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Avatar the Last Airbender - Book 3 Fire, Vol. 3x$10.09
 (26 reviews)
Best Price: $16.99 $10.09
In this latest release of Avatar: The Last Airbender Book 3 Volume 3 the invasion is in full force and Aang prepared to face his destiny frantically searches for the Fire Lord but there are few unexpected twists for Aang and the gang that could ruin their master plan. Join Aang Katara Sokka and Toph as they are forced to rely on old enemies for help.System Requirements:Running Time: 125 minutesFormat: DVD MOVIE Genre: ANIMATION/ANIME Rating: NR UPC: 097368526945 Manufacturer No: 852694
At the beginning of Avatar the Last Airbender: Book 3 Fire, Vol. 3, things don't go quite the way one would have hoped at the end of Vol. 2. Aang--the young avatar--and his companions Katara, Toph, and Sokka were part of a major assault on the tyrannical fire nation, and hopes of victory were high. In "The Day of Black Sun, Part 2: The Eclipse," however, circumstances reverse the heroes' fortunes, forcing Aang, his friends and the very youngest warriors to flee the battle. As they regroup at the Western Air Temple, mourning the expected imprisonment of the adults left behind, Aang comes face to face with an unexpected, would-be ally: Zuko, prince of the fire nation. Sokka and Katara refuse to accept Zuko's guarantee that he is truly on their side (they've been through this before), but Toph and Aang are a little more receptive to the idea. Good thing. In "The Firebending Masters," Aang accepts that Zuko could be the firebending mentor he needs to show him how to conquer the most elusive of the four elements. But it isn't easy: Zuko loses his power and must retreat to a fire nation temple, where he can learn the origins of his native gift. The set of five stories on this disc concludes with the two-part "The Boiling Rock," in which Sokka and Zuko infiltrate a fire nation maximum security prison in hopes of freeing Sokka's father. Trying hard to stay clandestine, Zuko's identity is revealed anyway, jeopardizing not only the mission but Zuko and Sokka's very freedom. The excitement is endless in the long-running Avatar series, and developments (especially Zuko's acceptance by Aang and the others) are as heartening as they are surprising. --Tom Keogh
MPN: 852694 - UPC: 097368526945
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adults will love it as much as their kids!
By A22EWG2HY3QE8J on 2008-04-13
Avatar is exceptionally written, perhaps the best animated series ever to air in America. It's so good that acclaimed Director, M. NIGHT SHYAMALAN,(The Sixth Sense, Unbreakable, Signs, The Village, The Happening) called it, "The coolest mythology I've ever seen," and put his own screenwriting on hold to spend the next six years producing/directing a BIG-SCREEN LIVE-ACTION TRILOGY of this story.
Adults may find the occasional comic relief a bit cheesy, but will love the character development, psychological depth, mythos, realistic martial arts, "special effects", and the excellent insights into Asian philosophy, sociology, and mythology, and even politics. I've been studying Asian culture and philosophy and teaching in Asia for years and I've gained insights from this series because the writers have found ways to introduce and explain Asian thought so simply that even kids can "get it". Ideas like chakras, Daoism, and Chinese philosophy of the balance and properties of the natural Elements are brought to life and illustrated in the characters lives, situations, and cultural settings. I bought this to watch my nephews (though I often watch it when they're not here too) and I think it's awesome because as they grow up in an increasingly Asian world, I think what they were exposed to in this show will make Asian culture (Chinese, Tibetan, Japanese, Indian, Korean) much more accessible and comprehensible to them than it was to me when I studied it.
Don't the the animation fool you, this series is a myth of exceptional crafting, on par with STAR WARS and LORD OF THE RINGS.
Mesmerizingly ENTERTAINING and uniquely EDUCATIONAL! With or without kids, you'll LOVE it!
Avatar Is Awesome
By A56HX6BMODHIZ on 2008-02-21
I love this series. I like the fact that the movements are real, I like the fact that each "little bit" of information has a bigger role than what it seems. The consistancy is just as awesome. I am a anime fan, an although this show has it's similarities to one its completely different. But it's not like some other american animated series' either, that never has an end, and almost each episode stands on its own. The story line is quite different. It has it's complexities of an anime, but the fun and jokes are absolutely western style. Well I hope this helps out the next customer interested. Oh by the way....they are going to make a live action movie... I hope it's just as awesome.
Avatar ROCKS!!!!!
By A2SNGXHTBD6VFQ on 2008-02-02
No I'm not mental,even thou I'm 50! The Avatar is one of the beat series I have watch in a long time! Soon it will end just like the series the Twin Towers and I will be sad.
