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Dragons: The Nine Realms - A Hole New World (S1E3)
Tom and Jun encounter unexpected dangers and are separated while exploring the Hidden Realm of dragons. Tom introduces Jun to the dragon world, and Jun bonds with a dragon of her own – Wu and Wei.
| Runtime (min) | 23 |
|---|---|
| TMDB Rating | 9.0 (2 votes) |
| Air Date | 2021-12-23 |
| Genres | Animation, Action & Adventure |
| TV Rating | TV-Y7-FV |
| Network(s) | Hulu, Peacock |
Storyline
Tom decides to bring Jun into the Hidden Realm, revealing the secret underground dragon world he discovered. As they descend into the fissure, Jun is awestruck by the vibrant, dangerous ecosystem filled with dragons of all kinds. Tom wants to share his bond with Thunder and show Jun that dragons can be allies, not threats.
During their exploration, the two friends become separated when the terrain proves more treacherous than expected. Jun encounters a unique two-headed Mist Twister dragon and, despite initial fear, begins to form a connection with the creature she names Wu and Wei. Meanwhile, Tom searches for Jun while navigating the realm's hazards. By the episode's end, Jun has bonded with her own dragon, cementing her place as Tom's partner in exploring this hidden world and setting the stage for their future adventures together.
What kids learn
This episode teaches children about the value of sharing important discoveries with trusted friends. Tom's decision to bring Jun into the Hidden Realm demonstrates that meaningful experiences become richer when shared with people we care about, even when it means revealing closely guarded secrets. His willingness to trust Jun reinforces lessons about friendship and inclusion.
Jun's experience bonding with Wu and Wei illustrates how initial fear can transform into connection when we approach the unfamiliar with curiosity rather than hostility. Her journey from apprehension to acceptance models emotional courage and open-mindedness. Children learn that building relationships—whether with people or animals—requires patience, respect, and a willingness to see beyond first impressions.
The episode also emphasizes problem-solving under pressure. When Tom and Jun become separated, both must rely on their own resourcefulness and judgment. This teaches children that while teamwork is valuable, developing individual confidence and decision-making skills is equally important, especially when facing unexpected challenges.
Parents' top 5 questions
| Question | Answer |
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| Is it scary when Tom and Jun get separated in the Hidden Realm? | The separation creates tension but is handled in an age-appropriate way. The episode focuses on both characters' resourcefulness rather than dwelling on fear. Jun's encounter with Wu and Wei has some startling moments when she first meets the two-headed dragon, but the tone quickly shifts to curiosity and bonding. The dangers are real enough to create stakes but not so intense that younger viewers will be frightened. |
| What does this episode teach about keeping secrets versus sharing them? | Tom's decision to reveal the Hidden Realm to Jun demonstrates thoughtful trust rather than impulsive secret-sharing. The episode shows that some secrets can and should be shared with the right people at the right time. Tom evaluates Jun's character and decides she's trustworthy and capable of handling this knowledge responsibly. This provides a good framework for discussing with children when sharing confidential information is appropriate and when discretion is necessary. |
| Is the two-headed dragon Wu and Wei frightening for younger children? | Wu and Wei's appearance is unusual but presented as fascinating rather than terrifying. The Mist Twister's two heads have distinct personalities, which adds humor and charm to the character. Jun's initial wariness quickly gives way to affection, modeling how to approach unfamiliar creatures with respect. The dragon's design is creative and colorful, making it more whimsical than scary for most children in the target age range. |
