Why Iroh is the Heart of Avatar: The Last Airbender

[@captainmidnight]

What's your favorite Iroh moment? Make money for charity just by opening tabs for free! Link: tab.gladly.io/captainmidnight

[@wander7418]

My favourite part is in the tales of ba sing se

[@wander7418]

(When he sings leaves from the vine for Lu Ten)

[@tannerlawley8435]

captainmidnight “Zuko, you won’t believe this... the (whatever it was called) was in my back pocket the ENTIRE time!” My second favorite is his reconciliation with Zuko.

[@nathangonzalez9710]

When he liberates ba sing se. All he does is break the walls and burned a banner, but it is so powerful.

[@sechay9328]

Easily when Zuko finds him with the White Lotus to apologize and Iroh doesn't even let him finish apologizing before he hugs him, and Zuko can't believe he would forgive him so easily. But Iroh was never mad, only sad because he thought he had lost his way.

[@cameronjosephvideos5942]

I'm honestly upset Aang and Iroh didn't get to interact more. Aang is arguably the second wisest character in the series and they are just great together.

[@misanthropicservitorofmars2116]

They’d be good friends, they’re both old men.

[@paulghencea9037]

@@misanthropicservitorofmars2116 Ah True lol

[@jeremiahfyan]

Aang couldve probably been a firebending beast had Iroh taught him

[@Slender_Man_186]

Misanthropic Servitor of Mars Aang isn’t- oh, right.

[@canvas_125]

They should’ve had at least a proper tea scene together! 😭

[@WiloPolis03]

I'm starting to think that Captain Midnight might like this Avatar The Last Airbender show

[@alexanon7637]

Wilo Polis it’s honestly one of the best animated shows I can see why

[@chivasowle286]

Hard to be sure. It’s possible.

[@lizardlegend42]

@@alexanon7637 Not just animated, its one of the best shows of all time, period.

[@WiloPolis03]

@@lizardlegend42 Yeah probably, up there with The Office or maybe Doctor Who

[@sharpshooter9407]

It sure is a possibility

[@nickmurray7314]

Me: "I should use this quarantine to experience shows and movies I haven't given a chance yet." Also me: "I should rewatch Avatar."

[@hope6629]

I've already rewatched it once this shutdown (near the beginning) and I already want to rewatch it again lmao

[@felings4u544]

I've rewatched it just like 2 or 3 weeks ago. One thing I think we could've used is more episodes where zuko is with team avatar.

[@dylancurtin6609]

I watched it for the first time and it was unreal

[@unapologeticallymyra7262]

FeΞlings4U yes I always wished for a book 4: air about the rebuilding of the world. And more Zuko with the gang 😁😁😁

[@mintman325]

Nick Murray rewatch then do it again.

[@ozyf.4327]

Iroh is literally the definition of "it's not much but it's honest work."

[@ApexGale]

It's sad that there's so many people in the world desperately working from paycheck to paycheck with the pure instinct of surviving, instead of just slowing down and valuing the little things. There's no shame in living a modest and humble life, as long as you're happy with it.

[@BZgA]

Wrong, cuz what he says and does is very much. Sadly, u don't understand his character. What a shame.

[@ozyf.4327]

@@BZgA When did I say what he did does not make an impact? I think the point of Iroh was to show that small things like giving advice can go a long way. I dont know why you think I dont understand his character

[@BZgA]

@@ozyf.4327 Exactly. But that does not fit the 'honest work' meme, in my opinion.

[@ozyf.4327]

@@BZgA I guess. But he is really dedicated with his tea and helping people so that where I got it from

[@DM-Raven]

It still amazes me that a children's cartoon on nickelodeon has better writing and character development than most adult shows I've seen.

[@FabbrizioPlays]

It's weird to think about. This hard-fantasy series that draws directly from real life military history, and wears themes of genocide and tragedy on its sleeve without ever attempting to hide the nature of its intent, was greenlit in 2005 by the same channel that was showing Jimmy Neutron and Fairly Odd Parents.

