1 00:00:02,501 --> 00:00:03,831 KATARA: Water... 2 00:00:04,878 --> 00:00:06,298 Earth... 3 00:00:06,797 --> 00:00:08,127 Fire... 4 00:00:09,049 --> 00:00:10,299 Air. 5 00:00:11,134 --> 00:00:14,644 Long ago, the four nations lived together in harmony. 6 00:00:15,305 --> 00:00:18,805 Then, everything changed when the Fire Nation attacked. 7 00:00:19,685 --> 00:00:22,555 Only the Avatar, master of all four elements, 8 00:00:22,646 --> 00:00:23,766 could stop them. 9 00:00:23,855 --> 00:00:25,515 But when the world needed him most, 10 00:00:25,607 --> 00:00:26,857 he vanished. 11 00:00:27,317 --> 00:00:28,397 100 years passed, 12 00:00:28,485 --> 00:00:31,195 and my brother and I discovered the new Avatar-- 13 00:00:31,280 --> 00:00:32,820 An airbender named Aang. 14 00:00:32,906 --> 00:00:35,116 And although his airbending skills are great, 15 00:00:35,200 --> 00:00:37,830 he has a lot to learn before he's ready to save anyone. 16 00:00:37,911 --> 00:00:39,081 AANG: Oof. 17 00:00:39,162 --> 00:00:41,832 KATARA: But I believe Aang can save the world. 18 00:01:23,123 --> 00:01:24,213 Aah! 19 00:01:33,216 --> 00:01:34,716 (AANG BREATHING HEAVILY) 20 00:01:39,389 --> 00:01:40,389 Aang? 21 00:01:42,267 --> 00:01:43,677 Do you want to talk about it? 22 00:01:43,769 --> 00:01:46,599 Nah. Just a nightmare. 23 00:01:46,688 --> 00:01:48,808 I was in the Avatar state, 24 00:01:48,899 --> 00:01:51,069 But I was outside my body, watching myself. 25 00:01:51,943 --> 00:01:53,443 It was scary. 26 00:01:53,528 --> 00:01:54,988 I was scary. 27 00:02:00,577 --> 00:02:03,327 Katara, I want you to have this. 28 00:02:03,413 --> 00:02:06,333 This amulet contains water from the spirit oasis. 29 00:02:07,042 --> 00:02:09,092 The water has unique properties. 30 00:02:09,169 --> 00:02:10,499 Don't lose it. 31 00:02:11,171 --> 00:02:12,801 Thank you, Master Pakku. 32 00:02:12,881 --> 00:02:16,341 Aang, these scrolls will help you master waterbending. 33 00:02:16,426 --> 00:02:20,426 But remember, they're no substitute for a real master. 34 00:02:25,435 --> 00:02:26,435 Sokka... 35 00:02:27,896 --> 00:02:29,606 Take care, son. 36 00:02:31,566 --> 00:02:34,776 Fly straight to the Earth Kingdom base to the east of here. 37 00:02:34,861 --> 00:02:38,031 General Fong will provide you with an escort to Omashu. 38 00:02:38,490 --> 00:02:43,490 There you'll be safe to begin your earthbending training with King Bumi. 39 00:02:43,578 --> 00:02:46,118 -Appa, yip-yip! -KATARA: Say hi to Gran-Gran for me. 40 00:02:54,589 --> 00:02:55,759 Ahh. 41 00:02:57,217 --> 00:02:59,797 This is what I've been missing. 42 00:02:59,886 --> 00:03:03,756 Who knew floating on a piece of driftwood for three weeks 43 00:03:03,849 --> 00:03:05,519 with no food or water 44 00:03:06,268 --> 00:03:09,268 and sea vultures waiting to pluck out your liver 45 00:03:09,354 --> 00:03:11,694 could make one so tense? 46 00:03:13,775 --> 00:03:18,105 I see. It's the anniversary, isn't it? 47 00:03:18,196 --> 00:03:20,776 Three years ago today, I was banished. 48 00:03:20,866 --> 00:03:23,696 I lost it all. I want it back. 49 00:03:24,244 --> 00:03:28,124 I want the Avatar. I want my honor, my throne. 