[Hype en Ecosse]

(Original post by kaygee)
I love the fact that Korra is in love with that firebender forgot his name, and he loves her back. Screw the other pretty girl, she just came out of nowhere.lol. I hope korra can defeat Amon and take his bending powers.

I still expect Asami (the other pretty girl) to turn out to be an evil bitch.

[kaygee]

I think you are absolutely right about that. But we all know who he really loves and that is Korra. I mean, in the end the guy always gets the girl minus a few distractions (such as Asami), since Aang got Katura, so Korra is definitely gonna get the guy - hopefully. I mean the fire-bender is so funny and makes the cartoon interesting. I wish they'd upload the next episode soon.

[A level Az]

Loving this series, really glad the writers didn't just flop after the last airbender series, this one is fantastic.

My prediction is Amon is actually absorbing people's bending, not just taking it away. The more he absorbs the more powerful he becomes, and Korra's gonna have to master airbending (and the avatar state) as that's the only element he can't absorb in mass amounts, so he'll be weak to it.

I forgot to mention that Amon's hands when "taking away bending" are in a different position to the way Aang's are, and we know Aang is genuinely taking away people's bending, touching the forehead and chest, whereas Amon touches the forehead and neck. I think this implies that there is more to it.

[Artymess]

I reckon the writers have done a fantastic job so far - can't fault them.

[Mr.Messy]

Watched ep 10 today. Very good episode and sets up the finale nicely.

Saw the promo for next weeks episodes as well and (possible spoiler)

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it looked like Korrra is going to enter the Avatar state when Amon attempts to take her bending away

[Also Known As]

(Original post by A level Az)
Loving this series, really glad the writers didn't just flop after the last airbender series, this one is fantastic.

My prediction is Amon is actually absorbing people's bending, not just taking it away. The more he absorbs the more powerful he becomes, and Korra's gonna have to master airbending (and the avatar state) as that's the only element he can't absorb in mass amounts, so he'll be weak to it.

Oooh, that's a great theory! I still wonder if Amon is someone connected to the old gang somehow...

As for the charecters, personally, I feel that both Korra AND Asami are being dragged down by whiny Mako, Bolin's alot more fun. I hope we get to see more of the world next season, I'm really curious as to how it's like beyond Republic City.

[A level Az]

(Original post by Also Known As)
Oooh, that's a great theory! I still wonder if Amon is someone connected to the old gang somehow...

As for the charecters, personally, I feel that both Korra AND Asami are being dragged down by whiny Mako, Bolin's alot more fun. I hope we get to see more of the world next season, I'm really curious as to how it's like beyond Republic City.

Amon's father might have been (if his story turns out to be true and not just a way of getting sympathy from non-benders). I'm gonna hate it if Asami betrays the group because of Mako's feelings towards Korra, that would be pretty suckish, and yeah I agree we need more Bolin He's the closest thing to the Sokka of the group, and I LOVED Sokka, so I wish they'd give him more airtime.

On another note, can't wait for the season finale tomorrow !

And I'm even more sure about my theory than ever after seeing the finale trailer on youtube.

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Seems like Amon has got Korra and Mako in a spot away from everyone else, and it looks like he's bloodbending them as their hands are shaking etc. I think Korra will probably have to go and learn from Katara in the next book (Water) on how to overcome bloodbending.

I wonder, what would happen if Amon tried to absorb Korra's bending whilst she was in the Avatar State? Would he get the bending of all the past Avatars?

I forgot to mention that Amon's hands when "taking away bending" are in a different position to the way Aang's are, and we know Aang is genuinely taking away people's bending, touching the forehead and chest, whereas Amon touches the forehead and neck. I think this implies that there is more to it.

[Also Known As]

(Original post by A level Az)
Amon's father might have been (if his story turns out to be true and not just a way of getting sympathy from non-benders). I'm gonna hate it if Asami betrays the group because of Mako's feelings towards Korra, that would be pretty suckish, and yeah I agree we need more Bolin He's the closest thing to the Sokka of the group, and I LOVED Sokka, so I wish they'd give him more airtime.

