Prince Zuko is a fictional character from the animated television series Avatar: The Last Airbender. He is the exiled prince of the Fire Nation and is initially portrayed as an antagonist. Zuko is determined to capture the Avatar, a powerful being who can control all four elements, to regain his honor and his father's approval. Throughout the series, Zuko undergoes significant character development. He struggles with his identity and moral choices, eventually becoming a key ally to the Avatar and his friends. Zuko's journey emphasizes themes of redemption, friendship, and the complexity of good and evil.