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  1. Episode 19 done! :yay: 

    Spoiler

    This was a LOT better than what I expected!

    Rarity’s characterization here can be compared to that of Sonic Rainboom. However, instead of her vanity, it’s her envy for Gabby. She enjoyed spending her time with Spike and felt jealous of Gabby, fearing that she could lose that time. Like in SR, Rarity’s bad side here was thoroughly explored while not making her unlikeable or out of character, starting with the small and working hard as she could so he spends that time with her. If it succeeded, then the status quo stays the same.

    But Spike’s broadening horizons by becoming a close friend with Gabby meant he was growing, and his friendships around him were maturing. He spent a lot of time with her and helped her grow into a better pony. But with Gabby now in his life, he can further connect with other species. Griffonstone’s reputation isn’t the best; to bring Gabby there helps him understand the decreasing prejudice against dragons and connect with someone on a deeper, more mature level.

    Also, in the past, there was implication that Rarity occasionally took advantage of him. For most of the series, the friendship between him and a Rarity was in his point of view. For the first time, we see it in hers. By focusing the friendship on her here, we can connect to her beyond the surface and focus on how important his presence and friendship meant to HER. Going back on how she felt she took it for granted calls back those criticisms, and Haber very wisely and cleverly responds constructively to them, making her do things she wouldn’t do if it were someone else, but due to their strong bond, we can see where she’s coming from and empathize with her when she does bad. To be called out by a Twilight was a major wake-up call, solidifying her own doubts of whether they will truly make up or not (suggested by her to start the third act). Friendships change, but it doesn’t mean the good time will end.

    This is Rarity’s best episode of the show. If it’s her last, a phenomenal conclusion. :D

    P.S.: Here is my current order of S9 episodes from best to worst, with grades and placement. Early-aired episode’s minus 21 included!

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    1. The Last Crusade: A+ (#6)
    2. Sparkle’s Seven: A+ (#7)
    3. Dragon Dropped: A (#18)
    4. The Summer Sun Setback: A (#21)
    5. Between Dark and Dawn: A (#26)
    6. Common Ground: A (#30)
    7. Frenemies: A (#31)
    8. She’s All Yak: A- (#45)
    9. She Talks to Angel: A- (#50)
    10. The Last Laugh: A- (#56)
    11. The Point of No Return: A- (#59)
    12. The Beginning of the End: B+ (#62)
    13. Student Counsel: B+ (#68)
    14. Uprooted: B+ (#74)
    15. A Trivial Pursuit: B (#81)
    16. Sweet and Smoky: B (#90)
    17. Going to Seed: B- (#107)
    18. 2, 4, 6, Greaaat: D (#163)

     

     

    1. TheAnimationFanatic

      TheAnimationFanatic

      I wish more people would see this.

    2. Dark Qiviut
    3. Lambdadelta

      Lambdadelta

      @TheAnimationFanatic After the awful episode 15, I will.

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