakes, he's still capable of bringing goodness and balance like the avatar.
In Korra, she realizes that she's also capable of the evils her enemies had if she did not control herself, and helps her become more diplomatic.
To me, Korra's internal journey was similiar to Zuko and a little of Sokka's. They all started out rough-headed, but once they learn their true selves, they are able to grow and make the right choices
The finale was cool in showing the maturity of some characters including Korra! The comics show what happens directly after the finale in terms of Korra and Asami. It was awesome watching your reaction to Korra man 👍
Thank you!
Yeah the characters all grew so much. Looking forward to the comics
21:20 I think that's definitely the thing I've enjoyed most about your reactions. even when korra was at its worst you still remained analytical and did what you could to dissect some value from what the creators were trying to establish. it's something I haven't seen from many fans at all, and your reactions even helped give someone like me who's been a fan since it was airing on TV a better understanding of the shows. you're still the one who made the lionturtle situation finally click in my head as a satisfying resolution, so I can't thank you enough for resolving that decades-old mental tension lmao
I know I’m usually a Bolin fanboy, but it’s Avatar Korra-the bisexual brown girl who fought through her trauma and saved the world multiple times, that taught me about myself more than probably any other character in the franchise.
The scene between Korra and Kuvira is my favorite in the entire series. Korra was often her own worst enemy, spending so much of her life fighting and forcing things into fruition, but with Kuvira she finds solace in showing compassion to what is essentially a darker version of herself. We need to be able to show ourselves compassion and forgiveness in our lives. We will experience trauma and hardship. We will have to change in order to get better. We will have to learn to let go, in order to be our best selves. It’s incredibly telling that Korra grew so much, but still felt like she has more to learn in order to be her best self. In a way, that is true spirituality and essentially what Korra needed more than anything.
Very nicely said. It's a wonderful scene and also it's a brave choice in that it defies conventions in a big way.
The voice actresses of Korra and Asami did a live stream reading of the Turf Wars comic that takes place right after the show and think it would be a great video for you to react to!
I just discovered this and I am definitely doing it :D
I think there's actually three live streams by now :) The second an third stream have some of the other VA's in them as well, and they finished the first Turf Wars comic in the third stream. (maybe you already knew, but just in case)
Fun Fact: The last word of ATLA and TLOK is ‘perfect’.
They deserved a better ending 😭 luv Korrasami 💗 #tearbend
The ending shots/scenes to Avatar and Korra were so bittersweet, and it really shows how invested we became in these perfectly crafted fictional worlds. This entire reaction journey has been awesome to rewatch the series of my childhood along with your analysis, thanks for another great experience.
Man what a wild few months. It's been awesome watching these reactions because it felt like I was introduced to this show all over again. Honestly, there isn't much else I can say that people in the comment section aren't going to cover so I'll just see what the future holds.
Looking forward to the Dragon Prince.
Here's to hoping they make "The Rise of Kyoshi" into a series. I would love to see her story brought to life, outside of the novels.
And so another reaction series comes to an end. I'm real sad to see it end. It's been a pleasure taking this journey with you
Thank you madman 164164!
I appreciate you being a part of the journey :D
@@AGoodwinTV now I just gotta watch dragon prince so I can watch even more of your reactions
Man it’s been a journey, I really enjoyed watching your reactions and hearing your takes on the events that took place in both ATLA and LoK. You’ve done a great job entertaining countless people and helping us better understand parts of ATLA and LoL that we may have overviewed or looked at as something we don’t need to focus out attention on.
Thank you for saying so!
I've been watching many reactions to these two shows over the last years now. You had unique and insightfull reactions that actually somewhat helped me in my own life. Glad I've been part of this, have a good one!
It was a good time watching your reactions of Korra sad how theirs no more but it’s ok love the reactions.
ATLA and TLOK are both good in their own right. Korra adds to the universe in some great ways. What a journey it is to watch these two shows, especially back to back. So many themes and beautiful visuals and choreography. I'm glad you were able to experience this show and join this community that loves it so much. Thank you for sharing your reactions with us!
