While the episode is highly rated for its tension and the tragic conclusion of Amon and Tarrlok's brotherly bond, it has faced some criticism: Legend of Korra: A Flawed Show for A Flawed World
: In a moment of absolute desperation to save Mako, Korra finally unlocks her dormant airbending abilities. This fulfills the season's thematic arc: her physical loss forced the spiritual growth she had resisted all season. The Legend of Korra Season 1 Episode 20
In the Season 1 finale , Korra faces her greatest fear as the Equalist revolution reaches its peak. While the episode is highly rated for its