Reserved for when Season 5 begins
Doesn't that mean when season 5 begins, you'll have to revive this thread from the bottom of the forums? :I (since there likely won't be much posts on it until then)
Exactly!
I just hope it's 26 episodes despite Equestria Girls 2.
:(
It's kind of early for this thread. o_O
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2014 Jan 31, 22:51:31
It's kind of early for this thread. o_O
must start early.....
Quote from: Weatherboy1 on 2014 Jan 31, 23:30:27
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2014 Jan 31, 22:51:31
It's kind of early for this thread. o_O
must start early.....
Then where is season 7?
8?
9?
1231?
Gotta start early bro.
Quote from: Thunder Jet on 2014 Jan 31, 23:45:28
Quote from: Weatherboy1 on 2014 Jan 31, 23:30:27
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2014 Jan 31, 22:51:31
It's kind of early for this thread. o_O
must start early.....
Then where is season 7?
8?
9?
1231?
Gotta start early bro.
Season 5 is confirmed, but 6, 7, 8, 9, and on aren't. :P
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2014 Jan 31, 23:47:12
Quote from: Thunder Jet on 2014 Jan 31, 23:45:28
Quote from: Weatherboy1 on 2014 Jan 31, 23:30:27
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2014 Jan 31, 22:51:31
It's kind of early for this thread. o_O
must start early.....
Then where is season 7?
8?
9?
1231?
Gotta start early bro.
Season 5 is confirmed, but 6, 7, 8, 9, and on aren't. :P
as soon as 6 is confirmed, I'm reserving another Discussion post :)
Maybe Comic Con will display Season videos Again.
It really is too early for this thread. Are reserving topics even allowed?
Then again I guess we can discuss season 5 in that we can speculate what-all is gonna happen, or whatever info gets released to the public.
Personally, I'm super glad that M.A. Larson is coming back :) Season 4 was kinda a train wreck, so I'm positive that Larson will do some much-needed tidying up around here. (Assuming he hasn't gotten rusty when it comes to Pony anyway)
http://www.equestriadaily.com/2014/06/wall-street-journal-pegs-season-5-for.html
Season 5 is apparently confirmed for this fall instead of 2015 if EQD's source is accurate.
Quote from: Trege on 2014 Jun 17, 14:15:42
http://www.equestriadaily.com/2014/06/wall-street-journal-pegs-season-5-for.html
Season 5 is apparently confirmed for this fall instead of 2015 if EQD's source is accurate.
Which'd be about when the 2015 fiscal year begins.
Quote from: Trege on 2014 Jun 17, 14:15:42
http://www.equestriadaily.com/2014/06/wall-street-journal-pegs-season-5-for.html
Season 5 is apparently confirmed for this fall instead of 2015 if EQD's source is accurate.
I can only hope that this is true and the source ends up being accurate.
:(
Quote from: LostSanity on 2014 Jun 18, 17:53:18
Quote from: Trege on 2014 Jun 17, 14:15:42
http://www.equestriadaily.com/2014/06/wall-street-journal-pegs-season-5-for.html
Season 5 is apparently confirmed for this fall instead of 2015 if EQD's source is accurate.
I can only hope that this is true and the source ends up being accurate.
:(
It's the Wall Street journal. They deal in business. And launch dates for a popular show are probably in some fashion an interest investors in Hasbro would like to know. Especially one that follows a toy-line. I wouldn't be surprised if there's trends where toy sales slump during an off-season when the little girls aren't reminded the show exists and encourage parents to impulse buy for them.
Likely, not reporting accurately on it would be a disservice to their readers: investors.
Quote from: Trege on 2014 Jun 17, 14:15:42
http://www.equestriadaily.com/2014/06/wall-street-journal-pegs-season-5-for.html
Season 5 is apparently confirmed for this fall instead of 2015 if EQD's source is accurate.
I actually read on EQD that they are deciding between either this fall or early 2015.
http://www.equestriadaily.com/2014/06/season-5-release-date-once-again.html
Animatic was just posted!
Interesting. Very interesting.
I'm looking forward to the new season.
^-^
Let's hope it starts this year and not next year...
:'(
Quote from: LostSanity on 2014 Jul 25, 22:43:16
Let's hope it starts this year and not next year...
:'(
(http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140509154945/mlp/images/1/11/Season_5_Promo_MLP.png)
You
really can't expect them to have a new season in the same year as the previous one, considering the amount of time it takes to make each episode.
Quote from: Tiger on 2014 Jul 25, 22:48:22
Quote from: LostSanity on 2014 Jul 25, 22:43:16
Let's hope it starts this year and not next year...
:'(
(http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140509154945/mlp/images/1/11/Season_5_Promo_MLP.png)
You really can't expect them to have a new season in the same year as the previous one, considering the amount of time it takes to make each episode.
I can when it didn't take this long before.
There is already a clip that was released at Comic Con. I saw it on Equestria Daily.
I'm sure that Season 5 will start sometime in November of 2014, although keep in mind that the 3rd season of Littlest Pet Shop premiered just a couple weeks after the season 4 finale of MLP. Hasbro could release it anytime between now and early 2015. Remember that it takes time and money to produce animation like this so give some patience, time, and respect to the MLP team at DHX. <3
REVIVING THREAD!
Thankies! Also, season five will start sometime in spring of next year, giving us about a 4-5 month span of time it will be released in.
The mane six are going to travel Equestria to spread friendship and solve problems. :D
I want it to start sooner. This wait has been way too long for ridiculous reasons IMO.
I guess. Maybe? Probably? I don't know anymore...
*goes to cry in a corner*
:'(
Maybe Febuary start's the season five. ono :o
Quote from: fdf01 on 2015 Jan 25, 06:49:18
Maybe Febuary start's the season five. ono :o
I don't think so but we are probably getting a season 5 trailer on February 16th (http://www.equestriadaily.com/2015/01/ponycon-2015-to-premiere-new-season-5.html) ovO
REVIVING THREAD!
As seen before we have our brandnew S5 trailer at last.
Any word on why S5 took so long to air?
Quote from: Tiger on 2014 Jan 31, 19:21:29
Doesn't that mean when season 5 begins, you'll have to revive this thread from the bottom of the forums? :I (since there likely won't be much posts on it until then)
LOL YA am I the only one who thinks the cutie mark crusaders should get there cutie marks??? 0:)
http://www.equestriadaily.com/2015/02/more-season-5-reveals-including-episode.html
Quote from: Griffon on 2015 Feb 26, 03:46:59
http://www.equestriadaily.com/2015/02/more-season-5-reveals-including-episode.html
I just read this. Tis sounds pretty interesting.
Quote from: Griffon on 2015 Feb 26, 03:46:59
http://www.equestriadaily.com/2015/02/more-season-5-reveals-including-episode.html
And Big Macintosh
still doesn't have his own episode. :l
http://www.equestriadaily.com/2015/03/season-5-first-two-episode-titles-and.html#idc-cover
Quote from: Griffon on 2015 Mar 03, 03:38:55
http://www.equestriadaily.com/2015/03/season-5-first-two-episode-titles-and.html#idc-cover
O:
Gave up their cutie marks?! Did they really give up their cutie marks??
June 30 for the DVD release. So, season 5 will definitely start in spring.
HypeHypeHypeHypeHype :D
Every bit more I see of this just convinces me more that this village is a collective consciousness.
I'm really excited for season 5! The spoilers are only teasing me more.
Also, just putting this out there... but I
totally called (https://twitter.com/KuddlyKalli/status/555128405885087744) the premiere's air date back in January. Like a boss.
season 5 is going to be the best season so I got a lot of expiation also hi to anyone I don't know (just cause) :P
New season officially starts tomorrow!!
I'm excited. Really. I am. I can't believe I survived that longer-than-it-should-have-been wait.
However... I'm still a little worried...
I just want the longer-than-it-should-have-been wait to be worth it...
:I
Waiting game, engaged.
*Has Hungry, Hungry Hippos ready*
Massive Episode 1/2 Spoiilers :3
The town is strange for sure. Some of the Cutie Marks to me look like the Sims Traits and also some that already exist in LoE. The smiles all look like botox.
To me it also, feels like a Fallout Vault, something from Stable-Tec them and their weird experiments. Starlight Glimmer being the Overseer.
Also similar to a real life country, where all of the population they seem to believe whatever their leader says. Also, at the end Wilhelm scream.
Just finished watching it. I won't spoil anything, I'm just going to say it was good.
That and I'm glad I can finally visit my favorite pony sites without having to worry about spoilers.
Pinkie Pie was just amazing the whole time. I couldn't get enough of her!
(https://i.imgflip.com/j46g0.jpg)
The S5 premiere was great. I can't wait for the next episode :D
Pinkie's facial expressions and that baloon pony (I think his name was Party Favor) with his bridge made my day
.
Off-Topic but I have to let this out:
The German S4 premiere surprised me with a new voice for Rainbow Dash, Ugh... :facehoof:.
I don't know how to describe it, she tries to sound and to act like the English Rainbow Dash but fails in many attempts.
Her representation of RD's character/personality seems a bit off - It feels more forced than natural.
Now her voice is even more annoying than before.
Or maybe it's because I've never heard this voice before and I just have to get used to it.
Well, we'll see where this is going. >:/
Just a friendly reminder everyone, please make sure any discussions or screenshots from new episodes are hidden in spoiler tags until the monday following release, as per Section 2 of the rules. Thanks!
This was probably my favorite 2-parter! Even better than Twi's Kingdom!
I kinda want to see more of those 4 ponies at the end. Double Diamond sounds like a really cool guy!
I'm also really tense about what happened at the end there. What happened to Glimmer!? That's kind of nerve racking. No villian had escaped before, and still had villainous intent. This was a really cool twist, AND I REALLY WANT TO SEE MORE!
:3
EDIT: Does anyone know if there is an extended version of that credit song? It sounded awesome!
I liked this start. You know you have a good villain when I hate their guts.
I actually fount the episodes a bit dark, what with Glimmer trying to, y'now, BLARGH everyone at the end. I was a little annoyed by Fluttershy throughout the start though.
Quote from: Chromastone64 on 2015 Apr 04, 19:31:26
I liked this start. You know you have a good villain when I hate their guts.
I actually fount the episodes a bit dark, what with Glimmer trying to, y'now, BLARGH everyone at the end. I was a little annoyed by Fluttershy throughout the start though.
This may sound like a shocker, but I kinda saw her to be kinda like Senator Armstrong.
They both had good intentions, but went about them in all the wrong ways. And they were both stopped by people who tried to do the same thing as them, just in a way that wouldn't make the world horrible.
It Begins!
Spoiler: On EP 1-2. More spoilers for the spoiler pile! • show
A classic story, wrapped in pony.
I did not expect them to go there but I liked it! The story itself didn't do anything very surprising, but it really made for one entertaining episode. I especially liked Pinkie in this one, and the villain (her name kinda got away from me) was pretty well played, with just the right level of convincingness and evil undertone. The later of which should never become an overtone, like Sunset Shimmers somewhat cringe-worthy display in the first EQG movie...
It also once more shows that the majority of ponies are hilariously bad at spotting lies and insincerities... They have all the worse human traits, greed, fear, herd mentality, etc, except they are just really bad at hiding it and acting on it and the worst they generally do to each other is locking them in a house or throwing pie. It turns even a generally pretty dark story like this into something rather harmless and adorable!
...
Twilight is getting kinda preachy though. It was pretty funny how the villain kept interrupting her.
And I'm just gonna stay out of the Stalinist/Orwellian analogy theories because uh, that's taking things a bit too far even for me.
Also most of this thread does not discuss season 5? It was made in April 2014... maybe not do that for season 6.
This was a really interesting premiere! Starlight Glimmer was really well-done as a villain, as a manipulative character who is actually pretty convincing. I never expected her to have her cutie mark!
I kind of wonder if Starlight Glimmer will come back later in the season.
I definitely can't wait for more episodes!
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 Apr 05, 01:25:29
This was a really interesting premiere! Starlight Glimmer was really well-done as a villain, as a manipulative character who is actually pretty convincing. I never expected her to have her cutie mark!
I kind of wonder if Starlight Glimmer will come back later in the season.
I definitely can't wait for more episodes!
Given the ending it's more or less set up for Starlight Jong-Un to be the big bad for this season. Or at least one of them. If their cutie marks lead them all over the country to solve problems like this, then they're liable to meet a lot of baddies and make a lot of eneimes. I could see this season finale culminating with all of the baddies they tee-off throughout the series joining forces to take them down.
Quote from: Midnight Breeze on 2015 Apr 05, 01:42:00
Given the ending it's more or less set up for Starlight Jong-Un to be the big bad for this season. Or at least one of them. If their cutie marks lead them all over the country to solve problems like this, then they're liable to meet a lot of baddies and make a lot of eneimes. I could see this season finale culminating with all of the baddies they tee-off throughout the series joining forces to take them down.
True, true. This certainly has the potential to end up with the season finale being the Mane Six facing off against a Bad Six. Especially considering Starlight Glimmer's name is yet another name that reflects off Twilight Sparkle's. That, and we never got Starlight's backstory. We have no idea why she did this.
Think about it...
- Nightmare Moon: We learned the story of how Luna grew envious of how the ponies played during the day and slept through the night, and her envy transformed her into Nightmare Moon. We knew why she wanted to make it night forever.
- Discord: We were told that he ruled Equestria with chaos, reveling in everypony's suffering and torment.
- Chrysalis: She explained that Equestria has the most love of any land she has ever seen and that she wanted to conquer Equestria so her changelings could feed on the ponies' love.
- Sombra: Celestia explained that he had conquered the Crystal Empire and that he had a dark heart full of hatred. So, I guess we're to assume he did what he did out of hatred and darkness.
- Sunset Shimmer: It was explained that she used to be one of Celestia's students, but she grew impatient with Celestia's method of teaching. She wanted power, and she wanted it fast.
- Tirek: We were told the whole story of him and Scorpan going to Equestria to take over. He just wanted to be powerful and rule Equestria.
- The Dazzlings: Twilight explained their backstory that Starswirl banished them to another world due to how much conflict they were stirring up. Adagio was pretty upfront with the audience about what she and the other two wanted - to be adored. I like to headcanon that they grew up lonely due to ponies ostracizing them just because they were sirens, so Adagio decided they should just force others to love them. Sonata went into a simpler, happier place in her mind, and Aria closed herself off, telling herself she didn't need anyone. It was Adagio who pulled them together for such a plot.
But anyway, we didn't get anything about Starlight. Not a speck of her backstory, no explanation for why she feels the way she does or why she did all of this. We've always gotten some kind of explanation for villains, but not her. It makes me think she'll come back and they'll explain later.
I can only imagine that she was tired of living in envy of other ponies' talents or something, and she wanted to feel superior for once. I wonder what exactly her talent is.
I thought the two episodes were kinda predictable, but it was a nice change of pace from the usual "zoMG EPICNESS!!" type of premieres we usually see. I like grand openers too, but this was very refreshing ^-^
Anyway more under the spoiler!
I love how Pinkie Pie was a little more subdued in these episodes. After what we've seen of her lately, I was expecting her to be screeching at the top of her lungs about how fake everyone's smiles were, but instead she was just making hilariously judgmental faces the whole time. I loved it!!
I also loved the way Fluttershy was utilized in this episode too. I know that a lot of the time she's kind of the butt of every joke for being a total scardy-cat, but I love how important she was to the plot of the opener. Not to mention, watching her bob her head to the beat of the catchy song was so friggen adorable, omg.
(Did I mention I liked the song? Because I did! I do!)
I think the incidental ponies were great too. I was a little apprehensive about them including more stallions at first (seeing as how, in most kids shows, girls are usually outnumbered 4 to 1. I didn't want that to happen with pony too!) but the few that were shown were total sweethearts and of course Sugar Belle played a prominent role as well.
As Jerky as Rainbow Dash seemed in the episode, I thought she was being completely within her character to act the way she did, so I didn't mind. As a matter of fact everyone seemed pretty in character, which was fabulous.
I'm glad I stayed cautiously optimistic for Season 5. I'm currently enjoying it without getting disappointed either
I thought pinkie was just best in this episode despite the fact I thought the overall episode(s), everything seemed to be solved to quick, still though... I can see starlight glimmer coming back like a Trixie style showdown.
Still enjoyed the premiere though
This was my favourite Season premiere so far.. Also my favourite two episodes in he whole show...
I hate Double Diamond's voice... It's soooo annoying. Also, my brother said he looks like Justin Bieber after getting his mark back... No wonder his talent is not singing
So their butts are now beacons... as long as it doesn't light up the night sky... otherwise the CMC will get involved. "Girls. It's the cutie mark symbol. Cutie mark Crusaders away."
Spoiler: Huge Wall o' Spoilers • show Season 5 is off to a good start in my opinion. I love how they're starting to expand the world we know a bit more beyond the borders of Ponyville and Canterlot. I've loved the limited amount of lore we've gotten for the rest of the world so far, and I'm hoping we see more with the newly expanded world map.
I'm also glad they reigned in Pinkie Pie's personality a little bit after how over-the-top they pushed it in season 4. This is the Pinkie Pie I remember climbing up from my least favorite to second favorite of the mane 6. Fluttershy also gained some points with how she actually took some initiative while still being her usual self. It's about time some of that character development started to stick.
On to the town. That place was really, really creepy at first. I also agree with Pinkie about how fake the smiles were. They were definitely forced smiles and as the episode progressed it was interesting to see the image of a "perfect little town" start to collapse. Starting with how nervous some of the ponies were around Starlight and going on to the three ponies saying they wanted their cutie marks back. It makes me wonder how much longer things would've held together on their own even if the mane 6 hadn't shown up. I honestly doubt Starlight's ambitions would've lasted long once the rest of Equestria took notice.
Then the story took an interestingly dark turn with them being locked in one of the houses and being forced to listen to propaganda after having their cutie marks taken. Just stop and think about that for a moment. Also, Pinkie apparently had the highest resistance to Starlight's spell with how much trouble it seemed to be having keeping her excitability in check. That and the sudden seriousness afterward was funny and touched a little bit on how smart she really is behind her bubbly exterior.
Now this is where I took notice at the change in how Fluttershy was handled. I actually expected her to buckle under the pressure from her friends to pretend to be converted. However, I was actually surprised to see Fluttershy realize how wrong things were in the village and actually agree on her own initiative. Of course I also saw the "point out the traitors to prove your loyalty" coming from a mile away. I have to say, Party Favor was probably my favorite of the townsponies that were introduced. It takes real guts to take the fall for your friends like he did. Plus those balloons were awesome.
Then Starlight's plans began to fall apart. They were already starting to crack at the seams, but a little push of individualism was apparently enough to bring about a collapse. I'd already figured she wasn't at all what she seemed at first. From the beginning she had set herself above the other ponies, from having a house standing on its own to her passive aggressive interactions around town. The reveal of her cutie mark merely confirmed it.
The final chase scene was fun to watch too. I liked how the mane 6 had to rely on the other ponies to save their cutie marks for them rather than them being able to do it themselves. In the end I think the episode had a nice theme to it where equality doesn't come from everyone being the same, but from being able to celebrate everyone's differences without setting yourself above everyone else for it.
Also, Starlight is definitely a contrast to Twilight sparkle. Aside from the similar names they do have the same goals and purpose, but very different ways of achieving those goals. Makes me wonder if we'll get true contrasts to the other 5 to contrast season 4's theme. where in season 4 they inspired their element of harmony in others while this time around they might instead meet others who are just as honest, loyal, kind, generous and joyful as they are, but have a sort of dark contrast to those elements instead. Sort of like a set of Dark Elements of Harmony.
Spoiler: Somewhat Shorter Summaries • show Starlight Glimmer was an interesting villain and a nice contrast to Tirek's eventual reliance on his pure power rather than his initial cunning. Though I still have to wonder just how effective her plans would've been in the long-term. They started to unravel almost immediately after the mane 6 showed up and with how easily she started to panic I'm not sure how well they would've held together once the rest of Equestria took notice. I highly doubt the two sisters would've let her continue for long.
Also, I probably shouldn't say her plans when referring to Starlight Glimmer. She did say "our plans" at one point so I have a feeling there's another villain at work behind the scenes. And she did get away at the end of the episode so we'll definitely be seeing her again.
On that note: she's the first major antagonist to make it through a two-parter and actually escape in the end. Let that sink in a little.
