The Storm - Avatar's Most Important Episode (Avatar: The Last Airbender)

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Looking at Avatar's The Storm, its masterful storytelling, and how it becomes one of Avatar's most important episodes.
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Ash and Bone - Ori
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Separated by the Storm - Ori
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And So It Begins

[@SagesRain]

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[@saajiddaya2152]

I just realized. You have't done a video about Kabuto yet. The reason I know this is because someone else has already done it. I haven't watched that one yet, but I don't WANT to watch that one I want to watch yours. so do a kabuto video please. Then maybe one about the konoha 11 as a whole. or something.

[@akshatpratapsingh1160]

What a amazing video on a amazing show

[@alliasstar7289]

PLEASE Do Ghost of Tsushima Next!🙇‍♀️

[@Aquamayne100]

Great analysis as usual, your avatar videos always bring out the best of this amazing show!

[@thegreattotemaster]

1:57 - Slight correction: It's not just "in the Fire Lord's eyes". This scene proves just how weak and cowardly Zuko really *is*.

[@tylerasuncion3208]

The episode where everybody went from “man, this show’s fun” to “damn, that’s kinda deep.”

[@ericolens3]

Then back to Kyoshi Island. Aangie riding on a sea serpent to impress katara. Its sucked Aangie couldn't be a kid there due to the fire nation burning the town.

[@UncleYakuza]

I get what u mean but I don’t think it’s tru. It was kinda set on immediately in the first 3 episodes that tragedy happened (Air Genocide). Episode 5 Bumi let’s him know what he will eventually have to do. Then 6 with imprisonment, 7-8 with Roku telling aang an impossible task

[@-UnknownHero]

A nice detail someone pointed out was that the scar is the perfect character design. He has two sides, one distortes his perception of the world, makes him see things different, narrows his focus...

[@saajiddaya2152]

true. One side, his scarred side, is the one still controlled by his father (not literally, just aesthetically), while the other is open to iroh's teachings. When Zuko lets his 'loss of honor' overcome him, we see his scarred side take over wheras when he listens to iroh, and ESPECIALLY when they were in ba sing se and he didn't care too much about his scar, iroh's teachings flowed from him (well, this was after he awoke from his sickness, but whatever).

[@matthewlanoue9492]

Not only that but if you look at zukos scar it’s so much worse right around his eyeball meaning ozai was straight up trying to f*cking blind zukos left eye to “teach him a lesson”

[@-UnknownHero]

@@matthewlanoue9492 Ohh... might be. Never thought about it.

[@jordank6961]

i would disagree with OP, i would say his burned side is his humanity. it was because he cared about the soldiers as more than Canon fodder, and he got burned for it. it is the unburned side that holds him back

[@-UnknownHero]

@@jordank6961 Interesting thought

[@breathofdifferentair1950]

ATLA is not just a story. It's an art piece. A masterpiece! Watching it as a kid I thought it was fun. Watching it as an adult there are many thought provoking moments. I aspire to be like uncle iroh. I aspire to be like rengoku. Likeable, but correct and ironclad in their resolve

[@breathofdifferentair1950]

@@anthonylopez5 I agree there, I think it ended really nicely, but there was much to be desired with the final episode.

[@thegreattotemaster]

Really? Because after seeing the show, I aspire to be like the Fire Lord and Azula. :P

[@effecteyvee864]

@@anthonylopez5 I disagree but it's your opinion

[@talimpalomino9589]

@@anthonylopez5 I don’t think the ending was cheap, but that’s just personal preference. The season felt rushed bc they first few episodes were just kinda filler because they wanted to have a riveting and continually escalating finale with those last five episodes. But I agree another season to further develop plot and characters points would have been nice

[@littlebitfix4511]

Its also a retelling of the Mongol Invasion of China and the response in rebellion, forming the Ming Dynasty I think it was the Ming that came out of it, idk Anyways fun fact hehe

[@Spongebrain97]

Aang and Zuko being shown as kindred spirits. Good indivuals who are in trouble. There is also some good subtle details like with that soldier on Zuko's ship who almost fought him. He can't stand Zuko and sees him as a selfish spoiled prince but after Iroh hears his complaints and explains Zuko's backstory, he later for the first time refers to Zuko as SIR when asking if they should pursue the Avatar

[@MinecraftIsLoveMinecraftIsLife]

the aang-zuko parallels and relationship arc has it's well earned finale in the firebending masters when aang and zuko dance with the two dragons. it's both visually stunning and full of deep meaning. that episode is one of my favourites for a reason.