| Does this episode show the characters taking dangerous risks without adult supervision? | Tom and Jun do venture into the Hidden Realm without informing adults, which some parents may want to discuss. However, the episode balances this with consequences—they face real dangers and must problem-solve their way through difficulties. This creates an opportunity to talk with children about the difference between adventure stories and real-life decision-making, and why consulting trusted adults before exploring unknown places is important in the real world. |
| What makes Jun's bonding with Wu and Wei significant for the series? | Jun's bond with Wu and Wei establishes her as Tom's equal partner in dragon exploration rather than just a sidekick. The episode emphasizes that she has her own unique connection with dragons and brings different strengths to their partnership. This development teaches children about collaborative friendship where both people contribute meaningfully. It also shows that everyone can find their own path and form their own special relationships, even within shared experiences. |
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| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
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| 1 | 1 | Moving to an exotic new home, an adventurous teenager meets a new group of kids and discovers a dragon in the fissure. |
| 1 | 2 | Tom forges a friendship with the dragon and discovers an entire world of dragons within the fissure. |
| 1 | 3 | Tom and Jun encounter unexpected dangers and are separated while exploring the Hidden Realm of dragons. Tom introduces Jun to the dragon world, and Jun bonds with a dragon of her own – Wu and Wei. |
| 1 | 4 | Tom and Jun take a risk in revealing the secret of the Hidden Realm to D’Angelo to aid an injured dragon, and D’Angelo bonds with Plowhorn. |
| 1 | 5 | Tom and the others debate how to keep the dragons a secret, even as a rambunctious young “cloaking” dragon gets loose in town and pursues a friendship with a Alex. |
| 1 | 6 | Tom and the Riders try to save ICARIS when it's revealed to be in danger from a monstrous dragon. |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | Jun breaks the rules by sneaking a small, adorable dragon out of the Crystal Realm and bringing it home, but finds that her older brother, Eugene, has arrived and watches her every move. |
| 2 | 2 | Tom has to keep his mom, Olivia, distracted while Jun, Alex, and D’Angelo use a new dragon to close off a cave leading to the Crystal Realm, and prevent her from discovering the dragons. |
| 2 | 3 | When Feather is taken by a group of what appear to be zombie dragons, Alex finds her inner hero and rescues her friend. |
| 2 | 4 | Tom and Thunder train a new species of aggressive tidal dragons to help the other riders put out a forest fire threatening ICARIS. |
| 2 | 5 | Tom and D’Angelo must come together to help Alex and Jun escape the clutches of the Spiderwings. |
| 2 | 6 | Tom and the riders go in search of Thunder and must face a gauntlet of dangerous dragons to find their lost friend. Along the way, Tom reveals his big secret to D’Angelo and Alex. |
| 2 | 7 | Tom and the riders help Thunder, who is seeking revenge against the dragons that chased off his family. |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 1 | Tom hatches an unorthodox plan to use a Monstrous Nightmare to test Alex's new fire suit, endangering the secret of dragons. |
| 3 | 2 | After a fight with her mom, Jun joins Tom on an adventure into the Fire Realm, where her knowledge of myths saves the day. |
| 3 | 3 | When a tiny Fireworm dragon ends up at ICARIS, Alex must decide between her mom's excitement and keeping the dragon secret. |
| 3 | 4 | During an attempt to get displaced Fire Gronckles back to their native realm, D'Angelo accidentally feeds them Catastrophic Quaken eggs. |
| 3 | 5 | Eugene discovers the Lair and demands a dragon of his own. |
| 3 | 6 | The dragon riders must sneak a very sick Magma Breather into the ICARIS infirmary. |
| 3 | 7 | The Sky Torcher and Flame Throwers invade the Crystal Realm; Tom must conquer his demons and bond with the Fault Ripper to defeat the Sky Torcher. |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 1 | Tom and the riders discover the Ice Realm and find Buzzsaw inside. |
| 4 | 2 | Alex and Eugene find themselves at odds with Tom and their fellow dragon riders when Feathers and Webmaster go missing during a blizzard in the Ice Realm. |
| 4 | 3 | Jun struggles to convince Tom to trust her faith in myths over the Book of Dragons when they venture to a place that his book seems to say is extremely dangerous. |
