Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts - Ratland (S1E6)
The wolves break the news to Scarlemagne as Kipo tries to crack her father’s code. Then Benson gives the burrow girl a 13th birthday surprise -- or two.
| Runtime (min) | 24 |
|---|---|
| TMDB Rating | 8.0 (5 votes) |
| Air Date | 2020-01-14 |
| Genres | Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Kids |
| TV Rating | TV-Y7 |
| Network(s) | Netflix |
Storyline
In this episode, Kipo and her friends arrive in Ratland, a sprawling city ruled by intelligent rats. While exploring this new territory, Kipo works to decipher her father's cryptic journal entries, hoping the code will lead her to him and reveal more about her own mysterious transformations. The wolves who have been traveling with Scarlemagne deliver important news to him about Kipo's whereabouts and abilities, setting up a potential confrontation.
Meanwhile, Benson realizes that Kipo has never celebrated a proper birthday and decides to throw her a surprise thirteenth birthday party with help from their friends. The celebration becomes a meaningful moment for Kipo, who has spent her entire life in an underground burrow without typical childhood experiences. The episode balances the ongoing search for Kipo's father with lighter moments of friendship and discovery, as Kipo continues to learn what life on the surface is really like while navigating the dangers that come with it.
What kids learn
This episode teaches children about the importance of friendship and thoughtfulness through Benson's gesture of organizing Kipo's first real birthday party. Kids see how paying attention to what others have missed out on and taking action to create special moments can have a profound impact on someone's life. The birthday celebration demonstrates that meaningful gifts don't have to be material—the gift of experience and inclusion matters deeply.
Children also learn about perseverance and problem-solving as Kipo works to decode her father's journal. Her determination to understand the clues he left behind shows kids that complex problems require patience and sustained effort. The episode illustrates that seeking help from friends and combining different perspectives can lead to breakthroughs that might not come from working alone.
The episode reinforces themes of adaptability and resilience as Kipo continues adjusting to surface life while managing her own mysterious changes. Kids observe how she balances serious challenges—like finding her father and understanding her powers—with embracing joyful moments when they arise, modeling emotional flexibility and the ability to appreciate good things even during difficult times.
Parents' top 5 questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is Scarlemagne learning about Kipo in this episode? | The wolves inform Scarlemagne about Kipo's location and her unique abilities, particularly her transformations. This intelligence-gathering sets up Scarlemagne as a more direct threat going forward, as he now has specific information about Kipo that makes her a target of interest. The episode positions this revelation as a turning point where Scarlemagne shifts from a distant villain to someone actively pursuing Kipo, raising the stakes for her journey. |
| Is the birthday party scene appropriate for young viewers? | The birthday celebration is entirely wholesome and age-appropriate, focusing on friendship and thoughtfulness. Benson's gesture of creating Kipo's first birthday party is sweet and heartfelt, emphasizing how friends can make someone feel valued and included. There's nothing concerning in these scenes—they're designed to be emotionally uplifting and to deepen the bonds between the characters while giving Kipo a normal childhood experience she's never had. |
| What is Kipo trying to decode from her father's journal? | Kipo works on deciphering coded messages her father left in his journal, hoping they'll provide clues to his whereabouts and possibly explain more about her own condition and transformations. The code-breaking subplot reinforces the mystery surrounding her family and her jaguar abilities. This thread keeps the overarching narrative moving forward while giving Kipo an active problem to solve rather than just wandering the surface aimlessly. |
| How does this episode develop Benson's character? | Benson's initiative in planning Kipo's birthday party reveals his empathy and attentiveness to others' needs. He recognizes that Kipo has missed out on normal childhood milestones and takes action to give her that experience, demonstrating emotional intelligence and kindness. This episode solidifies Benson as more than comic relief—he's a thoughtful friend who notices what others need and follows through, making him an important emotional anchor for the group. |
| Does this episode advance the main plot or is it mostly filler? | The episode balances plot advancement with character development effectively. The journal-decoding scenes move Kipo closer to finding her father, while Scarlemagne receiving intelligence about Kipo escalates the central conflict. The birthday party, though lighter in tone, isn't filler—it deepens character relationships and gives emotional weight to Kipo's fish-out-of-water experience. The episode demonstrates that character moments and plot progression can coexist meaningfully rather than competing for screen time. |
