Hey, y'all!
Episode 55 is about to come to a conclusion.
Previously in this episode:
Mermista and Sea Hawk literally cannot survive without each other!
While Adora just isn't the same without her Catra.
https://she-raandtheprincessesofpower.fandom.com/f/p/4400000000000036869
Catra faces demons in the woods, but then reunites with Adora in a most surprisingly satisfying way.
https://she-raandtheprincessesofpower.fandom.com/f/p/4400000000000036950
Glimmer imparts her fears to Bow, and they share more in common than they realized.
https://she-raandtheprincessesofpower.fandom.com/f/p/4400000000000037052
Adora tries to fix a mess, and Catra simply can't be bothered.
https://she-raandtheprincessesofpower.fandom.com/f/p/4400000000000037143
Castaspella shows Micah how amazing Glimmer is.
https://she-raandtheprincessesofpower.fandom.com/f/p/4400000000000037282
Boredom drives Adora a little nuts!
https://she-raandtheprincessesofpower.fandom.com/f/p/4400000000000037413
And Adora invites Catra on an adventure.
https://she-raandtheprincessesofpower.fandom.com/f/p/4400000000000037512
Now, in this final part, it turns out that somebody did say, "Swift Wind!"
Enjoy!
Some time later, on the balcony of Bright Moon, Swift Wind stands proudly with Adora beside him, her hand resting affectionately on his flank. They both stare expectantly at Catra, who stands with her arms folded, clearly not altogether comfortable with the situation.
Adora: So, Catra, are you ready for the [emphasizing] inspection tour?
Catra: [after a beat] What?
Adora: You know. [smiling and making vague motions with her head toward Swift Wind, winking at Catra] The tour . . . of the stables of Etheria.
Catra: [tentatively] Oh, right. Of course.
Swift Wind: [to Catra, slightly condescendingly] I realize that the unification of all horse-kind sounds like a noble and daunting task, but Adora can help show you the ropes.
Swift Wind turns away and begins prancing majestically, while Adora gives Catra a winning smile.
Swift Wind: [oblivious, in his own world] You see, we share a sacred bond, which, to be honest, practically demands quests of destiny. [turning back toward Catra and tossing his head] Adora and I, we’re on the same wavelength. So I wasn’t surprised at all when she offered to aid her loyal steed in this most noble of missions.
Catra looks uncertainly toward Adora, not so pleased.
Adora: [looking at Catra pointedly] Aaaand there must be horse clans all over the place, right? So, we’d have to travel all over Etheria to find them all, huh Swiftie?
Catra and Adora share a look, and Catra smiles.
Swift Wind: [musing] Very true, Adora. [back to Catra, his eyes a bit narrowed] Adora and I make a great team. She helps me keep my focus, and I help her to stay calm and looking on the bright side in the face of challenge and adversity. [with pride] I also make sure her hair flows epicly in the wind. [studying Catra’s short fur a little contemptuously] For you, no promises.
Catra meets his gaze with a cold glare.
Catra: [a little miffed] Don’t worry. I won’t ask for any favors. Let’s just go.
Catra moves forward, and Swift Wind visibly bristles. Adora holds up her hands between them.
Adora: [firmly] Wait a minute.
They both pause and look at her, blinking.
Adora: There’s something I have to say.
Adora gently touches the side of Swift Wind’s face and turns to Catra.
Adora: Catra, I do share a sacred bond with Swift Wind, and it’s very important to me.
Then, she touches Catra’s shoulder with her other hand and turns to Swift Wind.
Adora: And Swift Wind, you need to know that Catra and I share a bond, too.
Catra and Swift Wind both look a little surprised at the emotion in her words.
Adora: And that bond is just as deep and important to me. So what I’m saying is . . . [looking from one to the other] I love you both . . . so we’re a team. That’s how it is.
Catra smiles at Adora, her eyes speaking her silent gratitude. She turns to Swift Wind and holds out a hand.
Catra: [with conviction] All right. Then that’s how it is.
Swift Wind looks down at Catra’s hand, then to Adora, who is smiling at him. He straightens up his neck and then lifts one fore-hoof to touch Catra’s hand.
Swift Wind: Team Adora. Good enough for me. [nodding] Catra.
Catra: [nodding] Swift Wind.
Adora, leans in, smiling with unhidden excitement at this shared moment.
Adora: [teasing] Ooo. Can -- can I join the team, too?!
Swift Wind and Catra stare at her, as Adora falls into giggles, leaning with a hand on each of their shoulders. Catra looks from Adora to Swift Wind, and all at once, Adora’s laughter snaps them out of the solemnity of the moment. First Catra and then Swift Wind joins in, affected by Adora’s silly, happy mood.
After a few moments, Swift Wind lifts his head, sniffing the air.
Swift Wind: [with enthusiasm] Ahhh, smell that air! That’s prime noble mission air! [turning toward his friends] Come on, team. Climb aboard!
Adora eagerly swings herself up astride the back of her noble steed. She reaches down to Catra, smiling. There is a moment of nervous hesitation, as Catra steels herself for the idea of flight. Then, Catra nods and takes her hand, leaping up behind Adora.
Adora: [turning back to Catra reassuringly] Hold me tight, okay?
Catra: [smirking] You don’t have to tell me tuh-wah-eece!!
And they are both thrown back as Swift Wind leaps into the air. Catra squeezes Adora’s waist with teeth clenched.
Adora: [loving it] Wooooooohooooo!!!
[End of Episode 55]