[@anastasiastellar2658]

Creator these days is too lazy on creating Happy, warm-hearted, but deep story. They keep making shalkow dark-gloomy-edgy stories and forced us to think it's soo deep full of philosophy

[@marshmallowvampire8503]

Same

[@craigpeoples9883]

@@anastasiastellar2658Sad but true

[@jordanzyla3377]

I can't think of better writting and character development in any series ever made. This show is a masterpiece

[@samwarren2850]

I would be really interested to hear your thoughts on Azula. She's such a complex character that a lot of people tend to boil down to irredeemable sociopath. I think there's more to her, and that she's more a product of her father's influence than innately evil. Her breakdown in the finale does seem kind of rushed, but I think they built up to it enough to justify what happened. It's hard to remember that she's only 14 years old.

[@jef790]

I would like this

[@Aaron-kj8dv]

She has human moments like trying to talk to the boy at the party. I thought that was so interesting, like she cares about some social norms and feels inadequate.

[@mennograafmans1595]

I don't think she is a sociopath. She is to emotional for that. And not in the sense that she shows a lot of emotions, but in that she recognises them. Hello future me has a good video on her.

[@braedenmattson1829]

menno graafmans definitely a psychopath

[@jeremiahfyan]

@@braedenmattson1829 nah. She defo isnt a psycopath, just evil.

[@nhancao4790]

Last time i was this early, the fire nation hadn't attacked yet.

[@bootywarrior6845]

Damn, thats extremely early

[@dolphinboi-playmonsterranc9668]

Last time I was this early, Wan and The Legend of Korra didn't demolish every last rule Avatar had set up.

[@nuloom]

@@dolphinboi-playmonsterranc9668 they didn't demolish every last rule Avatar had set up, Avatar didn't say anything on those things, and that was the whole point. The world remained mysterious, spirit morality was intangible and hence the entire world felt deep. What Avatar Wan has done in the Legend of Korra was defining things that were better off undefined, and adding on history that made spirits lose their initial appeal. The episodes you mentioned did ruin a lot of the worldbuilding of ATLA, but not in the sense you described.

[@misanthropicservitorofmars2116]

Simon it broke some rules of the avatar. It’s no longer a bridge to the spirit world. Since there is a literal bridge to the spirit world at the poles. I think this is just semantics, let’s all just agree that Beginnings was absolute trash, a rip off of myazaki, and 2 middle aged white mens attempt to explain centuries old systems of metaphysics from East Asian cultures. They should have left it vague, they aren’t wise or intelligent enough to explain those things well. The mysticism made it amazing.

[@woohoosowow]

Haha, nice reference

[@darthbaggins007]

Sam Wilson: Are you ever going to stop talking about avatar? Steve Rogers: No, no I don’t think I will.

[@YankNba]

Better for us

[@loonar7960]

There are a lot of good Iroh moments, but the one that stood out to me on my recent rewatch way one of his last lines. When Zuko asks what he'll do if he doesn't take the throne, Iroh responds with something like "After we liberate Ba Sing Se, I'm going to reclaim my tea shop, and I'm going to play Pai Sho every day." It just says a lot about a character when they're leading and army to a revolution, but once the battle is won, that's it. He doesn't want power or even a place as an advisor. He just wants to revel in small delights and live the rest of his days in peace.

[@babyyoda9407]

Matthew Smith but then he decided to go on a little trip to the spirit world

[@kiiturii]

@@babyyoda9407 ;-;

[@andu1854]

He has earned all the tea he can drink

[@SuperMakki]

My favorite part about Iroh was when he revealed Zuko's backstory in The Storm episode. The focus was on Zuko but it did such a good job of telling us why Iroh stuck around with a stubborn kid

[@toverkleet]

Still for me, is the heartshattering moment when Iroh sings to his deceased son. It shows a man who lost so much, partly due to his own ambition and what he had lost, now trying to prevent his second son to fall to the same vice he fell so long ago. Mako did a great job with voicing him and you can hear all of his sides in that one episode in his voice.

[@TheZack7466]

Mako wrote this song because he knew he would die.The tears you can hear are actually mako crying due to pain or sadness.

