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[avaetar]

AVAETAR : ALL YOU HAVE IS YOUR PURPOSE. YOU MUST DECIDE YOUR FATE — WILL YOU FULFILL YOUR DUTIES OR BE WEIGHED DOWN BY THE WORLD YOU WERE BORN TO PROTECT?

an independent and selective AVATAR KORRA from THE LEGEND OF KORRA. A STUDY IN : the power of balance, the division between tradition and modernity, the profound impact of trauma, cycles of rebirth, the importance of wielding unfathomable power, a sound spirit, forgiveness, and the hard truth that not a single soul is who they once were — even if you wish it so.

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                                 AFFILIATED WITH *— @asaemi

[avaetar]

hi friends sorry for disappearing for a couple weeks !! the end of the school year is kicking my ass BUT the last day is this thursday so activity will pick up then :D

[avaetar]

"let's fish together soon," @ceruleanbender says, smiling as she shows off her latest catch.

" woah ... " korra draws out the word, " no way ! is that a rainbow-finned penguin fish ?! " she beams brightly, hopping closer and leaning in to get a better look at it, " where'd you even catch it ?! these are SUPER rare ! " she glances up at ila, " you have to take me ! i can totally make some time later this week. "

[avaetar]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KORRA

" THANKS ! " korra pauses and sticks her finger out, pointing at jet's hands, " looks like you're holding something... any chance that's a gift for me ... ? "

[spicynred]

happy 12 years korra <3

[kingwu]

It was a long day for the both of them and it was very clear how much of it got to the king as Wu unceremoniously collapsed into the nearest seat as soon as he was able to. His lanky legs draped over the armchair's arms as he draped his own royal arm over his eyes as he let out a frustrated groan. He was able to keep his composure the whole day — save for the weary that played at the edges of his smile and eyes as the hours went on — but it would've been hard to tell looking at the currently mess of limbs that royally decorated the seat. If he was still the same person he was before his coronation, he would've done a thorough inspection of the cushions before settling on top of them, but with everything he saw today — and everything else he's witnessed as he traveled around his kingdom — he could excuse some things, figuring that this lovely establishment the town had graced their esteemed visitors with was probably the best they could offer considering the state of everything else.

"'Work.' Yes. That's what this is," he said flatly, still covering his eyes with his forearm. Behind the darkness, images of the day of families still trying to find their displaced loved ones who were sent to Earth Empire Reeducation Camps, stories being shared about the return of bandits after aid was given by the Earth Empire Army, which resulted in more food shortages, especially as labor power was stolen away, yet there were still folks still in strong support for what Kuvira had promised them... the list definitely went on and on. A heavy sigh left him as he finally removed his arm and Wu just stared at the ceiling.

"It's... it's not a shock really. Not at this point," he answered as his gaze stayed fixed on a fine crack above him. "A lot can happen in three years and it's not like all that can be undone overnight; I'm sure you know this." Their time together dealing with Gaoling was more than enough proof of that. He didn't know Korra's whole story — just bits from what Mako had shared with him... and whatever he heard on the radio or read in the newspaper — but he was aware of how much she had already witnessed herself. As much as he'd like to have a gab session with The Avatar™ about her life story, now was not the time or place for it.

With a small grunt, he finally sat up properly, crossing one of his legs over the other as he pushed his silky bangs back before he leaned his chin on his hand and let out another sigh. "You know I do my best thinking in a sauna, but I highly doubt the bathroom here is going to even offer a proper steam. However, like any other city, I'm not going to force them to have an election; they have to decide that for themselves. Like, we can make a case for it, maybe find some folks that actually want find ways to fix this place. Find out what they need, how they want to do things... then see if other townfolks agree with them and want to go in those directions — like some sort of townhall situation.

"There's a lot of complaining going on, but I haven't been hearing any solutions. Maybe they just need a platform to get their voices heard. What about you? Your thoughts?"