[@ericolens3]

Zuku lost his firebending the day he became Avatars teacher. Thats like your first day of work as a Spanish teacher and saying bonjour class. Je m'apelle Le Trios.

[@MinecraftIsLoveMinecraftIsLife]

@@ericolens3 yep. It was so embarrassing for him. He had to get the courage to go up to the group and announce it.

[@javascriptsophie4958]

Also Katara with sparing the man who killed her mother and healing Zuko.

[@svcsbmvrain7435]

9:20 The fact that he feels this way still amazes me. I actually liked this kind of thinking being introduced, as it made a lot of sense to me. he's a child, so when it involves something personal to him, he doesn't think things through rationally. If the airbending masters couldn't take down the fire nation soldiers, what makes him think he could? They were powered by Sozin's comet and they likely attacked all 4 temples simultaneously. Since Sozin was afraid of the avatar, he probably set up a blockade around the temples, to prevent his escape(and the escape of any other airbenders). There's no reason to believe that Aang would have made the slightest bit of difference. Even with the avatar state, he still would have been cut down. It would have been like at the Earth Kingdom Capital...the difference though is that he'd have no one to help him escape. All the airbenders would be fighting for their survival, and even if they did try to help Aang escape, they'd still be victim to Sozin's tactics. It's also something that seemed to be strategically unsound. Sozin clearly let his emotions get in the way of reason. He was so paralyzed of the avatar, that he felt like his only chance to destroy him was during the comet. According to Aang, the air nomads didn't have a formal military and were pacifistic. Wiping out the air temples may have knocked out one of the three nations, but air nomads weren't the ones who had the potential to give the fire nation the most trouble. If Sozin was thinking logically and not letting the fear of the avatar rule his actions, he would have attacked the earth kingdom first. The water tribes were on opposite sides of the world, and had far less inhabitants. Given the fact that the war lasted at least 100 years, it's clear that most of the heavy lifting was done by the earth kingdom during the war. The northern water tribe was hardly a factor for well over 50 years, as the fire nation spent most of its time ignoring them. The southern water tribe was on the opposite side of the world and just as isolated from the other two kingdoms. The only serious threat was the earth kingdom right from the beginning. Had Sozin focused the bulk of his forces on destroying the earth kingdom, he would have ended the conflict a whole lot faster. At this point, his only threats would be two secluded areas of people and a pacifistic group of monks that are mostly detached from worldly affairs. Thank goodness Sozin let his fears cloud his judgment lol.

[@ericolens3]

Kinda true but the fire nation DID attack the water tribes. The southern water tribe were constantly bombarded to the point where they would strategically capture ANY water benders. Im not sure if Kataras mom was actually a water bender or just was Katara's scapegoat. (Id like to believe that the southern water tribe was as great as the northern tribe before gram gram days. In short. The fire nation gendicided the air nation, and crippled the water nation to non benders. They did this same campaign in Haru's town in the earth kingdom. Remember haru's dad on the prison ship and Momo earth bending. Given enough time. The fire nation would have eradicated all benders. New moons would be a great time for water benders. (Basically a 2 week or 3 day sting operation depending on if you wanted to last until a full moon or just the short time of the true dark moon phase) Iroh and LuTen were after BaSingSe, and Azula properly conquered it. So given another 10 or 20 years. It would be easy enough to finally eradicate the northern water tribe.

[@dantu5377]

No it would still take too long to conquer the earth kingdom, it would give time for the water trove and air nomads come to their aid. The reason you massacre the air nomads is so that they are the easiest and remove a possible threat.

