Ep 13. Exposed/Wade Against The Machine
- June 19, 2011
Kick Buttowski: Suburban Daredevil is an animated TV series that revolves around the life of a young boy named Clarence "Kick" Buttowski who aspires to become the world's greatest daredevil. The show follows the adventures of Kick as he tries to accomplish his ultimate goal and becomes the talk of his suburban town. In Season 1, Episode 13, called Exposed/Wade Against The Machine, the story takes a thrilling turn as Kick finds himself in a sticky situation.
The episode starts with Kick having a fight with Brad, his older brother, over the use of their backyard ramp. Kick wants to use it for a stunt, but Brad intends to use it for his skateboarding team's practice. Brad's team, known as the "Skate Brigade," has been Kick's rival ever since they moved into the neighborhood. Determined to prove himself, Kick decides to perform the ultimate stunt. He sets out to jump over the entire house to show Brad and his team that he is the best daredevil in the neighborhood.
However, things take an unexpected turn when Kick's best friend, Gunther, accidentally records Brad and his team using Kick's ramp while Kick is not present. The video clip goes viral on the internet, and all of Kick's fans start to turn against him. As the truth is uncovered, Kick is exposed as a fraud whose skills are fake. The incident causes Kick to lose all of his confidence, and he goes into hiding, not wanting to show his face outside.
Meanwhile, Kick's arch-nemesis, Kendall Perkins, sees the opportunity to take advantage of Kick. She and her friends plan to humiliate him in front of the whole school during their "Kick But-ugly" homeroom. As a result, Kick's reputation drops even further, and he becomes the school's laughing stock. But all is not lost, as Kick's loyal friend, Gunther, encourages him to fight back.
After feeling defeated for so long, Kick realizes that giving up is not the way out. So, he decides to confront Brad, who he believes is responsible for the video's release. Kick challenges him to a "Skate off" contest, where the winner takes it all- the backyard ramp. Kick's hope is to beat Brad and his entire Skate Brigade team in a skating competition and regain his reputation as a daredevil. However, Brad is not the only barrier Kick has to overcome.
Wade, the school bully, is another challenge standing in Kick's way. Wade is known for his dirty tactics in every competition he gets into. Feeling threatened by Kick's skills, he decides to team up with Kendall in an attempt to sabotage Kick's efforts in the Skate off. Suspecting foul play, Kick prepares a trap to catch Wade red-handed in cheating.
In the Skate off contest, Kick's and Brad's teams perform various stunts, and tensions run high. The competition ends with a surprise twist, and Kick's skills not only impress everyone but also win him the ramp and the respect of his peers back. In the end, the episode finishes with Kick's fans cheering for him as he rides his skateboard triumphantly into the sunset.
In conclusion, Kick Buttowski: Suburban Daredevil Season 1, Episode 13, Exposed/Wade Against The Machine, is a thrilling and exciting story that showcases the essence of perseverance in the face of adversity. The episode appeals to kids and adults alike and is an excellent addition to the series's growing fan base. With its engaging storyline, colorful characters, and impressive animation, it is no wonder that the show is a hit among audiences worldwide.