[avaetar]

korra stifles a laugh, biting back a desire to ask him what else he thought this trip might be if not for work. as much as she enjoys the earth kingdom, if she were looking for a vacation she thinks she would go somewhere peaceful like ember island, or even just home. in so many ways, however, this has never felt like work to korra. being the avatar is her job, but it is also her life. it is not something she can leave at the door or hang up like a coat, it is all consuming — the price of her immense power.

she frowns, guilt stirring at the reminder of her absence. everyone close to her had been nothing but understanding. korra hadn't been ready to come back, she wouldn't have been helpful even if she had, but those three years will forever weigh on her. the world had needed an avatar, and for the first time in her life, she had needed to just be korra. " i know that better than most. " she replies, an edge of frustration in her tone, not towards the king, simply towards the truth of it.

it fades as soon as it appears, shifting her focus further away from the grudges she holds against herself and to the task at hand. " i think these people are scared. " she's come to learn that fear is the source of most conflict. " they're scared of not having a voice, of just one person having a voice, of the wrong people having a voice. this whole town seems... lost. " and it's up to them to help it find its way, but they can't do it completely for them, not entirely. if they do, as soon as they leave, everything falls apart again.

korra crosses her arms in thought, she's always been more skilled at solving problems she can punch, but she's trying to be better. she's learned a lot in the past three years — it's made her a better avatar. it's made her a better person. she hopes that can show. " i don't trust the councilman. " it's just ... a gut feeling that she has. korra can't explain it, but it feels like his enthusiasm is a show, a way of hiding some deeper truth. " you're right. they need a townhall, a platform for their voices to be heard, and they have to know there won't be consequences to sharing their ideas. " as long as no one has ideas that include hurting people.

" maybe tomorrow we interview a few people, just the two of us, no tour guide hanging around. try to get a feel for who would even be interested in being a voice for the people. "

[atealiers]

KORRA in s01E02 — A Leaf in the Wind

[avaetar]

"aang vs korra" this — "x is the stronger avatar" that ... anyways.... this would be aang and korra

[lisaminnci]

THE LEGEND OF KORRA 4x12 ➢ Day of the Colossus

[avaetar]

korra pokes around the small house, dropping her bag on the couch with a soft plop as she passes by, using a weak gust of air to soften its fall. " i think we've got our work cut out for us. " she murmurs once the door closes behind @kingwu, giving them both a nights reprieve of privacy away from the head councilman of the small town that'd spent the past few hours repeating to them every woe experienced since kuvira's reign.

" i haven't seen this much tension since unalaq attacked my home. " and that ended in a civil war. korra doesn't exactly want to be the cause of another. she leans against the wall, crossing one ankle over her other, " how are you feeling ? any of this turmoil come as a shock to you ? " she hadn't been sure what to expect herself, korra had known it would be bad, but she'd been hoping that it wouldn't be like a pack of polarbear dogs fighting for territory. unfortunately, her hopes had been denied. " do you think having elections any time soon is even possible here ? "

[asaemi]

*     it was always easy, listening to korra. somehow, even from the very beginning, she'd always had some sort of a way of holding her attention, keeping it, plucking it away from everyone else in a way asami had never been used to. never had there really been a time, before korra, where someone could pull her from her thoughts, from another conversation  —  but now, it just makes sense. her focus was always korra, and asami's learned to adapt to it. here, in the comfort of her home, it was safe and easy. gentle. there was no hardship, but the severity of the dream pulls a small frown to asami's lips.

"do you think   [  . . .  ]   raava was warning you, maybe ?  "   asami doesn't like talk like this. she doesn't like omens, visions, warnings. superstition spooks her. her fingers card leisurely through korra's hair, though despite the softness of her touch, asami's brow is furrowed in deep thought. concern creeps, too.   "  who brought you to her ? what does that mean ?  "   she is sleep - muddled, well - rested for the first time in a long time. it is not often that they spend an entire night together. it is less often that they have the morning like this.

asami doesn't want to leave. somehow, it always sort of feels like her fault that she has to, that work is so important, but  —   "  i do have to go to work.  "   she doesn't budge, though, save for the way she cups korra's cheek, easing some of the strain of her girlfriend looking up at her. she smiles, indulgent, gaze flickering to her window.   "  but my first meeting isn't until late morning  —  so i can stay just a little longer, i suppose.  "   she teases, thumb a soft brush against korra's chin.   "  i'm surprised you don't have anywhere to be. it's been hard catching you, lately.  "

[avaetar]

" it was definitely a warning. " korra just wishes it'd been a little more specific. she's not sure what all she's meant to glean from what she's been shown. " she's never done that before. " not like this. unease builds, if whatever is approaching is terrible enough for raava to sense a change in the balance, just what is it ? and how is korra going to stop it ? " i don't know if i know what it means. " she admits, creeping closer to asami. everything feels a little more secure when they're together, korra feels safe, even in the wake of restive prophetic visions.