Another interesting thing I want to touch on is how taking away a pony's talent apparently makes them equally bad at everything. No sense of aesthetics, no ability to cook even remotely well, etc. Also, when they were locked in the house I started to wonder just how strong ponies really are without their magic. I don't care how sturdy a wooden door is, if you hit it hard enough it'll give, and I would've expected the group's two strongest ponies to have enough non-magic, raw physical strength to bust the door down regardless of not having their talent. Yet they weren't able to. So how much of that strength is a part of their talents?
My curiosity only increased on this subject when they were chasing after Starlight into the mountains and the other ponies were able to easily overtake them, both on hoof and in the air so taking a pony's talent also considerably reduces their ability to run and fly. It really shows just how much ponies rely on their talents.
Though given the season's theme of Cutie Mark Magic I'm sure we'll get to see just how significant the effects of their natural magic really are.
That episode... was... interesting.
I
LOVED it. Unique and it had a different way of resolving it. It wasn't really resolved either with the villain getting away. I'm sure this sets up for the season finale and the "Cutie Mark Magic" thing. Or that's what I'm assuming.
Either way,
GREAT BEGINNING to the season and I can't wait to see more.
My worries were unfounded once again. At least for now.
I enjoyed this beginning though.
Quote from: Dawnstar on 2015 Apr 05, 15:52:56
Spoiler: Huge Wall o' Spoilers • show Season 5 is off to a good start in my opinion. I love how they're starting to expand the world we know a bit more beyond the borders of Ponyville and Canterlot. I've loved the limited amount of lore we've gotten for the rest of the world so far, and I'm hoping we see more with the newly expanded world map.
I'm also glad they reigned in Pinkie Pie's personality a little bit after how over-the-top they pushed it in season 4. This is the Pinkie Pie I remember climbing up from my least favorite to second favorite of the mane 6. Fluttershy also gained some points with how she actually took some initiative while still being her usual self. It's about time some of that character development started to stick.
On to the town. That place was really, really creepy at first. I also agree with Pinkie about how fake the smiles were. They were definitely forced smiles and as the episode progressed it was interesting to see the image of a "perfect little town" start to collapse. Starting with how nervous some of the ponies were around Starlight and going on to the three ponies saying they wanted their cutie marks back. It makes me wonder how much longer things would've held together on their own even if the mane 6 hadn't shown up. I honestly doubt Starlight's ambitions would've lasted long once the rest of Equestria took notice.
Then the story took an interestingly dark turn with them being locked in one of the houses and being forced to listen to propaganda after having their cutie marks taken. Just stop and think about that for a moment. Also, Pinkie apparently had the highest resistance to Starlight's spell with how much trouble it seemed to be having keeping her excitability in check. That and the sudden seriousness afterward was funny and touched a little bit on how smart she really is behind her bubbly exterior.
Now this is where I took notice at the change in how Fluttershy was handled. I actually expected her to buckle under the pressure from her friends to pretend to be converted. However, I was actually surprised to see Fluttershy realize how wrong things were in the village and actually agree on her own initiative. Of course I also saw the "point out the traitors to prove your loyalty" coming from a mile away. I have to say, Party Favor was probably my favorite of the townsponies that were introduced. It takes real guts to take the fall for your friends like he did. Plus those balloons were awesome.
Then Starlight's plans began to fall apart. They were already starting to crack at the seams, but a little push of individualism was apparently enough to bring about a collapse. I'd already figured she wasn't at all what she seemed at first. From the beginning she had set herself above the other ponies, from having a house standing on its own to her passive aggressive interactions around town. The reveal of her cutie mark merely confirmed it.
The final chase scene was fun to watch too. I liked how the mane 6 had to rely on the other ponies to save their cutie marks for them rather than them being able to do it themselves. In the end I think the episode had a nice theme to it where equality doesn't come from everyone being the same, but from being able to celebrate everyone's differences without setting yourself above everyone else for it.
Also, Starlight is definitely a contrast to Twilight sparkle. Aside from the similar names they do have the same goals and purpose, but very different ways of achieving those goals. Makes me wonder if we'll get true contrasts to the other 5 to contrast season 4's theme. where in season 4 they inspired their element of harmony in others while this time around they might instead meet others who are just as honest, loyal, kind, generous and joyful as they are, but have a sort of dark contrast to those elements instead. Sort of like a set of Dark Elements of Harmony.
Spoiler: Somewhat Shorter Summaries • show Starlight Glimmer was an interesting villain and a nice contrast to Tirek's eventual reliance on his pure power rather than his initial cunning. Though I still have to wonder just how effective her plans would've been in the long-term. They started to unravel almost immediately after the mane 6 showed up and with how easily she started to panic I'm not sure how well they would've held together once the rest of Equestria took notice. I highly doubt the two sisters would've let her continue for long.
Also, I probably shouldn't say her plans when referring to Starlight Glimmer. She did say "our plans" at one point so I have a feeling there's another villain at work behind the scenes. And she did get away at the end of the episode so we'll definitely be seeing her again.
On that note: she's the first major antagonist to make it through a two-parter and actually escape in the end. Let that sink in a little.
Another interesting thing I want to touch on is how taking away a pony's talent apparently makes them equally bad at everything. No sense of aesthetics, no ability to cook even remotely well, etc. Also, when they were locked in the house I started to wonder just how strong ponies really are without their magic. I don't care how sturdy a wooden door is, if you hit it hard enough it'll give, and I would've expected the group's two strongest ponies to have enough non-magic, raw physical strength to bust the door down regardless of not having their talent. Yet they weren't able to. So how much of that strength is a part of their talents?
My curiosity only increased on this subject when they were chasing after Starlight into the mountains and the other ponies were able to easily overtake them, both on hoof and in the air so taking a pony's talent also considerably reduces their ability to run and fly. It really shows just how much ponies rely on their talents.
Though given the season's theme of Cutie Mark Magic I'm sure we'll get to see just how significant the effects of their natural magic really are.
O: *IDEAS!*
You gave me ideas for the other five of the Bad Six!
So, Dark Magic was Starlight Glimmer trying to bring friendship through dark means.
Dark Honesty - A brutally honest pony who insists that no one keep any secrets whatsoever. The lesson is that some people have their secrets, and that's okay.
Dark Laughter - A pony who makes jokes at others' expense. Personally, I hate this kind of humor, where someone's jokes only consist of saying mean things about others and making fun of them. Some people find these "comedians" hilarious and see nothing wrong with their style of jokes.
Dark Generosity - A pony who plays on the old tale of Robin Hood! Or a pony who convinces others to give away everything they have until they have nothing. There is such a thing as too much generosity.
I'm having a hard time thinking of what Dark Kindness and Dark Loyalty would do, though.
Maybe Dark Loyalty would be loyal to the wrong kinds of ponies? Or maybe Dark Loyalty has a whole bunch of ponies being fiercely loyal to the wrong kind of ponies. The lesson is that, just because you're friends, it doesn't mean you can't object to the bad things your friends do.
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 Apr 05, 18:58:27
O: *IDEAS!*
You gave me ideas for the other five of the Bad Six!
So, Dark Magic was Starlight Glimmer trying to bring friendship through dark means.
Dark Honesty - A brutally honest pony who insists that no one keep any secrets whatsoever. The lesson is that some people have their secrets, and that's okay.
Dark Laughter - A pony who makes jokes at others' expense. Personally, I hate this kind of humor, where someone's jokes only consist of saying mean things about others and making fun of them. Some people find these "comedians" hilarious and see nothing wrong with their style of jokes.
Dark Generosity - A pony who plays on the old tale of Robin Hood! Or a pony who convinces others to give away everything they have until they have nothing. There is such a thing as too much generosity.
I'm having a hard time thinking of what Dark Kindness and Dark Loyalty would do, though.
Maybe Dark Loyalty would be loyal to the wrong kinds of ponies? Or maybe Dark Loyalty has a whole bunch of ponies being fiercely loyal to the wrong kind of ponies. The lesson is that, just because you're friends, it doesn't mean you can't object to the bad things your friends do.
Hm. Maybe dark elements wasn't the best choice of words without a little clarification. Something along the lines of a dark reflection of the mane six's virtues like a positive energy / negative energy sort of difference, or taking those virtues to an idealistic extreme.
Where Twilight is friendship and harmony through celebrating what makes everypony special and finding away to work through everypony's differences. Starlight was friendship and harmony by taking away what made everyone special even though it made everypony miserable.
Your idea for Honesty is a good possibility. An antagonist that takes honesty to such an extreme where even the most hurtful secrets are revealed would make for an interesting story, and show that too much Honesty can turn out to be a bad thing.
Your Laughter idea could work too, especially since Pinkie Pie already had an encounter with the "laugh at other's expense" type of laughter when Discord corrupted her. She actually said in that episode she didn't like that kind of laughter.
I'm not sure the Robin Hood style Generosity would work since that's more of a take from the greedy and give to the needy kind of story. However, the other one you mentioned would likely make for a really good story where the antagonist is literally driving communities into poverty by convincing them to giving up everything, even the things they need.
I agree Kindness is a bit of a tough one, and I can't really think of an idea off the top of my head, but there are such things as cruel kindnesses and stuff.
For Loyalty, I think it would be a case of the antagonist being able to inspire Loyalty in others much how Rainbow Dash inspires Loyalty, but them being a bad individual means that their supporters are either willingly doing bad things for them, or are compelled to support them out of Loyalty even against their own consciences.
All would basically be embodying the same elements of harmony as the mane six, and even being able to bring harmony just like the mane six, but doing so in a way that either passively or actively harms those they bring harmony to.
I liked the new episode. Of course it wasn't AMAZING but i did like it ^-^ Although compared to the previous season premieres it was a bit bland.
I could also nag about how Party Favor was pretty much just another Pinkie/Cheese Sandwich. I liked Double Diamond, a pretty unique character with a unique talent. although the white against white color scheme was a bit odd. Normally when I see white ponies there off white in some way but he was just WHITE.
Now I can say I LOVE this one particular part in the episode. I just can't stop watching it!
(http://i.imgur.com/xA5YsT3.gif) ISNT SHE PRECIOUS!!?? :')
I even made an edit!
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Just saw episode 3. There isn't a whole lot to say 'cause it's a pretty straight forward episode! Though it finally did address the elephant in the room so-to-speak haha...
I won't say nothin' spoilery, but that ending? Hit me right in the feels ;__;
That castle is still ugly but I appreciate more lighting!!
AHHH episode 3 was so sweeeeet!!
Though, I saw from a mile away that they were all gonna bring stuff that made them feel at home. But I didn't see them making that chandelier coming! That was so cool! And I thought, maybe they could decorate some of the various rooms with their stuff instead of cluttering one room with it, so each room could remind Twilight of each of her friends.
Yeah, I didn't see the chandelier coming either. I'm kind of wondering how they got the memories for the gemstones. Did they have pictures taken the whole time and just embed them, or use some kind of memory spell to actually pull images and enchant the gems?
Also, I'm sure they did the mayor a favor by digging out the tree stump. Somepony was bound to have to do so eventually. Can't have a burned-out home marring the town after all. Still, they must have worked real fast to dig that thing out because digging up tree roots isn't easy, especially a big one like that. Also, what about Twilight's lab? Considering it was underground and behind a wall I'm sure that place is relatively intact still.
Heh, I just realized I walked away from the episode with more questions than I started with.
I'll be honest though, when they said they were going to make Twilight feel more at home, especially with all the "books, books, books" at the end, I was expecting them to fill the place up with bookshelves and such to make it more like a big crystal library. I'm sure she would've loved that.
Spoiler: Not exactly related to the episode, but... • show ...I hope that singing voice of Rainbow's carries over to her song later this season, because wow. :3
Quote from: Dawnstar on 2015 Apr 12, 10:07:11
Yeah, I didn't see the chandelier coming either. I'm kind of wondering how they got the memories for the gemstones. Did they have pictures taken the whole time and just embed them, or use some kind of memory spell to actually pull images and enchant the gems?
Also, I'm sure they did the mayor a favor by digging out the tree stump. Somepony was bound to have to do so eventually. Can't have a burned-out home marring the town after all. Still, they must have worked real fast to dig that thing out because digging up tree roots isn't easy, especially a big one like that. Also, what about Twilight's lab? Considering it was underground and behind a wall I'm sure that place is relatively intact still.
Heh, I just realized I walked away from the episode with more questions than I started with.
I'll be honest though, when they said they were going to make Twilight feel more at home, especially with all the "books, books, books" at the end, I was expecting them to fill the place up with bookshelves and such to make it more like a big crystal library. I'm sure she would've loved that.
Spoiler: Not exactly related to the episode, but... • show ...I hope that singing voice of Rainbow's carries over to her song later this season, because wow. :3
Yeah, same, about the books!
I was like "I see where this is going.
![:]](https://forum.legendsofequestria.com/Smileys/default/ajawyea.png "Eeyup.")
You're gonna line the walls with bookshelves for her to start a library with."
I guess I kinda forgot that in EG2: Rainbow Rocks, Twilight had a huge stack of books delivered into her castle, so she already had a library in the castle. That, and didn't Rainbow Dash say, at the end of the episode, that she put Daring Do posters in Twilight's library?
So they managed to dig up the old library and made a chandelier out of it? I'd be a bit worried if that thing fell...
Spoiler: Episode 3 • show Was not expecting that chandelier. But it was absolutely brilliant. All those memories contained within gems hanging off it? So beautiful! ^-^
Quote from: Dawnstar on 2015 Apr 12, 10:07:11
Yeah, I didn't see the chandelier coming either. I'm kind of wondering how they got the memories for the gemstones. Did they have pictures taken the whole time and just embed them, or use some kind of memory spell to actually pull images and enchant the gems?
Also, I'm sure they did the mayor a favor by digging out the tree stump. Somepony was bound to have to do so eventually. Can't have a burned-out home marring the town after all. Still, they must have worked real fast to dig that thing out because digging up tree roots isn't easy, especially a big one like that. Also, what about Twilight's lab? Considering it was underground and behind a wall I'm sure that place is relatively intact still.
Heh, I just realized I walked away from the episode with more questions than I started with.
I'll be honest though, when they said they were going to make Twilight feel more at home, especially with all the "books, books, books" at the end, I was expecting them to fill the place up with bookshelves and such to make it more like a big crystal library. I'm sure she would've loved that.
Spoiler: Not exactly related to the episode, but... • show ...I hope that singing voice of Rainbow's carries over to her song later this season, because wow. :3
I've heard people complain about it, but I honestly think it sounded really nice!
I'm also super hyped because I heard she's finally getting a solo song. I hope it comes soon, maybe in Tanks for the Memories.
Here's my thoughts on Episode 3:
This one was pretty good. They at least tried to resolve the "controversy" (thought it wasn't a "controversy" to me...) that come out of the Season 4 finale for some people (myself
obviously not being one of them).
I never had a problem with Twilight getting a castle. Her old home didn't deserve to be destroyed, but, villains are mean like that.
Either way I liked this one as well. Whether or not it'll make the others who didn't enjoy what happened to Twilight's home getting destroyed and her getting a castle feel any better... well... that's up to those people I guess?
That's not the point though. The point is that I enjoyed this episode.
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 Apr 12, 11:08:27
Yeah, same, about the books!
I was like "I see where this is going.
You're gonna line the walls with bookshelves for her to start a library with."
I guess I kinda forgot that in EG2: Rainbow Rocks, Twilight had a huge stack of books delivered into her castle, so she already had a library in the castle. That, and didn't Rainbow Dash say, at the end of the episode, that she put Daring Do posters in Twilight's library?
Oh yeah, I forgot about that too. You see so little of it in the movie though so I guess it's ok that it got missed.
Granted some people don't exactly count the EQG universe as canon either.
Quote from: Chromastone64 on 2015 Apr 12, 13:28:54
So they managed to dig up the old library and made a chandelier out of it? I'd be a bit worried if that thing fell...
yeah, that was my thought too.
Quote from: Sunshine Smash on 2015 Apr 12, 17:13:36
I've heard people complain about it, but I honestly think it sounded really nice!
I'm also super hyped because I heard she's finally getting a solo song. I hope it comes soon, maybe in Tanks for the Memories.
Really? I'm kind of surprised. I've always thought she had a great singing voice even though there's always another singing with her.
Kind of why I'm looking forward to her having her own song, especially after how she sang in this episode. I have a feeling her upcoming song might actually knock Smile! out of first for my favorite show song. Tanks For The Memories does sound like a good episode for her to have a song in after reading that synopsis (I couldn't help but read that spoiler). Bonus points if she sings while letting her softer side show a little bit through that tough-girl attitude.
I CALLED IT!! I TOTALLY CALLED IT!! Princess Luna visited Apple Bloom in her dreams! As for how it built up with Sweetie Belle & Scootaloo in the dreamscape is what we may or may not have expected...!
As for Babs Seed, way to get her Cutie Mark, but then again, I think that may have been rushed or that it was her time coming...
My thoughts on Episode 4:
I have to admit, I
really liked this episode and what it was about.
I'd have to say that it's probably one of the few 'CMC' episodes that I
really enjoyed watching. Right now, I'd say it's probably also my favorite 'CMC related' episode.
It's not even because of Luna. Luna certainly helped it, and so did the Vinyl Scratch and Octavia appearances, but the content of the episode was
really good and a really good "lesson" or whatever you want to call it.
Yet another
AMAZING episode.
Pretty straight forward episode I thought. The dream sequences were pretty obvious to me, but they were interesting anyway. They did bring up an interesting idea though about those ponies who don't get the cutie mark they were expecting or one they don't like.
I know I'm not the only person who thought the shadow was Starlight at first either, however improbable that would have actually been.
Also, I realize the actresses are growing up, but did anyone else notice how different the CMC sounded? I dunno, maybe it's because I had watched the Cutie Mark Chronicles from Season 1 the night before.
I do have to admit the whole nightmare thing's a bit foreign to me since I haven't had one myself in over a decade.
Quote from: Dawnstar on 2015 Apr 19, 22:51:47
Pretty straight forward episode I thought. The dream sequences were pretty obvious to me, but they were interesting anyway. They did bring up an interesting idea though about those ponies who don't get the cutie mark they were expecting or one they don't like.
I know I'm not the only person who thought the shadow was Starlight at first either, however improbable that would have actually been.
Also, I realize the actresses are growing up, but did anyone else notice how different the CMC sounded? I dunno, maybe it's because I had watched the Cutie Mark Chronicles from Season 1 the night before.
I do have to admit the whole nightmare thing's a bit foreign to me since I haven't had one myself in over a decade.
Yeah, the nightmares especially got more obvious the more bizarre they got. Did anyone else notice, at one point, that Applejack had a bowl of purple punch on the table that had fish swimming in it?
I guess we can pass off their changing voices as the CMC themselves getting older. They need to start getting a little taller to match. I hope they're getting closer to getting their cutie marks.
Also, Babs Seed's cutie mark design is really cute.
The handle on the scissors is shaped like half an apple!
Spoiler: Season 5 Prediction • show Spoiler: Major Spoiler, Possibly • show G.M. Berrow's Celestia book may have dropped a subtle hint. I think we might meet a new alicorn this season. Possibly Princess Amore being restored? O:
Spoiler: My opinion on EP 5 • show I really liked this episode, it was nice to see a different side of Rainbow, and how deeply she loves Tank. I also like her song, at first I thought "meh" but after listening to it some more times it got stuck in my head x3
The episode can be viewed here (https://youtu.be/t6wiWUKaSmw) but will probably be taken down in a few moments.
Lots of favorites in today's episode for me. New favorite episode with new favorite song for my already favorite pony showing the more vulnerable, emotional side of her personality that she hides behind that arrogant, abrasive, tough-girl attitude of hers.
And before anyone says anything, Dash was my favorite pony the instant she was introduced. Which was months before I even knew the fandom existed. I freaking adore characters like her.
Anyway, incoming massive wall of spoilers that I've tried to section off a little.
Spoiler: Episode Start • show
I guess I should have figured that Cloudsdale could move seeing as it's floating and all, but I still have to say that is really cool. Guess moving the city across Equestria makes setting up winter a whole lot easier for the ponies.
Spoiler: Denial & Anger • show
And then we have the realization that Tank needs to hibernate hitting Dash like a ton of bricks which she of course doesn't take very well.
The idea of Tank leaving her, even if for only a few months, hurts her bad. Honestly, I'd say Tank might actually be closer to her than her friends are. We've already seen her show a special affection for him when she thinks nopony's looking, and she probably talks to him about all sorts of stuff that she wouldn't normally tell anypony else.