On another note, can't wait for the season finale tomorrow !

And I'm even more sure about my theory than ever after seeing the finale trailer on youtube.

Spoiler:

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Seems like Amon has got Korra and Mako in a spot away from everyone else, and it looks like he's bloodbending them as their hands are shaking etc. I think Korra will probably have to go and learn from Katara in the next book (Water) on how to overcome bloodbending.

I wonder, what would happen if Amon tried to absorb Korra's bending whilst she was in the Avatar State? Would he get the bending of all the past Avatars?

I forgot to mention that Amon's hands when "taking away bending" are in a different position to the way Aang's are, and we know Aang is genuinely taking away people's bending, touching the forehead and chest, whereas Amon touches the forehead and neck. I think this implies that there is more to it.

I finally saw the trailer, you're right Aang & Amon have difference stances when they take away bending, I guess that could be a clue that Amon is not really able to permanently take away a person's bending. Which for Lin's sake, I hope so.

Lol, one of the YT commentors said that maybe Amon is Azula's son/descendent, I see no evidence for that but he certainly has her ruthlessness, ha ha.

[Naami]

I love the writers for this show. This season could have gone wrong in so many ways but it's absolutely perfect atm. Lovin' the whole industrial thing going on and Amon is a much scarier antagonist than the Fire Lord could ever be. Seriously, he creeps me out.

[Hype en Ecosse]

(Original post by Naami)
I love the writers for this show. This season could have gone wrong in so many ways but it's absolutely perfect atm. Lovin' the whole industrial thing going on and Amon is a much scarier antagonist than the Fire Lord could ever be. Seriously, he creeps me out.

I think that what especially makes Amon creepier is that no one can stand up to him. He seems to be stronger than everyone else he's ever faced, and the fact that he's taking it easy on them just makes it even scarier. Ozai always seemed like a weak prick. "Oh well done, you beat up your only son!".

[Ape Gone Insane]

Finished the entire Avatar show. I only got into it a few days ago so I did a marathon run through it. Loved it and I liked how the Zuko character developed (was a bit worried about the route he was taking at the end of Book Two).

I'll be getting starting on Legend of Korra now, though I've noticed there are graphic novels continuing the Avatar story... Are these necessary/canon? Are they good?

[Hype en Ecosse]

(Original post by Ape Gone Insane)
Finished the entire Avatar show. I only got into it a few days ago so I did a marathon run through it. Loved it and I liked how the Zuko character developed (was a bit worried about the route he was taking at the end of Book Two).

I'll be getting starting on Legend of Korra now, though I've noticed there are graphic novels continuing the Avatar story... Are these necessary/canon? Are they good?

I never even knew those graphic novels existed until this very moment. They're not necessary, I don't know if they're canon, I wouldn't say I've missed out on anything by not reading them.

I agree, I was a bit sceptical of what was happening to Zuko, but I fell in love with him shortly before they started up that tea shop.

[Ape Gone Insane]

(Original post by Hype en Ecosse)
I never even knew those graphic novels existed until this very moment. They're not necessary, I don't know if they're canon, I wouldn't say I've missed out on anything by not reading them.

I agree, I was a bit sceptical of what was happening to Zuko, but I fell in love with him shortly before they started up that tea shop.

They seem to carry on a lot of the story following the Hundred Year War with links to Korra. I/we can just read the Wiki summaries.

Korra seems good so far. Amon and the Equalists are far more intriguing adversaries than the Fire Nation were. I'm not sure about the Steampunk/American 1920s esque setting though. Takes some getting used to. Korra also seems like the complete opposite of Aang.

[BigFudamental]

(Original post by Ape Gone Insane)
Korra seems good so far. Amon and the Equalists are far more intriguing adversaries than the Fire Nation were.

I agree, but at the same time I don't think the plot of Korra would be workable if not for the more cookie-cutter benders vs. benders story that preceded it in.