I can't express how grateful I am to have found you and to have watched your reactions. Your reactions have actually meaningful discussions that go so in-depth into the show's writing and character development. You have no idea how much they've helped me rethink and better understand parts of my own life and grow as a person. You made me rediscover what made so captivated by this show in the first place and discussed all the things that make me connect so much better with this one than ATLA ever did. Thank you so so much for your amazing content, I cant wait to see what comes next!
"The world would be worse off cause you're singing"
LMAO DAMN
Thank you so much for reacting to the avatar series I loved this journey with u breaking down both shows and explaining how amazing they both truly were and I’m so glad to have gotten your analysis on them. You efforts are VERY appreciated from me!
Most reaction series, I'd just stop after they finished Atla/Korra, but you are not only such a wonderful personality, but you're also extremely insightful and enjoyable to listen to. I'll stick around as long as you're still here! Thanks for this reaction series! Can't wait for more
The relationship with Korra is so crazy because it's really him getting a chance to rekindle a relationship with his father, I'm sure he sees so many similarities in her from him
Omg the ending 🥺😭 Ugh I'm gonna miss this!!! But im definitely staying at least until you finish The Dragon Prince!! Your commentary and jokes are amazing and I overall just enjoy you as a person and content creator!!! 😊💜💜💜
There’s idiots in this world who think Korra is a Mary Sue.
What show were they watching 😁
Ah yes my favorite character, Korea. Fuck autocorrect.
Yeah like, the things Korea went through? How China and Japan constantly dominating it? And now being split appart from an foreign influence proxy war? Just now they are kinda popping off and people already call it out ffs
😂😂😂
Korra is the only character who according to fans is both a Mary Sue(mind you after 12 years of training from people like Katara) and loses too much
Man. Thank you for this journey. You have made me appreciate avatar so much more and through your commentary I feel like I have changed the way I think about life and really grown as a person. Much love❤️
Korra's journey and growth are what always brings me back to this series over and over. It's so emotional and impactful. I love Korra as a character and this season's ending really gave me the feeling that Korra became a fully realized avatar beyond just mastering the four elements/avatar state. The Korra and Tenzin moment always gets me.
I'm glad you like the Tenzin scene as well. For whatever reason, maybe just because of who I am and what I've been going through, that was the most impactful part of the finale for me, aside from the harsh reality of it being over.
I freaking love the fact that you made that final Korrasami shot part of the thumbnail :)
Cant believe were at the end of the whole series! Your reactions were one of my favorite ive seen to date for this series as well as atla and i am glad you got to experience this amazing journey! ❤️
Thank you!
I really like the ending of Korra. It has a very 'And Life Goes On' feel to it. Like the finale of Avatar was amazing and triumphant. But the Korra finale is more subdued and, in a way, 'adult' in tone. It's a finale I like more the older I get, which I think is significant.
I know some people found it boring or disappointing in comparison to Avatar's finale, but I think the two shows have different messages to put out. To me, Avatar was all about choosing your own path, regardless of where you come from or what other people TELL you your destiny is.
Korra, to me, was about acceptance. Accepting who you are and what your limitations/strengths are and how important it is to allow yourself to grow as a person through experiencing the world.
Both seem to be about learning and change, but they come at those concepts from different angles.
Korra really brings everything full circle since the beginning of AtLa. Notice how the spirit portal is yellow and green; the colors worn by Aang and Katara at the end of the original series. She achieved balance
Sad this journey of ATLA and LOK ended/will soon end. Though I'm glad it even happened for me and many others to discover you and your channel(these are my favorite animation series; I'm always hopeful of more within the Avatar Verse to come). The insight you brought to these series is unmatched. I'll definitely be sticking around for more adventures. Whether it be series, movies, and/or comic reviews.
