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The Adventures of Puss in Boots - Titan Up (S4E8)
Sky god Taranis is convinced Puss has great powers that could help control belligerent god Toutatis, who's vowed to destroy all mortals.
| Runtime (min) | 24 |
|---|---|
| TMDB Rating | 6.0 (4 votes) |
| Air Date | 2016-12-16 |
| Genres | Animation, Comedy, Family, Kids |
| TV Rating | TV-Y7 |
| Network(s) | Netflix |
Storyline
In this thrilling episode of The Adventures of Puss in Boots, the sky god Taranis believes that Puss possesses extraordinary powers that can help him control the aggressive god Toutatis. With Toutatis threatening to obliterate all mortals, Taranis seeks Puss’s assistance to avert disaster.
As the story unfolds, Puss grapples with the pressure of being seen as a powerful figure while navigating the tumultuous relationship between the gods. With courage and cleverness, Puss strives to protect the mortals, demonstrating his true heroism and loyalty to his friends.
What parents say
This episode presents a fascinating exploration of power and responsibility, as Puss is thrust into a situation where he must confront his own limitations. Parents may appreciate the portrayal of Taranis's misguided belief in Puss's powers, which serves as a lesson about the dangers of placing unrealistic expectations on others.
Additionally, the episode highlights themes of bravery and friendship, emphasizing the importance of standing up for what is right, even when the odds seem insurmountable. Viewers will enjoy the humor and heartwarming moments that balance the high-stakes plot.
What kids learn
Children watching this episode will learn about the importance of courage and friendship. Puss's journey shows how true strength comes from within, rather than from external powers or expectations. As he faces the threat of Toutatis, kids will see that being a hero involves making difficult choices and supporting those in need.
Moreover, the episode introduces concepts of mythology and the dynamics between gods, sparking curiosity about different cultures and their stories. This can encourage kids to explore more about mythology and the values it conveys.
Parents' top 5 questions
| Question | Answer |
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| What makes Taranis believe that Puss has great powers? | Taranis perceives Puss as a powerful figure due to his bravery and past heroic deeds. Throughout the episode, Taranis expresses his admiration for Puss, mistakenly attributing his successes to magical abilities. This misunderstanding sets off the plot, as Taranis believes Puss can help control the aggressive god Toutatis, leading to both comedic and tense situations. |
| How does Puss react to Taranis’s belief in his powers? | Puss is initially flattered by Taranis's admiration but soon feels the weight of the expectations placed upon him. As he realizes the potential consequences of Taranis's belief, he becomes anxious about living up to the role of a powerful hero. This internal conflict adds depth to Puss's character and showcases his vulnerability, making him relatable to young viewers. |
| What lessons about friendship are depicted in this episode? | Friendship is a central theme in this episode, as Puss's friends rally around him to support his efforts against Toutatis. Their loyalty and willingness to stand by Puss highlight the importance of teamwork and collaboration. The episode teaches kids that true friends help each other face challenges and that they can overcome difficulties together, reinforcing the idea of unity. |
| How does the episode portray the conflict between gods? | The conflict between Taranis and Toutatis serves as a backdrop for the episode, illustrating themes of power struggles and the impact of divine actions on mortals. The gods' bickering and their differing philosophies about control and protection reflect real-world issues of conflict resolution. This portrayal can spark discussions among children about the nature of conflict and the importance of understanding different perspectives. |
| What is the ultimate resolution of the conflict in this episode? | The resolution comes through Puss's cleverness and bravery as he navigates the tensions between Taranis and Toutatis. By demonstrating that true power lies in compassion and friendship rather than dominance, Puss helps to diffuse the situation. This ending reinforces the message that understanding and cooperation are often more effective than brute strength, providing a valuable lesson for young viewers. |
Cast
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Writing
- Julia Yorks — Writer
Directing
- Roy Burdine — Director
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
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| 1 | 1 | Puss stumbles upon the legendary hidden city of San Lorenzo, and soon finds himself forced to protect it from thieves. |
