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That is a cooler interpretation of Trixi's ability; though it would go beyond just illusion; she was able to manipulate things like rainbows. When she fought the Ursa Minor, it seemed that her magic lacked a lot of umph; but had lots of flexibility.

Welcome to our burden of love ;}

Mmm, also very well put. I had guessed that Trixi's talent was actually parlor tricks, as opposed to genuine magic, unlike Twilight who's cutie mark suggests that her strength *is* the 6th element, magic. Someone mentioned earlier that Twilight's cutie mark was a star with five other small shining stars around it, as if it was a representation of the elements of harmony. Since the 6th, and Twilight's element, is magic; it would follow that Twilight's true talent *is* magic, unlike Trixie, where even the name suggests that her talent is tricks. Twilight does appear to be the only one in the series who possesses an extraordinary gift revolving around the elements of harmony. I'm not sure where that places Celestia/Luna, who also have very unique/rare gifts of their own.

Very very similar situation to me. Skeptical at first, fell madly for it.

Awesome! We have some resources that you might find helpful on our character creation board found here, and you can check the accepted species list here, if your planning to make an RP character out of the avatar :3

Welcome to the Equestria forums Peregrine :} We've got a lot here for you to participate in from our brony chatter, our creative corners, and our RP sections. Feel free to tell us more about your interests and/or hobbies as well. As soon as you get to 5+ posts, the other features of the board should open up to you; so feel free to introduce yourself to others, or welcome others as well. As soon as your able to post in our applications section, you can also submit a character sheet to get your pony approved (if you have one in the works) for the RP sections of the site. Its great to see new users arriving, so let me be one of the first to welcome to the site :3 Look forward to seeing you around the forums!

Welcome to the forums :} I understand the feeling of being pulled into a "kids show" and feeling a little bit embarassed, or even awkward about how it could happen; but the overwhelming truth seems to be that most viewers for MLP FiM are somewhere between 20-26. So, truly, you are among bronies and friends :3 Faust has won us all over with her clever concepts and somehow addicting style; and the MLP brought the characters to life with their personalities and well spent talents. In this case, I think the show is well designed to the point its enjoyable for all ages- I would take a gamble that anyone who outright dislikes the show, likely hasnt taken the time to give it a chance. Make yourself comfy here! As soon as you get to 5+ posts, the other features of the board should open up to you; so feel free to introduce yourself to others, or welcome others as well. As soon as your able to post in our applications section, you can also submit a character sheet to get your pony approved (if you have one in the works) for the RP sections of the site. We'll definitely have you, and I hope you find your stay here as positive and enriching as I have. Glad to have you on-board!

Welcome to the forums Millie Panillie! I remember a lot of the shows you mentioned in the early 90's; a lot of that inspired me to be an artist as I entered high school; glad to know someone else appreciated them too :3 I look forward to seeing your art, we have a lot of users here who are submitting their own works of art, it'll be nice to see you among them. As soon as you get to 5+ posts, the other features of the board should open up to you; so feel free to introduce yourself to others, or welcome others as well. As soon as your able to post in our applications section, you can also submit a character sheet to get your pony approved (if you have one in the works) for the RP sections of the site. Its great to have you here, so welcome to the herd :3 Look forward to seeing you around the forums!

I'm going to have to check that out; sounds interesting. Oh, and welcome to the boards :} Its alright, I was completely abducted from my life and found myself here!

They were good times ;} I've still got mine in a closet somewhere

Absolutely! Its good to see new people with excitement coming to the forums. Glad to have you on board :3

Hey there, welcome to the forums! Wow, you've got quite a start here, great! I love the idea of newspaper delivery pony, looking forward to seeing that in action :3 Before anypony can RP in our RP sections however, they have to get their character approved in our Equestian Characters section on the board index. Since you've got so much already planned out here, you should take a look at the application form in the applications section, there are a lot of easy helpful instructions, but if you have any questions don't be afraid to ask. Once again, welcome to the boards, there is a lot here to get involved with, so don't be afraid to jump right in.

Hello there, and welcome to the forums :} If your looking to meet others excited about the show, you certainly came to the right place We do have quite a few RP sections with RPs going on in them right now, but before jumping into the fray, be sure to post up your character application in the applications board and get it approved to go! I'll be looking forward to seeing you around the board :3 Applejack is also my favorite ;3

Hello and welcome to the forums :} We all have a variety of experience here; don't be afraid to jump in and get active- that's the best way to enjoy yourself, and get better. Looking forward to seeing you in the RPs!

That seems to be a very commonsense answer; it seems to fit the series best too as it doesnt assume anything out of the ordinary, or hidden motives. I think i'm personally hung up with the idea of Twilight being groomed as a successor, all because of that art of 'princess' Twilight.

Oh just you wait and see ;}

Well, Twilight's friends could be students as well, but that doesn't mean they were taught by Celestia. Having multiple students would be tough for her, since she also has to rule over Equestria and handle any major problems that come up. She's not a exactly a teacher, she's a ruler. Is it any coincidence that Twilight is the time before the sun rises and after the sun sets, but when it's still light out? I think the name implication and the student status is why people see Twilight as the next potential ruler of Equestria; because she seems the bill. Celestia says "Twilight, my most faithful student," that's why I wonder the context in which she's speaking. Is that just another way of her to say subject? or... what exactly? She lived in Canterlot with Celestia, she was studying magic, just we dont know to what end :3

I like it when people are thorough :3 Though, I think you did twice as well as I would have done introducing myself xD

Mootsauron has been hard at work searching for the one board to rule them, and has since been in the darkness binding them together.

Cross your fingers and hope for a few more seasons :3

I know that there is no pre-history due to ease of management, and the series has to start somewhere, so a lack of history doesn't mean its not known to the ponies, but rather its not relevant to the current story at hand; but that logic aside, the 'lost history' always makes such an interesting place for story generation. And really, where are the other alicorns? What was Celestia's/Luna's mother/father like? who raised the sun and moon before them? Or 1000 years ago the beginning of Equestria, and nothing existed prior but untamed lands with neither day or night? Mayhaps. This always brings Twilight's role back into question- just exactly what is she a student for? To succeed Celestia entirely? Or, a student of magic alone? How many students does Celestia have?

oh, good point. I hadn't thought of that.

I remember Spyro, but I only got to see it when at other people's places. I did own a super nintendo, and played a lot of yoshi's island :3 Anything that your willing to share, but dont strain yourself!

Dont give up! What do you want to do with that archeology/anthropology degree your going to earn someday?

Wow, you just mentioned so many things from my childhood that I had forgotten- i'm a bit overwhelmed. I do hope you post pictures of your shelves, that would be a real blast from the past. I was an 84' kid, so I remember watching all the same things :'>