Talk:Amon/@comment-5166839-20120613031718

My wife and I are huge fans of ATLA, and have really been enjoying LoK. We offer the following theory on Amon...

First - Whatever he does to steal bending is NOT "energy bending". Notice the difference between his technique and Avatar Aang's; Aang not only touches the two pressure points on the head, but also the heart. Amon's method is different.

Second - In terms of identity, we've yet to see anyone suggest an embodiment / incarnation of Wan Shi Tong.

Besides his vast knowledge, the other thing that stands out about Wan Shi Tong in ATLA Bk2Ep10 is his blame of humans for misusing knowledge to kill each other (notice Amon hasn't killed anyone - only taken bending).

If Amon is some kind of embodiement of Wan Shi Tong;

A) It explains why he's so "bent" (sorry I couldn't help it) on bringing equality among the human race. If he can't remove knowledge that gives an unfair advantage to some, maybe he can just take away the advantage all together. It's why he is "the solution".

B) It explains why he resisted Tarlok's blood bending - he's a spirit being, not a human.

C) It explains his vast knowledge of fighting styles.

D) It explains why he would know a technique to take away bending.

E) It's a possible reason as to why he wears the mask. (Don't you agree they look sort of similar?)

Well, that's our theory anyway. Love to hear what you all think........