Earth
Fire
Air
Water
Only the Dual Avatars master of all four elements can bring balance to the world.
Book II: Spirits
Chapter XI: Light in the Darkness
Ms. Nami rushes outside writing down everything that she is seeing, so far nothing worth while other than the spirit lights. She continues to jot down and draw what she sees, but also enjoying the view, she sees out of nowhere a bright and it crashes down, the woman drops her pin as she sees the monstrosity. She screams in horror, she scrambles to go back to her house. "I̴t̸'̵s̸ ̸t̸i̸m̵e̵ ̶t̵o̸ ̸t̸a̶k̷e̵ ̴b̷a̷c̵k̶ ̶t̶h̷e̴ ̵p̸h̸y̴s̶i̶c̸a̷l̵ ̸w̸o̴r̶l̴d̷.̵ ̵" (It's time to take back the physical world.)
General Iroh watches from his ship, his eyes widen as the monstrosity walks to the mainland. "Fire, fire everything! Destroy this creature!" The United Forces firebenders attack it with all the fire power they have, but it proves fruitless.
It waterbends a wall to stop the blasts, before sending the wave toward the battleships, scattering them. The monstrosity wraps his tendrils around the statue of Aang, before it throws it into the sea.
Tenzin walks up to unconscious Wan and Korra casting a shadow over them, "They're over here!" Tenzin kneels by the dual avatars' side while his siblings run in from either side to tend to Mako and Bolin.
Kya uses the back of her hand to touch their foreheads, "They're gonna be alright. But I need to get them into some spirit water. Right away."
The three carry the group with one more trip to get Bolin, and put them all in a nearby stream, Kya begins to heal them, a stream of illuminated water passes over them. After a few moments the four gasp as they shoot forward, Tenzin sighs a breath of relief, "Thank goodness you're all okay."
"Did you find Jinora?' Wan asks, getting up, "Yes, but she says the world was in danger." Tenzin says, "She was right." Wan and Korra sit down, Wan's gaze is on the Tree of Time.
"Were both of you able to stop Unalaq and Vaatu?" Tenzin asks, the Airbender hopes for good news; however, once he hears Wan's raw painful laugh he knows that something's wrong. "Vaatu, fused with Unalaq," Korra answers, Wan looks at the team, with a flicker of anger in his deep copper gaze.
"D-Don't you get it? Vaatu won, He killed Raava! And she won't come back for another ten thousand years!" Tenzin's heart goes up to his throat, he holds his breath for a moment. His eyes widen like saucers as he speaks the most unbearable words of doom. "If that's true, then-"
"No. I am too young to live through ten thousand years of darkness!" Bolin panics.
Wan and Korra's tears run down to their cheeks. Wan hugs himself as he sobs. "The Avatar cycle is over, Vaatu's Era has begun." Wan announces. "We're so sorry Tenzin..." Kya's hand rests on Tenzin's shoulder as he sees the Avatars break down at their defeat.
"They need you, more than ever." Kya says, Tenzin approaches the Dual Avatars and kneels to their level. "Let go of your attachment to who you think you are, and connect with your inner spirits." Wan spins towards Tenzin, "Haven't you heard what I said?! Raava is gone. It's over."
"I'm not talking about Raava. Raava is not who you both are." Tenzin says, then he sighs, "Come, I want to show you both something." Tenzin paces onwards not wasting a second of time, Wan and Korra glance at each other, both of them sigh and follow. He stops at the Tree of Time, its roots seem to keep the spirit world itself intact.
"Why are you showing us Vaatu's prison?" Korra asks as her eyes gaze upon its thick trunk in the middle, a void that looks much like a hollow eye.
"Because this tree had a history long before it held Vaatu. This is the Tree of Time. And the legends say its roots bind the spirit and physical worlds together."
