Avatar: The Last Airbender (2003–2008): Season 1, Episode 4 - The Warriors of Kyoshi - full transcript

The gang flies to Kyoshi island, previously named for Avatar Kyoshi, one of Aang's past lives, with high hopes for some Koi surfing. Once getting there they meet the Kyoshi warriors, a small band of woman soldiers. When captured, Sokka's ego is severely damaged. In an attempt to heal it, he challenges the Kyoshi warriors and ends up learning more about fighting and developing a romance with the leader, Suki. Meanwhile, Aang is being adored by the town's female population. Katara seems annoyed but is only concerned for Aang's safety. When Zuko arrives on Kyoshi and begins to wreak havoc on the small island Aang makes the decision to leave, no longer endangering the lives of the people living there. Zuko follows.

Water.

Earth.

Fire.

Air.

Long ago, the four nations
lived together in harmony.

Then, everything changed when
the Fire Nation attacked.

Only the Avatar, master of all
four elements, could stop them.

But when the world needed
him most, he vanished.

A hundred years passed, and my brother
and I discovered the new Avatar...

an airbender named Aang.

And although his airbending
skills are great.



He has a lot to learn before
he's ready to save anyone.

But I believe Aang
can save the world.

Book One: Water
Chapter Four: The Warriors Of Kyoshi

The only reason you should be interrupting
me is if you have news about the Avatar.

Well, there is news, Prince Zuko, but you
might not like it. Don't get too upset.

Uncle, you taught me that keeping a
level head is a sign of a great leader.

Now whatever you have to say,
I'm sure that I can take it.

Okay, then... we have
no idea where he is.

What?!

You really should open
a window in here.

Give me the map!

Ah, There have been multiple
sightings of the Avatar...

but he is impossible
to track down.

How am I gonna find him, Uncle?



He is clearly a master
of evasive maneuvering.

You have no idea where
you're going, do you?

Well, I know
it's near water...

I guess we're
getting close then.

Momo, marbles please.

Hey Katara! Check out
this airbending trick!

That's great, Aang.

You didn't even look.

That's great!

But I'm not doing it now.

Stop bugging her, airhead. You need to give
girls space when they do their sewing.

What does me being a girl
have to do with sewing?

Simple, girls are better at
fixing pants than guys...

and guys are better at hunting and
fighting and stuff like that.

It's just the natural
order of things.

All done with your pants! And
look what a great job I did!

Wait! I was just kidding! I can't
wear these! Katara, please!

Relax, Sokka. Where we're going,
you won't need any pants!

We just made a pit
stop yesterday.

Shouldn't we get a little more
flying done before we camp out?

He's right. At this rate we won't
get to the North Pole until spring.

But Appa's tired already, aren't you boy?
I said, aren't you boy?

Yeah, that was real convincing. Still, hard
to argue with a ten ton magical monster.

Look!

That's why we're here...

elephant koi. And I'm going to ride it.
Katara, you've gotta watch me!

Cold!

He looks pretty good out there.

Are you kidding? The fish
is doing all the work.

No, Appa! Don't eat that!

Aww, man...

There's something in the water!

What's wrong?

Aang's in trouble. Aang!

Get out of there!

- Come back here! Aang!
- Aang

What was that thing?

I don't know.

Well, let's not stick around and find out.
Time to hit the road.

Or we could stay a while...

You three have some
explaining to do.

And if you don't answer
all our questions...

we're throwing you back in
the water with the unagi.

Show yourselves, cowards!

Who are you? Where are
the men who ambushed us?

There were no men.
We ambushed you.

Now tell us, who are you and
what are you doing here?

Wait a second, there's no way that
a bunch of girls took us down.

A bunch of girls, huh? The
unagi's gonna eat well tonight.

No, don't hurt him! He didn't mean it.
My brother is just an idiot sometimes.

It's my fault. I'm sorry we came here.
I wanted to ride the elephant koi.

How do we know you're
not Fire Nation spies?

Kyoshi stayed out of the war so far.
And we intend to keep it that way!

This island is named for Kyoshi?
I know Kyoshi!

Ha! How could you
possibly know her?

Avatar Kyoshi was born here four hundred
years ago. She's been dead for centuries.

I know her because
I'm the Avatar.

That's impossible!

The last Avatar was an airbender who
disappeared a hundred years ago.

That's me!

Throw the imposter to the unagi!

Aang... do some airbending...

It's true... you are the Avatar!

Now... check this out!

Did you hear the news?
The Avatar's on Kyoshi!

Huh?

The Avatar's on Kyoshi Island?

Uncle, ready the rhinos. He's not
getting away from me this time.

Are you going to finish that?

I was going to
save it for later!

All right! Dessert for breakfast! These
people sure know how to treat an Avatar!

Mmm... Katara you've
got to try these!

Well, maybe just a bite...

Sokka, what's your problem? Eat!

Not hungry.

But you're always hungry!

He's just upset because a bunch of
girls kicked his butt yesterday.

They snuck up on me!

Right. And then they
kicked your butt.

Sneak attacks don't count!

Tie me up with ropes! I'll show them a
thing or two. I'm not scared of any girls.

Who do they think they are anyway?
Mmm... this is tasty.

What's he so angry about? It's great here.
They're giving us the royal treatment.

Hey, don't get too comfortable. It's risky
for us to stay in one place for very long.

I'm sure we'll be fine. Besides, did you
see how happy I'm making this town?