[@toverkleet]

@@TheZack7466 damn thats dedication to your final moments being immortalized. And he did. And quite sad at the same time, even more then it already was.

[@Avarn388]

I think what makes Iroh's story so great is that he very much defied the stereotypes of the Fire Nation. The Fire Nation themselves are indicative of Imperial Japan; proud, arrogant and believing they were in the right. Yet Iroh upon loosing his son realized just how fruitless the war was. What was the point of conquering when you lost something close to you? And in turn Iroh extrapolated this epiphany to life itself. That's why when he praised Aang for not going after power it very much was a reflection of his own experience. Iroh knows how skilled he is as a Bender. He is the Dragon of the West. But he wanted to live a life of peace. And in turn wanted Zuko to not be a slave of the Fire Nation and live life according to his own rules. Not due to some false ideas planted by his dad, Ozai. It is elements like this(no pun intended) that made Iroh such a wonderful character. The perfect mentor who very much is the Obi-wan of Last Airbender. In short, ATLA is a masterpiece of storytelling that sadly Korra could not replicate. Though, Iroh in Korra was great.

[@samwarren2850]

Korra suffered from not having an overarching plot in mind from day one. The last Airbender knew at least roughly what it wanted to do from the pilot to the finale, and it knew how it wanted to get there. Korra was more like a traditional TV show where they had the villain of the year and they had to deal with it season by season. I think if they had a better idea from day one, they could have made something on par with The last Airbender, but what they ended up with is still pretty damn good.

[@Avarn388]

@@samwarren2850 I also know that Korra did some retcons from the Last Airbender which pissed off a good chunk of fans like the Sequel Trilogy. But that could be it to. For me, Korra season one and season three are the only solid seasons. Two and Four are bad to meh. It sucks because Korra's world is right up my alley as I am a sucker for steampunk fantasy. FullMetal Alchemist is a perfect example of this. It is why a part of me hopes Korra could be remade as a series of compilation films that condenses the story and fixes some of the mediocre elements of it.

[@rhian6459]

@Neil Couldn't agree more. Korra had so much potential to be great, maybe even as good as ATLA. There were moments where it really did feel amazing but it just wasn't consistent. Although the villains were almost perfect, it simply didn't have the season-to-season progression like ATLA did. Not only that, but Bolin practically had to carry the entire humour and comedy whereas in ATLA it was Sokka's chemistry with Toph and Aang that made it so funny. In terms of romance, ATLA never went over the top and nailed every single relationship (Sokka+Yue/Suki and Zuko+Mai and of course Katara+aang). In contrast, Korra had so many awkward love scenes and in the end every character had, at some point, dated every other character which just looked stupid.

[@janewolf6390]

@@samwarren2850 The only reason Korra ended up with a new villain each season because Nickelodeon jerked the creators around. After they created one season, Nick would tell them to make another. The creators thought each season they made was the last until season 4.

[@princessthyemis]

"hat's why when he praised Aang for not going after power it very much was a reflection of his own experience." You're so right! It's just a single line, but it goes to show HOW WELL the writers knew each of these characters so that EVERY LINE they speak could never be said by anyone else.

[@selfloathinggameing]

Iroh was always so calm and upbeat that the few times that he really gets angry (like when zhao killed the moon) are really scary because thats how you know stuff is serious; even when the white lotus was taking back ba sing se he was still calm which really shows his character

[@kiiturii]

yeah man the scenes where iroh raises his voice gave me goosebumps

[@cicadaze]

contrast, and when a character acts differently, is what strengthens the tense moments.

[@hecksnekinc.2750]

There is a saying, I cannot remember who said it first, but it was this. "Beware the anger of a gentle man." And oh that is true

[@michelebozza1591]

I don't know why Avatar had a comeback in my youtube life lately but I'm not complaining

[@MinuteLeech2]

Its going back on netflix in America in a few weeks so its gotten some attention

[@joseph.wolf.]

@@MinuteLeech2 There's also a live action version in the works

[@FrostBlackbird]

@@joseph.wolf. Oh dear god no....

