Nickelodeon UK Network Ratings for week of Monday 27th December 2021 - Sunday 2nd January 2022.
Ratings were down across the Nickelodeon Network this week with all channels reporting slight decreases in viewership compared to the previous week (Dec. 20-26).
Nickelodeon Total:
1. THE THUNDERMANS (WED 11:30) - 39,600
2. SAM & CAT (FRI 20:31) - 39,500
3. THE THUNDERMANS (WED 10:30) - 38,700
4. THE THUNDERMANS (WED 10:59) - 38,700
5. THE THUNDERMANS (MON 11:59) - 37,500
6. SAM & CAT (SUN 18:31) - 35,000
7. THE THUNDERMANS (MON 11:31) - 33,300
8. THE THUNDERMANS (MON 10:59) - 32,800
9. THE THUNDERMANS (FRI 23:31) - 31,302
10. SAM & CAT (SUN 18:00) - 28,200
11. ICARLY (MON 14:31) - 26,800
12. HENRY DANGER (THU 19:31) - 24,600
13. HENRY DANGER (THU 18:59) - 24,600
14. HENRY DANGER (THU 18:31) - 24,600
15. VICTORIOUS (MON 15:00) - 21,100
NickToons Total:
1. THE LOUD HOUSE (SUN 14:29) - 49,800
2. MIDDLEMOST POST (SUN 15:00) - 40,300
3. MIDDLEMOST POST (SUN 15:14) - 40,300
4. HORRID HENRY (SUN 15:29) - 40,300
5. THE LOUD HOUSE (SUN 14:45) - 40,300
6. HORRID HENRY (SAT 11:15) - 39,600
7. HORRID HENRY (SAT 11:00) - 39,600
8. ALVINNN!!! AND THE CHIPMUNKS (SAT 12:14) - 39,600
9. THE SMURFS (SAT 11:30) - 39,600
10. THE SMURFS (SAT 11:45) - 39,600
11. ALVINNN!!! AND THE CHIPMUNKS (SAT 12:00) - 39,600
12. THE LOUD HOUSE (WED 23:30) - 39,100
13. SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS (SUN 18:59) - 31,400
14. THE LOUD HOUSE (MON 28:44) - 30,300
15. THE LOUD HOUSE (SAT 23:00) - 28,900
Nick Jr. Total:
1. PEPPA PIG (THU 06:44) - 120,700
2. PEPPA PIG (THU 26:19) - 105,700
3. PEPPA PIG (THU 22:15) - 105,300
4. PEPPA PIG (FRI 26:04) - 104,700
5. PEPPA PIG (MON 13:30) - 100,700
6. PEPPA PIG (SUN 10:04) - 96,400
7. PEPPA PIG (FRI 09:04) - 94,900
8. PEPPA PIG (MON 13:35) - 93,400
9. PEPPA PIG (SUN 10:14) - 92,900
10. PEPPA PIG (SAT 21:44) - 92,500
11. PEPPA PIG (THU 26:49) - 91,500
12. PEPPA PIG (THU 25:59) - 91,100
13. PEPPA PIG (SUN 10:49) - 90,700
14. PEPPA PIG (THU 22:20) - 89,000
15. PEPPA PIG (THU 21:45) - 87,500
Nick Jr. Too:
1. PEPPA PIG (TUE 18:29) - 96,100
2. PEPPA PIG (TUE 18:24) - 79,600
3. PAW PATROL (TUE 19:14) - 70,700
4. PAW PATROL (SUN 16:59) - 70,400
5. PAW PATROL (SUN 15:59) - 69,200
6. PAW PATROL (SUN 16:29) - 68,200
7. PEPPA PIG (WED 10:24) - 66,700
8. PEPPA PIG (WED 10:14) - 66,700
9. PEPPA PIG (TUE 18:44) - 64,200
10. PEPPA PIG (TUE 18:54) - 64,200
11. PAW PATROL (TUE 18:59) - 64,200
12. PEPPA PIG (TUE 18:39) - 64,200
13. PAW PATROL (WED 10:30) - 63,900
14. PEPPA PIG (WED 10:09) - 62,500
15. PAW PATROL (WED 10:44) - 62,500
Note: Nick Jr. Too is listed as Nick Jr 2 on BARB.