| 1 | 2 | Puss accidentally gives the orphans a magic substance that will ultimately make them explode. The only cure is guarded by a Sphinx who challenges Puss with riddles - and contrary to his own belief, Puss is not good at riddles. |
| 1 | 3 | When Toby's ninja brothers try to get him to steal San Lorenzo‘s treasure, he must decide between them and his friendship with Puss. |
| 1 | 4 | The Duchess, who wants to rule the world by harnessing the power of sorcerers, captures Artephius...and it's up to Puss to rescue him. |
| 1 | 5 | Puss is tricked into going on a quest with an old friend, Jack Sprat. What starts out as a mission to save a princess soon turns dangerous. |
| 1 | 6 | In an effort to save Puss's old mentor, El Guante Blanco, Puss and Dulcinea embark on an adventure to find the Fountain of Youth. |
| 1 | 7 | Puss tries to convince the Mayor that he is really a hero -- but being "brave" quickly goes to the Mayor's head. |
| 1 | 8 | The Golem, a giant clay enemy Puss has been outrunning for years, comes to San Lorenzo. With the help of Artephius, Puss may finally defeat his foe. |
| 1 | 9 | By stealing enchanted boots from the Treasure House, Jack Sprat sets off a dangerous Devil Wind that threatens to consume all of the town's treasure. |
| 1 | 10 | Dulcinea becomes enchanted with heroic powers when she pulls a magical sword from a stone, and Puss must help her learn how to control her strength. |
| 1 | 11 | Puss is obsessed with catching an adorable mouse, but when strange things happen around town, he fears the rodent may be more than a delicious meal. |
| 1 | 12 | When a young goblin arrives in town, Puss instantly likes her and tries to convince the orphans that she is more than just a brash troublemaker. |
| 1 | 13 | Dulcinea secretly discovers a wishing star and tries to make things better for everyone with her wishes, but ends up making things a lot worse. |
| 1 | 14 | Convinced his ninja brothers were forced to kick him out of the gang by an evil wizard, Toby's brother, Brandt, begs Puss to help them reunite. |
| 1 | 15 | When a bad luck curse turns Puss into a black cat and he is run out of San Lorenzo, a thieving crew of no-good cats tries to get him to join the gang. |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
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| 2 | 1 | Puss promises to kill a dragon that is scaring towns close by. But when he meets it face to face, he changes his plans. |
| 2 | 2 | While Puss and his best friend, Jack Sprat, look for treasure underground, they find an odd kingdom. |
| 2 | 3 | To prove he is a ladies' hero, Puss saves a mermaid from a thief who quickly falls in love with him … and becomes a big problem. |
| 2 | 4 | Puss gets scared when angry bees invade the town, so he calls on the Piper, who has helpful powers. |
| 2 | 5 | While Puss trains the orphans to work as a team to protect San Lorenzo, a villain comes to town and kidnaps him. |
| 2 | 6 | Puss tries to bring back the magic spell that protects the town. But he makes a mistake, and wacky things happen in a shop. |
| 2 | 7 | While Puss looks for items missing from the treasure house, he gets help from the Scimitar, an evil sword. |
| 2 | 8 | An angry thunder god demands to be let into the treasure house -- or he will destroy San Lorenzo! |
| 2 | 9 | The Mole King’s treasure is missing, and he won’t give it up unless Puss helps him get his ex-girlfriend back. |
| 2 | 10 | Puss fights the Duchess for an object that can help him bring back the magic spell that protects the town. |
| 2 | 11 | Puss sneaks back into town so he can get rid of someone who is pretending to protect San Lorenzo. |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
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| 3 | 1 | The town of San Lorenzo is in peril and threatened by the Bloodwolf, leaving our feline hero feeling like he's failed. So he seeks a new career path. |
| 3 | 2 | Uli has key information about the Bloodwolf, but he's jailed by the Mole King. Puss reclaims his role as a hero and sets off on a rescue mission. |
| 3 | 3 | Puss swallows his pride and asks his mentor El Guante Blanco for help defending San Lorenzo, but the old maestro’s busy with a surprising new protégé. |
| 3 | 4 | Puss and company seek out the mighty Golem to help save San Lorenzo, but our courageous kitty feels sorely lacking in the brawn department. |
| 3 | 5 | Puss reluctantly agrees to recruit Goodsword as the final member of his army, but the powerful blade isn't easily convinced. |
| 3 | 6 | With his team finally assembled, Puss realizes he has no idea how to lead them into battle to rescue Uli. But one plucky would-be warrior steps up. |
| 3 | 7 | While he's distracted, Puss agrees to ride for two different groups in the town's horse race. Artephius conjures a Puss "twin" with iffy skills. |
| 3 | 8 | Puss and others get addicted to a coin toss game, leaving the town vulnerable to thieves. Dulcinea devises a plan to rid the town of gambling fever. |