They're even cleaning up
that statue in my honor!

Well, it's nice to see you
excited about being the Avatar.

I just hope it doesn't
all go to your head.

Come on, you know me better than that.
I'm just a simple monk.

Painting the Avatar...
that's easy enough...

Oh... there's another one... I'll
make an adjustment here, and...

There's more... what...

Sorry ladies! Didn't mean to
interrupt your dance lesson.

I was just looking for somewhere
to get a little workout?

Well, you're in the right place.

Sorry about yesterday. I didn't know
that you were friends with the Avatar.

It's all right. I mean,
normally I'd hold a grudge...

but seeing as you guys are a bunch
of girls, I'll make an exception.

I should hope so. A big strong man
like you? We wouldn't stand a chance.

True. But don't feel bad. After all,
I'm the best warrior in my village.

Wow! Best warrior, huh?
In your whole village?

Maybe you'd be kind enough to
give us a little demonstration.

Oh... well... I mean... I...

Come on, girls! Wouldn't you
like him to show us some moves?

Well, if that's what you want, I'd be happy
to. All right, you stand over there. Now.

This may be a little tough,
but try to block me.

Heh heh... good. Of course,
I was going easy on you.

Of course.

Let's see if you
can handle this!

That does it!

Anything else you
want to teach us?

There she is, girls.
Me in a past life.

You were pretty!

Excuse me for a second, ladies.

Oh, good! Can you help me carry this
back to the room? It's a little heavy.

Actually, I can't right now.

What do you mean you can't?

I promised the girls that I'd
give them a ride on Appa.

Why don't you come with us?
It'll be fun!

Watching you show off for a bunch
of girls does not sound like fun.

Well, neither does
carrying your basket.

It's not my basket. These
supplies are for our trip.

I told you, we have
to leave Kyoshi soon.

I don't want to
leave Kyoshi yet.

I can't put my finger on it, but there's
something I really like about this place.

What's taking you
so long, Aangy?

Aangy...

Just a second, Koko!

"Simple monk," huh?

I thought you promised me that this
Avatar stuff wouldn't go to your head.

It didn't. You
know what I think?

You just don't want to come
because you're jealous.

Jealous? Of what?

Jealous that we're having
so much fun without you.

That's ridiculous.

It is a little ridiculous,
but I understand.

Uh... hey, Suki.

Hoping for another dance lesson?

No... I... well, let me explain.

Spit it out! What do you want?

I would be honored if
you would teach me.

Even if I'm a girl?

I'm sorry if I insulted you earlier.
I was wrong.

We normally don't teach
outsiders, let alone boys.

Please make an exception.
I won't let you down.

All right. But you have to
follow all of our traditions.

Of course!

And I mean all of them.

Do I really have to wear this?
It feels a little... girly.

It's a warrior's uniform.
You should be proud.

The silk threads symbolizes the brave
blood that flows through our veins.

The gold insignia represents the
honor of the warrior's heart.

Bravery and honor.

Hey Sokka! Nice dress!

Katara, remember how the unagi
almost got me yesterday?

Yeah.

Well, I'm gonna go ride it now.
It's gonna be real dangerous.

Good for you.

You're not going to stop me?

Nope. Have fun.

I will.

Great.

I know it's great.

I'm glad you know.

I'm glad you're glad.

- Good!
- Fine!

You're not going to master it in one day.
Even I'm not that good.

I think I'm starting to get it.

It's not about strength.

Our technique is about using your
opponents' force against them. Loosen up.

Think of the fan as an
extension of your arm.

Wait for an opening and then...

I fell on purpose to
make you feel better!

I got you! Admit I got you!

Okay, it was a lucky shot. Let's
see if you can do it again.

What's taking so long?

I'm sure it will be
here any second!

Um... What about this?

Not that again. Boring.

Where's the unagi?
It's getting late.

Where're you going? Don't leave!

Sorry, Aang! Maybe next time.

Katara! You show up!

I wanted to make sure you were safe.
You really had me worried.

Back there you acted
like you didn't care.

I'm sorry.

Me too. I did let all that attention
go to my head. I was being a jerk.

Well, get out of the water before
you catch a cold, you big jerk!

On my way!

Hang on, Aang!

Aang...!

Zuko!

I want the Avatar alive.

Wake up, Aang!

Katara...

don't ride the unagi. Not fun.

Not bad.

Firebenders have landed on our shores!
Girls, come quickly!

Hey, I'm not a... oh, whatever!

Come out, Avatar! You can't
hide from me forever!

Find him.

I guess training's over.

Nice try, Avatar! But these
little girls can't save you.

Hey! Over here!

Finally!

Get inside.

Look what I brought
to this place.

It's not your fault.

Yes, it is. These people got their
town destroyed trying to protect me.

Then let's get out of here. Zuko
will leave Kyoshi to follow us.

I know it feels wrong to run,
but I think it's the only way.

I'll call Appa.

There's no time to say goodbye.

What about, "I'm sorry"?

For what?

I treated you like a girl when I should
have treated you like a warrior.

I am a warrior. But
I'm a girl, too.

Now get out of here!
We'll hold them off.

Appa, yip yip!

Back to the ship! Don't
lose sight of them!

I know it's hard, but you
did the right thing.

Zuko would have destroyed the
whole place if we had stayed.

They're going to be okay, Aang.

What are you doing?!

Thank you, Avatar.

I know, I know. That was
stupid and dangerous.

Yes, it was.