Tank's basically a security blanket for her, and that security blanket's being taken away from her. Which causes her to snap at and outright explode in front of her friends. It's not out of character, it's just her being really, really irrational.
Loved the banter between the other pegasi. Also, grinch face.
Spoiler: That Singing Voice • show
Now ever since I heard Dash was going to get her own solo song I've been hyped up to hear it and I wasn't disappointed. I am so adding it to my phone, and as weird as this is to say it, Smile! has been knocked into second place on my favorite songs list. I absolutely love Rainbow's singing voice.
Plus those faces. Oh, so many cute faces during that song. I was having heart attack after heart attack. :3
*ahem* Moving on.
Spoiler: Bargaining • show
Midway through the episode we have Dash failing to hold off winter. As skilled as she is, she's no match for the combined efforts of both Ponyville's and Cloudsdale's weather teams. So she decides to take things to the source: Cloudsdale's Weather Factory.
Now I know a lot of people probably wonder why there were no ponies still in the factory. No workers, no supervisors, no security. Yes it was for plot convenience, but it also made me wonder "How safe would Equestria have to be when one of its major lifelines can actually be left alone like that?"
I mean seriously, with the way they left the place alone I almost have to wonder if they haven't had to worry about something happening to the factory in so long they don't even think about it anymore. Making what Dash does next a completely unheard of occurrence.
Rainbow proceeds to sabotage winter for Ponyville, and by extension the rest of Equestria, until she sets off a chain of events that results in the destruction of the entire set of winter machinery and resulting in an entire winter's worth of snow burying Ponyville.
Stuck with the realization that she can't do anything to keep Tank from hibernating Dash hits an emotional rock bottom.
Fluttershy's rather blunt tough-love comment is the final crack in the dam for all of Rainbow's pent-up emotions, frustrations and anxieties and the waterworks spill forth quite literally.
Spoiler: Depression • show
Now, I have to admit this part was painful to watch. Aside from seeing my favorite pony completely break down into tears I also know that the undertones in the episode's story are as close to dealing with loss as I'm sure the writers were willing to go. I had to handle a far worse loss at a much younger age than her when ended up with me completely locking-down emotionally.
It...wasn't pleasant...
To anyone who criticizes Rainbow for overreacting over her pet going away for a few months I just want to say I think she's lucky that's as worse as it is for her. I know we'll never see it in the show, but this episode would hopefully help her better cope in the future. I don't know how she'd handle a family member, a friend or any potential future special somepony being gone for good.
But I honestly don't think she'd have come back from that as easily as she did from this.
Spoiler: Acceptance • show
Anyway, Rainbow finally comes to terms with the fact that she won't be able to see Tank for a few months, and she finds him a nice spot under a tree for him to hibernate. Staying behind reading a book both to help him sleep and also probably to help her feel better.
In the end we got to see Dash let out a lot of those pent-up emotions she tries her best to hide from everypony and hopefully grow even more as an individual.
End big mass o' spoilers.
Also, I swear I am not intentionally taking over the first posts on the pages.
Quote from: Dawnstar on 2015 Apr 26, 00:51:31
Spoiler: Episode Start • show
I guess I should have figured that Cloudsdale could move seeing as it's floating and all, but I still have to say that is really cool. Guess moving the city across Equestria makes setting up winter a whole lot easier for the ponies.
Spoiler: Little response • show *Insert Patrick "push it somewhere else meme"* "We should take Cloudsdale... and push it somewhere else!"
X3 I was also pleasantly surprised that Cloudsdale can move. I never really thought about it. I kinda thought it was always in that one spot it's depicted in on the map. I guess that's just their usual location for it so ponies traveling there can find it.
Spoiler: And now for me • show Twilight: Prepare yourselves, everypony. Winter is coming!
me: DID YOU REALLY JUST
They made that reference?! I expected that from the fans, but not the show itself! I like how it's written in a way so that, many years from now, if a generation that knows nothing about Game of Thrones watches it, it won't seem weird or out of place. It's just a statement that doubles as a reference. Still, though, that reference surprised me, and I yelled at my TV. lol
I mean, not only is the episode title (Tanks For the Memories) a reference (and a pun), but they also made a GoT reference? I don't watch GoT, but spend enough time on the Internet, and you'll know that "Winter is coming" thing, especially since it became a meme.
Anyway, this was a really cute episode. I wonder if it'll still be winter for the next few episodes for continuity's sake, until we get that Hearthswarming episode we're apparently getting. Yayyy, another holiday episode! :3
The name of the episode reminds me of:
Quote from: Night Pony on 2015 Apr 26, 13:09:48
The name of the episode reminds me of:
Exactly! I think it might be an intentional reference. They do have a habit of making episode titles that are references with puns, or puns on common phrases.
Bloom and Gloom was wordplay on Gloom and Doom.
Magical Mystery Cure was wordplay on Magical Mystery Tour.
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 Apr 26, 14:31:38
Exactly! I think it might be an intentional reference. They do have a habit of making episode titles that are references with puns, or puns on common phrases.
Bloom and Gloom was wordplay on Gloom and Doom.
Magical Mystery Cure was wordplay on Magical Mystery Tour.
And Sonic Rainboom was.... Well what do you need me for with that? You all know what it is.
Quote from: Sunshine Smash on 2015 Apr 26, 16:09:42
And Sonic Rainboom was.... Well what do you need me for with that? You all know what it is.
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Here are my Episode 5 thoughts:
This one... was... quite interesting.
I didn't expect to see this side of Rainbow Dash. I really didn't. It's made me like her more as a character. I didn't think she could cry like that. I kind of felt sorry for her. I felt sorry for Rainbow Dash. Yeah... I never thought I'd say
that either.
Also, I quite liked the song. Probably the first MLP:FiM song I've enjoyed in quite awhile now.
All in all... yet another
AMAZING episode.
My favorite part of the episode was the "Who's on First" bit between the pegasi; I've always loved that gag when its used well, but it was also well timed in my life as well. Just a few days ago I was talking to a non-fan friend about Pinkie Pie, and she began snickering at the name. I admitted that yes, it was a goofy name to hear being said in serious context, so I rather liked seeing the showrunners poking fun at how bizarre some of our pastel friends' names are.
But as someone who has had to say goodbye to a pet, and will probably have to do so some time in the near future (all my current dogs are getting old, and medications are springing up everywhere), I really started to understand what RD was going through. I've loved MLP for not treating its audience like idiots and trying to offer at least a little insight into deeper problems that you aren't expecting out of a 'kids show'. I think that's why I latched onto Steven Universe in the span of 24 hours, while I'm on the subject.
And as much as it was rough to watch, I appreciated Fluttershy understanding that Rainbow needed a chance to just release her pent up emotions, and that she was willing to offer that when she seemed stuck. It just made Fluttershy a more interesting character for me; even though I've liked her from the beginning, her being an extreme doormat bugs me because it's a flaw I admit to sharing.
Quote from: Stardust Dragon on 2015 Apr 26, 19:26:28
My favorite part of the episode was the "Who's on First" bit between the pegasi; I've always loved that gag when its used well, but it was also well timed in my life as well. Just a few days ago I was talking to a non-fan friend about Pinkie Pie, and she began snickering at the name. I admitted that yes, it was a goofy name to hear being said in serious context, so I rather liked seeing the showrunners poking fun at how bizarre some of our pastel friends' names are.
But as someone who has had to say goodbye to a pet, and will probably have to do so some time in the near future (all my current dogs are getting old, and medications are springing up everywhere), I really started to understand what RD was going through. I've loved MLP for not treating its audience like idiots and trying to offer at least a little insight into deeper problems that you aren't expecting out of a 'kids show'. I think that's why I latched onto Steven Universe in the span of 24 hours, while I'm on the subject.
And as much as it was rough to watch, I appreciated Fluttershy understanding that Rainbow needed a chance to just release her pent up emotions, and that she was willing to offer that when she seemed stuck. It just made Fluttershy a more interesting character for me; even though I've liked her from the beginning, her being an extreme doormat bugs me because it's a flaw I admit to sharing.
Fluttershy's part also showed some character development. She really did learn and grow from that lesson she received from the Breezies.
And now that you mention it, you're right about Steven Universe. It treats its audience like we all have some level of intelligence and maturity. They're not afraid to get serious and emotional. They're not afraid to have the gems actually speak like beings who've been alive and observing humans for thousands of years, especially with some of the stuff that Pearl says.
Stuff like that is what makes Steven Universe and MLP such good shows.
And yeah, the "Who's on First"-esque skit was pretty amusing. I enjoyed hearing them toy around with ponies' names.
I'm going on a bit of a tirade of something that bugged me about the new episode. It's not about the episode itself, I loved it.
I'm sick of all these people saying, "Ohhh this sucks because Rainbow didn't get consequences for destroying the factory. Let's face it, you don't care about that, if you did care then you would have said sometime about Fluttershy's actions in Swarm of the Century and The Best Night Ever. Did she cause lots of damages in those episodes? Yes. Was she ever penalized for doing something like that? No. I could go on and give examples of Twilight in Lesson Zero and Rarity in Inspiration Manifestation, but I'm not going to make this any larger.
What I'm trying to say is, stop giving Rainbow flak for something like this when you all happily ignored the other characters destroying things.
Spoiler: Rainbow Repercussions • show Honestly, I don't think she got in trouble because nopony actually saw her do anything. The factory was completely deserted when she was in there and by the time the workers showed up she was already caught in the system. Back in Ponyville the first anypony saw of her she was crawling out of the snow with the rest of them so they probably assumed she was caught in the blast as well. If somepony did happen to see her in the snowball it's possible they figured she got caught in it as it was flying from Cloudsdale.
For all anypony would know there was either a malfunction in the machinery, or somepony forgot to do a proper check on the system before going on break and it overloaded.
I'm not saying what she did shouldn't have repercussions, but I think karma took care of that when her actions caused winter to come even sooner cutting her time with tank even shorter.
I did realize she told her friends she was on the snowball. Whether she told them she was responsible for the factory is another matter, but if she did tell just them they'd probably keep it to themselves.
The only other option is that the damage to the weather factory wasn't as severe as it looked.
My thoughts on Appleloosa's Most Wanted:
All in all I really liked it!!
It was nice to see an AJ & CMC episode without worrying about the mane 6 forcefully tagging along for the ride. I also really liked the message/lesson of the episode too; that sometimes the most pessimistic view isn't always the correct or "realistic" way to look at things. I wish more people would take this lesson to heart.
My only nit-pick with the episode was that the whole "Rodeo clown" was so obvious to the point that even the CMC were able to figure it out as soon as they heard Trouble Shoes's back story. I know most people get annoyed when things like that are drawn out, but because they figured out the "surprise" so quickly, there wasn't as big an "ah-ha!" moment for when Trouble Shoes figured out what he was really meant to do.
It's also kind of a shame that AJ sort of took a backseat to the CMC & TS, I mean she was the one filling in for Braeburn afterall
but I guess the episode wasn't really about her.
Ugh we finally get an episode of her in Appleloosa doing Rodeo things and it's not even about her?? Whyyyy But seriously, I really did enjoy it! I know I sound annoyed but I'm less annoyed than what I'm sounding like here!
Now to bring you my Episode 6 thoughts:
I kind of liked this episode too. It didn't exactly go how I thought it would when I first read the episode synopsis. But that tends to happen for me a lot I guess. I was actually glad to see that the criminal was not really a criminal and actually kind-hearted.
It was kind of interesting to see the CMC help another pony, who was an adult, help them understand something about their cutie mark that wasn't what they originally thought. It was kind of cool to see the CMC help somepony that wasn't a filly or getting into trouble (for the most part anyway).
I don't know what it was about this one, but I just
really liked it.
Yet another
GREAT episode.
Spoiler: Episode 6 • show That was a good episode, despite its unfortunate timing with current events. Poor Troubleshoes getting arrested by those lousy cops despite his innocence. ono
Was funny seeing Braeburn again. Not really father material, is he? Disappointed that we didn't get to see Little Strongheart again. Oh well.
Sweetie Belle was rockin' that telekinesis, though! She's learning well. I think she'll make a fine witch one day. ovO
I found the episode to be great, was awesome to see Braeburn again and the whole town in general, seeing Swetie Belle use her magic etc. but one thing I am still confused by is Troubleshoes a pony giant of some kind? Big Mac is big but Troubleshoes was massive, I thought he must be a horse but noone seemed to care about his size in the episode unless I missed something.. I was watching the episode with a younger sister, but yeah the episode was great loved it but Troubleshoes what is he a giant pony or a horse in the land of magical ponies?
Quote from: Kamil13PL on 2015 May 07, 15:56:03
I found the episode to be great, was awesome to see Braeburn again and the whole town in general, seeing Swetie Belle use her magic etc. but one thing I am still confused by is Troubleshoes a pony giant of some kind? Big Mac is big but Troubleshoes was massive, I thought he must be a horse but noone seemed to care about his size in the episode unless I missed something.. I was watching the episode with a younger sister, but yeah the episode was great loved it but Troubleshoes what is he a giant pony or a horse in the land of magical ponies?
(No spoiler on my post since we're days past the spoiler requirement. ovO (You put spoilers Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, btw.))
I kinda figured Troubleshoes was an actual horse. A clydesdale, to be more specific.
Spoiler: Photo of some clydesdales • show (http://pixdaus.com/files/items/pics/1/60/563160_03c3abac41eab41c7c060a7b9677b37b_large.jpg)
Clydesdales are
huge. It's because they're a breed of draft horse. Draft horses are working horses that were bred to be huge and powerful, so they could handle work that normal horses can't. Despite their size, they can run really fast.
If you've ever seen a really big carriage being pulled by huge horses with long fluffy fur around their hooves, those are likely clydesdales or some other breed of draft horse. Clydesdales come in more colors than brown and white, but that seems to be the color that you most often see them in.
According to the episode's synopsis, his full name is Troubleshoes Clyde, pointing even more to the idea that he may be a clydesdale.
If he is a horse, it wouldn't be the first time we've seen a horse in MLP. There were also the horses that came from Saddle Arabia.
(http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130308034838/mlp/images/thumb/a/ac/Princess_Celestia_and_her_guests_enjoy_Twilight%27s_performance_S3E05.png/640px-Princess_Celestia_and_her_guests_enjoy_Twilight%27s_performance_S3E05.png)
Thank you I read the rules and it said spoiler tags till Monday but I just put it in to be safe, I must have missed that episode with the Saddle Arabia horses, but yeah thanks again :D now I can sleep easily knowing Equestria is not in danger from giant ponies but huge powerful horses.
Quote from: Kamil13PL on 2015 May 08, 06:35:59
Thank you I read the rules and it said spoiler tags till Monday but I just put it in to be safe, I must have missed that episode with the Saddle Arabia horses, but yeah thanks again :D now I can sleep easily knowing Equestria is not in danger from giant ponies but huge powerful horses.
The Saddle Arabia horses appeared in the end of the Magic Duel episode. ^-^
Is it me or S5 so far revolves around CMs?
Quote from: Night Pony on 2015 May 09, 16:20:48
Is it me or S5 so far revolves around CMs?
Yeah, that's the theme for this season/wave of toys. 0:)
Quote from: Night Pony on 2015 May 09, 16:20:48
Is it me or S5 so far revolves around CMs?
Have you seen the season 5 commercial Discovery Family has been showing, where crew members talk about how season 5 is about cutie marks and discovering yourself? :]
Also, what Kuddly said. This year's toy line is Cutie Mark Magic. Even the McDonald's toys are Cutie Mark Magic.
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 May 09, 19:29:05
Have you seen the season 5 commercial Discovery Family has been showing, where crew members talk about how season 5 is about cutie marks and discovering yourself? :]
I don't have that.
Quote from: Night Pony on 2015 May 10, 03:03:44
I don't have that.
Here's one. Spoiler-free. :3 The only clips this video shows are of the premiere and one of Bloom and Gloom.
"I think one of the big themes for this season is using the talents that you've been given to make the world a better place."
Maybe all the stuff they'll learn throughout the season will be stuff they will use to prove Starlight Glimmer wrong.
Also, wow... I completely forgot about the ominous note that video ends on. :I It makes me wonder even more, now that the premiere has come out.
Spoiler: What was said at the end of the video, in case anyone feels like it's a little teeny bit spoiler-ish • show *The music in the video suddenly turns ominous*
"If you have really good magic skills, you can use the map to do other things."
What I'm about to say might be a little spoilery, so, I'll treat it as such.
I just got done reading Equestria Daily's "history" on The Smooze that they posted.
I'm not really sure what to say...
Only that...
I am now even
more afraid for my life when it comes to the next episode...
Make sure you guys use spoilers for sure for the next episode please. I tend to wait until Sunday to watch new episodes.
*listens to Persona music to make myself feel better again*
:s
This weekend's episode is gonna be so good! O:
They made
shake the camera. They actually made her shake the bloody camera.
It's a good thing Discord is reformed. Now Celestia has someone to call on every time she wants to make a boring royal event fun!
This was a really fun and interesting episode. And
of course, being a Discord episode, there are going to be plenty of references to things.
Like the Metal Gear Solid reference when Discord was in the box, and the reference to Genie from Aladdin with his "Tough crowd" moment. He even did the face.
It's nice that Fluttershy has a friend she can talk to about creatures. They've probably discussed the breezies and talked about the time Fluttershy stared down a cockatrice and the time Fluttershy yelled at a dragon and stuff like that.
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 May 17, 12:27:43
It's a good thing Discord is reformed. Now Celestia has someone to call on every time she wants to make a boring royal event fun!
This was a really fun and interesting episode. And
of course, being a Discord episode, there are going to be plenty of references to things.
Like the Metal Gear Solid reference when Discord was in the box, and the reference to Genie from Aladdin with his "Tough crowd" moment. He even did the face.
It's nice that Fluttershy has a friend she can talk to about creatures. They've probably discussed the breezies and talked about the time Fluttershy stared down a cockatrice and the time Fluttershy yelled at a dragon and stuff like that.
METAL GEAR SOLID REFERENCE!? I don't care how long it is, I need to get around to watching this episode now! I am completely obsessed with the Metal Gear series, and that's awesome that the show creators themselves actually reference it!
Quote from: Sunshine Smash on 2015 May 17, 14:11:19
METAL GEAR SOLID REFERENCE!? I don't care how long it is, I need to get around to watching this episode now! I am completely obsessed with the Metal Gear series, and that's awesome that the show creators themselves actually reference it!
Huh, apparently, Discord was referencing a comedian with that "Tough crowd" part, and Genie was too, rather than Discord referencing Genie. Someone made a picture that points out the references in the episode.
(https://scontent-dfw.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpt1/v/t1.0-9/11055252_665740433559536_8021148180519591213_n.jpg?oh=8f6a3c1144e7ea9f6e2a7c55a2a06751&oe=55FEEDF4)
While I normally hate this kind of plot, someone being jealous of a friend spending time with someone else, when it comes to Discord I can actually believe and understand the reason behind the jealousy. Like he said, he's new to all this friendship business and doesn't know better. It doesn't excuse his actions, but at least I see where his actions were coming from, and apparently that made all the difference for me.
On top of that, I was looking forward to the general chaos that must come with a Discord episode, and I was certainly not disappointed. I was surprised to learn that the symbol of chaos that was on Discord's cane is much more general than the insignia of "Chaos Undivided" from 40K I knew it as...and the research I did to find that out also explained why Space Marines sometimes have the singular arrow on one pauldron. Learning!
Here are my Episode 7 thoughts. Read at your own risk:
Wow.
I'm... not really sure what I can say here. As I have stated many times already, I am
not a fan of Discord and I really can't see him as "redeemed."
I liked seeing Maud though. That made this episode refreshing for me I guess. I really don't know what to think about The Smooze. It really wasn't clear one way or the other if he's good or not. He only seemed to be focused on eating. However, I
did kind of feel bad for him when Discord constantly abandoned him because of his jealousy of Fluttershy having another friend. It might have been better if I hadn't read that "History" of him on Equestria Daily, because after I read that, I was under the assumption that he would have a speaking role and I was disappointed when I heard no lines uttered from him.
I mean, maybe he's not all that bad? The only reason he got slightly out of control was because Discord wasn't keeping an eye on him, abandoned him, and was too focused on his jealousy and overreaction in general.
Discord really acted like a jerk in this one, it was good to see Fluttershy confront him on it.
