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Title: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: timber on January 04, 2012, 04:27:18 am
Bro-hoof.

Who else loves the show?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on January 04, 2012, 04:32:16 am
I've been watching FiM since the series started. I love it to pieces.

Admittedly, I never liked it much as a kid. The original show was garbage meant only to shovel as many pallet-swapped ponies as possible on young girls. I never owned a single toy related to it.

But this new series? Man, it's everything a cartoon should be. It has adorable art, and actually has real characterization and stories to tell.

I seriously need to find some plushies to buy... especially Rainbow Dash. Who is obviously Best Pony. (Preemptive strikes FTW)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on January 04, 2012, 11:51:29 am
I'm a Fluttershy guy, myself.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 04, 2012, 01:46:22 pm
It was only a matter of time before a pony thread was remade on the new forums. XD

Yeah, I love the show.  I'm also part of a group of fans in my state, but haven't really been able to attend any of the meetings because most of the group lives on the other side of the state, and I can't afford to travel.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 04, 2012, 02:03:04 pm
B-Man:  I MADE the original thread, thank you!

/worshipper of Luna
//Applejack is best pony
///Appledash is best ship
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: sandman on January 04, 2012, 02:04:27 pm
I will admit, I do not understand the Bronie thing in the slightest. it baffles me.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on January 04, 2012, 02:11:54 pm
I will admit, I do not understand the Bronie thing in the slightest. it baffles me.
Have you watched the show? If not, doing so may help grant a bit of understanding.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: sandman on January 04, 2012, 02:26:01 pm
No, and to be honest, I can't imagine myself ever sitting down to watch a children's cartoon featuring My Little Ponies. It's just not going to ever happen.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on January 04, 2012, 03:08:36 pm
No, and to be honest, I can't imagine myself ever sitting down to watch a children's cartoon featuring My Little Ponies. It's just not going to ever happen.

Well, it's quite hard to understand anything you've put absolutely no effort into understanding.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 04, 2012, 03:11:44 pm
No, and to be honest, I can't imagine myself ever sitting down to watch a children's cartoon featuring My Little Ponies. It's just not going to ever happen.

While it's kinda a spoiler of sorts, I have a scene for you to view and hopefully laugh at.  This is by far one of my favorite scenes. XD

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JHy3ZhY9VKs
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: sandman on January 04, 2012, 04:23:53 pm
I'm not judging it. Just saying I am baffled by it. I am not going to watch it because cutesy cartoon ponies gushing about friendship is so far down on my list of things I ever want to put in my brain that I think it ranks below Goatse just a tad. Just saying that it is incomprehensible to me how this whole thing came about. It's like thousands of straight young men all of a sudden decided to get really, really into Carebears. I just don't get it, is all.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 04, 2012, 04:30:16 pm
I'm not judging it. Just saying I am baffled by it. I am not going to watch it because cutesy cartoon ponies gushing about friendship is so far down on my list of things I ever want to put in my brain that I think it ranks below Goatse just a tad. Just saying that it is incomprehensible to me how this whole thing came about. It's like thousands of straight young men all of a sudden decided to get really, really into Carebears. I just don't get it, is all.

I never said you were judging it, and I admit that the fanbase is quite unexpected.  I was just putting in a scene to maybe give you an idea of what the show can be like.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: sandman on January 04, 2012, 04:35:30 pm
I would be more interested in hearing someone explain what the appeal is for them than attempt to discern it for myself. Quite frankly, I know that it will never appeal to me. I will not be able to comprehend the attraction from my perspective, so it would be nice to hear someone involved explain it from their perspective.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on January 04, 2012, 04:44:22 pm
I just don't get it, is all.
Well, don't complain about not getting it if you haven't tried to get it. That's all we're saying.

I would be more interested in hearing someone explain what the appeal is for them than attempt to discern it for myself.
It is a well-written, very funny show, that just happens to have a lesson at the end of every episode (no gushing). That is the general appeal.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on January 04, 2012, 04:49:55 pm
It's a great show because:
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: sandman on January 04, 2012, 04:52:42 pm
Not complaining. Just expressing a thought. There is a difference, you know. And when i find things incomprehensible, I have this tendency to ask those who don't to explain it. And thanks for the answers. I still don't get it, but now I know why some people do.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 04, 2012, 06:44:13 pm
Sandy:  A lot of it (at least for me and mine) is that... well, mostly the previously mentioned "doesn't treat the viewers like idiots" bit.  Throw in the actually good songs, some clever jokes that give nods to the old fanbase that grew up with it in the 80's that are parents now... it really surprised a lot of us 80's kids.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 04, 2012, 07:21:00 pm
The thing about Friendship is Magic is that the ponies AREN'T gushing over friendship.  In fact, the only importance friendship has is that it happens to fuel magic.  However, other than that, they are just friends.  They act like real friends would (well, if your friends happened to be a magical unicorn and a flying pegasus)

Twilight Sparkle is a deadpan snarker, like a friendlier, less brooding Raven from Teen Titans (same VA, too)

The show actually deals with some serious issues, sometimes.  Other times, it deals with minor issues.

The weekly aesop is often poked fun at.  And indeed, becomes the entire focus of one episode where Twilight goes literally insane because she doesn't have an aesop to report.  And the aesops even become a plot device in one episode, the second of a two-parter, where they actually make sense as a plot device, and aren't hammered in.

Much of the music is aimed as much at the parents, being based off of music that THEY would have heard.  "Art of the Dress" in particular is excellent, based off of a different song from a movie (or play, I don't know the details)

In short, Sandman, while it may be based off of a franchise that did have a lot of gushing ponies, the show is more like... more like...

...Huh, I'm having a hard time finding a cartoon to compare it to.  It's a slice-of-life cartoon series with about four episodes that have adventure to it.  And the cartoon doesn't even take itself too seriously.  Hell, an animation error became the most popular pony in the show, affectionately known as Derpy Hooves by the fanbase.  And Season 2's developers know this, hence why they started making her a cameo in every episode... and then lampshaded this fact by having her briefly hog the spotlight in the most recent episode.

And I am going on too long about this, so I'm gonna quiet down now.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on January 04, 2012, 08:16:35 pm
The show actually deals with some serious issues, sometimes.
What sold my brother was that they had to deal with a fuckin' manticore in the second part of the first episode.

Yeah, I consider a manticore to be pretty serious.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on January 04, 2012, 08:17:50 pm
(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/--dPOHMZvu0Q/ThjNmasLJ7I/AAAAAAAAAEg/gOJUhj52mRQ/s1600/1304757274925.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 04, 2012, 08:35:14 pm
YAY!!! PONIES!!! I'm a proud member of both the cult of Pinkie Pie & Derpy Hooves :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: deadpandoubter on January 04, 2012, 10:16:58 pm
I like it 'cause it's cute, purty, and isn't Spongebob Squarepants (the later seasons sucked hard) or Family Guy lack-of-quality.

And because Spike is the most adorable dragon EVER. *pinches his cheek*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 04, 2012, 10:37:22 pm
I was a fan of MLP when I was a wee little girl(I still have my ponies from the 80's). I think G4(MLP:FIM) is a great improvement over the other generations. It's not really all that "girly" in nature, look how 2 of the mane 6 are "tomboys"(both Rainbow Dash & Applejack).
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 04, 2012, 11:02:17 pm
I like the fact that they tackle issues that are normally reserved for "menfolk" (such as labor and extreme sports) but do so without blatantly being "I'M A GIRL DOING GUY THINGS, LOVE ME"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on January 04, 2012, 11:21:44 pm
And because Spike is the most adorable dragon EVER. *pinches his cheek*

But when he grows up, watch out!

(http://images.cheezburger.com/completestore/2011/12/29/25deb166-7fc8-44dd-830e-b2430110576f.jpg) (http://cheezburger.com/Bobrella/lolz/View/5624266240)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 04, 2012, 11:25:03 pm
Spike goes from adorable to bad ass 8)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 05, 2012, 12:20:29 am
Hay, they even dealt with freaking racism in an early episode (Hello Zecora, my love <3) and handled it WELL.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 05, 2012, 01:15:35 am
Hay, they even dealt with freaking racism in an early episode (Hello Zecora, my love <3) and handled it WELL.

That's another thing.  The main characters aren't immune to flaws, but unlike other kid's shows, they didn't force the flaws on the characters in a way that made them out of character.  They made it scarily natural.

Zecora is an awesome character and needs another episode dedicated to her.  I also like how they are keeping something of a continuity with the plot, as one episode led her to briefly believe that perhaps the other ponies had become scared of her again.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 05, 2012, 01:18:08 am
Hay, they even dealt with freaking racism in an early episode (Hello Zecora, my love <3) and handled it WELL.

That's another thing.  The main characters aren't immune to flaws, but unlike other kid's shows, they didn't force the flaws on the characters in a way that made them out of character.  They made it scarily natural.

Zecora is an awesome character and needs another episode dedicated to her.  I also like how they are keeping something of a continuity with the plot, as one episode led her to briefly believe that perhaps the other ponies had become scared of her again.

Zecora has canon voodoo.  I want to see how that meshes with Equestrian magic in general.  I can totally see Luna and Zecora enjoying tea and playing chess while they talk shop.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 05, 2012, 01:21:59 am
Hay, they even dealt with freaking racism in an early episode (Hello Zecora, my love <3) and handled it WELL.

That's another thing.  The main characters aren't immune to flaws, but unlike other kid's shows, they didn't force the flaws on the characters in a way that made them out of character.  They made it scarily natural.

Zecora is an awesome character and needs another episode dedicated to her.  I also like how they are keeping something of a continuity with the plot, as one episode led her to briefly believe that perhaps the other ponies had become scared of her again.

Zecora has canon voodoo.  I want to see how that meshes with Equestrian magic in general.  I can totally see Luna and Zecora enjoying tea and playing chess while they talk shop.

Not to mention that Zecora would technically be an earth pony.  Who can use magic.

That's just awesome.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on January 05, 2012, 01:34:44 am
That's another thing.  The main characters aren't immune to flaws, but unlike other kid's shows, they didn't force the flaws on the characters in a way that made them out of character.  They made it scarily natural.

They made it scarily natural.

scarily natural

scarily

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v203/andsean/Screenshots/Crazy_Pinkie_Pie_S1E25.png)

They sure did.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: deadpandoubter on January 05, 2012, 01:58:32 am
And because Spike is the most adorable dragon EVER. *pinches his cheek*

But when he grows up, watch out!

(http://images.cheezburger.com/completestore/2011/12/29/25deb166-7fc8-44dd-830e-b2430110576f.jpg) (http://cheezburger.com/Bobrella/lolz/View/5624266240)

Hell yeah. Me and him gonna take over the world one of these days.

...okay, so I'm gonna dangle a ruby in front of him and lead him around to terrorize world leaders. Same difference.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: QueenofHearts on January 05, 2012, 06:06:29 am
I've only seen a few episodes on youtube (it really is a better show than it sounds with my favorite being AppleJack  ;D), so what are some good episodes to look up and watch?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 05, 2012, 06:12:49 am
All of them.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on January 05, 2012, 09:30:43 am
I've only seen a few episodes on youtube (it really is a better show than it sounds with my favorite being AppleJack  ;D), so what are some good episodes to look up and watch?
Ooh, Applejack fan. She hasn't been getting much focus lately, unfortunately. Only really having major roles in the ensemble episodes. Of course, maybe that's because she is already such a good friend that she doesn't have many lessons left to learn. ;)

For an Applejack fix, you would want “Applebuck Season"‚ “Look Before You Sleep"‚ “Fall Weather Friends", and “Over a Barrel" from season 1 (episodes 4, 8, 13, and 21, respectively). Season two has “Sisterhooves Social", (episode 5), which is primarily a Rarity and Sweetie Belle episode, but features Applejack and Apple Bloom rather prominently.

The best ensemble episodes are the two season premiers (each is a two parter), “The Best Night Ever” (season 1, episode 26), and “Hearth's Warming Eve" (season 2, episode 11). “Winter Wrap-Up" (season 1, episode 11) is also pretty popular.

My personal favorite is “May the Best Pet Win!" (season 2, episode 7). It's a Rainbow Dash episode, but that song just gets me every time!

But, yeah, I otherwise gotta agree with Zachski. Watch 'em all, and find your own favorites!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 05, 2012, 03:27:17 pm
So yeah, I don't have much to say right now.  The only reason I came here to post was to remind everyone that the new episode is this Saturday.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 05, 2012, 04:17:00 pm
And we're getting two AJ episodes in a row! *happydance*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on January 05, 2012, 06:23:14 pm
I just hope Hasbro posts it up on their site.  With episodes getting yanked from YouTube, and me not being able to afford cable (hence no Hub), I won't be able to bask in AJ's awesomeness otherwise.  :'(
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 05, 2012, 06:26:09 pm
L and others:  So far, this channel seems to be intact... maybe I can finally catch up:  http://www.youtube.com/user/Shadthebrony?feature=g-all-lik
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Iczerfour on January 05, 2012, 07:22:37 pm
Luna, Twilight Sparkle, Pinkie Pie, and Fluttershy are the ones i like.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 05, 2012, 07:41:04 pm
The upcoming Applejack episodes I'm sure are gonna be sweet n' all, but personally I'm preparing my body for the Pinkie Pie episode!  :)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 05, 2012, 09:48:59 pm
The upcoming Applejack episodes I'm sure are gonna be sweet n' all, but personally I'm preparing my body for the Pinkie Pie episode!  :)

You know, I still remember that post you made in the original thread saying you didn't like ponies.  If I recall correctly (and this would only be thanks to the dynamic nature of signatures), by the time I read that post, you had the Pony Countdown in your sig. XD

Slightly off topic:  The spoiler button is a nuclear symbol?  Well that's certainly interesting. XD
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 05, 2012, 10:15:39 pm
Can't wait for ponies...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 06, 2012, 05:35:46 am
The upcoming Applejack episodes I'm sure are gonna be sweet n' all, but personally I'm preparing my body for the Pinkie Pie episode!  :)

You know, I still remember that post you made in the original thread saying you didn't like ponies.  If I recall correctly (and this would only be thanks to the dynamic nature of signatures), by the time I read that post, you had the Pony Countdown in your sig. XD

Slightly off topic:  The spoiler button is a nuclear symbol?  Well that's certainly interesting. XD

Aw yeah, that was back in March, when the first Pony thread was made. but I figured I had to watch JUST ONE episode, just to see what everybody was going on about.... ;D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 06, 2012, 02:52:46 pm
*bro-hooves Dakota* Now if only we can convince Notch... He's still not into the show yet.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 07, 2012, 02:08:14 am
*bro-hooves Dakota* Now if only we can convince Notch... He's still not into the show yet.

Notch is that Minecraft guy, right?  I thought he agreed to watch a few episodes if the bronies beat him in the humble bundle.  Now, not everyone is gonna like the show, but if he saw it and still isn't quite convinced, that is disappointing. :(

Ah well.  That's not gonna stop me from enjoying ponies.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on January 07, 2012, 10:36:11 am
"I ferget things all the time! Like, fer example, wasn't there s'posed to be somethin' about letter-writin' at the end of this here show? Do fam'ly lessons count as frien'ship...? Oh well, we best sing to th' water instead!"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on January 07, 2012, 10:57:14 am
"I ferget things all the time! Like, fer example, wasn't there s'posed to be somethin' about letter-writin' at the end of this here show? Do fam'ly lessons count as frien'ship...? Oh well, we best sing to th' water instead!"

To be fair, only the Mane Six are supposed to write letters. And none of them were even really a part of this episode to learn a lesson about friendship.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 07, 2012, 02:55:57 pm
That's one thing that's nice about this show.  They can manage to deliver an Aesop while deviating from the formula.  Also, family lessons do count as friendship lessons, courtesy of episode 5.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on January 07, 2012, 03:16:08 pm
Man, Diamond Tiara is even more of a bitch than she was in season 1.

But Granny Smith as the founder of Ponyville is just awesome. :3  Badass grannies FTW!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on January 07, 2012, 07:05:28 pm
"I ferget things all the time! Like, fer example, wasn't there s'posed to be somethin' about letter-writin' at the end of this here show? Do fam'ly lessons count as frien'ship...? Oh well, we best sing to th' water instead!"

To be fair, only the Mane Six are supposed to write letters. And none of them were even really a part of this episode to learn a lesson about friendship.

I'm pretty sure Apple Bloom's written letters before, though.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 07, 2012, 07:38:21 pm
"I ferget things all the time! Like, fer example, wasn't there s'posed to be somethin' about letter-writin' at the end of this here show? Do fam'ly lessons count as frien'ship...? Oh well, we best sing to th' water instead!"

To be fair, only the Mane Six are supposed to write letters. And none of them were even really a part of this episode to learn a lesson about friendship.

I'm pretty sure Apple Bloom's written letters before, though.

No, I'm pretty sure she hasn't.  When she formed the CMC, that was Twilight.  Both "Stare Master" and "The Show Stoppers" only had implied letters from Twilight, and "The Cutie Mark Chronicles" was another Twilight letter, in which spike lampshades the mushiness.

Technically, Apple Bloom did write a letter in this episode.  However, that was only the forgery she made with the help of the other CMC.  Y'know, the one she used to try to trick Granny Smith to leave town with.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on January 07, 2012, 07:46:34 pm
"I ferget things all the time! Like, fer example, wasn't there s'posed to be somethin' about letter-writin' at the end of this here show? Do fam'ly lessons count as frien'ship...? Oh well, we best sing to th' water instead!"

To be fair, only the Mane Six are supposed to write letters. And none of them were even really a part of this episode to learn a lesson about friendship.

I'm pretty sure Apple Bloom's written letters before, though.

No, I'm pretty sure she hasn't.  When she formed the CMC, that was Twilight.  Both "Stare Master" and "The Show Stoppers" only had implied letters from Twilight, and "The Cutie Mark Chronicles" was another Twilight letter, in which spike lampshades the mushiness.

Technically, Apple Bloom did write a letter in this episode.  However, that was only the forgery she made with the help of the other CMC.  Y'know, the one she used to try to trick Granny Smith to leave town with.

She writes one at the end of "The Cutie Pox". Tada~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 07, 2012, 08:34:15 pm
"I ferget things all the time! Like, fer example, wasn't there s'posed to be somethin' about letter-writin' at the end of this here show? Do fam'ly lessons count as frien'ship...? Oh well, we best sing to th' water instead!"

To be fair, only the Mane Six are supposed to write letters. And none of them were even really a part of this episode to learn a lesson about friendship.

I'm pretty sure Apple Bloom's written letters before, though.

No, I'm pretty sure she hasn't.  When she formed the CMC, that was Twilight.  Both "Stare Master" and "The Show Stoppers" only had implied letters from Twilight, and "The Cutie Mark Chronicles" was another Twilight letter, in which spike lampshades the mushiness.

Technically, Apple Bloom did write a letter in this episode.  However, that was only the forgery she made with the help of the other CMC.  Y'know, the one she used to try to trick Granny Smith to leave town with.

She writes one at the end of "The Cutie Pox". Tada~

Ah, right.

So I loved this episode not only for the story, but for the little touches.  The zap apples had some awesome affects, the "idea lightbulb" bit with the lamp was damned clever, and seeing the fillies sleep through Filthy's presentation was highly amusing.  I especially found Silver Spoon and Sweetie Belle drooling to be funny, as well as Scootaloo's book faceplant.  Ya gotta love the work that the entire MLP crew put into this.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 07, 2012, 09:27:40 pm
1. Diamond Tiara needs a fucking smackdown
2. I want some zap apples
3. Granny Smith is the coolest granny ever, I claim her as mine. ;D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 07, 2012, 09:36:30 pm
My favorite parts of the episode* were some of the reactions.  When Granny Smith started singing, and everyone in the background startled, with Dr. Whooves in the foreground.  And then when she tapers off her song to see the pots and pans, and the "...Really?" look that the shopkeeper gives her before suddenly going "Oh wait, customer, WELCOME!!"

Also, Scootaloo calling Applebloom a dictionary.  And then turning a light on with her head.

In fact, facial expressions were at an all time hilarious this episode.

(*fun fact: I wrote "apple" instead of "episode" at first)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 08, 2012, 02:45:15 am
I found today's yesterday's episode epic enough to vote for in the poll on EqD to narrow down the possible episodes for the mare-athon.  Currently, it's tied in 20th place with "Bridle Gossip."
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 08, 2012, 04:47:20 pm
as I attended BroNYcon and was there for the screening of the episode... there's nothing quite like two things:

1. 500 ponies singing along to the theme.

2. 500 ponies dying of laughter when Scootaloo does the dictionary line.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on January 08, 2012, 05:17:04 pm
Which one-time characters would you like to see return? I'd like Steven Magnet ("water serpent"?), but I heard Glinda and Trixie have their fans.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 08, 2012, 05:32:45 pm
Which one-time characters would you like to see return? I'd like Steven Magnet ("water serpent"?), but I heard Glinda and Trixie have their fans.

Her name is Gilda.  As far as one shot characters, I don't know who I'd like to see back.  I think seeing the cast of "Over a Barrel" again would be interesting, but I'm not sure how they'd work that into a plot.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on January 08, 2012, 05:57:25 pm
Yeah, they live in a different town, and that episode drew quite a few complaints.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 08, 2012, 08:05:02 pm
Trixie and Discord
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 08, 2012, 11:23:17 pm
I think it would be cool to see some more parents in the mix.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on January 09, 2012, 10:03:05 pm
If you still have not seen this, you need to.  Now.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPvt8ZYSEAc
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on January 09, 2012, 10:21:52 pm
Trixie and Discord

What I would love is to see what Discord's past with the Princesses' was like with his other reign of chaos.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: deadpandoubter on January 09, 2012, 10:26:55 pm
I'm sure I don't WANT to know.

*shudder*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 09, 2012, 10:31:57 pm
Trixie and Discord

What I would love is to see what Discord's past with the Princesses' was like with his other reign of chaos.

Me too, that would be awesome
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 09, 2012, 10:48:10 pm
I want to see Discord come back, get this power nerfed, and eventually become a friend to the ponies.

Hell, in an RP I did which involved a visit to Equestria, there was an alternate dimension where Discord was a good guy, and that the balance between chaos and order was just as vital as the balance between day and night.  This dimension got destroyed by the real Discord who was superpowered by the Corruption that was spreading through the multiverses.

Ironically, it was the alternate Discord who popped in front of the heroes, screwed with them, and made them go to Equestria in the first place.  He was still a puppet master, but working for good rather than evil.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 10, 2012, 12:54:28 am
You should see the amount of DisLestia fics we get...

... ... most of them are clop.  Cue approximately 25 pre-readers and four blogponies all facehoofing and going "Sun and Moon, not again..."
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 10, 2012, 03:02:36 am
You should see the amount of DisLestia fics we get...

... ... most of them are clop.  Cue approximately 25 pre-readers and four blogponies all facehoofing and going "Sun and Moon, not again..."

Well, they WERE in a relationship before she tragically died, but we left... that.... completely untouched.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 10, 2012, 10:51:41 am
You should see the amount of DisLestia fics we get...

... ... most of them are clop.  Cue approximately 25 pre-readers and four blogponies all facehoofing and going "Sun and Moon, not again..."

Well, they WERE in a relationship before she tragically died, but we left... that.... completely untouched.

To quote several of my compatriots:  "Seen it already"

I can think of four fics off the top of my head, sadly...


Seriously though, any of you have fic ideas you want to run by me, toss them at me.  Consider this the FSTDT Ponychan thread, if you will.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 10, 2012, 03:40:36 pm
Well, it's role playing, it's not actually fanfic writing XD

And besides, we're already past Equestria.  Sure, we're taking Rainbow Dash, Pinkie Pie, and Alt!Discord with us onto the future worlds, buuuuut it's not MLP focused anymore X3

Sure was a fun RP though.  We actually had a crossover with ILLBLEED in it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 10, 2012, 04:03:02 pm
That... sounds remarkably fun.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 10, 2012, 04:48:34 pm
That... sounds remarkably fun.

Eh... we didn't do as much as we could've with it.

Mostly because it's been a long time since I'd seen the ILLBLEED Let's Play.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 10, 2012, 05:27:34 pm
A note:  For all of those ponies here, via one of the other pre-readers:


http://i.imgur.com/Q4TRh.jpg

You know what to do.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on January 11, 2012, 08:48:42 pm
You should see the amount of DisLestia fics we get...

... ... most of them are clop.  Cue approximately 25 pre-readers and four blogponies all facehoofing and going "Sun and Moon, not again..."

And I read them.



....I'm a horrible person. D:
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 11, 2012, 08:56:12 pm
You should see the amount of DisLestia fics we get...

... ... most of them are clop.  Cue approximately 25 pre-readers and four blogponies all facehoofing and going "Sun and Moon, not again..."

And I read them.



....I'm a horrible person. D:

Would you feel better if we sent you... TO THE MOOOOOOOOOOONA?!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 11, 2012, 09:04:35 pm
Seriously though, any of you have fic ideas you want to run by me, toss them at me.  Consider this the FSTDT Ponychan thread, if you will.

Is it bad that I see this as a challenge to think up the most fucked up MLP: FIM related idea for a fan fic???
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on January 11, 2012, 09:18:35 pm
You should see the amount of DisLestia fics we get...

... ... most of them are clop.  Cue approximately 25 pre-readers and four blogponies all facehoofing and going "Sun and Moon, not again..."

And I read them.



....I'm a horrible person. D:

Would you feel better if we sent you... TO THE MOOOOOOOOOOONA?!

But I don't like bananas!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 11, 2012, 11:27:44 pm
Seriously though, any of you have fic ideas you want to run by me, toss them at me.  Consider this the FSTDT Ponychan thread, if you will.

Is it bad that I see this as a challenge to think up the most fucked up MLP: FIM related idea for a fan fic???

You're talking to somepony that's read both 'Cupcakes' and 'Rainbow Factory', and routinely watched Ask Pinkamena when it was up, reads Ask Lil Miss Rarity, and is acquainted pleasantly with Slugbox and John Joseco.

Come at me, colt. :3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 11, 2012, 11:43:06 pm
Challenge accepted...now I have to brainstorm.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on January 12, 2012, 08:56:35 pm
Seriously though, any of you have fic ideas you want to run by me, toss them at me.  Consider this the FSTDT Ponychan thread, if you will.

Is it bad that I see this as a challenge to think up the most fucked up MLP: FIM related idea for a fan fic???

You're talking to somepony that's read both 'Cupcakes' and 'Rainbow Factory', and routinely watched Ask Pinkamena when it was up, reads Ask Lil Miss Rarity, and is acquainted pleasantly with Slugbox and John Joseco.

Come at me, colt. :3

You forgot "Sweet Apple Massacre." ;)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 12, 2012, 09:24:24 pm
Seriously though, any of you have fic ideas you want to run by me, toss them at me.  Consider this the FSTDT Ponychan thread, if you will.

Is it bad that I see this as a challenge to think up the most fucked up MLP: FIM related idea for a fan fic???

You're talking to somepony that's read both 'Cupcakes' and 'Rainbow Factory', and routinely watched Ask Pinkamena when it was up, reads Ask Lil Miss Rarity, and is acquainted pleasantly with Slugbox and John Joseco.

Come at me, colt. :3

You forgot "Sweet Apple Massacre." ;)

I WILL BEAT YOU TO DEATH WITH YOUR OWN USERNAME IF YOU MENTION THAT AGAIN.

(Yes, I'm joking.)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 12, 2012, 11:29:49 pm
Sweet Apple Massacre is the worst fan fic ever...and this is coming someone who enjoys grimdark fics for the most part. That fanfic is so wrong on so many levels.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Iczerfour on January 13, 2012, 02:12:43 am
(http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x466/TailsKitsune/MLP/132095923789.gif)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 13, 2012, 02:51:31 am
We have that cannon on the roof of the Equestria Daily offices.  We like to call it 'Big Bertha'.

*sighs and loads up another stack of bad fic to fire* Sorry Princess Luna!

*BOOM!*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 14, 2012, 12:43:41 am
Don't forget to catch the new episode tomorrow, everypony! ^_^
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on January 14, 2012, 12:48:15 am
Like you have to remind me. Especially when it's a Pinkie Pie episode~  =3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 14, 2012, 11:36:11 am
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pY4whBm3Elg

Glorious 480p!

I must say, those babies are gifted.  Probably even more gifted than any of the mane 6. O_o
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on January 14, 2012, 02:13:21 pm
Since I don't have a tv, I don't get the hoopla surrounding this show and I used to like the Powerpuff Girls and Dexter's Lab as well as Cow and Chicken. But this new MLP show? I just can't seem to get into the thing.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on January 14, 2012, 02:17:54 pm
Every episode is on youtube.

I think it is as good as if not better than PPG (the creator worked on that show) and better than many new shows today.

I really like how episodes are 22 minutes instead of 11.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 14, 2012, 02:57:28 pm
Did anyone else get creeped out when they invoked the Horror atmosphere?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 14, 2012, 04:49:29 pm
Did anyone else get creeped out when they invoked the Horror atmosphere?

Yeah, in a "Fuck yeah this show is awesome!" kind of way.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Normandy on January 14, 2012, 05:54:07 pm
I really need to get back to watching this show.  I watched all of the first season and loved it, but now I've only seen a few episodes of the second season.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 14, 2012, 06:15:49 pm
The person who came up with this idea totally deserves a raise.

http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/01/spike-year-of-dragon-marathon-on-hub.html
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 14, 2012, 06:43:41 pm
When Mr Cake was explaining how two Earth Ponies could end up with a pegasus and a unicorn as children, and then finished with "....That makes sense, right??" I think I almost chocked on my drink, hooray for sneaking in naughty jokes!  ;D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 14, 2012, 06:48:43 pm
When Mr Cake was explaining how two Earth Ponies could end up with a pegasus and a unicorn as children, and then finished with "....That makes sense, right??" I think I almost chocked on my drink, hooray for sneaking in naughty jokes!  ;D

The nervous look just sells it, doesn't it? XD
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on January 14, 2012, 07:54:15 pm
Am I the only one that was concerned about the drop side crib (http://thechart.blogs.cnn.com/2011/06/28/dangerous-drop-side-cribs-no-longer-for-sale/) the Cakes were using?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 14, 2012, 09:37:40 pm
When Mr Cake was explaining how two Earth Ponies could end up with a pegasus and a unicorn as children, and then finished with "....That makes sense, right??" I think I almost chocked on my drink, hooray for sneaking in naughty jokes!  ;D

Brace for Pony genetic theory vs Mrs. Cake is a cheating whore memes/fan art/fan fics. ;D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on January 14, 2012, 09:49:57 pm
I saw this one punnett square chart which had the genes for unicorn, pegasus, and earth work in a rock-paper scissors way.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 14, 2012, 10:05:53 pm
I saw that one too. BTW: I belong to the camp of bronies that believe that Fluttershy has some Earth pony in her.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Thejebusfire on January 14, 2012, 11:16:05 pm
(http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lxt5a5aQtv1r33veco1_500.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 15, 2012, 12:55:28 am
Did anyone else get creeped out when they invoked the Horror atmosphere?

Yeah, in a "Fuck yeah this show is awesome!" kind of way.

Exactly :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on January 15, 2012, 02:30:10 am
I saw that one too. BTW: I belong to the camp of bronies that believe that Fluttershy has some Earth pony in her.

Sounds pretty reasonable. I'm sure the other characters have different blood in them. It's pretty much inevitable.

I was going to make a fic where an earth pony and a pegasus pony have a child with one wing, but I guess that's been tossed  :P.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 15, 2012, 03:32:50 am
I saw that one too. BTW: I belong to the camp of bronies that believe that Fluttershy has some Earth pony in her.

Sounds pretty reasonable. I'm sure the other characters have different blood in them. It's pretty much inevitable.

I was going to make a fic where an earth pony and a pegasus pony have a child with one wing, but I guess that's been tossed  :P.

If you can justify it in the story with enough to back up WHY? Odds are good we'd take it simply for the sheer uniqueness of it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on January 15, 2012, 08:56:42 am
When Mr Cake was explaining how two Earth Ponies could end up with a pegasus and a unicorn as children, and then finished with "....That makes sense, right??" I think I almost chocked on my drink, hooray for sneaking in naughty jokes!  ;D

...I didn't even catch that.  I assumed that wings and horns were recessive, like redheads.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 15, 2012, 12:59:19 pm
Well, that's the general explanation, is recessive genes...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 15, 2012, 01:48:21 pm
I saw that one too. BTW: I belong to the camp of bronies that believe that Fluttershy has some Earth pony in her.

Yeah, as conversation seems to be suggesting, this would make an awesome fanfic idea, that's even now backed up by canon, but only if we take the Cakes info at face value.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 15, 2012, 02:17:41 pm
I'm still waiting for my Canterlot episode that's nothing but Celestia, Luna and the Royal Guards.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 15, 2012, 02:50:30 pm
I'm still waiting for my Canterlot episode that's nothing but Celestia, Luna and the Royal Guards.

"Dear me.  I learned the true values of sisterly love today, as well as how to balance responsibility and compassion......."
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 15, 2012, 02:54:26 pm
More like 'Dear Twilight'... heehee.

P.S., remind me to give Luna's Royal Guards all a pay raise.  They're lovely company when she's busy and I have insomnia.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 15, 2012, 03:27:15 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FzozSSGETJo

Part of me doesn't want to deride these people merely because of their age, but another part is saying, "Pfft, teenagers.  What the fuck do they know anyway?"  There's like one kid who's a brony, at least.  The rest of them range from somewhat cool to just plain annoying douches who've been shaped by all that stupid narrow minded boy/girl segregation shit their whole life.

I do like the one line about the girl who mentions that nobody gets in her face for liking Buzz Lightyear.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on January 15, 2012, 03:29:56 pm
I saw that one too. BTW: I belong to the camp of bronies that believe that Fluttershy has some Earth pony in her.

Sounds pretty reasonable. I'm sure the other characters have different blood in them. It's pretty much inevitable.

I was going to make a fic where an earth pony and a pegasus pony have a child with one wing, but I guess that's been tossed  :P.

If you can justify it in the story with enough to back up WHY? Odds are good we'd take it simply for the sheer uniqueness of it.

"It's magic"

Or incomplete dominance.

Another option I was thinking was to give it archaeopteryx-like wings

Although it's possible that the genes for horns and wins are polygenic, like albinism in mice.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 15, 2012, 04:58:35 pm
Let's all sing Pinkie Pie's "Piggy song"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YqgG50Z4AK4

I LOVE YOU, PINKIE PIE!!! ;D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 15, 2012, 05:02:45 pm
I saw that one too. BTW: I belong to the camp of bronies that believe that Fluttershy has some Earth pony in her.

Sounds pretty reasonable. I'm sure the other characters have different blood in them. It's pretty much inevitable.

I was going to make a fic where an earth pony and a pegasus pony have a child with one wing, but I guess that's been tossed  :P.

If you can justify it in the story with enough to back up WHY? Odds are good we'd take it simply for the sheer uniqueness of it.

"It's magic"

Or incomplete dominance.

Another option I was thinking was to give it archaeopteryx-like wings

Although it's possible that the genes for horns and wins are polygenic, like albinism in mice.

gotta give us more than 'it's magic'... 'it's magic' is getting to be a half-flanked hoofwave for "I haven't thought through the details enough to back it up to the reader"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on January 15, 2012, 05:13:03 pm
Let's all sing Pinkie Pie's "Piggy song"

I LOVE YOU, PINKIE PIE!!! ;D

Love the disembodied backup vocals on the Oinks! :D

I think the Oinks come off far cuter to me than they should, too.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 15, 2012, 06:19:02 pm
Let's all sing Pinkie Pie's "Piggy song"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YqgG50Z4AK4

I LOVE YOU, PINKIE PIE!!! ;D

Pinkie Pie is always best pony.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 16, 2012, 03:17:30 am
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2G8THABv_g

She's sexy and talented. <3

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAdFoVKMyqg

Scootaloo really needs her own episode.  :(
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Da Rat Bastid on January 16, 2012, 09:12:45 am
I saw that one too. BTW: I belong to the camp of bronies that believe that Fluttershy has some Earth pony in her.

Sounds pretty reasonable. I'm sure the other characters have different blood in them. It's pretty much inevitable.

I was going to make a fic where an earth pony and a pegasus pony have a child with one wing, but I guess that's been tossed  :P.

Oh, come on now. *rolls eyes* Since when would a one-winged character have a snowball's chance of gaining any popularity whatsoever? :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: largeham on January 16, 2012, 10:19:35 am
*Cough* I actually kinda like this show. Pinkie Pie is pretty bloody cool. But I'm still at the start of season 2.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 16, 2012, 02:49:25 pm
Andrea Libman (Pinkie and Fluttershy in the show) is cute and adorable in person, too, but make her upset and you will quickly understand how Flutterrage came to be.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: deadpandoubter on January 16, 2012, 02:56:58 pm
When Mr Cake was explaining how two Earth Ponies could end up with a pegasus and a unicorn as children, and then finished with "....That makes sense, right??" I think I almost chocked on my drink, hooray for sneaking in naughty jokes!  ;D

...I didn't even catch that.  I assumed that wings and horns were recessive, like redheads.

Pumpkin Cake looks like Mr. Cake, so I'm guessing he was just worried all that swinging he and Mrs. Cake had done had resulted in not-his-babbies.

Which Pound might still be, depending on whether dark manes and eyes are dominant or recessive in this world's biology. Pumpkin looks like her Daddy, though, albeit with blue eyes.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 16, 2012, 07:56:27 pm
Scootaloo really needs her own episode.  :(

I was just thinking that the other day, Scootaloo does need her own episode, it's not fair that Apple bloom & Sweetie Belle get all the air time.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Iczerfour on January 16, 2012, 10:53:40 pm
Scootaloo really needs her own episode.  :(

I was just thinking that the other day, Scootaloo does need her own episode, it's not fair that Apple bloom & Sweetie Belle get all the air time.

I agree Scootaloo needs an Episode..


Luna also needs more episodes.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on January 17, 2012, 10:18:43 am
Hey, I'm still waiting for a full-on Fluttershy episode this season.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Askold on January 18, 2012, 10:10:25 am
I actually watched some episodes of MLP a while back. (First season and a bit into the second...) and the show is ok but then I just lost my interest in it.

Anyway while ago I spotted a thread about MLP on another forum (which is mostly dedicated to historical re-enactment and armour making) so curiously I went to take a look if bronies had infiltrated that site as well. The thread began with some guys complaining about the show and the men watching it. Apparently bronies are a symptom of the "emasculation" and "pussification" of the male gender... That and closet gays.

Anyway lots of whining about the whole "emasculation" thing and few sensible comments before a total derailment but it did have a few funny comments:

"Breaking down in the face of the experience of enduring the horrors of war and breaking down while watching My Little Pony are two entirely fucking different things my friend."

The most vocal opponent of MLP declares that he likes Phineas and Ferb.

"It's gotten much, MUCh worse recently. ANd yeah, it does vary from school to school. But I just watched a friends kid VERY NEARLY end up a sex offender (he's 11) cause he slipped while playing tag in gym class and snapped a girls waistband. Yeah. That's it." This is a lie right? I mean it can't be real can it?

When a brony does appear and says that he is also a former cop and a SWAT member (and dresses up like a medieval warrior for battles) the response is:
"They're talking about prostrate cancer now girly man."

and a link to:
http://www.sporcle.com/games/Piste/my-little-pony-or-pornstar
Some of those names are suprisingly similar.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 18, 2012, 05:44:46 pm
*makes a note that he does fencing, and is trained in longsword, bow, crossbow, and happens to be a siege weapon geek, mainly catapult and trebuchet*

What's that about not being manly?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 18, 2012, 06:27:07 pm
*makes a note that he does fencing, and is trained in longsword, bow, crossbow, and happens to be a siege weapon geek, mainly catapult and trebuchet*

What's that about not being manly?

Some people are scared to watch it for the same reason they buy expensive sports cars and all that crap.  They're compensating for their tiny penis.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 19, 2012, 01:50:30 am
*makes a note that he does fencing, and is trained in longsword, bow, crossbow, and happens to be a siege weapon geek, mainly catapult and trebuchet*

What's that about not being manly?

Some people are scared to watch it for the same reason they buy expensive sports cars and all that crap.  They're compensating for their tiny penis.

Bits to Pinkie's Devilishly Delicious Donuts, they'll stop complaining after AJ's episodes :3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 19, 2012, 01:58:07 am
Guess what guys?  I made my first every brony meme.  Technically it's philosiraptor, but it's pony related...

http://cheezburger.com/lisamariefan/lolz/View/5712814592

Hell, I made an account over there specifically to do this.  Yeah, the brony vote page doesn't have it up yet, so you guys are kinda getting an early look. XD

(http://i.chzbgr.com/completestore/2012/1/18/1666f0fc-5ff2-4bd5-906c-256fd4217683.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on January 19, 2012, 03:46:13 pm
Cowboys don't ride puny ponies! They ride horses! Big, manly horses with 2 feet long *#@!&!

On topic, who wants to see hippocampi on this show?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on January 19, 2012, 05:03:00 pm
Are you saying we should call on the sea ponies?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p45XUXM-TAk
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on January 19, 2012, 05:50:45 pm
Are you saying we should call on the sea ponies?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p45XUXM-TAk

What in Celestia's name is this shit?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on January 19, 2012, 06:19:51 pm
The original, Generation 1, My Little Pony.

The orange pony is the original Applejack.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3NUgUu2_gBc

Once it has been seen, it cannot be unseen!  ;D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 19, 2012, 06:41:27 pm
Isn't Applejack the silly pony?

Oh, and if I didn't need to go to class soon, I'd totally watch that clip.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on January 19, 2012, 07:42:51 pm
Isn't Applejack the silly pony?
Very silly. :)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on January 19, 2012, 09:09:16 pm
I just saw Midnight Castle, which inspired a few characters from this show. I totally think they should have Tirek as a villain.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 19, 2012, 10:13:00 pm
Ah, memories... I grew up with this.  Good times.

And they can't use Tirek.  Copyright issues.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on January 19, 2012, 10:19:56 pm
From what I heard a lot of characters were copyrighted.

Still, they could just make a parody or homage character and call it that.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 19, 2012, 10:46:03 pm
Ah, memories... I grew up with this.  Good times.

Ditto...I still have my ponies from when I was a wee little girl. :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 20, 2012, 12:45:04 am
From what I heard a lot of characters were copyrighted.

Still, they could just make a parody or homage character and call it that.

Unfortunately, I don't think they CAN, according to Faust (so I've heard) and Thiessen (at BroNYcon September).  It edges too close in terms of characterization to qualify as fair use or even an homage.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on January 20, 2012, 04:01:46 am
Are you saying we should call on the sea ponies?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p45XUXM-TAk

I will smite you for this... Maybe...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Askold on January 20, 2012, 06:17:26 am
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCP9Jn2Q0cQ

AAAAGH! Death and fire from the sky! Run for your lives because death has come! Hiding is useless for they will find you with their huge and adorable eyes! And then they eat you.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on January 20, 2012, 06:43:50 am
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCP9Jn2Q0cQ

AAAAGH! Death and fire from the sky! Run for your lives because death has come! Hiding is useless for they will find you with their huge and adorable eyes! And then they eat you.

I had to watch it a second time, because I was too busy laughing too hard the first time.

Yay~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: largeham on January 20, 2012, 08:56:53 am
That is hilarious. It's even funnier because it is Fluttershy.

(http://images.cheezburger.com/completestore/2011/12/4/8dd484a9-28ce-4dd0-bf24-f0eaecf9c3a4.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on January 20, 2012, 10:10:02 am
i do wonder if Applejack overreacted or not
Sounds like she did
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on January 20, 2012, 10:17:50 am
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCP9Jn2Q0cQ

AAAAGH! Death and fire from the sky! Run for your lives because death has come! Hiding is useless for they will find you with their huge and adorable eyes! And then they eat you.

I had to watch it a second time, because I was too busy laughing too hard the first time.

Yay~
Am I the only one that thought actually playing that could make Fluttershy the scariest thing out there. I mean the constant “yay”s alone would haunt my dreams. Almost ranks up there with the Miniblins’ “Dek dek dek” from Wind Waker.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 20, 2012, 10:37:18 am
So while others have popped up both in the featured and the vote page, my philosiraptor just sits there, not getting any other exposure than the limited exposure it can get here and in a small FB group.  *sigh*  I would share it other ways, but I'd really appreciate it if they didn't just totally ignore it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on January 20, 2012, 11:02:09 am
Sorry, B-Man, but I have no idea what it takes to actually get on the vote page.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 20, 2012, 06:07:05 pm
Okay, so I have a question.  I can understand Memebase going all spoiler on our asses, but why did EqD post a picture of Pinkie that's apparently a spoiler for this Saturday with this whole "I Love Lucy" tribute thingy?

Grr.  Fuck spoilers. D:<
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 20, 2012, 06:17:18 pm
B:  This ISN'T the first spoiler we've posted.  Seth DOES warn that hey, spoilers for the episode, don't watch the linked vids if you don't WANT the spoiler.

*sighs and facehooves*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 20, 2012, 06:18:08 pm
B:  This ISN'T the first spoiler we've posted.  Seth DOES warn that hey, spoilers for the episode, don't watch the linked vids if you don't WANT the spoiler.

*sighs and facehooves*

I avoid stuff that's clearly marked, but this was in the goddamn DRAWFRIEND for today.  It wasn't linked, either.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 20, 2012, 06:24:54 pm
Okay, that's unavoidable, and yes, potentially sucky.  However, Seth tends to put warnings on the Drawfriends for right AFTER an episode's aired.  Beforehoof? can't do anything about it.  I asked him about this a couple weeks ago, and he said there's so much art out there that he picks most of it purely at random (save for anything Trixie... the boy's hopeless, sometimes)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 21, 2012, 10:33:56 am
...and the fandom rejoiced shat themselves.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on January 21, 2012, 10:40:08 am
Oh my little pony god, that was the best episode in a while, let me tell you~

Pinkie Pie was in rare form, which is always awesome. And even better? EVEN BETTER?

Holy crap, not only was Derpy referred to by name, but she had lines. Lines, you guys. LINES. Lines and character. Holy crap.

Oh, and I guess Applejack was in this episode too~  =3


(No, but seriously, I almost never stopped laughing the entire episode. I love this episode. I would buy a ring and propose to this episode, but it would probably turn me down because I bought a Star Sapphire ring at the comic shop instead of a real ring. The Star Sapphires are the corps of love, come on. It's totally symbolic. =< And this episode is going to be on the DVD? Holy crap, is February over yet??)

In conclusion, I love everything~  This episode wins first place. Ding!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 21, 2012, 11:09:32 am
THEY GAVE DERPY LINES......
(http://i664.photobucket.com/albums/vv5/Nickiecole/imagesCAE56XTD.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 21, 2012, 12:01:51 pm
While the fandom may be broken on the voice, I think it was cute.  I also got the chance to warm up to it even more/again thanks to YT. <3

Pinkie sounded half-demonic by the way when AJ "broke" her promise.  Now there's a topic for MLF: FiH> >_>
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on January 21, 2012, 03:14:47 pm
Ah, memories... I grew up with this.  Good times.

Ditto...I still have my ponies from when I was a wee little girl. :D

Had to get rid of Bride Pony, Baby Whirly Twirl, and teh Remco unicorn knockoff, but I will never ever get rid of Skydancer.  Recently restyled her mane and tail to look like Fluttershy's. :3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 21, 2012, 03:45:02 pm
So I'm working on a shipping fanfic that involves Pinkie Pie and Rarity, and takes place right after the end of today's episode.  The only thing is, a part of me wants to turn this into clopfiction, while another part of me wants to keep it clean enough to be able to be posted onto EqD.  Is it possible to take a third option, wherein I have two different versions, or even an "alternate ending" that turns into clopfiction or something?  I...uh...I'd like some advice.

Oh, and I was hoping maybe I could find someone to help edit my story/stories.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 21, 2012, 03:55:56 pm
So I'm working on a shipping fanfic that involves Pinkie Pie and Rarity, and takes place right after the end of today's episode.  The only thing is, a part of me wants to turn this into clopfiction, while another part of me wants to keep it clean enough to be able to be posted onto EqD.  Is it possible to take a third option, wherein I have two different versions, or even an "alternate ending" that turns into clopfiction or something?  I...uh...I'd like some advice.

Oh, and I was hoping maybe I could find someone to help edit my story/stories.

My best advice is to write both versions, and offer one to EqD, and the other to post on FIM Fiction/clopsort.  It makes things easier on us pre-readers.

As for editing, hit up Ponychan and ask anypony there for an assist.  We pre-readers don't usually offer editing services (I'm already doing so for two other writers, myself), but Ponychan's pretty good about help.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 21, 2012, 04:14:32 pm
Well, I'm working on the clean version now, and it involves them going to Appleloosa right now before nightfall hits.  I'm almost tempted to make the cloppy version occur between the ponies kissing and between Pinkie waking up from a nice little slumber to go to Appleloosa.  Also, I'm just saying "sure, why not" with the town being on the horizon, because I don't think spending the night in the desert alone is a good idea.

I dunno.  Details clearly aren't done, but we'll see how things go.  I'm honestly hoping for this to be a one parter, because 3000 words minimum just sounds insane to me.  I dunno.  We'll see how things develop.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 21, 2012, 05:04:02 pm
The best fics are the ones where you don't realize there IS a clop version, and it doesn't detract from the main body of the work by having the clop not included.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 21, 2012, 05:26:37 pm
The best fics are the ones where you don't realize there IS a clop version, and it doesn't detract from the main body of the work by having the clop not included.

Fair enough.  I now have a question.  According to submission guidelines, the story should be at least 2500 words.  I've hit what could easily be a conclusion at 1300 or so.  So I have two questions.

1.  How strict is the minimum word requirement?  I mean, I can add to my story and do my best to not make it suck, but I'd practically have to double it, and I'm not in the business of making things unnecessarily wordy just to pad my story's length.

2.  Would a one part story be able to include a kind of self-contained epilogue if I though I had reached a conclusion early?  I suppose it could, but unless I change up the last bit, I can't see any way to really do this without a time skip from...maybe the next morning when they finally are able to get a train back to Ponyville, or when they actually arrive.  I suppose if I were a more experienced writer, I'd be able to figure out what to do for myself without asking.  Also, I suppose typing here is a way for me to turn options over in my head for how to continue/extend this story without the quality suffering.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 21, 2012, 05:54:49 pm
The best fics are the ones where you don't realize there IS a clop version, and it doesn't detract from the main body of the work by having the clop not included.

Fair enough.  I now have a question.  According to submission guidelines, the story should be at least 2500 words.  I've hit what could easily be a conclusion at 1300 or so.  So I have two questions.

1.  How strict is the minimum word requirement?  I mean, I can add to my story and do my best to not make it suck, but I'd practically have to double it, and I'm not in the business of making things unnecessarily wordy just to pad my story's length.

2.  Would a one part story be able to include a kind of self-contained epilogue if I though I had reached a conclusion early?  I suppose it could, but unless I change up the last bit, I can't see any way to really do this without a time skip from...maybe the next morning when they finally are able to get a train back to Ponyville, or when they actually arrive.  I suppose if I were a more experienced writer, I'd be able to figure out what to do for myself without asking.  Also, I suppose typing here is a way for me to turn options over in my head for how to continue/extend this story without the quality suffering.

To your first, the fic has to be MIND-BLOWINGLY good to be under the word count, especially that far.  If it's that low, odds are good we'll tell you to post it to FIM Fiction or something.  Equestria Daily is a double-edged sword with our requirements.  The reason we have such a high minimum word count is because any fic that meets that mark is generally pretty damned good (though we've had exceptions...) and to try and keep the flood of fic down (which doesn't help, surprisingly).

The second... you can have the epilogue, and it might add several hundred words to your word count, but admittedly, it wouldn't hurt either way.

Anything else? :3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 21, 2012, 06:16:57 pm
The best fics are the ones where you don't realize there IS a clop version, and it doesn't detract from the main body of the work by having the clop not included.

Fair enough.  I now have a question.  According to submission guidelines, the story should be at least 2500 words.  I've hit what could easily be a conclusion at 1300 or so.  So I have two questions.

1.  How strict is the minimum word requirement?  I mean, I can add to my story and do my best to not make it suck, but I'd practically have to double it, and I'm not in the business of making things unnecessarily wordy just to pad my story's length.

2.  Would a one part story be able to include a kind of self-contained epilogue if I though I had reached a conclusion early?  I suppose it could, but unless I change up the last bit, I can't see any way to really do this without a time skip from...maybe the next morning when they finally are able to get a train back to Ponyville, or when they actually arrive.  I suppose if I were a more experienced writer, I'd be able to figure out what to do for myself without asking.  Also, I suppose typing here is a way for me to turn options over in my head for how to continue/extend this story without the quality suffering.

To your first, the fic has to be MIND-BLOWINGLY good to be under the word count, especially that far.  If it's that low, odds are good we'll tell you to post it to FIM Fiction or something.  Equestria Daily is a double-edged sword with our requirements.  The reason we have such a high minimum word count is because any fic that meets that mark is generally pretty damned good (though we've had exceptions...) and to try and keep the flood of fic down (which doesn't help, surprisingly).

The second... you can have the epilogue, and it might add several hundred words to your word count, but admittedly, it wouldn't hurt either way.

Anything else? :3

I don't think so at the moment.  I was kinda going to end it with them heading to Appleloosta with a bit about sending a lesson to Princess Celestia about what they learned, but I decided to go on to them seeing Braeburn and getting a room for the night, followed by the getting up in the morning so that the can return to Ponyville.  I might even have some interaction with the main cast when they get back.  Hell, I might have one or both of them write a letter to Princess Celestia at the very end.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 21, 2012, 06:24:36 pm
A., it's Appleoosa.  B., I'm going to want to read this.  Odds are good something will pop up that I'll need to check over.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 21, 2012, 06:34:12 pm
Right.  Also, I'm half considering, now that I'm up to a point...

...I'm half considering making Pinkie's father homophobic.  Like, they're spending the morning after breakfast together, waiting for the train back to Ponyville to arrive, and Pinkie's still a bit unsure about things.  She wants to know how Rarity thinks the rest of their friends will react, and deep inside she's feeling slightly guilty about her feelings for Rarity as she [possibly] had a dream about her father disowning her for it.  I mean, I haven't even written a dream out, but maybe I could script one in here, or at least a bit where Pinkie talks about her dream and about her dad.

Edit:  I did go briefly into the subject, but I didn't dwell on it.  I'm about to write the very last part where they get onto the train and go back to Ponyville.  I probably will skip most if not all of the train trip and will have them meeting their friends again, who will understandably be a bit relieved to see their friends back safe and sound.

Well, I have it at 2436.  I know the minimum is "2500 words," but that's pretty damned close.  I mean, I'm sure it'll need some refining maybe here and there, and some words may be cut out and some added to make it flow better beyond other corrections.  What do you think?  Should I send it off to the fires of editors?

Update:  I've submitted it to an editor from my state's brony group.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 21, 2012, 07:51:23 pm
Pinkie's dad as a homophobe has been done to death.  I'd suggest an alternate characterization than that.

2436 words? we're willing to let that slide, if it's good enough.  good on you for submitting it to an editor.  I'd like to see it when you get it back.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 21, 2012, 07:55:43 pm
Pinkie's dad as a homophobe has been done to death.  I'd suggest an alternate characterization than that.

2436 words? we're willing to let that slide, if it's good enough.  good on you for submitting it to an editor.  I'd like to see it when you get it back.

Well, I could make Pinkie's dad dead, but then I'd be cutting out a chunk of dialog and finding something for the hole.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 21, 2012, 07:58:55 pm
From what I heard a lot of characters were copyrighted.

Still, they could just make a parody or homage character and call it that.

Unfortunately, I don't think they CAN, according to Faust (so I've heard) and Thiessen (at BroNYcon September).  It edges too close in terms of characterization to qualify as fair use or even an homage.

Most of the characters are copyrighted, but I do think they could make something Tirek-ish(which would be SWEET, because Tirek was a hardcore demon/baphomet of a villian). BTW, is it wrong that an awesome shipping fic idea just popped in my head, pairing Tirek and Celestia??
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 21, 2012, 08:01:43 pm
Okay time to watch the new episode, I hope this'll be a good'un....

Oh, hello Rainbow Dash, wait did she just...

OH GOD SHE JUST DERPY OH MY GOD IT'S DERPY AAAAAAAAAAAA
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: affirmedatheist on January 21, 2012, 08:42:07 pm
Episode? OMG..

Never, EVER, break a Pinkie Promise if you value your life.

Also, lol at Pinkie/Rarity ending. Bwahahaha... Poor Rarity. ;D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on January 21, 2012, 08:44:25 pm
For the record, I prefer "cherrychanga".
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 21, 2012, 10:15:02 pm
B:  You may have to.

Nick:  There's already the Discordlestia and Discordpie ships out there.  They've been around since the season 2 two-parter.

Dakota:  Dat plot!

Affirmed:  Rarity failed the trust fall.

Tai:  Here you go.  Whiteout made them right after the episode.  It's apparently DELICIOUS!  http://askwhiteoutpony.tumblr.com/post/16235535421/so-pinkie-inspired-me-and-i-made
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 21, 2012, 11:31:36 pm
I'm well aware of Discord shipping fics, I've read most of them.  ;D
I just thought shipping between badass villian from G1 with the princess goddess from G4 would be an awesome idea, especially if there is some sort demon spawn that is the end result of it.

Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 21, 2012, 11:38:24 pm
I'm well aware of Discord shipping fics, I've read most of them.  ;D
I just thought shipping between badass villian from G1 with the princess goddess from G4 would be an awesome idea, especially if there is some sort demon spawn that is the end result of it.

I get the feeling Discord would look at Tirek and go "Bitch, PLEASE"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 22, 2012, 12:34:33 am
I'm well aware of Discord shipping fics, I've read most of them.  ;D
I just thought shipping between badass villian from G1 with the princess goddess from G4 would be an awesome idea, especially if there is some sort demon spawn that is the end result of it.

I get the feeling Discord would look at Tirek and go "Bitch, PLEASE"

Now that would be a great idea for a fan fic... face off between Tirek and Discord.
MLP VILLIAN FIGHT!!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 22, 2012, 04:04:05 pm
So because there's a fanfic thread, I may...post the link there, here, or in both spots when my story makes it through the fires of editorship and prereadership.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on January 22, 2012, 06:20:15 pm
For the record, I prefer "cherrychanga".

CHIMICHERRYCHANGAAAAAA!!!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yla on January 22, 2012, 07:42:43 pm
I just finally came to the end of Fallout Equestria, after I've spent a lot of time in the last week on it. I... I think I have something in my eye... (The fates of the Mane cast+Princesses... Sniffle.)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 22, 2012, 09:59:21 pm
Kkat and Fo:E can both burn as far as we pre-readers are concerned.  We're regretting ever allowing that to go up in the first place.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 23, 2012, 12:59:28 am
So I'm getting real time feedback as we speak.

Update:  The story has made one entire pass through an editor, and several good changes have occurred.  Tomorrow, another pass will occur.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 23, 2012, 02:29:13 am
Requesting you e-mail it to me after that edit pass, B.  You have me intrigued, which doesn't happen often.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 23, 2012, 02:49:26 am
Requesting you e-mail it to me after that edit pass, B.  You have me intrigued, which doesn't happen often.

I take it you mean after the second pass.  Yeah.  I can do that. :D

While we're on the topic, how common is Raripie, anyway?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yla on January 23, 2012, 10:38:31 am
Kkat and Fo:E can both burn as far as we pre-readers are concerned.  We're regretting ever allowing that to go up in the first place.
Curious Inquiry: May I ask why?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 23, 2012, 02:27:06 pm
B:  Raripie? It ain't.  That's a VERY uncommon ship, and I think we've seen it all of twice since I became a pre-reader and EqD STARTED.  I'm interested... again.

Yla:  Mostly for the fact that Kkat flaunted our 'no clop' rules after we okayed Fo:E to go up initially, since we didn't check followup chapters at the time we allowed it to go up.  Chapter 20.5 explicitly mentions double-ended dildos and orgasms.  When we called her on it in the comments, her fanbase basically responded with "HOW DARE YOU TELL HER SHE'S WRONG!"

Throw in that she's followed other authors to their FA journals where they're mocking a plothole or a character and she rages on them and says not to contact her ever again (when she... doesn't watch anypony on FA... so she has to either check the author's page, or be told about it by one of her toadies...); she recently said in a journal of her own that anypony that hates Fo:E is the same as somepony that hates chocolate; she's told us pre-readers that she could do our jobs (all ~30 of us) better than we could... We Don't Like Her.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 23, 2012, 02:30:44 pm
Can't you take down the less than lawful chapters?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 23, 2012, 02:42:58 pm
If we do, Zach, the Fo:E fanbase will inundate Sethisto's e-mail with fanwank so massive it might make his account explode.  He already gets something on the order of 200 a day.  We've all but blacklisted Kkat from ever posting again, since she's seen fit to throw our simple rules in our collective face.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yla on January 23, 2012, 03:50:49 pm
Wow.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 23, 2012, 06:59:13 pm
So I just axed the homophobia part in favor of Pinkie Pie having doubts about being worthy of Rarity's love.  Rarity then basically reveals that if fate hadn't stepped in to solidify her fashionista career, she was considering becoming a chef, and as such, she envies Pinkie somewhat.  She still loves her fashonista business, but she has a "what could have been" feeling about her path in life.

In short, she talks about how amazing she thinks Pinkie is for being able to do something she once considered.  Yeah, my explanation may sound a bit muddy.  I know.  I just wanted to let you guys know what I tried changing things to.

I'm getting another editor to read through it right now. :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 23, 2012, 07:17:31 pm
So I just axed the homophobia part in favor of Pinkie Pie having doubts about being worthy of Rarity's love.  Rarity then basically reveals that if fate hadn't stepped in to solidify her fashionista career, she was considering becoming a chef, and as such, she envies Pinkie somewhat.  She still loves her fashonista business, but she has a "what could have been" feeling about her path in life.

In short, she talks about how amazing she thinks Pinkie is for being able to do something she once considered.  Yeah, my explanation may sound a bit muddy.  I know.  I just wanted to let you guys know what I tried changing things to.

I'm getting another editor to read through it right now. :D

Now THAT sounds like a good read, B.  That's what we like to see from authors, rather than "Fix A, B, and C, and it's good to go" and then never hearing from them again.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 23, 2012, 07:36:36 pm
So I just axed the homophobia part in favor of Pinkie Pie having doubts about being worthy of Rarity's love.  Rarity then basically reveals that if fate hadn't stepped in to solidify her fashionista career, she was considering becoming a chef, and as such, she envies Pinkie somewhat.  She still loves her fashonista business, but she has a "what could have been" feeling about her path in life.

In short, she talks about how amazing she thinks Pinkie is for being able to do something she once considered.  Yeah, my explanation may sound a bit muddy.  I know.  I just wanted to let you guys know what I tried changing things to.

I'm getting another editor to read through it right now. :D

Now THAT sounds like a good read, B.  That's what we like to see from authors, rather than "Fix A, B, and C, and it's good to go" and then never hearing from them again.

Hehe.  I used to be one of those, actually.  I have yet to go figure out my "Rarity and three Wonderbolts die because Rainbow fails the Sonic Rainboom" plot I devised way back.

Well, I do hope you like it.  There's a bit more dialog now as a result of the change, and it even pushes the story to over 2500 words. XD
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 23, 2012, 07:42:57 pm
We've gotten buckets of 'rainboom fail' fics, unfortunately... if you're not doing something different with it, we'll reject it.

And you're over 2500! that's good! Veddy good!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 23, 2012, 07:48:16 pm
We've gotten buckets of 'rainboom fail' fics, unfortunately... if you're not doing something different with it, we'll reject it.

And you're over 2500! that's good! Veddy good!

In that case, I might just scrap it.  I don't want to crowd the market.  I mean, I could read all the fics and try to find another angle, but c'mon.  Fuck that. :P

...

...then again, maybe SOME day.  Just not in the foreseeable future. :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 23, 2012, 07:51:41 pm
Hey, don't give up on it.  You might come up with something we haven't seen, eventually.  Right now... there's at least five 'rainboom fails' fics I can think of on EqD off the top of my head.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 23, 2012, 07:58:37 pm
Hey, don't give up on it.  You might come up with something we haven't seen, eventually.  Right now... there's at least five 'rainboom fails' fics I can think of on EqD off the top of my head.

Thanks.  I suppose the mark of a writer is coming up with something fresh, whether it's an original fic idea, or a familiar fic idea written in a new and exciting direction.

Oh, and I'm thinking of changing my profile pic to what (currently) an unfinished version of the story's art (uncolored, rough sketch).  I didn't draw it, but a friend in my state's brony group did.

Hell with it.  Why not?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on January 23, 2012, 09:33:52 pm
So I just axed the homophobia part in favor of Pinkie Pie having doubts about being worthy of Rarity's love.  Rarity then basically reveals that if fate hadn't stepped in to solidify her fashionista career, she was considering becoming a chef, and as such, she envies Pinkie somewhat.  She still loves her fashonista business, but she has a "what could have been" feeling about her path in life.

In short, she talks about how amazing she thinks Pinkie is for being able to do something she once considered.  Yeah, my explanation may sound a bit muddy.  I know.  I just wanted to let you guys know what I tried changing things to.

I'm getting another editor to read through it right now. :D

That could work really well, especially with the breakfast scenes in "Sisterhooves Social" to draw from.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 23, 2012, 09:38:16 pm
So I just axed the homophobia part in favor of Pinkie Pie having doubts about being worthy of Rarity's love.  Rarity then basically reveals that if fate hadn't stepped in to solidify her fashionista career, she was considering becoming a chef, and as such, she envies Pinkie somewhat.  She still loves her fashonista business, but she has a "what could have been" feeling about her path in life.

In short, she talks about how amazing she thinks Pinkie is for being able to do something she once considered.  Yeah, my explanation may sound a bit muddy.  I know.  I just wanted to let you guys know what I tried changing things to.

I'm getting another editor to read through it right now. :D

That could work really well, especially with the breakfast scenes in "Sisterhooves Social" to draw from.

That's what I was kinda thinking, actually.  I didn't specifically reference the episode, but she does mention breakfast, and making it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on January 24, 2012, 12:10:46 am
i love how this is one of the longest topics on the entire forum~  Yay, ponies.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 24, 2012, 12:24:30 am
i love how this is one of the longest topics on the entire forum~  Yay, ponies.

Expect it to grow longer.  I...haven't made many posts in other topics on this particular board, and I think the others were in that "Heresy" thread.

I have 48 posts in this board - this will make it 49 - and this is my top posting board as a result. XD  Hell, even my activity in this board is the highest at 5.37% of my time!

P.S.  What do you think of my Raripie pic that a friend from a brony group made?  I mean, it has yet to be colored, but you can still kinda see it okay. XD
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 24, 2012, 12:32:55 am
i love how this is one of the longest topics on the entire forum~  Yay, ponies.
That's because ponies are awesome and Friendship is really Magic... ;D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on January 24, 2012, 12:44:39 am
i love how this is one of the longest topics on the entire forum~  Yay, ponies.
That's because ponies are awesome and Friendship is really Magic... ;D

This is entirely true.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 24, 2012, 02:23:46 am
So my fic went through a second edit session, and even further changes were made.  I'm gonna review the unresolved comments and mark them off one by one, and then I'm ready for primetime. :)

Wow.  Getting editing advice has once again added to my word count, and in an awesomely positive way.  I now have 2673 2677 words of content.  There's only two unresolved comments right now.  One is a rewording of a brief mention of Lyra and Bon Bon, and the other is a strikethrough.  I'm done editing it, and now it's time for prereaders.

Priestling, I sent something to your e-mail.  I also have my editor reading it as more of a general reader, so he can get the whole sense of the flow, instead of getting too stuck on details.  You both can comment on stuff that interrupts the flow or raises questions and all that.

I...am going to submit it to EqD officially anyway, but I thought I'd let you know. :D

Well, actually.  Shit.  I gotta include all that meta shit anyway.  I just remembered that.  Good thing I didn't fire off the e-mail to Seth et. al. yet.

Note:  The short link wasn't working for the EqD submit staff, so it may not work for you.  That's fine.  I sent them the full link after I found this out, so you can have that along with all that other important submitter data, Priestling!  When he's trying to find prereaders, I'm sure a Raripie fic will stand out, so there's that.  Ehehehe.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 24, 2012, 01:27:24 pm
Word count's feasible, you leave the detail work to we pre-readers.

And I may bow out of pre-reading it, as I've been helping you (therefore bias), so somepony else will probably pick it up.  Shipping... probably Snarkle, Mech, Hidden... possibly Cray.  Kits won't touch it, since his OTP is Pinkiedash...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 24, 2012, 01:29:07 pm
Word count's feasible, you leave the detail work to we pre-readers.

And I may bow out of pre-reading it, as I've been helping you (therefore bias), so somepony else will probably pick it up.  Shipping... probably Snarkle, Mech, Hidden... possibly Cray.  Kits won't touch it, since his OTP is Pinkiedash...

Yeah, that's cool.  Heh.  If/when it passes snuff, you can read it just like everypony else on EqD. :D

Edit:  Oh hell yes!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fPbhQwjiRps
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 24, 2012, 01:51:36 pm
Straight from the pre-reader IRC, lucky pony! Siraj is yours truly, kits is one of our legendary pre-readers.

[13:37] <~Siraj> ... anypony taken a look at 'New Horizons' in the queue?
[13:40] <~Siraj> I really tried to help him... but it looks like it desperately needs a ponychan and the omnibus, doesn't it?
[13:43] <@kits[work]> i'll look real quick
[13:44] <@kits[work]> yeah
[13:44] <@kits[work]> um
[13:44] <@kits[work]> does this go into history?
[13:44] <@kits[work]> like a nice flashback?
[13:45] <~Siraj> the fic? nope
[13:45] <@kits[work]> yeah. this is pretty much not suitable as it's own story ATM
[13:46] <@kits[work]> if this was the CONCLUSION of a story line following these two through several days/episodes with some build up, it could work
[13:46] <@kits[work]> Like, show Pinkie falling for Rarity
[13:47] <@kits[work]> As it stands now, it's suddenly PinkieKisses (not a bad thing, just not EqD-able)
[13:47] <@kits[work]> the OTHER thing that couls be done
[13:48] <@kits[work]> is to flash FORWARD and make this the 'beginning of the relationship scene'
[13:48] <@kits[work]> and show their relationship in a slice-of-lifey manner
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 24, 2012, 02:02:46 pm
Straight from the pre-reader IRC, lucky pony! Siraj is yours truly, kits is one of our legendary pre-readers.

[13:37] <~Siraj> ... anypony taken a look at 'New Horizons' in the queue?
[13:40] <~Siraj> I really tried to help him... but it looks like it desperately needs a ponychan and the omnibus, doesn't it?
[13:43] <@kits[work]> i'll look real quick
[13:44] <@kits[work]> yeah
[13:44] <@kits[work]> um
[13:44] <@kits[work]> does this go into history?
[13:44] <@kits[work]> like a nice flashback?
[13:45] <~Siraj> the fic? nope
[13:45] <@kits[work]> yeah. this is pretty much not suitable as it's own story ATM
[13:46] <@kits[work]> if this was the CONCLUSION of a story line following these two through several days/episodes with some build up, it could work
[13:46] <@kits[work]> Like, show Pinkie falling for Rarity
[13:47] <@kits[work]> As it stands now, it's suddenly PinkieKisses (not a bad thing, just not EqD-able)
[13:47] <@kits[work]> the OTHER thing that couls be done
[13:48] <@kits[work]> is to flash FORWARD and make this the 'beginning of the relationship scene'
[13:48] <@kits[work]> and show their relationship in a slice-of-lifey manner

So if I'm understanding this correctly, they'd like my story to expand beyond a one part story, perhaps?  I sure the hell don't want to tear apart and rebuild what I've already written just to make this into a story that builds up or does a slice of life bit.

If I need to change the original document itself, that's fine.  I don't want to, but I'll pony up [pun totally intended] and manage.  What I'm getting from the transcript is that I need to flat out expand it, and that may require a second document.

Also, I'm curious if he actually read it.  According to Google Docs, I was the last one to actually look at it, and that was at 4:06 AM CST.  I'm not saying that reading it will automatically make him love it or change his opinion, but such a thing would be appreciated.

Also, I have a bit of a related question.  DO fanfics made my prereaders have to go through prereading, and if they do, how do you handle that.  You clearly are all familiar with each other, or mostly so, so how can you review a story without bias?  Who do the prereaders go to if they need a story preread?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 24, 2012, 02:38:17 pm
okay, in order...

1.  Yes, expand on it.  It moves too quickly, and it's what we call a 'February fic', that is "I have a crush on somepony but I can't tell them and then when I tell them it's requitted so it's all okay now".

2.  You don't HAVE to craft a second document.  We've gotten 6 and 7 K stories, all the way up to 23 K before.  A couple thousand more words might make all the difference.

3.  Kits read it, I read it, and a couple of the others took a peek.  Generally, we skim, unless the story draws us in, or we see something on the skim that makes us stop and go "wait, this needs to be fixed."

4.  As pre-readers, we DO have auto-post privileges.  Here's the funny thing though:  None of us have EVER used them.  We hold each other to a higher standard.  One of our guys went through 48 revisions of his first chapter alone, and had scrapped it twice, before it was post-worthy.  We will buck the hay out of each other's work to make damn sure it's GOOD work.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 24, 2012, 02:42:02 pm
okay, in order...

1.  Yes, expand on it.  It moves too quickly, and it's what we call a 'February fic', that is "I have a crush on somepony but I can't tell them and then when I tell them it's requitted so it's all okay now".

2.  You don't HAVE to craft a second document.  We've gotten 6 and 7 K stories, all the way up to 23 K before.  A couple thousand more words might make all the difference.

3.  Kits read it, I read it, and a couple of the others took a peek.  Generally, we skim, unless the story draws us in, or we see something on the skim that makes us stop and go "wait, this needs to be fixed."

4.  As pre-readers, we DO have auto-post privileges.  Here's the funny thing though:  None of us have EVER used them.  We hold each other to a higher standard.  One of our guys went through 48 revisions of his first chapter alone, and had scrapped it twice, before it was post-worthy.  We will buck the hay out of each other's work to make damn sure it's GOOD work.

Ah.  Thanks for the clarifications.  So as I understand it, there's nothing that inherently needs to be "fixed," save for the story being too damned abrupt?  That's what I'm getting from this whole thing.  That's cool.  Hey, nopony ever said the big ticket of EqD with the crapton of pageviews it gets daily would be easy. :P

Hell, I kinda even went over the omnibus a little last night, and it says flat out that getting onto EqD isn't easy. XD

Also, since I gave general permissions on the story, does that mean that I won't see who has opened it unless I either explicitly give them permissions or they...comment or something?  As I understand it, that would be the case that makes the most sense.

Oh yeah.  I want you to give my regards to the other prereaders.  You guys are awesome.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 24, 2012, 02:59:46 pm
Yeah, just build on what you have.  It's too short and too fast, really, that's about your only issue as it stands.

vital suggestion:  change the permissions to 'anyone that has the link'.  We've had trolls previously pop into stories and nuke 78 pages of work over the last two months while the author was asleep or away from the computer.

We don't comment on fics except when we're doing something funny amongst ourselves.  We do all our discussion in the IRC and e-mail threads.

Will do and have done.  They now have warm fuzzies.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 24, 2012, 03:06:40 pm
Yeah, just build on what you have.  It's too short and too fast, really, that's about your only issue as it stands.

vital suggestion:  change the permissions to 'anyone that has the link'.  We've had trolls previously pop into stories and nuke 78 pages of work over the last two months while the author was asleep or away from the computer.

We don't comment on fics except when we're doing something funny amongst ourselves.  We do all our discussion in the IRC and e-mail threads.

Will do and have done.  They now have warm fuzzies.

If you're talking about the two with explicit permissions, then they're part of a group of my state's bronies, and one of them even helped me edit it.  The other one read it, but didn't really suggest any major changes.  Of course, there is the chance that a troll could exploit a security hole, if that's what you mean.  I can change the general link permissions to just viewing if you guys handle things via chat/e-mail and whatnot, though.

I've even talked to them in group chat.  I don't actually personally know any of them, but they all seem to know each other, so I'm relying on not only earned trust from being in the group for a while and seeing some of the posting habits, but also befriending/directly chatting with them and a kind of proxy trust that arises form them all kind of knowing each other a little. :)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 24, 2012, 03:12:21 pm
Good, good, I no longer have edit access according to Google.  You're golden.  So, before I go off to do laundry, all I suggest is that you build up and have some backstory on when and why Pinkie fell in love with Rarity.  We need more than "I really like you" "I really like you too, but I was afraid to admit it" and end.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 24, 2012, 03:15:32 pm
Good, good, I no longer have edit access according to Google.  You're golden.  So, before I go off to do laundry, all I suggest is that you build up and have some backstory on when and why Pinkie fell in love with Rarity.  We need more than "I really like you" "I really like you too, but I was afraid to admit it" and end.

So the bit where Rarity gushes about her past and her secret envy of Pinkie is alright, yet I still need to flesh out Pinkie some more?  I mean, I can build up for both of them more possibly, but I'm not sure if that would be too jumpy or confusing.  Then again, I haven't even written anything new yet, so I can't really properly assess that until I turn ideas into reality.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 24, 2012, 04:41:59 pm
yep, flesh out Pinkie.  I think if you do that, it'll make it a much more solid work.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: largeham on January 24, 2012, 05:28:13 pm
Good luck with the fic, but to me Rarity and Pinkie Pie seems a bit weird.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 24, 2012, 05:39:45 pm
Good luck with the fic, but to me Rarity and Pinkie Pie seems a bit weird.

Hey, it can't be any weirder than the multitude of other shipping combinations people have made, right? ???
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: largeham on January 24, 2012, 05:41:47 pm
I don't read fanfic so I can't say. I guess the only one that really makes sense (to me) would be Rainbow Dash and Pinkie Pie.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 24, 2012, 08:46:20 pm
So I think I can flesh out Pinkie more without changing the first half of the story leading up to Appleloosa.  I'm gonna use two plot devices to do this.

1)  A dream

2)  A flashback, narrated by Rarity

Yeah, I know that sounds a little vague.  I'm saying it to pique your interest.  Also, I'm too lazy to type out my full plan.

Well, I might have to change some parts to keep things coherent, but I can keep the main structure of it together, I think.  I have some other things I'll need to change that were pretty big after Appleloosa, too. XD
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 24, 2012, 08:52:48 pm
I think your flashbacks will be fine.

Also, I ship Twinkie, Fluttarity and Appledash.

I blame a fellow pony author, Gabriel LaVedier (if you've read any of the Bad Apple series of stories, that's him) for getting me hooked on Twinkie.  Twilight having a pet name for Pinkie of 'My little cookbook' gave me diabetes.  Again.

Fluttarity? Hello, weekly spa dates?

Appledash... ... I should hope that one's obvious.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 24, 2012, 10:08:59 pm
This is a bit off topic to what we've been talking about, but I just noticed that my picture (drawn by a friend) has a lever system that looks a lot like the SMF logo.  Hah.  Imagine that. XD

Official reply:

"have a response!
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This is one of those days where the fic isn't overtly bad, but it is not good enough. The subject matter is what you'd expect, but the ponies have no conflict that lasts. I haven't a clue how to improve it without changing the story completely, but it would be torn to shreds on EqD.

It had some errors and mistakes in punctuation, and it talked at the reader too much. The language was distastefully informal at times, and the pacing was non-existent. Everything happens and resolves within sentences.
-------------

Gotta expand it! Hit up ponychan with it, they will help you flesh it out.  You can resubmit after it has been fixed up."

I of course will be shifting the underlying plot, and I might hit up Ponychan later.  I don't know if I'll get much done on it tonight, though.  I have other...things...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 24, 2012, 10:34:47 pm
That's a reply from Seth and/or Cereal, all right... Ponychan is your best bet.  You fix it up first, throw it there, and once they give it a pass, re-sub.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 24, 2012, 10:39:15 pm
That's a reply from Seth and/or Cereal, all right... Ponychan is your best bet.  You fix it up first, throw it there, and once they give it a pass, re-sub.

Fair enough.  I do have on question though.  What's "talking at the reader" and how is this fixable.  Maybe it was discussed in the Omnibus, but I read it at like...3 or 4 in the morning, and had to be up early today.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 24, 2012, 10:54:05 pm
That's a reply from Seth and/or Cereal, all right... Ponychan is your best bet.  You fix it up first, throw it there, and once they give it a pass, re-sub.

Fair enough.  I do have on question though.  What's "talking at the reader" and how is this fixable.  Maybe it was discussed in the Omnibus, but I read it at like...3 or 4 in the morning, and had to be up early today.

Will explain after I land after my flight.  Hang tight.  Expect an answer some time tomorrow evening.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 25, 2012, 10:03:54 am
So, let me make it clear that this critique was a pretty big blow to my confidence.  There are some parts to it that sound like inherent problems in my ability to write.  Some of the terms that bother me are.

"Distastefully formal"

"Talking at the reader"

The pacing not existing makes sense, as the fic needs to be longer.  Still, those other problems sound like they could be problems inherent with how I write.  Yeah, I had it run through some editing, so I cant be sure how much of that is my editor's direct edits and how much it is me taking some of their suggestions, but not only am I not quite sure how to resolve these "issues," but the fact that they exist in the first place bother me.

I'm honestly not much of an artist, but I think you could draw some mediocre art or comics or do some other mundane act and get on EqD more easily than you can with fanfiction.  I mean, there is amazing art, and there are great comics, but I question whether the quality threshold is as high.

Also, story updates aren't subject to quality control at all, which makes me envy the fuck out of those bastards.  Yeah, I know they had to make it through the  prereaders at least once, but I still find myself annoyed by it.

Hell, I think making PMVs or parodies have the lowest standards, especially for taste.

Then again, I can't bitch too much.  Complaining about things never solved anything.  I really only did it to vent over some frustration in the writing process.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on January 25, 2012, 12:21:18 pm
Good luck with the fic, but to me Rarity and Pinkie Pie seems a bit weird.
Dude, almost all shipping for this show seems weird to me. It's so... innocent, I rarely think of icky romance. *E13 has regressed to the mind set of a 9 year old).
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 25, 2012, 05:51:57 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9RLm9t-hOPo
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on January 25, 2012, 08:36:41 pm
I think your flashbacks will be fine.

Also, I ship Twinkie, Fluttarity and Appledash.

I blame a fellow pony author, Gabriel LaVedier (if you've read any of the Bad Apple series of stories, that's him) for getting me hooked on Twinkie.  Twilight having a pet name for Pinkie of 'My little cookbook' gave me diabetes.  Again.

Fluttarity? Hello, weekly spa dates?

Appledash... ... I should hope that one's obvious.

So, none of your shps overlap?

I focus mostly on Celestia/Discord, but occasionally ship Appledash and Rainbow Pie because YAY LEZBEANS.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on January 26, 2012, 12:29:30 am
I was thinking of having a Dislestia fanfic. They have a son.
(click to show/hide)
That's why he was laughing.

Here's a potential picture of him.

http://fc01.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2012/022/3/a/untitled_mlp_fim_sleipnir_parody_by_lexiekahn-d4natrh.png
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: largeham on January 26, 2012, 02:36:07 am
Good luck with the fic, but to me Rarity and Pinkie Pie seems a bit weird.
Dude, almost all shipping for this show seems weird to me. It's so... innocent, I rarely think of icky romance. *E13 has regressed to the mind set of a 9 year old).

No, I agree that most shipping is weird. It's just that those two characters fit the best out of all the combinations.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 26, 2012, 10:02:51 am
I think I know of a way to improve my fic.  I need to better employ the tool of UNRESOLVED SEXUAL TENSION!

That is to say, Pinkie will confess her love to Rarity (possibly rather bubbly), and Rarity's response will make things rather awkward for both of them for the rest of the way back to Ponyville.  this awkwardness will start affecting their day to day interaction, and their friends will notice, and then stuff will go down from there.

That's the idea I came up with while taking a shower this morning.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 26, 2012, 04:34:16 pm
Ok, I have a question for everypony here, who would you like to see do a guest voice on the show??
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 26, 2012, 04:50:14 pm
Ok, I have a question for everypony here, who would you like to see do a guest voice on the show??

Well damn, that's a tricky question.  I think it would be pretty neat to see veteran voice actor Billy West on the show.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 26, 2012, 06:04:43 pm
My choices:
1. Charlie Adler-veteran cartoon voice actor, he did the voice for G1 Spike back in the 80's
2. Mark Hamill- If they can get Q(John de Lancie), they can get Luke Skywalker, and the fact that he has a resume full of cartoon voice work is a good thing
3. Stephen Colbert- he's done cartoon voice work, and he gave a shout out to us bronies on his show
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: largeham on January 26, 2012, 06:36:55 pm
David Bowie. After he does the Venture Bros.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on January 26, 2012, 08:22:19 pm
Ok, I have a question for everypony here, who would you like to see do a guest voice on the show??
George Takei. Because he's been doing a lot of voice work lately anyway, and is quite obviously the most awesome man alive.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: deadpandoubter on January 26, 2012, 09:06:14 pm
Mako!
...oh wait... /bad joke

I don't know a lot of the voice actors, but I would be mightily amused if Martin Billany did a voice.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 26, 2012, 10:13:56 pm
Ok, I have a question for everypony here, who would you like to see do a guest voice on the show??
George Takei. Because he's been doing a lot of voice work lately anyway, and is quite obviously the most awesome man alive.

There's not even words to describe how full of win that would be... Takei is the man.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 26, 2012, 10:29:29 pm
B:  UST can work, and can even lend a bit of comedy to the work.  Good choice.

As for your earlier post, "Distastefully formal" is basically... you're trying to be too strict in your writing.  Your dialogue is so stiff to the point that you're writing more how you think they should sound, rather than how they actually sound.  Writers for Pinkie are a good example of this, as well as Dash.

"Talking at the reader"... have you ever heard of the "Show, don't tell" rule? sounds like you were doing a lot of telling the potential reader "they did this, and this, and this" rather than showing us in the story.  It's a common pitfall.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 26, 2012, 11:30:05 pm
So you guys heard about who's going to be at BroNYcon, right?

John De Lancie (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/01/bronycon-turned-upside-down-starts.html)

I am insanely jealous.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 26, 2012, 11:48:03 pm
AWESOME
I wish I could go...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 27, 2012, 12:21:56 am
We're also planning an Equestria Daily panel there.  All three blog ponies will be there.  Seth, Cereal, and our blog princess, Phoe.  Word of advice from somepony that's upset her... DON'T.  She will put her hoof so far up your flank that you'll taste her shoes.

But yes, so far it's an EQD panel planned... mostly what we do, who we are, what we're looking for...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 27, 2012, 02:07:16 am
So the President is fielding questions on YouTube to be addressed live from the White House on the 30th.  Naturally, several people have asked about FiM.

Now, I realize that there's a lot of important issues out there besides FiM for our Prezzy to address.  Regardless, I still think it would be fucking awesome if he answered at least a single question about whether he or his kids watch the show.  Actually, I think the Internet would fucking implode.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 27, 2012, 02:18:23 am
So the President is fielding questions on YouTube to be addressed live from the White House on the 30th.  Naturally, several people have asked about FiM.

Now, I realize that there's a lot of important issues out there besides FiM for our Prezzy to address.  Regardless, I still think it would be fucking awesome if he answered at least a single question about whether he or his kids watch the show.  Actually, I think the Internet would fucking implode.


Never mind the internet, Seth, Cereal and Phoe would go positively nuclear!

... and we pre-readers would have a field day.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 27, 2012, 02:22:10 am
So the President is fielding questions on YouTube to be addressed live from the White House on the 30th.  Naturally, several people have asked about FiM.

Now, I realize that there's a lot of important issues out there besides FiM for our Prezzy to address.  Regardless, I still think it would be fucking awesome if he answered at least a single question about whether he or his kids watch the show.  Actually, I think the Internet would fucking implode.


Never mind the internet, Seth, Cereal and Phoe would go positively nuclear!

... and we pre-readers would have a field day.

What, you mean with a sudden influx of "Obama somehow gets transported to Equestria" fanfics?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 27, 2012, 02:32:44 am
So the President is fielding questions on YouTube to be addressed live from the White House on the 30th.  Naturally, several people have asked about FiM.

Now, I realize that there's a lot of important issues out there besides FiM for our Prezzy to address.  Regardless, I still think it would be fucking awesome if he answered at least a single question about whether he or his kids watch the show.  Actually, I think the Internet would fucking implode.


Never mind the internet, Seth, Cereal and Phoe would go positively nuclear!

... and we pre-readers would have a field day.

What, you mean with a sudden influx of "Obama somehow gets transported to Equestria" fanfics?

Probably, yes.  That or Seth would get some artist (Pixelkitties, Egophiliac, JJ... somepony) to do an Obama!pony banner.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 27, 2012, 01:11:20 pm
http://dan-vs-fim.tumblr.com/

I'm detecting high levels of win from this Tumblr.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on January 27, 2012, 06:14:20 pm
http://dan-vs-fim.tumblr.com/

I'm detecting high levels of win from this Tumblr.

That is beautiful.  :3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 27, 2012, 06:31:54 pm
So the President is fielding questions on YouTube to be addressed live from the White House on the 30th.  Naturally, several people have asked about FiM.

Now, I realize that there's a lot of important issues out there besides FiM for our Prezzy to address.  Regardless, I still think it would be fucking awesome if he answered at least a single question about whether he or his kids watch the show.  Actually, I think the Internet would fucking implode.

This reminds how someone made a "Support the Lunar Republic" petition on that White House petition page a while ago...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: deadpandoubter on January 27, 2012, 11:36:34 pm
Finally got around to reading some of "Past Sins"...

Quote
“Pfft. Whatever, I still say I’d make a better uncle,” Spike stated. “Especially if you let me have back that awesome mustache. No uncle is complete without a mustache.”

No uncle indeed, Spike. No uncle indeed.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on January 28, 2012, 10:36:00 am
Say what you will about the quality of the Flim Flam brothers' cider, it's the quality of their musical number that really shines.

Also, best letter to Celestia ever? I think so.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 28, 2012, 10:47:38 am
There's so much to trope about!  The vaudeville boys Hoisted By Their Own Petard because they agreed to let the "honorary family" help out.  Also, the very idea that they are considered honorary family in the first place is kinda heartwarming.

Also, I can so totally see Rainbow Mac fics coming out of this.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on January 28, 2012, 10:49:50 am
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DfULUQSeJbA
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 28, 2012, 11:12:45 am
There's so much to trope about!  The vaudeville boys Hoisted By Their Own Petard because they agreed to let the "honorary family" help out.  Also, the very idea that they are considered honorary family in the first place is kinda heartwarming.

Also, I can so totally see Rainbow Mac fics coming out of this.

It's Tropetastic!!!

BTW, Is anyone else thristy for Apple Cider now, I know I am.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 28, 2012, 03:58:35 pm
http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/01/hewlett-packard-fim-laptops.html

Oh. My. Freaking. Goodness.

YES!  I kinda wish I could afford a laptop right now.  Hell, it's still a ways off, so maybe I'll be able to get a better paying job (Tutoring is okay, but you don't really do it for the money.) after this semester is over and I'll be able to buy this.

I think $150 is very reasonable.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 28, 2012, 04:12:37 pm
We pre-readers are considering it... depends on just HOW basic it is...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 28, 2012, 06:27:24 pm
So unfortunately Tek goofed and the laptop thing isn't real.  Oh well.  Whoever was posing as HP is in some deep shit now.  I can hardly wrap my head around why someone would do something so mind-boggling stupid.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 28, 2012, 08:19:02 pm
Well that's disappointing... I know Tek's gotta be unhappy, he's our geek pony...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 28, 2012, 10:55:50 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CF03LwE87Og

Damn you MLP...now this song is stuck in head :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on January 28, 2012, 10:59:22 pm
So I just got done watching 8 episodes of season 1 of MLP:MIF. While I think the show is witty, sarcastic, colorful, etc. I don't think I would become a diehard fan of the show. I mean, it's a good show and I'm not hating on it, I just don't see what the hype is.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 29, 2012, 11:01:27 am
So I just got done watching 8 episodes of season 1 of MLP:MIF. While I think the show is witty, sarcastic, colorful, etc. I don't think I would become a diehard fan of the show. I mean, it's a good show and I'm not hating on it, I just don't see what the hype is.

Well, noone said you had to be a diehard fan. :P  I think it's good to see that you can at least praise the show some for its merits.

Oh yeah.  I came here to mention that the yellow unicorn colt with dark hair reminds me of a cross between Seth and Cereal's OC ponies. XD
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 29, 2012, 12:02:09 pm
So I just got done watching 8 episodes of season 1 of MLP:MIF. While I think the show is witty, sarcastic, colorful, etc. I don't think I would become a diehard fan of the show. I mean, it's a good show and I'm not hating on it, I just don't see what the hype is.
That's cool, I have no problem if it's not your cup of tea, I only have a problem when people are like "oh, it's a lame cartoon for 6 year old girls"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 29, 2012, 12:05:10 pm
So I just got done watching 8 episodes of season 1 of MLP:MIF. While I think the show is witty, sarcastic, colorful, etc. I don't think I would become a diehard fan of the show. I mean, it's a good show and I'm not hating on it, I just don't see what the hype is.
That's cool, I have no problem if it's not your cup of tea, I only have a problem when people are like "oh, it's a lame cartoon for 6 year old girls"

Especially when they refuse to watch it, amirite?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 29, 2012, 12:12:02 pm
Yeah, it's the worst when they refuse to watch it. I know a few people on FB that have that attitude towards it, including my aunt, who was making fun of me a little over MLP.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 29, 2012, 03:17:29 pm
Just saw the new episode, I think Rainbow Dash likes Cider just a little too much.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 29, 2012, 04:39:00 pm
Just saw the new episode, I think Rainbow Dash likes Cider just a little too much.
The funniest part is that during the song you see her jumping up and down in joy
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on January 29, 2012, 05:41:47 pm
I do have to admit that my favorite characters so far is Rainbow Dash and Pinkie Pie. I love Rainbow because of her spunk and Pinkie Pie because of her hyperactivity and optimism.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: largeham on January 29, 2012, 05:44:06 pm
Yeah, Pinkie Pie at times seems almost Monty Python-esque in her weirdness. Which is a good thing.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on January 29, 2012, 05:46:40 pm
Just saw the new episode, I think Rainbow Dash likes Cider just a little too much.
The funniest part is that during the song you see her jumping up and down in joy

Berry Punch (fanon name ftw) seemed pretty happy as well, when she got a cup earlier.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 29, 2012, 06:28:15 pm
And Caramel finally got to say more than two words.  that was great.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: SkyTrekTower on January 29, 2012, 11:13:29 pm
I've recently started to watch the show, but I wouldn't consider myself to the level of being a brony. The animation is simple but still really good(although it can look odd sometimes), and the writing brings back memories of shows I grew up on(funny, good message, etc.). One of my friends is a brony(well, one has stated they're one), and along with him, I saw references to the show on other sites I visit. I decided to give the show after watching the CR Familiar Faces review, and the first episode I saw was the one where Pinkie Pie babysits. When the joke about adultery came up, the first thing I thought was, "okay, this show might not be so bad after all." The jokes/references bring back a lot of memories about Animaniacs. The topics that were brought up in the Familiar Faces review were true, and the show really is entertaining. It's an entertaining show, and anyone who likes animation should give it a chance.

Also, one reason why I was hesitant to watch the show in the first place is because my only experience with My Little Pony prior to this was way back in Summer Camp when I got stuck watching the old show from the 80s.

So it's an entertaining show, but you won't find me doing any fanfic or drawings...that is, if I could draw in the first place.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 30, 2012, 03:36:22 am
So I'm sure most of you have seen the "Teens React to MLP (http://Teens React to MLP)" video, but I want to offer a different, and perhaps more genuine opinion of kids.  Well, it's a different sample, so to say it's more genuine is subjective, actually.

Kids and teens review of the show (http://www.commonsensemedia.org/tv-reviews/my-little-pony-friendship-magic/user-reviews/kids)

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Average rating based on 33 kid and teen reviews:
85% say there are positive messages
73% say there are positive role models
70% say it's educational

The adults have a slightly different view.

Adult's Reviews (http://www.commonsensemedia.org/tv-reviews/my-little-pony-friendship-magic/user-reviews/adult)

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Average rating based on 33 parent and educator reviews:
85% say there are positive messages
82% say there are positive role models
55% say it's educational

Of course, this post wouldn't be complete without the site's review (http://www.commonsensemedia.org/tv-reviews/my-little-pony-friendship-magic).

I'm not sure on the age of the review, but I know it's been around a while.  I think that one point of interest is how there's a noticeable difference in the number of teens/kids that think the show is education relative to parents/educators.  Now I'll admit that each sample size is pretty small at 33, but I do wonder if what kids and teens consider educational (particularly our ponies' vocabulary) and what parents and educators consider education is slightly or significantly different.  Hell, a wider sample would be needed, but I think the suggestion is quite possibly there from the current data.

Also note that more adults think that the ponies are positive role models, compared to the minors.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on January 30, 2012, 09:08:49 am
Yeah, I would say one should define “Educational.” I’m sure a lot of the folks that say it isn’t educational only really think of “educational” in a strictly academic sense. That is, it doesn’t teach science, history, math, or language. But folks that say it is educational realize that children can be educated on social matters. And that is what the letter at the end of almost* all episodes is about.




*Really, what is up with you, “Family Appreciation Day?”
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: rosenewock21 on January 30, 2012, 03:17:20 pm
Just saw the new episode, I think Rainbow Dash likes Cider just a little too much.

(http://i1233.photobucket.com/albums/ff388/Chi_Shiro/MLPCider.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 30, 2012, 04:50:26 pm
Just saw the new episode, I think Rainbow Dash likes Cider just a little too much.

(http://i1233.photobucket.com/albums/ff388/Chi_Shiro/MLPCider.png)

[Fuck Yeah!] it is!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: NonProphet on January 30, 2012, 08:12:56 pm
I'll just, uh... leave this here. >.>
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJLL-DNu3P4
<.< *runs*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 30, 2012, 09:26:05 pm
There's already an Epic Cupcake Time 2 in the works, according to the creator back at BroNYcon January...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: NonProphet on January 30, 2012, 11:38:05 pm
There's already an Epic Cupcake Time 2 in the works, according to the creator back at BroNYcon January...
I'm just impressed at the animation & voice quality. It's... eerily similar.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 30, 2012, 11:54:06 pm
I want some of those epic cupcakes...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 31, 2012, 08:41:56 pm
What's the phrase from that fic? oh, right.  "Oh no no no, only a third-level Pinkie-dan can handle the kinds of sugar I could create! We'll start you off easy."
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: largeham on January 31, 2012, 08:49:50 pm
Saw Baby Cakes. This is part of the reason I hate babies.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n4MQVGswFFM
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 31, 2012, 08:57:46 pm
Never having foals... couldn't pay me enough... okay, with one exception... *glances at L and grins*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 31, 2012, 10:58:17 pm
Never having foals... couldn't pay me enough... okay, with one exception... *glances at L and grins*

Just to be clear, is she the one you'd make foals with, or is she somehow payment?  I think the grammar is just a tad wonky, is why I ask.  ::)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 31, 2012, 11:11:55 pm
not saying a damn thing... odds are good I'll be getting a hoof up my flank anyway...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on January 31, 2012, 11:41:25 pm
I just watched all of season one and up to episode 15 on Youtube and I gotta say this show is starting to get to me. It reminds me a lot of the Powerpuff Girls in a lot of ways.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on January 31, 2012, 11:50:01 pm
I just watched all of season one and up to episode 15 on Youtube and I gotta say this show is starting to get to me. It reminds me a lot of the Powerpuff Girls in a lot of ways.

This is probably due to Craig McCracken (creator of the Powerpuff Girls) and Lauren Faust (brains behind Friendship is Magic) being married.


Also, apparently Dirk is a Rainbow Dash fan (http://mspaintadventures.com/?s=6&p=006427). This means my two current favourite things in the world have now crossed together, and this is unbelieveably exciting to me. (She IS so spunky. <3 )
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 01, 2012, 12:45:29 am
I just watched all of season one and up to episode 15 on Youtube and I gotta say this show is starting to get to me. It reminds me a lot of the Powerpuff Girls in a lot of ways.

*grins quietly* And did I mention they're working on Season 3 right now? and there may be a season 4 and 5 in the works?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 01, 2012, 03:20:45 am
I just watched all of season one and up to episode 15 on Youtube and I gotta say this show is starting to get to me. It reminds me a lot of the Powerpuff Girls in a lot of ways.

This is probably due to Craig McCracken (creator of the Powerpuff Girls) and Lauren Faust (brains behind Friendship is Magic) being married.


Also, apparently Dirk is a Rainbow Dash fan (http://mspaintadventures.com/?s=6&p=006427). This means my two current favourite things in the world have now crossed together, and this is unbelieveably exciting to me. (She IS so spunky. <3 )

Add to that a brilliant supervising director (Jayson Thiessen) and numerous veteran writers, and you have the recipe for epic win.  Of course, the actual execution of everything is crucial to TRULY bringing the series alive.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on February 01, 2012, 02:00:39 pm
not saying a damn thing... odds are good I'll be getting a hoof up my flank anyway...

Odds are equally good that you'll talk your way out of it by being adorable anyway. :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 01, 2012, 02:51:22 pm
not saying a damn thing... odds are good I'll be getting a hoof up my flank anyway...

Odds are equally good that you'll talk your way out of it by being adorable anyway. :P

*blush*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 01, 2012, 03:27:53 pm
Hey guys.  I already submitted this, but I don't know if it'll actually show up on the blog.  From what I understand though, Seth getting craptons of e-mail about the same thing generally causes him to post stuff guaranteed.

http://www.zfcomics.com/comics/491-my-little-cage-match/

Send it to him!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 01, 2012, 10:51:50 pm
Quick question, is anyone else buying
 (http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51XHHNZ7QWL._SL500_AA300_.jpg)??

I've had mine on pre-order since before christmas...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 02, 2012, 01:29:42 am
I'm getting a copy as soon as I get work, Nick.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on February 02, 2012, 01:21:15 pm
I've been getting hooked on this show now and can't wait for the next episode. I'm even doodling ponies in my math class. See!
(Yeah I snapped this in math class during the lecture.) I know it looks crappy but it's only a doodle.

(http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b136/blusq/mylilponymath.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Shane for Wax on February 02, 2012, 01:32:49 pm
*runs through quickly before pausing in front of Radiation* It's a very adorable doodle though. *runs back out*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 02, 2012, 02:53:20 pm
Quick question, is anyone else buying
 (http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51XHHNZ7QWL._SL500_AA300_.jpg)??

I've had mine on pre-order since before christmas...

I wish that it would come out in Europe, but who knows, I might get a copy at one point anyway.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 02, 2012, 03:01:11 pm
I've been getting hooked on this show now and can't wait for the next episode. I'm even doodling ponies in my math class. See!
(Yeah I snapped this in math class during the lecture.) I know it looks crappy but it's only a doodle.

(http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b136/blusq/mylilponymath.jpg)

We have worn down your resistance?  Good, good. :D  Those are nice doodles, by the way.

So I've taken to playing Eurobeat Brony's songs in my car and singing along to the ones with lyrics ("Discord" and "Luna," mostly).  I find it to be an excellent way to get the blood flowing.  In case your wondering, my car uses a tape deck, so I just use an iPod-to-tape adapter. :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 03, 2012, 02:40:58 am
@ Radiation:  Might I suggest looking up the Artist Training Grounds on DeviantArt? One of the blog ponies (our blog princess, Phoe) and several pre-readers help run it.  I think you'd really enjoy it.  It's a nice challenge, and it's even gotten me drawing... and I DON'T DRAW!