[@kirb103]

@@FrostBlackbird I heard that it's going to be directed by the original creators of the anime so it won't be the trash Shamalan made.

[@jmfirelord]

@@MinuteLeech2 yeah i finished watching the show on netflix and no wonder why it's rising up again

[@GenerationWest]

"Zuko isn't Luke Skywalker" Yeah, but his dad is lol (Not only did Iroh win, he met and helped two Avatars at their time of need, just a great character)

[@GenerationWest]

@NoTheOtherJonathan Except for being played by Mark Hamill lol

[@StrategyWasTaken]

@NoTheOtherJonathan it was a pun, let it slide

[@DRFILMS3]

Zuko is Kylo Ren

[@dw1419]

@@DRFILMS3 If only Kylo had had a fraction of Zuko's character development, the sequels might not have been as big a disappointment...

[@tgr3423]

I love Iroh. He proves that fire is not just the element of rampant destruction, but one of warmth and comfort.

[@mirimirimore]

THIS ❤👏🏻🔥

[@briancundall150]

"If more of us valued food and cheer and song above hoarded gold, it would be a merrier world." - a quote by JRR Tolkein in "the Hobbit". The priorities of Uncle Iroh that you focused on made me think of this quote.

[@mackielunkey2205]

Iroh analysis video: *exists* Me: This is gonna be fun.

[@JohnJohnson-dc9yv]

This meme format: *exists* Me: Please make it stop. Also me: Seriously, help. I'm stuck in this meme format and can't get out.

[@lucaaz14]

Haha this is funny

[@zaidnava562]

John Johnson had me in the first half, not gonna lie

[@ibtastico]

This is where the fun begins

[@gunslinger7513]

I really like the way they made the character of Zuko and Iroh. Here initially you don't even think about who they are good guys or the villains. It's fascinating.

[@tornadochaser2457]

Iroh is so jovial, full of life, protective of Zuko when it counts, and thus very endearing at the start of the series, and Zuko has a fairly close, caring relationship with him, that's the first clue. The viewer can at least assume that, even if they are villains, their fate won't be harsh and severe in the show, as it would come off as too much for such characters.

[@tornadochaser2457]

@rtd "The Storm" - The 13th episode - That's the one that truly changed our perception of him via the flashbacks, giving us a sympathetic understanding of the character.

[@anyaklum8757]

How did it take me this long to realize that Iroh's scene by the tree in Ba Sing Se is the place where his son died?

[@TJ-bg4fw]

Because the true emotionality behind shows doesn't often hit us as children

[@iamk4474]

Huh? I'm pretty sure that's not where he died.

[@jake70700]

IamK it could be considering it’s in ba sing sae, or just where he’s buried

[@cyagami90]

@@iamk4474 He died in Ba Sing Se so it could be

[@kumarsamaksha7207]

F my child

[@user-N20]

This is why Iroh has become my favorite character alongside Zuko. Don't get me wrong, I love every ATLA character for various reasons and they're all dear to my heart, but Iroh and Zuko just have such a great arc, and Iroh's wisdom increasingly helps me out as I get older and older, even if I'm a decent amount older than the main characters in the show now. Zuko's journey to become himself rather than what was expected of him by his father, sister, and his nation is just so inspiring and well-written. I haven't seen any other show so far in my life that makes me rethink things and be as introspective and appreciative. Avatar the Last Airbender is truly one of a kind.

[@WaterMeLoan64]

"Leaves from the vine falling so slow, like tiny, fragile shells drifting in the foam. Little Soldier Boy, comes marching home. Brave Soldier Boy, comes marching home." *In Honor of Mako.*

[@egalomon]

Iroh had probably the biggest influence in how I developed over the last 10 years. He is so humble, so wise, so generous, so forgiving, so patient; it's extremely inspirational if you want to live a happy life and also bring happiness to as many people as possible.

[@willinton06]

“Zuko is definitely not the ninja turtles” I’ll have to disagree with that captain.

