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  1. Leafeon
    If you haven't noticed from the text below, the reviews are getting a revamp! For the best, of course. I will only now be doing episodes which I either think are amazing which were not well-received, or episodes I didn't like that everyone else seemed to. Which means that even though I loved Magic Duel, and would love to talk about it, I won’t due to majority of the fanon liking it. Judging by what I'm reviewing now, you can probably tell this won't only be consistent to episodes.
     
     
    Luckily, I've already been attacked for my opinion on this! So obviously we’re in for a treat with controversial opinions! Yay!
     
    Animation
     
    As I suspected, the animation in this is superb. The effects are nice, and it’s almost up to show quality.
     
    Almost.
     
    Well, you weren't expecting it to be up there, right? Like I said, still superb. Even the simple difference in between dimensions are appreciated and the simplistic thought animations are always lovely. In fact; one of my favorite points of the show in the season two finale.
     
     
    Plot
     
    For as good as the animation is, and that obviously being a large plus for the whole thing and most of the point for it being made, the plot is... Well... Not good.
     
    First of all, in the beginning we see Rainbow being a jerk. Stealing what Twilight has been working on for almost her entire life.
     
     
    Rainbow Dash is not this much of a jerk.
     
    I mean, come on! Rainbow may be competitive. She may be a jerk sometimes. Heck. She may be the meanest pony we see on a regular basis as a protagonist. But, as established in season 3 (See Sleepless in Ponyville) she also cares about her friends. She is also the element of loyalty. So why is she acting like this (Spoilers: It’s bad writing.).
     
     
    Next, there’s the pacing. At about the 20 minute mark, Rainbow suddenly goes into another dimension! The Powerpuff Girl dimension...!
     
    Uh... Hi?
     
     
    I understand this is a fan made thing. But: This was worked up more then any episode from the actual show, per obvious reasons. So, if you are giving it a break because of that, you aren’t critiquing it well.
     
    On topic: How does that even work?! Is it cute? Yes. Is it funny? Meh. Does it make sense? Lolno. It isn’t explained, at all. You can give any reason, but unless it’s clearly stated, your reason is invalid. While I nice premise, it’s executed so poorly, and so late that there’s no point. Especially since more then half the episode is just Rainbow flying around Ponyville. Cos why not?
     
     
    Oh, and it’s resolved far too quickly. Rainbow really doesn’t have to deal with it.
     

     
     
    Not to mention, if Twilight could have just remade the potion, why was it such a big deal Rainbow used it?
    Also; a heads up for any fanfic writers or someone who wants to make something like this, centering around a single character does alienate your potential fans. Highly.
     
    Humour
     
    Eh. It appears I’m the only one here that didn’t laugh. Once. Like I said before; some bits are decently funny. Emphasis on the decency. Maybe it’s due to me not having watched PPG or not having watched ANY shows from Cartoon Network (We don’t get the channel standard where I live), but that’s no excuse. You should never just rely on references for humour.
     
    For example; remember when Loki came down in his weather balloon? (Obscure reference FTW!)
    If you know what I’m talking about, that’s funny. If you don’t, you’re confused. Highly. And just because everyone is laughing around you, doesn’t mean you find the thing they’re laughing at funny as well.
     
    Conclusion
     
    Firebolt! You’re not allowed to have a negative opinion on a fan made pony episode! How dare you?!
    Well, I am being harsh on it, as everyone else is being far too nice to it.
     
    Still; it’s not the best thing ever, or what it was worked up to be.
     
     
    Watch it, as you’re missing out if you don’t. It really is a nice work even if just for the visuals. If you hate bad plot, however, then you won’t be having a fun time, as Double Rainboom does not follow a simple plot diagram.
     
    Not good, not bad, Double Rainboom get’s a 5/10, being nice to it due to being fan made.
  2. Leafeon

    Art Notice

    By Leafeon,

    For those of you who don't know; I always post my art on this forum. These generally take about a week or so to complete, provided I'm not lazy.
     
    If you follow my art posts on here, then you won't find them anymore.
     
    I'm quite jealousy prone, and seeing simple recolors and first time sketches always get much more love and praise then art that has been worked on for quite a long time is starting to get under my skin. If I were to draw something quickly in 10 minutes, and post it, it would most likely get the same amount of response and feedback as any other piece, and therefore; I refuse to keep giving these their own topics.
     
    If you wish to still see my art when it comes out, you can watch me here. All watchers are highly appreciated.
     
    That is all.
     
    EDIT: Any art revolving around something to do with the forums may or may not still be posted here. I'll think about it.
  3. Leafeon

    Trixie is Best Poni

    By Leafeon,

    According to multiple members over Skype, they have converted to the holiness that is Trixieism. They may be known for loving a certain pony, but it is all lies.
     
