Group 21 - Rainbow Falls

[Jeric 46,836]

Curious round as it has a few non-speaking animals like Harry, Peewee, and Ripley. Sunset Shimmer and Sweetie Belle may be the dominant force in this qualifier, but I can't count out Flutterbat as a potential dark horse vote. 

 

Round 21 ... GO

 

[KH7672 1,604]

I'm starting early with my support for my favorite pony and little sister figure!  I'm also kind of predicting the outcome from the get go but we'll see.

So I guess we’re going to be the top picks, huh?

Yeah, but there can only be three in the end and I know I’m nowhere near popular enough to make it.

I’m sorry, it really is rough getting paired with both me and Fluttershy.

Oh no, this isn’t Fluttershy, it’s Flutterbat.

Wait, when did Fluttershy become a bat pon-

You know what I shouldn’t question it.  Man, this place really is a lot crazier than I remember.

What do you mean by that, I mean I know a little bit about you, Sunset, from what Rarity’s told Twilight, but not much?

Hmmm…you know what, why don’t I take you girls somewhere to help you train for the competition.

Why me? I know I’m not going to beat Flutterbat.

Come on, don’t be so hard on yourself.  At least give it your all until that time comes. Who knows maybe the votes will fall in your favor.

Yeah, and you know you’re in a much stronger showing than last time! Remember when they would only talk about how you clapped for Granny Smith and took back your milkshake, but look at you now! Standing up to Diamond Tiara and showing what true friendship should be, it’s really admirable.

Thanks Sweetie Belle, and you too Sunset, I guess it wouldn’t hurt to have a little more fun in this competition.

All right!

That’s the spirit now lets get go…

Um, actually, you don’t really need to come. I mean look how strong and aggressive you are, I mean you’re already plenty ready for this competition no need to train.

….

Also, we’re going somewhere with lots of sunlight so…

*hiss*

Why don’t you want her to come along?

It wouldn’t really be the easiest to explain a bat version of Fluttershy where we’re going.

Um, where are we going?

Twilight's Castle anypo...I mean anyone?

Edited February 10, 2018 by KH7672

[Goat-kun 2,500]

Some people do not vote for Flutterbat. POOR DEMENTED SOULS!

[Oleks 1,983]

Sweetie Belle is an easy pick for me. Flutterbat too - the more Fluttershy, the better.

As for the third vote, I went with Silver Spoon. She deserves more attention in the show and more love in general.

Spoiler

 

So, Silver Spoon, Derpy, Octavia, Maud Pie... I guess I have a thing for gray ponies.

 

 

[cmarston1 5,952]

Here comes the sun smiling down, smiling down.

[Jeric 46,836]

Flutterbat pulls ahead of Sunny and is sharing first with Sweetie Belle. This is going to be a tight one, isn't it?

[Hierok 11,829]

Sunset Shimmer and Sweetie Bell sure have my vote. And Harry of course. He has been attacked by Fluttershy for so many times now, he deserves it. 

I don't want to a vote for Svengallop. Do this for me. 

[Fluttershy Friend 25,445]

Flutterbat, Harry and Sweetie Bell received my vote. Flutterbat must win! 

 

[Sparklefan1234 162,057]

I voted for:

1. Harry the Bear
2. Sunset Shimmer
3. Sweetie Belle

[Jeric 46,836]

Sweetie and Sunny pull ahead. I hope none of the girls have an apple on them, because Flutterbat is still close enough to catch them. 

Don't make that batpone mad, she bites!

 

Also, looks like somepony is trying to pay for votes. 

[Ashen Pathfinder 16,152]

While I adore Sweetie Belle, I had to place votes for the long-forgotten Peewee, as well as glasses-girl Silver Spoon. However, I have to go with #1 human pone Sunset Shimmer! GO GIRL GO!!!

[GrimGrimoire 4,970]

I would watch a legit Flutterbat cartoon. I am thinking a Count Duckula sort of thing would be awesome. So Flutterbat all the way!

Sweetie Belle and Silver Spoon get my other votes. I don't watch EG so Sunset Shimmer just does not appeal to me.

