Thinks we'll likely never get explained in FiM

[ManaMinori 4,145]

I have a sinking feeling that the time has long since passed where we'll get any proper explanation of the Alicorn tribe mentioned in the JOtTS, or the ToH's role in the show (where it came from, who gave it its sentience to bear markings of the destinies of ponies and stand through and guide ponies to altered timelines), etc.

Think we'll ever get such things explained, or not? What would be the best avenue to do so, if we did? Chapter books, movies, season premieres/ finales?

[Oleks 1,993]

There are so many things unlikely to ever be explained in FiM that it’s easier to guess which things actually will be clarified.

Among the things I don’t expect to be explained are the exact meaning of the term “Equestria”, the origin of alicorns, the “human” things in pony world, the past of Cranky and Steven Magnet, Pinkie Pie’s powers, and most importantly – the force behind all the friendship magic. 

I hope I’m wrong at least in some aspects, and we’ll get an explanation for something from my list.

As for the stuff from comics and books, I think it might be explained only in other comics/books for the most part.

[Ganondorf8 11,369]

The show staff are probably aware that certain things don't have much in the way of explanation, like the examples provided so far, but then given the age demographic of the show, they feel that such explanations aren't necessary as the intended audience may not understand why. To be honest, I want those explanations revealed at some point as some could do with answers more so than others.

[ManaMinori 4,145]

5 minutes ago, Ganondorf8 said:

The show staff are probably aware that certain things don't have much in the way of explanation, like the examples provided so far, but then given the age demographic of the show, they feel that such explanations aren't necessary as the intended audience may not understand why. To be honest, I want those explanations revealed at some point as some could do with answers more so than others.

full on novel for the older ones, in that case

[Ganondorf8 11,369]

3 minutes ago, Nightmare Muffin said:

full on novel for the older ones, in that case

Let's hope they work on something like that.

[Jeric 46,860]

I actually don't want all things explained on the show. Many IP's fall into a trap of trying to explain things that should be left for the audience to ponder. A perfect example would be how George Lucas introduced midiclorians into Star Wars lore to explain that Anakin was strong in the Force. Not a popular move, and one that the current stewardship of Star Wars is wisely ignoring. 

We don't need to demystify every mystery in FiM. Having gaps in our knowledge invites the fan to become part of the creative process through imaginative collaboration -- the fundamental aspect of interpretation. 

That isn't to say I want all unknowns to remain that way, but what we don't know can be more tantalizing than what we do know. 

[Unlikeable Pony 2,698]

We'll most likely never get the EOH or Tree of harmony explained.

What happened to starswirl the bearded.

Alicorn lore.

Alicorn amulet information.

explanation for things like the inspiration manifestation book or other magical objects.

[Megas 27,765]

I'm certain we're never gonna learn anything about Scootaloo's parents

[Valeska 184]

I feel as though there would be less things left unexplained if Hasbro hadn't just thrown up a ton of history or side stories that may or may not have a connection in the actual series. Some unexplained topics have been answered by the series writers, the comics, and other small sources. However, this keeps a lot of the fandom in the dark about the explanations of said topics.

[cmarston1 5,959]

Whether or not Scootalo is an orphan

Whether or not Starlight is an orphan

The Tree of Harmony

The Cutie Map

Where Celestia and Luna came from

How Celestia got Spike's egg in the first place

How Starlight became so powerful

Edited May 19, 2017 by cmarston1

[pnylvr 185]

I've always wanted to know what the stars that aided in NMM's escape actually are/were, but I don't think that'll ever be explained.

[TheGOAT 64]

2 hours ago, cmarston1 said:

Whether or not Scootalo is an orphan

Whether or not Starlight is an orphan

The Tree of Harmony

The Cutie Map

Where Celestia and Luna came from

How Celestia got Spike's egg in the first place

How Starlight became so powerful

1. She might be. Faust says otherwise, other crew don't say anything.

2. Probably

3. It grew from Discord's magical seeds.

4. Who cares.

5. Birth

6. She took the egg from a dragon's nest, or it was abandoned.

7. That is one that is up for debate. Would make an interesting prequel.

[Kyoshi Frost Wolf 41,730]

I have this sneaking feeling that we might not ever get a proper explanation to Starlight's overpowered nonsense. I assume there has to be some reason to why she is so stupidly overpowered and an explanation within the show itself would be a bit nice. Wouldn't make me hate it much less but it would be something.

I also feel like Flurry Heart be an Aliborn might be simply be ignored as a subject. I mean, so far that has been pretty much forgotten about in terms of why it is the case. It bothers me.

 

[Jeric 46,860]

10 minutes ago, TheGOAT said:

1. She might be. Faust says otherwise, other crew don't say anything.

 

Actually they did. Jim Miller specifically on Twitter stated that he adopts Faust's view.