50 00:03:28,206 --> 00:03:31,076 I want my father not to think I'm worthless. 51 00:03:31,334 --> 00:03:36,424 I'm sure he doesn't. Why would he banish you if he didn't care? 52 00:03:38,842 --> 00:03:41,302 Uh, that came out wrong, didn't it? 53 00:04:05,327 --> 00:04:08,747 My brother and my uncle have disgraced the Fire Lord, 54 00:04:08,830 --> 00:04:10,460 and brought shame on all of us. 55 00:04:10,999 --> 00:04:14,419 You may have mixed feelings about attacking members of the royal family. 56 00:04:14,503 --> 00:04:16,883 I understand. But I assure you, 57 00:04:16,963 --> 00:04:21,093 if you hesitate, I will not hesitate to bring you down. 58 00:04:21,593 --> 00:04:23,093 Dismissed. 59 00:04:23,970 --> 00:04:28,220 Princess, I'm afraid the tides will not allow us to bring the ship into port 60 00:04:28,308 --> 00:04:29,428 before nightfall. 61 00:04:29,518 --> 00:04:32,728 I'm sorry, captain, but I do not know much about the tides. 62 00:04:33,188 --> 00:04:34,808 Can you explain something to me? 63 00:04:35,398 --> 00:04:36,858 Of course, your highness. 64 00:04:36,942 --> 00:04:38,862 Do the tides command this ship? 65 00:04:39,110 --> 00:04:41,820 Uh, I'm afraid I don't understand. 66 00:04:41,905 --> 00:04:45,565 You said the tides would not allow us to bring the ship in. 67 00:04:45,659 --> 00:04:47,829 Do the tides command this ship? 68 00:04:48,203 --> 00:04:49,203 No, princess. 69 00:04:49,579 --> 00:04:51,789 And if I were to have you thrown overboard, 70 00:04:51,873 --> 00:04:56,423 would the tides think twice about smashing you against the rocky shore? 71 00:04:56,503 --> 00:04:57,963 No, princess. 72 00:04:58,046 --> 00:05:00,966 Well, then maybe you should worry less about the tides, 73 00:05:01,049 --> 00:05:03,469 who've already made up their mind about killing you 74 00:05:03,552 --> 00:05:06,352 and worry more about me, who's still mulling it over. 75 00:05:06,888 --> 00:05:08,098 I'll pull us in. 76 00:05:13,395 --> 00:05:14,435 There it is! 77 00:05:21,695 --> 00:05:24,235 Welcome, Avatar Aang! 78 00:05:24,781 --> 00:05:26,991 I am General Fong. 79 00:05:27,075 --> 00:05:30,155 And welcome to all of you great heroes-- 80 00:05:30,245 --> 00:05:35,035 Appa, Momo, brave Sokka, the mighty Katara. 81 00:05:35,542 --> 00:05:37,462 Mighty Katara? I like that. 82 00:05:37,544 --> 00:05:38,714 (FIREWORKS) 83 00:05:38,795 --> 00:05:39,835 (MOMO CHATTERING) 84 00:05:44,551 --> 00:05:46,221 Not bad. Not bad. 85 00:05:47,887 --> 00:05:50,557 Avatar Aang, we were all amazed 86 00:05:50,640 --> 00:05:53,140 at the stories of how you single-handedly wiped out 87 00:05:53,226 --> 00:05:55,386 an entire fire navy fleet at the North Pole. 88 00:05:56,021 --> 00:05:59,771 I can't imagine what it feels like to wield such devastating power. 89 00:05:59,858 --> 00:06:01,818 It's an awesome responsibility. 90 00:06:01,901 --> 00:06:03,901 I try not to think about it too much. 91 00:06:04,904 --> 00:06:08,574 Avatar, you're ready to face the Fire Lord now. 92 00:06:08,658 --> 00:06:10,698 What?! No, I'm not. 93 00:06:11,286 --> 00:06:13,826 Aang still needs to master all four elements. 