[@hueyfreeman6262]

@@dantu5377 the air nomads detached themselves from the world sozin had no reason to think they'd be a threat

[@Dennis_Fueru]

@@hueyfreeman6262 That doesn't mean they doesn't care about the world

[@Dennis_Fueru]

Air Nomads doesn't have a formal military, sure. But ALL Air Nomads are benders, and more then able to defend themselves if needed

[@yaseminbayramoglu7967]

I understand Aang's pain on a personal level. When my very sick father died at home at night because of a heart attack, I had just left home in the morning to go back to my university town to be able to breathe a little because the thought of the upcoming responsibilities were suffocating me, I just wanted to run away, even for a short while. After that, I kept blaming myself thinking I could have saved him if I had been there, if I hadn't left, if I hadn't been selfish and so on. A special word should be coined for that kind of pain because I don't know how to describe it. Just like Aang, it took me a long time to even try to forgive myself. If I'm not wrong, canonically we don't know whether Aang still kept that regret deep down till he died, I hope he didn't. :)

[@ericolens3]

Oh wow, my condolences to you and your family.

[@jumperthehedgehog2932]

Sorry for your loss I truly am responsibilities Is never easy when you're an adult

[@KyleEvra]

Cringe. 😬

[@yaseminbayramoglu7967]

@@KyleEvra darling, whatever you are going through will not go away by hurting others, try your luck somewhere else.

[@garthalmunemuralias9101]

@@KyleEvra wow that’s unfortunate and sad for you I mean to comment something so vain and crude just wow

[@davidpotts7116]

Zuko and Lt. Jee have some of the best character chemistry for just having a few short moments on screen together. It’s sad that Jee supposedly died at the northern tribe. Would have loved to see that ragtag crew one more time after the war.

[@savybeanie]

Is auto correct doing u dirty?

[@theserpent8667]

Who is Lt. Jee?

[@davidpotts7116]

@@theserpent8667 he’s the guy that Zuko always butts heads with when he still had his own ship. He’s the one who said he’s sick of chasing the Avatar before Iroh walked into the room and explained why Zuko was so fixated.

[@theserpent8667]

@@davidpotts7116 Oh, that's his name. Thanks!

[@speakevermore]

Now i'm crying. I've watched this show 4 or 5 times and every time i watch it, I am moved by a different aspect of the show. It never hit me before this most recent rewatch what a heavy burden was placed on these children. Teenagers arent equipped to deal with these feelings of loss, shame, guilt, betrayal...let alone being tasked with saving the world. A scene that was played for a laugh but was actually really telling was the scene where Aang went to the fortune teller and she goes on about "ive never seen something like this! You will be in a battle that will decide the fate of the world!" (paraphrased) and he says "yeah i know that, but is there anything about a girl?" He's just a kid dealing with a first crush and the fact that the fate of the world is on his shoulders is something he has compartmentalized

[@Hawaiiitalian]

Aang needed to be adult too early Zuko wanted to be adult too early

[@markgarcia8253]

The episode that got me emotional watching it as an 12 year old was The Southern Raiders. My father left the family and the anger I felt was endless. So seeing how Zuko (who’s own presence embodies the Fire Nation) help Katara find a quantum of solace by tracking down her mother’s killer. The moment I saw her calm and forgiving nature get buried in an instant and Bloodbend the Southern Raiders for information. It scared me how far any of us could fall from grace. Her hatred poisoned her to the core and it wasn’t until the last moment after summoning all her power to kill the man. Only to pull out the last second because she refused to take a life. But how many of us would’ve followed with the kill? Would’ve fallen to our emotions and lose our convictions? That imo is the best Avatar episode

[@masonjar6910]

im rewatching atla with my mom (her first but ive seen it at least 20 times total) i took a year break from watching it. its like living on rice for a year and then having gourmet. i forgot how much this show genuinely shaped me as a person. i grew up on avatar, im rewatching it after a year and i find myself gently mouthing the qoutes. in bojack horseman (a show i also highly recommend) one of the main characters says " for 20 minutes, once a week, i had a family. and that show helped me survive." thats exactly how i feel about this show. i had a hectic life, with little adults, uncle iroh was one of my masculine figures. it seems stupid to think that when im upset i ask myself 'what would uncle iroh say?' but thats what i do because, well, he gives good advice🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️ i just finished rewatching the storm and it was incredible. i always love these videos from you. "He is cut from the cloth that is Iroh, Ursa, Roku" is exactly how i view zuko too.

[@erachiiii]

Atla had a huge impact on me too! what does your mom think so far?