Writing
Directing
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Swept from her safe burrow, Kipo emerges in a wild surface world full of weird mutant animals. Will her new friends Wolf and Mandu help her get home? |
| 1 | 2 | Benson gets a jump on the Mod Frogs to save Kipo, Wolf and his little buddy Dave. But it'll take a hopping mad Mega Bunny to get them out of another jam. |
| 1 | 3 | Held captive by the brawling Timbercats, Kipo and pals must find the tough kitties’ leader, Yumyan Hammerpaw, if they want to avoid becoming cat food. |
| 1 | 4 | Leading an army of new allies, Kipo argues with Wolf about the best way to avoid a hissy fit on Umlaut Snäke turf. Can she talk it out with a Mega Mute? |
| 1 | 5 | Kipo and the gang act like a pack to cozy up to the nerdy Newton Wolves and use their telescope to find the burrow people. The hunt is on. |
| 1 | 6 | The wolves break the news to Scarlemagne as Kipo tries to crack her father’s code. Then Benson gives the burrow girl a 13th birthday surprise -- or two. |
| 1 | 7 | The friends stumble upon tardigrade dream-maker Tad Mulholland, who allows the gang to realize their bliss. But let's get real: It comes at a price. |
| 1 | 8 | Scarlemagne rallies his troops as Kipo searches for her next clue, which sends her into a trash canyon -- and into a hideaway for Fitness Raccoons. |
| 1 | 9 | A big secret’s out, and Wolf can’t deal. Meanwhile, Kipo must resist the urge to pet Mega Bunny babies before escaping from sticky Mod Frog Jamack. |
| 1 | 10 | It’s a high-jumping, thirsty Mega Flea vs. the Mega Dogs as Kipo closes in on the burrow. But has she also brought home disaster? |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | Kipo flies off to find Scarlemagne and save her father. But first, she’ll have to go through an old friend. Time to learn Timbercat survival skills. |
| 2 | 2 | Hoping to tap her inner strength, Kipo hitches a ride in search of the wise Chevre Sisters. Scarlemagne turns to Lio for help. The cheese sees all. |
| 2 | 3 | Kipo and the gang embark on a risky mission to Cappuccino’s Mute brunch spot and reconnect with an old frenemy. But will they all end up on the menu? |
| 2 | 4 | The chase continues for the old burrow, but first, Kipo and Wolf must keep their cool among the Deathstalkers. Scarlemagne makes a whopping discovery. |
| 2 | 5 | Kipo and company look for answers — and an anchor — in her parents’ old quarters. But are they alone? Above, mysterious forces gather against a ruler. |
| 2 | 6 | Fun Gus is among us. The chums frolic with the pushy player till a slippery helper arrives. Time to throw Kipo an anchor as the Mega Monkey moves on. |
| 2 | 7 | The Mega Jaguar rages out of control, but Benson has a knack for handling rowdy Mutes. Can the gang rely on Dr. Emilia — and Kipo herself? |
| 2 | 8 | From Hugo to Scarlemagne, from victim to villain, a tyrant tells his tale. Wolf, Benson and Dave hatch a plan that could blow up in their faces. |
| 2 | 9 | Game on. Kipo just won't give up hope when it comes to finding the good beneath the savagery. Can the Brunch Bunch flip the odds with flapjacks? |
| 2 | 10 | With a little help from friends, Kipo breaks the chains of mind control as chaos comes to the coronation. Will she sacrifice it all to save everyone? |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 1 | The hunt is on for Dr. Emilia, and friends start to vanish. It'll take teamwork to make Kipo's dream of a Human Mute Ultimate Friendship Alliance work. |
| 3 | 2 | Emilia's kidnapping her way to a cure. Kipo and her pals must keep their cool as they stake out the doc's unexpected hideout. Does K-pop hold the key? |
| 3 | 3 | Old frenemies are on the comeback. Kipo reaches out to alliance stopper Scarlemagne, and Margot asks Wolf for a favor. Are second chances possible? |
| 3 | 4 | With Wolf, Benson and Dave in danger, Kipo must use her brain — not her brawn — to outsmart Dr. Emilia. A Mega gets a helping hand from Scarlemagne. |
| 3 | 5 | A "cured" chum returns. Later, a dream family reunion becomes a reality. The race for a vaccine begins after a feverish frolic with the Dubstep Bees. |
| 3 | 6 | Dr. Emilia and her army work through the death ivy while the alliance creates cunning traps. But can Kipo fight an unstoppable force like destiny? |
| 3 | 7 | As everyone regroups, Kipo blames herself for the damage done and springs into action. Enter Dave with a tale about fanatics — and one awesome fan. |
| 3 | 8 | Kipo hopes that Prahm will end the war with killer banjo and dance ... but first she must convince the Mutes to forgive. Dr. Emilia smiles and schemes. |
| 3 | 9 | Dr. Emilia's determination runs deep — and gets dark. Scarlemagne and Wolf set out to end her, and Song reveals a secret. Let's get the party started! |
| 3 | 10 | Sabotaged! Everyone must work together to stop Dr. Emilia as an epic Mega Mute battle shuts down a successful bash. Now's the time for real heroes. |
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