[@fuckpaying6545]

Made it to your comment the moment he said it in the video

[@fuckpaying6545]

Made it to your comment the moment he said it

[@TadeuCunhaMiranda]

On the next video of this series, could you please make a video about the "Sokka´s Master" episode? I can´t put into words how much I love it.

[@shin1300]

My two cents: One aspect of Iroh's great strength is he utilizes other bender techniques not only fire, from redirecting lightning using water bending techniques, to loud howling airbending techniques, and heavy earth bending techniques.

[@FenixReZ]

Just finished ATLA again and this time I was with my beautiful girlfriend! She never watched it before but I got her into it and overtime she grew to hate when the episode ended. She loved the characters and the stories each of them carried! Never tell me this show is out dated. A masterpiece of a show with very little flaws!

[@juberterwee5989]

Time to finish TLOK?

[@brytonup1551]

Jubert Erwee fuck no

[@FenixReZ]

Jubert Erwee debating on it but idk if i wanna go through that again

[@berylliosis5250]

Watching it with my girlfriend "right now" too, but that's on pause due to quarantine. Just finished the Day of Black Sun, hope to be able to finish watching it with her soonish.

[@FenixReZ]

Berylliosis niceeee

[@claremcloughlin8237]

I’m a simple gal. Avatar+Captain Midnight and click

[@jacksingh8013]

Captain midnight x Avatar; only video I need in my sub box

[@smoothwaffle8047]

Honestly who ever the writers are for avatar are geniuses just each episode is perfect so are the characters in my opinion. And I think zuko is one of the more unique characters is written pretty good and his story is solid and interesting.

[@nathanielschwartz425]

0:37 Actually the correct quote is “Perfection and power are overrated. I think you are very wise to choose happiness and love.”

[@applesaurusrex8075]

I love your Avatar videos, they really brighten my day when I see one released. Keep up the good work!

[@Bofner]

I absolutely love your Avatar videos. Every time I'm feeling down in my life I go and watch Avatar again and it brings me back up. It's such a real show with emotion and conflict while keeping things easy to follow

[@raynavillus4927]

Uncle Iroh is an absolute unit of a man, even from the beginning. It's like his strength and power was stored away and kept safe, until it was needed again. That said, we did see over time that he is much more capable than he seems and was always strong!

[@MCLegoboy]

Everyone needs an Uncle Iroh in their life, even if the only one they can find is from the show, he's a pretty good find.

[@thatbullnamedTAURUS]

0:37: He actually says "perfection and power," not "protection and power"😊

[@hanifmiah2125]

It's bloody amazing how well this show still holds up to this very day. Genuinely a masterpiece not just a great animated show but an amazing show in general

[@caiquemarlon5579]

"in the darkest times, hope is something you give yourself" is a phrase that really stood with me

[@supershredder102]

I just finished watch the series again last night. This was wonderfully timed. Thank you!

[@radeyabedin612]

This content is absolutely wonderful, thank you for re-igniting my love for this series with such astute reflections

[@SuperHelix7]

Thank you captain, for this wholesome video in this depressing times.

[@thebigjohnnyd]

Something I love about the finale is that Iroh managed to accomplish his vision of conquering Ba Sing Se and breaking through the wall. However his personal journey meant he did it to fight against the fire nation, instead of for like he originally planned.

[@tornadochaser2457]

This is a fantastic video Caaaaaaaaaptain Midnight! Iroh is such an uplifting, inspiring character, and I cherish him like he's my personal, old wise relative. I know I'm going to re-watch this series many times, so I know he'll always be there, imparting his warm wisdom with his kind, welcoming persona.

[@hirorop5367]

You’re going to make me cry more! Such a beautiful video about Uncle Iroh ❤️ RIP Mako 🙏

[@mycahjofficial]

*Zuko, Iroh and Aang were the greatest characters of the entire series*

[@alucardcrimson4939]

Mycah J what about the cabbage salesmen lol

[@peterroberts4415]

@@alucardcrimson4939 also The Boulder

[@drakololgaming3601]

They can be a greatest character, but Toph is a *greatest earthbender in the world. Dont you two dunder heads ever forget it!*

[@juheepark7123]

Mycah J how can u not say toph

[@bethel4348]

What about Katara? And Sokka? And Toph?