[@masonjar6910]

@@erachiiii obviously she loves it. we finished season 1 this morning and her favorite character is sokka so far :)

[@seanjohnisee]

@@masonjar6910 Sounds about right XD

[@garthalmunemuralias9101]

@@masonjar6910 gotta love Sokka

[@pandamonium2001]

I love ATLA so much I can’t begin to describe it. Zuko was/is so self made. Azula made fun of him for “playing with knives” as a kid…later in life he became a master of dual swords training under Piando at only 16. Ozai and Azulon mocked his firebending, always steps behind Azula…later he became well skilled with it, being able to fight Azula in the final Agni Kai 1 on 1 using everything he had learned and practiced. Aang is a great story of embracing who you were truly meant to be. Monk Gyatso treated him as he was - a kid. But the other elders treated him as the Avatar. While he is the avatar, that’s not all he is. Just like Po, he wasn’t solely just the dragon warrior. Aang is the avatar, but he’s also just 13. (At the end of TLA.)

[@PaulPower4]

Come to think of it, "this may be who you are... but it's not *all* you are" could be a core message for every character in the show. Aang isn't just the Avatar. Zuko isn't just the Fire Lord's son. Katara isn't just a mother figure. Sokka isn't just a buffoon. Toph isn't just an unfeeling badass. Hell, Suki put it brilliantly with "I *am* a warrior... but I'm a girl too". Finding ways to step outside the boxes they're placed in, whether someone else put them there or whether they did it themselves, is pretty much the entire show.

[@sivanlevi3867]

Amazing how you gave the "eye of the storm" a metaphor, as if that was an actual eye on Aang and Zuko. I think that may be the world's eye, ever watchful, yet only seen in the briefest moments. And I also think that every person struggles with the parts of their life where they don't have a choice, or they did and they chose the wrong one.

[@megaman1N]

Man... this is one of those shows where you're really like "oh don't even get me started on...." because there are so many amazing concepts that are executed so well in so many episodes.. you can start talking about one episode and immediately praise another.

[@SylviaRustyFae]

Im almost certain if Aang hadnt run from the air nomad temple... It wudve spelled the end for all airbenders and quite likely wudve caused the end of the avatar cycle which wud likely have kicked in defensively but in an untrained avatar who cant begin to kno how to fully use it.

[@wolfsmith2865]

Zuko's story is that of the abused child. It is magnificently told. The damaged, angry child who lashes out because that is what he has been taught, through the abuse, to do. Zuko has a strong character and a sense of right, so he changes, in what has taken many of we children of abuse often years to do. Instead of becoming another abuser, he betters himself, seeks his own path, and becomes whole. He forgives, but he does not forget. His scar is a physical reminder of those we children of abuse all carry within us, not so obvious but nonetheless very real. Zuko's story is also that of the survivor and it is told very well.

[@daltonsaylor7556]

Man I never thought about how much time may have passed between Aang and the temples being destroyed by the fire nation. The idea that he could’ve had enough time to learn the elements to the same degree and save his people but chose to flee is absolutely heart wrenching.

[@cococow8135]

This is random but just wanted to share: The second Zuko appeared on screen, I knew he was going to be my favorite character, even though I knew he was the antagonist. I was so happy when he got a whole story arc and a backstory, and eventually joined the gAang/ Team Avatar :D

[@srami004]

Take out Ozai's love...He never loved. His goal was power. I don't think he really cared for his children. As far as Aang and Zuko is concerned, they're brothers to the core...It's like there was always a connection that couldn't be explained. But, something was there. When they did the Dragon Dance, it was official.

[@KyleEvra]

He was very abusive towards his children.

[@10RexTheWolf01]

Not even Azula and she was his best tool

[@Seuspesos]

I love that when the ship soldier argues with zuko he regards iroh as an "esteemed general". I like his character because i find myself having to check someone talking crazy to everyone at work once every few years.

[@kolapon6832]

After watching the Storm, every time I look at Zuko's scar, the distinct shape of a headprint is haunting.

[@Hakuu_A19]

This is genuinely my favourite episode from the first season. It really did elevate it from a good show to a great one and I think that applies to a lot of people

[@thepastavatars7939]

"Yesterday was History, Tomorrow is a Mystery but Today is a gift, that is why it is called the present, and there is no better than the present " :- Master Oogway

[@ilyamiskov]

I love how you used Ori and The Will of the Wisps and Journey soundtrack here. Adds depth!

