Jackie Chan Adventures season 2 episode 38 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Jade struggles to find a talent for a show, leading her and Jackie to purchase a Monkey King puppet, despite Uncle's warnings about its mischievous nature. When brought to life, the puppet turns Jackie into a puppet himself. Amidst attempts to restore him, including a mishap at Jade's talent show, they learn the cure involves the Monkey King pulling Jackie's leg. After a series of tricks, they succeed in reversing the curse, restoring Jackie to his human form.

Full Episode S02E38 Recap

### Jade Seeks a Talent - **Jade** expresses concern to **Jackie** about not having a talent for the talent show. - Jackie suggests various activities like music, drill team, and archery, but they're all unsuitable. ### Discovering the Monkey King Puppet - In a shop, Jade and Jackie encounter a puppet of the Monkey King, a character from folklore. - Despite initial hesitation due to the puppet's creepy appearance, they purchase it, against **Uncle's** advice. ### The Puppet Comes to Life - Uncle warns them about the mischief of the Monkey King. - Jade reads an inscription on the puppet, and upon following its instruction, the puppet comes to life, transforming Jackie into a puppet. ### Chaos Ensues - The Monkey King causes havoc, refusing to change Jackie back as he enjoys his freedom. - Jackie, now a puppet, struggles with his new form. ### The Quest to Restore Jackie - Uncle and the team try various methods to restore Jackie, including using the Rat Talisman. - Jade remembers her talent show and decides to use Jackie as her ventriloquist puppet. ### Talent Show Interruption - The Monkey King interrupts the talent show, causing chaos. - Uncle, Jade, and Tohru research a solution, but end up having to consult **Kai Ching**, the shopkeeper who sold them the puppet. ### Confronting the Monkey King - They learn that the curse can be reversed if the Monkey King pulls Jackie's puppet leg. - After a series of challenges and trickery, they manage to get the Monkey King to pull the leg, restoring Jackie. ### Conclusion - Jackie is restored to his human form. - The episode ends with Jackie and Jade discussing their favorite fruits and reflecting on the adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jade's dilemma at the beginning of the episode?

Jade is concerned about not having a talent for the talent show.

Who suggests Jade to try ventriloquism?

Jackie suggests ventriloquism to Jade.

Where do Jade and Jackie find the Monkey King puppet?

They find it at a shop specializing in ancient folklore items.

Why is Uncle against buying the Monkey King puppet?

Uncle warns that the Monkey King is known for mischief and the puppet is creepy-looking.

How does the Monkey King puppet come to life?

The puppet comes to life after Jade reads an inscription and follows its instruction.

What happens to Jackie after the puppet comes to life?

Jackie is transformed into a puppet by the Monkey King.

How do they try to restore Jackie initially?

They attempt to restore Jackie using the Rat Talisman.

Why does Jade use Jackie as a puppet in the talent show?

Jade uses Jackie as her ventriloquist puppet for her act in the talent show.

What does the Monkey King do during the talent show?

The Monkey King interrupts the show, causing chaos.

Who is Kai Ching?

Kai Ching is the shopkeeper who sold the Monkey King puppet to Jade and Jackie.

How can the curse on Jackie be reversed?

The curse can be reversed if the Monkey King pulls Jackie's puppet leg.

Do they manage to reverse the curse?

Yes, they trick the Monkey King into pulling Jackie's puppet leg, reversing the curse.

What happens to the Monkey King at the end?

The Monkey King's fate is not explicitly stated at the end of the episode.

What is Jade's final act in the talent show?

Jade performs a ventriloquist act with Jackie as her puppet.

What do Jackie and Jade discuss at the end of the episode?

They discuss their favorite fruits, with Jackie emphasizing the health benefits of bananas.

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