Thrond 3,263 October 5, 2016 Share October 5, 2016 Joshscorcher just did a review of this episode and explained why this is NOT a bad episode. Watch it. I knew we needed an actual military standpoint. Took long enough. Maybe now we can finally get some more praise in for this really respectable episode on here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThunderCrush 1,850 October 6, 2016 Share October 6, 2016 This episode was very fun to watch. Rainbow finally gets in with the Wonderbolts, only to mess up the whole ceremony. Still Rainbow made cool of it, another reason why she is my favorite. My mane OC: https://mlpforums.com/page/roleplay-characters/_/thunder-crush-r9777 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Piranha 29,425 October 7, 2016 Share October 7, 2016 Hey guys, I think you should see this video about this episode Sig by Discords Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrond 3,263 October 7, 2016 Share October 7, 2016 Hey guys, I think you should see this video about this episode https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DHDWg-o8_n0 Doesn't quite detail my favourite things about the episode, but it does a good job of explaining why all of this makes sense for how Rainbow would react to the situation and why it's got a pretty solid message. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Piranha 29,425 October 7, 2016 Share October 7, 2016 Doesn't quite detail my favourite things about the episode, but it does a good job of explaining why all of this makes sense for how Rainbow would react to the situation and why it's got a pretty solid message. Yeah, it's a shame how emotions blind us towards the other details that exist here and there . It's not like they are hard to find, but we've been so focused on "Oh, look how the Wonderdouches are teasing Rainbow Dash and stuff yo " . Sig by Discords Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrond 3,263 October 7, 2016 Share October 7, 2016 Yeah, it's a shame how emotions blind us towards the other details that exist here and there . It's not like they are hard to find, but we've been so focused on "Oh, look how the Wonderdouches are teasing Rainbow Dash and stuff yo " . Their teasing really isn't that bad. At most, we have some goofy teasing which, at the end, Rainbow doesn't even seem to have much of a problem with, and mostly she's just called the name without any intent other than addressing her. We're going to ignore all of the strong themes and ideas to be found here because of that? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Piranha 29,425 October 8, 2016 Share October 8, 2016 Their teasing really isn't that bad. At most, we have some goofy teasing which, at the end, Rainbow doesn't even seem to have much of a problem with, and mostly she's just called the name without any intent other than addressing her. We're going to ignore all of the strong themes and ideas to be found here because of that? Like I wrote, being overwhelmed by strong feelings of anger made many of us ignore those little details Sig by Discords Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashen Pathfinder 16,161 October 8, 2016 Share October 8, 2016 After watching the videos by both JoshScorcher and Sketchy the Changeling I must say I hold this episode in a higher light than I previously did. Granted the impersonation bit is still cringe, though glorious from a voice-acting stance. However the message is actually quite strong and this goes right in line with her character. Really, it's a fine episode. Pathfinder I Sojourner I Corsair | Zu'hra I Autumn | Scarlet Willow | Gypsy | Silverthorn | Crystal Whisper | Radiant Historia | And many other OCs~ Matching signatures with mah Bestie MOONLIGHT <3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PiratePony 8,475 October 8, 2016 Share October 8, 2016 After watching the videos by both JoshScorcher and Sketchy the Changeling I must say I hold this episode in a higher light than I previously did. Granted the impersonation bit is still cringe, though glorious from a voice-acting stance. However the message is actually quite strong and this goes right in line with her character. Really, it's a fine episode. The impersonations were cringe? Darling, I'm sorry, but if you don't mind, I must wholeheartedly disagree. Wasn't she simply divine for at least one small moment? 2 Courtesy of @Sparklefan1234 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashen Pathfinder 16,161 October 8, 2016 Share October 8, 2016 The impersonations were cringe? Darling, I'm sorry, but if you don't mind, I must wholeheartedly disagree. Wasn't she simply divine for at least one small moment? Well, on their own, the impressions are actually great, it's just within the context of the situation, dang it. 1 Pathfinder I Sojourner I Corsair | Zu'hra I Autumn | Scarlet Willow | Gypsy | Silverthorn | Crystal Whisper | Radiant Historia | And many other OCs~ Matching signatures with mah Bestie MOONLIGHT <3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyoshi Frost Wolf 41,558 December 7, 2016 Share December 7, 2016 So, is it strange for me to still despise this episode despite reading all of the points trying to make it seem good? Even after all of these months and all of the time to think it over, I still cannot bring myself to remotely consider this episode anything other than uncomfortable and worthless. It seems I will forever see this episode as a deep scar on a show I love. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrond 3,263 December 7, 2016 Share December 7, 2016 So, is it strange for me to still despise this episode despite reading all of the points trying to make it seem good? Even after all of these months and all of the time to think it over, I still cannot bring myself to remotely consider this episode anything other than uncomfortable and worthless. It seems I will forever see this episode as a deep scar on a show I love. You don't like what you don't like; there's nothing weird about that. I know I have episodes I hate despite reading a lot of explanations from people who like them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lambdadelta 1,462 December 8, 2016 Share December 8, 2016 For me, this ep is far from awful, but a really disappointment if you consider this ep is a milestone for RD. After collecting my thoughts, i think RD needs this ep but i wish it would the aftermath after a great milestone episode and the whole "they make a milestone episode for Dash like Garbage" wouldnt happen. Like Equestria Games, not a bad episode, but not being the right place and time, if Newbie Dash happen after an awesome RD milestone episode, the number of complainers will be reduced significantly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest January 3, 2017 Share January 3, 2017 I really don't see why she is so offended by the name. The Wonderbolts are an elite military group not a college safe space Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Courageous Thunder Dash 7,824 January 3, 2017 Share January 3, 2017 I really don't see why she is so offended by the name. The Wonderbolts are an elite military group not a college safe space They're the group whom she's always looked up too. Plus, she was called that during flight school and it hurt her. This is why she did what she did. As far as I can see, I still say the Wonderbolts are jerks... 