... I'm a writer, dammit.  So the whole 'art' thing is weird right now.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on February 03, 2012, 11:18:33 am
I'm constantly amused by how many people have pony-related sigs and avatars. :3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 03, 2012, 11:49:34 am
 So what's with all this Derpy drama?  I don't like drama! :'(
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 03, 2012, 02:42:30 pm
So what's with all this Derpy drama?  I don't like drama! :'(

People are stupid drama whores who get upset over everything from a character's non-existent mental disability (Derpy's a tomboy ditz, NOT a representation of someone with Down's Syndrome or Autism or whatever the fuck people are complaining about) to the fur color of technicolor ponies (OMG LUNA IS DARK COLORED AND EVIL AND I DIDN'T WATCH PAST THE FIRST EPISODE) and probably to a pony's eye color some day.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 03, 2012, 06:47:48 pm
Yeah, this Derpy drama is pissing the shit out of me, people need to stop being drama queens about it.Someone on DA did a great diagnosis of Derpy (http://spikeslashrarity.deviantart.com/#/d4ogj2r)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: deadpandoubter on February 03, 2012, 10:33:10 pm
I'm with ~XXRedxReynardXX:

Quote
I wish all my classes and lessons in school could be taught and explained with ponies. I would memorize EVERYTHING!!!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on February 03, 2012, 11:06:13 pm
Does Hasbro show episodes on their websites? Episode 16 is coming out tomorrow and Youtube has been cracking down on MLP videos so it's going to be hard to find the next episode. Or does anyone know of any sites that host videos of new shows?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 03, 2012, 11:21:22 pm
Does Hasbro show episodes on their websites? Episode 16 is coming out tomorrow and Youtube has been cracking down on MLP videos so it's going to be hard to find the next episode. Or does anyone know of any sites that host videos of new shows?

Yeah, they do here (http://www.hubworld.com/my-little-pony/shows/friendship-is-magic)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 04, 2012, 12:08:21 am
Does Hasbro show episodes on their websites? Episode 16 is coming out tomorrow and Youtube has been cracking down on MLP videos so it's going to be hard to find the next episode. Or does anyone know of any sites that host videos of new shows?

Well, they haven't taken down livestreams yet, so if you get up early enough, you can pop onto one of those.

http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/01/super-speedy-cider-squeezy-6000_28.html

Yes, I know that's the discussion thread from the last episode, but that post contains the channel lists.

The times are 10 EST, 7 PST.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: largeham on February 04, 2012, 01:03:11 am
Has Youtube given any reason they are cracking down on pony videos?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Mechtaur on February 04, 2012, 02:25:05 am
*Stops in* I'm a fan of the show, just FYI. *Struts out*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 04, 2012, 03:25:58 am
*Stops in* I'm a fan of the show, just FYI. *Struts out*

Is your avatar of a colt? XD
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on February 04, 2012, 09:53:58 am
*Stops in* I'm a fan of the show, just FYI. *Struts out*

Is your avatar of a colt? XD

It's a cute colt.  I like it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on February 04, 2012, 10:32:53 am
The episode was a little predictable today, but Rainbow Dash's catburglar outfit made it worth it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 04, 2012, 10:48:07 am
The episode was a little predictable today, but Rainbow Dash's catburglar outfit made it worth it.

Well, between the synopsis and the foregone conclusions you assume are gonna be true, yeah.

I still think the adventure story was fun and exciting, and seeing Rainbow Dash being adorkable is so worth it.  Also, we have the series' trademark humor. XD
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 04, 2012, 11:00:24 am
Rainbow Dash as an Indiana Jonesish character= AWESOME!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 04, 2012, 01:40:01 pm
I think the thing that sold this episode for me was Rainbow Dash's contented sigh at the end.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on February 04, 2012, 09:03:47 pm
The episode was a little predictable today, but Rainbow Dash's catburglar outfit made it worth it.

I agree that the episode was a bit predictable and formulaic but the cat burglar outfit really made my day.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Mechtaur on February 04, 2012, 11:04:08 pm
*Stops in* I'm a fan of the show, just FYI. *Struts out*

Is your avatar of a colt? XD

A friend made it for me, technically yes it is still a colt. It's my MLP persona.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 05, 2012, 12:36:26 am
*Stops in* I'm a fan of the show, just FYI. *Struts out*

Is your avatar of a colt? XD

A friend made it for me, technically yes it is still a colt. It's my MLP persona.

It's awesome XD He looks quite playful.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 05, 2012, 12:54:18 am
The episode was a little predictable today, but Rainbow Dash's catburglar outfit made it worth it.

I agree that the episode was a bit predictable and formulaic but the cat burglar outfit really made my day.

Pfft.  Crime dramas are usually pretty damned predictable too, especially after you know who the baddie is.  That doesn't stop people from enjoying the journey and the character interaction. :)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on February 05, 2012, 07:43:53 am
I'm just glad to see a pro-reading episode.  I fucking love reading. :3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on February 05, 2012, 04:52:07 pm
Two squeaky smiles. Loved that.

Also a big fan of the Rainbow Dash burgling outfit.

“Screwy” pony was pretty funny, too.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 05, 2012, 05:02:10 pm
Two squeaky smiles. Loved that.

Also a big fan of the Rainbow Dash burgling outfit.

“Screwy” pony was pretty funny, too.

It's also especially funny in the whole "MLP is Ableist!" drama.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on February 05, 2012, 08:52:53 pm
It's also especially funny in the whole "MLP is Ableist!" drama.
Somehow, I didn’t think of that. Maybe because I have been staying out of the drama.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 05, 2012, 11:24:26 pm
As the joke's going amongst the pre-readers:  Metal Gear Dashie.

And really, Dash as narrator? Nice.  Very nice.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: largeham on February 06, 2012, 12:06:53 am
How the hell did the episode make MLP ableist? I didn't get a single vibe of that.

I too liked the burglar suit.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 06, 2012, 12:09:21 am
How the hell did the episode make MLP ableist? I didn't get a single vibe of that.

I too liked the burglar suit.

Last Roundup.  People got bitchy at Hasbro for making Derpy... well, Derpy.  Suddenly it's a 'take that' against the retarded and somehow ableist.

No, I don't get it either.  As one of the other pre-readers put it on his blog post:  This is why we can't have nice things."
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: largeham on February 06, 2012, 12:21:26 am
Oh, I thought you meant Read It and Weep. I thought they made Derpy that way because she was famous among the fandom as Derpy, and it suited her name.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 06, 2012, 12:23:50 am
Oh, I thought you meant Read It and Weep. I thought they made Derpy that way because she was famous among the fandom as Derpy, and it suited her name.

They did, but there were people that got pissed about it.

The entire reason I found this episode funny was because they had a mentally disabled pony barking and played it for laughs.  And considering the ableist drama that's been going on, it's even funnier because, while I know this isn't the truth, it was almost considered a "take that".
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on February 06, 2012, 12:38:30 am
Honestly I think the outrage over Derpy would have not been an issue had Tabatha realized that Derpy is a girl
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 06, 2012, 12:53:16 am
So here's a question with no clear answer.  How much of the story was RD's imagination, and how much was part of the book?  I mean, there's a combo, but how much of each is unclear. :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 06, 2012, 01:00:53 am
So here's a question with no clear answer.  How much of the story was RD's imagination, and how much was part of the book?  I mean, there's a combo, but how much of each is unclear. :P

How much of a movie is the moving images on the screen, and how much of it is the reel?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 06, 2012, 02:36:02 am
Ok, I didn't know where to put this, but I think the rest of the board hate our guts, because of some things that have happen. Maybe we could just keep the pony stuff on here for now, just sayin. I don't want to be hated by the majority of the members on here. Let's discuss this without opening wounds, and getting in an fight about who said/did what.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 06, 2012, 02:40:39 am
I apparently missed all the drama going down in 20 minutes or less... all I know is Shane got demoted, Nappy ragequit, and the thread about sugar kinda went off the rails... if we need to keep pony things to this thread for a while, then as the resident EqD member, I'll back this idea.  All in favor, raise a hoof.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 06, 2012, 02:52:41 am
I just don't want to be hated. I changed my avatar, because I feel the others keep lumping all bronies together. I'm not the in your face type, I hardly post anything pony related on the other threads. And when people say insulting stuff about bronies in general, they're not only attacking the annoying ones, but the ones like myself, who are quiet.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Art Vandelay on February 06, 2012, 03:00:42 am
I can't speak for all the other non-pony fans, but I just want to say that I don't at all hate any of your guts. My only issue was the constant pony references and macroes in unrelated threads. As long as nobody goes overboard with that sort of stuff in non-pony topics, I'm happy.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Shane for Wax on February 06, 2012, 03:08:14 am
For what it's worth, I agree with Art despite any posts that may make it seem to the contrary. I don't hate anyone in the Pony fandom. I just dislike when things go overboard and topics need to be split off for the derailing.

Also in offering a point in doing what I ask of others, I'm going to scale back on my own L Word macros as much as I can.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 06, 2012, 03:09:56 am
To your credit, Shane, your L Word macros, and you talking about it, have gotten me interested in wanting to watch the show... much like how friends being interested in pony got me into THIS fandom, come to think of it.  So thank you for that.  And you haven't used those macros very often, as memory serves.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Shane for Wax on February 06, 2012, 03:14:29 am
Well, I'm glad for that, at least. :) As for the macros, I think there was a point where I had posted more of them than I did actual text. But I won't derail you guys. ;)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 06, 2012, 03:30:34 am
Well, I'm glad for that, at least. :) As for the macros, I think there was a point where I had posted more of them than I did actual text. But I won't derail you guys. ;)

I'm not saying Rainbow Dash is a lesbian, but I can so see mashup memes of MLP and The L Word now.

The fandom does enough F/F shipping to begin with, even if it doesn't involve Dash, so...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: The Right Honourable Mlle Antéchrist on February 06, 2012, 05:05:19 am
Thirding what Art said, although I'm still tempted to try to turn the tables and derail this thread. ;)

That said, I'm curious about where the Pony hype is coming from. What is it about the show that's made it so popular? I don't at all mean this in a disparaging away, I'm simply curious about what it is that has gotten so many people this excited about the show. Whenever I've seen bits of it, it always just seemed like a typical child's cartoon, but perhaps there's something I've missed due to my admittedly limited exposure to the show. So... what draws you guys to it?

/me being nosy.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on February 06, 2012, 05:37:31 am
I'm going to re-quote myself from the first page:

It's a great show because:
  • it doesn't bludgeon you over the head with its lessons, nor are the lessons the primary focus
  • it doesn't treat the target demographic like a bunch of idiots. It's a girls' show whose characters don't primarily focus on boys and fashion. (Rarity, the cast's executive-insisted fashionista, is much more a creator than a follower. She's an artist whose medium just happens to be clothing.)
  • the characters aren't one-dimensional
  • it has some really cute art and character designs
  • it's actually pretty funny
  • the voicework is excellent, especially the singing voices. And anything that regularly features the voice talents of Tara Strong can't be all bad.
  • Oh my crap, are those songs earworms.
  • Lauren Faust already knows her way around making good cartoons, being the wife of Craig McCracken (creator of The Powerpuff Girls and Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends)
  • the creators listen to and interact with their fans, and acknowledge the periphery demographic
  • it's not godawful like the '80s series. It's a reboot/relaunch/reinvention/remake done right.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on February 06, 2012, 09:12:54 am
How the hell did the episode make MLP ableist? I didn't get a single vibe of that.

I too liked the burglar suit.

Last Roundup.  People got bitchy at Hasbro for making Derpy... well, Derpy.  Suddenly it's a 'take that' against the retarded and somehow ableist.

No, I don't get it either.  As one of the other pre-readers put it on his blog post:  This is why we can't have nice things."

I don't see how it's in any way ableist to make a pony who is clumsy.  That's the only impression I got of Derpy: a well-meaning, clumsy pony.

Also, since pony avatars and posting pony in other boards is likely to cause trouble: if you have OC ponies, why not post a (reasonably-sized) image in this thread somewhere? :3  That way we can show off our horrifying abominations (http://ongaru.deviantart.com/art/OC-Pony-Zena-264738288) without annoying the non-bronies.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on February 06, 2012, 09:21:09 am
How the hell did the episode make MLP ableist? I didn't get a single vibe of that.

I too liked the burglar suit.

Last Roundup.  People got bitchy at Hasbro for making Derpy... well, Derpy.  Suddenly it's a 'take that' against the retarded and somehow ableist.

No, I don't get it either.  As one of the other pre-readers put it on his blog post:  This is why we can't have nice things."

I don't see how it's in any way ableist to make a pony who is clumsy.  That's the only impression I got of Derpy: a well-meaning, clumsy pony.

Also, since pony avatars and posting pony in other boards is likely to cause trouble: if you have OC ponies, why not post a (reasonably-sized) image in this thread somewhere? :3  That way we can show off our horrifying abominations (http://ongaru.deviantart.com/art/OC-Pony-Zena-264738288) without annoying the non-bronies.

That was my impression of Derpy, too. She is still my... *counts* fourth favourite pony, and I own her T-shirt (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v203/andsean/Blog%20Pics/X-masween11008.jpg).

As for the other thing, here is me as pony:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v203/andsean/PinkieTai.png)

[elaborate backstory omitted]
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on February 06, 2012, 10:06:01 am
How the hell did the episode make MLP ableist? I didn't get a single vibe of that.

I too liked the burglar suit.

Last Roundup.  People got bitchy at Hasbro for making Derpy... well, Derpy.  Suddenly it's a 'take that' against the retarded and somehow ableist.
It seems that the logic is as follows:

How being ditzy is the same as being mentally ill, I don’t know.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 06, 2012, 10:34:30 am
I look forward to the day I can post a response macro, like every other fandom does, and not have to try and ignore three, four, or five posts of "fucking bronies, leave that shit at the door." S'all I'm saying.

How the hell did the episode make MLP ableist? I didn't get a single vibe of that.

I too liked the burglar suit.

Last Roundup.  People got bitchy at Hasbro for making Derpy... well, Derpy.  Suddenly it's a 'take that' against the retarded and somehow ableist.
It seems that the logic is as follows:

  • Derpy is a ditzy and klutzy character
  • Therefore, Derpy is supposed to be mentally retarded.
  • Derpy’s mental illness is played for laughs.
  • Therefore, My Little Pony is making fun of people who are mentally ill.
  • Anyone who makes fun of the mentally ill is ableist.
  • Therefore, My Little Pony is ableist.
How being ditzy is the same as being mentally ill, I don’t know.
A lot of issues would have been avoided if they went with the Ditzy Doo name. But I've been beating that name's drum for some time.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on February 06, 2012, 10:37:16 am
I look forward to the day I can post a response macro, like every other fandom does, and not have to try and ignore three, four, or five posts of "fucking bronies, leave that shit at the door." S'all I'm saying.
Oh, ye gods, is this all I want as well.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 06, 2012, 10:59:06 am
Thirding what Art said, although I'm still tempted to try to turn the tables and derail this thread. ;)

That said, I'm curious about where the Pony hype is coming from. What is it about the show that's made it so popular? I don't at all mean this in a disparaging away, I'm simply curious about what it is that has gotten so many people this excited about the show. Whenever I've seen bits of it, it always just seemed like a typical child's cartoon, but perhaps there's something I've missed due to my admittedly limited exposure to the show. So... what draws you guys to it?

/me being nosy.

Missed this for some reason...

My basic reason for enjoying the show is that it's fun, light-hearted, yet filled with a self awareness that allows anyone to enjoy it. You either feel really happy watching it or you don't.

Quote
Also, since pony avatars and posting pony in other boards is likely to cause trouble: if you have OC ponies, why not post a (reasonably-sized) image in this thread somewhere? :3  That way we can show off our horrifying abominations (http://ongaru.deviantart.com/art/OC-Pony-Zena-264738288) without annoying the non-bronies.

I'm willing to do what I've had to do in every fucking forum I go to - not participate in spreading my fandom like EVERYONE ELSE - but change our avatars? Seriously? Our fucking avatars? That's self-censoring I will not abide by. This is the fucking FUNDIES forum, and I will not be pushed around on it because some people don't like a kid's show. They have a right to ask I not put pony-related material in other threads, but they have no right whatsoever to regulate my avatar because it makes  them "uncomfortable".

Even something awful, which has banned ALL pony discussion, even their own threads, allows pony-related avatars. Just saying.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 06, 2012, 01:05:06 pm
Why do I like the show?  Well, there's quite a combination of factors.

The girls each have distinct and unique personalities.
The show isn't afraid to be cartoony/zany at times.

Meh, this list could be longer, and maybe I'll elaborate more later.  The point is that this cartoon isn't afraid to have fun.  Oh yeah, and the show isn't afraid to engage in adventure from time to time, and does it surprisingly well.  Hasbro owns the rights to D&D, so they've got pretty free reign on the monsters that appear in the show.  Hell, they own Wizards of the Coast I think.  That also means they own Magic:  The Gathering.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 06, 2012, 01:12:45 pm
Why do I like the show?  Well, there's quite a combination of factors.

The girls each have distinct and unique personalities.
  • Each personality plays off of another, and the show derives a decent portion of its humor from this
  • The personalities are diverse and realistic enough that you're very likely to associate with at least one of the ponies.
  • Even when you don't normally associate with a pony, the writers put the ponies in enough situations in which you're likely to associate with a character you otherwise normally wouldn't
  • The voice actors really help to bring the characters alive.
  • Although it's not canon, the fanfic writers will flesh out background ponies or ponies that get less screentime
The show isn't afraid to be cartoony/zany at times.
  • Many of the people working on this cartoon are used to working on cartoons without a girly stigma or history.
  • Slapstick knows no gender.

Meh, this list could be longer, and maybe I'll elaborate more later.  The point is that this cartoon isn't afraid to have fun.  Oh yeah, and the show isn't afraid to engage in adventure from time to time, and does it surprisingly well.  Hasbro owns the rights to D&D, so they've got pretty free reign on the monsters that appear in the show.  Hell, they own Wizards of the Coast I think.  That also means they own Magic:  The Gathering.


...Your fandom, and your avatar... I approve. :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on February 06, 2012, 01:14:32 pm
The personalities are diverse and realistic enough that you're very likely to associate with at least one of the ponies.
Why do you think I’m a Fluttershy-guy? I just wish I had the Stare.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 06, 2012, 01:19:24 pm
The personalities are diverse and realistic enough that you're very likely to associate with at least one of the ponies.
Why do you think I’m a Fluttershy-guy? I just wish I had the Stare.
It's funny, I associate with Twilight and AJ most often, but Rarity is best pony.

(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 06, 2012, 04:21:37 pm
I'm personally drawn to the show because, frankly, it doesn't treat their viewers like idiots.  That's enough for me.

Also, pony pic:  http://cuppae.deviantart.com/#/d4jbh69

I'm the unicorn in the scarf.  The older Earth Pony is the legendary Inky Quill (nee Twilight Snarkle) of Ponychan, who's sorta adopted me :3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on February 06, 2012, 04:44:11 pm
I just recently gotten into the show and I have found it to be funny. It's a lot like the Powerpuff Girls in which I was a fan of when it was around and knowing that MLP was created by that very same person that did PG makes this an awesome show.

I also like this show because it's not syrupy, saccharine, and all "let's hold hands and sing about rainbows." There is an amount of snarkiness and cynicism in the show that balances the sweetness of the show. It's kinda like a good raspberry vinaigrette desert. Also, I am not one for musicals, especially Disneyesque types but the musical numbers on this show are bearable and some are actually catchy as well as humorous and ties in to the theme of the show.

As for avatars and signatures, I'm keeping my sig as I have worked hard on it and I will probably change my avatar to my ponysona. 
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 06, 2012, 06:56:46 pm
Twilight Sparkle is best snarker. ;)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 06, 2012, 10:35:52 pm
Quote
Also, since pony avatars and posting pony in other boards is likely to cause trouble: if you have OC ponies, why not post a (reasonably-sized) image in this thread somewhere? :3  That way we can show off our horrifying abominations (http://ongaru.deviantart.com/art/OC-Pony-Zena-264738288) without annoying the non-bronies.

I'm willing to do what I've had to do in every fucking forum I go to - not participate in spreading my fandom like EVERYONE ELSE - but change our avatars? Seriously? Our fucking avatars? That's self-censoring I will not abide by. This is the fucking FUNDIES forum, and I will not be pushed around on it because some people don't like a kid's show. They have a right to ask I not put pony-related material in other threads, but they have no right whatsoever to regulate my avatar because it makes  them "uncomfortable".

Even something awful, which has banned ALL pony discussion, even their own threads, allows pony-related avatars. Just saying.

The thing is that I'm laying low for while with the avatar, because in my opinion, it seems some obnoxious bronies on here decided that they were going push buttons, and I still have a feeling there's a few on here who really hate all bronies on the actions of a few, go look at the F & B thread, I mean mentioning MLP as every other thing you hate in a post gives off that vibe, just sayin'. And as I mention in another post in this thread, I don't want to be hated.  This is a quirk that I have, I hate having people be upset at me, especially for dumbass shit that I have no control over.
BTW: Here's my pony that I created
(http://i664.photobucket.com/albums/vv5/Nickiecole/ponyWithBackground.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 06, 2012, 10:56:31 pm
Here's the pony I made to basically represent myself:
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w35/trainercardproductions/saraasapony-1.png)

And here's another I made for a character in a MLP-based D&D game I'm a part of:
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w35/trainercardproductions/aurora.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Osama bin Bambi on February 06, 2012, 11:23:19 pm
Wait, is there a site where we can just make ponies for the lulz?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 06, 2012, 11:25:48 pm
Wait, is there a site where we can just make ponies for the lulz?

Random pony generator on DA.  Use it as a cover image for a fic and submit to EqD with it though, and we'll fire you AND your fic to the moon.  With extra gunpowder.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on February 07, 2012, 12:00:02 am
Specifically, follow this link (http://generalzoi.deviantart.com/art/Pony-Creator-Full-Version-254295904).
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 07, 2012, 12:30:11 am
Quote
Also, since pony avatars and posting pony in other boards is likely to cause trouble: if you have OC ponies, why not post a (reasonably-sized) image in this thread somewhere? :3  That way we can show off our horrifying abominations (http://ongaru.deviantart.com/art/OC-Pony-Zena-264738288) without annoying the non-bronies.

I'm willing to do what I've had to do in every fucking forum I go to - not participate in spreading my fandom like EVERYONE ELSE - but change our avatars? Seriously? Our fucking avatars? That's self-censoring I will not abide by. This is the fucking FUNDIES forum, and I will not be pushed around on it because some people don't like a kid's show. They have a right to ask I not put pony-related material in other threads, but they have no right whatsoever to regulate my avatar because it makes  them "uncomfortable".

Even something awful, which has banned ALL pony discussion, even their own threads, allows pony-related avatars. Just saying.

The thing is that I'm laying low for while with the avatar, because in my opinion, it seems some obnoxious bronies on here decided that they were going push buttons, and I still have a feeling there's a few on here who really hate all bronies on the actions of a few, go look at the F & B thread, I mean mentioning MLP as every other thing you hate in a post gives off that vibe, just sayin'. And as I mention in another post in this thread, I don't want to be hated.  This is a quirk that I have, I hate having people be upset at me, especially for dumbass shit that I have no control over.
BTW: Here's my pony that I created
(http://i664.photobucket.com/albums/vv5/Nickiecole/ponyWithBackground.png)
You do what you want. I'm gonna keep my av. Simple, really. :)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yla on February 07, 2012, 04:20:42 am
Something Positive, being Something Positive, parodies the shit out of FiM.
http://www.somethingpositive.net/sp02072012.shtml (http://www.somethingpositive.net/sp02072012.shtml)
(Also hilarious: this comic from 2008: http://somethingpositive.net/sp05282008.shtml (http://somethingpositive.net/sp05282008.shtml))
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on February 07, 2012, 09:51:53 am
…I still have a feeling there's a few on here who really hate all bronies on the actions of a few…
And they should know better than that.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: The Right Honourable Mlle Antéchrist on February 07, 2012, 10:09:33 am
The thing is that I'm laying low for while with the avatar, because in my opinion, it seems some obnoxious bronies on here decided that they were going push buttons, and I still have a feeling there's a few on here who really hate all bronies on the actions of a few, go look at the F & B thread, I mean mentioning MLP as every other thing you hate in a post gives off that vibe, just sayin'. And as I mention in another post in this thread, I don't want to be hated.  This is a quirk that I have, I hate having people be upset at me, especially for dumbass shit that I have no control over.

I can promise that I don't hate you guys, nor do I see any issue with Brony avatars and (reasonably sized) sig pics. Anyone who's petty enough to throw a fit over either of those things is someone you shouldn't be concerned with trying to impress, anyway. :)

By the way, I've never seen the whole Bronies vs The Internet thing as a big deal. The thread derailment and whatnot was mildly annoying at times, and I was a bit confused by the sudden influx of MLP stuff, but for the most part, I was just kidding around whenever I've mentioned "turning the tables" and whatnot.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 07, 2012, 10:16:12 am
Even if you did 'turn the tables' on us, we wouldn't hold a grudge against you or anything :3 we don't mind talking various topics.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 07, 2012, 10:58:59 am
I apologize if I'm coming off as somewhat of a drama queen, I don't mean to. I'm just not all that comfortable with having a pony avatar right now(I'll probably have one back up within a week). As I said it's a weird quirk that I've had since I was a young child, and it's probably linked with my self-esteem issues that I've struggled with my whole life.

And Mlle. Antechrist, I believe you, and if you ever want to come in here and say hi and talk about stuff, you're always welcomed too. :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on February 07, 2012, 11:21:05 am
By the way, I've never seen the whole Bronies vs The Internet thing as a big deal. The thread derailment and whatnot was mildly annoying at times, and I was a bit confused by the sudden influx of MLP stuff, but for the most part, I was just kidding around whenever I've mentioned "turning the tables" and whatnot.
In my experience, the derailment is often caused by the other people overreacting to a random image macro than the bronies just going on and on.

Example:
Someone posts an image that says “Woohoo! The Above Poster Rocks!” Now, if this image included a picture of Princess Zelda, Aang, Master Chief, Ash and Pikachu, Batman, Leonardo DiCaprio, a Rageface, or even a friggin’ “Arrow to the Knee” Skyrim guard*, it would be okay. But if the image included Applejack or Fluttershy, the next 20 posts are guaranteed to be people complaining about My Little Pony. Now, who really de-railed the thread, here?

Yes, there are a lot of bronies that go overboard. But that goes for every fandom.



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* Okay, people do complain about Arrow to the Knee, but usually only if it is specifically saying something about Arrows to the Knee. I would expect him to get a pass for simply “Woohoo! The Above Poster Rocks!”
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 07, 2012, 11:45:55 am
I apologize if I'm coming off as somewhat of a drama queen, I don't mean to. I'm just not all that comfortable with having a pony avatar right now(I'll probably have one back up within a week). As I said it's a weird quirk that I've had since I was a young child, and it's probably linked with my self-esteem issues that I've struggled with my whole life.

And Mlle. Antechrist, I believe you, and if you ever want to come in here and say hi and talk about stuff, you're always welcomed too. :D
Careful, or the thread might be... derailed!    :o
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on February 07, 2012, 12:14:13 pm
I don't even know where the pony derail thread is.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 07, 2012, 12:26:55 pm
I apologize if I'm coming off as somewhat of a drama queen, I don't mean to. I'm just not all that comfortable with having a pony avatar right now(I'll probably have one back up within a week). As I said it's a weird quirk that I've had since I was a young child, and it's probably linked with my self-esteem issues that I've struggled with my whole life.

And Mlle. Antechrist, I believe you, and if you ever want to come in here and say hi and talk about stuff, you're always welcomed too. :D
Careful, or the thread might be... derailed!    :o
Like this
 (http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRFk2YsKfZ5zXNgooYaTFF6EjT3G-l-8XYjDAWAwEyx7O3W4LDsK75fQQyVvA) :P

@ Radiation  Pony derailment thread here (http://forums.fstdt.net/fstdt-lounge/ponies-derail/)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 07, 2012, 01:08:43 pm
I apologize if I'm coming off as somewhat of a drama queen, I don't mean to. I'm just not all that comfortable with having a pony avatar right now(I'll probably have one back up within a week). As I said it's a weird quirk that I've had since I was a young child, and it's probably linked with my self-esteem issues that I've struggled with my whole life.

And Mlle. Antechrist, I believe you, and if you ever want to come in here and say hi and talk about stuff, you're always welcomed too. :D
Careful, or the thread might be... derailed!    :o
Like this
 (http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRFk2YsKfZ5zXNgooYaTFF6EjT3G-l-8XYjDAWAwEyx7O3W4LDsK75fQQyVvA) :P

@ Radiation  Pony derailment thread here (http://forums.fstdt.net/fstdt-lounge/ponies-derail/)
You DO know when the hub-bub around here dies down, I'm totally using that? Right? *swipe!*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 07, 2012, 02:03:05 pm
By the way, I've never seen the whole Bronies vs The Internet thing as a big deal. The thread derailment and whatnot was mildly annoying at times, and I was a bit confused by the sudden influx of MLP stuff, but for the most part, I was just kidding around whenever I've mentioned "turning the tables" and whatnot.
In my experience, the derailment is often caused by the other people overreacting to a random image macro than the bronies just going on and on.

Example:
Someone posts an image that says “Woohoo! The Above Poster Rocks!” Now, if this image included a picture of Princess Zelda, Aang, Master Chief, Ash and Pikachu, Batman, Leonardo DiCaprio, a Rageface, or even a friggin’ “Arrow to the Knee” Skyrim guard*, it would be okay. But if the image included Applejack or Fluttershy, the next 20 posts are guaranteed to be people complaining about My Little Pony. Now, who really de-railed the thread, here?

Yes, there are a lot of bronies that go overboard. But that goes for every fandom.



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* Okay, people do complain about Arrow to the Knee, but usually only if it is specifically saying something about Arrows to the Knee. I would expect him to get a pass for simply “Woohoo! The Above Poster Rocks!”

Threads only get derailed because people go along with the derailment.  Like I said in IRC last night, this forum has some fucking ADD issues.  Hell, I've seen threads repeatedly get derailed even over non-pony stuff.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Shane for Wax on February 07, 2012, 03:19:01 pm
Your mom has ADD issues.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on February 07, 2012, 03:21:59 pm
Threads only get derailed because people go along with the derailment.  Like I said in IRC last night, this forum has some fucking ADD issues.  Hell, I've seen threads repeatedly get derailed even over non-pony stuff.
Yeah. Shane and I have come pretty close to a few Harry Potter derailments. But no one else ever got involved in those, and we usually shut up after the fourth or so go around.

Your mom has ADD issues.
Well, at least she’s not a Death Eater!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: deadpandoubter on February 07, 2012, 05:09:51 pm
Your mother's a Hufflepuff and plays card games in Hell.

That pony creator on DA is fun as SHIT. My little pony looks like...well...zie has questionable gender, shall we say.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: largeham on February 07, 2012, 05:57:49 pm
Who gives a shit whether threads get derailed? That's half the fun here (in my limited experience).
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Shane for Wax on February 07, 2012, 06:14:40 pm
Your mother's a Hufflepuff and plays card games in Hell.

Them's fightin' words!

 
Your mom has ADD issues.
Well, at least she’s not a Death Eater!
Your mom's as useful as Dudley!

As for ponies and an L Word mashup, I can see it. Just dunno what their cutie spots(?) would be.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 07, 2012, 06:33:48 pm
it's Cutie Marks, Shane, but definite points for getting close.

And once I watch The L Word, I could probably figure something out.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Shane for Wax on February 07, 2012, 06:46:55 pm
Ah, see. I knew it was cutie somethin'.

I could toss you some links to some episodes but... *glares at US gov't*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 07, 2012, 06:53:26 pm
Are there box sets out there I can buy? I could look into those once I have work again...?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Shane for Wax on February 07, 2012, 06:56:14 pm
Ja. There are. It's actually on sale right now for half off for the complete pack... (http://www.amazon.com/L-Word-Complete-Pack/dp/B002JIOOB2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1328658948&sr=8-2).
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 07, 2012, 07:11:08 pm
*grumbles good-naturedly* Figures sales happen while I'm out of work... but I'll keep the link in mind for when we're financially stable again.  The furnace keeling over and dying during a New York winter kinda puts a dent in any savings, even buying a replacement used...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: deadpandoubter on February 07, 2012, 07:14:49 pm
Bette's should be a messed up "I Love You" ASL handshape. Maybe instead of ILY (thumb, index, and pinky up) it's the bullshit shape (thumb in, index and pinky up). *grin* Easy mistake, right?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Shane for Wax on February 07, 2012, 07:17:05 pm
@Priestling- I didn't even know it was on sale until I looked for it so who knows when it won't be?

@DPD- Ha ha. We call those the Horns round here.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Keiro Dreamwalker on February 07, 2012, 07:18:10 pm
If people have an issue with stuff... just light my PM on fire. Or, you know, press the report moderator button. More than likely I'll be the one dealing with it unless others get to it faster than I do.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: deadpandoubter on February 07, 2012, 07:18:40 pm
The Horns tend to have the palm facing outwards, though, right? The variation of "bullshit" I'm thinking of has the palm facing inward.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Shane for Wax on February 07, 2012, 07:19:25 pm
Can be both depending on who you ask. I love the idea though.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 07, 2012, 07:19:38 pm
5 seasons? even at the usual list price of $235 and change, that's NOT bad for an entire show's run for a box set!

Definitely keeping it in mind~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Shane for Wax on February 07, 2012, 07:23:30 pm
5 seasons? even at the usual list price of $235 and change, that's NOT bad for an entire show's run for a box set!

Definitely keeping it in mind~

Actually, you know what? PM me. I think I can get you watching for free tonight. Legally, too.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 07, 2012, 07:35:26 pm
5 seasons? even at the usual list price of $235 and change, that's NOT bad for an entire show's run for a box set!

Definitely keeping it in mind~

Actually, you know what? PM me. I think I can get you watching for free tonight. Legally, too.

Wouldn't be feasible.  I'm still out here in Seattle visiting friends (and on their computers), and I don't get back until late Saturday night.  Appreciate the offer though :3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Shane for Wax on February 07, 2012, 07:38:38 pm
5 seasons? even at the usual list price of $235 and change, that's NOT bad for an entire show's run for a box set!

Definitely keeping it in mind~

Actually, you know what? PM me. I think I can get you watching for free tonight. Legally, too.

Wouldn't be feasible.  I'm still out here in Seattle visiting friends (and on their computers), and I don't get back until late Saturday night.  Appreciate the offer though :3

It doesn't expire tonight, hun. You have like a year to get back to me. (Amazon Prime)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 07, 2012, 07:39:49 pm
Oh... well then, consider yourself poked on it come... probably Tuesday.  I have major job hunting to do Monday... that's going to be interesting.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 07, 2012, 11:11:39 pm
Bette's should be a messed up "I Love You" ASL handshape. Maybe instead of ILY (thumb, index, and pinky up) it's the bullshit shape (thumb in, index and pinky up). *grin* Easy mistake, right?

Humans don't exist in Equestria, so I'm not sure how hands would be valid (or ASL). :P

To be fair, my OC pony has a laptop cutie mark, and those don't really exist in Equestria either.  ;)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 08, 2012, 12:05:49 am
Bette's should be a messed up "I Love You" ASL handshape. Maybe instead of ILY (thumb, index, and pinky up) it's the bullshit shape (thumb in, index and pinky up). *grin* Easy mistake, right?

Humans don't exist in Equestria, so I'm not sure how hands would be valid (or ASL). :P

To be fair, my OC pony has a laptop cutie mark, and those don't really exist in Equestria either.  ;)
They have modern medical equipment, they should have some sort of hoof-friendly version. I think...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 08, 2012, 12:35:03 am
I have a friend with a 6-pin transistor for a cutie mark on a yellow lightning bolt.  Mine (Noble Cause's)? A stuffed bookcase.  It varies from pony to pony.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Shane for Wax on February 08, 2012, 01:05:23 am
Crappy Shane pony is crappy.

L Word/MLP crossover:
(http://i44.tinypic.com/14mvr80.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 08, 2012, 02:45:04 am
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3J4LCXbUy6w

BEHOLD!

Something I found awhile ago that was neat but then got removed and is now reuploaded.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on February 08, 2012, 10:29:49 am
Meh, the Britney Spears song ruins it for me.  Good editing though.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 08, 2012, 02:42:48 pm
@ Shane:  Actually, that's not too bad, for the random pony generator.  I could talk to a couple artists in the fandom, if you'd like a proper pic.  Some of them are remarkably cheap.

Also, swag.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p1HZp4ClFXY
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Shane for Wax on February 08, 2012, 06:16:31 pm
Nah. I just got bored and figured I'd provide a jumping off point for L Word ponies.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 08, 2012, 06:48:44 pm
Meh, the Britney Spears song ruins it for me.  Good editing though.

I actually keep forgetting it's a Britney Spears song XD
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 08, 2012, 11:22:25 pm
So what do you guys think of the pony diet?  After all, flowers are totally edible!

This post was inspired by nickinack's sig quote about flowers.  After all, the major difference between buying flowers and dinner is that - for humans, at least - flowers are not delicious, and are not considered to be good forms of sustenance.  That's where I thought the argument fell apart, and that naturally led to the topic of pony diets.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 08, 2012, 11:33:32 pm
So what do you guys think of the pony diet?  After all, flowers are totally edible!

This post was inspired by nickinack's sig quote about flowers.  After all, the major difference between buying flowers and dinner is that - for humans, at least - flowers are not delicious, and are not considered to be good forms of sustenance.  That's where I thought the argument fell apart, and that naturally led to the topic of pony diets.

I love that my sigs have been getting attention

Well, it's been stated in the show that they eat hay, and Pinkie Pie sure loves her sweets
And Spike has the best diet of them all:Gemstones
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on February 08, 2012, 11:48:22 pm
Pinkie's also stated she likes hot dogs with mustard. (It was later clarified these are veggie hot dogs.) Throw in all those pastries and other apple derivatives Applejack and family make, and you're sure to find something you like. Rainbows are not for eating, though.

Alternately: the Parasprite diet plan.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 09, 2012, 12:36:07 am
Pinkie's also stated she likes hot dogs with mustard. (It was later clarified these are veggie hot dogs.) Throw in all those pastries and other apple derivatives Applejack and family make, and you're sure to find something you like. Rainbows are not for eating, though.

Alternately: the Parasprite diet plan.

Eat ALL the food?

Or Eat ALL the non-food?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 09, 2012, 01:59:41 am
So I recently put the "Ponify" app on Chrome.

I have to say, reading this is amusing.

"The NFL is a celestia damn commie organization!"

XD  Oh, and here's an even more hilarious one.

"'Celestia can heal' Advertisment banned"

Hehehehe!

Also, my username becomes B-Stallion.

Oh wow.   Tyrant!Celestia takes on a whole new dimension with ponify on this (http://fstdt.net/QuoteComment.aspx?QID=85835) quote.  About the only things that spoil the illusion are the male pronouns.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 09, 2012, 04:04:14 am
I've actually attempted to go for more of a pony diet as a way to help my weight loss.  I'm eating a lot more salad of late, not as much meat, picking healthier (some would say pony-friendly) options.  I like to think that if Equestria does pop up (I write for The Conversion Bureau sub-genre of fic) the culture shock of having to give up beef/bacon/other goodies will be lessened.  And hay, if it means I can keep dropping weight...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 10, 2012, 09:26:39 pm
So the Fan Favorite Mareathon is coming!  I totally have kinda missed other marathons, but I want to make this one.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on February 11, 2012, 12:31:42 am
Me too. I can't wait to see what won. I hope they're all ones I picked. =3


Also, finally there are some blind-bag pony figures around where I live. I'm going to have a lot of fun at the toy store now~  I refuse to stop until I get some shiny mane cast members, or one of the hidden ones. (Don't tell me who they are, because I don't know and want to be surprised.) There are a couple others I might want just for their names. Interestingly, both the ones I got today have "luck" in their names. I take this as a good sign. =3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 11, 2012, 12:39:07 am
Me too. I can't wait to see what won. I hope they're all ones I picked. =3


Also, finally there are some blind-bag pony figures around where I live. I'm going to have a lot of fun at the toy store now~  I refuse to stop until I get some shiny mane cast members, or one of the hidden ones. (Don't tell me who they are, because I don't know and want to be surprised.) There are a couple others I might want just for their names. Interestingly, both the ones I got today have "luck" in their names. I take this as a good sign. =3
You can cheat, you know. The inside flap of the bags have a number written on them, that coincides with the list on the back.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on February 11, 2012, 01:00:54 am
Me too. I can't wait to see what won. I hope they're all ones I picked. =3


Also, finally there are some blind-bag pony figures around where I live. I'm going to have a lot of fun at the toy store now~  I refuse to stop until I get some shiny mane cast members, or one of the hidden ones. (Don't tell me who they are, because I don't know and want to be surprised.) There are a couple others I might want just for their names. Interestingly, both the ones I got today have "luck" in their names. I take this as a good sign. =3
You can cheat, you know. The inside flap of the bags have a number written on them, that coincides with the list on the back.

Aw, that doesn't sound like any fun. I'd rather pit my own wits and luck against the bags' stats. I'm quite good at it; I can get rare Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh! cards like nothin'. There was a set of Pokémon cards not too long ago... I bought only one pack from the set, and it had exactly the holo Spiritomb I wanted in it. I like to think of it as a talent. ^-^
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on February 11, 2012, 10:48:26 am
I'm not gonna go with blind-bag pony, I'm just gonna go all out and buy a suitcase pony.  Twilight and/or Rainbow Dash.

Tomorrow.  Today is Ren Fest, and I want to have fun at that first. :3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 11, 2012, 11:01:58 am
So I totally missed part of the mareathon, but I did see the last 3 episodes.

As far as the new episode goes:  SO MUCH WIN. <3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on February 11, 2012, 11:02:29 am
For anypony who missed it, the list went:

9. Hearth's Warming Eve
8. Feeling Pinkie Keen
7. Lesson Zero
6. Party of One
5. May the Best Pet Win!
4. Suited For Success
3. The Best Night Ever
2. Green Isn't Your Color
1. Luna Eclipsed

As surprised as I am that Sonic Rainboom and Return of Harmony, Pt. 1 didn't make the list, I'm even more surprised that Green Isn't Your Color scored so high. I mean, I love every episode (even Over A Barrel), but I wouldn't have bet money on that one.
Oh, well~  At least half the list is stuff I voted for. That's what counts, right? =3


As for the new episode... Well, it's always nice to give the supporting cast more depth and focus. I could go into more depth myself, but I can't because I'm still all melted-feeling from Sweetie Belle's voice, holy crap. @_@
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 11, 2012, 11:02:37 am
Wow... that episode was amazing even by MLP standards.

Miss Cheerilee is so sweet, yet with an undercurrent of such powerful evil. I'm really starting to like her after that ending.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 11, 2012, 11:17:21 am
So I can see comics coming off of something from this episode.

They didn't use all the potion.  There was more in that container from what they gave Mac and Cheerilee.  Now granted, tehy probably dumped it, but what if someone got into it?  Also, it arguably got into the water supply, although to be fair, it would be diluted a lot being in the water supply.  :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 11, 2012, 12:25:52 pm
Me too. I can't wait to see what won. I hope they're all ones I picked. =3


Also, finally there are some blind-bag pony figures around where I live. I'm going to have a lot of fun at the toy store now~  I refuse to stop until I get some shiny mane cast members, or one of the hidden ones. (Don't tell me who they are, because I don't know and want to be surprised.) There are a couple others I might want just for their names. Interestingly, both the ones I got today have "luck" in their names. I take this as a good sign. =3
You can cheat, you know. The inside flap of the bags have a number written on them, that coincides with the list on the back.

Aw, that doesn't sound like any fun. I'd rather pit my own wits and luck against the bags' stats. I'm quite good at it; I can get rare Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh! cards like nothin'. There was a set of Pokémon cards not too long ago... I bought only one pack from the set, and it had exactly the holo Spiritomb I wanted in it. I like to think of it as a talent. ^-^
I'm cool with blind bagging when I want to collect a variety (I'm 50/50 with Super Rares in HeroClix), but I don't want to "catch them all". I just wanted the mane cast.

Thankfully, both of us win!  ;D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 11, 2012, 02:32:13 pm
Hol-ee shit, guys.

http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/02/celestia-is-finally-white.html

Not only is she white (with golden grieves), but there's Zecora, Trixie, and DJ Pon-3 toys coming out, among others.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 11, 2012, 04:35:56 pm
Today's song was easily one of their best songs yet, actually.

Also, Caramel has a canon fillyfriend :V
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Osama bin Bambi on February 11, 2012, 04:40:43 pm
I has a dream last night where I turned into Pinkie Pie. And I don't even watch MLP. Is... is this a sign I should turn to the dark side?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 11, 2012, 05:26:54 pm
I has a dream last night where I turned into Pinkie Pie. And I don't even watch MLP. Is... is this a sign I should turn to the dark side?

Yes.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 11, 2012, 09:52:21 pm
I has a dream last night where I turned into Pinkie Pie. And I don't even watch MLP. Is... is this a sign I should turn to the dark side?
(http://chzbronies.files.wordpress.com/2011/09/my-little-pony-friendship-is-magic-brony-join-the-lunar-side.jpg)

Hol-ee shit, guys.

http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/02/celestia-is-finally-white.html

Not only is she white (with golden grieves), but there's Zecora, Trixie, and DJ Pon-3 toys coming out, among others.

I'm totally going to buy a Trixie, a Nightmare Moon, and a Zecora, Now we just need a Derpy Hooves

And about the new episode, very cute, it was nice to see Big Mac say something other than "Eeeeyup" & "Nope" for a change
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on February 11, 2012, 09:57:55 pm
And here's why I love the blind-bags. Today's prize yielded Pinkie Pie~
Now, technically, I already have Pinkie Pie from that big 12-pack, as seen here:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v203/andsean/Bedroom/TaisRoomUpdatePlus002.jpg)

But she is my very favourite. And you can never have too much Pinkie Pie. Never. ^-^
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on February 12, 2012, 10:40:46 am
Celestia's still technically inaccurate.  She's not pure white, either.  She's a very light pink--lighter than the old toys, but still pink.

Also, WANT Zecora and Nightmare Moon SO MUCH. <3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 12, 2012, 12:34:24 pm
And here's why I love the blind-bags. Today's prize yielded Pinkie Pie~
Now, technically, I already have Pinkie Pie from that big 12-pack, as seen here:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v203/andsean/Bedroom/TaisRoomUpdatePlus002.jpg)

But she is my very favourite. And you can never have too much Pinkie Pie. Never. ^-^
IhadtoomuchPinkiePieonce,andletmetellyou,itdoesNOTcomeouttheotherenedsonice.KindalikethatonetimeIhadtoomuchRaisinBran,andIcouldn'twaittogettothe... On second thought, I'll stop there. (http://i.imgur.com/ROEnes.jpg)

Celestia's still technically inaccurate.  She's not pure white, either.  She's a very light pink--lighter than the old toys, but still pink.

Also, WANT Zecora and Nightmare Moon SO MUCH. <3
That would probably require a new type of paint vat at the factory in asia. Ain't got time or money fer that! Use the white!  :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on February 12, 2012, 04:17:58 pm
Celestia's still technically inaccurate.  She's not pure white, either.  She's a very light pink--lighter than the old toys, but still pink.
Hey, now this is starting to sound familiar (http://forums.fstdt.net/religion-and-philosophy/file-sharing-in-sweden-its-a-religion/msg3499/#msg3499) :)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yla on February 12, 2012, 06:04:27 pm
With regards to the Daring Do TvTropes page I have to say: Some people have entirely too much time on their hands. Fawesome.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 12, 2012, 07:27:45 pm
So the new toys will likely be popular with bronies.  The real questions are:

1)  Will they be popular with the target demographic?

2)  Will their popularity cause other retailers - they're Toys R Us exclusives - to want to snatch them up?  Furthermore, is the exclusivity because other retailers merely want to see a test market because they're skittish, or did Hasbro only seek to sell to Toys R Us, and didn't even bother to talk to Wal-Mart and others about this?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 13, 2012, 12:12:22 am
So the new toys will likely be popular with bronies.  The real questions are:

1)  Will they be popular with the target demographic?

2)  Will their popularity cause other retailers - they're Toys R Us exclusives - to want to snatch them up?  Furthermore, is the exclusivity because other retailers merely want to see a test market because they're skittish, or did Hasbro only seek to sell to Toys R Us, and didn't even bother to talk to Wal-Mart and others about this?
Most "exclusives" are done for two reasons:

1. A special deal by a specific store, essentially paying EXTRA to have the deal (like my overloards at Targét did with the "Canterlot Collection").

or

2. The toy maker chose a specific place to target a limited sales demographic. Hasbro is most likely in this case skittish and doing their own "testing."

Matell, for instance, has a longstanding relationship with a small but devoted group of He-Man fans. To this day, at conventions and through their much more well-organized on-line store, they do they limited releases of Masters of the Universe and She-Ra figures.

This is based on my experience being friends with two VERY big toy collectors. One of them literally has two rooms with nothing but his toys, and took a second job just so he could pay for more toys.  :-\
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: affirmedatheist on February 13, 2012, 05:12:54 am
It's nice to see some of the secondary and background ponies getting merch.

And seriously, that Nightmare Moon is awesome.

+4 to Hasbro.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 13, 2012, 11:24:33 am
2. The toy maker chose a specific place to target a limited sales demographic. Hasbro is most likely in this case skittish and doing their own "testing."

Matell, for instance, has a longstanding relationship with a small but devoted group of He-Man fans. To this day, at conventions and through their much more well-organized on-line store, they do they limited releases of Masters of the Universe and She-Ra figures.

This is based on my experience being friends with two VERY big toy collectors. One of them literally has two rooms with nothing but his toys, and took a second job just so he could pay for more toys.  :-\

I find this funny, given the fact that Hasbro does the bulk of the Star Wars figures, including EU characters that the real geeks like myself know about...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on February 13, 2012, 11:28:28 am
2. The toy maker chose a specific place to target a limited sales demographic. Hasbro is most likely in this case skittish and doing their own "testing."

Matell, for instance, has a longstanding relationship with a small but devoted group of He-Man fans. To this day, at conventions and through their much more well-organized on-line store, they do they limited releases of Masters of the Universe and She-Ra figures.

This is based on my experience being friends with two VERY big toy collectors. One of them literally has two rooms with nothing but his toys, and took a second job just so he could pay for more toys.  :-\

I find this funny, given the fact that Hasbro does the bulk of the Star Wars figures, including EU characters that the real geeks like myself know about...
Yeah, but they are used to people going nuts over Star Wars and Transformers. People generally don’t go nuts over My Little Pony. They are cautious because they don’t know if the brony phenomenon will be as strong as the other fandoms they do deal with.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 14, 2012, 12:35:06 am
2. The toy maker chose a specific place to target a limited sales demographic. Hasbro is most likely in this case skittish and doing their own "testing."

Matell, for instance, has a longstanding relationship with a small but devoted group of He-Man fans. To this day, at conventions and through their much more well-organized on-line store, they do they limited releases of Masters of the Universe and She-Ra figures.

This is based on my experience being friends with two VERY big toy collectors. One of them literally has two rooms with nothing but his toys, and took a second job just so he could pay for more toys.  :-\

I find this funny, given the fact that Hasbro does the bulk of the Star Wars figures, including EU characters that the real geeks like myself know about...
Yeah, but they are used to people going nuts over Star Wars and Transformers. People generally don’t go nuts over My Little Pony. They are cautious because they don’t know if the brony phenomenon will be as strong as the other fandoms they do deal with.
Exactly. So, I'm buying crap up. Bronies apparently wiped out the grab bag ponies from the on-line Hasbro store in less than 24 hours after they went on sale, so that should give them hope.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 14, 2012, 01:59:38 am
So I can't seem to find the area where you create a Conservapedia account.  What a shame.  I really wanted to go troll them with a big long tirade about how My Little Pony is an evil, horrible, satanic cult that promotes witchcraft and idol worship and stuff.

Does anybody have a Conservapedia account, so that they can do that?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 14, 2012, 02:27:41 am
Yeah, the whole "wiping out stock" thing tends to happen when Seth/Cereal/Phoe post about it on EqD.  It amuses we pre-readers to no end.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on February 14, 2012, 03:16:00 am
Well, it doesn't sound all that hilarious to me... >w> So is that why most of the hooks at my Toys "R" Us are still constantly empty despite weeks and weeks passing, and I've only ever seen the really big Rainbow Dash plush all of once? I can't even find that one on Amazon... =<  (At least I did get the Pinkie Pie variant (http://darkfiretaimatsu.xanga.com/754757633/pinkie-tai-you-are-so-random/).) They only did just get some pink Celestias, blind-bag ponies, and Crusader combo packs, like, this week, but seriously.

It sounds pretty disenheartening, because I kind of have my heart set on that new Nightmare Moon already, because she's not only important to me, but also to my ponysona character. I would probably kill for that toy, and if you think I'm exaggerating, you lay down on the butcher paper and try not to move. >w>
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 14, 2012, 09:25:17 am
Well, it doesn't sound all that hilarious to me... >w> So is that why most of the hooks at my Toys "R" Us are still constantly empty despite weeks and weeks passing, and I've only ever seen the really big Rainbow Dash plush all of once? I can't even find that one on Amazon... =<  (At least I did get the Pinkie Pie variant (http://darkfiretaimatsu.xanga.com/754757633/pinkie-tai-you-are-so-random/).) They only did just get some pink Celestias, blind-bag ponies, and Crusader combo packs, like, this week, but seriously.

It sounds pretty disenheartening, because I kind of have my heart set on that new Nightmare Moon already, because she's not only important to me, but also to my ponysona character. I would probably kill for that toy, and if you think I'm exaggerating, you lay down on the butcher paper and try not to move. >w>
Are you SURE the was a Rainbow Dash plush? The Hasbro store doesn't seem to have one, and all I've seen are Twilight and Pinkie Pie. :/
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on February 14, 2012, 09:49:12 am
Well, it doesn't sound all that hilarious to me... >w> So is that why most of the hooks at my Toys "R" Us are still constantly empty despite weeks and weeks passing, and I've only ever seen the really big Rainbow Dash plush all of once? I can't even find that one on Amazon... =<  (At least I did get the Pinkie Pie variant (http://darkfiretaimatsu.xanga.com/754757633/pinkie-tai-you-are-so-random/).) They only did just get some pink Celestias, blind-bag ponies, and Crusader combo packs, like, this week, but seriously.

It sounds pretty disenheartening, because I kind of have my heart set on that new Nightmare Moon already, because she's not only important to me, but also to my ponysona character. I would probably kill for that toy, and if you think I'm exaggerating, you lay down on the butcher paper and try not to move. >w>
Are you SURE the was a Rainbow Dash plush? The Hasbro store doesn't seem to have one, and all I've seen are Twilight and Pinkie Pie. :/

I'm as certain as I can be with no actual proof or way to verify.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 14, 2012, 10:35:36 am
Well, it doesn't sound all that hilarious to me... >w> So is that why most of the hooks at my Toys "R" Us are still constantly empty despite weeks and weeks passing, and I've only ever seen the really big Rainbow Dash plush all of once? I can't even find that one on Amazon... =<  (At least I did get the Pinkie Pie variant (http://darkfiretaimatsu.xanga.com/754757633/pinkie-tai-you-are-so-random/).) They only did just get some pink Celestias, blind-bag ponies, and Crusader combo packs, like, this week, but seriously.

It sounds pretty disenheartening, because I kind of have my heart set on that new Nightmare Moon already, because she's not only important to me, but also to my ponysona character. I would probably kill for that toy, and if you think I'm exaggerating, you lay down on the butcher paper and try not to move. >w>
Are you SURE the was a Rainbow Dash plush? The Hasbro store doesn't seem to have one, and all I've seen are Twilight and Pinkie Pie. :/

I'm as certain as I can be with no actual proof or way to verify.
Then I must choose to distrust you...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MmRYccuXWNA
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on February 14, 2012, 04:07:01 pm
In other news, 3 of the blind-bags I got for V-day had the rare sparkle variants of the mane characters inside them. Rainbow Dash, Twilight Sparkle (appropriate), and... Pinkie Pie~

Can never. Have too much. Pinkie Pie. <3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 14, 2012, 11:31:59 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WCbSo5cqMw
Question: @0:21-0:22, Is that Derpy & Doctor Whooves on that one bridge??
Because I'm having a"They are listening to us" moment over it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 14, 2012, 11:41:10 pm
Question: @0:21-0:22, Is that Derpy & Doctor Whooves on that one bridge??
Because I'm having a"They are listening to us" moment over it.

Why yes. Yes it is. When you look close, you can clearly see the hourglass mark on the stallion, and Derpy's eyes are lopsided as usual.

Edit: You know, pausing at that scene... there seems to be at least three lesbian couples around the square. They actually out-number the straight ones.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Askold on February 15, 2012, 01:31:46 am
Question: @0:21-0:22, Is that Derpy & Doctor Whooves on that one bridge??
Because I'm having a"They are listening to us" moment over it.

Why yes. Yes it is. When you look close, you can clearly see the hourglass mark on the stallion, and Derpy's eyes are lopsided as usual.

Edit: You know, pausing at that scene... there seems to be at least three lesbian couples around the square. They actually out-number the straight ones.

Or... It could be that not all of them are couples. It could be just two friends.

Just saying.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 15, 2012, 01:33:31 am
Question: @0:21-0:22, Is that Derpy & Doctor Whooves on that one bridge??
Because I'm having a"They are listening to us" moment over it.

Why yes. Yes it is. When you look close, you can clearly see the hourglass mark on the stallion, and Derpy's eyes are lopsided as usual.

Edit: You know, pausing at that scene... there seems to be at least three lesbian couples around the square. They actually out-number the straight ones.

Or... It could be that not all of them are couples. It could be just two friends.

Just saying.

hush :3 *scoots Lyra and Bonbon closer together, along with Tavi and Scratch*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 15, 2012, 01:37:46 am
Lyra & Bon Bon are best couple in Ponyville, hands down.
(http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lq8ienkGTA1r0qpm0o1_500.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 15, 2012, 01:41:29 am
Question: @0:21-0:22, Is that Derpy & Doctor Whooves on that one bridge??
Because I'm having a"They are listening to us" moment over it.

Why yes. Yes it is. When you look close, you can clearly see the hourglass mark on the stallion, and Derpy's eyes are lopsided as usual.

Edit: You know, pausing at that scene... there seems to be at least three lesbian couples around the square. They actually out-number the straight ones.

Or... It could be that not all of them are couples. It could be just two friends.

Just saying.

While possible, it would seem to defeat the purpose of the scene. Sweetie Bell is singing about how almost everypony has that Very Special Somepony in their life. And then it pans out, and you see a lot of ponies coupled together--the Crusaders being the only example of more than two ponies being near each other.

It just so happens that if you take the time to look, most of those couples were made up of two girls.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Askold on February 15, 2012, 01:51:29 am


While possible, it would seem to defeat the purpose of the scene. Sweetie Bell is singing about how almost everypony has that Very Special Somepony in their life. And then it pans out, and you see a lot of ponies coupled together--the Crusaders being the only example of more than two ponies being near each other.

It just so happens that if you take the time to look, most of those couples were made up of two girls.

Well it still could be that they have more female ponies made as stock backgound characters and therefore instead of making extra male ponies just for one song they pair up the spares.

It was just an idea, please don't hurt me.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 15, 2012, 02:04:23 am


While possible, it would seem to defeat the purpose of the scene. Sweetie Bell is singing about how almost everypony has that Very Special Somepony in their life. And then it pans out, and you see a lot of ponies coupled together--the Crusaders being the only example of more than two ponies being near each other.

It just so happens that if you take the time to look, most of those couples were made up of two girls.

Well it still could be that they have more female ponies made as stock backgound characters and therefore instead of making extra male ponies just for one song they pair up the spares.

It was just an idea, please don't hurt me.

Again, it's possible. But if they took the time to specifically include Doctor Whooves and Derpy, not to mention Bon Bon and Lyra, it doesn't feel like an accident. And there are other male ponies on the scene that are part of couples, but there's also just a noticeable number of two-girl pairings.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 15, 2012, 03:32:39 am
Caramel is paired with blues in an overhead shot, but later with a girlfriend in the song.  Hm...

*rubs chin*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 15, 2012, 04:15:10 am
Caramel is paired with blues in an overhead shot, but later with a girlfriend in the song.  Hm...

*rubs chin*

He's a playa
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 15, 2012, 09:46:14 am
Lyra & Bon Bon are best couple in Ponyville, hands down.
(http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lq8ienkGTA1r0qpm0o1_500.png)
The fan-wank... dear gawd, the fan-wank...  :o



While possible, it would seem to defeat the purpose of the scene. Sweetie Bell is singing about how almost everypony has that Very Special Somepony in their life. And then it pans out, and you see a lot of ponies coupled together--the Crusaders being the only example of more than two ponies being near each other.

It just so happens that if you take the time to look, most of those couples were made up of two girls.

Well it still could be that they have more female ponies made as stock backgound characters and therefore instead of making extra male ponies just for one song they pair up the spares.

It was just an idea, please don't hurt me.

Again, it's possible. But if they took the time to specifically include Doctor Whooves and Derpy, not to mention Bon Bon and Lyra, it doesn't feel like an accident. And there are other male ponies on the scene that are part of couples, but there's also just a noticeable number of two-girl pairings.
I find it more likely the animators grabbed ponies at random for most things, rather than any specific relationship agenda.  :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 15, 2012, 11:19:34 am
Yeah, it's more likely that the ponies were paired up by random.
Also anyone one else creeped out by the face on the pony in the jelly, I don't know why it just creeps me out.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on February 15, 2012, 11:25:50 am
Whether or not all the mare/mare pairings are intentional, it does leave room for interesting interpretations. More important plot devices have been born of authors just rolling with an initially-unintended detail.

Also anyone one else creeped out by the face on the pony in the jelly, I don't know why it just creeps me out.
Yeah, they’re having fun with that over on Memebase.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 15, 2012, 01:16:39 pm
Whether or not all the mare/mare pairings are intentional, it does leave room for interesting interpretations. More important plot devices have been born of authors just rolling with an initially-unintended detail.
My main point is I'm 99.99999% certain any speculation is purely fan interpretation. The animator crew, I highly doubt, puts much thought into it.

Besides, with mares outnumbering stallions by about 4 to 1, what else are they gonna do? /hypocritical aside
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on February 15, 2012, 01:32:50 pm
Whether or not all the mare/mare pairings are intentional, it does leave room for interesting interpretations. More important plot devices have been born of authors just rolling with an initially-unintended detail.
My main point is I'm 99.99999% certain any speculation is purely fan interpretation. The animator crew, I highly doubt, puts much thought into it.
They put a lot of thought into most aspects of this series, why not here?

Quote
Besides, with mares outnumbering stallions by about 4 to 1, what else are they gonna do? /hypocritical aside
More or less my thoughts on the matter.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 15, 2012, 01:56:24 pm
Whether or not all the mare/mare pairings are intentional, it does leave room for interesting interpretations. More important plot devices have been born of authors just rolling with an initially-unintended detail.
My main point is I'm 99.99999% certain any speculation is purely fan interpretation. The animator crew, I highly doubt, puts much thought into it.
They put a lot of thought into most aspects of this series, why not here?

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Besides, with mares outnumbering stallions by about 4 to 1, what else are they gonna do? /hypocritical aside
More or less my thoughts on the matter.
OK, how about this - I prefer to take overall take Faust's stance on the matter and not think about most sex-based issues, in relation to the show. Dwelling over-much on pairings seems awkward to me.

I hope I'm not coming off homophobic or anything. I have no issue with a kids show giving gay couples an appearance of normality. I just really cling to the innocence of the show, and most shipping veers away from, well, innocent hand, er, hoof holding.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 15, 2012, 02:32:24 pm
But... it was an entire episode dealing with romantic relationships. And I never mentioned a thing about sex. It just seemed that Ponyville has a whole heck of a lot of lesbian couples. And I only even noticed that because I checked to see if that really was Doctor Whooves and Derpy in that scene. It just so happens the same scene had Bon Bon and Lyra, plus about three other lesbian couples.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on February 15, 2012, 04:20:29 pm
Also anyone one else creeped out by the face on the pony in the jelly, I don't know why it just creeps me out.
Yeah, they’re having fun with that over on Memebase.

I was hoping this would be the case the instant I saw the guy. "This guy has GOT to become a new meme, or I've lost all faith in the fanbase".
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 15, 2012, 05:30:54 pm
Query to Nick:  Are you on Ponychan as Nicknack?

Query to everypony else:  Anypony interested in laying out where they are, so we could possibly have pony meetups or plan to hit a con?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 15, 2012, 05:32:51 pm
no, I've never been on ponychan even.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 15, 2012, 05:34:21 pm
'kay, thanks.  There's somepony that does fic reviews there that goes by 'Nicknack'... I was wondering if you were one and the same.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on February 15, 2012, 05:39:10 pm
Tai is here:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v203/andsean/Other/Tai-Land.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 15, 2012, 05:49:33 pm
I live in western Nebraska.  If you want more details, hit me up through a PM.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 15, 2012, 06:43:10 pm
I live New York, right in the heart of the mid hudson valley.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 15, 2012, 07:58:02 pm
ditto with the mid-hudson valley here.  Saugerties, specifically.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 16, 2012, 11:15:15 am
But... it was an entire episode dealing with romantic relationships. And I never mentioned a thing about sex. It just seemed that Ponyville has a whole heck of a lot of lesbian couples. And I only even noticed that because I checked to see if that really was Doctor Whooves and Derpy in that scene. It just so happens the same scene had Bon Bon and Lyra, plus about three other lesbian couples.
I know you said nothing about sex. It's just labeling relationships and shipping, regardless of intent, well... it goes places. I've investigated all things pony, and I have seen things I'd rather not.

As far as the episode's theme, well yeah it was about relationships, but there was also a funeral being held, kids playing video games, etc ("This one's too young, this one's too old..."). It was basically a busy day outside, and yes couples were out in full force.

I'm just saying, have your fun with it, but don't overspeculate.

My location is in Wisconsin. Near the Mississippi. Somewhere. >_> PM if anypony wants specifics, but if EQDaily has taught me anything, I need to go to the Cities or Green Bay to find fellows.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 17, 2012, 01:42:18 am
So yeah.  Daymn.  Ponies are hot stuff.

http://tvbythenumbers.zap2it.com/2012/02/16/my-little-pony-friendship-is-magic-fan-favorite-mare-a-thon-boosts-the-hub/120230/
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 17, 2012, 02:27:40 am
So yeah.  Daymn.  Ponies are hot stuff.

http://tvbythenumbers.zap2it.com/2012/02/16/my-little-pony-friendship-is-magic-fan-favorite-mare-a-thon-boosts-the-hub/120230/

Further proof that Hasbro needs to start making merch for us bronies, if this is what we do for their ratings.

I'll take an Appledash shirt, please.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 17, 2012, 11:48:55 am
I want a Derpy Hooves figure.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 17, 2012, 12:43:45 pm
I want a Derpy Hooves figure.
I want a pets pack. And Doctor Whooves. And Big Macintosh. And Discord. And Nightmare Moon. And Rarity clothing set with all her outfits from "Sweet and Elite". And Cutie Mark Crusaders stage set in full costume, with fully collapsing décor.

>_>

<_<

What?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: deadpandoubter on February 17, 2012, 04:43:42 pm
I have a Rainbow Dash...now if only the stores around here would stock any other ponies I actually RECOGNIZE instead of this Fiddledeedoo Hooves or whatever the fuck these randomass ponies are.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 17, 2012, 04:49:14 pm
I have a Rainbow Dash...now if only the stores around here would stock any other ponies I actually RECOGNIZE instead of this Fiddledeedoo Hooves or whatever the fuck these randomass ponies are.

They probably do. The more recognizable ponies simply sell much, much faster. It's kind of a given that your average little kid is going to buy a Twilight figure a lot quicker some random background pony. Even the more recognizable background characters like Derpy or Lyra are only really recognizable in the older "brony" crowd, which despite its size is still dwarfed considerably by the target audience of pre-teen girls who OMG PONIES.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 17, 2012, 05:49:08 pm
I have a Rainbow Dash...now if only the stores around here would stock any other ponies I actually RECOGNIZE instead of this Fiddledeedoo Hooves or whatever the fuck these randomass ponies are.

Oh wow.  I just had an idea.  Fanfiction/fanart of the ponies that appear in toys that are perhaps less recognized.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: deadpandoubter on February 17, 2012, 06:12:17 pm
I have a Rainbow Dash...now if only the stores around here would stock any other ponies I actually RECOGNIZE instead of this Fiddledeedoo Hooves or whatever the fuck these randomass ponies are.

They probably do. The more recognizable ponies simply sell much, much faster. It's kind of a given that your average little kid is going to buy a Twilight figure a lot quicker some random background pony. Even the more recognizable background characters like Derpy or Lyra are only really recognizable in the older "brony" crowd, which despite its size is still dwarfed considerably by the target audience of pre-teen girls who OMG PONIES.

So what you're saying is, I need to stake out the joint and wait for the new shipments? Hmmmmm.

@B-Man: I have my doubts that these ponies are actual background ponies in teh show as opposed to random-ass, generated bullshit. :/
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 17, 2012, 06:16:23 pm
So what you're saying is, I need to stake out the joint and wait for the new shipments? Hmmmmm.

@B-Man: I have my doubts that these ponies are actual background ponies in teh show as opposed to random-ass, generated bullshit. :/

So?  How does that deny them from getting fanart or fanfiction?  I mean, background characters have had their stories fleshed out.  Why not these poor things?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 17, 2012, 06:17:56 pm
So what you're saying is, I need to stake out the joint and wait for the new shipments? Hmmmmm.

Or at the very least, ask an employee when they expect the next shipment of MLP merchandise. Since stocking shelves is a big part of the job, almost any employee in the proper department should be familiar with the schedule. And if not, a manager should be able to find the information.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 18, 2012, 12:31:38 am
I have a Rainbow Dash...now if only the stores around here would stock any other ponies I actually RECOGNIZE instead of this Fiddledeedoo Hooves or whatever the fuck these randomass ponies are.
I'll have you know Blossomforth has a wonderful personality... that I made up.

Because I do that.  :-\

So what you're saying is, I need to stake out the joint and wait for the new shipments? Hmmmmm.

Or at the very least, ask an employee when they expect the next shipment of MLP merchandise. Since stocking shelves is a big part of the job, almost any employee in the proper department should be familiar with the schedule. And if not, a manager should be able to find the information.
Heads up, Target stores only know what's coming on the next shipment. It allows for the Distribution Center, which decides what product to send, to respond to sudden sell-outs of certain products.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on February 18, 2012, 10:36:38 am
<3

I have been waiting for that song for a while now, and it was great to see it in an episode. And we got about three or four other songs as a bonus. =3

Also, I would totally buy a '80s Jazzercise Pinkie Pie. I would buy one of it. Because, really, why would I need more, from a display point of view?

Pinkie is so huggable, and never moreso than this episode. I want so badly for her to be real so we can be friends. >w>
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 18, 2012, 10:40:51 am
<3

I have been waiting for that song for a while now, and it was great to see it in an episode. And we got about three or four other songs as a bonus. =3

Also, I would totally buy a '80s Jazzercise Pinkie Pie. I would buy one of it. Because, really, why would I need more, from a display point of view?

Pinkie is so huggable, and never moreso than this episode. I want so badly for her to be real so we can be friends. >w>

Ditto. This episode is another reason why I LOVE Pinkie Pie, and she's the BEST PONY!! Also did anyone catch Derpy in the snowglobe??
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 18, 2012, 11:02:36 am
<3

I have been waiting for that song for a while now, and it was great to see it in an episode. And we got about three or four other songs as a bonus. =3

Also, I would totally buy a '80s Jazzercise Pinkie Pie. I would buy one of it. Because, really, why would I need more, from a display point of view?

Pinkie is so huggable, and never moreso than this episode. I want so badly for her to be real so we can be friends. >w>

Ditto. This episode is another reason why I LOVE Pinkie Pie, and she's the BEST PONY!! Also did anyone catch Derpy in the snowglobe??

I caught Derpy with my eyes as well.  She was flying upside down as I recall.

I have to say that it was neat to see Pinkie redeem herself through her freakish memory - Chekov's skill?  Honestly though, I shared Twilight's sentiment more than a little.

Also, Rainbow Dash was in the library reading the Griffin's Goblet.  She was about halfway done.  Yay continuity nods! :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 18, 2012, 11:08:57 am
I caught Derpy with my eyes as well.  She was flying upside down as I recall.

I have to say that it was neat to see Pinkie redeem herself through her freakish memory - Chekov's skill?  Honestly though, I shared Twilight's sentiment more than a little.

Also, Rainbow Dash was in the library reading the Griffin's Goblet.  She was about halfway done.  Yay continuity nods! :D

I saw that too with Rainbow Dash. I'm kind of shocked I spotted Derpy right away this time around, I'm usually the last one to spot her.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 18, 2012, 12:02:04 pm
The moral of today's episode: If you're painfully annoying for long enough, people will become your friend.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 18, 2012, 12:08:33 pm
The moral of today's episode: If you're painfully annoying for long enough, people will become your friend.

Oh, you.  That wasn't the Aesop at all. XD  Speaking of the Aesop, nobody can bitch about Celestia not getting letters anymore.  It was voiced over, but dammit, it was a letter!

Also, I finally caught the cold opening and bit after that I missed because of sleeping to 9:04 today. XD
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 18, 2012, 12:22:09 pm
It certainly seemed like it to me. Pinkie Pie annoys the poor old man to no end, snoops through his personal belongings, destroys his property on more than one occasion, and yet faces absolutely no consequences because she manages to not fuck up one thing. One thing that would have happened sooner or later anyway with both donkeys living in the same small town.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 18, 2012, 12:28:46 pm
It certainly seemed like it to me. Pinkie Pie annoys the poor old man to no end, snoops through his personal belongings, destroys his property on more than one occasion, and yet faces absolutely no consequences because she manages to not fuck up one thing. One thing that would have happened sooner or later anyway with both donkeys living in the same small town.

My Little Pony:  Teaching the virtue of forgiveness better than most religions!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 18, 2012, 12:31:31 pm
It certainly seemed like it to me. Pinkie Pie annoys the poor old man to no end, snoops through his personal belongings, destroys his property on more than one occasion, and yet faces absolutely no consequences because she manages to not fuck up one thing. One thing that would have happened sooner or later anyway with both donkeys living in the same small town.

My Little Pony:  Teaching the virtue of forgiveness better than most religions!

While I get that, there's kind of a limit. Pinkie should be in jail for everything she did to Cranky.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 18, 2012, 03:51:02 pm
It certainly seemed like it to me. Pinkie Pie annoys the poor old man to no end, snoops through his personal belongings, destroys his property on more than one occasion, and yet faces absolutely no consequences because she manages to not fuck up one thing. One thing that would have happened sooner or later anyway with both donkeys living in the same small town.

My Little Pony:  Teaching the virtue of forgiveness better than most religions!

While I get that, there's kind of a limit. Pinkie should be in jail for everything she did to Cranky.
Destruction of private property usually results in a lawsuit.

She learned someponies don't like to be bothered like that. It was right in the letter. She kinda learned her lesson, and was properly rebuffed by Cranky. I don't think there was anything to worry about at all.  :'(
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 18, 2012, 03:56:07 pm
It certainly seemed like it to me. Pinkie Pie annoys the poor old man to no end, snoops through his personal belongings, destroys his property on more than one occasion, and yet faces absolutely no consequences because she manages to not fuck up one thing. One thing that would have happened sooner or later anyway with both donkeys living in the same small town.

My Little Pony:  Teaching the virtue of forgiveness better than most religions!

While I get that, there's kind of a limit. Pinkie should be in jail for everything she did to Cranky.
Destruction of private property usually results in a lawsuit.

She learned someponies don't like to be bothered like that. It was right in the letter. She kinda learned her lesson, and was properly rebuffed by Cranky. I don't think there was anything to worry about at all.  :'(

But there's also the stalking, breaking into his home, and the massive invasion of privacy by snooping through his private materials...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 18, 2012, 04:08:39 pm
It certainly seemed like it to me. Pinkie Pie annoys the poor old man to no end, snoops through his personal belongings, destroys his property on more than one occasion, and yet faces absolutely no consequences because she manages to not fuck up one thing. One thing that would have happened sooner or later anyway with both donkeys living in the same small town.

My Little Pony:  Teaching the virtue of forgiveness better than most religions!

While I get that, there's kind of a limit. Pinkie should be in jail for everything she did to Cranky.
Destruction of private property usually results in a lawsuit.

She learned someponies don't like to be bothered like that. It was right in the letter. She kinda learned her lesson, and was properly rebuffed by Cranky. I don't think there was anything to worry about at all.  :'(

But there's also the stalking, breaking into his home, and the massive invasion of privacy by snooping through his private materials...
Sweet Celestia,... Look, she's an exaggeration of overly hyper and interested people. I had a friend in college who would follow you everywhere unless you were very, VERY blunt, follow you into your room unless you were the same. The exaggeration is hyperbole that is appropriately frowned upon in the magical pony-filled world.

The aesop at the end specifically specified that some people want to be left alone and to listen to them, thus indicating to anyone that Pinkie Pie's actions were WRONG.

It was a silly episode with a good lesson. Pinkie's aggressiveness did NOT work. What worked was her simply stopping to think and help someone.

If you are intending this analysis in a more lighthearted manner than I'm interpreting, I apologize and will excuse myself from discussion. I don't find overanalysis of the series that interesting, as my overeaction to shipping has shown.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v158/Entertainer13/derpy_approved_by_ambris-d4bv8qn.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 18, 2012, 04:17:56 pm
Yes, it was mostly meant to be lighthearted. Of course, it doesn't help that I'm not too fond of Pinkie Pie, so I'd have liked to see some actual long-term consequences to her overbearing actions.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 18, 2012, 05:37:00 pm
Yes, it was mostly meant to be lighthearted. Of course, it doesn't help that I'm not too fond of Pinkie Pie, so I'd have liked to see some actual long-term consequences to her overbearing actions.
The long-term consequence is that she has to restrain herself! Duh! :P

EDIT: And now I just has a drama queen breakdown. Oh, Rarity, what have you done to me? This is...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Vfa6HXsccE
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on February 18, 2012, 09:06:17 pm
While I did find Pinkie slightly annoying I loved the song and the felt thought bubble. 
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 18, 2012, 09:21:56 pm
PINKIE PIE IS BEST PONY OF ALL PONIES

Also, today we learned that when Pinkie is overloaded with happiness she explodes into fireworks. wat.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 18, 2012, 10:30:36 pm
PINKIE PIE IS BEST PONY OF ALL PONIES

Also, today we learned that when Pinkie is overloaded with happiness she explodes into fireworks. wat.

THIS x 1 million ;D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 19, 2012, 10:39:39 pm
Ok, Who is every brony's favorite CMC??
I like all three, but it's a tie between Sweetie Belle & Scootaloo for my favorite.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on February 19, 2012, 11:04:20 pm
Scootaloo
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 19, 2012, 11:33:43 pm
At the moment, it's Applebloom. I realize she gets a lot more screen time, but I just tend to like her more in general.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on February 19, 2012, 11:35:33 pm
I gotta go with Scootaloo. She really needs an episode to herself. She's got the most mysterious origins, in that we don't know anything about her beyond "World's Biggest Rainbow Dash Fan" yet.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 19, 2012, 11:43:41 pm
I gotta go with Scootaloo. She really needs an episode to herself. She's got the most mysterious origins, in that we don't know anything about her beyond "World's Biggest Rainbow Dash Fan" yet.
I agree good ol' Scoots needs an episode. Seriously!

My fave is Sweetie Belle. I love the fact she squeaks and seems to have to think things through a bit longer than the others.

RANDOM PONY!
(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 20, 2012, 03:14:16 am
Applebloom, no contest.  Making family and friends where you find them, like the rest of the CMC and Zecora? Sounds ideal to me.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on February 20, 2012, 11:52:24 am
This episode is another reason why I LOVE Pinkie Pie, and she's the BEST PONY!!

No. Pinkie Pie is Scariest Pony.


But there's also the stalking, breaking into his home, and the massive invasion of privacy by snooping through his private materials...

I know this little discussion has been pretty much resolved, but I just want to point out that Cranky would probably still have to press charges… :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 20, 2012, 12:11:58 pm
This episode is another reason why I LOVE Pinkie Pie, and she's the BEST PONY!!

No. Pinkie Pie is Scariest Pony.

I agree, she can be pretty scary at times
like in Party of One
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T22wxk1DSJY

and in The Last Round Up
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vSzNHxHKgxw
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Da Rat Bastid on February 20, 2012, 01:05:16 pm
(http://i0.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/newsfeed/000/253/868/225.jpg)

You're welcome. :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 20, 2012, 01:26:22 pm
You know, I always thought Pinkie looked way better with the "deflated" mane and tail.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 20, 2012, 04:14:54 pm
Dammit, Rat, I think I pulled something laughing at that.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on February 20, 2012, 09:30:24 pm
Who here has watched Friendship is Witchcraft?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIfHKfyRO5Y

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJESDE62PbE

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=682pneYoP0c
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Iczerfour on February 21, 2012, 12:26:23 am
Who here has watched Friendship is Witchcraft?

I have!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1uUa8lUIJE

*edit* removed dead youtube video
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 21, 2012, 12:33:03 am
This song seriously makes me happy as hell. I'm posting it!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mNrXMOSkBas

Yeah, I know, we all saw it, but it made my shitty job bearable today. I left work smiling because of it.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v158/Entertainer13/pinkie_pie_approved_by_ambris-d4brt.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on February 21, 2012, 12:42:27 am
Aw... so I missed the last episode :( but from what I read it seems to have been a good one.

Guess I'll have to go and look for it on Youtube or something
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 21, 2012, 01:31:16 am
Aw... so I missed the last episode :( but from what I read it seems to have been a good one.

Guess I'll have to go and look for it on Youtube or something
I'd never post a link to evil pirated materials. Gosh no.

So, um, here's a link (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/02/friend-in-deed-streamsdiscussiondownloa.html) to a really cool post at some blog about a show with equines or some such...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 21, 2012, 02:42:31 am
Aw... so I missed the last episode :( but from what I read it seems to have been a good one.

Guess I'll have to go and look for it on Youtube or something
I'd never post a link to evil pirated materials. Gosh no.

So, um, here's a link (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/02/friend-in-deed-streamsdiscussiondownloa.html) to a really cool post at some blog about a show with equines or some such...

*whistles innocently and shoves Seth and Cereal back in the closet... after making sure their horns are touching*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 21, 2012, 10:02:00 pm
You know, catching Winter Wrap-Up (which happens to be my favorite episode) the other day, I realized something that's usually hard to notice since to date there's only been two songs that involve all six of the mane cast.

But Rainbow Dash clearly has the best singing voice. Followed closely by Twilight.

I do realize that only two of the mane cast has the same VAs for voice and singing, but as far as the actual singing goes, Rainbow just seems the clear winner in quality.

Anyone have any thoughts on this to share?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 21, 2012, 10:58:06 pm
You know, catching Winter Wrap-Up (which happens to be my favorite episode) the other day, I realized something that's usually hard to notice since to date there's only been two songs that involve all six of the mane cast.

But Rainbow Dash clearly has the best singing voice. Followed closely by Twilight.

I do realize that only two of the mane cast has the same VAs for voice and singing, but as far as the actual singing goes, Rainbow just seems the clear winner in quality.

Anyone have any thoughts on this to share?

As I've heard Andrea Libman (Pinkie Pie and Fluttershy) in person... she wins.  Oh Luna's Night and Stars, she wins.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 21, 2012, 11:23:12 pm
Scootaloo is best singer! :P

Also, I really wish I was better at breaching the subject of ponies in real life.  I know this sounds like a natural problem, but I have some deeper issues.  I can't breach it to nerds who would probably watch and enjoy it.  I wasn't even able to breach the subject with my cousin when I meant her face to face for my other cousin's graduation.  I introduced her to the fucking show, and I couldn't bring myself to talk about it IRL to her.  If you're wondering, she loves the show.  She would be a safe target to discuss the show without ridicule.  I still can't bring myself to discuss it with her in person.

Celestia help me.  I'm a very overt brony online even on my Facebook page, where is where I bring up things about ponies if I do to people I know IRL.  Yet in personal encounters, the words just aren't their to start the conversation.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on February 21, 2012, 11:41:44 pm
Try something subtle. Like me, I carry my Rainbow Dash bag (http://www.welovefine.com/product.php?id_product=997) pretty much everywhere I go. (It's 20% cooler than any other bag out there.) If someone recognises it, you're in. Or, even if they just want to know what it means, there's your opening.

Of course, mine also has a couple pony figure keychains on it, which helps. =3 And also gives me something to play with if necessary. >w>
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 21, 2012, 11:46:29 pm
Try something subtle. Like me, I carry my Rainbow Dash bag (http://www.welovefine.com/product.php?id_product=997) pretty much everywhere I go. (It's 20% cooler than any other bag out there.) If someone recognises it, you're in. Or, even if they just want to know what it means, there's your opening.

Of course, mine also has a couple pony figure keychains on it, which helps. =3 And also gives me something to play with if necessary. >w>

I don't have the funds for pony related gear right now, and I have trouble trying to bring it up subtly, even if I go over what I'm going to say in my head.  I...

...FUCK, IT WOULD BE SO CATHARTIC TO HAVE A PERSONAL REAL LIFE BRONY FRIEND!

*sighs and facepalms*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 22, 2012, 12:06:00 am
Silly, Sweetie Belle is the best singer

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLbdibRyt0k
 ;D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 22, 2012, 12:33:57 am
I did specify out of the mane cast. >.>
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on February 22, 2012, 08:31:02 am
I've toyed with the idea of crocheting things in Twilight Sparkle's signature pink-and-purple. :3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 22, 2012, 10:52:22 am
I've toyed with the idea of crocheting things in Twilight Sparkle's signature pink-and-purple. :3

And you already know I'm wanting to do scarves...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yla on February 22, 2012, 11:39:54 am
This song seriously makes me happy as hell. I'm posting it!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mNrXMOSkBas

Yeah, I know, we all saw it, but it made my shitty job bearable today. I left work smiling because of it.
Aw, that song's awesome! The choir at the end!

My (non-brony) brother's reaction when I showed it to him, however, amounted to 'Kill it. With fire.'. Oh well, can't please ev... *suddenly remembers what the episode was about and giggles*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 22, 2012, 03:02:31 pm
Clearly you need to love and tolerate the shit out of your brother.

This song makes me smile smile smile XD Too good.

I can only imagine what Cranky was thinking as he walked up and saw all of that.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 22, 2012, 04:49:10 pm
I loved the song too, but every Pinkie Pie song makes me smile, smile, smile.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 22, 2012, 06:06:18 pm
That song was so amazing I actually puked a rainbow. the cat looked at me a little concerned but she got over it. good thing she didn't lick taste it though, we all though what happens then.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on February 22, 2012, 06:57:29 pm
B-Man, I know what it's like to not have anyone to talk to about your favorite subject especially with something that is considered a girls' kids' show.

I mean I am willing to discuss the show with you and all that.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 22, 2012, 11:28:15 pm
(http://chzbronies.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/my-little-pony-friendship-is-magic-brony-technically-its-both.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 23, 2012, 12:05:23 am
(http://chzbronies.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/my-little-pony-friendship-is-magic-brony-technically-its-both.jpg)

I'll keep Luna company...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 23, 2012, 12:20:29 am
You know overall, I'm not a fan of the whole "Celestia is a Tyrant" joke, but for some reason it all changes when it's Star Wars-MLP:FIM crossover joke. I really enjoy the whole "Celestia is in league with Palpatine/ Darth Vader/various other Imperial" and "Luna is aiding the Rebellion"jokes.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 23, 2012, 01:07:05 am
You know overall, I'm not a fan of the whole "Celestia is a Tyrant" joke, but for some reason it all changes when it's Star Wars-MLP:FIM crossover joke. I really enjoy the whole "Celestia is in league with Palpatine/ Darth Vader/various other Imperial" and "Luna is aiding the Rebellion"jokes.

Speaking of Tyrant!Celestia, there was a really good fic that I was reading called "The Sun Is Tired."  I don't think it's been updated in a while, but then again I've been busy enough where I haven't really checked the story updates.  Everyone fears Celestia, and it tears her up inside basically.  I like Celestia as a character.  Stories that are from her point of view, especially sad ones, are my favorites.

http://www.equestriadaily.com/2011/06/story-sun-is-tired.html
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 23, 2012, 01:55:42 am
I imagine it could be fairly lonely to be Celestia. Aside from the normal "untouchableness" of royalty, she's essentially a goddess, far more powerful than any known living creature aside from her own sister--who she didn't have by her side for 1,000 years. Her one attempt to spend a meaningful amount of time with her personal protege ending up consumed by the trappings of her station, forced to pay lip service to noble ponies she obviously cares little for on any personal level. Even her other attempt to just spend time with the people of Ponyville as a whole was cut far shorter than she would have liked.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 23, 2012, 02:50:09 am
I have another Celestia fic I really like.

http://poni.0au.de/story/2721/For-Her

Also, I like Ponify.  I've added a few holidays, and have turned "Christianity" into "The Solar Empire" and "Devil" and "Satan" into "Discord."

Ooh!  Islam should be "The Lunar Republic" and "Allah" should be "Luna."  Yes, I know that Allah and God are one in the same, but with the crescent moon and stuff, I can't resist.  Also, because I keep ponify on most of the time, I'll be able to tell the two religions apart. :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yla on February 23, 2012, 09:43:03 am
If you're interested in Celestia fics, there is also 'Eternal'.

It's an incredibly detailed look at the relationship between Celestia and Twilight, and it also touches upon the loneliness and detachment she suffers as an immortal. The last two chapters are more or less a single prolonged Tear Jerker. (oh celestia that last letter)

Would give link, but it has been hacked Tuesday already, and apparently now again. [1] (http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Fanfic/Eternal)tvtropes page, where sooner or later the reuploaded link will be edited in.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 24, 2012, 02:17:15 am
You know, catching Winter Wrap-Up (which happens to be my favorite episode) the other day, I realized something that's usually hard to notice since to date there's only been two songs that involve all six of the mane cast.

But Rainbow Dash clearly has the best singing voice. Followed closely by Twilight.

I do realize that only two of the mane cast has the same VAs for voice and singing, but as far as the actual singing goes, Rainbow just seems the clear winner in quality.

Anyone have any thoughts on this to share?
I enjoy Pinkie Pie and Rarity's the most. Mind you, their singing voices are by classically trained singers, while AJ/Dash have a more rockin' gal for their singing purposes.

None the less, Sweetie Belle has the best overall. Michelle Creber's YouTube page has her singing promo reel, and I find it impressive. Plus, it currently includes pony (at the end, for those interested).

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bjBoWdjfQak

She's been very active in the brony community, encouraging (non-creepy) interaction.

(click to show/hide)


I imagine it could be fairly lonely to be Celestia. Aside from the normal "untouchableness" of royalty, she's essentially a goddess, far more powerful than any known living creature aside from her own sister--who she didn't have by her side for 1,000 years. Her one attempt to spend a meaningful amount of time with her personal protege ending up consumed by the trappings of her station, forced to pay lip service to noble ponies she obviously cares little for on any personal level. Even her other attempt to just spend time with the people of Ponyville as a whole was cut far shorter than she would have liked.
This. I think she absolutely adores the mane cast.

None the less, I fully support Trollestia for similar reasons. Lady's bored!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 24, 2012, 02:28:43 am
Well, I find myself in an odd place.

Recently, my pony love has been raging pretty hard. I've been rewatching episodes, some multiple times in a day. It's just not enough content to keep me satisfied.

So despite what's likely my better judgment, I'm wondering if anyone could recommend some good fanfics. There are a few limits here, however: Nothing sexual in nature, though romance (especially lesbian romance) is perfectly fine. Staying true to the characters is important, and AU stories always seemed to defeat the entire purpose of fanfics for me. And of course, overall writing quality is a big factor.

I'm kind of hoping there's fanfics up to my standards out there, otherwise I'll feel compelled to start writing my own...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on February 24, 2012, 02:51:18 am
Well, long story short, Tai futzed around with some toys last weekend, and now my custom pony is up on the Tumblr based on the character. Check it out, I'm pretty excited. (http://askmeaniebelle.tumblr.com/post/18175944040/check-out-this-awesome-custom-pony)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmuOmgQgLkc
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Iczerfour on February 25, 2012, 12:09:10 am
I have been busy reading a ton of pony fics from http://www.fimfiction.net/ (http://www.fimfiction.net/).  they have some good stuff there..


 :)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 25, 2012, 12:30:46 am
Well, I was kind of hoping for some recommendations of specific works. Years of Pokemon fandom have made me just plain tired of shifting through mountains of trash to find that one fic out of a thousand that won't make me want to strangle the person who wrote it with a garotte made of dictionaries.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 25, 2012, 02:33:41 am
for suggestions of fic, here you go:

http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/02/story-white-box.html

http://www.fimfiction.net/user/Sagebrush

http://www.fimfiction.net/user/Raugos

http://www.fimfiction.net/user/Chatoyance

http://www.fimfiction.net/user/midnightshadow


Have fun, see you in a month/
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 25, 2012, 10:32:56 am
Well, hardly a month's worth of material... most of those fics are well outside of anything I have an interest in reading. The ones I did read were pretty good quality, though.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 25, 2012, 11:31:40 am
So what do you guys think of the new Derpy voice thing?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 25, 2012, 11:38:32 am
The voice thing honestly doesn't bother me much. The original voice honestly made her sound retarded. As in, actually mentally challenged. When when you consider her entire role in that story was being "the pony that destroyed town hall" it could be seen as rather insensitive/offensive.

I am, however, disappointed that they edited out RD calling her by name.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 25, 2012, 11:59:05 am
I am, however, disappointed that they edited out RD calling her by name.

Ditto

the "new voice" doesn't bother me, actually it's the new voice that I always imagined she had to begin with. It's the whole editing out her name that bothers me.  Stupid asshats that have ruin shit for the rest of us. Also some bronies need to grow the fuck up, with this "whole I hate this episode now,it looks as if they underped her eyes/ I feel like the episode been raped"bs. They look just as bad as the people who were bitching about her to begin with.
(http://chzbronies.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/my-little-pony-friendship-is-magic-brony-dont-anger-twilight.jpg)
Question: Is this new edit going to be the one on the DVD that comes out at the end of the month??
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 25, 2012, 01:02:42 pm
I think people are forgetting that the episode is supposed to be about Applejack, and that even with this change, there's still plenty of funny moments and a fun plot.

Also, I wonder how much smaller the change might be if Tabitha had known Derpy was a girl.  I'd bet the un-derping of the eyes and the name removal would be the only change.

I think the voice is a lot closer to fan voices I've heard.  I'm a bit disappointed, as I think the redubbing sounds a little less passionate, but I'll deal with it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 25, 2012, 01:11:11 pm
I'm more bothered by their removing most of the derped eyes. Instead of her coming across as silly, she just seems clumsy, and now I feel bad for her and am not amused.

The voice is fine, however.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 25, 2012, 01:17:27 pm
A lot of fans are overreacting at best, It's not like they're not going to derp her eyes for future episodes, one of the animators says that she's fine in that respect (http://kreoss.deviantart.com/journal/Derpy-287023334). Just when I thought I seen the worse of this shit in other fandoms(Star Wars in particular), this comes along.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 25, 2012, 01:34:23 pm
A lot of fans are overreacting at best, It's not like they're not going to derp her eyes for future episodes, one of the animators says that she's fine in that respect (http://kreoss.deviantart.com/journal/Derpy-287023334). Just when I thought I seen the worse of this shit in other fandoms(Star Wars in particular), this comes along.
I'm perturbed, but I appreciate EQDaily is trying to keep things sane. But the rants... Oh, sweet Celestia, the rants.

This is why we can't have nice things.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v158/Entertainer13/3ybrl.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 25, 2012, 02:07:14 pm
/facepalm

They seriously did that?

I mean, the series isn't "ruined forever" by it, but...

Ugh.  Damn whiners can't leave well enough alone :-/

*doesn't blame Hub or Hasbro or any of the staff in any way, shape, or form for this*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 25, 2012, 03:19:06 pm
Eh, my only real complaint is the name issue. "Derpy" isn't some word that calls out a specific group of people or anything. I think the voice is fine, and don't even mind if her eyes aren't crossed in every single scene. She's just a clumsy pony that is highly prone to mishaps. I just don't see they felt the need to edit out her name when her name isn't offensive.

Though, I suppose I could also complain that I haven't gotten more fic suggestions... I really won't wanna wade through a mountain of clopfics and garbage to find the ones worth reading...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 25, 2012, 03:44:00 pm
I'm mostly irked over the fact Hasbro caved at all, while everypony else was going "We like this portrayal of Derpy, even if Tabitha St. Germaine kinda messed up the voice, but that's okay."

This really is why we can't have nice things... maybe this upcoming episode with Fluttershy will help.  Especially if they get R. Lee Ermey to do Iron Will's voice.  Or, failing that, The Rock.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on February 25, 2012, 08:03:00 pm
I just don't understand what went wrong ...with Derpy's original portrayal.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 25, 2012, 08:31:13 pm
I'm mostly irked over the fact Hasbro caved at all, while everypony else was going "We like this portrayal of Derpy, even if Tabitha St. Germaine kinda messed up the voice, but that's okay."

This really is why we can't have nice things... maybe this upcoming episode with Fluttershy will help.  Especially if they get R. Lee Ermey to do Iron Will's voice.  Or, failing that, The Rock.

Dude, spoilers!  I mean, I've read the synopsis at this point thanks to My Little Brony and their lack of spoilers on the stream of pictures.  Still, you could use spoiler tags.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 25, 2012, 09:41:32 pm
I'm mostly irked over the fact Hasbro caved at all, while everypony else was going "We like this portrayal of Derpy, even if Tabitha St. Germaine kinda messed up the voice, but that's okay."

This really is why we can't have nice things... maybe this upcoming episode with Fluttershy will help.  Especially if they get R. Lee Ermey to do Iron Will's voice.  Or, failing that, The Rock.

Dude, spoilers!  I mean, I've read the synopsis at this point thanks to My Little Brony and their lack of spoilers on the stream of pictures.  Still, you could use spoiler tags.

Er, what spoilers? That's just the fandom's personal desire, that's all. O.o
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on February 25, 2012, 09:46:13 pm
Just Saw H&H.

And now I know it was possible for a love potion to have been responsible for the reign of Discord.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on February 25, 2012, 09:47:49 pm
I'm mostly irked over the fact Hasbro caved at all, while everypony else was going "We like this portrayal of Derpy, even if Tabitha St. Germaine kinda messed up the voice, but that's okay."

This really is why we can't have nice things... maybe this upcoming episode with Fluttershy will help.  Especially if they get R. Lee Ermey to do Iron Will's voice.  Or, failing that, The Rock.

Dude, spoilers!  I mean, I've read the synopsis at this point thanks to My Little Brony and their lack of spoilers on the stream of pictures.  Still, you could use spoiler tags.

Er, what spoilers? That's just the fandom's personal desire, that's all. O.o

Spoilers on the upcoming episode synopsis, I suppose.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 25, 2012, 11:29:57 pm
I'm mostly irked over the fact Hasbro caved at all, while everypony else was going "We like this portrayal of Derpy, even if Tabitha St. Germaine kinda messed up the voice, but that's okay."

This really is why we can't have nice things... maybe this upcoming episode with Fluttershy will help.  Especially if they get R. Lee Ermey to do Iron Will's voice.  Or, failing that, The Rock.

Dude, spoilers!  I mean, I've read the synopsis at this point thanks to My Little Brony and their lack of spoilers on the stream of pictures.  Still, you could use spoiler tags.

Er, what spoilers? That's just the fandom's personal desire, that's all. O.o

Spoilers on the upcoming episode synopsis, I suppose.

Spoilers!

(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 26, 2012, 12:44:05 am
I keep forgetting not everypony frequents EqD (or in my case, has it as their home page).  We hear about upcoming episodes... usually two, three weeks in advance.  We have another Fluttershy episode coming up, a Spike-centric episode (with world-building!) ... Hasbro loves us.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 26, 2012, 12:50:15 am
I don't really spend a lot of time on the site, mostly because the format makes navigating it rather painful. They really should work on that.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 26, 2012, 01:00:26 am
We don't have any choice, Yae.  That's Blogger's formatting, and the best we can do.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 26, 2012, 01:04:38 am
I'd think the site would be big enough to move beyond something like Blogger by now. o.o; And certainly there'd be no shortage of willing hooves to handle coding a new site.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 26, 2012, 01:06:13 am
I don't really spend a lot of time on the site, mostly because the format makes navigating it rather painful. They really should work on that.
My only issue is that do not make full use of tagging. I'd love it if when, for instance, a news post popped up that Derpy centric, I could click a Derpy tag and have all the news posts about the derpy crisis pop up. Instead, most of the tags are broad and don't help when mining for info on a particular thread of news. Therefore, if I've been gone from the site for a few days, I have to glean info from a vague, later news post and comments... or spend forever going through other posts. The search engine isn't also too accurate on this, since it will grab any post with the keywords, and that can be... problematic with the plethora of posts each day.

Meh, white wine.  ;D

I'd think the site would be big enough to move beyond something like Blogger by now. o.o; And certainly there'd be no shortage of willing hooves to handle coding a new site.
A new site would require funding beyond the small fee for forwarding from EquestriaDaily dot com. Considering the traffic size, I do NOT want to know what their bandwith charges would be.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 26, 2012, 01:23:32 am
A new site would require funding beyond the small fee for forwarding from EquestriaDaily dot com. Considering the traffic size, I do NOT want to know what their bandwith charges would be.

A valid point. But it's still kind of a turn off that the best source of pony news is basically impossible to navigate with any sort of certainty. I seriously can't find what I want the vast majority of the time.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 26, 2012, 02:37:23 am
Yeah, it's purely from a cash standpoint, or (as Seth put it back at BroNYcon September) we would have probably moved to a proper, non-Blogger site around the 50 mil mark.

He actually showed a few of us pre-readers the stats once.  The sheer amount of bandwidth would run into the multiple-hundreds-of-dollars per month, pretty much without trying.

We are for pony what Fark is for news.  Which means so much bandwidth that Celestia and Luna would have a hard time lifting it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 26, 2012, 02:41:18 am
Even with that many visitors, there's no way to make up the hosting costs with advertising and such?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 26, 2012, 02:48:37 am
Not by a long shot.  The advertising bucks Seth gets back accounts for what would be roughly 18% of what he'd actually need to pay the bandwidth, as memory serves.  He'd need donation drives monthly just to cover bandwidth, and he's not willing to harrass the EqD userbase for it.  So, on Blogger we stay, until a better option comes up.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 26, 2012, 02:55:11 am
Well, that is a little disappointing to hear. I understand there's no helping it, but trying to navigate the site if you don't visit it every day really is just a massive headache. ;.;
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on February 26, 2012, 09:51:22 am
The new scene is horrid and ironically IMO by fixing her eyes she becomes more offensive
since now she seems like an idiot rather then a normal person with a vision problem
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 26, 2012, 12:19:22 pm
The new scene is horrid and ironically IMO by fixing her eyes she becomes more offensive
since now she seems like an idiot rather then a normal person with a vision problem

Uhm... she's supposed to be an idiot. Her name is Derpy. She was sitting there bouncing up and down on a storm cloud. In the middle of town. After being told to stop.

The problem is, the original scene made her come across as retarded instead of just klutzy and prone to disaster. The only change I really disagreed with was taking out her name.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 26, 2012, 05:11:52 pm
I keep forgetting not everypony frequents EqD (or in my case, has it as their home page).  We hear about upcoming episodes... usually two, three weeks in advance.  We have another Fluttershy episode coming up, a Spike-centric episode (with world-building!) ... Hasbro loves us.

I like EqD, and I frequent it.  I just don't click past the break for new episode announcements, because I want to avoid the synopses for as long as I can.  I usually see it on FB from the MLP page about a day before the episode airs. XD
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 26, 2012, 05:38:33 pm
It's no different than an episode synopsis on TV Guide, B.  It's all we get for upcoming episode info.  That's it.  We don't get spoilers... well, unless you count the early release of Hearts and Hooves day on Itunes...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 27, 2012, 12:20:38 am
Not by a long shot.  The advertising bucks Seth gets back accounts for what would be roughly 18% of what he'd actually need to pay the bandwidth, as memory serves.  He'd need donation drives monthly just to cover bandwidth, and he's not willing to harrass the EqD userbase for it.  So, on Blogger we stay, until a better option comes up.