Nickelodeon Network:
1. PEPPA PIG (THU 06:44) - Nick Jr Total - 120,700
2. PEPPA PIG (THU 26:19) - Nick Jr Total - 105,700
3. PEPPA PIG (THU 22:15) - Nick Jr Total - 105,300
4. PEPPA PIG (FRI 26:04) - Nick Jr Total - 104,700
5. PEPPA PIG (MON 13:30) - Nick Jr Total - 100,700
6. PEPPA PIG (SUN 10:04) - Nick Jr Total - 96,400
7. PEPPA PIG (TUE 18:29) - Nick Jr 2 - 96,100
8. PEPPA PIG (FRI 09:04) - Nick Jr Total - 94,900
9. PEPPA PIG (MON 13:35) - Nick Jr Total - 93,400
10. PEPPA PIG (SUN 10:14) - Nick Jr Total - 92,900
11. PEPPA PIG (SAT 21:44) - Nick Jr Total - 92,500
12. PEPPA PIG (THU 26:49) - Nick Jr Total - 91,500
13. PEPPA PIG (THU 25:59) - Nick Jr Total - 91,100
14. PEPPA PIG (SUN 10:49) - Nick Jr Total - 90,700
15. PEPPA PIG (THU 22:20) - Nick Jr Total - 89,000
Ratings data provided by BARB.
Programmes of less than 5 minutes duration are excluded from these reports.
Linear TV viewing only; Data for viewing programming on PC/laptops, Tablets and Smartphones is currently unavailable.
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Nickelodeon will premiere the brand new The Loud House episode "Appetite for Destruction/Frame on You" on Sunday, January 16 at 4:00 p.m. (ET/PT), which will lead in to NFL Wild Card Game on Nickelodeon 2022 at 4:30 p.m. (ET)!
In the all new Loud House episode "Appetite for Destruction," when Lily starts misbehaving at home, Mom and Dad think her new preschool friends might be the cause. Then later in "Frame on You," when Rusty is wrongfully suspended, the Action News Team leaps into action to clear his name. (#526)
The new The Loud House episode "Appetite for Destruction/Frame on You" was originally scheduled to premiere on October 22, 2021, however, was postponed until a later date. The new episode is the penultimate episode of season 5, with season 6 slated to debut later this year.
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Toronto, CA (October 5, 2021) – Guru Studio today announced a new broadcast deal with Nickelodeon UK for their newest animated series, Big Blue.
The 52 x 11 min underwater adventure comedy was commissioned by CBC Kids and Radio-Canada and is set to premiere in Canada later this year, and on Nicktoons in the UK and Ireland in January 2022. Previously announced broadcasters already on board include ABC Me in Australia, CTC Kids in Russia, and NRK in Norway.
Update (29/11) - Nicktoons will be airing a sneak peek of Big Blue throughout December, starting Monday 6th December 2021 at 8:30am!
Update (21/12) - Nicktoons will premiere Big Blue on Monday 3rd January 2022, airing weekdays at 8:00am, 6:00pm and 3:00am!
Big Blue follows sibling underwater adventurers Lettie and Lemo who lead a quirky submarine crew with a magical ocean fairy stowaway named Bacon Berry. Together, they just might unravel the mysterious secrets of their underwater universe!
"Nickelodeon is the perfect home for this hilarious series that the whole family can enjoy,” said Jonathan Abraham, Vice President (VP) of Sales and Business Development at Guru Studio. “Viewers in the UK are going to love this creator-driven series that's packed with comedy and high-stakes adventure."
Big Blue FULL EPISODE! | Frenemies + Plant in the Pipes | Brand New Show! | Nickelodeon UK
Dive into this full episode of brand new show, Big Blue! Starting Monday 10th January, 8am and 6pm, on Nicktoons!
Whenever there’s trouble, Captain Lettie and the Calypso Crew are there to help save the Big Blue and protect its quirky residents. On every mission there’s always big adventure, plenty of laughs, and even an occasional dance party! This fun-loving crew always stick together, and with the help of a magical ocean fairy named Bacon Berry, they just might unravel the mysterious secrets of their underwater universe!
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Louise Bucknole, VP Kids Programming, ViacomCBS Networks UK & Ireland added: “We have no doubt Big Blue will be the perfect addition to our Nicktoons line-up as we explore their comic underwater world. We’re looking forward to introducing these fresh characters and sharing their many adventures with the viewers around the UK.”
Big Blue Theme Tune 🎵| Nickelodeon UK
Check out the theme tune of brand new show Big Blue, so good we had to rewind and hear it again! You can watch Big Blue, weekdays at 8am and 6pm on Nicktoons! 📺
The series is created by Ghanaian Canadian Gyimah Gariba, a multi-faceted artist whose work has gained him international attention, and who was praised by Forbes Magazine as one of 15 Young African Creatives Rebranding Africa.
Guru Studio's work can be seen on Nick Jr.'s hit CG-animated preschool series PAW Patrol and Abby Hatcher, as well as True and the Rainbow Kingdom for Netflix, Pikwik Pack for Disney Junior and Treehouse, Justin Time, and Ever After High.