[@davidogundipe808]

Iroh explaining Zuko's scar and action made us sympathize with him and understand his struggle his two heritage. Another video well done sage.

[@andrewrentuaya9510]

Sages' rain and Analyzing evil are two sides of the same coin.

[@kingyoshi1124]

“When greatness calls, for our honor we must rise to it.” -Duke Leeto Atreidies Dune

[@davidwachsberg3059]

It’s so good to see more Avatar content from you. It’s like coming back home ❤️ Sending much love to you my friend. Thank you for another wonderful video.

[@Southhs]

As luck would have it, _The Storm_ happened to be the first episode I saw from _ATLA,_ and *MAN,* did it leave an impression!!!

[@wattsnottaken1]

Those few moments of Zuko and Aang looking directly at each other at the end is satisfying in a certain way. I always liked that detail.

[@7timez4mycity]

These videos hit different on late night/early morning.

[@Magaxstar]

Wow, great video 🙏🏼♥️ You should really make a video with The Meaning of NERD He also just made a video on the episode. I also think your guys' voices would fit very well together🙏🏼

[@deliriouszora]

And to add on to what makes Zuko and this episode such a power episode is the fact they showed how Zuko wasn't a true antagonist, and that he was a character to learn from, and to grow from. He was never evil to begin with, just a misled person that never got the chance to show his true, kind, and caring colors, because they were all burnt out by the flames of his father, of the whole fire nation. And this episode hammers it in so early in the series, foreshadowing what was to come from his character. It's episodes like these that makes this show still stand out from all other shows years after it's release, and I personally don't feel like there'll ever be a show I feel this closely connect to.

[@maytalacedo2942]

Both of them were innocent kids who were forced to be their part because of society expected them to be without realizing the damage they did to these poor kids. This episode is still fantastic.

[@getmepaid2day653]

Tales of Ba Singsay, is another episode that is really underrated. It really dives into who the characters really are underneath their heroism. Tales of ba sing say shows you what makes the characters strong but also what defeats them as well. If you haven't watched it in a while I suggest you pair The storm with tails of Ba sing say as well as ember island. These are great episodes that give you greater insight into the character's motivations strengths and weaknesses.

[@dimains6011]

I'm pretty sure Tales of Ba Sing Se is one of the most popular episodes lol

[@alvincaballeros4996]

The storm is a great episode however I think the Avatar and the Fire Lord is the most important episode in Avatar in order to understand the story The storm is amazing and comes a lot sooner in the series so it is definitely a great hook

[@SCJ_AFC010]

I feel like Avatar and The Fire Lord is more important when it comes to history of the war(including how it can end) and the relationship between Roku and Sozen, while The Storm is more important in telling the backstories of Aang and Zuko, the two characters who need to embody the change that's needed

[@khonsux2040]

I like how even I when I was watching this in real time it grew up with me and bruh the music this was perfect for kids back then. Even when I was little I understood all the changes and responsibilities and sacrifices they all made it truly made my childhood a good lesson :)

[@Slifer8521]

As and adult, i understand the reality of Aangs situation. Episode after episode you will see how hard is for aang to save the world, he doesnt have time for fun,play,cry or anything, a 12 year old who is just a child is trying to save the world in less than a year. In the episode when Aang snaps at the sandbenders for taking appa i felt his pain, hes entire culture and people was wiped out of existence, you are 100 years too late, some people are glad that you're back but others will hate you for disapearing in the first place. You have the burden for that and you need to master the rest of the elements in less than a year. The entire world is againts you! when Appa was taken away (the only thing that connects you to your culture ) his entire world was crashing down and you just cant help to feel his pain.

[@literatiglee]

Another beautifully written and well-narrated analysis. I also found the Storm to be among my favorite episodes of the show.

[@muhammadahmadkhurram8186]

This channel is criminally underrated

[@iceluvndiva21]

I actually love how almost everyone has a unique look on honor and what it means for that individuals

[@zlizgirl]

Always here for your quiet calm introspection. Can't wait for your next masterpiece.

[@punakahuna4803]

Amazing video Sage you helped me realize why I love avatar so much

[@0athwood]

This was a great video. Loved the way you used Oath to Order. Keep up the good work!