94 00:06:14,080 --> 00:06:16,870 Why? With the kind of power he possesses, 95 00:06:16,958 --> 00:06:20,288 Power enough to destroy hundreds of battleships in a matter of minutes, 96 00:06:20,378 --> 00:06:22,248 He could defeat the Fire Lord now. 97 00:06:22,339 --> 00:06:24,839 But, sir, the thing is, Aang can only do those things 98 00:06:24,924 --> 00:06:26,724 when he's in the Avatar state. 99 00:06:26,801 --> 00:06:28,681 See, it's this special state where-- 100 00:06:28,762 --> 00:06:31,392 I'm well aware. Your eyes and tattoos glow, 101 00:06:31,473 --> 00:06:34,223 and you're able to summon unbelievable power. 102 00:06:34,934 --> 00:06:38,104 Without you, we'd be slaughtered before we even reach their shores. 103 00:06:38,188 --> 00:06:40,858 But with you leading the way, as the ultimate weapon, 104 00:06:41,232 --> 00:06:44,572 we could cut a swath right through to the heart of the Fire Nation. 105 00:06:44,903 --> 00:06:49,243 Right, but I don't know how to get in or out of the Avatar state, 106 00:06:49,783 --> 00:06:51,913 much less what to do once I'm there. 107 00:06:52,118 --> 00:06:53,448 FONG: So it's decided, then. 108 00:06:53,536 --> 00:06:56,286 I'll help you figure out how to get into the Avatar state, 109 00:06:56,373 --> 00:06:58,003 and then you'll face your destiny. 110 00:06:58,083 --> 00:06:59,963 No. Nothing's decided. 111 00:07:00,043 --> 00:07:01,673 We already have a plan. 112 00:07:01,920 --> 00:07:04,170 Aang's pursuing his destiny his way. 113 00:07:04,506 --> 00:07:07,716 FONG: Well, while you take your time learning the elements, 114 00:07:07,801 --> 00:07:09,471 the war goes on. 115 00:07:10,303 --> 00:07:11,603 May I show you something? 116 00:07:12,889 --> 00:07:14,559 That's the infirmary. 117 00:07:14,641 --> 00:07:18,811 And those soldiers are the lucky ones. They came back. 118 00:07:19,229 --> 00:07:21,559 Every day the Fire Nation takes lives. 119 00:07:21,648 --> 00:07:23,438 People are dying, Aang. 120 00:07:23,942 --> 00:07:25,902 You could end it now. 121 00:07:26,361 --> 00:07:27,361 Think about it. 122 00:07:46,798 --> 00:07:48,338 Almost perfect. 123 00:07:48,425 --> 00:07:50,505 One hair out of place. 124 00:07:52,220 --> 00:07:53,930 Almost isn't good enough. 125 00:07:59,102 --> 00:08:00,272 (DISTANT THUNDER) 126 00:08:06,526 --> 00:08:07,736 General Fong? 127 00:08:07,819 --> 00:08:10,489 Come in, Aang. Have you thought about our discussion? 128 00:08:12,657 --> 00:08:13,947 I'm in. 129 00:08:14,033 --> 00:08:15,283 I'll fight the Fire Lord. 130 00:08:27,881 --> 00:08:29,971 I told the general I'd help him 131 00:08:30,467 --> 00:08:32,377 by going into the Avatar state. 132 00:08:32,469 --> 00:08:34,929 Aang, no. This is not the right way. 133 00:08:35,013 --> 00:08:38,223 Why not? Remember when he took out the fire navy? He was incredible. 134 00:08:38,725 --> 00:08:40,265 There's a right way to do this-- 135 00:08:40,351 --> 00:08:42,191 Practice, study, and discipline. 136 00:08:42,270 --> 00:08:45,060 Or just glow it up and stop that Fire Lord. 137 00:08:45,148 --> 00:08:48,778 If you two meatheads want to throw away everything we've worked for, fine. 138 00:08:48,860 --> 00:08:50,280 Go ahead and glow it up. 139 00:08:50,487 --> 00:08:53,277 Katara, I'm just being realistic! 