Starlight Serenade

Awww you are so sweet, thank you so much!!!

Welcome to the forums Axiom Crash! I hope you enjoy your stay here!

I have some friends who are on different sides of the political spectrum and that believe in different religions too, but I believe that we can still get along regardless. Some people don't think it's possible. I think it's just that there are people who don't have much respect or are mature enough that different ideas can coexist. As for that example you gave, I have definitely met some of those types of people already. I do find it cool that there are a lot of passionate fans and have come to accept that every fandom seems to have those types of people. Some are respectful, but others need to learn to respect your space if you don't like that stuff as you mentioned discussing things out with them. I don't think I have ever blocked anyone here yet.

This I feel on a universal level my friend. I feel like they are larger than life and they are just so endearing to me. As for this- I feel this as well. Especially since recently someone I met here shared their opinions on politics here in America and wanted my opinion, so I gave it respectfully. Then instead of respecting my opinion, said person went on an abusive rant and blocked me before I could say anything. That was not the first time that has happened to me on this site. I have met some people that I thought were great here, end up ghosting me for having a different opinion too. It's very disappointing to see. I don't know how people can say that they are "open minded" or expect any progress if the first thing they do is blatantly disrespect you for having a different opinion.

No. I think I am mature enough to know that I do not want any children. In my opinion it's very irresponsible to do so considering how the current state of matters is in the world and that you need to have a great income and partner to support said children. It's a long and difficult commitment and some people think it's a game when it's not. I have dated different people and all I can say is that you need the right partner to help you in parenthood. Not everyone can be a parent much less a good one.

"Hmmm, well I waifu roll to turn him into a body pillow, and cushion my fall".

I'm laughing too hard at this little pun For those interested: What does a computer call it's father?

Ecstatic! I finally got my grades for my previous accounting class! I aced the final and got an A! I hope I can ride that momentum into this last accounting class.

This was a nice little Easter episode! I don't know what I was expecting since I seemingly forgot about Easter and Twitch when I watched this episode. I laughed when it all turned out to be chocolate. As always I enjoyed seeing Posey smile at the start and Sunny's eggcellent puns! I like that Misty was using her book from the previous episode. The best is yet to come soon, but I am enjoying these little tidbits here and there.

Awww thank you Princess Celestia! AI is great for people who people like me who can't draw/design and keeps going through concepts. It really is fantastic. I had the idea of the meteor shower, but there were too many ideas that expanded from that. I have one concept where Starlight Serenade is part of the Skyross idea that G5 is presenting. Like what if there were Alicorns for different sections similar to Greek Gods.

