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The princess gave a huff of annoyance. She really wished everypony would stop fussing over her and take care of themselves and their comrades. As a ruler, everypony was above herself when it came to needs. Sure, she was fatigued, magic-less, cut, bruised, and bleeding, but when Ice Storm had a gash in her leg and Colt was at least as badly injured as herself, well.... it didn't really matter who was hurt, so long as it was somepony in addition to herself, they always took precedence. ”Shhh, shhh.” Luna cooed, rubbing her neck along Ice's back. Ice had never before called her "mother", and it felt strange to have such a word placed upon herself. Perhaps Ice had lost more blood than Luna originally thought, and was a little delirious. Luna knew they were close, but they were just friends, and Ice Storm already had a mother... But, there were far more important matters at hoof to worry about that. ”Everything will be alright.” Luna wasn't even sure exactly how, but it was her job to keep everypony calm and make them feel safe, even when she felt neither of those things inside herself. Luna had finished tending to Ice Storm, and had been nuzzling her comfortingly, when she heard Alex mention that a few of them were going to scout ahead. She was about to protest, when Colt did it for her. She nodded in agreement, getting to her feet and starting to head away from the group. ”Colt is right. Why scout ahead when I've got a map right here?” She tapped the side of her head with a hoof, and then winced. She probably hit it on her way down the stairs, and hadn't noticed the tenderness in her rush to care for Ice Storm. ”I'll go on ahead, and make sure everything is safe. Stay hear and get everyone read to go. There are still those that need healing before they're fit to travel. That means you too, Colt.” She shot him a menacing glare, as if to say, 'I mean it!' ”I'll be back shortly. Please, rest, and get yourselves hydrated. Check the supplies; if there's anything to eat, now is the time. I doubt there is anything of much use down here, but I'll be on the look out.” Having sat down and rested for a few moments, she was able to set her horn aglow, lighting her way as she begun moving down the dark corridor. Her whole body was aching, but she forced her steps to be level and steady, and her head to be held high. She couldn't let on just how bad her current state really was. She had to be strong, for the lot of them. Her confidence and perseverance strengthened their own, and so too, her weakness could make the quest seem hopeless.

Hi there! Welcome to the forums! I also quite enjoy volunteering at conventions, and I'd do it a whole lot more if travel wasn't expensive or if I was rich. Neither of these things are true, but even so there are quite a few local cons in Washington that aren't difficult to get to.

Cliche is totally fine. Pretty much what I'm looking for. Yeah, I know they're kind of cheesy and lame, but they kind of have to be for the quantity that I need. Just little feel good messages to make everypony feel a little special.

Mmm, I might be giving these out to kids too, so as a note, all letters DO need to be child friendly! In addition, I'd like the letters to be coming from Derpy herself, so if it's a quote, it should be something pretty generic.

I am displeased that your post does not seem to come in the form of a question. Well, I don't have a personal palace, but since my return I have of course been living in Canterlot castle. A visit would be quite lovely.

Hey there! So, I've been thinking of doing a cosplay of Derpy Hooves, probably at a convention or maybe even for Halloween. I would like to be able to write and pass out letters to a TON of people, but, the catch is that I want them all to have a unique message. That's where you come in! I need letters! Compliments, nice things, quotes, whatever! I just need each statement to be unique, and also applicable to either gender. Since I won't be reading them before I pass them to someone, they have to be able to fit anyone. Here is what I have come up with on my own so far. So, questions, comments, and especially, SUGGESTIONS, are welcome! I'd like to hit at least 500 letters, but it would be awesome to get more than that! 1. You look nice today 2. You have a beautiful smile 3. You are unique 4. You are loved 5. There is nopony else like you 6. Smiles are contageous 7. Somepony is thinking of you 8. Become friends with a stranger today 9. Don't change who you are 10. Don't be afraid to be yourself 11. Never give up 12. The hard times will pass 13. Stay positive 14. You are a nice person 15. I really like your mane 16. You are a wonderful dancer 17. You're cooler than a snowcone 18. You are stunning 19. You are fabulous 20. You are marvelous 21. You are amazing 22. You are awesome 23. Somepony looks up to you 24. You are a leader 25. Stay strong 26. Keep pressing on 27. Never back down 28. Always look on the bright side of life 29. Every dark cloud has a silver lining 30. Everyone makes mistakes 31. You're sweeter than a bowl full of candy 32. It'll be okay 33. Everything will turn out fine 34. You make me smile 35. You're more fun than a barrel of monkeys 36. You are perfect just the way you are 37. The world is a better place because you're in it 38. You're a super star! 39. Always do your best 40. You have good taste 41. I like your style 42. You have a great personality 43. You have a big heart 44. You are kind 45. You are patient 46. Live well, laugh often, love much 47. You are brave 48. You are cheerful 49. You bring joy to those around you 50. You are fabulous 51. Be yourself 52. You mean the world to someone 53. You are smart 54. You are creative As you can see, I have a long way to go! So please, help me out!

