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2017
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Niko and the Sword of Light is an animated television series produced by Amazon Studios that premiered on the platform in July of 2017. The show is based on a Kickstarter-funded pilot that first aired in 2015, and it tells the story of a young boy named Niko who sets out on a quest to save his world from the darkness that has enveloped it.

At its heart, Niko and the Sword of Light is a classic hero's journey, complete with magical powers, fantastical creatures, and an epic battle between good and evil. The show begins with Niko waking up in a world shrouded in darkness, where he immediately encounters a group of warrior-like beings called the Lightbound. They inform Niko that their world has been overrun by a powerful sorcerer named Nar Est, who has stolen the titular Sword of Light and plunged the world into darkness. With the help of his new friends, Niko sets out on a quest to reclaim the sword and defeat Nar Est.

One of the most striking things about Niko and the Sword of Light is its visual style. The show is animated using a unique blend of 2D and CGI animation, which gives it a distinctly modern feel while still maintaining a colorful, cartoonish look. The world of the show is populated by all manner of bizarre creatures, from giant spiders to flying fish to sentient robot beasts, and the animation does a great job of bringing these creatures to life in a way that is both imaginative and visually arresting.

The show also benefits from a strong voice cast that includes Andre Robinson as Niko, Kari Wahlgren as Lyra, one of the Lightbound warriors who accompanies Niko on his quest, and Tom Kenny as Mandok, a cynical inventor who joins the group later in the series. Robinson in particular does an excellent job of bringing Niko to life, imbuing the character with a sense of youthful energy and enthusiasm that makes him an engaging protagonist.

While the show is undeniably aimed at kids, it has a surprising amount of depth for an animated series. Niko's journey is fraught with obstacles and challenges, and he is forced to confront some difficult truths about himself and the world around him as he moves closer to his goal. The show also explores themes of loss, grief, and redemption in a way that is both poignant and age-appropriate.

All in all, Niko and the Sword of Light is a fun, engaging series that is sure to captivate younger viewers while still offering plenty of entertainment value for adults. Its unique visual style, well-drawn characters, and surprisingly mature storytelling make it a standout addition to Amazon's animated lineup. Fans of other modern animated shows like Adventure Time, Gravity Falls, and Steven Universe are sure to find plenty to love in this imaginative and engaging series.

Niko and the Sword of Light is a series that ran for 2 seasons (24 episodes) between July 24, 2017 and on Amazon Studios

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10. The Balance of Power

September 5, 2019

In a final battle against the ultimate enemy, Niko goes on a journey to discover his true purpose, traveling through mystic other worlds where the spirits of past heroes help guide him to victory against the Darkness. The world needs balance, and for Niko to win he must give up the light inside of himself, becoming a regular boy in the end

9. The Forgotten Fortress

September 5, 2019

Following a trail left by Nar Est, the heroes arrive at The Forgotten Fortress. Struggling against a forgetfulness spell and using the map, they are able to enter without forgetting their identities, until they lose hold of the artifact and are paired with the bad guys, who have also forgotten themselves. Niko teams with the Dark Champion - bringing together light and dark - to open the door leading to the Amulet of Power, thus breaking the enchantment. All do battle, each trying to gain the coveted gem as Niko tries to convince the Dark Champion to join his side because Nar Est is evil and the world will be doomed if he gains power again. The Dark Champion hesitates, but ultimately dons the amulet, bringing into the world Darkness itself.

8. The Automatron

September 5, 2019

Our heroes sneak deep inside the Automatron in search of the fourth and final piece of the map. To get the piece might mean destroying the heart and soul of the Automatron itself. Lyra and Niko sympathize, since they

7. The Vast Sea

September 5, 2019

With the aeroglyer in submarine mode, the team travels leagues under the ocean to find next map piece. On the run in the forest, Nar Est gets a ride with a carriage of Funkfangs. Under the sea, the heroes come upon a massive celebration called Boiling Crab. Around a crevass, Larry the Lantern Fish warns the only creature able to survive below is the LAVOCTOPUS. Meanwhile, Nar Est notices that baby Funkfang is wearing an amber crystal and steals it. He goes into the woods and summons the Dark Champion. Back at Boiling Crab, Chompsky has retrofitted the Golden Crab into a mech suit, which they pilot as a team. They go into the abyss and distract the Lavoctopus with shiny treasure while they try to reclaim the map piece. Niko goes into a trance, seeing the dark and light entwine, before finally snapping out of it. Niko and Lyra work together to unseal the lava vent and realize that the Lavoctopus wasn't evil so much as trapped. With the Lavoctopus free and swimming through the new streams

6. The Caterpillar Train

September 5, 2019

The Dark Champion pursues the team, who are rescued by Chompsky via the aeroglyder. They take flight, but D.C. manages to damage the craft. The team is dismayed as it seems that none of their blows can damage him. Chompsky spots the Caterpillar Train and nobly drops off the team as he diverts D.C. The team escapes

5. The Thorn of Contention

December 27, 2018

Nar Est transforms the Temple of Champions into his new home base while the heroes seek the tower that contains the second map piece. A bolt of lightning strikes the aeroglyder and Niko is swept off the wing, with Lyra following to rescue him. Separated from the team and each other, Niko and Lyra are taken into the custody of two warring groups. Meanwhile, Nar Est continues to work on his Dark Crystal and intercepts a communication, learning of the map and the tower the heroes are investigating. Nar Est sends Rasper and the Dark Champion on a mission to crush Niko and retrieve the map. Lyra and Niko find themselves as arbitrators of an ancient conflict. Mandok arrives

4. Sky Whale City

December 27, 2018

The heroes find the Sky Whale, but are attacked by Planktonians. Mandok is able to trick the vain Prince into believing that he's an inspector. At the Temple of Champions, Nar Est, using scraps of garbage and a Blargbeetle that Rasper found conjures a spell to help summon the Dark Champion. Atop a palace turret in Sky Whale City, the Prince admits to Lyra that the whale is sick and on a crash course towards some distant mountains. Desperate to get the map piece

3. The Forest of Fangs

December 27, 2018

The heroes crash the aeroglyder into the Forrest of Fangs. There, Flicker cocoons while Chompsky fixes the vehicle and the team finds Windcrag. At the Bazaar, Nar Est expresses his frustration that he has the key for the Amulet, but no direction on how to find it. Later, our heroes find Windcrag, but she will only reveal the lore of the Amulet if they bring back three things: A pouch of jinsweet sap, a garlika flower, and a perfect breadmelon, all before the noonday sun. With the help of the Beadys, Nar Est tries to steal a combo plate but is caught and chased away. After obtaining the desired items, which turn out to be Windcrag's lunch, she reveals the lore of the Amulet, explaining that the magic in the world needs something to focus it

2. A Night in Carondolet

December 27, 2018

In exchange for freedom, Wispy sets Nar Est and Rasper on a mission to obtain the Amulet of Power, a mythical relic hidden in

1. Episode 1

December 28, 2018

As Queen Lyra's birthday celebration begins, Niko suspects that a strange bug might be an agent of darkness.

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Where to Watch Niko and the Sword of Light

Niko and the Sword of Light is available for streaming on the Amazon Studios website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Niko and the Sword of Light on demand at Amazon Prime.