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MLP: FiM SD Archive / Re: Can non-unicorns see magical auras?

2013 Jun 19, 21:09:20

But when you don't expect something to happen, it draws attention. If you are in a desert road and, from nowhere, a car appear, you will notice and stare at it. At Winter Wrap Up, in a farm full of earth ponies, there weren't supposed to be any form of magic. And AJ was already staring at Twilight, wondering what a little unicorn could do in that situation, and amazed by the fact that she was able to move something supposedly heavy. It would be impossible to not notice the glow in that situation if it was as visible for them as it is for us.

Again, static stimuli. Static stimuli can be right in front of you and you not notice until somepony else points it out.

Example:
How many letters are in this sentence?
That was a little unexpected...
Thirty-one. Odds are you wouldn't even think about that unless I pointed it out, but you know that there are thirty-one letters in that sentence by heart. You just don't realize it because it's become a part of daily life, and even if it's unexpected at times. That's all I'm saying; it's not that they are unable to see it; they just likely don't because they're so used to it.

EDIT: Okay, that wasn't the best example, but this should do it.
http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3223/2706672799_963ccc5ac0_o.jpg
See if you can spot the Navy SEALs hiding in this photo.
This time you're prepared for what's coming up and you know what you're looking for: guys in camoflague suits. But the reason you don't notice them isn't because your eyes don't recognize camo (if you've never seen camoflague before, what are you?), but it's because nopony has pointed out where they're hiding and you have limited data on where they are. You're trying to look at the big picture. Your brain's attention works light a two-mode spotlight: It can focus on one object at a time with excruciating detail, or it can focus on multiple things at once, but when it does that, you're more likely to miss things. Applejack was overseeing an entire team, so it's likely she could only glance at Twilight, and if Brain Games' research is any indication, people (and by extension ponies) have a limited attention span.
(For laughs one of them is hiding behind a tree in the center, you can see his arm if you look closely.)

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Music / Re: What are you listening to?

2013 Jun 19, 21:01:13

This song made me cry my eyes out. I'd rather not talk about it, but I know the Sisters' pain... 

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Pony Off-Topic Archive / Re: I'm a princess. Are you a princess too?

2013 Jun 19, 20:30:51

The video is incorrect! Cadence was a Pegasus to begin with, not a Unicorn!

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MLP: FiM SD Archive / Re: Can non-unicorns see magical auras?

2013 Jun 19, 20:27:24

I think they would be able to see it, but I think it's so subtle and happens so often in their day-to-day life they don't really notice it.

The glowing auras only happen when unicorns use their magic, but clouds just appear all the time. The Earth Ponies would sooner or later realise that the unicorns were producing the glowing auras and link it to magic. That is, if they CAN see the magical auras.

I was just saying they can see it; they probably just don't notice it because it happens so often they don't even give it a second glance.

For instance, you wouldn't stare at a car on the freeway because a car on the freeway is so natural and so integrated into our daily life it just becomes something called "static stimuli". Static stimuli is something that your brain is used to processing, so it does it automatically without you even thinking about it or realizing it.

In the same way, a unicorn's aura is static stimuli for earth ponies and pegasi.

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MLP: FiM SD Archive / Re: Could Discord Possibly Be Star Swirl?

2013 Jun 19, 20:19:47

He's a draconequus. But here's the thing.
Draco/Dracon = Dragon
Equus = Horse

There've been a lot of instances in stories/movies/shows where a character says that someone died, but it turns out to be completely figurative.
Here's a made-up example:
Carl: *Points at Drake* It's Erik. I don't believe it!
Jake: But I thought Erik was dead. What're you talking about?
Drake: I'm not Erik anymore. After that horrible experiment, Erik died!
He is still literally Erik, but he assumed a new self, a new name, because he feels that his old self is gone.

I wondered if Discord could be Star Swirl the Bearded at one point, too.

Most of the points put out don't prove that Discord was ever related to Star Swirl, like Blues has said. Speculation I would say.

I think you guys are over-thinking it. At the time Starswirl the Bearded was being taught by Princess Celestia, Discord had already been encased in stone after her and Luna rose up against him.

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News Archive / Re: Legends of Equestria announces Open Server Weekend Spectacular!

2013 Jun 19, 20:12:47

Unskilled casual. Laptop touchpads all the way.

Yes! Someone who gets it!

Oh and by the way, I never got the chance to thank you for introducing me to Bloomberg... Thank you.

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Pony Off-Topic Archive / Re: I'm a princess. Are you a princess too?

2013 Jun 19, 19:18:55

Well it would be prince, but speaking honestly, I wouldn't be a prince. I know I have much to learn...