Have you looked at the host NearlyFreeSpeech.net? I pay next to nothing for hosting of my site. Mind you, I get low bandwith use. I just know they have some of the better rates because, well, they give you no editing tools or what have you. You need someone to build a stie entirely from scratch (or use another program, but whatever.)
It's no different than an episode synopsis on TV Guide, B.  It's all we get for upcoming episode info.  That's it.  We don't get spoilers... well, unless you count the early release of Hearts and Hooves day on Itunes...
NOT AN ACTUAL EPISODE DESCRIPTION:

It's usually nothing more than this, B:

The Great and Humble (Air Date - 9/10/2099): The Great and Powerful Trixie returns to Ponyville claiming to have mended her ways, but will anypony trust her?


That's about it. If that seriously insn't something you want, then keep doing what'cha doing.  ;D

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v158/Entertainer13/the_great_and_powerful_trixie_appro.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 27, 2012, 12:27:15 am
@e13, I love your Pony approval seals
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 27, 2012, 01:45:46 am
e13:  Seth would be proud of you.

Nick:  Those were also posted on EqD some days back.  Here you go:  http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/02/pony-approved-badges.html
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 27, 2012, 09:14:48 am
Yeah, I snatched them up immediately! :D I encourage others to do the same and spread pony far and wide!.. Well, farther and wider than we already have... Where isn't pony these days? It's across the States, Canada, Australia, Europe... I don't know about chunks of Africa, South America and I don't think we own all of Asia yet... Hmm...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: affirmedatheist on February 28, 2012, 06:36:37 am
Yeah, I snatched them up immediately! :D I encourage others to do the same and spread pony far and wide!.. Well, farther and wider than we already have... Where isn't pony these days? It's across the States, Canada, Australia, Europe... I don't know about chunks of Africa, South America and I don't think we own all of Asia yet... Hmm...

Indeed.

Oh gosh, when Japan gets a hold of it, things could get weird.

...Not that I'm not a living example of pony weirdness or anything.

>.>
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yla on February 28, 2012, 12:18:15 pm
How is it that so many stories on eqD are [Grimdark]? (4/4 in today's updates) The originality of contrasting the kids'-show setting with gory themes has worn off by now, but apparently people still aren't fed up with it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 28, 2012, 01:00:12 pm
Dark is fun!  ::)

Sadness time. I don't know if any of you read Sister Claire by Yamino, however... when the "Last Roundup" came out, she stated she didn't care for the portrayal of Derpy, thinking some could find it offensive.

She immediately got flamed, hard, but it died down.

No, with the current... drama, check this out.

http://forum.deviantart.com/devart/suggestions/1703732/ (http://forum.deviantart.com/devart/suggestions/1703732/)

She's been driven to ask for the ability to directly block commentators, due to thousands of people flooding her deviant art page with hate. They're blaming one web comic artist, with a somewhat decent web profile, for "ruining" Derpy.

Love and Friendship indeed. She had an opinion and she's being badgered for it. None the less, she still seems to like the show.  :-\
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 28, 2012, 01:06:59 pm
I've heard that she's been getting a lot of hate, I watch a lot of pony related stuff on DA, and most of the groups are telling their watchers & members to stop the shit.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 28, 2012, 01:12:31 pm
How is it that so many stories on eqD are [Grimdark]? (4/4 in today's updates) The originality of contrasting the kids'-show setting with gory themes has worn off by now, but apparently people still aren't fed up with it.

Execution is more important than genre.  Also, you have to remember that the show has well-developed characters, and many Grimdark writers like to take advantage of those personalities by putting ponies in less than ideal situations that the show would never be able to properly cover.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 28, 2012, 01:22:30 pm
How is it that so many stories on eqD are [Grimdark]? (4/4 in today's updates) The originality of contrasting the kids'-show setting with gory themes has worn off by now, but apparently people still aren't fed up with it.

Execution is more important than genre.  Also, you have to remember that the show has well-developed characters, and many Grimdark writers like to take advantage of those personalities by putting ponies in less than ideal situations that the show would never be able to properly cover.

Thankfully. I could barely handle the Discord episode!

I'm an odd bunny. I watch slasher movies for fun, but make Twilight Sparkle sad and I fall apart. :(
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 28, 2012, 01:37:52 pm
I don't mind dark stories. Sad times are a part of life, and what give the happy times meaning. But when a story is dark just to be dark, like everyone dying at the end for no good reason, it just feels kind of pointless.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 28, 2012, 03:30:24 pm
You think that's a lot of Grimdark? you should have seen the fic queue in October... we once got 76 fics in one day.  37 of them were grimdark.  EIGHT in a ROW were grimdark.  It nearly made three of us quit.

And Grimdark's popular because of the pile of trash that is Fallout: Equestria.  No, we're not kidding.  We didn't have this problem before we stupidly agreed to post that fic.

Then Kkat, the author, has the damn nerve to tell us that A., we're wrong in our assessments of most fics, and B., she can do our job better than our collective 30+ plots can.

/Bitter, me?
//Oh, you betcha
/// By Celestia's Beard, We Do Not Like Her.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 28, 2012, 03:32:22 pm
I'm pretty sure I'd find it hard to like anyone who wrote a fic called Fallout: Equestria. Never read it, but I have a pretty good feeling it isn't worth reading to begin with.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Da Rat Bastid on February 28, 2012, 04:27:56 pm
You think that's a lot of Grimdark? you should have seen the fic queue in October... we once got 76 fics in one day.  37 of them were grimdark.  EIGHT in a ROW were grimdark.  It nearly made three of us quit.

And Grimdark's popular because of the pile of trash that is Fallout: Equestria.  No, we're not kidding.  We didn't have this problem before we stupidly agreed to post that fic.

Then Kkat, the author, has the damn nerve to tell us that A., we're wrong in our assessments of most fics, and B., she can do our job better than our collective 30+ plots can.

/Bitter, me?
//Oh, you betcha
/// By Celestia's Beard, We Do Not Like Her.

So, you wouldn't want to read my upcoming MLP 40k story, then? :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 28, 2012, 05:15:26 pm
You think that's a lot of Grimdark? you should have seen the fic queue in October... we once got 76 fics in one day.  37 of them were grimdark.  EIGHT in a ROW were grimdark.  It nearly made three of us quit.

And Grimdark's popular because of the pile of trash that is Fallout: Equestria.  No, we're not kidding.  We didn't have this problem before we stupidly agreed to post that fic.

Then Kkat, the author, has the damn nerve to tell us that A., we're wrong in our assessments of most fics, and B., she can do our job better than our collective 30+ plots can.

/Bitter, me?
//Oh, you betcha
/// By Celestia's Beard, We Do Not Like Her.

So, you wouldn't want to read my upcoming MLP 40k story, then? :P

Do you REALLY want me to go back in the queue and count just how many 40K fics we've gotten in the last three months, Rat? Because I can do it.

Now, admittedly, we have a couple that have been pulled off (Archives of the Friendquisition comes to mind), but 40K, along with Fallout and 'Dash loses her wings' fics we've gotten so many of that we will automatically reject them.

As a fellow pony writer put it to me on the phone:  "These are happy, fluffy, smiling ponies! Why would you put them through such utter hell?!"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on February 28, 2012, 05:22:00 pm
As a fellow pony writer put it to me on the phone:  "These are happy, fluffy, smiling ponies! Why would you put them through such utter hell?!"

Because it's FUN! :D [/sadist]
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 28, 2012, 07:07:21 pm
As a fellow pony writer put it to me on the phone:  "These are happy, fluffy, smiling ponies! Why would you put them through such utter hell?!"

Because it's FUN! :D [/sadist]

Don't make me convince Celestia to send you to the moon...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on February 28, 2012, 07:09:46 pm
How is it that so many stories on eqD are [Grimdark]? (4/4 in today's updates) The originality of contrasting the kids'-show setting with gory themes has worn off by now, but apparently people still aren't fed up with it.

Execution is more important than genre.  Also, you have to remember that the show has well-developed characters, and many Grimdark writers like to take advantage of those personalities by putting ponies in less than ideal situations that the show would never be able to properly cover.

Thankfully. I could barely handle the Discord episode!

I'm an odd bunny. I watch slasher movies for fun, but make Twilight Sparkle sad and I fall apart. :(

Well, it might have something to do with the fact that Twilight is not an asshole, but 9 out of 10 slasher victims are.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 28, 2012, 07:14:01 pm
How is it that so many stories on eqD are [Grimdark]? (4/4 in today's updates) The originality of contrasting the kids'-show setting with gory themes has worn off by now, but apparently people still aren't fed up with it.

Execution is more important than genre.  Also, you have to remember that the show has well-developed characters, and many Grimdark writers like to take advantage of those personalities by putting ponies in less than ideal situations that the show would never be able to properly cover.

Thankfully. I could barely handle the Discord episode!

I'm an odd bunny. I watch slasher movies for fun, but make Twilight Sparkle sad and I fall apart. :(

Well, it might have something to do with the fact that Twilight is not an asshole, but 9 out of 10 slasher victims are.

Ahem... Lesson Zero, anypony?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 28, 2012, 07:31:07 pm
Ahem... Lesson Zero, anypony?

I dunno if that really qualifies her as an asshole. She was a neurotic, emotional mess at the time. Silly filly that she can be at times, she honestly believed her entire life would be ruined if she didn't write that letter. And it's not like her first resort was trying to create a problem--she looked long and hard for somepony having a genuine problem to try and fix, and got desperate and panicky.

And even then, an example pool of one doesn't really make a pattern or trend. She's never done anything of the sort before or since.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Da Rat Bastid on February 28, 2012, 09:20:41 pm
As a fellow pony writer put it to me on the phone:  "These are happy, fluffy, smiling ponies! Why would you put them through such utter hell?!"

Because it's FUN! :D [/sadist]

What she said. :D

*sends out a Priority One dispatch: deploy the Ultraponies immediately!*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on February 28, 2012, 09:37:07 pm
Ahem... Lesson Zero, anypony?

I dunno if that really qualifies her as an asshole. She was a neurotic, emotional mess at the time. Silly filly that she can be at times, she honestly believed her entire life would be ruined if she didn't write that letter. And it's not like her first resort was trying to create a problem--she looked long and hard for somepony having a genuine problem to try and fix, and got desperate and panicky.

And even then, an example pool of one doesn't really make a pattern or trend. She's never done anything of the sort before or since.

What she said.

Yeah, I don’t consider the results a nervous breakdown to be faithful representation of one’s personality.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 29, 2012, 02:21:35 am
Rat and L:  That's it, I'm getting Luna...

Yae and Nom:   she did kinda freak as a filly with the whole "magic overload from Dash's Sonic Rainboom" trying to hatch Spike's egg... and the Parasprites eating Ponyville... Three data points in (at least, roughly) 16 years.  That's just what we've seen in the show, too... what have we missed 'off screen'?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 29, 2012, 02:28:11 am
But how does freaking out equal being an asshole? That's what was being said. Or at least what's being heard, since your reference to Lesson Zero was a response to a post saying Twilight isn't an asshole.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yla on February 29, 2012, 10:14:40 am
re: Grimdark
Thinking about this, I guess I shouldn't complain. It would be hypocritical of me since my own plot bunny would be a Mass Effect crossover (Celestia and Reapers on the same playing board oh yes)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 29, 2012, 12:40:27 pm
re: Grimdark
Thinking about this, I guess I shouldn't complain. It would be hypocritical of me since my own plot bunny would be a Mass Effect crossover (Celestia and Reapers on the same playing board oh yes)
Reapers could NOT handle the friendships.

Re- The parasprite issue wasn't her flying off the handle. It was her systematically trying to figure out an answer to a problem, and learning the trope about listening to the "crazy ones".

Being magically overloaded is not "overreacting". That's was her being overwhelmed by an incredible force of magic.

We're talking "asshole." When was Twilight an asshole? When she broke Spike's present for the birthday party, way back in season one, episode one... and didn't apologize.

"We don't have time for parties!" Twilight snarled as she galloped across the library, knocking over piles of books. Unbeknownst to Twilight, but now knownst to you, gentle reader, is that Spike shed a sad, sad tear that fateful day.

That's being an asshole. Not apologizing. Belittling one's friends. And, frankly, that's the only example I can think of.

By "Sweet and Elite" Twilight has become the embodiment of the perfect friend, and is currently dueling with AJ for my number two pony spot. The bookworms have a way of rising to the top with me.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v158/Entertainer13/twilight_sparkle_approved_by_ambris.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 29, 2012, 12:59:02 pm
But how does freaking out equal being an asshole? That's what was being said. Or at least what's being heard, since your reference to Lesson Zero was a response to a post saying Twilight isn't an asshole.

She was getting pretty pushy in Lesson Zero for something to write the Princess about to the point she used what amounted to a mind-control spell on the vast majority of Ponyville.  I'd call that being an asshole.  Swarm of the Century? She was so convinced another spell would work that she didn't consider any other possible options and we saw how THAT backfired, instead of her listening to Pinkie...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 29, 2012, 01:04:13 pm
Yeah, most of Twilight's "asshole"moments involve Spike. I feel kind of sorry for Spike sometimes, poor little guy. That being said I would say Twilight is the my 3rd favorite pony out of the mane six, and she's the one pony that I relate to the most, because I can be somewhat of an asocial bookworm a good deal of the time. Also every "Which pony are you?" quiz I take, always ends up being Twilight Sparkle.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 29, 2012, 01:07:37 pm
I'm really looking forward to the Spike-centric episode 'Dragon Quest' coming up.

And yes.  That's the actual title of the episode.  Those of us on EqD staff and among the user base old enough to remember the games from back in the NES days thoroughly geeked out.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 29, 2012, 01:11:39 pm
But how does freaking out equal being an asshole? That's what was being said. Or at least what's being heard, since your reference to Lesson Zero was a response to a post saying Twilight isn't an asshole.

She was getting pretty pushy in Lesson Zero for something to write the Princess about to the point she used what amounted to a mind-control spell on the vast majority of Ponyville.  I'd call that being an asshole.  Swarm of the Century? She was so convinced another spell would work that she didn't consider any other possible options and we saw how THAT backfired, instead of her listening to Pinkie...

In Lesson Zero, she was having a nervous breakdown. She wasn't really in control of her actions.

And as for Swarm of the Century, nopony took Pinkie seriously. Because she's Pinkie. Pinkie randomly going around asking for instruments doesn't exactly sound like the proper response to the town being destroyed. It sounds like the kind of thing Pinkie would do on any given day of the year. Yes, she should have taken the time to listen--but they were trying to thwart disaster, and Pinkie looked like she was just trying to throw another party.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 29, 2012, 01:14:46 pm
But how does freaking out equal being an asshole? That's what was being said. Or at least what's being heard, since your reference to Lesson Zero was a response to a post saying Twilight isn't an asshole.

She was getting pretty pushy in Lesson Zero for something to write the Princess about to the point she used what amounted to a mind-control spell on the vast majority of Ponyville.  I'd call that being an asshole.  Swarm of the Century? She was so convinced another spell would work that she didn't consider any other possible options and we saw how THAT backfired, instead of her listening to Pinkie...

In Lesson Zero, she was having a nervous breakdown. She wasn't really in control of her actions.

And as for Swarm of the Century, nopony took Pinkie seriously. Because she's Pinkie. Pinkie randomly going around asking for instruments doesn't exactly sound like the proper response to the town being destroyed. It sounds like the kind of thing Pinkie would do on any given day of the year. Yes, she should have taken the time to listen--but they were trying to thwart disaster, and Pinkie looked like she was just trying to throw another party.

And nopony thought to ask why Pinkie was after these instruments...? admittedly, Pinkie did run off at a couple points in search of an instrument or two, but they still had chances.

I'll give you Lesson Zero, but the fact she even invoked mind control in a spell is pretty damn creepy. ... Even if it did give us the Macinpants ship.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 29, 2012, 01:18:43 pm
Like I said... it's Pinkie Pie. She's a giant pink balloon full of random. Like I said, I do think they should have taken the time to listen, but considering the circumstances, I don't think it's unreasonable that they didn't. The town was being destroyed, but it just looked like Pinkie was trying to outfit a band for a "Ponyville's Gone" party.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 29, 2012, 01:20:06 pm
Hm... I suppose, but it still bugs me a bit.

... that reminds me, I should watch a bit of pony tomorrow.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 29, 2012, 01:23:59 pm
I just have issue wit the idea of Twilight being labelled an asshole. She'd never intentionally do anything to harm or insult anypony, which I think is kind of important to that label. She can be insensitive at times, because she's not used to having friends--which is kind of the point. She's learning as she goes.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on February 29, 2012, 02:18:44 pm
I just have issue wit the idea of Twilight being labelled an asshole. She'd never intentionally do anything to harm or insult anypony, which I think is kind of important to that label. She can be insensitive at times, because she's not used to having friends--which is kind of the point. She's learning as she goes.
I really don't see anypony acting wrong in Swarm of the Century. Seriously think about it.

Say you are a farmer. There are a swarm of locusts coming to eat your crops. You begin to collect people and start rounding up bug killers, bug zappers - anything that could possibly get at the locusts.

Then Bob bursts in.

"I hear you all got some locusts!" he says, his voice loud yet measured.

"That's right, Bob," you say, cocking an eyebrow.

"All right, who here has a trombone?" Bob asks.

"Why?" you ask.

"How else are we going to start a band?" he asks in return, his hands on his hips. Seeing no reaction from you, Bob storms out, mummbling something about a kazoo.



Pinkie Pie spent the entire time barely trying to explain herself. She just assumed the other characters knew wht she was doing. We, as the viewer, knew what she was doing was likely helpful, due to tropes. But how was anypony supposed to know that the one pony who seemed to be doing nothing was doing something very important.

Communication and understanding is a two-way street, and Miss Pie is not the world's best communicator beyond broad ideas. I love that pony, but to call anypony a jerk for considering her too... random, at that point in the show, to be helpful, is disingenuous.

And once again to Lesson Zero... once again, she was the grips of a mental breakdown. Twilight is high strung, but well-meaning. Did she act like a jerk? Yes. And it took a break with reality to do it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 29, 2012, 03:25:45 pm
as the trope goes, 'bad communication kills'

... or in this case, maims.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on February 29, 2012, 06:35:14 pm
Pinkie Pie spent the entire time barely trying to explain herself. She just assumed the other characters knew wht she was doing.
Exactly. It doesn’t matter how much Twilight or anypony else tried to liste if Pinkie was not even trying to give an explanation.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 01, 2012, 09:40:04 pm
Oh Yeah...
HAPPY DERPY DAY fellow bronies ;D
(http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lhrdp7MN8r1qf7gzvo1_500.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Nightmare172 on March 01, 2012, 10:31:52 pm
Today is Derpy Day?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 01, 2012, 10:33:36 pm
Yeah, today is Derpy Day...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Nightmare172 on March 01, 2012, 10:55:56 pm
Well, why is today Derpy Day?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 01, 2012, 11:39:07 pm
Well, why is today Derpy Day?

Kinda wondering this myself...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 01, 2012, 11:44:50 pm
I have no idea why, I just saw it on FB and DA
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Iczerfour on March 01, 2012, 11:45:22 pm
happy Derpy day    :)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on March 01, 2012, 11:48:21 pm
Who cares why? Any day is a good day to celebrate Derpy~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 01, 2012, 11:49:02 pm
Who cares why? Any day is a good day to celebrate Derpy~
BINGO
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 02, 2012, 12:14:26 am
Who cares why? Any day is a good day to celebrate Derpy~
BINGO
Every day is Derpy day, though. I'd have to go 24 hours without screwing something up, and well now tats nt hapening!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 02, 2012, 10:33:16 pm
Well, I think I'm officially obsessed with ponies now. I'm starting up my first fanfic tonight. Going to test the waters with something relatively small, a short Applejack/Rainbow Dash fic. I'll post a link to it once it's done and uploaded somewhere.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 03, 2012, 01:53:23 am
Well, I think I'm officially obsessed with ponies now. I'm starting up my first fanfic tonight. Going to test the waters with something relatively small, a short Applejack/Rainbow Dash fic. I'll post a link to it once it's done and uploaded somewhere.

Consider me at your disposal for a look-see, as the resident pre-reader around these parts.

Also, I'm an Appledasher, so it's right up my alley.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 03, 2012, 02:10:40 am
Well, I think I'm officially obsessed with ponies now. I'm starting up my first fanfic tonight. Going to test the waters with something relatively small, a short Applejack/Rainbow Dash fic. I'll post a link to it once it's done and uploaded somewhere.

Consider me at your disposal for a look-see, as the resident pre-reader around these parts.

Also, I'm an Appledasher, so it's right up my alley.

An extra set of eyes never hurt, so I'd be glad to take you up on that. Might be easier to handle if we talked about it over AIM or something though, so feel free to message me on any of the names I've got listed over there.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 03, 2012, 02:31:45 am
Well, I think I'm officially obsessed with ponies now. I'm starting up my first fanfic tonight. Going to test the waters with something relatively small, a short Applejack/Rainbow Dash fic. I'll post a link to it once it's done and uploaded somewhere.

Consider me at your disposal for a look-see, as the resident pre-reader around these parts.

Also, I'm an Appledasher, so it's right up my alley.

An extra set of eyes never hurt, so I'd be glad to take you up on that. Might be easier to handle if we talked about it over AIM or something though, so feel free to message me on any of the names I've got listed over there.

I'll add you to my Trillian when I manage to get my plot up... it's 2:30 here, and I think I can feel Luna glaring holes into me across the dimensions, so... bedtime for me.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 03, 2012, 01:31:18 pm
Well, that episode was rather hilarious. Flutterage is awesome. >D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on March 03, 2012, 01:35:19 pm
I'm not overly fond of this new timeslot, but the episode was great. If you ever wanted a longer look at Discordant Fluttershy, here's this episode.

Also, I think she was beginning to develop her own Royal Canterlot Voice.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 03, 2012, 01:37:30 pm
Well, I caught on a stream of a stream, and it was choppy in the beginning, so I'll have to wait for YT for an unbastardized version.  Having said that, I found this quite interesting.  The people who make this show are so awesome. <3

Also:  Minotaurs!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 03, 2012, 03:27:07 pm
I actually love the new timeslot. I am not a morning pony, and had actually adjusted my sleep schedule to be up in time for the show. Yeah, I record every episode anyway, but I like to watch it live with friends (which is obviously the best way to watch a show about friendship).

So now I can try to get back on a more natural (for me) sleep schedule and enjoy ponies with friends!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 03, 2012, 03:56:37 pm
Well, I'm glad everybody is enjoying the new timeslot, because it's 11PM here I'm still waiting for the HD link to come up on Equestria Daily  >:(
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on March 03, 2012, 08:37:07 pm
Can someone link me to the new episode? Is it the one where Fluttershy becomes a model or something? I've lost track since having my mom living with me the past two weeks.

Also, my apartment allows for its residents to be able to paint on the walls, I am so thinking about painting a pony mural, though I suck at drawing really. It would be cool though.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 03, 2012, 08:47:55 pm
Can someone link me to the new episode? Is it the one where Fluttershy becomes a model or something? I've lost track since having my mom living with me the past two weeks.

Also, my apartment allows for its residents to be able to paint on the walls, I am so thinking about painting a pony mural, though I suck at drawing really. It would be cool though.

Here you go Rad, low-res:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLxnD7ZQkSQ
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 03, 2012, 09:55:28 pm
The new episode was a hoot...I loved Iron Will and his entourage of goats. lol
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 03, 2012, 10:03:40 pm
So think about Fluttershy's insults to Rarity and Pinkie Pie for a minute.  She insulted their lives' callings.  Everypony dreams of the day they find their calling, earning their cutie mark in the process.  She berated and belittled that.

I mean, what she did was rude, but if you consider just how much a pony's life calling means to them, then she was indeed a monster.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on March 03, 2012, 10:15:00 pm
So think about Fluttershy's insults to Rarity and Pinkie Pie for a minute.  She insulted their lives' callings.  Everypony dreams of the day they find their calling, earning their cutie mark in the process.  She berated and belittled that.

I mean, what she did was rude, but if you consider just how much a pony's life calling means to them, then she was indeed a monster.

I'm starting to think what Discord did wasn't turn people opposite, but essentially turn their personalities inside out - the deepest part of them that they are quite capable of but subconsiously deny suddenly became their main personality.

Rarity innately has the capacity for great selfishness, Pinkie Pie has the capacity for great party-poopering, Fluttershy has the capacity for great meanness, Applejack probably has the capacity to be deceitful, and hell, the very first thing we saw Twilight Sparkle do was be an antisocial loner.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on March 03, 2012, 11:27:34 pm
So think about Fluttershy's insults to Rarity and Pinkie Pie for a minute.  She insulted their lives' callings.  Everypony dreams of the day they find their calling, earning their cutie mark in the process.  She berated and belittled that.

I mean, what she did was rude, but if you consider just how much a pony's life calling means to them, then she was indeed a monster.

I'm starting to think what Discord did wasn't turn people opposite, but essentially turn their personalities inside out - the deepest part of them that they are quite capable of but subconsiously deny suddenly became their main personality.

Rarity innately has the capacity for great selfishness, Pinkie Pie has the capacity for great party-poopering, Fluttershy has the capacity for great meanness, Applejack probably has the capacity to be deceitful, and hell, the very first thing we saw Twilight Sparkle do was be an antisocial loner.
Also apparently Faust said that Luna turned evil due to external forces
please have discord come back with an epic battle
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 03, 2012, 11:29:14 pm
So think about Fluttershy's insults to Rarity and Pinkie Pie for a minute.  She insulted their lives' callings.  Everypony dreams of the day they find their calling, earning their cutie mark in the process.  She berated and belittled that.

I mean, what she did was rude, but if you consider just how much a pony's life calling means to them, then she was indeed a monster.

I'm starting to think what Discord did wasn't turn people opposite, but essentially turn their personalities inside out - the deepest part of them that they are quite capable of but subconsiously deny suddenly became their main personality.

Rarity innately has the capacity for great selfishness, Pinkie Pie has the capacity for great party-poopering, Fluttershy has the capacity for great meanness, Applejack probably has the capacity to be deceitful, and hell, the very first thing we saw Twilight Sparkle do was be an antisocial loner.
Also apparently Faust said that Luna turned evil due to external forces
please have discord come back with an epic battle

I'm hoping for Nightmare Trixie, myself.

... it'd make Seth explode.  Twice.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 03, 2012, 11:43:53 pm
Nightmare Trixie would be awesome...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 04, 2012, 12:58:14 am
So think about Fluttershy's insults to Rarity and Pinkie Pie for a minute.  She insulted their lives' callings.  Everypony dreams of the day they find their calling, earning their cutie mark in the process.  She berated and belittled that.

I mean, what she did was rude, but if you consider just how much a pony's life calling means to them, then she was indeed a monster.

I'm starting to think what Discord did wasn't turn people opposite, but essentially turn their personalities inside out - the deepest part of them that they are quite capable of but subconsiously deny suddenly became their main personality.

Rarity innately has the capacity for great selfishness, Pinkie Pie has the capacity for great party-poopering, Fluttershy has the capacity for great meanness, Applejack probably has the capacity to be deceitful, and hell, the very first thing we saw Twilight Sparkle do was be an antisocial loner.
Also apparently Faust said that Luna turned evil due to external forces
please have discord come back with an epic battle
Really? Yes!! My world-view is confirmed!

Loved the episode. I love how Rarity being "assertive" is just being a tease. :p
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Da Rat Bastid on March 04, 2012, 09:08:02 am
(...) and hell, the very first thing we saw Twilight Sparkle do was be an antisocial loner.

*perks up* So...she started talking like Raven, then?

(http://www.cosplayhouse.com/images/D/Teen_Titans_Raven_wig_ver_01-2-03.jpg)

She could easily do that, y'know. (http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/HeyItsThatVoice) :P

Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 04, 2012, 12:19:29 pm
So was anyone else reminded of the PPG episode where Bubbles goes "hardcore," or is it just me?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on March 04, 2012, 12:52:27 pm
Nightmare Trixie would be awesome...

The fanfic The Dresden Fillies features her as a villain.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 04, 2012, 12:59:02 pm
Nightmare Trixie would be awesome...

The fanfic The Dresden Fillies features her as a villain.

That it does.  I've been so busy reading 'My Little Denarians' that I'd forgotten about that one.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 04, 2012, 01:02:03 pm
So I see that the story I've been waiting on for forever is finally updated.  I'm talking of course about The Sun is Tired.
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Post by: nickiknack on March 04, 2012, 01:11:15 pm
So was anyone else reminded of the PPG episode where Bubbles goes "hardcore," or is it just me?

Now that you reminded me of that PPG episode, yes does remind me of it.

Nightmare Trixie would be awesome...

The fanfic The Dresden Fillies features her as a villain.

I have to check that fanfic out.

On the subject of fanfics, I can't wait for the Iron Will fanfics, I hope someone does a background story for him, because I have a great idea of making him into an ex-pro wrestler for some reason.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 04, 2012, 01:12:27 pm
B:  Several of the other pre-readers were happy about that themselves.  Me, I haven't read it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on March 04, 2012, 06:09:16 pm

On the subject of fanfics, I can't wait for the Iron Will fanfics, I hope someone does a background story for him, because I have a great idea of making him into an ex-pro wrestler for some reason.


One thing I like about the episode is that at the end, he was actually very reasonable.  He wasn't a monster, he was just teaching others wrong.

My personal fanon for him is that he was actually bullied a lot growing up, and had to teach himself how to handle it, since no one else would help him.  And then he saw others being bullied, so he taught them to do the same.

When he was met with non-violent resistance for the first time in the form of Fluttershy, it surprised him and essentially changed his viewpoint on things.

I suppose he could've been a pro-wrestler along the lines.  He certainly acts like one XD

In case you can't tell, I like Iron Will.  He's sorta like Gilda's opposite.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 04, 2012, 06:47:47 pm

On the subject of fanfics, I can't wait for the Iron Will fanfics, I hope someone does a background story for him, because I have a great idea of making him into an ex-pro wrestler for some reason.


One thing I like about the episode is that at the end, he was actually very reasonable.  He wasn't a monster, he was just teaching others wrong.

My personal fanon for him is that he was actually bullied a lot growing up, and had to teach himself how to handle it, since no one else would help him.  And then he saw others being bullied, so he taught them to do the same.

When he was met with non-violent resistance for the first time in the form of Fluttershy, it surprised him and essentially changed his viewpoint on things.

That's a great background for him, I really like the idea of him being bullied when he was younger, and is the reason why he acts the way he does.

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I suppose he could've been a pro-wrestler along the lines.  He certainly acts like one XD

In case you can't tell, I like Iron Will.  He's sorta like Gilda's opposite.

No wonder he reminds me of a pro-wrestler, I like him too.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 04, 2012, 09:26:32 pm

On the subject of fanfics, I can't wait for the Iron Will fanfics, I hope someone does a background story for him, because I have a great idea of making him into an ex-pro wrestler for some reason.


One thing I like about the episode is that at the end, he was actually very reasonable.  He wasn't a monster, he was just teaching others wrong.

My personal fanon for him is that he was actually bullied a lot growing up, and had to teach himself how to handle it, since no one else would help him.  And then he saw others being bullied, so he taught them to do the same.

When he was met with non-violent resistance for the first time in the form of Fluttershy, it surprised him and essentially changed his viewpoint on things.

I suppose he could've been a pro-wrestler along the lines.  He certainly acts like one XD

In case you can't tell, I like Iron Will.  He's sorta like Gilda's opposite.
Yeah, there was nothing wrong with Will, just his methods. I quite enjoyed the episode overall. Not my favorite, by far, but not the weakest either. Plus, I know it made N. de Plum happy. Yay.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on March 04, 2012, 10:18:34 pm
I thought the episode was very good. It was nice to see the "bad" side of Fluttershy, even though she was doing it the way she was taught by Iron Will. She just thought she was indeed being more assertive and did not see how she was turning into a bully. At the end she eventually figured out that she can have the courage to tell other ponies "no" and to be able to put her hoof down instead of being a push over.

I do hope that her newfound assertiveness won't take over her shy, domicile personality as that is what I like about her and I absolutely hate it when writers of shows try to change a character's persona.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 04, 2012, 10:22:32 pm
Oh yeah, did anyone notice what was on Derpy's saddlebag in the market scene?? It was a MUFFIN!! lol

Here's a closeup pic of the scene
(http://fc03.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2012/064/1/f/muffins_bag_by_nearantrax-d4rtdt6.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 04, 2012, 11:08:54 pm
Oh yeah, did anyone notice what was on Derpy's saddlebag in the market scene?? It was a MUFFIN!! lol

Here's a closeup pic of the scene
(http://fc03.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2012/064/1/f/muffins_bag_by_nearantrax-d4rtdt6.png)
I claim nothing of this. I need more Doctor Whooves!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 04, 2012, 11:12:24 pm
You know, that looks really uncomfortable. I can only imagine that most pegasi would kind of freak out if their wings were restricted like that.

Yes, Rainbow Dash endured it in the Running of the Leaves, but her fidgeting implied it was incredibly uncomfortable for her.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on March 06, 2012, 05:09:51 am
So, Tai used his Taibrain while watching the new DVD, and some thoughts came out, and it eventually ended up as some weird art.
You can look if you want to (http://andsean.deviantart.com/art/My-Little-Morphin-Pony-Rangers-288882697), you can leave a comment behind.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 06, 2012, 11:37:31 am
So, Tai used his Taibrain while watching the new DVD, and some thoughts came out, and it eventually ended up as some weird art.
You can look if you want to (http://andsean.deviantart.com/art/My-Little-Morphin-Pony-Rangers-288882697), you can leave a comment behind.
I'd have gone with Spike... and had Rainbow Dash as the "cool sixth ranger". :p

Cute idea, though.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 08, 2012, 01:34:47 pm
So, Tai used his Taibrain while watching the new DVD, and some thoughts came out, and it eventually ended up as some weird art.
You can look if you want to (http://andsean.deviantart.com/art/My-Little-Morphin-Pony-Rangers-288882697), you can leave a comment behind.
I'd have gone with Spike... and had Rainbow Dash as the "cool sixth ranger". :p

Cute idea, though.

Didn't the Power Rangers get like a big robot thing? I wanna see what a pony version looks like =P

Also, is anybody else as hyped about this weeks episode as I am? Time traveling Twilight is just an absurdly awesome premise for an episode.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 08, 2012, 02:01:07 pm
So, Tai used his Taibrain while watching the new DVD, and some thoughts came out, and it eventually ended up as some weird art.
You can look if you want to (http://andsean.deviantart.com/art/My-Little-Morphin-Pony-Rangers-288882697), you can leave a comment behind.
I'd have gone with Spike... and had Rainbow Dash as the "cool sixth ranger". :p

Cute idea, though.

Didn't the Power Rangers get like a big robot thing? I wanna see what a pony version looks like =P

Also, is anybody else as hyped about this weeks episode as I am? Time traveling Twilight is just an absurdly awesome premise for an episode.

Time-traveling Twilight's going to be... interesting, to say the least.

... If she goes to Pinkie for help, via Pinkie Sense... my inner shipper will squee.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 08, 2012, 06:20:55 pm
The Hub released a 1 minute preview from the upcoming episode (Spoiler warning: It's glorious!)

(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 08, 2012, 06:33:52 pm
I'm not usually one for spoilers or teasers.  This one? totally worth it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 08, 2012, 06:38:29 pm
This preview is all kinds of epic. And it needs to be Saturday. Because I need to see this episode.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Nightmare172 on March 08, 2012, 07:06:56 pm
Yay, another Twilight episode!

Too bad I'm working all day Saturday... >_>
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 08, 2012, 11:09:05 pm
Stop tempting me with spoilers, goddammit!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 08, 2012, 11:40:42 pm
Stop tempting me with spoilers, goddammit!

Come to the Dark Side, B... we have Luna! and fudge!

... and Rarity comes over every other Thursday.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 09, 2012, 12:03:17 am
I can't wait unti Saturday...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 09, 2012, 12:06:47 am
Stop tempting me with spoilers, goddammit!

Come to the Dark Side, B... we have Luna! and fudge!

... and Rarity comes over every other Thursday.

Goth loli alicorns and chocolate? I dunno about B, but sign me up.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 09, 2012, 12:13:13 am
Hsssssss! No spoilers! Hssssssss!

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v158/Entertainer13/9647320-20nictitating_membrane20spi.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 09, 2012, 12:15:09 am
Hsssssss! No spoilers! Hssssssss!

Bad E! don't make me start taking away your hoard!

Yae:  I do make fudge on request for a price.  Interested?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 09, 2012, 12:17:51 am
Hsssssss! No spoilers! Hssssssss!

Bad E! don't make me start taking away your hoard!

Yae:  I do make fudge on request for a price.  Interested?
Can I at least keep the hat? Miss Cheerilee gave it to me...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on March 09, 2012, 12:18:15 am
Now that I saw that spoiler, I so now want to see this episode. Apocalyptic Twilight looks awesome!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Iczerfour on March 09, 2012, 10:46:53 pm
must watch new episode tomorrow!     
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 10, 2012, 12:11:10 am
I'm sure Priestling's seen this, but... Well, Tara Strong posted some audio on her Twitter this morning. It was a Twilight Sparkle Rap. Now, this exists:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wblE8YYLyQ0
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Post by: Yaezakura on March 10, 2012, 12:14:22 am
That is just... too damned cute...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 10, 2012, 06:24:36 am
Of course, as soon as she releases the audio, it's immediately turned into a flash ;D

Super pumped for the new episode, haven't been on one of the livestreams for a while but might jump into one just for this episode.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on March 10, 2012, 01:34:38 pm
Oh man, that episode was great~  More like that, please!

Oh Twilight. You're so delightfully OCD. It's adorable and we love you.

I kind of saw where it was going about halfway through, but it was such a fun ride either way. It's fun to watch things like that unfold.

Oh, and of course Pinkie Pie stashes eyepatches all over the place. Why wouldn't she~?

(Plus, Pinkie in rubber catsuit? There's my fetish fuel for the rest of the month~)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 10, 2012, 01:49:23 pm
So am I the only one who was reminded of mayonnaise and Homer when Spike was eating the ice cream and said that the stomach ache was "Future Spike's" problem?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 10, 2012, 02:51:33 pm
Poor Twilight... her OCD is so crippling, and yet so adorable...

Speaking of Twilight and adorableness, I bought 2 pony grab bags today right after the show aired. I got normal Twilight AND the special "hidden" Twilight that's clear and glittery!

My two new figures, posing with the Rainbow Dash I already had:
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w35/trainercardproductions/DSC00148.jpg)
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Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 10, 2012, 04:28:01 pm
Glitter twilight must've used morph magic to turn into astral creature.  Like, something similar to an Ursa Minor/Major, I mean.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 10, 2012, 04:31:21 pm
Glitter twilight must've used morph magic to turn into astral creature.  Like, something similar to an Ursa Minor/Major, I mean.

Come to think of it, that's a fairly accurate description since her body's clear...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 10, 2012, 05:41:30 pm
The new ep was fantastic. That is all.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 10, 2012, 05:59:31 pm
So Fluttershy's taming of Cerberus makes me want to really make up D&D sheets for the main 6. <3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 10, 2012, 06:06:35 pm
I want to make something known, by the by (no, I haven't seen the episode... yet.) and that's that the 'restriction' from when Nappy and IB exploded all over the forums at us is lifted.  Just don't go overboard with macros or pony in other threads.  Nothing huge.

Now that that's out of the way... oy vey, we're dreading the incoming 'Equestrian War' fics and time-travel clopfic that's being written as I type... Luna save us.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 10, 2012, 07:30:57 pm
Step 1: Discover time travel spells
Step 2: Have sex with self
Step 3: Absolutely no profit at all, why would you even write that

The fandom confuses me sometimes.

Episode was sweet by the way, the Twilight Plisskin outfit and watching how she gets it was awesome =P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 10, 2012, 07:47:50 pm
I didn't see the new episode yet( I was at work), but it by B-man's new avatar and the spoiler clip I can tell it's going to rock.
BTW, the blind bag mane 6 collection is complete, yesterday I got the Fluttershy I got on ebay, and today AppleJack came in the mail.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 10, 2012, 09:36:55 pm
I didn't see the new episode yet( I was at work), but it by B-man's new avatar and the spoiler clip I can tell it's going to rock.
BTW, the blind bag mane 6 collection is complete, yesterday I got the Fluttershy I got on ebay, and today AppleJack came in the mail.

I can't help but think you probably paid way more for it than you had to collecting it that way. You can cheat to see which figured are in the bags, you know...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 10, 2012, 09:56:38 pm
I didn't see the new episode yet( I was at work), but it by B-man's new avatar and the spoiler clip I can tell it's going to rock.
BTW, the blind bag mane 6 collection is complete, yesterday I got the Fluttershy I got on ebay, and today AppleJack came in the mail.

I can't help but think you probably paid way more for it than you had to collecting it that way. You can cheat to see which figured are in the bags, you know...

I know, but the thing is that none of the toy stores in my area stock the blind bag ponies except for that one time I happened upon Twilight Sparkle,Rarity, Pinkie Pie, and Raindow Dash at the Christmas Tree Shop. I got those 4 for $2 each. I only got AppleJack & Fluttershy through ebay. I didn't have problem winning the AppleJack, but I had to buy the Fluttershy for a little more then I wanted to, but it was better than the crazy bidding that was going on for her.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 10, 2012, 10:02:39 pm
I didn't see the new episode yet( I was at work), but it by B-man's new avatar and the spoiler clip I can tell it's going to rock.
BTW, the blind bag mane 6 collection is complete, yesterday I got the Fluttershy I got on ebay, and today AppleJack came in the mail.

I can't help but think you probably paid way more for it than you had to collecting it that way. You can cheat to see which figured are in the bags, you know...

I know, but the thing is that none of the toy stores in my area stock the blind bag ponies except for that one time I happened upon Twilight Sparkle,Rarity, Pinkie Pie, and Raindow Dash at the Christmas Tree Shop. I got those 4 for $2 each. I only got AppleJack & Fluttershy through ebay. I didn't have problem winning the AppleJack, but I had to buy the Fluttershy for a little more then I wanted to, but it was better than the crazy bidding that was going on for her.

Ah... understandable, then. I kinda lucked out today, and it looked like Wal-Mart had just put a brand new box of the grab-bags (they sell FAST). I'm hoping they'll either have another fresh box or no one notices until Wednesday so I can go back and pick back through to finish the mane cast and the other 2 "special" figures. I saw them all, but really just wanted the Twilight figures today (and only had like $5 of personal money on me).
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on March 10, 2012, 10:52:17 pm
Am I the only one who noticed that they actually have a hell in this universe?

Granted, it's Greek hell (considering Tartarus is more or less unofficially the "hell" of Hades), but still.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 10, 2012, 10:56:12 pm
Am I the only one who noticed that they actually have a hell in this universe?

Granted, it's Greek hell (considering Tartarus is more or less unofficially the "hell" of Hades), but still.

Well, it didn't sound like an "underworld" so much as like a prison for the creatures too dangerous to leave free. And considering dragons and ursa majors are allowed to live in Equestria, just imagine the kind of power anything deemed dangerous enough to be locked in Tartarus is...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on March 10, 2012, 11:27:20 pm
They really ought to store Discord's statue there instead of in a garden where little ponies can just walk by, fight, and release him.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on March 10, 2012, 11:30:06 pm
I was under the impression that that row was just a catalyst. He would have broken out eventually. And he will likely break free again sometime in the distant future (but most definitely not Next Tuesday).
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 10, 2012, 11:32:41 pm
Yeah. Celestia explained that what freed him was the fact that she was no longer linked to the Elements of Harmony. So at the very least, Discord is locked up tight until the mane cast start to pass away.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yla on March 11, 2012, 11:53:43 am
Am I the only one who noticed that they actually have a hell in this universe?

Granted, it's Greek hell (considering Tartarus is more or less unofficially the "hell" of Hades), but still.

Well, it didn't sound like an "underworld" so much as like a prison for the creatures too dangerous to leave free. And considering dragons and ursa majors are allowed to live in Equestria, just imagine the kind of power anything deemed dangerous enough to be locked in Tartarus is...
The fandom theory that G4 Equestria is the pacified G1 Dream Valley makes more and more sense..

Saw the episode now, was awesome (Twilight using high-end magic, Flowerpot, Terminator expanding timetravel bubble)

The creator of Friendship is Witchcraft probably felt really weird during this ep.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 11, 2012, 11:59:38 am
Hmm... that's an interesting idea. But I have no clue what it means. I know nothing about MLP aside from the new series. I never liked it as a kid.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 11, 2012, 12:44:44 pm
Finally saw the new episode, I always like OCD Twilight, and I love how they had Cerberus about to mark his territory on that one house
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on March 11, 2012, 01:08:14 pm
Loved the way they had a whole 80’s sense of post-apocalyptic fashion there.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 11, 2012, 03:52:13 pm
I wonder how long it will take before people start doing MLP/Escape From New York fics, especially since there is already crossover art featured on EQ.

Breaking out of Ponyville is impossible. Breaking in is INSANE.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on March 11, 2012, 04:02:43 pm
Breaking out of Ponyville is impossible. Breaking in is INSANE.

For naming parallels, I would go with Escape from Manehattan, myself. At the very least, go with Canterlot. Ponyville is still just a small town. Wouldn’t have the right feel.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 11, 2012, 05:18:01 pm
Have Las Pegasus and the other town been mentioned before? I enjoy all of the different towns being added. Puns rock. Whoo hoo!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 11, 2012, 05:21:57 pm
I like how Twilight's board has time dilation equations.  I also like how someone in the fandom spotted and recognized the equations.  I'm not sure which I like more, honestly. XD
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 11, 2012, 05:23:35 pm
Have Las Pegasus and the other town been mentioned before? I enjoy all of the different towns being added. Puns rock. Whoo hoo!

A few have been mentioned before, but that episode did include some new ones.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 11, 2012, 06:00:23 pm
Baltimare got confirmed as canon, after long being fanon.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 11, 2012, 09:50:13 pm
Baltimare got confirmed as canon, after long being fanon.
The review confirmed these for me. Yay EQDaily!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on March 12, 2012, 01:29:10 am
Well, I found my nightmare fuel (http://askrandombedlam.tumblr.com/post/19166805771) for the week, how about you?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 12, 2012, 02:04:12 am
Well, I found my nightmare fuel (http://askrandombedlam.tumblr.com/post/19166805771) for the week, how about you?

Well, those are just... lovely. I'm going to have terrible dreams about the Twilight one, instead of the hot human Twilight bikini pic Tara Strong posted. Thanks a lot. ;.;
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on March 12, 2012, 02:16:03 am
Well, I found my nightmare fuel (http://askrandombedlam.tumblr.com/post/19166805771) for the week, how about you?

Well, those are just... lovely. I'm going to have terrible dreams about the Twilight one, instead of the hot human Twilight bikini pic Tara Strong posted. Thanks a lot. ;.;

Ooh, ooh, I can do even better. Play this (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4Fqz3P29k0) in the background, then look at the pics.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 12, 2012, 02:29:14 am
Dude, I've watched Cannibal Holocaust. You're gonna have to do better than a photoshop filter and ponies.  ;)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 12, 2012, 02:30:00 am
Well, I found my nightmare fuel (http://askrandombedlam.tumblr.com/post/19166805771) for the week, how about you?

Bleh.  I find this to be mild.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: The Right Honourable Mlle Antéchrist on March 12, 2012, 02:59:16 am
Dude, I've watched Cannibal Holocaust. You're gonna have to do better than a photoshop filter and ponies.  ;)

I watched Martyrs without flinching. Let's be pals.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 12, 2012, 10:38:01 am
Dude, I've watched Cannibal Holocaust. You're gonna have to do better than a photoshop filter and ponies.  ;)

I watched Martyrs without flinching. Let's be pals.
I'll warn you, I haven't been able to work up the ability to try Human Centipede. I might not be tough enough to be pals.  :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on March 12, 2012, 06:36:39 pm
Please! Please! We don’t need that kind of Centipede hangin’ around my ponies. :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 12, 2012, 07:01:11 pm
Please! Please! We don’t need that kind of Centipede hangin’ around my ponies. :P

No kidding... that is the last thing I wanna think about when talking about adorable ponies...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Da Rat Bastid on March 12, 2012, 11:29:35 pm
(http://i2.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/newsfeed/000/263/918/808.gif)

DAT PIXEL.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 12, 2012, 11:34:46 pm
...Was there any genuine point to that?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Da Rat Bastid on March 13, 2012, 01:05:38 am
...Was there any genuine point to that?

*ponders for a few seconds, then shrugs*

No, not really.

If you want something that's on point, though, I just had an interesting thought along the lines of what Mrs. Anitchrist and e13 are discussing, and I could certainly ponify it for the purpose of this thread.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 13, 2012, 02:18:44 am
...Was there any genuine point to that?

*ponders for a few seconds, then shrugs*

No, not really.

If you want something that's on point, though, I just had an interesting thought along the lines of what Mrs. Anitchrist and e13 are discussing, and I could certainly ponify it for the purpose of this thread.
Knowing this fandom, it likely already exists in some form. I'd rather not see it. My ponies (the figures on my shelf) are looking at me aghast enough as it is.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 13, 2012, 02:22:43 am
Speaking of figures, the knowledge that the US still only on the first set of blind-bags of what will very soon be 5 really upsets me. Yeah, I only buy the show-canon ponies, so there's only a handful from each other set I want, but... I want them, damnit! Especially considering set 5 has Celestia and Luna in it...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on March 13, 2012, 12:55:00 pm
(http://i2.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/newsfeed/000/263/918/808.gif)

DAT PIXEL.

I see Big Mac humping Twilight Sparkle.

As pixels.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 13, 2012, 02:13:45 pm
(http://i2.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/newsfeed/000/263/918/808.gif)

DAT PIXEL.

I see Big Mac humping Twilight Sparkle.

As pixels.
So did I. I was simply hopinh we would ignore and move on... same as with my movie discussion.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on March 13, 2012, 02:46:03 pm
...Was there any genuine point to that?

*ponders for a few seconds, then shrugs*

No, not really.

If you want something that's on point, though, I just had an interesting thought along the lines of what Mrs. Anitchrist and e13 are discussing, and I could certainly ponify it for the purpose of this thread.
Knowing this fandom, it likely already exists in some form. I'd rather not see it. My ponies (the figures on my shelf) are looking at me aghast enough as it is.

Yes it does....

(Warning! NSFW)
(click to show/hide)

Just Google "Ponypede"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: The Right Honourable Mlle Antéchrist on March 13, 2012, 03:37:58 pm
Dude, I've watched Cannibal Holocaust. You're gonna have to do better than a photoshop filter and ponies.  ;)

I watched Martyrs without flinching. Let's be pals.
I'll warn you, I haven't been able to work up the ability to try Human Centipede. I might not be tough enough to be pals.  :P

The first Human Centipede film wasn't that cringe-worthy, actually. The second one, on the other hand...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 13, 2012, 04:32:24 pm
for the record with the toys, I just want Luna, Nightmare Moon, Zecora, Trixie, AJ and Dash.  I'm good after that.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on March 13, 2012, 05:30:18 pm
So Fluttershy's taming of Cerberus makes me want to really make up D&D sheets for the main 6. <3

DO EET

I will see if the D&D fan I dated this weekend is interested in adding a furry element.  He DID respond well to the cat ears I bought...


Radiation....WHY?!?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 14, 2012, 12:25:17 am
for the record with the toys, I just want Luna, Nightmare Moon, Zecora, Trixie, AJ and Dash.  I'm good after that.
Dude, you're not going to mane six it? What a waste...

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v158/Entertainer13/Rarity_Teary_Eyed.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 14, 2012, 12:29:09 am
I want a custom Derpy and a Trixie, I have the mane 6 in the blind bags

Look what I found, a Derpy Hooves stained Glass art
(http://i.ebayimg.com/t/Unique-Stained-Glass-My-LIttle-Pony-Art-Derpy-Hooves-Ditzy-Doo-/00/s/ODk2WDEwMDg=/$(KGrHqV,!qsE88gcIyMtBPW2y00!-w~~60_12.JPG)
Awesome...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 14, 2012, 12:43:32 am
for the record with the toys, I just want Luna, Nightmare Moon, Zecora, Trixie, AJ and Dash.  I'm good after that.
Dude, you're not going to mane six it? What a waste...

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v158/Entertainer13/Rarity_Teary_Eyed.png)

I'm going to Mane Six, of COURSE!

... it's just that Luna would send me to the moon if I didn't get hers.  And Zecora has voodoo... that's one Zebra I don't want to cross.

Trixie? Well, Twilight has to keep her ego in check...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 14, 2012, 12:53:55 am
I don't think any of the 5 sets include a Zecora one... she's the only zebra in the show, so uses for her mold would be kind of limited. It sadly doesn't seem very likely.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 14, 2012, 12:59:30 am
I don't think any of the 5 sets include a Zecora one... she's the only zebra in the show, so uses for her mold would be kind of limited. It sadly doesn't seem very likely.

Considering they had her shown as part of the Luna/Nightmare Moon/Trixie/Lyra set, I think she's slated for set 6.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 14, 2012, 01:12:53 am
I don't think any of the 5 sets include a Zecora one... she's the only zebra in the show, so uses for her mold would be kind of limited. It sadly doesn't seem very likely.

Considering they had her shown as part of the Luna/Nightmare Moon/Trixie/Lyra set, I think she's slated for set 6.

Did they? I mean... I see all the others (and I'm pretty sure those are all set 5), but haven't seen a Zecora figurine. I'm not doubting you, but you could like link me or something? I'm really interesting in getting one eventually if it's true.

Also, Y U NO AIM?!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 14, 2012, 03:33:18 am
I don't think any of the 5 sets include a Zecora one... she's the only zebra in the show, so uses for her mold would be kind of limited. It sadly doesn't seem very likely.

Considering they had her shown as part of the Luna/Nightmare Moon/Trixie/Lyra set, I think she's slated for set 6.

Did they? I mean... I see all the others (and I'm pretty sure those are all set 5), but haven't seen a Zecora figurine. I'm not doubting you, but you could like link me or something? I'm really interesting in getting one eventually if it's true.

Also, Y U NO AIM?!

*cough* (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/02/celestia-is-finally-white.html)

Either you don't visit EqD much, or you totally missed this.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 14, 2012, 03:38:33 am
*cough* (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/02/celestia-is-finally-white.html)

Either you don't visit EqD much, or you totally missed this.

Oh, I remember that one. But I thought we were talking about the blind-bag figures...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on March 14, 2012, 06:19:20 am
So (http://darkfiretaimatsu.xanga.com/759833075/if-you-like-pony-coladas-and-getting-caught-in-the-rain/), Tai has foolishly inserted himself into the wonderful world of pony ask-tumblrs. Thus, everyone's favourite socially awkward nightmare fetishist Taipony, Pinkie Tai, is available for questioning (http://darkfiretaimatsu.tumblr.com/). I'll answer things whenever I have a mind to~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 14, 2012, 12:19:00 pm
*cough* (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/02/celestia-is-finally-white.html)

Either you don't visit EqD much, or you totally missed this.

Oh, I remember that one. But I thought we were talking about the blind-bag figures...

We probably were, and I was just tipped off by the mention of a few ponies and a zebra. ;)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 14, 2012, 07:26:08 pm
Tai? I've long beat you to it.  Noble Cause, at your service.  Cookie? Donut? They're fresh from Sugarcube Corner!

http://asknoblecause.tumblr.com/

Yae:  I've been busy! ... On the upside? I have work again! Temporary, but I have work again!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on March 16, 2012, 11:11:06 pm
New Episode of FiW!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jKBevaIttKA
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on March 17, 2012, 01:15:28 am
Oh man, you guys. I am one figure away from finishing this blind-bag set. Let me tell you, it's pretty exciting. (Not counting the mane six, since those are already done due to that one big box of 12 with the other exclusives in it. Though I have gotten the mane six at one time or another in the bags, but I send them to friends because technically they're still duplicates.)

You watch, this will be the one figure that eludes me forever, while I build up an ever-growing army of sparkly Rainbow Dashes.

The rainbow dash pile doesn't stop from getting taller!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 17, 2012, 02:04:40 am
That's cool Tai.
And guess what fellow pony freaks, I brought a custom Derpy blindbag the other day, I can't wait for it to come so I can add it to my collection.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 17, 2012, 02:39:59 am
That's cool Tai.
And guess what fellow pony freaks, I brought a custom Derpy blindbag the other day, I can't wait for it to come so I can add it to my collection.
I was taught hair braiding by a girl at my comic shop a few weeks back. All so I could personalize the look of "Blossomforth," a non-canon pony I bought simply because
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90L2tzp4dqI

Just thought its interesting that it took ponies to get me back into buying toys and customizing.

Also, for those who care, she also drew Blossomforth for me, in regards to how she should look after completion:

(click to show/hide)

Yeah, she's awesome. The pony, I mean. And the artist. Whatever.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on March 17, 2012, 01:35:20 pm
Well, if you like dragons, this episode's for you~

It did get a few chuckles out of me, too. ^-^ I especially liked that the red dragon from "Dragonshy" was visible a few times. And it seems Fluttershy hasn't forgotten her lessons in assertiveness, either.
Twilight's still putting ranks in Teleport, it seems. I can't blame her, it's a power I've always wanted myself.

Crackle is clearly kind of the dragons, no foolin'.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on March 17, 2012, 04:13:13 pm
Anyone complaining about Spike keeping the egg I have noticed some animals do not take their young back if they are touched
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on March 17, 2012, 05:07:40 pm
Interesting how the younger dragons are more anthropomorphic than the older dragons.

I'm just hoping that the one clutch of bullies isn't too indicative of dragons in particular.

(Considering how one of the initial reactions to the idea of stealing the baby phoenixes was a moment of shock, I'm betting it isn't.)

Didn't quite like how Spike referred to himself as a "pony".  But I understand the sentiment.

Also, new member of the family?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 17, 2012, 06:01:42 pm
Liked the aesop, liked the episode. Rarity coming to Spike's defense was adawwwwwable. Yay!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 17, 2012, 06:09:32 pm
Anyone complaining about Spike keeping the egg I have noticed some animals do not take their young back if they are touched

Actually, that was just stuff people made up to stop kids from picking up baby birds and trying to take care of them. Birds do not suddenly decide their children are worthless if a human touched one. In fact, most birds don't even have much in the way of a sense of smell, so they can't even tell if you've touched their babies.

In this case, the phoenixes' nest was destroyed, and they flew off with all their hatched young. It's very probable they weren't coming back, considering the egg either a lost cause or a dud. And considering Twilight has a teacher who owns a phoenix, she's likely able to find the information on how to properly care for a baby one.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 17, 2012, 06:28:11 pm
Ok, I have a question, why didn't spike grow wings in that episode when he got all greedy and "grew" up?? The other dragons kind of acted as if all dragons get wings when they grow up.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on March 17, 2012, 07:18:29 pm
Presumable because he was just getting bigger, and not actually growing up.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 17, 2012, 07:33:39 pm
Today's episode seemed kinda meh, especially compared to last weeks. also, Fluttershy is dragon-racist. but since they all seem to be dickbags I guess it's fine :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 17, 2012, 08:22:23 pm
Today's episode seemed kinda meh, especially compared to last weeks. also, Fluttershy is dragon-racist. but since they all seem to be dickbags I guess it's fine :P
Considering its apparently commonplace for dragons to destroy towns, kill bird children, steal and hoard everything in sight, I really wouldn't call her racist. Just rightfully scared. Prejudiced is as far as I'd go. If she was truly racist, she would assume Spike would grow up to be the same and treat him with the same fear.

As far as calling all the mane cast dick bags... well, other than exaggerations for comedic affect, if what they do is being a dick bag, than pretty much everyonepony is.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 17, 2012, 08:59:21 pm
Today's episode seemed kinda meh, especially compared to last weeks. also, Fluttershy is dragon-racist. but since they all seem to be dickbags I guess it's fine :P
Considering its apparently commonplace for dragons to destroy towns, kill bird children, steal and hoard everything in sight, I really wouldn't call her racist. Just rightfully scared. Prejudiced is as far as I'd go. If she was truly racist, she would assume Spike would grow up to be the same and treat him with the same fear.

As far as calling all the mane cast dick bags... well, other than exaggerations for comedic affect, if what they do is being a dick bag, than pretty much everyonepony is.

I guess I should have been more clear, I was referring to the dragons  ;D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 17, 2012, 09:13:34 pm
Yeah, I wouldn't really consider Fluttershy's fear "racist" either. Not even prejudiced, when you consider that she not only is friends with Spike, but was more interested in talking to the dragon than the new pony in town. She was more put off by her own kind than a dragon. She's just absolutely terrified of the raw power and violent natures of adult dragons.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 17, 2012, 09:20:39 pm
Today's episode seemed kinda meh, especially compared to last weeks. also, Fluttershy is dragon-racist. but since they all seem to be dickbags I guess it's fine :P
Considering its apparently commonplace for dragons to destroy towns, kill bird children, steal and hoard everything in sight, I really wouldn't call her racist. Just rightfully scared. Prejudiced is as far as I'd go. If she was truly racist, she would assume Spike would grow up to be the same and treat him with the same fear.

As far as calling all the mane cast dick bags... well, other than exaggerations for comedic affect, if what they do is being a dick bag, than pretty much everyonepony is.

I guess I should have been more clear, I was referring to the dragons  ;D
The dragons were definitely jerks. I was going to give them a pass before they descended to, you know, murder.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on March 17, 2012, 09:25:53 pm
Anyone complaining about Spike keeping the egg I have noticed some animals do not take their young back if they are touched

Actually, that was just stuff people made up to stop kids from picking up baby birds and trying to take care of them. Birds do not suddenly decide their children are worthless if a human touched one. In fact, most birds don't even have much in the way of a sense of smell, so they can't even tell if you've touched their babies.

In this case, the phoenixes' nest was destroyed, and they flew off with all their hatched young. It's very probable they weren't coming back, considering the egg either a lost cause or a dud. And considering Twilight has a teacher who owns a phoenix, she's likely able to find the information on how to properly care for a baby one.
Maybe it only applies to mammals
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 17, 2012, 11:24:01 pm
Oh yeah, Crackle is the best dragon
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gB6g8od2K-4
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 17, 2012, 11:36:48 pm
Anyone complaining about Spike keeping the egg I have noticed some animals do not take their young back if they are touched

Actually, that was just stuff people made up to stop kids from picking up baby birds and trying to take care of them. Birds do not suddenly decide their children are worthless if a human touched one. In fact, most birds don't even have much in the way of a sense of smell, so they can't even tell if you've touched their babies.

In this case, the phoenixes' nest was destroyed, and they flew off with all their hatched young. It's very probable they weren't coming back, considering the egg either a lost cause or a dud. And considering Twilight has a teacher who owns a phoenix, she's likely able to find the information on how to properly care for a baby one.
Maybe it only applies to mammals
I wouldn't think so. I mean, I usually touch a squirrel baby, squirrel mom is all up in my face, chomping away. Same seems to go with most mammals.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on March 17, 2012, 11:54:35 pm
Anyone complaining about Spike keeping the egg I have noticed some animals do not take their young back if they are touched

Actually, that was just stuff people made up to stop kids from picking up baby birds and trying to take care of them. Birds do not suddenly decide their children are worthless if a human touched one. In fact, most birds don't even have much in the way of a sense of smell, so they can't even tell if you've touched their babies.

In this case, the phoenixes' nest was destroyed, and they flew off with all their hatched young. It's very probable they weren't coming back, considering the egg either a lost cause or a dud. And considering Twilight has a teacher who owns a phoenix, she's likely able to find the information on how to properly care for a baby one.
Maybe it only applies to mammals
I wouldn't think so. I mean, I usually touch a squirrel baby, squirrel mom is all up in my face, chomping away. Same seems to go with most mammals.
Weird my dad said that about bunnies in my yard
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 18, 2012, 12:33:44 am
Anyone complaining about Spike keeping the egg I have noticed some animals do not take their young back if they are touched

Actually, that was just stuff people made up to stop kids from picking up baby birds and trying to take care of them. Birds do not suddenly decide their children are worthless if a human touched one. In fact, most birds don't even have much in the way of a sense of smell, so they can't even tell if you've touched their babies.

In this case, the phoenixes' nest was destroyed, and they flew off with all their hatched young. It's very probable they weren't coming back, considering the egg either a lost cause or a dud. And considering Twilight has a teacher who owns a phoenix, she's likely able to find the information on how to properly care for a baby one.
Maybe it only applies to mammals
I wouldn't think so. I mean, I usually touch a squirrel baby, squirrel mom is all up in my face, chomping away. Same seems to go with most mammals.
Weird my dad said that about bunnies in my yard
Probably didnt want you going around absconding with baby bunnies.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on March 18, 2012, 12:39:59 am
Is there a clip of the “usually just into fashion” line from Rarity up yet?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 18, 2012, 01:31:15 am
Is there a clip of the “usually just into fashion” line from Rarity up yet?
I almost screen capped her pose and made it my new avatar. Then I found RariJedi!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 18, 2012, 04:11:38 am
I enjoyed today's episode.  I found it amusing.  Also, think about this.  Think about how far the group traveled. From the looks of it near the end of the episode, Twilight transported them from the middle of nowhere to the edge of the Everfree Forest in Ponyville.  The girl is freaking powerful! :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on March 18, 2012, 10:29:01 pm
I like how she initially failed her Teleport.  Almost like a nice nod to D&D.  Almost.

Of course, good thing it didn't end up teleporting them 500 feet in the air, and instead just fizzled.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 20, 2012, 04:37:09 pm
So we got a new preview clip for the upcoming Fluttershy episode. is your body ready?

(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 20, 2012, 05:53:42 pm
Finally, a good Flutterdash episode, with some good Twi in there for flavor.  I'm excited!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 20, 2012, 07:43:15 pm
How do you know? You don't know! There's just a strange grey box, you crazy loons! Y'all crazy!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: MadCatTLX on March 21, 2012, 02:16:49 am
I haven't read the thread yet, so I'm sorry if this is a repeat. I'm going to post these pony political posters.

Twilight http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152658?search=politics (http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152658?search=politics)
Rainbow Dash http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152473?search=politics (http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152473?search=politics)
Pinkie Pie http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152667?search=politics (http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152667?search=politics)
Applejack http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152649?search=applejack (http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152649?search=applejack)
Fluttershy http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152659?search=politics (http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152659?search=politics)
Rarity http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152675?search=politics (http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152675?search=politics)

The Twilight one is most interesting because of the discussion it spawned on the page. I have to agree with the commenter who goes by DeeperMadness, "That is the most appalling use of Twilight I've seen since Stephanie Meyer discovered word processing programs."

Also

(http://img.ponibooru.org/_images/3eebc48e76f30e5524df9138db78721a/110266%20-%20boot_to_the_head%20meta%20not_a_pony%20no_but_its_Vermin%20politics%20vermin_supreme.png)
 
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 21, 2012, 12:07:53 pm
I think the Rainbow Dash one is more interesting for the .gifs the commentators posted than the actual image :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: MadCatTLX on March 21, 2012, 02:36:43 pm
I think the Rainbow Dash one is more interesting for the .gifs the commentators posted than the actual image :P

Yeah.

(http://i.imgur.com/fHN9Z.gif)

Scootaloo imitating what she saw Rainbow doing the other night.

(http://www.nickutopia.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Nigel-Thornberry-Bonjour.gif)

And here's Rabbit's new sig.

Then you have these three. (NSFW)
(click to show/hide)

Then we have the awesome gifs on this page (also NSFW) http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152577?search=applejack (http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152577?search=applejack)  I agree with the Rainbow Dash gif.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 21, 2012, 03:31:11 pm
Regarding the Twilight poster, I think users "CronoM" and "PhilSrobeighn" need to learn how to mind their own business, and that there still many kids who are in the foster care system without adoptive parents to call their own, and sometimes spend their whole childhoods without a home to call there own. With bans on adopting out to certain couples, because of their sexual orientation, it makes it more harder to find a home. If they really don't like abortion, than they should start giving money to decent sex ed, and not this "don't have sex until you are able to care for a kid" bs.

Also its about time you started posting in here, MadCat
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on March 21, 2012, 06:31:19 pm
I haven't read the thread yet, so I'm sorry if this is a repeat. I'm going to post these pony political posters.

<snip>

(http://img.ponibooru.org/_images/3eebc48e76f30e5524df9138db78721a/110266%20-%20boot_to_the_head%20meta%20not_a_pony%20no_but_its_Vermin%20politics%20vermin_supreme.png)
 

Rarity's is also interesting.

Also, Newt Gingrich 2012, so we can send dangerous villains to the Moon.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 22, 2012, 12:53:45 am
I don't even know what the episode's about this week.  Please don't spoil it or I will find you and shit in your mailbox. I just hope none of you have scat fetishes! ;)

I just came here to say two thing:

1.  Thank you for using spoilers, Dakota Bob!
2.  I just realized that I'm at 899 posts, and I wanted #900 to be in the pony thread. :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 22, 2012, 02:21:29 am
http://valkyrie-girl.deviantart.com/art/Wonder-Filly-291653924

Just some fan art I'd think we all could enjoy.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on March 22, 2012, 05:07:21 am
Oh god, I love ponyblogging so much~  Updating my tumblr makes me feel fulfilled somehow. >w>

I don't even know what the episode's about this week.  Please don't spoil it or I will find you and shit in your mailbox. I just hope none of you have scat fetishes! ;)

Aaaaaaaand then I thought about Sweetiepoo again. D=
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on March 22, 2012, 05:07:53 am
I haven't read the thread yet, so I'm sorry if this is a repeat. I'm going to post these pony political posters.

Twilight http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152658?search=politics (http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152658?search=politics)
Rainbow Dash http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152473?search=politics (http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152473?search=politics)
Pinkie Pie http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152667?search=politics (http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152667?search=politics)
Applejack http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152649?search=applejack (http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152649?search=applejack)
Fluttershy http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152659?search=politics (http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152659?search=politics)
Rarity http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152675?search=politics (http://ponibooru.413chan.net/post/view/152675?search=politics)

The Twilight one is most interesting because of the discussion it spawned on the page. I have to agree with the commenter who goes by DeeperMadness, "That is the most appalling use of Twilight I've seen since Stephanie Meyer discovered word processing programs."

Also

(http://img.ponibooru.org/_images/3eebc48e76f30e5524df9138db78721a/110266%20-%20boot_to_the_head%20meta%20not_a_pony%20no_but_its_Vermin%20politics%20vermin_supreme.png)
that twilight one was so goddamn poorly written I couldn't tell if prolife or choice
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on March 22, 2012, 04:40:30 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlZh-BcgYVg

BEHOLD.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 22, 2012, 05:24:18 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlZh-BcgYVg

BEHOLD.

(http://alltheragefaces.com/img/faces/png/surprised-rainbow-face.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 22, 2012, 11:35:44 pm
Guess who owns a Dashie from McDonald's now!

P.S.:  Her cutie mark reminds me of gatorade. :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on March 22, 2012, 11:53:35 pm
Friggin' McDonald's. My cow-orkers actually went to McDonald's last week while on break to get me a Happy Meal with a pony in it, and it turns out they didn't have any ponies, so it was a waste of time~

To add insult to injury, there were empty pony toy wrappers in the trash at work today.
At least it was only a Cheerilee wrapper. If it had been Pinkie Pie or Rainbow Dash, I would've graduated from "disappointed" to "angry". Friggin' kids.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 22, 2012, 11:54:32 pm
Guess who owns a Dashie from McDonald's now!

P.S.:  Her cutie mark reminds me of gatorade. :P

I was depressed that McDonald's was doing ponies when I have no car.

Then I saw the actual figures, and I was no longer depressed. I think I'd be more depressed to own one than to not.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 23, 2012, 12:04:15 am
Just so you know, I got the toy for $1.49.  So it's not erfect, but not only is it small and portable, but it's also relatively cheap and if you have a friend who's good or a steady hand and some supplies, you can modify them.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 23, 2012, 12:09:24 am
I got my custom Derpy blind bag the other day  ;D
It was worth it too, because it's Derpy...
(http://i664.photobucket.com/albums/vv5/Nickiecole/100_0381.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 23, 2012, 12:12:09 am
Just so you know, I got the toy for $1.49.  So it's not erfect, but not only is it small and portable, but it's also relatively cheap and if you have a friend who's good or a steady hand and some supplies, you can modify them.

Well, I'm a 40k player, so I'm used to painting minis. But sadly, I haven't had the funds for paint in a while--and honestly, it'd cost me more paint than the figures are worth to fix them. I'd have to buy a ton of colors just for Rainbow, never mind anypony else. And with colors running somewhere around $3 per pot, it'd go up. Sure, I could use the paint for other stuff, but I don't have a use for a lot of those colors in my army.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 23, 2012, 12:20:10 am
I got my custom Derpy blind bag the other day  ;D
It was worth it too, because it's Derpy...
(http://i664.photobucket.com/albums/vv5/Nickiecole/100_0381.jpg)

Huh... they did a pretty good job mixing the right colors.

Also, what book is that posed on?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 23, 2012, 12:24:48 am
Just so you know, I got the toy for $1.49.  So it's not erfect, but not only is it small and portable, but it's also relatively cheap and if you have a friend who's good or a steady hand and some supplies, you can modify them.

Well, I'm a 40k player, so I'm used to painting minis. But sadly, I haven't had the funds for paint in a while--and honestly, it'd cost me more paint than the figures are worth to fix them. I'd have to buy a ton of colors just for Rainbow, never mind anypony else. And with colors running somewhere around $3 per pot, it'd go up. Sure, I could use the paint for other stuff, but I don't have a use for a lot of those colors in my army.

You could always cover the cost by doing it for other bronies for a small fee.  Of course, I'm not sure how many bronies there are in your area and such...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 23, 2012, 12:27:52 am
Penguin Classics' first H.P. Lovecraft collection The Call of Cthulhu and Other Weird Stories
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 23, 2012, 12:31:08 am
Penguin Classics' first H.P. Lovecraft collection The Call of Cthulhu and Other Weird Stories

Ah. Thanks. I had shown it to my girlfriend, and she was curious what the book was because she thought she may have it. I guess the covers of a lot of Penguin Classics books look similar, since it was a different one.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 23, 2012, 12:34:08 am
Penguin Classics' first H.P. Lovecraft collection The Call of Cthulhu and Other Weird Stories

I thought this was the wrong thread, and I thought I had sent a message (although er...it's not in my sent list).

Then I remembered the context and went "Derp!"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 23, 2012, 12:35:26 am
I was just starting to reply to you, B-man...lol
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on March 23, 2012, 12:48:59 am
Yay for custom Derpy, because Derpy is always good~ I'd want one of my own, if I could get one. Some custom Pinkie Tai and Random Bedlam figures would be nice, too~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: MadCatTLX on March 23, 2012, 04:57:59 am
I've seen, and loved, this guy's work before(check his Pirates theme cover). I just found out he did a metal cover of the MLP theme. I can't describe how awesome it sounds to me. Like a fucking orgasm in my ears man!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSVBcm_BZRs

The comment I left on YouTube: You sir, ARE A GOD!

When I have more time I'll post my favorite brony made songs, they're awesome.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 23, 2012, 06:10:19 am
I've seen, and loved, this guy's work before(check his Pirates theme cover). I just found out he did a metal cover of the MLP theme. I can't describe how awesome it sounds to me. Like a fucking orgasm in my ears man!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSVBcm_BZRs

The comment I left on YouTube: You sir, ARE A GOD!

When I have more time I'll post my favorite brony made songs, they're awesome.

I'll see your video and raise you a hard rock cover of Art of the Dress.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJAWk2mz_oc
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 23, 2012, 03:21:57 pm
I'm still waiting for ponified Blind Guardian, myself.

*goes back to listening to Voice in the Dark and working on his fic for Conversion Day today*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 23, 2012, 05:57:51 pm
So by the way.  I learned how to add my Dashie to my keychain last night, after looking at the slip that came with the toy.  That's another selling point for the McDonald's ponies - they're portable via keychain or backpack or whatever you clip them too.  Furthermore, the ring that you use to secure it doubles as a comb for the brushable tail.  Oh, and while the pony doesn't have an accurate cutie mark, the comb kinda does.  Well, it's only one lightning bolt, but it comes out of a cloud.  Back to Dashie's mark for a moment, I think it reminds me of the prototype mark they were going to give her, although it is not colored properly, of course.  Like I said.  I think it reminds me of Gatorade.

Dashie drinking Gatorade needs to be a meme, or at least a comic/picture. XD
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 23, 2012, 06:33:33 pm
We have preview clip for an episode coming on the 21st of April
(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on March 24, 2012, 12:24:32 am
Rainbow Dash is the only athlete I need endorsing my Gatorade. I would buy so much of it if that were a true thing.

I already have some pony keychains. The crystally ones made of clear plastic and are pretty show-accurate? Yeah, I have those. They're appropriately clipped to my awesome shoulder bag (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v203/andsean/Blog%20Pics/X-masween11006.jpg).

Also, I finally got a blind-bag of Minty, so now my collectionis currently complete~
*stands over the army of 30+ 2-inch ponies and cackles maniacally*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: MadCatTLX on March 24, 2012, 04:30:45 am
Sorry if this has already been covered, I haven't read the whole thread.

I haven't had time to watch past the late first season yet so I just recently found out Derpy had a speaking apperance. I found out looking for a pony sparta remix for my 300th post(see angry dome). Video:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9GoVh0p3UnQ

In the description I saw a link to this (http://www.change.org/petitions/save-derpy-and-hasbros-creative-process), a petition to save Derpy. It appears after the episode first aired someone complained and they edited Derpy's name out. I looked it up on the MLP wiki to check if this was true, and it was. I RAGE'd the hardest I have in a while.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVu949oYnXg

 I continued reading and it seems that they put the original back in the DVD and recent reruns. It didn't say if the Itunes version was changed back, though I watch the episodes on YouTube so it doesn't matter to me.

Can anyone confirm if they did undo the changes? If not, then see the second video.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on March 24, 2012, 05:15:14 am
I can definitely confirm that the DVD has the true and original Derpy voice and name inclusion, at the very least. It's pretty awesome.

It's pretty awesome that episode's on the DVD at all, because it's one of the all-time greats.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on March 24, 2012, 01:34:15 pm
Aw, that was a sweet episode. Fluttershy is so lovable. I really like the way Rainbow Dash encouraged her gently instead of her usual way. It speaks a lot of their friendship, I think.

But creepy overmuscled pony scares me. D=
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 24, 2012, 04:34:56 pm
But creepy overmuscled pony scares me. D=

You're not the only one, remember kids ponies and steroids don't mix well.

@MadCat, Derpy was only changed on the Itunes version, the episode on the reruns and the DVD are as they originally appear, sadly too many broines acted as if the world was ending for little reason, even so to troll and leave horrible messages behind on someone's DA page, blaming them for the whole Derpy mess.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: MadCatTLX on March 24, 2012, 05:15:40 pm
But creepy overmuscled pony scares me. D=

You're not the only one, remember kids ponies and steroids don't mix well.



Here's a real horse that's muscled out. Not sure if it's real but I think it is.

(http://equineink.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/kids-classic-style-running_sm-copy.jpg)

And here's a dog that has been confirmed as not being 'shopped by snopes. I think they said it was some kind of genetic thing.

(http://a2.img.mobypicture.com/f6971a48bc38f6617861cb0c284d998a_view.jpg)

Also, Horseforum.com (http://www.horseforum.com/) (Where i got the first picture, it appears to be a massive site.) y u no haz My Little Pony thread? I checked out of curiosity.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 24, 2012, 05:33:37 pm
The Horse photo isn't that creepy (maybe because the horse is larger in size), but the dog sure is.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 24, 2012, 06:40:43 pm
Wow.  I was busy with other stuff today and forgot today was pony episode day.  I just saw it on YT.  That was amazing even by FiM's already high standards, I think.  Tears weren't running down my cheeks, but my eyes were a bit watery by the end.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: MadCatTLX on March 24, 2012, 06:43:55 pm
The Horse photo isn't that creepy (maybe because the horse is larger in size), but the dog sure is.

And like I said, the dog one is real.


I just found this.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cg-_HeVNYOk

I almost cried.

This video here sums up my thoughts pretty well on the whole Derpy matter.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gB_cb5ELYII

Is the name Ditzy really any better than Derpy? Does this shit mean we're never gonna hear Derpy speak again? If so then I'm a tad pissed off.

 As the video said, what about Spongebob and Patrick? I remember plenty of episodes that made fun of Patrick being stupid, and that was completely intentional.

On a lighter note:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h0l28Qmj9MY
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 24, 2012, 06:56:16 pm
I just watched the ending again.  Okay.  The tears are running down my cheeks.  This episode did it.  I cried.  I haven't cried from any of the other episodes, but this one?  Totally made me cry.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 24, 2012, 07:39:55 pm
Fluttershy is such a badass, she can totally wreck your shit. a great episode, and some of the best Dash moments of the season to boot.

Also, that LSD moment was freaky as hell. if you've seen the episode, you'll know what I'm talking about.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 24, 2012, 07:41:51 pm
yyyyep, looks like I need to marathon pony.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 24, 2012, 08:06:05 pm
Steroid Pony is the best pony....YEEEAAAAAAHHH!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LCkACnhvXI
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 24, 2012, 11:24:06 pm
Well... that episode was really great. In a lot of ways, I think it taught us more about Rainbow Dash than it did about Fluttershy.

And it just had to come out while I'm trying to write an AppleDash fic... now I can think of is how tender Rainbow was being to Fluttershy...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on March 25, 2012, 02:03:46 pm
Is Rainbow Dash... actually going through character development... without being the focus of an episode?

GG, storywriters.  G fucking G.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 25, 2012, 10:14:32 pm
Ok, what has everypony's favorite song of the season so far??
Mine is Smile, Smile, Smile, but I'm a sucker for a Pinkie Pie song..
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=czOlT05QABk
 ;D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on March 25, 2012, 10:23:52 pm
Ok, what has everypony's favorite song of the season so far??
Mine is Smile, Smile, Smile, but I'm a sucker for a Pinkie Pie song..
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=czOlT05QABk
 ;D

I agree, this is probably pretty much the best song ever. Warm fuzzies~

The Flim Flam Brothers' song probably takes second.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 25, 2012, 10:30:52 pm
For this season? Hmm... I kinda wanna say the song from May The Best Pet Win, but I'm kind of a sucker for anything with Rainbow Dash.

Though Winter Wrap-Up is easily the best song of all time.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: SkyTrekTower on March 25, 2012, 10:30:57 pm
^Beat me to it.

My favorite is the "Find a Pet" song, followed by "Smile, Smile, Smile" and then the Flim Flam Brother's song.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NtAVuyBlwsk
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on March 25, 2012, 10:37:48 pm
3:24 freaks me out.

I like winter wrap up.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 25, 2012, 10:41:52 pm
My list for this season is:
1. Smile, Smile, Smile
2. Find A Pet
3. Becoming Popular(The Pony Everypony Should Know)
4. The Flim Flam Bros song
5. The Pinkie Pie Piggy song (the one from "Baby Cakes")

My all time favorite is Art Of The Dress
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on March 26, 2012, 12:57:25 am
Becoming popular and Flim Flam Bros since it reminds me of the monorail song
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 26, 2012, 11:56:04 am
Becoming popular and Flim Flam Bros since it reminds me of the monorail song

The Flim Flam bros. song is a rip off of the Monorail Song from the Simpsons, which in itself a rip off of Ya Got Trouble (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qam1fbQmA_s&feature=related) from The Music Man
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on March 26, 2012, 01:33:40 pm
Becoming popular and Flim Flam Bros since it reminds me of the monorail song

The Flim Flam bros. song is a rip off of the Monorail Song from the Simpsons, which in itself a rip off of Ya Got Trouble (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qam1fbQmA_s&feature=related) from The Music Man
Fun fact said song got many bronys to check out the music man
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 26, 2012, 03:30:37 pm
Becoming popular and Flim Flam Bros since it reminds me of the monorail song

The Flim Flam bros. song is a rip off of the Monorail Song from the Simpsons, which in itself a rip off of Ya Got Trouble (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qam1fbQmA_s&feature=related) from The Music Man
Fun fact said song got many bronys to check out the music man

Speaking of ponies getting me to check other things out...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JDVFuC6yXNA

Yeah, I know this is from Sunday In The Park With George from Sondheim

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-836TtoF_5I

Of course, the pony version is with Rarity. <3

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSbXGsysAAk

Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 27, 2012, 06:27:35 am
So I caved.  I bought the entire McDonald's set tonight.  At my McDonald's, that means the following.

Keychain Rarity
Keychain Applejack
Keychain Fluttershy
Keychain Lily Blossom - I made up a brief history for her.  According to me, she's a horticulture specialist from Manehattan with her own private garden on top of a skyscraper with no roof access.  She is a pegasus pony, after all.
Keychain Pinkie Pie
Stand Rarity
Stand Celestia

I understand that a few of the toys are from last year.

Oh, and don't forget about Dashie.  I have her linked to the sub-chain that holds my car keys. XD  If I had a custom Cerberus keychain, he'd go on the house key ring.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on March 27, 2012, 06:57:14 am
I know there should be a Cheerilee in there somewhere, because I found the bag for her in one of the trash cans at work...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 28, 2012, 05:56:51 pm
They had to start the new shipment to get her.  I now own her, and have spent..um, a decent amount of money on ponies.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Iczerfour on March 28, 2012, 11:17:08 pm
*remembers He know some one with a plotter*  I'm gonna ask a friend if i can use his plotter to print a giant picture of twilight sparkle. 
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on March 29, 2012, 07:00:11 am
Put me down for “Find a Pet” as well.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on March 29, 2012, 06:34:34 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IuMA_D9axKI
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 29, 2012, 11:00:51 pm
After much research and repairs by the greatest scientific minds in ponydom...

(http://pinkie.ponychan.net/chan/files/src/133115985027.png)

...my computer now works! The panicking can cease, I have returned, ready to give my opinion on the latest episode, and...

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v158/Entertainer13/SorryDash.png)

...I see. Anypony, I really enjoyed the episode, despite the lack of fabulousity. No Rarity, but my toy-only pony is now canon!

(http://i.neoseeker.com/mgv/60953-Shadow%20of%20Death/953/117/blossomforth_display.png)

...I return to the internets, and here I am. Not the hairstyle I'd chosen, but adorable freckles, BUT the cause for massive sickness, the tricky little filly! Overall, happy to see she exists. She's not the somewhat shy artist I'd made her, but I can work with spunky lil' pony just fine.

In other pony news, I still can't get Dash, Twilight or Miss Rarity from McDonalds. ~sigh~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 30, 2012, 12:43:56 am
Good to see you back, E13! *flutteryay*

Major question for everypony! As I will be attending Bronycon as a member of Equestria Daily staff, along with our bad-flank wolf sysadmin Keiro, is ANYPONY else coming? There are plans to have Miles and Vormir (Miles' mate) there as well! Anypony at all?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 30, 2012, 01:18:46 am
Sadly, I live way too far away to attend on my budget.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on March 30, 2012, 01:53:19 am
I could live right next door to it and be unable to attend due to lack of finances D:
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on March 30, 2012, 02:11:14 am
I could totally make it if I wanted to spend all my tax rebate. Instead, that's going to my comp and my Vegas trip this July.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v158/Entertainer13/Concerned_Diamond_Tiara_S2E12.png)
Sorry!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 30, 2012, 02:16:00 am
Addendum for those that DO want to come:  As friends of Equestria Daily staff, we could get you in the door for free, if it helps.

But I do understand about finances.  I need to find work before I can go!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 30, 2012, 02:19:53 am
Addendum for those that DO want to come:  As friends of Equestria Daily staff, we could get you in the door for free, if it helps.

But I do understand about finances.  I need to find work before I can go!

Unless that includes in the door of an airplane for free as well, I'm afraid I'm stuck in Florida during the con. ^^;
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on March 30, 2012, 02:55:48 am
I'm actually in Wisconsin.

Dunno where it is or how far it is, but to be honest, I doubt I'd come anyways because I hate crowds :S
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on March 30, 2012, 03:49:33 am
Man, I'd totally go to places if I didn't have to pay, didn't have to travel myself, and didn't have to work five days a week~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on March 30, 2012, 10:24:35 am
Addendum for those that DO want to come:  As friends of Equestria Daily staff, we could get you in the door for free, if it helps.

But I do understand about finances.  I need to find work before I can go!

Unless that includes in the door of an airplane for free as well, I'm afraid I'm stuck in Florida during the con. ^^;

Florida?  How did I miss that you lived down here too?

You'll have to count me out too.  I'm probably going to hit FL Supercon instead.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Iczerfour on March 30, 2012, 03:27:53 pm
im in Florida too...  I have no money at the moment... :(
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 30, 2012, 04:46:35 pm
Icezer, L and Yae all in the same state? I know another pony down there, a fellow pre-reader... I smell a meet and greet possible!

(on that same note, how a con hasn't started in Florida yet, I do not know.  That'd be awesome)

For the others:  Bronycon June is taking place in New Jersey at a rather nice convention center, just over the border from New York.  It's about a four hour drive for me.  I'm gonna need a full tank...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on March 31, 2012, 12:48:56 am
Hey, if anyone wants to pick me up and let me be a freeloader, I'd be happy to go~  I just need time to take off work and save some money.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 31, 2012, 11:51:59 am
Priesting, I would love to go, and you can pick me upon the way since I live an hour away from you, I don't know what dates it is on so I can request those days off.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on March 31, 2012, 01:33:22 pm
Well, that was an interesting episode. Though that photo of Rainbow in the paper made her look less like a "softie" and more like a "porn star".

The AJ/Big Mac role reversal had me laughing so hard.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 31, 2012, 05:24:14 pm
 So many fandom nods.  Oh my goodness.

Oh, and let's see...oh yeah!

My life is complete! (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/03/foxtrot-features-ponies.html) ;D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 31, 2012, 07:35:03 pm
Big Mac getting super mad at the CMC made me have many feels. Also, the NyanDash poster made a re-appearance in this episode.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on March 31, 2012, 07:48:56 pm
I missed this episode again...was in a psych hospital.

What did I miss and what is the episode called so that I can look it up?

Also, Priestling, I'm jealous. I so want to attend but I have no finances as well, I only wish they would have a MLP convention in my city.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 31, 2012, 08:13:51 pm
I missed this episode again...was in a psych hospital.

What did I miss and what is the episode called so that I can look it up?

Also, Priestling, I'm jealous. I so want to attend but I have no finances as well, I only wish they would have a MLP convention in my city.

S02E23 "Ponyville Confidential"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on March 31, 2012, 08:37:02 pm
I missed this episode again...was in a psych hospital.

What did I miss and what is the episode called so that I can look it up?

Also, Priestling, I'm jealous. I so want to attend but I have no finances as well, I only wish they would have a MLP convention in my city.

S02E23 "Ponyville Confidential"

Thanks, I'll look it up but I'll watch later.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 31, 2012, 09:11:55 pm
Cute episode, I always love seeing Rarity get mad, and seeing Diamond Tiara get whats coming to her.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on March 31, 2012, 09:50:00 pm
Episodes like this are why I bought that set of Cutie Mark Crusader toys~  That's all I can really say.

Next week: another Pinkie Pie episode? Buck yes. <3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on April 01, 2012, 12:48:55 am
I love those crusdaders! Rarity was delightful, too!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on April 01, 2012, 02:51:50 pm
(http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m1bf6phrOv1qjqw9ko1_500.png)

Can't wait!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on April 01, 2012, 05:34:19 pm
I can see some people thinking of this episode as a little heavy-handed, but I didn't mind.

I also like how they subverted the "reverse blackmail" trope.  I don't know the name or if there's a page, but they did.  Rightfully so too.  Not only was it a good moral lesson, but sensible.  After all, getting Diamond Tiara wouldn't have solved shit.  Everypony would still not trust them, and even less so if they didn't want to fix things.  Bravo, CMC.  CMC are best fillies.

On another note:  There's a lot of nonstandard character design going on this season.  Featherweight is a key example.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on April 01, 2012, 08:11:23 pm
On another note:  There's a lot of nonstandard character design going on this season.  Featherweight is a key example.

Another good example is the Steroid Pony from the last episode
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X_qaWhnxsMA

I'm sorry, I like him.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 04, 2012, 03:27:05 pm
Ah, Roid Pony... he was one of the best parts.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on April 04, 2012, 05:34:18 pm
You know, as the end of the season looms, I find myself wishing that A Canterlot Wedding was going to be shown over two weeks instead of both at once. Not because I don't want to see how it ends, but because it would mean one less week of drought before season 3 starts.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on April 04, 2012, 07:56:28 pm
Ah, Roid Pony... he was one of the best parts.

YEAH!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 04, 2012, 10:43:27 pm
Yae:  We survived the last drought, we'll survive this just fine.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on April 04, 2012, 10:59:57 pm
Yae:  We survived the last drought, we'll survive this just fine.

But at what cost? Good ponies are going to die when magic runs low. If not directly by starvation, then by others looking to horde friendship.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on April 04, 2012, 11:47:25 pm
I could never feel a drought, not while I'm ponyblogging~

Seriously, answering that one ask I get a week is probably the most fulfilling feeling I've ever felt. >w>
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 05, 2012, 09:47:50 am
haybales, Tai, I don't even get an ask once a week... more like once a month if I'm lucky... but y'know what? I still love my tumblr.

Wouldn't trade the social love I have for the folks on there for all the bits in Equestria.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on April 05, 2012, 04:00:55 pm
Once a week was probably generous, I admit. I don't really have any perspective, I've only been doing it a couple weeks at best~

And either way, I'm disallusioned by how many questions Bedlam gets, so... ^-^
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 05, 2012, 05:55:40 pm
Once a week was probably generous, I admit. I don't really have any perspective, I've only been doing it a couple weeks at best~

And either way, I'm disallusioned by how many questions Bedlam gets, so... ^-^

You should see Raikissu, or Carni... as in the My Little Chubbies and Ask Velvet tumblrs, respectively.  Never mind John Joseco (Ask Molestia and the bad motherbucker that gives us The Lounge webcomic)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on April 05, 2012, 06:23:39 pm
And...Blossomforth is sold out of the stores. XD I should have seen this coming.

Time to call Toys 'R Us about ordering in some ponies... >.>
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on April 05, 2012, 06:32:47 pm
And...Blossomforth is sold out of the stores. XD I should have seen this coming.

Time to call Toys 'R Us about ordering in some ponies... >.>
She hasn't been regularily available for some time, having come from the first wave waaaaaay back. I had to go to ebay when I bought her a good two months before she became canon.

EDIT

I spent a good two days trying to make Blossomforth's hair just how I wanted it before giving up and letting an actual girl handle her. (She's been bragging to the other's about it ever since!). Sadly, I went a different direction than the show.

I also discovered some "Squinkies" for five bucks that had a decent white cat that isn't clinging to a basket. The rest of the litter have been adopted by Fluttershy.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v158/Entertainer13/Photo48.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on April 05, 2012, 11:42:27 pm
So guys...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9zI2B8jKCQ

Not only that, but...

http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/04/ponies-takes-top-place-on-netflix.html

Fuck yeah!  Oh, and as of this post, ponies have been on Netflix for only 4 days.  It hasn't even been a fucking week and it's exploded in popularity.  Oh, and...

http://www.fool.com/investing/general/2011/07/18/netflixs-european-vacation.aspx

Netflix is growing.  Bronies the world, rejoice!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on April 06, 2012, 12:03:41 am
Does anyone have any idea how to make Pinkie Pie's hair poofy, like it is on the show??
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on April 06, 2012, 12:21:01 am
Show her some rainbooms.

Alternately, the plastic toys seem to interpret her hair as "like, a million swirls", so perhaps try some curlers.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on April 06, 2012, 01:15:05 am
Thanks
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on April 06, 2012, 01:22:27 am
One strategy could be to wrap the hair around some pencils or some such, then give it a blast from a hair drier. Just be careful not to let the hair melt entirely. But the heat should help set the plastic hair strings to a new shape.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 06, 2012, 02:50:22 am
What Yae said.  I remember my sister and cousins using that trick when I was a colt.  Tight-wrapped curls for Pinkie, a loose spiral for Rarity.  Three, four seconds, tops, and that should do it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on April 06, 2012, 09:22:31 am
Saw this video with a bunch of criticisms of Brony culture and I thought it had valid points. Just wondering what everybody else thought.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YrH5Ht47yAg
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on April 06, 2012, 11:05:44 am
Saw this video with a bunch of criticisms of Brony culture and I thought it had valid points. Just wondering what everybody else thought.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YrH5Ht47yAg

Maybe it does make some valid points.

However, when the thumbnail has subtitles asking how you can "out-asshole" a fucking terrorist, then I have a hard time wanting to spend 40 minutes of my time listening to it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on April 06, 2012, 11:13:33 am
I believe at that point in the video he is referring to his experiences with 4Chan.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on April 06, 2012, 12:20:57 pm
I agree there are way too many assholes in the fandom.
On the subject of the inconsistencies,
1. Doesn't Twilight keep on refering to Nightmare Moon, as the Mare in the Moon in pilot, so it is possible that part of the legend was lost over time, it does happen IRL.
2. Twilight was an asocial bookworm, when she attended Celestia's school, so it's very possible she didn't go out much, so it's possible the upper crust of Cantorlot don't know about her. Also IRL, people seem to have short memories, so according the show it seems to be the same with ponies.

About the origin of the fan base it may have started with 4chan for many, but I'm sure many have different stories, I've never been on 4chan, and I started watching it out of nostalgic reasons(I loved G1 MLP as a kid) and if it wasn't for my mom telling me that MLP was on, I probably would have not found out about it until later.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on April 07, 2012, 03:38:03 am
Every fandom has assholes. The bigger the fandom, the bigger the assholes.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on April 07, 2012, 04:55:40 am
I plan to get to bed soon so I can watch ponies with my girlfriend on livestream.  If Burger King fucking carried The Hub, I'd watch it there, but they don't so they can bugger off.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on April 07, 2012, 01:32:22 pm
Tahaha, that was a great episode~  Pinkie Pie, you are an effervescent fountain of delight, and I love you very much. ^-^

Oh, and the parodies~ I don't think I've laughed so hard in quite a while.

A Pinkie Pie episode being excellent? Wow, what a surprise. =3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on April 07, 2012, 02:21:15 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95_1fPf2dhs

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FzozSSGETJo

Part of me doesn't want to deride these people merely because of their age, but another part is saying, "Pfft, teenagers.  What the fuck do they know anyway?"  There's like one kid who's a brony, at least.  The rest of them range from somewhat cool to just plain annoying douches who've been shaped by all that stupid narrow minded boy/girl segregation shit their whole life.

I do like the one line about the girl who mentions that nobody gets in her face for liking Buzz Lightyear.

And here's their reaction:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7O3tAhQVU3k
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on April 07, 2012, 04:43:03 pm
I don't think I've laughed as hard as I did at a FiM episode than at that Bond parody "Here, hold my drink, gotta go destroy a cake"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on April 07, 2012, 05:12:39 pm
The Bond bit really was the best part of the show. I had many lulz.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on April 07, 2012, 07:05:42 pm
Is it bad that 5 minutes into the episode I had to get something sweet to eat??
The Bond part was too funny, especially seeing the Berry Punch & Carrot Top being his groupies
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on April 08, 2012, 01:02:56 pm
So I caught 3/4 of the pony part of today's Marathon.

1st:  Dunno.  New episode re-air perhaps.
2nd: Sweet and Elite
3rd:  Baby Cakes
4th:  A Friend In Deed
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on April 08, 2012, 08:19:05 pm
So, as one of the few ponies not to help ruin the cake, Applejack again shows she has the least to learn about being a friend.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bz7dtIE6kQA
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on April 09, 2012, 12:45:32 am
So I know not everyone has The Hub, but this question is for those who do.

Did you catch the pony part of the marathon?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on April 09, 2012, 01:19:54 am
I have the Hub, but I forgot about pony marathon
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on April 09, 2012, 03:03:58 am
Here is Tai's rather modest pony collection, because I can:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v203/andsean/Bedroom/PonyCollection001.jpg)

Yep, that's a full set of blind bags, less the mane cast (they're over here (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v203/andsean/Bedroom/TaisRoomUpdatePlus002.jpg), from the box set). Even that custom Meanie Belle (http://askmeaniebelle.tumblr.com/) is hanging around! I should've included my keychains, but oh well~

Never enough Pinkie Pie merch. Never.

I really can't wait until Nightmare Moon is added to this collection...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on April 10, 2012, 12:45:05 pm
My new Opalesence and my two MLP DVDs aren't in it, but here's the rest of my collection.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2flC4acZ1Vo
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on April 10, 2012, 03:44:30 pm
Well, I didn't mention it back when it happened, but I did finish getting the entire mane cast and the 3 special figures from the blindbags.

(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w35/trainercardproductions/DSC00155.jpg)

Sadly, those are all the pony toys I have. I just don't have the money to sink a whole lot into it, and honestly, aside from the blind bag figures of important characters, the only things that would interest me are plushies.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on April 10, 2012, 09:04:54 pm
My new Opalesence and my two MLP DVDs aren't in it, but here's the rest of my collection.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2flC4acZ1Vo

It says it’s private. And of all possible bad things, that is the WORST! THING! EVER!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on April 11, 2012, 08:12:32 am
My new Opalesence and my two MLP DVDs aren't in it, but here's the rest of my collection.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2flC4acZ1Vo

It says it’s private. And of all possible bad things, that is the WORST! THING! EVER!
I meant unlisted. Fixed!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on April 11, 2012, 10:34:55 pm
Magic.MOV is here! And it's awesome!

SWAG!


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGFIumhNiM0
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on April 13, 2012, 06:59:11 am
I seriously can't stop laughing at Stoner Spike, I don't know why.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on April 13, 2012, 12:41:25 pm
I honestly can't decide if I like these or not... :-\
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on April 13, 2012, 12:56:46 pm
I honestly can't decide if I like these or not... :-\

I have no such problem. I just genuinely dislike that video.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on April 13, 2012, 01:57:41 pm
So my classmate said he saw ponies for the first time on Netflix the other day with his wife after spying my wallpaper.  He thought it was okay and his wife liked it. :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on April 15, 2012, 08:09:09 pm
Glad he enjoyed it. :)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on April 15, 2012, 11:06:52 pm
I honestly can't decide if I like these or not... :-\

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/528427_312211402177720_265174720214722_791732_1043137230_n.jpg)

It probably means you like them.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on April 16, 2012, 03:44:55 am
So guys.  I was at Perkins watching stuff on hubworld.com with my girlfriend - I take issue with watching YouTube on public wifi - and without even watching the clip, I came across a massive huge amazing spoiler.  Yeah.  The thumbnail for a Royal Wedding clip has something that's a gigantic spoiler.  I'm serious, and not just trolling/trying to use reverse psychology.  Anyone who doesn't care about spoilers can back me up on this.

(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on April 16, 2012, 12:42:05 pm
Here's my pony collection
(http://i664.photobucket.com/albums/vv5/Nickiecole/100_0392.jpg)
Yes, that is a custom Derpy, and I also have the 2 Dvds.  ;D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on April 16, 2012, 07:18:12 pm
Here's my pony collection
(http://i664.photobucket.com/albums/vv5/Nickiecole/100_0392.jpg)
Yes, that is a custom Derpy, and I also have the 2 Dvds.  ;D
I find your lack of Crusaders... disturbing... :p ;D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on April 18, 2012, 07:27:29 pm
Quick toy question: You know that Rarity with the butterfly wings?  Are those wings removable?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on April 18, 2012, 10:29:18 pm
Quick toy question: You know that Rarity with the butterfly wings?  Are those wings removable?
They're built in from what I can see when I handle her at work. Besides, the only reason you'd want that is for canon modding, right? RIGHT?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p8y-Z2kFvRY
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on April 19, 2012, 12:35:34 am
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p8y-Z2kFvRY

I always loved how Rarity laughs in that episode...too funny
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 19, 2012, 07:03:01 am
Hay, that laugh made it into the soundboard, so it's doubly awesome.

Also, I need to get to work, oh muffins.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: MadCatTLX on April 19, 2012, 09:21:15 pm
So I just watched the newest episode of "World's Dumbest..." on TRUtv when I noticed something that almost made me spit out my drink laughing. John Enos was wearing a shirt that had a picture of himself in pony form. Not sure what to make of this.

