3Below: Tales of Arcadia - Truth Be Told (S1E11)
Aja decides to tell Steve she’s actually an alien, but her confession is cut short by a visit from the Zeron Brotherhood.
| Runtime (min) | 24 |
|---|---|
| TMDB Rating | 7.0 (4 votes) |
| Air Date | 2018-12-21 |
| Genres | Animation, Family, Comedy, Sci-Fi & Fantasy |
| TV Rating | TV-Y7-FV |
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Storyline
Storyline
Aja is determined to reveal her true identity to Steve, wanting to come clean about being an alien. However, just as she begins her heartfelt confession, their moment is interrupted by the unexpected arrival of the Zeron Brotherhood, a group that poses a significant threat to her safety and secrets.
This interruption not only complicates Aja's plans but also brings tension and excitement as she must navigate the dangers posed by the Brotherhood while trying to maintain her friendship with Steve. The episode explores themes of honesty, friendship, and the challenges of living a double life.
What Parents Say
This episode touches on important themes such as honesty and the complexities of friendship, particularly when secrets are involved. Aja's struggle to share her true self with Steve is relatable for many young viewers who may also feel pressure to hide parts of their identity.
The introduction of the Zeron Brotherhood adds an element of suspense, demonstrating how external pressures can complicate personal relationships. Parents may appreciate the way the show balances humor and action while addressing deeper emotional issues.
What Children Can Learn
Kids can learn about the importance of honesty and the value of being true to oneself. Aja's internal conflict about revealing her alien identity serves as a metaphor for the challenges many face in their own lives when it comes to sharing their true selves with others.
The episode also highlights the importance of friendship and support during difficult times. Aja and Steve's bond is tested by external threats, illustrating that true friends stand by each other even when faced with challenges.
Five Most Asked Questions
| Question | Answer |
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| What is Aja's secret that she wants to tell Steve? | Aja wants to confess to Steve that she is actually an alien. Throughout the episode, she struggles with how to reveal her true identity, showcasing her desire for honesty in their friendship. |
| How does the Zeron Brotherhood affect the storyline? | The Zeron Brotherhood's sudden appearance interrupts Aja's confession and introduces a significant threat to her and Steve. Their presence escalates the tension and conflict in the episode, forcing Aja to prioritize her safety. |
| What themes are explored in this episode? | This episode explores themes of honesty, friendship, and the complexities of living a double life. Aja's challenge in revealing her identity to Steve reflects broader issues of self-acceptance and the fear of being judged. |
| How does Aja's decision impact her relationship with Steve? | Aja's internal struggle to share her secret with Steve complicates their friendship. The interruption by the Zeron Brotherhood highlights the challenges of maintaining relationships when secrets and external threats are involved. |
| What can kids learn from Aja's experience? | Kids can learn the importance of being truthful and open with friends. Aja's journey teaches viewers that while it can be difficult to share personal truths, genuine friendships can withstand challenges when built on trust and support. |
Cast
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Writing
Directing
- Elaine Bogan — Director
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | When their planet's monarchy is overthrown by a coup, royal alien teens Aja and Krel flee to Earth accompanied by their brutish bodyguard. |
| 1 | 2 | After crash-landing in the town of Arcadia, the royals -- now disguised as humans -- search for suitable technology to power their ship. |
| 1 | 3 | Krel builds a mind-reading device in hopes of blending in with humans. Elsewhere, General Morando dispatches bounty hunters to track down the royals. |
| 1 | 4 | Royal super-fan Stuart offers to help eradicate an alien beetle infestation before it exposes the siblings' true identities. |
| 1 | 5 | The royals take a driver’s ed class, hoping to find parts for their ship. Instead, they're led on a high-speed chase with the Zeron Brotherhood! |
| 1 | 6 | A giant troll wreaks havoc at the school science fair, threatening to expose both the troll world -- and the royals’ true identities. |
| 1 | 7 | Aja and Krel are summoned by the school board to produce proper identification. Zadra discovers the identity of the traitor who aided the coup. |
| 1 | 8 | An incoming message from Akiridion-5 alarms Vex. Meanwhile, the arrival of bounty hunters ruins the royals' outing in the woods with friends. |
| 1 | 9 | The royal heirs look for Aja's missing serrator in the forest, where they mistake Trollhunter Jim Lake's Amulet of Daylight for her lost weapon. |
| 1 | 10 | In a daring heist, the royals and Stuart infiltrate a high-security military base in hopes of stealing the final part to power the mothership. |
| 1 | 11 | Aja decides to tell Steve she’s actually an alien, but her confession is cut short by a visit from the Zeron Brotherhood. |
| 1 | 12 | The royals celebrate their last day of school -- and on Earth -- with friends, but Zadra's arrival with revelations of betrayal shakes them to the core. |
| 1 | 13 | Alpha unleashes a barrage of attacks on the siblings, enabling Omen to hijack the ship and take the royal cores. Will this be the end of House Tarron? |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | Left vulnerable after Omen's attack, the royal heirs look to conceal their damaged ship but are soon confronted by the bounty hunter Magmatron. |
| 2 | 2 | Aja and Krel enlist Stuart to help find their former ally, who’s being held prisoner at a bounty hunter outpost on the moon. |
| 2 | 3 | With General Morando's invasion of Earth imminent, Krel tries to stop the fleet's advance with unwitting help from the kids of Arcadia. |
| 2 | 4 | Mother, the AI controlling the royals’ ship, reflects on keeping the peace between her quarreling family. Morando discovers a secret hidden on Earth. |
| 2 | 5 | Colonel Kubritz stages a phony quarantine of Arcadia High School in a ploy to capture the royals -- and their advanced weapons technology. |
| 2 | 6 | Stuart gets an unexpected visit from his ex-girlfriend. Krel helps Toby and Eli produce a short film, "Kleb or Alive," for a local contest. |
| 2 | 7 | Unable to stop an asteroid hurtling toward Earth, Kubritz pleads with the royals to help destroy it by offering stored alien technology from Area 49B. |
| 2 | 8 | Krel builds a prototype device that will create a wormhole back to Akiridion-5, but Luug swallows it whole before it can be tested further. |
| 2 | 9 | The last defenders of House Tarron face off against General Morando and his army of Omen robots in an all-out battle for survival. |
| 2 | 10 | With General Morando searching for Gaylen's Core, Aja and Krel must travel into their parents' subconscious to learn the core's location first. |
| 2 | 11 | After learning the location of Gaylen’s Core, Toby calls Trollhunter Jim Lake, and Blinky advises the royals to consult the Soothscryer. |
| 2 | 12 | As the town of Arcadia gathers for the premiere of "Kleb or Alive," an army of Omens, led by an armored Kubritz, makes plans to lure out the royals. |
| 2 | 13 | With the fate of the universe at stake, the royal heirs and their allies must gather their forces for the ultimate battle to defeat General Morando. |
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