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"Unlike your predecessors, you've sought out the Fire Sages seeking spiritual enlightenment and balance. Perhaps this is a result of your time spent with the Avatar?"

Katara gaped, unsure how to respond. Shyu continued talking, so it seemed an answer was un-needed.

"During your sabbatical, you will segregate yourself from the material world. Only through intense meditation can you hope to commune with Agni, thus becoming worthy to act as a spiritual leader to Agni's people."

"Spiritual leader?"

"It's believed that Agni looks into the hearts of firebenders, blessing the fiercest with extraordinary gifts. From those, Fire Lords are chosen."