she grows quiet, suddenly still, preparing to share the news she's been hoping would fail to come. " asami ... i have to leave republic city. " again. " in three days. i just found out yesterday. there are some airbenders who want to fully join the air nomads, in the fire nation and northern water tribe. tenzin thinks there's enough to fully expand to another one of the temples. but he can't spare more of the nomads, they're doing important work with the spirit portal here. "

it's exciting news and korra is ecstatic about it. this is everything she'd wanted when she first learned that airbending had returned. it is the rebirth of an entire nation, something that will likely be her life's work. but she hates leaving asami, especially when she has little idea of how long she'll be gone. " fire lord izumi wants to discuss the dangers of spirit vine energy while i'm visiting. " she sucks in a breath and fortifies herself for a negative reaction, " it could be a little before i can come back and see you. "

[avaetar]

DANCE :  for one muse to ask the other to dance at a party. || @asaemi

live jazz music floats through the air of the upper ring club, the sound of instruments carried across the floor with a steady whistling tune. a young woman with long dark hair sings sultry notes that fill the dance floor, creating a thrum of energy in the politicians as they knock elbows with the businessmen. korra feels out of place here, amongst only the highest of society — it all feels like a performance and as if every face she passes has a hidden game they're playing.

though she supposes her and asami are no different. they are not here for a simple date night, after all. rumors have spread of local triad bosses working with cabbage corp, with plans to plant spies in future industries. intel had told them that their meeting to discuss terms and payment was set for tonight — right here at the club.

asami, seemingly noticing korra's discomfort, loops her hand gently into korra's and takes a few steps back, tugging her closer to the dance floor. " dance with me ? " she asks, her eyes sparkling with warmth, her perfectly painted lips turned up in a smile. korra grins, padding happily along after her and sliding her hands onto asami's hips.

" was this whole plan just a way of getting me to dance with you ? " she muses playfully, tenderly swaying from side to side. korra's more a fighter than she is a dancer, but it feels a little like airbending : moving with the wind. she spins asami to the tune of the music and lowers her voice to a whisper, " notice anyone you recognize ? "

[sunfloowerlatte-art]

korrasami

[avaetar]

korra tugs loosely on the restraints, her arms forcibly outstretched by the chains they've put her in. she might have been uneasy were they made of platinum and impossible to metalbend, but no one here knows to take so many precautions with her. not yet. ❛ you are losing my interest, and that’s very dangerous. ❜ @fearbend says and korra smirks down at her, her lips curving into a bemused smile.

" you wanna know how i did it, don't you ? how i can bend more than one element. " azula is young. they all are. it's the one thing that's stood out to korra since xaishu sent her back in time. she'd always known how young aang and the others were, but it's impossible to ignore it when it's staring back at her. " i feel bad for you, y'know. having to deal with all of this, trying to prove yourself. believe it or not, i sorta know how it feels. "

her smile falls away, " but i can't let you win. " she jerks at the chains and they rattle dangerously, " you can't hold me here and i won't answer your questions. "

[avaetar]

RESTRICTED :  for both muses to sneak into someplace they’re not supposed to be. || @warriorled

everything about the world is different. she's heard stories, dozens of them, about what things had been like during aang's era, how the hundred year war had overtaken every single aspect of life. but korra never could have imagined what it was like, not until now — where she's seeing it for herself.

her head tilts upwards, gazing upon the imposing fire nation insignia plastered all over the refinery. it's one of many factories where the fire nation's battle vehicles are produced, and if they can shut it down ... it just might save a nearby earth kingdom village from a complete takeover. " where'd you get these ? " korra asks, shifting uncomfortably in the fire nation guard uniform. " do you just keep these on hand or something ? "

she plays with the headband, messing with it on the crown of her forehead and trying to get it perfectly straight. with no mirror, all she can do is hope that it's right. " okay, what's the plan ? we just go in and start blowing things up ? "

[avaetar]

Mun vs Muse!

tagged by: @bolinity tysm!! <3 tagging: @hookedswords, @ceruleanbender, @dmned, @sandamdin, @linghung, and you !!

[classsymemes]

a comprehensive list of scenarios

feel free to combine multiple prompts or add  “ + reverse ”  to switch roles !   for reference, the one sending in the prompt is the one committing the action.

