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Korra’s Chase Through Republic City – “Avatar: The Legend Of Korra”

Nickutopia Staff — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 18:31:46 +0000

Still no release date for Nickelodeon’s “Avatar: The Legend of Korra.” But, there is this awesome chase scene featuring a great look at Republic City, the show’s soundtrack and feel, comedy, and Korra and Naga kicking butt.

How excited are you for “Legend of Korra” to premieres?

The Track Team Talk Music And Tone Of “Avatar: The Legend Of Korra”

Nickutopia Staff — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 18:41:33 +0000

Composers Jeremy Zuckerman and Benjamin Wynn, also known as The Track Team (Avatar: The Last Airbender, Avatar: The Legend of Korra), recently spoke with Comic Book Movie about the upcoming Nickelodeon series “Avatar: The Legend of Korra.” When asked about the tone of the new series, they explained:

The tone of the story is much different now and the characters are older and more mature and they’re even drawn differently, you know. They’re drawn more realistically. The setting is different, well I can’t talk about it much, but the setting is different. With all these factors, the tone is much more mature, the result is the music is much different. We wanted to explore the instruments a little more deeply. So what we did is, the music is a little more sparse so that you can hear the actual performance of the instruments a little bit more and you can hear the details a bit more and we could go a little bit deeper with that kind of thing.

We can’t wait to see the show! How about you?

New “Avatar: The Legend Of Korra” Clips – Incredible Animation, Fighting, & More

Nickutopia Staff — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 18:29:37 +0000

Check out some more sneak peeks of Nickelodeon’s “Avatar: The Legend of Korra” below, giving a good look at the animation, incredible action, and Naga the polar bear dog. Still no word on a release date (outside of being released this year), but hopefully soon!

How pumped are you for “Legend of Korra?”

Korra Kicks Butt In New “Legend Of Kora” Sneak Peek

Nickutopia Staff — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 15:04:34 +0000

Check out the newest sneak peek of “Avatar: The Legend Of Korra” below to get a look at the modernized world and amazing action. Are you pumped for “Korra?”

First Look: “Avatar: The Legend Of Korra” & “Robot & Monster” Coming 2012

Nickutopia Staff — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 19:59:28 +0000

Check out the new 2012 Nicktoons promo below, which features clips from “Kung Fu Panda: Legends of Awesomeness,” the new CGI “Winx Club,” the brand new series “Robot & Monster,” and the highly-anticipated “Avatar: The Legend of Korra.” While some of the “Korra” animation in the promo is not complete (compared to the trailer below and leaked clips here), it still shows some great action to come.

“The Last Airbender” Creators Talk Transition To “Legend Of Korra” – New Graphic Novel

Nickutopia Staff — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 18:12:32 +0000

Dark Horse Comics recently spoke with “Avatar: The Last Airbender” creators Michael Dante Dimartino and Bryan Konietzko about the upcoming graphic novels and how they will help transition fans to the world of “Legend of Korra.”

When asked about the upcoming graphic novels, Michael answered:

We figured out a lot of the big events that needed to occur in order for the events in “Legend of Korra” to make sense. We wanted to have a more urban, technological setting and explore the theme of tradition vs. modernity. And since the story takes place 70 years after the original series, we wanted to show how the world had changed over time. This naturally led us to the setting of Republic City, a melting pot for all the world’s benders and non-benders, sort of what New York City was like in the 1920s and 30s. The graphic novels do a great job of showing where the seeds of Republic City begin and will continue to explore Aang and Zuko’s part in creating it.

And when asked what other stories from the universe they’d like to tell, Michael answered:

We know the fans are dying to know what happened to Zuko’s mom, so hopefully we will have an answer for them in the near future. And yes, we have ideas for the past and future of the Avatar world, but at this point it’s too early to talk about anything concrete. The Avatar universe is vast and full of stories to be told!

The graphic novel “Avatar: The Last Airbender Volume 1 — The Promise Part 1″ comes out January 25. Do you plan on picking up a copy?