I don't know. I'm not saying I didn't enjoy this episode. I'm really not. It was definitely... interesting. But that's really all I can say about it.
I just don't think this episode "clicked" with me. Was it because I'm not a fan of Discord? Possibly. I wish I knew myself.
Sorry?
*cowers in the corner in fear of angry mobs*
Spoiler: Make New Friends But Keep Discord • show That episode was great! Discord is always hilarious. Was interesting to see his home dimension. Poor mailpony, haha!
Smooze was awesome, too. I like the way they made it less a villain and more just a misunderstood creature.
Tree Hugger is amazing. And apparently voiced by Nicole(Celestia). Hope to see more of her!
I may give Celestia a lot of flak, but I really do love her. Nearly fell off my chair when she laughed at Discord's joke about Twilight's flight skills.
Of course, this episode also left me permanently scarred. Senior Huevos is the single most terrifying entity ever featured in the show. Jayson Thiessen, what have you done?!
Looking forward to tomorrow's episode. One of four this season written by Amy, who has since left the show for her new job at Disney. Gonna miss her, for sure! D:
Season's been going good so far. Bring on the rest!
Spoiler: The Lost Treasure of Griffonstone • show Baby Gilda! *squeeeeeeee*
This episode was so awesome! I love the griffons' design so much. And it's so great to see Gilda again. She's still Best Griffon!
Quote from: KuddlyKalli on 2015 May 23, 23:21:40
Spoiler: The Lost Treasure of Griffonstone • show Baby Gilda! *squeeeeeeee*
This episode was so awesome! I love the griffons' design so much. And it's so great to see Gilda again. She's still Best Griffon!
That baby Gilda response was me in a nutshell. I also just loved seeing the griffon kingdom, or any land outside Equestria for that matter. I just picked up the Journal of the Two Sisters and read through Luna's escapade into Zebra lands, and I've been interested in seeing what lies beyond pony borders ever since. Plus I was intrigued to see more of the map in action, how it can call any of the Mane 6 when it feels the need. I want more info about this map, stat!
I had never really cared for Gilda before this episode, but I am glad they chose to redeem her after all. Makes me wonder how many other previous villains we're going to see get turned around.
Spoiler: Griffinstone • show This was a really interesting episode. It was cool seeing the griffin kingdom (and how the cat birds can live in trees) and seeing Gilda get redeemed. I actually didn't catch on to how Pinkie was gonna fix the kingdom until the end, to be honest. I thought she was gonna bring stuff to be happy about, since the griffins don't have a bakery, don't sing, and don't have parties. I figured they're mean because they're grumpy. I guess making friends through delicious baked goods does both.
I also really enjoyed the comedy in this episode, especially the baking powder joke. The first one, I mean.
Pinkie: You're just missing one ingredient.
Gilda: Let me guess. *Mocking tone* Friendship.
Pinkie: o.O Uh, no... Baking powder.
lol Pinkie takes her job as baker seriously. She knows there's no such thing as using friendship or love as an ingredient! Such a concept seems silly to her!
Personally, I feel Gilda reform a bit quickly, but that's about my only gripe with this episode. I honestly can't be the only one who thinks that the art in the griffon history bit was awesome. Oh, and My Little Pony just put a GIANT SKULL IN AN EPISODE.
I really liked this episode, it felt really intense with the abyss scenes. Oh, and Gummy is best baker
Quote from: Chromastone64 on 2015 May 24, 08:33:46
Personally, I feel Gilda reform a bit quickly, but that's about my only gripe with this episode. I honestly can't be the only one who thinks that the art in the griffon history bit was awesome. Oh, and My Little Pony just put a GIANT SKULL IN AN EPISODE.
I really liked this episode, it felt really intense with the abyss scenes. Oh, and Gummy is best baker
I don't think Gilda reformed too quickly. They showed why she was the way she was. Griffinstone's culture is focused on greed, everyone's a miserable grump, no one cares about friendship, and no one does anything for anyone just because it's the right/nice thing to do. A griffin left Dash to die in the abyss just because she didn't have any bits left. Money is the only thing that drives a griffin to do anything, not to help someone in need. Gilda had a taste of friendship when she met Rainbow Dash. It's just that she never really dropped the rude grumpy attitude that Griffinstone had put in her, and that cost her her only friend. So, when Pinkie helped Gilda make friends with a griffin, it reignited that awesome feeling that friendship brings, and it gave her a rush of great feelings. There's also the fact that Dash approached her. She never learned how to make a friend on her own. So, she was also filled with a feeling of "I did it! I actually did it!!"
And yeah, the art and animation of the griffin history was
awesome!
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 May 24, 16:48:11
I don't think Gilda reformed too quickly. They showed why she was the way she was. Griffinstone's culture is focused on greed, everyone's a miserable grump, no one cares about friendship, and no one does anything for anyone just because it's the right/nice thing to do. A griffin left Dash to die in the abyss just because she didn't have any bits left. Money is the only thing that drives a griffin to do anything, not to help someone in need. Gilda had a taste of friendship when she met Rainbow Dash. It's just that she never really dropped the rude grumpy attitude that Griffinstone had put in her, and that cost her her only friend. So, when Pinkie helped Gilda make friends with a griffin, it reignited that awesome feeling that friendship brings, and it gave her a rush of great feelings. There's also the fact that Dash approached her. She never learned how to make a friend on her own. So, she was also filled with a feeling of "I did it! I actually did it!!"
And yeah, the art and animation of the griffin history was
awesome!
I know, it just felt like
End of Scene: Doesn't mean we're friends.
Next scene: Definitly friends.
But eh, just my opinion. Also, what was the name of that goat-cyclops thing? It sounded like Ahriman
Here come Episode 8 thoughts. Worry not, it's not like my previous episode's thoughts:
First of all, let me start out by saying that I liked this episode
A WHOLE LOT MORE than the last episode.
Now, unfortunately, I'm one of those people that didn't like Gilda and to be completely honest, I didn't like seeing her again. My frustration continues when she
continued to prove how much of a jerk she is.
However, I
did like the character development they did with her in the flashback. Now if only she could be like that now I wouldn't dislike her and be more willing to accept her. Plus, this episode made it
abundantly clear that griffons are
unbelievably greedy.
Issues with griffons aside... I really liked this episode. Makes me forgive what happened with the previous episode.
Yay for another
GREAT episode!!
P.S.: No I
still don't like Gilda.
I actually really liked Gilda in this episode. It showed that she's more than just a greedy old antagonist who likes to annoy and be rude to others; the flashback scene was really something, not to mention it was adorable (Lil' Griffons are very cute!). It shows who Gilda
used to be; and by the looks of it, a good friend and an overall kind person. She used to be shy and lonely, and Rainbow Dash was her only friend. I think once her and Rainbow Dash lost a little contact with eachother (the years/months before her first appearance), she grew a little lonely in Griffonstone. With no friends the greed rubbed off on her, and she became an insufferable jerk like the rest of them. Gilda's a nice person on the inside - and I hope she makes an appearance again.
Welp... with previews out for Episode 100 now...
There's really one one thing I can say.............
BEST. EPISODE. EVER.
NOW GO CELEBRATE BY LISTENING TO YOUR FAVORITE SONG!!!!!!!!!
*Lights the Fire Up in the Night*
:3
Spoiler: Episode 100 Teasers • show Derpy speaks! Woo! Also, Octavia speaks again! Kazumi does that British accent so well, haha. :D
Though I must admit: considering the date it airs, I'm disappointed the monster is not Indominus Rex. lol
Bit of a controversial opinion inbound. Sorry if someone will take this the wrong way.
Am I really the only one not hyped up for this? I don't know..... I guess I really can't find it in me to actually care... I want to care, really, I do. But I just don't have it in med to care for an episode about background characters going on some silly quest, right out of the bad seasons of Adventure Time....
Quote from: Sunshine Smash on 2015 Jun 07, 00:06:26
Bit of a controversial opinion inbound. Sorry if someone will take this the wrong way.
Am I really the only one not hyped up for this? I don't know..... I guess I really can't find it in me to actually care... I want to care, really, I do. But I just don't have it in med to care for an episode about background characters going on some silly quest, right out of the bad seasons of Adventure Time....
It's basically a fanservice episode, so I can see how some people wouldn't care about it. But some bronies put a lot of time and effort into focusing on certain background characters, and to see them come to life in canon seems really exciting and interesting.
Kids might find it fun and interesting to meet new characters. This will also allow Hasbro to widen their merchandise even more to include more characters, so they can make more money.
Gonna start off saying I haven't seen the teasers, but I have a general idea of what's going on just because of how excited the fandom's getting.
That said:
It's definitely going to be a fanservice episode that's for sure, and from a business standpoint it would make some sense. Increase the number of interesting characters and you increase the number of toys you can make outside the main cast, or increase the popularity of already existing toys.
Honestly though, I think I'm more afraid that they're going to try too hard with the fanservice.
Oh, and don't forget the inevitable shock waves around the fandom because this episode -will- more than likely break a few headcanons.
Quote from: Dawnstar on 2015 Jun 09, 18:13:59
Gonna start off saying I haven't seen the teasers, but I have a general idea of what's going on just because of how excited the fandom's getting.
That said:
It's definitely going to be a fanservice episode that's for sure, and from a business standpoint it would make some sense. Increase the number of interesting characters and you increase the number of toys you can make outside the main cast, or increase the popularity of already existing toys.
Honestly though, I think I'm more afraid that they're going to try too hard with the fanservice.
Oh, and don't forget the inevitable shock waves around the fandom because this episode -will- more than likely break a few headcanons.
I think there's a video in which someone from the crew even says that some of the characters will be what the fandom has made them, but some won't. So, you're right.
Derpy's new voice is incredibly sweet and cute, though.
Whether or not they're trying too hard will probably be rather subjective for the most part, unless they try reeeeally hard. But from what I've seen, the episode, while really obviously fanservice-y, will be pretty fun.
Well... it's almost here...
There's only one thing left to say...
Since I'm the ONLY fan of TWEWY on here apparently... ( :'( ) allow me to quote a lyric from one of there MANY amazing songs:
"Until this time is up, I can't give up on you. Until this time is up, I'll never give this up"
*does Neku idle music listening*
:P
AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!
That was great!!
Dr. Whooves is practically canon! Derpy called him "Doc," he's really into science, Derpy went to him asking for time travel, he wore the scarf, he even said "Allonsy!"
Derpy Hooves mailmare confirmed! Her new voice is adorable!
Bon Bon is named Bon Bon, and they tied in Hasbro's name for her, Sweetie Drops! And she's best friends with Lyra! Lyra mentioned the benches they sat on together! That secret agent Bon Bon thing came out of nowhere, but I really like it for some reason.
Octavia and Vinyl confirmed roommates! Their musical duet was awesome, especially when they headed to the wedding!
Steven Magnet! They even called him Steven Magnet!
This episode was entertaining, comedic, and fun! Also,
those facial expressions!! Loved 'em! Like when Doctor asked about the word "man." I just love how expressive all the ponies were this episode!!!
Also, the Gummy part was... interesting?
I mean, I liked it, but wow, it was... really unexpected. And kinda weird. So... Gummy is definitely sentient.
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 Jun 13, 13:17:51
AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!
That was great!!
Dr. Whooves is practically canon! Derpy called him "Doc," he's really into science, Derpy went to him asking for time travel, he wore the scarf, he even said "Allonsy!"
Derpy Hooves mailmare confirmed! Her new voice is adorable!
Bon Bon is named Bon Bon, and they tied in Hasbro's name for her, Sweetie Drops! And she's best friends with Lyra! Lyra mentioned the benches they sat on together! That secret agent Bon Bon thing came out of nowhere, but I really like it for some reason.
Octavia and Vinyl confirmed roommates! Their musical duet was awesome, especially when they headed to the wedding!
Steven Magnet! They even called him Steven Magnet!
This episode was entertaining, comedic, and fun! Also,
those facial expressions!! Loved 'em! Like when Doctor asked about the word "man." I just love how expressive all the ponies were this episode!!!
Also, the Gummy part was... interesting?
I mean, I liked it, but wow, it was... really unexpected. And kinda weird. So... Gummy is definitely sentient.
Pretty much all of this.
I personally loved seeing Celestia and Luna bickering over who forgot the wedding gift; it just gave them so much more depth to see that neither of them are infallible as others think they are...and it was hilarious (and in an odd way sweet) to see them fighting like siblings.
Finally, while he wasn't a major contender in the episode, Button Mash coming back after being nothing but a one-off gag that took off with the fandom was so sweet. It was Derpy (still calling her that, but Muffins is cute too) all over again, even fighting through the Hasbro legal issues!
Okay, I'll try to be short on everything, but I can't promise anything.
Derpy and the Dr, meeeh, I don't like the ship, but they didn't go too over board, luckily.
Love Octavias and Derpys voices, and the moment where Vinyl and she were preparing the wedding song, YES!
Gummys voice, I always imagined it that way
The royal sisters arguing like siblings.
An (apparently) nice changeling (http://i.gyazo.com/6c5e38a47f77c37f31df161c6ab90138.png)
Steven Magnet has returned! (http://i.gyazo.com/d3f15d2626dd7b982af37f5063efa1d2.png)
Oh yeah, I forgot about the changeling!
Also, guys... Spike confirmed for background pony.
Post Merge
OH! And the Twilight scepter returned!!
With a vengeance!!!
That was amazing! So much epic win in this episode. Gummy cracked me up.
And yeah, that unusual (uninvited?) guest...
(http://i.imgur.com/cuopget.png)
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The episode reminded me of Double rainboom from all the things it had in them. Not gonna list them but I loved them all. I was mostly facepalming and smiling like an idiot when seeing a new thing and going "They put that in there too? My gawd..." lol
So yeah...best episode so far.
I guess it's time for my Episode 9/Episode 100 thoughts huh?
Come on. Isn't it kind of obvious?
Well... either way... here it is...
BEST. EPISODE. EVER. Go celebrate.
(http://orig14.deviantart.net/cf3c/f/2015/022/f/b/neku_stance_by_tomonarinoctis-d8ezmcg.gif)
A
MAZE
ING!!!
I was freaking out from the start of the episode! DERPY'S BACK! DOCTOR HOOVES IS CANON! BUTTON MASH WAS THERE TOO!!!
The only things I found a bit "meh" was the whole "secret agent Bon Bon" thing, and the absolutely out of nowhere Twilicane (even if I burst out laughing at it). Plus, Steven Magnet kinda annoys me. Also, the Mane 6 can beat Tirak, Chrysalis, manticores and more, yet this "bugbear" thing gives them so much trouble?
But any way, I loved seeing the Princesses with their little sqabble over the gift. Gummy is apparently a saint or something.
And then, the icing on the wedding cake (Ha ha)
(http://i.gyazo.com/6c5e38a47f77c37f31df161c6ab90138.png)
Not sure why he's allowed at a wedding, but, whatever! THEY LIVE! WOOOOO!!!
This might be my favourite episode for a while...
Quote from: Chromastone64 on 2015 Jun 15, 12:31:39
A
MAZE
ING!!!
I was freaking out from the start of the episode! DERPY'S BACK! DOCTOR HOOVES IS CANON! BUTTON MASH WAS THERE TOO!!!
The only things I found a bit "meh" was the whole "secret agent Bon Bon" thing, and the absolutely out of nowhere Twilicane (even if I burst out laughing at it). Plus, Steven Magnet kinda annoys me. Also, the Mane 6 can beat Tirak, Chrysalis, manticores and more, yet this "bugbear" thing gives them so much trouble?
But any way, I loved seeing the Princesses with their little sqabble over the gift. Gummy is apparently a saint or something.
And then, the icing on the wedding cake (Ha ha)
(http://i.gyazo.com/6c5e38a47f77c37f31df161c6ab90138.png)
Not sure why he's allowed at a wedding, but, whatever! THEY LIVE! WOOOOO!!!
This might be my favourite episode for a while...
I think the changeling is friends with Cranky or something. Everyone at the wedding was someone Cranky befriended during his journey to find his love.
I think the secret agent Bon Bon thing was partially due to Hasbro having her toy named Sweetie Drops. They wanted to call her by her fan name, but they needed to call her by the name Hasbro gave her, so... they found a way to call her both. I'm kind of neutral about it, to be honest. Though, I do like that we had some things in the episode that were genuinely unexpected, such as that.
sooo much shipping going on in in one episode lol :I
I'm the first to post thoughts on the new episode on here? Really?
That's... kind of... surprising... :I
Oh well. Anyway... here are my S5E10 thoughts:
It wasn't a
bad episode.
I kind of feel sorry for Spike. A little. He was just trying to help and let Twilight sleep and it went over the top. That seems to be the general "theme" when it comes to Spike episodes.
I liked seeing Cadence and her being involved in this episode though.
I liked the episode for the most part.
Quote from: LostSanity on 2015 Jun 21, 18:04:40
I'm the first to post thoughts on the new episode on here? Really?
That's... kind of... surprising... :I
Oh well. Anyway... here are my S5E10 thoughts:
It wasn't a
bad episode.
I kind of feel sorry for Spike. A little. He was just trying to help and let Twilight sleep and it went over the top. That seems to be the general "theme" when it comes to Spike episodes.
I liked seeing Cadence and her being involved in this episode though.
I liked the episode for the most part.
That's because it's a
Spike episode. lol
It was nice to see Luna again. Also, I like the spell Cadence used to block the pipe.
Maybe next time build a statue that doesn't break if you sneeze on it.
Perhaps glue the pieces together with magic super glue or something.
This episode was very interesting, and I like that they didn't shout in our faces "Hey, everyone ignores Spike's opinion! That's why he's doing this!" They just said it, instead of shouting.
The spell Cadance used to block the pipe was pretty cool. It's neat that she can summon crystals like that. Or, maybe she created crystals using impurities in the water or something. I dunno.
Did it seem a bit weird that Spike didn't even seem to be taking advantage of Twilight's power until Cadence questioned him?
Besides from that, it wasn't as big as "Tanks for the memories", but it was good episode.
Spoiler: Party Pooped • show "So... Do we... walk up the slide? Or... what?" after Pinkie slid up the slide. lol That's my favorite joke of the whole episode!
But I also liked the look on Celestia's face when the prince said they decided not to declare war.
I also liked the moment with
Dash: Why are your eyes darting back and forth?
Pinkie: That's just what I do when I'm NOT NERVOUS! HAHAHAHAAHAHA!!!!
This episode was great! It was fun and cute, but I am kinda sad that we didn't get to see more than the front gate of Yakyakistan.
Here come S5E11 thoughts for me:
I enjoyed this episode. Pinkie Pie randomness is
always a good thing. For
me at least.
I kind of feel like I'm the only one that feels like the Yaks were... kind of being jerks.
Regardless this was actually kind of a funny episode. I liked it.
How could I forget to mention Twilight being afraid of quesadillas?! "They're so... cheesy..."
And for today's episode:
Overall I liked the episode and it's message, since it's something I struggle with doing myself. However, there were a few things that I wasn't a huge fan of.
First, Minuette's voice. I don't know what it was, but there was something about the pitch or tone she had that just...grated, after a while.
Second was that Lyra was mentioned heavily, but we only got a picture of her in the end of the episode. I did like the explanation we got for why Lyra wasn't in town, but was bringing her up really so important? Maybe if Twilight had made a mention of visiting Lyra when she got back home it'd feel better...still, we did get to see some of her in episode 100, so it's not a disastrous loss.
Finally was Moondancer in the very end. I know we were supposed to acknowledge that time had passed between Twilight's reconciliation and the four Canterlot friends going to play ball, but when we don't know how long it's been. With what we saw of Moondancer, she didn't seem to be the sort to play sports. I'd find it more believable if she were maybe on the sidelines, watching, cheering, keeping score or something like that, but still at least hanging out with her friends.
As for some positives: I really liked how Moondancer's appearance enforced how similar she was to Twilight, just taking a different path by staying cooped up studying. I always am fascinated by those sort of "other universe" stories where one decision makes a huge difference, so even while this wasn't an otherworld tale it still had that feel.
And finally, the Baby Twi/Bubbles voice. Squueee!!
This was quite a cute and interesting episode. It's also become pretty clear that Hasbro is going to be cashing in on the background characters by having them given more spotlight and lines. Now that kids have gotten to know Lyra, Bon Bon/Sweetie Drops, Colgate/Minuette, Derpy/Muffin, Dr. Whooves/Dr. Hooves (https://derpicdn.net/img/2013/9/12/426002/full.jpeg), Octavia, and DJ Pon3, they're gonna want to buy the toys.
