Avatar: The Last Airbender has always been a beloved series, and part of the reason it's so adored has to do with its thoughtful diversity and inclusion. We see this in all the best female benders as well as how the various cultures of the benders are depicted. This is also seen in how disability is thoughtfully represented throughout the franchise, in both the OG series and its sequel show, The Legend of Korra. From Toph to Korra to Combustion Man and more, the series represents many characters living with disabilities and clearly shows how they sometimes make them more powerful, so let’s talk about it.