Oh my gosh, Gummy fursuit sounds absolutely amazing! Post some progress pics if you can when you start!

The princess turned her head as Colt finally spoke. It was evident that bowing at this moment was not an easy task, and it was frustrating that he would put his own well being at risk for her sake. ”Colt Strahl—“ she shakily got to her hooves, —come down here and rest.” She spoke, as a mother speaks firmly to a stubborn child. He was a Dragon, and a protector much like herself. But he was still mortal, prone to mortal aches and pains and even death. ”We don't have much time here. We have to keep moving. As soon as we're all fit to travel.” It took her a moment to react, but when Daylight wrapped his hooves around Ice Storm, she whirled back toward the mare as soon as she realized the consequences. ”STOP! You'll hurt her!” She snapped her neck around, smacking him with her head in an attempt to knock him off. It wasn't how she'd normally act toward a friend, but it shouldn't have been a secret how much more she cared for Ice Storm above the rest. Luna stepped back, glaring down at Daylight. Her muzzle was still wet with some of Ice Storm's blood, her body and legs still streaked crimson from before. She may have been able to heal her wounds, but getting herself clean afterward was a different matter. All in all, she probably looked a bit more fearsome than usual, and the flickering torchlight surely added some ominous shadows as well. But after a few moments, she relaxed—mostly due to not having the strength to be angry. She lowered her head, nuzzling Ice Storm, but her eyes were on Daylight. ”I'm sorry Daylight.” She swallowed, the metallic taste of blood still fresh in her mouth, ”I'm worried for all of us, even Iron Wing, but these past couple of days, looking after Canterlot, and Ponyville, and you six... it's been a bit of a strain.” She looked saddened at her lapse in judgment, but her fierce need to protect those she loved was ever present. Electrobolt offered a welcome distraction. ”No I—“ she took a deep breath, planting her hooves solidly on the ground and putting on as brave a face as she could muster, ”—I'm fine. Please tend to anypony else that needs it.” She shifted her wing slightly to try to help cover the scrape on her side. She regretted not being able to properly heal it herself, but even more than that, it meant that she also couldn't properly heal Ice Storm, or anypony else. But she wouldn't let herself be useless! The princess couldn't help but blush at everything Ice Storm was saying about her. Of course, she'd felt the same way for a very long time, but neither of them had ever actually said it. Still, there were more important things at hoof than being sentimental. ”Don't talk like that, Ice Storm!” Luna knelt down in front of the mare, her features mirroring the fear in her voice that that might not be true. ”We're all going to make it! Celestia entrusted this task to you, she knew you could do it too. Even without my aid, you would have made it through. But now that I'm here, I'll be with you every step of the way, no matter what happens. Alright? I might be battered, but I am nowhere near dead.” Luna let out a heavy sigh, smiling at Ice Storm despite her eyes beginning to get moist with tears. She quickly rubbed a hoof across her eyes and sniffled. She was exhausted, but at least they were all alive. It was something to be grateful for. ”I'll have a drink once we reach our resting place for the night. We're not safe here. But let me tend to that shoulder...” She scowled at the bloody and dirty mess, before diving in again with—what else—her tongue. ”It's... primitive...” she said between strokes, ”...but it... will help... immensely.” She tried not to think too much about everypony that must be watching her in disgust, but a mare had to do what a mare had to do. This was the quickest way to heal Ice Storm and clean the wound at the same time, even if it wasn't the most sanitary for the princess.

Hi there! Welcome to the forums! 2014 is going to be just as awesome as the past years, probably more so!

Yay! I've been helping work on the backend of this for months, so its great to see it finally come to fruition! Check it out, everypony!