[@ZUUL117]

I always come to your videos to get my head right. Thank you so much! Please keep up the great work!

[@Daedivh]

Some of your other videos hit me in the gut harder, but I think this is your best Avatar:TLA analysis/discussion yet. Fantastic job all around, but particularly on the nuances of human interaction with grief and trauma and then how the two characters really truly became bound together for the greater plot.

[@HeartLancer]

This episode is so good. It is crazy to think there was a time I actually grew tired of rewatching this episode while waiting for season 2.

[@WackedOutCookie]

You do some phenomenal work.

[@allenboyea7792]

Sage, I've been going through a rough patch mentally, idk what to do with my life and stuff with me and the girl I'm talking to has me all types of confused, but your videos help me calm my mind, help me get through the day, and help me get decent sleep, I hope you're doing okay, and know how much you mean to us and how thankful we are for you being here. From the bottom of my heart, thank you

[@CharmCityGamer]

My dude came through! Thanks Sage's Rain!

[@devinbannish1469]

I was literally thinking about how good this episode was specifically when this came up in my recommended.

[@Fatimacita17]

Yay u uploaded

[@kaganozdemir4332]

Azula didn't just watched with joy, she also raised her left hand; as if she was burning him. She wanted to burn him.

[@OwlEye2010]

"The Storm" is Avatar's watershed moment, and one of its best episodes, period.

[@MultiSilverbolt]

And the 2nd live action just decides to fuck it all up and be done with it the first 10 minutes.

[@SoloWolf1792]

Beautifully Explained Bro ❤️ Love Your Content 💕

[@yungvirgil]

Yo your videos are amazing, please keep making content!

[@nerdy_trucker7834]

I absolutely love your vids bro. I just realized since Monk Gyatso was friends with Avatar Roku he knew his friend was reincarnated with Aang explaining why they were so close since his birth. Mind blown!

[@Carolina013]

I'm early 🌼😺 I'll be listening to this while I walk around my neighborhood. I was trying to de-stress and the notification certainly made me so happy 💜

[@jesse.chijioke6958]

I love this channel man! Keep making more videos big fans

[@uhohmykokoro1616]

This is my favorite episode in the show. It gets overshadowed a lot by the later seasons, and I get that bc all the episodes are great. But this one is sooooo good too

[@TilNight]

I love your videos so much, you dive hard into these and its amazing!

[@maytalacedo20]

definitely a huge impression on this show that was for kids but impactful to see why it's a great show.

[@AmyFlannigan27]

I love your videos and listening to your voice explaining your thoughts. Especially if it's about my most favourite things, like this video!

[@KinNitro]

I Love your Videos Bro!

[@oforth]

i agree with everything you said in this… except the idea that Azula has Ozai’s love… i mean she and more importantly for this episode Zuko might believe that… but i don’t think anyone (except Maybe, Ozai) has Ozai’s love

[@Dragiare]

This was one of my favorite episodes.

[@marldlra9943]

Great vid

[@Andivanes]

I’ve been watching your videos for a long time . You sound more charismatic now

[@bijuubomb3964]

All of these characters should come see you for psychotherapy bro keep up the high quality content

[@damarjamitchell8673]

My favorite KZbin channel by far🔥🔥

[@TakuTePuke-qd6df]

I wanna rewatch it. But I dont wanna get sick of it

[@bigfootnintendorazr]

Love this channel

[@austyno9713]

no wonder this is my favorite show. i relate so much to it

[@aramisvanaquin827]

This show is utterly perfect

[@Scarabola]

Damn i was just thinking of this episode earlier today!

[@corro202]

Great video.

[@aterriblesliceoftoast4096]

Living without a childhood destroys a person, it’s horrible to have to watch friends and loved ones living life and making memories when you’re weighted down by duty & responsibility. It’s soul destroying, knowing that you have no other choice.

[@alvarezalvarez3755]

BEST VIDEO EVER

[@KillerTacos54]

God I love this show

[@TevyaSmolka]

The storm is really awesome and such a great story.

[@gurwarsingh4522]

This video made me think of Gyatso's perspective, I have been uneasy since.

[@AMoniqueOcampo]

The parallels between Zuko and Aang. Knowing the connection between the two of them (when you think of Aang's past lifetime as Roku) makes this episode even more brilliant.