Update (4/11) - Official CBC press release:
GRAMMY-WINNING MUSIC PRODUCER AND BEATCLUB FOUNDER TIMBALAND DIVES INTO NEW CBC KIDS ANIMATED SERIES, BIG BLUE
Nov 03, 2021
From animation powerhouse Guru Studio comes a new sci-fi comedy about caring for our planet and each other
Created by Gyimah Gariba, named one of Animation Magazine's 2020 Rising Stars of Animation, the animated series will make its world premiere December 4 on CBC Kids
Guru Studio, a leader in children’s entertainment, is pleased to announce today it has teamed up with Grammy-winning music producer Timbaland and his Beatclub team to produce the theme song for its newest animated property, Big Blue. The series was created by Guru Studio designer Gyimah Gariba, who has built a massive online following for his distinct illustrative style, and developed with CBC Kids. Gyimah was named one of Animation Magazine's 2020 Rising Stars of Animation and one of “15 Young African Creatives Rebranding Africa” by Forbes. The animated series will make its world premiere on CBC Kids beginning Saturday, December 4.
The imaginative series for kids 5-9 follows sibling underwater adventurers Lettie and Lemo who lead a quirky submarine crew with a magical ocean fairy stowaway named Bacon Berry. Together, they just might unravel the mysterious secrets of their underwater universe! The series drops young viewers deep into a wacky world of comic adventure, while helping to redefine what a family means and how caring for one another is the most important thing of all.
“Trying something different is what it’s all about and being a part of a kids show that’s so unique is as different as it gets for me,” said Timbaland. “I’m looking forward to speaking to the next generation and helping to make a difference.”
Big Blue is produced by Guru Studio, the powerhouse animation studio behind the global phenomenon PAW Patrol, the Netflix Original series True and the Rainbow Kingdom, and new series Pikwik Pack on Disney Junior and Hulu. The series will premiere exclusively in Canada on CBC Kids and will be available to stream on CBC Gem, CBC’s streaming service. Additional international broadcasters on board include Nickelodeon in the UK, ABC Me in Australia, CTC Kids in Russia, and NRK in Norway.
Timbaland is currently developing a brand new creative enterprise called Beatclub, a music marketplace and creator club which is a place for A-list producers to sell beats, sound packs and loops online. The new company aims to be the creative hub of the music industry.
About Guru Studio
Guru Studio is a creative-driven entertainment company renowned for creating, developing and producing internationally acclaimed and highly successful shows including its Emmy nominated Netflix Original series, True and the Rainbow Kingdom; PAW Patrol™ and Abby Hatcher produced in collaboration with Spin Master and Nick Jr.; Mattel’s Ever After High; and its own two-time Emmy Award nominated preschool series Justin Time in association with Disney Junior. The company is currently producing original comedy-adventure series Big Blue with the CBC, and its newest preschool series Pikwik Pack airing on Disney Junior US. Guru Studio also contributed visual development on the Academy Award nominated animated feature The Breadwinner, which brought the rich ‘story world’ sequences to life. Led by President and Executive Creative Director Frank Falcone, Guru Studio is an industry leader in animated storytelling for kids of all ages. www.gurustudio.com
CBC/Radio-Canada is Canada’s national public broadcaster. Through our mandate to inform, enlighten and entertain, we play a central role in strengthening Canadian culture. As Canada’s trusted news source, we offer a uniquely Canadian perspective on news, current affairs and world affairs. Our distinctively homegrown entertainment programming draws audiences from across the country. Deeply rooted in communities, CBC/Radio-Canada offers diverse content in English, French and eight Indigenous languages. We also deliver content in Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Punjabi and Tagalog, as well as both official languages, through Radio Canada International (RCI). We are leading the transformation to meet the needs of Canadians in a digital world.
The illustrator and character designer wants his underwater adventure series to reflect the diversity of families and children on screen.
Illustrator and animator Gyimah Gariba was watching David Attenborough’s nature documentary Desert Seas when he came up with the idea for his new 2D-animated series Big Blue—premiering on CBC Kids December 4.
“No one’s been to the bottom of the ocean,” says Gariba. “We’ve been to the moon, but we haven’t really looked into the mysteries of the underwater world.”
The Ghana-born artist worked on a collection of preliminary drawings inspired by the mystique and vast nature of the deep, and eventually brought them to life in this 52 x 11-minute sci-fi comedy series for kids ages five and up. Developed with CBC Kids and produced by Toronto-based Guru Studio (True and the Rainbow Kingdom), Big Blue follows along as two siblings and their quirky submarine crew unlock the secrets of their oceanic world.
