The central theme of the season is established here, as the world adapts to the permanent presence of spirits and the rebirth of a long-extinct culture.
Following Korra's decision to keep the spirit portals open, Republic City has become overgrown with giant spirit vines. These vines are indestructible and disrupt daily life, causing Korra's public approval rating to plummet to 8%. [S3E1] A Breath of Fresh Air
The episode introduces Zaheer , a dangerous prisoner held in a high-security White Lotus prison. Having suddenly gained airbending abilities, he uses them to overpower his guards and escape, setting out to liberate his equally dangerous associates. The central theme of the season is established
While dealing with the city's crisis, Korra and Asami spend time together, bonding over their past complicated relationships with Mako. This marks a significant shift in their dynamic from rivals to close friends. The episode introduces Zaheer , a dangerous prisoner
is the premiere episode of Season 3 (Book Three: Change ) of the animated series The Legend of Korra . Set two weeks after the world-altering "Harmonic Convergence," it explores a world where spirits and humans must coexist, and a massive shift has occurred in the elemental balance. Plot Summary
The Legend of Korra S3E1 "A Breath of Fresh Air" - TV Tropes