The actor who gives life to the Lord of Fire Ozai advances important and more epic changes on the horizon
You thought you had already seen the most explosive of Avatar: the legend of Aang? Well, resist, because according to Daniel Dae Kim, The second season of Netflix’s real adaptation will focus on everything above … and it is not just a metaphor.
The actorwho plays the fearsome Lord of Fire OzaiHe dropped an interview on the red carpet of a New York Tisch gala that what arrives in season 2 is not alone biggerbut also Very different. And if this were not enough, they are already preparing to launch the third!
The legend of Aang
“Yes, it is very different. We have recorded much more outdoors and season 3, which we are about to start, is even larger than 2”Daniel Dae Kim has published, without anesthesia.
This advance not only confirms that the team is trampling the accelerator, but also provides clues on a turning point in the production approach: more filmed in real places, which it could contribute with a brutal visual wealth to the universe of AvatarWhich in his first season has already shown a quality well above the provisions for a true adaptation of the image.
The beginning of this new saga in flesh and blood He arrived on February 22, 2024, with a first season that even surprised the most skeptical. Although some fans of purist have launched criticism for some changes concerning the original anime, the series managed to earn the general favor thanks to a Remarkable respect for the essence of history Already a delivered cast.
Gordon Cormier It shines like Aang, the last air and avatar teacher of the cycle, accompanied by Sharentio Like Katara e Ian Ousley Like Sokka. Together they form that captivating trio which, although just out of the ice, it is clear that it must save the world from the domain of the feared empire of fire.
Ozai to the point of view
One of the most surprising details was the Inclusion of the Lord of Fire Ozai From the first moment, when in the animated series it appeared as a shadow until it is in history. This showrunner decision Albert Kim clarified from the beginning that this version of Avatar It is not a flat track of the original, but a reinterpretation in its own voice.
And seeing that Daniel Dae Kim himself suggests Each season will become more intenseIt would not be rare for us to see more scenes than Ozai earlier than expected, thus gaining narrative weight long before the final confrontation with Aang.
Special effects and patience, young main air
Although filming of season 2 are close to finishing, Netflix is still did not announce the date of the premiere. The reason? Since any fan of the genre can guess, this type of stories, full of magic, elementary powers and epic battles, requires a very worked postproduction.
From CGI to simulate the flexion (The manipulation of the elements), to impossible scenarios that must be built digitally, Each episode is a visual effects festival. So it’s time to arm yourself with patience … but the hype is already in the clouds.
What can we expect from season 2?
Although there are no official details on the plot, if the arch of the original continues, we could see the Tour of Earth KingdomHim Learning of water techniqueand the Deepen in the internal conflict of Zukoplayed by Dallas Liuwho has already captured the heart of many for his mixture of vulnerability and anger.
Furthermore, the fascinating Uncle Iroh (Paul Sun-Hyung Lee) promises to continue stealing scenes with his wisdom and humor. And be careful, with more outdoor scenes and a more present Ozai, we could see a more direct action among the leaders of the nations.
The fire just starts
With statements such as Daniel Dae Kim and the obvious ambition of the creative team, it is clear that Avatar: the legend of Aang It does not plan to be a simple adaptation. Aims to become a Epic Saga By the wayReady to make history in Netflix.
So if you liked the first lot of episodes, Go prepare the sofa, the popcorn … and the umbrella in case the balls rain. Because what comes promises to be great, different and spectacular.