[@kylefleming7926]

One of the most complete characters ever written

[@Lone_Wolf2727]

"You must look within yourself to save yourself from your other self; Only then, will your true self reveal itself" - Zuko quoting his uncle

[@guylfe]

A made up quote but literally fits Iroh's advice to Zuko. Zuko is split between two versions of himself, and only by looking inward can he reveal his true self and save himself from the destiny of following in his father's footsteps.

[@buck7352]

@@guylfe wow mind blown

[@krixkalimo]

Damn, starting out with Leaves from the Vine. 2 seconds in and you already know this one’s gonna hit you hard.

[@mavv.official]

Fuck, captainmidnight, your analysis of Iroh and just your videos in general make so much sense and you such a good job with it. Keep up the work my bro. Road to 500k subscribers

[@ebindelgado9660]

See that quote in the beginning is something I definitely need to hear. After telling myself that self quarantine is a living hell, I needed something that tells me that hope is something you should hold on to in times like these. I hope everyone stays safe so we can this nightmare soon

[@batshineman174]

Fun fact: When Zuko temporarily abdicates the throne to look for his mother, Iroh temporarily becomes the Fire lord and creates the holiday "national tea day".

[@juniperrodley9843]

I love how creating a holiday for something he liked was the only thing Iroh did when given absolute power over a nation

[@duchi882]

Even though the Dragon of the West is awesome. I'm just glad that we got to see more of Uncle Iroh than the Dragon of the West.

[@kevinjameslogan]

I love your videos! I wish you had a playlist specifically for the AVATAR Universe.

[@juberterwee5989]

Thank you so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so much for still uploading Avatar videos!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ZincFrog]

I re-watched this show all the way through last year for the first time since middle school and appreciate it, and Iroh, so much more now.

[@anotheret1064]

' Even as a younger man, when Iroh was sieging Ba Sing Se, he always seems to have a conscience.' Iroh: 'This city will make a wonderfull addition to the empire... if I don't burn it to the ground lmao.'

[@johnnoll4351]

intro goes so hard that’s the reason i subscribed

[@stephanieflores277]

I loved the series because of Iroh. I am glad that u made this video in a time of crisis. Actually Iroh in legend of Korea had some quotes that I thought could help inspire hope on others

[@sagebauland4276]

Recently After being denied cartoons and animated shows my whole childhood, I’ve been getting into all the adult animation, cartoons, anime, miscellaneous series, and pretty much everything of the animated genre. As part of this I knew it was time to see Avatar After spending much time researching the series I found it on sale for $50 for the whole show I spent a week pondering whether it was worth my purchase and during that time I found out it would be brought into Netflix After it’s release I watched the entire show in 5 days

[@dolphinboi-playmonsterranc9668]

Wow, your childhood sucked

[@BenjiQ575]

If you haven't, already, check out Adventure Time as well. It starts out VERY much a kid's show, but towards the end of Season 2 and midway through Season 3 it became much more intellectual. There's 10 seasons of it and they're releasing the first spinoff series' this year, as a partial reboot. It is my favourite show of all time. It is very very worth the time spent watching it.

[@Spartan322]

The interesting thing about Iroh's quote on choosing love over power is that he is applying it to the Avatar, who according to the original ideal before the concept of the LoK was the embodiment of the spirit of the Earth who existed to sympathize with the people. (as well as balance it) Many of the Avatars before him had lost that manner of thinking and forgot what they actually were. Iroh in this case is unintentionally (and perhaps for both parties, subconsciously) reminding the Avatar of what he is suppose to be and how he is suppose to act, not just as a balance to the world but also a member of it. If we follow that train of thought, Aang is the first Avatar in centuries, perhaps much longer, to restore (or at least starts to restore) the intent and purpose of the Avatar.

[@swamidude2214]

There is no legend of Korra within the walls of ba sing se

[@seancollins7447]

I am so glad you started doing Avatar The Last Airbender for your videos.

