Ep 14. Rufus vs. Commodore Puddles / Day of the Snowmen
- TV-G
- November 14, 2003
- 22 min
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7.0 (111)
In Kim Possible season 2 episode 14 entitled "Rufus vs. Commodore Puddles / Day of the Snowmen," we see the return of Rufus, the naked mole-rat, as he becomes embroiled in a battle against an unexpected enemy. After accidentally ingesting a component of his owner Ron's experimental Nacos, Rufus suddenly grows to over 100 feet tall, causing havoc in Middleton.
Meanwhile, Kim and Ron attend a local snowman festival which is interrupted by a sudden snowstorm. As they investigate the cause of the storm, they discover that it is orchestrated by Dr. Drakken and Shego, who plan to use a special device to turn all the snowmen in the festival into super-powered monsters.
Kim and Ron split up to deal with each threat separately. Kim and her battling team fight against Dr. Drakken and Shego, while Ron teams up with Rufus in order to put an end to his giant naked mole-rat rampage.
The episode focuses on the unlikely friendship between Ron and Rufus, as they team up to defeat Ron's "monster" pet. At the same time, Kim Possible's typical action-packed sequences are complemented by more comedic moments as Rufus wreaks havoc all across Middleton. Nevertheless, the addition of Dr. Drakken and Shego brings an element of danger and excitement to the episode.
As with many Kim Possible episodes, the importance of friendship and teamwork is also emphasized in "Rufus vs. Commodore Puddles / Day of the Snowmen." The bond between Rufus and Ron is tested, but ultimately their collaboration saves the day. Similarly, Kim and her team must work together effectively to prevent Dr. Drakken and Shego's plans from coming to fruition.
Additionally, the episode stands out for its unique setting. While Kim Possible episodes typically take place in high-tech laboratories or other futuristic locations, this episode places the action in a small town during a winter festival. Consequently, the episode's winter theme adds a fun and festive touch that enhances the narrative.
Overall, "Rufus vs. Commodore Puddles / Day of the Snowmen" is a fun and exciting episode of Kim Possible that showcases the show's key themes of teamwork and friendship through an exciting, action-packed storyline.