[Ape Gone Insane]

(Original post by BigFudamental)
I agree, but at the same time I don't think the plot of Korra would be workable if not for the more cookie-cutter benders vs. benders story that preceded it in.

Oh yeah, that's nothing new. You can see the same pattern in some literature, comics and films. You'll have the first story where it's magic users vs magic users or mutant vs mutant and then in any sequels, it's the rise of anti-magic or anti-mutant agendas seeking to suppress the others. But to draw a distinction between the plot and the villains: the Fire Nation always seemed more 'in your face' dumb brute force adversaries who could be overcome by sheer power or going all Avatar God mode. The mystery behind Amon, his intelligent and calculating nature and the way he can take away bending elevates him above that into a much more sinister and effective villain.

[Luxray]

(Original post by Ape Gone Insane)
Finished the entire Avatar show. I only got into it a few days ago so I did a marathon run through it. Loved it and I liked how the Zuko character developed (was a bit worried about the route he was taking at the end of Book Two).

I'll be getting starting on Legend of Korra now, though I've noticed there are graphic novels continuing the Avatar story... Are these necessary/canon? Are they good?

Finale for this seasons Korra has finished today, I watched a tiny bit of the last part of it online (live stream) My god its got quite a few surprises.

Not necessary to read the graphic novels.

[Luxray]

(Original post by Ape Gone Insane)
Oh yeah, that's nothing new. You can see the same pattern in some literature, comics and films. You'll have the first story where it's magic users vs magic users or mutant vs mutant and then in any sequels, it's the rise of anti-magic or anti-mutant agendas seeking to suppress the others. But to draw a distinction between the plot and the villains: the Fire Nation always seemed more 'in your face' dumb brute force adversaries who could be overcome by sheer power or going all Avatar God mode. The mystery behind Amon, his intelligent and calculating nature and the way he can take away bending elevates him above that into a much more sinister and effective villain.

I dont want to spoil things for you but yeah Amon is very cunning, he's like a mixture of Azula and Jet.

[Luxray]

(Original post by A level Az)
Amon's father might have been (if his story turns out to be true and not just a way of getting sympathy from non-benders). I'm gonna hate it if Asami betrays the group because of Mako's feelings towards Korra, that would be pretty suckish, and yeah I agree we need more Bolin He's the closest thing to the Sokka of the group, and I LOVED Sokka, so I wish they'd give him more airtime.

On another note, can't wait for the season finale tomorrow !

And I'm even more sure about my theory than ever after seeing the finale trailer on youtube.

Spoiler:

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Seems like Amon has got Korra and Mako in a spot away from everyone else, and it looks like he's bloodbending them as their hands are shaking etc. I think Korra will probably have to go and learn from Katara in the next book (Water) on how to overcome bloodbending.

I wonder, what would happen if Amon tried to absorb Korra's bending whilst she was in the Avatar State? Would he get the bending of all the past Avatars?

I forgot to mention that Amon's hands when "taking away bending" are in a different position to the way Aang's are, and we know Aang is genuinely taking away people's bending, touching the forehead and chest, whereas Amon touches the forehead and neck. I think this implies that there is more to it.

BIG SPOILER about finale!!!! ...

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You're on the right lines, the episode should be up soon on the link I posted above. The site had it live streaming before and I saw the last bit, which revealed pretty much everything....
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Amon can waterbend, I'm not surprised he is a bender because I thought considering he is so cunning, the whole getting burnt by fire nations was probably a fake story to gain approval from non-benders. He can bloodbend to remove others bending

[Luxray]

(Original post by Hype en Ecosse)
Online stream site. Just replace the episode number in the URL with whichever episode you want to watch. Episode 8 will be going up sometime on Sunday.

http://www.avatarchapters.tv/
This has them in HD

[Hype en Ecosse]

(Original post by Luxray)
http://www.avatarchapters.tv/
This has them in HD

I'll be patiently waiting for the finale to go up! Going to stay away from this thread until then to avoid spoilers.