Jackie Chan Adventures season 4 episode 1 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Jade is distracted from her geography studies by Tohru learning magic from Uncle. Meanwhile, Daolon Wong inadvertently awakens Tarakudo, king of the Shadowkhan. Tarakudo coerces the Dark Hand thugs into serving him and leads them to Shendu's palace to retrieve a mask that controls the Shadowkhan. Jackie Chan and his team confront them, leading to a battle. The team learns of nine masks controlling different Shadowkhan tribes, setting them off on a quest to find them before they fall into evil hands. The episode closes with Jackie reflecting on the pros and cons of constant travel.

Full Episode S04E01 Recap

### The Dark Spell and the Shadowkhan - Jade is studying for her geography test, but is distracted by Tohru's interesting spell lessons with Uncle. - Uncle teaches Tohru a conjuring spell, jokingly relating it to cooking. - Tohru expresses interest in becoming a chi wizard, and Uncle emphasizes the importance of preparing for new evils. ### Daolon Wong's Plan and Tarakudo's Awakening - Daolon Wong, with limited powers, attempts a spell to escape prison. - Tarakudo, the king of the Shadowkhan, is accidentally awakened by Wong's spell. - The Dark Hand thugs, including Ratso and Finn, express reluctance in serving another master, but Tarakudo motivates them with fear. ### Jackie Chan's New Mission - Jackie Chan learns about the escape of the Dark Hand and Daolon Wong's continued imprisonment. - Uncle senses a greater evil at play, urging Jackie and the team to act quickly. - The team studies the symbol of the Shadowkhan, linking it to the newly awakened evil. ### Confrontation at Miller Airfield - Jackie and the team confront the Dark Hand at Miller Airfield. - Tarakudo reveals himself, and a battle ensues. - Jade mistakenly tells Jackie that Kansas City is the capital of Kansas, leading to a humorous correction. ### Tarakudo's Quest for the Mask - Tarakudo leads the Dark Hand to Shendu's palace in search of a powerful mask. - Jackie and the team follow, engaging in a fight with the Dark Hand and Shadowkhan. - Uncle tries to counter the Shadowkhan with spells, while Jackie battles the thugs. ### The Battle for the Mask - Tarakudo seeks the mask to control the Shadowkhan. - A struggle over the mask ensues, with Tarakudo ultimately gaining control. - The team realizes they need a special Japanese steel to counter the mask's power. ### The Aftermath and New Quest - The mask is secured, but Tarakudo escapes, planning to find the other masks of the Oni generals. - Uncle and Tohru reveal there are nine masks in total, each controlling a different tribe of Shadowkhan. - The team embarks on a new adventure to find the masks before they fall into the wrong hands. ### Jackie's Reflections on Travel - Jackie expresses fatigue from constant travel but acknowledges the benefits of experiencing different cultures. - The episode ends with the team ready to travel the world in search of the Oni masks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is studying for a geography test?

Jade.

What does Uncle relate the conjuring spell to?

Cooking, specifically making chicken chow mein.

Who awakens Tarakudo?

Daolon Wong.

What is Tarakudo's title?

The king of the Shadowkhan.

Who expresses reluctance to serve Tarakudo?

The Dark Hand thugs, including Ratso and Finn.

What does Jackie Chan learn about Daolon Wong?

Daolon Wong is still in custody despite the Dark Hand's escape.

Where does the confrontation with Tarakudo take place?

Miller Airfield.

What mistake does Jade make during the episode?

She incorrectly states the capital of Kansas is Kansas City.

What artifact is Tarakudo searching for?

A powerful mask in Shendu's palace.

How does the team plan to counter the mask's power?

With a special Japanese steel.

How many masks of the Oni generals are there?

Nine.

What will happen if all nine masks are revived?

They could summon enough Shadowkhan to engulf the earth in eternal darkness.

What does Jackie Chan say about traveling?

He is tired of traveling but appreciates learning about different cultures.

What is the team's new quest?

To find the nine masks of the Oni generals.

What does Uncle use to try and counter the Shadowkhan?

Spells.

Jackie Chan Adventures season 4 episode 1

The Masks of the Shadowkhan