Gariba needed more than just a passion for deep-sea exploration to get his show on solid ground, though. Working for Guru as a character design lead at the time, he responded to an internal call for pitches in 2015 and presented his concept to VP of creative development Rachel Marcus. Gariba collaborated with the studio’s development team to establish a story structure and then pitched Big Blue to CBC Kids at Kidscreen Summit 2016. Just a few months later, the project went into development with the pubcaster, and it has since been picked up by Australia’s ABC Kids and Nickelodeon UK, where it will air in January.
Just 29 years old, Gariba has already had a full career. He got his start as an intern at Titmouse, where he worked on the design team for Black Dynamite. He did stints as a character designer on Craig of the Creek and Carmen Sandiego, and then led the character design process for Steven Universe and Guru’s Justin Time. He has even written a comic book called Navel Gazing about self-discovery and introspection.
For his first TV project, it was important for Gariba to fill a gap from his own childhood. He found it hard as a Black kid in Canada to find his place in imaginary worlds. He recalls playing Dragon Ball Z with friends, and not wanting to be stuck playing one of the few Black characters.
“I watched a lot of cartoons growing up, and I always found myself being drawn to things that had a really rich lore I could escape into,” he says. “But there wasn’t anything that had any Black people, so it was difficult to pretend that I was in it.”
Gariba’s feelings are validated by recent research from Toronto-based Ryerson University’s Children’s Media Lab, which earlier this year released findings that only 14% of animated characters on screen are Black, compared to white characters at 52%.
He hopes that Big Blue gives Black kids a chance to see themselves in an animated fantasy world, and find their place more easily among its characters. But while the show’s leads are Black, Gariba does not want that to be the main focus; he just wants to demonstrate family love in all its many forms. Featuring a variety of mismatched characters (like a turtle cousin and dolphin aunt), Gariba hopes kids will understand that there are many different types of families. The show’s brother/sister protagonists, meanwhile, are a tribute to his own siblings and the love that exists between them.
“Companies should be open to exploring how to depict new and different kinds of relationships to better reflect and educate today’s viewers,” says Gariba. “I’ve never seen two families that are exactly alike, and I think the media we watch should have as much diversity as our real lives.”
Looking ahead, Gariba hopes Big Blue will get renewed because he plans to tell more culturally specific stories in the next season—though he’s keeping the details close to his chest for now. In the meantime, he’s fittingly working to support clean beach and anti-littering initiatives in Ghana whenever he’s able to visit. At the end of the day, Gariba just wants to make the world a better place, and he’s not picky about how does it.
Big Blue FULL EPISODE! | Brand New Show SNEAK PEEK! | Nickelodeon UK
Don't miss brand new show, Big Blue! Starting Monday 10th January, 8am and 6pm, on Nicktoons! Until then, dive into this full episode sneak peek: Frenemies and Plant in the Pipes!
Whenever there’s trouble, Captain Lettie and the Calypso Crew are there to help save the Big Blue and protect its quirky residents. On every mission there’s always big adventure, plenty of laughs, and even an occasional dance party! This fun-loving crew always stick together, and with the help of a magical ocean fairy named Bacon Berry, they just might unravel the mysterious secrets of their underwater universe!
The misadventures of Big Nate are coming to Paramount+. The all-new animated series from Nickelodeon Animation Studio is based on the best-selling children’s books and comic strip written and drawn by acclaimed author and cartoonist Lincoln Peirce. Set to debut early this year on Paramount+ in the U.S., Latin America, Canada, and Australia, the eponymous 26-episode series follows Nate, a precocious 11-year-old boy, and his best friends as they navigate sixth grade with humor and style.
To celebrate the upcoming premiere of the brand new CG-animated series, Paramount+, the streaming service from ViacomCBS has unveiled the show's first poster, which you can check out below!:
Paramount+’s BIG NATE animated series will feature brand-new original storylines centered on Nate, a sixth-grade kid who has a never-ending need to prove his awesomeness to the world. Whether he’s dealing with disasters at home or detention at school, Nate Wright is no stranger to a challenge. Luckily, he’s able to express himself through the world of cartoons that he creates. Charming, mischievous and a magnet for misadventure – trouble is always fun when Nate is around.
The stellar lineup of actors lending their voice talent to the beloved characters of BIG NATE include:
Ben Giroux (HENRY DANGER, DANGER FORCE, HART OF DIXIE) as Nate Wright – Sixth-grader Nate Wright believes he is AWESOME. He’s funny, entertaining and even a little insecure, but he’s not about to let the rest of the world know that.