    ~Chaotic Lightning~

     
     
     
    Concord

     
     
     
    Harmonic Revelations
     

     
     
     
    Twiliscael
     

     
     
     
     
    See, friends? Almost everypony who is anypony is converting to Trixieism! And so should you.
     

     
     
  4. Leafeon
    This is going to be used for reference purposes, mostly. The order is the pony I like the most (1) to the pony I like the least (6).
     

    1. Rarity


    Ah, yes. Rarity. Rarity not only has the best design, period, but she has the most flexible personality. If Rarity needs to be generous, she can be. If she needs to be snobby, she can be. And so on. Why does this work so well? Simple. Rarity's dream is about social status, so her actual personality can be generous, nice, etc., but her goals get in the way of that.
     
    Sweet and Elite is also my favorite episode. It displays Rarity as trying to be nice, but her goals getting in the way of her trying to be decent.
     
    And, saying it again, Rarity is freaking gorgeous. Why do you think so many OCs have a white coat, anyway?
     
     




    See?!


     
    In any other kids show, Rarity would be the villain. She wouldn't be clever, just fashionfashionfashion. Not only is this about the opposite, Rarity is a great hero, as opposed to villain.
     

    2. Pinkie Pie


    Pinkie is your comic relief. Normally, comic relief isn't something I love, but it's executed so well with Pinkie that I rather like it. She isn't one of my favorite characters of all time, like Rarity and Trixie, but she is still quite nice.
     
    Pinkie's design is probably my least favorite. It fits her personality very well, but I still don't like it in general. Pinkamena on the other hand, is great. Specifically the physics in her hair, but just the look in general.
     




    Well, I would apologize for cupcakes, but this image is damn awesome.


     
    One other thing I don't like about Pinkie is that she's become a bit of an airhead in season 3. She used to be much more clever then she is now, but that doesn't bother me as much as it probably should.
     
    Pinkie's voice can be annoying, but once I got used to it, it became one of my favorites. Her singing voice is excellent.
     
     

    3. Rainbow Dash




    Here's a large gap in between my favorites. I like Pinkie and Rarity much more then Dash.


     
    I'm pretty sure most of you know what I think about Rainbow. I like her design, but hate her personality. I like her fanon, but hate most of her canon.
     
    Rainbow has a personality I've seen in every kid's show ever. In a girl's show, you always have a tomboy. In a boy's show, you always have your cool kid. Rainbow is both of these, and as cliched as the tokens go. At the same time though, she has evolved a bit from that, and become a bit more decent.
     
    Slightly.
     
    Rainbow also has a fanbase, in the show. Why? Couldn't tell you, honestly. It doesn't make much sense, and I don't appreciate it either.
     
    Rainbow's episodes are my least favorite. They mostly has to do with her dream of being a Wonderbolt, which is fine, but it gets very repetitive. However, I like her in most fan videos, fanfics, etc. as she is generally not aspiring to be a good flyer, while not actually improving as far as control goes. Like ever.
     
    Rainbow's design is lovely. That's really about all I can say. It's truly gorgeous.
     




    To elaborate, the colors work lovely together. Per obvious reasons.


     
    However, Rainbow is also very overpowered. She can do something no other pony could ever do ever. When she was a filly no less. This also got all her friends their cutie mark. Just a bit too much epicness for my taste. And by a bit, I mean it's overbearing.
     
     
     

    4. Applejack


    Not much to say about AJ, I find her just mostly dull. So yea. I'm neutral on AJ.
     



     
     
     

    5. Fluttershy


     
    Anyways, Fluttershy. I like Fluttershy as far as her voice, design, and episodes (As her's always seem to be the best quality). Fluttershy's voice is excellent and fits her perfectly, as does her design. As said, I always seem to enjoy her episodes more then most others, overall. Two of my top 10 favorite episodes are that of her's (Seeing as four are two parters, and one is an all 6 episode, yea.)
     
    However, Fluttershy seems to be the worst pony as far as evolving goes. Rarity has become a bit less selfish, Rainbow is now nicer, Pinkie is more serious at times, and Twilight has improved heavily in her magic. Fluttershy seems to become more assertive, or better at flying, etc. in her episodes, but loses that in the following episodes. In Putting Your Hoof Down in season 2, she becomes much more assertive. However, in Magic Deul, in season 3, she loses all of that.
     
    Fluttershy also always seems too perfect to me. While her flaws are obvious, those flaws can also be considered good. Being meek, bashful, etc. are all supposed to be good qualities. Fluttershy sports all of these as her flaws. Her looks are next to perfect, though she rarely does anything to perfect them, like Rarity.
     




