Kya, Aang, and her brother, Sokka, were all fleeing Zuko who was aboard his ship. They encountered a sea serpent, but it took interest in Zuko's ship rather than them which allowed them to escape to an island. When there, Kya practiced her waterbending, but was unable to control it well; Aang offered her some advice and demonstrated the correct leg stance. When Sokka demanded they help search for food, Kya was reluctant to leave Aang, "the world's last hope", and so Sokka went off in a huff. Kya and Aang waited around and engaged in a slightly awkward conversation before Momo alerted them to danger.