[@SomeGuy-gc8zs]

The Storm cemented not only my respect for Zuko, for choosing to save his crew over the mission, and Aang, who chose to face fear and act, but also my hate for Ozai. I can't abide people who willfully hurt children, especially their own. It's something people get away with in the real world entirely too often, and it's very telling how often it features in the backstories of fictional characters. Nothing makes me sympathize with or despise a character faster than being the victim or perpetrator of abuse. This was when I knew Zuko wasn't actually a villain, even if he was still the antagonist at the time. The way you can pick apart a character, their motives and their development, lay it all bare and put it to words is fascinating to me as both a consumer and a writer, which is why I almost invariably click on your videos the first chance I get- almost invariably. I'm not finished watching Naruto yet, so I want to keep spoilers to a minimum. I'd love to see your takes on Soul Eater one of these days- interpersonal relationships are, in my opinion, a central theme, and there's plenty to dive into.

[@SagesRain]

thank you! i really appreciate it

[@ImADeity]

You have brought me enlightenment

[@bignoob24]

I love this episode.

[@maem7462]

This episode is a perfect example of how to show not tell in stories

[@mavg.]

such a beautifull episode, such a great video

[@FenixReZ]

That lightning that calls both of them them to action was the craziest revelation for me. Watched the his Ep multiple times and I never saw that it happened to both!

[@marcelineabadeer8380]

That was a brilliant analysis the Storm is a beloved and legendary episode for good reason it gives the perfect stories for Aang and Zuko and parallels them in many ways both went through a horrible tragedy in their past and are still controlled by it to some extent but at their core they’re good people and will do anything they can to make the most of their current lives it enriches the characters and the world perfectly something Avatar excels at. It’s especially poetic as Aang overcomes his inner struggles the storm lifts representing his turmoil subsiding. Thank you so much for the wonderful video as always.

[@melon4738]

Agreed, it is a great video

[@SagesRain]

thank you marcy!

[@marcelineabadeer8380]

@@SagesRain No problem!

[@saqlainsajid1274]

Bro How can you always analyze avatar in the most beautiful ways

[@jobansand]

This was good. I agree with what you said. Zuko reminds me quite a bit of myself.

[@davidnotonstinnett]

Zuko is a character I didn’t understand until I started getting older. In my 20s I started to get his anger and sadness. And as I enter my 30s, I am understanding his redemption as well.

[@empatheticrambo4890]

The humanizing of heroes and villains is one of the best parts of this show

[@Bunaenaer]

I didn't really like the Episode when i was young, but it really growed on me when i got older.

[@Anonymous-zk3xc]

I literally just started watching avatar the last air bender

[@pappamak7961]

When I was young, I thought it was "Monkeyatso"... now I realize it's "Monk Kiyatso"

[@kmac9372]

Bro you just don’t miss, and I really never considered how Aang would’ve changed the fate of the Air Nomads, I always just thought he would’ve died, but when I think about it him and the other Air Benders really had a good chance of winning. During the main series Aang is like a super hero based just off of his Airbending alone.

[@SylviaRustyFae]

I feel it wud be more likely that one of two results wud happen, if not both. 1: The end of the Avatar cycle. Im certain Aang wudve been killed in the avatar state, even if he managed to successfully ward off the invaders and protect the air nomads. The fire nation was spec tryin to kill the Avatar and wudve done everything to target Aang and even with the power of the avatar state i still suspect Aang wud get hit by some attack esp as he doesnt yet have mastery of anything other than air. 2: Every last airbender wudve been killed. The fire nation army vastly outnumbered the air nomad citizenry. The air nomads were the least numerous of the four nations and thats by a huge margin when compared to the size of the fire and earth nations respectively. Thats part of why Sozin considered it the perfect time to strike as unlike if the avatar were an earthbender; there wasnt any army at all to defend him (whereas the earth nation no doubt had a sizeable standing army to fight banditry if nothing else; and cud conscript in large numbers and had so much land as to make it impossible to strike it all at once).

[@dimains6011]

Aang is like a super hero when he comes out of the ice because everyone's forgotten how to fight airbenders after they've been gone for 100 years. Aang would most likely have been killed off with his people had he stayed