SHE'S HERE!! The Netflix Avatar Reveals Toph!

[@uncleirohsteashop]

Sigh... well I made a mistake on this one. You all know I am bad with names but genuinely I don't know how I could've missed this one. Miya's name is not pronounced with the "i" but more the "e" as if you were to say her name out loud. That's completely my fault I take full responsibility on messing that up.

[@turtle1658]

its more "aî" / ei and "î" / ee. the second ones are the american spelling

[@uncleirohsteashop]

@@turtle1658 I've seen people pronounce it certain ways but one way more than others

[@turtle1658]

@@uncleirohsteashop its just a bit confusing for i (e too) because it can be ai or ee or ih so i tried to clarify what you meant

[@DavidMuteti-xv8fr]

Can't wait to see Toph, she's so funny😂😂😂

[@rubyr8922]

I don’t understand why there is backlash to her not being blind or partially blind, finding an East Asian actress with martial arts or dance experience would be next to impossible, and Toph is blind in the same way Daredevil is blind, they can see with their powers, it’s a fantasy show not a biopic on a real blind person I also don’t care that she’s 17, Gordon will 15 when they are filming and she is 4,11 and can easily pass for being the same age as Gordon

[@davee6916]

I think its due to a comment that came up that producers were looking to hire a person who was blind or partially blind. I personally dont care either way if the actor can portray the character well enough thats good. Hope she is a great Toph

[@Evi19Black]

It is all about the makeup In this age she can easily look like 12 or even 22

[@uncleirohsteashop]

I've said it before and I'll say it again but I wouldn't have cared if the actress was blind, slightly blind or not. To me, get a good actor regardless. No matter what kind of person they cast, someone was going to get mad about it no matter if it was a blind actress or non blind actress. A no win situation no matter what...

[@davee6916]

@@uncleirohsteashop its best to have an actress that can actually portray the character.

[@uncleirohsteashop]

@@davee6916 did you not read what I just said my guy? No shit.

[@coltchan7380]

Saw it coming since the series was first announced. I’ve never seen a fan cast come true like this before.

[@mj_youtube]

❤🎉!!!!!

[@YoBrand15]

Completely agree with 10 episodes. First season was good, but them rushing it prevented it from being great.

[@imariwalker7248]

But they didn’t rush it 🤷🏽‍♀️ they fit what they could in season 1… they’re not gonna sit and make up to 30 seasons or 20 1 hour episodes to fit everything in that’s way over the budget and not really ethical either

[@YoBrand15]

@@imariwalker7248 it still was rushed. Even with what they chose to include...

[@markcruz359]

It wasn't rushed... the problem was they removed so much events only to replace them with original unnecessary content. Like those firebenders that tried to defect only to introduce Azula earlier.

[@uncleirohsteashop]

@@markcruz359 you mean the citizens? Those aren't firebenders.

[@uncleirohsteashop]

@@imariwalker7248 they probably could've added a little bit more in

[@paulanderson771]

She looks like Toph! That's a great pick! My other hope is that they work with the actress and have her do Chow Gar Mantis like in the animation. She's a unique earth bender and the only one that uses that style. For the show as a whole - absolutely, they need to take their time - get the best takes so the acting and dialogue actually lands. 10 to 12 episodes seem like a minimum.

[@uncleirohsteashop]

Nah 10-12 should be a maximum don't stretch it out too much

[@Entrancer]

@@uncleirohsteashop All that Netflix needs to do if they refuse to add more episodes to the season is to have doubly lengthened episode runtimes instead.

[@ThePrincessCH]

@Entrancer Not necessarily. The animated version of "Mo Dao Zu Shi" had much shorter episodes than the live action version, and they were both pretty well received.

[@uncleirohsteashop]

@@Entrancer an hour each would be preferred yes if they don't go more on episodes

[@gippyskilks3642]

As always your videos and views on the show are great ! Thank you for making them !

[@uncleirohsteashop]

Of course thank you!