It was interesting to see that one moment from the show's premiere come back to haunt Twilight and what she did about it.
13:30 thats all im going to say
Spoiler: Super important thing in Amending Fences!!! • show (http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20150705204138/mlp/images/thumb/c/cd/Dinner_in_restaurant_with_everypony_S5E12.png/640px-Dinner_in_restaurant_with_everypony_S5E12.png)
Who's that, in the upper left, reading a menu? o.O
Look familiar? :]
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Here are thoughts for S5E12:
I liked this episode.
A LOT. I don't even know where to
begin with this episode. Here's a summary though:
Nostalgia all around. Character development all around. Feels all around.
This was just an all around
GREAT episode.
P.S.: Looks like the Luna episode is next. I'm looking forward to that one.
:D
Spoiler: Amending Fences • show Such a great episode. I'm so glad they did this. Beautifully done!
Spoiler: Next Week... • show Ermagerd! Dis gonna be gud! I just hope they don't spoil the thing with previews. Even though many of us already know what's coming.
I really liked this week's episode, but...is it weird that I don't really have anything else to say about it? (aside from omg, that Canterlot architecture! <3)
With the previous seasons I always had something to say for most of the episodes, but this season...I don't hate the episodes, but I haven't been totally blown away by them, either. Which is weird because this season has probably put forth the most effort in terms of world building since, like, idk, season 1? But I don't know if they did a super good job at the world building either; like I feel like there's a better way to do it other than exposit a bunch of stuff within the first few minutes of the episode.
Though I will say this:
It's so nice that we finally have an official G1 design for Moon Dancer! But I think the decision to make her coat yellow was a bit of an odd choice. But overall I really liked this episode, it was nice to see Twilight hang with other ponies aside from the mane 6 for a change. (so much pastels, omg)
Amending fences was amazing... I actually cried.
I just don't cry at anything anymore or even feel anything at all, but that really hit a chord in me in a good way.
I related to Moon dancer a lot, she might be my favorite guest star pony now. X3
Well, since it's Monday, and there's no longer any need for spoiler tags for Amending Fences, and I reeeally wanna show what some people found... O:
(http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20150705204138/mlp/images/thumb/c/cd/Dinner_in_restaurant_with_everypony_S5E12.png/640px-Dinner_in_restaurant_with_everypony_S5E12.png)
That pony in the top left sure looks familiar!
Could it be?
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Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 Jul 06, 18:10:57
Well, since it's Monday, and there's no longer any need for spoiler tags for Amending Fences, and I reeeally wanna show what some people found... O:
(http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20150705204138/mlp/images/thumb/c/cd/Dinner_in_restaurant_with_everypony_S5E12.png/640px-Dinner_in_restaurant_with_everypony_S5E12.png)
That pony in the top left sure looks familiar!
Could it be?
(http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20150406124835/mlp/images/thumb/f/fc/Starlight_%22I_trust_you_had_a_pleasant_night%22_S5E02.png/640px-Starlight_%22I_trust_you_had_a_pleasant_night%22_S5E02.png)
You beat me to it! X3
You have a sharp eye!
I guess I shoulda checked the forums before making these screenshots: :P
(http://www.seymoronion.com/Annabelle/Starlight_Glimmer_1.png)
(http://www.seymoronion.com/Annabelle/Starlight_Glimmer_3.png)
(http://www.seymoronion.com/Annabelle/Starlight_Glimmer_2.png)
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When we saw her behind the menu, my brother and I both gasped in suprize/shock at the same time! O: O:
My bro quickly paused it, and as we were staring at each other, speechless, my mom came in the room and asked if we were okay. o.O
We both quickly jumped up to cover the screen (she is about 2 episodes behind) because spoilers, and wound up accidentally bumping heads. >.<
My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic.
~Causing head injuries since July 6'th, 2015! ovO
(We watch through itunes on Mondays)
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:l
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 Jul 06, 18:10:57
Well, since it's Monday, and there's no longer any need for spoiler tags for Amending Fences, and I reeeally wanna show what some people found... O:
(http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20150705204138/mlp/images/thumb/c/cd/Dinner_in_restaurant_with_everypony_S5E12.png/640px-Dinner_in_restaurant_with_everypony_S5E12.png)
That pony in the top left sure looks familiar!
Could it be?
(http://img3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20150406124835/mlp/images/thumb/f/fc/Starlight_%22I_trust_you_had_a_pleasant_night%22_S5E02.png/640px-Starlight_%22I_trust_you_had_a_pleasant_night%22_S5E02.png)
Excuse me while I freak out. AAFSKGJERKRHDDFNHRHTHGHBDF...
Seriously, I never would have spotted that!
Quote from: Sunshine Smash on 2015 Jul 09, 16:06:11
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:l
Why?
That's
almost worse than the one year wait for Season 5.
I really don't understand this. There's just no reason for this
at all.
>:O
I wonder if their new trademark Guardians of Harmony has anything to do with how they keep having to put off season 5 episodes. o.O
Still trying to figure out what Guardians of Harmony even is. A new toyline? A video game?! The pony movie? What??
If it's a video game or the pony movie, that could cause DHX to keep having to split their attention between it and the show, as they write the story for the game/movie.
But this is all baseless speculation. X3
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 Jul 10, 00:16:12
I wonder if their new trademark Guardians of Harmony has anything to do with how they keep having to put off season 5 episodes. o.O
Still trying to figure out what Guardians of Harmony even is. A new toyline? A video game?! The pony movie? What??
If it's a video game or the pony movie, that could cause DHX to keep having to split their attention between it and the show, as they write the story for the game/movie.
But this is all baseless speculation. X3
Perhaps
Guardians of Harmony is actually the name of Hasbro's new security company? After trolling the fandom with that season 6 announcement, all their staff will need bodyguards. lol
Quote from: LostSanity on 2015 Jul 09, 18:47:01
Why?
That's almost worse than the one year wait for Season 5.
I really don't understand this. There's just no reason for this at all.
>:O
The reason is because MLP isn't on Hub anymore, so they're on a new TV station which means they have to fight their way in to get a new broadcasting schedule.
Quote from: Sweet Brew on 2015 Jul 10, 13:44:25
The reason is because MLP isn't on Hub anymore, so they're on a new TV station which means they have to fight their way in to get a new broadcasting schedule.
Not a good enough reason.
I'm so annoyed now. I just finished my first year of collage, and I'm going back in September. Here I was, thinking I was going to be able to watch a metric crud-ton of new episodes before I went back...
Yeah, not too thrilled about the split season either.
At least the episode they stopped the season at was pretty good.
It was interesting to see both the favorite dreams and worst nightmares of the ponies. Fluttershy being brushed by a giant Angel had me laughing a little. Also, it was amusing how Luna assumed fighting off changelings would be a nightmare for Rainbow. I myself wasn't surprised at all because that kind of dream is well within her personality.
I can't imagine how Luna would handle my usual dreams. A good number of them would probably make Rainbow's seem tame in comparison. At least she wouldn't have to worry about dealing with nightmares though. Haven't had one in over a decade, though I do get the occasional one that's a bit unsettling. Usually happens when the dream itself becomes self-conscious.
I'm sure Dash would love my flying dreams though. I was going supersonic long before 4th Gen was even conceived.
Speaking of Rainbow, I found the contrast in her dreams to be kind of interesting. She would've been right in her element in her friend's nightmares, but her own nightmare went well past 'disturbingly cute' and into 'unsettlingly creepy.'
In truth it's a bit scary just how strong Luna's power actually is in the dream realm. Honestly, 'a world of nightmares' sounds far worse than 'eternal night' could ever be in my opinion.
Also, good grief I burst out laughing every single time Big Macintosh's dream-self came on screen. That was just hilarious.
Big Macintosh doing a Sailor Moon esque transformation into Princess Big Mac? Lyra and Bon Bon stuck together like CatDog? Giant meowing Derpy Hooves? The superhero personas of Rainbow Dash and Applejack returning? Fluttershy conquering her fear (monster Angel) to use against the Tentabus? Flutterbat returning? Spike's tall buff daydream persona returning?
All of this was so awesome!
You can tell the writers were like "Well, it's a dream, right? We can do whatever we want! We can make references and bring back anything we want in this episode!"
Poor Spike was so sad to hear that Luna hadn't dreamed about him, but was still eager to find a way to help! I actually said "Aww" when he told Luna he'd stay up to keep an eye on everyone.
We learned that Rainbow Dash really hates cute with a fiery passion. We also learned that Pinkie Pie can lucid dream. Once again, we see that one of Applejack's biggest fears is the farm rotting away. We also learned that Fluttershy desires, deep down, to be taken care of for a change of pace. It makes sense. She takes care of dozens of animals every day, but never gets to take a break and have someone take care of her.
What about Pinkie's, Twilight's, and Rarity's fears? Are they really afraid of cake monsters, book monsters, and dress monsters? I would've liked to have seen their deep-down fears, rather than the Tentabus corrupting things in their dreams into monsters.
Time for S5E13 thoughts.
MY GOD.
THIS EPISODE.I don't where to start. Seriously.
EVERYTHING. Just...
EVERYTHING.
It wasn't even because it was a Luna episode either. It didn't hurt though.
Action-y!!
The dream sequences were pretty funny at times. Especially when Rainbow Dash's fight with the Changelings got turned into... MY GOD. I'D BE TERRIFIED OF THAT TOO. MAKE IT STOP!!
GIANT DERPY.Princess Big Mac. I lost it when I saw that.
Spike goes knight!!
POWER PONIES (I'm a superhero nut
)
Flutterbat. That got me too.
That ending too.
THE FEELS.
Just...
THIS. EPISODE.GREAT way to end it before the annoying hiatus. I'll give it that.
This episode terrified me
But yeah, nothing says "For kids" like someone tormenting themselves with endless nightmares as self-punishment.
I loved how ridiculous the dream segments were, though. Though I do have one question. (One I have for most of the episodes):
Where the HECK was Celestia in all this?! If you made a bubble around Ponyville, or even thought about joining their dreams, WHILE in Canterlot, how was Celestia not there? Was she awake all night or something?
Quote from: Chromastone64 on 2015 Jul 13, 12:04:23
This episode terrified me
But yeah, nothing says "For kids" like someone tormenting themselves with endless nightmares as self-punishment.
I loved how ridiculous the dream segments were, though. Though I do have one question. (One I have for most of the episodes):
Where the HECK was Celestia in all this?! If you made a bubble around Ponyville, or even thought about joining their dreams, WHILE in Canterlot, how was Celestia not there? Was she awake all night or something?
Luna went to Ponyville where everyone slept. Plus I bet Celestia had stuff to do during the day and slept at night. In addition Luna said that nopony could help her with the dreams not even Celestia, it's something that only she can do.
I feel that the episode could have been a 2-parter, and we'd have this one episode to live with for a long time. But they didn't, and I respect that. At least it was a good episode.
The realization that the S5 finale may end up using something from a game that I like. Is this finally the moment when there's a reference from and something taken from something I know? Well... needless to say...
There's only one thing left to do.
"Paradoxes must break. This is the path I must take"
I just hope it doesn't end the way 13-2 did... :'(
The confirmed date for the 2nd half of season 5 is sept 12th
So episode 14 releases on that date and it's a rarity episode ^-^
So when will be the start of the other half again o.O?
Yep that's the confirmed date the episode list wiki and EQD said so
Can't wait for more ponies on September 12th! I think it's kinda stupid they did this whole hiatus thing. Let's hope we might get season 6 a bit earlier!
Quote from: SpectraDust on 2015 Aug 17, 05:57:15
Can't wait for more ponies on September 12th! I think it's kinda stupid they did this whole hiatus thing. Let's hope we might get season 6 a bit earlier!
I don't know, the Hiatus seem necessary to me... There are too many things that will possibly happen this next half..two crusaders getting their Cutie Marks, Fluttershy's brother coming to visit, Rarity going "Phoenxi Wright" on Twilight, that song with "Let it go" vibes in Episode 24...my gosh is gona be SO AWESOME :3!!!
2 Episodes of Rarity! Yay! *-*
Season 5 officially resumes this weekend everyonepony!!
:D
Quote from: LostSanity on 2015 Sep 07, 18:01:29
Season 5 officially resumes this weekend everyonepony!!
:D
yay!
Quote from: LostSanity on 2015 Sep 07, 18:01:29
Season 5 officially resumes this weekend everyonepony!!
:D
'Bout time. I could use some pony.
Are you guys ready to Pony Up? Im so excited!! ANYONE ELSE IS EXCITED!! :D :D :D :D
I'M SO EXCITED O: O: O: ovO O: X3
Longest season ever. Seriously, what the heck?
Quote from: Moon Pearl on 2015 Sep 11, 03:34:56
Are you guys ready to Pony Up? Im so excited!! ANYONE ELSE IS EXCITED!! :D :D :D
I'M SO EXCITED O: O: O: ovO O: X3
Really (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8iwBM_YB1sE)? :P
Quote from: Midnight Breeze on 2015 Sep 11, 03:35:13
Longest season ever. Seriously, what the heck?
Yeah, what the F-------------------------udge :P???
Spoiler: New Episode • show
Love the new episode!
Sassy was annoying me at first, but in the end of the episode, it got slightly better.
I am in love with all the different dresses and ponies in this episode, and that chubby pony in the end made my day X3
I like the idea of the episode, and I really love how it ended. And its message was great!
Spoiler: New Episode • show I liked it too. My favorite part was that they didn't completely demonize Sassy for having an opposed idea to Rarity. So often with a story like this Sassy would've been kicked out in disgrace, or something like that. But she was clearly depicted as competent during the middle of the presentation when she let Rarity talk.
Visual design aside, Sassy was a good character given a good amount of depth and backstory from just a few lines in this single episode.
Not my favorite Rarity episode, but maybe second favorite.
Spoiler: Video for those who want to watch the new episode • show
This was a lovely episode!
Strawberry cinnamon cilantro cupcakes, Pinkie? What made you think that would be a good idea?! Then again, sometimes when you mix weird things together, they actually come out tasting good, so I guess she likes to dive into randomness and try to come out with something good.
When Sassy said she doesn't want to be part of another failure, I wonder what that was about. Maybe in some of her previous jobs, she had been completely ignored by the shop owner and they made blatant mistakes that she knew would ruin the shop, but when she tried to tell them, they ignored her.
I really, really like the designs of the background ponies in this episode! I also saw a really adorable chubby pony climbing the stairs during Rarity's last bit of song. She just looked so cute, and she had cotton candy colored hair (pink and blue).
I get the feeling that the big pony at the very end was a reference to something, but I have no idea what.
Oh, and I looooved so many of the dresses in this episode! I usually don't really like dresses, but Rarity made some really pretty ones!
The big pony at the end showed up in an earlier episode
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Quote from: Necroceine on 2015 Sep 12, 15:16:51
The big pony at the end showed up in an earlier episode
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Que the X-Files theme music :o!!!
Illuminati confirmed!!!
Quote from: Necroceine on 2015 Sep 12, 15:16:51
The big pony at the end showed up in an earlier episode
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O:
But who is she?! What does it mean?! Why were the whites of her eyes yellow in this episode?!
Questions. Questions everywhere.
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 Sep 12, 14:27:17
Strawberry cinnamon cilantro cupcakes, Pinkie? What made you think that would be a good idea?! Then again, sometimes when you mix weird things together, they actually come out tasting good, so I guess she likes to dive into randomness and try to come out with something good.
That's an actual technique for some.
Yes, chefs experiment. They don't put their failures on the menu, so we (the public) rarely see it happen.
Edison employed a similar technique that developed into commercial R&D -- try everything. Experience and insight can shortcut you to early successes, but not testing everything can miss obscure and non-intuitive results. It's Sherlock Holmes' deductive process, eliminating all other possibilities.
Quote from: McClaw on 2015 Sep 13, 08:01:35
That's an actual technique for some.
Yes, chefs experiment. They don't put their failures on the menu, so we (the public) rarely see it happen.
Edison employed a similar technique that developed into commercial R&D -- try everything. Experience and insight can shortcut you to early successes, but not testing everything can miss obscure and non-intuitive results. It's Sherlock Holmes' deductive process, eliminating all other possibilities.
All I could think of when typing that part of my post was about how someone, somewhere, somehow came up with the idea of combining chocolate and peppers, and now lots of people like to eat spicy chocolate or chocolate-covered spicy peppers.
Here are my S5E14 thoughts:
This episode seemed to go along with what seems to be the "theme" of the season.
Don't follow the crowd/go against what seems to be "equality" when it's not really "equality."
Be unique, be different, be yourself.
Maybe not the start of the new episodes that I would have
liked to see but I'm sure there are still more
GREAT episodes to come.
Don't take this the wrong way though. I
still enjoyed this episode.
Also... about the next episode...
If there are any Ace Attorney/Spiral-like moments...
Or if Rarity shouts "OBJECTION!" and points her hoof at somepony and then magics a piece of paper in front of her and explains how they did it...
Or if Rarity says "The melody of logic always plays the notes of truth" or something like that...
I WILL LOSE MY MIND. ovO
I had a day or so to digest the episode, so here are my thoughts!
Rarity opening a boutique in Canterlot seemed like the next logical step in her career, so it was really cool to see how the stuff behind the scenes was really well thought out. (referencing the bonus she made working with Sapphire Shores, waiting for a prime location to become available, etc) However, because so many things had to happen in order for this episode to make sense to the viewer, (much of it off screen, too!) the first 5+ minutes of the episode were completely dedicated to exposition! That's a long time for a cartoon!
Plus I'm starting to become painfully familiar with "Twilight explaining things at the Train Station". Ugh.
EDIT: Also I just remembered. Apparently Twilight is the most popular princess in-universe? Whaaaaaat??? Hm Then again I guess it does make sense; A cute, pretty nerd from canterlot suddenly became a princess. I guess there is a bit of home-grown pride to that!
As for the rest of the episode, it was mostly fine. That Marketing pony had a really cool design, (I liked her hair and color palette) and I feel like a lot of the background ponies had a bit more thought put into them. Like seriously, I want toys of some of these ponies! They looked so good! And those DRESSES!! They were gorgeous!
However that chubby pony at the end had me like
It felt like we were supposed to be laughing at how ridiculous her size was, even though...fat people do exist? It was a visual gag that felt really mean-spirited to me, and almost ruined the whole episode.
Quote from: Mizuki on 2015 Sep 14, 05:11:49
I had a day or so to digest the episode, so here are my thoughts!
Rarity opening a boutique in Canterlot seemed like the next logical step in her career, so it was really cool to see how the stuff behind the scenes was really well thought out. (referencing the bonus she made working with Sapphire Shores, waiting for a prime location to become available, etc) However, because so many things had to happen in order for this episode to make sense to the viewer, (much of it off screen, too!) the first 5+ minutes of the episode were completely dedicated to exposition! That's a long time for a cartoon!
Plus I'm starting to become painfully familiar with "Twilight explaining things at the Train Station". Ugh.
EDIT: Also I just remembered. Apparently Twilight is the most popular princess in-universe? Whaaaaaat??? Hm Then again I guess it does make sense; A cute, pretty nerd from canterlot suddenly became a princess. I guess there is a bit of home-grown pride to that!
As for the rest of the episode, it was mostly fine. That Marketing pony had a really cool design, (I liked her hair and color palette) and I feel like a lot of the background ponies had a bit more thought put into them. Like seriously, I want toys of some of these ponies! They looked so good! And those DRESSES!! They were gorgeous!
However that chubby pony at the end had me like
It felt like we were supposed to be laughing at how ridiculous her size was, even though...fat people do exist? It was a visual gag that felt really mean-spirited to me, and almost ruined the whole episode.
Yeah, I figure Twilight's in-universe popularity really may come from "She was just a normal pony like us and then became a princess!" They find it inspiring, and they know that she knows exactly what it's like to be a normal pony. Apparently, Celestia and Luna were born alicorns.
And I'm still really confused about the big pony at the end. I really, really, reeeeally feel like she's supposed to be a reference to something, but I have no idea what.
Spoiler: Rarity Investigates • show This episode was really neat and funny, though I don't see how what Rainbow Dash was accused of was a crime. I'm not entirely sure I understand why she would've been kicked out of the Wonderbolts, unless they have a really big rule against sabotaging each other, which would make sense. If you're willing to sabotage a fellow Wonderbolt, you can't be trusted.
