The phrase can be used to point out when an authority figure is forcing the observer to try and believe their version of the truth - even if it's obvious and easy to prove that it's a lie, such as with a massive drill in the walls of your city.
RELATED: Avatar: The Complex Relationships Between Humans And Spirits Why 'There Is No War in Ba Sing Se' Became a Popular MemeĪccording to KnowYourMeme, "There is no war in Ba Sing Se" was first repurposed online in 2015 before becoming a frequently used meme on Tumblr. That includes the smiling, interchangeable officials known only known as Joo Dee, as well as Team Avatar's sort of-ally, Jet. Those who can't be convinced through normal circumstances are instead captured by the Dai Li and taken deep underground to their base, where they use a hypnotizing light - and the mantra "There is no war in Ba Sing Se" - to brainwash them. Long Feng, leader of the secret police known as the Dai Li, has been a part of a longtime conspiracy to hide the realities of the war from the ruling class, allowing them to live carefree lives away from the conflict while Long Feng governs from the shadows.
However, it turns out the Earth King has no knowledge of the war coming anywhere near Ba Sing Se, despite the recent attempt to breach the city with a massive drill. They are partly there to warn the Earth King of the coming solar eclipse that could help the heroes turn the tide of the Hundred Year War with the Fire Nation.
The phrase originates in "City of Walls and Secrets," the 14th episode of Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2, which focused mainly on Team Avatar arriving at Ba Sing Se, the Earth Kingdom's massive capital.
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