In her concern for Ice Storm, Luna had nearly forgotten the presence of Alex. It was only when he spoke that she became aware there was somepony else with them. Perhaps she had hit her head a little too hard on her way down. She lit up, though, when Alex pulled out a canteen of water and offered it to Ice Storm. It was dusty and dirty down here, not to mention how caked in blood she was from earlier. Oh, what she wouldn't have given for a bath right now... her warm bed... a good meal... Luna winced at her own selfishness. Equestria needed all of them, and here she was thinking of herself. She felt the wetness of the top of the canteen press against her mouth, but she turned away. ”No. Everypony else needs it more. We're going to be here for the rest of the night. We have to conserve what supplies we have.” She cleared her throat, the taste making her nauseous, but she tried to keep her mind on the task at hoof. ”What else is in pain, Ice?” A little bit of light would have certainly helped reveal where else the mare needed attention, but for now, Luna would have to rely on her other senses besides sight, and Ice's own directions. But as she waited for Ice to answer, the group was suddenly basked in light. She looked up, to see the still battered Colt walking down the stairs, the now lighted torch in his claw. Luna turned her face away from the light. She shouldn't have dropped Colt and left him on the surface. It wasn't just Ice Storm that needed her, and the group could fail if she didn't care for everypony individually. But without her magic, she could only tend to minor injuries for the time being. Maybe it would have been better for her to insist going after Iron Wing. After all, if anything happened to the Pegasus, Equestria might be lost. Not to mention, it seemed as though some in the group might not be able to carry on at all, if they did not have the hope that she was still alive. If only she had gotten to the group sooner, been able to face the monster herself while the others got away. Then they wouldn't all be in this mess, battered and broken, down one pony, and more or less void of useful supplies. ”How are you feeling, Colt?” He obviously didn't look like he was in very good shape, however, he was up and walking around, so perhaps he looked worse than he really was. Or, much like she was, he might have been ignoring his injuries and making them worse by continuing to move around. ”Are Daylist and Electrobolt alright?” She didn't feel as if she could even stand right now, but if it was emergency, she still had a bit of strength left to give. Hopefully, though, she would see the two ponies following closely behind Colt any minute.

Hi there! Welcome to the Everfree Northwest forums. Everfree is a pretty awesome convention, so I'd recommend heading down next year for sure!

Luna could hear Ice Storm moving as she shifted into a sitting up position. She tried to make her eyes adjust to the darkness, to better see exactly where her friend was. Looking up, she could still see the others at the top silhouetted against the fading light. As far as she knew, Colt and Daylight were still unconscious, and Alex and Electrobolt weren't. The two of them wouldn't be able to transport a pony and a Dragon down the stairs. She chewed her lip worriedly, concerned for the others above, but there was no way she was going to leave Ice Storm alone. She clenched her teeth, getting shakily to her feet and ignoring the throbbing from her side. With a determined grunt, her horn glowed faintly, like a lightbulb flickering before it goes out for good. And that's exactly what Luna's horn did. It sparked at the tip, the desire to perform magic still evident, before it fizzled out. Determined grunts and pants still escaped the moon princess' mouth, each of her hooves stomping on the ground in turn, flaunting her frustration. Princess Luna finally let out a loud and huffy sigh, leaning against the wall and panting. A few tears escaped her, and she was glad that the darkness did not allow this fact to be revealed. She was tired, she was hungry, she was battered, and bruised, and now she was bleeding again. Not only that, but her magic was failing her. There was nothing she could do to help her injured friend. She would have taken Ice Storm's wounds upon herself, if only she could ease her pain. ”I—I'm sorry Ice. It's no use. I don't have the strength to cast right now.” Luna hung her head ashamedly. She was a princess. Everypony relied on her. She was supposed to protect everypony. Yet here she was, unable to use magic for the time being, and barely the strength to keep herself standing up. Covered in dried and new blood and scars and dirt... She didn't realize that the wetness of her tears would create streaks on her messy face. She felt so helpless! She was supposed to be the one that led the way, that remained strong when everypony else faltered, that always showed through her spirit and determination that there was hope. She stood there, knowing that there were ponies about that needed help, and Ice Storm here that needed her too. It was an overwhelming burden, trying to figure out her next course of action, who she should help, how she should help. Magic was a staple of Luna's abilities, and without it she felt almost powerless. Then, Luna had an idea. She might not be able to cast a complicated spell, but she was still alive, and still conscious, so there was still magic in her. ”Ice, please hold still.” Luna knelt in front of the mare, brushing her nose against Ice Storm's to properly find her destination: her lips. Without any explanation, Luna pressed her mouth against Ice Storm's. Luna tried to focus on relaxing. Magic seemed to work better when one wasn't concentrating. And indeed, Luna's tongue began to glow and sparkle, as it roved for the injured spot. Finding the correct cheek, her tongue moved back and fourth across it, healing as it went. The taste of blood wasn't at all pleasant, but Luna tried to keep her mind on completing the task quickly. Channeling her magic through her tongue, and using such simple magic, was much easier, and did not take a large toll on her body. It was hardly a minute before she was finished. ”There. How does that feel?” Her tongue smacked her lips and the top of her mouth several times, in an attempt to remove the taste of Ice Storm's blood. Pity none of them had any water with them, Luna would have appreciated being able to wipe herself down, and also a drink. Well, their predicament wasn't going to change any time soon, so she'd better get used to it.

So I guess I missed a pool party. D: Well, welcome to the Everfree Northwest forums! I don't recall seeing you, but being staff I tend to run around like a crazy person most of the con and only get to glimpse the goings on. Do you have any pics of your cosplay? Princess Big Mac sounds awesome! (And yes, I've seen the comic it's from.)

