Aang, Katara, Zuko, Toph, and Haru depart the Western Air Temple for bending practice, but before they take flight on Appa, Zuko justifies leaving the nonbenders of the group behind by quipping that they would get caught in the crossfire of the benders' elements. Feeling dejected, Sokka tells Teo and The Duke that the benders were not aware of what they were missing while they were gone. With the knowledge that, in fact, nothing ever happens while the benders are out, Sokka builds a clubhouse so that the benders might see it upon their return. When Aang tries to enter the club later that night, Sokka stops him, informing the Avatar that it is a bend-free establishment. Although Aang still wishes to get in, Katara encourages him to leave it alone, as according to her, Sokka is only being a