Wan is in shock and awe, he wasn't aware that this was the Tree of Time. "So, you think this will help us?" Wan asks. "Yes. I have read that long ago, the ancients would meditate beneath this tree and connect with the great cosmic energy of the universe. Sometimes even binding souls together for a short amount of time" With that Tenzin lifts himself up with a gust of air, Korra follows. Wan uses his cloud, once inside the tree begins to show them visions of their past. Wan gasps as they witness everything they had been around them. "Amazing..." Wan's breath was stolen from him in an instant, "These are our memories..." Korra whispers.
"The Tree of Time remembers all, the most powerful thing about you both is not the spirit of Raava, but your own inner spirits. Korra you've always been strong and fearless. Wan, even with your amnesia, you were always brave and intelligent." The memories shift into Wan's first life and everything that happened within it. One particular memory shows where Wan was feeding helpless animals.
"Wan, you became a legend because of who you are, not what you are. You weren't defined by Raava anymore then you are now."
The tree's aura changes into a deep red as it shows the monstrosity destroying Republic City, The dual avatars' chests tighten, "it's going to destroy the world!" The male Avatar yells as his head spun towards Tenzin's gaze, "You'll have to help them." he says.
"How- they're halfway around the world!" Korra proclaims as she points at the vision, "Do as the ancients once did. Connect to the cosmic energy of the universe, bind your spirits together to create one being, you are stronger together than apart. But be careful, too long and you will lose yourselves."
"Do you think we could do this?" Wan mumbles, Tenzin's hands gently touch both of the Avatar's shoulders as he gives a firm nod. Both Wan and Korra embrace the Airbender master with a hug.
"Thank you for not giving up on us," Korra says, Tenzin smiles softly as he glances at both of them, "I'm so proud of you both." With that Tenzin starts to leave however he watches the Dual Avatars meditate, facing each other. Wan's former life memory shows once more.
"If you and Vaatu have the same fight every ten thousand years, why hasn't one of you destroyed the other?" Wan formerly asks.
"He cannot destroy light, anymore than I can destroy darkness. One cannot exist without the other." Raava replies.
It switches to Iroh, saying, "You will find that if you look for the light, you can often find it. But if you look for the dark, that is all you will ever see."
Unalaq's voice is faint, but it is heard, "Find the Light in the Darkness."
Wan wakes up, his in the void of space with a bright orange glow, he turns to see Korra with her hair down with a blue aura, and both are naked. They are drawn to each other, they move closer and closer until they lock fingers, they press against each other's forehead and a bright light consumes them both.
The new being projects themself, it is both blue and orange, its colors fluid and dancing off of eachother. Their hair is down to their back and moves fluidly with every turn, they wear simpler and combined versions of the dual avatar's clothes.
Two pairs of eyes and arms, they have the Avatar's main physical characteristics together in harmony. They have a combined height of Korra and Wan.
Once they walk out of the tree, Dual Team Avatar is in awe and shock. They look up at the portals and fly up to the top and use their energy to follow the monstrosity.
"They're beautiful-" Bolin gasps, "You can say that again," Bumi adds, still in awe.
The sirens go off for evacuation, as the monstrosity lays havoc on the city, a bright light, not unlike a shooting star, hits the monstrosity with all the four elements. It falls back and looks up to see Wanorra floating above it with a cloud under their feet. "Y̵o̸u̶r̵ ̴s̶o̷u̴l̶s̶ ̶w̶i̷l̵l̷ ̶b̴e̶ ̶d̷e̸s̴t̴o̴y̸e̶d̴ ̵ ̵" (Your souls will be destroyed) Wanorra makes the four elements circle around them, each arm bending an element. "You've taken someone away, and we will destroy you to get to her."
The monstrosity attacks the fusion with its tendrils, however they use water to block this attack and they use it as a counter attack, though they are significantly smaller, like an ant to the monstrosity, they do heavy damage.
The monstrosity gets up and uses its tendrils to try and trap the fusion, but it proves to be their advantage as they pull the monstrosity to them then bend a power stream of water knocking it far back to the mountain side. They press their hand on its chest but find nothing.