| 3 | 9 | Kid Pickles hates birthdays, so Puss hatches a plan to help him feel like a king on his special day. But the power soon goes to his head. |
| 3 | 10 | Puss joins a pack of quirky pirates on their quest for some legendary treasure, hoping to nab a mystical crown that could help defeat the Bloodwolf. |
| 3 | 11 | When Puss's pirate friends toss him overboard to help him overcome his fear of the ocean, his watery plunge reunites him with a fishy former flame. |
| 3 | 12 | Worry weighs on everyone back in San Lorenzo as Puss and the pirates find treasure and must fight a barbaric parrot with a skeleton army. |
| 3 | 13 | Puss brings home the prized Crown of Souls, as well as a pack of creepy skeletons who set the town on edge and make Uli's evil antics seem like a joke. |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
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| 4 | 1 | The Crown of Souls is missing a vital gem, so Puss and company set out to find it. Trouble is, it's in three pieces, each owned by a different witch. |
| 4 | 2 | Puss and friends' quest for the second Gem of the Crown piece gets them caught by a spidery witch who casts Puss into a crazy dream-filled sleep. |
| 4 | 3 | Puss and pals outwit a flute-playing witch who guards a piece of the gem they seek. But a stunning twist awaits when they obtain the precious shard. |
| 4 | 4 | As our feline hero tests his survival skills upon mysteriously waking in the jungle, San Lorenzo's citizens frantically search for the vanished Puss. |
| 4 | 5 | Dulcinea's school for wayward thieves inspires a misguided Uli. Meanwhile, pugnacious Puss struggles to keep his feisty paws off the reforming thugs. |
| 4 | 6 | When the Crown of Souls remains inert even with its powerful gem restored, Dulcinea seeks out her favorite author in hopes that he'll have answers. |
| 4 | 7 | To obtain a priceless book about the Crown of Souls, Puss, Dulcinea and Miguela try to trick a pompous man-eating ogre, with unexpected help from Uli. |
| 4 | 8 | Sky god Taranis is convinced Puss has great powers that could help control belligerent god Toutatis, who's vowed to destroy all mortals. |
| 4 | 9 | Pajuna's old partner Roz comes to town seeking her help with a mission. But the person Roz means to snuff out is Puss, who's off on his own quest. |
| 4 | 10 | While seeking out Sphinx's sister for clues about the Obelisk, Puss falls into the Fountain of 100 Changes and becomes one fractured, frazzled kitty. |
| 4 | 11 | When valiant Puss and his entourage try to get the Obelisk of Night from Angus, the sheep presents them with perhaps their greatest challenge yet. |
| 4 | 12 | Having learned the location of the Obelisk, Puss and company return to San Lorenzo to find the town overtaken by El Moco, who's got a score to settle. |
| 4 | 13 | When the fearsome Bloodwolf finally rises, the people of San Lorenzo fight back and soon learn the identity of the one person who can stop the demon. |
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| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
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| 6 | 1 | After blocking the way to the Netherworld, Puss and company return to San Lorenzo to find a town that's greatly changed -- with a new man in charge! |
| 6 | 2 | Puss rallies the San Lorenzans to save their town before El Moco blows it to bits. But building an army requires Puss to swallow his pride. |
| 6 | 3 | The orphans compete in a high-stakes contest at the Duchess's command. A strange rumbling shakes things up in San Lorenzo. |
| 6 | 4 | A notorious loan shark shows up in San Lorenzo and insists that Puss's boots belong to him. But without them, Puss just isn't the same. |
| 6 | 5 | It began as a harmless parlor trick. But when Pajuna summons ghosts from the other side, vengeful spirits start taking over the townsfolk. |
| 6 | 6 | Assuming it'll be easy, Puss offers to run the Cow and Moone for Pajuna while she's off on an adventure with her old pal, Roz. |
| 6 | 7 | A handsome face stirs up jealousy when famed treasure hunter Guy Fox asks a star-struck Dulcinea to join him on his next adventure. |
| 6 | 8 | Puss and Dulcinea decide to go on a vacation together, though neither of them will admit it's a date. Especially when the whole town comes along. |
| 6 | 9 | The townsfolk look to Puss to stop San Lorenzo's earthquakes. But first, a mission to rescue a pirate captain from the Island of Doom! |
| 6 | 10 | When the sky gods grant Puss divine powers to calm the earthquakes, his oversized ego threatens to turn the whole town against him. |
| 6 | 11 | With the future of the world at stake, Puss and his friends head to the Forbidden Citadel on a mission to find the Great Mage Sino. |
| 6 | 12 | The Great Mage Sino reveals the full history of San Lorenzo -- and the only way to save it, which requires Puss to give up everything. |
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