Julz`s Legend of Korra 2x04 "Civil Wars Part 2" Review

This episode really feels as though the series has gotten the series on track, which is a relief since it felt as though the show was meandering. However that is the price you pay for introducing new characters.And in return we get long overdue action and things get shaken up even more. 

While Unalak`s motivations were predictable form the start and very weak, it is good to have them out now. And the series progresses in plot.

And thus forcing Korra to break her neutrality and take action, even though said action does seem a bit rash however civility and neutrality don`t seem to be cutting out for Korra. Giving her some needed development as the avatar.

The Avatar can`t stand idly by as injustices occur you know, especially when loved ones are involved. So being rash is ok for Korra given the situation, as questionable as her methods are.

Bolin`s comic relief with Eska was funny at first however at this point it has served its purpose and become dry. Seeing as how Bolin is completely been drained of all sense of manlyhood.

However that does not mean that the comic relief is gone from the show

.Varrick the salesman/platypus-bear was able to save the comedic aspect of the show with a trick that was unsightly at first but suddenly became funny the second time around. Varrick may possibly be this seasons equivalent of Sokka.

And although the twins may be as creepy as all can be, Eska, in her marriage proposal of death to Bolin, seems to show traits of that of both Mai and Azula. Mai board persona and Azula`s sadistic nature.  Now remember that as that will be important later.

Now while it may be possible that the writers are possibly secret bronie fans given the names of Ikki`s bison friends, it is very nice to see Tenzin and his daughter bond with these baby flying beasts. As they realize that while their relationship with their siblings may not be perfect they are still there for each other. This subplot really brings up a lot of sentimentality for Tenzin`s family and is totally relatable. The baby bison were just the added bonus to an already adorable and touching subplot. 

Ever since season 2 started there was a longing our other main cast ( Mako, Bolin, and Asami) to do more than just stand around or be comic relief.  So it was very refreshing to see them all in action again. Since this episode was able to pick things up, it is very possibly they`ll get more of the spotlight. 

And while things do end on a good note for both Tenzin and Korra`s families.....

.....yeah remember when I said Eska was gonna be important later?

Bolin can`t catch a break. Eska has officially become nightmare fuel. Let`s just hope Bolin will make it out alive next episode.