The Legend Of Korra Season 1 Episode 36 -

: The most significant event of the episode is the assassination of the Earth Queen by Zaheer. He uses airbending to literally pull the air from her lungs, marking a rare and brutal on-screen death for the series.

: Following the Queen's death, Zaheer announces to the city that they are now "free," which immediately leads to widespread rioting and the collapse of the city's social order. The Legend of Korra Season 1 Episode 36

This episode is the 10th chapter of the third season (Book 3). It is notable for its darker tone and several major plot developments: : The most significant event of the episode