Wanorra in a panic searches but finds nothing, the monsticty laughs, "Y̵o̸u̶'̴r̸e̵ ̸l̸o̸o̵k̷i̵n̶g̷ ̷f̵o̵r̸ ̵s̵o̶m̷e̷t̷h̴i̸n̶g̸ ̴t̷h̷a̸t̸ ̸i̴s̴ ̵g̴o̴n̷e̶.̴" (You're looking for something that is gone.) It ensnares Wanorra with its tendrils, " ̴R̸a̷a̵v̸a̶ ̷h̸a̸s̵ ̷b̴e̸e̴n̷ ̸d̶e̸s̵t̴r̵o̵y̶e̸d̵.̷ ̴A̶n̵d̸ ̷s̴o̸o̵n̶ ̵y̸o̷u̷ ̶w̸i̸l̷l̴ ̶b̴e̷ ̷t̴o̷o̵!̴ ̷" (Raava has been destroyed. And soon you will be too!)
The monstrosity fires a close range beam that made the fusion scream and collapse to the ground.
W- Korra, I have an idea… It might be risky and we might die. Do you trust me?
K- Yes, what's the plan?
W- We go inside it and get Raava out, she's in there, I know it.
K- It's sucide, our spirits...
W- This is our only hope.
K- Alright.
The fusion bravely makes a run for it and runs to the monstrosity, it lets them do it knowing the only thing they will find is death. It laughs.
Meanwhile with Dual Team Avatar, a swarm of dark spirits begin to approach the Tree of Time. Mako steps back a bit then yells, "They're coming for Wan and Korra!" Mako swiftly generates lighting and directs it towards the swarm. The team attacks with their native element.
Wannora looks around in utter darkness as tendrils chase after them. The two hold harder than they ever have. All they can see is darkness, even worse the deeper they go, the more corrupted their spirit gets.
They keep swimming, slowly losing hope, Wanorra clenches their eyes hard, then their eyes widen. A beating heart heard, Raava is so tiny as an infant child. The fusion swims closer, The monstrosity uses his tendrils to grab the fusion. They reach forth despite the pain and the tendrils pulling them back. Wannora screams as they finally with the tip of their fingers touch the light. A huge explosion of light surrounds them, freeing them from the corruption. The monster looks inside its chest and gasps. Wan and Korra pull Raava out and themselves. The two are now split; they rise up standing tall, and in Korra's hands is a small Raava. Korra's hands oen she flies up, as the dual avatars look at the monstrosity, "̴I̴m̴p̷o̵s̷s̸i̶b̴l̵e̸,̷ ̸N̵o̶ ̸h̴u̷m̴a̵n̷ ̶s̵o̸u̸l̴!̶-̷ " (Impossible, No human soul!-)
"Haven't you heard the legends? We're not regular humans, We're Dual Avatars." Wan and Korra speak as one, they begin to bend streams of water, seemingly dancing around each other in a circle while spirit bending. The monstrosity is encircled by the water as the dual avatars begin to purify it, the duo move in a yin-yang pattern, Wan being Yang, Korra being Yin.
"N̶o̶!̷" (No!) It cries out as Wan and Korra finish the dance and purification, The monster vanishes into golden dust. They both bow with their fist in their palm. "Go in peace." They say in unison, Raava flies to the duo, "Harmonic Convergence is nearly over. We must return to the Spirit World so we can fuse once again."
Wan opens his hands up, letting Raava rest there. He closes his hands and glances at Korra, who nods. Korra hugs Wan as they teleport.
Dual Team Avatar is forced to retreat into the hollow still attacking the spirits along with the newly joined Eska and Desna. The spirits soon swarm the hollow entrance, then abeam of light descends, illuminating the Tree of Time and dissipating the dark spirits.