Below are some details that I brainstormed over time as I went through a lot of different OC ideas and finally came up with an idea that I loved. Thanks to AI, I was able to brainstorm different designs to bring her to life. I was inspired by my love of music and Starlight Glimmer for their design. Name: Starlight Serenade Species: Alicorn Personality Traits: Passionate Musician: Starlight Serenade’s heart beats in rhythm with the melodies of the universe. They find solace and inspiration in every note, whether it’s the cosmic hum of distant stars or the gentle whisper of a breeze. Curious Wanderer: Their alicorn powers grant them the ability to traverse the cosmos effortlessly. She roams the celestial expanse, seeking hidden harmonies and undiscovered symphonies. Eternal Optimist: Starlight believes that life is a grand symphony, and every experience contributes to the cosmic score. She radiates positivity, even in the darkest corners of the galaxy. Appearance: Her white coat is very fluffy and soft to touch and she has lovely blue eyes that reflect the sky. Her mane and tail flow like cosmic ribbons, adorned with constellations that twinkle as she moves. It's as if rainbows dance in her mane. When she transforms/ascends, her wings bear intricate patterns reminiscent of celestial charts, mapping out her journeys among the stars. Her mane slight changes color and hooves change as well, representing the cosmos and music. Cutie Mark: Now this is where it gets fascinating. Her cutie mark is cross between the cosmos and parts of musical notation, but it can change depending on her abilities! I think of it as an alternate form/ascension. Think of a crescendo or perhaps a coda in music. During these special moments, musical notation surrounded by swirling galaxies forms as if the cutie mark itself is moving in rhythm! Her cutie mark first appeared during a night of stargazing when she composed her first cosmic melody. Backstory: Born during a meteor shower, Starlight Serenade was destined for cosmic adventures. Her parents, both astronomers, nurtured her love for music and the mysteries of the universe. As she grew, her alicorn abilities awakened. She discovered that her horn could channel cosmic energies, allowing her to leap across galaxies. Starlight’s first interstellar journey took her to the Harmony Nebula, where she composed a symphony that resonated through the cosmos. The stars themselves danced to her music. She now splits her time between Equestria and the cosmic expanse, sharing her celestial melodies with ponies and celestial beings alike. Special Abilities: Cosmic Resonance: Starlight can manipulate cosmic energies to create harmonious rifts, bridging distant worlds. Stellar Flight: Her wings propel her effortlessly through space, leaving trails of stardust in her wake. Astral Lyre: She carries an ethereal lyre that responds to her emotions, playing melodies that soothe or ignite the cosmos. Magical Powers: Cosmic Harmony Manipulation: Starlight can weave harmonious energy threads through the fabric of space. With a wave of her horn, she can: Align Celestial Bodies: Influence planetary orbits, ensuring cosmic balance. Harmonize Starlight: Enhance star luminosity or dim it for celestial concerts. Create Cosmic Chords: Her magic resonates with distant quasars, creating ethereal melodies. Astral Projection: When meditating under the night sky, Starlight can project her consciousness across the cosmos. She explores distant galaxies, conversing with ancient beings and learning cosmic secrets. Stellar Teleportation: By attuning to constellations, she can teleport instantaneously to their corresponding locations. Imagine her appearing in the heart of the Orion Nebula during a meteor shower! Nova Crescendo: In times of need, Starlight can channel her emotions into a radiant burst of energy. The Nova Crescendo illuminates dark corners of the universe, dispelling cosmic threats. Celestial Lyre Mastery: Her astral lyre now responds not only to touch but also to intention. Each note shapes reality—a healing melody mends rifts, while a dissonant chord disrupts entropy. Galactic Empathy: Starlight senses cosmic disturbances and empathizes with celestial beings. She soothes distressed quasars and consoles lonely black holes. Eternal Echoes: Her music leaves lingering echoes in the void. These echoes inspire stardust to coalesce into new constellations. Starlight's Purpose: Starlight Serenade seeks to unite all beings through music. Her dream is to compose the ultimate cosmic symphony—one that echoes across dimensions, bringing harmony to every corner of existence. Starlight Serenade’s magical abilities serve a higher purpose: to harmonize the universe, bridge realms, and remind all beings that they are part of a cosmic symphony. May Starlight Serenade’s celestial notes continue to weave magic throughout the cosmos, inspiring wonder and joy wherever she roams.

Hi and Welcome ConBon! I hope you enjoy your stay and the cute ponies!

Oh I remember this episode! Yes, it was a very awesome show! I recall watching it with my siblings every week when we were kids. Everyone was so great in that show, I loved watching Hal. I will never forget Hal teaching Malcolm how to skate or when he sang as part of the Gentlemen Callers. The music choices were excellent! OH MY CELESTIA - I TOTALLY FORGOT TO MENTION FRANCIS SINGING CANDYMAN!

I loved how this fandom is still actively creating a lot of fun content. My favorite part is "ROUND THE MOUNTAIN" XD

Oof. That's bad. I heard the recent episode released earlier than usual and thought it was that or something. I still have to check that one out. It's an adult animated superhero series. It's not for the faint of heart though as I know some who did not like the violence behind it.

This. I completely forgot about Invincible second season continuation until I saw an ad on mobile earlier today. Idk about the Hasbro stuff, what's that about? Jojo Part 6's momentum was totally killed by Netflix's decision. I rather wait weekly for Jojo episodes and I hope that Part 7 is not done the same way as Part 6 because I really enjoyed Part 7. These companies think that they will make more money by splitting up the episodes in groups every 3-6 months so that more people will have to subscribe to their platforms for a limited time, but it just works against them long term. Short term gains are not worth it. I would rather have weekly episodes or just binge the entire season at once.