| 4 | 4 | Tom’s leadership abilities come into question by Eugene when his decisions lead to failure while attempting to confront Buzzsaw. |
| 4 | 5 | Tom and Thunder discover a baby Nightlight and must bring him back to Thunder’s home realm. |
| 4 | 6 | When Thunder’s clan of fellow Nightlights is attacked by the Snow Wraith, Tom vows to rescue them. |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 1 | While punished, Tom must sneak out to rescue the Riders from Buzzsaw. |
| 5 | 2 | Tom orchestrates a “safe” tour of the realms to convince Olivia that the Hidden World is safe for them to explore. |
| 5 | 3 | A mischievous new breed of dragons called Vine Tails steal the Book of Dragons. |
| 5 | 4 | Tom and the riders must work together to rescue Eugene from a dragon’s nest. |
| 5 | 5 | Tom must rescue Olivia from the Hidden World when she winds up getting herself frozen by a pack of hungry Speed Stingers. |
| 5 | 6 | When a deep freeze puts the lives of everyone in Rakke Town in jeopardy, the riders must attempt to use the dragons to get the humans through the night without being seen. |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | 1 | Tom struggles under the pressure of being the new ‘Dragon Whisperer’ for Rakke Town; Thunder rises to the occasion to help him. |
| 6 | 2 | When the parents leave for the night and tell the riders not to bring the dragons to the surface while they’re gone, D’Angelo and Eugene get locked in the hangar (with the dragons!) after Eugene triggers a security lockdown. |
| 6 | 3 | Jun forms an unlikely connection with Sledkin. |
| 6 | 4 | Eugene’s bond with Webmaster is put to the test when Webmaster leaves the group for a pack of Deathgrippers. |
| 6 | 5 | Tom sets out to prove Sledkin caused an explosion that injured a dragon in the Hidden World. |
| 6 | 6 | When the dragons fall victim to Buzzsaw’s poison darts, D struggles to keep a cool head and find a cure while others panic. |
| 6 | 7 | Tom and the riders “borrow” the bathysphere to rescue a dragon from the depths of the Giant Realm Sea. |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
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| 7 | 1 | When Phil threatens to shut down D’Angelo’s new dragon hospital and ban dragons from ICARIS, D’Angelo and a little Hobgobbler have to change his mind. |
| 7 | 2 | While Tom struggles with admitting his feelings for Jun, the pair find themselves trapped inside a giant tree with an anxious colony of Woodchipper dragons. |
| 7 | 3 | Thunder must wrangle and lead the Hero Dragons in a desperate attempt to save Tom and the riders from a dangerous new dragon, The Glass Caster. |
| 7 | 4 | When Jun does a Tarot reading for the team, she interprets its meaning to be that the riders will disband! In an effort to defy this fate, Jun forces the group to stick together as they search for a dragon that has breached the Rakke Town eel barrier. |
| 7 | 5 | With the dragon riders disbanded, Eugene attempts to start his own Dragon Club. |
| 7 | 6 | When Thunder accidentally fries Alex’s tablet, Alex goes off on her own and is captured by Buzzsaw. |
| 7 | 7 | Tom and the riders must finally overcome their differences and come together as a team to survive the Dark Realm. |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
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| 8 | 1 | Tom attempts to defeat the World Serpent by emulating Hiccup. |
| 8 | 2 | Tom and the dragon riders foster displaced Hidden Realm dragons in Rakke Town but things get complicated when Mr. Rakke makes a surprise visit. |
| 8 | 3 | The Dragon riders enlist the aid of Carla and Hazel and their scientific knowledge to help them prepare for a mission to neutralize Jörmungandr so they can return him to his chamber and seal him back inside. |
| 8 | 4 | Tom and the riders must rescue Plowhorn from Sledkin when the villain abducts the dragon to help her find the Gods Realm and the Dragonsite jewel. |
| 8 | 5 | Tom’s overconfidence turns to frustration then despair as he struggles to procure the ingredients for Gronckle Iron in hopes of building a trap to stop the World Serpent. |
| 8 | 6 | After a major miscalculation by Tom in 225 leaves the fate of the Realms in jeopardy, Jun and the riders rally behind Tom and Thunder to face off against the World Serpent. |
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