140 00:08:53,364 --> 00:08:55,784 I don't have time to do this the right way. 141 00:09:01,164 --> 00:09:04,584 This rare chi-enhancing tea is a natural stimulant. 142 00:09:05,210 --> 00:09:09,510 In an ordinary warrior, it improves strength and energy tenfold. 143 00:09:09,923 --> 00:09:13,433 In you, it may induce the Avatar state. 144 00:09:13,718 --> 00:09:15,298 Tenfold energy, huh? 145 00:09:18,598 --> 00:09:20,018 Is it working? Is it working? 146 00:09:20,099 --> 00:09:22,769 I can't tell! Somebody tell me if I'm in the Avatar state 147 00:09:22,852 --> 00:09:25,732 'Cause I don't have a good view of myself. Am I talking loud? 148 00:09:25,814 --> 00:09:27,944 I guess he could talk the Fire Lord to death. 149 00:09:28,525 --> 00:09:29,685 Uh! 150 00:09:31,820 --> 00:09:34,070 Maybe I can shock you into the Avatar state. 151 00:09:34,531 --> 00:09:35,571 I love surprises. 152 00:09:37,700 --> 00:09:39,580 -(SCREECHES) -Aah! 153 00:09:41,621 --> 00:09:42,831 Still not glowing. 154 00:09:43,039 --> 00:09:45,619 Uh! Uh! Aah! 155 00:09:49,838 --> 00:09:52,968 You are wearing a ceremonial piece of clothing 156 00:09:53,049 --> 00:09:55,879 from each of the bending nations. 157 00:09:55,969 --> 00:09:59,599 Now, I will join the four elements into one. 158 00:09:59,681 --> 00:10:05,521 Water, earth, fire, air! 159 00:10:05,603 --> 00:10:08,613 Four elements together as one. 160 00:10:10,233 --> 00:10:11,573 This is just mud. 161 00:10:11,651 --> 00:10:13,861 So, do you feel anything? 162 00:10:17,532 --> 00:10:19,122 (SNEEZES) 163 00:10:20,159 --> 00:10:21,739 We have to find a way. 164 00:10:25,206 --> 00:10:28,536 Look at these magnificent shells. 165 00:10:28,626 --> 00:10:32,206 I'll enjoy these keepsakes for years to come. 166 00:10:32,297 --> 00:10:34,167 We don't need any more useless things. 167 00:10:34,549 --> 00:10:37,089 You forget, we have to carry everything ourselves now. 168 00:10:37,176 --> 00:10:40,426 Hello, brother, uncle. 169 00:10:40,513 --> 00:10:42,263 What are you doing here? 170 00:10:42,348 --> 00:10:46,518 In my country, we exchange a pleasant hello before asking questions. 171 00:10:46,895 --> 00:10:49,805 Have you become uncivilized so soon, Zu Zu? 172 00:10:49,898 --> 00:10:51,228 Don't call me that. 173 00:10:51,691 --> 00:10:54,281 To what do we owe this honor? 174 00:10:54,360 --> 00:10:56,570 Hmm, must be a family trait. 175 00:10:56,654 --> 00:10:58,614 Both of you so quick to get to the point. 176 00:10:59,741 --> 00:11:01,701 I've come with a message from home. 177 00:11:01,784 --> 00:11:06,204 Father's changed his mind. Family is suddenly very important to him. 178 00:11:06,289 --> 00:11:08,919 He's heard rumors of plans to overthrow him-- 179 00:11:09,000 --> 00:11:10,750 Treacherous plots. 180 00:11:11,169 --> 00:11:14,589 Family are the only ones you can really trust. 181 00:11:15,840 --> 00:11:19,340 Father regrets your banishment. He wants you home. 182 00:11:21,721 --> 00:11:26,221 Did you hear me? You should be happy, excited, grateful. 