    I live in the forest, own a rabbit, and go to spas on occasion. Why don't I look this awesome? :V


     
    Fluttershy's ability to interact with animals doesn't make much sense either. She was able to pretty much talk with any animal, yet she had never met any before, when she arrived in ponyville.
     
    However, though she has many flaws, I do like her caring personality, as well as the points I mentioned earlier.
     

    6. Twilight Sparkle


     


    And, here's another major gap.


     
    Before you say anything, no this has nothing to do with Twilicorn. Well, that's a lie, but it's mostly true.
     
    If you happen to be blind, you wouldn't know that Trixie is my favorite pony. I mean, really my favorite pony. I am obsessed with her.
     
    Now, why would make that Twilight my least favorite pony? Simple. The fanon has made her a complete bitch. Generally, Twilight goes out of her way to be cruel to Trixie. Why? No idea. Normally, fanon doesn't affect my opinion on ponies much, but this is unavoidable. It makes me cringe everytime I see it. That said, that's a big reason why she has become my least favorite pony.
     




    Here's a taste.


     
    But that's just fanon! Why is she terrible in canon? Without the whole Twilicorn thing, which is an awful idea yes, Twilight is dull. What happened? She used to be plucky, sarcastic, and all those things. Now? I suppose you could say she just got more level headed, but I don't care. It's still a bad change.
     
    I don't care much for her design, voice, and her episodes are a bit hit and miss. They are generally only good because of the villians. Not her.
     
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    That's it. If I missed anything, have any details wrong, etc. Please let me know.
  5. Leafeon
    Welp, here's installment number 2. This time, I'll be talking about background ponies. Since there are so many, I will only be listing my top 10. This list is based purely on looks. No fanon, voices, etc. will be counted. As such, you probably won't see your favorite background pony here (*cough* Derpy *cough*).
     
    1. Cloudchaser
    Cloudchaser is gorgeous. While not having my favorite design, she comes quite close. Her colors work nicely together, and her mane is gorgeous. It's not the kind of mane a lot of OC's use, as it only seems to work with her colors.
     
    2. Flitter
    Same reasons as Cloudchaser, the only difference is that her mane is a bit less pretty. I still quite like it though.



     
    3. Lyra
    Lyra has a very nice color combination. Her eyes and cutie mark attract the most attention, and her color combo doesn't hurt the eyes. Her design is a bit dull, but the colors are nice enough to forgive that.

     
    4. Minuette(Colgate)/Sea Swirl/Amethyst Star/Roseluck/Similar
    Most of the ponies with the Lyra design seem to be nice looking, for some reason. Minuette is my personal favorite of these, but they all get the four spot due to them taking up the whole list otherwise.
     
    5. Rainbow Shine
    I quite like her design. It's simple, and works. The mane is fairly different than most other ponies, so that's always a plus. And no one really likes her. Therefore I get hipster status.
     
    6. Vinyl Scratch
    I find Vinyl a bit overrated. She hasn't had much screen time, at all, for all the love she gets. However, her color scheme is very nice. It's a similar color scheme as Rarity's, and looks nice for that. However, I just don't like her design. At all.
     
     
     



     
    7. Berry Punch
    For some reason, Berry Punch always seems really bendable. In Canterlot scenes, she's very bendable, and in Ponyville scenes, she looks like a lower class citizen. Her color scheme doesn't hurt, and her design is okay.
     
     



     
    8. Candy Mane
    Candy Mane's mane is gorgeous, obviously. The only reason she isn't up this list more is because of how dull her tail is in comparison. Her color scheme is also not the best.
     
     
     



     
    9. Mjölna
    HAMMER PONY IS BEST PONY.
     
     



     
    10. Blossomforth
    Meh. Blossomforth is okay. Her design is the same as Twilight's, but her color scheme is pretty. So yea.
     
     



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    I believe that's it.
  7. Leafeon
    Well, as most all of you know, I have a deeply rooted obsession with the greatest pony.
     
    However, my obsession with her is a bit much, me thinks.
     
    Why do I say that? Well, the fact that I have about 3,000 images of her, almost all solo, is one thing. Another is that I often misread/write words as Trixie. Including once on a school assignment. I also am a bit defensive about most things to do with her.
     
    I also haven't dreamt is about five years, til yesterday. What was the dream about? Trixie of course! (And Discord... but... you don't need details.)
     
    All that said, I was wondering if my obsession was a bit much? My grades have been dropping recently, most likely due to my time spent here and searching Trixie art, so yea. Anyone else have a similar obsession?
     
    Also, pic is the most relating one I could find. I have 3,000 to choose from after all.
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