Wan and Korrareturn, Wan opens his palms, releasing Raava. Wan and Korra's spirits return to their bodies, they simultaneously open their eyes, taking a deep breath of air. The two stare at each other and break into a laugh, then into a huge hug, sobbing tears of joy.
Meanwhile at Katara's healing hut, Jinora opens her eyes, awakening from her coma. She turns to smile at Asami and her grandmother. Katara rushes up to her and gave her a hug. "Oh my sweet child!"
"Gran-Gran, I missed you." Jinora smiles, Asami then asks, "What about Wan, Korra and the others?"
Jinora smiles widely, "Don't worry, they're alright. Korra and Wan saved the world." Senna and Tonraq joyfully hug each other.
Wan and Korra walk out of the Tree of Time holding each other's hand, "Promise you'll hold my hand during this?" Korra breaths out. "Promise," Wan smiles warmly, wiping his tears as he looks atRaava who is enormous, he gives Raava a big toothed smile. Raava flies toward the dual avatars allowing them to hop and, and soar to the overlapping portals. Wan and Korra hold each other's hand as well as reaching up to the portals. Raava splits herself in two and goes inside Wan and Korra at the very second they touch the portal. Harmonic convergence is over, the portals separate and spirit lights retreat. The portals stand upright and beam the respective colors.
The light fades slowly showing Wan and Korra holding each other's hand, basking in blue light while the sigil of Raava glows brightly on their chests, they both descend gently.
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"The Avatar spirit have returned" Tenzin breaths in awe, the Dual Avatars descend back to the ground, using an air spout to slow their fall. They both land on the ground, they slump at first but they stand upright and open their eyes revealing pure white eyes then quickly fades and say in unison,
"It's over."
Wan and Korra stop holding hands then give each other a hug, Tenzin, Bolin and Mako rush up to them. Bolin hugs the Dual Avatars tightly, "I don't even know what to say." Mako smiles, Wan chuckles, "To be fair, I don't either."
"You both were amazing." Tenzin smiles, Bolin joins in saying, "And the way you guys fused like that, wow, You had four arms and eyes and you looked beautiful! I just wished Varrick was here to film it! It would be the greatest movie ever. After the Nuktuk chronicles of course." Wan laughs, "I don't know Bolin.." Wan teases the earthbender, "Maybe ours would be better."
Wan and Korra walk up to the twins, "I'm sorry, your father's spirit was annihilated by Vaatu, we couldn't save him." Korra says, giving her condolences. "Vaatu betrayed him in the end." Korra adds, wincing at the memory, "It seems cousin Korra is under the impression we're saddened by our father's demise." Eska says to her brother, "In the end, you were right." Eska turns to Wan, "Our father loved nothing but power."
"Agreed, I will not miss him at all. In the end, he became a deplorable man." Dessna sighs, Eska then looks at her brother, "But how will we explain this to mother?" Bolin walks by and The Dual Avatars walk away.
"So what a ride huh?" Wan starts, Korra sighs then grins as she looks at the portals, "A really crazy, painful ride. We lost and gained things didn't we?" Korra crosses her arms, "Yeah." Wan then sadly looks down, "The past avatars are gone…So much history and legacy gone."
"There still one piece left" Korra smiles being optimistic as she places her hand on Wan's chest, "You." Wan simply smiles as he holds Korra's hand that she places at his chest, he closes his eyes. "I guess we have to start all over again, huh?"
"I guess so." Korra says looking at the northern portal, Wan's attention is grabbed by Bumi and Bumi Jr., who are playing with each other, Tenzin walks up to the Dual Avatars,
"Now that you're both bonded with Raava once again, are you also reconnected with the past avatars?" Wan and Korra shake their heads sadly. "Oh, I see. Why don't you two close the portals, and we'll go home."
Wan and Korra walk up to the northern portal, Korra's palm is on it but Wan hesitates, "I think Unalaq was right about one thing." Wan brings his hand back and glances at it.
