How did you become a fan of My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic?
One day (just before the season 1 episode 4 came out) I was on youtube and saw the intro to it. I checked the comments seeing people saying that "You should really check it out". I gave into temptation and I have been a brony since!
What do you enjoy most about the show?
Honestly, everything. I like the complex characterisations of the characters that us bronies of a higher age than the actual age target can understand. And while it does this it also appeals to the original target. I love all the episodes and how things all sort out.
Do you participate in the MLP:FIM fandom? If so, in what way(s)? What do you enjoy most about the fandom?
I enjoy to make fanfics (Doctor Whooves, mainly) and I do some drawings about it. I enjoy all the music made, pretty much everything actually.
Who is your favorite pony, and why? What are this pony’s best characteristics?
Out of the mane 6, Rainbow Dash. I like her courage and dedication. Not to mention the never-ending loyalty she gives.
Out of all, Derpy Hooves. I like her because she is just so awesome in my view (the way she talks (original cut) and acts).
Do other people in your (offline) life know that you like MLP? If so, how have they reacted?
Only my brother and one of my parents. They both acted fine about it.
Do you do anything MLP-related besides watch the show?
Make fanfics and drawings. Sometimes buy some stuff. But they're normally for give-aways.
Has watching MLP:FIM or participating in the fandom changed you or your relationships in any way? If so, how?
It has changed me because it has changed my view on how to act towards people after what they do. Never had a relationship at the time so....
Why do you think MLP:FIM has attracted a Brony fan base?
I think it attracted such a fan base because of all the stuff it shows and how Hasbro dedicates to us bronies and shouts out to us (Like giving hints to us like called Derpy "Derpy").
Is being an MLP:FIM fan a singular thing in your life or are there other things (shows, activities) you’re involved in that are related?
I am involved in other things but with everything else I am not as involved as I am with MLP: FiM.
How do you identify yourself?
I identify myself as white, straight man.