Anyway, Rarity's dialogue was really funny and entertaining!
"We'll get to the bottom of this faster than my costume changes!" lol
I am kinda sad that they didn't slip in any Phoenix Wright references. They could've done something like
Wind Rider: Then, where's your evidence?
Rarity: *Takes out the bag of Rainbow Dash's hair* TAKE THAT! *Explains the evidence*
Either way, a really enjoyable episode.
A really fun episode. The RariDash pairing really does have potential. The story and the Noir feeling, paired with that Jazz backgroung, the pizzazz that Rarity displayed when sweet talking to the Mail Pony and the guards, the moments of fangirling and adorkableness of Dashie. This episode is a 10 out of 10. I'll watch it again. This is why I think that Rarity is best Pony
The only real conflict I have with the core of the recent episode is I had too high of hope it would be something similar to Phoenix Wright("Normal" Games or Ace Attorney Investigations, either one would've been fine with me), so when it didn't follow that idea, it led a bad taste in my mouth. This is similar to how if you drink something like a Coke for the first time, and you're told it's amazing, and you drink it, and it's flat, a different drink entirely, etc., it ends up leaving a bad impression of the drink, even if the true drink is good.
With the episode itself, it was good, but not without flaws. I liked the continuous monologue with Rarity, and the overall environment, created by the black and white, the storm, etc.. The primary issue I have with the episode itself is the fact that they didn't really set up the crime well enough, in my opinion. Sure, it is technically a kids show, but there were easy ways to fix some of the big issues with it. First, the motive was fairly weak to me. The logic of it made sense, but it wasn't really built up, it was just thrown in there. The biggest problems with that are below:
-If he cared that much about his record, then why didn't he try to keep it throughout the years?
-He's apparently never met nor seen Rainbow Dash prior to this day, he wouldn't really feel threatened until he did.
-What did Rainbow Dash really do in the first place?
Apart from the motive, there's also the investigation part, the meat of the episode. These are my thoughts in that:
-The majority of it was more or less jokes and basic conversing, yet supposedly there was a lot of logic done behind-the-scenes with Rarity. Why didn't they try to showcase some of it?
-The connections she made seemed to be there just to serve the plot. She may know Canterlot, but how would she know only one store made a cake of custom nature such as that? It's too big of a connection with such little information.
Then there's the accusation and conclusion portion of the episode. Honestly, I liked the style of explanation, and I think they did a good job with it. However, like with the rest, it's not without its issues:
-How did the cut-off hair tie to Windrider?
-What did he have against Spitfire to make her travel to an environment of seemingly dangerous nature, for a task of personal importance to her?
-Why was he still wearing the tie that he did that accidental spill onto? Wouldn't he have other ties?
-They never really bothered to let Windrider have a proper argument, which I found was a poor choice of direction, personally, as it's always interesting to watch a battle of logic and reasoning.
Speaking of the primary villain of this episode, he himself has issues of his own, story and character alike:
-He's the most important Wonderbolt in its history, yet he wasn't mentioned during "Testing, Testing, 123"(or whatever the episode was called). Why is that?
-Rainbow Dash never has mentioned one peep about him, yet apparently he's of the biggest importance to her?
-If he's so important, why did he never speak to the Wonderbolt Academy Cadets? He must've caught wind of what occurred.
-He stated he was coming out of retirement, yet never was it stated why. Also, is that actually a thing to begin with?
-His first encounter was with Rarity, knowing she was with Rainbow Dash, but didn't bother to do anything with her?
-Why is it that he is yet another pony that's actually a villain in nature(or for some cases an unintentional antagonist)? Can't there be one that isn't that way for Rarity?
I could go on, but I'm a bit tired, and my phone is close to dead. My final rating for this episode is a 6/10. Even though there were a lot of questionable things, and a fair bit of negative, it was fairly enjoyable, and the environment was fantastic as well. I look forward to the next episode!
Here are my S5E15 thoughts:
I
really liked this episode. I really did.
Then again I like mystery stuff so that may be part of why.
However, parts of it legitimately made me laugh. And there were surprising cute moments from Rainbow Dash.
No Ace Attorney/Spiral moment. That would have made the episode better for me.
But I enjoyed it all the same.
Another
GREAT episode.
I think I need to watch this episode again to say what my real thoughts were, but for now I will say I hope we see this duo featured more in future episodes.
Wierd. I prebought the season from Amazon and it was a Fluttershy Episode Titled "Scare Master" not the Rarity one. Amazon needs to get on the ball. Lol
Quote from: Spacecase101 on 2015 Sep 21, 11:21:42
Wierd. I prebought the season from Amazon and it was a Fluttershy Episode Titled "The scare Master" not the Rarity one. Amazon needs to get on the ball. Lol
I heard something about the episodes eventually being switched, I think. The Scare Master ended up being Episode 21, I think, which was leaked in its entirety by Apple/Itunes.
Quote from: Jcfraven on 2015 Sep 21, 11:45:26
I heard something about the episodes eventually being switched, I think. The Scare Master ended up being Episode 21, I think, which was leaked in its entirety by Apple/Itunes.
Ah I see. Makes sence.
I think that's the one that's supposed to air around Halloween, but I'm not sure. Either way I'm not gonna watch it until it's supposed to air because then I won't have an episode to look forward to that weekend.
What I think of this episode?
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We need to pair these two more often o.O ;)
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Oh goodie. I'm the first to post S5E16 thoughts.
Anyway here they are:
This one was another good one.
I
really liked the theme of this episode. Which seemed to me to be "doing something doesn't have to be extravagant, even the littlest things you can do go a long way"
I also liked seeing Coco Pommel again. I really like her character.
Overall it was a decent episode.
Additional note: Are the Rarity episodes over now? It's not that I don't like Rarity, it's just she's had three episodes in a row now. We need to see other characters.
Quote from: LostSanity on 2015 Sep 27, 18:16:37
Oh goodie. I'm the first to post S5E16 thoughts.
Anyway here they are:
This one was another good one.
I
really liked the theme of this episode. Which seemed to me to be "doing something doesn't have to be extravagant, even the littlest things you can do go a long way"
I also liked seeing Coco Pommel again. I really like her character.
Overall it was a decent episode.
Additional note: Are the Rarity episodes over now? It's not that I don't like Rarity, it's just she's had three episodes in a row now. We need to see other characters.
Yes, the Rarity episodes are over. Next episode is Brotherhooves Social.
Well... now that Netflix has apparently revealed the rest of the episodes for this season and synopsis for them...
It seems like...
The finale is looking more and more like it's literally Final Fantasy XIII-2 (going through the timeline and fixing a paradox)
Not that I mind though.
It's something I'll at
least have knowledge of and maybe I'll be able to explain it?
Don't count on me for that though.
:s
Quote from: LostSanity on 2015 Sep 29, 18:10:35
Well... now that Netflix has apparently revealed the rest of the episodes for this season and synopsis for them...
It seems like...
The finale is looking more and more like it's literally Final Fantasy XIII-2 (going through the timeline and fixing a paradox)
Not that I mind though.
It's something I'll at least have knowledge of and maybe I'll be able to explain it?
Don't count on me for that though.
:s
That was actually sort of spoiled at the end of Equestria Girls: Friendship Games.
But also...
Spoiler: Super duper spoilery spoiler surprise • show Spoiler: No, seriously, spoilers about a cinematic video from a panel • show Spoiler: Last chance • show O: At SDCC, they showed a cinematic from the finale, where Twilight was giving a lecture about how Rainbow Dash's Sonic Rainboom led to all six of the mane six getting their cutie marks, and Starlight Glimmer was in the audience!!! And then Twilight and Spike find Starlight in the map room of Twilight's castle!!!
No one noticed the Charlie Brown pony?
Spoiler: Brotherhooves Social • show
Judging by the title of the episode, I thought we were going to see only brothers play the games, but I was wrong, and I like the way it turned out a lot better.
Anyways, in the beginning I was scared they were only going to use "Eeyup" and "Nope" but that took a change, and his voice had me smiling like crazy. There was nice to see there were more activites than the race. And in the end where he explained, I dunno if I'd had too much chocolate, but I shed some tears. I also like how it ended up that you don't have to win for them to love you again, just talking solves it.
This was a good episode, I can see some of my friends relating to this strongly.
Spoiler: Brotherhooves Social • show I liked how much of a focus they put on Big Mac this episode since we haven't seen as much into his character as we have the other members of the Apple family.
Especially since he's been the only adult sibling to a member of the main cast (Fluttershy's upcoming brother excluded) so we got that "living in a family member's shadow" perspective.
His acting as "Orchard Blossom" was pretty funny too.
Though I was cringing during a lot of the antics, but not because they were bad. It was like watching a train wreck. Awful, but you can't help but watch.
Was also nice to see Rainbow and Scoots participating. With the way those two have developed anyone on the outside who didn't know they weren't sisters wouldn't be able to tell. Plus it was fun watching their little pep talks.
Also, I think this now means that Apple Bloom and Apple Jack are the only sister pair who haven't won a social yet. Rarity and Sweetie Belle won the first one we saw, and now Rainbow and Scootaloo won this one due to technicality.
On a final note I have to wonder what the implications of ponies wearing heels are, because here on earth heels and high heels originally came from the footwear horse riders used to wear. Makes me curious how something similar developed on their world.
Quote from: Dawnstar on 2015 Oct 04, 11:47:06
Spoiler: Brotherhooves Social • show I liked how much of a focus they put on Big Mac this episode since we haven't seen as much into his character as we have the other members of the Apple family.
Especially since he's been the only adult sibling to a member of the main cast (Fluttershy's upcoming brother excluded) so we got that "living in a family member's shadow" perspective.
His acting as "Orchard Blossom" was pretty funny too.
Though I was cringing during a lot of the antics, but not because they were bad. It was like watching a train wreck. Awful, but you can't help but watch.
Was also nice to see Rainbow and Scoots participating. With the way those two have developed anyone on the outside who didn't know they weren't sisters wouldn't be able to tell. Plus it was fun watching their little pep talks.
Also, I think this now means that Apple Bloom and Apple Jack are the only sister pair who haven't won a social yet. Rarity and Sweetie Belle won the first one we saw, and now Rainbow and Scootaloo won this one due to technicality.
On a final note I have to wonder what the implications of ponies wearing heels are, because here on earth heels and high heels originally came from the footwear horse riders used to wear. Makes me curious how something similar developed on their world.
That's how high heels were developed? Huh. Makes sense. Only thing I had heard about it was that high heels were originally worn by men, not women.
And hey, how did saddles and bridles come to be in Equestria?
And Twilight once said not to look a gift horse in the mouth. I wonder how that phrase developed in their world, considering that, in our world, it developed from horse ownership. You can tell a horse's age by looking at their teeth, and horses within a certain age range, not too young and not too old, are worth more money. If you're given a horse as a gift, checking its age is like looking at the price tag, so it's considered rude.
I got a little teary-eyed at the end of the episode. :') That scene was so sweet!
And I like how the writers didn't treat Big Mac wearing a dress as a huge joke, constantly prodding us that "Haha, boys don't wear dresses, hahaha, this is so funny, ha!" The comedy surrounding Orchard Bloom mainly came from
his her attitude, dialogue, and mishaps. And I like how Big Mac even mentioned he wished he would've worn something more casual. That formal dress style was the real problem behind his clumsy mishaps, not just that he was wearing girly clothes. A dress and high heels isn't a very practical outfit for something like that.
I'm also glad Scootaloo and Sweetie Belle didn't laugh at him for wearing a dress. The only comment was really "That's Big Mac in a dress," pointing out that they weren't fooled by the disguise. And the judges just rolled with it, like "Okay, if he wants to participate in the Social dressed as a mare, that's his thing."
You do you, Big Mac.
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 Oct 04, 12:13:12
That's how high heels were developed? Huh. Makes sense. Only thing I had heard about it was that high heels were originally worn by men, not women.
And hey, how did saddles and bridles come to be in Equestria?
And Twilight once said not to look a gift horse in the mouth. I wonder how that phrase developed in their world, considering that, in our world, it developed from horse ownership. You can tell a horse's age by looking at their teeth, and horses within a certain age range, not too young and not too old, are worth more money. If you're given a horse as a gift, checking its age is like looking at the price tag, so it's considered rude.
I got a little teary-eyed at the end of the episode. :') That scene was so sweet!
And I like how the writers didn't treat Big Mac wearing a dress as a huge joke, constantly prodding us that "Haha, boys don't wear dresses, hahaha, this is so funny, ha!" The comedy surrounding Orchard Bloom mainly came from
his her attitude, dialogue, and mishaps. And I like how Big Mac even mentioned he wished he would've worn something more casual. That formal dress style was the real problem behind his clumsy mishaps, not just that he was wearing girly clothes. A dress and high heels isn't a very practical outfit for something like that.
I'm also glad Scootaloo and Sweetie Belle didn't laugh at him for wearing a dress. The only comment was really "That's Big Mac in a dress," pointing out that they weren't fooled by the disguise. And the judges just rolled with it, like "Okay, if he wants to participate in the Social dressed as a mare, that's his thing."
You do you, Big Mac.
Yeah, the first heeled shoes were developed to help keep horse riders in the saddle. Particularly horse archers who had to stand up while riding a lot in order to shoot. The stirrup would get hooked in the groove between the ball of the shoe and the heel which kept their feet from sliding around when they were moving and twisting around.
They actually didn't become a fashion item until the idea of "impractical means fashionable" started to develop somewhere between medieval and victorian Europe (not sure which time period) because they were designed purely for riding horses and were almost impossible to walk in.
Interestingly I think they were still considered mens' wear at the time. Heels being womens' wear is actually a pretty new thing.
Also, I actually didn't know that about the "gift horse in the mouth" saying. Thanks for enlightening me.
And yeah, I loved how nopony bought Big Mac's disguise for a second. Sweetie and Scoot's reactions were hilarious and even Rainbow totally called him on it.
Here are my thoughts for S5E17:
Once Big Mac showed up in drag, I couldn't stop from laughing, but, at times, asking myself "What the heck am I watching?!"
I always feel good when I laugh.
Seeing Rainbow Dash and Scootaloo as "sisters" made me smile too. That was cute and very awesome of Rainbow Dash.
I kind of liked the ending too. Finally Big Mac spoke longer and in full sentences!! Amazing!!
Another
GREAT episode.
My thoughts on Brotherhoof Social:
The ending was sweet, and it was nice to see Big Mac say more than 2 words like in Season 1, but wowwww.
Negativity under the next spoiler:
That episode was garbage. -10/10, would not recommend.
Definitely my least favorite episode of all time. Usually I rewatch them to show my boyfriend, but this is an episode we're going to have to skip just because it was just that awful.
Even if it wasn't transphobic, (and it is, it most definitely is) it's 80% cringe. Remember when Spike had to sing that Anthem at the Equestria Games? Remember how cringe-wrothy that was? That's how I felt throughout the entire middle half of this episode. wow.
Quote from: Mizuki on 2015 Oct 04, 22:44:15
My thoughts on Brotherhoof Social:
The ending was sweet, and it was nice to see Big Mac say more than 2 words like in Season 1, but wowwww.
Negativity under the next spoiler:
That episode was garbage. -10/10, would not recommend.
Definitely my least favorite episode of all time. Usually I rewatch them to show my boyfriend, but this is an episode we're going to have to skip just because it was just that awful.
Even if it wasn't transphobic, (and it is, it most definitely is) it's 80% cringe. Remember when Spike had to sing that Anthem at the Equestria Games? Remember how cringe-wrothy that was? That's how I felt throughout the entire middle half of this episode. wow.
I have to agree with you on the cringe comedy, it's something I've never cared for, but I can't say I felt this was "transphobic". The judge made a point that Big Mac's gender was never the concern, and I actually really appreciated that because I was expecting the cliche ending to this whole story. Averting my biggest complaint with this trope actually made me laugh for a few seconds. As for transphobic...I can see where your idea comes from, but I interpreted it very differently. I saw it as Big Mac trying hard to squeeze into a role that HE as an individual (not as a stallion) isn't meant for, for the desire of someone else, as opposed to just being himself. I didn't see any comment on the transgender community in any part of that.
I will say this is one of my least favorite episodes, but purely because of the cringe comedy taking up too much time; the ending was just barely worth it for a first viewing, can't say I'll revisit anything but that closing again.
Quote from: Stardust Dragon on 2015 Oct 05, 02:34:51
I have to agree with you on the cringe comedy, it's something I've never cared for, but I can't say I felt this was "transphobic". The judge made a point that Big Mac's gender was never the concern, and I actually really appreciated that because I was expecting the cliche ending to this whole story. Averting my biggest complaint with this trope actually made me laugh for a few seconds. As for transphobic...I can see where your idea comes from, but I interpreted it very differently. I saw it as Big Mac trying hard to squeeze into a role that HE as an individual (not as a stallion) isn't meant for, for the desire of someone else, as opposed to just being himself. I didn't see any comment on the transgender community in any part of that.
I will say this is one of my least favorite episodes, but purely because of the cringe comedy taking up too much time; the ending was just barely worth it for a first viewing, can't say I'll revisit anything but that closing again.
The way the judges reacted (toward the end, anyway) was totally fine by me. That wasn't exactly the thing that I had a problem with. It was mainly that whole "man in a dress- for comedy!" thing that I disliked.
It's 2015, and we're expected to laugh at how clownish Big Mac's make-up is, or how his voice keeps falling out of his falsetto, and how he has such an obvious adam's apple showing while he sings. And it wasn't just a one-off gag; this "joke" went on for a good- what- 15 minutes? It took up like 80% of the episode. The whole thing was for comedic effect, and cringe-comedy at that. How is that actually okay in this day and age?
It didn't exactly help that he kept getting weird looks from other ponyville citizens on top of that.
It just felt like a low blow, y'know?
The ending was sweet, but for me personally? This isn't an episode that I'll ever come back to.
Quote from: Mizuki on 2015 Oct 05, 03:23:52
The way the judges reacted (toward the end, anyway) was totally fine by me. That wasn't exactly the thing that I had a problem with. It was mainly that whole "man in a dress- for comedy!" thing that I disliked.
It's 2015, and we're expected to laugh at how clownish Big Mac's make-up is, or how his voice keeps falling out of his falsetto, and how he has such an obvious adam's apple showing while he sings. And it wasn't just a one-off gag; this "joke" went on for a good- what- 15 minutes? It took up like 80% of the episode. The whole thing was for comedic effect, and cringe-comedy at that. How is that actually okay in this day and age?
It didn't exactly help that he kept getting weird looks from other ponyville citizens on top of that.
It just felt like a low blow, y'know?
The ending was sweet, but for me personally? This isn't an episode that I'll ever come back to.
I see now. I didn't really see any of it that way, but I understand how you feel now. Though, I didn't think Orchard Blossom's makeup was clownish. I thought she had pretty eyelashes, and her lipstick really brought out her lips, especially for some of those expressions she did when we were seeing her from the side.
I'll admit I didn't laugh at any of that stuff either.
Also, I was kind of put off by the elderly stallion wanting to flirt with Orchard Blossom. It's like "Um, excuse me, sir, but she's way too young for you.
" It's really annoying when a man flirts with someone who's much younger than him.
Quote from: Mizuki on 2015 Oct 05, 03:23:52
The way the judges reacted (toward the end, anyway) was totally fine by me. That wasn't exactly the thing that I had a problem with. It was mainly that whole "man in a dress- for comedy!" thing that I disliked.
It's 2015, and we're expected to laugh at how clownish Big Mac's make-up is, or how his voice keeps falling out of his falsetto, and how he has such an obvious adam's apple showing while he sings. And it wasn't just a one-off gag; this "joke" went on for a good- what- 15 minutes? It took up like 80% of the episode. The whole thing was for comedic effect, and cringe-comedy at that. How is that actually okay in this day and age?
It didn't exactly help that he kept getting weird looks from other ponyville citizens on top of that.
It just felt like a low blow, y'know?
The ending was sweet, but for me personally? This isn't an episode that I'll ever come back to.
That's fair enough. Like I said earlier I just had a different interpretation, but I do see where you're coming from. I do kinda agree that the "man in a dress" joke is overplayed, especially in modern times.
@Chishio Kunrin &
@Stardust Dragon Thanks guys for being so understanding! I was worried that what I typed would blow up in my face or something, but you guys are so nice <3
[Spoilers!] This episode is freaking amazing! I recently found someone who predicted this but they did it better than me and him imagined! This was a amazing episode and I can't wait for more CMC!