Dove Cameron (“Descendants,” “Liv and Maddie”) as Ellen Wright – Ellen is Nate’s older sister and the object of much angst for Nate. If Ellen has flaws, Nate’s never seen them, but he’s determined to find them anyway.
Rob Delaney (“Catastrophe,” “Deadpool 2,” “Hobbs & Shaw”) as Martin Wright – Martin is a great single dad to Nate and Ellen, but life has not gone exactly as he planned. Parenting two kids is tough, and he’s doing it alone. But Martin doesn’t complain. Well, he does complain, but who doesn’t?
Bryce Charles (“Blackish,” “Young Love”) as Dee Dee Holloway – Dee Dee is smart, excitable and able to pull off whatever the boys are incapable (or unwilling) to do, which makes her an invaluable member of the group.
Daniel Cohen (LEGO CITY ADVENTURES, “Body of Proof”) as Francis Pope – Francis tries to keep Nate’s wild ideas in check, or at least keep Nate out of unnecessary trouble. They’ve been inseparable since they met in kindergarten, and Francis is the friend Nate counts on the most.
Arnie Pantoja (“Final Fantasy VII Remake,” “Trolls: The Beat Goes On”) as Teddy Ortiz – Teddy is Nate’s main co-conspirator, a partner in chaos always willing to go along with Nate’s crazy schemes. But if there’s a chance they’ll get caught, Teddy has an amazing way of disappearing.
Charlie Schlatter (THE LOUD HOUSE, “Justice League Action”) as Chad Applewhite – Chad is a sweet, harmless kid, and one of Nate’s good friends. Like Teddy, Chad is willing to help Nate with all his schemes, he’s just not quite bright enough to run away when things go sideways.
Kevin Michael Richardson (TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES, PENGUINS OF MADAGASCAR, “The Simpsons,” “American Dad”) as Principal Nichols – Principal Nichols is a good guy who struggles with being an authority figure. He tries to act like a friend to his students, but he always comes off as an adult who’s trying way too hard to be “cool.”
Carolyn Hennesy (“Lego Star Wars: All-Stars,” “True Blood”) as Mrs. Godfrey – Affectionately called the “Creature Teacher” by Nate, Mrs. Godfrey more than lives up to the name. The woman is perpetually on edge and always waiting for someone – usually Nate – to step out of line.
BIG NATE on Paramount+ is executive produced by Mitch Watson (“All Hail King Julien”) and John Cohen (“The Angry Birds Movie”) and produced by Amy McKenna (“Beware the Batman”), with Lincoln Peirce serving as consultant throughout development and production. Bridget McMeel is co-producer.
Peirce’s humor-based books about Nate and his friends have spent more than 150 weeks on the New York Times’ best-seller list. The BIG NATE book series (https://bignatebooks.com/) is published worldwide in 33 languages and available as ebooks and audiobooks and as an app, Big Nate: Comix by U! Additionally, the BIG NATE comic strip is syndicated by Andrews McMeel Syndication and appears in more than 400 newspapers and online daily at www.gocomics.com/bignate. The BIG NATE comic collections are published by Andrews McMeel Publishing, and the BIG NATE novels are published by HarperCollins Children’s Books.
Rugrats, provided to Creators Syndicate by Nickelodeon, based off the popular animated television series has been created for children and family's to laugh and enjoy together.
Follow these comics and their take on real episodes of the show and their own spin on hilarious adventures.
The latest in ATLA theories suggest that Katara should have rightfully been crowned Fire Lord instead of Zuko.
The final Agni Kai between Azula and Zuko is arguably one of the most iconic moments in Avatar: The Last Airbender. This cathartic battle between brother and sister was the culmination of a deadly sibling rivalry and spending a lifetime suppressing the innate need for familial love from each other. Per Uncle Iroh's advice, Zuko needed backup when facing the powerfully unhinged Azula, so Katara joins him to face the Fire Nation Princess together.
After Zuko is struck by Azula's lightning and is left incapacitated, Katara captures Azula herself. Since she overpowers the reigning Fire Lord, does that technically mean Katara should have been Fire Lord instead of Zuko? u/yeaitsmeluigi6079 raises the question in a recent Reddit thread.
In Season 3 Episode 19, Katara is at Zuko's side after he helps locate her mother's killer. At the request of Uncle Iroh, she goes with Zuko to Azula's coronation to back him up after Iroh encourages him to become Fire Lord due to his 'unquestionable honor.' They were determined to defeat Azula, Agni Kai or not. In fact, it was Azula herself who challenged Zuko to the duel and not the other way around.
