The newly released Avatar: Seven Havens series is drawing viewers in, with its first three episodes capturing the essence of the original Avatar: The Last Airbender. Amidst the critical reception and the reintroduction of beloved elements, a subtle detail in Episode 3 has sparked speculation about the return of a fan-favorite recurring gag: the "My cabbages!" guy.
This particular running joke, which originated with a perpetually unlucky cabbage vendor whose cart was repeatedly destroyed, has been a staple throughout the franchise. It even extended to The Legend of Korra, where the cabbage merchant's son, Lau Gan-Lan, took over the family business and founded Cabbage Corp in Republic City.
Given the post-apocalyptic setting of Seven Havens, the possibility of such a mundane element appearing seemed uncertain. The early episodes depict a harsh, dust-choked world where food appears primarily brown and foliage is strangely geometric. However, a specific moment in Episode 3 introduces a visual that could signify the potential for cabbages to exist in this new environment.
The screenshot features what looks like cauliflower, a cruciferous vegetable closely related to cabbage. Both vegetables share similar growing conditions, with cabbage being notably easier to cultivate. The presence of cauliflower suggests that the environment in Seven Havens could indeed support cabbage farming, making a return of the "My cabbages!" reference seem plausible.
While the connection to the original cabbage merchant or his descendants remains to be seen, the established lore through Lau Gan-Lan indicates a potential continuation of the family business. The cataclysmic events that reshaped the world after The Legend of Korra likely ended Cabbage Corp's reign, but the family's entrepreneurial spirit might endure.
With ten episodes remaining in its first season, Avatar: Seven Havens has ample opportunity to develop this thread and reintroduce the beloved gag. Although the cauliflower stand is a small clue, it provides enough hope for fans eager to see the cabbage merchant's legacy continue.