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Wow haven't seen the word Logorrhea in a while! The forums will be stunned by your magniloquence darling! Anyway- Welcome GruFru! Everypony is pretty cool here, I hope you enjoy your stay here on the forums!

Okay this is pretty damn cool

I understand your position. I got my bachelors in Public Admin, but working in government is not as great and secure as some would think. My last office job was a private company where they actually paid for me to do my masters in business even though I was interested in doing cybersecurity. I tried cybersecurity while I had my office job, got two certifications, but did not like doing that job either as it's very competitive especially with all the layoffs in the tech industry recently. I recently went back to school for my masters in business and over half way atm. A majority of it was paid off already. It's pretty interesting, I do not know where I will be going but there is a lot of useful information and I am getting ideas of what I like. Anyway I wish you good luck!

TODAY IS PIE DAY AND NO ONE TOLD ME

I recall seeing their release a few weeks ago. There are more in depth details from their financial statements and news releases section on the Hasbro site (dated 02/13/2024): https://investor.hasbro.com/news-releases/news-release-details/hasbro-reports-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2023-financial Here is an excerpt from their "Full Year 2023 Segment Details". Full Year 2023 Segment Details Consumer Products Segment Revenue decrease of 19% driven by business exits, category trends and inventory management. Full year growth in TRANSFORMERS and G.I. JOE; FURBY performed well in launch year. Operating margin of -2.2% and adjusted operating margin of -0.7% were driven by lower revenues and actions focused on inventory reduction to reset the business. Wizards of the Coast and Digital Gaming Segment Revenue increase of 10% driven by increase in Licensed Digital Gaming revenue behind Baldur's Gate III from Larian Studios and Monopoly Go! from Scopely. Tabletop revenue increased 1% behind growth in MAGIC: THE GATHERING with a strong performance from the Universes Beyond Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth sets. Operating profit declined 2% and operating profit margin of 36.1% due to higher royalty costs associated with Universes Beyond. Entertainment Segment Revenue decline of 31% driven by lower Film and TV revenue due to the writers' and actors' strikes; Family Brands revenue grew 6%. Operating loss of $1,912 million compared to operating profit of $23 million in 2022. 2023 loss includes $1,846 million (non-cash) of goodwill and intangible asset impairment associated with the eOne Film and TV business and within Family Brands to align with a change in entertainment strategy. Adjusted operating loss of $46 million compared to adjusted operating profit of $83 million in 2022 due to the impact of industry strikes on content deliveries Here is also their 2024 Company Outlook: 2024 Company Outlook1 For the full year, the Company expects: Consumer Products Segment revenue down 7% to 12% with 4 points of the decline coming from businesses shifting to an out-license model; Operating margin 4% to 6%. Wizards of the Coast Segment revenue down 3% to 5% decline largely driven by second half comp in licensed digital gaming; Operating margin 38% to 40%. Pro-Forma Entertainment segment revenue down $15 million; Adjusted operating margin of approximately 60%. Total Hasbro, Inc Adjusted EBITDA of $925M to $1B. Increased mid-term gross savings target to $750M by year end 2025 from previous target of $350M to $400M. 2024 Capital Allocation priorities: Invest in core business. Return cash to shareholders through the dividend. Continue to pay down debt and progress towards leverage target. 1The Company is not able to reconcile its forward-looking non-GAAP adjusted operating profit margin and adjusted EBITDA measures because the Company cannot predict with certainty the timing and amounts of discrete items such as charges associated with its cost-savings program, which could impact GAAP results. My quick take: So declines in Consumer Products Segment and Entertainment Segments were too big to offset for the inventory write offs and revenue increases from their digital gaming segment. From the outlook they expect it to keep to decrease. On top of this, they are trying to reduce debt owed AND pay cash dividends to shareholders which will be declared soon. They are definitely going to have more cuts coming and throw out some cash grabs probably in MTG. That huge operating loss from their eOne Film and TV business in their entertainment segment and writer's strike really did a mark on them too. It is definitely a disaster for Hasbro. Mmmm they did announce new MTG MLP cards back in 2023 and those sold out fast. So I can see something like that.