Tell your opinions on it down below!
Just a friendly poke, if you guys want to talk about the latest episode, that's 100% alright. If you could, try to limit the number of threads for it though, such as discussing it in here. Also, to remain courteous to those who had not seen the episode yet, as per rule 2, please keep anything relevant to the latest episode in the spoiler tag. Thanks!
Spoiler: Crusaders of the Lost mark • show An episode I really enjoyed.
Good things:
The meaning of the episode was awesome, just because someone tells you to do something, doesn't mean its right.
All the songs were great in this episode, Chantal Strand (Diamond Tiara) got a great singing voice.
Finally we got the backstory why Diamond Tiara was so rude to everypony, and it got solved, maybe a little too easy though.
Also this face lol (https://i.gyazo.com/922490100e6010adbbb7f756f23906d9.png)
Things not as good:
Though the talents the CMC got are good, I just really wish they would've gotten something else. Something unique. Them helping others figure out theirs, is just not something I was hoping for.
And I realize now that one of my ocs have the same talent as Diamond Tiara... >.<
Spoiler: Crusaders episode • show "gets to the end" AND THE FANBASE IMPLODES!!!
Seriously, though, I really liked this episode. I do feel Diamond's backstory felt a little cliché though. Also, this episode raises one gigantic problem for me:
Diamond Tiara and Silver Spoon, well, were my most HATED characters in any sort of media PERIOD. What am I supposed to rage about now?
I...I don't even...
I was really seriously hesitant to believe ANY of that happened, I thought it was all gonna be undone by a "just made up" reply at the very end there. The entire last song I missed because I kept asking "is this really happening?!"
Anyways, as for the episode itself, I really truly liked it. Great singing, awesome animation, adorable story, it was nearly perfect...save for two things. The first is the fandom explosion/implosion fallout we're about to see (not a serious thing for me, that's going to happen with any episode that changes something) and that I agree Diamond Tiara's story is very cliche. I get that parental influence can be catastrophic for personal image, but I just didn't buy how quick she turned around; even counting the fact that it's a 22 minute episode I don't believe Diamond Tiara would have turned around so quickly. If maybe there had been notes of her views weakening over a few episodes I could buy that she just broke with this one.
On that note though, I had in my head an interesting thought during Diamond's song about how she should be strong: diamonds are tough, but they still break. Look up "Diamond flaws" on wikipedia and the second sentence says simply "few diamonds are perfect", which I believe and understand applies to Diamond Tiara, but like I mentioned earlier I just wish we'd seen a few of these flaws beforehand...
Also trying not to be too critical of the CMC's new marks: after 5 seasons anything they got was going to be in some way disappointing to the infinite possibilities beforehand. I'm just still in shock (but overjoyed
) that we got to actually see it happen!!
I honestly don't even know where to begin because my head is swimming trying to process everything that happened in the episode.
A few things I can say right now are:
- When Silver Spoon disowned Diamond Tiara as a friend I literally said "ouch" out loud because wow...
- How Diamond's mother treated her, cliche as it was, was a believable explanation for her attitude.
-Though I think mom backed down a little too easily at the end, but what can you do with a limited time slot.
- I am not ashamed to admit I genuinely felt sorry for Diamond in this episode.
- Pretty much confirmed that the apple family parents are no longer alive at this point.
- Seriously, you don't say "if they were here" and have any other implication.
- I'll admit I'm a bit underwhelmed by the designs for the CMC's new cutie marks, but after 5 seasons I think no matter what mark they were given it would be a little underwhelming.
- Though their tied-together talents is an interesting concept. Not exactly the obvious ideas we thought at first, but really ties into how much fate magic must be present in pony cutie marks.
Need to let the episode sink in a little more now.
One things definitely for certain: things are going to be very different from now on.
Quote from: Stardust Dragon on 2015 Oct 10, 18:13:38
I...I don't even...
I was really seriously hesitant to believe ANY of that happened, I thought it was all gonna be undone by a "just made up" reply at the very end there. The entire last song I missed because I kept asking "is this really happening?!"
Anyways, as for the episode itself, I really truly liked it. Great singing, awesome animation, adorable story, it was nearly perfect...save for two things. The first is the fandom explosion/implosion fallout we're about to see (not a serious thing for me, that's going to happen with any episode that changes something) and that I agree Diamond Tiara's story is very cliche. I get that parental influence can be catastrophic for personal image, but I just didn't buy how quick she turned around; even counting the fact that it's a 22 minute episode I don't believe Diamond Tiara would have turned around so quickly. If maybe there had been notes of her views weakening over a few episodes I could buy that she just broke with this one.
On that note though, I had in my head an interesting thought during Diamond's song about how she should be strong: diamonds are tough, but they still break. Look up "Diamond flaws" on wikipedia and the second sentence says simply "few diamonds are perfect", which I believe and understand applies to Diamond Tiara, but like I mentioned earlier I just wish we'd seen a few of these flaws beforehand...
Also trying not to be too critical of the CMC's new marks: after 5 seasons anything they got was going to be in some way disappointing to the infinite possibilities beforehand. I'm just still in shock (but overjoyed
) that we got to actually see it happen!!
Honestly speaking, she did show a weakening in resolve a bit over time, and she got shown how her attempts to break the CMC and the like were becoming less effective. I think once she viewed how hard others try to get their marks, she figured the final puzzle pieces out. The following situation with Pipsqueak showed a, albeit rushed, state of denial to the truth in her mind, before acceptance and a fighting for what she knows as truth occurred.
*Will probably review this later on in this thread.
My reaction when the CMC got their cutie marks
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(http://i.imgur.com/5t3TIRP.gif)
Huh... Scootaloo's wings get bigger for a few frames when they're getting their cutie marks.
Then they go back to normal afterwards...
Probably just part of the animation, but given the wing in her cutie mark I wonder...
Quote from: Jcfraven on 2015 Oct 10, 23:45:02
Honestly speaking, she did show a weakening in resolve a bit over time, and she got shown how her attempts to break the CMC and the like were becoming less effective. I think once she viewed how hard others try to get their marks, she figured the final puzzle pieces out. The following situation with Pipsqueak showed a, albeit rushed, state of denial to the truth in her mind, before acceptance and a fighting for what she knows as truth occurred.
*Will probably review this later on in this thread.
I guess that's true, but I didn't see those as obvious signs of her weakening, more as the CMC getting stronger. Sure that would have had an effect on Diamond, but I still feel like it could have been better hinted at in previous episodes. Just feels like something in the transition is missing to me, but I can't place exactly what. The pacing in this episode is just gonna bug me any way I look at it, but for the time they had to tell the story they wanted I'm willing to let the rushed pacing slide here.
I have one other gripe about this episode I didn't mention before, and I feel will never get properly answered: where in Luna's name are Scootaloo's parents?! Are we just supposed to assume she's either an orphan or abandoned by this point? Sure, introducing them out of the blue for the finale of this episode would be a shock, but her family wasn't addressed at all, instead letting RD fill in for the big sister role (which was sweet enough that I almost forgave this issue on its own. Almost.)
Now I'm inspired to look through the episode for the "5 stages of grief"...lets see here, denial ("I demand a recount"), depression (her whole song), anger (interactions with the CMC when they try to check up on her), bargaining (her thinking "if I can just get Pip kicked out of office, then everything can go back to normal"), and of course acceptance in the end. Ain't pattern recognition fun?
Quote from: Stardust Dragon on 2015 Oct 11, 06:42:10
I guess that's true, but I didn't see those as obvious signs of her weakening, more as the CMC getting stronger. Sure that would have had an effect on Diamond, but I still feel like it could have been better hinted at in previous episodes. Just feels like something in the transition is missing to me, but I can't place exactly what. The pacing in this episode is just gonna bug me any way I look at it, but for the time they had to tell the story they wanted I'm willing to let the rushed pacing slide here.
I have one other gripe about this episode I didn't mention before, and I feel will never get properly answered: where in Luna's name are Scootaloo's parents?! Are we just supposed to assume she's either an orphan or abandoned by this point? Sure, introducing them out of the blue for the finale of this episode would be a shock, but her family wasn't addressed at all, instead letting RD fill in for the big sister role (which was sweet enough that I almost forgave this issue on its own. Almost.)
Now I'm inspired to look through the episode for the "5 stages of grief"...lets see here, denial ("I demand a recount"), depression (her whole song), anger (interactions with the CMC when they try to check up on her), bargaining (her thinking "if I can just get Pip kicked out of office, then everything can go back to normal"), and of course acceptance in the end. Ain't pattern recognition fun?
Thank you for correcting my thoughts on the 5 Stages, somehow I forgot the order. The episode was a good representation of it, I think.
About Scootaloo's parents, I think, at this point, the writers are basically telling us that her parents are gone in one way or another, either entirely or never there for her. Both ways would be an interesting eventual story.
Also, while I agree that they could've done more to lead up to it, I think just seeing the journey throughout the seasons built it up enough to where that would at least make sense. It's similar to MMC, but they built up the outlying principle(Diamond Tiara is to MMC Spell) unlike in MMC. I never focus too much on what the episode shows in this scenario, because it doesn't show the true nature of the episode proper.
me during the final song: This episode was cute.
Applejack: *Crying* If mom and dad were here, they would sure be proud.
me: STOP! I DIDN'T ASK FOR THIS!
Those feels, man.
I think the reason Diamond Tiara told the CMC they were lucky that they got to work hard to search for their cutie marks is because her mother told her what her talent is supposed to be, so she never got that search. And since she was told what it is, she never got the chance to figure out what it means.
I believe that the symbols within the shields in the CMC's cutie marks are their second talents. Really, cutie marks tend to only highlight one of the pony's talents, while still trying to represent all of their talents.
Rarity's cutie mark is diamonds because she has a talent for finding gems with her magic, but she also has a talent for fashion - beauty.
Twilight's cutie mark is a spark of magic because she has a talent for magic, but she also has a talent for studying, learning, and memorization, which helps her learn magic.
Fluttershy's cutie mark is butterflies because she has a talent for communicating and working with animals, but she also has a knack for having the gentleness of a butterfly's wings.
I could go on, but you get the picture, right? The CMC's cutie marks are shields representing their talent for helping others figure out their cutie marks, but within their shields are other symbols, representing their
personal talents. Maybe the reason they didn't get their cutie marks sooner is because the powers that be were like "No... there's more to it than that. You are destined for something bigger than your individual talents."
This episode was a bit heavy on the songs, but the episodes that bring big changes to the series tend to be.
Also, Diamond Tiara's squish face reminded me of...
(https://scontent-dfw1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xta1/v/t1.0-9/12074631_10206683945989743_1027785143566923679_n.jpg?oh=4028cabac59d312bb884d2dbf0b48f6a&oe=56CA860A)
Quote from: Jcfraven on 2015 Oct 11, 10:31:42
Thank you for correcting my thoughts on the 5 Stages, somehow I forgot the order. The episode was a good representation of it, I think.
The 5 stages don't have a prescribed order that everyone experiences them in, these were a little out of "order", but I agree it's still a good representation of someone going through them all.
Well... here goes... S5E18 thoughts...
But first...
Power sleeps within you...
Give it form...^^^This seems appropriate. (Well that and I've fallen in love with the Kingdom Hearts series once again as I've been playing HD Remix :P)
What can I say really?
This episode had "Magical Mystery Cure" vibes all around it. Mostly because it was mostly a musical episode. Was that a good thing or a bad thing?
Well... I overreacted when MMC happened. But I've admitted that already.
To be honest with you...
I guess it wasn't surprising...
Considering the "theme" of this season after all (cutie marks/cutie mark magic)
I just thought it wouldn't happen until the final season.
[spoiler]Yup. It happened. The Cutie Mark Crusaders got their cutie marks.
Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying that it disappointed me. It might be better to happen sooner rather than later.
However... I'm not really sure about the whole "redeem Diamond Tiara" thing. She's been acting like a jerk for 4 seasons now. That... really didn't make much sense to me.
Other than that... good episode for what it was.
I can't say much for this episode honestly.
I liked the episode. I just don't see how after 4 seasons of jerk Diamond Tiara she deserved a redeeming. It's possible all the stuff before was also due to her jerk mother... but... I don't know.
Sorry. I can't like Diamond Tiara now. I just can't do it.
But I enjoyed the episode alright?
:) [/spoiler]
Just a bit of added thoughts; I STILL don't like Diamond Tiara. In fact, there's actually part of me that wished they didn't redeem her. I'm sorry, but Flight To The Finish hit WAY too close to home for me to forgive those too anytime soon, and I do think they reformed her way too quickly. But I will admit I loved how Silver Spoon just "LoL voice" SHUTDOWN Diamond at the start. Also Pipsqueak.
Quote from: Chromastone64 on 2015 Oct 12, 01:51:31
Just a bit of added thoughts; I STILL don't like Diamond Tiara. In fact, there's actually part of me that wished they didn't redeem her. I'm sorry, but Flight To The Finish hit WAY too close to home for me to forgive those too anytime soon, and I do think they reformed her way too quickly. But I will admit I loved how Silver Spoon just "LoL voice" SHUTDOWN Diamond at the start. Also Pipsqueak.
Yes! When Silver Spoon was like "Want to know how? Sorry, I'm not allowed to speak!" I actually literally yelled "OHHHHHH!!!!!"
And I couldn't get over how tiny Pipsqueak is.
I guess that's why his name is Pipsqueak.
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 Oct 12, 05:51:33
Yes! When Silver Spoon was like "Want to know how? Sorry, I'm not allowed to speak!" I actually literally yelled "OHHHHHH!!!!!"
And I couldn't get over how tiny Pipsqueak is.
I guess that's why his name is Pipsqueak.
Once I learn how to, I'm so going to make one of those silly MLG videos for that clip
I had a sudden smack-in-the-face realization after watching a blind reaction (again) to Crusaders of the Lost Mark:
Incorporating the intro into the very very end of the episode, with Spike sending the new picture. Just like the song says not a few seconds before, and as a fantastic secondary lesson for all, achieving your longtime goal isn't just an end, but an entire new start to a new adventure, a whole new episode in your life. It feels so clear now that I'm a little embarrassed I wasn't beaten over the head with that connection earlier.
I cried at every song in "Crusaders of the lost mark" and 3 times at the last song...no joke.
Seeing AJ, Rainbow Dash, and Rarity so proud of their sisters/friend is so heart warming.
I have to say...their cutiemarks are better than any fan mode one I've ever seen.
Spoiler: The One Where Pinkie Pie Knows • show I finally watched the episode! :3 It was really cute!
"Gotta bounce! *Bounces around the room, then crashes through a wall*" ovO
Whoops!! I forgot to post this!! Oh well. I'll just do it now then. :P
Here are my thoughts for S5E19:
Well... where do I start...?
I suppose I shouldn't be surprised. There wasn't really anything else it could have been.
In fact, when you think about it, this was pretty much the expected outcome.
Yup...
[spoiler]Looks like Skyla is becoming canon. Cadence and Shining Armor are having a kid.
Am I disappointed?
Well... I'll let you know when I see the kid. If it's automatically an alicorn...
THERE WILL BE LOTS OF EXPLAINING TO DO. :l
But let's not go there yet shall we? :s
As for the episode itself... I quite enjoyed it.
More than the last episode that's for sure.
Okay I promise my "controversial" stuff is over for good now. I hope. :s
Pinkie's antics were funny as always. The stuff she does always gives me quite a laugh. Which is good.
Poor thing just struggled so much to keep it a secret. It's understandable I suppose. X3
I
really enjoyed this one. Pinkie's antics
sold most of this episode for me.
:D[/spoiler]
Quote from: LostSanity on 2015 Oct 19, 18:09:26
Whoops!! I forgot to post this!! Oh well. I'll just do it now then. :P
Here are my thoughts for S5E19:
Well... where do I start...?
I suppose I shouldn't be surprised. There wasn't really anything else it could have been.
In fact, when you think about it, this was pretty much the expected outcome.
Yup...
[spoiler]Looks like Skyla is becoming canon. Cadence and Shining Armor are having a kid.
Am I disappointed?
Well... I'll let you know when I see the kid. If it's automatically an alicorn... THERE WILL BE LOTS OF EXPLAINING TO DO. :l
But let's not go there yet shall we? :s
As for the episode itself... I quite enjoyed it.
More than the last episode that's for sure.
Okay I promise my "controversial" stuff is over for good now. I hope. :s
Pinkie's antics were funny as always. The stuff she does always gives me quite a laugh. Which is good.
Poor thing just struggled so much to keep it a secret. It's understandable I suppose. X3
I really enjoyed this one. Pinkie's antics sold most of this episode for me.
:D[/spoiler]
Aren't Celestia and Luna natural born alicorns? So, natural born alicorns are possible, just uncommon.
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 Oct 19, 18:21:41
Aren't Celestia and Luna natural born alicorns? So, natural born alicorns are possible, just uncommon.
I suppose.
I'll just have a hard time accepting yet another without some sort of reasoning as to why.
Since I didn't comment on the episode that aired on the 10th, I'll just share my thoughts without the spoiler tag :0 After that, when I get to the latest episode, then I'll post using the spoiler tag.
Anyway, here it goes!
I don't really like the way the CMC's cutie marks are designed X3 and I kinda wish Diamond Tiara had some kind of development outside of just this one episode; but instead, we had to witness her develop
and have her redemption all at once. I just...why? I
liked that the CMC had some kind of bully to deal with at their school, since I know my bullies never magically started to like me after x-thing happened :c I would complain about the pacing too, but I think everyone and their grandma mentioned that a dozen times.
But aside from that, I actually didn't mind the songs. :) The only song I'd really listen to over and over again is Diamond Tiara's, though. (Her VA is so talented! and the animation! Plus the lyrics were really good!) I kinda always figured that the CMC would probably get their cutie marks at the same time, (though I think it would have been more interesting- conflict wise- if they hadn't) so seeing the CMC super happy made me happy too! (And Applejack bringing up their dead parents had me like ;-; )
All in all, way better than that...
other episode. (You all know the one) Hopefully this means more good things to come!
Anyway, onto the new episode:
aaaaaaaaaaAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHH!!!! That surprise!!
I always figured it was only a matter of time before Cadence & Shining Armor became parents, but I had no idea such a bomb would be dropped on us so soon! I'm glad I stayed away from spoilers! Also
poor Pinkie...I've been in a similar situation! Only for me I usually had to keep secrets to protect people rather than spoil a surprise
When it comes to surprises, I'm much more like Rarity!
My only (pretty minor) knit pick is that; aside from the initial "surprise", the rest of the episode didn't really give us any twists or turns. (aside from Cadence and Shining Armor showing up early) Lately I feel like I've been complaining about the show not "surprising me" anymore, but I can't figure out if it's because I know what to expect from pony by now, or if the writers are just thinking more about deadlines than they are weaving a good story episode-by-episode. That isn't to say that the episode was written badly, I just feel a little spoiled by previous seasons. But I say that every season so I would take what I have to say with a grain of salt
Quote from: LostSanity on 2015 Oct 19, 18:28:20
I suppose.
I'll just have a hard time accepting yet another without some sort of reasoning as to why.
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 Oct 19, 18:21:41
Aren't Celestia and Luna natural born alicorns? So, natural born alicorns are possible, just uncommon.
Nah, they said they were born unicorns and became alicorns when they raised the celestial body that they govern over, like how when Twilight did the awesome spell that made her a alicorn.
It can only be earned, not born into...
Though if Shining armor and Cadances kid is an Alicorn I'mma look pretty dumb.
I'm wondering:
Considering how insistent Pinkie was that Twilight keep the secrets she knew in "Green Isn't Your Color", why would she be so frustrated keeping this one?
Quote from: Sweet Brew on 2015 Oct 20, 05:17:38
Nah, they said they were born unicorns and became alicorns when they raised the celestial body that they govern over, like how when Twilight did the awesome spell that made her a alicorn.
It can only be earned, not born into...
Though if Shining armor and Cadances kid is an Alicorn I'mma look pretty dumb.
Hmmm... Trege has read some of the official MLP books, and he said one of them says Celestia and Luna were born alicorns. So, I dunno.
If you're talking about the season 1 premiere... Even though Twilight called them unicorns, they appeared as alicorns in the pictures.
Quote from: McClaw on 2015 Oct 20, 09:00:17
I'm wondering:
Considering how insistent Pinkie was that Twilight keep the secrets she knew in "Green Isn't Your Color", why would she be so frustrated keeping this one?