So, what is an Agni Kai? An Agni Kai is a traditional firebender duel used as a last resort to resolve personal and political conflicts. Because of its roots in tradition, the duel does have some legal deciding power. It ends when either opponent is burned, regardless of being dead or alive. Despite this, the recent regime recognizes that a fight to the death is more honorable, as remaining alive would be a huge disgrace and the loser might as well be dead.
How does Katara come into play? In the end, Zuko was incapacitated, technically losing the Agni Kai and making Azula the official Fire Lord. Despite this, Katara effectively usurps and captures Azula, overpowering the Fire Nation's official ruler. Ozai, who was busy losing to Aang, gave up the Fire Lord title to become the Phoenix King. If viewing this situation outside of the Agni Kai, it is Katara who left the battle victorious, therefore achieving the title of Fire Lord even for a brief moment before healing Zuko.
Yet, an Agni Kai doesn't exactly help choose the next Fire Lord. A new Fire Lord is chosen when a reigning Fire Lord designates one of their heirs to the succession in preparation for the future. This is seen when Azulon chooses Ozai instead of his firstborn Iroh, and again with Azula instead of Zuko.
Another argument presented by u/wrong-mon suggests that Zuko's legitimacy is in question due to his banishment. Ozai also once again strips him of his rights after he joins Team Avatar and subsequently betrays the entire country. His legitimacy was only validated by Iroh, who is not the reigning Fire Lord. Still, there is his birthright to consider, which itself cannot be changed no matter how hard Ozai tries.
Still, if Katara were to become Fire Lord, the consequences could be devastating to the world of ATLA. Fire Lords can only be powerful firebenders, and Katara is a waterbender. Rulers from different nations are possible, but this doesn't happen without a fight. Something like this could mean all-out war between the Fire Nation and the Water Tribes. Katara as Fire Lord could bring a definite end to the delicate balance between the nations Team Avatar fought so hard to achieve.
The entire purpose of the Avatar is the bring peace to the four nations, yet the Fire Nation along with the rest of the world viewed Aang with distrust. Understandably, the Avatar hasn't been around for 100 years and most people weren't alive to comprehend the Avatar's power and influence. The fact that the Avatar returned in the form of a seemingly incompetent child further proves this point. Needless to say, if Zuko lost the Agni Kai that day and Aang ordered the Fire Nation to refuse Azula the throne, he would be faced with outrage and a civil war would surely devastate the nation.
In the comics, the people of the Fire Nation didn't see Zuko as a legitimate leader because of his banishment and the shame that came with it. Still, as pointed out by Reddit user u/Sinister_Blanket, he was with the Avatar who eventually won the Fire Nation over when he spared Ozai. Combined with this newfound trust by association, Zuko's birthright and honor bestowed by Iroh, Zuko's ascension to the throne couldn't have come at a more perfect time. Since Team Avatar captured both Azula and Ozai and stripped the latter of his powers, the Fire Nation was briefly without a ruler. Zuko would have been the only right choice in order to promote and preserve the balance between the Four Nations.
Geopolitical ramifications in the world of Avatar are something viewers can now appreciate as adults, and it adds an extra layer of complexity to an already incredible series. The comics and novels explore these complicated dynamics even further, so they are an essential read in order to comprehend what really was at stake. Whether on the side of Fire Lord Katara or not, she was definitely a key factor in creating the balance that would ultimately save the Four Nations from self-destruction.
A complex theory about SpongeBob SquarePants might solve some of the show's biggest mysteries. Here's what you need to know about the "skin theory".
SpongeBob SquarePants has been the subject of many theories, some darker than others thanks to , and there’s one that has caught the attention of fans for its complexity and its conclusion: the skin theory, which might change the perspective of some viewers. Nickelodeon has seen various animated TV shows that have become very popular with viewers of all ages, but none has had the same impact as SpongeBob SquarePants. Created by Stephen Hillenburg, SpongeBob SquarePants made its debut in 1999 and has since become one of the longest-running animated series, with over 10 seasons and counting, and that has also made way for a bunch of theories and different interpretations on the show and its characters.
SpongeBob SquarePants takes viewers to the bottom of the ocean to visit the underwater city of Bikini Bottom, where the title character and many other colorful characters (both allies and enemies) live and get involved in all types of trouble. SpongeBob is often accompanied through his many adventures by his best friends Patrick Star and Sandy Cheeks, his neighbor and coworker Squidward Tentacles, and his greedy boss Mr. Krabs, as well as his pet snail Gary, who joins the fun from time to time. Bikini Bottom has a bit of everything, and it has also seen some strange moments, though these are often justified by the show being an animated one, but that isn’t a good enough explanation for some viewers.