Definitly the best season
By A35531WG0CE5UE on 2008-04-01
Season 3 is really good, and this is no exception. The second part of the Day of Black Sun is on this dvd. and that episode is pretty intense. and the episode after that is when Zuko is trying to make peace with Aang and the gang, so Zuko can teach Aang FireBending. Pretty cool if you ask me. i definitly reccomend it.
Zuko joins the Avatar
By A27X4DMHMAGZR3 on 2008-07-08
This DVD shows five episodes, including, Part 2 of the attack on the Fire Nation. The solar eclipse blocks the Firebenders' powers. The Water tribes and Earth Kingdom join forces during this window of opportunity to strike back at the Fire Lord.
Zuko finally comes around and joins the Avatar Team. Aang, Kitara, Sokka, Toph, are also joined by Haru, and couple of other characters from previous episodes. One great benefit to Zuko joining the team, the episode doesn't cut between two separate story lines.
Zuko's first problem is convincing Aang and company that he really has changed and wants to help the Avatar bring balance back to the world.
Aang accepts Zuko as his firebending teacher, only one problem, Zuko has lost his firebending power. He needs to find a new source, other than rage and anger, to fuel his power. Aang and Zuko go on a quest together to find the true source of Firebending power. (We also learn how Toph learned to be such a powerful Earthbender.)
The last two episodes on this DVD involve Zuko and Sokka. They have some dialog together talking about their ex girlfriends. Sokka is on a quest to rescue his Dad, a Waterbender, from a Fire Nation prison.
And, we finally find out what happened to Suki. The last we saw of her was on Appa's lost day.
The voice of Zuko, is played by Dante Brasco.
I recognized the voice of Sokka as the brother on Hannah Montanna. I can't remember his name, sorry.
The voice of Avatar Aang is Zack Eisen. I recognized his voice from the Antz movie.
The artwork in this anime is stunning. It's on par with movies like 'Spirited Away'.
I'm 44, a little out of the demographic, but I positively find myself enraptured by this series and am looking forward to the next Volume.
- For Avatar, the Plot Heats Up!
By A2FW9CW8LIOGA8 on 2008-05-07
I have to say, I'm a little disappointed with the creators of the show and Nickelodeon for not showing Western Air temple through Boiling Rock Part 2 yet. However, I learned what the plots for each of these episodes.
Western Air Temple: Zuko attempts to convince Aang to allow him to be his teacher.
Firebending Masters: When Zuko's firebending is gone, he and Aang go to the source.
Boiling Rock Parts 1,2: Team Avatar plans to raid the Fire Nation prison and help Suki and the other warriors escape.
This season really did get better very drastically aftr dismal episodes like The Beach and Nightmares ad Daydreams. Be prepared for Vol. 4 July 29. Hopefully the rest of the episodes will be shown by then.
- A slide from the pinnacle, but still great
By A172FVEA83DHOP on 2008-05-15
Sad to say, but the series has taken a downhill turn since the passing of the actor who voiced the character of uncle Iroh. Iroh's presence is just as irreplaceable in the series as I'm sure the actor's presence is in the life of his friends and family. But even with the gaping hole the absence of Iroh leaves, it's still one of the best shows on television. It's just not what it used to be. I suppose with one of the main actors gone, it can't be.
- I cannot wait to see what happens next!
By AV3A14B649PSZ on 2008-05-26
It has been a shamefully long time since new episodes of Avatar have been aired on American television. So long in fact, that this DVD contains unaired episodes. Unfortunately for me, instead of rationing the episodes out, I greedily watched all in one night. These episodes, while not always the strongest in dialogue, are strong in story and will change the series significantly in the future. I cannot wait to see what happens next!
However I would prefer that the network air them so I can have the prolonged enjoyment of week to week because being the Avatar addict that I am, if I end up buying new episodes before they air, I am going to watch them all in one night. Powers that be, quit hoarding the Avatar!
- Avatar Book 3 Volume 3
By A3OSTSLBS3WE0D on 2008-05-15
I watched the whole DVD already it was great I Like This series. I just wish they would show the newer episodes on TV.
- Excellent
By AOO822O029FOM on 2008-05-20
Avatar may not be age appropriate for my six year old niece but she is obsessed with it. She got hooked by watching it on Nickelodeon (sp?). She is so into Avatar that she got me hooked. It is well written, the characters are well developed.If I miss watching it with her, she loves to explain what happened in any given episode. To make sure that we don't miss anymore we have started purchasing the episodes on DVD.
- Avatar rocks!