I honestly can't decide if I like these or not... :-\

I liked APPLE.MOV and I sorta like SHED.MOV, but I didn't like DRESS.MOV. Having just watched MAGIC.MOV, it reminded me of several things. The first being that the R-DASH-4000 reminded me both of a couple incarnations of Metal Sonic from Sonic The Hedgehog, and also of the episode of Aqua Teen Hunger Force were they kill Carl and try to bring him back to life, including a a robot.

(Skip to 9:54)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pkcgw9K894

The other thing is Spike reminding me of my friend(the one with a bitch ex-girlfriend I discussed in the chat a while back for those that were there) when he said, "Give me a break, my girlfriend's trying to get me to quit weed". Which was rather odd in retrospect, because all 4 times they broke up(because she cheated on him with I-have-no-how-many-people, including her step brother) he went back to smoking weed, cigs, and drinking. I can see myself as mad scientist Twilight too.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on April 19, 2012, 11:34:06 pm
Double-checked. Yeah, the wings are hinged in, so they can flap and stuff.  ::)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on April 20, 2012, 06:39:55 pm
Newest Dr Whooves ep  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S-dy48WshQw
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on April 21, 2012, 08:25:32 am
Today's the day! the final is here =D the livestreams are definitely gonna be packed today.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on April 21, 2012, 08:44:50 am
Screw your livestreams, I have a television. =3

And also muffins.

And also yet another Pinkie Pie toy~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on April 21, 2012, 02:09:12 pm
Two words: Bucking epic~

Gyah, I don't even remember everything to write... Off the top of my head:

For some reason "My Big Brother Best Friend Forever" made me start to cry. I have no idea why. But I got my big Twilight plush and held her for a while.

Words I spoke at the end of part one: "Holy shit, did she just send Twilight to hell??" >w>

Changling Queen? Best design ever? Yes. Very yes. Please tell me those holes in the legs are a viable toy design, please please please~

Celestia actually doing something! Will wonders never cease??

I admit, I had no idea what you could do with an episode called "The Royal Wedding" and make it two parts, but, this is pretty much exactly what you do.

O hai, Luna. You didn't do much, but it was nice to see you again.

In summation, there is no way you could make this episode 20% cooler, no matter how hard you tried. It's pretty much awesome already~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on April 21, 2012, 02:50:38 pm
Luna: "Did I miss anything?"

YES LUNA YOU MISSED SO MUCH

HOLY SHIT

Edit: the scene with Celestias crown coming off and her lying on the floor, defeated. was not expecting that, goddamn.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 21, 2012, 04:17:16 pm
We have our theories, as pre-readers.  If anypony's interested, I'll lay a few of them out.

Also, needed moar Luna (can you say combat magic?) and Scratch.

Also also, Twilight Gatling Mage Cannon is now a thing, and effectively canonizes the Fighting Is Magic crew's work.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on April 21, 2012, 10:06:35 pm
I was very happy with the episode. I don't think it was better than the other two-parters, but it was a solid finale. I enjoyed that they didn't brony-cater too much, and held firm to themes targeted more towards the actual target audience. I sometimes get worries we, as a fan base, influence the team too much. Thankfully, this has never been fully proven.

Did I miss Derpy at all? I didn't see her.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on April 21, 2012, 11:16:48 pm
I saw Derpy once or twice, but I wasn't able to note if she was derped at the time.

Oh, that was the other thing I wanted to mention: Combat Party Cannon.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on April 21, 2012, 11:19:54 pm
(http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lmt3qdRJXT1qafrh6.jpg)

It's nice to know that Pinkie's Party cannon is not only good for making instant parties, but also fighting against changlings
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on April 22, 2012, 12:12:36 am
I think it's a shame that they only had two episodes to tell the story. I mean, they did an excellent job, but they were kinda pressed for time to resolve everything.  I think they could've had more awesome if they had more time.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on April 22, 2012, 01:29:24 am
I don't see how they could've made it longer, actually, without making it drag on.

As it is... holy crap, this was MOVIE quality work.

(click to show/hide)

In short...

/)^3^(\ SO AWESOME!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on April 22, 2012, 02:03:14 am
I saw Derpy once or twice, but I wasn't able to note if she was derped at the time.

Oh, that was the other thing I wanted to mention: Combat Party Cannon.

I saw her with derp eyes in the background.  I don't remember where, but I saw it.  I'll find it again.  I found it again!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 22, 2012, 02:28:07 am
Going to copy and paste from the pre-reader e-mail thread discussion I started after the episode aired.  Bear in mind, this was really, really hard to write, as a member of the biggest muffin pony fansite out there.

"Ironically, despite me being the one to start this thread, and initially enjoy the two-parter, and on some level still do... there's just too many problems with this season finale for me to enjoy the show, in a sense.

I realize, this is a cartoon made to sell toys to little girls.  I understand that.  But when you go so wildly off-course from S1E1 of "Celestia and Luna are Goddesses" to S2E25/26 where Celestia's getting beaten with... not much in the way of trouble, no sign of the massive amounts of Royal Guards shown earlier, no sign of Luna save for those three brief moments and lines, and no explanation as to how Cadence became an alicorn, or where she's from (is she from outside Equestria? if so, then does each province have an alicorn ruler? if THAT'S the case, then the whole 'all-powerful-deities' canon from the VERY FIRST EPISODE is thrown out the window) or any other details beyond 'she foal-sat Twilight'.  Shining Armor? why didn't we see him in Cutie Mark Chronicles? Why wasn't Twilight writing letters to him, if they were so close?

There's so many holes here that you could fly the entire Wonderbolts squadron through, backwards, blindfolded, and pulling simultaneous Rainbooms.


... ... what happened to the show I knew and loved? Maybe... I don't know.  If this is the way the show's going, I don't know if I'll even have much interest in season three."
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on April 22, 2012, 02:48:59 am
Going to copy and paste from the pre-reader e-mail thread discussion I started after the episode aired.  Bear in mind, this was really, really hard to write, as a member of the biggest muffin pony fansite out there.

"Ironically, despite me being the one to start this thread, and initially enjoy the two-parter, and on some level still do... there's just too many problems with this season finale for me to enjoy the show, in a sense.

I realize, this is a cartoon made to sell toys to little girls.  I understand that.  But when you go so wildly off-course from S1E1 of "Celestia and Luna are Goddesses" to S2E25/26 where Celestia's getting beaten with... not much in the way of trouble, no sign of the massive amounts of Royal Guards shown earlier, no sign of Luna save for those three brief moments and lines, and no explanation as to how Cadence became an alicorn, or where she's from (is she from outside Equestria? if so, then does each province have an alicorn ruler? if THAT'S the case, then the whole 'all-powerful-deities' canon from the VERY FIRST EPISODE is thrown out the window) or any other details beyond 'she foal-sat Twilight'.  Shining Armor? why didn't we see him in Cutie Mark Chronicles? Why wasn't Twilight writing letters to him, if they were so close?

There's so many holes here that you could fly the entire Wonderbolts squadron through, backwards, blindfolded, and pulling simultaneous Rainbooms.


... ... what happened to the show I knew and loved? Maybe... I don't know.  If this is the way the show's going, I don't know if I'll even have much interest in season three."

Seen through the eyes of a true prereader, eh?  In defense of the show's crew, they only have about 44 minutes to tell the story, man.  They can only fit in so much detail.  The fandom will fill in the gaps, I'm sure.

This is why I mentioned that they could've done more if they had more time than just two episodes.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on April 22, 2012, 02:49:37 am
I've got a few things to address about that, actually.  I'm not saying you're wrong to hold that opinion, by the way.

1. The Power of Love is so powerful that not even a physical goddess can fight it... even when it's used as a weapon by a villain.  The fact that even Queen Chrysalis was shocked by this is hugely telling.  Also, it wasn't "without much effort"... it's just that in a beam war, it doesn't take too long to actually resolve.

Unless you're Dragon Ball Z.  Taking 20 minutes to resolve a beam war is just not fun.

2. Luna's nocturnal.  She was asleep.  If you notice, she doesn't appear again until the night.

3. The guards were all outside, because they all thought the threat was still outside.  As you can see in a snippet, the changelings were easily capable of overpowering the guards.  VERY easily.

4. I think it's been stated that Cadence is Celestia's (great-great-great-great-great-great) Niece.  As for how she became an Alicorn, well... that's The Question, isn't it?

5. The letters were probably being written off-screen.  That being said, it's quite possible that Shining Armor was invented for this episode.  That doesn't make it bad.  As for why he wasn't at Twilight's entrance exam, well, he was probably in the middle of training.

I'm actually kinda sad that you're disappointed with this episode :( Not because I think you're wrong, but because it just seems so... depressing to have enjoyed this episode greatly and find that it caused another such anguish.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on April 22, 2012, 12:00:31 pm
I've got a few things to address about that, actually.  I'm not saying you're wrong to hold that opinion, by the way.

1. The Power of Love is so powerful that not even a physical goddess can fight it... even when it's used as a weapon by a villain.  The fact that even Queen Chrysalis was shocked by this is hugely telling.  Also, it wasn't "without much effort"... it's just that in a beam war, it doesn't take too long to actually resolve.

Unless you're Dragon Ball Z.  Taking 20 minutes to resolve a beam war is just not fun.

2. Luna's nocturnal.  She was asleep.  If you notice, she doesn't appear again until the night.

3. The guards were all outside, because they all thought the threat was still outside.  As you can see in a snippet, the changelings were easily capable of overpowering the guards.  VERY easily.

4. I think it's been stated that Cadence is Celestia's (great-great-great-great-great-great) Niece.  As for how she became an Alicorn, well... that's The Question, isn't it?

5. The letters were probably being written off-screen.  That being said, it's quite possible that Shining Armor was invented for this episode.  That doesn't make it bad.  As for why he wasn't at Twilight's entrance exam, well, he was probably in the middle of training.

I'm actually kinda sad that you're disappointed with this episode :( Not because I think you're wrong, but because it just seems so... depressing to have enjoyed this episode greatly and find that it caused another such anguish.

^^ This.

  If this is the way the show's going, I don't know if I'll even have much interest in season three."

Don't mean to sound like a bitch, but stop the dramatics...as someone who's part of the Star Wars fandom, I see a whole lot of this "I'm not going to be a fan anymore because of_____, ______ &______. And it's ANNOYING to no end. It only serves to make someone look like a whine baby. I'm not saying, you can't have complaints, just don't start the whole "I'm not going to be a fan anymore" bs. It's very unflattering looking.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 22, 2012, 06:47:41 pm
It's mostly the fact that S2E25/26 has sharply veered from the actual SHOW CANON that was used in S1E1.  That's my main beef.  To somepony that started with the show (all the way back in G1, mind you), that's watched all the episodes four times each at least, helped run and worked at major pony cons... it really, really bothers me that they've taken established canon and made it... a shadow of its former self.


In other news, thought I'd share the pain of THIS little gem of a fic.  Bring brain bleach and booze.  You'll need both:  http://www.fimfiction.net/story/22075/1/The-Gospel-According-to-Twilight-Sparkle/
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on April 22, 2012, 07:07:10 pm
It's mostly the fact that S2E25/26 has sharply veered from the actual SHOW CANON that was used in S1E1.  That's my main beef.

Errr.... no.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on April 22, 2012, 07:10:19 pm
It's mostly the fact that S2E25/26 has sharply veered from the actual SHOW CANON that was used in S1E1.  That's my main beef.  To somepony that started with the show (all the way back in G1, mind you), that's watched all the episodes four times each at least, helped run and worked at major pony cons... it really, really bothers me that they've taken established canon and made it... a shadow of its former self.

Such as??? Examples would be great, because I fail to see where you're coming from.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on April 22, 2012, 07:25:17 pm
In other news, thought I'd share the pain of THIS little gem of a fic.  Bring brain bleach and booze.  You'll need both:  http://www.fimfiction.net/story/22075/1/The-Gospel-According-to-Twilight-Sparkle/
(http://i.imgur.com/5PrVb.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on April 22, 2012, 08:18:56 pm
I liked the wedding episode.

I don't think it veered unacceptably from canon, especially since the fairy tale at the beginning is old pony folklore, from a time somewhere in between "Luna is banished" and "Luna's origins are forgotten and she becomes a bogeymare a la Nightmare Night."  It's very possible that, as the alicorns are very long-lived (possibly immortal) and unusually powerful, that other ponies might have thought they were gods when they weren't.  And lest we forget, even gods aren't all-powerful, necessarily--they're just waaaaay more powerful than most mortals.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on April 22, 2012, 09:37:25 pm
I still see Celestia and Luna as physical goddesses.

and as Season 1, Episode 1 and 2 showed us, physical goddesses can be defeated.  Celestia was sealed in the sun by Nightmare Moon.  Nightmare Moon was defeated by the power of harmony.

In Season 2, Episode 26, a villain wielding the Power of Love was able, with no small effort, to defeat Celestia.  What is Love if not the complete Element of Harmony?  It contains friendship, loyalty, honesty, laughter, and kindness.

In short, Nightmare Moon > Celestia, Elements of Harmony > Nightmare Moon, Love = Elementals of Harmony, therefore, Love > Celestia.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Iczerfour on April 22, 2012, 11:12:18 pm
this episode was awesome! we saw a filly twilight, Lyra talked!, they had some good songs, and Luna was there!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 22, 2012, 11:47:05 pm
The point of "Embellishment for the sake of the story" was also raised in the pre-reader IRC.  Thinking on it, it's a valid interpretation.  I'm still bothered because I've come to see Celestia and Luna both as nigh-omnipotent Goddesses, and... I don't know, maybe it's that view, plus time constraints on the show, that bothers me.  Several of the other pre-readers are also of the opinion that it could possibly have warranted a movie unto itself.

I'm feeling better and less... depressed, perhaps? over the episode.  It still bothers me, but I can see where some of the issues lie, and why, now.

Sorry to be such a downer, everypony.


Also, Phoe, one of the three blogponies, went nuclear with happy when Lyra spoke :3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on April 22, 2012, 11:59:22 pm
That was an amazing episode I do wish though more Vinal Scratch.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on April 23, 2012, 12:02:08 am
The only thing that bothered me about the episode is that we've seen in past episodes that Twilight can not only teleport herself, but her with other ponies. When they going to get the elements, and ended up fighting with the changlings, she should've used a teleportation spell on herself and the rest of the mane 6, in order to get the elements.

The point of "Embellishment for the sake of the story" was also raised in the pre-reader IRC.  Thinking on it, it's a valid interpretation.  I'm still bothered because I've come to see Celestia and Luna both as nigh-omnipotent Goddesses, and... I don't know, maybe it's that view, plus time constraints on the show, that bothers me.  Several of the other pre-readers are also of the opinion that it could possibly have warranted a movie unto itself.

I'm feeling better and less... depressed, perhaps? over the episode.  It still bothers me, but I can see where some of the issues lie, and why, now.

Sorry to be such a downer, everypony.


*Hugs* I'm sorry I came off as somewhat of a bitch, in my one earlier post.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on April 23, 2012, 01:41:22 am
^ Though in her defense, she's been shown to fail at teleporting under pressure, and probably wanted to save all of her power for the fight.

However, I would be remiss if I didn't say that the thought had occurred to me as well.

No offense, Priestling, but I've never come to see them as nigh-omnipotent.  They raise the sun and the moon, but can be defeated.  Otherwise, Nightmare Moon would've been impossible to defeat in the first two episodes.

That being said, they are still very powerful beings, and very ancient.

And I'm glad you're less depressed. :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on April 23, 2012, 12:30:55 pm
^ Though in her defense, she's been shown to fail at teleporting under pressure, and probably wanted to save all of her power for the fight.

Good point, her magic does seem to be a bit wonky when under a lot of pressure. The best example being her story of the entrance exam in The Cutie Mark Chronicles.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on April 23, 2012, 03:50:45 pm
(http://chzbronies.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/my-little-pony-friendship-is-magic-brony-just-read-the-darn-thing.png)

Also, as for why she didn't teleport herself and real-Cadence out of the caves, I imagine that has to do with the fact that she didn't actually know where they were related to Canterlot.  All she knew was that it was "under", but being skilled in magic, she would probably know that doing a blind teleport would be a bad thing... after all, ending up entombed in stone is not a pleasant way to go.

It also could've been that Cadence, as an alicorn, was simply too powerful to be teleported safely at Twilight's current magical level - and it didn't seem like Cadence was an adept at magic herself, specializing precisely in love magic.

Speaking of which, have you ever noticed that the only time you see her use that spell is on people who are already in love?  Nice touch, MLP staff.  It's not a spell that makes people fall in love... it's a spell that tempers and strengthens the already existing love.  Enough to make a couple forget a silly argument and remember that they love each other.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on April 23, 2012, 08:09:53 pm
The point of "Embellishment for the sake of the story" was also raised in the pre-reader IRC.  Thinking on it, it's a valid interpretation.  I'm still bothered because I've come to see Celestia and Luna both as nigh-omnipotent Goddesses, and... I don't know, maybe it's that view, plus time constraints on the show, that bothers me.  Several of the other pre-readers are also of the opinion that it could possibly have warranted a movie unto itself.

I'm feeling better and less... depressed, perhaps? over the episode.  It still bothers me, but I can see where some of the issues lie, and why, now.

Sorry to be such a downer, everypony.

Meh, you're not bringing me down, dear.  Besides, as you said, the Princesses are "nigh-omnipotent," not completely so.  ;)

Plus, everybody's going to have an episode or two of a favorite show that rubs them the wrong way.  Doesn't keep you from being a fan. :3


Speaking of which, have you ever noticed that the only time you see her use that spell is on people who are already in love?  Nice touch, MLP staff.  It's not a spell that makes people fall in love... it's a spell that tempers and strengthens the already existing love.  Enough to make a couple forget a silly argument and remember that they love each other.

Awesome CS Lewis quote, Zach.  Totally appropriate. :3

And yes, this is the way ALL love spells should be written in fiction, or at least the ones that are portrayed as actually being a good idea.  (See also:  Hearts and Hooves Day).
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on April 23, 2012, 10:38:19 pm
Actually, I forgot that Twilight teleported herself and Cadence closer to the entrance.

Well, there's still the whole "Teleportation is done respective to current location - you can't just teleport to Canterlot, you need to know where Canterlot is located in relation to your current position" idea.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on April 24, 2012, 12:55:39 am
Epic Wub Time!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sob1t-iUCmE
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on April 24, 2012, 03:28:08 am
It also could've been that Cadence, as an alicorn, was simply too powerful to be teleported safely at Twilight's current magical level - and it didn't seem like Cadence was an adept at magic herself, specializing precisely in love magic.

Nope.  Remember how she teleported them to that cliff top?  I mean, maybe you meant with great distances, but that's now how you seem to be saying it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on April 24, 2012, 05:27:52 am
It also could've been that Cadence, as an alicorn, was simply too powerful to be teleported safely at Twilight's current magical level - and it didn't seem like Cadence was an adept at magic herself, specializing precisely in love magic.

Nope.  Remember how she teleported them to that cliff top?  I mean, maybe you meant with great distances, but that's now how you seem to be saying it.

Actually, I forgot that Twilight teleported herself and Cadence closer to the entrance.

Well, there's still the whole "Teleportation is done respective to current location - you can't just teleport to Canterlot, you need to know where Canterlot is located in relation to your current position" idea.

Read thread b4 replying kthxpl0x
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on April 25, 2012, 03:09:43 am
...Pardon if my attempt at humorous snark ended up offending.

Here, have a song in apology: http://www.furaffinity.net/view/6524573/
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on April 25, 2012, 02:29:48 pm
Here, everypony, bask in the fabulousity of Miss Rarity!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Tf1rjBGQHE
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on April 25, 2012, 06:46:33 pm
Now that the season's over I now feel kind of sad, am looking forward to next season though.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on April 25, 2012, 10:52:17 pm
Watch Legend of Korra! Forget your troubles!  ;)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAwpK34ook8
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on April 25, 2012, 11:26:56 pm
I wonder how many times I'm going re-watch both seasons before the new season?? LOL

(http://fc05.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/277/e/a/pinkie_pie_approved_by_ambris-d4brtm4.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on April 26, 2012, 04:14:11 am
I'm not saying it was changelings, but...

(http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m32ffxOjZb1r2qb68o1_1280.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on April 26, 2012, 11:14:52 am
I thought Derpy was the mlp ancient aliens guy??

(http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSxRIN8o1bG2rt_pKrt4e9uk_jt6WAoZtiW7aEUUgTvpWlFRM2_)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 26, 2012, 07:56:46 pm
we pre-readers are in agreement, Chrysalis is the 'cute monster girl' of MLP, easily.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on April 26, 2012, 08:39:41 pm
I more or less agree...

...except when she first reveals her true form.

She goes from a pouty spoiled girl to slenderpony to OH GOD WHAT THE FUCK IS THAT

And then it goes normal.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on April 27, 2012, 12:07:16 am
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYk1DgaeZC8

meh...silly, Rainbow Dash is more of a Han Solo rather that a Luke Skywalker.
though this comment from the comment section is a definite win:
Twilight: "FRIENDSHIP! UNLIMITED...FRIENDSHIP!!!" LOL
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on April 27, 2012, 02:56:25 am
http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/04/season-2-finale-sets-rating-records.html

Hells to the yeah.  Damn, I think it's safe to say that My Little Pony is the flagship series for The Hub.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on April 27, 2012, 02:47:30 pm
It is indeed extremely popular. I didn't think I was going to be a fan of the show myself and here I am in this thread.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yla on April 28, 2012, 12:47:28 pm
A whole week late, I finally found the time to watch the finale. I skipped over some bits (yes, Cadence is a bitch to the others, I get it), but it is indeed awesome. Chrysalis lampshading the 'Power of Love' as a ridiculous concept got a chuckle out of me. In every other show, she'd be right. Though the ending had still a small taste of Deus ex Machina (after they had to put Dea Celestia in the machine earlier), it made sense.

For my fanfic, if Chrysalis hadn't been introduced in this episode, I would have to have invented her. I was lacking a more personal villain and she fits the bill perfectly. Now I have to get around to write it.

Re: canon, I too was worried earlier about Cadence being an alicorn breaking previously established canon, It does, but it's handled very unobtrusively and I'm not annoyed about it. If it's a problem to you, just think of her as a unicorn.


Pony-related anecdote from German politics: A few days ago, FDP president Philipp Rösler railed against the Greens in a speech, accusing them of trying to outlaw everything not fitting into their worldview with a list of made-up examples. After he mispoke "Ponyreiten"[pony riding] as "Ponywerbung"[pony ads], the Greens did [EDIT: Has since been changed. 'Twas a large pink pony (not in the FiM style) to the right of the content, with a "Ponywerbung" sign] on their homepage.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on April 30, 2012, 05:29:39 pm
So who has Netflix, and when is Season 2 coming up on it?  I mean, I don't have Netflix, but I'm curious.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on May 01, 2012, 05:01:08 pm
So who has Netflix, and when is Season 2 coming up on it?  I mean, I don't have Netflix, but I'm curious.

I have Netflix, but no clue when Season 2 will be available.  Also waiting for Season 4 of FMA Brotherhood, now that I've finished 1 - 3.

Oh well, at least I still have loads of Avatar and SG-1.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 02, 2012, 06:05:09 pm
So apparently this thing is going on (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/05/introducing-brony-thank-you-project.html)

A bunch of people have managed to raise a ton of money to run some kind of "thank you" ad on the Hub. Feeling kinda apprehensive about this to be honest but eh, maybe it'll turn out well.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on May 03, 2012, 10:01:34 am
Some people are just very grateful to the creative team. I see nothing wrong with that, but I've also bought a herd of merchendise and will continue to do so. Helping their paycheck is my thanks, so I feel no need to contribute at this time.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on May 08, 2012, 11:30:45 am
So I have to wonder who here is part a regional group and who here has gone to a meetup or two.

I'm a yes on the former and a no on the latter.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on May 08, 2012, 11:55:55 am
no to both questions
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on May 08, 2012, 01:58:39 pm
I'm part of a facebook group I don't participate in. I haven't gone to any meetups, because frankly, that's a lot of gas and money for events that usually boil down to, "Cake and watch and episode."

But, I'm spoiled and have a couple of fellow bronies to fan-gasm with, so meeting "others like me" isn't an issue.



Random topic: I'm uncomfortable with the term "pegasister." I liked the idea of having one term so as to be inclusive and not have "boys on this side, girls on that side, and you others can find a table somewhere else."

The use of "pegasister" obviously stems from the origin of the word brony coming from the term "bros." It also, however, references the birth place of the periphery demographic, in the bowels of the internet, /b/ channel of 4chan.org (b+pony). The term "brony" is only exclusive if one allows it to be. It boggles my mind, considering I've seen movements to drop terms such as "actress" and "stewardess" so as to put women on equal footing with men.

Perhaps, though, I'm overthinking. Perhaps this is merely a term some women like to rally around so as to intentionally differentiate, due to the male domination of the "bronies." I don't know. Just my thoughts, but as usual in cases like these, people can call themselves whatever they want. No skin off my nose, at the end of the day.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on May 08, 2012, 03:11:39 pm
Personally, I don't even use "brony". I'm just a pony fan~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on May 08, 2012, 11:45:04 pm
Personally, I don't even use "brony". I'm just a pony fan~
I like having a term to differentiate from the target demographic. Those kids don't need to be lumped in with the likes of us.  :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on May 09, 2012, 01:00:32 am
I thought "brony" was a gender-neutral term?? I prefer "brony" to "pegasister", I have no problem being on equal footing with the boys.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on May 12, 2012, 01:04:54 pm
It also, however, references the birth place of the periphery demographic, in the bowels of the internet, /b/ channel of 4chan.org (b+pony).

But it is channel /b/, not channel /br/. Though I suppose the phrase “hangin’ out with my fellow bonies” might result in a different sort of reaction… :)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on May 12, 2012, 02:22:49 pm
Well, the original nomenclature was /b/rony, so there you go.

Also, the lack of episodes is starting to get to me, even as a pre-reader (the really bad fic submissions we're getting are NOT helping), and I might have to have a pony marathon soon, at this rate.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on May 12, 2012, 02:27:38 pm
Well, the original nomenclature was /b/rony, so there you go.

Also, the lack of episodes is starting to get to me, even as a pre-reader (the really bad fic submissions we're getting are NOT helping), and I might have to have a pony marathon soon, at this rate.

I know, I'm kinda going nuts over here not having something to look forward to every weekend so that I can have something to watch.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on May 12, 2012, 05:37:42 pm
Well, the original nomenclature was /b/rony, so there you go.

Also, the lack of episodes is starting to get to me, even as a pre-reader (the really bad fic submissions we're getting are NOT helping), and I might have to have a pony marathon soon, at this rate.

I know, I'm kinda going nuts over here not having something to look forward to every weekend so that I can have something to watch.

I recommend Legend of Korra. But I hear that the planned seasons are running short, so I think there will be a gap between that and MLP season 3.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on May 12, 2012, 06:10:41 pm
The episode drought hasn't gotten to me yet. I'm so entrenched in Tumblr canon, I can go for months~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Iczerfour on May 12, 2012, 08:25:08 pm
The episode drought hasn't gotten to me yet. I'm so entrenched in Tumblr canon, I can go for months~

same thing here..  it keeps me sane during the Episode Drought.. *Twitch*  Mostly...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on May 13, 2012, 12:11:28 am
I listen to the music of the show in my car every day. That's my favorite part of the series, anyway, so I'm good. Friendship is Witchcraft has some catchy tunes as well, and adding them to my increasing playlist has helped.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on May 13, 2012, 03:36:44 pm
@ Plume:  specifically, Thiessen mentioned at Bronycon September that only the first 13 episodes would be mentioned.  The rest of season 3 is a mystery that Hasbro refuses to tell us.

Speaking of Tumblr... *goes to check if LMR has updated or not, even if he's getting weirded out by it finally*

Also, DAMN I wish we'd stop getting terrible fics.  Two seasons, with canon to back us up, and we're still getting 'Dash-loses-her-wings-and-gets-suicidal' as well as 'Twilight-fucks-up-a-spell' fics.  This is making me really want to make the moon cannon BIGGER.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on May 13, 2012, 05:13:11 pm
How about "Twilight casts a spell and it succeeds" and "Twilight becomes an Alicorn" fics?  Are those at all common?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on May 13, 2012, 05:37:01 pm
The former we've gotten with 'She succeeds TOO well' and something goes wrong, and the latter... yeah, we've gotten one or two a week for the last... six months? at least?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on May 13, 2012, 08:02:21 pm
Are at least 10% of them good?  The Alicorn ones, I mean.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on May 15, 2012, 12:27:28 am
No, not really.  I think we've gotten two in the last three months that were any decent.  Lemme look... yeah, here's the last good one we've had:  http://www.fimfiction.net/story/16375/Sharing-the-Night
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on May 21, 2012, 03:57:49 pm
So, after some thought, I thought I'd offer something, as a pre-reader.

For all those that read fic or listen to music, I'm going to extend the offer and do a little horn-work for you.

Give me what you most enjoy, either in writing or music, and I'll find you something that you'd enjoy, and you can go from there.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Flutters on May 29, 2012, 05:32:41 am
Okie, so Priestling (http://forums.fstdt.net/profile/Priestling/) invited me to join in this threadie, so here I am~!

My name's Pinkie Pie or Matty Jei; whichever you prefer~  I've been involved with the Brony community since August of 2011 but only massively involved and somewhat popular within it since late March of 2012~  I run several things: 


I also am a member of Minnesota Bronies and all their subsidiaries and a representative to groups in the greater Midwest, the Lake Michigan area, St. Louis (Missouri), United States overall and Zagreb, Croatia~

I'm pretty active and busy in the fandom, as you can all see~  Admittedly, I am vehemently proud to call myself a Brony and I will forever be grateful to what the fandom stands for~  The Brony community has brought me peace and fulfillment; it was a huge factor in eradicating my chronic depression, it gave me a community of people where I was finally able to discover how to be real with others and with myself, it was a community that followed ethical standards that run counter to society's 'Look Out for Number One' mentality and it has--last but certainly not least--given me something I've craved my whole life: the capacity and chance to bring smiles, happiness and fulfillment to countless people...~   I grew up watching Care Bears religiously~ I thought they had the best job in the world and the best life in the world; what could be better than making a living off of love~? I get to live that dream now in the Brony fandom~!  Love, acceptance and tolerance are best ethics~

It's nice to see a threadie here for Bronies~  It's great to see a group of ponies here working to point out social, cultural and political issues like I do~  That having been said, I passionately embrace the concept of friend-making and meeting new ponies; I always welcome the opportunity to share my positivity with others. Be warned: I breed positive chaos and perpetuate a whirlwind of crazypants~ However, I find that my unashamed presentation of myself attracts more people than it scares away, so come on in; there's lots of room in my tornado of awesomeness~


EDIT:  Got the name and profile wrong for the member who invited me...sorries~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on May 29, 2012, 05:43:08 am
You're named after my favourite pony, you have a personal philosophy and world view similar to mine, and we even share the same typing quirk~

If this isn't the magic of friendship coming into play, I dunno what is~

Let's be best friends~
(http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m4rdu9Gxjp1rtiq0xo1_400.gif)
Forever~ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4Fqz3P29k0)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Flutters on May 29, 2012, 05:49:50 am
You're named after my favourite pony, you have a personal philosophy and world view similar to mine, and we even share the same typing quirk~

If this isn't the magic of friendship coming into play, I dunno what is~

Let's be best friends~
(http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m4rdu9Gxjp1rtiq0xo1_400.gif)
Forever~ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4Fqz3P29k0)

(http://img841.imageshack.us/img841/9805/mlfw477pinkkiliikaasoke.gif)

OMIGOD YES~  I love making new friendies and you're the pony who PM'd me before I even said anything~!  ;D

New Friendie FTW~!  Nice to meetcha, DarkfireTaimatsu~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on May 29, 2012, 05:56:11 am
You're named after my favourite pony, you have a personal philosophy and world view similar to mine, and we even share the same typing quirk~

If this isn't the magic of friendship coming into play, I dunno what is~

Let's be best friends~
(http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m4rdu9Gxjp1rtiq0xo1_400.gif)
Forever~ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4Fqz3P29k0)

(http://img841.imageshack.us/img841/9805/mlfw477pinkkiliikaasoke.gif)

OMIGOD YES~  I love making new friendies and you're the pony who PM'd me before I even said anything~!  ;D

New Friendie FTW~!  Nice to meetcha, DarkfireTaimatsu~

You can just call me Tai for short. ^-^

Or, alternately, Pinkie Tai (http://darkfiretaimatsu.tumblr.com/)~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Flutters on May 29, 2012, 06:07:05 am
Okie, Pinkie Tai~  You can call me Pinkie Pie or Matty Jei~  Most ponies prefer to call me Pinkie Pie~

Also, I see what you did there~  Consider yourself watched, Pinkie Tai~!  ;D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on May 29, 2012, 07:08:38 am
I think I just got a cavity ;D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on May 29, 2012, 12:37:48 pm
Too much pink. Not enough fabulosity.

(http://img-cache.cdn.gaiaonline.com/5394f6155efe2aa28c0fce4db532e3e6/http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n302/KujaTheDarkOne/FancyWine.png)
Title: Re: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Flutters on May 29, 2012, 03:46:24 pm
Too much pink. Not enough fabulosity.

(http://img-cache.cdn.gaiaonline.com/5394f6155efe2aa28c0fce4db532e3e6/http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n302/KujaTheDarkOne/FancyWine.png)
Hehehe~  Cute piccie there~  Wish I could post a piccie, but I'm on my DROID and Tapatalk's buggy with piccie hosting...~

Anyway, nice to meetcha, e13~!  ;D


Sent from my LGL45C using Tapatalk 2
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on May 29, 2012, 05:20:24 pm
'ello there, Pinkie Pie. Welcome to the forums.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 30, 2012, 03:09:44 pm
Apparently there will be a Derpy toy (http://content.usatoday.com/communities/popcandy/post/2012/05/exclusive-preview-the-2012-special-edition-my-little-pony/1#.T8ZYj9VYvni).

I'm not sure Hasbro will be prepared for the amount of money that will be thrown at them.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on May 30, 2012, 04:01:21 pm
Making it a con exclusive is simultaneously both the most brilliant and most disappointing news I've heard in a while.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on May 30, 2012, 04:47:30 pm
I knew this thread would get a jump start for this :3

And rumor is that the Derpy toy is a test, to see how much she's actually bought up.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on May 30, 2012, 04:55:32 pm
My prediction is "insanely". That's how much.

(http://arch.413chan.net/shut_up_and_take_my_money-%28n1299989040607%29.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on May 30, 2012, 05:17:01 pm
They'll make exactly as much money off it as they do every other exclusive. They only make so many of the things, and only sell them for that one day at that one place.

There's only so much profit to make that way. It's more about motivating the fanbase than actually turning a profit off that specific toy.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on May 30, 2012, 05:30:06 pm
Oh, I'm motivated. Motivated enough to kill.

=3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on May 30, 2012, 06:53:33 pm
Apparently there will be a Derpy toy (http://content.usatoday.com/communities/popcandy/post/2012/05/exclusive-preview-the-2012-special-edition-my-little-pony/1#.T8ZYj9VYvni).

I'm not sure Hasbro will be prepared for the amount of money that will be thrown at them.

SO FULL OF AWESOME!!!! IT EVEN HAS MUFFINS ON THE BOX!!! SO WANT IT.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on May 30, 2012, 09:24:22 pm
Apparently there will be a Derpy toy (http://content.usatoday.com/communities/popcandy/post/2012/05/exclusive-preview-the-2012-special-edition-my-little-pony/1#.T8ZYj9VYvni).

I'm not sure Hasbro will be prepared for the amount of money that will be thrown at them.

OMFG, I am ordering the fuck out of this.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on May 31, 2012, 09:20:46 pm
Making it a con exclusive is simultaneously both the most brilliant and most disappointing news I've heard in a while.
The "weird, for adults" toys tend to be convention exclusives. I believe long-time pony-fans have been given one ever couple years.

I'll likely pay out the nose on ebay for it. :p

EDIT: Now seeing the dates, I am happy. I'm on vacation that week and can hopefully try and time buying it on-line. I'll have to check with my toy-collector guru at the comic shop for tips. He has to fight for those He-Man exclusives.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on June 02, 2012, 04:31:48 am
Today I bought the mane 6 ponies in blindbag form, and then gave one to each of my cow-orkers, telling them why they were like that pony and why they were good to work with.

I kept Pinkie for myself, because I like to make people smile. And I sure did that today~

I decided to cross-post this item in this thread as well, since it's relevant.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: largeham on June 02, 2012, 07:40:25 am
Am I the only one who thinks Shining Armour is a bloody stupid name?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on June 02, 2012, 08:51:08 am
Am I the only one who thinks Shining Armour is a bloody stupid name?

I think it's a cheesy name.  Which is why I like it :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on June 03, 2012, 03:38:12 pm
Am I the only one who thinks Shining Armour is a bloody stupid name?
Pinkie Pie
Twilight Sparkle
Fluttershy
Big Macintosh
Fancy Pants
Princess Luna
Princess Celestia
Rarity
Applejack
Yanky Doodle
Scootaloo

MLP isn't exactly known for it's "tough" and "badass" names. Personally, the more whimsical, the better.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on June 03, 2012, 04:31:08 pm
Am I the only one who thinks Shining Armour is a bloody stupid name?
Pinkie Pie
Twilight Sparkle
Fluttershy
Big Macintosh
Fancy Pants
Princess Luna
Princess Celestia
Rarity
Applejack
Yanky Doodle
Scootaloo

MLP isn't exactly known for it's "tough" and "badass" names. Personally, the more whimsical, the better.

With one notable exception (http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/AwesomeMcCoolname):

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v203/andsean/Blog%20Pics/71458_-_rainbow_dash_sunglasses.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on June 03, 2012, 04:36:24 pm
I dunno... when you consider that Applejack is a type of liquor, it's not quite as "whimsical" as some of the others...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on June 03, 2012, 05:40:28 pm
Well, it's hardly a thought-out list.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 03, 2012, 06:48:26 pm
Most of the stuff around AJ is booze-related... 'Applejack' itself, as mentioned, 'Appletini' in Bridle Gossip, the effects of cider...

So, she doesn't do Berry Punch any favors, is what I'm saying.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: largeham on June 03, 2012, 08:07:42 pm
Am I the only one who thinks Shining Armour is a bloody stupid name?
Pinkie Pie
Twilight Sparkle
Fluttershy
Big Macintosh
Fancy Pants
Princess Luna
Princess Celestia
Rarity
Applejack
Yanky Doodle
Scootaloo

MLP isn't exactly known for it's "tough" and "badass" names. Personally, the more whimsical, the better.

True...But for some reason Shining Armour struck me. Maybe it's just because I got used to the other names.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on June 03, 2012, 08:27:09 pm
Berry Punch is the best drunk in all of Equestria

(http://fc01.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/231/c/1/berry_punch_vector_by_axlewolf-d476ykb.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on June 03, 2012, 08:38:24 pm
Berry Punch is the best drunk in all of Equestria

(http://fc01.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/231/c/1/berry_punch_vector_by_axlewolf-d476ykb.png)

I agree, I had fun drawing her. Even if I actually probably drew her sober when I drew her, because she was the barkeep instead of a bar patron. (Who else in Ponyville would own a bar, though?)

Heck, in one pic (http://darkfiretaimatsu.tumblr.com/post/23538946633/continuing-the-bar-theme-i-seem-to-have-going), she's downright rational~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on June 07, 2012, 04:01:48 pm
Am I the only one who thinks Shining Armour is a bloody stupid name?

I think it's cheesy how the job he has is related to his name. Were his parents expecting him to be a guard, like what I assume the Apple family does.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on June 07, 2012, 04:19:13 pm
Am I the only one who thinks Shining Armour is a bloody stupid name?

I think it's cheesy how the job he has is related to his name. Were his parents expecting him to be a guard, like what I assume the Apple family does.

But almost everypony has a name directly related to what their talent is. The only exceptions I can really think of at the moment are Pinkie Pie and Apple Bloom.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on June 07, 2012, 04:31:00 pm
Am I the only one who thinks Shining Armour is a bloody stupid name?

I think it's cheesy how the job he has is related to his name. Were his parents expecting him to be a guard, like what I assume the Apple family does.

"Shining Armor" is a blatant reference to "knight in shining armor", which invokes the image of a noble, selfless knight who helps others in need.  So, in essence, they named their son after a positive trait.  Just like people today do.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Art Vandelay on June 07, 2012, 04:34:40 pm
"Shining Armor" is a blatant reference to "knight in shining armor", which invokes the image of a noble, selfless knight who helps others in need.  So, in essence, they named their son after a positive trait.  Just like people today do.
Case in point: If I ever have a son, I intend to name him "Enormous Penis".

...And no, I don't know why I'm reading the pony thread.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on June 07, 2012, 04:57:50 pm
"Shining Armor" is a blatant reference to "knight in shining armor", which invokes the image of a noble, selfless knight who helps others in need.  So, in essence, they named their son after a positive trait.  Just like people today do.
Case in point: If I ever have a son, I intend to name him "Enormous Penis".

...And no, I don't know why I'm reading the pony thread.

LOL

Someone, somewhere, is going to make a porn star Pony OC named precisely that.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Art Vandelay on June 07, 2012, 05:00:30 pm
LOL

Someone, somewhere, is going to make a porn star Pony OC named precisely that.
Considering pony porn even has its own name and subculture surrounding it, I'd be bloody surprised if it hadn't already been done long ago.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on June 07, 2012, 05:16:25 pm
Must... avoid... terrible... "hung like horses" joke...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on June 07, 2012, 05:24:50 pm
Must... avoid... terrible... "hung like horses" joke...

Such a thing was implied ;D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 07, 2012, 06:15:36 pm
Well, there's the legendary Weaver himself, with Ice Pack, Haikuoezo with Honey Dip... JJ with Ask Molestia, of course... I can keep going.  Heh.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on June 08, 2012, 12:31:28 am
What I've been wondering is, was Granny Smith still called Granny when she was a filly?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 08, 2012, 01:03:52 am
probably.  It IS a type of apple...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on June 08, 2012, 07:53:35 pm
Finished watching the 1986 movie.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypfhIE9gsH4
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: largeham on June 08, 2012, 10:28:05 pm
Am I the only one who thinks Shining Armour is a bloody stupid name?

I think it's cheesy how the job he has is related to his name. Were his parents expecting him to be a guard, like what I assume the Apple family does.

No, I got where the name and came from and why, but it's just very stupid and corny.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on June 08, 2012, 11:09:06 pm
Is his last name Sparkle?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on June 08, 2012, 11:22:02 pm
Is his last name Sparkle?

Ponies don't really seem to have last names as we understand them. They may have a "family name" of sorts that fits the predominate talent that runs in their blood, such as "Apple Family" for Applejack and her relatives. But I seriously doubt her name is actually "Applejack Apple". However, the family name may often be worked into the name itself.

Even if Twilight's wider family are known as the Sparkles, he wouldn't be known as "Shining Armor Sparkle". He's just "Shining Armor", who comes from the Sparkle Family.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on June 09, 2012, 05:03:35 pm
We might get more clarity if Pinkie's family showed up, considering she was called Pinkemina Diane Pie.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on June 09, 2012, 05:17:49 pm
Don't forget the Cakes.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 09, 2012, 05:24:46 pm
I'm still waiting for AJ and Dash's parents...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on June 09, 2012, 05:37:12 pm
I'm not. My head-canon says that pegasuseseseses are raised communally, and AJ's parents are dead.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 09, 2012, 08:07:55 pm
this is what I'm hoping for with Dash:

http://equestriaboy.deviantart.com/art/RAINBOW-FAMILY-253667639 (http://equestriaboy.deviantart.com/art/RAINBOW-FAMILY-253667639)

I just want some concrete info on AJ one way or the other.  She's REALLY gotten the short end of the stick in both seasons.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on June 09, 2012, 08:14:18 pm
I think the worst thing with Applejack is that she doesn't have a song to herself yet.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 09, 2012, 08:15:13 pm
That'd be nice too, yes!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on June 09, 2012, 09:45:27 pm
You only need a song if you have something to learn, and as AJ always proves,...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bz7dtIE6kQA
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on June 10, 2012, 12:19:46 am
Didn't know where else to put this, I think my supervisor is a brony. Tonight while closing he called one of the Sephora girls(Sephora is the makeup store within the store itself) "Fluttershy" over the walkie radio.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 10, 2012, 12:25:14 am
that's AWESOME, Nick!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on June 10, 2012, 12:51:33 am
Hah, that is pretty cool.

Maybe next time I get employed, I'll tell them to call me Rainbow Dash. I'll make wherever I work about 20% cooler.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on June 10, 2012, 12:54:09 am
Aw, it's like you guys missed my earlier post (http://forums.fstdt.net/fstdt-lounge/anything-good-happen-today/msg62514/#msg62514). At least, nobody commented on it.

Whatever, work/pony related, so re-linking~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Osama bin Bambi on June 10, 2012, 01:18:18 am
Aw, it's like you guys missed my earlier post (http://forums.fstdt.net/fstdt-lounge/anything-good-happen-today/msg62514/#msg62514). At least, nobody commented on it.

Whatever, work/pony related, so re-linking~

What did your coworkers think? Are they even familiar with MLP?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on June 10, 2012, 01:21:21 am
Aw, it's like you guys missed my earlier post (http://forums.fstdt.net/fstdt-lounge/anything-good-happen-today/msg62514/#msg62514). At least, nobody commented on it.

Whatever, work/pony related, so re-linking~

What did your coworkers think? Are they even familiar with MLP?

Familiar enough to know they're ponies, I guess. =3
They all seemed touched anyway, at least.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on June 10, 2012, 03:24:20 pm
Well, Tara Strong is awesome.

http://www.dailydot.com/society/tara-strong-twilight-sparkle-phone-call/

Quote
A mother’s well-timed Facebook comment meant the difference between disappointment and happiness for her brony son with disabilities.

Fifteen-year-old Dragon, who goes by his middle name, was looking forward to meeting My Little Pony voice actress Tara Strong at the Knoxville Comic and Anime Show. But when Strong canceled her appearance, his mother, Rebecca Andrews, wasn’t sure what to do.

On May 31, she wrote on the convention’s cancellation announcement on Facebook:

“Thanks for posting. Just wish she'd cancelled before I paid for the vip pass. Now I have to figure out how to tell my disabled son he won't be meeting Twilight. :(“

Little did she know that Strong herself was reading the post. Strong quickly contacted Andrews to arrange a phone call with Dragon. In a follow-up posted on the convention’s Facebook page and on a LiveJournal’s EquestriaMLP, Andrews posted some of the highlights:

(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-yVy9kNKQ3r0/Tn4hyAGCHNI/AAAAAAAAAKw/1AlSB5jxumA/s1600/manly+tears+discord3.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on June 10, 2012, 03:39:04 pm
Tara Strong was already awesome. This brings her more to like, goddess level.

And I'm way too girly for manly tears. I bawled like a baby reading that.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: largeham on June 13, 2012, 11:22:16 pm
(http://chzbronies.files.wordpress.com/2011/09/my-little-pony-friendship-is-magic-brony-y-u-no-like-apple-bloom-and-sweetie-belle.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 14, 2012, 12:40:31 am
Because Faust said so, ham.  That's enough.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on June 15, 2012, 12:34:55 am
Specifically, it was because they only wanted mostly positive sibling portrayals (Oh, Rarity!), and they thought that RD would not be a positive older sister role model. Seriously.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on June 16, 2012, 03:58:14 am
(http://cdn.smosh.com/sites/default/files/bloguploads/pizza-box-drawing-princess-luna-1.jpg)

Pizza Hut is my favourite restaurant forever.

FOREVER~!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 16, 2012, 04:31:40 am
Suddenly, I don't mind our only decent pizza place being Pizza Hut.  Nice one, Tai!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: largeham on June 16, 2012, 04:53:00 am
Lucky you, even ponies can't make the half-cooked piece of shit Pizza Hut we have here decent.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on June 16, 2012, 12:39:51 pm
I'd be worried that if I wrote that down, they'd go "Princess who-the-fuck?" and leave me un-Luna'd.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 16, 2012, 02:53:28 pm
At least they wouldn't send you to the sun, e13.

This is why I try to stay on BOTH of their good sides...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on June 16, 2012, 07:42:20 pm
The only reason I have any idea what the screencap portion says is the context of the resulting pizza box. The text is too damn small. (It is like the inverse of the rent (http://knowyourmeme.com/memes/the-rent-is-too-damn-high-jimmy-mcmillan).)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 16, 2012, 09:25:05 pm
Nom:  All you need to do to expand the size of images and text is to hold down ctrl (on a windows machine) and scroll up on your scroll wheel.  To get it back where it was, just do the same and scroll down.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on June 16, 2012, 11:00:57 pm
Nom:  All you need to do to expand the size of images and text is to hold down ctrl (on a windows machine) and scroll up on your scroll wheel.  To get it back where it was, just do the same and scroll down.

Which just zooms in on an already-too-small resolution picture. Now it is just a blob of over anti-aliased pixels.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on June 20, 2012, 08:59:17 pm
Look what I found in the Kid's clothing area at my job(JCPenney's)
(http://i664.photobucket.com/albums/vv5/Nickiecole/IMG_0030.jpg)

It's a shame they don't have it in at least in the Juniors sizes
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 20, 2012, 10:13:52 pm
As I'll be going to Bronycon, does anypony want me to get cards of the folks selling merch, so y'all can buy stuff?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on June 22, 2012, 07:12:16 pm
As I'll be going to Bronycon, does anypony want me to get cards of the folks selling merch, so y'all can buy stuff?
Yes, please!

Edit: Just had some hard cider. Sadly it was not from Apple Farms.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on June 23, 2012, 08:36:38 pm
Edit: Just had some hard cider. Sadly it was not from Apple Farms.

I've been mildly obsessed with apple juice lately. It's weird because I haven't drunk it in, like, 15 years. And then I started reading the Jappleack (http://ask-jappleack.tumblr.com/) archives, and BAM! Apple juice all the time, forever. FOREVER!
I guess if I had to get addicted to something, though, there's worse things than apple juice.

Forget you, I can drink all these apples!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 24, 2012, 01:42:51 am
And it's good for you anyway :3

... note to self, pick some up next store run.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on June 24, 2012, 02:02:53 am
Hecks yeah it is. The bottle keeps saying "120% daily recommended Vitamin C". I drink bottles of this stuff per week. I'm gonna have so much Vitamin C, I could release cover versions of "Vacation (http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Vacation)".
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 24, 2012, 02:15:47 am
Hay, you're making AJ proud! I don't think that's anything to be ashamed of :3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yla on June 24, 2012, 04:09:00 am
Edit: Just had some hard cider. Sadly it was not from Apple Farms.

I've been mildly obsessed with apple juice lately. It's weird because I haven't drunk it in, like, 15 years. And then I started reading the Jappleack (http://ask-jappleack.tumblr.com/) archives, and BAM! Apple juice all the time, forever. FOREVER!
I guess if I had to get addicted to something, though, there's worse things than apple juice.

Forget you, I can drink all these apples!
When you say apple juice, do you mean filtered or unfiltered?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 24, 2012, 04:20:16 am
For me, unfiltered, if I can get it.  Just doesn't taste right otherwise.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on June 24, 2012, 04:21:17 am
I have absolutely no idea~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yla on June 24, 2012, 01:40:47 pm
Relatively easy to determine: is it clear or opaque?

Speaking of apple juice, between the last post and this, I let a bottle of it drop. Ugh.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on June 24, 2012, 06:04:26 pm
I don't pay that much attention to it, but I think in general it's clear.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 24, 2012, 07:27:41 pm
that's filtered cider.  It's okay, but... it changes the flavor a bit.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on June 25, 2012, 10:36:55 pm
This should cap things off, I suppose:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ssl1RxwMWNA
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on June 25, 2012, 11:40:54 pm
I love that song, but it's hard for me to keep up with singing it out loud~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 26, 2012, 02:48:33 am
Well, it kinda is meant to be a bit of a duet...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on June 26, 2012, 03:13:28 am
The problem is that it's really fast, especially the speaking bits. I'm good with voices, I don't have any problems doing "May The Best Pet Win" by myself.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on June 26, 2012, 09:45:04 am
Has nobody else noticed that Season 2 is now on Netflix?

Seriously, it's been up for weeks.

Yay for finally being able to watch the Discord episodes on a real TV~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 26, 2012, 01:00:51 pm
... I really need to mention this sort of thing when it hits EqD, don't I?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on June 26, 2012, 09:46:54 pm
As Nom reminds me, everypony doesn't go there.

As far as the Flim Flam brothers song goes, you gotta work up to it. Get a transcript of the lyrics, read through them slowly, and then continue to build speed as you become more and more comfortable. Some voice exercises for ennunciation can also help.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on July 01, 2012, 07:41:50 pm
Finally! It's time to PAR-TAY!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3vXNTCpM6rE
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on July 01, 2012, 07:50:28 pm
I'll see your new PONY.MOV, and raise you a new Friendship is Witchcraft:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_f6pDBkNlo
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on July 01, 2012, 08:02:55 pm
Now my day is 20% more awesome!

And they can say Apple again!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 03, 2012, 12:44:43 am
Okay, for those interested, I have a stack of business cards so folks can look at art and such, and maybe commission these awesome pones.

On another note... Bronycon was on fire briefly on Saturday.  Literally on fire.  An electrical contact in one of the overhead lights melted, sending flaming plastic down onto the concrete below.  Had to call in the fire department and reschedule things and everything.  It wasn't major, but it was a headache for the staff.

The socializing? awesome.  We literally partied all night.  I bartended every night, too, meeting artists like Buttercup Saiyan (who does rule 34 art and BEAUTIFUL SFW watercolor paintings), Carnifex (of the Ask Velvet tumblr), WillDrawForFood (as in Ask Surprise), Boiler3 (whose tumblr is awesome), got downright snuggly with Fetchbeer (the resident boozing zebra, who's a total sweetheart), SmittyG (who does amazingly well-detailed art in general, even if his talent lie more in the realm of Rule 34 as well) and Lil Miss Jay (of Ask Lil Miss Rarity).

Did I mention that the mousepads one of the pre-readers was selling sold out in an hour and banked him 1200? He'll be attending next con with 200, rather than just 80.


And for the writers panel (that I was on, natch)... well, once it's up on Youtube, I'll link it here.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on July 03, 2012, 12:55:56 am
Ooh, hearing about art is a good thing. I have a pal who wants to start a satirical Tumblr pony askblog, but he is no good at arting. I told him I'd put out some feelers to my contacts in ponyland and see if anypony wants to collaborate for him.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on July 03, 2012, 03:24:57 am
Of all the footage I've seen, the most amusing thing for me was the following tweets by Tara Strong:

Quote from: tara strong ‏@tarastrong
Me & @MMeghanMcCarthy kidnapped a Brony!....details to follow

Confusion followed, but then all was explained.


Quote from: tara strong ‏@tarastrong
gave him a ride to the hotel cuz he knew not how long his friends would b & couldn't leave him @ airport, Bronynapped!

I was amused. :)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 03, 2012, 05:01:46 am
Yeah, Tara Strong was apparently made of win and badass.  Was a BITCH and a half trying to meet any of the celebs though, compared to January.  the lines were brutal for autographs, as I understand it.  Three hours, kind of lines.  At $20 a pop, minimum, times several hundred ponies...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on July 04, 2012, 01:21:42 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=93kBPeH1w8c
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 04, 2012, 03:48:20 pm
Man, we were SO swag, y'all got NO idea.

*/swag*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 04, 2012, 08:28:42 pm
I'm going to come clean, I'm not a big fan of the PONY.MOV videos. They just rub me the wrong way for some reason.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on July 04, 2012, 08:59:18 pm
I'm going to come clean, I'm not a big fan of the PONY.MOV videos. They just rub me the wrong way for some reason.

Same.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on July 04, 2012, 09:52:52 pm
I'm going to come clean, I'm not a big fan of the PONY.MOV videos. They just rub me the wrong way for some reason.

I'm still going to send you SWAG.MOV when it comes out  8)

But, the style and humor of PONY.MOV is much different thatn MLP:FiM. But have you checked out the Jappleack blog? It's building a strong story.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 04, 2012, 10:05:13 pm
I prefer Friendship Is Witchcraft, and Epic ____ Time videos.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on July 06, 2012, 03:51:01 am
Oh, by the way.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ay_1IZGxMaA

Better have an hour to spare, because this video is LOOOOOONG
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 06, 2012, 02:47:17 pm
We watched it at Bronycon, and just about everypony's in agreement:  It needed to be split into two or three vids.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on July 06, 2012, 03:16:19 pm
(http://iambrony.jsmart.web.id/mlp/gif/130500886300.gif?1316730590)

This picture is full of adorable, but then sometimes it breaks my heart because I can't reach in and pull her through the screen, no matter how close she gets. >w>
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 06, 2012, 04:12:18 pm
That's Pinkie for you, Tai.  I know the feeling well.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 06, 2012, 04:28:38 pm
That's Pinkie for you, Tai.  I know the feeling well.

Every Pony fan knows the feeling, and that's because Pinkie is the Best.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on July 06, 2012, 05:15:59 pm
We watched it at Bronycon, and just about everypony's in agreement:  It needed to be split into two or three vids.

Perhaps so, but it was an epic watch.

Also, for me, Youtube tends to save my progress, so I could literally pause the video, click it off, do something else, re load the video, and start in the vicinity of where I left off.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on July 07, 2012, 09:55:10 am
That's Pinkie for you, Tai.  I know the feeling well.

Every Pony fan knows the feeling, and that's because Pinkie is the Best.
You spelled Rarity wrong, but that's all right, common mistake.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on July 07, 2012, 11:54:08 am
That's Pinkie for you, Tai.  I know the feeling well.

Every Rarity fan knows the feeling, and that's because Pinkie is the Best.
You spelled Rarity wrong, but that's all right, common mistake.

Fix'd.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 07, 2012, 01:36:36 pm
You both fail at spelling 'Luna' correctly, it seems.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on July 07, 2012, 02:57:28 pm
It's spelled "Spike"

Seriously, guys, the spelling errors in this thread are astounding ;D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 07, 2012, 02:59:14 pm
... I'll let that one slide, Zach.  We need more Spike episodes.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 07, 2012, 07:57:20 pm
I saw some fellow bronies at the mall today, one of them even had a DJ P0N-3/Vinyl Scratch felt hat on.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 07, 2012, 08:35:47 pm
~Wub~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 09, 2012, 01:05:02 pm
I'm fucking insane, I just spent money on a limited editon Derpy Hooves from Comic con on ebay... Damn Ponies... lol
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on July 09, 2012, 03:38:23 pm
Tom is best pony.

Anyways, lets WMG about season 3.

Sea Ponies.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 09, 2012, 04:11:24 pm
Tom is best pony.

Anyways, lets WMG about season 3.

Sea Ponies.

If sea ponies exist in season 3, I'll quit as a pre-reader.

Also, it was pretty much 'confirmed with not-confirming' that Trixie IS coming back for S3.  No telling on what the plot of that episode will be though...

I'm still waiting for my Canterlot-specific episode, myself.  Luna hitting Celestia with a snowball in the middle of Summer Court, the Royal Guards out shopping, that kinda thing.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 09, 2012, 04:31:52 pm
Tom is best pony.

Anyways, lets WMG about season 3.

Sea Ponies.

If sea ponies exist in season 3, I'll quit as a pre-reader.

Also, it was pretty much 'confirmed with not-confirming' that Trixie IS coming back for S3.  No telling on what the plot of that episode will be though...

I'm still waiting for my Canterlot-specific episode, myself.  Luna hitting Celestia with a snowball in the middle of Summer Court, the Royal Guards out shopping, that kinda thing.

Yeah, I'm not big on the Sea Ponies, they creeped me out as a kid, and more so as an adult. I really don't understand why so many want them to be included in MLP:FIM.
Also FUCK YEAH, Trixie's coming back...I love the bitch.
We need a Scootaloo episode.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on July 09, 2012, 04:58:28 pm
Quote
I'm still waiting for my Canterlot-specific episode, myself.  Luna hitting Celestia with a snowball in the middle of Summer Court, the Royal Guards out shopping, that kinda thing.

Shining Armor forgetting his anniversary. Or vice versa.

Yeah, I'm not big on the Sea Ponies, they creeped me out as a kid, and more so as an adult. I really don't understand why so many want them to be included in MLP:FIM.

Because ocean.

I hope we can see RD's and Fluttershy's family. Also, should Spike and the CMC grow through the seasons?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 09, 2012, 06:05:05 pm
Quote
I'm still waiting for my Canterlot-specific episode, myself.  Luna hitting Celestia with a snowball in the middle of Summer Court, the Royal Guards out shopping, that kinda thing.

Shining Armor forgetting his anniversary. Or vice versa.

Yeah, I'm not big on the Sea Ponies, they creeped me out as a kid, and more so as an adult. I really don't understand why so many want them to be included in MLP:FIM.

Because ocean.

I hope we can see RD's and Fluttershy's family. Also, should Spike and the CMC grow through the seasons?

I could see the Shining Armor thing...

And unless we're getting a beach and swimsuits episode, I don't think it's going to happen with the sea ponies.

I do want to see Spike get some 'normal' growth, rather than greed...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on July 09, 2012, 06:35:50 pm
SHOO BE DOO
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 09, 2012, 06:38:52 pm
SHOO BE DOO

Don't make me come over there!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on July 09, 2012, 06:41:13 pm
SHOO BE DOO

Don't make me come over there!

Please do, I could use the company.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 09, 2012, 06:47:58 pm
SHOO BE DOO

Don't make me come over there!

Please do, I could use the company.

Oh yeah, I keep forgetting that's not a threat with you...

... on that note, I do plan to stockpile some cash once I have work again, specifically so I can get folks over here for visits, or me over to them...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on July 09, 2012, 08:47:01 pm
SHOO BE DOO

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sJzRTeMgQF0

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lPfEiqSjr_8
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 09, 2012, 08:52:20 pm
You know though I happen to find the Sea Ponies to be creepy, I have to admit, I like the song, and it's a total earworm.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on July 10, 2012, 09:08:35 am
"You guys drowning? Oh, that's cool. Take a breather while we sing a song. Then, BAM!, back to the surface with ye!"

Their introduction was sudden, confusing, and thankfully, brief.

I will accept this from the old guard, however:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=inaOz64_Q5k
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 10, 2012, 10:56:38 am

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=inaOz64_Q5k

Why have I not heard this song before?? This song is so full of win. I love silly ponies, though I do prefer them to be cross-eyed pegasi.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 10, 2012, 03:17:31 pm
oh dammit, E...

And Nick, it's from an old sing-a-long tape released in the UK back in G1.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on July 10, 2012, 03:30:44 pm
oh dammit, E...
Oh, just pick your favorite pony song and listen to it a couple times. That'll get it out of your head, and soon you can just smile, smile, smile!

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v158/Entertainer13/MLP/pinkie_pie_approved_by_ambris-d4brt.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 10, 2012, 03:32:23 pm
Argh argh argh argh!

That's it! I've had it! Earworm for all of you!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Rl_gxFSOuY
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on July 10, 2012, 10:17:51 pm

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=inaOz64_Q5k

Why have I not heard this song before?? This song is so full of win. I love silly ponies, though I do prefer them to be cross-eyed pegasi.

Now I have an excuse to post this PONY.MOV picture!

(http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lw3mgfbK931r5tr09o1_1280.gif)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 12, 2012, 07:33:05 pm
Yeah, I'm just going to post this here so we can bask in glory of pony toys
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LoU7DgMTa1I
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 12, 2012, 07:46:10 pm
Speaking of, the Zecora toy pre-orders went up on Toys R Us.  They were gone in five minutes.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 12, 2012, 08:31:12 pm
Well, I'm going to be a owner of both a Trixie and a Derpy
me gusta...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 12, 2012, 08:39:42 pm
Well, I'm going to be a owner of both a Trixie and a Derpy
me gusta...

All of my jealousy...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on July 13, 2012, 03:21:44 pm
Maybe I can get Pickpocket (http://askpickpocket.tumblr.com/) to steal that Derpy from you...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 13, 2012, 03:44:17 pm
I think Pickpocket's a little occupied, Tai... at least, last time I checked The Crop...

Also, for those interested in season 3 info, I've got the stuff leaked on EqD under a spoiler here:

(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on July 13, 2012, 04:49:24 pm
Also, for those interested in season 3 info, I've got the stuff leaked on EqD under a spoiler here:

(click to show/hide)

(http://i.imgur.com/3mJlx.png)
My body wasn't ready.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 13, 2012, 05:02:39 pm
I think Pickpocket's a little occupied, Tai... at least, last time I checked The Crop...

Also, for those interested in season 3 info, I've got the stuff leaked on EqD under a spoiler here:

(click to show/hide)

(http://i0.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/original/000/134/453/7-rainbowdash.png?1308091056)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 13, 2012, 05:10:43 pm
(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Iczerfour on July 13, 2012, 05:16:12 pm
I think Pickpocket's a little occupied, Tai... at least, last time I checked The Crop...

Also, for those interested in season 3 info, I've got the stuff leaked on EqD under a spoiler here:

(click to show/hide)

I can't wait!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on July 14, 2012, 12:48:09 am
All These Posts:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v158/Entertainer13/MLP/rarity_approved_by_ambris-d4cdq6y.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on July 14, 2012, 12:50:36 am
Speaking of, today I went out and bought one of the wedding sets, so now I have a Rarity who doesn't have big giant butterfly wings growing from her back.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on July 14, 2012, 02:25:27 am
>Twilight and Spike Duet
>Just listened to it

*foams at the mouth*

*falls over*

*gives thumbs up before dying*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 14, 2012, 02:28:56 am
Want to know something even better? we have a new meme:

"Making Einstein's Theory of Relativity our bitch since 2010"

Why, you may ask?

Because that duet was remixed and posted to Youtube inside of eight hours.  A song that hasn't even been officially released yet has already been remixed.  Think about that.  Then realize the sheer amount of awesome one fandom can produce.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on July 14, 2012, 03:49:03 pm
GUYS.

http://www.hubworld.com/hubworld/specials/mlp8bit/

CODE TO INPUT: HUBMLP8BIT

GUYS.

GUYS.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 14, 2012, 04:19:51 pm
yes, the game is as fun as expected :3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on July 14, 2012, 06:49:51 pm
Oh, no. A Hydra.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on July 14, 2012, 07:11:31 pm
Redemption code?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on July 14, 2012, 07:12:22 pm
Oh, no. An Iron Will.

(Okay, that is better than the hydra, just because of the gratuitous article.)

Unfortunately, Discord took Fluttershy down with him. Fortunately, it wasn’t her last life and the win counted.

Love the weaponized Party Canon.

And of course, Rainbow Dash’s special ability? Dash. It’s so rainbow!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 14, 2012, 07:16:36 pm
Redemption code?

MLPHUB8BIT , I believe
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 20, 2012, 06:44:07 pm
Awwww Yeah bitches. My The Great and Powerful Trixie Lulamoon came today. Now she isn't for sale quite yet, but on ebay(and other sites like ebay) you can snag one for a reasonable price.

(http://i664.photobucket.com/albums/vv5/Nickiecole/100_0397.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on July 21, 2012, 12:50:10 am
This is what happened today:

>The "Royal Pony Wedding" DVD: *hangs out on the store's shelf, even though Amazon saying it wouldn't be out until August*

>Me: "...This day is going to be perfect~"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 21, 2012, 02:37:48 am
Mmm... Chrysalis <3  If I weren't so devoted to Luna...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magico
Post by: e13 on July 21, 2012, 06:33:06 pm
Honestly, all of your obsessions with such vulgar and pompous ponies makes one wonder sometimes. One should always seek fabulousity!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 21, 2012, 06:45:08 pm
Says the forumite with the passion for the pony with more OCD than Twilight...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on July 21, 2012, 07:37:19 pm
And at least Twilight's OCD is endearing...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on July 22, 2012, 01:21:36 am
Miss Rarity is endearing. I honestly have no idea how you could think otherwise.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DVLewkB9iJs
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on July 22, 2012, 01:28:17 am
Speaking of Rarity, I'd like to promote my friend's tumblr~  He's been ponyblogging for all of 20 minutes, but he's heard about it for weeks from me. He needs attention, and also an artist. An artist would be very helpful. Anyway, you should probably go bother Trailer Trash Rarity (http://trailertrashrarity.tumblr.com/)~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on July 22, 2012, 02:24:30 pm
Tai, that is so delightfully WRONG. XD

Also, gender-issues blog wrote about bronies.  Enjoy. (http://goodmenproject.com/uncategorized/bronies-2/)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on July 22, 2012, 06:12:39 pm
Speaking of Rarity, I'd like to promote my friend's tumblr~  He's been ponyblogging for all of 20 minutes, but he's heard about it for weeks from me. He needs attention, and also an artist. An artist would be very helpful. Anyway, you should probably go bother Trailer Trash Rarity (http://trailertrashrarity.tumblr.com/)~
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_0zAaILUZU
 Corrected!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ys8gg-NKdD0

Seriously though, your pal's tumbler is very creative. ;)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: largeham on July 23, 2012, 03:19:00 am
(http://chzbronies.files.wordpress.com/2012/07/my-little-pony-friendship-is-magic-brony-theyre-just-going-to-change-it-anyway.gif)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on July 23, 2012, 08:15:11 am
So it's my birthday~

I know birthdays are about having fun with friends, not getting lots of stuff, but when the stuff you get is pony-based, it's still pretty great~

Specifically, now I have T-shirts featuring Nightmare Moon, Chrysalis, and R-Dash 5000.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 23, 2012, 05:08:14 pm
MUFFINS!!! My Derpy Hooves came today, YAY!!

(http://i664.photobucket.com/albums/vv5/Nickiecole/100_0399.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on July 23, 2012, 05:15:42 pm
MUFFINS!!! My Derpy Hooves came today, YAY!!

(http://i664.photobucket.com/albums/vv5/Nickiecole/100_0399.jpg)
(http://i0.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/original/000/258/098/560.png)

I jelly.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on July 23, 2012, 06:45:33 pm
Damn. That pony’s perfect Me Gusta face still creeps me out.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on July 23, 2012, 07:36:44 pm
He looks like he's going to ask some filly to get in his van.  There's candy in his van, you know.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on July 23, 2012, 07:44:56 pm
He looks like he's going to ask some filly to get in his van.  There's candy in his van, you know.

Jelly-filled candy.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on July 23, 2012, 08:14:41 pm
A special white jelly.

Okay, I just went too far.

So, um, if you want to banish me, and then lock me in a dungeon in the place you banished me to, then that's what I deserve.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 23, 2012, 08:43:31 pm
Luna and Celestia both apparently like you, Zach, so no.  It was just in bad taste.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on July 23, 2012, 10:54:32 pm
Luna and Celestia both apparently like you, Zach, so no.  It was just in bad taste.

They do? :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 24, 2012, 08:26:19 pm
Luna and Celestia both apparently like you, Zach, so no.  It was just in bad taste.

They do? :D

So they tell me, in my dreams... and since dreams are Luna's territory... I'm inclined to think it's actually Her, and not my brain reinforcing delusions.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 30, 2012, 04:09:05 am
So... I know it's short notice, but for any of the writers here, I'm starting up NaPoWriMo again for this year.  August 1st through 31st.  Unless you're submitting to EqD, in which case those submission guidelines apply, there's no real content restriction.  Simply try for 50,000 words in 31 days.

Anypony interested?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on July 30, 2012, 11:04:39 am
So... I know it's short notice, but for any of the writers here, I'm starting up NaPoWriMo again for this year.  August 1st through 31st.  Unless you're submitting to EqD, in which case those submission guidelines apply, there's no real content restriction.  Simply try for 50,000 words in 31 days.

Anypony interested?
...what on earth does NaPoWriMo mean? o.o;
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 30, 2012, 12:52:04 pm
(https://i.chzbgr.com/completestore/12/7/27/HVZSVGvtvEK7YLR0ZL4GgQ2.jpg)

 ;D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 30, 2012, 05:21:45 pm
So... I know it's short notice, but for any of the writers here, I'm starting up NaPoWriMo again for this year.  August 1st through 31st.  Unless you're submitting to EqD, in which case those submission guidelines apply, there's no real content restriction.  Simply try for 50,000 words in 31 days.

Anypony interested?
...what on earth does NaPoWriMo mean? o.o;

National Pony Writing Month!

It's based off of National Novel Writing Month, which takes place in November and of which I'm a 13-year participant.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 31, 2012, 12:18:51 pm
Ok, this is going to be a semi-rant. Are you happy now (http://forums.fstdt.net/entertainment-and-television/tv-shows-that-need-to-die/225/), Priestling?? I love you dude, but people who don't like the show don't give a rat's ass who does the voices on the show, and nothing will change their minds. Now we have what looks like a stupid thread derailment, and someone who decided to label  fans "man-children"(which some do act that way, to be fair). Did we not learn anything from ponygate, some months ago??

(http://fc03.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2011/277/6/6/derpy_approved_by_ambris-d4bv8qn.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on July 31, 2012, 03:20:13 pm
So are we blaming people for others overreacting to them?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 31, 2012, 05:13:27 pm
I'm not blaming anyone, but Priestling should know that non pony fans don't give a flying rats ass about the show or any of the voice actors attached to the show and should at least know that non pony fans can be dicks about the show, and like to label most fans as being douchebags. I don't mean to come off as a bitch.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 31, 2012, 05:44:26 pm
I just ignore it, Nick.  Love and tolerate, that's all I do :3 If I show the show to a friend and they don't get into it, I don't badger them about it, and I limit my pony references around them to keep the annoyance to them down.  I don't hold it against anypony.  They're entitled to their opinions, even if they happen to be semi-hostile about it.  I treat them like I would Trixie, Gilda, or Blueblood.  Smile, nod, be pleasant, and don't let them bother you.  I've rather taken up the policy 'what would Celestia do?'
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on July 31, 2012, 07:14:53 pm
Priestling isn't being obnoxious with the references.  If other people want to be obnoxious with their responses, that is not his problem.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on July 31, 2012, 07:16:37 pm
Seriously, it's like you can't even mention the word "pony" outside of this thread without people whining for several posts about how it's being shoved down their throat.

Kinda telling when one post is met with 9 posts of complaint.  Meaning the dislikers are actually talking about it more than the likers ;D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 31, 2012, 09:12:24 pm
If it helps, that means more press for us because folks will watch to see what all the fuss is about, and we just smile and nod and ignore the hate.  Either they'll give up, or we win them over with love and tolerance.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on July 31, 2012, 09:22:14 pm
So the show is now on during Prime Time, although I think it's just Tuesdays.  I think that's kinda neat, personally.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on August 01, 2012, 01:47:05 am
AWESOME FAN MUSIC VIDEO

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sDdL4z5qfr4
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on August 01, 2012, 09:58:36 am
Someone dissed MLP.
Someone defended it.

I don't see the issue? Did some posts get deleted? The thread discusses people's opinions on shows that should be cancelled. I don't read it since I got annoyed after two pages, but isn't the point of such threads to sometimes have a little back and forth. I don't believe a handfull of posts on the subject of the quality of a show in a relevant thread constitutes a "derail." I'd definately watch out to make sure it doesn't become too focused, but it turned to a few jokes rather quickly, so... not seeing the dealy.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xz2hsvByNno
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on August 01, 2012, 11:42:38 am
Yeah, I make a mountain out of a molehill sometimes, but I don't like to step on people's toes over trivial matters. I'm one of those people who can be a worrywart about how people view me IRL and it does spill over onto the internet sometimes( funny, eh??), it's really something I have to work on. So, I'm sorry.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on August 01, 2012, 04:06:01 pm
You know, I have two ideas for fanfictions tha tI want to mention, although I don't know if they'll ever go anywhere.

The first would involve Scootaloo and Fluttershy and somehow relate to Scootaloo's inability to fly.

The second would use some kind of plot point to turn Rainbow Dash, Twilight, and Pinkie into like, astral versions of themselves or something.  I dunno.  I guess the my idea would be taking the glittering pony blind bags and putting them in a canon story.

As you can see, the fanfics are in rough idea territory right now.  Also, I've never really completed other fanfic ideas and worked them good enough to be their own stories, so I doubt these will ever get off the ground.  Bleh, this is why I'm not really a fanfic writer.

Although I do think it would be interesting if a Scootaloo issue focused on her inability to fly.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on August 01, 2012, 04:22:29 pm

Although I do think it would be interesting if a Scootaloo issue focused on her inability to fly.

I don't really get why she can't fly. Is it only her? Pound Cake would fly and he's a baby.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on August 01, 2012, 04:29:46 pm

Although I do think it would be interesting if a Scootaloo issue focused on her inability to fly.

I don't really get why she can't fly. Is it only her? Pound Cake would fly and he's a baby.

My personal guess with that is that it's because Pound Cake's a baby. Scoots is a lot bigger than Pound Cake, but their wings are still about the same size. Thus, it's harder to move Scoots around than Pound Cake.

Alternately, it's another wild magic (http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/WildMagic) thing. Pumpkin Cake was using magic instinctually, but when was the last time you saw Sweetie Belle do any magic?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on August 01, 2012, 05:36:21 pm

Although I do think it would be interesting if a Scootaloo issue focused on her inability to fly.

I don't really get why she can't fly. Is it only her? Pound Cake would fly and he's a baby.

My personal guess with that is that it's because Pound Cake's a baby. Scoots is a lot bigger than Pound Cake, but their wings are still about the same size. Thus, it's harder to move Scoots around than Pound Cake.

Alternately, it's another wild magic (http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/WildMagic) thing. Pumpkin Cake was using magic instinctually, but when was the last time you saw Sweetie Belle do any magic?

Linking to TV Tropes?  Curse you! XP
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on August 01, 2012, 06:13:27 pm
And Word of Faust/Thiessen is that the Cake foals' abilities are temporary, and they'd likely end up... well, like Scoots and Sweetie.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on August 01, 2012, 07:12:15 pm
FUCK YEAH!!

(https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/s480x480/425108_10151145182376694_2131184409_n.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on August 02, 2012, 12:17:10 am
Rainbow Dash is not a horse.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: N. De Plume on August 02, 2012, 06:50:36 am
What isn’t Rainbow Dash. Just a Rainbow Dash wannabe.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: e13 on August 04, 2012, 11:11:49 pm
Needed to reaffirm the pony. Found this.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U-z1J2yKQJU

As Tara Strong says, bad day? Doesn't matter. Why? 'Cause pony!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on August 08, 2012, 05:52:33 pm
So, for those interested in the collectibles... there's this:

http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/08/spa-pony-set-invades-toywiz-for-pre.html

and this...

http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/08/tons-of-mini-translucent-figures.html
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on August 11, 2012, 10:12:19 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RCEfftT7ois

I love when things I was thinking of already exist~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on August 11, 2012, 10:18:29 pm
Ok, I can't take it any longer, Does anyone have any idea when the new season starts??
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on August 11, 2012, 10:21:04 pm
Last I've heard, VERY rumor-ish, September 29th.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on August 11, 2012, 10:28:30 pm
Meh, it's better than no news, I guess.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on August 12, 2012, 11:30:55 am
If you think this is a brutal waiting period, the break between Season 1 and 2 was way worse. everybody was freaking out at the fact that Faust left and that the show would suddenly start sucking.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on August 12, 2012, 11:45:23 am
For some weird reason the break between Season 1 & Season 2 didn't really effect me that much, unlike this break is...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on August 12, 2012, 02:57:46 pm
it's because you're hooked, and there's worries that S3 really WILL suck... Faust didn't leave in an official capacity until S2 was actually done, storyboarded, voice work, and all that.  Me? I'm glad they're bringing back things like
(click to show/hide)
, along with
(click to show/hide)
, among other things.  Now if only we could hit all the idiots with crowbars in the EqD comments...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on August 12, 2012, 05:02:45 pm
I am hooked...lol. I'm not worried it will suck, I can't wait to see Trixie back, and Fluttershy turned into a dragon.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on August 12, 2012, 05:12:43 pm
I am hooked...lol. I'm not worried it will suck, I can't wait to see Trixie back, and Fluttershy turned into a dragon.

This is what I'm looking forward to the most.

This, and perhaps a possible return of Gilda.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on August 12, 2012, 05:27:23 pm
I would like to see an Applejack song, out of the mane 6, she hasn't gotten a song of her own yet. Also we need more Scootaloo, it seems that Sweetie Belle & Apple Bloom get way more air time than poor Scoots.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on August 12, 2012, 05:28:34 pm
I'm very sad to say, but Flutterdragon was Jossed, last I checked.  It was a joke.

... though, knowing the show creators, it's possibly a double fake out.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on August 12, 2012, 05:33:04 pm
AWWW THAT SUCKS!!! I was so looking forward towards it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on August 13, 2012, 11:48:38 pm
Things I want to see in season 3:

Things I'd want to see in season three that are statistically unlikely to ever happen, so I won't be disappointed when they don't:
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on August 14, 2012, 04:40:49 am
Story of the Blanks is NOT happening...

... for one thing, referencing anything that came purely from fandom is a lot of legal trouble.  For two? try pitching that to Hasbro, I DARE YOU! Do you realize how fast it'd ruin them?!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on August 14, 2012, 12:58:16 pm
I would die a happy person if there was a full episode dedicated to Derpy. Cross-eyed ponies are the best.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on August 14, 2012, 04:28:51 pm
Story of the Blanks is NOT happening...

... for one thing, referencing anything that came purely from fandom is a lot of legal trouble.  For two? try pitching that to Hasbro, I DARE YOU! Do you realize how fast it'd ruin them?!

Well, obviously~  That's why it's in my second column.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on August 14, 2012, 06:50:46 pm
Admittedly, Nick and Tai, a Derpy episode could be doable... it'd just have to be handled delicately... and Hasbro's pretty much dedicated to just keeping her in the background after The Last Roundup backlash...

That being said? I've heard rumor that villains (as in, not Trixie) will be making a return.  Maybe more NMM? More Discord? Chrysalis being a recurring pain in the plot? who's to say?

... I'm voting for all three, for the record.  It'd be nice to have some hamminess from the Darkness, the Chaos, and the Cute Monster Girl of the baddies.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on August 16, 2012, 12:44:15 am
Lol, look what I found.

http://powet.tv/powetblog/2011/05/12/my-little-pony-friendship-is-magic-gets-snubbed-in-emmy-nominations/

Why can't we just get along?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on August 16, 2012, 12:53:25 am
I would love for Discord to come back, he's my favorite villian in the show, and plus he's hamtastic, I love hammy villians (http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/EvilIsHammy).
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on August 16, 2012, 04:53:08 am
Lol, look what I found.

http://powet.tv/powetblog/2011/05/12/my-little-pony-friendship-is-magic-gets-snubbed-in-emmy-nominations/

Why can't we just get along?

Because internet, Lexi.


And Nick? De Lancie's said outright that he's doing A voice for S3... he just didn't mention any characters.  So, possible guest star sorta thing.

Also, Weird Al may pop up in S3 as well.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on August 16, 2012, 11:56:43 am
And Nick? De Lancie's said outright that he's doing A voice for S3... he just didn't mention any characters.  So, possible guest star sorta thing.

Also, Weird Al may pop up in S3 as well.

(http://i3.kym-cdn.com/entries/icons/original/000/005/742/sweetjesus.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Askold on August 16, 2012, 12:42:34 pm
This in case you haven't already discussed it: (I did check a few pages back but didn't notice it.)

Spoiler for size.
(click to show/hide)

Summary:

1. Bioware puts a picture of a Shepard/pony fandrawing on their facebook page because they thought it was cute.
2. People get furious, several fans start flaming the page and unfriend Bioware and even declare that they will sell the games. (Apparently Mass effect has now been "tainted" by ponies or something.)
3. Bioware replies with love and tolerate message.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on August 16, 2012, 01:12:13 pm
The Pony hate is really annoying, there are a few on this message board that I would personally smack the shit out of them for being dicks about hating it(I'm not naming names here but if you pm me, I might).  Hey, if it's not your cup of tea, fine. You have a problem with some of the assholes in the fandom, fine, I do too. But don't be a fucking dick about it, and grow the fuck up.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MaH4wFL7P8c
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on August 16, 2012, 04:49:04 pm
The Pony hate is really annoying, there are a few on this message board that I would personally smack the shit out of them for being dicks about hating it(I'm not naming names here but if you pm me, I might).

I'm not even sure you need to name names about it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on August 16, 2012, 05:43:15 pm
Yes, I'm very well aware of some of the haters on this very forum about the whole pony thing. Quite frankly, it's kinda sad. It's sad that there is a lot of hate over a show and that people who enjoy it are being lambasted, censored and derided all over the internet over MLP. Shouldn't someone who likes a show, a game, etc be allowed to make artwork, discuss etc about the subject?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on August 17, 2012, 02:18:16 am
Also, Bill and Ted reference.  "be good to one another"... ah, memories.  Back when Keanu could act and Carlin was alive, the magnificent bastard.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on August 19, 2012, 11:40:53 pm
I haven't found the Nightmare Moon set yet, but today I went out to Target and picked up the brushables for Lyra and the Great and Powerful Trixie (*fanfare (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GHQHPAdOdtU)*). My collection is looking pretty awesome at this point.

...Trixie needs a hat.


Update: Here's a picture of my whole herd as a bonus.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v203/andsean/Bedroom/PonyCollection002.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on August 20, 2012, 05:31:50 pm
... WHY do you have Pinklestia, Tai?!

also, still waiting on my proper Chrysalis figurine...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on August 20, 2012, 06:45:34 pm
... WHY do you have Pinklestia, Tai?!

also, still waiting on my proper Chrysalis figurine...

I have a Pinklestia.  Albeit it's the McDonald's edition that I got from the first edition when I asked for ALL the toys the last time they were available.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on August 20, 2012, 07:06:09 pm
I think you both need to have a lunar vacation... ugh ugh ugh...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on August 20, 2012, 07:11:06 pm
I think you both need to have a lunar vacation... ugh ugh ugh...

Hey now, we can't have imprisoned-banishment threats on this forum :P

That'll be a two bit fine.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on August 20, 2012, 08:03:15 pm
*plunks down 200 bits* being in good with Luna gets you little stipends from the Royal Treasury :3 and besides, I work for EqD, which means I have access to BOTH the Sun and Moon cannons!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on August 20, 2012, 11:46:11 pm
I have Pinklestia because that's what the store had~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on August 21, 2012, 04:48:22 am
... fair enough.  No trip to the moon for you.  Valid reason.


That being said... here, Tabitha St. Germain (Rarity and Luna) wrote an open letter for after she attended Everfree Northwest.  I think you guys would enjoy it.

http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/08/an-open-letter-from-tabitha-st-germain.html#more
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on August 21, 2012, 10:36:07 pm
You know, even though my collection is a bit limited, I do have all of you beat out, because I have a limited edition SDCC Derpy Hooves...MUFFIN!!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on August 21, 2012, 11:56:50 pm
You know, even though my collection is a bit limited, I do have all of you beat out, because I have a limited edition SDCC Derpy Hooves...MUFFIN!!

Yes, and I'll be looting your corpse for that sooner or later~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: RinellaWasHere on August 21, 2012, 11:58:03 pm
I own absolutely no pony toys, and that saddens me. I do have two shirts, though.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on August 22, 2012, 12:03:40 am
You know, even though my collection is a bit limited, I do have all of you beat out, because I have a limited edition SDCC Derpy Hooves...MUFFIN!!

Yes, and I'll be looting your corpse for that sooner or later~

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0B_UZNtEk4
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on August 22, 2012, 11:43:05 pm
You know, even though my collection is a bit limited, I do have all of you beat out, because I have a limited edition SDCC Derpy Hooves...MUFFIN!!

Yes, and I'll be looting your corpse for that sooner or later~

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0B_UZNtEk4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cp0I9qLE0VA
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on August 26, 2012, 02:33:35 am
I think I finally figured out just what it is that caused Friendship is Magic to develop such a following.

The kinds of people that are fans of the show were also fans of 80s and 90s cartoons when growing up.  Quite frankly, most of what is released today absolutely pales in comparison to what was released back then.  In fact, "good cartoon" has become an oxymoron lately.

And there's another thing.  Just because we're adults doesn't mean we magically stopped being fans of cartoons.  Cartoons helped raise us.  They're a part of our identity, our culture.

Friendship is Magic is rare in that it's a cartoon that doesn't suck nowadays.  It's nothing too innovative (other than being the first girl's cartoon since She-Ra to not suck) but in a way, that's why it appeals to us.

It is what we have been missing.  A decent cartoon for us to enjoy.  To remind us of the Age of Imagination that has faded away.

Quite honestly, except for nostalgia channels, Friendship is Magic is superior to most cartoons on television today.  It actually manages to be more clever, witty, and funny than shows that are actually directed at adults (when cartoons aimed at adults are dumber and less mature than a show aimed at little kids, there's something fucked up in the world)

...It's kinda odd, but MLPFIM is actually more mature and intelligent than a lot of cartoons today (and, to an extent, more intelligent than a lot of other shows, too.)  Which is part of why it's so good - it's not condescending towards its target audience.

It is an oasis in a desert of bad television.  And animals all like to gather together at the watering hole.

That being said, I still miss the Age of Imagination, but Friendship is Magic helps a bit with that.

Now... is it a show aimed at little kids?  Yes.  We bronies are a periphery demographic.  Should we feel ashamed for watching it?

Nope. C. S. Lewis said it best.

Quote
Critics who treat adult as a term of approval, instead of as a merely descriptive term, cannot be adult themselves. To be concerned about being grown up, to admire the grown up because it is grown up, to blush at the suspicion of being childish; these things are the marks of childhood and adolescence. And in childhood and adolescence they are, in moderation, healthy symptoms. Young things ought to want to grow. But to carry on into middle life or even into early manhood this concern about being adult is a mark of really arrested development. When I was ten, I read fairy tales in secret and would have been ashamed if I had been found doing so. Now that I am fifty I read them openly. When I became a man I put away childish things, including the fear of childishness and the desire to be very grown up.

"On Three Ways of Writing for Children" (1952)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on August 26, 2012, 03:15:15 am
Well, I kinda thought most of that was obvious, Zachski.

I mean... it's really not hard to see the difference between modern cartoons and the ones from, say, the early 90s. They've been, as a whole, getting dumber and dumber for years. Most don't even try to be intelligent or tell a story anymore. They just throw random bullshit at kids in the hopes of making them laugh.

In the end, I think a lot of it boils down to perception. People automatically associate anything animated with children. Very few people are willing to looking at "cartoon" as a medium that can be used to express a multitude of different things, rather than a singular genre. For instance, Avatar: The Last Airbender was the first US cartoon in years that actually used animation to tell an epic story, rather than as a delivery vehicle for slapstick comedy.

Now we have MLP:FiM that tries to fall somewhere between Avatar and a more traditional cartoon. It tells a cohesive story, but in a far more episodic manner, and with lots of funny stuff mixed in. But there's still a solid story in there being told.

That's really, at the end of the day, what so many modern cartoons lack. Any kind of actual story. They spend all their time displaying random events that never actually lead anywhere. Maybe that's fine when your target audience is 7 year olds, and the next year it's the new batch of 7 year olds and you don't care about the ones who are 8 now. But it doesn't lead to anything resembling a fanbase, because the people who enjoy the show change as the old audience grows bored and a new one takes its place until it grows bored too.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on August 26, 2012, 03:46:13 am
That's the problem... cartoons today treat 7 year olds like they're stupid.

When I was 7, I loved Pirates of Darkwater.  That was an epic show with epic storytelling.

Best of all, it didn't talk down to the kids.  It told a story for the purpose of entertainment.  It gave us adventure, which is what we wanted.

Television today, outside of imported cartoons, tends to be stupid.  I mean, granted, there were some good shows between 2000 and 2010, but they were the kinda showed that got axed halfway through in favor of pushing more mind-numbing crap through.  (Dragon Booster, American Dragon Jake Long, etc.)

Honestly, I'm not even sure what passes for cartoons today.  Thundercats 2011 was GREAT, being basically the new Avatar in storytelling equivalency.  However, it doesn't seem like it's going to continue past the second season, despite being in the middle of the story.  (This is one thing I would be glad to be proven wrong on)

I think Legend of Korra is the only other good cartoon nowadays...

So many cartoons that lack adventure.  Even FiM has more adventure than 90% of TV today, and it's a fucking slice of life cartoon XD
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on August 26, 2012, 12:50:18 pm
A few other cartoons that got axed in favor of dreck? Megas XLR, Life and Times of Juniper Lee, and Samurai Jack.

Seeing MLP not only survive, but THRIVE in this day and age? Luna's Night, that makes me proud.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on August 26, 2012, 01:28:17 pm
1. I will never stop loving cartoons
2. I will never stop loving "kid stuff".
3. Samurai Jack was an awesome cartoon, but I like a lot of Genndy Tartakovsky's work, such as Dexter's Laboratory, and Star Wars:Clone Wars(though I wish the episodes were a little longer, I didn't like that the episodes were only 15 minutes long).
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on August 26, 2012, 02:32:29 pm
For those interested in pony-related games, here's a little promo for what seems like a grimdark-ish game...

http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/08/welcome-to-ponyville-act-1-announcement.html#more
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on August 26, 2012, 04:58:25 pm
The Lyra part about humans existing and Celestia covering it up, cracked me up.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on August 29, 2012, 10:43:46 pm
Apparently, that Derpy in-joke isn't just restricted to the show anymore...

(https://i.chzbgr.com/completestore/12/8/28/ulFaj38DME6IpP__Y1EAmA2.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on August 29, 2012, 10:56:37 pm
That's because Derpy is the best background pony.

(http://fc03.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2011/277/6/6/derpy_approved_by_ambris-d4bv8qn.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on September 01, 2012, 12:36:07 am
Speaking of background ponies, I guess I can post my even more updated collection:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v203/andsean/Bedroom/PonyCollection003.jpg)

I am currently satisfied with this set~

And the extra Pinkie, Rainbow Dash, and Trixie I got are currently decorating the area around my computer now.

So many friggin' unicorns...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on September 02, 2012, 04:20:55 pm
OMFG NIGHTMARE MOON IS OUT??

Is Zecora out too?  Want.  Zebra.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on September 02, 2012, 07:00:42 pm
OMFG NIGHTMARE MOON IS OUT??

Is Zecora out too?  Want.  Zebra.

Zecora's out, glows in the freaking dark, and is sold at Toys R Us.  Shall I get you one, lovely?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on September 03, 2012, 10:28:43 pm
OMFG NIGHTMARE MOON IS OUT??

Is Zecora out too?  Want.  Zebra.

Zecora's out, glows in the freaking dark, and is sold at Toys R Us.  Shall I get you one, lovely?

I think I'll stop by after work soon. :3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on September 06, 2012, 01:41:04 pm
We don't have a Toys'RUs in my town.  Not that I'd be able to afford to order online or whatever anyway.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on September 07, 2012, 02:57:43 pm
Oh, wow

(https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/376807_495439400469383_1635979846_n.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on September 07, 2012, 09:49:42 pm
We don't have a Toys'RUs in my town.  Not that I'd be able to afford to order online or whatever anyway.

You would shit bricks if I told you how much I spent on the limited edition Derpy from Comic Con.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on September 17, 2012, 03:47:04 pm
This real?

(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AY5u-Fc2bSY/UEkd26YMS5I/AAAAAAAA21o/6qAzV4MneAs/s320/81Dl3R3XEdL._AA1500_.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on September 17, 2012, 04:12:27 pm
Apparently yeah. it's an upcoming DVD release.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on September 17, 2012, 04:40:05 pm
Must order it...
Also Season 1 is available for pre-order
(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51U3oHpQH%2BL._SL500_AA300_.jpg)

ME GUSTA...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on September 17, 2012, 04:45:36 pm
It's fun that we have DVD release dates for Season 3 episodes when we don't have airdates for them yet. >w>
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on September 17, 2012, 04:54:01 pm
Priestling told me that he believes it's airing the 29th of this month...if that's true that is so full of win(according to me) given that is the same day when season 5 of Star Wars: The Clone Wars airs.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on September 17, 2012, 11:37:30 pm
I'll mark my calendar just in case this is true~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on September 18, 2012, 04:57:52 am
the 25th is the rumor, yes.  Unfortunately, we really haven't gotten anything CONCRETE since then.

I'm also hearing October, and I'm hearing early November.  The sooner the better, though.  I need my pony fix!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on September 18, 2012, 09:26:23 pm
the 25th is the rumor, yes.  Unfortunately, we really haven't gotten anything CONCRETE since then.

I'm also hearing October, and I'm hearing early November.  The sooner the better, though.  I need my pony fix!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_KXf3kwjKQ0

...I am officially a horrible person.  Sweet Celestia....
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on September 18, 2012, 10:02:33 pm
the 25th is the rumor, yes.  Unfortunately, we really haven't gotten anything CONCRETE since then.

I'm also hearing October, and I'm hearing early November.  The sooner the better, though.  I need my pony fix!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_KXf3kwjKQ0

...I am officially a horrible person.  Sweet Celestia....

I need the name of this anime, that's too bizarre to pass up.
 Also I'm in need of some new pony.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on September 19, 2012, 12:20:11 am
the 25th is the rumor, yes.  Unfortunately, we really haven't gotten anything CONCRETE since then.

I'm also hearing October, and I'm hearing early November.  The sooner the better, though.  I need my pony fix!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_KXf3kwjKQ0

...I am officially a horrible person.  Sweet Celestia....

I need the name of this anime, that's too bizarre to pass up.
 Also I'm in need of some new pony.

Full Metal Panic - Fumoffu

You'd probably wanna watch Full Metal Panic itself before Fumoffu, but the original is far more straight-laced.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on September 20, 2012, 12:03:42 am
So this was on the back of my Ghostbusters comic I bought today:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v203/andsean/Blog%20Pics/IDW-PoniesAreComingResized_zps2826f2d1.jpg)

I don't know about you, but I'm pretty excited. I love comics, I love ponies, two great things that go great together. You're damn right I'll be buying every dang issue~  I haven't been this excited by new comics since, well, Ghostbusters got a monthly title (though both the Adventure Time comics have been pretty sweet, too). IDW, you sure know how to make me happy~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on September 20, 2012, 12:15:43 am
SWEET!!! The funny thing is that as a comic reader(though I only really read Star Wars comics), I often felt that there should be an official MLP:FIM comic. This pleases me greatly... 

On Edit: I just pre-ordered mine from the  comic book shop (http://www.tfaw.com/) I like to order from over the internet.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on September 20, 2012, 04:40:16 am
For the others, in case you don't get it:  There actually IS an FIM comic coming out.  There's two issues done and going to the printers as I type.  They're working on #3 and 4 now.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on September 20, 2012, 11:31:08 pm
For the others, in case you don't get it:  There actually IS an FIM comic coming out.  There's two issues done and going to the printers as I type.  They're working on #3 and 4 now.

Can I assume from the cover that the comic is going to be hand drawn?  No lazy vector stuffs, right?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on September 20, 2012, 11:52:18 pm
For the others, in case you don't get it:  There actually IS an FIM comic coming out.  There's two issues done and going to the printers as I type.  They're working on #3 and 4 now.

Can I assume from the cover that the comic is going to be hand drawn?  No lazy vector stuffs, right?

This is what the first cover is going to look like:
(http://images.tfaw.com/covers_tfaw/200/SE/SEP120300E.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on September 21, 2012, 03:05:03 pm
So, if you go to Reddit right now the usual image of Snoo is replaced by a pony version, in honour of r/mylittlepony raising a fuckton of money for charity and donating 124 years of CPU time to scientific endevours.

EDIT: also, I'm not sure why this exists
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w18SpBREdfo
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on September 21, 2012, 03:50:38 pm
yes, the covers for the comics are hoof-drawn.  Also, YAY for Reddit bronies!

Reminds me, must poke one of the other pre-readers, now that Humble Bundle 6 is out.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on September 22, 2012, 06:00:17 am
Well, the toy store has purple blindbags now, so there goes my paycheck for a while~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Iczerfour on September 22, 2012, 10:24:29 am
I will take your Twilight with bees and raise you a singing duck!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4DyauAgit0E
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on September 25, 2012, 08:30:54 pm
Hey everypony? season 3 announcement.  You may now commence squeeing:

http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/09/possible-season-3-announced-on-italian.html


*Royal Canterlot Voice* FOR THE GLORY OF EQUESTRIA! HUZZAH! */RCV*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on September 25, 2012, 08:56:05 pm
It's about fucking time...I need my pony fix.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: tempus on September 25, 2012, 11:04:09 pm
I'll just leave this here...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_U0QDt8wiCs

For the record, there's at least six episodes on Youtube--look for "PierceSmoulder."  All of them will be animated, eventually.   

If you liked the Dr. Who audioplays, you might find these to your liking. 
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on September 26, 2012, 11:45:20 pm
Well, my comic shop got 20% cooler. They're selling blindbags there now. The blue ones, which is the set where everypony is sparkly. The toy store doesn't even have those. So that's fun~

They also have a few of those three-packs, which I might pick up there because it's more convenient.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on September 27, 2012, 04:51:25 am
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9QE7LRjF54

Yay for Tai!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on September 28, 2012, 04:28:19 am
Luna really needs to appear in more episodes. <3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on September 28, 2012, 01:09:52 pm
We really do need more Luna, she's the best Princess.

Just going to put this here, beacuse this is so full of win

(https://i.chzbgr.com/completestore/12/9/26/5aBywFvvs0-7pE1d8BtwGg2.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on October 01, 2012, 04:19:31 pm
So... November, eh?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on October 01, 2012, 04:25:45 pm
(https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/285132_394426567295172_1593878396_n.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on October 01, 2012, 06:48:39 pm
So... November, eh?

Yeah, hearing early to mid-November...

... you know what this means, right? Pony marathons on Thanksgiving!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on October 01, 2012, 11:40:17 pm
November?? I have to wait until November for new ponies??
(http://media.giantbomb.com/uploads/5/58937/1865425-wtf_is_this_shit_piccard.jpg)

BTW: I'm totally look like my avatar right now, I'm totally pissed...Someone is gonna die...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on October 02, 2012, 04:25:50 am
No... no new ponies for my birthday?

HASBRO THOU HAS FAILED ME FOR THE LAST TIME.

...Nah.  I'll wait.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on October 02, 2012, 04:30:47 am
My birthday is on the 7th... I'll have to settle for a My Little Pony birthday cake.

...Also Pokemon Black 2 and Pokemon White 2, since they launch on my birthday. But still...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on October 02, 2012, 04:41:09 am
Don't worry, everypony... it's gonna be good.  At least, if the teasers are any indication.  Remember that big story arc magical girl thing that Faust was originally wanting to do? From what I'm seeing, S3... could be it.  Or, at least the big story arc.

... I can't wait to see the teleport dancing bit again.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on October 02, 2012, 07:32:41 pm
But I want ponies NOW!!!! *makes pout face, with some sad puppy dog eyes*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on October 02, 2012, 08:59:57 pm
But I want ponies NOW!!!! *makes pout face, with some sad puppy dog eyes*

Y'all ain't no Apple Bloom!

Don't make me go get Zecora...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on October 02, 2012, 09:26:55 pm
Yes, I am...
(http://iambrony.jsmart.web.id/mlp/gif/62747___safe_animated_apple-bloom_big-macintosh_sad_friendship-is-magic.gif)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on October 03, 2012, 12:40:16 am
So guess who has the three season 2 posters and a pony calendar now? :3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on October 03, 2012, 12:35:48 pm
That remindes me, I have to order the pony calendar for next year, I'll do it in a couple weeks, I have to pay off some my credit card first.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on October 03, 2012, 05:46:54 pm
ahem... it's official:  http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/10/season-3-announced-for-november.html

You may now commence squeeing fit to make Pinkie proud.


If you'll excuse me, I'll be hunkering down with my Luna plushie and hoping my Night Goddess gets more screentime.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on October 04, 2012, 12:14:26 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=adS-nvDQ4o4
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on October 05, 2012, 04:31:48 am
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Ebha1NW5t0

My world view has been validated.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on October 05, 2012, 04:54:21 am
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Ebha1NW5t0

My world view has been validated.

on that note:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KkCrKBoiX40
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on October 05, 2012, 10:32:48 pm
Oh my god YES.