1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeWg-TtBRMfqketa1ELyKGg Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/menelik-david-kenneth-cannady 2nd SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/thunder-dash-alternative/tracks Pony.fm: https://pony.fm/thunder-dash Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest January 3, 2017 Share January 3, 2017 They're the group whom she's always looked up too. Plus, she was called that during flight school and it hurt her. This is why she did what she did. As far as I can see, I still say the Wonderbolts are jerks... Fair point, good sir. But one must remember that she is technically in the MILITARY. The Wonderbolts are called to fight dragons and stuff (They will do far better with Rainbow Dash) she needs to grow some thick skin. The real military is designed to tear you apart and build you back up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Courageous Thunder Dash 7,824 January 3, 2017 Share January 3, 2017 Fair point, good sir. But one must remember that she is technically in the MILITARY. The Wonderbolts are called to fight dragons and stuff (They will do far better with Rainbow Dash) she needs to grow some thick skin. The real military is designed to tear you apart and build you back up. But don't forget...not everyone can be motivated by being insulted...like Dash. This is why she was doing those impressions of her friends. If you look at it, the Wonderbolts were forcing Dash to hide her pain to try to "toughen her up". Honestly, this is one of the most jerky things people can do. They were essentially preventing Dash from speaking up because they are above her and "entitled". Dash certainly do not deserve to go through that mess. 1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeWg-TtBRMfqketa1ELyKGg Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/menelik-david-kenneth-cannady 2nd SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/thunder-dash-alternative/tracks Pony.fm: https://pony.fm/thunder-dash Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest January 3, 2017 Share January 3, 2017 But don't forget...not everyone can be motivated by being insulted...like Dash. This is why she was doing those impressions of her friends. If you look at it, the Wonderbolts were forcing Dash to hide her pain to try to "toughen her up". Honestly, this is one of the most jerky things people can do. They were essentially preventing Dash from speaking up because they are above her and "entitled". Dash certainly do not deserve to go through that mess. They weren't forcing her to hide anything. The real fault was in the show's writing. Spitfire straight up says she is acting weird and asks what the problem is. Instead of telling her commanding officer that the nickname they gave her she dodges the question then tries to change the air show. She could have simply told them like she did in the end. Everypony makes mistakes, me( Me especially!) you and the mane six. It's how you react that matters. I was very overweight for a long time, especially when I was a kid, and I was teased for it. But instead of taking it as an insult I took it as an observation. And though it hurt my feelings I used it as a reminder to better myself. I weigh less at eighteen than I did at twelve because of this. What I'm trying to say is, it doesnt really matter what happens to you, it's how you react. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Courageous Thunder Dash 7,824 January 3, 2017 Share January 3, 2017 They weren't forcing her to hide anything. The real fault was in the show's writing. Spitfire straight up says she is acting weird and asks what the problem is. Instead of telling her commanding officer that the nickname they gave her she dodges the question then tries to change the air show. She could have simply told them like she did in the end. Everypony makes mistakes, me( Me especially!) you and the mane six. It's how you react that matters. I was very overweight for a long time, especially when I was a kid, and I was teased for it. But instead of taking it as an insult I took it as an observation. And though it hurt my feelings I used it as a reminder to better myself. I weigh less at eighteen than I did at twelve because of this. What I'm trying to say is, it doesnt really matter what happens to you, it's how you react. Ok then. I seriously think the writers owe us since they completely butchered this episode... Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeWg-TtBRMfqketa1ELyKGg Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/menelik-david-kenneth-cannady 2nd SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/thunder-dash-alternative/tracks Pony.fm: https://pony.fm/thunder-dash Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest January 3, 2017 Share January 3, 2017 Ok then. I seriously think the writers owe us since they completely butchered this episode... Indeed good sir! Maybe we'll get a Celestia episode in season six that will make up for it (Cross your fingers...eh, hooves? My claws anyway.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrond 3,263 January 3, 2017 Share January 3, 2017 I really don't see why she is so offended by the name. The Wonderbolts are an elite military group not a college safe space She took it to mean that she messed up and lost the Wonderbolts' respect, which she had so recently earned, and is desperate to win that respect back. Right or not, she's terrified that a few mistakes might ruin everything she's worked towards, or worse, that she might be inadequate for the job. It's not that the nickname offends her; it's that it fills her with insecurity - at least, until the end, when the actual meaning of the name is revealed to her and she retakes it as a badge of pride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saphira Rose 84 January 26, 2017 Share January 26, 2017 I love Rainbow in this episode! She is always so confident and can even be a little rude at times. It was nice to see her come down a few pegs and realize that she still has a lot to improve on even though she is 110% awesome! I feel like this episode helped flush out her character and allow her to grow into a better pony. I hope you have a blessed day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pastel 7,630 September 21, 2017 Share September 21, 2017 I liked the end of this episode, but overall it's kind of forgettable for an episode where a character is finally realizing their long-time dream. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n1029 227 October 27, 2017 Share October 27, 2017 It's a decent episode. If anything I think RD got off a little easy with the teasing as opposed to having been initially punished for her failure to follow clearly established safety rules, and if I were one of the Wonderbolts teasing her I doubt I would've expressed any sympathy if she'd said I was hurting her feelings. The ending of course is different because at that point she was coming from a place of deep humility. I don't have any issues with the impersonation scene; it's amusing and silly in the spirit of the show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moony the Cat 3,702 January 22, 2018 Share January 22, 2018 I liked this one, i thought it was funny. I wish i could write more. Sig made by Kyoshi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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