gummy

[Chronamut 355]

what is gummys role in the whole cosmic picture?

 

And what about gummys flank, forever blank?

 

And can gummy talk, or does he only dream?

 

And was I the only one that just watched that whole aside with the "omg" look while a grin crept wider and wider onto my face of "WHAT COULD THIS MEAN? WHAT DOES THIS OPEN UP?"

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1s9AoEDUsXo

[Kyoshi Frost Wolf 41,343]

what is gummys role in the whole cosmic picture?

 

To be the ultimate ruler of all things that stare endlessly. 

 

And what about gummys flank, forever blank?

 

Do...any of the pets have Cutie Marks? Nope. Unless they are obscured by awesomeness. Tank could be the only one that does since he has a shell to cover it. 

 

And can gummy talk, or does he only dream?

 

His dreams bend reality, for it is he that taught Pinkie. I think so at least. 

 

And was I the only one that just watched that whole aside with the "omg" look while a grin crept wider and wider onto my face of "WHAT COULD THIS MEAN? WHAT DOES THIS OPEN UP?"

 

It pretty much means that Gummy is a mastermind that has extreme intellect, but he would rather let the ponies live peacefully. Methinks he originally was gonna enslave them all and make them tap dance to really bad hip hop music.

 

This thread is interesting.

[Chronamut 355]

 

what is gummys role in the whole cosmic picture?

 

To be the ultimate ruler of all things that stare endlessly. 

 

And what about gummys flank, forever blank?

 

Do...any of the pets have Cutie Marks? Nope. Unless they are obscured by awesomeness. Tank could be the only one that does since he has a shell to cover it. 

 

And can gummy talk, or does he only dream?

 

His dreams bend reality, for it is he that taught Pinkie. I think so at least. 

 

And was I the only one that just watched that whole aside with the "omg" look while a grin crept wider and wider onto my face of "WHAT COULD THIS MEAN? WHAT DOES THIS OPEN UP?"

 

It pretty much means that Gummy is a mastermind that has extreme intellect, but he would rather let the ponies live peacefully. Methinks he originally was gonna enslave them all and make them tap dance to really bad hip hop music.

 

This thread is interesting.

 

 

the eye licking thing.. I wonder if alligators actually do that..

 

I could see him as having taught the pinkie. THE PINKIE KNOWS ALL. ALL WISDOM FOR THE PINKIE.

 

he sounds like Q from star trek, more than dischord does, with that little nugget of knowledge hehe..

[StormLantern the 1st 427]

what is gummys role in the whole cosmic picture?

 

To be the ultimate ruler of all things that stare endlessly.

 

All glory to the Hypno-Gator.

[JonasDarkmane 19,785]

@@Chronamut

 

Hey there

 

As this topic seems to be more related to discussion about the show or discussion about elements from the show, rather than discussion having generally to do with the fandom, I have moved it to a more appropriate section.

 

Have fun  

[SugarfootWillie 383]

We have the beginnings of an existential hero in Gummy. One type of existential hero rebels against the status quo because they recognize that the way the world works is not conducive to feeling at home. In order to achieve their sense of belonging, social reformation can occur.

 

Therefore gummy is a catalyst for a new future, a future where the blank flank is a treasure symbolizing the limitless possibilities of your being.

 

Gummy can talk, but we cannot hear him least we attain the level of discipline that Gummy has. Once an entity has reached a certain level of self-mastery, they no longer need the spoken language to communicate. Even if we can't understand him, Gummy says everything he needs to in his unbending gaze.

Edited November 12, 2015 by SugarfootWillie

[Chronamut 355]

We have the beginnings of an existential hero in Gummy. One type of existential hero rebels against the status quo because they recognize that the way the world works is not conducive to feeling at home. In order to achieve their sense of belonging, social reformation can occur.

 

Therefore gummy is a catalyst for a new future, a future where the blank flank is a treasure symbolizing the limitless possibilities of your being.