By on 2008-05-20
I LOVE avatar, when this DVD came out i think everyone who watched it was pretty stunned cuz the episodes on here aren't suposed to air till july! And the chapters on here are awesome. A must have for any avatar fan.
- another great volume in the avatar series
By A3DT2PLEGLK8T5 on 2008-05-27
The whole family just can't get enough of Ang and the rest of the Avatar crew. This volume didn't disappoint us. It left us wanting more as it builds towards the final volume of this book. Great stories, excellent animation, and as always a good amount of humor.
- Great DVD!!
By A11DW72EB714P5 on 2008-05-28
Avatar the Last Airbender - Book 3 Fire, Vol. 3
Fantastic DVD, containing 4 episodes not yet aired in the US. I waited patiently for Nick to play them on tv, but alas, the DVD was released first and what an excellent choice that was!
Interactive guide, special features and most importantly, more Avatar!
- Avatar Rocks!
By A1U9DC97W6Z277 on 2008-05-28
My family and I have been following Aang and his friends since the beginning. We have all the DVDs. We love Avatar! This DVD is our favorite! We've watched it - and thoroughly enjoyed it - six times in three days! Especially since Nick has stopped playing Avatar on TV. It is so cool to see the never seen episodes on this DVD. We can't wait for the next DVD to be released!
- My children enjoy the Avatar series very much.
By A3THTW05PBK378 on 2008-05-31
My children enjoy the series very much, it is a very captivating story that makes them laugh and cry. I've heard only good comments from them about the series, they can't wait for the next DVD to arrive.
- daughters favorite
By A2ROILT9C14FNG on 2008-06-01
my daughter's favorite one of the series so far...she can't wait for the next one
- Avatar can do no wrong!
By A103ILT4IKON4K on 2008-06-03
I feel that just when I think the Avatar story can not get any better, it does. It just gets better and better. I can not wait till Book 3 Fire, Vol. 4 comes out. I can not wait for the last 6 chapters.
- Wonderful! As Avatar Should Be!
By A2RMRTII4BYYZK on 2008-06-04
This DvD has to be my favorite so far! Zuko is in ever episode!!!! It very good. I you love Avatar watch it!!
- A Must See
By A1RI3SN82ILG4R on 2008-06-09
My children and I love the series. We have all the DvD's. I enjoy the character interaction, and character development. There is well placed humor that everyone can laugh at. I recommend this for anyone that has kids a must for any DvD collection.
- Adults Are Kids Too!!!
By A1UQ30FFJFTFWI on 2008-06-12
I have all the DVDs in this series. This one continues on its journey of "good" fighting "evil".
- A wonderful series!
By AG41NQBBIOF89 on 2008-06-16
My 8 year old son is addicted to Avatar, which is fine with me, since I love it too!! It is an excellent series, very interesting with plenty of humor [Sokka is too funny!] and lessons learned by all.
I have already pre-ordered Vol. 4....I think I am more excited about its arrival than my son!!!
- Avatar is addictive....
By A1W5VFM9C7Z41L on 2008-06-16
Avatar is a great little series that my son (age 9) just loves. He watches it, so we watch it...before you know it, we were hooked too. Nice series, nice packaging, arrived three days earlier than promised. Plenty of time for the son's birthday.
- Greatest Cartoon Ever!
By A2RS4HKYPFG89K on 2008-06-19
This is such a great series...I don't know who likes it more...our son or my husband & I!!!! With all of the terrible cartoons out now, I am so glad there is a series with an actual storyline, where the characters don't use foul language and is wonderfully animated. Looking forward to Volume 4!!
- Avatar Book (Season) 3 Rocks
By A3CFIF6VLEYJRV on 2008-06-23
My entire family has been watching 2-3 episodes of Avatar everynight. It is great family fun for the summer, and as much as we all enjoy talking about the story, the character development and the choices they make take center stage. How to choose between good and evil, between your own interest and helping your friends (or strangers for that matter), between your feelings and your values: This is what sets Avatar apart from ordinary conventional cartoons. The end of "The Boiling Rock, Pt. 2" just blew us away.
That said, we are all screaming in agony over having to wait until the end of July to see how things turn out. In the meanwhile, we're going back to Book One and watch from the very beginning.
- It just keeps getting better!
By AXXJ46YQX571J on 2008-06-28
This DVD features The Day of Black Sun Part 2, and 4 unaired episodes. Characters come back, and new friends are made. These episodes are the best so far in season 3. The episodes are great, and the audio commentary is insightful and worth listening to. You should already have this if you call yourself an Avatar fan.
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