Why is Spike always content? Why isn't there a story that touches upon it?

[FlareGun45 2,221]

It's been over a year since FIM ended, and to this day, it's STILL haunting me, that I feel Spike is missing something in his arc. Something that was kinda-sorta started on Power Ponies, but wasn't really pushed upon - it's the question of what exactly makes him part of the Mane 6, and how and why he's so content in being shadowed by them, especially when he's with Twilight?

Unlike years ago, I understand that he won't just change his life to being more than just being Twilight's aide, and IF he feels like he shoulda been an Element of Harmony and feeling like the seventh wheel in the group, he's not gonna say anything, BUT not without persuasion of course from someone he looks up to who could tell him all this, either someone who cares about him greatly OR a villain who uses Spike's insecurity against the Mane 6.

There are LOTS of times on the show AND the comics that hints his insecurity of feeling unimportant, unloved, and left out - and what sucks is that it is treated more of a running gag instead of what could be a serious story. Certain times in both the show AND comics, there was a character saying "six of you", and Spike keeps saying "seven" to correct them - and there was also a picture of the Mane 6 in Dragon Quest in which Spike glued a picture of himself next to them. Not only that, but even though Twilight gave Spike an advisor role, there were many times that she's too stubborn to listen to him, and he never has the will to angrily snap at her about it, cause he's too nice and patient about it - but if he's keeping THAT in, then what else could he be keeping from her to spare her feelings?

Remember in the episode Dungeons and Discords? He made a wizard that is treated with the upmost respect, and Discord said ironically, "Just like in real life?" Look, I can see that Spike is aware of his position in life - he's just content with it. I can tell that he wishes to be more, and he's afraid of what his friends would think of him if he just tells them how he feels - and this is treated as running gag instead of what could be Spike's BIGGEST story he's ever gotten! He compromises more for his friends than they do for him, and they have NO IDEA.

So really, what I want from Spike in his arc in Season 10 is just for this to be touched upon. I had a very long time to think about this, and this feels VERY important to touch upon!

He'd probably say and do stuff that would seem against his nature and OOC, maybe to the point of TEMPORARILY moving on. But their relationship WILL get patched in the end, stronger than ever before! It's just what Spike's arc needs!

Season 10 comic spoilers:

 

If the comics went ALL OUT on Zecora's story arc, then what's to stop them from doing it for Spike too?

Edited December 30, 2020 by FlareGun45

[Misty Shadow 8,197]

Easy, because he wants to stick with his friends and considers himself part of the "Mane 7". That's why he decided not to become the Dragon Lord in Gauntlet of Fire. Honestly, Spike having moments of being content with what he has and moments of wanting more is nothing that needs to be touched upon in my eyes, as it is consistent with the way people are in real life. People go through times where they're fine with where they are and times where they long for something better. In the show's finale, he does become Twilight's royal advisor, which is a step-up from essentially being a butler. 

[FlareGun45 2,221]

9 minutes ago, CloudMistDragon said:

Easy, because he wants to stick with his friends and considers himself part of the "Mane 7". That's why he decided not to become the Dragon Lord in Gauntlet of Fire. Honestly, Spike having moments of being content with what he has and moments of wanting more is nothing that needs to be touched upon in my eyes, as it is consistent with the way people are in real life. People go through times where they're fine with where they are and times where they long for something better. In the show's finale, he does become Twilight's royal advisor, which is a step-up from essentially being a butler. 

Still feels like a story that should be touched upon. Even if it is true, why doesn't the series talk about it? I really don't feel content with his arc - and no matter how much I try, it just keeps coming back. Spike's insecurity and dependence + being part of the Element of Harmony climax at the finale + being considered a main character but the group is still called the 'Mane 6', really, something doesn't add up. His story is missing something very important that the staff didn't have time to make, and it needs to be talked about.

If they don't, I'll do it myself, no problemo. I have a plan already.

[Will Guide 21,371]

46 minutes ago, FlareGun45 said:

being considered a main character but the group is still called the 'Mane 6', really, something doesn't add up.

you do know they never actually call themselves the "mane six" in universe, right? That was just the name we of the fan base came up with, not the showrunners themselves.

Honestly to me, the only missed opportunity was I wanted to know who Spike's real parents were. At the very least I always consider them to be kind dragons who, when they realize due to circumstances they wouldn't be able to witness Spike being born, they at the very least gave Spike to someone they can trust to make sure that he would have a chance at life.

I actually used it in an old archived role play where my Character told the story to another OC. So, if you want to see the post with my crazy little Theory, click on this link inside:

Spoiler

 

 

[CastletonSnob 3,089]

Spike got his own group of friends, finally got wings, and grew up to be the Royal Friendship Ambassador and 2nd in Command of all of Equestria. What more do you want? 

Edited December 31, 2020 by CastletonSnob

[FlareGun45 2,221]

4 hours ago, CastletonSnob said:

Spike got his own group of friends, finally got wings, and grew up to be the Royal Friendship Ambassador and 2nd in Command of all of Equestria. What more do you want? 

Not so much of having something else, but more of having friendship issues with his friends as an interesting story.

[Tom Gallagher 33,625]

Because he's loyal!   In 'The Return of Harmony,' Twilight gives Spike Rainbow Dash's element and I thought, 'He can definitely qualify for the Element of Loyalty!' 

Having said that, people forget that there have been times where he's walked out. 'Owl's Well But Ends Well' is an example. His loyalty to Twilight has been tested before and tested all around in 'Gauntlet of Fire.' I think he had a great story arc! 

[TheAnimationFanatic 3,606]

He's surrounded by friends and family who love him, who accept him for who he is, and respect how he helps in the community.

[nightshroud96 124]

On 12/30/2020 at 7:24 PM, FlareGun45 said:

Still feels like a story that should be touched upon. Even if it is true, why doesn't the series talk about it? I really don't feel content with his arc - and no matter how much I try, it just keeps coming back. Spike's insecurity and dependence + being part of the Element of Harmony climax at the finale + being considered a main character but the group is still called the 'Mane 6', really, something doesn't add up. His story is missing something very important that the staff didn't have time to make, and it needs to be talked about.

If they don't, I'll do it myself, no problemo. I have a plan already.

What plan is it actually?