I when the Mako Shark II debuted. The original Mako Shark was then retroactively called the Mako Shark I. Bolin was rescued by Mako and Korra. The shortfin mako is the fastest species of shark. The ride is themed to the mako shark. He was eventually rescued by Asami, Bolin and Mako. Shortfin mako sharks bear young on average every three years. "Mako, the shark which has the tooth so highly prized by the Maoris". Bolin along with his older brother Mako were designed by Ryu Ki-Hyun. He was saved by Bolin who had returned and carried Mako to relative safety. In Book One, Bolin pines for Korra, who is interested in Mako, who dates Asami. Following the Equalists' attack on the Pro-Bending arena, Mako and Bolin moved in with Asami. This was exacerbated when Asami found out about Mako and Korra's earlier kiss. The attempt is foiled by Korra, Asami Sato, and Mako. Mako and Korra reaffirmed their close friendship.