I don't think she was frustrated that she had to keep a secret. I think it was such a big awesome secret that she knew Twilight would be happy to know, and she was having a hard time keeping it in even though she really, really wanted to.
Quote from: Sweet Brew on 2015 Oct 20, 05:17:38
Nah, they said they were born unicorns and became alicorns when they raised the celestial body that they govern over, like how when Twilight did the awesome spell that made her a alicorn.
It can only be earned, not born into...
Though if Shining armor and Cadances kid is an Alicorn I'mma look pretty dumb.
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 Oct 20, 17:39:53
Hmmm... Trege has read some of the official MLP books, and he said one of them says Celestia and Luna were born alicorns. So, I dunno.
If you're talking about the season 1 premiere... Even though Twilight called them unicorns, they appeared as alicorns in the pictures.
The book Journal of the Two Sisters states that both Celestia and Luna were from a population of Alicorns that lived in Canterlot before they were asked to rule over the three tribes. What happened to that population of Alicorns is anyone's guess, but apparently Alicorns lived in Eqestria and the city of Canterlot existed before the ponies even arrived.
Regarding season 1, in mythology a horse with the features of both unicorn and pegasus are either called just unicorn, just pegasus, or pegasus unicorns depending on where you look.
The term Alicorn actually refers to the material a unicorn's horn is made from, but was used by the fandom to refer to the two sisters and was eventually adopted by the show's writers.
According to one of the other books Cadence was, however, born a pegasus and ascended like Twilight.
Here are my thoughts for S5E20:
This one was quite a cute episode.
I enjoyed seeing
all of the Pie family in their entirety, with personalities to boot!
Pinkie's parents old fashioned way of speaking reminded me of Luna in Luna Eclipsed. Except without the shouting. :tongue:
Limestone was kind of jerkish. It was understandable why she was so possessive with Houlder's Boulder (though I felt it was still
too much) near the end of it... but... she was a little too jerkish.
Marble is definitely the Fluttershy of the family though!! So shy.
Made me like her.
Her and Big Mac and their "one words" That was quite funny.
To be perfectly honest... the conflict for this episode was a little expected. It had it's moments though. Mostly with Maud, Pinkie, or Marble and Big Mac.
It got a little disheartening near the end with the not-a-family-anymore Pie and Apple feud. :')
It was a good heartwarming episode though and I quite enjoyed seeing all of the Pie family.
When Applejack explained the history of Hearthswarming Eve and explained why they had the traditions they did, I thought it was just an "In case you didn't see the other Hearthswarming Eve episode" thing. But then, at the end, when she said that she didn't bother thinking about why the Pies have the traditions they have, I realized that was why she explained it.
Overall, this was a cute episode, and I really liked it.
I kinda half-expected Holder's Boulder to be an actual egg that just took a long time to hatch, and when it fell, I thought it was going to break open. I guess it's just a rock, after all.
I liked this episode, especially Maud and Marble. Limestone, on the other hand...
I was basically screaming "WHAT ARE YOU DOING, APPLEJACK?!" near the end, though. You don't just mess with tradition like that.
I liked a lot of the humour too, even if the fault line bit was a Necron moment.
But one bit I loved was seeing the pathway with all the glowing crystals in the snow. That's one of the only moments the show's really left me speechless.
Oh yeah, also, Maud goes to rock school, a school that teaches ponies all about rocks.
Pinkie asked how school has been going, and Maud was like "If you thought quartz was hard on the hardness scale, wait 'til I tell you about" something.
She seems to really love learning about rocks. Maye her future career is geologist.
And Limestone seems really passionate about the farm. I'm sure she's gonna take it over when she's older.
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 Oct 26, 13:33:35
Oh yeah, also, Maud goes to rock school, a school that teaches ponies all about rocks.
Pinkie asked how school has been going, and Maud was like "If you thought quartz was hard on the hardness scale, wait 'til I tell you about" something.
She seems to really love learning about rocks. Maye her future career is geologist.
And Limestone seems really passionate about the farm. I'm sure she's gonna take it over when she's older.
I'm actually in a semi-geology course right now, and I found a few of the jokes related to it just a bit too funny...particularly the one about extrusive andesite. Though it really makes me start wondering how Equestria formed...
I think Maud was talking about corundum btw, and that joke makes me wonder who invented the Mohs hardness scale in Equestria. So much history!
Here come thoughts for S5E21:
To be honest with you... there's really not much I can say about this one.
It was pretty much an all-around decent episode.
AJ looked cute in her costume!!
Derpy in a Twilight costume was hilarious!!
It's too bad Fluttershy hates Nightmare Night that much, she could make it really fun from what this episode showed.
But I guess it's makes sense with her character at any rate. She doesn't like seeing her friends in danger.
This was a well-balanced overall decent episode honestly.
I can't say much else about it.
Great episode!!
finally caught up on the season thus far, and I gotta say:
The CMCs GOT THEIR CUTIE MARK!?!?! whoaaaaaa.
Heartbreaker: Another great episode. It's nice that they release different holiday episodes each year. Also, Applejack, you screwed up.
Scare Master: Also great, only I thought fluttershy's moral at the end was a little too cliché, even though it's fluttershy.
I'm glad I held out on watching this episode. I can now say that, thanks to this and the other recent episodes, that Granny Smith is becoming one of my favourite characters. Angel, on the other hand, is becoming the new Diamond Tiara...
Quote from: Howitzer on 2015 Nov 01, 22:20:45
finally caught up on the season thus far, and I gotta say:
The CMCs GOT THEIR CUTIE MARK!?!?! whoaaaaaa.
Heartbreaker: Another great episode. It's nice that they release different holiday episodes each year. Also, Applejack, you screwed up.
Scare Master: Also great, only I thought fluttershy's moral at the end was a little too cliché, even though it's fluttershy.
I dunno. I liked the ending to Scare Master.
I'm glad that it was like "Fluttershy has been learning to try new things she's afraid of to see if she'll like them, so let's not pretend that she hasn't!"
It really makes sense with her personality that she wouldn't like making her friends feel like they're in danger. Their terrified faces must have broken her heart.
As for the lesson... I liked it. I haven't really seen other things do a lesson that's like "Give it a try. If you don't like it, that's fine. You don't have to be into every single thing your friends are into!"
Everyone and everything is always like "You should share a ton of interests with your friends and always do everything with them!" But sometimes you're interested in different things that your friends don't really care to participate in, and that's fine. It should be fine. If some of my friends don't want to go to an anime convention with me, even though it'd be super awesome, I should respect that and go with the people who do like anime conventions. Y'know?
Sure, we do really want to have someone to share the things we love with, but hey, Fluttershy had her animals who enjoyed spending time indoors with her during Nightmare Night, so it's not like she was alone.
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 Nov 02, 03:17:25
I dunno. I liked the ending to Scare Master.
I'm glad that it was like "Fluttershy has been learning to try new things she's afraid of to see if she'll like them, so let's not pretend that she hasn't!"
It really makes sense with her personality that she wouldn't like making her friends feel like they're in danger. Their terrified faces must have broken her heart.
As for the lesson... I liked it. I haven't really seen other things do a lesson that's like "Give it a try. If you don't like it, that's fine. You don't have to be into every single thing your friends are into!"
Everyone and everything is always like "You should share a ton of interests with your friends and always do everything with them!" But sometimes you're interested in different things that your friends don't really care to participate in, and that's fine. It should be fine. If some of my friends don't want to go to an anime convention with me, even though it'd be super awesome, I should respect that and go with the people who do like anime conventions. Y'know?
Sure, we do really want to have someone to share the things we love with, but hey, Fluttershy had her animals who enjoyed spending time indoors with her during Nightmare Night, so it's not like she was alone.
Don't get me wrong, I loved to episode, I loved everything about it, and I completely agree with you. Getting Fluttershy to evolve so much as to her overcome being scared; one small step for the developers, but one giant leap for the story. I dunno, I thought the ending was just really ...... "fluttershy-ish" even though it was Fluttershy's lesson.
I guess it's time for me to post my S5E22 thoughts on here now.
Fair warning: It's negative.
This... isn't going to be good...
Yeah...
I can't say anything nice about this episodes.
At all. I just can't sorry.
Once again it may be because I don't like Discord.
But Discord
OBVIOUSLY did this on purpose. I doesn't matter if Twilight learned something from it or not. It really doesn't.
The ending was about the only satisfying thing for me. Because turnabout is fair play.
Worse episode of the season thus far for me. If not possibly the worse episode of the whole series.
I'm going to try to explain why I hate Discord so much after this. I already typed it out. Stay tuned for that.
Spoiler: The Hooffields and McColts • show Was a fun episode today. Caught on to the problem (or lack thereof) pretty quick as well as how it would be resolved so the ending didn't surprise me, but it was still fun to watch.
Still though, I mentally facepalmed every time Twilight pulled out her "Friendship Solutions" book. I know she realized the book didn't help her at the end, but I really wonder if she actually learned that each friendship problem is going to require its own solution. While the book may be good for referencing it won't give her the actual solutions.
Chuckled a bit at the saddlebags too. Poor Fluttershy can't keep up with that Earth Pony-Alicorn strength.
One line that caused my brain to stop though was when Twilight said: "What if it wants to solve other kinds of problems like quantum physics?"
That puts Equestrian scientific knowledge within 100 years of our own at the most and maybe 25 years difference at the least (give or take a few years on both ends). Ponyville's rustic look and Canterlot's posh fantasy feel really are just for aesthetic appearances in that case.
Here come my thoughts for S5E23. No worries. No negativity this time.
Well... I can say I liked this one more than the last one at least.
Twilight being Twilight was the best part.
I kind of felt sorry for her when she kept trying all her " friendship solutions" that didn't work.
Fluttershy came to the rescue to resolve the problem in the end.
This one wasn't too bad.
Good episode. Pretty funny to hear Twilight going on for 5 minutes about a minor problem and see two families at war with each other.
But the biggest kick I got was that this was a real thing. People learning about a Civil War era battle between two families from a show about ponies, pretty sweet.
An interesting thought occurred to me.
The map didn't sent Twilight to help solve the family's feud. Fluttershy was the one who ended up solving the problem while every solution Twilight pulled out of her book ended up making things worse.
I think the map just sent Twilight along to show her that she can't solve friendship problems by pulling them from a checklist until she finds one that works (and to make sure that Fluttershy didn't freak out by having to go all by herself).
Kind of funny too with the way she's been itching to get sent on a friendship mission. She ends up getting sent to learn a lesson herself instead
The Mane Attraction:
Some of this episode grated on me. I liked the overall message, even when I saw it coming from a mile away, but Rara's manager...oh dear Luna.
I seriously can't stand this type of character, the manager who steamrolls the star for his/her own gain. It makes this type of episode so hard for me to sit through: the moment he whispered into Rara's ear when she was talking to AJ I knew he was going to be a character that seriously ruined this episode for me.
Besides him I at least liked how the story played out, save one minor detail: when the manager leaves, Rara says that he was in charge of everything, lights, sound etc. While that may have been true that he controlled all of it, he couldn't have
run all of it. Surely at least a few members of the crew, especially in a place as "friendship is magic"-y as Equestria, would have stayed by to help the performance happen. It was something that bugged me too about "Rarity Takes Manehattan" and "Made in Manehattan": with the exception of a curt mention of the costume designer and Coco having to adjust costumes last minute, really none of the crew making the shows happen even got a background appearance. Perhaps that's just the techie in me complaining about under-appreciation/representation though...
Here are thoughts for S5E24. With extra thoughts about the Season Finale afterwards.
You know what the best part of this episode was?
THE MUSIC. IT WAS AMAZING. I WAS IN EAR HEAVEN. Unfortunately, that's probably the best part of this episode. The music and the songs in this episode.
It
was a pretty cute episode though. But the music pretty much
MADE this episode. For
me at least.
S6 Finale Preview thoughts and general thoughts on the finale (before airing) below:
So...
Let's talk about the upcoming Season 6 Finale shall we?
I've already seen the preview for it. Because it was a part of my DVR Recording when I watched my recording of the new episode that aired yesterday.
From what I saw...
It seems like I might end up being right.
It looks like it might be inspired from/have elements from Final Fantasy XIII-2 (13-2)
If that's true... I'll
try my best to explain it. However... please keep in mind that it's been
FOREVER since I've played 13-2 and most people are going to interpret it in their own ways regardless.
But this should be interesting nonetheless.
Maybe, at long last, there will be material and references of something I actually understand/know?
We shall see...
For now... I leave you with this.
"My destiny may change your fate. The pain my heart feels... is my strength."
[spoiler]
*switch to COM/RAV/RAV*
B)[/spoiler]
Spoiler: Season 5 Episode 24 • show As a couple of you know, I've been recently trying to make music, upon trying to do so I've been learning so much about it.
This episode had some of the best music I've heard in the show to this date.
It also has made me realize so much about myself I wish I'd seen sooner.
I don't know about you guys and gals, but this show and especially season 5 has tough me so much about myself.
I'm so sappy.
But yeah, it's awesome and this episode was one of the best next to "Amending fences" in my opinion.
Ah yes...Amending Fences.....It was truly full of feels episode.
Did anyone else see the Honey Lemon (Big Hero 6) pony at Twilight's lecture?
Hrm. So, out of the villains... Sombra was waging an all out full-on war, Chrysalis was tracking down and fighting rebels, Discord and Nightmare Moon had total control of Equestria, and Tirek was destroying things.
This was a really interesting finale. It was neat seeing all the What If's. Starlight's redemption probably would've been better if Twilight had found her friend and reunited them, but eh.
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 Nov 28, 19:26:52
Did anyone else see the Honey Lemon (Big Hero 6) pony at Twilight's lecture?
Hrm. So, out of the villains... Sombra was waging an all out full-on war, Chrysalis was tracking down and fighting rebels, Discord and Nightmare Moon had total control of Equestria, and Tirek was destroying things.
This was a really interesting finale. It was neat seeing all the What If's. Starlight's redemption probably would've been better if Twilight had found her friend and reunited them, but eh.
I was thinking that Twilight should have reunited her with her friend as well: he was sent to the same school Twi was in, right? She probably bumped into him at least once...
I like how Starlight's redemption was handled, and seeing how her past made her honestly think she was doing the right thing, I just feel uneasy about redeeming her right now. Maybe if we'd seen some more of her besides a random background flash I'd think more of it: it's the same problem I had with redeeming Diamond Tiara, just not enough time for a turnaround. When we last saw Starlight she wasn't exactly in the "open to reinterpreting her views" mindset, and even the fights between the two during their encounters in the past didn't convince me she was entirely ready to stop and think about what she was doing.
As for the rest of the episode, two things. First, I LOVED Nightmare Moon's castle! If it were Luna and not Nightmare Moon on those tapestries I'd say keep the whole thing (though Silver Quill my be disappointed by that). And second, I realize it was for a joke, but how in Equestria's name is Sweet Apple Acres being bulldozed by the FlimFlam brothers a worse alternate history than a dictator ruling eternal night, all ponykind fighting an eternal war, and all ponykind losing an eternal war, or a tyrant destroying absolutely everything?
Quote from: Stardust Dragon on 2015 Nov 28, 19:45:01
And second, I realize it was for a joke, but how in Equestria's name is Sweet Apple Acres being bulldozed by the FlimFlam brothers a worse alternate history than a dictator ruling eternal night, all ponykind fighting an eternal war, and all ponykind losing an eternal war, or a tyrant destroying absolutely everything?
Don't you know? There is nothing worse than big corporations except for literally nothing
That moment when you realize that in Tirek's alternate timeline he has been destroying the very same forest since the S4 finale
I loved the episode. But their is one small thing that caught my attention. I know that they didn't have time to go into full detail, but I just seemed like ponies turn good or evil at the drop of a hat. My best friend doesn't talk to me anymore guess I'm gonna be evil now, type of thing.
I was tense throughout this whole episode. I thought the two-parter was going to end on something going wrong with time, and the next season was going to be about Twilight trying to fix it. But man, this episode was DARK at points. I mean, Sombra had flipping brainwashed ponies in death knight armour try to CRUSH others with a boulder!
Also WOO, CHANGELINGS!!!
But something Twilight said stuck me as a little off near the end. From the sound of it, she basically said "For god's sake, no-one EVER stop being friends or EVERYTHING WILL GO TO TARTARUS.
You know what's neat? Every time Dash was wearing a helmet, I recognized her from her eyes before I saw her tail.
Well... the time has come...
S5 Finale thoughts. Read at your own risk. :I
Before I speak about my issues with this... (There are only two. Though they're pretty
BIG. It might be obvious what they are though)
Let me say this.
The episode itself was pretty
AMAZING.
It
did remind me of Final Fantasy 13-2. The only difference was that there was only
ONE paradox whereas in FF 13-2 there were
MULTIPLE.
There was even a moment where "Ruined Hometown" from FF 13-2 would have fit
unbelievably. The part in Part 1 with the ruined-looking Ponyville.
So that was pretty good and I liked seeing a FF 13-2 like story in MLP: FiM form.
It was also pretty interesting to see the alternate futures where the villains won.
Then there was the Starlight vs Twilight battle which was pretty freaking good. Not as good as the Tirek vs Twilight fight but still pretty good.
Then...
There was the ending.
Which brings me to my issues with this.
1.
NO PUNISHMENT. Considering that no punishment was given considering what she did...
NO. JUST NO. 2. The lesson. Why?
BECAUSE STUPID GLIMMER SHOULD HAVE FIGURED IT OUT FOR HERSELF. IT'S COMMON SENSE. DOES COMMON SENSE NOT EXIST IN YOUR STUPID BRAIN?! 
So... yeah...
The episode?
AMAZING.
The ending?
CRAP.
Which means the middle ground is..............
It was mediocre.
This next thought is in another spoiler because some may not like it.
[spoiler]I don't care about Glimmer. I seriously don't. She's
NOT reformed. It'd be better if I
NEVER saw that
EVER AGAIN. Similar to my issue with Discord. The difference is I can
deal with Discord.
I DON'T WANT TO DEAL WITH GLIMMER EVER AGAIN.
I don't want to see her having an important role in the movie
OR future seasons.
EVER.
The End.
[/spoiler]
Am I also the only one who noticed a few of the villains looked a little off at points? When Sombra appears, half the time it looks like he's just staring at the camera, and Chrysalis and Nightmare Moon's heads were kinda oddly shaped.
Also, I do feel the ending was a little hasty to reform Starlight and make her a friend. You don't just become besties with someone who almost wreaked the freaking timeline. I can definitely say that if I was there, I wouldn't be able to bring myself to be friends with her.
Also I probably would have tried to headbutt her every time she messed up the future.
Honestly, I wouldn't call anyone besties or even plain friends with Starlight. They're giving her a chance because that's what they do and honestly I kind of expected this result given the show's track record. However, I wouldn't say they're friends with her at all.
Heck, Applejack pretty much said that they couldn't just let her go because of how dangerous she was.
And, to tell the truth, I think they made a good choice. Starlight had long-term, deep psychological issues that they only made worse when they came to her village, even if they didn't know it at the time. What they're doing now is giving her the help she needs while also having her close by so they can keep an eye on her to make sure she doesn't relapse.
All that aside though, I don't expect Starlight to take a prominent role in the show any time soon. I expect we'll get appearances like we have with discord and maybe she'll get a support role like Spike, but full-on main character is stretching it.
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Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 Nov 29, 14:09:13
You know what's neat? Every time Dash was wearing a helmet, I recognized her from her eyes before I saw her tail.
I know right? I've noticed it a few times in the show. She's just got those kind of eyes I guess.
Quote from: Chromastone64 on 2015 Nov 30, 03:10:32
Am I also the only one who noticed a few of the villains looked a little off at points? When Sombra appears, half the time it looks like he's just staring at the camera, and Chrysalis and Nightmare Moon's heads were kinda oddly shaped.
Also, I do feel the ending was a little hasty to reform Starlight and make her a friend. You don't just become besties with someone who almost wreaked the freaking timeline. I can definitely say that if I was there, I wouldn't be able to bring myself to be friends with her.
Also I probably would have tried to headbutt her every time she messed up the future.
Chrysalis didn't have her bug voice anymore!
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 Nov 30, 16:34:39
Chrysalis didn't have her bug voice anymore!
Huh. I never noticed that.
Here's a stray idea for fanfics or Season 6:
Imagine Sunset Glimmer and Trixie teaming up (maybe with others) as a sort of back-up team for the Mane Six.