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The Legend of Korra: Book Three: Change

13 episodes Premiered Jun 27, 2014 Updated Oct 7, 2026

Set two weeks following the conclusion of the second season, the third book of The Legend of Korra follows the Avatar as she navigates the aftermath of previous events. Korra discovers that new airbenders are appearing throughout the Earth Kingdom, prompting her to embark on a mission to locate these individuals and work toward the restoration of the Air Nation. As Korra focuses on this goal, her efforts are complica

Previously on The Legend of Korra

Season 3 Lore Primer

Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.

  • ⚡ Korra is a headstrong and rebellious young woman currently on a quest to become a fully realized Avatar.
  • ⚡ The Avatar is the only individual capable of mastering all four elements to maintain world balance.
  • ⚡ Korra is tasked with protecting Republic City from threats emerging from both the physical and spiritual worlds.
  • ⚡ The series follows the Avatar's ongoing struggle to find internal balance while challenging traditional expectations.
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Season overview

Set two weeks following the conclusion of the second season, the third book of The Legend of Korra follows the Avatar as she navigates the aftermath of previous events. Korra discovers that new airbenders are appearing throughout the Earth Kingdom, prompting her to embark on a mission to locate these individuals and work toward the restoration of the Air Nation. As Korra focuses on this goal, her efforts are complicated by the emergence of a group of dangerous criminals who have initiated a mission of their own. The narrative continues to explore the challenges faced by Korra, a headstrong and rebellious young woman who strives to master all four elements while seeking balance within herself. As the Avatar, she remains dedicated to protecting Republic City from threats originating in both the physical and spiritual worlds. This season highlights her ongoing quest to become a fully realized Avatar while she contends with the shifting dynamics of the world and the specific objectives of her adversaries. The story serves as a continuation of the series created by Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko, which focuses on the Avatar's role in maintaining order and safety.

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Season 3 Episodes

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S3·E1 Mytharc

A Breath of Fresh Air

Jun 27, 2014 · 23 min

After the events of Harmonic Convergence, Korra has her hands full with trying to remove all the spirit vines that have overgrown Republic City. Her lack of success strains her rel

S3·E2 Core

Rebirth

Jun 27, 2014 · 23 min

Tenzin, Jinora, and Team Avatar travel toward Ba Sing Se in order to find the new airbenders. Stopping at various villages along the way, they hope to recruit them in order to rebu

S3·E3 Core

The Earth Queen

Jun 27, 2014 · 23 min

Team Avatar arrives in Ba Sing Se. While Korra has an audience with the Earth Queen, the others notice that Kai has gone missing, prompting Mako and Bolin to go look for him. They

S3·E4 Core

In Harm's Way

Jul 11, 2014 · 23 min

Lord Zuko, Tonraq, Desna, and Eska try to prevent Zaheer from freeing the last prisoner, P'Li, while Korra discovers that the Earth Queen is forcing all the airbenders in Ba Sing S

S3·E5 Core

The Metal Clan

Jul 11, 2014 · 23 min

Korra's quest leads her and her friends to the metal city of Zaofu.

S3·E6 Core

Old Wounds

Jul 18, 2014 · 23 min

Per Su's suggestion, Korra begins to learn metalbending. Opal admits her reluctance to leave Zaofu due to her obligations to her family while Bolin deals with his fear of learning

S3·E7 Core

Original Airbenders

Jul 18, 2014 · 23 min

Despite Bumi's bad attitude, Tenzin attempts to train the new members of the Air Nation with little success. Things become more complicated for the airbending master as Jinora, wit

S3·E8 Core

The Terror Within

Jul 25, 2014 · 23 min

Zaheer and his gang try to kidnap Korra.

S3·E9 Core

The Stakeout

Aug 1, 2014 · 23 min

Korra learns the truth about the group that is planning to destroy her.

S3·E10 Core

Long Live the Queen

Aug 8, 2014 · 23 min

Korra and Asami are stranded in the desert. The members of The Red Lotus negotiate with the Earth Queen.

S3·E11 Core

The Ultimatum

Aug 15, 2014 · 23 min

Mako and Bolin deliver an ominous message from Zaheer.

S3·E12 Mytharc

Enter the Void

Aug 22, 2014 · 23 min

When other plans fail, Korra suggests a brave idea to take on the Red Lotus and save the Air Nation.

S3·E13 Mytharc

Venom of the Red Lotus

Aug 22, 2014 · 23 min

Korra battles Zaheer, while Bolin and Mako duel Ghazan and Ming-Hua. The captive members of the Air Nation escape and band together to help Korra.

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