Iroh — Year 1 Pass Fighter Preview

The former Dragon of the West combines practical fire mastery with a measured, technique-focused fighting style. Preview guide for Iroh in the Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game Year 1 Pass.

Uncle Iroh rounds out the four confirmed Year 1 Pass fighters revealed at EVO 2026, bringing the former Dragon of the West to Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game. One of the franchise's most beloved characters, Iroh combines practical fire mastery with measured technique—a philosophical firebender who should contrast Zuko's conflicted aggression and Azula's chaotic lightning pressure with deliberate, powerful fire forms.

Release order: #4 in the Year 1 Pass. Fire · Avatar: The Last Airbender.

Expected Playstyle

Iroh should play as a technical firebender who rewards patient reads and precise special move execution. Pre-release speculation draws from his canonical fire breath, lightning redirection philosophy, and Dragon of the West status—expect fire-breath area attacks, defensive counter tools inspired by lightning redirection, and a measured pace closer to Zuko's spacing than Azula's rushdown. Iroh may appeal to players who want high-damage fire confirms without stance-switching complexity.

Expected Mechanics

Fire breath provides close-range area denial unique among firebenders on the roster. Lightning redirection could translate into parry or counter mechanics tied to the Flow System. Dragon-style fire forms may enhance special move properties. Supports likely reference Zuko, Lu Ten, or White Lotus connections.

Series Background

Iroh mentored Zuko across Avatar: The Last Airbender, teaching firebending as energy channeled from the breath—not rage. His fighting game incarnation should feel wise and deliberate, with fire breath and dragon-inspired techniques that honor his journey from Fire Nation general to Ba Sing Se tea shop owner.

How to Get This Fighter

  • Purchase Deluxe Edition ($49.99) — Year 1 Pass included
  • Purchase Standard Edition and buy the Year 1 Pass separately post-launch
  • Pre-order any edition to vote on the fifth Year 1 Pass character via the fan vote

Related Pages

Compare all Year 1 fighters on the Year 1 DLC hub, read the full Year 1 Pass guide, and explore the launch roster before Iroh arrives.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Iroh use lightning?
Iroh can generate lightning in the series but prefers firebending philosophy over Azula's lightning aggression. Expect fire-focused tools with possible counter or redirection mechanics rather than primary lightning offense.
How does Iroh compare to Zuko and Ozai?
Zuko controls mid-range with divekicks. Ozai overwhelms with raw fire power. Iroh should sit between them—technical, measured firebending with defensive wisdom and fire-breath tools.
When does Iroh release?
Iroh is fourth in the Year 1 Pass order before the fan-voted fifth character. Exact release dates remain unannounced.