183 00:11:26,309 --> 00:11:28,439 I just gave you great news. 184 00:11:28,519 --> 00:11:31,099 I'm sure your brother simply needs a moment-- 185 00:11:31,189 --> 00:11:32,309 Don't interrupt, uncle. 186 00:11:33,066 --> 00:11:34,816 I still haven't heard my thank you. 187 00:11:34,901 --> 00:11:37,741 I'm not a messenger. I didn't have to come all this way. 188 00:11:38,237 --> 00:11:42,527 Father regrets? He wants me back? 189 00:11:42,742 --> 00:11:45,202 I can see you need time to take this in. 190 00:11:45,286 --> 00:11:48,156 I'll come to call on you tomorrow. Good evening. 191 00:11:51,834 --> 00:11:54,214 KATARA: Can we talk about something? AANG: Sure. 192 00:11:54,754 --> 00:11:56,924 Do you remember when we were at the air temple 193 00:11:57,006 --> 00:11:58,876 and you found Monk Gyatso's skeleton? 194 00:11:59,300 --> 00:12:02,010 It must have been so horrible and traumatic for you. 195 00:12:02,971 --> 00:12:05,931 I saw you get so upset that you weren't even you anymore. 196 00:12:06,015 --> 00:12:11,095 I'm not saying the Avatar state doesn't have incredible and helpful power. 197 00:12:11,187 --> 00:12:14,857 But you have to understand, for the people who love you, 198 00:12:14,941 --> 00:12:18,111 watching you be in that much rage and pain is really scary. 199 00:12:19,904 --> 00:12:21,914 I'm really glad you told me that, 200 00:12:22,699 --> 00:12:24,449 But I still need to do this. 201 00:12:24,534 --> 00:12:25,994 I don't understand. 202 00:12:26,077 --> 00:12:27,447 No, you don't. 203 00:12:27,870 --> 00:12:29,960 Every day, more and more people die. 204 00:12:30,039 --> 00:12:32,079 I'm already a hundred years late. 205 00:12:32,166 --> 00:12:35,036 Defeating the Fire Lord is the only way to stop this war. 206 00:12:35,128 --> 00:12:36,878 I have to try it. 207 00:12:37,130 --> 00:12:39,420 I can't watch you do this to yourself. 208 00:12:39,507 --> 00:12:41,297 I'm not coming tomorrow. 209 00:12:42,218 --> 00:12:44,298 Good night. 210 00:12:46,639 --> 00:12:47,639 We're going home 211 00:12:48,099 --> 00:12:49,519 after three long years. 212 00:12:49,600 --> 00:12:50,890 It's unbelievable. 213 00:12:51,352 --> 00:12:53,652 It is unbelievable. 214 00:12:53,730 --> 00:12:56,730 I have never known my brother to regret anything. 215 00:12:57,400 --> 00:12:59,030 Did you listen to Azula? 216 00:12:59,110 --> 00:13:01,490 Father's realized how important family is to him. 217 00:13:01,571 --> 00:13:02,741 He cares about me. 218 00:13:03,239 --> 00:13:04,699 I care about you. 219 00:13:04,782 --> 00:13:07,832 I mean, if Ozai wants you back, well, 220 00:13:07,910 --> 00:13:11,000 I think it may not be for the reasons you imagine. 221 00:13:11,080 --> 00:13:13,170 You don't know how my father feels about me. 222 00:13:13,249 --> 00:13:14,499 You don't know anything. 223 00:13:14,584 --> 00:13:17,964 Zuko, I only meant that in our family, 224 00:13:18,337 --> 00:13:20,587 things are not always what they seem. 225 00:13:21,090 --> 00:13:23,380 I think you are exactly what you seem-- 226 00:13:23,468 --> 00:13:26,468 A lazy, mistrustful, shallow old man 227 00:13:26,554 --> 00:13:28,894 who's always been jealous of his brother. 