(https://i.chzbgr.com/completestore/12/10/2/koPYJkcqpUKCNgpPj-Adlw2.jpg) (http://cheezburger.com/6632793600)

This needed to be said.  This is the text that goes along with it:

"I see memes on MLB [My Little Brony] all the time about how great we are, yet I never see any meme about what we DO that makes us so good. Why don't we see any memes about the community's charity work instead of more self-praise?"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on October 06, 2012, 12:25:12 am
... actually, I don't know why that is.  Between humble bundle, and bronies for good, and all the rest...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on October 06, 2012, 12:42:21 am
Seriously, alot of MLB memes lately boil down to

"They be hatin', but we be toleratin', they can't touch us"

...But that is expressly the opposite of what I see.  Bronies get pissed off by trolls ALL of the time, just like any fandom gets pissed off by trolls.

This "patting yourself on the back for something that's not really happening" bullshit is annoying the fuck out of me.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on October 06, 2012, 06:06:27 pm
People like feeling self-important.

Unrelated piece of news, but somebody put together the beginnings of a Pony programming language (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/10/editorial-fim-pony-programming-language.html)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on October 07, 2012, 11:07:09 am
Found this at my local Spencer's:
(http://i664.photobucket.com/albums/vv5/Nickiecole/001-2.jpg)

EPIC CUPCAKE TIME!!!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on October 07, 2012, 10:46:28 pm
Found this at my local Spencer's:
(http://i664.photobucket.com/albums/vv5/Nickiecole/001-2.jpg)

EPIC CUPCAKE TIME!!!

Obligatory.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qx4ymmAahBw
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on October 08, 2012, 10:47:18 pm
Seriously, alot of MLB memes lately boil down to

"They be hatin', but we be toleratin', they can't touch us"

...But that is expressly the opposite of what I see.  Bronies get pissed off by trolls ALL of the time, just like any fandom gets pissed off by trolls.

This "patting yourself on the back for something that's not really happening" bullshit is annoying the fuck out of me.

One of the more prominent trolling episodes that comes to mind is the whole "Jerry Springer" fiasco.  People overreacted, which led to the people who went on the show to provoke bronies further.  He's even set up a blog space in which he's gloating of how proud he is that he pissed off so many people.

On that note, I do find the attention-whoring, ego-fapping nature of the guy to be both disgusting and sad.  Of course, I find the fact that he was fed so heavily to kind of be sad, too.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on October 09, 2012, 04:33:09 am
On that same note, one of my BROTHERS is getting shit from bronies.

Why? Because he genuinely does NOT like the show.  He tried, for the sake of his boyfriend, and didn't like it.  I've had more than one discussion with him about how he sees the characterization of the Mane Six compared to, well, me.  There's a mental block there that will not budge, and I don't bucking HOUND HIM over it.

But apparently, that doesn't mean that other bronies won't be complete COCKS to him when he says "I don't like it, and I don't really understand WHY people like this show."

As a result, I'm gonna have to smack a few bitches.  And I don't mean D Dogs.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on October 09, 2012, 05:22:26 am
Please do.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on October 09, 2012, 08:34:04 am
I dunno why they went on Springer thought they would have learned their lesson from Springer
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on October 09, 2012, 02:38:18 pm
(https://i.chzbgr.com/completestore/12/10/7/TbB5yLY1q06i7niT1cw45A2.jpg)

HSSSSSSSSSSSSS

AAAAAAAAAGH
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on October 12, 2012, 12:33:17 pm
so, uh... news.  LOTS of news.  Season 3 SPOILERS kinda news! Under the cut, for those that don't want to see it...

(click to show/hide)

And some more here: 
(click to show/hide)

and here's the NY Comic Con MLP panel:  http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/10/full-new-york-comic-con-2012-panel.html#more

And by the way? those comics? they've pre-sold OVER 90,000!!! *Scouter breaks* http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/10/mlp-comic-sells-over-90000-copies.html
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on October 12, 2012, 06:35:02 pm
And some more here: 
(click to show/hide)

and here's the NY Comic Con MLP panel:  http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/10/full-new-york-comic-con-2012-panel.html#more

 :'( :'( :'( WHY WHY WHY??? I SO WANT TO GO, BUT I CAN'T BECAUSE I FOUND OUT ABOUT IT TOO LATE...and the worse part is that I live like 1 1/2 to 2 hours away by train from it. First Palpatine, now ponies, WHY WHY WHY???
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on October 12, 2012, 07:40:51 pm
Damn these spoilers. D:<

I think people are posting spoiler pics on Memebase/KYM.  That makes me angry.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on October 12, 2012, 08:53:18 pm
and this is why I put it under a spoiler cut if you DIDN'T WANT TO KNOW.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on October 14, 2012, 07:55:13 am
THE MOST GLORIOUS THING (http://www.roborg.co.uk/derpy/index2.html)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: RinellaWasHere on October 14, 2012, 02:03:21 pm
I watched Feeling Pinkie Keen on Vicodin last night. Duuuuuude.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on October 16, 2012, 05:05:56 am
Looks like FIM++ is coming along nicely (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/10/fim-update.html)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on October 16, 2012, 10:36:39 am
(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on October 16, 2012, 11:00:10 am
Might wanna hide that under spoilers.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on October 16, 2012, 10:58:38 pm
Might wanna hide that under spoilers.

Yeah, that would be nice. :/
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on October 17, 2012, 12:11:19 am
Also, just wondering, what are all the sapient races in Equestria

I have thus so far:

Ponies
Donkeys
Zebras
Cows
Sheep
Diamond Dogs
Buffalos
Griffins
Minotaurs
Dragons
Sea Serpents
Dragonequi
Changelings(?)
Windigos(?)
Goats(?)

Anyone count more?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on October 17, 2012, 01:17:18 pm
THE MOST GLORIOUS THING (http://www.roborg.co.uk/derpy/index2.html)

ME GUSTA...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on October 18, 2012, 11:05:55 am
We got a release date! November 10th (link contains some spoilers) (http://family-room.ew.com/2012/10/18/my-little-pony-season-3-premiere/)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on October 18, 2012, 11:30:55 am
We got a release date! November 10th (link contains some spoilers) (http://family-room.ew.com/2012/10/18/my-little-pony-season-3-premiere/)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PFndftGI1aA
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on October 19, 2012, 05:48:53 am
Hell yeah me so excited (http://oze-jp.deviantart.com/art/We-love-staying-up-late-333046698).
(http://i.imgur.com/ehu97.gif)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on October 23, 2012, 03:16:14 am
(https://i.chzbgr.com/completestore/12/10/18/G-bBsSRsUkmdHwwXuQSMqA2.jpg)

A preview page for the MLP comic book--

Screwball, is that you?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on October 23, 2012, 02:51:59 pm
guys
guys
oh my god you guys
(click to show/hide)
can't wait for season 3.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on October 23, 2012, 04:43:30 pm
(click to show/hide)

I have my brand new DVR set up to record MLP, and said DVR actually allows me to access the HUB in the first place, so no more scouring Youtube for episodes of Season 3 for me! :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on October 23, 2012, 05:34:51 pm
(http://i.imgur.com/anaRg.gif)
WINNING! Sadly all I get here is Season 1 reruns, and I don't think I get that channel anymore. Livestreams and Youtube for me!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on October 23, 2012, 05:43:33 pm
Well, I'm actually happy about the Season 1 reruns because that means I get to get a nice big storage of MLP episodes :3 Since Youtube took to deleting them.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on October 23, 2012, 10:47:49 pm
VOTE LUNA!!!!

(http://i664.photobucket.com/albums/vv5/Nickiecole/004.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Osama bin Bambi on October 23, 2012, 11:35:37 pm
VOTE LUNA!!!!

(http://i664.photobucket.com/albums/vv5/Nickiecole/004.jpg)

Celestia/Luna 2012!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on October 28, 2012, 10:46:21 pm
The Moon Will Rise Again!

*is still considering getting a tattoo of Luna's Cutie Mark*

Soooo... who's excited for the 10th?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on October 28, 2012, 11:21:22 pm
*Raises hand, and waves* Oh me, me, me, ME!!!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on October 29, 2012, 07:48:28 am
What times will the episodes air? Hopefully I won't have to stay up late to catch the livestreams.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on October 29, 2012, 08:36:54 pm
What times will the episodes air? Hopefully I won't have to stay up late to catch the livestreams.

10 a.m., my friend.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on October 29, 2012, 08:47:39 pm
What times will the episodes air? Hopefully I won't have to stay up late to catch the livestreams.

10 a.m., my friend.

That's 10 A.M Eastern time, mind you.

By the way, am I the only one here who's been trying to avoid spoilers as much as possible?  I mean, I've seen a few images around, but that's only because they're so damned pervasive on the net.  I haven't watched any of the clips released at all.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on October 29, 2012, 09:02:02 pm
There's an 8-minute teaser for S3. Is anypony interested in my putting it here under a spoiler?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Osama bin Bambi on October 30, 2012, 01:25:00 am
For all the bronies and pegasisters of the board who also are familiar with Touhou:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXlCDgTvs0k
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on October 31, 2012, 04:03:28 am
So have you guys tried out this game yet?

http://www.hubworld.com/my-little-pony/shows/friendship-is-magic/games/mlpfim-cupcake-maker

It has a pretty nice difficulty curve, and starts getting pretty damned hard in the later levels.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on October 31, 2012, 06:40:14 am
So have you guys tried out this game yet?

http://www.hubworld.com/my-little-pony/shows/friendship-is-magic/games/mlpfim-cupcake-maker

It has a pretty nice difficulty curve, and starts getting pretty damned hard in the later levels.

Well, this might keep me occupied for an hour or so.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on October 31, 2012, 07:17:25 am
Tai carved a thing for Nightmare Night~

You should check it out (http://darkfiretaimatsu.tumblr.com/post/34695884590/ive-never-met-a-changeling-as-far-as-i-know)~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on October 31, 2012, 11:33:38 am
What is this I don't even
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nf5ukMJO2cY
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on November 01, 2012, 08:04:29 am
Oh boy.  I spent way too much time on a certain Tumblr this morning.

http://rabididiotbrony.tumblr.com/

Honestly this needs to have an article on Know Your Meme for a few reasons.

1.  I think it seems to have memetic potential, especially with the spinoffs (http://rabididiotbrony.tumblr.com/search/spinoff).  Really, it could be spun off to anything, making it an exploitable.

2.  While I'm not sure whether or not it would go as the article "Rabid Idiot Brony" or "Rabid Idiot X" because of the spinoffs (which I'm not sure have much spread to begin with), the very idea of some of the more fanatical aspects of the fandom shitting themselves over this makes me happy.  I can practically hear the cries for "deadpool +1" already!

I mean, as the blog/meme points out, it's not about bronies in general, but rather some of the more unsavory and hypocritical parts of the fandom.  In other words, the fandumb.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on November 01, 2012, 03:36:49 pm
Oh boy.  I spent way too much time on a certain Tumblr this morning.

http://rabididiotbrony.tumblr.com/

Honestly this needs to have an article on Know Your Meme for a few reasons.

1.  I think it seems to have memetic potential, especially with the spinoffs (http://rabididiotbrony.tumblr.com/search/spinoff).  Really, it could be spun off to anything, making it an exploitable.

2.  While I'm not sure whether or not it would go as the article "Rabid Idiot Brony" or "Rabid Idiot X" because of the spinoffs (which I'm not sure have much spread to begin with), the very idea of some of the more fanatical aspects of the fandom shitting themselves over this makes me happy.  I can practically hear the cries for "deadpool +1" already!

I mean, as the blog/meme points out, it's not about bronies in general, but rather some of the more unsavory and hypocritical parts of the fandom.  In other words, the fandumb.

I love this tumblr, voice of reason FTW.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on November 04, 2012, 01:50:09 am
(http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mcxqda1ffp1rurm1zo1_500.jpg)

This is what happens when ponies and FSTDT cross over.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on November 04, 2012, 01:31:12 am
So that's why I'm hearing howling at the moon outside...

*/music reference*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on November 04, 2012, 03:06:09 am
I'm okay with Discord becoming president.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on November 04, 2012, 10:53:24 am
I'm okay with Discord becoming president.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zrVBRkRcO5w

Yeah, I'm okay with that too. ;D
But I also fully endorse the Plagueis/Sidious 2012 ticket, so whatever...lol
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on November 05, 2012, 11:07:02 am
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gN-FM-j8FA0

Well, it wasn't as awkward as I was expecting.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on November 05, 2012, 08:08:54 pm
Rumor: Hasbro may become part of Disney (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/11/rumor-discussion-disney-looking-to-buy.html).

Man, Disney really are shopaholics...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: largeham on November 06, 2012, 01:31:11 am
This site (http://mynationalistpony.tumblr.com/) is amazing.

(http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m55tsquWro1rx8aufo1_500.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on November 06, 2012, 05:57:54 am
Rumor: Hasbro may become part of Disney (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/11/rumor-discussion-disney-looking-to-buy.html).

Man, Disney really are shopaholics...

Discord cameo in Star Wars Episode VII plz
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on November 06, 2012, 09:44:26 am
Rumor: Hasbro may become part of Disney (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/11/rumor-discussion-disney-looking-to-buy.html).

Man, Disney really are shopaholics...

Discord cameo in Star Wars Episode VII plz

I want a Pinkie Pie cameo in the The Clone Wars...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on November 06, 2012, 05:50:51 pm
Rumor: Hasbro may become part of Disney (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/11/rumor-discussion-disney-looking-to-buy.html).

Man, Disney really are shopaholics...

....

Time to bring the anti-trust laws.

(http://occupiedtucsoncitizen.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/mediaconsolidation_1.jpg)

Seriously. What the hell.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on November 08, 2012, 08:09:41 am
2 days 'till Season 3! YEEEEEAAAAAHHHH (http://fc01.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2012/197/6/d/i_wonder_what_song_she__s_playing____by_graffegruam-d57h43d.jpg)
I miss watching the livestreams oddly enough, despite the low quality and the constant buffering. I just really need new episodes right now.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on November 09, 2012, 01:20:22 am
So guys, I have to ask you a question.

Do you pronounce Lyra as leer-a or lie-ra?  I pronounce it the former.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on November 09, 2012, 01:44:51 am
"Leer-a"

As in "Lyric"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on November 09, 2012, 08:32:50 pm
I'm not sure that would be correct, actually.

Considering her cutie mark is a lyre, I'm almost certain her name would be pronounced Lie-rah.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on November 09, 2012, 08:50:23 pm
I always pronounced it lie-ra (in my head) Although I'm not sure the name is canon (Heartstrings is the other fan name for her I believe)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on November 09, 2012, 08:55:30 pm
I always pronounced it lie-ra (in my head) Although I'm not sure the name is canon (Heartstrings is the other fan name for her I believe)

Her canon name is Lyra Heartstrings, as established by the card that comes with her blind-bag figurine.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on November 10, 2012, 10:12:25 am
PONY IS HERE!

Check out the streams and other links here! http://www.equestriadaily.com/2012/11/the-crystal-empire-discussionsstreams.html
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Iczerfour on November 10, 2012, 11:43:18 am
(http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x466/TailsKitsune/MLP2/133800640581.gif)
I finished watching the two new episodes and I loved them!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on November 10, 2012, 05:06:51 pm
I'm watching the episodes now, but let me summarize the Youtube comments:

"GAK GAK GAK GAK GAK GAK GAK GAK GAK"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on November 10, 2012, 06:11:48 pm
I rather enjoyed the episodes. Not enough of them focus on Twilight. >.>
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on November 10, 2012, 06:12:50 pm
Good very good.  It's looking like Twilight might be the next alicorn.  Although the villain was not as good as Discord.  But let's be fair who is?  Also nice to see Shining Armor and Princess Candice.  Now to go to the MLP dethroning moment page and watch the inevitable firestorm.
Spoiled for stupidity. 
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on November 10, 2012, 06:20:06 pm
(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on November 10, 2012, 06:25:32 pm
It helps if you think of him like a sentient force
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on November 10, 2012, 06:34:36 pm
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Alehksunos on November 10, 2012, 09:09:06 pm
(http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mda8u1ZTvq1qcfwqjo1_400.gif)

...And why have I still, so far, not watched an episode of this series yet?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on November 10, 2012, 09:19:25 pm
...And why have I still, so far, not watched an episode of this series yet?

Availability?  Lack of interest in the show outside of memetic material?  Lack of time?  Fear that it won't match the hype?  Don't want to be associated with rabid idiot bronies?

I mean, hell, I'll be the first to admit that FIM just isn't for everyone.  I'm not one of those people who thinks it's a fact that everyone who watches it is hooked.  That's just stupid and arrogant.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Alehksunos on November 10, 2012, 09:54:03 pm
Availability?
Since Netflix has released episodes of the show, that isn't a problem. Now the recent episodes, I doubt I'll have access to them unless someone is kind enough to upload them (and that is if the series holds my interest). I should also mention that we can't access the Hub channel, which is a shame since it also offers reruns of Batman: The Animated Series and Beyond, which captivated my interest for that channel as well.

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Lack of interest in the show outside of memetic material?
Not a problem.

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Lack of time?
I often find myself doing a whole lot of stuff in the week, often including class assignments (and unfortunate procrastination and dedication to unimportant things), so that's a problem.

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Fear that it won't match the hype?
A possibility.

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Don't want to be associated with rabid idiot bronies?
Since I'm in the Pokémon and Sonic the Hedgehog fandoms, I've seen a lot of idiots or outright gross people, and I try not to get worked up about it. I've seen the ugly side of the MLP:FiM fandom and that hasn't scared me from looking into that show (or the stigma gained for being a fan of that show, but then again, I've seen Pokéfans slam Bronies...  I mean at least the Pokémon series had its stigma for being for kids, boys and girls, where My Little Pony for the longest time was exclusively aimed for little girls).

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I mean, hell, I'll be the first to admit that FIM just isn't for everyone.  I'm not one of those people who thinks it's a fact that everyone who watches it is hooked.  That's just stupid and arrogant.
Oh yes. Bless you for not being those bohos who are just so... religious about this show. I mean what were they like before the Friendship is Magic series, and when someone on 4Chan's /co/ board snarked a negative review of the show on Cartoon Brew (the original author complained about how animation isn't like "better times" and now everything is just "toyetic")? When I'm in a fandom, it's usually because I like a work, not some sort of cry for attention. I mean I also pointed out that I might get disappointed (which is why for all this time, I never watched an episode of the Melancholy of Haruhi Suzimaya and Lucky Star, despite getting caught into them in 2007-2008. I mean I might hate them outright if I were to watch them now).
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: RinellaWasHere on November 10, 2012, 11:02:51 pm
I haven't been really part of the fandom since summer started. Just too busy to read fics and look at art. I feel like it's about damn time I came home to it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on November 10, 2012, 11:54:28 pm
I just finished watching the Season 3 openers, they were AWESOME!!! It was nice seeing new episodes of MLP:FIM, I haven't really been watching much ponies since the end of last season.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on November 11, 2012, 03:20:32 am
Rinella:  Then welcome home :3 I think you'll like it.

Kihdo:  There's HD vid rips of the episodes out there, run by one of the Equestria Daily mods, in fact.  Would you like a link?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: largeham on November 12, 2012, 07:23:06 am
Shining Armour shits me so much.

Just finished the first two episodes, I didn't really like them. Prince Sombra didn't get much of a look in, the whole backstory in general was somewhat ignored. It seems to me that they tried to fit too much into into only two episodes.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: RinellaWasHere on November 12, 2012, 12:54:48 pm
I think a major part of why this isn't quite as popular as the other season premieres is because the last two premieres were driven by and focused on a strong, creepy villain. In this case, Sombra was really pretty incidental to the plot. We barely saw or heard about him at all.

The one thing that really bugged me was the whole "And Boom Cadence Saves Everypony" ending. I spent the whole episode watching Twilight and Spike, and then suddenly Cadence is the real hero. It happened at the end of last season, which was u derstandable, but I really didn't expect it to carry over again.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on November 12, 2012, 03:24:53 pm
Actually, it was more like "Boom, Crystal Ponies" than "Boom, Cadence".

The plot focused on Spike being evident hero, right down to getting his own stained glass homage.

Cadence mostly just delivered the heart to its proper receptacle.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on November 12, 2012, 05:34:13 pm
An interesting fan-theory for the two-parter:
(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on November 12, 2012, 05:35:34 pm
...Well, I have said that Sombra felt more like a force than a villain...

This actually makes sense... GENIUS!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on November 12, 2012, 05:37:47 pm
The one thing that really bugged me was the whole "And Boom Cadence Saves Everypony" ending.

I don't really see it.  If anything Cadence just provided that last diversion so that Spike could get the Heart into position.,
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on November 12, 2012, 09:56:45 pm
and 'Princess Javelin' would be an awesome band name.  Who knew Shining was into track and field?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on November 14, 2012, 09:53:09 am
Image from an episode preview:
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Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on November 16, 2012, 01:19:58 am
So I finally got around to watching the premiere.

It wasn't too bad.  Yeah, they had to gloss over some backstory because of time constraints.  That's gonna be true for as long as they're restricted to two-parter stories.  However, instead of bitching about it, I'd rather like to think of it as just leaving room for fanfic writers.  The show glosses over a LOT of backstory.  I don't consider this a terrible thing however.  Just use your imagination, people!

Oh, and don't forget that this gives the official comic book more leeway.  The less the realm of Equestria and it's history is explored in the episodes, the more they have to work with.  After all, I do recall the authors saying that they can't really do something that's planned for the show.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on November 16, 2012, 03:37:33 am
Three things here:  One, the next episode is PINKIE CLONES! Tai's going to be happy...

Two? I have a major question, for those fic-readers here... would anypony be interested in commissioning me for fanfic? I'm looking to make some extra scratch for a while, in light of the $883.85 I just dropped on my car repairs...

Three, and the silly one, under the cut for size:

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Post by: TheL on November 16, 2012, 09:05:00 am
Or he just had a million dominoes that he liked to set up and knock down.  That would be BOSS.

ETA:  GUYS.  Free pony plushie pattern.  Right here. (http://www.members.shaw.ca/plushie/patterns/pony/)  Omfg.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on November 16, 2012, 04:16:30 pm
the next episode is Too Many Pinkie Pies? silly fillies, there is never enough Pinkie Pie!

EDIT: So just watched the new episode. Great episode or the greatest episode? Discuss.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on November 17, 2012, 04:43:08 pm
OMG, I loved the new episode, but then again I'm a Pinkie Pie fan girl. Also I loved how they poked fun at the older version of MLP, during the paint drying scene.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Igho4QohaNQ
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on November 17, 2012, 10:10:07 pm
I'm sorry, but I think this episode was WAY too over the top.  I hope they don't go further in this direction this season.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on November 17, 2012, 10:15:35 pm
I'm sorry, but I think this episode was WAY too over the top.  I hope they don't go further in this direction this season.

Sorry, but the next three episodes are titled "Too Many Rainbow Dashes", "Too Many Twilight Sparkles", and "Too Many Diamond Tiaras"~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on November 17, 2012, 10:28:18 pm
Of course it was over the top, it was a Pinkie Pie episode O_o those are always over the top.

I actually quite enjoyed it.  A lot of poking fun at exaggerations of her character and her ability to more or less confuse the hell out of physics.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on November 17, 2012, 10:58:17 pm
One dimensional Pinkies are just kind of...incredibly annoying, IMO.  Also, I appreciate gags, but I think that they kind of overdid the gags.  I dunno.  I guess I just find fanon depictions of Pinkie to be annoying sometimes, and some of the gags seemed to be trying too hard to appeal to fanon to me.  The whole plot kinda felt like an excuse to pander to gags/memes.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on November 18, 2012, 01:35:05 am
Fair enough.

Not every episode is going to appeal to every fan anyways.

Actually, in a way, the one-dimensional pinkie pies served to more or less illustrate that Pinkie Pie herself is more than one-dimensional.  But that's my interpretation.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on November 18, 2012, 06:16:03 pm
There's a Monopoly game for Ipad, Iphone, Ipod touch, called Monopoly Hotels, and they have MLP:FIM rooms. My sister plays it, and she has a couple of the Pony rooms and showed me it today.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on November 18, 2012, 09:22:54 pm
I decided to watch Yesterday's episode again.  I warmed up to it a little.  Not for the gags as much as the character focus on Pinkie - the real Pinkie.  Seeing her get so upset/sad, but being able to admit it's her fault is kinda nice.
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Post by: nickiknack on November 20, 2012, 12:02:16 am
Awesome, I bought some MLP:FIM trading cards....
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on November 20, 2012, 12:29:45 am
I wish I could find those cards around here.

Meanwhile, my wallet is glad I can't~
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Post by: Cataclysm on November 20, 2012, 04:27:20 pm
(https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/536838_507463372606137_1735643341_n.png)

Also, some intrepretations of the Crystal empire.

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on November 20, 2012, 05:39:39 pm
I wish I could find those cards around here.
I found them at both Hot Topic and Target.


Also, Noooooooo, not sea ponies.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on November 21, 2012, 01:17:25 am
I wish I could find those cards around here.
I found them at both Hot Topic and Target.

I have neither of those accessable.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on November 21, 2012, 02:35:59 pm
I have a fan theory for Sombra.  What if he was banished to Tartarus?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on November 21, 2012, 08:03:38 pm
I still like the interpretation found online... that Sombra was depression personified.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on November 21, 2012, 09:01:37 pm
Man, I seriously hope we get a glimpse of Tartarus in an upcoming episode. Also, the last episode had some fantastic Pinkie faces:
(http://i.imgur.com/QGpYQ.png)
(http://i.imgur.com/wpeQQ.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on November 21, 2012, 09:27:24 pm
I wish I could find those cards around here.
I found them at both Hot Topic and Target.

I have neither of those accessable.

They can be found online also (http://www.toywiz.com/mlpfimcards.html).

Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on November 22, 2012, 05:11:26 pm
I still like the interpretation found online... that Sombra was depression personified.

Its not like that explanation and the Tartarus one have to be mutually exclusive. :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on November 23, 2012, 04:36:51 pm
Gonna be out of town tomorrow so I won't be able to catch the episode live for the second week in a row =( Oh well. I hear tomorrow is a CMC episode so I'm a bit wary about it, not a good track record for the CMC episodes so far.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on November 23, 2012, 04:45:09 pm
Gonna be out of town tomorrow so I won't be able to catch the episode live for the second week in a row =( Oh well. I hear tomorrow is a CMC episode so I'm a bit wary about it, not a good track record for the CMC episodes so far.

Well that's just like, your opinion man.

The CMC episodes are among my favorites.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on November 23, 2012, 06:01:10 pm
Each their own, I guess The Show Stoppers will always be cringe-inducing episode though =P

Since I won't be in this thread tomorrow I shall just leave this here, and see y'all on Sunday.
http://imgur.com/a/pg2aY
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on November 24, 2012, 02:02:33 am
Well, when it's a freaking BRONX Apple family member... and I live in NY... and I'VE BEEN to the City... yeah, I'm gonna enjoy this, especially if AB or Sweetie are the ones to smack a bitch.

... also, apparently Scoots got singing lessons for this season.  From what I hear, she sounds pretty damn good. But we'll see today, won't we?
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Post by: cheese007 on November 24, 2012, 11:54:32 am
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THAT FACE
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Post by: Witchyjoshy on November 24, 2012, 07:31:16 pm
I suppose it's my turn to say...

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: largeham on November 24, 2012, 08:57:21 pm
I don't really like the CMC or CMC episodes much. This wasn't much of an exception.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on November 24, 2012, 10:02:58 pm
It was ok, but there have been better CMC episodes. Also I enjoyed the "I think Babs just went to the darkside" comment, oh MLP, I see what you did there.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on November 24, 2012, 11:06:00 pm
great gotta skip this one.  I dunno if CMC is popular with their main demo since bronies don't like them that much.
Edit caught the stage scene WTF?  Why was the doctor with someone other then Derpy?  Oooh she won't like that.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Patches on November 24, 2012, 11:32:52 pm
So...

Babs gets bullied at home and takes it out on the CMC = "She has her reasons, we should pity her and let her suffer no repercussions for her behavior."

CMC get bullied by Babs and take it out on her = "OMG what are you doing, that is never justified, bad CMC, shame on you!"

So I guess the moral of the story is: if you get bullied, you should attack someone completely unrelated rather than the bully themselves.  Got it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on November 24, 2012, 11:33:38 pm
Am I the only older person who does like the CMC?? They're cute. I don't get the CMC hate.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on November 24, 2012, 11:50:44 pm
So...

Babs gets bullied at home and takes it out on the CMC = "She has her reasons, we should pity her and let her suffer no repercussions for her behavior."

CMC get bullied by Babs and take it out on her = "OMG what are you doing, that is never justified, bad CMC, shame on you!"

So I guess the moral of the story is: if you get bullied, you should attack someone completely unrelated rather than the bully themselves.  Got it.

I didn't get this impression at all.

For one thing, nobody was harsh on the CMC for stooping to the level of bullies.  Aside from the CMC themselves, but that's because they knew they were doing something wrong.

For another, The CMC and Babs learned their lesson together.  It was treated as both were in the wrong.

(In other words, it's not okay to bully a bully.  That's a message I agree with)

If anything, the moral was "Don't be afraid to go to an adult about this issue"  Which was delivered so anviliciously that it made me kinda sick.

Am I the only older person who does like the CMC?? They're cute. I don't get the CMC hate.

I like the CMC, too, but I will admit, episodes focused around them tend to be my less liked episodes.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on November 25, 2012, 12:10:35 am
I think it's the standard reasons people don't like kids in fiction. 
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on November 25, 2012, 01:22:03 am
This episode was alright.   I'm not sure it was my favorite CMC episode, but it was serviceable.  Also, Diamond Tiara and Silver Spoon will likely never be anything but jerks.  I mean, I suppose it fits their characters, but we'll never see growth from them for a much simpler reason than just "deeply ingrained personality" issues.  We'll never see them be anything but jerks because they're convenient CMC episode antagonists.

Edit:  My Little Brony's stupid unmarked spoiler bullshit finally prompted me to make a rage comic to address it.

http://cheezburger.com/6808009216
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on November 25, 2012, 11:59:18 am
The best CMC episodes are The Show Stoppers, Call of the Cutie, and The Stare Master.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on November 25, 2012, 02:21:54 pm
The best CMC episodes are The Show Stoppers, Call of the Cutie, and The Stare Master.

Speaking of the CMC, I'm surprised we haven't had an episode that focuses on Scootaloo yet.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on November 25, 2012, 02:46:09 pm
The best CMC episodes are The Show Stoppers, Call of the Cutie, and The Stare Master.

Speaking of the CMC, I'm surprised we haven't had an episode that focuses on Scootaloo yet.

That'd be nice... though, my being a singer, I want a pure Sweetie episode (Sisterhoof Social was some nice sisterly bonding, but I just want Sweetie on her own for a change)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on November 25, 2012, 02:48:48 pm
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New episode was alright, Babs Seed has a painful accent, fantastic new song is fantastic, Adorable Sweetie Bell is adorable.

EDIT: BEHOLD THE GREATEST .GIF OF ALL TIME (http://www.ponypic.com/i/v6DVQ.gif) (from the latest episode)
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Post by: nickiknack on November 26, 2012, 09:39:52 pm
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Fuck yeah!! It's about time.
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Post by: Dakota Bob on November 27, 2012, 07:53:46 pm
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Fuck yeah!! It's about time.

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Reviews are coming in for #1 of the comic series. Word is, it's ballin' (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2012/11/27/review-my-little-pony-friendship-is-magic-1/)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on November 27, 2012, 08:18:01 pm
USA Today did a article on MLP (http://www.usatoday.com/story/life/2012/11/26/my-little-pony/1725375/). :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on November 27, 2012, 08:28:40 pm
USA Today did a article on MLP (http://www.usatoday.com/story/life/2012/11/26/my-little-pony/1725375/). :D

I saw a thumbnail of that on The Hub's MLP page.  So I have to ask right now.  It doesn't contain frikkin' spoilers, does it?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on November 27, 2012, 08:50:53 pm
There be spoilers.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on November 27, 2012, 09:10:26 pm
There be spoilers.

In that case, I'm not reading it - at least until Saturday.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on November 27, 2012, 09:31:29 pm
So I was hanging out at home, by myself, waiting for a contractor, and I happened to notice that MLP:FiM is on Netflix streaming, so I watched a couple episodes, just to see what was what.

Then I watched a few more.

And... and... I liked it!
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Post by: Cataclysm on November 27, 2012, 09:35:28 pm
Welcome to the herd

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on November 27, 2012, 10:02:21 pm
Glad to hear you enjoyed it, John! Do you happen to recall which episodes you gave a try?
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Post by: JohnE on November 27, 2012, 10:06:28 pm
Yeah, the first 4 or 5 episodes of season 1.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on November 27, 2012, 10:13:32 pm
Welcome to the Herd, JohnE.
(http://images.wikia.com/theamazingworldofgumball/images/5/50/Mlfw2637-121208_-_animated_applejack_cider_fluttershy_pinkie_pie_rainbow_dash_rarity_twilight_sparkle_welcome_to_the_herd.gif)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on November 28, 2012, 01:15:57 am
I found something amazing at Wal-Mart today. An honest-to-goodness, official Twilight Sparkle plushie!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on November 28, 2012, 02:20:37 am
I do love plushies. I currently have the jumbo ones for Pinkie Pie and Twilight, and the full line of the mini plushes with the ribbon-like manes (Pinkie, Twilight, and Rainbow Dash).

I wish I could get customs, but they're kind of ridiculous.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on November 28, 2012, 04:43:45 am
I do love plushies. I currently have the jumbo ones for Pinkie Pie and Twilight, and the full line of the mini plushes with the ribbon-like manes (Pinkie, Twilight, and Rainbow Dash).

I wish I could get customs, but they're kind of ridiculous.

By "jumbo ones", do you mean the pillows?

Also, I must have been really friggin' lucky to find that thing. As far as I can tell, it was the only pony plushie in the entire store. Someone had just thrown it on a shelf. I never found where it was supposed to be, or saw any others in the store.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on November 28, 2012, 09:27:01 am
Hey guys, can I confess something?  I actually like the whole "Newborn Cuties" thing from MLP.  I mean, it's so utterly ridiculous that it's kinda charming in a way. XD

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zGlaR_BtS90

Other bronies may want it to die in a fire.  I just watch it and laugh my ass off.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on November 28, 2012, 11:14:20 am
I have one of those tiny plushies of Pinkie Pie, because she's the best.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Material Defender on November 28, 2012, 11:23:07 pm
Quote
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zGlaR_BtS90


I have never been so disturbed from the front picture of a youtube video that I have not clicked play.

But this crossed that line.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on November 29, 2012, 03:55:37 am
Jumbo plush:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v203/andsean/Bedroom/TaisRoomUpdatePlus004.jpg)

Also, the comic book came out today, and it's awesome~  If anyone's unable to get it, I wrote a full-on text recap (http://darkfiretaimatsu.xanga.com/770038333/the-times-they-are-a-changeling/) of it for my blog. (And will continue to do so for future issues.)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on November 29, 2012, 07:19:42 pm
My comic should be coming soon, I ordered it from this online comic shop I get all of my comics from.

On Edit: I so can't wait for the new episode...
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 01, 2012, 01:51:33 am
I felt obligated to make this meme:

http://cheezburger.com/6829080576
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 01, 2012, 04:06:06 am
... I love and hate you at the same time, B.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 01, 2012, 04:38:02 pm
Good lord that new episode
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on December 01, 2012, 07:22:06 pm
I really enjoyed the new episode. I mean come on, Trixie is back, I love the smug bitch. That being said, it's official, to me Zecora IS the Yoda of MLP. The scene with her training Twilight really reminded me of the scene in ESB where Yoda trains Luke.
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Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 01, 2012, 07:23:54 pm
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Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 01, 2012, 11:01:03 pm
That was an interesting episode.  Other than the question of how they managed to get the message to the other ponies to use makeup as a form of trickery, it has a solid story.  Speaking of that, I suppose the only plausible explanation would be Fluttershy waiting near another part of the barrier for it to fall, and then the Mane 6 having the time to come up with their plan while Trixie's spending time gathering an audience.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on December 02, 2012, 06:45:09 pm
I do like how Twilight managed to become a Vegas mage and do it better then Trixie
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 02, 2012, 07:25:55 pm
Heard the latest whining from the Moral Guardians? with the "gender switch" trick, Hasbro is apparently promoting alternate lifestyles like transgenders.

To which I say, "fuck dammit America, don't make me set you on fire" and reach for the booze.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on December 02, 2012, 08:04:51 pm
Honestly, the gender-swapping is just making me want to own this episode legit.

...I may have issues.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on December 02, 2012, 08:09:23 pm
Honestly, the gender-swapping is just making me want to own this episode legit.

...I may have issues.

No, we all have issues, feel better??
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 02, 2012, 09:17:59 pm
Speaking of issues.

MLP:FiM is the only show where I actually like the Rule 63 content.

(Probably because I like men a lot, so a predominately female cast turns into a predominately male cast)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on December 02, 2012, 09:55:35 pm
Speaking of issues.

MLP:FiM is the only show where I actually like the Rule 63 content.

(Probably because I like men a lot, so a predominately female cast turns into a predominately male cast)

I have a very weird relationship with Rule 63, and have for pretty much my entire life.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 02, 2012, 10:18:09 pm
Heard the latest whining from the Moral Guardians? with the "gender switch" trick, Hasbro is apparently promoting alternate lifestyles like transgenders.

To which I say, "fuck dammit America, don't make me set you on fire" and reach for the booze.

You're joking, right?  I need a link.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 03, 2012, 07:17:01 pm
Heard the latest whining from the Moral Guardians? with the "gender switch" trick, Hasbro is apparently promoting alternate lifestyles like transgenders.

To which I say, "fuck dammit America, don't make me set you on fire" and reach for the booze.

You're joking, right?  I need a link.

I'll see if I can dig it up.  Can't remember where I read it, but I know I did.

Zach:  colt cuddles are best cuddles! I have a serious soft spot for ShiningMac, thanks to Sweet Apple Secrets (warning:  if you look this up, it's VERY NSFW! ... if you're familiar with pony artists, Braeburned is the one that draws it, so... fair warning), but I also have a thing for Applecest.  Brae and Mac are just adorable.

L:  As if you needed an excuse to get the DVD's and/or box sets?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 03, 2012, 08:09:50 pm
Today after going on /mlp/ for the first time, today I learned:

1) That a lot of bronies must really like Zardoz
2)
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3) That there was a reason I stopped going to 4chan
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on December 03, 2012, 10:16:41 pm
Heard the latest whining from the Moral Guardians? with the "gender switch" trick, Hasbro is apparently promoting alternate lifestyles like transgenders.

To which I say, "fuck dammit America, don't make me set you on fire" and reach for the booze.

Seriously?... That was Big Mac...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on December 04, 2012, 12:40:37 am
(Still on season 1)

I don't usually like Rarity (I don't dislike her, I just find her kinda boring), but I'm watching an episode right now all about Rarity that reminds my SO MUCH of working with difficult clients on design jobs.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on December 04, 2012, 12:49:17 am
(Still on season 1)

I don't usually like Rarity (I don't dislike her, I just find her kinda boring), but I'm watching an episode right now all about Rarity that reminds my SO MUCH of working with difficult clients on design jobs.

I'm just going to leave this here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSbXGsysAAk

Damn, I love this song.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on December 04, 2012, 01:08:59 am
That's the one.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 04, 2012, 06:05:54 pm
You'll enjoy that little over-arching story thread through the first season, John.  They don't do it in 2, and haven't seen much of one (yet) in 3, but I think you'll get a kick out of it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on December 05, 2012, 03:44:18 pm
Heard the latest whining from the Moral Guardians? with the "gender switch" trick, Hasbro is apparently promoting alternate lifestyles like transgenders.

To which I say, "fuck dammit America, don't make me set you on fire" and reach for the booze.

Seriously?... That was Big Mac...

Do you really think they left the TV on long enough for the big reveal?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 05, 2012, 06:28:04 pm
Heard the latest whining from the Moral Guardians? with the "gender switch" trick, Hasbro is apparently promoting alternate lifestyles like transgenders.

To which I say, "fuck dammit America, don't make me set you on fire" and reach for the booze.

Seriously?... That was Big Mac...

Do you really think they left the TV on long enough for the big reveal?

Of course not.

Me? I thought it was downright hilarious.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 06, 2012, 06:00:16 pm
I'd have thought the first thing they would be offended by is that the pony society is controlled by two Matriarchs and there is a 60:40 ratio of mares to stallions.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 07, 2012, 03:38:39 am
60:40? more like 80:20 or 90:10... the only males I can think of off the top of my head are Rarity and Twi's dads, Ace and Pokey are together, Big Mac has Smarty Pants, Braeburn has Little Strong Heart, Sheriff Silverstar, Hoity Toity, Filthy Rich, Mr. Cake has Cup, Snips and Snails, Doctor Whooves has Derpy and Mr. Breezy.  Donut Joe and Gustave Le Grande only have eyes for each other.

... sorry, 3:37 a.m., my shipper's showing.  I'm going to bed.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on December 07, 2012, 09:15:28 pm
Let's play BINGO, everypony!!
(http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mejg01jyWc1rdey6qo1_500.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on December 07, 2012, 11:38:32 pm
Any tips on coming out of the barn to my wife?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 08, 2012, 02:20:27 am
Let's play BINGO, everypony!!
(http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mejg01jyWc1rdey6qo1_500.png)

If we're gonna play bingo, let's not discuss spoilers when marking the cards, at least not without proper spoiler tags.  I mean, I know that the next episode is supposed to be about Scootaloo or whatever at this point.  I don't know what it's gonna be about exactly.  I also know that a lot of synopses have been released already.  Details are not what I want.  The more they can be avoided, the better.

Any tips on coming out of the barn to my wife?

Hm.  That's the first time I've heard it as "coming out of the barn."  Usually I've heard it as "coming out of the stable."

As far as advice goes, can you give us more information?  How much is your wife into cartoons?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 08, 2012, 03:19:29 am
Will refrain from discussing the episode that drops in... about 7 hours from now.  Luna's Glorious Royal Plot, I should sleep.

As for coming out of the stable, John, my best advice is to just take a cue from AJ and be honest.  If she's willing to give it a try, show her the season 1 2-parter, then Bridle Gossip and Swarm of the Century.  After that, perhaps Sonic Rainboom (if you've gotten that far).

Once you get into Seasons 2 and 3, I have more (and better) suggestions.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 08, 2012, 05:59:52 am
"Coming out of the stable?" Eesh, my body cringed at that sentence, sorry. I would agree with everybody saying to be honest. One would think your wife already knows you are not some kind of psychotic. Or she does, but she likes that.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: tempus on December 08, 2012, 07:13:40 am
Any tips on coming out of the barn to my wife?

Start by giving her a Derpy Hooves plushy?

(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-cfKm1vir6Rw/Tj8qUNdY69I/AAAAAAAAJ_Q/ssiUNn--fAs/s1600/derpy_hooves_muffins_plushie_by_brainbread-d45rd5y.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Iczerfour on December 08, 2012, 11:06:15 am
today was a great episode..   It was not only a Scootaloo Episode it had Princess Luna!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 08, 2012, 03:47:04 pm
Thanks to this episode, Rarity overtakes Rainbow Dash as ultimate douche pony

EDIT: I thought Sweetie Belle was supposed to be good at singing.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 08, 2012, 04:49:26 pm
Tired voice, trying to sing a song too loud, or more probably, Rule of Funny.

(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on December 08, 2012, 06:20:52 pm

If we're gonna play bingo, let's not discuss spoilers when marking the cards, at least not without proper spoiler tags.  I mean, I know that the next episode is supposed to be about Scootaloo or whatever at this point.  I don't know what it's gonna be about exactly.  I also know that a lot of synopses have been released already.  Details are not what I want.  The more they can be avoided, the better.


I'm sorry, I didn't post it as "Hey, here are some spoilers", I posted it in good fun, and haven't read any of the synopses personally. On another note, you seem to get way too bent out of shape over spoliers, and spoilers aren't that big of a deal to get bent out of shape over. I don't mean to come off as a bitch, I just think you take spoilers in general, too seriously and need to lighten up a bit. If you hate spoilers so much why have you read any of synopses?? I haven't read ANY of the future episode synopses, and I have no problem with spoilers.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Auggziliary on December 08, 2012, 06:45:50 pm
60:40? more like 80:20 or 90:10... the only males I can think of off the top of my head are Rarity and Twi's dads, Ace and Pokey are together, Big Mac has Smarty Pants, Braeburn has Little Strong Heart, Sheriff Silverstar, Hoity Toity, Filthy Rich, Mr. Cake has Cup, Snips and Snails, Doctor Whooves has Derpy and Mr. Breezy.  Donut Joe and Gustave Le Grande only have eyes for each other.

... sorry, 3:37 a.m., my shipper's showing.  I'm going to bed.

Prince Blue Blood? There are a lot now more male characters in season 3 I've noticed.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 08, 2012, 10:30:44 pm

If we're gonna play bingo, let's not discuss spoilers when marking the cards, at least not without proper spoiler tags.  I mean, I know that the next episode is supposed to be about Scootaloo or whatever at this point.  I don't know what it's gonna be about exactly.  I also know that a lot of synopses have been released already.  Details are not what I want.  The more they can be avoided, the better.


I'm sorry, I didn't post it as "Hey, here are some spoilers", I posted it in good fun, and haven't read any of the synopses personally. On another note, you seem to get way too bent out of shape over spoliers, and spoilers aren't that big of a deal to get bent out of shape over. I don't mean to come off as a bitch, I just think you take spoilers in general, too seriously and need to lighten up a bit. If you hate spoilers so much why have you read any of synopses?? I haven't read ANY of the future episode synopses, and I have no problem with spoilers.

I tend to not read spoilers.  People start posting them on My Little Brony though, and usually both emphasize a good spoilery part by not only zooming in on it, but underlining it in red, and usually make an image out if it all in one comic.  That shit's annoying.  I don't have a problem with spoilers so much as them not being properly marked/warned for.  It's kinda annoying to suddenly see spoiler talk when you're just trying to peruse MLB or the KYM image gallery.

Now, about the episode.  I can see two things coming out of this.

(click to show/hide)

All in all, l thought that was a pretty sweet episode.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Auggziliary on December 08, 2012, 10:33:09 pm
My boyfriend used to make fun of me for liking ponies, but today he became full-on brony. He's watched almost all of season 1 today. I'm so proud...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 09, 2012, 12:25:15 pm
60:40? more like 80:20 or 90:10... the only males I can think of off the top of my head are Rarity and Twi's dads, Ace and Pokey are together, Big Mac has Smarty Pants, Braeburn has Little Strong Heart, Sheriff Silverstar, Hoity Toity, Filthy Rich, Mr. Cake has Cup, Snips and Snails, Doctor Whooves has Derpy and Mr. Breezy.  Donut Joe and Gustave Le Grande only have eyes for each other.

... sorry, 3:37 a.m., my shipper's showing.  I'm going to bed.

Prince Blue Blood? There are a lot now more male characters in season 3 I've noticed.

Blueblood dies, alone and unloved.  He's one of the few characters I use the term 'dickweasel' for.  Gilda has more of a shot at redemption than he does.

Oh, and B?  "4.  Having said that, I think that the whole "astral projection" thing could be used quite extensively in fanfictions.  Heck, I kinda wonder if any fanfictions had anything like this before this episode?"

It's been done before.  It's been fanon since right around Luna Eclipsed.  They just made it canon with yesterday's episode.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 11, 2012, 04:17:03 am
I made a meme.

http://cheezburger.com/6868543232
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Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 11, 2012, 06:21:12 pm
ooh, good one, B.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Feral Dog on December 11, 2012, 06:27:21 pm
I made a meme.

http://cheezburger.com/6868543232

Ha, beat me to it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on December 11, 2012, 11:09:57 pm
Just got done watching the episode. Yeah I am late but I got to say that I loved it. I especially love Luna showing up and quite frankly I can buy into her being able to enter ponies' subconsciousness to give them messages being that she rules the night time.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on December 11, 2012, 11:17:38 pm
Did anyone buy Season 1 on DVD?? It just came out, I got it in the mail couple of days ago.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on December 11, 2012, 11:38:03 pm
I sure did, plus the other DVD too. This makes about... 37 episodes I have on DVD.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 12, 2012, 12:43:57 am
So, this is a thing:

http://cheezburger.com/6865724160

It won't let me direct link the image so you get a link instead.

I'm kinda curious now O_o
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on December 12, 2012, 12:49:30 am
So, this is a thing:

http://cheezburger.com/6865724160

It won't let me direct link the image so you get a link instead.

I'm kinda curious now O_o

I think it's just an alternate cover to issue 2. The first issue had a bunch of Derpy alt covers at certain retailers.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 12, 2012, 01:52:13 pm
I made a meme.

http://cheezburger.com/6868543232

My meme got featured! :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 12, 2012, 06:23:02 pm
Yeah, the comics have gotten STUPIDLY popular really fast.  Hasbro and the companies that are making the comics are having a hard time keeping up, so I hear.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: cheese007 on December 13, 2012, 01:26:25 pm
So Apple leaked this week's episode via itunes. http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1305530163001?bckey=AQ~~%2CAAAAFR9Ptpk~%2Cqrsh31CHJoHe1-V578Qlul5O7epkvas5&bctid=2031454090001
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 13, 2012, 02:18:50 pm
Yeahhhhh... Hasbro's really... kinda PISSED from what I hear.  As I understand it, they're currently verbally bucking the hay out of Itunes and trying to get it pulled.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: lazerfrog on December 13, 2012, 03:43:08 pm
I don't plan on watching the new episode until Saturday anyway, kind of destroys the charm otherwise.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 13, 2012, 05:01:18 pm
I don't use iTunes, so I'mma waiting for 1080p on the Youtubes.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 13, 2012, 05:15:34 pm
Yeahhhhh... Hasbro's really... kinda PISSED from what I hear.  As I understand it, they're currently verbally bucking the hay out of Itunes and trying to get it pulled.

You know what the worst part is?  It's a FEATURED post on My Little Brony.  I gave it a thumbs down solely on the basis that people are goddamn impatient.

Oh fuck you, fellow bronies.  That's it.  I can't even browse My Little Brony anymore until Saturday.  I swear, this fucking fandom is so goddamn impatient (not to mention in-fucking-considerate) sometimes.  Seriously, it looks like the vote page is ALREADY spammed with spoiler memes.  Grrrrrr.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: cheese007 on December 14, 2012, 12:42:52 am
The only reason I watched it was because I have an exam when it airs, as well as tomorrow and late Saturday. Plus I figured I wouldn't have been able to avoid the spoilers anyways.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 14, 2012, 01:59:40 am
The only reason I watched it was because I have an exam when it airs, as well as tomorrow and late Saturday. Plus I figured I wouldn't have been able to avoid the spoilers anyways.

Yeah, I can see that.  I don't care if people watch it.  Hell, I don't care if they discuss spoilers.  I just wish people would be a bit more considerate with said spoilers.  I guess that's asking too much, though.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 14, 2012, 04:13:06 am
EqD warned that it was up on Itunes... and basically left it to the users if they wanted to see it early or not.

Most of us? We're waiting for the TV airing.  It's tradition!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 15, 2012, 05:02:13 pm
Some great .gifs are gonna come from this episode.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on December 15, 2012, 05:20:51 pm
EqD warned that it was up on Itunes... and basically left it to the users if they wanted to see it early or not.

Most of us? We're waiting for the TV airing.  It's tradition!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gRdfX7ut8gw
Anyways nice ep though they missed a chance for a derpy cameo with her delivering mail.  Also Roid Pony
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on December 15, 2012, 06:46:01 pm
Just finished season 1. Some thoughts:

- Pinkie Pie is my favorite because she's so just dang funny.
- Fluttershy is also my favorite because I relate to her most (I too am shy and like animals).
- Rainbow Dash is also my favorite because she's 20% cooler than any other pony.
- Spike is also my favorite because come on, lazy baby dragon, what's not to love?
- I have half a mind to do a Big Macintosh cosplay at the next convention I go to. Something subtle, no ears or tail or yolk. Half the fun would be seeing who recognizes it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 15, 2012, 09:28:58 pm
so will you be beginning season 2 in a while, John?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on December 15, 2012, 09:41:22 pm
It's on Netflix, so yeah. Probably pretty soon.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Auggziliary on December 16, 2012, 08:35:21 am
My list of favorite characters(of the mane 6):
1: Apple Jack
2: Rainbow Dash
3: Twilight Sparkle
4: Rarity Diamond
5: Flutter shy
6: Pinkie Pie
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on December 16, 2012, 12:31:17 pm
Pinkie Pie is my favorite
Twilight Sparkle is my 2nd favorite, I think because she reminds me of myself so much.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Zygarde on December 16, 2012, 12:36:45 pm
Fluttershy is my favorite (and it is not because she is a part of my favorite ship in the universe involving a red stallion nope not at all) Mostly cause she is shy and yet when angered becomes really angry just like me. 
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Auggziliary on December 16, 2012, 12:49:09 pm
When Fluttershy is featured she's one of my favorites usually.
By the way, what is Fluttershy's first or last name? Is her name Flutter Shy or is that her nickname, like Rarity?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 16, 2012, 03:34:54 pm
When Fluttershy is featured she's one of my favorites usually.
By the way, what is Fluttershy's first or last name? Is her name Flutter Shy or is that her nickname, like Rarity?

Usually in fic, Fluttershy is referred to as 'Flutters' by Pinkie, sometimes Dash and AJ.  Rarity is 'Rares' from AJ, everypony calls Twilight 'Twi' unless you're Shining Armor, Dash is... Dash.  I seem to recall Dash calling Pinkie 'Pinks' at some point, and AJ gets either 'AJ' from everypony else, or 'Boss' from Dash.

Fluttershy and Rarity seem to only have singular names, like Scootaloo, Snips and Snails.


Also, death to Fluttermac shippers.  Macinpants and Fluttarity forever!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Auggziliary on December 16, 2012, 03:48:11 pm
When Fluttershy is featured she's one of my favorites usually.
By the way, what is Fluttershy's first or last name? Is her name Flutter Shy or is that her nickname, like Rarity?

Usually in fic, Fluttershy is referred to as 'Flutters' by Pinkie, sometimes Dash and AJ.  Rarity is 'Rares' from AJ, everypony calls Twilight 'Twi' unless you're Shining Armor, Dash is... Dash.  I seem to recall Dash calling Pinkie 'Pinks' at some point, and AJ gets either 'AJ' from everypony else, or 'Boss' from Dash.

Fluttershy and Rarity seem to only have singular names, like Scootaloo, Snips and Snails.


Also, death to Fluttermac shippers.  Macinpants and Fluttarity forever!

Rarity's last name is Diamond. Her full name is "Rarity Diamond".
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 16, 2012, 04:27:26 pm
When Fluttershy is featured she's one of my favorites usually.
By the way, what is Fluttershy's first or last name? Is her name Flutter Shy or is that her nickname, like Rarity?

Usually in fic, Fluttershy is referred to as 'Flutters' by Pinkie, sometimes Dash and AJ.  Rarity is 'Rares' from AJ, everypony calls Twilight 'Twi' unless you're Shining Armor, Dash is... Dash.  I seem to recall Dash calling Pinkie 'Pinks' at some point, and AJ gets either 'AJ' from everypony else, or 'Boss' from Dash.

Fluttershy and Rarity seem to only have singular names, like Scootaloo, Snips and Snails.


Also, death to Fluttermac shippers.  Macinpants and Fluttarity forever!

..........But Fluttermac fan art is cute :(
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Zygarde on December 16, 2012, 05:22:01 pm
When Fluttershy is featured she's one of my favorites usually.
By the way, what is Fluttershy's first or last name? Is her name Flutter Shy or is that her nickname, like Rarity?

Usually in fic, Fluttershy is referred to as 'Flutters' by Pinkie, sometimes Dash and AJ.  Rarity is 'Rares' from AJ, everypony calls Twilight 'Twi' unless you're Shining Armor, Dash is... Dash.  I seem to recall Dash calling Pinkie 'Pinks' at some point, and AJ gets either 'AJ' from everypony else, or 'Boss' from Dash.

Fluttershy and Rarity seem to only have singular names, like Scootaloo, Snips and Snails.


Also, death to Fluttermac shippers.  Macinpants and Fluttarity forever!

That's a bit excessive don't you think I mean there are worse ships out there.   
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: largeham on December 16, 2012, 05:54:08 pm
Pinkie Pie is obviously the best pony. I quite disliked Rarity at first, but came to like her after season 1.

I absolutely hate Shining Armour, I try to ignore his existence.

Edit: Sweetie Belle's singing in episode 6 cracked me up.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on December 16, 2012, 07:04:24 pm
Fluttermac? That's brilliant! Love it. This shall be my ship. ;D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 16, 2012, 07:09:55 pm
When Fluttershy is featured she's one of my favorites usually.
By the way, what is Fluttershy's first or last name? Is her name Flutter Shy or is that her nickname, like Rarity?

Usually in fic, Fluttershy is referred to as 'Flutters' by Pinkie, sometimes Dash and AJ.  Rarity is 'Rares' from AJ, everypony calls Twilight 'Twi' unless you're Shining Armor, Dash is... Dash.  I seem to recall Dash calling Pinkie 'Pinks' at some point, and AJ gets either 'AJ' from everypony else, or 'Boss' from Dash.

Fluttershy and Rarity seem to only have singular names, like Scootaloo, Snips and Snails.


Also, death to Fluttermac shippers.  Macinpants and Fluttarity forever!

That's a bit excessive don't you think I mean there are worse ships out there.   

Priestling's trying to be funny :P

Also, Shining Armour is awesome, how can anyone hate him? D:<
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Post by: nickiknack on December 16, 2012, 07:19:58 pm
My favorite MLP ship is Lyra and Bon Bon
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Auggziliary on December 16, 2012, 07:39:11 pm
I always liked AppleDash...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Iczerfour on December 16, 2012, 08:56:18 pm
Vinyl and Octavia FOREVER!!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on December 16, 2012, 09:04:06 pm
That's a great ship too. WUB WUB
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on December 16, 2012, 09:18:50 pm
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v203/andsean/Other/CaptainVelestia.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Auggziliary on December 16, 2012, 09:24:52 pm
I've always thought Braeburn X little Brave Heart was so cute...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 16, 2012, 09:32:50 pm
I've always thought Braeburn X little Brave Heart was so cute...

Her name is Little Strong Heart, if I recall correctly.

I don't have any favorite ships.  I once tried working on a Raripie fic, but I haven't really tried improving it in a long time.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Auggziliary on December 16, 2012, 09:34:24 pm
I've always thought Braeburn X little Brave Heart was so cute...

Her name is Little Strong Heart, if I recall correctly.

I don't have any favorite ships.  I once tried working on a Raripie fic, but I haven't really tried improving it in a long time.

Oh yeah, whoops. Little Brave Heart sounds like a Mel Gibson X Strong Heart ship.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on December 16, 2012, 09:37:09 pm
"They may take our lives, but they'll never take... OUR PONIIIIIIIEEEEES!!!"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 17, 2012, 05:59:20 pm
My ships:  Twinkie (Twi and Pinkie), Fluttarity, Appledash, TaviScratch, Lyrabon, Gildixie (Gilda and Trixie), Macinpants (Mac and Smarty Pants), Zecorabloom, Scootabelle, HeartBurn (Brae and Little Strong Heart, as mentioned), TiaraSpoon and Puppydog Tails (Snips and Snails).
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on December 17, 2012, 06:30:56 pm
I'm also a fan of the Derpy and Doctor Whooves ship.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on December 17, 2012, 07:59:59 pm
My ships:  Twinkie (Twi and Pinkie), Fluttarity, Appledash, TaviScratch, Lyrabon, Gildixie (Gilda and Trixie), Macinpants (Mac and Smarty Pants), Zecorabloom, Scootabelle, HeartBurn (Brae and Little Strong Heart, as mentioned), TiaraSpoon and Puppydog Tails (Snips and Snails).
Tell the truth. You just picked the ones with the funniest names.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on December 17, 2012, 08:14:51 pm
I love how Snips and Snails shipping is refered to as "puppydog tails"

What are little boys made of?
What are little boys made of?
Snips and Snails
And Puppydog tails
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 17, 2012, 09:54:17 pm
My ships:  Twinkie (Twi and Pinkie), Fluttarity, Appledash, TaviScratch, Lyrabon, Gildixie (Gilda and Trixie), Macinpants (Mac and Smarty Pants), Zecorabloom, Scootabelle, HeartBurn (Brae and Little Strong Heart, as mentioned), TiaraSpoon and Puppydog Tails (Snips and Snails).
Tell the truth. You just picked the ones with the funniest names.

Actually, no, those are my preferences.

Also, Nicki? The Puppydog tails ship was spawned by my best friend, who also writes pony fic.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on December 19, 2012, 09:36:40 pm
Badass!

(http://fc01.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2012/283/4/3/439bd64f269edd50eaf7ea25fb601f75-d5hfh1j.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 22, 2012, 02:11:48 pm
To summarize today's episode: Who's a silly pony? Applejack is!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 22, 2012, 10:13:39 pm
To summarize today's episode: Who's a silly pony? Applejack is!

All is right with Equestria, then :3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 22, 2012, 10:50:17 pm
I can't say this was my favorite episode, but it was good.  I was kind of hoping that Babs Seed and Applebloom would get to talk more.  Damn you, plot-powered inconvenience!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Auggziliary on December 22, 2012, 10:59:03 pm
Granny smith was so cute when she was younger, she's still cute though.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 23, 2012, 01:17:57 am
And we got a country song out of it! *FINALLY!*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on December 23, 2012, 02:32:57 am
Didn't like it.  I dunno just i dunno didn't sit right
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 23, 2012, 02:50:41 am
Didn't like it.  I dunno just i dunno didn't sit right

Well, I can see why.  I mean, I enjoyed it (I really enjoyed seeing Babs Seed again), but I can imagine that you found Applejack's overbearing attitude annoying.  What's more, I think you could argue that the pacing was uneven.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on December 23, 2012, 03:37:13 am
Everything (reasonable) I wanted out of this season, I have now gotten.

Everything unreasonable has yet to happen, but that's why it's the unreasonable list in the first place~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: lazerfrog on December 23, 2012, 06:47:13 am
I'm surprised how many people seem to dislike this episode's song, I personally like it the best out of any this season!  It was also nice to get a decent Applejack episode that's actually mostly about Applejack, hopefully this will convince the community to put the "AJ never gets good episodes" meme to rest.  It was pretty cute seeing Applejack get emotional near the end, I can't even remember a time when she was that visibly upset.  Seeing all the members of the Apple family from previous episodes was great too, I love being reminded that the writers actually care about continuity.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Patches on December 23, 2012, 10:07:38 am
I'm surprised how many people seem to dislike this episode's song
The tune was catchy, but there have been off-the-cuff Pinkie Pie songs with more intelligent lyrics.

"Raise this barn, raise this barn, 1 2 3 4" x50
"We raised this barn, we raised this barn, yes we did."

In the words of Apple Bloom: "... Seriously?"

Also, since the "entire Apple family" was in this episode, but Applejack's parents were not, do we take that as an indication that they're dead?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on December 23, 2012, 11:45:18 am
it was the pacing and kind of I thought Applejack would have learned by now not to overwork in general
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 23, 2012, 11:49:43 am
it was the pacing and kind of I thought Applejack would have learned by now not to overwork in general

Well, since her parents are supposedly dead, maybe she had to grow up too fast running the farm, or something.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Auggziliary on December 23, 2012, 01:16:59 pm
it was the pacing and kind of I thought Applejack would have learned by now not to overwork in general

Well, since her parents are supposedly dead, maybe she had to grow up too fast running the farm, or something.

By the way, is Scootaloo Rainbow Dash's sister? I always get really confused about the pony family trees.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 23, 2012, 01:21:12 pm
it was the pacing and kind of I thought Applejack would have learned by now not to overwork in general

Well, since her parents are supposedly dead, maybe she had to grow up too fast running the farm, or something.

By the way, is Scootaloo Rainbow Dash's sister? I always get really confused about the pony family trees.

No, at least not literally.  I suppose you could consider her a metaphorical big sister after the Scootalove ep.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Auggziliary on December 23, 2012, 01:22:15 pm
it was the pacing and kind of I thought Applejack would have learned by now not to overwork in general

Well, since her parents are supposedly dead, maybe she had to grow up too fast running the farm, or something.

By the way, is Scootaloo Rainbow Dash's sister? I always get really confused about the pony family trees.

No, at least not literally.  I suppose you could consider her a metaphorical big sister after the Scootalove ep.

Where are Scootaloo's parents?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 23, 2012, 01:29:41 pm
it was the pacing and kind of I thought Applejack would have learned by now not to overwork in general

Well, since her parents are supposedly dead, maybe she had to grow up too fast running the farm, or something.

By the way, is Scootaloo Rainbow Dash's sister? I always get really confused about the pony family trees.

No, at least not literally.  I suppose you could consider her a metaphorical big sister after the Scootalove ep.

Where are Scootaloo's parents?

Who the hell knows?  They certainly don't seem to be canon yet.  Nobody knows if they ever will be.  If they do, I kinda hope they don't spoil it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 23, 2012, 06:45:44 pm
Faust (and Thiessen) have both said that Dash is NOT related to Scootaloo.  But that they'll develop a sisterly relationship.

As for Scoot's parents, no, there's no information one way or the other on them.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Auggziliary on December 23, 2012, 08:21:31 pm
There are so many dead/abandoning parents in this show...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on December 23, 2012, 08:37:24 pm
Just stumbled across this on Pinterest, Tara Strong cosplaying as Twilight Sparkle.

(http://media-cache-ec3.pinterest.com/upload/56295064063353891_9LFFVSlL_c.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Auggziliary on December 23, 2012, 08:42:22 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n7HrijDkfHc

This guy parodies famous MLP fanfics.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on December 23, 2012, 08:58:36 pm
I really enjoyed the song from this weeks episode, finally an AppleJack song...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on December 23, 2012, 10:54:41 pm
Okay also Applebloom saying that it was good thing that it was ruined hurt.  Mostly for the barn thing.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: lazerfrog on December 24, 2012, 09:05:04 pm
That's a good point, actually.  I guess the lyrics weren't the best, especially after the show's writers have shown that they're capable of writing relatively (among kids' shows, anyway) intelligent lyrics.  I mainly enjoyed it for how it sounded and how cute the accompanying montage was.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 25, 2012, 01:51:58 am
You know, I think I saw a comic where Applejack's dad was telling her "One day this will be yours." while holding his hat and pointing to the orchard.  The joke was that he was referring to the hat.

I actually kind of like the idea of AJ's hat being from her father.  That is to say, I kind of like the idea of it as a keepsake for AJ to remember her dad by.  Hell, I'm sure a touching fanfiction could be written or a small fancomic could be made from the idea.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on December 25, 2012, 12:19:04 pm
(http://24.media.tumblr.com/cbecc32e90e3e9c0107b9db898cf046d/tumblr_mfj3httpVQ1r4l7tpo1_500.png)

Applebloom inspired fashion
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 25, 2012, 02:35:26 pm
You know, I think I saw a comic where Applejack's dad was telling her "One day this will be yours." while holding his hat and pointing to the orchard.  The joke was that he was referring to the hat.

I actually kind of like the idea of AJ's hat being from her father.  That is to say, I kind of like the idea of it as a keepsake for AJ to remember her dad by.  Hell, I'm sure a touching fanfiction could be written or a small fancomic could be made from the idea.

It's been done.  Oh, by Luna, has it been done to DEATH.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 25, 2012, 04:15:00 pm
My head canon is that Applejack murdered her parents and took the hat from her father as a trophy. Because why not.

Also, this future episode synopsis blew my fuckin' mind:
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on December 25, 2012, 04:24:23 pm
Also, this future episode synopsis blew my fuckin' mind:
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So full of awesome.
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 26, 2012, 02:59:11 am
Also, this future episode synopsis blew my fuckin' mind:
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So full of awesome.
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 27, 2012, 03:07:42 am
So we don't get another new episode until January 19th, eh?  Great, now I have to try to dodge spoilers for three weeks.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 27, 2012, 04:18:31 am
So we don't get another new episode until January 19th, eh?  Great, now I have to try to dodge spoilers for three weeks.


No, this isn't the next episode, it's one after the next episode.  I think.

That being said, good luck dodging spoilers.  Seriously.  Having seen the synopsis I imagine most bronies will be very excited...

or whiney.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 27, 2012, 03:31:51 pm
According to the #pony channel on irc.esper.net, the next episode is on January 19th.  I'd expect them to have their stuff together on this info.

Note:  I'm talking about pony's topic.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 27, 2012, 07:09:12 pm
According to TV Tropes, the next episode is December 29th.

Which is, incidentally, this saturday.

Then the next episode is January 19th.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Feral Dog on December 28, 2012, 01:40:34 am
According to TV Tropes, the next episode is December 29th.

Which is, incidentally, this saturday.

Then the next episode is January 19th.

My birthday's the 30th, so I think I'll just save the recording for my morning wake-up routine.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 28, 2012, 04:43:10 pm
So I have a question related to Luna's dreamwalking ability.  Wouldn't such an ability mean that Nightmare Moon would be able to enter ponies dreams and cause/contribute to their nightmares?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 28, 2012, 04:53:31 pm
So I have a question related to Luna's dreamwalking ability.  Wouldn't such an ability mean that Nightmare Moon would be able to enter ponies dreams and cause/contribute to their nightmares?

In theory, but there's no canon to state one way or the other.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on December 29, 2012, 11:08:46 am
Enjoyed the new episode,poor Spike, doesn't know what to do with his time, when he isn't helping somepony. Also I was glad to see the Timberwolves make an appearance again. They're so cool and creepy looking at the same time.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on December 29, 2012, 11:28:16 am
Sigh actually not looking forward to the Discord ep. 
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 29, 2012, 02:28:05 pm
What we learned from today's episode:
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Also, awesome fanart (http://solar-empire.deviantart.com/gallery/?32636731#/d5o6a99)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 29, 2012, 10:49:25 pm
Sigh actually not looking forward to the Discord ep.
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Dude, if you're gonna say shit like that, put it under some damned spoiler tags.  Jeez.  Thanks.  Thanks a bunch.


Thank you for retroactively putting your thoughts under spoiler tags.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 29, 2012, 11:12:26 pm
Sigh actually not looking forward to the Discord ep.  I dunno just he was such a perfect villian having him reform loses the appeal

Dude, if you're gonna say shit like that, put it under some damned spoiler tags.  Jeez.  Thanks.  Thanks a bunch.

B, I'm going to say this as both a member of Equestria Daily (as in, somepony that "works" for Seth) and as a FSTDT forumite.


QUIT BITCHING

For the love of Luna's Divine Royal Ass, ENOUGH!

The Discord episode has been known about for over a month, and was speculated on for the last three.  If you don't like the fact that info is given to us by Hasbro themselves, by Jayson Thiessen, by Sibsy, by Daniel Ingram, fucking deal with it.  The rest of us are tired of it.  Don't make me get the Moon Cannon.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on December 29, 2012, 11:20:11 pm
Peace.  I dunno just I hope it goes this moral of sometimes people are just mean no matter how they seem.  Except they dd that with Gilda fuck
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 29, 2012, 11:38:28 pm
Sigh actually not looking forward to the Discord ep.  I dunno just he was such a perfect villian having him reform loses the appeal

Dude, if you're gonna say shit like that, put it under some damned spoiler tags.  Jeez.  Thanks.  Thanks a bunch.

B, I'm going to say this as both a member of Equestria Daily (as in, somepony that "works" for Seth) and as a FSTDT forumite.


QUIT BITCHING

For the love of Luna's Divine Royal Ass, ENOUGH!

The Discord episode has been known about for over a month, and was speculated on for the last three.  If you don't like the fact that info is given to us by Hasbro themselves, by Jayson Thiessen, by Sibsy, by Daniel Ingram, fucking deal with it.  The rest of us are tired of it.  Don't make me get the Moon Cannon.

I know Discord's returning.  I wasn't able to avoid that spoiler.  However,  I've been able to avoid knowing much about the details, but then Kefka dropped something that sounds like a pretty big spoiler to those of us who'd like to stay as much in-the-dark as possible.  Yet you're telling me my annoyance isn't justified?  Really, Priestling?  Really?

Why don't I just find another show you like and start spouting off spoilers about upcoming stories?  Not all of us care to speculate about this shit, whether you like to admit it or not.

Edit:  By the way, I don't care who released the information.  That doesn't make me suddenly eager to stumble upon major spoilers unaware.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 29, 2012, 11:56:56 pm
Sigh actually not looking forward to the Discord ep.  I dunno just he was such a perfect villian having him reform loses the appeal

Dude, if you're gonna say shit like that, put it under some damned spoiler tags.  Jeez.  Thanks.  Thanks a bunch.

B, I'm going to say this as both a member of Equestria Daily (as in, somepony that "works" for Seth) and as a FSTDT forumite.


QUIT BITCHING

For the love of Luna's Divine Royal Ass, ENOUGH!

The Discord episode has been known about for over a month, and was speculated on for the last three.  If you don't like the fact that info is given to us by Hasbro themselves, by Jayson Thiessen, by Sibsy, by Daniel Ingram, fucking deal with it.  The rest of us are tired of it.  Don't make me get the Moon Cannon.

I know Discord's returning.  I wasn't able to avoid that spoiler.  However,  I've been able to avoid knowing much about the details, but then Kefka dropped something that sounds like a pretty big spoiler to those of us who'd like to stay as much in-the-dark as possible.  Yet you're telling me my annoyance isn't justified?  Really, Priestling?  Really?

Why don't I just find another show you like and start spouting off spoilers about upcoming stories?  Not all of us care to speculate about this shit, whether you like to admit it or not.

Because in a fandom like this, spoilers are inevitable.  You WHINE about the smallest things, for the love of the Sisters! It's near-impossible to not see the episode in advance on Itunes for the last three weeks running, for example.  It's bad enough we have to deal with shit stain commenters whining after an episode, saying it's a pile of shit, that we're all faggots if we liked it, that other commenters need to kill themselves... and you're complaining about spoilers just about everypony else knows about at least two weeks in ADVANCE.

The only real time we get kept 'in the dark' is for the finales.  Deliberately.  The best we get is episode titles, and maybe, MAYBE a synopsis.  Everything else before then is fair fuckin' game.  You whine here, you whine on the IRC, and the rest of us, even those of us NOT involved in pony, are getting tired of it.  Nopony cares if you don't like it anymore.  Keep your complaints to yourself.  The rest of us are trying to enjoy our happy, smiling, silly pastel equines.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Søren on December 30, 2012, 12:15:24 am
Alright, I've been made aware of this thread. Just going to throw in my two cents.

Now, considering Hasbro has released this information regarding the discord episode, it can be assumed that all bronies in the community have seen it (well not all, but for the sake of assumption this is public info which is intended to be seen by the community)

B - Siraj/Priestling is right in that you have repeatedly complained about spoilers, and I admit I have seen this in the irc and I am tired of it.
And Siraj/Priestling. Please dont react so harshly. I really dont want to be the tone police, and I understand the frustration on both your sides.

I don't want to be that guy to limit discussion, but could spoilers please be kept to an absolute minimum, if only to keep the complaints to a minimum and to keep those that like to be kept in the dark happy.

EDITED: because people may get confused between priestlings irc and forum name.

Thank you.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on December 30, 2012, 12:21:22 am
Sigh actually not looking forward to the Discord ep.  I dunno just he was such a perfect villian having him reform loses the appeal

Dude, if you're gonna say shit like that, put it under some damned spoiler tags.  Jeez.  Thanks.  Thanks a bunch.

B, I'm going to say this as both a member of Equestria Daily (as in, somepony that "works" for Seth) and as a FSTDT forumite.


QUIT BITCHING

For the love of Luna's Divine Royal Ass, ENOUGH!

The Discord episode has been known about for over a month, and was speculated on for the last three.  If you don't like the fact that info is given to us by Hasbro themselves, by Jayson Thiessen, by Sibsy, by Daniel Ingram, fucking deal with it.  The rest of us are tired of it.  Don't make me get the Moon Cannon.


THANK YOU

I'm really getting sick B's complaining about spoilers
SPOILERS IS A PART EVERY FANDOM, DEAL WITH IT.
If you were part of the Star Wars fandom, you would've had a royal uber fit over the Season 5 trailer of Clone Wars. And guess what, everyone welcomed the spoilers with open arms.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 30, 2012, 12:34:14 am
I would have a shitfit over the Season 5 Clone Wars trailer, you say?  No.  I would TRY to avoid discussions about it while continuing to enjoy the fandom/fanwork as best I could, as well as avoiding the clip itself.

Of course, if the Star Wars fandom is anything like the brony fandom, that would mean avoiding a lot of Star Wars sites until the episodes air, I guess.  That is, unless they actually give two shits about keeping new season discussion in a spoiler thread made specifically for that.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on December 30, 2012, 12:52:38 am
Umm, the season 5 trailer was unavoidable for the most part unless you live under a rock. It was debuted at Celebration VI, and spread like wildfire to every entertainment site from there.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 30, 2012, 03:44:10 am
As much as spoilers piss me off, I suppose I can see people being annoyed about me complaining about it.

Now I just have to try to forget what kefka said.  Dwelling on it won't help.  At least he didn't provide images that'll stick in my brain or whatever.

Now, onto what I thought about the episode.  There were funny moments, but it felt a bit painfully predictable.  Then again, I guess I've just seen this kind' of plot in a lot of works, so it stuck out in my mind more.

It was still a good episode.  I guess the general plot along with the need to push it up to eleven was...well.  It was funny and a little off-putting at the same time.

Final (More Specific) Thoughs:

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on December 30, 2012, 05:49:17 am
Sigh actually not looking forward to the Discord ep. 
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Quote
I never really thought him as evil.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Patches on December 30, 2012, 09:13:20 am
Sigh actually not looking forward to the Discord ep. 
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You know what I think would be an awesome, but unlikely plot for that episode?

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on December 30, 2012, 09:20:17 am
Also, this future episode synopsis blew my fuckin' mind:
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So full of awesome.
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I'll be in my bunk. <3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 31, 2012, 01:51:26 pm
Also, this future episode synopsis blew my fuckin' mind:
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So full of awesome.
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I'll be in my bunk. <3

Room for one more? >:3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on January 10, 2013, 09:32:11 pm
Just finished season 2 this morning. My thoughts:

• The season finale was badass! One of my favorite episodes so far.

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• Fluttershy is definitely my favorite, but I love all the Mane Six. Even Rarity.

• I've been eating more apples and apple-based desserts lately.

Season 3 isn't on Netflix, but it's online somewhere, right?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 10, 2013, 09:42:56 pm
Just finished season 2 this morning. My thoughts:

• The season finale was badass! One of my favorite episodes so far.

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• Fluttershy is definitely my favorite, but I love all the Mane Six. Even Rarity.

• I've been eating more apples and apple-based desserts lately.

Season 3 isn't on Netflix, but it's online somewhere, right?

Chrysalis (the Changeling Queen) is officially our Cute Monster Girl of the fandom.

Ah, the Apple Affliction.  At least it's good for you!

And S3 is on Youtube.  Just go there and put in the episode titles (which you can find here:  http://mlp.wikia.com/wiki/Episodes ) and you'll get loads of hits.  Enjoy!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on January 15, 2013, 11:35:42 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4mBa0civN5Y

Who knew such feels could be linked to the word "waifu"?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on January 17, 2013, 12:58:59 am
I'm all caught up with season 3.

... now what do I do?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on January 17, 2013, 01:28:32 am
I'm all caught up with season 3.

... now what do I do?

Wait for the weekend.

Or find some tumblrpon archives to read through, that's always fun~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 17, 2013, 03:23:22 am
Excited for this weeks episode, for the obvious reasons. Interesting to see how they handle the character* this episode.

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 17, 2013, 06:44:52 am
I am both eager and scared.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on January 17, 2013, 07:40:48 am
I'm all caught up with season 3.

... now what do I do?

Wait for the weekend.

Or find some tumblrpon archives to read through, that's always fun~

I'm a big fan of the Doctor Who crossover Discorded Whooves (http://"http://askdiscordwhooves.tumblr.com/"), but I must warn you it's got a good 37 pages of archives.  Also, the Doctor and Jack Harkness are pony-shaped, and the whole thing is very PG-13.  May not be for everyone, but I've got an unnerving crush on Whooves.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on January 17, 2013, 04:36:53 pm
If I find out discord turns good I won't like it.  I dunno he was kind of established to be the god of chaos.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on January 17, 2013, 06:00:22 pm
Chaotic doesn't necessarily mean evil. I mean, come on, Chocolate Rain you guys!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on January 17, 2013, 06:13:39 pm
After all, Chaotic Good (http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/ChaoticGood) is an alignment for a reason~

(I'm a big chaotic neutral fan myself.)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on January 17, 2013, 07:03:36 pm
I dunnno just I like hinking he's Q.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 17, 2013, 08:39:59 pm
I'm sure it won't be bad, we always need more randomness.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on January 17, 2013, 09:20:52 pm
I dunnno just I like hinking he's Q.
Q eventually became a good guy too.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 17, 2013, 10:26:33 pm
I dunnno just I like hinking he's Q.
Q eventually became a good guy too.

Well, technically, it was less "became a good guy" and more a case of "got knocked off of his high horse by the very mortals he thought were insignificant but fun to poke"

Q is still Q, he's just a little more respectful of mortals.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 18, 2013, 02:30:40 am
I dunnno just I like hinking he's Q.
Q eventually became a good guy too.

Well, technically, it was less "became a good guy" and more a case of "got knocked off of his high horse by the very mortals he thought were insignificant but fun to poke"

Q is still Q, he's just a little more respectful of mortals.

Especially after Sisko cold-cocked him.  One of the few redeeming factors of DS9.


Also, SO looking forward to the episode myself! Going to watch it with my friends on Synchtube later today.

John:  What do you think of S3 so far? anything really stick with you? any complaints?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on January 18, 2013, 03:28:45 pm
I'm enjoying this season. Just wish it was longer.

Also, potential major spoiler:
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 18, 2013, 05:00:23 pm
I'm enjoying this season. Just wish it was longer.

Also, potential major spoiler:
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 18, 2013, 07:23:55 pm
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on January 19, 2013, 12:44:05 am
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Post by: kefkaownsall on January 19, 2013, 11:01:10 am
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Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 19, 2013, 12:29:32 pm
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Post by: kefkaownsall on January 19, 2013, 01:27:06 pm
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 19, 2013, 03:12:21 pm
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Post by: Dakota Bob on January 19, 2013, 03:58:08 pm
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Post by: nickiknack on January 19, 2013, 04:50:22 pm
I enjoyed the episode

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That being said the spoiler tag bs is annoying the fuck out of me.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Zygarde on January 19, 2013, 05:15:33 pm
I liked the episode granted I missed like the first few minutes off it due to oversleeping

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Post by: kefkaownsall on January 19, 2013, 06:01:53 pm
Actually most of the baddies don't reform.  The only real one was Luna. 
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Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 19, 2013, 08:26:12 pm
I liked the episode granted I missed like the first few minutes off it due to oversleeping

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 19, 2013, 08:33:01 pm
I hope you guys aren't using spoiler tags on account of me.  Yeah, I think spoilers are annoying, but I usually don't visit discussion threads if an episode has AIRED and I haven't seen it.

If something hasn't aired, that's when it really bothers me if spoilers are unmarked.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on January 21, 2013, 08:30:17 am
I was just happy to see Discord being Discord for so much of the episode.  The fact that he's only going along with the ponies grudgingly because he doesn't want to lose Fluttershy's respect is a bit odd, but not too out of character for him, IMO.

Also, I was at Animate! Miami this weekend and remembered how much I hate certain types of brony.  They totally hijacked the Q&A sessions.  I remember when Billy West was at FSC last summer, we were specifically reminded to only ask one question per person.  This time around, we had Annoying Bronies in line twice in a row for the same VA.  Also, having Andrea Libman do a Fluttershy "Yay" is really cute, but you don't have to make her do the whole fucking cheering scene.  We've all seen it multiple times already.

I don't think I'll be going to any pony VA panels again.  If I get a chance for Tara Strong's autograph, I'll take it, but the Q&A sessions turn too many teenage bronies into complete douchebags.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 21, 2013, 04:47:32 pm
Honestly, I'm thinking of calling myself something other than "brony".  While I do enjoy a lot of brony culture, there is so much more of it that makes me cringe.

I especially hate the "patting themselves on the back" part, or the "so many haters are bronies in denial" part, or the "it's scientifically impossible to watch FIM without getting hooked" part.

It's pretentious as fuck, and I dare say bronies can be some of the most obnoxious, proselytizing group of reverse-hipsters I've ever seen.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 21, 2013, 05:23:39 pm
"it's scientifically impossible to watch FIM without getting hooked"

I have someone I call a brother that got run out of the fandom by the rabid dipshits.  The ones that seriously act that you're less of a person for NOT being interested in the show.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 21, 2013, 05:57:28 pm
"it's scientifically impossible to watch FIM without getting hooked"

I have someone I call a brother that got run out of the fandom by the rabid dipshits.  The ones that seriously act that you're less of a person for NOT being interested in the show.

Yeah, it's getting to the point where I can't find the good without it literally being covered in the bad.

I still love the show, but eh...

We need a new name for the sane ex-bronies who are still a fan of the show.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on January 21, 2013, 06:25:06 pm
How about "(relatively sane) fans of My Little Pony (who don't associate with bronies)"?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 21, 2013, 06:42:35 pm
That's kind of a mouthful, though.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 21, 2013, 07:08:35 pm
Yeah I can't stand the self-congratulatory shit that goes on, you know it's getting bad when the circlejerk levels surpass Reddit.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on January 21, 2013, 07:49:34 pm
That's kind of a mouthful, though.
Kinda my point. Catchy labels make it easier for people to lump each other together. Case in point, the label "brony" makes you feel lumped in with the obsessives, the cloppers, and the other unsavories.

Pick another label and eventually the unsavories will adopt that one instead (especially if it is perceived as being higher status), and you're right back where you started.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 21, 2013, 08:08:51 pm
I was actually thinking of a label even more generic.

Like, Fimfan or something.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Osama bin Bambi on January 21, 2013, 08:17:45 pm
FiMatic.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 21, 2013, 09:51:25 pm
FiMatic.

I like it!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 21, 2013, 10:38:07 pm
"I'm a Fimatic"
"What's a fimatic?"
"A my little pony fan who doesn't want to be associated with bronies"
"Oh"

...This works :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 21, 2013, 10:45:02 pm
Fimatic...

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 22, 2013, 03:13:48 am
Damn.  I see everyone's talking about creating a new label to distinguish themselves from the obnoxious, annoying, or generally "unsavory" parts of the fandom.  Pardon me, but I think using a separate label to distinguish yourself from segments of the fandom you don't like comes off as awfully pretentious and conceited.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 22, 2013, 03:43:00 am
Damn.  I see everyone's talking about creating a new label to distinguish themselves from the obnoxious, annoying, or generally "unsavory" parts of the fandom.  Pardon me, but I think using a separate label to distinguish yourself from segments of the fandom you don't like comes off as awfully pretentious and conceited.

I'm so glad you personally PMed me about this on IRC to tell me about this post so you can deliver a self-righteous rant about how pretentious and conceited I am.

Maybe you should look in a mirror before doing anything like that in the future.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 22, 2013, 03:56:13 am
Damn.  I see everyone's talking about creating a new label to distinguish themselves from the obnoxious, annoying, or generally "unsavory" parts of the fandom.  Pardon me, but I think using a separate label to distinguish yourself from segments of the fandom you don't like comes off as awfully pretentious and conceited.

I'm so glad you personally PMed me about this on IRC to tell me about this post so you can deliver a self-righteous rant about how pretentious and conceited I am.

Maybe you should look in a mirror before doing anything like that in the future.

I wasn't specifically thinking about you when I mentioned it to you.  I looked at the larger context of the conversation with the widespread agreement of the original idea and just felt like pointing out that I thought it was bullshit.  Hell, it never crossed my mind that you were the one to bring it up, given the direction this thread has taken through the last page.  Seriously, the whole conversation devolved into one giant circle jerk pretty damned quickly.  I stand by what I said about separate labels.

I only PM'd you because you were the first brony to come to mind in the chat room, BTW.  I was reading the thread and though, "Hey, maybe I can discuss this with someone because I disagree!"  Then I thought "Well, who's on chat and a brony?"  You had recently posted, so you came to mind.

I wasn't really thinking "Oh hey!  He started the conversation on new labels!  Let's PM him to piss him off!"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 22, 2013, 04:48:56 am
Circle jerk?

Seriously?

I stand by my point about looking in a mirror before doing anything in the future.  Because you've really decided to make a complete ass out of yourself over this.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 22, 2013, 05:06:10 am
Circle jerk?

Seriously?

I stand by my point about looking in a mirror before doing anything in the future.  Because you've really decided to make a complete ass out of yourself over this.

Yeah, it's a fucking circlejerk.  Ten posts in a row basically coming up with a way to say "How can we identify as fans of the show without labeling ourselves with as 'bronies?'" to be a bit of a circle jerk.

I don't know about you, but I've always viewed the term "brony" as something that paints a picture of a person that only says "I'm a fan of MLP."  You guys then turn around and say "Oh hey!  Let's make a new label! "  You're basically saying that anybody who's a brony - or prefers to identify as one - is below you.  Sure, you may only be referring to only being better than the "unsavory" bronies, but that sure the hell doesn't come across to me in the past 10 or so posts before I said something.

Hell, I think a good analog would be choosing not to identify as an atheist because there's a lot of outspoken atheist jerks out there!  You still hold the same beliefs, or lack thereof, that an atheist does, but you sure the hell don't want to identify as one.  Rather than keeping calm and showing that labels don't define you one-dimensionally, you feel the need to choose another label such as agnostic (which isn't even mutually exclusive anyway).  Now doesn't that just make you feel warm and fuzzy, not having to associate with those damn atheist jerks?

You know, if you guys want to call yourselves "fimatics," be my guest.  I personally think it and its definition is an insult to the entire label "brony," but go ahead!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Osama bin Bambi on January 22, 2013, 06:07:18 pm
Damn.  I see everyone's talking about creating a new label to distinguish themselves from the obnoxious, annoying, or generally "unsavory" parts of the fandom.  Pardon me, but I think using a separate label to distinguish yourself from segments of the fandom you don't like comes off as awfully pretentious and conceited.

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 22, 2013, 06:21:45 pm
Y'know what? I'm a brony.  Semi-proud of it.  I write fic, I've actually tried my hoof at drawing... it's re-ignited my creativity, this show has.  If some of those fans don't like the bad rap 'brony' has gotten as a label (and I'll admit, it has in some regards), far be it from me to bitch at anypony else for wanting to distance themselves.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on January 26, 2013, 11:10:03 am
I hate to ask this, but I don't know where else to find anypony interested.  I broke down and got that iPhone app from Hasbro, and was wondering if anyone has a Gameloft account that I could add to my empty friendslist?  I'm The_L1985.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 26, 2013, 11:20:49 am
Don't have an ipod (that works) of late.  Sorry, L.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 26, 2013, 04:30:23 pm
So, halfway through this episode, I got worried and thought "Oh shit, I'm going to hate this episode."

At the end of this episode, I smiled and said "I genuinely enjoyed this episode"

Spike learned his lesson almost entirely by himself (granted, prompted by an unknowing remark from Twilight Sparkle) and the humor was genuinely funny.

No letter to Celestia, but I'm okay with that.

It was interesting to see Tank again.

And of course, seeing Spike say "Angel" dramatically twice made me grin.  If you can guess why, congratulations, you made the connection.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on January 26, 2013, 06:21:40 pm
Tank is back? Oh good. I've been wanting to see him again. *mental note to watch episode when this movie is over*
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Post by: Auggziliary on January 26, 2013, 10:33:53 pm
Angel is such an ass sometimes
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Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on January 26, 2013, 10:37:03 pm
Angel is the opening villain for season four.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 27, 2013, 12:08:00 am
Angel is the opening villain for season four.

Sadly, I'd completely believe this.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 27, 2013, 12:18:09 am
I'll go ahead and sum my thoughts on Angel the bunny: He's an asshole, plain and simple.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on January 27, 2013, 12:25:44 am
I'll go ahead and sum my thoughts on Angel the bunny: He's an asshole, plain and simple.
But he's so cute!

I liked this episode. Happy to see all the pets again, especially Tank. And I loved Rainbow Dash's interactions with him.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Zygarde on January 27, 2013, 12:31:34 am
Oh how I love Tank (Turtles are awesome and I cried for like an hour straight when I fount out Lonesome George died)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on January 27, 2013, 02:05:01 am
Angel is indeed an asshole. But the ending kind of shows even he's not entirely without a heart. Just mostly.

As for my thoughts on that whole argument thing that's been going on... I never really felt the need for labels, to be honest. If I'm a brony, it's because the term happens to describe something I am. And maybe it also describes other people who take it to extremes I never would, but so do terms like "human being". I don't think it's important enough to come up with an entirely new term--one that, if adopted widely, will eventually come to include many of the elements you find undesirable about the current label.

Rather than coming up with new labels every time one becomes "tainted", I think the far more productive solution is to try and educate those who see the term negatively. Just like not every human being is the same, the same is true of bronies. We're not carbon copies of each other. Just among the friendly members of this forum, we have a wide range of different kinds of brony. We have ones like me who only barely fit the term (the most heavily involved I am in the community is being the secret driving force behind The Crystal Empire, a large Steam group for bronies). On the other end of the spectrum, we have plenty of cloppers and such, too. And I'm fine with that. Even if I don't understand the appeal, I'm not going to begrudge the people who enjoy that sort of thing. I don't mind being called the same thing they are.

For the people who hate because they don't understand, new labels are just never going to accomplish anything. If anything at all can reach these types of people, it is sincere and reasoned discussion. We should be taking the lessons the show teaches not just for ourselves, but also to try and teach to others.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 27, 2013, 02:18:22 am
That is a good point, Yae.

The problem is that any brony who tries to educate people that, hey, there's good people in the fandom, it's going to increasingly come across as apologetics.  Which is something I want to avoid.

That being said, this wasn't even that serious of a suggestion.  Fact of the matter is, the only people I talk to about this thing are people who already know the fact that not all bronies are like that.  But increasingly, the label "brony" seems to be becoming more and more... indefensible.

Kinda like calling yourself pro-life for being against the death penalty, and saying that you don't actually care about abortions.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on January 27, 2013, 02:37:51 am
I think the main issue there would be not to apologize things that you shouldn't try to. Just because I'm also a brony doesn't mean I need to defend the type of person that faps to Cupcakes. At that point, it's like defending yourself for being human when Adolf Hitler was also human.

Which is why I stress that education is important. People need to realize that "brony" is actually a very broad label, one that can fit many different types of people. Yes, it includes some very undesirable people--but so does basically every other label, including some of the ones that would apply to whoever is hating on the bronies. Any hobby or interest is going to attract it's fair share of crazies. In that way, MLP is no different from anything else people happen to enjoy. It's not fair to judge a community by the worst among them, because if we did, then no human being alive could be judged well.

Getting people to understand that is the only real way to make progress with this kind of thing, I feel.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 28, 2013, 01:07:34 pm
So I just wanted to pop in and offer my thoughts on this episode.  I thought it was...decent.  It's certainly not my favorite of the season or series as a whole, but it was okay.  Then again, I realize that an episode like this with the focus it had was probably difficult to write for.  In that regard, I'm a little more forgiving of some of the parts of the episode that fell a bit flatter to me.

On that note, MLP supports bribing!  That IS what Spike did to keep Granny Smith quiet, after all. :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on January 29, 2013, 01:21:39 pm
I'm enjoying this season. Just wish it was longer.

Also, potential major spoiler:
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http://family-room.ew.com/2013/01/29/my-little-pony-friendship-is-magic-exclusive-twilight-princess/

That reminds me.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcQrRwC2WDQ
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 29, 2013, 02:13:10 pm
What the fuck? is that picture a real thing?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on January 29, 2013, 03:22:38 pm
What the fuck? is that picture a real thing?

Yes it is. It's on The Hub's facebook page.

It should, however, be under a spoiler tag. Since not everyone wants info like this in advance.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 29, 2013, 04:00:38 pm
I seriously hope this isn't a permanent change.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on January 29, 2013, 04:10:26 pm
I seriously hope this isn't a permanent change.

I can take or leave permanency. It's been pretty obvious since even the earliest episodes that this was in her future.

The main issue I see with it being permanent is that it would pretty drastically change the storytelling direction of the series. And honestly, with Hasbro imposing more and more on the show, I'm not sure the show can handle it in an appropriate way.

Edit: Gonna add a bit under a spoiler tag.

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 29, 2013, 06:59:11 pm
Speaking on behalf of the pre-readers, most of us are reacting with "Buck us with Luna's back hooves, the fic's going to be TERRIBLE"

On the other hoof? depending on how they spin it, it might not be too bad.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on January 29, 2013, 07:42:39 pm
I hope they have some scenes with...
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Potentially very funny.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 30, 2013, 11:10:24 am
cue someone's wrath about spoilers in 3, 2, 1...
That being said, as long as it's handled well I see potential, though personally I don't think it will be permanent.
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 30, 2013, 03:46:59 pm
Nicki, you mean the one spoiler that even with the most modest dabbling in the fandom is impossible to avoid at this point?  Let's just say that I know, but care to keep speculation minimal.

About the only thing I care to speculate is this:  I've heard the season finale is a "one parter."  What if they're secretly hiding a between season cliffhanger in that statement?  That would be interesting.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on January 30, 2013, 04:24:21 pm
Especially with that DVD that's coming out in between seasons.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 30, 2013, 05:23:22 pm
First, Hasbro's openly said this is permanent.

Second? I highly doubt they'd do a between-seasons cliffhanger for a little girl's cartoon.  They haven't done one EVER for ANY cartoon between seasons (that I know of), they won't start now.  Not even with pony.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 30, 2013, 05:52:59 pm
Permanent? oh dear, I can feel my jimmies starting to russle...this is gonna be some painful waiting to see the result.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 30, 2013, 06:41:19 pm
So how much do you think this change thing that everybody's exploding over was prompted by executive meddling/a desire to come out with a new toy line?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on January 30, 2013, 07:39:27 pm
I'm still lost as to why people are upset about this.
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Post by: kefkaownsall on January 30, 2013, 07:43:31 pm
They just did it with TF Prime twice. 
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Post by: JohnE on January 30, 2013, 07:48:55 pm
Did what?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on January 30, 2013, 07:54:54 pm
basically they ended the curret prime season and the last one on major cliffhangers
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on January 30, 2013, 07:56:58 pm
Oh, I meant why folks are getting so worked up over what's happening to Twilight.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Osama bin Bambi on January 30, 2013, 07:58:40 pm
Oh, I meant why folks are getting so worked up over what's happening to Twilight.

Some people really hate it when their main characters are "messed with", particularly when they are given new, game-breakingly powerful abilities. I've read some people who think Twilight will turn into a Mary Sue. I'm ambivalent about this, TBH.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 30, 2013, 08:30:57 pm
Honestly, the fan theories that Twilight was going to become a princess have been flying around since the early part of season 1.

Since, you know, Twilight is the period of time between day and night.  The two most powerful ponies in Equestria were also named for periods of the 24 hour cycle (Celestia and Luna).

Not to mention that Twilight caught the specific interest of Celestia.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on January 30, 2013, 08:56:38 pm
Honestly, the fan theories that Twilight was going to become a princess have been flying around since the early part of season 1.

Since, you know, Twilight is the period of time between day and night.  The two most powerful ponies in Equestria were also named for periods of the 24 hour cycle (Celestia and Luna).

Not to mention that Twilight caught the specific interest of Celestia.

There's other evidence, as well. For instance, only Twilight's Element of Harmony took the form of a tiara. She's basically been set up as the most magically gifted unicorn in Equestrian history. She's shown to be prone to transformation (however brief it may have been).

It was pretty much a given it would happen eventually. It was always just my personal feeling that it would be the last story the show dealt with.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Patches on January 30, 2013, 09:01:21 pm
My only concern with Twilight becoming a princess is that, if that's been the ultimate goal of her studies, then that would mean she has nothing left to study for.  Her OCD nerdiness is her entire character, so I really hope the only thing that changes about her is her appearance, and she'll still spend all her time reading and being a dork.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 30, 2013, 09:13:11 pm
Several of the pre-readers, along with myself are hoping for "Here's the powers you're going to get to have... eventually.  Enjoy them for a week or so, try not to destroy the country."
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 30, 2013, 09:20:37 pm
My only concern with Twilight becoming a princess is that, if that's been the ultimate goal of her studies, then that would mean she has nothing left to study for.  Her OCD nerdiness is her entire character, so I really hope the only thing that changes about her is her appearance, and she'll still spend all her time reading and being a dork.

What is one goal if not the starting point of another journey?

For one thing, Twilight will probably have to begin studying new magic.  Not to mention that she might have to learn how to do pegasus things as well.

I wonder, though... is it only unicorns that can become alicorns?  Or can pegasi do this, too?  Hmm.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Alehksunos on January 30, 2013, 11:13:49 pm
(http://24.media.tumblr.com/11f5faae5166e082505f08a063994600/tumblr_mhgnx2g6qn1rm3kdfo1_1280.jpg)

Wheeee, this fandom is so stone-bonkers. So many people are also so cross about a background pony's removal from the show.

And unrelated to this post:

(http://25.media.tumblr.com/003b9b2bb1f8502f8922d087db4ff6cc/tumblr_mgh2r8hjbD1s24uhoo1_1280.jpg)

Just a reminder that this is pre-Friendship is Magic My Little Pony.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 30, 2013, 11:19:10 pm
What the buck did I just read?
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Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on January 30, 2013, 11:53:11 pm
(http://24.media.tumblr.com/3047d072a97b13cc110f9304f0186def/tumblr_mhgfbdRRTZ1s0vop0o1_500.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on January 30, 2013, 11:58:14 pm
I'm giving her a chance! *scores brownie points with Fluttershy*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 31, 2013, 12:01:24 am
Several of the pre-readers, along with myself are hoping for "Here's the powers you're going to get to have... eventually.  Enjoy them for a week or so, try not to destroy the country."

I'm hoping for this or even Twilight gets wings and all that jazz, but decides to give it up for the sake of her friendship with the rest of the mane six. My overall reaction is "meh"to Twilight becoming an alicorn, but it does have potential. After all I wasn't so pleased when they brought Darth Maul back in Star Wars, but it's turning out for the better.

Also am I still the only one that would love to see them bring Tirek from G1 MLP onto the show. Tirek was hardcore.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: cheese007 on January 31, 2013, 02:41:27 am
First, Hasbro's openly said this is permanent.


I have to ask, where has this been stated? Googling and checking the usual sources (derpibooru, EQD, /mlp/, r/mylittlepony) turns up nothing.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on January 31, 2013, 04:05:16 am
First, Hasbro's openly said this is permanent.


I have to ask, where has this been stated? Googling and checking the usual sources (derpibooru, EQD, /mlp/, r/mylittlepony) turns up nothing.

This article (http://family-room.ew.com/2013/01/29/my-little-pony-friendship-is-magic-exclusive-twilight-princess/), which is linked to by The Hub's facebook post about the finale, talks about it. One reason it may not be elsewhere is that the information is supposed to be an exclusive, and is kind of an obscure site for someone looking for pony news.

Essentially, it talks about Twilight's personality not changing, but her having to endure the responsibilities of her new title in the future.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 31, 2013, 07:04:25 am
My only concern with Twilight becoming a princess is that, if that's been the ultimate goal of her studies, then that would mean she has nothing left to study for.  Her OCD nerdiness is her entire character, so I really hope the only thing that changes about her is her appearance, and she'll still spend all her time reading and being a dork.

What is one goal if not the starting point of another journey?

For one thing, Twilight will probably have to begin studying new magic.  Not to mention that she might have to learn how to do pegasus things as well.

I wonder, though... is it only unicorns that can become alicorns?  Or can pegasi do this, too?  Hmm.

I bet Earth Ponies can't, though. Must suck not being able to do anything cool.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: cheese007 on January 31, 2013, 09:24:27 am


This article (http://family-room.ew.com/2013/01/29/my-little-pony-friendship-is-magic-exclusive-twilight-princess/), which is linked to by The Hub's facebook post about the finale, talks about it. One reason it may not be elsewhere is that the information is supposed to be an exclusive, and is kind of an obscure site for someone looking for pony news.

Essentially, it talks about Twilight's personality not changing, but her having to endure the responsibilities of her new title in the future.

