The theory to solve the biggest question about the Seven Havens
I was blessed with this Theory late at night by the Avatar gods about a year ago.
So I see everyone guessing about what the cataclysm was. BUT I wonder why is the Avatar hated, posed as a destroyer of humanity.
WELL I FIGURED IT OUT
Let's start right after the calamity. everything is in chaos, there is no stability in the world and necessities are scarce. One company sees this as their chance to rise above the rest. Their strong roots in produce, and their capability in technology brings them to the forefront! A power unmatched, all because they have the capability to provide a stable food supply. SO whether people liked it or not, the company and its products became synonymous with the survival of humanity.
But they have one thorn in their side, a being that since day one has brought fear to the bones of the company, A being which mere presence of, has brought disaster to their doorstep each and every time. THE AVATAR! Avatar Aang terrorized their founder, and it was only after Korra entered republic city that they were accused of producing weapons for terrorists.
So what else can they do, they must turn humanity against the Avatar, because the company's existence could collapse due to the Avatars mere presence. And in the end it's not so hard to vilify the avatar after all they have extensive wealth and influence in the Seven Havens. And Finally, let me ask you, would a person not a destroyer of humanity if they are a threat to those that allowed its survival, are they not a threat when they destroy the crop that the company works so hard to supply, the BEAUTIFUL and DELICIOUS CABBAGE!!!
THAT'S RIGHT LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, IT'S THE CABBAGE CORPORATION.
I conclude that the Cabbage Corporation used their immense influence and wealth within the seven nations to vilify the Avatar.
I rest my case