[@disneysydneyresortvirtual9264]

I'm excited to see what she will bring. She's certainly capable to play toph. If they get toph right I think we might have a strong season 2 on our hands.

[@uncleirohsteashop]

Agreed there

[@Avatar_Schedi]

12 episode for both seasons would be perfect

[@dresdenwarlock7978]

I say 12 episodes for both seasons but Day of Black Sun should be a special, and Sozin's Comet should be a feature lenght movie.

[@bigmaxcc]

She’s so so pretty 😍🥺

[@cindyferguson279]

Thanks for reporting on this - can't wait to see her in action

[@VidDuality]

Ahhhhh she looks amazing!! I can't wait to meet Toph!! ❤️

[@yuqingchen2695]

Those FEAAAEEEEETTT DANG GURL

[@MrHillBilly-j7f]

I would like to see her meeting the badger moles and start learning in a more extended sequence compared to the 10 second flashback in the cartoon.

[@uncleirohsteashop]

@@MrHillBilly-j7f that could definitely be something cool to see I agree

[@deandredukes95]

Enough to make a grown man cry 😢

[@davidpumpkinsjr.5108]

I was hoping that they would cast a blind actress as Toph. I realize that finding a performer who looked like the character, could act, do the physical work AND also be blind would have been difficult, but it would have been impressive. I'm not disappointed with Ms. Cech's casting because I know she can do the role justice.

[@uncleirohsteashop]

@@davidpumpkinsjr.5108 they probably would’ve had stunt doubles do all the action for her and the actress would’ve just done the acting scenes of conversation

[@huhhhh-0_0]

they've already done earthbending in the first season and it looks great, I hope it looks as good as that or better for the second season

[@uncleirohsteashop]

Correct they have done it already but Toph will be much more interesting

[@BiongyanSiblings]

New subscribers here I really love your content❤

[@uncleirohsteashop]

Thank you!

[@mnmg]

I don't know if someone have thought and shared this before, but the Ember Island Play needs to be added at least in S03 as something creatively different. I was thinking of having the original voice actors of the animation, BUT instead of just playing on stage, they must do voice acting. Because a mere cosplay just looks forced. So the Ember Island Play needs to be some kind of a traditional Asian puppet show. It's different from the animation, but basically the same thing. Then there must be a scene where the live action cast finally meets the voices behind the play. I think this kind of fan service would help elevate the show, especially the original fans.

[@uncleirohsteashop]

As much as I love your sentiment for doing something like this I would actually prefer if they just did the regular play. After all, we would be losing the iconic scene of the Toph actor letting out his sonic wave. The funniest moment in the entire show.

[@wickdaline8668]

I think I'm sold.

[@husainadam2855]

Yes❤❤

[@coltchan7380]

Ik Miya will make a great Toph. I’ve seen some of her other work she’s an amazing actress. I’m more concerned about Aang earthbending in season 2.

[@uncleirohsteashop]

Why concerned about that specifically?

[@coltchan7380]

@@uncleirohsteashop cause he didn’t waterbend in season 1

[@uncleirohsteashop]

@@coltchan7380 but he will in S2 though

[@coltchan7380]

@@uncleirohsteashop yea but they can’t repeat that cycle

[@uncleirohsteashop]

@@coltchan7380 don't worry lol he'll be bending both in the season

[@DaleyDale]

I'm just glad it's not Diana because her team was full on hard campaigning on social media even hired some bots on twitter (it was obvious) and doubled down when the season 2 was confirmed. Like girl... ask ur team to be quiet and just go audition like everyone else to prove you are worthy! i know it's a common practice for small actors with management team that does above and beyond to get you roles but public opinion manipulation like that won't do well when the casting process begins, they will dig those up and it's a bad record. She's good at the physical aspect in that fanmade short she made when she was younger but i also i look at her past project performance and it was not good! she was so monotone and stiff. Maya on the other hand i watched her reel earlier and she was good!

[@uncleirohsteashop]

Is that true? I did not know that, ya bad part on her management team. I think should could've done well but in the end Miya beat her and a lot of others out.

