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The Legend of Korra: Book Four: Balance

13 episodes Premiered Oct 3, 2014 Updated Oct 7, 2026

Book Four of The Legend of Korra picks up three years after the events of the previous season. The narrative follows Avatar Korra, who is described as broken and bruised, as she embarks on a personal journey of self-discovery and survival. During this time, the Earth Kingdom faces a significant threat from an aggressive and power-hungry military force led by Kuvira. As this force rises and begins to prey upon the wea

Previously on The Legend of Korra

Season 4 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 on a quest to become a fully realized Avatar.
  • ⚡ The Avatar is responsible for mastering all four elements to maintain balance in the world.
  • ⚡ Korra is tasked with keeping Republic City safe from evil forces in both the physical and spiritual worlds.
  • ⚡ The series explores the Avatar's ongoing struggle to find balance within herself while challenging traditional expectations.
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Season overview

Book Four of The Legend of Korra picks up three years after the events of the previous season. The narrative follows Avatar Korra, who is described as broken and bruised, as she embarks on a personal journey of self-discovery and survival. During this time, the Earth Kingdom faces a significant threat from an aggressive and power-hungry military force led by Kuvira. As this force rises and begins to prey upon the weak, the stability of the Earth Kingdom is placed in jeopardy. The season centers on the necessity of the Avatar to restore order and address the growing conflict. Throughout this journey, Korra continues her struggle to find balance within herself while navigating a world where the strong exploit those with less power. The fate of the Earth Kingdom hangs in the balance, requiring the Avatar to intervene and set things right. This season continues the overarching story of the Avatar, a headstrong and rebellious figure who challenges tradition in her quest to become a fully realized master of all four elements, tasked with protecting the world from various forces.

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Season 4 Episodes

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S4·E1 Mytharc

After All These Years

Oct 3, 2014 · 23 min

It's been three years since Zaheer poisoned Korra and the members of Team Avatar have moved on with their lives; Kai and Opal help a struggling Earth Kingdom town.

S4·E2 Core

Korra Alone

Oct 10, 2014 · 23 min

Korra's three-year journey of healing takes her to unexpected places.

S4·E3 Core

The Coronation

Oct 17, 2014 · 23 min

Prince Wu's big day is ruined by Kuvira; Korra thinks she may have found the key to a full recovery.

S4·E4 Core

The Calling

Oct 24, 2014 · 23 min

While the young airbenders look far and wide for Korra, Ikki is briefly captured by two Earth Empire soldiers. Based on what they say, Ikki leads the trio to the swamp. There, Korr

S4·E5 Core

Enemy at the Gates

Oct 31, 2014 · 23 min

Kuvira threatens Zaofu; Bolin is caught in the middle of the bad blood between Su Beifong and Kuvira.

S4·E6 Core

The Battle of Zaofu

Nov 7, 2014 · 23 min

Korra returns to her role as the Avatar, but is she really ready for action? Bolin and Varrick break from Kuvira's army.

S4·E7 Core

Reunion

Nov 14, 2014 · 23 min

Korra returns to Republic City and Team Avatar faces their first mission together in three years when Prince Wu goes missing; Bolin and Varrick are on the lam.

S4·E8 Filler

Remembrances

Nov 21, 2014 · 23 min

In a clip show episode, Mako, Korra, and Bolin recollect their past. Mako tells Wu about his romantic entanglements and eventual breakup with Asami and Korra. Korra talks to Asami

S4·E9 Core

Beyond the Wilds

Nov 28, 2014 · 23 min

The spirit vines in Republic City start abducting people and it's up to Korra to figure out why.

S4·E10 Core

Operation Beifong

Dec 5, 2014 · 23 min

Bolin helps Opal and Lin save the Beifongs from Kuvira. Korra visits the Spirit World looking for help.

S4·E11 Core

Kuvira's Gambit

Dec 12, 2014 · 23 min

Korra and Team Avatar try to stop Kuvira from moving against Republic City; Kuvira unveils a deadly new weapon.

S4·E12 Mytharc

Day of the Colossus

Dec 18, 2014 · 23 min

Team Avatar clashes with Kuvira on the streets of Republic City; Pema and Prince Wu help evacuate innocent citizens.

S4·E13 Mytharc

The Last Stand

Dec 18, 2014 · 23 min

The fate of the Earth Kingdom and the Avatar's life is at stake, when Korra comes face to face with Kuvira.

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