“Legend Of Korra” 2012 Release Confirmed By Nickelodeon

Nickutopia Staff — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 16:40:20 +0000

No, unfortunately there’s still no release month and day for Nickelodeon’s “The Last Airbender: Legend of Korra,” but Nickelodeon’s own Twitter account has confirmed that the show will premiere in 2012! Fans have been contacting Nickelodeon for some time now wondering when the show would premiere, and yesterday, Nickelodeon gave a firm answer:

@owldee asked:

Any chance you know more specifics on Korra’s release? Fall 2012?

And @NickelodeonTV answered:

The official date hasn’t been announced yet, all I can say is 2012 :X

@cerezsis asked:

Where’s Korra?

@NickelodeonTV:

You’re pretty persistent. It’s on schedule to start airing this year. No set date yet

Great news! We will keep you posted when a specific date is announced, but it’s good to know fans won’t have to wait until 2013.

Are you excited?

Nickutopia Awards #7 – Best Of Nickelodeon In 2012

Nickutopia Staff — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 13:59:24 +0000

You can check out all of the Nickutopia Awards polls here.

Farewell 2011, hello 2012! On the last day of the year, we’re asking what you are most excited for in 2012. Are you more pumped for “How to Rock,” “House of Anubis” season 2, “Victorious” season 3, new episodes of “iCarly,” or “The Last Airbender: Legend of Korra?”

Let us know below and have a great New Years!

Take Our Poll

UPDATE – No need to cross our fingers. Nickelodeon has confirmed that “Legend of Korra” will premiere in 2012!

“Legend Of Korra” Expected In Fall 2012 According To Dutch Press Release?

Nickutopia Staff — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 15:53:06 +0000

Here’s some interesting news. According to a recent press release on MTV Networks’ Dutch website, we might be seeing Nickelodeon’s “The Last Airbender: Legend of Korra” as soon as the fall of 2012. The translated release states:

In 2012 there are already lots of new series in the pipeline. … In the fall are “Legends of Korra”, a spinoff of the hit series Avatar, and “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles”, a remake of the same name and original animation series from 1988, on the program.

While this in no way confirms the American release, it looks like a very strong possibility. We would expect the English version to come out at least at the same time as the others.

What do you think, would you be happy to see “Legend of Korra” in the fall? And how about the new “Ninja Turtles” (which is set to premiere as early as February in the US)?

When Can We Expect A “Legend Of Korra” Release Date?

Nickutopia Staff — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 18:23:05 +0000

Nickelodeon’s “The Last Airbender: Legend of Korra” was originally set for an October 2011 premiere, but was pushed back for an additional 14 episodes to be made, bring the upcoming series to 26 episodes. The show’s first trailer premiered online back in July and this month the opening titles were leaked online and quickly pulled down – only helping to spark interest in the show.

Now, with 2012 just around the corner, fans are anxiously awaiting an announcement from Nickelodeon regarding the official release date. Will the show premiere mid 2012? Or as far back as 2013?

Fans on tumblr have even started sending Nickelodeon messages in its website’s “Report A Concern” form – joking that they are concerned for their own health if they do not hear a release date soon, hoping to spur some reaction from Nick.

It is possible that a trailer/promo will air during Nickelodeon’s “Best Week on TV,” which airs from December 26 to the 31 and promises to give special looks shows like “How To Rock” and “House of Anubis” season 2 that will premiere in 2012. If not, Nickelodeon might have a few concerned fans.

What do you think? Even if the show does get a release date as late as 2013, do you want to know about it now?

Which would you rather see: a release date or more footage?

First Look At “Legend Of Korra” Opening Sequence, Trailer – “The Last Airbender”

Nickutopia Staff — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 18:09:17 +0000

Excited for the “The Last Airbender” miniseries “Legend of Korra” to premiere next year on Nickelodeon? The show’s new opening sequence found its way online yesterday and look unbelievable! Check it out below.

How many episodes will the series have? How long after the original series does it take place? And what forces is Korra up against? Read all about “Legend of Korra” here.