[@senpaicares3937]

"Leaves from the vine" never fails to get me in my feels

[@OTnvJuna]

Hitting us with that "Leaf from the vines" melody in he beginning. Damn son, tears have been shed once again.

[@marshmallowvampire8503]

I think it's so sweet that Zuko tried making Iroh tea after that big fight.😊😊 He made Iroh his favorite drink, and it was a sign of love and kindness, that didn't taste good.🤭🤭

[@Rozenxz]

Saw Iroh, instantly clicked on video. Thank you. Love this character so much

[@isaacstevens1912]

So true. I just finished TLA, and Iroh's quote about happiness and peace stood out to me as well. Iroh is easily my favorite character from the show- persistently positive, incredibly wise. I honestly learned some life lessons I needed to internalize in my own life through his proverbs :)

[@JayDee-jq5ow]

What a great vid, ty for making it. The youtube algorithm is eerily prescient to offer this as a recommendation. How on earth was is to know I watched this show over a decade ago and that my favourite character was Iroh? I agree with all your observations and am grateful for the ones I was oblivious to. The one biggest problem I remember having at the time of watching regarding the Iroh arc throughout the series however, was his ability to move about Ba Sing Se anonymously in plain sight after having led an invasion of the very same city. I understand that that world predated any form of visual recording technology, and the city had a russian doll like wall infrastructure that compartmentalised the city sections but it still seemed unlikely to me that no one in the city he encountered wouldn't recognise a general that invaded the city. And lol, yes, I'm aware this is maybe a way too a pedantic point to hold up against a Nickelodean children's cartoon, but you know, when the mind gets stuck on something it's hard to shake.

[@BugsyFoga]

Stuff like this makes me want to get back into Avatar more and more .

[@RoseEyed]

Currently on a binge during the Quarantine and I don't regret it. I watched it as a kid, again before going to college, and again now after graduating. And every time I do I gain a new appreciation for it. WATCH IT! Lol

[@herefishyfishy13]

Just finished a rewatch also. Iroh is my favorite character and he comforts me and gives me hope.

[@miguelamaton5742]

When Zuko goes to find his mom, he leaves Iroh as the new Fire Lord temporarily... the first order of business was to officially declare a "tea apreciation" day... (which would actually be very popular among the citizens)

[@dusty2822]

I had shivers all throu this video with just remembering the best written character in all times (he and zuko's)

[@whosanton248]

I love ATLA ❤️

[@Light-l-l]

Everyone is a gangsta until uncle iroh start singing leave from the vine

[@joecole231]

I've read some great points on the avatar Reddit page about Iroh. One stated that it's ironic how Zuko was chasing the love/approval of his father and then in book 3 he realizes it was always there in Iroh. Another great point is that Zuko begs on his knees twice in the show, one was when he found out he was going to fight his father and was shown no mercy. The second was when he begged for forgiveness from Iroh and was met with forgiveness and love.

[@aku862]

Who put this bowl of onions out here?

[@juniperrodley9843]

Somebody probably put em out to honor Lu Ten's grave

[@scottymacdewder5229]

Video opens up with the first notes of "leaves from the vine" and I immediately begin to well up before the narration even begins...

[@JustBrung]

Im upset Iroh didnt meet the Nomads from the secret tunnel episode, he would've love them. 💀

[@dman6261]

I always wanted to have a prequel about Iroh, the most interesting character for me, and maybe the least explored one (talking about it's life). It would be awesome to have a season reviewing his early years, his naming as the Dragon of the West and a taste of his great powers, then the great lost (of Ba Sing Se and his son), and the the chosen path to help his nephew to avoid becoming what himself once was. As i write this, i'm also scared they would butchered this prequel for not treating well an awesome character...

[@AdamMiceli]

Awesome video! Thanks!

[@evan_dood]

Alright, I've received my barrels of fun but now I'm awaiting my loads of free gifts and prizes.

[@Pyrochomper81632]

The Tales from Ba Sing Se made me cry like a little kid during my recent rewatch of Avatar on Netflix, I rewatched Iroh's part 5 times and I cried every...goddamn...time. such an amazing character

[@herefishyfishy13]

If you haven't watched his video on that I would recommend it!

