4268 réponses à ce sujet

[Russalka]

If Unalaq hired those barbarians back in North Pole to start this whole mess I am going to scream.

[Il Divo]

J. Reezy wrote...

Lord Aesir wrote...
Speaking of falling flat, Mako/Korra is still as uninteresting as ever.

Pretty much.

Agreed.

[OdanUrr]

TLOK Vlog - Civil Wars, Part 1

So, I've watched episode 203. Again, it was pretty underwhelming or should I say rather uneventful? Yes, we have the attempted kidnapping and, in Korra's defense, she handled the situation pretty well. She could've used force but she restrained herself and resorted to air bending and wit, much like Aang would've in that situation. I almost thought I could hear Aang's innocent "we're all friends" speech.

Unalaq continues to profile himself as the villain. There were distinct similarities to Episode III and Palpatine's relationship with Anakin in how Unalaq handled Korra. When he asked her to be neutral and not to take sides, I must admit it was genius. That way he gains points for not asking her to support him but also ensures she won't side with the South either. At this point, I don't see what Unalaq can do not to become Palpatine. Hopefully, someone else is pulling the strings and duped him into taking his forces south, but it doesn't look like that's the case. And he's keen on having Korra activate his "teleportation" bridge, allegedly, between poles.

Mako's pretty dull as always. It doesn't help his case the advice he gave Bolin to break up with Eska. Is that what he did to Asami then? Bolin's reply was hilarious and hopefully will give Mako some insight into developing as a character. On the other hand, Bolin's relationship with Eska is, I'm afraid, quickly losing the "fun" component. I do wish the show would delve on why Desna and Eska are like that and whether or not they're willing to change. It would do for them to show an emotion resembling human.

Tenzin's relationship with his siblings came out of the left field and we were given some information on what life with Aang as a father was like. It's a pity they didn't delve more on why Aang favoured Tenzin over his siblings but I'm certain we haven't seen the last of this dilemma. I was also hoping we'd see what had transpired with Ikki. Perhaps she somehow found her way into the spirit world? That'd make for an interesting episode.

I'm still disappointed with Korra, despite the way she handled herself during the kidnapping. She's coming across as incredibly naive, especially after we see the Northern Army (I'm calling it that) isolate the Southern Water Tribe and treat its inhabitants as if they were the enemy. In short, the Northern Army is acting much like the Fire Nation Army did in ATLA, but at least then we'd have Katara or Aang try to do something about it. Perhaps it's high time Korra got in touch with her past Avatars and asked for guidance?

Modifié par OdanUrr, 22 septembre 2013 - 12:33 .

[spirosz]

J. Reezy wrote...

Naughty Bear wrote...

So, anyone fancy posting or suggesting a cheeky link or two to watch?

Go to Nick.com

That doesn't work for us Canadian folks - 

[spirosz]

From a blog and related with the whole *spoiler*




Aang/Katara parenting issues being brought up -

"What I don’t like is writers using Katara and Aang’s flawed parenting as conflict so late in their children’s life, as if this is the very first time they’ve ever had to deal with this ****, as if it’s not even close to being resolved, or the first time they’ve had a chance to get it off their chest."

[spirosz]

For sure and I actually like that there is tension, it's natural. I'm curious as to what is going to develop or at least show, in the next few episodes. Personally, I don't see Aang or Katara for that fact, to pull favourites, but every family is different and it doesn't help that (even though it might be harsh) - his family is not the Avatar's duty, nor his/her priority, regardless of how Aang feels about it, IMO. To balance the two would cause stress, no doubt.

[Heimdall]

The Mad Hanar wrote...

Aang playing favorites though? That is just mind blowing. I mean he spread the love between Katara, Toph and Sokka pretty well. I guess he just considers people with arrow tattoos to be his mega-bros or something.

Well, it makes sense that he'd pay extra attention to the only person capable of learning the airbending techniques he had to pass on, last hope of the culture's survival and all that.  The rest is just unintended consequence.

[GreyLycanTrope]

Family tensions, family tensions everywhere. This being part 1 of a 2 parter it still feels like a build up, expecting some major development an established conflict in the next episode, basically I want the civil war to break out in earnest and begin the onslaught of spirits. I don't mind them taking this long to build a foundation but next installment needs to deliver on the conflict and kick the plot into high gear.

[Steelcan]

Greylycantrope wrote...

Family tensions, family tensions everywhere. This being part 1 of a 2 parter it still feels like a build up, expecting some major development an established conflict in the next episode, basically I want the civil war to break out in earnest and begin the onslaught of spirits. I don't mind them taking this long to build a foundation but next installment needs to deliver on the conflict and kick the plot into high gear.