228 00:13:42,070 --> 00:13:43,280 Aah! 229 00:13:49,911 --> 00:13:52,041 Sokka, Sokka, wake up. 230 00:13:52,121 --> 00:13:53,331 Huh? 231 00:13:53,414 --> 00:13:56,374 I don't think we should be trying to bring on the Avatar state. 232 00:13:56,834 --> 00:13:58,674 -You sure? -Yes. 233 00:13:58,878 --> 00:13:59,998 Ok. 234 00:14:00,088 --> 00:14:01,958 Do you think the general will be mad? 235 00:14:02,298 --> 00:14:04,508 What can he say? You're the Avatar. 236 00:14:04,592 --> 00:14:05,842 Who knows better than you? 237 00:14:13,643 --> 00:14:14,733 Wait! 238 00:14:14,811 --> 00:14:16,811 Don't leave without me. 239 00:14:17,438 --> 00:14:20,108 Uncle, you've changed your mind. 240 00:14:20,191 --> 00:14:22,361 Family sticks together, right? 241 00:14:27,365 --> 00:14:28,815 We're finally going home. 242 00:14:34,914 --> 00:14:39,334 AANG: The thing is, I don't think we'll ever be able to trigger it on purpose. 243 00:14:39,836 --> 00:14:41,166 So I guess that's it. 244 00:14:41,671 --> 00:14:43,421 Sure I can't change your mind? 245 00:14:43,756 --> 00:14:47,836 I'm sure. I can only reach the Avatar state when I'm in genuine danger. 246 00:14:48,344 --> 00:14:51,814 I see. I was afraid you'd say that. 247 00:14:55,560 --> 00:14:56,600 Aang! 248 00:14:57,353 --> 00:14:58,853 (AANG YELLS) 249 00:15:03,943 --> 00:15:07,573 Men, attack the Avatar. 250 00:15:22,753 --> 00:15:24,133 What are you doing? 251 00:15:24,380 --> 00:15:26,260 I believe we are about to get results. 252 00:15:34,182 --> 00:15:37,682 I'm not your enemy. I won't fight you. 253 00:16:13,930 --> 00:16:15,680 You can't run forever! 254 00:16:16,098 --> 00:16:17,518 You can't fight forever. 255 00:16:35,618 --> 00:16:37,448 Brother, uncle, 256 00:16:37,870 --> 00:16:39,160 welcome. 257 00:16:40,373 --> 00:16:42,833 I'm so glad you decided to come. 258 00:16:43,626 --> 00:16:46,126 Are we ready to depart, your highness? 259 00:16:46,337 --> 00:16:48,667 Set our course for home, captain. 260 00:16:49,090 --> 00:16:50,340 Home. 261 00:16:50,758 --> 00:16:53,218 You heard the princess. Raise the anchors. 262 00:16:53,302 --> 00:16:55,102 We're taking the prisoners home. 263 00:16:57,723 --> 00:16:59,273 Your highness, I... 264 00:17:07,692 --> 00:17:08,782 You lied to me. 265 00:17:09,151 --> 00:17:10,821 Like I've never done that before. 266 00:17:13,447 --> 00:17:14,447 (YELLS) 267 00:17:14,532 --> 00:17:15,532 Aah! 268 00:17:18,327 --> 00:17:20,537 I wonder what crazy thing they're trying now. 269 00:17:21,289 --> 00:17:22,909 (PURRS) 270 00:17:22,999 --> 00:17:24,329 (HEAVY THUDS) 271 00:17:24,417 --> 00:17:26,377 Maybe we should just make sure Aang's ok. 272 00:17:29,672 --> 00:17:30,922 What's going on? 273 00:17:31,007 --> 00:17:32,417 The general's gone crazy. 274 00:17:32,800 --> 00:17:35,510 He's trying to force Aang into the Avatar state. 275 00:17:43,519 --> 00:17:45,849 Good bird-horse thingy. 276 00:17:53,321 --> 00:17:56,531 Maybe you can avoid me, but she can't. 277 00:18:08,586 --> 00:18:09,706 I can't move. 278 00:18:10,296 --> 00:18:11,546 Don't hurt her. 279 00:18:17,803 --> 00:18:19,143 Katara, no! 280 00:18:21,015 --> 00:18:23,175 Whoa! 281 00:18:24,769 --> 00:18:27,189 Stop this! You have to let her go. 282 00:18:27,271 --> 00:18:29,731 You could save her if you were in the Avatar state. 