Everything About Cobra Kai Season 6, Part 1 That Makes No Sense

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As a long-time resident of the Sunny Valley area and avid fan of karate, I can’t help but feel utterly baffled by some of the strange turns of events in “Cobra Kai” Season 6.

Contains spoilers for “Cobra Kai” Season 6, Part 1

“The ‘Cobra Kai’ series takes a significant step towards its conclusion by bidding farewell to the Valley and initiating new challenges. In the initial phase of Netflix’s martial arts comedy-drama’s last season, Miyagi-Do dojo prepares for the major Sekai Taikai tournament. However, John Kreese (Martin Kove) is secretly readying himself, implying that Cobra Kai may not have been defeated completely.”

As a devoted “Cobra Kai” fan, I’m thrilled about Season 6, Part 1. This installment is filled with exhilarating moments that cater to our deepest desires as fans. The show continues to transport us back in time with its charming blend of unrealistic situations and enduring friendships. We witness the formation and dissolution of bonds, people getting kicked where it hurts without serious repercussions, and adults duking it out over trivial matters. Yet, amidst all this, Season 6, Part 1 presents some puzzling plot points that leave us scratching our heads.

Why doesn’t Johnny just take over Cobra Kai again?

In the fifth season finale of “Cobra Kai,” it became clear to audiences that Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio) and Johnny Lawrence needed to team up for the World Tournament, or Sekai Taikai. The sixth season premiere, titled “Peacetime in the Valley,” reveals their efforts to accomplish this goal but faces challenges as Cobra Kai has also earned a spot in the tournament and appears ripe for the taking.

As a devoted fan, I’d like to share my perspective on the current state of affairs regarding Johnny (William Zabka) and the Cobra Kai dojo. With Terry Silver (Thomas Ian Griffith) out of the picture and John Kreese (Martin Kove) being a fugitive, it seems that Johnny is the only one left with a legitimate claim to the dojo on U.S. soil. I can understand why he might be hesitant to take over a dojo with such a questionable reputation as Cobra Kai, but there’s no need for concern.

Yes, there might be a lot of legal complexities preventing Johnny from taking over Cobra Kai after Silver. However, Stingray helps revive the dojo and gives it back to Johnny. It seems odd that Johnny and Daniel don’t consider this possibility, considering Kreese is still at large. This decision could limit the number of students they can bring to the Sekai Taikai tournament and give Kreese and Da-Eun an opportunity to use Cobra Kai’s invitation instead.

Johnny’s chance meeting with Stevie implies the Valley hasn’t forgotten his old heroics

As a gamer, I’d say: In the world of Cobra Kai, my character arc has been all about Johnny Lawrence transforming from a down-and-out guy to a respected sensei and community member. But in Season 6, Episode 2, “The Prize,” things got complicated. What we thought were three decades of Johnny living anonymously before the show started now looks suspicious.

When Johnny accompanies Chozen Toguchi (Yuji Okumoto) for house hunting, they encounter some unlucky situations. The real estate agent in charge of affordable rentals is not amused by Johnny’s behavior, leading to tension. However, fate intervenes when the property owner of one house, Stevie (Adam Herschmann), recognizes Johnny and approaches him. Surprisingly, Stevie holds a deep admiration for Johnny’s past karate accomplishments and is more than willing to help him secure one of his houses once Johnny sorts out his financial situation.

It’s unclear if this is a fortunate coincidence or a subtle nod to Johnny’s past success in Silicon Valley that many people still recognize and appreciate him. With such notable recognition, one might wonder how Johnny managed to live in poverty and obscurity for over three decades before the debut of “Cobra Kai.” It seems unlikely that he never crossed paths with someone like Stevie during this time. Given that there are surely others in the Valley who hold fond memories of Johnny, it’s possible that he may have encountered benefactors or supporters who could have improved his living conditions.

Why is everyone shocked that Sekai Taikai allows only a small team of participants?

Towards the close of Episode 3, titled “Sleeper,” the Miyagi-Do dojo learns that the annual Sekai Taikai martial arts competition will be held in Barcelona, Spain. They are elated by this announcement. However, their joy is dampened when they discover that just six representatives are permitted from each dojo to participate. This unexpected rule leaves everyone taken aback.

In the narrative, each instructor and pupil at the dojo has participated in multiple local competitions or watched them unfold. These events never permitted the entire dojo to participate, preferring instead to select individuals or teams as their representatives. So, why should the Sekai Taikai be an exception? It’s unlikely that every dojo with an invitation could bring 20 to 30 students to attempt their luck in the most prestigious martial arts tournament globally.

Why would Daniel allow Mike Barnes to keep training the students after he breaks bad?

In “Cobra Kai” Season 5, Mike Barnes (Sean Kanan), who had transformed into an amicable furniture dealer in his maturity, was revealed to have hidden darker tendencies. However, these old habits resurfaced in Season 6, Episode 4, when Daniel enlisted his help in choosing the six Miyagi-Do representatives for the Sekai Taikai competition. Initially, Mike appeared cooperative, but as time passed, he turned into a pompous and unforgiving taskmaster, boasting about his past victories and disregarding the well-being of his students. Johnny stepped in to resolve the situation by confronting Mike and giving him a good beating until he regained consciousness. Surprisingly, Daniel remained unfazed and allowed Mike to continue leading the group despite recognizing that he was slipping back into his antagonistic role from “The Karate Kid Part III.” For someone so protective of his students’ welfare, Daniel’s actions border on Terry Silver-level negligence.

In the story’s perspective, it’s noteworthy that Demetri (Gianni DeCenzo) making Hawk (Jacob Bertrand) leave the team seems illogical. Hawk is a prominent and flamboyant fighter in the series, with Daniel even commenting on the absurdity of removing him from the squad. Consequently, it’s unlikely that Hawk won’t participate in the Sekai Taikai. Since Hawk’s narrative arc indicates he’s highly unlikely to join a villainous team, his exclusion from the team generates no tension, and the entire scenario feels predictable and clichéd within their ongoing friendship saga between him and Demetri. Surprisingly, however, Hawk manages to rejoin the team in Episode 5 when Tory (Peyton List) withdraws.

Kreese would be arrested the second he reveals himself at the Sekai Taikai

John Kreese concludes Cobra Kai Season 5 as a fugitive and initiates most of Season 6, Part 1 with journeying around the world to recruit a fresh Cobra Kai squad. In Episode 5, titled “Best of the Best,” he unveils some of the Cobra Kai World Tournament representatives – Tory Nichols, Kwon (Brandon H. Lee), and two apprentices from Master Kim Sun-Yung’s (C.S. Lee) dojo. However, there’s a minor hiccup: He publicly stands next to his students and Kim Da-Eun (Alicia Hannah-Kim) during the Cobra Kai World Tournament inauguration ceremony.

If Kreese attends the tournament, his name will undoubtedly appear in the news reports. While his current Cobra Kai may be disguised under South Korea’s flag, it won’t take long for people to link the dojo’s name to the notorious fugitive. Even if no one else makes the connection, Kreese himself reveals his presence to Johnny, Daniel, and their team, who are all aware of his past as an escaped convict. Consequently, he would be apprehended promptly upon entering the competition area, considering Spain’s existing extradition agreement with the U.S.

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2024-07-19 19:30