Thanks for that. Don't know how to feel about this really. It just seems like there's no way for this to work out without the show "Jumping the Shark." It really changes the character balance/focus of the show. She is essentially royalty now, even with her personality intact. I can see a disproportionate amount of the focus being on her from here on out. This is all speculation of course, and I'll keep watching until I know if the show is in decline or not, but I can't say I'm optimistic. :/
 
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Auggziliary on January 31, 2013, 09:37:19 am
My only concern with Twilight becoming a princess is that, if that's been the ultimate goal of her studies, then that would mean she has nothing left to study for.  Her OCD nerdiness is her entire character, so I really hope the only thing that changes about her is her appearance, and she'll still spend all her time reading and being a dork.

What is one goal if not the starting point of another journey?

For one thing, Twilight will probably have to begin studying new magic.  Not to mention that she might have to learn how to do pegasus things as well.

I wonder, though... is it only unicorns that can become alicorns?  Or can pegasi do this, too?  Hmm.

I bet Earth Ponies can't, though. Must suck not being able to do anything cool.

Isn't the Earth Ponies' power extra strength?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on January 31, 2013, 09:42:33 am
My only concern with Twilight becoming a princess is that, if that's been the ultimate goal of her studies, then that would mean she has nothing left to study for.  Her OCD nerdiness is her entire character, so I really hope the only thing that changes about her is her appearance, and she'll still spend all her time reading and being a dork.

What is one goal if not the starting point of another journey?

For one thing, Twilight will probably have to begin studying new magic.  Not to mention that she might have to learn how to do pegasus things as well.

I wonder, though... is it only unicorns that can become alicorns?  Or can pegasi do this, too?  Hmm.

I bet Earth Ponies can't, though. Must suck not being able to do anything cool.

Isn't the Earth Ponies' power extra strength?

Extra strength and stamina, and they're connected to the earth. All other conditions being the same, a crop grown by earth ponies will be more bountiful than by unicorns simply because they were tended to by earth ponies.

Observe, for example, the way Granny Smith learns to gather the Zap Apples.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on January 31, 2013, 09:49:28 am
I dunno seems more implied especially since even without her wings Rainbow Dash is as fast and strong as Applejack
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Auggziliary on January 31, 2013, 09:56:32 am
I dunno seems more implied especially since even without her wings Rainbow Dash is as fast and strong as Applejack

Yeah but Rainbow Dash is an athlete.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 31, 2013, 10:33:06 am
First, Hasbro's openly said this is permanent.


I have to ask, where has this been stated? Googling and checking the usual sources (derpibooru, EQD, /mlp/, r/mylittlepony) turns up nothing.

This article (http://family-room.ew.com/2013/01/29/my-little-pony-friendship-is-magic-exclusive-twilight-princess/), which is linked to by The Hub's facebook post about the finale, talks about it. One reason it may not be elsewhere is that the information is supposed to be an exclusive, and is kind of an obscure site for someone looking for pony news.

Essentially, it talks about Twilight's personality not changing, but her having to endure the responsibilities of her new title in the future.

You know I read the article, and it still leaves a lot open for interpretation. It isn't black and white on what her future will be, as I said for all we know she could even give up the title and the wings for the sake of her friends(which I'm placing my money on) in the future.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on January 31, 2013, 03:38:28 pm
First, Hasbro's openly said this is permanent.


I have to ask, where has this been stated? Googling and checking the usual sources (derpibooru, EQD, /mlp/, r/mylittlepony) turns up nothing.

This article (http://family-room.ew.com/2013/01/29/my-little-pony-friendship-is-magic-exclusive-twilight-princess/), which is linked to by The Hub's facebook post about the finale, talks about it. One reason it may not be elsewhere is that the information is supposed to be an exclusive, and is kind of an obscure site for someone looking for pony news.

Essentially, it talks about Twilight's personality not changing, but her having to endure the responsibilities of her new title in the future.

You know I read the article, and it still leaves a lot open for interpretation. It isn't black and white on what her future will be, as I said for all we know she could even give up the title and the wings for the sake of her friends(which I'm placing my money on) in the future.

You... do realize what you're suggesting, right? It would be the same thing as Applejack agreeing to stop working the farm, or if Fluttershy stopped taking care of animals, or if Rainbow Dash stopped being awesome. You're saying Twilight would, in essence, stop being herself for the sake of her friends.

Nevermind the side "lesson" such a thing would be teaching kids, in that's okay to abandon responsibility for the sake of personal gain.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 31, 2013, 10:24:41 pm
And the working title of the show is MY LITTLE PONY:FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC. It's not really saying she needs to give up responsibility for her friends, but just the silly crap, like the wings or the title. They play it so that it proves she really has earned them for the future. I'm just not all that pleased with that they decided that giving her wings, it comes off as jumping the shark a bit. I hope that they prove me wrong.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on January 31, 2013, 10:36:25 pm
It's been pretty obvious that being an alicorn was in Twilight's future from the beginning of the show. If she's becoming an alicorn, she should have wings. That's just kind of how it works.

And yes, giving up her title for her friends would be abandoning the responsibility of being a princess. It also implies it's impossible to be a princess and to have friends. If Cadence found the time to fall in love and get married, I don't see why Twilight can't be a princess and maintain a healthy relationship with her friends. In fact, that may indeed be a good chunk of future stories--Twilight trying to find ways to balance the demands of power with the needs of her friends.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 01, 2013, 12:24:40 am
You did read the part where I said they could play it as her sacrificing the title, and wings(for whatever reason), because FRIENDSHIP IS TRUE MAGIC, proving that she has truly earned the said title and wings, right??
Also I'll like to see proof that it was intended from the very beginning, Twilight may have been destined for great things, but that doesn't necessarily mean she was to be a alicorn, because I do believe this just a marketing ploy that they came up with out of the blue.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on February 01, 2013, 01:30:43 am
basically they ended the curret prime season and the last one on major cliffhangers

Makes the 5 month gap painful. And they did that for both seasons of Beast Wars.

(http://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc6/269347_443855549018940_2001424091_n.jpg)

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And I think I'll spoiler alert this...
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 05, 2013, 07:44:26 pm
Fooooor those who haven't heard, this upcoming episode, 'Games Ponies Play', is actually a sister episode.

It's the companion to 'Just For Sidekicks'.  It's going to show what was going on with the Mane Six in the Empire while Spike was pet-sitting.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on February 07, 2013, 07:45:56 am
Well, issue 3's out, and it's pretty awesome~

But don't take my word for it, take my word for it (http://darkfiretaimatsu.xanga.com/771588627/its-beginning-to-look-a-lot-like-chrysalis/).
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 07, 2013, 06:24:42 pm
Sorta-breaking news!

Season 4? confirmed.

How many episodes! 26, motherbuckers!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 07, 2013, 06:49:51 pm
>26 episodes
>26
>26
>26
(http://i.imgur.com/ahEJ8S4.gif)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 09, 2013, 11:03:55 am
I actually saw today's episode live (missed the cold opening and a few moments because of showing up to my gf's house late/ads).

This is by far my favorite episode this season.  I can't think of a single moment that really fell flat.  Everything hit strong and you can tell the DHX staff had fun writing, animating, and producing this episode.  I'm not sure if this is my favorite of the series, but it's up there with some of my other favorites.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 09, 2013, 02:43:35 pm
5 minutes in, If I have to hear the "sunshine, sunshine, ladybugs awake" thing one more time imma punch a filly.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 09, 2013, 03:20:15 pm
5 minutes in, If I have to hear the "sunshine, sunshine, ladybugs awake" thing one more time imma punch a filly.

Does that greeting really bother you that much?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 09, 2013, 03:29:18 pm
It's just really grating. The episode was largely inoffensive. Certainly wasn't my favorite, but I like how it tied into the Spike episode and Raritys voice actor went above and beyond the call of duty on this one.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on February 09, 2013, 07:34:41 pm
I think it was a good episode for Rarity. Even though her part was small-ish, her scenes were some of the best of the episode.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 10, 2013, 02:02:13 am
I kinda had trouble staying interested in the episode. It wasn't exactly bad, but it just... seemed uninteresting, as a whole.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 10, 2013, 06:24:07 am
So I've heard the rumors/seen the "concept art" for the spinoff/movie thin that the Interwebs seems to be talking about - I've mostly chilled on seeing spoilers, btw - and I have to ask...

...am I the only one who's not bothered by the idea?  If you' don't know, I'm talking about.

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Seriously.  Why the fuck are people so against this idea?  They see one fucking image of concept art/a brief explanation behind the concept art, and they go apeshit.  I suppose to be fair some people might just be keen to not spread what they see as rumors, but that doesn't seem to be the sentiment among a decent chunk of fan (or vocal fans, at least) including fans on Tumblr.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 10, 2013, 06:47:47 am
People tend to see stuff like that as motivated purely to drive toy sales, since it means an entirely new line of toys kids have to collect. And admittedly, in cases like this (especially when Hasbro is involved), it's usually not far off the mark--creativity and production values suffer for the sake of selling more toys. Some companies are so notorious for this, it's created a sort of "rant first, judge later" mentality in fans.

Since I don't really collect tons of toys, I'm willing to wait to see how this pans out to make any judgments (if it's true at all). The idea isn't bad in and of itself, but a lot just depends on how they treat it--as a production worthy of the time and money needed to make it good, or as a glorified toy commercial.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 10, 2013, 07:31:43 am
Fair enough, Yae.

Maybe I'm just naive, but the knee-jerk negativity just kinda jars me a bit.  Seriously, they have a good character basis/a very talented team (assuming this is real and done by DHX).  I have a really hard time imagining them dumbing down the shit out of this with what they've already got to work with.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 10, 2013, 09:55:38 am
Hasbro in particular just has a long, long history of throwing beloved franchises under the bus in an effort to sell toys. It's kind of easy to see how someone familiar with their practices would be nervous about this. This is on top of the nervousness than any major shift in a franchise is likely to cause in fans.

Considering Hasbro's new patents, and their promise of making a big deal of this new MLP IP in the coming year, I don't really blame hardcore fans for being nervous. I may not really share their nervousness, but I can understand it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 10, 2013, 10:10:12 am
The outrage is probably mostly because the whole humans in equestria or vice versa just sounds like every awful fanfiction plot out there. Seriously hoping that concept art ain't real.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on February 10, 2013, 10:17:54 am
I think the issue is basically what Bob said.  That sounds like Beastmaster 2/Lords of Magick
Also Hasbro had thrown Transformers under the bus before with some of the toys (looking at you powerizer gimmick)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 10, 2013, 11:31:23 am
Also Hasbro had thrown Transformers under the bus before with some of the toys (looking at you powerizer gimmick)

Hasbro threw Transformers under the bus, then marketed the bus as a new Transformer. They promptly found a new, bigger bus to throw that one under.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 10, 2013, 12:21:54 pm
The idea of the mane 6 turning into humans...this is even more of a "meh" idea than the whole let's make Twilight into a Alicorn stuff.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 10, 2013, 02:01:02 pm
I'm...

...actually leaning towards "positive" with this.

Even if it's Hasbro going "Lolz, more toyz, here have a plot dumped in your lap", I'm positive that the writers can take almost anything Hasbro can throw at them and turn it into something good.

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 10, 2013, 02:38:05 pm
I'm...

...actually leaning towards "positive" with this.

Even if it's Hasbro going "Lolz, more toyz, here have a plot dumped in your lap", I'm positive that the writers can take almost anything Hasbro can throw at them and turn it into something good.

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 10, 2013, 02:46:44 pm
I'm...

...actually leaning towards "positive" with this.

Even if it's Hasbro going "Lolz, more toyz, here have a plot dumped in your lap", I'm positive that the writers can take almost anything Hasbro can throw at them and turn it into something good.

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 10, 2013, 03:18:14 pm
ugh, Tori Spelling.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on February 10, 2013, 03:33:32 pm
I really don't care if it's a ploy for selling toys. MLP was basically a ploy for selling toys right from the start, but it turned out good anyway.

That concept art though. DO NOT WANT. They look like Bratz dolls. Just... no.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 10, 2013, 03:40:46 pm
No, Bratz dolls are way worse looking. At least in the concept art, they don't look like they have lips pumped up beyond belief with collagen, like Bratz dolls do.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Material Defender on February 11, 2013, 04:45:34 pm
I'm going to be honest, that last episode was just awful on me. Just so cringe worthy moments coupled with everything else.

Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 11, 2013, 05:58:25 pm
No, Bratz dolls are way worse looking. At least in the concept art, they don't look like they have lips pumped up beyond belief with collagen, like Bratz dolls do.

The thing that kills me are the complaints of how "generic" they look.  Okay, following that logic, the actual show must suck balls because there's TONS of generic copy-pasta'd official art things out there of the ACTUAL CURRENT SHOW.  That generic artwork has NO bearing on the actual show quality, however.

I'm not saying the image is real.  I'm just saying that the argument that the art looks "generic" is a really poor one and that treating that as a metric for judgment is horrible.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Patches on February 11, 2013, 06:03:32 pm
I'm going to be honest, that last episode was just awful on me. Just so cringe worthy moments coupled with everything else.

My friend and I had the same opinion.  The episode ended, and we were too unimpressed to even acknowledge it with a "meh".  I missed parts because it failed to hold my interest well enough in places to keep me from checking e-mails.  There was just... nothing to the episode.  There was no point.  And as soon as they dragged off the green pony without anyone actually confirming who she was, I instantly knew this was going to be one of those "mistaken identity" stories.  And I hate hate haaaaaaate stories completely predicated on the cast being utter morons.  Pinkie was even more excessively Flanderized (http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/Flanderization) than she has been this season (and she's been downright insufferable this season.  She was solely responsible for preventing "Wonderbolts Academy" from receiving top marks).  And the moral at the end didn't seem to have anything to do with the actual story.  The moral should have been "confirm someone's identity before you run off with them", not "don't overindulge yourself trying to live vicariously through other people", since I didn't feel the latter moral at all.

Also, what was with Twilight's random breathing exercises?  There was absolutely nothing leading up to them, it was just, "Okay, Twilight's suddenly not so high-strung anymore", but it didn't really seem to go with anything else that was going on.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 11, 2013, 07:54:55 pm
Also, what was with Twilight's random breathing exercises?  There was absolutely nothing leading up to them, it was just, "Okay, Twilight's suddenly not so high-strung anymore", but it didn't really seem to go with anything else that was going on.

...If you had been paying attention, you would've seen it was a trick she picked up from Cadence very early in the episode.

Also, I hate mistaken identity plots, and I found the episode enjoyable in spite of it >_>
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on February 11, 2013, 10:13:55 pm
truthfully I thought it was okay better then most this season.  Truthfully 3 eps I skipped mostly snce I hate seing spike get beat up.  Side note he should have been there
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Material Defender on February 11, 2013, 11:43:38 pm
These two last episodes really smacked of "After School Special" level of plot interference. The lesson was more important than the plot, and the plot suffered. The mane six were given the idiot ball and Spike was beat up by that annoying as crap rabbit that I want to die in a fire. Seriously, Angel is usually low key but his actions that time was just downright rough. But it was Spike's fault for biting off more than he could chose! Moral time! When it really felt more like that Spike was given a crew of really riotous animals he was falling heads over heel to take care of already, and Angel was just making it harder.

And then the Mane six were given a group idiot ball to make an idiot plot to make a completely out of no where plot that I could barely watch or stand at all. Getting through it was painful which I only did because my boyfriend was watching it with me.

All told, I've not noticed Pinkie Pie getting flanderized that much unless she's in a side role. But most of the time the Mane Six when they aren't a focus get flanderized or simplified to allow for another one to shine regardless of role. Pinkie Pie's actual focus episode showed her with a lot more emotional depth than usual than I'd expect from her, considering SE1 episodes that focused on here were the bane of my very existence. Like, the whole Pinkie Pie Sense thing episode was only slightly better than the one from last Saturday.

Also, in SE1 and SE2 when Spike's the focus, it seemed like he was given a chance to shine and prove he's really something special, where as SE3 it seems to reinforce his role as a side kick? The whole episode with Applejack and the dragon code was really hard to watch because it seemed like they are really trying to shove him into being 'animal level' creature instead of sentient level. He's really on another level than the rest of the 'sidekicks' because he's not a fricken' sub-sapient animal. He's just a kid dragon!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Osama bin Bambi on February 12, 2013, 01:34:39 am
I'm...

...actually leaning towards "positive" with this.

Even if it's Hasbro going "Lolz, more toyz, here have a plot dumped in your lap", I'm positive that the writers can take almost anything Hasbro can throw at them and turn it into something good.

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Where is this concept art? I'd like to see it, just out of curiosity.

Also, I think that it actually makes some sense for the Elements of Harmony to be necessary in order to turn Twilight Sparkle into an alicorn. At the time period of the show, the Princesses can't use the Elements themselves even though they could use them before, which is why they have to be bequeathed to the Mane Cast. Because the Elements are necessary in order to turn ponies into an alicorn, the Princesses are prohibited from turning regular ponies into alicorns at will. Presumably, ponies that do not embody an Element of Harmony would not be eligible for transformation as well. (As to why a Princess would want the ability to rapidly create alicorns, consider Nightmare Moon. If she was able to turn other ponies into alicorns at will, then she could have quickly manipulated downtrodden or simply mean-spirited ponies into forming an army of extremely powerful and angry, yet inexperienced, magic-users that also have the power of flight. Seriously, alicorns are overpowered - there's a reason they are the royal family. If Celestia refused to use the Elements on her own forces to make them stronger, assuming such a thing is even possible, then this would be extremely devastating against her.)

Also, I've personally noticed some similarities between Equestrian society and the State in Plato's Republic, but I'll probably get smacked if I try to write a philosophy paper on that. >.<
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 12, 2013, 01:53:45 am
Here's a copy-pasta from Facebook.

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So I'm sure a few of you are familiar with the official map of Equestria, right? No? Well, if you aren't, then here you go.

http://futzi01.deviantart.com/art/Map-of-Equestria-323909537

One thing this interactive map doesn't seem to mention is info on the San Palomino Desert. Well, it does turn out that San Palomino IS yet another horse pun.

http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/palomino

" a horse that is pale cream to gold in color and has a flaxen or white mane and tail "

You know, I knew I was going to like the show when I saw the very first episode and learned that the land was called "Equestria," and this just makes me even more happy to know [about the show].
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on February 12, 2013, 04:15:27 am
Other eps I didn't like.  I really couldn't stand the ep where Rainbow Dash becomes a super hero.  and actually the next ep too due to animal abuse 
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 12, 2013, 06:12:26 am
I want to turn back to the "Equestrian Girls" rumor for a bit.  One of the reasons I've heard people say it's fake is because it was submitted by an anonymous source - although I technically first saw it blogged on "Fuck-No My Little Pony."  Honestly with the rather passive aggressive way the fandom's raging over it, I wouldn't be surprised if it was leaked by an official source that doesn't want their name known because they don't want their inbox filled with fucking hatemail.

Honestly it's pretty bad when I happen to think so low of the fandom over this matter that I wouldn't put it past people to do this.  Shit, IIRC, EqD's had to fucking flat  out TELL PEOPLE to chill the fuck out over anything that's caused a major jimmy rustling in the fandom.  No fucking joke.  I don't think I have a post that can demonstrate this off the top of my head, but I'm sure anyone who's visited EqD enough - or hell, Priestling because of his work for EqD - would be able to confirm what I'm almost certainly remembering.  Also...

http://rabididiotbrony.tumblr.com/post/42917397872

That post right there is relevant to this whole thing.  If you haven't heard the rumor, it's arguably a bit spoilery.  Still, I feel it expresses perfectly how the fans are behaving to the news.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Patches on February 12, 2013, 07:02:00 am
Also, what was with Twilight's random breathing exercises?  There was absolutely nothing leading up to them, it was just, "Okay, Twilight's suddenly not so high-strung anymore", but it didn't really seem to go with anything else that was going on.

...If you had been paying attention, you would've seen it was a trick she picked up from Cadence very early in the episode.

Also, I hate mistaken identity plots, and I found the episode enjoyable in spite of it >_>

I did pick that up, but again... why?  What did it have to do with anything?  The episode lacked any sort of focus and just tacked a moral on the end.  It would have made more sense if the episode was devoted to the message of not getting too stressed-out over things, but with this episode it was just sort of... there.  I thought it was originally going to be like the flooding at Sweet Apple Acres in the Discord episode, that initially looked like something completely irrelevant to fill time, but then ended up being relevant later.  I kept waiting for the breathing exercises to play some kind of role in the episode, but all we got was Twilight exclaiming, "I'm not worried!  It worked!"  ... That's the payoff?  Really?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Material Defender on February 12, 2013, 09:52:30 am
Also, what was with Twilight's random breathing exercises?  There was absolutely nothing leading up to them, it was just, "Okay, Twilight's suddenly not so high-strung anymore", but it didn't really seem to go with anything else that was going on.

...If you had been paying attention, you would've seen it was a trick she picked up from Cadence very early in the episode.

Also, I hate mistaken identity plots, and I found the episode enjoyable in spite of it >_>

I did pick that up, but again... why?  What did it have to do with anything?  The episode lacked any sort of focus and just tacked a moral on the end.  It would have made more sense if the episode was devoted to the message of not getting too stressed-out over things, but with this episode it was just sort of... there.  I thought it was originally going to be like the flooding at Sweet Apple Acres in the Discord episode, that initially looked like something completely irrelevant to fill time, but then ended up being relevant later.  I kept waiting for the breathing exercises to play some kind of role in the episode, but all we got was Twilight exclaiming, "I'm not worried!  It worked!"  ... That's the payoff?  Really?

I thought there would be some sort of message about stop stressing and the whole "Haste makes waste" what not, but it really kind of went no where despite the fact that would have really made a lot more sense.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 12, 2013, 12:00:28 pm
Also, what was with Twilight's random breathing exercises?  There was absolutely nothing leading up to them, it was just, "Okay, Twilight's suddenly not so high-strung anymore", but it didn't really seem to go with anything else that was going on.

...If you had been paying attention, you would've seen it was a trick she picked up from Cadence very early in the episode.

Also, I hate mistaken identity plots, and I found the episode enjoyable in spite of it >_>

I did pick that up, but again... why?  What did it have to do with anything?  The episode lacked any sort of focus and just tacked a moral on the end.  It would have made more sense if the episode was devoted to the message of not getting too stressed-out over things, but with this episode it was just sort of... there.  I thought it was originally going to be like the flooding at Sweet Apple Acres in the Discord episode, that initially looked like something completely irrelevant to fill time, but then ended up being relevant later.  I kept waiting for the breathing exercises to play some kind of role in the episode, but all we got was Twilight exclaiming, "I'm not worried!  It worked!"  ... That's the payoff?  Really?

Because minor character development is a waste of time?  Whoopee?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 12, 2013, 03:53:54 pm
I personally like the idea of implied off-screen character growth, as long as it's not something major enough for an episode to justify it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 12, 2013, 05:43:01 pm
Guys I think I've found the wierdest pony video yet
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gL83ui8LQvo
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 12, 2013, 06:09:37 pm
Here's a copy-pasta from Facebook.

Quote
So I'm sure a few of you are familiar with the official map of Equestria, right? No? Well, if you aren't, then here you go.

http://futzi01.deviantart.com/art/Map-of-Equestria-323909537

One thing this interactive map doesn't seem to mention is info on the San Palomino Desert. Well, it does turn out that San Palomino IS yet another horse pun.

http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/palomino

" a horse that is pale cream to gold in color and has a flaxen or white mane and tail "

You know, I knew I was going to like the show when I saw the very first episode and learned that the land was called "Equestria," and this just makes me even more happy to know [about the show].

So guys, I just realized something.

Tara Strong's OC pony fits the description for a palomino! (http://knowyourmeme.com/photos/344212-my-little-pony-friendship-is-magic)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 12, 2013, 08:09:36 pm
Hey, you remember that human pone picture? Well, guess fucking what, it looks like it's real after all (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/02/mlp-spin-off-series-confirmed-rumor.html#more)

Jimmies Status:

[ ] Non-Rustled
[ ] Rustled
[ x ] Maximum Over-Rustle
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 12, 2013, 08:29:00 pm
Hey, you remember that human pone picture? Well, guess fucking what, it looks like it's real after all (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/02/mlp-spin-off-series-confirmed-rumor.html#more)

Jimmies Status:

[ ] Non-Rustled
[ ] Rustled
[ x ] Maximum Over-Rustle

First of all, it's a spin-off series.  In other words, you won't have to watch it if you don't want to.

Second of all, get over it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 12, 2013, 08:36:08 pm
Here's a copy-pasta from Facebook.

Quote
So I'm sure a few of you are familiar with the official map of Equestria, right? No? Well, if you aren't, then here you go.

http://futzi01.deviantart.com/art/Map-of-Equestria-323909537

One thing this interactive map doesn't seem to mention is info on the San Palomino Desert. Well, it does turn out that San Palomino IS yet another horse pun.

http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/palomino

" a horse that is pale cream to gold in color and has a flaxen or white mane and tail "

You know, I knew I was going to like the show when I saw the very first episode and learned that the land was called "Equestria," and this just makes me even more happy to know [about the show].

So guys, I just realized something.

Tara Strong's OC pony fits the description for a palomino! (http://knowyourmeme.com/photos/344212-my-little-pony-friendship-is-magic)

Tara Strong's OC is HOT, there I said it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 12, 2013, 08:39:05 pm
Hey, you remember that human pone picture? Well, guess fucking what, it looks like it's real after all (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/02/mlp-spin-off-series-confirmed-rumor.html#more)

Jimmies Status:

[ ] Non-Rustled
[ ] Rustled
[ x ] Maximum Over-Rustle

First of all, it's a spin-off series.  In other words, you won't have to watch it if you don't want to.

Second of all, get over it.

There's no need to be upset.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 12, 2013, 08:45:36 pm
Hey, you remember that human pone picture? Well, guess fucking what, it looks like it's real after all (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/02/mlp-spin-off-series-confirmed-rumor.html#more)

Jimmies Status:

[ ] Non-Rustled
[ ] Rustled
[ x ] Maximum Over-Rustle

First of all, it's a spin-off series.  In other words, you won't have to watch it if you don't want to.

Second of all, get over it.

There's no need to be upset.

You're right, there is no need to be upset.

And yet people will blow this out of proportion and whine about it for pretty much the next few months.  If not the next year.

This is why I hate fanbases sometimes.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 13, 2013, 12:47:51 am
Hey, you remember that human pone picture? Well, guess fucking what, it looks like it's real after all (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/02/mlp-spin-off-series-confirmed-rumor.html#more)

Jimmies Status:

[ ] Non-Rustled
[ ] Rustled
[ x ] Maximum Over-Rustle

First of all, it's a spin-off series.  In other words, you won't have to watch it if you don't want to.

Second of all, get over it.

There's no need to be upset.

You're right, there is no need to be upset.

And yet people will blow this out of proportion and whine about it for pretty much the next few months.  If not the next year.

This is why I hate fanbases sometimes.

Haha.  I personally find the butthurt DELICIOUS!  Then again, last night I submitted that whole post to Rabid Idiot Brony, so I guess that's just amplifying my butthurt cravings.

Oh, speaking of the spinoff that's supposed to air this spring...I have to wonder if that's part of the reason we only got 13 episodes this season.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 13, 2013, 05:18:46 am
Everybody better hope it isn't awful, otherwise the ride will never end. Of course I'm excited to watch it because of curiosity, but the whole show concept just strikes me as a bad idea, is all. Although if it turns out Discord is responsible for making them humanes (lol u geddit?) I would love that. And just because it's a spinoff doesn't mean they won't intersect in some way, which is another thing I'm curious about.

But hey, cheer up everyone, one day we might all look back at this and laugh (http://imgur.com/WQqgTB6). (srs though zachski you know I love you, it's not like I called Bowser a loser  :P)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Sleepy on February 13, 2013, 10:14:58 am
Hey, you remember that human pone picture? Well, guess fucking what, it looks like it's real after all (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/02/mlp-spin-off-series-confirmed-rumor.html#more)

Jimmies Status:

[ ] Non-Rustled
[ ] Rustled
[ x ] Maximum Over-Rustle

First of all, it's a spin-off series.  In other words, you won't have to watch it if you don't want to.

Second of all, get over it.

There's no need to be upset.

You're right, there is no need to be upset.

And yet people will blow this out of proportion and whine about it for pretty much the next few months.  If not the next year.

This is why I hate fanbases sometimes.

I don't want to get into pony fights, but seriously, he's allowed to have a dissenting opinion.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 13, 2013, 11:20:59 am
With minimal information, and regardless of the quality, I do want to go on record as saying the super-pissed off fans don't surprise me.  You guys have to remember that this is the same fandom that loves to bash on the older generations whenever it gets the chance.

Honestly with all the close-minded hate/bashing, I'm kinda surprised that some people even ARE bronies to begin with.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 13, 2013, 02:25:29 pm
Hey, you remember that human pone picture? Well, guess fucking what, it looks like it's real after all (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/02/mlp-spin-off-series-confirmed-rumor.html#more)

Jimmies Status:

[ ] Non-Rustled
[ ] Rustled
[ x ] Maximum Over-Rustle

First of all, it's a spin-off series.  In other words, you won't have to watch it if you don't want to.

Second of all, get over it.

There's no need to be upset.

You're right, there is no need to be upset.

And yet people will blow this out of proportion and whine about it for pretty much the next few months.  If not the next year.

This is why I hate fanbases sometimes.

I don't want to get into pony fights, but seriously, he's allowed to have a dissenting opinion.

Given his most recent post, I can see that I misunderstood his actual stance on the issue.

In short, I thought he was saying his jimmies were over-rustled :P

So, Dakota Bob, sorry about that.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 13, 2013, 03:09:39 pm
is cool we pony now
(http://i.imgur.com/z2PkcgV.gif)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 13, 2013, 06:01:41 pm
well... we're getting 26 for season 4... and honestly? my brain was working on overdrive for potential awesome with this spin-off, to the point that I'm looking forward to it.  Principal Celeste? Vice Principal Selene? Shining Armor, the captain of the Canterlot High Royal Guards football team? The Lunar guard being the junior varsity squad?

Sign.  Me.  Up.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 14, 2013, 03:34:22 pm
well... we're getting 26 for season 4... and honestly? my brain was working on overdrive for potential awesome with this spin-off, to the point that I'm looking forward to it.  Principal Celeste? Vice Principal Selene? Shining Armor, the captain of the Canterlot High Royal Guards football team? The Lunar guard being the junior varsity squad?

Sign.  Me.  Up.

How about having Principal Light and Superintendent Celeste!

...yes, I'm making a reference to Skinner/Chalmers. :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 14, 2013, 07:21:53 pm
Episode preview clip (http://www.tvguide.com/News/My-Little-Pony-Exclusive-Video-1060975.aspx)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Patches on February 14, 2013, 08:45:27 pm
Episode preview clip (http://www.tvguide.com/News/My-Little-Pony-Exclusive-Video-1060975.aspx)
Huh, well that... actually looks pretty decent.  And finally a song that has intelligent lyrics, a good tune, and doesn't feel shoehorned in (all the rest of the songs so far this season have failed at least one of those).  As long as the episode can stay on-message, I'll still keep my hopes up.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on February 14, 2013, 09:13:03 pm
I'm wondering if Discord is behind the cutie mark switch, and that's what Princess Celestia wanted to use him for, to give Twilight her final princess test.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on February 14, 2013, 11:47:32 pm
Or maybe he is back to being evil
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on February 15, 2013, 01:20:08 am
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Those body proportions bother the fuck out of me. Looks like those mutants from Littlest Pet Shop.

Their legs are like what, 5x their body length? Also, is Spike going to be in it?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on February 15, 2013, 08:06:27 am
Okay no spike might be a valid criticism. 
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 15, 2013, 10:45:02 am
The fact that they have their original colours as their skin colours but I guess if they were all white that would create a few problems, especially with the Twilight Sparkle is black/indian and Fluttershy is a Muslim fancanon groups.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 15, 2013, 11:14:15 am
YAY!! A song...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 15, 2013, 01:17:27 pm
That was a really good song.

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on February 15, 2013, 01:31:34 pm
Although aren't pegasi the only one's who can control weather so i'm thinking fluttershy should have gotten Dashies cutie mark
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 15, 2013, 01:49:04 pm
Although aren't pegasi the only one's who can control weather so i'm thinking fluttershy should have gotten Dashies cutie mark

It's probably not so much that they're the only ones who can control the weather, but that they're the ones who are best at it.  Just like the earth ponies are more or less the druid race.

Using magic to control the weather is probably exhausting and a bit unpredictable.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 15, 2013, 02:48:43 pm
So writer Cory Powell got a dragon OC of her made by a fan. Then somebody drew a porn picture of said character. Later she found the image, here's her reaction (http://derpibooru.org/242731?scope=scped13deb99f2d20e2b0e4e35ad7d4d3c21eef206fd)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 15, 2013, 03:00:13 pm
I still think that tendency is one of the ultimate forms of the tactless nature of the worst side of the brony community.

But I'm happy that she's taking it in good humor nonetheless.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 15, 2013, 03:09:01 pm
Yeah, Rule 34 of the actual characters is one thing but the actual voice actors is pushing it. I've seen the picture she's referring to, and it amazes me how much effort goes into those things.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on February 15, 2013, 04:15:43 pm
The fact that they have their original colours as their skin colours but I guess if they were all white that would create a few problems, especially with the Twilight Sparkle is black/indian and Fluttershy is a Muslim fancanon groups.

Wat?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 15, 2013, 04:21:13 pm
The fact that they have their original colours as their skin colours but I guess if they were all white that would create a few problems, especially with the Twilight Sparkle is black/indian and Fluttershy is a Muslim fancanon groups.

Wat?

A lot of fanart out there depicts fluttershy as a muslim, complete with headscarf.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on February 15, 2013, 04:36:28 pm
That is weird I get rarity as a sassy black woman and some other headcanons but why that one any reason
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on February 15, 2013, 04:49:20 pm
I can't see Fluttershy as a muslim, if only because her long flowing pink hair is one of her most distinguishing physical characteristics, and that wouln't show with a head scarf.

In my headcanon she's jewish, but that's probably because she reminds me a bit of my wife.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 15, 2013, 05:19:21 pm
I can't see Fluttershy as a muslim, if only because her long flowing pink hair is one of her most distinguishing physical characteristics, and that wouln't show with a head scarf.

In my headcanon she's jewish, but that's probably because she reminds me a bit of my wife.

In my headcanon, they're ponies :V
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 15, 2013, 05:35:35 pm
Tomorrow is the day. This should be fun.
Also, can't remember if this was posted here before:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-x1LVYXrKE
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on February 15, 2013, 07:48:55 pm
In my headcanon, they're ponies :V
:-P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 16, 2013, 01:25:16 am
So I'm sure you've heard too, but it's possible that our upcoming episode won't be stand alone.

I really hope it is, just so I can say "Ha!  And you never said they'd do something like that in MLP, Priestling." :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 16, 2013, 02:50:18 am
I've heard that from several sources... including Megan McCarthy herself via Twitter.  I'm willing to admit that I'm wrong... and very impressed that they ARE doing such a thing.  That's AWESOME!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on February 16, 2013, 11:03:23 am
Okay new ep was awesome but
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 16, 2013, 11:06:44 am
HO
LY
SHIT


That episode blew me away.  That episode alone is probably why Season 3 only had 13 episodes.  It almost seems like half their budget had to go into it.

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Also, to all the bronies who whinged and whined about Twilight Sparkle becoming an alicorn, all I have to say is...

SUCK IT.

:3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on February 16, 2013, 11:13:40 am
What I mean by forced evolution is now we can make more alicorns
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Patches on February 16, 2013, 11:36:37 am
Ehhhhh...

Stuff I liked:
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Stuff I didn't like:
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on February 16, 2013, 12:31:29 pm
Considering the show has aired, fucked spoilers. I'm not gonna bother with the tag for this.

Patches, you can't always expect to be able to relate perfectly to magical friggin' ponies. I don't think most people have to worry about their brother marrying an evil doppelganger. Or chaos incarnate ruining the world. Or their ruler's sister, who has been possessed by some unknown evil force coming to make the world night forever.

The episode did have aspects people can relate to. Twilight accidentally ruined her friends' lives, and had to work to put things right. It's admittedly not a problem most people will have to deal with, but the lesson is there that you must face and fix your mistakes. That kind of applies to almost every lesson in the show--fantastical ways to frame common problems.

The episode being fast paced is a legitimate problem. It did feel too fast. But it's hard to complain about the songs, since they were all high quality. Hell, we even got to hear Celestia sing, and finally got some new Twilight singing after way too little recently.

Is Twilight optimistic? Of course. She hasn't actually had to start working yet. I imagine season 4 will deal a lot with Twilight learning to manage her new responsibilities, and seeing that being a princess isn't all gumdrops and rainbows. You're basically complaining because she's excited about her new position instead of being immediately crushed to death by the burden of power.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: cheese007 on February 16, 2013, 01:29:23 pm
Few items of interest:
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Patches on February 16, 2013, 01:30:04 pm
Patches, you can't always expect to be able to relate perfectly to magical friggin' ponies. I don't think most people have to worry about their brother marrying an evil doppelganger. Or chaos incarnate ruining the world. Or their ruler's sister, who has been possessed by some unknown evil force coming to make the world night forever.

But that wasn't the point of those episodes.  The actual situations don't matter, but the emotions related to them should be.  It didn't matter that the episode was about marrying a doppleganger, the crux of the episode was dealing with someone you care about apparently shunning your feelings, and choosing between overlooking something bad to make someone feel better and calling them out on a problem while risking being shunned.  It didn't matter that the episode was about chaos incarnate ruling the world, the point of the episode was to not get too caught up in negativity and let it rule your life.  And it didn't matter that the episode was about an evil force making the world night forever, the point of the episode was learning to rely on other people's help.

What, exactly, was the lesson we were supposed to take away from this episode?  Don't let the charge of "destiny" dictate your life; do what you know you're naturally good at, unless destiny tells you to be a princess, then fuck your natural talents, be a princess?

Twilight has been working very hard the entire series, but not towards the goal of being a princess.  It's like if you worked all your life to become an astronaut, and you were then approached by the President and told, "Wow, you've worked really hard at all this science stuff, I'm going to appoint you as head of the Department of Science."  While it's an honor and all, it's hard to be totally happy about it when it means you have to give up what you originally got into the field to do.  And I do hope that S4 goes into that.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 16, 2013, 01:46:50 pm
Applejack so jelly of Twilight, you can tell. Seriously, more musical episodes for Season 4 plz.

Edit: SHE (http://i.imgur.com/bwUtAqP.jpg) LIVES (http://i.imgur.com/oKvTRf2.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 16, 2013, 02:52:25 pm
Heaven forbid an otherwise aesop heavy series go a single episode without an aesop for the sake of making an episode that's just about the plot.

I don't think there was meant to be a lesson to learn.  And that's why the episode was good.

@Dakota Who?  If you mean Derpy, I don't really see her anywhere in the picture.  I see a mare with a dress and a lavish haircut that shares her colors but that's about it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 16, 2013, 03:14:16 pm
It's Derpy. on the first picture look to the right of Fluttershy. second picture, look between the legs of the two crystal ponies, at the bottom left of the picture.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 16, 2013, 03:18:20 pm
I found another version that outlined it.  Wow.  That is HARD to see.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 16, 2013, 03:27:13 pm
Wow!! What a great episode. I loved all the songs, and I have to say I think Twilight becoming an Ailcorn is a good thing. Also it's nice to see my Derpy again.  :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 16, 2013, 03:55:35 pm
/mlp/ found 5 instances of Derpy in this episode.
http://imgur.com/a/N0ODY
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 16, 2013, 04:53:29 pm
Okay you know what?

I'm hoping some bronies leave the fandom over this.  We could do with less bronies.

I honestly can't believe these people ever got into the show in the first place with the attitude they're displaying about this episode.  I'm not saying everyone who is nay-saying the episode is bad, but a lot of them are just... petty and whiney.  (Present company excepted, because even if I disagree, at least that opinion is well thought out)

This is a very polarizing episode, too.  Most people seem to either love it or hate it, I've encountered very few people with any in-between opinion.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 16, 2013, 05:23:59 pm
Well it's hiatus time now, so hopefully the community will quiet down a notch.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on February 16, 2013, 05:25:37 pm
I have no oppinion on it one way or another, because I haven't been able to watch it yet.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 16, 2013, 06:29:59 pm
Saw the ep. with my gf.  Not going to read all the posts because this chat exploded, but from skimming.

A)  Maybe the Derpy cameos will get the bronies bitching about her being gone to shut the fuck up.
B)  Does anyone know who sang for Celestia?  Was it Nicole Oliver, or someone else?
C)  This episode was almost like a musical.
D)  I love to death how this show puts an air of respectability and prestige to the title "princess."
E)  I was thinking of punny names for the destiny switches.  Apple Pie, Flutterpie, Rainity, Rainbow Shy, and Applejacket.

This was a great episode, and I sure hope it quells the dumbassery of people who haven't learned to fucking TRUST the show staff.  Oh yeah.  I'm not too disappointed it wasn't a cliffhanger, by the way.  It was too damned good for me to care.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 16, 2013, 06:36:13 pm
It has the potential to be a false ending, I thought.  In other words, it seems like a conclusion, then Season 4 Episode 1 starts and reveals, no, the story for that arc is not quite over yet.

At least that's what I'm gathering by what Meghan said.

One of the things I like about FiM is that princesses are royals who actually do something other than sit around, look pretty, and have tea parties.  In fact, being a princess is serious business.

In that sense, Twilight becoming a princess is less of a reward and more of a... promotion.  And like all good promotions, it means she'll have a lot more responsibility to deal with.

This isn't an ending, but a new beginning.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 16, 2013, 06:45:23 pm
It has the potential to be a false ending, I thought.  In other words, it seems like a conclusion, then Season 4 Episode 1 starts and reveals, no, the story for that arc is not quite over yet.

At least that's what I'm gathering by what Meghan said.

One of the things I like about FiM is that princesses are royals who actually do something other than sit around, look pretty, and have tea parties.  In fact, being a princess is serious business.

In that sense, Twilight becoming a princess is less of a reward and more of a... promotion.  And like all good promotions, it means she'll have a lot more responsibility to deal with.

This isn't an ending, but a new beginning.

Hm...good points.

I made my thoughts about the "princess being an honor" because of the speech Celestia gave.  They really hammered home just how important the title of princess actually is in Equestria.  It's not some petty title.

Speaking of princesses, Gen 3 got pretty close to this idea, if I recall.  In Princess Prominade, one of the ponies becomes a princess.  She quickly learns that it carries a heavy responsibility, though.  Now she abdicates her abilities, but the idea that a princess means something is emphasized in that movie.  I think this is a good indication that even G3 isn't as shallow as people like to pretend it is.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 16, 2013, 07:08:46 pm
That's good to hear, actually.  Too bad I don't like the art style, or the character voices, or a lot about it.

I did like G1, though.  Used to watch it as a kid.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 16, 2013, 10:22:32 pm
That's good to hear, actually.  Too bad I don't like the art style, or the character voices, or a lot about it.

I did like G1, though.  Used to watch it as a kid.

Hey guess what?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5gO6DE_SMLM

Go to about 2:55.  Tell me who it sounds like. :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 16, 2013, 10:31:31 pm
I already knew that many of the voices for FiM were also in G3 :P

I didn't mean all the character voices, just certain ones.

EDIT:

There is something ironic.

Alicorn Twilight, combined with the whining bronies AND the happy bronies, and even the presence of the trolls trolling both sides, has actually reinvigorated my brony pride.

Go figure.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 17, 2013, 03:13:54 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSVBcm_BZRs

Okay this is kinda awesome
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 17, 2013, 03:48:43 pm
Speaking of Metal pony music, this one is my favorite.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3IZVCtPQfcM
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: lazerfrog on February 17, 2013, 05:43:49 pm
Having finally gotten to see the new episode, I can say I really liked it.  I can see why they decided to go with the "musical episode" format, since those usually make it easier to say a lot in a small amount of time.  FiM has always been interesting to me as a show that clearly wants to have some sort of overarching plotline without being able to stray from its kiddie show format.  I think that aspect of the show really came through in the finale.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 17, 2013, 06:53:53 pm
Totally a leaked clip from new spinoff guiz (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJcVZ6x3TrA)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 17, 2013, 06:58:22 pm
Totally a leaked clip from new spinoff guiz (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJcVZ6x3TrA)

I think my skeleton system was damaged from that.

Because laughing hurts.

ADDENDUM:

First order of business, I've decided that during the wait for Season 4, I'd start watching the previous MLP shows/movies and stuff, starting with G1 and working my way up to, yes, G3.  I remember liking G1 as a kid, and I want to see how far I can go beyond that before my limits are tested.

Second order of business, I am suddenly tempted to actually buy pony toys, and not just because I'm a brony.

I used to play with barbies when I was a little boy.  Whenever I'd play with my older female cousins, I'd go for the barbie dolls and stuff.  I don't know why.  Unfortunately, my then-conservative mother greatly discouraged this by buying me G.I. Joe and stuff like that.

Well, one of the things about adulthood is that you have an opportunity to indulge in the things you couldn't as a kid, right?  Ergo...

That being said, I am not a loud and proud brony.  I am incredibly self-conscious.  So my idea is to basically buy them for my non-existent little sister for her non-existent birthday.

That is, if I go through with this.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 17, 2013, 07:39:17 pm
If you're self-conscious, can't you just buy the toys off the internet? I don't think I'd have the nerve to walk into a store, pick 'em up and hand them to the cashier.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 17, 2013, 07:45:03 pm
If you're self-conscious, can't you just buy the toys off the internet? I don't think I'd have the nerve to walk into a store, pick 'em up and hand them to the cashier.

My father already has enough to deal with, what with the fact that I'm gay and in a relationship (which he knows about now)

I don't want to add "playing with little girls' toys" to the list of things he has to deal with.  It's a lot easier to smuggle in toys from the store than it is to hide the box that something I ordered comes in.  (Plus I tend to use the internet for things I can't find locally, rather than vice versa)

That being said, it's good to break your comfort zone now and then.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 18, 2013, 01:22:03 am
If you're self-conscious, can't you just buy the toys off the internet? I don't think I'd have the nerve to walk into a store, pick 'em up and hand them to the cashier.

That's how I got my brushable Mcdonalds toys.  Well, other then handing them to the cashier.  I had to ask for them behind the counter.  As in, you can buy them independent of a happy meal.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 18, 2013, 02:32:56 am
I got one of the McDonald's Mario toys that way, actually.  Asking for it and buying it independently of the happy meal.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 18, 2013, 03:04:43 am
I got one of the McDonald's Mario toys that way, actually.  Asking for it and buying it independently of the happy meal.

Oh yeah?  Neat.

I got Celestia (from the year last), Rarity (from the year last as well), Twilight, Pinkie, Fluttershy, Cheerilee, Rainbow Dash, Rarity, Lily Blossom, and Applejack.  Note that the first two are stand toys, and the others are clippable to things like...backpacks and such.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on February 18, 2013, 04:22:34 pm
I can't wait to see what they do with Alicorn Twilight in season 4.  (No, I'm not spoilering that.  It's been all over the Internet for weeks now, and the episode has already aired.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on February 18, 2013, 05:29:57 pm
I'm still hoping for some scenes with Rainbow Dash teaching her how to fly.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Material Defender on February 18, 2013, 05:43:40 pm
I see that the half as long season had a half as long as should have been episode. For a episode that was basically a musical, and played out like a stage musical (Complete with jumping around to set pieces as opposed to making a continuous story), I think it was fairly good. If it wasn't for the fact it felt like they put hyper drives on it. If it wasn't a musical, I'd probably say it was a lot worse.

I used toys to play wargames as a kid, and would probably do so again if I was given a chance. Thus playmobils, action figures, micro-machines, and legos were ideal for that. The barbie I had got its hair burned off. I have no interest in purchasing pony toys, though purchasing a Tardis mug has come to me.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 18, 2013, 05:52:46 pm
So I managed to pick up a dual pack for about $4 cheaper than it should've been thanks to a clerical error.  I was actually fine with paying the full price, but the manager there ended up reimbursing me the difference after I brought it up for future reference.

So... I now have Princess Luna and Rarity :D I'm actually quite the fan of both of them, and Tabitha is definitely one of my favorite VAs.

As far as buying it goes... no one said anything.  No one even looked at me funny.  If they thought it, they were good at hiding their thoughts.  And it wasn't all that harrowing, either.  It felt pretty ... well, not natural, but certainly not that hard.

The key was not to make excuses right off the bat :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 18, 2013, 06:00:04 pm
Just remember Zachski:  With the brony fandom's size, you're not the only one out there gobbling up pony toys. :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 18, 2013, 06:19:00 pm
Just remember Zachski:  With the brony fandom's size, you're not the only one out there gobbling up pony toys. :P

I know.  I'm just surprised there's that many bronies in this part of Wisconsin XD

Also, trying to brush Luna's hair resulting in becoming crazy and magnificent all at once.  The little spritely stuff is kinda neat, too.  In the meantime, I've managed to contain it in a barrette.  Hopefully it won't break free and devour the world.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 18, 2013, 06:40:13 pm
Just remember Zachski:  With the brony fandom's size, you're not the only one out there gobbling up pony toys. :P

I know.  I'm just surprised there's that many bronies in this part of Wisconsin XD

Also, trying to brush Luna's hair resulting in becoming crazy and magnificent all at once.  The little spritely stuff is kinda neat, too.  In the meantime, I've managed to contain it in a barrette.  Hopefully it won't break free and devour the world.

Would it be such a bad way to go?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 18, 2013, 07:00:34 pm
You know, I know these videos are technically out of date at this point, but I still really enjoy CR's retrospective on the franchise.  I'll just leave these here.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3K2aIA6nOiw
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NtZlXfpWXFo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k59z3Hv0uR8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LrW3MxUN69Q

I just adore these videos so much because of the perspective they offer.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on February 18, 2013, 08:14:19 pm
Finally got a chance to watch the episode. Now if you'll excuse me, I have a little liquid pride in my eyes.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 18, 2013, 08:16:25 pm
*pats John and offers a tissue*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 19, 2013, 01:21:31 am
Okay you know what?

I'm hoping some bronies leave the fandom over this.  We could do with less bronies.

I honestly can't believe these people ever got into the show in the first place with the attitude they're displaying about this episode.  I'm not saying everyone who is nay-saying the episode is bad, but a lot of them are just... petty and whiney.  (Present company excepted, because even if I disagree, at least that opinion is well thought out)

This is a very polarizing episode, too.  Most people seem to either love it or hate it, I've encountered very few people with any in-between opinion.

You know, I have seen plenty of brony behavior recently, and this is so incredibly true.  The fandom is turning on its own because of fucking CANDY-COLORED PONIES.  Of all the things to get butthurt about, it had to be this.

Seeing the fandom go through this is sad, but maybe a purge would be for the best.  Gilda ditched RD because of bad attitude, and IMO there's a lot of Gilda's in this fandom.

Edit:  Holy balls.  Holy freaking balls.  Drawfriend 720 is 102 images long.  Furthermore, only one is saucy (and mild, IMO).
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 19, 2013, 03:02:48 pm
Here's my little ponies in the morning with their hair all neat in their barrettes.

(click to show/hide)

And now the barrettes are off.

(click to show/hide)

And now their hair is brushed

(click to show/hide)

And now Rarity's wearing Luna's orange crown.

(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 19, 2013, 04:46:28 pm
Can I go on record with saying that Luna (save for her butt mark) looks like Twilacorn?  When I first saw one at Walgreens, I thought it looked way too much like Twilight in the coat color, lol.

Well, okay.  The mane's not accurate in the slightest for Twilight. :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 19, 2013, 05:47:53 pm
Um, guys did you notice? Twilight had 6 stars (http://i.imgur.com/Fcj7OFv.jpg) in her cutie mark in this scene. mistake, or foreshadowing? /mlp/ had a theory (http://i.imgur.com/pYq2Lxh.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on February 19, 2013, 10:22:05 pm
I did notice that, didn't think anything of it, but that's an interesting theory. It raises a lot of questions: What will she be like? Will there be a new element of harmony? How many brony heads will explode if/when it's confirmed?

I'm starting a wish list for next season. I want to see:

• Twilight's misasventures learning to fly

• Twilight's new position and responsibilities create a rift between her and her friends (which is eventually healed, of course)

• Celestia and Luna dealing with their strained relationship (It's been hinted at)

• A Rarity episode or two

• Some more adventure episodes!

ETA • More Rainbow Dash and Scootaloo
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 20, 2013, 11:46:51 pm
I present to you a haunting beauty of a video.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6-3wp2VVhKQ
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 21, 2013, 02:04:13 pm
So I watched the finale again and watching Twilight's friends just bow to her, it irritates me. I can't give a detailed rebuttal or anything like that, but just seeing it, annoys me.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 21, 2013, 02:09:34 pm
So I watched the finale again and watching Twilight's friends just bow to her, it irritates me. I can't give a detailed rebuttal or anything like that, but just seeing it, annoys me.

Is this behind the idea of why it annoys you?

http://cheezburger.com/7071870976

I mean, I assume it annoys you that it implies that she's now unequal to her friends or something?  You don't have to go into detail, but am I in the ballpark?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 21, 2013, 02:54:35 pm
Yeah, I'd say that's within the ballpark. In fact I think that picture perfectly articulates what I'm feeling. They just shouldn't be bowing. I can get bowing to Celestia and Luna, because they are as close to deities as anything, being alive for 1000's of years, the otherworldly manes, controlling the sun and the moon. But as soon as she gets wings, they just bow?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on February 21, 2013, 02:55:50 pm
I was a little bugged by it for the same reason, but it was made better by the fact that Celestia bowed too, so it wasn't necessarily about submission to a superior. More like a sign of great respect for her accomplishment.

Plus, I'm sure the issue will be explored in greater detail next season, which I'm looking forward to.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 21, 2013, 05:16:31 pm
I was a little bugged by it for the same reason, but it was made better by the fact that Celestia bowed too, so it wasn't necessarily about submission to a superior. More like a sign of great respect for her accomplishment.

Plus, I'm sure the issue will be explored in greater detail next season, which I'm looking forward to.

This is pretty much my take on the situation.

It was Celestia doing the "My friend, you bow to no one" event, with Twilight being the hobbit bowed to.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on February 21, 2013, 10:47:41 pm
FINIALLY THE WAIT IS OVER!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQaisack_jc

And it gets better.

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 22, 2013, 03:39:44 am
I don't get any of the fascination with the .mov videos.  At all.

They just seem... "HEY LOOK GROSS GRAPHICS AND RUDE DIALOGUE AND CHARACTERS OUT OF CHARACTER, TOTALLY FUNNIEZ"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 22, 2013, 06:14:45 am
Okay, I admit I got a laugh out of that Faust "quote" in the video.

EDIT: totally more leaked footage from new spinoff (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Dv4rFKoWBg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 22, 2013, 11:47:19 am
I don't get any of the fascination with the .mov videos.  At all.

They just seem... "HEY LOOK GROSS GRAPHICS AND RUDE DIALOGUE AND CHARACTERS OUT OF CHARACTER, TOTALLY FUNNIEZ"

Yeah, that's more or less my opinion of them also. They come off as trying too hard to me.

EDIT: totally more leaked footage from new spinoff (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Dv4rFKoWBg)

I'll admit I did laugh at this.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 22, 2013, 03:22:19 pm
(click to show/hide)

I find this amusing.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on February 22, 2013, 03:25:04 pm
Truthfulyl Season 3 had a good opening good pinkie ep the dash eps and the end but everything else was not good especially the discord ep magic duel was good
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 22, 2013, 04:02:56 pm
I've found that there's a LOT of episodes this season that could have used a second part.  Discord's was one of them.  Magic Duel for another.

And Zach? that's awesome.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 22, 2013, 04:03:20 pm
Look's like UniCon is livestreaming right now (http://everfree.net//unicon/)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 22, 2013, 04:03:46 pm
hey, several pre-readers are there! Thanks, Dakota!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 22, 2013, 04:49:18 pm
So can I just say that while some people aren't crazy about them, I love the CMC.  They especially have some of my favorite songs of the series.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on February 23, 2013, 01:43:24 am
Well, I finally found a white Celestia, so let's kick Pinklestia out and update my shelf a bit~

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v203/andsean/Bedroom/PonyCollection004.jpg)

Haha, it's so crowded you can barely see them all now.

Here's a full list, with additions since the last pic (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v203/andsean/Bedroom/PonyCollection003.jpg) noted in bold:


And, as a bonus, here's a pegasus' eye view:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v203/andsean/Bedroom/PonyCollectionAerial.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 23, 2013, 02:02:02 am
Well, I finally found a white Celestia, so let's kick Pinklestia out and update my shelf a bit~

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v203/andsean/Bedroom/PonyCollection004.jpg)

Haha, it's so crowded you can barely see them all now.

Here's a full list, with additions since the last pic (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v203/andsean/Bedroom/PonyCollection003.jpg) noted in bold:

  • Twilight Sparkle
  • Rainbow Dash
  • Pinkie Pie
  • Applejack
  • Fluttershy
  • Rarity
  • Scootaloo
  • Sweetie Belle
  • Applebloom
  • Cheerilee
  • Zecora
  • Princess Celestia (white)
  • Princess Luna
  • Nightmare Moon
  • Spike
  • Trixie Lulamoon
  • Lyra Heartstrings
  • Vinyl Scratch (DJ Pon-3)
  • Daisy (Flower Wishes)
  • Lemony Gem
  • Sunny Rays
  • Cherry Berry
  • Cupcake
  • Fashion-size Pinkie Pie

And, as a bonus, here's a pegasus' eye view:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v203/andsean/Bedroom/PonyCollectionAerial.jpg)

Damn.  How do you handle SO MUCH PONY?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on February 23, 2013, 11:22:03 am
So can I just say that while some people aren't crazy about them, I love the CMC.  They especially have some of my favorite songs of the series.
I like CMC, and I agree they do have some the best songs(I fucking love 'Babs Seed'). I also think Rarity and Pinkie get the best songs of the mane six.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 23, 2013, 11:38:23 am
So can I just say that while some people aren't crazy about them, I love the CMC.  They especially have some of my favorite songs of the series.
I like CMC, and I agree they do have some the best songs(I fucking love 'Babs Seed'). I also think Rarity and Pinkie get the best songs of the mane six.

Yeah.  Babs Seed has some kind of 70's vibe.  Maybe that's why some people don't like it.  I think that it's not only catchy, but there's something...artistically neat about it.

Then again, that's the beauty of pony songs.  They like to play with genres.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on February 23, 2013, 06:04:53 pm
Best crack pairing ever

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=elUIbi883v8



Full video:


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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 23, 2013, 06:08:03 pm
Now that you mentioned it I had to listen to Babs Seed for another 50 times in a row. Thanks, bro :P Also, the remix Daniel Ingram did with some band called SOS is fan-fucking-tastic.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on February 23, 2013, 07:28:13 pm
So can I just say that while some people aren't crazy about them, I love the CMC.  They especially have some of my favorite songs of the series.
I think Apple Bloom is the most squeedorable pony ever.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: cheese007 on February 23, 2013, 08:26:52 pm
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BOOTY BOOTY BOOTY BOOTY ROCKIN' EVERYWHERE!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: DarkfireTaimatsu on February 23, 2013, 09:38:50 pm
Friendship is Witchcraft never fails to make my day.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on February 23, 2013, 09:47:38 pm
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BOOTY BOOTY BOOTY BOOTY ROCKIN' EVERYWHERE!

This is actually the first time I have seen a Friendship is Witchcraft episode and this is funny.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Osama bin Bambi on February 23, 2013, 09:52:18 pm
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BOOTY BOOTY BOOTY BOOTY ROCKIN' EVERYWHERE!

This is actually the first time I have seen a Friendship is Witchcraft episode and this is funny.

I don't even watch My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic and this is funny.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 24, 2013, 05:04:51 am
Goddamn this shit is too funny
(http://i.imgur.com/KJD6bzo.png?1)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on February 24, 2013, 11:05:37 pm
So I've mentioned that Fluttershy reminds me a little bit of my wife. Well, sometimes my wife goes, "Yay," all quietly. It makes me happy and she has no idea. (She knows I watch the show but hasn't watched any episodes) I think if I told her, she'd stop.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 25, 2013, 02:49:28 am
Looks like UniCon done fucked up (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/02/las-pegasus-donations-update.html#more)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 25, 2013, 05:04:22 am
From what I'm hearing (from Unicon attendees) is that the con staff WAY over-estimated how many would actually be showing up.  Apparently, they banked on "pony con + Vegas" a little too hard.

They're salvaging everything, but it's a mess, yeah.

I think this cements the fact that there's far too many cons... I think between Bronycon, Trotcon, Everfree Northwest and Unicon, that's all we NEED.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 25, 2013, 05:22:39 am
Hopefully this doesn't put off the VA's and other staff members with interacting with fans and doing future cons.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 25, 2013, 08:59:32 pm
Hopefully this doesn't put off the VA's and other staff members with interacting with fans and doing future cons.

From the looks of the articles, and the talk floating around post-con, the VA's and everybody show-related (especially the VA's for Gustave and Gilda, so I hear) are ecstatic with the con.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 25, 2013, 09:08:30 pm
So...I have a new fanfic idea.  I was looking at Shining Armor's hair, and realized that Vinyl Scratch has much the same hair.  I wanna do a fic in which they're related now. XD
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 25, 2013, 09:21:47 pm
So...I have a new fanfic idea.  I was looking at Shining Armor's hair, and realized that Vinyl Scratch has much the same hair.  I wanna do a fic in which they're related now. XD

Write it, and if it's good enough, odds are good it'll go up on EqD.  It's at least DIFFERENT from everything else we get.

Hell, I'll help!

I won't be able to claim it as a pre-reader (due to bias) but I'd vouch for you.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 26, 2013, 12:24:55 am
So...I have a new fanfic idea.  I was looking at Shining Armor's hair, and realized that Vinyl Scratch has much the same hair.  I wanna do a fic in which they're related now. XD

Write it, and if it's good enough, odds are good it'll go up on EqD.  It's at least DIFFERENT from everything else we get.

Hell, I'll help!

I won't be able to claim it as a pre-reader (due to bias) but I'd vouch for you.

I just finished watching Friendship is Witchcraft.  Maybe I can borrow from the "Foaly Matripony" story as justification for the plot. :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 26, 2013, 05:09:16 am
So...I have a new fanfic idea.  I was looking at Shining Armor's hair, and realized that Vinyl Scratch has much the same hair.  I wanna do a fic in which they're related now. XD

Write it, and if it's good enough, odds are good it'll go up on EqD.  It's at least DIFFERENT from everything else we get.

Hell, I'll help!

I won't be able to claim it as a pre-reader (due to bias) but I'd vouch for you.

I just finished watching Friendship is Witchcraft.  Maybe I can borrow from the "Foaly Matripony" story as justification for the plot. :P

We do take parody.  As long as you get the okay from the FiW crew (because asking is nice, and Fair Use is a good thing), and it's quality enough, we'll at least consider it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 26, 2013, 06:41:53 am
Someone on reddit gives some insight into the Unicon fiasco (http://www.reddit.com/r/mylittlepony/comments/19872q/i_participated_in_unicon_as_both_staff_and/) and Tara Strong is a bit annoyed (http://www.reddit.com/r/mylittlepony/comments/198a7e/tara_strong_is_not_happy/)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 02, 2013, 06:19:29 am
It begins. article contains official artwork for new spinoff. (https://www.nytimes.com/2013/03/02/business/hasbro-expands-transformers-brand-into-new-media.html?_r=0)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on March 02, 2013, 06:37:30 am
It begins. article contains official artwork for new spinoff. (https://www.nytimes.com/2013/03/02/business/hasbro-expands-transformers-brand-into-new-media.html?_r=0)

Hold on a second... are they furries instead of human?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 02, 2013, 07:13:44 am
Sure looks that way. Kinda glad they left the horns off the designs as I think that would look pretty weird with the whole human thing.

Also, Lauren Faust joined the Fighting is Magic team to create original characters for the game. Yay! (http://www.mane6.com/2013/03/m6v2.html)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on March 02, 2013, 07:32:18 am
Holy crap.  I knew she offered some OCs to them, but I didn't expect her to actually join the team to work with them o_o
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 02, 2013, 10:17:20 am
Either she was bored, or she was as invested in this as most of the fandom was.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 02, 2013, 11:02:33 am
Either way, super hyped to see the final product now.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on March 02, 2013, 12:37:24 pm
So Fighting is Magic is back on then?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 02, 2013, 01:55:44 pm
Yes, but with completely original characters.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Osama bin Bambi on March 02, 2013, 02:26:11 pm
It begins. article contains official artwork for new spinoff. (https://www.nytimes.com/2013/03/02/business/hasbro-expands-transformers-brand-into-new-media.html?_r=0)

Hold on a second... are they furries instead of human?

Cue even more anti-furry raeg
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 02, 2013, 04:36:04 pm
It begins. article contains official artwork for new spinoff. (https://www.nytimes.com/2013/03/02/business/hasbro-expands-transformers-brand-into-new-media.html?_r=0)

Hold on a second... are they furries instead of human?

Cue even more anti-furry raeg

By "anti-furry raeg," did you mean delicious tears?

Gotta say I like the art.  I think that the new art is oozing tons more personality than the "leaked" art that rustled everyone's jimmies.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on March 02, 2013, 04:47:50 pm
Also, Twilight Sparkle wings.

That's definitely going to rustle some jimmies.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 02, 2013, 04:59:58 pm
Also, Twilight Sparkle wings.

That's definitely going to rustle some jimmies.

COME AT ME, BRO[NY]! :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 02, 2013, 05:03:44 pm
Also, Twilight Sparkle wings.

That's definitely going to rustle some jimmies.
And here is your jimmies forecast for today (http://i.imgur.com/JDWRodm.gif)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on March 02, 2013, 05:15:41 pm
I still don't like the art style. But as long as the main show sticks around and keeps being good, *shrug*.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: cheese007 on March 03, 2013, 06:33:04 pm
Equestria Girls art looks really uncanny valley to me. :/
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 04, 2013, 02:48:54 am
Equestria Girls art looks really uncanny valley to me. :/

Yeah, especially that new piece of art. Hopefully the finished product can negate that.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 04, 2013, 02:50:34 am
Equestria Girls art looks really uncanny valley to me. :/

Yeah, especially that new piece of art. Hopefully the finished product can negate that.

Forgive me, but I do NOT get the reference.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 04, 2013, 03:40:46 am
You mean the Uncanny Valley? (http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/UncannyValley)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on March 06, 2013, 11:37:50 pm
I'm looking for good fan-made songs. Preferably things kinda like this:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0sW8KrZF5s

Or this:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KyfrP7AInds

Can anyone recommend some?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 07, 2013, 04:59:26 am
*claps hooves together!* oh, *goody!* I'll inundate you when I get home from work!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 07, 2013, 06:43:33 pm
So when it premieres, I can see a thread dedicated to Equestria Girls. XD
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 07, 2013, 08:33:30 pm
So when it premieres, I can see a thread dedicated to Equestria Girls. XD

Not from me, you won't.  As far as I know (at this point), we won't be dedicating anything to Equestria Girls on EqD.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 07, 2013, 09:24:16 pm
So when it premieres, I can see a thread dedicated to Equestria Girls. XD

Not from me, you won't.  As far as I know (at this point), we won't be dedicating anything to Equestria Girls on EqD.

Nobody working there will take the initiative to make a sister site?  Shame. :/
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 08, 2013, 05:49:21 am
Speaking of Equestria Girls (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/03/possible-equestria-girls-logo-on-ny.html) we get to see the logo now, I wonder when we get a concrete release date.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on March 10, 2013, 08:10:53 pm
The topic came up last night on the chat of MLP fan art and I mentioned that I hadn't done any yet. So here goes!

(http://fc01.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2013/069/7/c/q_s_latest_prank_by_johnraptor-d5xmu2g.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 11, 2013, 01:10:53 am
So I think I'm going to do a review of Rescue at Midnight Castle.  I watched it with poeticmind0189 a few nights ago, and I'd like to offer my thoughts.

In other news, I fucking adore my G1 Twilight avatar.  Oh sweet Celestia do I ever. <3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 11, 2013, 02:46:03 am
Love the MLP/Star Trek fanart, especially Discords goofy expression.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 11, 2013, 08:13:05 am
So my avatar reminds me of a song.  I just woke up and the inspiration was there.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8NjbGr2nk2c
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 11, 2013, 06:53:39 pm
So I think I'm going to do a review of Rescue at Midnight Castle.  I watched it with poeticmind0189 a few nights ago, and I'd like to offer my thoughts.

In other news, I fucking adore my G1 Twilight avatar.  Oh sweet Celestia do I ever. <3

Do you like Tirek??
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 11, 2013, 07:07:03 pm
So I think I'm going to do a review of Rescue at Midnight Castle.  I watched it with poeticmind0189 a few nights ago, and I'd like to offer my thoughts.

In other news, I fucking adore my G1 Twilight avatar.  Oh sweet Celestia do I ever. <3

Do you like Tirek??

Yes i do.  I can see why some people are clamoring to see him as a S4 villain.  Now, I have two concerns about that enthusiasm.  First, can they clear copyright/trademark hurdles?  Secondly, how do they plan to transfer such a villain into the new gen.  The shows are really different.

I also like Scorpan.  He was an unwitting pawn who eventually had the courage to rebel when Spike's life was threatened.  Twice.

Edit:  So am I the only one getting sick of all the butthurt over the antrho spinoff Equestria Girls?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 12, 2013, 05:01:21 am
as to Equestria Girls... among the EqD staff like myself, it's either "Not going to bother with it", "Luna's Royal Ass, what have they done to Spike?!", or "I'll give it at least an episode or three."

I'm in the last camp, myself.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on March 12, 2013, 05:24:23 am
I actually like Dog!Spike, I think it's an incredibly cute character design, and considering it takes place in an alternate universe I don't really have a problem, because it's not the same Spike.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 12, 2013, 11:49:27 am
I would have preferred if they made Spike Twilight's brother or something. Then again that whole DogSpike thing is pretty much rumour.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on March 12, 2013, 12:36:00 pm
Yeah, do not like DogSpike. He's not a pet.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 12, 2013, 07:28:10 pm
Yeah, do not like DogSpike. He's not a pet.

Every frackin' time I see people say or imply that he's lesser for being a dog/pet or some shit, I think "Have you seen Pound Puppies or Littlest Pet Shop?"  Seriously.  Having seen both of the aforementioned shows that aren't pony, I find the idea that "dog/pet = inferior" absolutely ridiculous.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on March 12, 2013, 07:54:42 pm
They're diferent shows though. And on MLP, dogs/pets ARE inferior. Will that carry over to EqG? Don't know, but it's probably a better indicator than another, unrelated show.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 12, 2013, 08:00:17 pm
They're diferent shows though. And on MLP, dogs/pets ARE inferior. Will that carry over to EqG? Don't know, but it's probably a better indicator than another, unrelated show.

That seems like a bizarre analogy.  I mean, Equestria also has very few humanoids.  I think the shows I mentioned are better analogies BECAUSE they have humans.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on March 12, 2013, 08:20:41 pm
MLP depicts pets one way, other shows do it another way. Different shows, different rules. Since EqG is an MLP spinoff, it stands to reason that it will probably emulate MLP rules more closely than some other unconnected show.

Thing is, is Winona going to be in EqG? If so, she'll either have to be elevated to a speaking roll like Spike, or he'll have to be reduced to a non-speaking or at least subservient roll like her, or they'll end up with some dogs that can talk and some that can't. Not that they couldn't do that (Family guy does it), but IMHO, you end up with something that doesn't smell right any way you cut it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on March 12, 2013, 08:29:56 pm
It's not even the same Spike.  Alternate universe rules and all.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on March 12, 2013, 08:33:09 pm
It's not even the same Spike.  Alternate universe rules and all.
Then why not make Rarity a tomboy and Twilight a slacker?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 12, 2013, 10:04:32 pm
It's not even the same Spike.  Alternate universe rules and all.
Then why not make Rarity a tomboy and Twilight a slacker?

... can you seriously see Dash being prim and proper? or Gilda actually in anything OTHER than torn jeans and a t-shirt with a middle finger on it? I can't.


Though, the thought of Big Mac in a tux? nummy.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 13, 2013, 03:00:36 am
MLP depicts pets one way, other shows do it another way. Different shows, different rules. Since EqG is an MLP spinoff, it stands to reason that it will probably emulate MLP rules more closely than some other unconnected show.

Thing is, is Winona going to be in EqG? If so, she'll either have to be elevated to a speaking roll like Spike, or he'll have to be reduced to a non-speaking or at least subservient roll like her, or they'll end up with some dogs that can talk and some that can't. Not that they couldn't do that (Family guy does it), but IMHO, you end up with something that doesn't smell right any way you cut it.

Since when do spinoffs have to abide by all of the rules of the original?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on March 13, 2013, 10:02:20 am
Since when do they have to abide by the rules of completely different and unrelated shows?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 13, 2013, 11:56:02 pm
Since when do they have to abide by the rules of completely different and unrelated shows?

Well, that's true.  I just imagine that they would a bit, I guess.  The only way to know for sure is to wait and see.  Until then, I refuse to pass judgment (or at least NEGATIVE judgment).
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on March 14, 2013, 12:21:25 am
That's cool. I'm not saying anyone else shouldn't like it, just that I don't. Or rather, that what I've seen so far makes me pessimistic.

But like I said before, as long as the main show continues to be good, it's no hair off my back. :)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on March 15, 2013, 02:01:43 pm
It's not even the same Spike.  Alternate universe rules and all.
Then why not make Rarity a tomboy and Twilight a slacker?

... can you seriously see Dash being prim and proper? or Gilda actually in anything OTHER than torn jeans and a t-shirt with a middle finger on it? I can't.


Though, the thought of Big Mac in a tux? nummy.

But Rainbow Dash always dresses in style!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 15, 2013, 02:15:04 pm
It's not even the same Spike.  Alternate universe rules and all.
Then why not make Rarity a tomboy and Twilight a slacker?

... can you seriously see Dash being prim and proper? or Gilda actually in anything OTHER than torn jeans and a t-shirt with a middle finger on it? I can't.


Though, the thought of Big Mac in a tux? nummy.

But Rainbow Dash always dresses in style!

... don't make me come down there, you!

... ... wait, that's not a threat... DAMN!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 15, 2013, 02:40:21 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5oSPpmfuz8
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 18, 2013, 03:03:58 am
You know, I don't think Bonnie Zacherle gets the credit she should, and that bothers me.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PK60SJkRIEM
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 20, 2013, 07:28:45 pm
Looks like next season is estimated for next winter (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/03/season-4-this-winter.html#idc-container)

EDIT: also, ending theme for japanese dub of MLP released.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w9YyfjjNwFY
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 20, 2013, 07:22:20 pm
Lolwat?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on March 20, 2013, 07:48:52 pm
Since it's going to be awhile, let the Wild Mass Guessing begin!

I have a theory that OCD is a unicorn trait, not just Twilight Sparkle's trait.

My reasoning for this?  Look at Rarity.  She exhibits a form of germaphobia, she's obsessed with patterns (look at how she arranged the clouds in the season 3 finale) and she's got a job where OCD can actually be very beneficial.  (Same for Twilight Sparkle)

I don't know if Sweetie Belle exhibits the symptoms yet -- it could be adult onset.

Also, this happened while I was writing this post:

(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 20, 2013, 07:54:16 pm
It's possible, Magus.  I talked about how if they had computers in Equestria, Rarity could be a programmer or web designer or something working with Twilight to build epic stuff.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 20, 2013, 10:07:48 pm
Twi would learn ALL the programming!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on March 21, 2013, 01:36:13 am
Where did the idea that Luna likes video games come from?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 21, 2013, 04:51:53 am
it's a fandom thing, John.  Luna's trapped on the moon, comes back, starts catching up... and trips over video games at some point.  Addicted ever since.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 21, 2013, 06:14:20 am
In case any of you aren't following this, you really need to take a look at Tabitha St. Germains twitter (https://twitter.com/StTabitha), it's fucking insane.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on March 21, 2013, 02:19:17 pm
it's a fandom thing, John.  Luna's trapped on the moon, comes back, starts catching up... and trips over video games at some point.  Addicted ever since.
So it's just as random as that? I thought there'd be more to it.

In case any of you aren't following this, you really need to take a look at Tabitha St. Germains twitter (https://twitter.com/StTabitha), it's fucking insane.
So Tara finally convinced her, eh?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6YEV1l6E74
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on March 23, 2013, 01:20:29 am
Thing is, is Winona going to be in EqG? If so, she'll either have to be elevated to a speaking roll like Spike, or he'll have to be reduced to a non-speaking or at least subservient roll like her, or they'll end up with some dogs that can talk and some that can't. Not that they couldn't do that (Family guy does it), but IMHO, you end up with something that doesn't smell right any way you cut it.

Maybe Spike is a magical talking Dog, and Winona is just a normal dog.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 23, 2013, 07:23:26 pm
Thing is, is Winona going to be in EqG? If so, she'll either have to be elevated to a speaking roll like Spike, or he'll have to be reduced to a non-speaking or at least subservient roll like her, or they'll end up with some dogs that can talk and some that can't. Not that they couldn't do that (Family guy does it), but IMHO, you end up with something that doesn't smell right any way you cut it.

Maybe Spike is a magical talking Dog, and Winona is just a normal dog.

Maybe since Spike is a dog, Winona is now a dragon.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on March 24, 2013, 10:56:16 am
Sucks about the 9-month wait.

On the other hand, Season 3 is already on Netflix! :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 24, 2013, 11:27:24 am
Sucks about the 9-month wait.

On the other hand, Season 3 is already on Netflix! :D

I don't know what you think of the spinoff, but I think that airs April 1st.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on March 24, 2013, 03:37:27 pm
Sucks about the 9-month wait.

On the other hand, Season 3 is already on Netflix! :D

I don't know what you think of the spinoff, but I think that airs April 1st.

*raises an eyebrow at the date*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on March 24, 2013, 03:47:23 pm
Sucks about the 9-month wait.


Seriously, what the hell? I though the seasons were cut short because we'd be getting 2 a year.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 24, 2013, 04:50:48 pm
oh no no no... the rumor is they're gearing up for a movie... and Season 4 is getting the full 26 episodes.  They needed the lead time, from what I hear.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 24, 2013, 08:33:14 pm
Twi would learn ALL the programming!

pic related (http://i.imgur.com/V9fOBfm.png)

Sucks about the 9-month wait.

On the other hand, Season 3 is already on Netflix! :D

I don't know what you think of the spinoff, but I think that airs April 1st.

*raises an eyebrow at the date*

Yeah, are you a wizard, or is that just a guess?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on March 24, 2013, 10:00:51 pm
With thanks to B-Man and Siraj for helping me narrow down a name, I present my OC, work-in-progress:

Sketch O'Neiric

(http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y229/johnraptor/SketchONeiric-WIP_zps7c1e6709.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on March 25, 2013, 12:30:30 am
oh no no no... the rumor is they're gearing up for a movie... and Season 4 is getting the full 26 episodes.  They needed the lead time, from what I hear.

A MLP:FIM Movie?? Fuck Yeah!! :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 25, 2013, 05:54:03 am
I came across this (http://www.roundstable.com/2013/02/04/im-a-brony-and-im-sorry/) article recently and it kinda stuck with me, after thinking about the whole Alicorn "controversy" for a bit. People starting to think the show was really for them, when it really wasn't.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on March 25, 2013, 08:47:50 am
Nice OC, JohnE! :)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 26, 2013, 12:59:28 am
I came across this (http://www.roundstable.com/2013/02/04/im-a-brony-and-im-sorry/) article recently and it kinda stuck with me, after thinking about the whole Alicorn "controversy" for a bit. People starting to think the show was really for them, when it really wasn't.

Jesus, this is a long article.  While it does have some good points, there's a lot of points I'd like to say are franky a bit crap in this preachy load.  I realize it's not directed at me specifically, of course.

To be fair you do see bronies lose sight of what the show is about in reactions to Twilacorn, Equestria Girls, and the announcement of Littlest Pet Shop.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 27, 2013, 10:36:53 pm
Looking GOOD, John! Drop by the bookstore sometime, and ol' Noble Cause will be happy to help you find what you need.  Donuts are on the house, fresh from Sugarcube Corner.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 27, 2013, 11:08:41 pm
Looking GOOD, John! Drop by the bookstore sometime, and ol' Noble Cause will be happy to help you find what you need.  Donuts are on the house, fresh from Sugarcube Corner.

Wait.  Do you guys know each other IRL?  If so, you're lucky fuckers.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on March 27, 2013, 11:43:05 pm
Naw, not that lucky. He's just referring to our OCs.

I did a little more work on the mane and tail to add some detail, but it still feels like it's missing something. I dunno.

I wish I knew some other bronies IRL. There's a So Cal Bronies group on FB, but I'm still not out of the stable to all my friends and family, and if I joined it, they'd see.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on March 28, 2013, 03:11:14 am
I'll just leave this here.  I gotta get to sleep anyway.

http://fluttershyreplies.tumblr.com/
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Sour Grapes on March 30, 2013, 05:24:59 am
Looking GOOD, John! Drop by the bookstore sometime, and ol' Noble Cause will be happy to help you find what you need.  Donuts are on the house, fresh from Sugarcube Corner.

And if you're above the legal age, whatever that is in Equestria, you can stop by Grapevine Hills, and pick up a bottle or two of your favorite vintage from Sour Grapes.

As if it wasn't obvious enough from the avatar...  But yeah, I'm on FiMFiction (http://www.fimfiction.net/user/Sour%20Grapes).
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 30, 2013, 02:04:54 pm
Looking GOOD, John! Drop by the bookstore sometime, and ol' Noble Cause will be happy to help you find what you need.  Donuts are on the house, fresh from Sugarcube Corner.

And if you're above the legal age, whatever that is in Equestria, you can stop by Grapevine Hills, and pick up a bottle or two of your favorite vintage from Sour Grapes.

As if it wasn't obvious enough from the avatar...  But yeah, I'm on FiMFiction (http://www.fimfiction.net/user/Sour%20Grapes).

And followed... I also see you follow PresentPerfect (an ex-pre-reader) and Aegis Shield! Good taste! Might I also suggest Rust?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on March 30, 2013, 11:12:54 pm
Books, donuts, AND wine? I'm rolling in friendship magic.

And I figured out what Sketch was missing: his wife!

(http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y229/johnraptor/Art/MrAndMrsSketch-web_zps003fcd0c.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on March 31, 2013, 11:26:10 am
*squeals so loudly it can be heard from space* JohnE, that's adorable!  And short wife is short. :3

Have I posted my OC, Zena?  I don't think I have.  (spoilered for large image)

(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 31, 2013, 02:18:44 pm
Anybody seen that fan-episode that was released?

I really liked the animation, and the voice acting was alright, but the writing...at best, it was awkward, at worst it was pretty cringeworthy.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 31, 2013, 03:28:02 pm
the pre-reader reaction amounted to "hey brain, where are you going? I need you!"

In short? yyyyyikes, that was bad.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Sour Grapes on April 01, 2013, 04:16:55 am
Looking GOOD, John! Drop by the bookstore sometime, and ol' Noble Cause will be happy to help you find what you need.  Donuts are on the house, fresh from Sugarcube Corner.

And if you're above the legal age, whatever that is in Equestria, you can stop by Grapevine Hills, and pick up a bottle or two of your favorite vintage from Sour Grapes.

As if it wasn't obvious enough from the avatar...  But yeah, I'm on FiMFiction (http://www.fimfiction.net/user/Sour%20Grapes).

And followed... I also see you follow PresentPerfect (an ex-pre-reader) and Aegis Shield! Good taste! Might I also suggest Rust?

Holy crap I'm being followed!   ;D

Rust, huh?  I'll have to look him up.  Echo the Diamond Dog?  Never had much interest in that one.  Do rather like the Equestria Noir series. 
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on April 01, 2013, 11:12:02 pm
I don't know who here goes to My Little Brony, but go today.  There's a bunch of LPS memes and a LOT of butthurt.

http://cheezburger.com/7229301248

The description of that link?

Quote
Seriously guys? GET THE PICTURE. NOBODY ON MY LITTLE BRONY LIKES LPS. Just STOP posting LPS. Seriously. 99 dislikes and 20 likes? NOBODY ON MLB LIKE LPS.

My reply?

Quote
Hello. My name is NOBODY and I love Littlest Pet Shop.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on April 02, 2013, 12:16:56 am
Doesn't matter if some people like it. I like Lord of the Rings, but that's not what I'm looking for when I go to MLB. Granted, MLP and LPS are both Hub shows and are (I'm assuming) somewhat similar, so it makes some sense, but clearly most MLBites don't think it belongs there.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on April 02, 2013, 12:18:15 am
Well, it's an April Fools Joke anyways.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on April 02, 2013, 12:20:54 am
Well, it's an April Fools Joke anyways.

It is indeed.  The butthurt is delicious!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on April 02, 2013, 12:34:02 am
Well, it's an April Fools Joke anyways.
Oooooooh. That makes more sense.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on April 08, 2013, 12:24:38 am
I don't know how many of you guys have a Build-A-Bear (http://www.buildabear.com) near you, but they now have both Pinkie Pie and Rainbow Dash. They have one in my local mall, and I noticed them on display.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on April 08, 2013, 12:49:15 am
If they start offering Fluttershy, I'm going to be very tempted.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Patches on April 09, 2013, 09:46:07 pm
Well, the one thing that could have happened to the show that would give Bronies even more massive wing-boners has finally come to fruition.

MLP has been dubbed into Japanese.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SE0x9moapjg
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on April 10, 2013, 05:43:02 am
moshi moshi pinkie desu~

EDIT: Your daily dose of Doubleyou Tee Eff
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NedksFQQ4PM
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 10, 2013, 05:34:05 pm
ah, Flufflepuff.  Everypony wants to hug.  Or cuddle.  Or do other things.  Especially if you're Molestia.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on April 13, 2013, 03:27:18 pm
http://cheezburger.com/7327831808

Tee hee.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 14, 2013, 02:20:05 am
*beak-claw* It's a good thing I'm water-resistant...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on April 15, 2013, 12:11:18 am
(http://fc03.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2013/104/7/9/pinkie_pie_prescription_by_johnraptor-d61s6ms.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on April 15, 2013, 12:41:08 am
(http://fc03.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2013/104/7/9/pinkie_pie_prescription_by_johnraptor-d61s6ms.jpg)

Oh, can I have some??
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 15, 2013, 03:07:15 am
Make that two.  Pinkie is walking Prozac, really...

... though I would adore a quiet evening with Luna and several games of chess.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on April 15, 2013, 06:35:06 pm
Apparently Equestria Daily is doing livestreams of the japanese dubbed episodes. Man, the intro is fuckin looong.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 15, 2013, 06:36:46 pm
Yeah, Seth decided on that earlier today, actually.  Japanese Pinkie is amazing.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on April 15, 2013, 06:59:03 pm
Her song in this episode in that voice was just the cutest.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on April 16, 2013, 01:27:36 am
There's a rumor that Build-a-Bear will soon offer Twilight and Fluttershy. Celestia help me.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 16, 2013, 01:31:08 am
There's a rumor that Build-a-Bear will soon offer Twilight and Fluttershy. Celestia help me.

Eeyup.

If they sell as well as Pinkie and Dash did, Rarity and AJ will be introduced to complete the set, and if they continually sell well after that, the scuttlebutt is that they'll drop in the CMC, Shining Armor, Cadance, Celestia and Luna.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on April 18, 2013, 05:01:01 pm
I'm working on a custom of my OC ponysona, AND last night, I won an eBay auction for some really low-priced custom pony bait!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on April 19, 2013, 06:19:58 pm
Apparently Purple Tinker is a fucking dummy (http://shitpurpletinkersays.tumblr.com/page/2)
Also:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2K54RNtd4U
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on April 19, 2013, 07:36:20 pm
Apparently Purple Tinker is a fucking dummy (http://shitpurpletinkersays.tumblr.com/page/2)

I have never heard of her before and now I wish I hadn't.

Holy shit, she's got a persecution complex big enough to fill FSTDT's mainpage.

...Should we?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Feral Dog on April 20, 2013, 01:02:27 am
Apparently Purple Tinker is a fucking dummy (http://shitpurpletinkersays.tumblr.com/page/2)

I have never heard of her before and now I wish I hadn't.

Holy shit, she's got a persecution complex big enough to fill FSTDT's mainpage.

...Should we?

I don't know, is bronyism on par with other political/religious --isms?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on April 20, 2013, 01:52:52 am
Quote from: Purple Tinker
This is all I have.
That's really sad.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 20, 2013, 05:04:05 pm
Speaking from personal experience with PT... Some of the things she's said could easily qualify.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on April 20, 2013, 06:49:37 pm
Apparently Purple Tinker is a fucking dummy (http://shitpurpletinkersays.tumblr.com/page/2)

I have never heard of her before and now I wish I hadn't.

Holy shit, she's got a persecution complex big enough to fill FSTDT's mainpage.

...Should we?

I don't know, is bronyism on par with other political/religious --isms?

I don't think bronyism is Purple Tinker's problem.  I think her problem is that she's fucking nuts and dedicated to her own One Woman cause.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on April 20, 2013, 08:10:21 pm
Equestria Girls maybe possible might be a cinema film (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/04/mystery-usa-today-listing-equestria.html)

Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on April 22, 2013, 12:21:21 am
Eh, if that's true it  probably will just be a limited release film. They show recordings of plays and 44 minute documentaries in theatres. I probably won't watch it if it plays near my place.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on April 22, 2013, 03:48:04 pm
Well, I've painted a pony to look like my custom OC, and am now waiting for her hair to arrive! :)

I also bought 20 ponies off eBay for dirt cheap--and today, when they arrived, I learned that the seller smokes.  They REEK of cigarettes.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on April 22, 2013, 05:15:59 pm
Well, I've painted a pony to look like my custom OC, and am now waiting for her hair to arrive! :)

I also bought 20 ponies off eBay for dirt cheap--and today, when they arrived, I learned that the seller smokes.  They REEK of cigarettes.

That's kinda rude not putting that in the description, I know a lot of the people I've bought stuff from on there put whether or not it's coming from a smoking/smoke free household.
 
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on April 22, 2013, 10:18:46 pm
Drawin' my wife.

(http://fc03.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/112/4/a/sketchoneiric_drawing_web_by_johnraptor-d62omki.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 23, 2013, 02:38:39 am
Putting the sketchbook to good use I see! Very nice!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on April 24, 2013, 01:23:50 am
(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/61uxUzy-hKL.jpg)
Full of win (http://www.amazon.com/My-Little-Pony-Friendship-Guidebook/dp/0316247545/ref=pd_sim_b_1)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on April 28, 2013, 06:20:59 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VkWYsqBkGLg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TsrEivDj4Rs
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z-Ukek7jjVE
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on April 28, 2013, 08:50:23 pm
And I thought 2 Best Sisters was silly. :3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 28, 2013, 09:54:05 pm
2 Best Sisters is better, in my opinion.  Game Grumps is just annoying.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 04, 2013, 02:43:29 pm
So it looks like those Equestria Girls character designs aren't going to get any better (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/05/equestria-girls-ad.html)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on May 04, 2013, 06:52:43 pm
So it looks like those Equestria Girls character designs aren't going to get any better (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/05/equestria-girls-ad.html)

...I can't do it guys.  I can't give it a chance. x_X
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on May 04, 2013, 06:54:35 pm
I'm giving it one episode, due to Daniel Ingram doing the music as he does for pony.  That's it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on May 04, 2013, 07:01:27 pm
Seriously though.

I'm the "Give it a chance before you judge" guy.  I'm the one who jumps around telling people to stop predicting something's going to be terrible, complete with mockery if they try to state it as fact.

And I just can't give this one a chance.  Not of my own volition.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on May 04, 2013, 07:20:18 pm
Honestly, in my mind, I've given them a chance and they've already blown it. The art has gotten worse every time they change it. That image makes me pine for the original concept art... which was horrible. But it was head and shoulders above this garbage.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 04, 2013, 08:39:08 pm
I'm going to watch it then read the /mlp/ reactions. At least get a laugh out of it. But seriously, jesus those eyes and lips, horrifying.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on May 04, 2013, 09:45:50 pm
I'm going to watch it then read the /mlp/ reactions. At least get a laugh out of it. But seriously, jesus those eyes and lips, horrifying.

Seriously that's some uncanny valley shit right there.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 05, 2013, 06:11:14 am
I'm seriously hoping the animation looks better in motion, right now it looks like My Little Pony: Invasion of the Body Snatchers.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on May 06, 2013, 02:39:50 am
I'm still planning to watch Equestrian Girls, if for no other reason than curiosity.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on May 06, 2013, 01:19:21 pm
I'll probably watch at least the first episode, just to check it out.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 06, 2013, 05:56:37 pm
Japanese dub of Boast Busters streaming soon:

http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/05/japan-time-boast-busters-and.html#more
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on May 07, 2013, 02:45:35 am
So this exists:

http://theanticorn65group.deviantart.com/

I was made aware of this thanks to a friend who was annoyed with me when they posted it.  All I can really do is facepalm.

Clarification:  I believe this friend is annoyed at this group's existence, as am I.  He was feeling annoyed with the group, and sharing it with me.  Facebook can't really specify that well.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 07, 2013, 03:38:22 am
>"Following the advice of my mother, I am restarting my purge of ponies which I did long before this group"

lulz
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on May 08, 2013, 10:37:53 am
In response to the Fandumb thread and that anticorn group, and about how the idea that "marrying into royalty is always better"...

That mindset is part of the entire reason why princesses are treated as sexist joke of pretty much everything.  "Princess is just a purty title to be purty and make you speshul!"

But hell, in MLP, being a princess is actually a fucking duty.  Princesses kick ass, princesses are more or less queens in all but name (to an extent).  It's a title you have to actually earn, which Twilight Sparkle did.

...And here's the part where I realize I'm nerding out about MLP.

Regardless, the fact that people are STILL upset about the alicorn thing peeves me.  The fandom is so young and yet it's already got a whole bunch of "CHANGES ARE BAD BAAAAAAAAAAWWWWW" nerds.

Have these people always been around since the beginning of the first fandom?  Because it feels like there's a lot more people resistant to change in their favorite media now than there was before.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 08, 2013, 03:14:36 pm
Well, the internet allows like-minded individuals to congregate so maybe this sort of thing has been around for a while now.

Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on May 08, 2013, 03:24:25 pm
So am I the only person annoyed by the portrayal of Fluttershy as shy in fan work?  I realize she used to be shy, but she's undergone significant character growth coming out of her shell.  I can't help but feel that fanwork that still treats her like she's still really shy is just ignoring all that character growth she's undergone in two seasons.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 08, 2013, 03:38:17 pm
Well the show wasn't that consistent in her portrayal anyway, they had one episode where she dealt with her shyness, and then another in the same season.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on May 08, 2013, 04:29:19 pm
Well the show wasn't that consistent in her portrayal anyway, they had one episode where she dealt with her shyness, and then another in the same season.

Would you care to be more specific?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 08, 2013, 04:35:00 pm
Well the show wasn't that consistent in her portrayal anyway, they had one episode where she dealt with her shyness, and then another in the same season.

Would you care to be more specific?

Yeah, sorry. in Putting your Hoof down, Fluttershy overcame her shyness by becoming overly assertive and being a dick to everyone, at the end of the episode she was supposed to have learned that she can be assertive without being overtly agressive. then in Hurricane Fluttershy, she goes right back to being really shy.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on May 08, 2013, 05:04:10 pm
Well the show wasn't that consistent in her portrayal anyway, they had one episode where she dealt with her shyness, and then another in the same season.

Would you care to be more specific?

Yeah, sorry. in Putting your Hoof down, Fluttershy overcame her shyness by becoming overly assertive and being a dick to everyone, at the end of the episode she was supposed to have learned that she can be assertive without being overtly agressive. then in Hurricane Fluttershy, she goes right back to being really shy.

I think Fluttershy's shyness in Hurricane Fluttershy was more of a "I can't do it." kind of shyness, and not quite the same "If that's okay with you." shyness I constantly see in fan portrayals.  Also, she's been a lot more confident in herself after getting over her self-doubt in flying.

I think that the episodes dealt with a different kind of shyness, and especially a shyness unlike her shyness in season 1.  Each time she's dealt with things holding her back though, she's come out stronger.

Regardless, her shyness sure isn't the "shyness taken to 11" that a lot of fan memes portray.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on May 08, 2013, 07:47:57 pm
I agree, in "Hurricane Fluttershy" she was more "I can't do that" rather than a Shrinking Violet.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on May 08, 2013, 11:03:17 pm
So it looks like those Equestria Girls character designs aren't going to get any better (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/05/equestria-girls-ad.html)

Ew.

It's not like they're trying to hide that they're making "Monster High with Furries"

Ugh, why couldn't they have just bastardized IDK Dungeons & Dragons instead? At least that would be an interesting twist to fashion doll lines, and be an appropriated theme. "High Fantasy" is a pretty good counterpart to "Classic Horror". "Anthro Ponies" is not.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on May 08, 2013, 11:42:08 pm
Speaking of D&D, I was just thinking today it'd be fun to draw the Mane 6 as a D&D party. Their classes would be:

Twilight: Wizard (duh)
Apple Jack: Fighter
Rainbow Dash: Ranger
Fluttershy: Druid
Rarity: Artificer
Pinkie: Bard

Only problem is they wouldn't have a healer. Spike as a cleric, maybe?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on May 08, 2013, 11:58:46 pm
Speaking of D&D, I was just thinking today it'd be fun to draw the Mane 6 as a D&D party. Their classes would be:

Twilight: Wizard (duh)
Apple Jack: Fighter
Rainbow Dash: Ranger
Fluttershy: Druid
Rarity: Artificer
Pinkie: Bard

Only problem is they wouldn't have a healer. Spike as a cleric, maybe?

Although Celestia would likely be a deity in a D&D proxy, I would like to imagine her as a paladin.  It'd actually work pretty well, if you think about it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on May 09, 2013, 12:01:18 am
Someone did that.

http://friendshipisdragons.thecomicseries.com/

I haven't really read it, but Rarity is a rogue, (although I could personally see her as a cleric). AJ is a Ranger, which makes sense. RD is a barbarian and Spike is Twilight's familiar.

I think Spike would be a good cleric, considering he's usually helpful.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on May 09, 2013, 12:01:36 am
Speaking of D&D, I was just thinking today it'd be fun to draw the Mane 6 as a D&D party. Their classes would be:

Twilight: Wizard (duh)
Apple Jack: Fighter
Rainbow Dash: Ranger
Fluttershy: Druid
Rarity: Artificer
Pinkie: Bard

Only problem is they wouldn't have a healer. Spike as a cleric, maybe?

Both Druids and Bards have access to healing magic, even if neither class is really set up as a dedicated healer.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on May 09, 2013, 12:23:53 am
Someone did that.

http://friendshipisdragons.thecomicseries.com/

I haven't really read it, but Rarity is a rogue, (although I could personally see her as a cleric). AJ is a Ranger, which makes sense. RD is a barbarian and Spike is Twilight's familiar.

I think Spike would be a good cleric, considering he's usually helpful.
Aw, dang. Oh well.

ETA
Although Celestia would likely be a deity in a D&D proxy, I would like to imagine her as a paladin.  It'd actually work pretty well, if you think about it.
I was thinking Shining Armor would be a perfect paladin.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on May 09, 2013, 12:32:17 am
I believe it's done by the same folks that are behind Darths & Droids.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on May 09, 2013, 03:09:47 am
I believe it's done by the same folks that are behind Darths & Droids.

That it is.  And they quote Dead Alewives.  Which still makes me geek out to this day.

The creepy thing? 'Show as D&D campaign' somehow WORKS... and makes me wonder what else could be adapted.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on May 11, 2013, 03:02:42 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6VaoqsR_8Nw
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on May 12, 2013, 08:09:18 pm
Some more art:

(http://fc03.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/132/5/d/twilightportrait_web_by_johnraptor-d652r0z.jpg)

(http://fc02.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/132/d/3/sketchoneiric_painting_web_by_johnraptor-d652rvk.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on May 12, 2013, 09:27:54 pm
Somepony's been busy! Looks GOOD!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on May 12, 2013, 09:56:16 pm
Because I need to inflict this on everypony:

http://www.nytimes.com/video/2013/05/12/business/media/100000002220706/equestria-girls-trailer.html


Enjoy.  Suffer well.


... actually, I might still go see this.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on May 12, 2013, 10:04:53 pm
Because I need to inflict this on everypony:

http://www.nytimes.com/video/2013/05/12/business/media/100000002220706/equestria-girls-trailer.html


Enjoy.  Suffer well.


... actually, I might still go see this.

I don't have a theater close enough, but I guess the Hub will have it around the fall, so there's that.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on May 12, 2013, 11:58:31 pm
Okay, you know what I said earlier?  About how I refuse to see this?

I take that back.  I actually want to see this now.  A lot.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yaezakura on May 13, 2013, 01:11:53 am
Okay, the promo art honestly didn't do it justice. It looks a lot better than I feared.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 13, 2013, 01:43:34 am
One good thing, the character design is slightly better.

Spike as a dog still annoys me.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on May 13, 2013, 12:12:55 pm
I just noticed something.

(http://media.tumblr.com/e7a5882db3f4b19dba5e3ce448b3b045/tumblr_inline_mmpx8cCfRs1qfe2v4.png)

(http://i.imgur.com/MirtXlS.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on May 13, 2013, 02:21:12 pm
One good thing, the character design is slightly better.

Spike as a dog still annoys me.

At least it's not the same Spike, though.

Hell, Twili is the only one that's actually the same as her pony self.

(And to be fair, I know some people who form deeper connections with their pets than they do with other humans.)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on May 13, 2013, 02:44:07 pm
So I can't be the only one wondering why the hell Celestia is sending Twilight through a dimensional mirror, right?

I guess that question will be answered when the movie comes out.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on May 13, 2013, 02:49:32 pm
One good thing, the character design is slightly better.

Spike as a dog still annoys me.

At least it's not the same Spike, though.

Hell, Twili is the only one that's actually the same as her pony self.

(And to be fair, I know some people who form deeper connections with their pets than they do with other humans.)

So if everypony has a counterpart in the multicolored human world... does that mean Twilight has a counterpart?

I just noticed something.

Quote
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[/spoiler]

Solar Flare looks like a copycat (no pun intended) of Toralei Stripe.

(http://images.wikia.com/monsterhigh/images/d/d2/Meow.PNG)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 13, 2013, 04:27:24 pm
One good thing, the character design is slightly better.

Spike as a dog still annoys me.

At least it's not the same Spike, though.

Hell, Twili is the only one that's actually the same as her pony self.

(And to be fair, I know some people who form deeper connections with their pets than they do with other humans.)

Spike went through the portal as well, I'm guessing it would be the same Spike.

So I can't be the only one wondering why the hell Celestia is sending Twilight through a dimensional mirror, right?

I guess that question will be answered when the movie comes out.

"To truly become a princess, first you must survive....HIGH SCHOOL"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on May 13, 2013, 05:57:57 pm
Spike went through the portal as well, I'm guessing it would be the same Spike.

Really?  I didn't see it.  In fact I remembered only Twilight going through the portal.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on May 13, 2013, 06:07:29 pm
From what I've read, she goes through the portal to retrieve a stolen crown.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 13, 2013, 06:11:02 pm
Spike went through the portal as well, I'm guessing it would be the same Spike.

Really?  I didn't see it.  In fact I remembered only Twilight going through the portal.

Yeah you can see Spike in that portal vortex thing in the corner for like a second, but he's there.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on May 14, 2013, 03:54:18 pm
Solar Flare looks like a copycat (no pun intended) of Toralei Stripe.

I realize that her name is actually "Sunset Shimmer". Fuck you Hasbro, that was the name of one of my OCs.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on May 15, 2013, 09:11:56 pm
So Shopko was desperate to get rid of their blind bags.  They dripped the clearance price from $1.00 to $0.40.  They were originally selling them for $4.00 a pop, so that's a 90% price reduction.