1.  GUEST :  for one muse to offer the other a place to stay. 2.  STORM :  for both muses to find shelter from a severe storm. 3.  MEDIC :  for one muse to show up at the other’s doorstep injured. 4.  SURPRISE :  for one muse to come home and find the other already inside. 5.  TRIP :  for both muses to road trip or travel together. 6.  BABYSIT :  for one muse to help the other home while they’re drunk. 7.  INSOMNIA :  for one muse to find the other still awake at 3am. 8.  AMBUSH :  for both characters to come under attack by the same enemy. 9.  DANCE :  for one muse to ask the other to dance at a party. 10.  STRANDED :  for one muse to help the other who’s stranded on the road. 11.  SERVICE :  for one muse to cover the cost of something for the other. 12.  SAFEGUARD :  for one muse to save the other from being hit by a vehicle or from some other life-threatening event. 13.  DAZE :  for one muse to wake somewhere and find the other hovering over them. 14.  STOWAWAY :  for one muse to find the other hiding on the same ship. 15.  TAXI :  for both muses to share the same taxi ride. 16.  MAKEOVER :  for one muse to help the other with a new outfit or hairstyle. 17.  LIFEGUARD :  for one muse to rescue the other from drowning. 18.  DISASTER :  for both muses to work together to escape a fire, flood, or other disaster. 19.  TRANSIT :  for one muse to sit next to the other on a public transport. 20.  SPRAIN :  for one muse to carry the other after spraining their ankle. 21.  EMPLOY :  for one muse to be hired as the other’s bodyguard, tutor, assistant, etc. 22.  QUEST :  for one muse to help the other with a task in exchange for compensation. 23.  SOOTHE :  for one muse to calm the other during a panic attack. 24.  RECOVER :  for one muse to return the other’s lost belonging. 25.  UMBRELLA :  for one muse to share their umbrella with the other on a rainy day. 26.  HEAL :  for one muse to nurse the other back to health from a sickness or injury. 27.  NIGHTMARE :  for one muse to comfort the other after a nightmare. 28.  REUNION :  for one muse to run into the other again after a long time. 29.  PRIZE :  for one muse to win the other a prize at a carnival. 30.  NUDE :  for one muse to walk in on the other while they’re changing. 31.  BED :  for both muses to wake in the same bed, naked or fully clothed. 32.  TRAIL :  for one muse to notice the other has been following them. 33.  EVADE :  for one muse to pull the other into an alleyway to escape their pursuer. 34.  THIEF :  for one muse to confront the other after having something stolen by them. 35.  CAUGHT :  for one muse to walk in on the other singing / dancing. 36.  FESTIVE :  for both muses to decorate for a special occasion. 37.  PRESENT :  for one muse to give the other a  (birthday)  gift. 38.  WEARY :  for one muse to wake up after falling asleep on the other. 39.  CAPTIVE :  for one muse to hold the other against their will. 40.  SNAP :  for one muse to yell at or push the other out of frustration. 41.  SLEEPOVER :  for one muse to stay the night at the other’s place. 42.  TRESPASS :  for one muse to trespass on the other’s property. 43.  BREAK-IN :  for one muse to discover the other robbing their place. 44.  MERCY :  for both muses to come across an injured animal. 45.  UNKNOWN :  for both muses to wake and find themselves in a strange place. 46.  ACCOMPLICE :  for one muse to assist the other at the scene of a crime. 47.  ASTRAY :  for both muses to take a detour and lose their way. 48.  RELAX :  for both muses to share a hot tub or hot spring. 49.  MUSE :  for one muse to model for the other’s art project. 50.  ACCOMPANY :  for one muse to give the other an extra ticket to an event. 51.  SALVAGE :  for one muse to retrieve the other’s belongings from a thief. 52.  MEAL :  for both muses to prepare and share a meal together. 53.  CEMETERY :  for one muse to find the other at a gravestone. 54.  REFUGE :  for one muse to shelter the other from enemies. 55.  ARRANGED :  for both muses to date or marry out of convenience. 56.  FAVOR :  for one muse to owe the other a favor. 57.  VACATION :  for both muses to book the same hotel on vacation. 58.  DEFEND :  for one muse to save the other from one or multiple assailants. 59.  CATCH :  for one muse to return the other’s pet that escaped. 60.  RESTRICTED :  for both muses to sneak into someplace they’re not supposed to be.