In order to have a Vendor table, all you have to do is purchase one! I have no idea when tables will go on sale, but as soon as you pay for the space, you can use it at the con. As for an artist panel, well... panels are just on a volunteer basis. At the right time, Events will start accepting panel submissions. All you have to do is submit and wait! You can also volunteer at the con, as a staffer! We were talking staff even at registration at con this year. http://everfreenw.com/apply/ is the correct link, once we start hiring again. As for the other stuff, watch the News page on the Everfree site for udpates!

Hi there! I can't say that I saw you, but then again, a couple thousand people or whatever, and me running around like a crazy person, lots of people I didn't see. Anyway, are you planning to attend next year now that Everfree Northwest 2013 is over?

Nothing I know of for the vendor area. As for the VAs, the only time pictures should really be taken with them is in the autograph room, if they permit it. We leave photo ops up the talent to decide if they want to do photos with autographs or not, but I'm pretty sure EVERYONE was cool with pics last year. Try not to take pictures of them while you're waiting in line. Most do not appreciate it. Talking pictures of costumes and such while in the autograph room is fine as far as I know, if a staff member in there tells you otherwise, please listen to them. Requests given at the con supersede anything said on these forums, as problems can arise or blunders discovered on a moments notice. Sometimes, the talent walks the con floor, because they want to check out the vendor hall or get some fresh air or just look at all the cool costumes. Please, this IS NOT the time for photo ops. I know I have seen them stop and take pictures with some fans, but outside of their autograph times, I expect they want to be left alone. However, if the talent asks to take a picture with you, go for it! In summary: Pictures okay in the autograph room, but ask the talent first, please.

Great! And sure thing, I'll be around. I actually meant more general convention questions, not just ones specific to Everfree (what should I bring, when should I arrive, what's near the hotel), but hey, that's awesome if you've already got it under control! I've just seen a lot of apprehensive folks around here, so I'm doing my best to aid!

Princess Luna took the few moments allotted while the others tried to figure out how to shed some light on the inside to try to regain her breath. She lifted each of her four hooves in turn, trying to relieve the pressure of them from carrying a large Dragon, and also to get a feel for how sore she was after her injuries. She winced, the weight on her back feeling doubled due to her exhaustion. They were in a bit of a predicament—all of the magic users, including herself, were either too injured to cast a spell, or incapacitated altogether. Powerful as she was, Luna didn't feel that she had the strength to spark even a simple flame spell, much less light the way entirely by herself. But as she listened, it seemed the group was able to find the necessary tools to have and light a torch, which would suffice for the moment. It wouldn't be all that much light, but there were likely other torches lining the walls along the way that could aid them. Luna had to hope so, at least. It was seconds too late when Luna realized what Ice Storm was doing. She reached out with her neck, trying to grab some part of her friend with her teeth—leg, tail, anything. But she was too late, only feeling the rush of air as the blue mare disappeared into the darkness. ”ICE STORM!” She yelled after her, her face horror stricken. She was tired, and her reaction time was slow, so it took time for the princess to go after the Unicorn. Luna leaped for the stairs, a burst of strength making her forget her charge. Her wings were spread, as she had intended to glide down the steps, which would be quicker. But the sudden movement caused Colt to slide from her back, and it threw Luna off balance. She glided for barely a moment, before she hit and slid down a wall, cascading down the steps just as Ice Storm had done. At the bottom, she had too much momentum to stop herself, and scraped along the ground for a few feet, giving herself a nasty friction burn on her side. It stung like hell, but she tried to brush past the pain and make her way back to Ice Storm. Everything was dark, all she could do was lower her head and feel around with her nose, trying to pinpoint her friend through the sound of her breathing. It wasn't long before she felt something warm and soft. She gently ran her nose along what she thought was Ice's back, until she found her mane. Over her head and through the ears, until her muzzle rested on the Unicorn's forehead. She could hear breathing, at least, of that she was certain. At least it meant that Ice Storm likely hadn't broken anything life threatening. ”Ice Storm?! Ice Storm, speak to me!” Luna's voice was strained and frantic, as she collapsed next to her friend. Her side burned, but she tried to ignore it until she made sure that Ice was alright—well, as alright as she could be after everything that happened in the battle. She nuzzled her, trying to bring a little comfort to the mare.

Hi there! Welcome to the Everfree Northwest forums! I assume you'll be attending the convention this year?

Hello there, welcome to the Everfree Northwest forums! That's so cool that this will be your first con! Do you have any questions for a seasoned con goer?

Hello there! Welcome to the forums! Everfree Northwest is a convention no one should want to miss!

Hello there, welcome to the forums! Glad to see another person coming to the con. I know we are still looking for staff, so chances are you might land a position pretty easily. Thanks for applying, hope to see you at con!