Poeticmind0189 and I couldn't resist, so we cleaned out the remaining 12 blind bags for about $5.00. :)  That's six each.  Poeticmind now has all three princesses, and I got Trixie and Twilight out of the deal. :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 18, 2013, 06:35:22 pm
Too funny not to post (http://mynationalistpony.tumblr.com/post/38570654681/wow)

This is probably the weirdest thing to come out of the fandom.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on May 18, 2013, 06:48:55 pm
Too funny not to post (http://mynationalistpony.tumblr.com/post/38570654681/wow)

This is probably the weirdest thing to come out of the fandom.

Sad thing is, there's been weirder.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on May 18, 2013, 08:08:52 pm
Equestria has four seasons, therefor, white people! (http://mynationalistpony.tumblr.com/post/27357787258/my-nationalist-pony-in-full-apple-strudel-is)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on May 18, 2013, 11:19:25 pm
"Gay fruit bats."

What the fuck is this I don't even.  This blog needs a "not safe for brain" tag.

Edit:  This blog got mainpaged (http://www.fstdt.net/QuoteComment.aspx?QID=87270) once.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on May 18, 2013, 11:41:48 pm
I think my brain just broke...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on May 18, 2013, 11:58:28 pm
This hurts in a beautiful, beautiful way.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: kefkaownsall on May 20, 2013, 10:10:21 am
Cracked is trolling http://www.cracked.com/quick-fixes/why-my-little-pony-about-to-get-even-creepier/
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 20, 2013, 12:47:31 pm
I actually am kinda dreading the theatrical release date, because inevitably there will be at least one story of some weird shit going down in a cinema.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on May 20, 2013, 10:39:09 pm
So many feeeeeels!

(Spoilered for huge)
(click to show/hide)

I kinda want this to be true.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on May 20, 2013, 11:01:38 pm
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Distind on May 21, 2013, 09:26:40 am
I actually am kinda dreading the theatrical release date, because inevitably there will be at least one story of some weird shit going down in a cinema.
Oh look an excuse to post this, anyway, some guy who decided to have fun with the drama surrounding the movie over on the cracked article:
Quote
If I had any intention of seeing this in theaters, I would minimize the discomfort of my fellow moviegoers by brilliantly disguising myself in authentic little girl garb. I'm thinking a sundress; curly blonde wig; maybe I'd drag a doll around to complete the effect. This would be complemented by a three-day growth of stubble, and a smoldering stogie.

"Yeah, gimme one for the pony movie, or whatever," I'd say to the ticket clerk in a smoke-rasped Brooklyn accent, "'cause, y'know, I love rainbows and shit."

"Hey! Who Framed Roger Rabbit already did that gag, sort of!" someone would cry out.

And I would flee, utterly defeated.

If anything weirder than that actually happens it'll probably qualify as a crime against humanity.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 21, 2013, 04:37:17 pm
I actually am kinda dreading the theatrical release date, because inevitably there will be at least one story of some weird shit going down in a cinema.
Oh look an excuse to post this, anyway, some guy who decided to have fun with the drama surrounding the movie over on the cracked article:
Quote
If I had any intention of seeing this in theaters, I would minimize the discomfort of my fellow moviegoers by brilliantly disguising myself in authentic little girl garb. I'm thinking a sundress; curly blonde wig; maybe I'd drag a doll around to complete the effect. This would be complemented by a three-day growth of stubble, and a smoldering stogie.

"Yeah, gimme one for the pony movie, or whatever," I'd say to the ticket clerk in a smoke-rasped Brooklyn accent, "'cause, y'know, I love rainbows and shit."

"Hey! Who Framed Roger Rabbit already did that gag, sort of!" someone would cry out.

And I would flee, utterly defeated.

If anything weirder than that actually happens it'll probably qualify as a crime against humanity.

Brb, buying little girl garb.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on May 21, 2013, 04:47:48 pm
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on May 21, 2013, 06:48:51 pm
Ok, new theory: 

(click to show/hide)

What? Don't look at me like that. It's totally plausible.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 21, 2013, 06:55:00 pm
I've got a theory
(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on May 22, 2013, 01:17:38 am
Silly, only Pinkie Pie goes on killing sprees.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on May 22, 2013, 02:02:56 am
Yeah, killing frowns!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on May 22, 2013, 02:05:21 am
By the way, I admit that I laughed at the "hunggggg....gggry" bit.  Oh lordy.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 22, 2013, 06:41:07 pm
A public service announcement. if you haven't followed Tabitha St. Germain yet on twitter, do so. it's the only reason I have an account there.

Also, new EQ pic apparently (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/05/equestria-girls-to-primiere-in-la.html#idc-container), so I guess at some point they get their wings back?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on May 22, 2013, 06:44:54 pm
Still looks better than the freaking promo art.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on May 22, 2013, 06:50:32 pm
Equestria has four seasons, therefor, white people! (http://mynationalistpony.tumblr.com/post/27357787258/my-nationalist-pony-in-full-apple-strudel-is)

Because the summer solstice only happens in Europe, instead of being something that happens pretty much everywhere except the equator.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 22, 2013, 07:30:40 pm
Still looks better than the freaking promo art.

Oh yeah, totes. I guess the MacGuffin of the film can turn people into pony anthros.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on May 22, 2013, 09:20:25 pm
I think those are costumes actually. We see the headband in the trailer.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on May 23, 2013, 07:51:54 pm
Fucking overzealous feminists prejudging along with the rest of the fanbase...

http://feminspire.com/equestria-girls-how-did-my-little-pony-go-so-so-wrong/

I'm not quite sure what it is, but this article rubs me the wrong way.  It almost has a "picking a fight" tone to me, and some of the assumptions it's making are...irritatingly sexist in their own right.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on May 23, 2013, 10:11:30 pm
So apparently I'm not the only one who wonders whether Twilight would be confused by human ideas of body modesty.

Spoilered for bigness.
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on May 23, 2013, 11:58:54 pm
Frankly, *I'M* confused by human views of modesty.  I just know I'm bucking ugly.  That doesn't mean that I wouldn't go about wearing nothing if I had the chance.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Feral Dog on May 24, 2013, 12:48:18 am
Fucking overzealous feminists prejudging along with the rest of the fanbase...

http://feminspire.com/equestria-girls-how-did-my-little-pony-go-so-so-wrong/

I'm not quite sure what it is, but this article rubs me the wrong way.  It almost has a "picking a fight" tone to me, and some of the assumptions it's making are...irritatingly sexist in their own right.

She's analyzing something that hasn't been released yet based on a few images. That never goes well.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 24, 2013, 04:44:16 am
Quote
I've heard that early screenings of the movie have shown that 28% of all babies exposed to Equestria Girls spontaneously die.

Okay, that's pretty fucking funny.

EDIT: R-Rated pony blu-ray? wat (http://www.amazon.com/My-Little-Pony-Fall-Blu-ray/dp/B00CPTUNBK/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on May 24, 2013, 12:53:42 pm

EDIT: R-Rated pony blu-ray? wat (http://www.amazon.com/My-Little-Pony-Fall-Blu-ray/dp/B00CPTUNBK/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top)

I'm calling it to be a joke fan movie. I've seen these joke MLP ebooks that are basically badly written smutty fanfic.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 24, 2013, 08:47:15 pm
Quote
“Learn all about the magical parallel universe with high schools instead of castles, where six pony friends become real girls with a love for fun and fashion.”

I seriously hope this isn't an actual quote from a Hasbro press release.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on May 25, 2013, 03:22:53 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hieeq0KxUFw

If they make this, it will be a hundred thousand times better than EG.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 25, 2013, 04:05:35 pm
"VHS and Blu-Ray"

Best laugh I've had all day.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on May 25, 2013, 09:03:47 pm
Lyra likes my sketch.

(http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2013/145/9/4/sketchoneiric_lyra_web_by_johnraptor-d66kt7m.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on May 25, 2013, 09:48:06 pm
I can just see the "How did you get in here?" "Your front door was unlocked!"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 27, 2013, 03:14:46 pm
The first genuinely good thing to come out of /mlp/, it's Normal Norman.
(http://i.imgur.com/YXdatg5.png)
They've already given him a backstory, fanfics and everything. Not exactly Derpy but this is a background pony(human) that may be annoying pre-readers for times to come.

Quote

>being Norman
>Parents got a new Job in another town so we have to moon
>I got transfered to the local school
>first day in new school
>What is wrong with these people and their colored skin?
>they hear me
>"OMG SO RACIST"
>"Yeah, check your privilege, white scum."
>People start calling me a skin head.
>It's going to be a long year

EDIT: Also, Lauren Faust just answered a bunch of questions on /mlp/, shit got hectic pretty fast. pretty sure EqD posted a summary.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on May 30, 2013, 12:38:05 am
Just found out Pinkie Pie's bouncing is an actual animal gait called "pronking."

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iIigVlcxwps
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 30, 2013, 03:27:23 am
Looks like a pretty effective means of transportation, look how fast the bloody thing is moving.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on May 30, 2013, 05:35:13 am
Just found out Pinkie Pie's bouncing is an actual animal gait called "pronking."

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iIigVlcxwps

I don't remember where I learned that (probably My Little Brony or something), but I've actually known that for a little while.

Did you know that horses also actually roll in the grass?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9LFlyeK-0s
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on May 30, 2013, 11:12:28 am
Someone uploaded a video of some pony based Nostalgia Critic fan art
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-y1lDhRWX0c

He posted it to his fb page, and the haters are all flipping their shit over it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on May 30, 2013, 02:49:20 pm
So I was watching the Scripps National Spelling Bee, and the judge used brony when using a word in a sentence.  I had to go look it up because I forgot, but the word was parvanimity (http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/parvanimity).  I think it was something like this:


"Jack accused his sister of parvanimity. She accused him of being a brony. Indeed, he takes his Fluttershy plushie wherever he goes."

I don't think it was exactly that, but something like that.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on May 31, 2013, 03:17:50 am
So I was watching the Scripps National Spelling Bee, and the judge used brony when using a word in a sentence.  I had to go look it up because I forgot, but the word was parvanimity (http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/parvanimity).  I think it was something like this:


"Jack accused his sister of parvanimity. She accused him of being a brony. Indeed, he takes his Fluttershy plushie wherever he goes."

I don't think it was exactly that, but something like that.

And that has made my entire fucking week~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on June 03, 2013, 04:15:19 pm
These are getting more ridiculous every video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9LCLktP_g4
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 03, 2013, 06:59:21 pm
and yet, still stupendously adorbs.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on June 03, 2013, 08:18:26 pm
Never before has absolute fucking creepy been so adorable.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on June 04, 2013, 01:08:57 am
"I derped into the heart of the Tardis, and it derped into me."

(http://fc08.deviantart.net/fs71/i/2013/154/7/c/i_derped_into_the_heart_of_the_tardis_by_johnraptor-d67quql.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on June 04, 2013, 07:36:12 am
Okay, I'm certainly no master wordsmith, but this fanfic is FUCKING AWFUL (http://www.fimfiction.net/story/21513/whats-love-got-to-do-with-it)

Easy Mode: Read the opening chapter
Normal Difficulty: Read the first five
Hard mode: Read 15
Nightmare mode: Read 50
Dark Souls Mode: Read it all.

EDIT: Also, the developers of Dark Souls 2 had a competition of facebook for shield designs, they have selected the finalists which will be sent to the developers where they will select a few to appear in the game. One design might look familiar:
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The first one on the fifth row is Discord and the Luna logo. I believe it was designed by an anon on /mlp/
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on June 04, 2013, 03:57:26 pm
Wait... is that...

A tasteful MLP-related design that actually fits in with the rest of the shields!?

Whoa...

I think I have to sit down.

...Wait I'm already sitting.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on June 06, 2013, 04:56:06 pm
Teaser shots for Equestria Girls released (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/06/equestria-girls-teaser-shots-released.html)

(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 06, 2013, 06:01:04 pm
Teaser shots for Equestria Girls released (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/06/equestria-girls-teaser-shots-released.html)

(click to show/hide)

*incomprehensible Elizabethan swearing fit to make Luna proud*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on June 07, 2013, 10:24:26 am
Hey hey, guess what? more leaked shots! (http://imgur.com/a/GVkYv#WSDLSMh)

(click to show/hide)

EDIT: ITS HAPPENING (2 minute trailer) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QNuFqaWFfCk#!)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on June 07, 2013, 03:21:40 pm
So that new trailer?

Fantastic.  Doggy!Spike can talk.  The movie's still going to maintain the humor of the show and there's a good reason for Twilight to be heading to HumanWorld after all.

I wonder what the comments say...

....

....

....

....

....

Wow.  They have the gall to call anyone who enjoys this "[part of the] brainless brony horde"?

So much vitriol.  So much accusations of "blatant marketing ploys".  Have they forgotten that MLP, even the recent gen, is a "blatant marketing ploy" anyways?

Hell, most of the cartoons of the 90s, the cartoons that everyone loves, WERE BLATANT MARKETING PLOYS!  And they were GOOD MARKETING PLOYS!

Holy fucking shit I hate these kinds of bronies.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on June 07, 2013, 04:35:40 pm
Just saw it on MyLittleBrony and came here to see if it had been posted.

I'm not going to be rushing to the theater to see it, but it doesn't look half bad. I like the pony-out-of-water humor (like Twi walking on all fours).
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 07, 2013, 05:12:29 pm
Oddly, the more I see, the less I hate it.

miiiiight be a rental, at least.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on June 07, 2013, 06:59:02 pm
I had a multitude of reactions watching that trailer.

"FUCKING YES SPIKE TALKS"
"Haha, Twilight walking on all fours is pretty funny"
"Wow, this music is kinda bad"
"Rainbow Dash playing football in a skirt still annoys me"
"Seriously, Twilight? being prom queen is the ONLY way to get the crown?"
"Is this gonna turn into My Little Pony: High School Musical?"
"Spike is clearly going to be the best thing about this"

All in all, wasn't as bad as expecting. Gonna be interesting to see the reviews and comments come launch day.

Seriously though, Rainbow Dash playing football in a skirt? huh
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on June 07, 2013, 07:03:02 pm
So that new trailer?

Fantastic.  Doggy!Spike can talk.  The movie's still going to maintain the humor of the show and there's a good reason for Twilight to be heading to HumanWorld after all.

I wonder what the comments say...

....

....

....

....

....

Wow.  They have the gall to call anyone who enjoys this "[part of the] brainless brony horde"?

So much vitriol.  So much accusations of "blatant marketing ploys".  Have they forgotten that MLP, even the recent gen, is a "blatant marketing ploy" anyways?

Hell, most of the cartoons of the 90s, the cartoons that everyone loves, WERE BLATANT MARKETING PLOYS!  And they were GOOD MARKETING PLOYS!

Holy fucking shit I hate these kinds of bronies.

http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/StopHavingFunGuys
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on June 08, 2013, 10:40:56 am
This whole EqG think has made the Equestria Daily comments section un-fucking-readable. I normally don't look at them but I had a glance recently, it's like Youtube comments.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 08, 2013, 05:09:45 pm
This whole EqG think has made the Equestria Daily comments section un-fucking-readable. I normally don't look at them but I had a glance recently, it's like Youtube comments.

We're *trying* to keep things cleaned up, but there's only so many of us...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: syaoranvee on June 09, 2013, 02:08:24 am
One of the MMO sites I frequent made a notice on a  mlp mmo  (http://forum.legendsofequestria.com/index.php?topic=7366) going open alpha for a few days in July.

I'll see myself out.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on June 10, 2013, 02:49:26 am
Any gameplay footage of that MMO?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: syaoranvee on June 10, 2013, 06:34:32 am
Any gameplay footage of that MMO?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OwKGSuS_rCY
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on June 12, 2013, 09:44:15 am
would be funny if they implemented raids and stuff in that game, a group of player controlled ponies taking down a manticore or something.

Also, friendly remider. Equestria Girls releases this sunday. Prepare yourselves :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on June 12, 2013, 12:55:29 pm
would be funny if they implemented raids and stuff in that game, a group of player controlled ponies taking down a manticore or something.

Also, friendly remider. Equestria Girls releases this sunday. Prepare yourselves :P

Not in any theaters near me it doesn't.  Having said that, there's gonna be even more spoilerrific stuff out there, I'm sure.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on June 13, 2013, 10:09:15 am
Spoilerrific stuff? somebody is probably going to transcribe the film word for word. Probably a camcorder video of the whole thing.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 14, 2013, 12:23:23 am
We're predicting a torrent of it inside of three days or less.  I have five bucks riding on it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on June 14, 2013, 02:07:21 am
That'll be the easiest five bucks you'll ever make.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 14, 2013, 03:11:44 pm
Damn! Maybe I should have made it fifty...
Title: Fundie Fanfic Theater:The Prayer Ponies
Post by: MadmanJohnson on June 15, 2013, 05:11:20 am
Behold, my friends. This is a fanfic written by the sister of the f*cker who wrote the Prayer Warriors fics. Non-safe for humanity and ponies.
[/glow Welcome To hell.]
Read at your own risk and comment if you dare:
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8983540/1/The-Prayer-Ponies-Charity-s-Adventure
Title: Re: Fundie Fanfic Theater:The Prayer Ponies
Post by: Art Vandelay on June 15, 2013, 05:38:04 am
Again, use the bloody pony thread. It's in this very subforum.
Title: Re: Fundie Fanfic Theater:The Prayer Ponies
Post by: MadmanJohnson on June 15, 2013, 05:43:40 am
This abomination doesn't even get the show right so I put it here.
Title: Re: Fundie Fanfic Theater:The Prayer Ponies
Post by: Art Vandelay on June 15, 2013, 05:50:59 am
It doesn't matter. If it's My Little Pony related, it goes in the pony thread.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Søren on June 15, 2013, 06:10:23 am
Topic moved to ponytopia.

All pony topics go here.

ALL. OF. THEM.

<warning removed>

After actually reviewing te rules, no rule regaring pony threads has been made. I was acting rashly, my apologies
Title: Re: Fundie Fanfic Theater:The Prayer Ponies
Post by: Dakota Bob on June 15, 2013, 08:26:56 am
Behold, my friends. This is a fanfic written by the sister of the f*cker who wrote the Prayer Warriors fics. Non-safe for humanity and ponies.
[/glow Welcome To hell.]
Read at your own risk and comment if you dare:
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8983540/1/The-Prayer-Ponies-Charity-s-Adventure

Yeah, try to keep pony things in pony thread, otherwise we'll have another shitstorm on our hands.

Secondly, "I do not own My Little Pony or the Bible – God does"? I don't see God in the ending credits for the show, lady.

"Good Christian Pony"? Sounds like Celestia has a heretical religion she needs to put down.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 15, 2013, 11:53:04 am
As the Equestria Daily representative here, Madman, I'm going to make it a formal request.  Think of me as Knighty or Sethisto here on this forum.  This is the pony thread.  Keep it in here, friend.  We've had a couple dust-ups already that would make Celestia and Nightmare Moon's war look like nothing, and we'd like to avoid another, if you would.

That being said? I know of worse fics.  I'm EqD, we've gotten 'And Then Applebloom Was A Princess'.  Seven hundred words of crap that would make even Discord look twice and make it explode for being too terrible.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on June 15, 2013, 12:40:11 pm
Well, now you gotta post that fic, don't leave us in suspense!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 15, 2013, 02:01:42 pm
... to be honest, I don't think it exists anymore.  I think it was once pulled.  We have stuff that's just as bad, though.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on June 15, 2013, 04:11:13 pm
I'm not sure how "good Christian pony" even begins to make sense.  It's the same thing as saying "good Christian rogue" for D&D.  Seriously, Christianity doesn't exist in these fantasy worlds.  I don't get why the hell they have to shoehorn this stuff in.

Then again, it's fanfiction.  I've seen equally ridiculous premises in quite a few pony fanfictions I've read.  Still anticipating a religious wankfest as I try to read this.

Edit:  Jesus.  It doesn't even go one paragraph before setting off Mary Sue bells.

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She was a good pony and had never done anything that was illegal or sinful.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 15, 2013, 05:07:03 pm
okay, does anypony REALLY want to see some of the worse shit we've gotten?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on June 15, 2013, 05:37:08 pm
okay, does anypony REALLY want to see some of the worse shit we've gotten?

Oh, yes please.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 15, 2013, 06:44:16 pm
Well, there's this:  http://zacharyp99.deviantart.com/art/The-Invasion-252494362

And this:  http://www.fimfiction.net/story/34554/Momma-Fluttershy

And this:  http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7309764/1/Mangled



... want more? This is shit we all got submitted to us at one point, mind you.  To EqD.  To supposedly a 'family friendly' site.

Then there's the 'filly Pinkie raped by her father' fic that actually got the author raging at us because it's 'good writing'.  They literally bitched at us for having standards.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Søren on June 15, 2013, 08:08:00 pm
Topic moved to ponytopia.

All pony topics go here.

ALL. OF. THEM.

<warning removed>

After actually reviewing te rules, no rule regaring pony threads has been made. I was acting rashly, my apologies
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on June 15, 2013, 08:09:35 pm
You know, I hate these people who deliberatly try to make shit really disturbing, because it's never natural, it's just "EVERYONE GETS RAPED, THE END" Take Alien for example: One of the greatest horror flicks, the xenomorph was on screen for a total of about several minutes? You give the audience a little, and the mind fills in the blanks.

Or the original Saw. it was two men, locked in one room. Every other film in the series were obviously trying to shock by getting more and more ridiculous, which meant they immediatly failed to be scary.

I'm not exactly the best person to be going on about this, all my writing attempts (pony or not) are pretty abortive, I can never seem to get my ideas down on paper properly, but this strikes me as the most obvious critisicm of this shit.

I just really hate this "2edgy4me" shit.

Thanks for those links, had a good rage. feel free to post more, sometimes I just need to feel angry at small things.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: MadmanJohnson on June 15, 2013, 08:56:06 pm
Oh, Prayer Ponies isn't the worst I have to offer. This one is written by a guy who sounds like a Care Bears Villain.Gentlemen, behold and be afraid.Say hello to My Little Unicorn:Magic Is Believing
http://www.fimfiction.net/story/9894/my-little-unicorn-magic-is-believing
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on June 16, 2013, 12:32:36 am
I'm still not quite done with the cringe inducing one you posted earlier, MadamJohnson.  Seriously, this thing is terribad.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Zygarde on June 16, 2013, 12:33:33 am
I'm afraid to read it out of fear that it might break me.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on June 16, 2013, 01:18:57 am
BTW, other people here probably already know this because they're better connected than me, but... I watched a recent Q&A session with John DeLancie yesterday where he said that he'd just done a recording session for MLP, so we'll be seeing some Discord in Season 4.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on June 16, 2013, 01:38:29 am
I'm afraid to read it out of fear that it might break me.

Oh it's really special.  I could make a compilation of special quotes.  Here's one from chapter 6.

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She walked up to the old man and laughed at him. "Now you can tell me 'told you so' since I have climbed that mountain. I have done something that no one thought I could. I am going to post the photo of me on the summit onto my blog. My readers are going to be very excited about that!" Fluttershy said, before leaving the old man before he could reply.

By the way, the author repeatedly ignored that Fluttershy has wings, including having her (and I shit you not) TAKE A PONY AIRLINE to get to the mountain, which has a ingenious name of "K2."

Oh yeah, I just remembered a special one from chapter 4.

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"The main rules to the board game they were playing was this: firstly, everyone chooses one of Jesus' followers who then, secondly, take turns travelling around the Roman Empire converting people to Christianity. At first you can only convert Jews, but as your convert rating goes up, you can convert other people such as gentiles and pagans. Each turn, the person rolls two dices, which shows how many spaces they can move. Whenever they land onto a town, which has a small population, or a city, which has a bigger population, the player roles two dices, and if they roll a number more than the number written on the city, they convert the entire city. Each person converted is one point towards the convert rating. If they fail to convert a city or town the player can remain on the town for the next turn, but they have to roll another dice, which if they roll a six, the town will kill the player – forcing them to create a new follower, with its convert rating renewed back to zero, starting at Jerusalem. If they do get kill, they get to roll another dice, and if they roll an even number, God destroys that town or city. If the town or city is not destroyed, and a player lands on that city or town, they also have to roll a dice, and if it rolls an odd number, they die also, but they also get to roll the dice to decide if the city or town gets destroyed. The game continues until every town or city is converted or destroyed. I hope you like this game – I just came up with it right now."

There are no words.  There are no fucking words.

Also, I just finished chapter 8.  I'm pretty fucking sure that the author felt the need to run the thing through a thesaurus.  Maybe they thought it made them sound smarter.  All I thought is "This just makes this story MORE ridiculous, and I didn't think that was possible!"  I'm not kidding, either.  Among several really awkward phrases/words was "ring the constabulatory."  Of course, the author means "call the police."  Now, ignoring for the fact that Equestria having phones is completely out of left field (but that's not surprising, considered the caliber of the writing), I must ask a single question: WHY THE FUCK WOULD YOU NEED TO SAY THAT IN SUCH AN UNUSUAL WAY?!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 16, 2013, 04:30:47 am
@ Hof:  No harm, no foul.  We're all friends here.


@ B:  Ah, so Lavender Unicorn Syndrome a-plenty, eh? Are we talking "so purple we can taste Twilight's fuzzy plot" kinda bad?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on June 16, 2013, 04:38:56 am
Oh, Prayer Ponies isn't the worst I have to offer. This one is written by a guy who sounds like a Care Bears Villain.Gentlemen, behold and be afraid.Say hello to My Little Unicorn:Magic Is Believing
http://www.fimfiction.net/story/9894/my-little-unicorn-magic-is-believing

Ok, "Winged unicorns, not alicorns"? Isn't an alicorn pretty much a "winged unicorn"?

Also, I like how this thread turned into a MST3K for bad fanfics.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: MadmanJohnson on June 16, 2013, 11:56:51 am
Excuse me while I laugh evilly.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Sigmaleph on June 16, 2013, 01:18:30 pm
Oh yeah, I just remembered a special one from chapter 4.

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~snipped~

That is a terrible game. No strategy elements whatsoever, or actually any player choice beyond choosing the disciple.

On the other hand, it seems exactly the sort of thing someone wanting to market "Christian entertainment" but with no idea of game design would create. Maybe that's what they were going for.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on June 16, 2013, 03:10:32 pm
BTW, other people here probably already know this because they're better connected than me, but... I watched a recent Q&A session with John DeLancie yesterday where he said that he'd just done a recording session for MLP, so we'll be seeing some Discord in Season 4.

YES!!. Discord is coming back.

Also I wanted to tell you guys there is a very good chance that I'll be going to the NY Comic Con in October, and I'm leaning towards cosplaying as Pinkie Pie.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on June 16, 2013, 03:43:22 pm
@ Hof:  No harm, no foul.  We're all friends here.


@ B:  Ah, so Lavender Unicorn Syndrome a-plenty, eh? Are we talking "so purple we can taste Twilight's fuzzy plot" kinda bad?

It's pretty bad.  It doesn't start until chapter 8, though.  Let me give you a few more examples.

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"Be unobtrusive!" snapped Fluttershy precipitously; staring at Spike like a parent would do toward their child when such juvenile is behaving impishly.

"Be unobtusive?"  Seriously?

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The edict implementation organization got there within a minute or so, since Ponyville was not a surely immense municipality.

Ugh.

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Fluttershy was on tenterhooks that he would stop, but he kept moving agitatedly, which each movement creating more the guard more to cognizance. "Let us keep our contour squat, until Twilight Sparkle emanates."

What the fuck?

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"I had to get the coinage. I plagiarized from the Church's endowment. We are sure to make it back on donations though, so do not apprehension about that," she said. "Have you heard?"

This is a really egregious error demonstrating stupidity.  They probably used a thesarus for worry, but took the noun.  You can not "apprehension."  You can "be apprehensive," though.  It's still totally unnecessary and shows that the writer doesn't know what the fuck they're doing.  Oh yeah, there's also the "plagiarized" money part.  That's pretty goddamn funny.

Actually, there's something I'm wondering.  If Christianity is as shunned in Ponyville as this author likes to pretend, how the fuck is there a church with enough money to free Fluttershy?  I mean, this fanfic has tons of problems to begin with, but this is...fucking ridiculous. 

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It was going to be a large sum to pay...

Then again, I don't know what I should be expecting out of a fanfic that has Twilight converting to Christianity with literally ZERO effort given.

Here's the end of chapter 8.

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"How dare you say such a…" before she could finish, Rainbow Dash shrieked and squealed, and then fell over. He had just had a heart spasm, sent from God himself to instil everyone their blunders of their conducts. "NEVER AGAIN," the pony lastly unremitting, "YOU WILL NOT GET AWAY WITH THIS CRAWL ACTION"

Yep.  Rainbow Dash is apparently a guy in this person's imagination, and god gives "him" a heart attack because why not?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on June 16, 2013, 05:42:06 pm
YES!!. Discord is coming back.

Also I wanted to tell you guys there is a very good chance that I'll be going to the NY Comic Con in October, and I'm leaning towards cosplaying as Pinkie Pie.
If you do, we need pics.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on June 16, 2013, 06:22:11 pm
I'll be more than happy to show pics. I'm will probably post them all over my FB and tumblr too
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: syaoranvee on June 16, 2013, 11:14:40 pm
Someone say EQG spoilers?
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Zygarde on June 17, 2013, 12:14:10 am
Oh Twilight for all your brains you dance like a fucking spazz on ecstasy.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on June 17, 2013, 06:07:57 am
Twilight, what the fuck are you doing?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: MadmanJohnson on June 17, 2013, 06:38:32 am
Slender-dancing!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: syaoranvee on June 17, 2013, 05:23:58 pm
Someone has the ending of the movie up on youtube but still no full movie upload:

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on June 17, 2013, 06:22:07 pm
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Looks familiar

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCDB3SU0tNw
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on June 18, 2013, 12:30:50 am
which in itself a obvious nod to "the Elaine dance", from that one episode of Seinfled episode.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DY_DF2Af3LM
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on June 18, 2013, 10:19:43 am
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So somebody got part of one of the songs on Youtube. Human Dash is kawaii~~

Also, some more totally legit footage
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDzjufg7sTs
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on June 19, 2013, 02:31:28 am
(http://media-cache-ak2.pinimg.com/736x/8e/32/5e/8e325e9e78707e5065fe1858c4d2b8fa.jpg)

And who are you? the princess said,
That I must bow so low?
Only a horse of a different coat,
That's all the truth I know.
And a coat of blue or a coat of pink,
A pony still has hooves,
And mine are hard and strong, princess,
As hard and strong as yours.

And so she spoke, and so she spoke,
That horse of Cantermere,
But now the rains trot o'er her hall,
With nopony there to hear.
Yes now the rains trot o'er her hall,
And not a soul to hear.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on June 19, 2013, 11:49:38 am
I wonder what Candance did to the Lannisters??
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: MadmanJohnson on June 19, 2013, 04:50:01 pm
You don't wanna know.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on June 20, 2013, 03:15:57 pm
Ok so for reals, despite the problems I have with the overall design of the main 6, the animation of the stuff I've seen of EqG is 2cute2handle (http://imgur.com/a/2L2ql), I guess it's up to the person to decide whether it's suggestive or just adorable.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 21, 2013, 03:18:11 am
I'm still willing to give it a shot.  That being said, most of the fic pre-readers aren't looking forward to the inevitable EqG fics.  I smell bans coming the first time somepony tries sneaking a clopfic past us.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on June 21, 2013, 05:58:50 pm
Yeah, I'm perfectly willing to watch the film with an open mind now, and some of the stuff I've seen floating around is promising, but these things are just horrifying (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/06/equestria-girls-toys-pre-orders-pop-up.html#idc-container)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on June 21, 2013, 08:17:21 pm
Yeah, I'm perfectly willing to watch the film with an open mind now, and some of the stuff I've seen floating around is promising, but these things are just horrifying (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/06/equestria-girls-toys-pre-orders-pop-up.html#idc-container)

...Oh.  So they're basically Bratz dolls with pony ears.

I'm a little disappointed, actually.  Thought it'd be worse.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: MadmanJohnson on June 21, 2013, 08:59:23 pm
If they can do this, why not Ponyformers?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on June 21, 2013, 09:02:13 pm
If they can do this, why not Ponyformers?

YES.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on June 21, 2013, 11:34:45 pm
I'm still willing to give it a shot.  That being said, most of the fic pre-readers aren't looking forward to the inevitable EqG fics.  I smell bans coming the first time somepony tries sneaking a clopfic past us.

The thing I don't get about that is that there are avenues other than EqD where people could push their smut.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: syaoranvee on June 22, 2013, 02:08:40 am
This is what happened when a group of ponies find a abandoned ship with a internet screen in Second Life:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CpLCPSStLAY
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on June 22, 2013, 02:14:38 am
I want to say that I would never understand playing a game to watch something on Youtube.  I want to say that.

But the sad truth is, I do understand it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: syaoranvee on June 22, 2013, 02:18:34 am
I want to say that I would never understand playing a game to watch something on Youtube.  I want to say that.

But the sad truth is, I do understand it.

Best thing is that we spent two hours rummaging through places to find a screen like that.  Most tvs on SL that are in abandoned places are of a older model that requires quicktime or are locked to a certain movie.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 22, 2013, 03:17:46 am
My roomie and I used our TV in SL to watch music videos and Youtube together back when I was in Oregon still.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: MadmanJohnson on June 22, 2013, 07:48:01 am
The Ponyformers line idea I had is like so:
Legend Class-The Cutie Mark Crusaders and other fillies
Deluxe Class-The Mane 6,Shining Armor,Changelings and background ponies
Voyager Class-Princess Candance ,Queen Chrysalis and Alicorn Twilight Sparkle
Leader Class-Princess Luna,Princess Celestia and Discord
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on June 22, 2013, 03:13:09 pm
If they can do this, why not Ponyformers?
Transponies on the other hand, is a completely different thing.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on June 22, 2013, 07:22:01 pm
If they can do this, why not Ponyformers?

(http://tfwiki.net/mediawiki/images2/thumb/a/a1/PonyMakerOptimus01.jpg/712px-PonyMakerOptimus01.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 23, 2013, 03:24:51 am
... that abomination requires my heavy explosive bolts.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on June 23, 2013, 06:38:45 pm
Ok, I've heard the opening theme remix for EqG, and I have to say, it's pretty awful. Like, lower tier fan-musician bad.

someone uploaded a camrip of the film here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G9cyOTTwjx0&list=WL7E006BB6856EB2DB)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: MadmanJohnson on June 25, 2013, 08:03:38 am
The music is horrible but the Ponies morphing into humans looks awesomely like Sailor Moon in the opening.
EDIT:Was not expecting the Climax.MAGICAL GIRLS? Sunset Shimmer's going to replace Predaking in my nightmares. AGREED.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on June 25, 2013, 12:13:42 pm
Should we be using spoilers to talk about it in this thread? not sure how many people watched my link.

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: MadmanJohnson on June 25, 2013, 12:59:48 pm
There's just something about Sunset Shimmer's demon form that's strangely disturbing.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on June 25, 2013, 01:05:11 pm
Good disturbing or bad disturbing?

Bearing in mind I've yet to watch it myself but I've never been one to mind spoilers.  Just waiting for a good link.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on June 25, 2013, 03:23:57 pm
Well, /mlp/ has been trying to clean-up a camrip that some anon uploaded for a little while, this (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ybm2UqSF6Z8&feature=youtu.be) is the latest attempt (EDIT: damn, already taken down). It's cropped, with sharper audio and colours. just gotta wait for it to finish processing, and hope it doesn't get taken down quickly.

EDIT 2: Alright, try this one instead (http://astaen.fr/equestriagirls/)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: syaoranvee on June 26, 2013, 04:38:46 am
We finally ended up renting land in SL and putting up a house (http://i.imgur.com/jxNi7Sz.jpg)

....The sign in the corner isn't making me feel any better.

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 26, 2013, 09:55:31 pm
Nice placement! Makes me want to get back in! Hope you had fun!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: syaoranvee on June 26, 2013, 10:25:35 pm
Nice placement! Makes me want to get back in! Hope you had fun!

The ride never ends:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dI0nZI_QGxY

Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Errata on June 29, 2013, 01:43:00 am
Finally saw Equestria Girls. It was alright. I went in pretty neutral on the whole thing and basically got what I expected out of it. A movie length pony episode where the ponies are people. Wasn't good. Wasn't bad. Had some funny moments. Had some decent ideas. Had some lost opportunities. Had some dumb ideas.

The visual gags were all pretty funny for the most part, but I mean, this is FiM. If the visuals aren't funny, something's gone wrong. The problem that's been haunting the last couple of "big" episodes (like the Princess coronation thing) is still here, by which I mean it feels rushed at times. A lot of character development gets relegated to a line and a look and that's it.

Overall, I didn't get less than I expected out of it. It was worth seeing once.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 29, 2013, 05:40:52 am
What I've heard from the EqD crew has been mostly: "If it weren't for Dog Spike, this would be absolute shit"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Patches on June 29, 2013, 07:56:10 am
I saw EG, and my main reaction to it was "It wasn't that bad".  Pretty much every event took place as a musical montage, and they had some exceedingly weak explanations for certain plot points ("No, the rest of you ponies can't accompany her BECAUSE REASONS").  But it wasn't eye-gougingly terrible, and I would be able to sit through it again, which is more than I can say for a couple episodes of the show.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Errata on June 29, 2013, 11:03:45 am
What I've heard from the EqD crew has been mostly: "If it weren't for Dog Spike, this would be absolute shit"

If someone's relying on Dog Spike to save it, then they shouldn't bother saying "would be." Spike's almost in background territory in this film. They try and make him seem like he's still in the front with a few moments, but he's really just there to be Twilight's Navi once or twice and have a few gags. Honestly, I think Spike had one, really really good moment right at the end, and it wasn't even actually delivered by him, it just more about him.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on June 29, 2013, 11:14:14 am
I'm not in a rush to see it, don't get me wrong I love MLP, I'll see it eventually, I'm just not in the mood for rushing out to see it or risking a virus on my computer to see it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 29, 2013, 01:19:21 pm
I'm going to rent it from Redbox when it comes out.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on June 30, 2013, 08:39:06 am
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qRC4Vk6kisY
THE CUTEST
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on June 30, 2013, 01:09:51 pm
Flufflepuff brightens everypony's day.  She's a little dose of happy in pony form.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: MadmanJohnson on June 30, 2013, 01:24:59 pm
Aaaaaaw.HNNNNNNNNG. SO ADORABLE,HUMAN!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on July 01, 2013, 12:02:24 am
Human Fluttermac, spoilered for size.

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Errata on July 01, 2013, 01:17:01 am
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qRC4Vk6kisY
THE CUTEST

I'll never hear anything else again!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 01, 2013, 04:52:49 am
JohnE, I hate to say it but I want to kill that pic with fire.  The proportions are way off, and even I can tell that.

... and I don't art.  I write.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: MadmanJohnson on July 01, 2013, 07:01:16 am
Agreed,too deep in the valley for me.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on July 02, 2013, 03:59:33 pm
Some people decided to troll 4chan's anime board and bought this ad to be displayed there..
(http://i.imgur.com/7w3siiC.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 02, 2013, 04:04:38 pm
Take that, overzealous mods!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on July 02, 2013, 06:10:18 pm
BWAHAHA
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Zygarde on July 02, 2013, 06:11:18 pm
Troll Status:Epic
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: syaoranvee on July 02, 2013, 10:47:52 pm
Well my shit finally came in today, set let us take a look at it through the wonders of shitty Vita camera:

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And to top all that off, a picture from SL that shows that my group have all been lost to it's corrupted nature. Please send help (http://i.imgur.com/leArKh8.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on July 03, 2013, 02:44:12 pm
So I haven't actually watched Equestria Girls yet, but I had a dream about the movie.  My brain made up a bunch of weird crap about it that I'm almost certain probably doesn't happen in the movie.  This includes Twilight suddenly showing up in the alternate dimension driving a speeding car.

I'm serious.  Spike said "I can't reach the brake, I don't have the legs!"  Twilight's all "I've got this!", but her legs are too short to reach the pedal, so she leans down to try to hit it.  I think some other stuff happened, but I don't quite recall it.

Yeah.  I dunno why my dreams a so weird.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on July 03, 2013, 07:54:16 pm
I had a dream about Equestria Girls, myself.

I was Human!Twilight.  I don't know how to feel about this.

And no I haven't seen it yet either.  Waiting for the DVD to come out.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 04, 2013, 11:21:13 pm
Speaking of Equestria Girls, someone posted it on Youtube, gonna watch it tomorrow.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: syaoranvee on July 06, 2013, 01:10:56 am
One of the MMO sites I frequent made a notice on a  mlp mmo  (http://forum.legendsofequestria.com/index.php?topic=7366) going open alpha for a few days in July.

I'll see myself out.

Yeah, this is happening now. Although their website (http://www.legendsofequestria.com/home) seems to be getting knocked down because of so much traffic.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 06, 2013, 01:46:33 am
huh... it doesn't look too bad.  A smidge of SL, a smidge of pony... noooot bad.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on July 07, 2013, 07:37:05 am
OH BOY HERE WE GO
(http://i.imgur.com/8gGjNue.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on July 07, 2013, 09:47:19 am
IT BEGINS
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: MadmanJohnson on July 07, 2013, 12:04:17 pm
ZALGO! HE COMES!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 07, 2013, 12:31:47 pm
*sigh* I'll get the booze... it won't affect ME, but that's why I have my arbalest.  Violence is a good substitute.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on July 08, 2013, 06:33:44 am
I really think they need to cut down on the number of pony cons. All these VA/Writer panels are getting diminishing returns, and the questions are either unoriginal and or downright annoying.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 08, 2013, 10:59:18 am
OH BOY HERE WE GO
(http://i.imgur.com/8gGjNue.png)

Yes, because we all know that there are no princesses out there that kick ass and take names in the realm of fiction or in reality.  ::)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on July 08, 2013, 03:57:11 pm
Now I'm picturing Twilight as Xena.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 08, 2013, 04:00:31 pm
Now I'm picturing Twilight as Xena.

When I wrote my response I was picturing Twilight as Princess Leia, though Twilight as Xena would be awesome.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Zygarde on July 08, 2013, 04:15:59 pm
I kept on thinking of Twilight as Midna, but that was more due to the fact I've been playing Twilight Princess to much lately.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on July 08, 2013, 06:12:49 pm
I was actually picturing Twilight as Jasmine from Aladdin.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on July 10, 2013, 08:05:13 pm
OH BOY HERE WE GO
(http://i.imgur.com/8gGjNue.png)

There's only one way I can respond to this:

Piss off, lady!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: poeticmind0189 on July 10, 2013, 10:50:39 pm
Growing up as a prince/princess has it's advantages such as:
1. Knowing how to conduct yourself in society early on.
2. Having to always be on your best behavior.
3. Knowing simple etiquette that alot of us other people don't know (which utensil is used for salad, steak, dessert, when they are all lined up.)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Alehksunos on July 11, 2013, 12:11:34 am
Just to weaver away my frustrations, I felt like getting started on watching this show (though skipping Season 1, which a lot of fans were not impressed with). However, since my sister (who has since graduating moved away) and I share a Netflix account and she's going to make funny reactions if she see's that show in the watching list. But then again, her taste in shows includes Keeping Up With The Kardasians and Weeds, so yeah... whatever.

OH BOY HERE WE GO
(http://i.imgur.com/8gGjNue.png)

I never quite liked her videos. While she made good points, she just had to be so overbearing and call "sexism" on so damn many things. I'll talk when something IS bare-faced and unapologetically sexist.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Yla on July 11, 2013, 08:31:26 am
Growing up as a prince/princess has it's advantages such as:
1. Knowing how to conduct yourself in society early on.
2. Having to always be on your best behavior.
3. Knowing simple etiquette that alot of us other people don't know (which utensil is used for salad, steak, dessert, when they are all lined up.)
1 and 3 are not exclusive to princesses, and 2.. you seem to have an interesting definition of 'advantage'.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on July 11, 2013, 06:30:18 pm
@Alehksu Kihdo

You're skipping Season 1? I don't know where you're seeing these bad reviews of it, there is plenty of great episodes in there.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on July 11, 2013, 06:32:00 pm
Yeah, don't skip season 1. There's plenty of good stuff there.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 11, 2013, 07:30:12 pm
Season 1 has some pretty good episodes that factor in getting to know the different ponies personalities. Personally, my favorite episode from that season has to be "Party Of One" or as I like to call it "Pinkie Pie goes off the deep end".
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on July 11, 2013, 07:31:37 pm
...Who told you that bronies were disappointed with season 1?

Season 1 was what made bronies fall in love with it in the first place O_o

Unless you mean series 1.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 11, 2013, 07:34:19 pm
When it comes to the series, G3, and G3.5 are the worst...
Rainbow Dash always dresses in style....and I was a fan of G1 back in the day, but to be fair I was a toddler at the time so, even though Tirek was a badass villain.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on July 11, 2013, 11:27:38 pm
I used to watch G1 when I was a kid.  It was only occasionally, but I didn't hate it.

...Well until the commercials started getting spammy, then I started hating it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Alehksunos on July 11, 2013, 11:47:39 pm
Already seen the two-parter Season 2 premiere last night. You know, the one where we meet Discord.

I honestly tried to like the show, but the biggest motivation for me to watch an episode or two was John de Lancie's role as Discord (I like Star Trek any anything that has to do with it, shut up) and the (once upon a time) involvement of Lauren Faust, who did the film The Iron Giant, later episodes of The Powerpuff Girls and Foster's Home For Imaginary Friends, and I loved those shows (and that one film, despite seeing it only once) growing up.

(Don't ask me about the latter show. I know a lot of people hated it, but I thought it was one of the only two programs on Cartoon Network in that era that was worth a damn, along with Camp Laszlo, mostly for the involvement of Joe Murray, who did one of my all-time favorite shows Rocko's Modern Life.)

All in all, I'm saying this show isn't that big a deal (it's better than most of today's animated television) and there is no reason why it had to also spawn a horrible fanbase.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on July 11, 2013, 11:53:28 pm
That's actually not one of my favorite episodes. Aside from Discord himself, I thought it was a little weak. (That's just like, my opinion, man). I like the season 1 premier 2-parter better, and the season 2 finale 2-parter is one of my favorites.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on July 12, 2013, 12:01:54 am
Actually, despite how widely hated it is, I LOVE the season 3 finale.  It's the only episode barring the Season 2 finale that I still watch over and over again.  And I've watched it more than the Season 2 finale.

I think the people who are bent out of shape about Princess Twilight need to get over it big time.

Then again I also liked the episode where Fluttershy has to try to reform Discord.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on July 12, 2013, 12:51:28 am
Yeah, I liked the season 3 finale too.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on July 12, 2013, 12:53:31 am
Oh, but according to the holier-than-thou bronies, we're "mindless fans who will buy everything Hasbro throws at us" 9_9
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on July 12, 2013, 01:16:06 am
Oh, but according to the holier-than-thou bronies, we're "mindless fans who will buy everything Hasbro throws at us" 9_9

Ponies are serious business!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on July 12, 2013, 01:22:12 am
Oh, but according to the holier-than-thou bronies, we're "mindless fans who will buy everything Hasbro throws at us" 9_9
Yup, couldn't possibly be that we genuinely enjoyed the episode and story arc. *eyeroll*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on July 12, 2013, 03:04:15 am
@Alehksu, While I am starting to get really annoyed with this fandom too, i'm not  sure what makes this fandom any worse then, for example, whovians and supernatural fans
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 12, 2013, 01:53:26 pm
Still looking forward to S4 in December, here.  Also, yeah, I liked the S3 finale too.  Reminds me, need to get back to going through all the episodes with my brother.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Alehksunos on July 12, 2013, 11:32:34 pm
If I was going to guess, I think the fanboys were pissed because there was something that would alter the status-quo and because Twilight Sparkle isn't the same anymore, it would eventually make the show less interesting and lead it to eventual cancellation.

But I like shows that evolve. Fuck shows that play by the Status Quo is God card. Besides, it would be nice if the show eventually ends after a few seasons because I sure know the only thing worse than complaining about continuity evolution is complaining that the show is suffering in quality because they wanted to to last forever (those people should know writers usually run out of ideas as a television program progresses).
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on July 16, 2013, 03:23:20 pm
So apparently a piece of footage from some Brony concert at some con has been making the rounds on the internet, it's pretty cringeworthy but Penny Arcade comes to the defense (http://penny-arcade.com/report/article/why-kotakus-nerd-shaming-article-made-me-uncomfortable)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on July 16, 2013, 04:14:39 pm
And the comments are arguing about... feminism.  Great.

That being said, I do like that they came to our defense, even if I think that the PA guys still have issues they need to sort out, what with "GIFT" applying to them as well.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 18, 2013, 11:28:36 pm
at least they acknowledge that GIFT applies to a lot of folks.  And like you said, it's nice that they went to bat for us.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on July 19, 2013, 05:51:49 am
...GIFT?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Sigmaleph on July 19, 2013, 08:33:34 am
Greater Internet Fuckwad Theory. (http://www.penny-arcade.com/comic/2004/03/19)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on July 21, 2013, 04:56:23 pm
Does anyone else play the Gameloft game? I just upgraded my phone and started playing, but none of my Facebook friends do, so I can't earn hearts or do any of the social tasks.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on July 21, 2013, 07:21:13 pm
Does anyone else play the Gameloft game? I just upgraded my phone and started playing, but none of my Facebook friends do, so I can't earn hearts or do any of the social tasks.

Is that game actually fun? I thought it was just like on of those FarmVille things.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on July 21, 2013, 07:22:36 pm
It pretty much is, but I'm enjoying it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on July 23, 2013, 12:11:25 am
OhmygoshOhmygoshOhmygoshOhmygoshOhmygosh!!!

Season 4 teasers! (Spoilers ahead)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSJ8w4zBm3M

It's gonna be...

(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-KOjaiR1Oq7Q/UXrwMAaXB0I/AAAAAAAAAZc/97pasBJz-lw/s320/So+Awesome.gif)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Errata on July 23, 2013, 12:26:47 am
OhmygoshOhmygoshOhmygoshOhmygoshOhmygosh!!!

Season 4 teasers! (Spoilers ahead)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSJ8w4zBm3M

It's gonna be...

(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-KOjaiR1Oq7Q/UXrwMAaXB0I/AAAAAAAAAZc/97pasBJz-lw/s320/So+Awesome.gif)


I can dig it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 23, 2013, 08:56:31 pm
OhmygoshOhmygoshOhmygoshOhmygoshOhmygosh!!!

Season 4 teasers! (Spoilers ahead)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSJ8w4zBm3M


So can't wait....
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Iconic Komodo Dragon 2 on July 24, 2013, 12:10:46 am
Say, am I the only ones who think the dragons are treated unfairly In-Universe?
As a member of the AAH I am revolted at the blatant Herptilian messages of how dragons are all evil at heart.


No really, they always think of dragons as automatically being primitive and hostile, despite the fact they readily redeem and Mammalian or Avian creature no matter what they've done.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on July 24, 2013, 01:35:55 am
It's not so much that they think of all dragons as "primitive and hostile", it's that even gentle giants are scary simply on the virtue of them being giants who could kill you without even meaning to.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Iconic Komodo Dragon 2 on July 24, 2013, 03:59:04 pm
It's not so much that they think of all dragons as "primitive and hostile", it's that even gentle giants are scary simply on the virtue of them being giants who could kill you without even meaning to.
I know that but the cartoon always portrays them as being evil and greedy by heart, it would be nice if they had an episode that gave more character to the dragons.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on July 24, 2013, 04:07:54 pm
Actually, they don't really seem to be any more evil than human beings are.

The dragon in Dragonshy wasn't evil, just... sleeping at the wrong place at the wrong time.  He was actually a really sensitive soul.

The dragon in Owl's Well was pretty much just trying to protect his food source.

And Garble and his gang (Dragon Quest) were pretty much just bullies.  And even then, Garble was a bit extreme compared to his posse considering their reactions when he actually tells Spike to smash the egg.  So, even bullies have standards... it's just that peer pressure tells them to ignore those standards.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 25, 2013, 11:53:35 am
Season 4 premieres on November 23 (http://family-room.ew.com/2013/07/25/my-little-pony-friendship-is-magic-season-4-premiere/)
Awesome...

Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on July 26, 2013, 12:34:43 am
Come little children, I'll show thee the way...~

Glory to the Moon, one and all.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jW5n3k2VgZE
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on July 26, 2013, 07:11:32 am
Finally broke down and sought out the Equestria Girls movie online.  It wasn't too bad.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Iconic Komodo Dragon 2 on July 26, 2013, 12:13:31 pm
Finally broke down and sought out the Equestria Girls movie online.  It wasn't too bad.
I still can't get over how creepy the characters look.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on July 26, 2013, 05:30:18 pm
Finally broke down and sought out the Equestria Girls movie online.  It wasn't too bad.
I still can't get over how creepy the characters look.

Eh, it doesn't bother me too much.  In fact, I kinda like the character designs.

I kinda wonder how many fanfictions have come out of this alternate universe.  There's definitely a lot that could be imagined by people out there (most notably the people calling "Brad" a flat character).  Sure, the movie was too short to really focus on giving him much of a backstory, but with a little imagination, I'm sure people could flesh something out.  It's not like he's the first character ever written to have no relevant backstory.  Then again, I'm sure people are mad at his...interactions with Twilight.

Eh, the movie did arguably have flaws, but when you're enjoying it your threshold for suspension of disbelief/questioning tends to be a bit more lax.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on July 26, 2013, 11:47:28 pm
My main problem was that they had to go the "demon" route.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on July 27, 2013, 01:10:50 am
I liked the demon transformation. I thought it was kinda badass.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on July 27, 2013, 03:31:50 pm
Anybody read that short Sunset Shimmer comic that was part of that Comic-Con edition of the latest MLP comic issue? I was hoping it would add some meaninful backstory to her character, but it completely failed on that count. turns out she was just arrogant and malicious from the get go.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on July 31, 2013, 01:41:59 pm
There is a question I had pop into my mind when watching the movie, and it's something that I've ruminated on a bit here.

As Sunset Shimmer is threatening to wreck the portal, she says that the portal will close within an hour on it's own.  If we assume she's right, then wasn't it a huge risk to spend any sort of time dancing?  Even though Twilight makes it back in time (because the plot demands it mostly), what if she had stayed too long and been forced to stay in the alternate!Canterlot for another 2.5 years?  What would things be like if she had spent more time with her human friends, and what would her pony friends anxiously waiting on the other side of the portal think/do?  If fanworks haven't explored this yet, I'd like to see it do so.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on August 02, 2013, 01:09:41 am
New Fluffle Puff video.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sijyLYjsD34
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on August 05, 2013, 12:02:08 am
As you guys know, I'm going to cosplay as Pinkie Pie at the NYCC in October, and I just wanted to show you the progress of my costume. I have the tail, the t-shirt I'm wearing, and I have made the ears:
(http://img841.imageshack.us/img841/2786/1tkt.jpg)
The wig is on it's way in the mail, and I've just put the pair of pink jeans I'm wearing on hold at my job(going to buy it next Sunday, because there is going to be a special employee+ Friends and Family discount going on that day) I still have to get the cutie mark, the pink shoes. and I'll be wearing Pink eyeshadow, nail polish, and lipstick. I already have the eyeshadow, and the lipstick. I might get a pink cardigan, not sure.

Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on August 05, 2013, 08:16:09 am
You gonna take pictures of what it looks like when you complete it?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on August 05, 2013, 11:07:02 am
Yeah, of course. I plan on having it complete at the latest by early/ mid September.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on August 05, 2013, 10:26:26 pm
so, uh... I saw EqG while at Bronycon.

... and all I can think is "THE GREAT AND POWERFUL TRIXIE! ... needs peanut butter crackers."


Seriously, that was... surprisingly fun.  Better still with good friends.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on August 05, 2013, 10:32:26 pm
I have tentative plans for a simple Big Mac cosplay. No idea where I'd wear it though.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on August 06, 2013, 12:01:53 am
I have tentative plans for a simple Big Mac cosplay. No idea where I'd wear it though.

Cool.
On a related note, my cosplay wig came today in the mail. Pics will follow in a few days.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on August 06, 2013, 11:47:14 pm
Me in my Pinkie Pie wig and the ears
(http://imageshack.us/a/img823/4999/etrg.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/a/img854/3161/w9vd.jpg)

Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on August 10, 2013, 05:44:14 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_BXy00xFDo

Ooooh, almost had it, Hasbro.

Though oddly I think I prefer it this way.

Now I'm waiting for Discord and Queen Chrysalis.  And maybe King Sombra, too.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on August 13, 2013, 03:25:48 am
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2VhC1QF7ww

Best fan animation out there right now.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on August 13, 2013, 10:44:49 am
I love the part with the milk shakes.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on August 15, 2013, 02:36:05 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dvFVXziJ29w
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on August 15, 2013, 05:35:46 pm
Gotta say, that would've been a bad-ass kid's book if they had kept the show's plot in.

But no, little girls can't handle genuinely good plots aimed at little girls.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: syaoranvee on August 15, 2013, 06:04:08 pm
A shot of some of the cards from the CCG premiered at Gen Con:

(http://i.imgur.com/SQr9qak.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on August 16, 2013, 02:52:52 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_BXy00xFDo

Ooooh, almost had it, Hasbro.

Though oddly I think I prefer it this way.

Now I'm waiting for Discord and Queen Chrysalis.  And maybe King Sombra, too.

Isn't it obvious?  Her star barrettes amplify her dark power, or something.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on August 16, 2013, 02:56:42 pm
Hey, evil feels the need to feel pretty, too.

Honestly that's still rather daring for Hasbro's toy department.  They're improving.  Maybe not as fast as they could be, but still.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on August 19, 2013, 04:26:56 pm
So I came across this thanks to the YMMV page on TV Tropes for Equestria Girls.

http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/tv-movies/pony-feature-film-horses-hot-trot-article-1.1371131

Here's a choice piece of the article:

Quote
Hasbro’s beloved horsies transform into high school hussies in the new movie “My Little Pony: Equestria Girls” — and New York moms are braying at the thought of the popular TV characters losing their manes and tails for mini-skirts and hooker boots.

Yeeeeeeeaaaaaahhhhh...

Along with that, there was another link in there about apparently the movie was whoring out to bronies.

http://www.slate.com/blogs/xx_factor/2013/06/13/triumph_of_the_bronies_hasbro_turning_my_little_ponies_into_sexy_human_characters.html

Is it just me, or is Friendship is Magic REALLY good at causing drama?  I'm not so sure it's the show's fault as it is people's perceptions.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on August 19, 2013, 09:39:10 pm
Interestingly enough, I have my DVR set to record Equestria Girls since it's airing this Saturday.

But seriously.... hooker boots?  Da fuq?

Seriously, WHAT THE FUCK?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on August 20, 2013, 01:48:56 am
Srsly tho, the fuck is up with the boots they're wearing?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on August 20, 2013, 01:53:59 pm
Lol, have these people seen the rule 34 stuff?? Equestria Girls look nothing like that stuff, just saying...
Both creep me out but in different ways.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on August 20, 2013, 08:54:16 pm
Admittedly, the boots work.  They're total combat boots, sorta.

And Zach? You'll adore Human!Shy.  And if you don't laugh at Human!Trixie, I will be very surprised.

I'll leave it at that.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on August 21, 2013, 08:35:29 am
A shot of some of the cards from the CCG premiered at Gen Con:

(http://i.imgur.com/SQr9qak.jpg)

There's going to be a card game?  *squee*

This will be a perfect addition to the unofficial MLP tabletop/Skype RPG (http://"http://ponytales.forumotion.com/")
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Sour Grapes on August 22, 2013, 05:06:12 am
It would be awesome if we could hold a game.  I'd like to play, and I have a lot of free time.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on August 23, 2013, 12:50:24 am
Sounds good to me! We could play over Skype, perhaps?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Sour Grapes on August 23, 2013, 05:45:32 am
Sure could.  There's even a set-up on Ponytales for Skype-based games.

I'm incredible.werekitty, Skype-wise.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on August 23, 2013, 07:21:51 pm
tlaren, at your service.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Sour Grapes on August 23, 2013, 08:58:39 pm
Added.  Now lets's see who else wants to join in.  We really need a DM.  I tried DMing once, and everybody had scheduling problems.  xD
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on August 23, 2013, 09:22:11 pm
Not to disrupt the flow of conversation, but...

http://knowyourmeme.com/photos/595218-cringeworthy

Even if you ignore the inappropriate pony theme (which is cringewworthy enough), that coloring is incredibly gaudy.  Who in their right mind would think this is a good idea?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on August 23, 2013, 09:52:05 pm
Wow I think that is legitimately going to make me sick.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Sour Grapes on August 24, 2013, 08:00:26 am
...  Wait... what?  What?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on August 24, 2013, 04:36:05 pm
Not to disrupt the flow of conversation, but...

http://knowyourmeme.com/photos/595218-cringeworthy

Even if you ignore the inappropriate pony theme (which is cringewworthy enough), that coloring is incredibly gaudy.  Who in their right mind would think this is a good idea?

(http://i.imgur.com/xlBUO1E.jpg)
This really crumbles my jonathans.

Also, why would you put your editor of choice on your resume? does this guy think a potential employer is going to look at that and say "Vim? good, he's not one of those filthy Emacs peasants" instead of "what the fuck is with all these ponies?"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on August 26, 2013, 09:40:56 am
Here's some more brony RAEG:

I was at TRU the other night to see if they had the new Favorites Collection (they didn't) and I noticed something.

There were 3 boxes of blind-bags in the MLP section: a nearly-empty box of the last series, and 2 boxes of the latest series.

And every single fucking bag in all 3 boxes was torn open.  Curiously enough, none of the other blind-bag merchandise I passed on the way to the MLP stuff was damaged in this way.

If you can't handle not getting a particular pony RIGHT NOW, then you should leave blind-bag collectibles to the rest of us.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on August 26, 2013, 11:34:28 am
Wow, that's a real fucking douchey thing to do, I'm sure whoever did it could have survived a little longer without their crystal Twilight figure.

...Did you take some anyway? :P

EDIT:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NsCkD2DOFSU
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on August 26, 2013, 06:38:21 pm
For the writerly types here, I'm gearing up to run National Pony Writing Month yet again, for the third year! Anypony interested?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on August 28, 2013, 11:27:40 am
Wow, that's a real fucking douchey thing to do, I'm sure whoever did it could have survived a little longer without their crystal Twilight figure.

...Did you take some anyway? :P

EDIT:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NsCkD2DOFSU

No, because I realized after that that I'd left my wallet at home.  Oh well, I did at least tell an employee that that had happened.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on September 01, 2013, 02:20:59 pm
Apparently it's official, Fluttershy is best pony (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=545200632195690&set=pb.119249468124144.-2207520000.1378055662.&type=3&theater). of course since the winner wasn't Pinkie Pie it must have somehow been rigged.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on September 01, 2013, 07:10:07 pm
Apparently it's official, Fluttershy is best pony (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=545200632195690&set=pb.119249468124144.-2207520000.1378055662.&type=3&theater). of course since the winner wasn't Pinkie Pie it must have somehow been rigged.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PqVVtaWd8Pw

2nd best.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on September 02, 2013, 11:02:05 pm
My official season 4 wishlist:

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on September 03, 2013, 07:07:46 am
If the writers don't explore how Twilights new duties might upset the friends dynamic I'll be pretty annoyed, as it seems the most obvious thing to start with after such a change.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Lady Evil on September 04, 2013, 12:45:03 am
Well, here's the season 4 preview: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H3zr6Z_c0MA

Looks like there's an Applejack song, but frankly, I liked Raise This Barn better. Marginally less cheesy. Oh well, it's a given that all of AJ's songs are gonna be country-western. And there's definitely something about Luna. Possibly Twilight's doing time travel or she's looking at something like the Penseive from Harry Potter.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on September 04, 2013, 01:40:51 am
I like this new song SO much better than Raise This Barn. Much stronger both musically and lyrically, IMO.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on September 07, 2013, 08:54:22 am
It's nice that they are actually doing more stuff with Applejack, definitely the most under used pony.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on September 07, 2013, 06:12:27 pm
AJ is best pony, dammit.

And Luna is best Princess.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on September 14, 2013, 07:10:38 am
So there will be a pony convention here in Finland next year, and Tabitha St. Germain will be there. for that alone I'm seriously considering going.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on September 17, 2013, 11:11:17 pm
I've been a bit preoccupied and kind of didn't pay attention to the actual season 4 premiere date.  I actually had to look it up.

So...just over 2 months, eh?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Askold on September 18, 2013, 01:26:50 am
So there will be a pony convention here in Finland next year, and Tabitha St. Germain will be there. for that alone I'm seriously considering going.
I'd suggest meeting but I'm just not that into MLP.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on September 18, 2013, 01:18:28 pm
man, November 23rd can't get here fast enough... I want some S4! I want to see the Royal Guards out in Canterlot shopping! I want to see some Diamond Dog ambassador bitching at a Griffon guard for some insult in court!

I WANT MORE LUNA!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on September 18, 2013, 06:38:17 pm
Wait, it airs on November 23rd? The Doctor Who 50th anniversary is the same day....could this be a sign?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on September 18, 2013, 08:07:47 pm
We can hope!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on September 18, 2013, 08:27:56 pm
My mind is trying to merge the Doctor Who theme and the My Little Pony tune.

I think I'm going to die giggling.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on September 18, 2013, 10:32:49 pm
*sings* My little time lord, my little time lord. I used to wonder what time travel could be...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on September 18, 2013, 11:03:24 pm
*sings* My little time lord, my little time lord. I used to wonder what time travel could be...

Until you all shared its science with me
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on September 18, 2013, 11:28:31 pm
*sings* My little time lord, my little time lord. I used to wonder what time travel could be...

Until you all shared its science with me

I love/hate you both so much right now.  Could always start a riot over who's supposed to be the Doctor's companion, Derpy, Carrot Top or Twilight...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on September 19, 2013, 02:09:11 am
Personally I'm a fan of Derpy being the companion.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on September 19, 2013, 11:45:48 am
Personally I'm a fan of Derpy being the companion.
Same here. (http://johnraptor.deviantart.com/art/I-Derped-into-the-Heart-of-the-Tardis-375807261)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: syaoranvee on September 20, 2013, 11:15:36 pm
Chili's made a pony and got so much negativity they took it down. (http://imgur.com/tpZShhN)

I like the feminist who takes the time to make it her own personal soapbox about how bronies are MRAs.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on September 21, 2013, 12:16:23 am
Chili's made a pony and got so much negativity they took it down. (http://imgur.com/tpZShhN)

I like the feminist who takes the time to make it her own personal soapbox about how bronies are MRAs.

Exhibit A of "Anti-bronies are just as every bit as idiotic as bronies are."

Also I saw SuperPsyguy post a link but I couldn't be arsed to transcribe it into my URL bar.  I know Psyguy's a brony, what the hell was he posting as a reaction?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Sigmaleph on September 21, 2013, 12:42:10 am
Chili's made a pony and got so much negativity they took it down. (http://imgur.com/tpZShhN)

I like the feminist who takes the time to make it her own personal soapbox about how bronies are MRAs.

Exhibit A of "Anti-bronies are just as every bit as idiotic as bronies are."

Also I saw SuperPsyguy post a link but I couldn't be arsed to transcribe it into my URL bar.  I know Psyguy's a brony, what the hell was he posting as a reaction?

It's a screencap of various tweets reacting to Chili's pony, similar to the picture syaoranvee posted.

https://twitter.com/SuperPsyguy/status/380775329670758400/photo/1

Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on September 21, 2013, 01:32:56 am
Oh, I should've figured XD
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Feral Dog on September 21, 2013, 02:23:46 am

I like the feminist who takes the time to make it her own personal soapbox about how bronies are MRAs.

Weird, because MLP:FiM itself could be considered pretty feminist (while still having a traditionally feminine aesthetic, what with the bright colors and cutesy flowers and so on).

(which makes it even weirder that there ARE sexist brony MRA hipsters out there. What, it's not enough to actively dislike women, you have to appropriate female entertainment* as well?)

*Yes, Faust wanted the series to be enjoyable for all ages/sexes, however its intended audience is young girls, who seldom have anything decent produced for them.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Lady Evil on September 21, 2013, 08:34:21 am
I remember when I first watched "The Last Round-Up", when I first saw Cherries Jubilee I thought "Oh no! Applejack joined a brothel!" Then I remembered "No, wait, this is a kids show." Never had I been more relieved to make that observation.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on September 21, 2013, 10:22:58 am
*sings* My little time lord, my little time lord. I used to wonder what time travel could be...

Until you all shared its science with me

I love/hate you both so much right now.

Here, let's make it better/worse:

(My little Lovecraft) I used to wonder what eldritch could be
(My little Lovecraft) Until you all shared its madness with me...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Alehksunos on September 21, 2013, 11:57:45 am

I like the feminist who takes the time to make it her own personal soapbox about how bronies are MRAs.

Weird, because MLP:FiM itself could be considered pretty feminist (while still having a traditionally feminine aesthetic, what with the bright colors and cutesy flowers and so on).

(which makes it even weirder that there ARE sexist brony MRA hipsters out there. What, it's not enough to actively dislike women, you have to appropriate female entertainment* as well?)

*Yes, Faust wanted the series to be enjoyable for all ages/sexes, however its intended audience is young girls, who seldom have anything decent produced for them.

Despite having said this a couple times before, this is the one thing that will always bother me about a majority of MLPfans: the sexism and the fact that it runs on feminist philosophy, something despised by these people because they run on these cruel strawman memes from Republicans and other socially conservative/regressive folks who have been feeding them this bullshit for years.

This show should serve to keep them in touch with their feminine side, but instead because they're heterosexual, cissexual males they run on one of the memes that also makes them not only so sexist but also hostile towards others; the fact that the three corresponds to the unrealistic image of "manliness", something I beg every young man in this society to stop subscribing to and its image to be rendered to an irrelevant, unreachable fantasy.

You are also hearing this from a cissexual male (more accurately, a sexually inconsistent young male) who has been mentioned to be "manly" several times and because I despise this image and being tied to someone so inconsiderate to others because of this "because we're men" codswallop I purposely rebel from my stepfather's image of me.

All and all, I just wish most fans of this show aren't such meatheads who have to redefine a show targeted for younger girls (though Lauren Faust, married to the great Craig McCracken) as masculine when it's not all. These men seriously can't get in touch with their feminine side and I really hate them. I just in general really hate the shit that has to come out of this show because most of its fans are so insecure.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on September 21, 2013, 01:14:25 pm
Chili's made a pony and got so much negativity they took it down. (http://imgur.com/tpZShhN)

I like the feminist who takes the time to make it her own personal soapbox about how bronies are MRAs.

(http://i.imgur.com/oBUxPW3.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on September 21, 2013, 06:30:16 pm

I like the feminist who takes the time to make it her own personal soapbox about how bronies are MRAs.

Weird, because MLP:FiM itself could be considered pretty feminist (while still having a traditionally feminine aesthetic, what with the bright colors and cutesy flowers and so on).

(which makes it even weirder that there ARE sexist brony MRA hipsters out there. What, it's not enough to actively dislike women, you have to appropriate female entertainment* as well?)

*Yes, Faust wanted the series to be enjoyable for all ages/sexes, however its intended audience is young girls, who seldom have anything decent produced for them.

Despite having said this a couple times before, this is the one thing that will always bother me about a majority of MLPfans: the sexism and the fact that it runs on feminist philosophy, something despised by these people because they run on these cruel strawman memes from Republicans and other socially conservative/regressive folks who have been feeding them this bullshit for years.

This show should serve to keep them in touch with their feminine side, but instead because they're heterosexual, cissexual males they run on one of the memes that also makes them not only so sexist but also hostile towards others; the fact that the three corresponds to the unrealistic image of "manliness", something I beg every young man in this society to stop subscribing to and its image to be rendered to an irrelevant, unreachable fantasy.

You are also hearing this from a cissexual male (more accurately, a sexually inconsistent young male) who has been mentioned to be "manly" several times and because I despise this image and being tied to someone so inconsiderate to others because of this "because we're men" codswallop I purposely rebel from my stepfather's image of me.

All and all, I just wish most fans of this show aren't such meatheads who have to redefine a show targeted for younger girls (though Lauren Faust, married to the great Craig McCracken) as masculine when it's not all. These men seriously can't get in touch with their feminine side and I really hate them. I just in general really hate the shit that has to come out of this show because most of its fans are so insecure.

BING

FUCKING

O!

Someone give this guy an internet because he sure as anything deserves one!

(He probably deserves three, to be honest, but let's not get ahead of ourselves!)

Seriously, this fits right into what I've been saying with "The loudest bronies are the ones who are most insecure about themselves."  They enjoy the show but feel the need to overcompensate with being misogynistic, masculine pricks who are trying to claim the spot of "primary demographic".

As someone who is intimately familiar with his feminine side (and I don't say that because I'm gay) the machismo in the Brony fandom is fucking annoying.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on September 21, 2013, 08:52:19 pm
I remember when I first watched "The Last Round-Up", when I first saw Cherries Jubilee I thought "Oh no! Applejack joined a brothel!" Then I remembered "No, wait, this is a kids show." Never had I been more relieved to make that observation.

That's been played with in fanfics... usually to HILARIOUS results!

to wit:  "Applejack! Are you bringing ill repute to my house of ill repute?!"

For context? Cherries Jubilee was running a quiet little saloon and salt bar.  The most the mares did was dinner and conversation with lonely stallions.  Then Dash shows up, looking for AJ...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Alehksunos on September 21, 2013, 09:11:50 pm
Previously on my big response to a post about most of the MLP:FiM fandom:

This show should serve to keep them in touch with their feminine side, but instead because they're heterosexual, cissexual males they run on one of the memes that also makes them not only so sexist but also hostile towards others; the fact that the three corresponds to the unrealistic image of "manliness", something I beg every young man in this society to stop subscribing to and its image to be rendered to an irrelevant, unreachable fantasy.

I think I need to mention this before someone goes out and say "whats wrong with being a heterosexual, cissexual male?": There is nothing wrong with being a heterosexual, cissexual male. There is something wrong with being a fucking prick because of your identity as a "heterosexual, cissexual male." And there is a lot wrong with the fact that the most vocal people of this fandom are also incredibly sexist, homophobic and transphobic.

And yes, also incredibly racist, complaining about things as trivial as someone's humanization of Twilight Sparkle and even Rarity as non-whites.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on September 22, 2013, 05:05:47 am
I propose putting TNT into every fedora, that should work.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on September 22, 2013, 02:56:58 pm
Nah, I'd propose a movement called "Fedoras for Feminism", where feminists (men and women) reclaim their once-traditionally-feminine headgear from the idiotic dudebros.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on September 22, 2013, 03:04:31 pm
OMG, yes.  I'd look so fucking cool in a fedora.  Like Ne-Yo.  Only female.  And white.  So maybe not like Ne-Yo at all.  Hmm.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Askold on September 22, 2013, 03:07:15 pm
Or we could just agree that fedoras are nice hats. No more, no less.

Depending on what type of clothing it is worn with it can look: good, bad, ugly, silly or even awesome.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Alehksunos on September 22, 2013, 03:10:13 pm
I think we should also mention that the fedora is confused with a different hat that is more common. The fedora worn by people of higher trash, and that other hat (which I forgot its name) that I swear everyone who wears it is trash.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on September 22, 2013, 04:31:43 pm
I think we should also mention that the fedora is confused with a different hat that is more common. The fedora worn by people of higher trash, and that other hat (which I forgot its name) that I swear everyone who wears it is trash.

Trilby?

(http://www.comparestoreprices.co.uk/images/ig/ignite-mens-ignite-montecristo-trilby-hat-charcoal.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Sour Grapes on September 23, 2013, 02:15:03 am
The Fedora is the hat of Indiana Jones, and noir detectives.  Speaking of Noir Detectives there is a noir series on FimFiction.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: solar. on September 24, 2013, 03:39:05 pm
I just watch the show. Fandom got so hostile I couldn't stand them. I listen to a select few Brony musicians though, but many have understandably shied away from the fandom.

I love all the ponies, so I can't pick a favorite.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on September 24, 2013, 04:06:29 pm
Honestly I'm kinda the same way.  The only bronies I really care about are my BF, and you guys.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on September 24, 2013, 05:59:40 pm
*hugs Magus!*

And honestly, I've pretty much GTFO'ed the fandom myself.  Only reason I go to Bronycon is because of the EqD crew.  Leave me to run my flashfic events and NaPoWriMo, and I'm good.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Alehksunos on September 24, 2013, 08:25:35 pm
I think we should also mention that the fedora is confused with a different hat that is more common. The fedora worn by people of higher trash, and that other hat (which I forgot its name) that I swear everyone who wears it is trash.

Trilby?

(http://www.comparestoreprices.co.uk/images/ig/ignite-mens-ignite-montecristo-trilby-hat-charcoal.jpg)

Oh, that's exactly what I was talking about.

Also, I find it so amusing that in my previous post I said "higher trash" instead of "higher class".
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on September 27, 2013, 10:26:30 pm
Is there any fanart out there of Discord wearing Sheogorath's clothes?

Or just Discord as Sheogorath?

If not, why isn't there any!? D:
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on September 28, 2013, 12:18:00 am
I don't normally double post, but when I do, it's because I just watched Equestria Girls.

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on September 28, 2013, 12:28:33 am
Just a silly little two panel comic a whipped up today...

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on September 28, 2013, 02:41:26 am
bwahaha.  Good one, John!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on September 28, 2013, 02:45:32 am
I agree XD

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on September 28, 2013, 03:19:52 am
I agree XD

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on September 28, 2013, 03:25:37 am
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on September 29, 2013, 06:56:13 am
Apparently you better watch out mentioning ponies in the workplace, that shit can get you fired (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/09/losing-job-to-ponies-do-you-bring.html)

EDIT:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwxuMMlAbAQ
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on September 29, 2013, 02:38:52 pm
Apparently you better watch out mentioning ponies in the workplace, that shit can get you fired (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/09/losing-job-to-ponies-do-you-bring.html)
Wow, that's really fucked up. This is why I don't talk about ponies (or just about anything from my private life) at work. I don't think my bosses would fire me over it, but you never know how people would react.

Quote
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwxuMMlAbAQ
That was so sweet! I gotta admit, I have a little (platonic!) crush on Flufflepuff.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Askold on September 30, 2013, 05:54:33 am
Apparently you better watch out mentioning ponies in the workplace, that shit can get you fired (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/09/losing-job-to-ponies-do-you-bring.html)
Wow, that's really fucked up. This is why I don't talk about ponies (or just about anything from my private life) at work. I don't think my bosses would fire me over it, but you never know how people would react.
I was talking about this with a friend of mine and she suggested that the guy is better off not working there anymore. If your coworkers will harass you over something you do then it is a sign that you do not fit in. Personally I don't think that firing those who are bullied is the proper response to bullying at work but she does have a point, if all of your coworkers are assholes then you will not enjoy that job.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on September 30, 2013, 07:09:56 pm
Actually, it's been pretty much determined to be bullshit, guys.  The article's THAT vague and the basis for it comes from Reddit, the OTHER home of "Cool story, bro"?

Nopony with any sense is buying it for a second.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on October 09, 2013, 03:02:30 pm
Anybody seen those Return of Harmony episodes in Japanese? the guy that does Discord is fantastic.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Patches on October 09, 2013, 07:06:56 pm
Anybody seen those Return of Harmony episodes in Japanese? the guy that does Discord is fantastic.
Chiba Shigeru.  He did Kefka's voice in Final Fantasy Dissidia.  I know Discord was specifically written as a Q expy, but damn if he doesn't work just as well as Kefka, too.  XD

I was also pretty tickled that Prince Blueblood was Koyasu Takehito.  I immediately had flashbacks to Hotohori in "Fushigi Yuugi":  "I'm so beautiful, it's scary."  "I cannot gaze upon ugly people."

Also extremely happy they dubbed "At The Gala" after they'd just left "Winter Wrap-Up" and "Art of the Dress" in English with Japanese subtitles.  Hopefully it means those two songs were just flukes and they'll be dubbing the rest of the big musical numbers in S2 (I can't wait to hear the "Smile" song in Japanese.  They've dubbed all of Pinkie's songs so far, so that one's a pretty safe bet to get a dub).
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on October 09, 2013, 11:16:24 pm
Coming soon to Build-a-Bear: Fluttershy!

My heart just skipped a beat.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on October 11, 2013, 10:16:53 am
Coming soon to Build-a-Bear: Fluttershy!

My heart just skipped a beat.

*squeaky smile!*

Also, Chiba Shigeru? He's the Doctor in Super Sentai Kyoryuger.  We were kinda dying in a livestream when we figured it out.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: syaoranvee on October 17, 2013, 10:46:01 pm
Welp my package finally arrived that had the Funko Comic Con clear edition Dash and Derpy.
..And the Dash is just a normal dash figurine.  Even the sticker on the bottom says that it's supposed to be the clear edition. Ha.

In other news, here's a picture of Outer Cloudsdale (http://i.imgur.com/P85sjzp.png), a small parcel I've been making in Second Life.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on October 20, 2013, 01:15:33 pm
When Twilight went all alicorny, there was a lot of speculation that she was immortal now and would outlive her friends. The writers assured us that no, Twilight wasn't going to outlive her friends. The fan reaction was "Phew, she's not immortal." But I was thinking, "That's not what they said. It's also possible that they'll ALL eventually become immortal."

And now a picture of a chinese toy of Fluttershy with a horn has been leaked. Show inaccurate foreign knockoff, or alicorn six?

Personally, I hope they don't go that route, because making that many alicorns would kind of cheapen it. Also, I think it made sense for Twilight, but wouldn't fit with the other characters' personalities & character arcs.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on October 21, 2013, 10:14:01 pm
When Twilight went all alicorny, there was a lot of speculation that she was immortal now and would outlive her friends. The writers assured us that no, Twilight wasn't going to outlive her friends. The fan reaction was "Phew, she's not immortal." But I was thinking, "That's not what they said. It's also possible that they'll ALL eventually become immortal."

And now a picture of a chinese toy of Fluttershy with a horn has been leaked. Show inaccurate foreign knockoff, or alicorn six?

Personally, I hope they don't go that route, because making that many alicorns would kind of cheapen it. Also, I think it made sense for Twilight, but wouldn't fit with the other characters' personalities & character arcs.

And of course, M A Larson being the trollies troll that ever trolled that he is, said on his Twitter:  "Why's everyone getting upset over Alicorn Fluttershy? Twilight has to have someone to attend all those funerals with!"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on October 22, 2013, 03:54:52 am
I thought Larson was a lady.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on October 22, 2013, 06:43:01 pm
I thought Larson was a lady.

Nope, Larson is very much a manly man.  Saw him at Bronycon and everything.  Didn't get a chance to shake his hand, though...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on October 24, 2013, 07:48:00 pm
Season 4 premier is going to be a back-to-back 2 parter (http://press.discovery.com/media/ugc/press/My_Little_Pony_Premiere_Announcement_Release_10-23-13_FINAL.pdf)

Is it time to get hype?

Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on October 24, 2013, 10:00:59 pm
Not surprised.

Excited, but not surprised.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on October 24, 2013, 10:31:36 pm
Season 4 premier is going to be a back-to-back 2 parter (http://press.discovery.com/media/ugc/press/My_Little_Pony_Premiere_Announcement_Release_10-23-13_FINAL.pdf)

Is it time to get hype?

Get hype, because we're down to less than a month, officially.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on October 29, 2013, 01:07:21 am
So I was watching The Hub today and saw the half-second teaser clips.

I have to say, it looks pretty damned good.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on October 30, 2013, 12:40:03 am
Random silliness incoming...

(http://media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/de/5c/7b/de5c7bd3d0b53d9c74642cb18aec3a94.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on October 30, 2013, 12:55:05 am
So we're going to have a Discord song incoming.

...I'm excited :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: syaoranvee on October 30, 2013, 07:01:48 am
I was playing the Scream Fortress update to TF2.  First event drop I get is a costume piece called the Magical Mercenary (http://wiki.teamfortress.com/wiki/Magical_Mercenary).  I'll let the voicelines explain it:

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on October 30, 2013, 07:14:59 am
*dying of laughter*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on November 02, 2013, 06:38:09 am
*dying of laughter*

*goes down giggling!* oh sweet Luna, I need to share this with all of my friends.  Now.

Also? guys? 21 days until Season 4.  Tick tock...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Askold on November 02, 2013, 11:58:38 am
"I am going to trot into forest and pick every one of you maggots an arragement of flowers. THEY WILL BE LOVELY! AM I MAKING MYSELF CLEAR!"

This is just one of many reasons why I love Valve and TF2.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on November 02, 2013, 01:16:16 pm
um... guys? The S4 promo has just dropped.  You may now commence fainting hard enough to make Rarity pull out her fainting couch:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FS4ZF1OEzes
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on November 02, 2013, 04:32:01 pm
IT BEGINS
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on November 02, 2013, 05:29:32 pm
(http://i.imgur.com/rYyaFu9.gif)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on November 15, 2013, 12:50:56 pm
Your link's broken, lizard.

Also, guys? One week! Well, ish.

Are you excited? I'm excited, I've never been so- *moon!*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on November 15, 2013, 06:25:08 pm
Anybody know when it'll air? Just wondering if it'll be up online before the Doctor Who 50th special airs here.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on November 15, 2013, 11:55:24 pm
Anybody know when it'll air? Just wondering if it'll be up online before the Doctor Who 50th special airs here.

The 23rd.  From what I hear, it's actually DUELING the Doctor Who special in the UK... because they air at the same time over there.

For pony, it's 10 a.m., as usual.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: I am lizard on November 16, 2013, 12:08:03 am
(http://derpicdn.net/img/2012/12/7/175008/full.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on November 16, 2013, 03:26:08 pm
(https://scontent-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/1424526_676893479008277_369163293_n.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Alehksunos on November 19, 2013, 10:00:00 pm
Incoming MLP-related drama:

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Uh, okay...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on November 19, 2013, 10:27:30 pm
...I fail to see what's wrong with it.  I find it incredibly well-written and accurate.

Maybe I missed something? :S

ETA:

Who is that in your avatar, who are they cosplaying as, and WHY ARE THEY SO AWESOME!?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Alehksunos on November 19, 2013, 10:34:57 pm
...I fail to see what's wrong with it.  I find it incredibly well-written and accurate.

Maybe I missed something? :S

ETA:

Who is that in your avatar, who are they cosplaying as, and WHY ARE THEY SO AWESOME!?

That would be Moo Niitani, founder of Compile (which doesn't exist anymore, sadly) and most notably the author of the Madou Monogatari/Puyo Puyo series (the latter being much more well known). And that would be Satan (http://puyonexus.net/wiki/Satan), a character from both series.

Edit: Oh, and what is wrong with that post, why I personally think so much of it is rather... laughable. Notably because much of the shows and toyetic properties are either irrelevant, terrible or established. But you know, it makes sense that irrelevant shows are mentioned since this was a property from the 1980's (established in 1984, if I'm correct), but with the exception of the Pokémon series, none of those shows have a considerably larger amount of fans who are teenagers and adults than its targeted audience.

In fact, what I saw throughout much of that post was apoligism of the show, but then again I have good friends, on the internet and in real life who are fans of My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic. I mean, it's an okay show, it's nothing mind-blowing. Then again, every time I return to Netflix I'm preoccupied with another really colorful show with equally colorful but sometimes annoying characters and occasionally annoying humor (hint: it's Adventure Time).
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on November 19, 2013, 10:40:28 pm
That's just all kinds of awesome.

EDIT:

From what I can tell, the post points out a lot of double standards that actually exist among rabid haters of the fans of the series, and points out that "You don't have to like it, but you do have to let US like it."

Remember, I tend to be particularly harsh on bronies, being one myself.  I still can't find anything wrong with it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on November 20, 2013, 08:37:58 am
Next time there is some MLP-related drama, I'm sure you'll be back here again to post it for us?  :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ghoti on November 22, 2013, 01:08:06 pm
TOMORROW TOMORROW TOMORROW TOMORROW TOMORROW
(http://iambrony.steeph.tp-radio.de/mlp/gif/mlfw5730-RD-SoAwesome.gif)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on November 23, 2013, 03:01:26 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ckHv-6fl-fk

There's the two-parter.  Pretty interesting, if you ask me.

Also, livestreams are annoying when they decide to just plop ads right in the middle of the episode.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Alehksunos on November 23, 2013, 05:00:18 pm
Next time there is some MLP-related drama, I'm sure you'll be back here again to post it for us?  :P

Maybe so, but almost all of them are going to wind up in a more appropriate thread (http://fqa.digibase.ca/index.php?topic=64.0), i.e. you'll see them one in a blue moon.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on November 23, 2013, 05:00:45 pm
That was FANTASTIC!

They really outdid themselves with this.

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on November 23, 2013, 06:40:26 pm
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ponka pey best pone

EDIT:

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ghoti on November 23, 2013, 07:43:31 pm
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ponka pey best pone

EDIT:

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That's a weird way to spell... I know, old joke. But seriously, is anyone else convinced that
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on November 23, 2013, 07:57:44 pm
Possibly.

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on November 23, 2013, 11:01:57 pm
The new season's off to a very strong start.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on November 23, 2013, 11:38:11 pm
Possibly.

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Also, I didn't think about it until I didn't have time to post it (work), but I just realized that the embed I posted is missing at least a few seconds that I remember catching when I watched the livestream.

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Even though the stream seems to pause at those stupid ads, it was probably the fault of the stream updating to "live" live at that point.  Happened to me.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on November 24, 2013, 12:20:27 am
It occurred to me that although Discord was manipulating Twilight and getter her all ticked off, he was actually steering her towards doing the right thing. Could that be Discord's new role? To help the Mane 6, but in the most troll-tastic ways possible? That would be great.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on November 24, 2013, 12:25:58 am
It occurred to me that although Discord was manipulating Twilight and getter her all ticked off, he was actually steering her towards doing the right thing. Could that be Discord's new role? To help the Mane 6, but in the most troll-tastic ways possible? That would be great.

That's what I assumed.

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ETA:

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ghoti on November 24, 2013, 02:00:46 am
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on November 24, 2013, 02:02:41 am
Insert "I've seen enough hentai..." joke here.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on November 24, 2013, 02:10:09 am
Insert "I've seen enough hentai..." joke here.

That was actually my first thought when a vine attacked Celestia.  Rusty laughed when I said it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on November 24, 2013, 09:22:46 am
Loved the Hel out of that 2-parter!!  I can't wait to see how this changes things going forward.

Also, the flashback scenes were awesome.  All of them.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on November 24, 2013, 01:39:17 pm
(https://scontent-a-sea.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/1460078_681094408588184_450561492_n.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on November 24, 2013, 02:10:43 pm
Lol what XD
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on November 24, 2013, 07:53:27 pm
It occurred to me that although Discord was manipulating Twilight and getter her all ticked off, he was actually steering her towards doing the right thing. Could that be Discord's new role? To help the Mane 6, but in the most troll-tastic ways possible? That would be great.

That sure would fit the "Q expy" thing quite well.  Speaking of that, that's exactly who he reminded me of in this ep.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: I am lizard on November 24, 2013, 08:14:30 pm
Possibly.

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I dislike Discord's redemption not because I liked him before, but because of how downright reckless it shows just how bad Equestrian goverment is at containing threats. I mean I'm not asking the mane 6 to become the SCP Foundation but at least lock up the statue and leave it!


(Fuck you, I am not being a pretentious freak for lashing out at minor plot holes in a show made for 6-8 year old girls!)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on November 25, 2013, 12:44:02 am
Lol what XD

CANE!!!!

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on November 25, 2013, 11:51:19 am
Say, is anyone here at all concerned over the amount of (In-universe) attention twilight is getting with her wings?

I mean, she wasn't exactly mentally stable to begin with and the stress of limb implantation combined with the stress of all the attention she's getting might be just the trigger she needs to drive herself on a murderous rampage of death!

(Yes, they would totally include something like that in a show made for little girls.)

In Episode 6, Princess Twilight burns Ponyville to the ground and forces inferior Earth Ponies into slave labor camps.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on November 25, 2013, 07:52:53 pm
You know, I'm surprised that (as far as I know) nobody's made a connection between the visual similarities of the Twilicane and Mr. Sparkle.

http://simpsons.wikia.com/wiki/Mr._Sparkle
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on November 26, 2013, 10:06:05 pm
Say, is anyone here at all concerned over the amount of (In-universe) attention twilight is getting with her wings?

I mean, she wasn't exactly mentally stable to begin with and the stress of limb implantation combined with the stress of all the attention she's getting might be just the trigger she needs to drive herself on a murderous rampage of death!

(Yes, they would totally include something like that in a show made for little girls.)

In Episode 6, Princess Twilight burns Ponyville to the ground and forces inferior Earth Ponies into slave labor camps.

Funny, we've seen the reverse as a fanfic.  It's what we refer to as 'Hitlerjack'... because AJ fully implies in THAT trainwreck of a story that Rarity's going to be raped to death, Twilight will suffer the same fate, and odds are good, so would Sweetie Belle.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: I am lizard on November 26, 2013, 11:57:51 pm
Say, is anyone here at all concerned over the amount of (In-universe) attention twilight is getting with her wings?

I mean, she wasn't exactly mentally stable to begin with and the stress of limb implantation combined with the stress of all the attention she's getting might be just the trigger she needs to drive herself on a murderous rampage of death!

(Yes, they would totally include something like that in a show made for little girls.)

In Episode 6, Princess Twilight burns Ponyville to the ground and forces inferior Earth Ponies into slave labor camps.

Funny, we've seen the reverse as a fanfic.  It's what we refer to as 'Hitlerjack'... because AJ fully implies in THAT trainwreck of a story that Rarity's going to be raped to death, Twilight will suffer the same fate, and odds are good, so would Sweetie Belle.
'Cause something called "Hitlerjack" isn't over the top enough, it needed to have rape in it!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on November 27, 2013, 05:04:38 pm
So the next episode, "Castle-Mania" just leaked
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on November 27, 2013, 07:14:39 pm
Say, is anyone here at all concerned over the amount of (In-universe) attention twilight is getting with her wings?

I mean, she wasn't exactly mentally stable to begin with and the stress of limb implantation combined with the stress of all the attention she's getting might be just the trigger she needs to drive herself on a murderous rampage of death!

(Yes, they would totally include something like that in a show made for little girls.)

In Episode 6, Princess Twilight burns Ponyville to the ground and forces inferior Earth Ponies into slave labor camps.

Funny, we've seen the reverse as a fanfic.  It's what we refer to as 'Hitlerjack'... because AJ fully implies in THAT trainwreck of a story that Rarity's going to be raped to death, Twilight will suffer the same fate, and odds are good, so would Sweetie Belle.
'Cause something called "Hitlerjack" isn't over the top enough, it needed to have rape in it!

Well, 'Hitlerjack' is the nickname we gave to it.  The fic title itself is 'Terra'.  The REALLY unfortunate thing? It was FINE for the first three chapters, which is when we posted it.  Chapter four suddenly turns it into My Little Auschwitz.  We pulled that fucker DAMN fast, apologized to the user base of EqD, and blacklisted the author.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on November 28, 2013, 05:27:10 pm
You know, I haven't watched the latest leaked 'sode yet, nor have I read any synopsis of it.  The only thing I'm aware of is the episode's title.

Having said that, I just realized that "Castle Mania" is totally a play on "Castlevania."
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: I am lizard on November 29, 2013, 12:58:10 am
https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=and+that's+how+equestria+was+made+master+key&source=images&cd=&docid=yOdoURpBslMJpM&tbnid=eFzQfvFxgSzZfM:&ved=&url=http%3A%2F%2Fequestria.fadri.org%2Fcomics%2F065-TheMasterKey.jpg&ei=eyyYUsjQAYjxoATDu4DgBg&psig=AFQjCNGzbR4aRo11vocKa1HXMuCch82kWQ&ust=1385790971392847
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on November 29, 2013, 01:37:39 am
Funny, although I bet that that won't be able to open the box. Because magic.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: I am lizard on November 30, 2013, 01:20:48 am
Funny, although I bet that that won't be able to open the box. Because magic.
Perhaps they could use a diamond pickaxe?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on December 01, 2013, 12:43:19 am
Waited til today to watch the new episode. The ending was predictable and contrived, but all in all, I liked it a lot. Rarity had the best part, IMO. Still getting used to Twilight flying. Loved the tidbit about Luna liking slides.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: I am lizard on December 01, 2013, 12:59:08 am
Waited til today to watch the new episode. The ending was predictable and contrived, but all in all, I liked it a lot. Rarity had the best part, IMO. Still getting used to Twilight flying. Loved the tidbit about Luna liking slides.

I'm sure that Tidbit will in no way inspire lager numbers of fan comics.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 01, 2013, 01:09:38 am
Waited til today to watch the new episode. The ending was predictable and contrived, but all in all, I liked it a lot. Rarity had the best part, IMO. Still getting used to Twilight flying. Loved the tidbit about Luna liking slides.

I actually kinda liked the predictable and contrived ending, it made me feel nostalgic.

Also kinda nice to see a few glimpses into the past of the two sisters.  And I'm glad we have another episodic mainstay with the diary.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 01, 2013, 07:06:56 am
Re-watching the episode, Spike just can't catch a break, can he? :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: I am lizard on December 01, 2013, 12:24:00 pm
Re-watching the episode, Spike just can't catch a break, can he? :P
I'd be okay with the cruelty-as-humor if MLP was more set up to be more of an Edd, Ed, N Eddy type dark comedy but in the MLP sugar bowl it just comes off as mean.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 01, 2013, 06:41:31 pm
.........Uh....
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 01, 2013, 10:37:52 pm
yeah, what? Trixie's an illusionist, not a knife thrower.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 02, 2013, 10:56:16 pm
That's at least funnier.

... come to think of it, I was going to give Steven Universe a shot.  Better than most of the dreck they have lately on Cartoon Network.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 03, 2013, 03:25:14 am
I have no idea what to think of Steven Universe, and I'm not sure I want to know O_o

I do know that I couldn't watch more than a few minutes of Uncle Grandpa before I came to the conclusion that, while I find absurdity inherently funny, Uncle Grandpa was just too absurd to be funny.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 03, 2013, 06:26:49 pm
My first thought? "The people that really truly like Uncle Grandpa are probably the same ones that got pissed off over how Derpy was portrayed in The Last Roundup."


Me? I find it so lolrandom that I'm of the opinion that even Pinkie would be put off by it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 03, 2013, 11:40:32 pm
My first thought? "The people that really truly like Uncle Grandpa are probably the same ones that got pissed off over how Derpy was portrayed in The Last Roundup."


Me? I find it so lolrandom that I'm of the opinion that even Pinkie would be put off by it.
The only place characters that obnoxiously Gary Sue-ish deserve be is in a Foundation/GOC termination log.


... now I want to write a 'Pinkie Meets The SCP' fic... because the one Twilight fic we got died on the vine.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: I am lizard on December 04, 2013, 12:56:06 am
My first thought? "The people that really truly like Uncle Grandpa are probably the same ones that got pissed off over how Derpy was portrayed in The Last Roundup."


Me? I find it so lolrandom that I'm of the opinion that even Pinkie would be put off by it.
The only place characters that obnoxiously Gary Sue-ish deserve be is in a Foundation/GOC termination log.
... now I want to write a 'Pinkie Meets The SCP' fic... because the one Twilight fic we got died on the vine.
Ask and though shall receive http://quadren4.deviantart.com/art/SCP-Containment-is-magic-Page-2-322452010
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Feral Dog on December 05, 2013, 01:55:27 am
I have no idea what to think of Steven Universe, and I'm not sure I want to know O_o

I do know that I couldn't watch more than a few minutes of Uncle Grandpa before I came to the conclusion that, while I find absurdity inherently funny, Uncle Grandpa was just too absurd to be funny.

It's like they tried to combine Spongebob and Adventure Time based on what they remember of a summary of both given to them by a junior high school pothead.

Terrible.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 06, 2013, 06:11:46 pm
Looks like they finally released a soundtrack on iTunes.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 06, 2013, 10:34:19 pm
Looks like they finally released a soundtrack on iTunes.

I saw the list.  The only major disappointment I have with it is the distinct lack of an extended opening theme.  Having said that, it's pretty cool that they even did it at all.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: solar. on December 06, 2013, 11:18:53 pm
Finally, a high quality version of The Smile Song without any sound effects in the background. A low quality version was leaked in 2011.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 07, 2013, 02:38:30 pm
Just saw new episode. solid 7/10, bretty good. Rainbow completely spazzing out does get a little annoying after a while. Pinkie is still the greatest.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 07, 2013, 05:30:32 pm
Saw the episode myself.

It was an okay episode.  Not the greatest, but I can't really say it was awful either.

(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 07, 2013, 06:43:04 pm
Just saw new episode. solid 7/10, bretty good. Rainbow completely spazzing out does get a little annoying after a while. Pinkie is still the greatest.
I thought it sucked, the whole thing consisted of that guy sitting their until the end where he turned he head towards the camera and started screaming.

Are you okay?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 08, 2013, 04:15:00 pm
Yeah.  I mean, Regular Show is actually on the list, it shouldn't be there at all.

(Just kidding, I know what you're referring to, and all I can say is that, while I wouldn't put it past certain parts of the brony fandom, I think that there might actually be enough numbers in the brony fandom to support the votes)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Alehksunos on December 08, 2013, 10:44:24 pm
But My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic is pure gold! There was no other show that helped me feel better about my life! Before, I was complaining about my overwhelming chode covering up my GG Allen penis and how I'll live in my mother's basement all my lif, never fucking bitches ever. Now with My Little Pony (THIS IS NOT A FUCKING LITTLE GIRL'S SHOW, IT'S MANLY HAS HELL. THE NEW MANLINESS. DON'T ANY OF YOU FAGGOTS TELL ME IT'S A GIRL'S SHOW, CUZ YOU'RE A FAGGOT YOURSELF) I feel better about my life. Twilight is my waifu, k? So is Fluttershy. NO ONE TALKS SHIT ABOUT HER. Those poor future kids will never feel the same way with Gravity Falls, Wonder Over Yonder and Stephen Universe. FUCK THOSE FAGGOT SHOWS. My Little Pony is where it's all at. BRB, fapping Twilight again.

(I'm convinced that with a post like this, I would fit right at home in a site like Something Awful, but fuck paying a $10 fee to be member, let alone its elitist nature.)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Alehksunos on December 09, 2013, 02:12:58 am
It might be that I'm functioning on a low-sleep schedule but I don't know what you just said...

References to people who think My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic is one of the greatest shows ever (it's not that good) and how I find it so hard to imagine what their lives were like before.

This was a joke response to the rigging of the Cartoon of 2013 polls.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 09, 2013, 08:36:09 am
But My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic is pure gold! There was no other show that helped me feel better about my life! Before, I was complaining about my overwhelming chode covering up my GG Allen penis and how I'll live in my mother's basement all my lif, never fucking bitches ever. Now with My Little Pony (THIS IS NOT A FUCKING LITTLE GIRL'S SHOW, IT'S MANLY HAS HELL. THE NEW MANLINESS. DON'T ANY OF YOU FAGGOTS TELL ME IT'S A GIRL'S SHOW, CUZ YOU'RE A FAGGOT YOURSELF) I feel better about my life. Twilight is my waifu, k? So is Fluttershy. NO ONE TALKS SHIT ABOUT HER. Those poor future kids will never feel the same way with Gravity Falls, Wonder Over Yonder and Stephen Universe. FUCK THOSE FAGGOT SHOWS. My Little Pony is where it's all at. BRB, fapping Twilight again.

(I'm convinced that with a post like this, I would fit right at home in a site like Something Awful, but fuck paying a $10 fee to be member, let alone its elitist nature.)

You sound upset.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Askold on December 10, 2013, 12:46:47 am
I was a bit suprised when I realised that my wife was showing the finnish dub of MLP:FIM to our older daughter. Apparently she wanted to see some new show (rather than demanding to see the same exact episode of one show several times in a row as she used to do.)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on December 10, 2013, 01:03:17 am
So, when the gold ring got flung into the fireplace, was I the only one half expecting elvish writing to appear on it?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 10, 2013, 02:44:31 am
So, when the gold ring got flung into the fireplace, was I the only one half expecting elvish writing to appear on it?

Would have been funny, but that would have been mixing references.

And you gotta admit, guys.  Daring Do being legit and passing her exploits off as fiction? Azzie (because fuck spelling out his name) being added to the 'rogue's gallery' of baddies? Dash being INCLUDED in the new book?!