Nicktoons 24 Hour Marathons Beginning August 29, 2011

Nickutopia Staff — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 16:29:38 +0000

Nicktoons is airing a bunch of 24 hour marathons beginning on August 29th! Here is a list of the shows that there will be marathons for:

- Monday, August 29 (6am-6am ET) – The Fairly OddParents
- Tuesday, August 30 (6am-6am ET) – Iron Man: Armored Adventures
- Wednesday, August 31 (6am-6am ET) – Fanboy & Chum Chum
- Thursday, September 1 (6am-6am ET) – Invader ZIM
- Friday, September 2 (6am-6am ET) – Dragon Ball Z Kai
- Saturday, September 3 (6am-6am ET) – Planet Sheen and Jimmy Neutron
- Sunday, September 4 (6am-6am ET) – Avatar: The Last Airbender

We’re most excited for “The Fairy OddParents” and “Invader Zim”! What about you?

“The Last Airbender: Legend of Korra” Trailer And New Information Revealed

Nickutopia Staff — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 14:59:45 +0000

This weekend at Comic-Con International, Nickelodeon unveiled the new trailer for the upcoming “The Last Airbender” miniseries “Legend of Korra” as well as new information on the series. “Legend of Korra” will premiere on Nickelodeon in 2012 with two seasons – 12 episodes in the first and 14 in the second.

Picking up 70 years after the original series, Korra of the water tribe has become the new Avatar. If Aang was the last airbender, how will be able to teach Korra airbending? Tenzin, Aang and Katara’s son, may hold the answer.

Korra’s companions are Mako (firebender) and Bolin (earthbender) – brothers from United Republic, “a city founded by Aang and Zuko meant to be a multicultural metropolis where people from all the Tribes live together.”

The Revolution, chi-blockers (anti-benders), stand in between Korra and her destiny. Also against her are the Metalbender Cops, led by Toph’s daughter – the sheriff of Republic City.

This looks amazing! How excited are you to see “Legend of Korra?”

Nickelodeon Park Opens In Blackpool, England

Nickutopia Staff — Fri, 20 May 2011 22:45:12 +0000

Yesterday, the theme park Blackpool Pleasure Beach in Blackpool, England, unveiled its newest addition: Nickelodeon Land. None other than David Hasselhoff (The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie) was on hand to open the six-acre park.

With a family-friendly atmosphere, the park includes rides like Rugrats Lost River Ride, the Nickelodeon Streak roller coaster, and the Avatar Airbender.

We’re very excited about the new park and hope we get a chance to visit it! How about you?

Razzie Awards: Nicola Peltz Nominated For Worst Supporting Actress

Nickutopia Staff — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 17:48:31 +0000

Aww! Actress Nicola Peltz was nominated in the Razzie Awards category Worst Supporting Actress for her role in the movie “The Last Airbender.” This is in addition to “The Last Airbender” being nominated for a Razzie for Worst Picture – yikes!

Here are the nominees in the Worst Supporting Actress category:

- Jessica Alba: “The Killer Inside Me,” “Little Fockers,” “Machete,” and “Valentine’s Day”
- Cher: “Burlesque”
- Liza Minnelli: “Sex & The City 2″
- Nicola Peltz: “The Last Airbender”
- Barbara Steisand: “Little Fockers”

Which actress do you think should take home the award?

“The Last Airbender” Nominated For 2011 Worst Movie Razzie Award

Nickutopia Staff — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 16:18:11 +0000

Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon Movies’ flick “The Last Airbender” was nominated for a 2011 Razzie Award for Worst Movie – yikes! Below is a list of all of the nominees in the category:

- “Twilight Saga: Eclipse”
- “The Last Airbender”
- “The Bounty Hunter”
- “Sex & The City 2″
- “Vampires Suck”

Which movie do you think should take home the award?

“Avatar: The Last Airbender” Book 2

Nickutopia Staff — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 17:33:54 +0000

A new book is available on Amazon titled “Avatar: The Last Airbender” Book 2. Here is the description of the sequel novel:

“Aang must face his destiny as he fights for the Water Tribe’s safety—and his life. But even with the help of Katara, Sokka, and his flying bison, Appa, will he be able to escape Zuko’s deadly clutches?

The journey through the war-torn world continues, as Aang searches to find a master to teach him waterbending—the first step to becoming the Avatar!”

Let us know if you pick up the book to add to your collection! And don’t forget that the “Avatar: The Last Airbender” movie is coming to Blu-ray and DVD this November!