283 00:18:30,149 --> 00:18:32,439 I'm trying. I'm trying. 284 00:18:32,902 --> 00:18:34,402 Aang, I'm sinking! 285 00:18:34,862 --> 00:18:36,532 I don't see glowing. 286 00:18:38,366 --> 00:18:40,156 Aah! Please. 287 00:18:40,618 --> 00:18:42,408 You don't need to do this. 288 00:18:42,495 --> 00:18:44,825 Apparently, I do. 289 00:18:46,290 --> 00:18:47,290 Aah! 290 00:18:51,962 --> 00:18:53,092 It worked. 291 00:18:53,172 --> 00:18:54,842 It worked! 292 00:19:00,554 --> 00:19:01,764 Aah! 293 00:19:15,444 --> 00:19:17,154 Zuko, let's go! 294 00:19:19,782 --> 00:19:21,322 Hyah! Hyah! Hyah... 295 00:19:25,454 --> 00:19:28,624 You know, father blames uncle for the loss at the North Pole. 296 00:19:28,707 --> 00:19:32,497 And he considers you a miserable failure for not finding the Avatar. 297 00:19:33,003 --> 00:19:34,553 Why would he want you back home, 298 00:19:34,630 --> 00:19:37,550 except to lock you up where you can no longer embarrass him? 299 00:19:38,801 --> 00:19:40,091 (YELLING) 300 00:20:09,790 --> 00:20:11,210 Aah! Uh! 301 00:20:17,214 --> 00:20:20,764 Avatar Aang, can you hear me? 302 00:20:21,510 --> 00:20:23,390 Your friend is safe. 303 00:20:23,471 --> 00:20:26,011 It was just a trick to trigger the Avatar state. 304 00:20:26,724 --> 00:20:28,274 And it worked! 305 00:20:50,664 --> 00:20:52,714 It's time you learned. 306 00:20:58,005 --> 00:21:01,045 The Avatar state is a defense mechanism 307 00:21:01,133 --> 00:21:06,973 designed to empower you with the skills and knowledge of all the past Avatars. 308 00:21:07,056 --> 00:21:11,016 The glow is the combination of all your past lives 309 00:21:11,769 --> 00:21:15,189 focusing their energy through your body. 310 00:21:18,609 --> 00:21:20,439 In the Avatar state, 311 00:21:20,778 --> 00:21:22,738 you are at your most powerful... 312 00:21:24,949 --> 00:21:28,119 But you're also at your most vulnerable. 313 00:21:28,202 --> 00:21:29,242 What do you mean? 314 00:21:29,328 --> 00:21:31,498 If you are killed in the Avatar state, 315 00:21:32,414 --> 00:21:35,714 The reincarnation cycle will be broken 316 00:21:35,793 --> 00:21:39,133 and the Avatar will cease to exist. 317 00:21:56,605 --> 00:22:01,025 I'm sorry, Katara. I hope you never have to see me like that again. 318 00:22:01,110 --> 00:22:04,150 Ha! Are you joking? That was almost perfect. 319 00:22:04,238 --> 00:22:07,448 We just have to find out a way to control you when you're like that. 320 00:22:07,533 --> 00:22:08,953 You're out of your mind. 321 00:22:09,034 --> 00:22:11,834 I guess we'll figure it out on the way to the Fire Nation. 322 00:22:13,247 --> 00:22:14,787 Anybody got a problem with that? 323 00:22:16,375 --> 00:22:19,285 Do you still want an escort to Omashu? 324 00:22:20,546 --> 00:22:21,836 I think we're all set. 325 00:22:27,011 --> 00:22:28,891 Anyone who harbors these traitors 326 00:22:28,971 --> 00:22:30,931 will face the wrath of the Fire Lord. 327 00:22:32,349 --> 00:22:34,679 There will be no place left to hide. 328 00:22:41,150 --> 00:22:42,820 I think we're safe here.