Now come along my little ponies... follow me in this competition... I promise not to bite... well, at least not toooooo hard. <3

Although i will make exceptions for those whom are truly loyal.

............

I know I am, how about you all? Forget the rest.. vote the best!

[ChB 18,532]

Go Sunset!

 

Go Sweetie Belle!

 

[Larrydog 320]

 well the time has come to vote for the group 21 for I know who I wanna vote for and I bet nobody is *ever* gonna figure it out since I just keep this love for this character such secret....nope....no one will ever be able to guess my choice 

Edited February 10, 2018 by Larrydog

[ShootingStar159 2,155]

Yay! Been waiting to cast my vote for best human!

[Jeric 46,836]

So, Peewee can slip into the Wildcard with just three votes. 

He is adorable. 

Oh ... Oh man. If things don't change this is going to be a battle when the Wildcard round happens for this group. Flutterbat and Silver Spoon are neck and neck too. 

 

That filly needs to watch her neck!!!!!

 

[Totally Nyx 35,517]

Hmm... Obviously gonna vote for Flutterbat over Silver Spoon, but I think I'll save my other two votes for later on. Sew some chaos in toward the end.

[Jeric 46,836]

Sweetie Belle notches ahead of Ms. Shimmer who is still safe in the number 2 slot. It's interesting to note that both made the World Cup four years ago, but this was before Rainbow Rocks changed many fan's opinions. Back then she didn't make it quite that far. It will be interesting to see if this team can make the Top 16. If Flutterbat gets that third slot, this team may get support from Fluttershy fans giving it some extra push. 

 

[Frostgage 7,972]

The first and greatest humanpone needs your votes!

 

Edited February 11, 2018 by Frostgage

[Ashen Pathfinder 16,152]

What @Frostgage said! Vote for the shimmering setting sun!!!!

[The Kaeya Simp 13,983]

VIVA EL FLUTTERBAT!!!

[Goat-kun 2,500]

Vote Flutterbat or we remove restrictions.

[Jeric 46,836]

Wait ... we got another pooch that won't be eliminated in the first leg of the qualifying round? You guys do favor pets don't you? Keep this in mind when Opal comes around. 

[Sparklefan1234 162,057]

@Jeric Does Harry the Bear qualify as a pet? 

Edited February 11, 2018 by Sparklefan1234

[KH7672 1,604]

Oh well Silver Spoon's probably not going to make it far, but she accepts her defeat to Flutterbat.  At least Sunset is giving her an unforgettable experience in the mean time.

Welcome to Canterlot High! Here is the best place to train mostly because-

Where did these clothes come from?

And where did my hooves go?!

Right…I keep forgetting about this culture shock.

ONE HUMAN WORLD EXPLANATION LATER

So, that’s the basics of this world.  Don’t worry you’ll get the hang of it once we start training.

Why exactly did you bring us here to train?

Yeah, I mean I get this is where you’ve been, and I appreciate the explanation, but this is really weird.

Trust me, you would not believe the advantage you have in this world being used to movement on four legs.  Humans here treat their legs and arms like two different appendages and thus work them differently, but with you, you’re used to treating them all the same.  There are so many advantages to training in a world that limits the fantastical nature of Equestria.

Plus, with the flexibility you had with your legs and the jumping I’ve seen ponies do, you would not believe how easy it is to execute basic tricks humans have difficulty preforming. 

Like when Starlight Glimmer was here, she was able to do a backflip, see.

Cool!

Can we do that?

Well maybe we’ll work up to it, granted I’m not going to put you in harm’s way like that where adrenaline will take over, but you two are better suited for the more complex movements since you are not as top heavy as me due to my-

yyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy......

………

………

MY HAIR, yes, you two don’t have as crazy hair as me!

Now come on let’s find the best place to train. [phew, nice save there Sunset although I feel like I’m forgetting something]

I still don’t fully understand what’s going on…

Well you did want to have a little more fun with this competition.

Um-

[CUE GENERIC SITCOM MUSIC ALONG WITH CANNED LAUGHTER AND APPLAUSE]

And don’t worry about those three, I got this! No panic about inexplicable doubles is going to ruin this World Cup!

Edited February 11, 2018 by KH7672