I pretty much expect next episode to bring the action.

[Nashiktal]

Of course Aang payed more attention to Tenzin. He was the very last hope for preserving the airbenders and that puts an IMMENSE responsibility on his head. I mean not only will he have to teach and preserve airbending, but as he is the only one who can teach he will effectively be directing the evolution and style of the ENTIRE art for the far future! If he strays from any bit of teaching, or forgets to teach any little bit of the style... It is lost forever.

Not to mention it was his burden to have children who are airbenders. What if he was sterile? What if he was Gay? What if he just couldn't find love? All that stress must have been insane. So no flipping wonder Aang focused on him.

If anything I am surprised at how well adjusted Tenzin is.

[OdanUrr]

SPOILERS FOR EPISODE 204



Watched it. It was entertaining, occassonally funny, but entirely predictable and the pacing was incredibly fast. So it turns out that the trial was rigged, something that would never have occurred to me, and that Unalaq actually hired the barbarian gang back in the North as part of an elaborate setup to get his brother exiled, another thing that would never have occurred to me. The fact that Korra readily threatened to kill another person didn't jar well with me. Yes, we know she can be rather aggressive but murder? Wow.

The good news is that Asami is back and that we'll probably get to see Dante Basco reprising his role as Iroh before long. The highlight of the episode for me was Tenzin meeting Ikki's new "brothers." I still think that, to its detriment, this season's taking the "tell, don't show" approach a bit too seriously.

Oh, and Korra invented jet aircraft. Because building a runway out of ice or earth was probably out of the question.

If the season really wants to avoid the Darth Unalaq route, I imagine they'll try to pull a Fable 3 on us: the brother who seized the throne and did terrible things to prepare for an even greater threat.

Modifié par OdanUrr, 28 septembre 2013 - 01:59 .

[lady_v23]

Just saw the newest episode. I really like it!

I have just one complaint ...
Mako, get your disgusting paws off Korra. You do not deserve her and she belongs with Asami.


/bitter shipper

[RobRam10]

spirosz wrote...

J. Reezy wrote...

Naughty Bear wrote...

So, anyone fancy posting or suggesting a cheeky link or two to watch?

Go to Nick.com

That doesn't work for us Canadian folks - 

http://www.watchcartoononline.com/

Also I'm getting very dissapointed in this season everything is so obvious and bland, I mean whoppiee doo Unalaq ursurping his brother as if that wasn't so bloody obvious... Although I like the Tenzin/Kya/Bumi scenes and I think Varric is an awesome new character everything else has been a complete meh so far.

Modifié par RobRam10, 28 septembre 2013 - 09:30 .

[Seagloom]

OdanUrr wrote...

The fact that Korra readily threatened to kill another person didn't jar well with me. Yes, we know she can be rather aggressive but murder? Wow.

That scene really underscored how different Korra is from Aang. Tarrlok had her pegged last season when he said they were of a similar disposition. Not that I entirely blame her; giving how biased that trial was from the start. It's not easy to stand by calmly while knowing you can prevent the execution of a loved one.

---

It was nice to see Asami again. (Although I think she's too good for Korra, so I wouldn't ship them. >.>) She is my favorite character in the absence of Lin. Perhaps that's what makes it so painfully obvious the writers don't seem to know what to do with her. It felt like Asami was only there so someone could fly the plane. Except that role could have easily been filled by Varrick or his assistant. I mean yeah, she shocked that guy when they attacked the prison, but Korra or Mako could've easily subdued him without her.

Finally, the bit with Korra chasing down the judge whose name escapes me was not only contrived, it made Korra come off much sketchier than when she threatened to kill him earlier. She was going to pummel him into changing his judgment. Not exactly high-minded of her. Then he began rattling off Unalaq's various and obvious betrayals. It was just so convenient. >.< Judge guy Korra happens to chase down is also a long time confidant with all Unalaq's skeletons in his closet. Le sigh.

Despite all these complaints I enjoyed the episode overall. The Aang clan moments saved it. Again. Plus all of Varrick's scenes. Sooo glad Bolin finally ditched Eska. I really needed a break from watching that routine. XD

Modifié par Seagloom, 28 septembre 2013 - 11:52 .

[Naughty Bear]

Wow, Korra has some of the easily predictable story plots ever, it's terrible! Still fun either way..

[spirosz]

Well, apparently each book is going to be standalone, so I don't know if that will affect the development of the characters in a positive or negative way.