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If they just turn Skylor into Kai's lovey dovey girlfriend, as she was characterized as such in the letter at the sketch during comicon this year.

Regardless of the quality or how contrived kailor may be in canon (seriously you can count the number of notable interactions they have from S5 - DRS4 on one hand, and that's not even hyperbole), I am perfectly fine with it being canon, however, I would hate to see her get the Pixal treatment.

Hunted was one of my favorite, if not favorite, seasons, and Skylor was one of my most beloved characters from that season, as well as the dynamic she had with Nya and Lloyd. I know it's just a sketch, so it's not guaranteed that this will translate to show, but I still feel like this isn't out of the question given Dragons Rising's track record so far.

I'm starting to loose hope in her return, as their addressing, not even her character, the relationship in a panel. Even if she doesn't show up in DR, maybe in the next show with a set of new head writers? Anyways, thoughts?

The fate of these two characters was pretty unadressed and ambiguous until the canon scene at this most recent SDCC panel.

The scene kind of felt like the writers were trying explain away what happened to Skylor and Misako. They didn't see a place in the story for them, so they have just been absent for 4 seasons now. Similar to how they were in the previous show, but they aren't even mentioned in DR.

It kind of felt like they were just saying, Misako is not lost and Kailor is not dead. Is that just me? I want to have hope that they'll show up, but it would be kind of awkward to explain why they're in the story now. Especially since DR is ending next year with Dragons Fury. Maybe a cameo similar to Dareth and Fugidove?

Also, side note, why did they continue the trend of Dareth being unnecessarily rude, and maybe still probably kind of sexist, from Skybound. Why was he arbitrarily sending hate mail only to Sora. 😭

And why did they try to imply through Sora and Kai's dialogue that there might be undressed emotional and familial baggage between Lloyd and Misako, even though that hasn't been a plot point in around 14 years, and Lloyd has been shown to care pretty unconditionally about Misako since.

Anyways, thoughts?

I know it's unlikely he'll ever enter the main story again as a central /side character the way he was during the original series, but I would like to see him reunite with the ninja and interact with the new ninja.

Especially Arin and Wyldfyre. Thoughts?

Now that we know Dragons Rising will end next year, what kind of format of storytelling are we hoping for? As much as I did enjoy a lot of the aspects that the 11 minute era of Ninjago gave us, I've certainly enjoyed the return to the 22 episode format.

However, now that it's pretty confirmed 2028 will include a new series, do we think that were going to be sticking to the large overarching whole series spanding format of storytelling DR has, go back to the single season format where it's set up with the "this is what were doing this season" (Even though Ninjago still kind of does this with DR), something in between like the Oni Trilogy (which is what I'm personally hoping for), or something new entirely.

GIven how Ninjago has gone through many "eras" and how DR has struggled in the past with building up certain concepts for several parts, such as the forbidden five, only for it to kind of go to waste, do we think the formatting for "parts" or seasons will be changed at all?

What are some of the funniest or most comedic images or gifs from the show. I'll go first with Wu fighting the ninja from everyone's favorite episode of S11 /j.

Now that Season 4 Part 1 has been released and are waiting for part 2 (I pray everyday for no leaks, depsite how badly I want to see more Ninjago), what are your favorite ships or rare pairs? What are you hoping to see in Part 2 in relation to character interactions/relationship development?

I hadn't given much thought about it in general before, so I decided to make a tierlist. That's still a thing the internet does right?

I tried to include the best ship, Destiny's Bounty, but I couldn't. It was too peak.

Jaya, and Pixane: Just the OG's, what isn't there to love. Although I wish Pixane, and Pixal in general honestly, had more development or relevance. I'm not holding my breath for Part 2 Pixal Content given what Doc Wyatt has posted, but I can dream about Pixane being involved and working together in a major plotline. One day maybe.

Lloykita, Lava, Techtonic, Airjitzu: I know that technically these aren't canon, but their just adorable. I know not every ninja needs a relationship, but Part 1 gave us Airjitzu and I'm willing to ride that gust. Part 1 also really made me like Techtonic. I didn't really care for it, but we got bonding over shared parental struggles, mutual trust, and cute moments! Yes! Also loved the Lloyd and Akita plotline from SotFS, and I really hope they bring Akita back and give something to develop their relationship more in Part 2 (now that we know it'll be set in the never realm).

The only ship here that I expect to get some eyebrow raises is lava, but I just like them and I feel like the way the show frames their relationship, particularly in the second half of the OG show isn't strictly platonic, it that makes sense. It's not something the casual viewer would pick up on, but if you look, there's always something to chew on. Also the first thing Kai decided to do after reuniting with Cole in S4 Part 1 was to flirt. Liiiike, Alright bro.

Couple Goals tier: RobyFyre is cool and I love my rare pairs. I wish there was more faith x jet jack content. I'm happy Wyldfyre found someone that loves her for her, and I totally support the dynamic that if Roby ever broke up with her that Kai would be ready to end that man, lol.

I could see Conia, Wolfcat, or even greenflower, to an extent, happening, but I don't think it'll ever happen in the show with the direction Dragons Rising is taking. Although I can see the appeal of these ships.

Alright tier: Ships are alright. I can see why people ship it. Not really my cup of tea, but I can enjoy the fanworks that come out of it (Garmasako and Geode, Cough cough). Everything else I just don't really care for much, or I feel is very underdeveloped by the show.

Anyways, what do guys think? What are your favorite ships or pairings? Doesn't even have to romantic. I really love Arin and Sora's friendship (sciepie duo is a genious name) for example. I'm sure the comments under this post will be very kind and civil. /s