 

Gummy can talk, but we cannot hear him least we attain the level of discipline that Gummy has. Once an entity has reached a certain level of self-mastery, they no longer need the spoken language to communicate. Even if we can't understand him, Gummy says everything he needs to in his unbending gaze.

 

that was beautifully worded, and reflects much of what I feel - I often relate to the role of the existential hero, because I feel how people act and how the world works is not conductive to how I feel.

[Chronamut 355]

@@Chronamut

 

Hey there

 

As this topic seems to be more related to discussion about the show or discussion about elements from the show, rather than discussion having generally to do with the fandom, I have moved it to a more appropriate section.

 

Have fun

thank you dear - I shall try

[SugarfootWillie 383]

 

 

that was beautifully worded, and reflects much of what I feel - I often relate to the role of the existential hero, because I feel how people act and how the world works is not conductive to how I feel.

 

 You would probably enjoy reading some Kierkegaard then. He coined existentialism.

[J. Brony 313]

what is gummys role in the whole cosmic picture?

 

To realize his dream of stealing your waifu.

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qp2KPVNRj1o

[Chronamut 355]

To realize his dream of stealing your waifu.

 

 

hahaha oh man, that would have made the fandom go NUTS..

 

we all love gummy - I think his silence was what made him even more mysterious, esp. since he never seems to show ANY reaction to anything that goes on.. and to show he has such a startling intelligence inside makes him all the better

 

I hope they elaborate on that further.. maybe he will have more poignant moments of self reflection in future - but of course this one was so impactful because it was the FIRST time it happened.

[Raven Rawne 1,381]

Gummy can talk, but we cannot hear him least we attain the level of discipline that Gummy has. Once an entity has reached a certain level of self-mastery, they no longer need the spoken language to communicate. Even if we can't understand him, Gummy says everything he needs to in his unbending gaze.

I like where you're going with that. Personally, I came to the conclusion that our toothless gator has achieved what some sources call, form lack of a better word, enlightment. Basically he reunited his lower self with the rest of the Universe, and thus he is no longer restrained by the fallible senses limiting his perception and cognition. Through reuniting with the rest of creation he no longer feels neither pain nor doubt, as all the Truths lay before him.

 

I just used Occult Sciences to analyze a cartoon alligator... I am officially FUBAR.

 

Now whenever what I said is true or not is a matter for another day, but It's crystal clear that Gummy had a point when he mused about his flank, forever blank.

For ponies, their cutie marks are nearly everything - they provide a sense of identity, signify their uniquness amongst other ponies, help them choose a vocation etc. For an outsider, it may seem like a cutie mark controls It's owner, since it's appearance may turn their lives around just because "this is their destiny".

For ponies, on average, a blank flank means they haven't found their place in the world, that they're still kids, not yet ready to face the world head on. Gummy provides another explanation - that a blank flank is liberating rather than limiting. That it should be celebrated as a symbol of unlimited possibilities, uncharted territory full of treasures to discover. That chasing the rabbit is just as important as catching it. Maybe even more so, if we look at the CMC and realize that they should be filly encyclopedias by now.

 

Gummy is a patient sage, who doesn't impose his teachings on others, but will eagerly provide for those ready to accept his teachings, and willing to learn.

[cmarston1 5,959]

Gummy is actually the most intelligent creature in all of Equestria.  And possibly the world the show takes place in.

He just doesn't like to brag about it.

[J. Brony 313]

Gummy is actually the most intelligent creature in all of Equestria.  And possibly the world the show takes place in.

 

What if Equestria, along with the rest of the world, are all taking place IN GUMMY'S MIND!

[Raven Rawne 1,381]

What if Equestria, along with the rest of the world, are all taking place IN GUMMY'S MIND!

The Disc World is placed on a tortoise shell, Grinch lived in a world contained in a snowflake etc. It would be hardly suprising if Equestria was a daydream of an alligator, especially since some pieces of this world don't fit each other. That explains everything!