[@dulanidesilva9206]

Shut up!! You are lying. Why blame her. It is NOT her fault that so many fans supported her. Don’t you DARE call us BOTS. We were just fans. And she said she didn’t intend to leek her reel. You shouldn’t blame her for her company campaigning because that is NOT her fault and SHE DID not ask for them to do that. Get lost. You’re just sick and Jealous. Btw, I love Miya Cech but you shouldn’t hit on Diana Tsoy like that. She’s only 14 years old, she doesn’t have control over everything. JEEZ

[@josiahpurtee1156]

Toph is very reluctant to allow anyone else to touch her feet, probably because insensitive handling there would make her deaf to other vibrations and thereby render her helpless (and because they are far more sensitive than other people's feet).

[@uncleirohsteashop]

Cool point!

[@josiahpurtee1156]

@@uncleirohsteashop Thanks! 😁👍

[@Dryltd]

eehhh, spa episode makes me question your premise. Most real life people are reluctant to have people touching their feet. But I like your thinking of potential ways the writers can make the live action more "realistic".

[@josiahpurtee1156]

@@Dryltd Thanks. That means a lot to me. 😁👍

[@Keltik0ne]

Given the whole aging up thing (Gordon's kinda growing a lot) she fits quite well. She can act and the effects peeps will do the rest.

[@coltchan7380]

Gordon is the only concern really. He’s already taller and his voice is getting deeper now. The rest of the cast are already adults. Miya hadn’t really aged lately.

[@resolvedfate1295]

Ya they had to get someone who looks Gordons age. As him getting older is unavailable.

[@hafsajama9934]

@@coltchan7380 they are doing a timeskip from s1 so the whole fire nation battle will be in years instead of 9 months in the og series

[@uncleirohsteashop]

@@coltchan7380 I have a feeling people will get over that pretty quick but maybe that's just me

[@DIDisguise77]

They didn't just show us her feet. They showed us her eyes 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@jjstarrprod]

Shorter episodes seasons is also a budgeting issue. With the amount of production design, props, costumes, and VFX, a single episode costs more than an indie movie. So it would make sense they're trying to really trim the fat off the bone, but sadly, that is also one of the main reason why the animation series worked so much more than the live action : We actually got to spend time with these kids and goof around with them. In the live action, with such a drastic shortened timespan, it's kinda not possible anymore. Although, if it was doable with One Piece, I don't see why it wouldn't be possible in Avatar neither.

[@Dryltd]

The One Piece comparisons are not as sound as fans promote. One Piece cast had how many minors performing? Minors performing in projects have additional constraints. Not to excuse the poor writing of dialogue in certain scenes only that both shows didn't have the same working environment.

[@uncleirohsteashop]

To this point, it's Netflix, they have the money to make sure things work well. If they can't afford to do longer than 8 episodes seasons then they shouldn't be making television shows. That's just my opinion...🤷‍♂

[@spacecoffeemood]

Once again, I'm gonna be optimistic at the risk of being disappointed.

[@uncleirohsteashop]

I always go into everything with an optimistic view while keeping myself open minded. Being open minded is in a way not really taking either approach of being positive or negative. You're just waiting to see what happens.

[@marcojohn6658]

they made book 1 good but book 2 they need to bring their A game

[@rftg1793]

3:56 awwe 🥹this is so wholesome I love that they’re interaring already🤧 I’m so excited for season 2 I’m sure she’s going to be amazing

[@AhsimNreiziev]

What I wonder about, is if maybe they'll split Book 2 (and maybe Book 3 as well?) up into two seasons of the adaptation? They both have natural cut-off points midway through, with Appa being stolen in Book 2; and with the Day of Black Sun in Book 3. And it could give us 12 or even 16 episodes of the Netflix show per book, if they do do it that way.