Cartoons are often at the front and center of many theories, and SpongeBob SquarePants hasn’t been safe from them. The latest in the vault of SpongeBob theories is that of “the skin theory”, which originated from a (very long and detailed) YouTube video and has been discussed in social media and online forums, becoming viral. The theory basically focuses on all those instances where characters in SpongeBob SquarePants ripped their skins off, wore costumes of other fish or characters, inserted themselves in the bodies of other characters (like that one time SpongeBob took over Mr. Krabs’ shell), transplanted body parts, etc, all of which happened more often in the first four seasons, which were written and overseen by Hillenburg himself.
The author of the theory suggests three theories on why SpongeBob SquarePants does all these skin-related things, and the first one is “The Ritual Aspect”. This theory suggests a parallel between why humans wear masks and the characters in SpongeBob, focusing on the act of wearing masks to represent and channel deities and spirits and also drive out demons, so the characters could be wearing costumes and other skins with that purpose, especially when it comes to getting rid of the Flying Dutchman, the closest there is to a supernatural entity in Bikini Bottom. Next is the “Mass Psychosis Element” theory, which is all about how people go insane at the same time in the same way and with no real physical explanation, which gives a simple reason to the skin theory: all characters in SpongeBob SquarePants are insane.
Last but not least, is “The Costumed Human Hypothesis”, which basically says that all characters in SpongeBob SquarePants aren’t sea creatures: they are just humans in disguise, meaning that Bikini Bottom isn’t real, and this also explains all those instances in the show that defy logic, such as the characters using fire, drinking water, etc. “Skin Theory” has drawn a lot of attention, and while it’s a fun theory, it does feel like a stretch to try to find a reason for something that is just meant to make the audience laugh and is intended to be nonsensical – but, like in almost all theories, fans of SpongeBob SquarePants are the ones who will decide if the theory makes sense or not.
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Developer Magpie Games offers an update on Avatar Legends, confirming that the game will ship at a later date due to a paper shortage.
Avatar Legends, the crowd-funded tabletop RPG set in the universe of Avatar: The Last Airbender, will no longer ship in early 2022.
Announced via the game's official Kickstarter page, developer Magpie Games confirmed that the product will now launch in summer 2022. According to the post released by the studio, a supply chain shortage is responsible for the delay. "After a lot of digging and searching, we are sad to say that simply due to the volume of printed materials, we need to delay when you will be receiving the physical copies of the game," said Magpie Games. "It turns out that printing over 200,000 books—plus hundreds of thousands of journals, cards, and dice—will take much longer than usual due to cardboard and paper shortages. But even without those shortages, it’s just a very very high volume of books! Even if our printers manufacture ten thousand or more books a week… it would still take months to print all these books!"
While never explicitly stated, it's possible that the sheer success of Avatar Legends' crowdfunding campaign took Magpie Games by surprise. The RPG managed to raise a total of $9,535,317 USD, greatly surpassing its initial goal of $50,000 USD and going on to set the record for Kickstarter's highest funded role-playing game.
"We apologize for the shipping delay. We know it’s not ideal, and we’re so sad we can’t make magic happen," continued Magpie Games. "Sometimes journeys take longer than you planned them to, and while we know you’re all amazing, we want you to know we’re so grateful for all your patience and kindness as we’ve been figuring out how best to get you the books as quickly as we can." While the physical copies of the game will only ship in mid-2022, the complete digital version of the rulebook will be available to all backers in February 2022.
Built on the Powered by the Apocalypse system, Avatar Legends allows fans to tell and play through their own adventures set within the beloved universe. Game Masters can set their game in a variety of periods throughout the show's timeline, including Kyoshi's Era, Aang's Era and Korra's Era, while players can assume the role of daring adventures inspired by character archetypes from the TV series. The system allows fans to create element benders or focus their strengths on standard combat abilities, such as martial arts or swordplay.
Roanoke, Virginia - The Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs of the Southern Professional Hockey League will host a Nickelodeon Night Featuring SpongeBob SquarePants on Saturday, January 15 when the professional ice hockey team takes to the ice against the Fayetteville Marksmen. The game will take place at the Dawgs' home ground of Berglund Center.
The Cincinnati Cyclones and Blackhawks wear SpongeBob SquarePants and Patrick Star jerseys for Nickelodeon Night in March 2018.
Gates open at 6:00 pm, with the puck dropping at 7:05 pm.
The team will wear specialty jerseys during the game. Wisler Plumbing and Air Family Four Packs are available.
The event is for fans of all ages.
Ticket prices start at $13 for adults and $11 for kids. Purchase tickets here.
