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The creative life of living in an animation
I can not recommend this show enough, especially if you want to jump into the world of animation I highly recommend it.
However...
The first book: water is a bit slow-paced. Okay a lot slow-paced, so I would bring some patience and perhaps your favorite snacks/drinks. Before you watch this incredible show. Plus, now is a perfect time, to watch the show on Netflix. Because more content is coming out in the near future... Which, is incredibly excited about. I've been a huge fan since the first release of the first episode on February 21, 2005.
Now, I will miss a lot of information in this review, to encourage you to watch the show. To develop a strong passion to learn about it more. One of the reasons, it's one of my favorite shows. It has a little bit of everything. From romance, comedy, action, drama, etc. It also has adorable creatures. Like as Appa (sky-bison), Momo (flying lemur). Also turtle-duck, and many more cute animals in this world. This show will send you on a spiritual journey as you follow Aang and the gang. The main character, Who I consider my spirit animal because we're so alike.
If you want to know a little bit about me being an air sign (libra). Just pay attention to Aang in the show. We have a lot of personality traits. Anyways, he is a great leader as his character develops. He takes the journey from the south pole to the north pole and everything in between. Truthfully, Aang is a big reason I continue to watch the first book. Since I before the water is a little slow-paced... Which I dislike very much. But as the silly side, and emotional side of Aang is shown the more I watched. Also with Sokka, who keeps me entertained throughout the entire show. Of course, this review will miss a lot of points, but I hope this will encourage you to watch the show for yourself. Because it is truly a great experience.
Personally, my favorite character is Katara. Because of her courage and independent spirit.
At first, I'd admit I didn't like her at first, because of my own bias. I only saw the complaining, winning, and downer side of her personality. But watching the Avatar series over the years, I realize how awesome she really is. Not only, as a good role model, but very strong and lovely girl/woman. Katara, became a master at water-bending, in her pre-teen and teenage years. Learning blood bending which is a rare skill, for any water bender. She’s so cool! What I love the most about her character development is she never hides her feelings, and always there for the people, she cares for. By being caring, strong support, and loyal to her friends. Honestly, I'm not going to lie, I saw a lot of myself in her. Perhaps that's one of the reasons, I didn't like her at first. Because I didn't like myself growing up. Now that I'm learning to love every part of me, I started to get attached to Katara. It took me a while to understand these traits, but of course, there are many ways I can describe the master water-bender.
Of course "Avatar the Last Airbender" has plenty of boys to crush on. From Aang, Sokka, Jet, and even the fire lord. If you're into that sort of thing. Which I don't blame you.
My character crush is not a surprise, since a lot of fans have share the same feelings. It is Zuko... obviously... But hear me out.
The reason I like him is his story. How he chooses to change his life, from living for his destiny to finding his own. Honestly, I don't understand why I'm drawn to characters like him. Of course, his facial features, are very handsome. But how he tackles his obstacles from hunting the avatar to regain his honor to... Nope, not going to spoil it. You'll just have to see it for yourself. But there are many reasons, I like him. So don't confuse me with those other fangirls, who are obsessed with him.
One of my favorite episodes of Avatar the Last Airbender is the secret tunnel episode. "The Cave of Two Lovers" the second episode on book two: earth, deputed on March 24, 2006.
It's my favorite because it has both funny moments and others where you have to really think. Also, I think it's where the relationship between Aang and Katara really blossomed when the two explored the origins of the cave. Where the motto is "Let love lead the way". I'm not going to spoil it too much, you have to watch the episode to see why it's my favorite... And no skipping the first season.
I promise you will not be disappointed if you watch this series. Plus, when you finish the show you can explore many other animations that are out there. Another bonus is you get to fully enjoy the new content. Whether new comic book or animations that will come in the near feature. To expand your creative juices. To create your own story… It is just a thought. Also, perhaps we can have watch parties to share our likes and dislikes about the show. But you have to give Avatar the Last Airbender a chance.
Enjoy!
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