In this episode of Avatar State Radio, Kev and Mike explore The King of Omashu, a fun, character-driven episode filled with laughs, lessons, and… dad jokes! Aang’s not-so-convincing disguise as Bonzu Pippinpaddleopsicopolis the Third sets the tone for an adventure that is as whimsical as it is meaningful.
Through flashbacks and clever storytelling, the audience quickly realizes that King Bumi is Aang’s childhood friend. With a larger-than-life personality and a knack for thinking outside the box, Bumi challenges Aang with a series of tests that start lighthearted but lead to a powerful final lesson. And yes, Bumi is absolutely jacked. As Kev puts it, “King Bumi could kick my ass.”
While the episode delivers plenty of humor, Kev feels there wasn’t quite enough time to explore the emotional weight of Aang and Bumi reconnecting after 100 years. Will we see Bumi again? And could he be the one to teach Aang earth bending? Kev sure hopes so.
Kev and Mike also note how Omashu is full of earth benders who use their abilities practically, unlike the Southern Water Tribe, which only has Katara. It sparks a discussion on how benders often hold positions of power in the world of ATLA. They also reflect on how Aang’s journey is refreshingly guided by the whims of a 12-year-old savior.
Mike’s Trivia Corner:
- This is the first episode without Zuko or Iroh, a testament to its strong storytelling.
- The meaning behind Bumi’s name.
- And more fun facts!
Tune in to hear why Mike calls Bumi “Aang’s Bucky Barnes” and why this episode stands out as a filler with substance.
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Our intro music is The Voyage by Audionautix, licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license.
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