Can I jump into the Avatar comics without having seen the animated series?

It is highly recommended to watch both "Avatar: The Last Airbender" and "The Legend of Korra" animated series before diving into the comics. The comics are direct continuations and expansions of the animated storylines. Without the context of the shows, you would miss crucial character backstories, motivations, and the established world lore, which would significantly diminish the impact and enjoyment of the comic narratives. The chronological order naturally follows the viewing order of the series.