[@uncleirohsteashop]

Sadly, as much as I like your enthusiasm for that they already confirmed that we are only getting two more seasons and no more

[@mrd456]

voice actor for toph, soka and anng at con next month so would love to know her thoughts on live action toph id love it if originol cast got cameos in the show like are a group of bounty hunters, people posing as avater to get tickets or past avatars

[@hafsajama9934]

Tophs va posted Miya on her stories as well as following her

[@uncleirohsteashop]

Not sure if they would ever be cameos but they could voice some stuff if that was available to do so

[@adanieltorres]

"Mee-Yuh Check"

[@uncleirohsteashop]

I mentioned above that I made a mistake on this so thanks for reminding me

[@adanieltorres]

@@uncleirohsteashop Sorry. I missed that.

[@uncleirohsteashop]

@@adanieltorres np!

[@jaredvf1976]

She looks great!

[@Chibitofu96]

First time I saw her was in are you afraid of the dark 2019 and immediately liked her. The way she portrayed the character with attitude was a pleasure to watch. Okay here’s the funny thing back then I was thinking she can totally play Toph and here behold she’s casted as Toph! I really do believe she can deliver with her acting and lines. I just hope the writing has improved and that they can stay true to the source. My big complaint with s1 was the changes that was honestly wasn’t necessary. Like some of scenes was just hard to watch cause it wasn’t good. Also, I really hope that they will go to real locations to film some of the scenes. I had high expectation for s1 and was a little disappointed so for s2 I’m going to lower my expectation so my feelings won’t be hurt lol

[@uncleirohsteashop]

Fair enough I thought they stayed true enough to the source so we'll disagree on that. I didn't think the season was perfect but I felt they cared for it. Also they did confirm that real locations will be used.

[@coltchan7380]

Her AYAOTD costar just got cast as Thalia in Percy Jackson

[@robchuk4136]

"The most popular feet in all of entertainment" Heh, that's funny. I never thought about it, but that might be accurate for me, anyway 😅

[@animeknight8958]

That's what I'm worried about! That Certains fans will ONLY watch the scenes of her feet and nothing else! I hope she will be ok with this!

[@uncleirohsteashop]

@@animeknight8958 what I said was a joke lol she'll be fine

[@animeknight8958]

@@uncleirohsteashop Let hope.... I've seen the fanart of Toph's Feet..... let hope she's fine!

[@Dryltd]

The Dream of Netflix doing more than 8 episodes is an illusion. Unless we ask for a K-drama version of ATLA. K-dramas tend to have 16 one hour plus episodes. How does Korea do it.

[@uncleirohsteashop]

Definitely something for me to research but I imagine it's because their business with the film industry is a lot smaller than the American side and so they have more time to make things

[@outcastgamer91]

Who was she in beef? Was it a very small part because I don't remember seeing her

[@uncleirohsteashop]

I haven't seen the show, but she plays a younger teen version of the main girl Amy

[@PlaylistMaker434]

Good casting but we need mote episodes for the next season

[@uncleirohsteashop]

Agreed

[@MsAkatsuki09]

I'm sold guys...I really liked the first season, and I think they now know what worked and didnt work from season 1 to enhance on season 2. So I'm so ready. I too wanted Diana to play Toph, but Netflix have been doing an excelent job with the cast, so I believe they've done the right choice.

[@muddabuwshi]

Anyone know who she played in Arrow?

[@uncleirohsteashop]

She played a character called Young Emiko, haven't seen the show before so I couldn't say who that is

[@YAWBaffour-sp6wz]

Hi

[@justafan5179]

I'm hopeful. People hate on season 1, but forget season 1 of the original wasn't anything overly special either. What made the original amazing was that season 2 and 3 were greenlit together, so a cohesive story could be written... and that's the exact same situation the adaptation is in. I've watched enough other content featuring the main cast to know we're in good hands... and if the producers can go into this with a finalized story, that's cohesive through both seasons, without any infighting and minimal re-writes, it'll be awesome. Judging from the interviews, what killed season 1 was the development turmoil... and so far, it's all ironed out... we'll just have to see I guess... but I'm hopeful.

