Korra facts for kids

Avatar Korra is the main character in the animated TV show The Legend of Korra. This show is a sequel to Avatar: The Last Airbender. Korra is the current Avatar, a special person who connects the human world with the spirit world. She is the next Avatar after Avatar Aang.

Korra was created by Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko. The voice of Korra is provided by Janet Varney.

Who is the Avatar?

The Avatar is a unique person who can control all four elements: water, earth, fire, and air. They are also responsible for keeping peace and balance in the world. The Avatar is reborn into a new body after the previous one passes away. This means Korra carries on the legacy of all past Avatars, including Aang.

Korra's Powers and Abilities

Korra is a very powerful Avatar. She was born in the Southern Water Tribe and quickly learned to control water, earth, and fire. Learning airbending was more challenging for her.

Elemental Bending

• Waterbending: Korra can control water in many ways. She can use it for fighting or even for healing.
• Earthbending: She can move and shape earth and rocks. She also learns to bend metal, which is a rare skill.
• Firebending: Korra can create and control fire. This is often used for powerful attacks.
• Airbending: This element was the hardest for her to master. Airbending focuses on defense and movement.

Spirit World Connection

As the Avatar, Korra can enter the Spirit World. This is a mystical place where spirits live. She often goes there to solve problems or seek guidance. She also learns to connect with past Avatars for wisdom.

Korra's Journey

Korra's story is about her journey to become a fully realized Avatar. She faces many challenges and learns important lessons. She deals with different groups who want to change the world.

Early Life and Training

Korra showed her bending abilities at a very young age. She trained hard to master water, earth, and firebending. Her journey to Republic City began when she needed to learn airbending from Aang's son, Tenzin.

Facing New Threats

Throughout the series, Korra faces many different villains. Each villain has a unique goal that challenges the balance of the world. Korra must use her bending skills and her wisdom to defeat them. She also learns to grow as a person and as the Avatar.

Images for kids

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  Janet Varney provides the voice for Korra.

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  Korra firebending.

See also

In Spanish: Korra para niños