[@tornadochaser2457]

...Iroh kind of looks like he has scissors for hands. Wouldn't you agree?... Don't act like I'm crazy!!!!

[@Pyrochomper81632]

@@tornadochaser2457 Like some weird ass can opener tool.

[@detjen6403]

"Are you so busy fighting you cannot see your own ship has set sail?"

[@racool911]

3:37 That Scar Though

[@tiotito31]

6:47 Holy shit I never thought about that. Wow, a legendary character. Thanks for pointing that out

[@foleneju]

Honestly, his talk with Toph made me cry (I am Toph but whatever). It really struck me to the core how much I needed someone to help me and how trying to do everything on my own was an unhealthy mindset… yet I continue on with it anyway. Rewatching ATLA is literally better than any therapy session could ever be, and this is just yet another example of Iroh being the best of the best.

[@fuumax7969]

years later, i still tear up seeing iroh cry

[@spearshake4771]

I like to think Aang still went back to that Tea shop in Ba Sing Se many times in the time between ATLA and ATLoK asking for advice from Iroh. Iroh was also probably instrumental in building up the Order of the White Lotus.

[@hughmungus99]

If Avatar was a lego game. Iroh would be the guy that gives you tips and hints at the bottom of the screen.

[@MonsterrDrankk34]

MAKO IS NOT PRONOUNCED “Mayko” ITS “Mahko” - AKA MAKO IN LOK

[@boomer.beasley]

just finished a rewatch last week. i’m on season 2 again now.

[@pavelsvacha]

Just you mentioning Tales from Ba Sing Se made me tear up

[@smittywerbenjagermanjensen9281]

I clicked on this video all nonchalant, then the music started and I almost lost it thx for starting strong dude

[@samnewman7616]

If you look closely, at 3:35 Zuko’s scar is on the right but at 4:39 is on the left

[@TheDeathmail]

You know, in one way, it should be noted that Iroh, while being a mentor figure... also can just be viewed as Zuko's dad. Sure, they argue and Zuko is rebellious... but aren't teens known for being rebellious?

[@applechip6748]

this needs to be noted? I thought that was pretty clear from episode 2, maybe? yeah, episode 2.

[@TheDeathmail]

@@applechip6748 No, I mean the fact that everyone felt betrayed by Zuko when he betrayed Iroh; if Iroh is the dad, Zuko is the teenage son... so of course he'd do something stupid... rather than betrayal... it should be viewed instead as a little temper tantrum.

[@applechip6748]

@@TheDeathmail Except it wasn't a temper tantrum, he wasn't upset about anything, he actively led Iroh to believe that he wanted a peaceful life and actively worked to gain Katara's trust and then immediately decided to attack them because he would profit from it. He was practically an adult in Ba Sing Se, especially after he let Appa go, it was not a temper tantrum.

[@maytalacedo2942]

uncle iroh is a grandpa that we all wish we have.

[@TheEpicLifeOfJacob]

I can't even think about leaves on the vine without tearing up!

[@redwolf2463]

I watched the show for the first time when i was a kid and later rewatched it a few years later and one of the characters i really remembered was iroh.

[@babateru1941]

8:05 I’m sorry but that sounds like the perfect explanation for a spyware program

[@loiclejeune2877]

i only had to hear 2 seconds of leaves from the vine and i became emotional

[@Billmaster115]

The absence of pride is just as bad as being consumed by pride. Iroh lacks the love for himself, he feels he does not deserve anything for the things he has done, and maybe he doesn’t, but he should love himself enough to realise that he has made a good impact on the world and in those around him, and he should pride himself in his ability to turn Zuko from the path hatred and self destruction. The balance between pride and humility is a difficult one. You need to love yourself as you would love others, if not, then you love no one. The absence of love for self is the definition of narcissism. Pride is essential to a human being, it is self love and self worth, and there is nothing wrong with recognising that, but don’t let it consume you as it did with so many.