'Avatar: Fire and Ash': Finale Explained & What to Expect in the Next Movies

The third installment of James Cameron's epic Avatar saga, Fire and Ash, has finally arrived in theaters. The movie deepens the conflict with humans, introduces new clans, reveals secrets, and sets the stage for future installments.

Now, let's review the key events of the finale and discuss what viewers can expect from Avatar 4 and Avatar 5.

Tlalim Clan: Who Are They?

Sully's family and Spider are fleeing persecution and find refuge with the Tlalim Clan, also known as the Windtraders.

Led by Peylak, this unique tribe constantly travels across Pandora in enormous, jellyfish-like airships.

The Windtraders maintain strict neutrality by engaging in trade and avoiding involvement in other people's wars. This initial reluctance makes them hesitant to accept the hunted fugitives.

Mangkwan Clan: Who Are They?

The antagonists in the third movie are the Mangkwan, also known as the Fire Clan or the Ash People. After her village was destroyed by a volcanic eruption and the other clans and the goddess Eywa failed to come to her aid, the warrior Varang was filled with hatred for everyone.

This rage made her the perfect ally for Colonel Quaritch, who supplied her people with human weapons. Not only is Varang a skilled warrior, she has also harnessed the element of fire and learned to control the minds of the Na'vi using special substances.

How Was Spider Able to Breathe on Pandora?

When the oxygen supply was almost depleted, Kiri saved Spider by using her unique connection with Eywa. Through her connection to the planet's biological network, she enabled Spider to ingest a tiny living organism.

This transformed the young man into a human-Na'vi hybrid. His organs transformed, allowing him to breathe Pandora's atmosphere. He later even grew a tail to communicate with animals.

However, this transformation also made Spider a valuable subject for the RDA Corporation experiments, which put his life in danger.

What Is the Connection Between Kiri And Eywa?

The movie finally revealed Kiri's origin story. She has no biological father – the goddess Eywa nurtured a seed in the avatar of the deceased Dr. Grace Augustine. Therefore, Kiri is literally "Eywa's daughter," which explains her unprecedented spiritual connection with the planet.

Realizing her nature, Kiri becomes a powerful conduit between the Na'vi and Eywa, capable of directing Pandora's flora and fauna against their enemies.

What Happened to Quaritch?

In the final battle, Quaritch helps Spider escape and then apparently deliberately falls into the fiery chasm himself, preferring possible death to captivity.

However, his death is not depicted, leaving open the possibility of his return. Throughout the film, he begins to doubt his mission. His connection to Pandora awakens, and his relationship with Varang may have consequences – perhaps even a child.

What Will 'Avatar 4' & 'Avatar 5' Be About?

The fourth movie is scheduled for release on December 21, 2029, and will continue the main storylines. Having suffered losses, the RDA Corporation will prepare a new attack, with the Spider, the key to human life on Pandora, as its primary target.

Dr. Augustine's allies will study his transformation. Kiri will act as the narrator and become a central figure in the search for a peaceful solution.

According to Cameron's plans, the fifth movie, scheduled for release on December 19, 2031, may shift to Earth. This hints at a global resolution to the conflict and the establishment of a fragile peace between humans and the Na'vi.

The success of these movies could pave the way for Avatar 6 and Avatar 7, further expanding the universe.

What Did Critics & Viewers Think of 'Avatar: Fire and Ash'?

• Avatar: Fire and Ash has 66% from critics and 91% from viewers on Rotten Tomatoes.

• On IMDb, the movie has a score of 7.5/10.

• On Letterboxd, Avatar: Fire and Ash scored 3.7/5.0.

Where to Watch 'Avatar: Fire and Ash'?

Avatar: Fire and Ash is currently playing in theaters.