"What do you mean?" Korra asks, "I lived with the spirits for two years, it was hypocritical for me to say that other humans couldn't. What if Unalaq was right and I was wrong?" Wan clenches his fists and turns to Korra, conflicted. "What if humans and spirits are meant to live together right now?"
"I guess, but you did what you felt you neededto do. If anyone, you closed the portals and you can open them back up. You always go with what you feel is right, if you feel like the portals should stay open then I'm with you."
Wan and Korra look at Bum-Ju fetch a stick for Bumi, who in return strokes its head, Wan smiles warmly at this sight. Things aren't like the past, Human and Spirit can co-exist in peace. A world Wan always wanted but never had the chance to fulfill. Well...until now. It will take much effort but Wan is willing to put it forth. Korra glances at her partner as he cries tears of joy, "I have a second chance at life, a new beginning." Wan smiles at the portal. "The world deserves the same," Korra smiles at Wan as she softly holds his hand, he accepts it and holds her hand tight, "Then, let's keep the portals open."
"Well, Tenzin what do you think?"
"I think you two should trust your instincts. There is nothing else I can teach you both. You are the Dual Avatars. Whatever your decisions, I support both of you." Tenzin answers smiling proudly at the Dual Avatars. Wan breathes, he feels an overwhelming joy bubble inside him, after so many months not knowing who and what he was. He now knows much more than he ever had.
A few days later at the Southern Water Tribe, Mako walks up to Korra, he softly says, "Can we talk?" Korra nods, "Sure."
"Look, I know we didn't end on the best of terms. But we both said something we regret." Mako holds Korra's hand, as she glances to her side regretfully saying, "Sorry for blowing up at you."
"Korra, I'm sorry for what happened, but I want to try again, so can you take me back?" Korra closes her eyes, "Mako, you're a great guy, but I think we both know this. Us? Doesn't work. I'm sorry, but it's over for good." The firebender looks down in sadness, "You're right, friends?" Mako smiles softly, the female Avatar hugs Mako, "Yeah, friends." Korra then walks away and Mako looks heart broken, Bolin slides towards Mako. "You want a hug?"
"Yeah bro." Mako and Bolin hug. Korra walks to where Wan was waiting, leaning against the wall deep in thoughts, "How did it go?" he asks, somewhat unaware.
"Fine. Ready?" Korra grins, putting her hand on her side, Wan glances at Korra and nods.
They walk outside to be applauded with cheers and whooping, Wan and Korra stand next to each other and behind them are Korra's parents and Aang's family. "The war of the Water Tribes is over. Unalaq has been defeated, and the Northern fleet is returning home. The Water Tribes will always be allies, but the Southern Tribe is now independent and the Southern Council of Elders has appointed Tonraq, to be your new chief!" Korra announces as the crowds went wild, Wan then spoke up.
"I've learned that though we may make the right choices at the time, we can be wrong in the future and affect the generation after us and beyond. As the First Avatar, I learned this first hand with Korra. The spirits have given me a gift of life once more and I will be more than happy to aid Avatar Korra."
"We should learn from those who came before us, we must also forge our own path. So that is why we've decided to keep the portals open. Humans can now physically enter the Spirit World, and spirits will be free to roam our world." Korra adds.
"We will no longer be the bridge. Humans and spirits must learn to live together." Wan smiles as he looks at Korra. "Our mission will always be to use Raava's light spirit to guide the world towards world peace."
"Harmonic Convergence has caused a shift in the planet's energy. I can feel it." Korra adds,
"Things will never be the same again." Wan says,
"We're entering a New Age," the Dual avatars say in complete unison, up in the sky the spirits roam free.
Up in the mountains, in the most remote part of the world lies a prison. The moon is high and the stars bright. The man inside the prison waits patiently, he eats his rice sparingly. He is surrounded by darkness. Zaheer looks down at his hands and smiles to himself as he summons a small airball.
He smirks.
End of Book II
