I grew up with this show, and as a child it captivated me. As an adult it still captivates me with its nuance, its message, how it tackles political topics and spirituality. The characters in this are incredibly, and they all go on a journey of growth that is beautiful. The effort that went into the world-building and how the bending is based on different styles of martial arts really grounds the story. I love how it tackles topics such as equailty, genocide, imperalism, redemption, friendship, found family, forgivness and love. It's a show I'm glad to have grown up with. Excellent storytelling.