[@uncleirohsteashop]

We'll have to wait and see but for sure I feel like the people making the show do enjoy making it and do like the original show I'll stand by that opinion

[@madelinegarber7860]

Ooo this is so exciting! I hope to god Toph is done justice. She’s one of if not my favorite characters. I mean as a blind person a part of me wishes they’d cast someone blind, but from what I’m hearing this actress sounds capable and up to the challenge. Let’s see what she can do! I’m wishing her the best.

[@kavonsimon4429]

Are you saying you don't like TV shows with seasons with less than nine episodes under its belt?

[@uncleirohsteashop]

It's very rare that I have seen a show with a season of 8 episodes or less that I really really liked. Most shows I've come to love have had seasons with longer numbers of episodes. Just to name a few, Daredevil, Andor, ATLA, and so on.

[@kavonsimon4429]

@uncleirohsteashop Which ATLA? Animated or Live-action?

[@285049]

​@kavonsimon4429 He's referring to the Animated series. People who refer to the Netflix version often will refer to it as NATLA.

[@uncleirohsteashop]

@@kavonsimon4429 huh animated? What other one has more than 8 episodes?

[@didikkurniawan9330]

She should not play Toph. Instead she should play Melon Lord. Muahahahahaha.....

[@DKKatano]

You will only get 8 episodes no more no less.

[@uncleirohsteashop]

That could be a reality and I dislike it a lot

[@allysoncipollone890]

She's a bit too pretty to be Toph, I hope they dull her down because I think Sokka would have been all over her if she was that pretty

[@uncleirohsteashop]

I really hope you're a girl because that's some weird shit to say she's not of age she's still a minor. Also, that picture in the thumbnail is not what she'll be in the show, why does that matter?

[@allysoncipollone890]

@uncleirohsteashop I am a girl, i said she was pretty, which isn't weird it's a complement. Sokka in the animation was close to her age and is always hitting on the girls but never Toph. It was a comment based on his character in the animation, not my own preference, which is a weird thing to insinuate if you've seen the animation and know how his character behaves mooning over girls.

[@uncleirohsteashop]

@@allysoncipollone890 if you're a girl that's fine I just had to check. Sokka only ever mooned over girls who were around his age though so I don't understand the point.

[@jdausmus5864]

With them changing Toph up to much I've lost all interest in the show

[@hafsajama9934]

how have they changed her "so much" ?

[@uncleirohsteashop]

What are you talking about? They haven't changed anything of note.

[@adrienette4ever568]

THird

[@Sniffingfood]

I just hope they fix katara and dont ruin anything else

[@uncleirohsteashop]

I don't think there's anything much to fix about Katara other than making sure directors direct her better on the acting in some spots

[@Sniffingfood]

@@uncleirohsteashop First of all: I beg you to give netflix a shout out for the Indian representation they did in bumi, literally 94% fans dont know how much indian influence is in avatar along with the other parts of asia but they highlighted it perfectly. Next onto katara I would say some of her girl boss is lacking. In scenes that have to represent her strength and courage seem dull and usually bring out the strength of others around her more. When she was practicing in the first episode, she was shy but she was hesitant to communicate her emotions, The katara I know opens up about feelings like a strong grounded and mental-illness less character. Low key, the netflix katara looks like she has depression.(Maybe lack of body language) Then there is the whole bending master thing, I mean in Asian culture especially where I'm from in asia, it's very very important to learn from a guru and respect them.

[@uncleirohsteashop]

@@Sniffingfood I am pretty sure they did enough with Katara that we saw from the cartoon. Again she wasn't perfect in S1 but still.

[@fabiofernandes9122]

they are going to butcher touph the same way katar was butchered.

[@uncleirohsteashop]

Lol they didn't butcher anything... relax! People really do just overly use that word to describe something these days. I didn't think Katara was perfect but still my point stands.

[@fabiofernandes9122]

@@uncleirohsteashop youll see.

[@uncleirohsteashop]

@@fabiofernandes9122 lol ok

[@DA_B0MB1]

0:56 what I like your content

[@uncleirohsteashop]

Lol thanks gotta make those jokes sometimes