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Many insiders and critics allege that the planned adaptation shifts away from the show's original lore. Rumors point toward a modern high school setting, with characters like Aang portrayed as a typical teenager rather than the rebellious, anti-establishment hero of the original series.
There is speculation that the adaptation will introduce updated tropes such as TikTok accounts for Sokka or a depiction of Aang as a happy-go-lucky, well-adjusted kid learning about his powers — a stark contrast to the original's focus on struggle, destiny, and overcoming adversity.