Parking on site is $5.00 while available or utilize the free shuttle option from the Elmwood Park Garage (201 Tazewell Ave SE, Roanoke, VA 24016). No refunds or exchanges.
For more information, including the Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs' full promotional schedule visit https://www.railyarddawgs.com.
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COWABUNGA! Fresh from kicking shell in SMITE, it looks like the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are set to land in Fortnite!
A major new report is claiming that Epic Games is partnering with Paramount to bring new characters, including the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, to Fortnite!
In 2021, Epic Games rapidly expanded its partnership efforts to bring new characters and stories to Fortnite. That includes partnerships with comic book companies like DC Comic and Marvel, musicians like Nickelodeon alum Ariana Grande, continued film partnerships like with Star Wars and The Matrix, and many more. For any Fortnite fans that thought things would slow down in 2022, a new report hints at a major Epic Games partnership with Paramount that could bring the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and more to the battle royale.
The report comes from reliable leaker and rumormonger Shpeshal_Nick of the XboxEra podcast. In a recent recording, Shpeshal_Nick says that he's learned Epic Games and Paramount have recently signed a contract. The partnership is to bring Paramount properties to Fortnite in the future. The only specific example that Shpeshal_Nick is able to cite, however, is the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Shpeshal_Nick's sources are left unnamed, only saying that he "heard" the news, making it solidly a rumor.
While the extent of the partnership between Epic Games and Paramount is unclear, just looking at upcoming Paramount Pictures releases teases some crossover possibilities. Paramount is currently releasing a new Scream movie, Mission Impossible 7 and 8, the next Star Trek film, as well as films in the Transformers, Dungeons & Dragons, GI Joe, Beavis and Butt-Head, and Top Gun franchises.
But the most likely asset of the partnership is Paramount's production of Nickelodeon movies, as Nickelodeon is also owned by Paramount's parent company ViacomCBS. The list of properties therein includes SpongeBob SquarePants, Avatar: The Last Airbender, The Legend of Korra, and dozens of other cartoons, including the aforementioned Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - of which Paramount will be releasing a new theatrical movie and VOD content on Paramount+ in 2023. Given the lack of clarity regarding the partnership with Epic Games, just how much access is being provided to Nickelodeon properties isn't clear, but even a few would be an exciting crossover opportunity for Fortnite.
Nickelodeon previously teamed up with Fortnite in fall 2019 to being The Carnival of Doom to the game to celebrate the premiere of the network's Are You Afraid of the Dark? revival.
Shepshal Nick says he was told about the news when talking to his source about Paramount+, specifically concerning the upcoming Halo show. Because of this, he believes it's also possible that another form of Master Chief, the one we'll see in the show, will be added to Fortnite too, despite the game version of the character already being there. Other franchises that could appear in the game as part of the partnership are Transformers and South Park.
This could pretty much secure Forntite's place as the ultimate battle royale, as it would cover the unique selling point of its competitors, such as SMITE and PUBG.
As for when Fortnite players can expect to see the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles or any other Paramount crossover content, it's likely a season or few away. New content takes time to make, even if it's a priority for the development team. Plus, there's always the possibility that this rumor isn't true or that plans change. Stay tuned for more information later in 2022.
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles had a strong couple of years in the world of gaming. In 2020, Raphael, Michelangelo, Leonardo, and Donatello entered the arena in SMITE. The success continued into 2021 when one half of the gang starred in Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl - alongside April O'Neil and the Heroes in a Half Shell revisiting SMITE - and the success looks set to continue well into 2022 as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge is set to launch this year.
While Paramount’s supposed deal with Epic Games to allow its characters to be included as guest characters hasn’t been officially confirmed yet, the fun-loving and high-flying Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles would certainly be a good fit for the zany and colorful world of Fortnite. Even outside of the brothers themselves, the TMNT franchise is home to plenty of great characters Epic could mine for new playable Fortnite skins, from old fan-favorites like Splinter, Casey Jones and Shredder to contemporary faces like Alopex and Jennika. Of course, fans will have to wait for further word of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles appearing in the popular game.
Fortnite recently launched Chapter 3 in December, which added the aforementioned Spider-Man to the Island alongside Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s The Foundation and a treasure trove of new features and a completely reworked game map. Recent leaks suggest that Epic could be adding a “No Build” mode to Fortnite in 2022, which will take the game’s famous base-building mechanics out of the equation and give players a more traditional battle royale experience. In the meantime, players have uncovered Easter Eggs that hint at more Marvel characters joining the fun in Fortnite, including the X-Men and Spider-Man’s infamous nemesis, the Green Goblin.
Fortnite is available now on PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, as well as iOS and Android devices.
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