... oh yeah.  It was dork-tastic.

... ... don't tell me none of you weren't dying of laughter when Dash and Twi were having the canon argument.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 10, 2013, 03:55:44 am
So, when the gold ring got flung into the fireplace, was I the only one half expecting elvish writing to appear on it?

Would have been funny, but that would have been mixing references.

And you gotta admit, guys.  Daring Do being legit and passing her exploits off as fiction? Azzie (because fuck spelling out his name) being added to the 'rogue's gallery' of baddies? Dash being INCLUDED in the new book?!

... oh yeah.  It was dork-tastic.

... ... don't tell me none of you weren't dying of laughter when Dash and Twi were having the canon argument.

I find it hilarious but I didn't actually laugh.

I'm just one of those people who tends to keep his emotions inside at all times.  I might smile or grin but actually getting me to sincerely laugh is hard.

...Well, no, "hard" isn't the right word.  "Weird" is the right word.  I can look at the best comedy skit in the universe and not laugh.  However, say five words funny and my brain shorts out and I spend the next half an hour laughing and trying not to faint.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 10, 2013, 06:54:59 am
Would love to see "Azzie" make more appearances on the show, one cool looking villain.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 10, 2013, 02:44:54 pm
Would love to see "Azzie" make more appearances on the show, one cool looking villain.

And his appearance is even legit... by which, I mean the show animators and artists actually did their homework on how he's supposed to look.  Points to them for historical references!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on December 10, 2013, 11:48:41 pm
Nope. I wasn't the only one.

(https://i.chzbgr.com/maxW500/7943744768/h8C33D9E1/)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 11, 2013, 05:37:17 am
*flails!* oh, for the love of Luna's Glorious Teats!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 13, 2013, 06:42:51 am
Looks like we'll be getting more Scootaloo tommorow.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 13, 2013, 01:17:43 pm
Scootaloo? I thought it was Power Ponies this week.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 13, 2013, 02:25:29 pm
No, that's next week. this week it's "Fight to the Finish" with Rainbow Dash and the CMC
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 13, 2013, 02:57:50 pm
Huh! I'm okay with this!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 14, 2013, 10:54:02 am
I'm watching the episode now.  Too bad I'm going to have to watch it again on Youtube because Ustream SUCKS ASS.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 14, 2013, 04:20:42 pm
I just saw the episode.

Best CMC episode ever.  Usually I cringe a little when a CMC episode airs (but then I watch it anyways because it's still good) but this time it was just fantastic.  The new writer did a great job.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 14, 2013, 06:14:10 pm
If I was Ms. Harshwhinny (however you spell it) I would have slapped the shit out of Rainbow Dash.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 14, 2013, 07:04:36 pm
She did so verbally towards the beginning at least.

Which is why Rainbow Dash pretty much had to entirely restrain herself the entire episode.

And then ending with a classical bit of hypocritical humor.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on December 15, 2013, 12:49:53 pm
So, when the gold ring got flung into the fireplace, was I the only one half expecting elvish writing to appear on it?

I'm wondering why the heck Daring Do didn't just smash the ring on the ground and destroy it in the first place like she did at the end of the episode given how dangerous it could be. Although she did say she wanted to get into the temple, but the evil plan wouldn't have worked without the ring.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Alehksunos on December 15, 2013, 12:53:18 pm
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You sound upset.

Thanks. (For taking that post seriously.)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 15, 2013, 07:10:00 pm
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You sound upset.

Thanks. (For taking that post seriously.)

no problem m8
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on December 17, 2013, 11:25:51 pm
A bit of random speculation/head-cannon that came to me today:

Snowflake (a.k.a. Roid Rage) has the same disability as Scootaloo. Bodybuilding isn't just his special talent, it's the only way he's able to generate enough power to fly with his tiny wings.

He might even be related to Scoots, a cousin, perhaps. That's how the CMC not only know him, but are on good enough terms to get him to help them train, despite the fact that he was clearly not thrilled about it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 18, 2013, 01:25:41 pm
A bit of random speculation/head-cannon that came to me today:

Snowflake (a.k.a. Roid Rage) has the same disability as Scootaloo. Bodybuilding isn't just his special talent, it's the only way he's able to generate enough power to fly with his tiny wings.

He might even be related to Scoots, a cousin, perhaps. That's how the CMC not only know him, but are on good enough terms to get him to help them train, despite the fact that he was clearly not thrilled about it.

It seems that a My Little Brony user has a slightly different take. (http://cheezburger.com/7959028992)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 19, 2013, 06:51:04 pm
So, who's ready to POWER UP on Saturday? <3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 19, 2013, 07:50:12 pm
I AM READY!!!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 19, 2013, 08:02:34 pm
How do you give Pinkie more superpowers than she already has?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 19, 2013, 10:04:59 pm
apparently by giving her Dash's speed.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 20, 2013, 06:58:55 pm
good point, but I think those operated on Rule of Funny.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 20, 2013, 07:03:46 pm
good point, but I think those operated on Rule of Funny.

True, though I will say that Pinkie Pie's reality-breaking powers are actually somewhat canon, because Rainbow Dash noticed her stop in mid-air and slowly dip into water.

This... this just allows her to break reality more steadily, which the Flash pretty much does anyways.  It's just that Pinkie Pie appears to be on a permanent sugar high, judging by the previews.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 20, 2013, 07:20:12 pm
you mean she isn't on a permanent sugar high already?

... that being said, I'd really like a calm, relaxing slice of life episode around Pinkie, where she's just running Sugarcube Corner for the day.  It'd be a bottle episode, sure, but it'd be pleasant to have an episode with almost no conflict for once.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 20, 2013, 07:24:10 pm
you mean she isn't on a permanent sugar high already?

... that being said, I'd really like a calm, relaxing slice of life episode around Pinkie, where she's just running Sugarcube Corner for the day.  It'd be a bottle episode, sure, but it'd be pleasant to have an episode with almost no conflict for once.

Unfortunately, conflict drives any plot, even slice of life plots.  Without one, you basically don't have a story to tell.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 20, 2013, 07:25:19 pm
yeah, I know... still, it'd be nice.  Like the idea I had for a Celestia and Luna episode.  The sisters ditch the regalia and just go out to do things like shopping.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Zygarde on December 20, 2013, 07:48:04 pm
I think that happened in the last IDW Comic.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 21, 2013, 04:26:16 pm
Just saw the new episode.

I'm more geeking out about the concept than the episode itself (though it was a good episode, IMO)

An homage to comic books in a show that's primarily aimed at girls.

In other words, they're acknowledging that girls have diverse interests and that they sometimes like things that are considered "traditionally" aimed at boys.

Also, many props to Twilight for not disparaging comic books because she reads "real books".  She treated comic books on the same level as other books (which may imply that she reads them herself?)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 21, 2013, 07:00:53 pm
Mane-iac has a fucking great villain laugh, reminds me of Mark Hamill's Joker.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 21, 2013, 07:08:00 pm
Mane-iac has a fucking great villain laugh, reminds me of Mark Hamill's Joker.

I get the impression that was intentional, what with the fact that Mane-iac's origin story was a reference to Joker's
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on December 21, 2013, 07:22:44 pm
And her purple body, green hair color scheme.

Rarity has been awesome so far this season. I thought she was great in this episode, even though she didn't have a major role.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on December 21, 2013, 08:12:12 pm
So after you finish the quest, the book disappears? What a ripoff.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 22, 2013, 10:09:49 am
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVYfU-uwYEc

Took a little longer than I thought for this to become a thing.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 26, 2013, 07:16:54 pm
So, apparently Weird Al (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2013/12/episode-11-threes-crowd-synopsis_26.html) is actually making an appearance some time this series. I know everybody was begging it to happen after he tweeted those pony mash-up videos with his polka songs, I'm amazed it actually happened.

Hype train activated.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 26, 2013, 08:21:41 pm
ALLLLL ABOOOOOOOARRRRRRD!  I feel a musical hype train ride coming on....
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Zygarde on December 26, 2013, 08:44:01 pm
all i can think of when I hear that is this video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FhYr4RGp_TE
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on December 26, 2013, 09:37:23 pm
those pony mash-up videos with his polka songs,
Whaaaaa?! Link?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ghoti on December 26, 2013, 11:11:50 pm
Did anyone else say/think "You're genre-savvy, Spike, THAT'S your superpower!"? Cuz I was practically shouting it at the screen, especially during Mane-iac's monologue.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 26, 2013, 11:19:42 pm
those pony mash-up videos with his polka songs,
Whaaaaa?! Link?

Fluttershyelsa's stuff.  Here you go:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WhOlAU4t9Hs
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 28, 2013, 03:30:01 pm
This weeks episode was very.....meh. I dunno, just didn't like it. song was alright though.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on December 28, 2013, 06:22:32 pm
I liked it, especially Flutterbat. Didn't like the song though.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Patches on December 28, 2013, 07:26:59 pm
I was pretty "meh" on this episode, too, mostly because it was all stuff we've seen before.  It was pretty much the exact same conflict as "Over a Barrel", involving the same character.  They tried to mix it up with Flutterbat, but having just done the "Fluttershy turns into a monster" gag in the previous episode, it kind of fell flat here.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on December 28, 2013, 07:36:44 pm
I liked it a lot! I liked that the writer paired up two characters who don't interact much, and that the conflict wasn't black-and-white. "Over a Barrel" did that too, but "Bats!" did it better if you ask me.
I agree. I think the conflict and the overall episode was better than Over a Barrel. I never much liked that episode.

Also, the Winter Wrap Up reference made me smile.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on December 29, 2013, 02:05:58 am
I enjoyed this week's episode.  Also, I just want to go on record saying that Flutterbat's design was cool as shit.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on December 29, 2013, 10:31:11 pm
I like vampony Fluttershy more than Alicorn Twilight.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on December 29, 2013, 10:50:23 pm
I like vampony Fluttershy more than Alicorn Twilight.

In that same vein, proving bronies have FAR too much fucking money for their own good:  http://www.ebay.com/itm/My-Little-Pony-Friendship-is-Magic-MLP-FIM-Flutterbat-plush-/121244268123?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ghoti on December 30, 2013, 01:36:48 am
I like vampony Fluttershy more than Alicorn Twilight.
Seconded, and I like Twilicorn.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 30, 2013, 07:37:27 am
Thirded, simply because bats + non-bats = awesome.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 30, 2013, 07:28:55 pm
I like vampony Fluttershy more than Alicorn Twilight.

In that same vein, proving bronies have FAR too much fucking money for their own good:  http://www.ebay.com/itm/My-Little-Pony-Friendship-is-Magic-MLP-FIM-Flutterbat-plush-/121244268123?

...A THOUSAND dollars, are you fucking kidding me?!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on December 30, 2013, 08:40:30 pm
I would like to point out the resolution of this episode was a shitty one from an ecological perspective.
If you give those bats easy access to food they'll end up becoming unable to find food elsewhere, so if there is ever a disease that takes out  a significant portion of the apple crop then the bats will all starve. Another possibility is that the bats will end up overpopulating and killing off other species.


Kid's... cartoon...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on December 30, 2013, 09:17:42 pm
I would like to point out the resolution of this episode was a shitty one from an ecological perspective.
If you give those bats easy access to food they'll end up becoming unable to find food elsewhere, so if there is ever a disease that takes out  a significant portion of the apple crop then the bats will all starve. Another possibility is that the bats will end up overpopulating and killing off other species.

This is a show about magical ponies that can control the weather and use mind control. I think the ecology will be fine.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on December 30, 2013, 09:23:56 pm
It's not that different from domesticating other animals, anyway.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ghoti on December 30, 2013, 10:30:36 pm
Sure, go for it. *munches popcorn*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on December 31, 2013, 09:14:36 am
'Bout time we got a Rarity episode, finally. I'm sure next weeks episode will be interesting.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on January 01, 2014, 10:49:04 am
'Bout time we got a Rarity episode, finally. I'm sure next weeks episode will be interesting.

A Rarity episode?  Was there an extra episode this week that I missed?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 01, 2014, 12:26:06 pm
'Bout time we got a Rarity episode, finally. I'm sure next weeks episode will be interesting.

A Rarity episode?  Was there an extra episode this week that I missed?

Nah, the episode this Saturday is a rarara episode.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 04, 2014, 11:44:49 pm
I'm surprised nobody's posted in this thread about the episode.  It wasn't too bad, but I can already see how people might not like it.  Then again I'm not sure that's saying much.  I don't hold the delusion that it's possible to have an episode that everybody in the fandom enjoys these days.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on January 04, 2014, 11:57:31 pm
I enjoyed it.

There was another way I thought they could have ended it, which may or may not have been better. Whatsernamebitchpony could have won the competition, but when they asked her to produce her designs for sale, she wouldn't know how to make more of the special fabric, proving her to be a fraud, and her underhandedness would have bitten her in the ass. Then they would have recognized Rarity as the rightful winner. But then again, it might have taken too much time to go that route.

Anyway, how long you figure until the Hinny of the Hills fan fiction and videos start showing up?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Askold on January 05, 2014, 02:23:30 am
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 05, 2014, 03:09:19 am
Never have raptors looked so adorable.

Sorry Iro... oh wait he doesn't read this thread.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Patches on January 05, 2014, 08:43:05 am
I'm surprised nobody's posted in this thread about the episode.  It wasn't too bad, but I can already see how people might not like it.  Then again I'm not sure that's saying much.  I don't hold the delusion that it's possible to have an episode that everybody in the fandom enjoys these days.
I always love me a Rarity episode, and thought this one was generally decent.  There were a couple of pacing issues (half the stuff at the train station at the beginning could have been axed in favor of spending more time on her transition into a slave driver), and the execution of the moral felt more along the lines of "Bribery gets you stuff!" 

And the rest of the Mane 6 missing her show was a dick move.  They had Twilight "OCD" Sparkle with them, and their excuse was that they "overslept"?  Really?  If Twilight missed an appointment due to something like that, she would have been freaking out even more than Rarity, but she was just like, "Um, yeah, whoops."

But other than that I liked the episode.  I tend to like Rarity episodes in general due to them often playing the "business relationship" angle of things which leads to some more "adult" conflicts that you don't often see.  As an engineer, "Suited for Success" is still my favorite episode because that is ABSOLUTELY what happens when Marketing tries to tell Engineering how to do their jobs.  And this episode pretty much explained why Non-Disclosure Agreements exist.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 05, 2014, 02:57:09 pm
The largest complaint I've got (echoed by many folks I know) is that several of the cast just Don't Need To Be There.

Daring Don't? Between Dash and Twi, they could have had that locked up, no problem.  Twi herself is a walking mage nuke, for the Sister's sakes...

This last episode? AJ and Rarity.  That's it.  Rarity for the show, AJ for family.  No reason for the others to even go.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 06, 2014, 08:20:12 pm
Several episodes from now, Spike will lose it and go on a shooting spree.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 06, 2014, 11:49:25 pm
Several episodes from now, Spike will lose it and go on a shooting spree.

I really want to see him stop getting kicked around.  I seriously want to see him go... well, not 'Secret of my Excess' berserk, but enough downright pissed that he finally gets EVERYPONY'S attention, Celestia and Luna included, and just give them a piece of his mind.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ghoti on January 07, 2014, 12:34:17 am
Several episodes from now, Spike will lose it and go on a shooting spree.

I really want to see him stop getting kicked around.  I seriously want to see him go... well, not 'Secret of my Excess' berserk, but enough downright pissed that he finally gets EVERYPONY'S attention, Celestia and Luna included, and just give them a piece of his mind.
Please, for the love of Celestia, no more Spike episodes. Just, no. By the time "Spike at your Service" happened, I wanted to slap the writer(s) responsible. Please, please, please, no more Spike. Do an Applejack epp, or more Rarity, or even more Pinkie Pie. Do one about the background ponies, for heaven's sake![/rant]
To clarify, I don't dislike Spike, or think he's a bad character, I just hate how much focus he gets competed to some of the Mane Six (like Rarity and Applejack, as stated above). I realize there are legitimate reasons for, say, Applejack's lack of episodes (it's hard to do something meaningful with a character when she's already exactly where she wants to be), but I've had enough Spike to last me at least half a season, thanks.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 07, 2014, 02:02:16 am
I actually liked most of the Spike-specific episodes ._.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ghoti on January 07, 2014, 02:57:33 am
I actually liked most of the Spike-specific episodes ._.
So did I (at least most of them, Spike at your Service rubbed me a wrong way). What I don't like is how common they are.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Alehksunos on January 07, 2014, 10:19:54 pm
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The Brony documentary is the dumbest thing, because it was made and paid for by people with an overwhelming bias towards portraying the community in as positive a light as possible

There’s nothing in there about the time when Milk wrote about some negative experiences she had at a pony convention, and was subsequently flooded by hundreds upon hundreds of death and rape threats (The Daily Dot wrote an article about that one if you’re interested)

Nothing about how BronyCon was originally going to allow open sale of pornography despite being an all-ages My Little Pony-convention

There’s nothing about how one of the most enduringly popular fan-creations is a comic based entirely around the idea that rape is funny

And I will bet any amount of money that if it was being filmed now, there would be nothing in it, about the (to the best of my knowledge still on-going) campaign to bully, humiliate, and silence a teenage girl trying to turn the fandom into a safer place (http://hcandersen.tumblr.com/post/72568207085)

tl;dr:* Why Brony (the documentary) is shit 101.

*If a couple of paragraphs is too long for you, go fuck yourself.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: nickiknack on January 07, 2014, 10:33:33 pm
I would like to know what fan created comic is based around that rape is funny. Sorry, I really don't get into to much of the fan work stuff of late.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Alehksunos on January 07, 2014, 10:37:31 pm
His name would be John Jolesco (I'm terrible at memorizing his last name), and his "comic" (more so an Ask [character] blog, and one of those deliberately OOC blogs) is known to the MLP fandom world as Ask Molestria. That's right, Celestria is re-fabricated as a serial rapist, by name molesting various other characters of the show.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 07, 2014, 10:54:18 pm
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The Brony documentary is the dumbest thing, because it was made and paid for by people with an overwhelming bias towards portraying the community in as positive a light as possible

Even better, afterwards the creators were complaining about people pirating the thing. Because they didn't see this coming, considering this fandom started when people started putting the episodes on Youtube and torrent sites. lel.

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That's right, Celestria is re-fabricated as a serial rapist, by name molesting various other characters of the show.

Oh yeah, I remember that. I also remember going through that blog and not actually finding any instances of rape jokes or trivializing rape. So, yeah.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 10, 2014, 01:54:52 am
It's Joseco, Ask Molestia, and the worst it gets is implied groping and playful "you're getting SO laid tonight, now come with me".


And I'm acquainted with the guy.  Nice dude.  Also, yeah, not a whole lot of rape there.  Like, there hasn't been anything of that nature since the VERY early days of the tumblr.  Molly's more interested in getting the Royal Tush stuffed.  Not that I blame her.  Praise the sun, indeed...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 10, 2014, 06:16:28 am
Say, am I the only one who thinks the dragons should get there culture more fleshed out (as well as zebra's,gryphons,ect)?

You said something positive should happen to dragons so my answer is automatically "I agree, that should be the case."
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 10, 2014, 03:06:39 pm
Say, am I the only one who thinks the dragons should get there culture more fleshed out (as well as zebra's,gryphons,ect)?

You said something positive should happen to dragons so my answer is automatically "I agree, that should be the case."

Yeah, right there with you.  Dragon Quest was a travesty and there needed to direly be more.  Also, have you SEEN my avatar? Gryphon Kingdoms, especially after seeing Gilda WAY back in S1 NEEDS to happen.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 10, 2014, 03:12:09 pm
...I loved Dragon Quest :(
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 10, 2014, 03:13:56 pm
A travesty in portraying most other dragons as absolute dicks.  I know there's more to it than that.

... come to think of it, I need to link you to something, next time I'm in IRC.  You'll squee, I think :3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ghoti on January 10, 2014, 03:15:20 pm
Say, am I the only one who thinks the dragons should get there culture more fleshed out (as well as zebra's,gryphons,ect)?

You said something positive should happen to dragons so my answer is automatically "I agree, that should be the case."

Yeah, right there with you.  Dragon Quest was a travesty and there needed to direly be more.  Also, have you SEEN my avatar? Gryphon Kingdoms, especially after seeing Gilda WAY back in S1 NEEDS to happen.
Now THAT would be awesome. I would sell my left ovary for a dragon/griffin culture episode, and it's definitely feasible. They've touched on the idea of exploring other species' cultures (Over A Barrel) and on the idea of characters/elements from previous seasons in new episodes (Luna, the Crystal Empire). Now we wait.
Slight tangent, but another thing I'd love to reappear is the Equestria Rodeo that was a plot point in The Last Roundup. At the very least, it would give Applejack a shot at more character development and it's a good counterpart for the Crystal Empire in terms of former-oneshot-ness.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 10, 2014, 03:25:59 pm
You guys might get the opportunity to see your ideas realized at some point.  After all, Season 5 (http://"http://www.equestriadaily.com/2014/01/season-5-confirmed.html") has been confirmed!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ghoti on January 10, 2014, 03:39:26 pm
You guys might get the opportunity to see your ideas realized at some point.  After all, Season 5 (http://"http://www.equestriadaily.com/2014/01/season-5-confirmed.html") has been confirmed!
*screaming, toe-curling fangasm*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on January 10, 2014, 03:45:19 pm
And this season's far from over. There's still plenty of time for it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 10, 2014, 03:46:30 pm
A travesty in portraying most other dragons as absolute dicks.

It kinda came across more like "teenagers can be dicks so don't join their cliques" :V There were a lot of dragons and the only ones that were really dicks were Garble's gang.

And even his gang had some problems with what he was doing with the Phoenix eggs.

That said, looking forward to the link :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 10, 2014, 03:54:42 pm
My concern is that... well, we've been rumored and promised new locales since late season 2... what have we gotten? Crystal Empire, and a nod to Saddle Arabia.  C'mon, there's more out there!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 10, 2014, 07:16:32 pm
You guys might get the opportunity to see your ideas realized at some point.  After all, Season 5 (http://"http://www.equestriadaily.com/2014/01/season-5-confirmed.html") has been confirmed!

No brakes on the money train!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ultimate Paragon on January 11, 2014, 12:13:01 am
You guys might get the opportunity to see your ideas realized at some point.  After all, Season 5 (http://"http://www.equestriadaily.com/2014/01/season-5-confirmed.html") has been confirmed!

No brakes on the money train!

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 11, 2014, 02:15:57 am
Yeah that part I didn't like so much, admittedly.

Then again I'm an utter dragon fanboy, so seeing them, good or bad, makes me happy.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on January 11, 2014, 11:37:44 am
Say, am I the only one who thinks the dragons should get there culture more fleshed out (as well as zebra's,gryphons,ect)?

You said something positive should happen to dragons so my answer is automatically "I agree, that should be the case."

Yeah, right there with you.  Dragon Quest was a travesty and there needed to direly be more.  Also, have you SEEN my avatar? Gryphon Kingdoms, especially after seeing Gilda WAY back in S1 NEEDS to happen.
Now THAT would be awesome. I would sell my left ovary for a dragon/griffin culture episode, and it's definitely feasible. They've touched on the idea of exploring other species' cultures (Over A Barrel) and on the idea of characters/elements from previous seasons in new episodes (Luna, the Crystal Empire). Now we wait.
Slight tangent, but another thing I'd love to reappear is the Equestria Rodeo that was a plot point in The Last Roundup. At the very least, it would give Applejack a shot at more character development and it's a good counterpart for the Crystal Empire in terms of former-oneshot-ness.

...I keep forgetting you have ovaries.  I've gotten so used to "Shane is a man" that I sometimes forget the "transgender" part.

But yes.  I want to see more about those other races on MLP.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 11, 2014, 03:15:47 pm
I LOVED THIS EPISODE XD

I don't think I could even define why, just... I loved it XD
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 11, 2014, 03:41:41 pm
I LOVED THIS EPISODE XD

I don't think I could even define why, just... I loved it XD

Because Big Mac in floaties? :3

*runs away giggling*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 11, 2014, 03:44:26 pm
Big Mac period, probably.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ghoti on January 11, 2014, 03:45:51 pm
Say, am I the only one who thinks the dragons should get there culture more fleshed out (as well as zebra's,gryphons,ect)?

You said something positive should happen to dragons so my answer is automatically "I agree, that should be the case."

Yeah, right there with you.  Dragon Quest was a travesty and there needed to direly be more.  Also, have you SEEN my avatar? Gryphon Kingdoms, especially after seeing Gilda WAY back in S1 NEEDS to happen.
Now THAT would be awesome. I would sell my left ovary for a dragon/griffin culture episode, and it's definitely feasible. They've touched on the idea of exploring other species' cultures (Over A Barrel) and on the idea of characters/elements from previous seasons in new episodes (Luna, the Crystal Empire). Now we wait.
Slight tangent, but another thing I'd love to reappear is the Equestria Rodeo that was a plot point in The Last Roundup. At the very least, it would give Applejack a shot at more character development and it's a good counterpart for the Crystal Empire in terms of former-oneshot-ness.

...I keep forgetting you have ovaries.  I've gotten so used to "Shane is a man" that I sometimes forget the "transgender" part.

But yes.  I want to see more about those other races on MLP.
... I'm William. Shane is Commander Shepard. *eyebrow raise*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 11, 2014, 03:59:36 pm
I gotta say I'm just as disappointed as Pinkie in finding out that there's no definitive answer to their rather distant common relation.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 12, 2014, 06:07:29 am
Okay, a side note, but this became sort of a hilarious in-joke between me and Rusty.

Basically, in a vacuum, I made my pony OC a necromancer unicorn, because I like necromancers.

Turns out, for some reason, necroponies are one of the more common OC types out there.  Ranging from unicorns (99% of them) to an earth pony using her deceased sister's unicorn horn to perform necromancy (I think this counts as the 1%)

Seriously, lots of pony necromancer OCs out there, and I am amused.  Not annoyed, amused.  I don't know why so many people thought that necromancers and ponies went together so well, but apparently it happened. XD I never really wanted to be speshul anyways, uniqueness is overrated.

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 12, 2014, 01:07:33 pm
Pinkie Pie is the fuckin' greatest. almost every frame of the episode was one new reaction image after another.

Also, apparently Slenderman decided to make an appearance in the latest episode.
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ghoti on January 12, 2014, 01:44:01 pm
"Apples to the Core" is best pony. That is all.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on January 12, 2014, 09:08:44 pm
Big Mac was the best part of the episode. And I'm not just saying that because he's my favorite non-mane 6 character. Or maybe I am.

Anyone else catch the Twilightliscious joke?

Also, an update on my season 4 wishlist.
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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 12, 2014, 11:57:42 pm
So I was thinking about something, and beyond the visual clues I think I have a headcanon that strongly suggests that Pinkie and Applejack are related.

Okay, so Pinkie notices that Great Auntie Applesauce is a fourth cousin Twice removed to the Pie family (or so she says).  Now, even though the entry is smudged, Pinkie confidence suggests that the exact name of the pony that Applesauce is related to is one that Pinkie recognizes, possibly one of her parents or grandparents.  When she reads this, she assumes that it refers to HER parent/grandparent.  THIS is why she's initially so certain, before Applejack brings doubt into things by noting that what Pinkie subconsciously/automatically thought was "Pie" wasn't really legible.

Of course, this means that popular to what might be popular headcanon, Pinkie and Applejack aren't possible 4th cousins twice removed, but potentially either fifth cousins thrice removed, sixth cousins twice removed, or sixth cousins once removed.  This is assuming either one or two generations between the unknown Pie, two generations between the great aunt (not up for debate by definition) and Applejack, and either side having more generations crammed between the common ancestor of the Pie/Apple family.

Yay for overthinking cartoon ancestry!  Of course the best part of about this headcanon is that it doesn't conflict with canon because Applejack's doubts over where it says "Pie" are reasonable as ponies do seem to be capable of sharing "first" names with each other.  Therefore Pinkie could still have jumped to the wrong conclusion just because she saw her mother/father/grandmother/grandfather's first name and mistook it as referring to said pony.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on January 13, 2014, 12:18:54 am
Big Mac was the best part of the episode. And I'm not just saying that because he's my favorite non-mane 6 character. Or maybe I am.

Am I the only one annoyed that virtually the only dialog he had was "yup" and "nope"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 13, 2014, 12:27:36 am
Big Mac was the best part of the episode. And I'm not just saying that because he's my favorite non-mane 6 character. Or maybe I am.

Am I the only one annoyed that virtually the only dialog he had was "yup" and "nope"

Eeeeyup.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on January 13, 2014, 12:47:16 am
Big Mac was the best part of the episode. And I'm not just saying that because he's my favorite non-mane 6 character. Or maybe I am.

Am I the only one annoyed that virtually the only dialog he had was "yup" and "nope"
Not me. There were two meta-jokes about it, which IMO not only makes it okay, but in a way even better than if he had a lot of dialog. Plus, his eeyups and nnopes had more emotion and subtext than ever before.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 13, 2014, 12:57:29 am
So   Pinkie sad she was Applebloom's "fourth cousin twice removed by a fifth cousin."  This either means that Pinkie misspoke, or that the name she thought she saw was one of her fifth cousins.

...you know what?  I'm trying to incorporate that into my little line of thinking up there, and I'm just getting confused. I think it means they still count as distant cousins but it makes them even more distantly so.  Goddammit.  I don't know if I can take Pinkie Pie's offhand remark seriously.  It just makes things too complicated.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ghoti on January 13, 2014, 02:34:42 am
It's Pinkie Pie, for whose sake the laws of physics fuck right off. I don't suggest taking anything she says that seriously. Besides, Pinkie is frequently more childish and naive than the rest of the mane six, so she might have misunderstood what the (proposed) connection was.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on January 13, 2014, 07:24:52 am
Say, am I the only one who thinks the dragons should get there culture more fleshed out (as well as zebra's,gryphons,ect)?

You said something positive should happen to dragons so my answer is automatically "I agree, that should be the case."

Yeah, right there with you.  Dragon Quest was a travesty and there needed to direly be more.  Also, have you SEEN my avatar? Gryphon Kingdoms, especially after seeing Gilda WAY back in S1 NEEDS to happen.
Now THAT would be awesome. I would sell my left ovary for a dragon/griffin culture episode, and it's definitely feasible. They've touched on the idea of exploring other species' cultures (Over A Barrel) and on the idea of characters/elements from previous seasons in new episodes (Luna, the Crystal Empire). Now we wait.
Slight tangent, but another thing I'd love to reappear is the Equestria Rodeo that was a plot point in The Last Roundup. At the very least, it would give Applejack a shot at more character development and it's a good counterpart for the Crystal Empire in terms of former-oneshot-ness.

...I keep forgetting you have ovaries.  I've gotten so used to "Shane is a man" that I sometimes forget the "transgender" part.

But yes.  I want to see more about those other races on MLP.
... I'm William. Shane is Commander Shepard. *eyebrow raise*

I blame your avatar looking juuuust enough like Shane's photos to be confusing at 100x100 scale.  Even though I'm pretty sure Shane doesn't smoke.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on January 13, 2014, 01:18:36 pm
Big Mac was the best part of the episode. And I'm not just saying that because he's my favorite non-mane 6 character. Or maybe I am.

Am I the only one annoyed that virtually the only dialog he had was "yup" and "nope"
Not me. There were two meta-jokes about it, which IMO not only makes it okay, but in a way even better than if he had a lot of dialog. Plus, his eeyups and nnopes had more emotion and subtext than ever before.

I think those meta-jokes made it worse. Like they went out of their way to keep his dialogue short.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 13, 2014, 02:39:22 pm
I have the shared headcanon among my friends that Big Mac generally DOESN'T need to say more than that.  Think about it, the ONLY time *in the show* we've seen him go off has been Ponyville Confidential.  Doesn't mean he hasn't taken anypony to task off-screen.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 13, 2014, 06:28:09 pm
Big Mac communicated just as much with his "Eeeyup"s and his "Nnnope"s as anyone did with full lines of dialogue.  He's always been a pony of few words, and I think having him launch into full dialogue has to be used very sparingly, like Ponyville Confidential did.

In as far as the joke made at the end of the episode, I did say "Dammit Grannie Smith!", but you know what?  I laughed while saying it.  It was funny.

It takes a good writer and a good actor to make a character say a lot with just one or two words.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 15, 2014, 02:48:56 pm
Preview clip for Weird Al episode, get hype (http://www.usatoday.com/story/popcandy/2014/01/15/weird-al-my-little-pony/4490001/)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 15, 2014, 03:01:16 pm
... well, Luna's Teats.  So that teaser image was legit.  Huh.

And to think the bronies were raging over Weird Al pony looking like a douche.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 15, 2014, 10:17:08 pm
... well, Luna's Teats.  So that teaser image was legit.  Huh.

And to think the bronies were raging over Weird Al pony looking like a douche.

I've only seen the image for what I assume is Weird Al pony.  I think he kinda looks like Clint Eastwood in his "Old West" hay-day. *rimshot*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 16, 2014, 04:45:27 am
... well, Luna's Teats.  So that teaser image was legit.  Huh.

And to think the bronies were raging over Weird Al pony looking like a douche.

I've only seen the image for what I assume is Weird Al pony.  I think he kinda looks like Clint Eastwood in his "Old West" hay-day. *rimshot*

Wait until he ditches the hat and coat.  It's so Weird Al.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 18, 2014, 12:36:57 pm
I enjoyed today's episode quite a bit, and not just for that special cameo. :)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 18, 2014, 01:39:56 pm
Apparently the Ask Princess Molestia blog got shut down.

Indeed it has.  Of course this has just set off a firestorm.  While I don't approve of every blog supporters response to this, I have to say that I find the blogs detractors infinitely more annoying, IMO.  Seriously, the gloating is annoying as shit.

Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 18, 2014, 02:57:48 pm
Apparently the Ask Princess Molestia blog got shut down.

Indeed it has.  Of course this has just set off a firestorm.  While I don't approve of every blog supporters response to this, I have to say that I find the blogs detractors infinitely more annoying, IMO.  Seriously, the gloating is annoying as shit.

I imagine if some people didn't start losing their minds and saying really hate-able shit towards the tumblrite who started the fake controversy, this whole thing would've died out as soon as it begun.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 18, 2014, 03:21:17 pm
Apparently the Ask Princess Molestia blog got shut down.

Indeed it has.  Of course this has just set off a firestorm.  While I don't approve of every blog supporters response to this, I have to say that I find the blogs detractors infinitely more annoying, IMO.  Seriously, the gloating is annoying as shit.

I imagine if some people didn't start losing their minds and saying really hate-able shit towards the tumblrite who started the fake controversy, this whole thing would've died out as soon as it begun.
What don't you believe about it anyway?

The claim that the Molestia blog trivialized rape. didn't find a single instance of it on the blog.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 18, 2014, 11:14:16 pm
Apparently APM was shut down because of a C&D from Hasbro.  But the author was planning on ending it anyways, it just ended a little sooner than he intended.

He doesn't seem particularly upset about it, and I didn't really even care outside of "I do not want to read this" so yeah.

That being said, the actual rape jokes made by other bronies disturbs me.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 18, 2014, 11:18:53 pm
Apparently APM was shut down because of a C&D from Hasbro.  But the author was planning on ending it anyways, it just ended a little sooner than he intended.

He doesn't seem particularly upset about it, and I didn't really even care outside of "I do not want to read this" so yeah.

That being said, the actual rape jokes made by other bronies disturbs me.

The C&D resulted from the Down With Molestia folks outright e-mailing Hasbro's LEGAL TEAM and ranting about how the blog was nothing BUT rape jokes (which isn't true in the slightest) and that it was damaging their brand.  Never mind that Hasbro hadn't really given a shit about Molestia, or any NUMBER of tumblrs that are even WORSE with actual sex and violence and rape and body horror (looking at you, Lil Miss Rarity, even though I read that too).  But it was because of these whinebags actually taking it that far that the C&D even happened.

Yes, JJ finally said 'fuck it', but that really, really didn't do the anti folks any favors, considering they're literally cheering that they've "done away with getting rid of rape culture in the fandom".  Yep.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ultimate Paragon on January 18, 2014, 11:22:11 pm
What a bunch of morons.  Rape jokes don't cause rape, rapists cause rape.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ultimate Paragon on January 18, 2014, 11:51:52 pm
So, what would that be called?  Pone?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: solar. on January 19, 2014, 12:11:35 am
Wow
So Rarity
Such generous
Very fashion
Much fabulous

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Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 19, 2014, 12:16:16 am
I'll admit, those are pretty funny.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on January 19, 2014, 05:13:32 pm
Bulk Biceps is such a dumb name, they should have just used Snowflake.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 19, 2014, 07:42:58 pm
I'm okay with Bulk... between him and Flutterhulk from Power Ponies...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: solar. on January 19, 2014, 07:45:44 pm
I like Bulk Biceps, because it reminds me of the many names of David Ryder. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RFHlJ2voJHY)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 20, 2014, 12:21:00 am
I liked the name Bulk Biceps, too.

Also I liked that we actually got to see his personality this episode.

HE HAS NO INDOOR VOICE

THIS IS HOW HE TALKS

ALL THE TIME

AND IT'S STRANGELY ADORABLE
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 20, 2014, 12:29:47 am
I liked the name Bulk Biceps, too.

Also I liked that we actually got to see his personality this episode.

HE HAS NO INDOOR VOICE

THIS IS HOW HE TALKS

ALL THE TIME

AND IT'S STRANGELY ADORABLE

AND HE'S ADORKABLE WITH FLUTTERSHY! WITNESS! (spoilered for size below)

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For those that wonder where I got the images from, blame my comrade in marshmallow hooves, Aquaman52.  He did the writeup on Equestria Daily for this episode, which you can find here:  http://www.equestriadaily.com/2014/01/rainbow-falls-episode-followup.html#more (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2014/01/rainbow-falls-episode-followup.html#more)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on January 20, 2014, 12:46:44 am
I'm not thrilled with the name but I like the character. It's like he's got roid rage without the rage.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: syaoranvee on January 20, 2014, 02:34:36 am
A stunning picture of snowy Crystal Empire in SL. (http://i.imgur.com/vL3jobj.png)

I had forgot I had taken this around the beginning of December.  It's a shame it's gone now though, they knocked it down to make something more generic.  It and Canterlot were the closest show replicas around.

By accident, my group and I ran into someone by the name of Pinkiepony in Everfree and Canterlot as well.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 20, 2014, 06:05:50 pm
Was an alright episode, the highlights were definitely the Derpy cameo and Bulk Biceps. Yeah!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on January 21, 2014, 06:51:48 am
What a bunch of morons.  Rape jokes don't cause rape, rapists cause rape.

The basic argument is that when people laugh at rape jokes, we're telling potential rapists that it's OK to rape, that this particular form of violent assault is a joke.  So they're less likely to restrain themselves when they see an opportunity to rape someone.

Anyway, back on topic!

Bulk is adorable, although Jay was like "So why didn't they ask for Derpy instead of the steroid pony?"  "Honey, you're new to this show.  You didn't see 'The Last Roundup.'"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 21, 2014, 10:40:40 am
The episode was irredeemably awful, worst parts being Derpy and that Bulky Biceps guy.
(http://i.imgur.com/l5NV5Fm.png)
Ain't even mad, bro.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 21, 2014, 09:24:24 pm
Let me guess, that was from Encyclopedia Dramatica?
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Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 21, 2014, 09:39:10 pm
Certainly looks like it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on January 21, 2014, 09:57:12 pm
Because ED is such a good representation of any fandom.

ETA
(http://media-cache-ec0.pinimg.com/736x/d3/4f/52/d34f52aa8cfaad551703f74e04bad32d.jpg)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 21, 2014, 11:03:44 pm
Because ED is such a good representation of any fandom.

ETA
(http://media-cache-ec0.pinimg.com/736x/d3/4f/52/d34f52aa8cfaad551703f74e04bad32d.jpg)

Isn't ED's shtick to say absurdly offensive shit just for the sake of being absurdly offensive?  Like, they don't have standards and don't give a shit if the stuff they say crosses the line?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on January 21, 2014, 11:08:43 pm
Because ED is such a good representation of any fandom.

ETA
(http://media-cache-ec0.pinimg.com/736x/d3/4f/52/d34f52aa8cfaad551703f74e04bad32d.jpg)

Isn't ED's shtick to say absurdly offensive shit just for the sake of being absurdly offensive?  Like, they don't have standards and don't give a shit if the stuff they say crosses the line?

i must be dumb but I really don't get this drawing.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: syaoranvee on January 21, 2014, 11:20:46 pm
What a bunch of morons.  Rape jokes don't cause rape, rapists cause rape.

The basic argument is that when people laugh at rape jokes, we're telling potential rapists that it's OK to rape, that this particular form of violent assault is a joke.  So they're less likely to restrain themselves when they see an opportunity to rape someone.


That logic can be applied to a lot of things though and ultimately, I wouldn't use that as a basis for a censorship campaign.  I find the idea of censoring things to be really abhorrent and have to have a really good reason for it to happen and not be left to one person to decide what's to be censored or not.  (And make no mistake, what went on was a censorship campaign and not simple dissuasion, she actively wrote to Hasbro to have that blog taken down.)

If a woman is open about her consensual rape fantasies, is she telling potential rapists that it's ok to rape?  Do we then censor women who talk about it?

Or somewhat less related,

If people play violent shooters, are we telling people that it's ok to shoot people in real life?  Do we then ban violent video games?

Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 22, 2014, 11:22:03 am
I really need to stop posting so much, I'm apparently a flamewar magnet.

Nah, best we just move on, this thread isn't the best place to handle these kind of debates.

Also, is there an Equestria Girls 2 in the pipeline? time to get hype, or time to panic? (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2014/01/unconfirmed-next-equestria-girls-movie.html)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: syaoranvee on January 22, 2014, 01:29:10 pm
I really need to stop posting so much, I'm apparently a flamewar magnet.

Nah, best we just move on, this thread isn't the best place to handle these kind of debates.

Also, is there an Equestria Girls 2 in the pipeline? time to get hype, or time to panic? (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2014/01/unconfirmed-next-equestria-girls-movie.html)

That plot summary...ugh.
If this is true, I wonder if it's some sort deal with Hasbro.  They put out these movies that are nothing but pushing their Monster High ripoff and they get to do what they want for the most part with the show without meddling.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on January 22, 2014, 01:31:47 pm
I liked EqG ok, but if they're going to make another movie, I wish they'd make one about the actual ponies.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 22, 2014, 02:13:11 pm
if they're going to make another movie, I wish they'd make one about the actual ponies.

That's pretty much the fandom reaction right now.  For those of us that grew up with G1 and such, like myself, we're wondering where the seven movies are about FiM just having a normal plot for a 90 minute run time.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 24, 2014, 01:35:20 am
http://broniesagainstbullshit.tumblr.com/

Hallelujah!  I found a link to this in a discussion about how to deal with untagged pony r34 on Tumblr.

Edit:  On a similar note...

http://askasanebrony.tumblr.com/
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 24, 2014, 03:36:37 am
Smell that? that's horseapples.

Or the smell of a 'special snowflake'.  Same thing.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 24, 2014, 03:39:05 am
Smell that? that's horseapples.

Or the smell of a 'special snowflake'.  Same thing.

I beg your pardon?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 24, 2014, 04:13:19 am
Nothing against you, Jack.  I'm talking about the tumblrs.  It looks and smells like "We're not like everyone else in our fandom! Believe us! REALLY!"

Face it, having come from the furry fandom, it's a matter of putting yourself out there of leading by example of what not to do as part of a fan base, rather than waving a flag (metaphorically speaking) and saying that you're really not as bad as those guys on either side of you.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 24, 2014, 10:15:06 am
So this was on one of those tumblrs

Quote
I think the fact that men felt so insecure in their masculinity that hey had to make a noticeably-male moniker for people who are fans of a show about My Little Pony (which is an inherently feminine program) was one of the earliest signs that the fandom might be in trouble.

Last I checked, it was just a joke on 4chan and people decided to run with it. But yeah, I'm not one for labels and words like "Brony" and "Whovian" kinda seem silly to me, can't people just say "I'm a fan of *insert show name here*"?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 24, 2014, 12:01:46 pm
Nothing against you, Jack.  I'm talking about the tumblrs.  It looks and smells like "We're not like everyone else in our fandom! Believe us! REALLY!"

Face it, having come from the furry fandom, it's a matter of putting yourself out there of leading by example of what not to do as part of a fan base, rather than waving a flag (metaphorically speaking) and saying that you're really not as bad as those guys on either side of you.

Actually I have to agree with Cerim here.  The people who wave flags around stating that they're normal/not like the rest make me suspicious that they are.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: syaoranvee on January 25, 2014, 12:17:28 am
Any of you lot on Legends of Equestria (http://www.legendsofequestria.com/) for it's five day stress test?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on January 25, 2014, 12:46:37 am
I'm downloading the game right now
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 25, 2014, 12:55:11 am
Same.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 25, 2014, 01:47:38 am
I'd heard about the stress test, but no links were provided in the announcement.  Downloading now, here!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on January 25, 2014, 12:52:11 pm
They need another server, I can't log on.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on January 25, 2014, 03:10:58 pm
Today's episode was wonderful.

But then, it was a Discord episode. It's hard to ruin those.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 25, 2014, 03:34:18 pm
I absolutely loved this episode.

The song?  AWESOME.  Easily the best song of the season so far.

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 25, 2014, 06:16:07 pm
Eh, it was another "meh" episode for me.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ghoti on January 26, 2014, 12:28:03 am
I'm waiting for someone to put the Molgera battle theme from Wind Waker over the giant-worm-thing battle near the end.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on January 26, 2014, 04:42:56 pm
Just watched the episode. So. Many. References and visual gags.

And Discord just happens to show up in the same episode as a Starswirl the Bearded exhibit. Coincidence?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 26, 2014, 10:57:47 pm
So this week's episode is the first one that I missed this season due to the way my work schedule was.

It was alright.  It's definitely one of the stranger episodes, even by MLP standards.  Also, I have a few points I'd like to make.

1.  Brace yourselves for Cadence/Discord shipping - or even a shipping triangle between Cadence, Discord, and Twilight
2. I now cannot think of Cadence without seeing her as an adrenaline junkie
3. Number 2 makes me want to see fanart/fanfiction/a tumblr where Cadence is an impulsive thrill seeker.  I especially think a Tumblr would be great (and I would do it myself if I had the time/skill to draw for it).
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Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 27, 2014, 01:22:17 am
... Thanks to your post, now I'm picturing Cadance going bungee jumping.
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Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 27, 2014, 02:21:46 pm
... Thanks to your post, now I'm picturing Cadance going bungee jumping.

Glad to be of assistance! :3
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 28, 2014, 04:21:12 pm
I just realized that the next episode is Weird Al episode, hyped as fuck! Apart from a few clunkers, the episode quality in this season so far has been great!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 28, 2014, 04:34:43 pm
Best.  Episode.  Of the season.

Calling it now.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 28, 2014, 06:41:39 pm
As much as it'll be cool to see Weird Al as a pony, I really don't want to help push the hype train too far.  Then again, I don't like to have too big of an impression of an episode before I see it, period.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on January 30, 2014, 11:18:06 pm
Great critique of Equestria Girls

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0GINI5IhFw

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eIzl0dXF3qI

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-O0eI4n1yY

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_TKcLreIrco
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on January 31, 2014, 04:16:26 am
Couldn't really get through the whole video, the fake RedLetterMedia voice got kind of annoying.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on January 31, 2014, 04:26:42 am
So uh... for those that either don't want to wait for the episode to air or those that want to add to their collection early, the new ep is on Itunes and the Google Play store already.

Details here:  http://www.equestriadaily.com/2014/01/pinkie-pride-listing-on-google-play.html
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on January 31, 2014, 04:45:14 pm
Couldn't really get through the whole video, the fake RedLetterMedia voice got kind of annoying.

Yeah, between that and the apparent bitchfest that the "critique" is setting itself up to be, I'm really having a hard time getting into it or taking it seriously.  Seriously, I've heard enough "Let's take this way too seriously!" ranting and whining about this movie from the fandom already.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 31, 2014, 07:54:18 pm
Same.

I have little patience for rants (I refuse to dignify it by calling it a "critique") of this nature in the first place.  5 minutes is generally the most I give it.  The fact that this rant has been separated across four videos means that I don't even have the patience to watch 5 seconds of it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on January 31, 2014, 08:47:26 pm
There's only one analyst I like, and that's Mr. Enter. His analysis and defense of "Magical Mystery Cure" is one of my favorites of his. Silver Quill's pretty good too. But the "big ones" are pretty bitchy.

Mr. Enter sounds like someone I'd like.

Magical Mystery Cure is one of the most bashed episodes ever for no good reason.  It was a damn good episode... I think bronies were just embarrassed that a rumor they had dismissed turned out to be true.  And then proceeded to blame it on marketing.  And then started twisting Faust's words out of context to make it seem like she hated it, too.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on February 01, 2014, 12:19:11 am
Same.

I have little patience for rants (I refuse to dignify it by calling it a "critique") of this nature in the first place.  5 minutes is generally the most I give it.  The fact that this rant has been separated across four videos means that I don't even have the patience to watch 5 seconds of it.

Well, given that you haven't even seen it, you wouldn't know if it's just a rant. It brings up a lot of valid points, and EQG is full of flaws which is why the review is so long.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 01, 2014, 01:21:37 am
It's four videos long.  That's long enough for me to know it's a rant.

If he can't be bothered to succinctly sum it up, I can't be bothered to watch it.  Simple as that.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 01, 2014, 01:27:53 am
Same.

I have little patience for rants (I refuse to dignify it by calling it a "critique") of this nature in the first place.  5 minutes is generally the most I give it.  The fact that this rant has been separated across four videos means that I don't even have the patience to watch 5 seconds of it.

Well, given that you haven't even seen it, you wouldn't know if it's just a rant. It brings up a lot of valid points, and EQG is full of flaws which is why the review is so long.

I saw the first video before I went to work today.  Yeah, the tone seems to remain pretty consistently condescending to not only the movie, but to the people watching.  It's snarky to the point that I can't tell if the tone is supposed to be genuine or not.

Hell, even the "compliment" to the premise is used to bitch about things like "Why don't we see very much of the human world?" and "Why doesn't Twilight make a remark about how different Equestria is than the alternate world on destiny?" and "Well why doesn't she stay with one of the mane 6?"  Personally, I think that while it could be interesting to see these ideas, I don't see how they detract from what the movie is.

Yeah, I'm aware that the review points out other perceived flaws.  I'd argue against them more, but I only watched the review once.  The thing is, other than complimenting the premise (which is just an excuse to bash the movie for being different than how the reviewer would write/imagine scenes), the "critique" doesn't really give the movie much credit for...anything.

Oh yeah, there was something along the lines of "Twilight concealed her true motive in the beginning, and that makes the reveal to the alternate friends invalid."  Oh yeah, because concealing truth has NEVER been used to drive or justify a story/conflict on MLP (or in TV/movies in general).

I dunno, I haven't seen the entire set of videos, but so far the tone (and arguments themselves) aren't really compelling me to watch the rest.  Shit, the only reason I think I might watch them (if I do) is out of curiosity.

Actually, if I recall the first video snidely says "But we still have dolls to sell." after bashing the idea that the movie gives itself a reason to have a story.  I have a hard time believing/accepting that it actually used that argument on a franchise that's merchandise driven.  It was one of the bigger things that made me wonder if this was supposed to be a parody of snobby fans or not.  If it was genuine, I think it's a good indication to the reviewer's likely attitude to the movie before it was even released.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 01, 2014, 02:02:56 pm
Well that was certainly a FUN episode XD
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 01, 2014, 02:25:27 pm
You know, as much as I enjoyed the wackiness, I gotta say that the parts of the episode meant to tug at your heartstrings were my favorites.

Also, this is only the second episode ever to

(click to show/hide)

Oh, that reminds me.  Next week is a medley of shows for a "friendship marathon" thing they're doing.  I don't recall any mention of a new episode either, so...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 01, 2014, 02:32:18 pm
So, presumably, we have three keys down... we just need three more keys.  (Assuming the objects with rainbow sheens are keys)

I wonder what the reward for all of this is going to be.

...

I'm hoping it's not rainbow hair.  *side-eyes the Pinkie Pie toy with rainbow hair*
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ghoti on February 01, 2014, 02:54:51 pm
Out of every episode so far, I have to say that this was one of my favorite slice-of-life stories. The call backs were awesome (Matilda, the elderly pony with the bubble-pipe cutie mark, the buffalo partying with the ponies in Applioosa, the Smile Song, the photographs) and Cheese Sandwich was an excellent counterpart to Pinkie Pie. Having an episode as song-heavy as this was somewhat surprising (to me, at least) but very welcome. Also, Derpy drinking out of a chocolate fountain.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 01, 2014, 03:08:55 pm
I had a feeling it would be song heavy (because it's fucking Weird Al) but I have to admit, a lot more songs than I thought there would be.

I think it may have out-songed Magical Mystery Cure
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on February 01, 2014, 09:04:46 pm
You know, as much as I enjoyed the wackiness, I gotta say that the parts of the episode meant to tug at your heartstrings were my favorites.
I thought the message in this one was good. They were kinda setting it up like Pinkie was going to defeat Cheese and prove herself the best, but then they flipped it around and were like, no, you're BOTH great party ponies and you don't have to compete with each other. I liked that.

As everyone else has said, lots of good call-backs and gags in this one (I especially liked Pinkie singing in Spanish and Cheese stealing the smile song), but there was one minor disappointment for me. The song at the end would have been perfect for a Vinyl Scratch cameo.

Side note, I counted 21 candles on Rainbow's cake. Perhaps the mane six are a bit older than fans have estimated (mid-late teens).
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ultimate Paragon on February 01, 2014, 09:07:34 pm
Side note, I counted 21 candles on Rainbow's cake. Perhaps the mane six are a bit older than fans have estimated (mid-late teens).
I'd always estimated them to be about college-aged myself.  After all, most of them live on their own, they all have jobs, etc.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 01, 2014, 09:36:05 pm
You know, as much as I enjoyed the wackiness, I gotta say that the parts of the episode meant to tug at your heartstrings were my favorites.
I thought the message in this one was good. They were kinda setting it up like Pinkie was going to defeat Cheese and prove herself the best, but then they flipped it around and were like, no, you're BOTH great party ponies and you don't have to compete with each other. I liked that.

As everyone else has said, lots of good call-backs and gags in this one (I especially liked Pinkie singing in Spanish and Cheese stealing the smile song), but there was one minor disappointment for me. The song at the end would have been perfect for a Vinyl Scratch cameo.

Side note, I counted 21 candles on Rainbow's cake. Perhaps the mane six are a bit older than fans have estimated (mid-late teens).

21 you say?  Cue even more drinking memes!

Also, I gotta say that the whole "suddenly live action" is probably one of the single funniest things I've seen on the show.  It's just so wonderfully ridiculous (and when you first watch it, unexpected).

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iHmNYyIGtvM
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 02, 2014, 01:32:01 pm
I rate this episode a Fuck Yeah/10

After this episode is there any doubt that Pinkie is truly the best pony?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Patches on February 02, 2014, 03:23:16 pm
After this episode is there any doubt that Pinkie is truly the best pony?

.... Yes?

(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 02, 2014, 04:07:43 pm
Haha wow okay that's one way to see it, all I think of her is the well-intentioned if oblivious, goofy comic relief. I've known people like Pinkie.

"I have little faith that this lesson will stick" How many times has Fluttershy had an episode dealing with her shyness? There's some continuity in the show but the writers are clearly willing to let things slide if they want.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 02, 2014, 05:51:39 pm
Haha wow okay that's one way to see it, all I think of her is the well-intentioned if oblivious, goofy comic relief. I've known people like Pinkie.

"I have little faith that this lesson will stick" How many times has Fluttershy had an episode dealing with her shyness? There's some continuity in the show but the writers are clearly willing to let things slide if they want.

Well, there's that.  There's also the fact that deeply ingrained personality flaws are something that don't just magically go away because you learned a lesson.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on February 02, 2014, 06:38:32 pm
Funny how the episode that starred my two least favorite Mane Six members ended up being one of my favorite this season.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 02, 2014, 07:06:21 pm
Haha wow okay that's one way to see it, all I think of her is the well-intentioned if oblivious, goofy comic relief. I've known people like Pinkie.

"I have little faith that this lesson will stick" How many times has Fluttershy had an episode dealing with her shyness? There's some continuity in the show but the writers are clearly willing to let things slide if they want.

Well, there's that.  There's also the fact that deeply ingrained personality flaws are something that don't just magically go away because you learned a lesson.

Yeah, true. no matter how many life lessons the ponies get, I don't think they'll be getting any significant personality overhauls.

Also, how about all that rainbow stuff? do you think it might actually lead into another Equestria Girls movie? is it related to the mystery box? or are we about to find out Rainbow Dash kick-started the Big Bang with a sonic rainboom?
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Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 02, 2014, 07:17:23 pm
The running fan theory is that it ties the show into the 'Rainbow Power' toy line they're doing...
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Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 02, 2014, 10:46:40 pm
The running fan theory is that it ties the show into the 'Rainbow Power' toy line they're doing...

I hope not.

But if it does, I'm not gonna whine about it endlessly.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: I am lizard on February 02, 2014, 10:54:24 pm
After this episode is there any doubt that Pinkie is truly the best pony?

.... Yes?

(click to show/hide)
They should have an episode where Pinkies behavior ends up hurting someone, and in the end she learns to still be happy but not be a control freak.
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Post by: Dakota Bob on February 03, 2014, 03:10:06 pm
Well, it looks like we may be getting that EqG sequel (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2014/02/international-toy-fair-2014-report.html) this summer. Since it's a battle of the bands thing, hopefully the Mane 6 band will atleast be thrash/death metal. Hey, a guy can hope right?  :P
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Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 03, 2014, 06:14:30 pm
Eh, I'll give it that it has potential.

I guess I'll avoid writing it off before we even know anything about it :P
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Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 03, 2014, 10:39:14 pm
I'm looking forward to it.  Then again, I enjoyed Equestria Girls (even if the ending was a little iffy).
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Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 04, 2014, 12:43:49 am
I'm looking forward to it.  Then again, I enjoyed Equestria Girls (even if the ending was a little iffy).

Same.
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Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 04, 2014, 01:02:42 am
I'm looking forward to it.  Then again, I enjoyed Equestria Girls (even if the ending was a little iffy).

Same.
The movie was worse than Hitler and it made me cry myself to sleep where I wet mah bed.

You're not convincing :P
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Post by: Dakota Bob on February 06, 2014, 02:13:28 am
So I read that the next episode is Rarity attempting to emulate Applejack to get the attention of some fashion guy? I'm not sure I can handle this episode, I'm really bad at watching cringe humour stuff, I have to keep pausing through the stuff.
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Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 06, 2014, 02:45:18 am
I'm really hoping they just don't pitch Spike's crush on Rarity over a cliff.  I'm actually hoping that Rarity, in the end, turns him down, and tells him she already has someone.  He's not much of a stallion, or even much of a pony, but she loves him all the same, and then sweeps Spike up into a hug.
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Post by: Ghoti on February 06, 2014, 10:56:04 am
I'm really hoping they just don't pitch Spike's crush on Rarity over a cliff.  I'm actually hoping that Rarity, in the end, turns him down, and tells him she already has someone.  He's not much of a stallion, or even much of a pony, but she loves him all the same, and then sweeps Spike up into a hug.
D'awwww!
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Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 07, 2014, 11:02:51 pm
This is old news.  The artists in the fandom have been rather quietly fixing Derpibooru's tagging system since September.
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Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 08, 2014, 11:57:32 am
Today's episode was really damned strong.  Bravo, show people!  You did a number of things that impressed me.

1.  You portrayed the frustration of unrequited crushes well.
2.  You did a good job showing just how off-putting/creepy infatuated people can be.
3.  You managed to make farming/Applejack look like the hottest damned thing around.
4.  You...poked fun at hipsters?  I never thought I'd see the day when MLP did that.
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Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 08, 2014, 02:12:19 pm
That was a really fun episode XD even though it got a little cringe-worthy when Rarity started to imitate Applejack.

Also...

Nice Guy Spike.

Wants Rarity to be happy, even if it isn't with him.
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Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 08, 2014, 03:00:47 pm
Uh... no that was pretty much the opposite of what I was going for...
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Post by: Dakota Bob on February 08, 2014, 03:04:25 pm
Spike's pimp game is too strong, he'll be fine :P
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Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 08, 2014, 05:10:46 pm
That just makes Spike a Red Mage.  He should Job Change to something more appropriate, like Fighter.
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Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 08, 2014, 05:46:59 pm
I wonder if we'll eventually see a subplot where Spike stops being Twilight's assistant and starts becoming her apprentice?

I hope we see a subplot like that.
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Post by: Cataclysm on February 09, 2014, 01:20:56 pm
Today's episode was really damned strong.  Bravo, show people!  You did a number of things that impressed me.

1.  You portrayed the frustration of unrequited crushes well.
2.  You did a good job showing just how off-putting/creepy infatuated people can be.

I think they made Rarity and Trender a little too creepy. Especially Trender, since he becomes infatuated with AJ after seeing her for a few seconds.

Also, I think Trander needed more screen time to get to know his character, since he's the driving force of the plot. We only see him get obsessed with AJ. If they had shown how interesting he was, the story would have improved significantly.
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Post by: Dakota Bob on February 09, 2014, 01:40:17 pm
Yeah, just watched the episode. I don't Rarity would be the kind of pony that would have a creepy stalker shrine. I did have to pause several times through, it did get cringey towards the end. Although this episode proves once again that Tabitha St. Germain is best voice actress.

Also, follow her on twitter, she's balls to the wall insane.

EDIT: Also, Derpy! yay!
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Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 13, 2014, 04:07:40 am
So I just realized there's something I want really bad that I don't have the skills to make.

I want to see the Equestria Girls movie reimagined from Twilight's point of view for the length of the movie.  The best I can do now is just try to imagine it in my head.  Also "empathy vision" should totally exist.  It's one thing to be able to connect/relate to a character, but it would be quite something to be able to experience their emotions firsthand (as though you were them, or at least "in their mind" in that the chemical processes that cause the sensations they felt were replicated).
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Post by: Witchyjoshy on February 13, 2014, 04:40:22 am
That's more or less what music is for in movies - to evoke a mood of sorts.

Just tie in the music directly to Twi's moods and have them change more dynamically, I guess.
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Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 13, 2014, 01:35:33 pm
So...

http://family-room.ew.com/2014/02/13/my-little-pony-equestria-girls-rainbow-rocks/

Fall 2014.  That's too damned far away.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 13, 2014, 03:26:39 pm
SHAKE YOUR TAIL

COS WE HERE TO HAVE A PARTY TONIGHT
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Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 13, 2014, 04:38:39 pm
yyyyyeah, we over on EqD aren't sure what to think yet... we'd mostly like a movie where they stay ponies, thank you very much.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 13, 2014, 05:10:01 pm
My biggest curiosity is "What exactly is the plot?"  Actually, I'm not just interested in the plot, but the premise/setup.

Eh, I guess I'll find out in about...half a year or so.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on February 13, 2014, 06:27:57 pm
Maybe it won't involve going through the portal, and will have the five try to meet their universe's Twilight Sparkle.
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Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 13, 2014, 07:03:06 pm
According to the trailer, it looks like a Battle Of The Bands thing.
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Post by: TheL on February 13, 2014, 07:41:07 pm
yyyyyeah, we over on EqD aren't sure what to think yet... we'd mostly like a movie where they stay ponies, thank you very much.

Hel, if they bring back the smooze, not only will they have a successful film--kids won't know it was already done, and G1 fangirls will go ga-ga over the nod to their past.
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Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 13, 2014, 07:54:28 pm
hell, I'll bliss out over it!
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Post by: Dakota Bob on February 13, 2014, 09:01:01 pm
(http://i.imgur.com/KLxBOyT.gif)
izz party tiem
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Post by: I am lizard on February 13, 2014, 11:22:27 pm
I watched the trailer and it caused me to gain erectile dysfunction, loss of appetite, diseased fedora, and death-itis. 
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Post by: JohnE on February 13, 2014, 11:28:07 pm
I watched the trailer and it caused me to gain erectile dysfunction, loss of appetite, diseased fedora, and death-itis.
Well aren't you a ray of sunshine.
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Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 14, 2014, 12:01:28 am
I watched the trailer and it caused me to gain erectile dysfunction, loss of appetite, diseased fedora, and death-itis.

Here.  Eat this giant bag of Cheetos and drink this gallon jug of Mountain Dew and call me in the morning.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 14, 2014, 05:36:48 pm
I watched the trailer and it caused me to gain erectile dysfunction, loss of appetite, diseased fedora, and death-itis.

Here.  Eat this giant bag of Cheetos and drink this gallon jug of Mountain Dew and call me in the morning.
Will you also tuck me in so i can tell Reddit about it?

Sure.

On another note, I have some headcanon to share.

Headcanon: When Discord was reformed, Celestia said something about "I could use his magic." In "Three's A Crowd," Discord tested Twilight to see how far she'd be willing to go to help Discord. I think that there's possibly something big coming. Something so evil and so massive that it will require the combined efforts of the mane 6 and Discord. Something Celestia and Luna can't fight.

Celestia does need Discord's help/magic. She also needs Twilight (and possibly her friends) to be comfortable with working with Discord. In fact, Celestia was the one who asked Discord to go to Ponyville to disrupt Twilight's plans; as part of the agreement, Discord was able to come up with the details of the disruption himself.

Eh, I dunno if that's ever going to happen, but I kinda want something like that to happen. I think it could be quite epic.
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Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 14, 2014, 05:58:47 pm
I could totally see that.  In sort of a "Hello, calvary's here... even if YOU'RE the ponies..."
"Discord?!"
"Oh relax, girls... for once, we're on the same side.  This is going to be some DELICIOUS chaos!"
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: JohnE on February 15, 2014, 02:12:33 am
Totally random confession. I don't like the Twilight/Flash pairing, but not because "he's stealing my waifu" or because they're not right for each other. I don't like it because their color schemes clash.
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Post by: Alehksunos on February 15, 2014, 02:16:02 am
(http://24.media.tumblr.com/8a39162cd9cb568b2fff5130e0b0fe87/tumblr_n0vmh1ngMG1s8ill8o1_1280.jpg)

Hasbro fucked up with the roster and I'm laughing so hard.

(Yes, just because I couldn't get into the show itself doesn't mean I cannot appreciate some little things about it)
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Post by: Dakota Bob on February 15, 2014, 08:51:04 am
I'm such an idiot, it took me like an hour to figure out what was wrong with that :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 15, 2014, 11:07:42 am
So a random idea popped into my head.  What if - for whatever reason - Twilight AND the rest of the mane 6 have to travel through the portal in Equestria Girls 2.  What if the evil or whatever that might be the justification for the plot is so great that something happens to the other universe's mane 6?

Edit:  Of course, I doubt that would happen.  Thinking on it, it sounds like a cool idea at first, but...falls apart.  We all saw just how much Twilight struggled with adjusting to being human.  It would be a bit weird for them to just be like "Let's take Twilight's problem and make it so her friends have to go through it.
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Post by: Patches on February 15, 2014, 11:49:55 am
Totally random confession. I don't like the Twilight/Flash pairing, but not because "he's stealing my waifu" or because they're not right for each other. I don't like it because their color schemes clash.
I had the same reaction.  My friend called me racist.

(it's admittedly a petty complaint, and one I could probably overlook if their relationship had been stronger, but seeing as it wasn't... purple and orange just don't go together.  x_x)
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Post by: Dakota Bob on February 15, 2014, 01:01:50 pm
Totally random confession. I don't like the Twilight/Flash pairing, but not because "he's stealing my waifu" or because they're not right for each other. I don't like it because their color schemes clash.
I had the same reaction.  My friend called me racist.

(it's admittedly a petty complaint, and one I could probably overlook if their relationship had been stronger, but seeing as it wasn't... purple and orange just don't go together.  x_x)

Truly the orange people are the most oppressed minority of our time :P
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Post by: Ultimate Paragon on February 15, 2014, 01:05:17 pm
Totally random confession. I don't like the Twilight/Flash pairing, but not because "he's stealing my waifu" or because they're not right for each other. I don't like it because their color schemes clash.
I had the same reaction.  My friend called me racist.

(it's admittedly a petty complaint, and one I could probably overlook if their relationship had been stronger, but seeing as it wasn't... purple and orange just don't go together.  x_x)

Truly the orange people are the most oppressed minority of our time :P
Which makes it all the sweeter when they manage to become successful.

(http://guestofaguest.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/12/theguido.jpg)
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Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 15, 2014, 01:08:50 pm
Eh, Flash is a bit more on the yellowish side.  Applejack's a lot closer to being an "orange" person/pony than he is.

Also...racism.  Your friend was trying to make a joke, right?  Right?  Please, tell me your friend wasn't serious.
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Post by: Ultimate Paragon on February 15, 2014, 01:58:40 pm
Totally random confession. I don't like the Twilight/Flash pairing, but not because "he's stealing my waifu" or because they're not right for each other. I don't like it because their color schemes clash.
I don't like flash because he looks like he has a spray tan.

Also he throws kittens into active volcanoes.
I once read a fanfic making fun of Flash's hatedom where he did just that.
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Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 15, 2014, 02:28:37 pm
Totally random confession. I don't like the Twilight/Flash pairing, but not because "he's stealing my waifu" or because they're not right for each other. I don't like it because their color schemes clash.
I don't like flash because he looks like he has a spray tan.

Also he throws kittens into active volcanoes.
I once read a fanfic making fun of Flash's hatedom where he did just that.

Lol.  That reminds me of something, actually.  There was apparently an episode of My Little Pony Tales back in the day called "Ponies in Paradise."  It was an episode that touched on racism/xenophobia.  In it, the smartypants character Bright Eyes is convinced by her friends that the ponies that live on an island she's visiting are psychotic savages.  One of the imagine spots involves her imagining the islander ponies throwing her into a volcano.
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Post by: Dakota Bob on February 15, 2014, 02:42:10 pm
Some thoughts on tonights episode:

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Post by: Ghoti on February 16, 2014, 11:45:54 pm
It's a weird thing to notice, but I keep wondering when they're going to add Twilight's wings to the first part of the intro (where she and Spike hop out of the balloon in from of the train).
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Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 17, 2014, 08:51:37 am
Probably not until season 5 or 6.  Look how long it took them to include LUNA (without a throne of Her own, at that) in the intro!
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Post by: Dakota Bob on February 17, 2014, 04:03:06 pm
Amy Keating Rogers retweeted this defense of Pinkie in the last episode. up to you whether you think it's a good explanation or just damage control. (http://bumblebeanytuna.tumblr.com/post/76894778804/a-quick-defense-of-pinkie-pie-in-filli-vanilli)
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Post by: Ghoti on February 17, 2014, 04:39:36 pm
Pony Perfect (Pitch Perfect & MLP) in 3... 2...
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Post by: I am lizard on February 17, 2014, 11:58:52 pm
You know, as long as they've embraced the whole "PP is a dick" thing why don't they go the whole way?  Pinkie Pie tells AJ she has a letter from her parents, Pinkie Pie makes sends a fake letter from Princess Celestia to Twi telling her that she's a terrible student, Pinkie Pie making Sweetie Belle think Rarities dead, THE POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS!
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Post by: Dakota Bob on February 18, 2014, 08:20:47 am
You know, as long as they've embraced the whole "PP is a dick" thing why don't they go the whole way?  Pinkie Pie tells AJ she has a letter from her parents, Pinkie Pie makes sends a fake letter from Princess Celestia to Twi telling her that she's a terrible student, Pinkie Pie making Sweetie Belle think Rarities dead, THE POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS!

Pinkie Pie is actually a serial killer who kills people who don't want to be friends with her.
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Post by: I am lizard on February 18, 2014, 10:09:27 am
You know, as long as they've embraced the whole "PP is a dick" thing why don't they go the whole way?  Pinkie Pie tells AJ she has a letter from her parents, Pinkie Pie makes sends a fake letter from Princess Celestia to Twi telling her that she's a terrible student, Pinkie Pie making Sweetie Belle think Rarities dead, THE POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS!

Pinkie Pie is actually a serial killer who kills people who don't want to be friends with her.
Pinkie pie stuffs an animal and leaves it where fluttershy will find it.
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Post by: Dakota Bob on February 18, 2014, 11:02:23 am
You know, as long as they've embraced the whole "PP is a dick" thing why don't they go the whole way?  Pinkie Pie tells AJ she has a letter from her parents, Pinkie Pie makes sends a fake letter from Princess Celestia to Twi telling her that she's a terrible student, Pinkie Pie making Sweetie Belle think Rarities dead, THE POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS!

Pinkie Pie is actually a serial killer who kills people who don't want to be friends with her.
Pinkie pie stuffs an animal and leaves it where fluttershy will find it.

Pinkie gives Rainbow Dash an energy drink to help her out with her Wonderbolts tryout, but it's laced with vodka, leading to an accident with several deaths.
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Post by: Ghoti on February 18, 2014, 11:19:02 am
ponka pey best pone
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: I am lizard on February 18, 2014, 11:46:47 am
You know, as long as they've embraced the whole "PP is a dick" thing why don't they go the whole way?  Pinkie Pie tells AJ she has a letter from her parents, Pinkie Pie makes sends a fake letter from Princess Celestia to Twi telling her that she's a terrible student, Pinkie Pie making Sweetie Belle think Rarities dead, THE POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS!

Pinkie Pie is actually a serial killer who kills people who don't want to be friends with her.
Pinkie pie stuffs an animal and leaves it where fluttershy will find it.

Pinkie gives Rainbow Dash an energy drink to help her out with her Wonderbolts tryout, but it's laced with vodka, leading to an accident with several deaths.
I don't think you're getting this.

Pinkie laces all the flyers drinks with chili peppers and hallucinogens.
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Post by: Dakota Bob on February 18, 2014, 01:56:58 pm
ponka pey best pone

#1 crazy horse
(http://i.imgur.com/6kNNtGn.gif)

You know, as long as they've embraced the whole "PP is a dick" thing why don't they go the whole way?  Pinkie Pie tells AJ she has a letter from her parents, Pinkie Pie makes sends a fake letter from Princess Celestia to Twi telling her that she's a terrible student, Pinkie Pie making Sweetie Belle think Rarities dead, THE POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS!

Pinkie Pie is actually a serial killer who kills people who don't want to be friends with her.
Pinkie pie stuffs an animal and leaves it where fluttershy will find it.

Pinkie gives Rainbow Dash an energy drink to help her out with her Wonderbolts tryout, but it's laced with vodka, leading to an accident with several deaths.
I don't think you're getting this.

Pinkie laces all the flyers drinks with chili peppers and hallucinogens.

Perhaps I'm not. either way, all these would make better episodes than "Mysterious Mare Do Well"  ;D
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Post by: I am lizard on February 18, 2014, 02:52:20 pm
ponka pey best pone

#1 crazy horse
(http://i.imgur.com/6kNNtGn.gif)

You know, as long as they've embraced the whole "PP is a dick" thing why don't they go the whole way?  Pinkie Pie tells AJ she has a letter from her parents, Pinkie Pie makes sends a fake letter from Princess Celestia to Twi telling her that she's a terrible student, Pinkie Pie making Sweetie Belle think Rarities dead, THE POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS!

Pinkie Pie is actually a serial killer who kills people who don't want to be friends with her.
Pinkie pie stuffs an animal and leaves it where fluttershy will find it.

Pinkie gives Rainbow Dash an energy drink to help her out with her Wonderbolts tryout, but it's laced with vodka, leading to an accident with several deaths.
I don't think you're getting this.

Pinkie laces all the flyers drinks with chili peppers and hallucinogens.

Perhaps I'm not. either way, all these would make better episodes than "Mysterious Mare Do Well"  ;D
ya'know, between laughing as a child floated off to sea, brainwashing ponies into loving eachother, harrasing old men, using a kid as a maid, spreading  cognitohazard, and driving each other to tears the ponies aren't coming off as saints.

Oh, Pinkie poking holes in Styrofoam noodle cups at the grocery store! 
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Post by: Dakota Bob on February 22, 2014, 05:21:29 am
Oh, boy a Cutie Mark Crusaders episode coming up....
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Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 22, 2014, 09:15:28 am
The running joke I've heard so far (from the Facebook teaser clip) is "So... Ponyville finally figured out she's a princess, huh?"
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Post by: Captain Jack Harkness on February 22, 2014, 11:11:12 am
There's so much to discuss about this new episode.  Loved it.
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Post by: Cataclysm on February 22, 2014, 05:13:48 pm
Someone needs to make a Gif of Scoot posing for the cameras.
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Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 22, 2014, 11:38:02 pm
Someone needs to make a Gif of Scoot posing for the cameras.

It's been done.  Here you go (spoilered for size): 
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Addendum from one of my best buddies via his blog post (also spoilered for size, and it might kill you laughing): 
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Post by: I am lizard on February 24, 2014, 10:47:00 am
What if Discord was never reformed and is simply biding his time?!!!
(I don't really think this, I just like making up shit.)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 24, 2014, 11:16:14 am
What if Discord was never reformed and is simply biding his time?!!!
(I don't really think this, I just like making up shit.)

Actually, that's a running fan theory with decent credence behind it.  Not exactly implausible.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: I am lizard on February 24, 2014, 11:23:07 am
What if Discord was never reformed and is simply biding his time?!!!
(I don't really think this, I just like making up shit.)

Actually, that's a running fan theory with decent credence behind it.  Not exactly implausible.
That would make an awesome twist.
He would have the perfect cover as nopony would want to question friendship, plus, one of the popular things fans bitch criticize about Discord's redemption is how fast he changed from good to evil and how contrived it seemed.

This would explain that.
Hell, it could potentially explain why Discord surrendered to the EOH so easily, he had already had a backup plan!
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Post by: Dakota Bob on February 24, 2014, 04:51:11 pm
Eh, didn't like the new episode too much. maybe my dislike of CMC crusader episodes blinded me to the more positive aspects of it, but I just wasn't feeling it.
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Post by: I am lizard on February 24, 2014, 05:16:51 pm
Eh, didn't like the new episode too much. maybe my dislike of CMCcrusader episodes blinded me to the more positive aspects of it, but I just wasn't feeling it.

Cutie Mark Crusader Crusaders?/nitpick
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on February 24, 2014, 06:25:13 pm
Eh, didn't like the new episode too much. maybe my dislike of CMCcrusader episodes blinded me to the more positive aspects of it, but I just wasn't feeling it.

Cutie Mark Crusader Crusaders?/nitpick

lol didn't notice that, I'm pretty tired :P

EDIT:On this day in history, Las Pegasus Unicon failed spectacularly (http://www.roundstable.com/2013/03/01/fear-and-loathing-in-las-pegasus/)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 24, 2014, 11:46:46 pm
oh Unicon... that was a hilarious trainwreck.  We still tell the stories of that among the EqD crew.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 01, 2014, 05:12:36 am
Who's hyped up for some Breezies today? (whatever the fuck they are)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on March 04, 2014, 07:37:16 pm
Saw the episode. I didn't really like it too much.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on March 09, 2014, 10:39:42 pm
The episode wasn't anything special but all the Breezies were adorbz.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: I am lizard on March 09, 2014, 11:23:57 pm
The episode wasn't anything special but all the Breezies were adorbz.
I Know, that part was great.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Iczerfour on March 15, 2014, 01:51:23 am
there needs to be more Luna episodes and some Octavia ones too.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 15, 2014, 08:06:08 pm
Luna's coming up in For Whom The Sweetie Belle Tolls.  But yes, there needs to be more Luna.

And I'm still waiting for my Octy return, and more Gilda...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: syaoranvee on March 15, 2014, 11:06:46 pm
Only earth ponies could turn something like a rock into a small thermonuclear weapon.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: I am lizard on March 15, 2014, 11:11:39 pm
Only earth ponies could turn something like a rock into a small thermonuclear weapon.
They're like Steve? Ponies.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 16, 2014, 12:26:53 am
Only earth ponies could turn something like a rock into a small thermonuclear weapon.

Considering Dash Sonic Rain-nuked AJ's old barn in Season 2, I'm not that surprised.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on March 17, 2014, 08:43:44 pm
(https://scontent-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/t31.0-8/q81/s720x720/1956976_666321993416116_1710097238_o.jpg)

Yeah, this was bound to happen.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 17, 2014, 09:47:41 pm
My new OTP :P
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on March 24, 2014, 07:11:14 pm
Well. Sweetie Belle is a dick.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Alehksunos on March 25, 2014, 12:05:30 am
Removed, on behalf of I am lizard's request.

Ultimate Paragon, you too.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: I am lizard on March 25, 2014, 01:02:30 am
Could you delete that, I think it's grade A flamefuel.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ultimate Paragon on March 25, 2014, 01:05:00 am
I don't know why I occasionally come to this thread. Perhaps it is bile interest in the fandom itself and how fans in this forum follow this show. I myself - I have said this before and I will say it again - tried to like this show because I do not totally despise of anything cute or "kawaii" - as those damned "Weebs" have been saying since their obsession with Naruto and Bleach and those lousy animesque shows Cartoon Network used to air (save for Teen Titans, which I only hope was as good as I remembered it) referred to everything "cute" as.

While I was unable to enjoy the show thoroughly all I can say is that I feel sorry for all the decent fans of the show, and even more sorry for those who still use that horrible "Brony" label. I really, really, genuinely do. I can say this because the worst fandoms I am in are the Sonic the Hedgehog and Pokémon series.

Much like how the fandumb of MLP:FiM sexualize its female cast from Hell and back (I still fail to understand Chrystalis fans who non-jokingly want to fuck her), the Sonic the Hedgehog and Pokémon fandoms are just as bad about this (The Pokémon fandom is particularly bad about this), and the terrible OCs.

All I am saying is that the reason is Edge of Perspective, which is why I am not anywhere as hostile as most people I know (who dislike this show so much). I am in love with two video game series with horrible fandoms. But even so, these works are decades old. This show is almost four years old, and I simply find it inscrutable how this fandom spiraled out of control so soon.

AND THIS IS A SHOW THAT TEACHES YOUNG GIRLS TO VALUE THEMSELVES FOR WHO THEY ARE AND OTHERS, AND THERE IS NO REASON IT HAS TO HAVE A SOCIOPATHIC FANDOM THAT DEMONIZES NON-WHITES, FEMINISM AND WOMEN'S RIGHTS, HOMOSEXUALITY, TRANSGENDERED PEOPLE, MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HANDICAPS, THE BODY TYPES OF OTHERS, NON-FANS, ALMOST EVERYTHING. TELL ME WHY!? OUTSIDE OF 4CHAN AND THAT HORRIBLE SPIN-OFF BOARD /MLP/.

Excuse me. The fact that a show like this is dominated by sociopaths, notably hyper-masculine, insecure bullies, enrages me beyond comprehension.
Dude, have a snickers.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: syaoranvee on March 25, 2014, 02:02:17 am
This recent episode brought up a interesting question.

(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ghoti on March 25, 2014, 06:04:06 am
-RAGE-
Honestly, you're expecting the honorable fuckwads of 4chan and /mlp/ to act like something other than /b/tards for what reason? This is the internet. Nothing is sacred, everything is pornography.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 25, 2014, 11:09:43 am
Sounds like somebody needs to just smile, smile, smile!
(http://i.imgur.com/cIZM48L.gif)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Alehksunos on March 25, 2014, 11:24:04 am
But really seriously:

(https://31.media.tumblr.com/a2e40f13b9f4661f4c3052d3704a0b7b/tumblr_inline_n2wcitfCtp1qcl3ak.png)

I find it so fucking hilarious that these people are crying over this shit.

Once again, why identify as a "Brony", when it was originally an derogatory term to define these homophobic, insecure fuckwits when you can use other names?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: WatermelonRat on March 25, 2014, 03:15:28 pm
But really seriously:

(https://31.media.tumblr.com/a2e40f13b9f4661f4c3052d3704a0b7b/tumblr_inline_n2wcitfCtp1qcl3ak.png)

I find it so fucking hilarious that these people are crying over this shit.

Once again, why identify as a "Brony", when it was originally an derogatory term to define these homophobic, insecure fuckwits when you can use other names?
Most people probably don't put much thought into it. It's just what caught on as a nickname for pony fans outside the target demographic.

It should be noted that the worst segments of the fandom tend to reject the label. /mlp/ is particularly virulent in its ridicule of anyone who uses the nickname.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: syaoranvee on March 25, 2014, 03:26:03 pm
But really seriously:

(https://31.media.tumblr.com/a2e40f13b9f4661f4c3052d3704a0b7b/tumblr_inline_n2wcitfCtp1qcl3ak.png)

I find it so fucking hilarious that these people are crying over this shit.

Alright, I'll bite since you seem to not care to put any actual work into what's behind this and seem to ridicule anything that isn't your particular pet cause as I've seen as a running theme in your posts.

Considering the website itself seems to be down at the moment of this post I got the rundown from our friends at >horse news (http://www.horse-news.net/2014/03/save-our-fandom.html).  Pretty much a day or so after JanAnimations's Button Mash videos (these videos, not being the case of being works like Molestia, were G rated and were rather mainstream) were C&D'd by email by Hasbro this website appeared as a attempt to garter support of contacting Hasbro in a attempt to find common ground for the works of fans not to be taken down, they wish to accomplish this through a email petition.  This...is a rather reasonable attempt, really, there's nothing really wrong with this.  A fanbase wishes to get the attention of a corporation about something they see as a problem through a reasonable petition.  As most people enjoy making works based on something they like and want to share it with other people without having to worry about it being taken down.

Quote
Once again, why identify as a "Brony", when it was originally an derogatory term to define these homophobic, insecure fuckwits when you can use other names?

Brony is the term that stuck around at the beginning of the fandom, generally once a "term" for the fandom is accepted it generally stays forever.  It's interesting as we seem to have the opposite views on what people who designate themselves as bronies act like.  As I've been on Second Life (http://i.imgur.com/M7LQ79e.png) basically every day for the past 8 months the general "brony" there is usually someone who rejects any sexual or darker content in the fandom and basically exists in a hugbox.  That is usually what I commonly see however not all of them are like that and some being rather cool once you get to know them.

Anyways, direct question Alehksunos.

Do you believe that all social justice advocates should abandon being called "social justice advocates"  due to radical fundamentalists that make up a vocal part of their base?  If not, why is it that you do not apply this to other terms of groups?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Askold on March 25, 2014, 04:35:49 pm
Once again, why identify as a "Brony", when it was originally an derogatory term to define these homophobic, insecure fuckwits when you can use other names?

Was Brony specifically used to imply that the MLP fans are homophobes? I got the impression that it was a reference to adult (male) fans of MLP and no more. It was an insult only if an adult person liking a show meant for children is concidered to be a "bad" thing. So if you don't think that liking a cartoon series is bad the insult stops working.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on March 25, 2014, 05:11:16 pm
Once again, why identify as a "Brony", when it was originally an derogatory term to define these homophobic, insecure fuckwits when you can use other names?

Was Brony specifically used to imply that the MLP fans are homophobes? I got the impression that it was a reference to adult (male) fans of MLP and no more. It was an insult only if an adult person liking a show meant for children is concidered to be a "bad" thing. So if you don't think that liking a cartoon series is bad the insult stops working.

This is the origin of the term (http://i.imgur.com/6tf1yno.png)


Also, fucking hell yes to syaoranvee. I'm starting to get sick of this shit from you, Alehksunos. You wanna complain, go to Tumblr.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: I am lizard on March 25, 2014, 06:15:44 pm
I agree that the fandom is full of little shits, but was that big rant post really necessary, you could have just said "god, I hate this fandom".
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Patches on March 25, 2014, 08:05:18 pm
In other news, the Japanese dub of the S2 finale aired yesterday, and the dub of the Aria was amazing:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DTks6AHF-8

(the karaoke wasn't on the original broadcast; this is a promo video)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on March 25, 2014, 08:29:05 pm
In other news, the Japanese dub of the S2 finale aired yesterday, and the dub of the Aria was amazing:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DTks6AHF-8

(the karaoke wasn't on the original broadcast; this is a promo video)

That song will forever give me shivers.  WOW, it sounds good in Japanese!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on March 25, 2014, 08:31:37 pm
This recent episode brought up a interesting question.

(click to show/hide)

I doubt it. The vision she showed of Rarity completely breaking down and never doing dresses again seems like an exaggeration that Sweetie Belle would believe.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Alehksunos on March 26, 2014, 12:04:40 am
Once again, why identify as a "Brony", when it was originally an derogatory term to define these homophobic, insecure fuckwits when you can use other names?

Brony is the term that stuck around at the beginning of the fandom, generally once a "term" for the fandom is accepted it generally stays forever.  It's interesting as we seem to have the opposite views on what people who designate themselves as bronies act like.  As I've been on Second Life (http://i.imgur.com/M7LQ79e.png) basically every day for the past 8 months the general "brony" there is usually someone who rejects any sexual or darker content in the fandom and basically exists in a hugbox.  That is usually what I commonly see however not all of them are like that and some being rather cool once you get to know them.

Anyways, direct question Alehksunos.

Do you believe that all social justice advocates should abandon being called "social justice advocates"  due to radical fundamentalists that make up a vocal part of their base?  If not, why is it that you do not apply this to other terms of groups?

Okay, allow me to say one more thing before I never visit this thread again unless I have to, because you guys think I am a narc and I need to shut the fuck up:
Okay. I said it before and I'll say it again. After all this unnecessary drama, I will stay away from this thread unless I have to (also, no more complaining about pet peeves I have with this fandom).

I honestly find it so hard to talk about this show and it makes me sad and angry.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on March 26, 2014, 03:43:26 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/t1.0-9/1499587_740465315984426_1911389817_n.png)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: I am lizard on March 26, 2014, 06:09:52 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/t1.0-9/1499587_740465315984426_1911389817_n.png)
That is the literal dumbest idea ever.
You need to make her death look like an accident.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Radiation on March 27, 2014, 06:15:37 pm
Sorry to go a bit off topic here but does anyone know where I can stream MLP episodes other than on Dailymotion and Youtube? Because Dailymotion keeps having to buffer and reload and Youtube takes down the episodes.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Feral Dog on March 27, 2014, 11:39:26 pm
http://www.justanimedubbed.tv/watch/watch/my-little-pony-friendship-is-magic/

Granted I'm only a casual watcher so I don't know if that's all the episodes.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on March 31, 2014, 01:48:56 pm
Sorry to go a bit off topic here but does anyone know where I can stream MLP episodes other than on Dailymotion and Youtube? Because Dailymotion keeps having to buffer and reload and Youtube takes down the episodes.

I go on animeflavor or watchcartoononline
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: TheL on April 12, 2014, 05:50:45 pm
Was there just no new episode today? :(
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: syaoranvee on April 12, 2014, 06:58:53 pm
Was there just no new episode today? :(

No, there was a week break.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 12, 2014, 08:15:54 pm
Was there just no new episode today? :(

No, there was a week break.

Yeah, it'll be back next week.  And the season finale is back to back.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on April 23, 2014, 10:03:26 pm
Pinkie has offically replaced Rainbow Dash as worst pony
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on April 23, 2014, 11:35:05 pm
Pinkie has offically replaced Rainbow Dash as worst pony

Don't you declare that every episode she airs in, or have I confused you with someone else? :P Ah well.

This was a great episod, looking forward to future ones.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: I am lizard on April 24, 2014, 06:11:36 pm
Wonderful, the kid who got in with the make a wish foundation now has porn up already!
Uuugghhh.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on April 24, 2014, 06:19:23 pm
Wonderful, the kid who got in with the make a wish foundation now has porn up already!
Uuugghhh.

I'm really getting sick of that.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: I am lizard on April 24, 2014, 06:45:24 pm
Wonderful, the kid who got in with the make a wish foundation now has porn up already!
Uuugghhh.

I'm really getting sick of that.
Me saying uuugghh?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on April 24, 2014, 07:02:19 pm
I think he was referring to Stellar Eclipse R34
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 24, 2014, 07:07:16 pm
I think he was referring to Stellar Eclipse R34

As far as I understand, Stellar himself doesn't care.  It's his MOM that's upset about it.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on April 24, 2014, 07:44:48 pm
Wonderful, the kid who got in with the make a wish foundation now has porn up already!
Uuugghhh.

Welcome to the Internet. hope you're sitting comfortably, things can and will only get worse from here.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: I am lizard on April 24, 2014, 09:07:51 pm
Wonderful, the kid who got in with the make a wish foundation now has porn up already!
Uuugghhh.

Welcome to the Internet. hope you're sitting comfortably, things can and will only get worse from here.
You're proof of that.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on April 25, 2014, 03:17:10 am
Wonderful, the kid who got in with the make a wish foundation now has porn up already!
Uuugghhh.

Welcome to the Internet. hope you're sitting comfortably, things can and will only get worse from here.
You're proof of that.

Boy, that escalated quickly.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on April 25, 2014, 07:04:13 am
Wonderful, the kid who got in with the make a wish foundation now has porn up already!
Uuugghhh.

Welcome to the Internet. hope you're sitting comfortably, things can and will only get worse from here.
You're proof of that.

(http://i.imgur.com/OpwUp7n.jpg)
The fuck you say to me you little bitch
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: fancy_kitten on April 25, 2014, 07:16:46 am
Wonderful, the kid who got in with the make a wish foundation now has porn up already!
Uuugghhh.

Welcome to the Internet. hope you're sitting comfortably, things can and will only get worse from here.

Yes R34 exists, but I never heard about infuriated Dexter fans making disgusting porn of that one episode that was written by a kid purely because the makers of Dexter's Lab dared to have an actual kid involved with the creation of an episode.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: I am lizard on April 25, 2014, 07:24:25 am
Wonderful, the kid who got in with the make a wish foundation now has porn up already!
Uuugghhh.

Welcome to the Internet. hope you're sitting comfortably, things can and will only get worse from here.

Yes R34 exists, but I never heard about Dexter infuriated fans making disgusting porn of that one episode that was written by a kid purely because the makers of Dexter's Lab dared to have an actual kid involved with the creation of an episode.
To be fair, most fandoms, Bronies certainly included, are full to the brim of slimy fuckers.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 25, 2014, 12:37:47 pm
Wonderful, the kid who got in with the make a wish foundation now has porn up already!
Uuugghhh.

Welcome to the Internet. hope you're sitting comfortably, things can and will only get worse from here.

Yes R34 exists, but I never heard about Dexter infuriated fans making disgusting porn of that one episode that was written by a kid purely because the makers of Dexter's Lab dared to have an actual kid involved with the creation of an episode.
To be fair, most fandoms, Bronies certainly included, are full to the brim of slimy fuckers.

That goes for any fandom.  Bronies are just vocal and stupidly proud about it.  Why, I have no idea.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on April 25, 2014, 02:35:25 pm
Wonderful, the kid who got in with the make a wish foundation now has porn up already!
Uuugghhh.

Welcome to the Internet. hope you're sitting comfortably, things can and will only get worse from here.

Yes R34 exists, but I never heard about Dexter infuriated fans making disgusting porn of that one episode that was written by a kid purely because the makers of Dexter's Lab dared to have an actual kid involved with the creation of an episode.
To be fair, most fandoms, Bronies certainly included, are full to the brim of slimy fuckers.

That goes for any fandom.  Bronies are just vocal and stupidly proud about it.  Why, I have no idea.

By theory is that they're extremely insecure about enjoying a little girls' cartoon, so they freak out in their attempts to make it seem more mature of a cartoon than it actually is.

Granted, Rule 34 of everything exists out there (by definition) but a lot of people trying to prove that they're not manchildren leads to a lot of stupidity.

which I don't actually think applies to this scenario: I think it may have simply been someone doing it for the lulz and the outrage.  Though that's the optimistic interpretation.

The other optimistic interpretation is that they didn't realize it was a kid's OC.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 25, 2014, 05:04:51 pm
The other optimistic interpretation is that they didn't realize it was a kid's OC.

I CAN confirm a few artists actually didn't know when they drew r34 of him.  They pulled their work and put up apologies when they found out.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ultimate Paragon on April 25, 2014, 05:05:55 pm
Really, trying to turn everything sexual makes you look less mature, not more.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: MadCatTLX on April 28, 2014, 03:16:32 pm
*Snip*

I just found out about the Jan thing a little bit ago and many people are saying anyone who wants to should really start downloading and archiving all pony videos they like just in case this thing happens again. I'm gonna start downloading all the pony videos in my favorites list and go from there. I needed to download tons of music off youtube anyway, I guess now is as good a time as any. Probably gonna need a new external hard drive if I do this. Hours upon hours of pony music alone...

I already save any pictures I find around the net that I even sort of like. I think I'll start downloading the PDFs of anything I like on the Instructables site as well. Well, there goes my connection speed for the foreseeable future. Good thing I was planning on spending a lot of time working on projects that aren't computer related this summer. [/offtopic]

The funny thing is that not only is this not going to get rid of mirrors of Jan's videos, there are probably more copies uploaded now than before with the multiple mirrors on multiple sites.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on May 07, 2014, 07:46:57 pm
Nailed it.

#Invalid YouTube Link#
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ultimate Paragon on May 07, 2014, 07:48:06 pm
Nailed it.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ky7j8R6tdzQ
Fixed it for you.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on May 07, 2014, 10:17:04 pm
So... finale this Saturday.  Yes, I've seen spoilers, no, I won't link any.  Hot damn, I'm excited~
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on May 07, 2014, 10:34:49 pm
Dammit dammit DAMMIT DAMMIT DAMMIT DAMMIT DAMMIT DAMMIT DAMMIT DAMMIT DAMMIT DAMMIT!!!

I am excited!! XD
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on May 09, 2014, 04:21:00 pm
"In order to protect their magic, as well as the fate of Equestria, Princess Celestia, Princess Luna, and Princess Cadance transfer all of their magical power to Twilight."

wat
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on May 09, 2014, 04:52:07 pm
So... a super-charged Twi.

... She could just drop the moon on him.  A few dozen times.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on May 09, 2014, 07:32:34 pm
It's actually a really reasonable reaction when considering that the villain in question is capable of stealing magic.  It's easier to protect one source than four, not to mention that four separate power sources won't be able to accomplish as much as all their powers combined.

However, I doubt this is permanent, because in the end, Twi's still gotta hang with her friends, and she can't do that when she's taking care of the sun, AND the moon, AND the Crystal Empire.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on May 09, 2014, 08:31:46 pm
Not to mention having to explain to her parents AND Shining Armor... boy, the latter would be ULTRA awkward.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: I am lizard on May 09, 2014, 11:48:36 pm
I think they should have just had a bunch of non-magic ponie soldiers Zerg rush him or just had some archers.
Hell, just drop a rock on him, squishing is the weakness to most magical non-humans.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on May 10, 2014, 12:29:22 am
Earth Ponies and Pegasi have magic, too.

It's just different from unicorn magic.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on May 10, 2014, 01:16:15 am
There's some headcanon I hold (and I'd LOVE to see it in the show) that Earth ponies, along with being really good at growing amongst other things, that they can dig and tunnel and backfill to rival Diamond Dogs...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on May 10, 2014, 11:44:51 am
So... how about that finale? Frig DAMN! <3

My inner pony is squeeing and bouncing around like Twilight doing her 'yes yes yes' bit.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on May 10, 2014, 12:35:48 pm
It's the finale already? Christ, I haven't watched a new episode since March...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on May 10, 2014, 12:55:01 pm
Do you want me to post the link to the HD download when it's up?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on May 10, 2014, 01:42:46 pm
(click to show/hide)

All in all, 9/10, very enjoyable finale.

Now to wait for Season 5.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on May 11, 2014, 01:02:54 pm
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/t1.0-9/s526x395/10156085_768290476523424_158385247752579371_n.jpg)

Too soon?

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Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on May 11, 2014, 01:23:13 pm
HAH!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Sour Grapes on May 11, 2014, 09:09:04 pm
*chuckles*  That was rather funny.

Also, anybody else notice that Twilight and friends actually became, in essence, the Elements of Harmony?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Witchyjoshy on May 11, 2014, 11:04:26 pm
*chuckles*  That was rather funny.

Also, anybody else notice that Twilight and friends actually became, in essence, the Elements of Harmony?

That's definitely a good way to put it, too.

Now if only becoming an Element of Harmony didn't mean getting Cutie Mark herpes every time you powered up.

(I wonder if their future "power ups" will be more like recolored versions of their normal selves? I hope so, that's what's actually done with some of the "Rainbow Power" toys.  Rainbow Power Pinkie actually looks decent.)
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Feral Dog on July 10, 2014, 05:01:16 am
(https://33.media.tumblr.com/332795d8ef4860a2a6f611a87d18347b/tumblr_n8fa9ohWXQ1sa6wdbo1_500.jpg)

Present for my cousin's daughter... I think it came out a little funky, but she's a very happy six-year-old.  :D
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: syaoranvee on August 05, 2014, 09:37:58 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GfEsGkcydi8

Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on August 06, 2014, 08:52:35 pm
oh yeah, I forgot to post that here... thanks, Syao!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: SCarpelan on September 02, 2014, 12:50:18 pm
A link to this was in my Facebook feed. I assume people here can appreciate this.

Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on September 02, 2014, 01:20:47 pm
... yes... yes we can.  Thanks, Carpelan!

Is that a political ad? It looks like one...
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Askold on September 02, 2014, 01:49:56 pm

Tom of Finland was an artist ( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tom_of_Finland ) famous for his gay art. Mari Kasurinen ( http://marikasurinen.com/ ) is another Finnish artist who wanted to make a tribute to him.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on September 02, 2014, 02:04:00 pm
That's... really cool, actually! Thanks for sharing!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Ghoti on September 02, 2014, 08:41:16 pm

Tom of Finland was an artist ( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tom_of_Finland ) famous for his gay art. Mari Kasurinen ( http://marikasurinen.com/ ) is another Finnish artist who wanted to make a tribute to him.
Is that the gay postage stamp guy?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on September 03, 2014, 08:53:48 am
Yeah, that's the dude.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on September 29, 2014, 05:18:47 pm
Bumping this thread to inform you all on this latest piece (http://www.horse-news.net/2014/09/anti-brony-cameo-in-idw-comics-results.html) of internet drama
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: I am lizard on September 29, 2014, 05:29:31 pm
Okay, I've received this vision of the future:

I see bronies overreacting and labeling this [something]gate, lots of fighting, death/rape threats from bronies, bronies doxxing people, SJWs sending death threats and harassment, and the whole thing amounting to nothing besides pointless arguments.


Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on September 29, 2014, 05:36:08 pm
I don't think it's gonna reach THAT level, like the article said the dude already got fired. At best we'll get a bunch of harmless twitter shitfits from both sides and then we'll get a new issue to bitch about.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: I am lizard on September 29, 2014, 05:38:00 pm
I don't think it's gonna reach THAT level, like the article said the dude already got fired. At best we'll get a bunch of harmless twitter shitfits from both sides and then we'll get a new issue to bitch about.
He was fired? That seems excessive.

I'm a bit disappointed I wanted to see a bunch of bronies demanding blood and some SJW telling them to kill themselves.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: solar. on September 29, 2014, 05:45:02 pm
Meh whatever. I'm glad I left the fandom, seems nothing's changed.

Rainbow Rocks was petty enjoyable though.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on September 29, 2014, 07:54:59 pm
I have heard nothing but good things about Rainbow Rocks.  C'mon, Lyrabon is CANON, bitches! WHOO-HOO!

Also, Octavia got a line~ My favorite cellist finally got to say something~!
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cataclysm on February 11, 2015, 10:40:18 pm
Finally the trailer.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wHFNhNf1S8
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on February 14, 2015, 07:02:56 pm
I'm hearing March or April, for the record.

... One of the dates being floated around? April Fool's Day.  Yep.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 04, 2015, 06:24:26 pm
So.  At long, long last, season 5 is here.  The wait is over.

I'd like to ask that we wait a few days for folks to watch the episodes if they haven't, and if we put any spoilers, to put them behind a tag.

For those that did see it, what'd you think? Good, bad, indifferent? what were the high and low points for you?
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Dakota Bob on April 04, 2015, 08:29:47 pm
Oh damn, I completely forgot about this. I've been off the horse bandwagon for a while. has the show taken a dive in quality, or is it still bretty gud? might have to check it out if so.
Title: Re: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Post by: Cerim Treascair on April 04, 2015, 09:49:17 pm
Actually... the animation took a significant bump upwards, I think.

For those that want to watch it, here you go:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gUl1yCZZGEI