... on the other hoof, I have a deep understanding of friendship, one that rivals Twilight's.

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Introductions Archive / Re: Hiya!

2013 Jun 19, 17:44:27

  Whoa, I was just kidding.

Didn't mean to offend you.

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News Archive / Re: Legends of Equestria announces Open Server Weekend Spectacular!

2013 Jun 19, 17:34:12

Clock is ticking... Clock is ticking until the open server weekend...
I don't know, just passing time.

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MLP: FiM SD Archive / Re: I Have a Small Theory

2013 Jun 19, 17:32:36

She was seen carrying the book in her saddle bag while she was on her way back to her library tower.

You saved me the trouble of explaining this. I think this proves my friend's point.

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MLP: FiM SD Archive / Re: Can non-unicorns see magical auras?

2013 Jun 19, 17:30:35

I haven't seen anyone talk about this yet, which quite intrigues me.

From what I've seen in the show, they don't seem to be able to. Or, at least Applejack and Pinkie Pie don't seem to be able to.

Remember when Twilight wanted to help Applejack out in Winter Wrap Up (S1 E11), and used her magic. Magical glowy aura was all around the thing, but Applejack didn't even notice.
So, can they?

I think they would be able to see it, but I think it's so subtle and happens so often in their day-to-day life they don't really notice it. It's like clouds in the sky; you're so accustomed to them being there you rarely even notice them.

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MLP: FiM SD Archive / Re: what would happen to the bronys if my little pony was no more?

2013 Jun 19, 17:28:24

every one would go insane

Probably not me. MLP sales have been so good recently, and with the toy line having been around for over 30 years, I don't see it ending.

At least for the foreseeable future. As far as the show ending, it seems like it's growing in popularity, so I don't see a reason for them to cancel it. They are making a season 4 after all. It would probably devastate the brony community, but I myself have every episode on my computer, so I'm not worried. Should the show end though, everypony's invited to my place for a private screening!

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MLP: FiM SD Archive / Re: Have two or more adult stallions ever held a conversation?

2013 Jun 19, 17:24:12

females run everything.

Starswirl the Bearded nearly became an Equestrian prince.

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MLP: FiM SD Archive / Re: Could Discord Possibly Be Star Swirl?

2013 Jun 19, 17:23:08

Well I have been thinking... Is Star Swirl the Bearded, Discord?

Eh... I doubt it. Records show that Starswirl the Bearded died whereas Discord was encased in stone and is immortal. Also Princess Celestia was grooming Starswirl to one day ascend to princehood, whereas Discord would never receive said honors.

But that's just my opinion. 

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Introductions Archive / Re: Hiya!

2013 Jun 19, 17:19:13

Nice to meet you as well, Kendall!

I hope you enjoy your stay here on the forums, and although you already are, I personally invite you to join me in the open server weekend!

- Wishing you well,
      Asterian Starfall

P.S. I type my welcomes out unlike my friend here.

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Music Archive / Re: Post your theme song!

2013 Jun 19, 17:17:16

FOOLS! What right do you have to choose a theme song? My theme song dates back to the 12th century!

I sense a narcissist here...

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News Archive / Re: Legends of Equestria announces Open Server Weekend Spectacular!

2013 Jun 19, 16:14:57

Most people have trouble using a laptop's mousepad to play games, so if you don't have an external mouse, it'll be harder (not impossible, though) to play on a laptop.

That's why I have a wireless optical mouse and Logitech headset. 

[Post Merge]

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Music Archive / Re: Your fav fanmade/Cannon MLP songs.

2013 Jun 19, 10:39:47

I'd have to say "A True, True Friend" is my all-time favorite. For one to truly appreciate it, one needs to understand friendship.
I can still hear the lyrics echoing...
Post Merge

Smile Smile Smile, and basically the Friendship is Witchcraft songs. This one's just my personal favourite of the FiW songs.

That song... It tells a sad and dark story in a cheerful manner; something that's very tough to do.

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Introductions Archive / Re: Hey! Howdy! What's up? Hola!

2013 Jun 19, 10:35:01

A true pleasure to make your acquaintance! I'm Asterian Starfall, writer and visionary!

I hope you enjoy your stay here at the forums and help keep this thriving community a positive one. I personally invite you to the open server stress test on July 5th and hope that you'll stick around!

- Signed,
      Asterian Starfall

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Introductions Archive / Re: Greetings, everypony

2013 Jun 18, 13:44:05

A true pleasure to meet you, Root Strider! I am Asterian Starfall, and might I personally extend a heart-felt welcome!

I also invite you to join me during the upcoming stress test on July 5th!

- Signed,
      Asterian Starfall