I remember stumbling onto your reaction to The Avatar and The Fire Lord in July and being fascinated by how different your reaction style was from basically every other reaction channel, and I'm glad I stuck around. I've always been of the opinion that ATLA and Korra are both incredible, but your reactions have increased my appreciation for both series tenfold. Thank you for being such an amazing content creator - the insight you've provided is invaluable, and it's been a joy to watch you connect with these characters and stories that I love so much.
Also, if you aren't already aware, the ViacomCBS CEO has recently hinted that their streaming service could be expanding the Avatar franchise with a new show - not a direct confirmation, of course, but we now know for sure that they're open to the idea of a new series. Maybe we'll finally be getting another animated exploration of the world of Avatar in the not so distant future.
Thank you so much! I really appreciate you being a part of the journey.
And wow! I will try not to get too excited about that news. But that would be great :D
i’m a music geek and if you notice the score for the wedding and the final scene with korra and asami has a little bit of atlas music in it. The avatar melody in the wedding score and when korra and asami walk into the portal. As a fan it makes my heart feel warm and bring me to tears. it’s been a hell of ride :)))
thank you Alex, I stumbled across your channel in the middle of ATLA, and since then have religiously followed your video uploads. a few months ago I felt a little lost in my life, but your perspective on things struck me to the core and I have taken on board so many things. one of the biggest issues I had was being too proud to admit being wrong and admit that I wasn't doing the best I could. your emphasis on humility and emptying your cup (especially during ATLA) has changed my life.
you should react to this show called the owl house! it's an animated disney show but it has a lot of interesting themes and development of characters that you don't normally see. it's slightly more childish than avatar and korra but i really reccomend giving it a chance!
It's on my list :)
First time I see someone suggesting TOH for him lol I think he would love the comedy
oh boy there's so much I want to suggest
Just so you know with Dragon Prince, the animation is a bit shaky in frames so can be a bit jarring in the first season, though that problem will quickly be fixed after that.
That's fine. Almost all shows take a few episodes at least to get their bearings (some shows take whole seasons). I think that it's part of the natural part of the creation process. Sometimes you are learning who the characters are and what the show is as you create them.
At first I was hesitant to watch your reactions but I’m glad I clicked. You became one of my favorite channels to watch. Thank you for sharing your journey with us
Listening to your final thoughts, I really CANNOT wait to see you react to FMAB.
Also, finally some recognition to Korra's relationship with Tenzin! I remember at the time this episode aired, everyone was so focused on ships that they got frustrated with Tenzin and Korra's final conversation even tho it's one of the best of the entire show and it really is the one putting Korra to rest.
Started watching at the beginning of ATLA, but will stick around for all content you choose to produce! Keep it up and enjoy what you want to carry on with! ( Even if it's not Dragon Prince. 8] )
Thank you! Dragon Prince is one of two shows coming next :)
The music during Mako's scene is EPIC and it really sounds like "everybody wants to rule the world"! I LOVE IT!
I mostly watch reaction videos because I want to vicariously live through people watching shows for the first time, lol. But you legit add so much value to this medium, with your in-depth discussion about themes and real life connections rather than just plot. It's just so refreshing, man. Keep it up, you're one of my favorite channels right now. I don't even watch the other shows you react to, but I'll probably have to check them out just so I can see more of this.
When Korra fights Kuvira in the mech (when you commented on the music at around 2:56), it reminded me that the composer said that one of the trumpet players told him it was the hardest music he'd ever been asked to play! SO many notes!
Maaaan, I'm gonna miss these videos. ATLA and LOK mean so much to me and it's been so wonderful to get your take on it. Thank you so much for sharing your reactions.
Ugh I loved watching you react to the series!!! I can't believe it's already over 😩😩😩 But I can't wait to see you react to The Dragon Prince!!! 😊💜
I’m so sad that Korra has to end
Man you made me tear up a bit when you were talking about your fans. You are the nicest and most genuine guy I have seen on CZcams. As long as you keep making videos I’ll always be here.
Really enjoyed watching these reactions every morning before school. I won’t be leaving anytime soon.