site event 🍃The Running of the Leaves (2025) Race Event!

[Dynamo Pad 11,834]

Spoiler

Storyline:

As your OC arrives at the gathering spot, they can see the starting line, a hot air balloon, empty seats to sit in the crowd, as well as other ponies gathering to either watch or participate.

There are serval things that you can do in this situation.

You are able to:

Interact with other participants taking part in the race.

Head on over to Dynamo Pad, who's standing near a desk full of numbers to hand out to the participants.

Do something else.

It's completely up to your OC on what you'd like to do, before the race begins. Once everyone has their numbers, everyone can line up at the starting line for the race to begin.

The race will begin on September 8th! This will give everyone enough time to arrive at the racing location, as well as line up at the starting line when the race is about to commence. 

Good luck and have fun, everypony!

OOC: Don't forget that posts in this thread should be in character (IC) to help build a storyline. A prompt shall appear shortly.

OOC: If you wish to sign up for the race event, be sure to post your response and interest in the Sign Up Thread:

https://mlpforums.com/topic/205848-the-running-of-the-leaves-2025-oocsign-up/

@Silverspark184 @Nook Cranny @PrincessPriscillaPT @Samurai Equine @Nitobit @Livealarm @ComanderZhabikKlavik @Wizard @Iridescent Edge @SidewinderX @ayla74108 @liujiadong 

As you all make your way towards the location of the race for this years, Running of the Leaves. You can see multiple things going on as you take a look around the area. A pink hot air balloon tied to a post and ready to take flight, empty bleachers that are slowly starting to fill with audience spectators. Ponies and other creatures holding vendor stalls for food and beverages. From cotton candy, popcorn, beverages and many more treats are available to be purchased and had!

As this was going on, the host for the event, Dynamo Pad, was looking through his checklist to make sure he was prepared for this year's race. "Let's see here. Paper's with numbers on them? Allowing me to hand over said number to the participants? Check! Commentators having a bird's eye view for the race and the racer's? Check! Weather conditions being bright and sunny?" He asks, smiling as he pulled his gaze away from his clipboard, before turning his attention towards the sky. His smile faded slightly as his expression turned puzzled as he took notice of the sky. What was meant to be a clear and sunny blue sky, was instead filled with gray clouds and a slight windy breeze. "Huh? That's really strange. I thought for sure the plan was to have clear skies for the race. It looks like it might rain, but I don't recall there being an announcement of rain. I think Rainbow Dash would have said something." He says, scratching the back of his neck as he tried to make heads or tails of what was going on.

"Hmmm...I guess this could be okay. There shouldn't be any rain, so the ground wouldn't be wet and slippery to run across. Hopefully everything will be okay. I remember how much fun everyone had from the last Running of the Leaves. I made sure that things were just as fun this year as compared to last year. Making it double the fun!" His puzzled look slowly faded as his smile returned. He admitted to himself that he was feeling nervous, but not as nervous as he felt from the previous race. While he did hope that things went well this time around, he was still looking forward to the race ahead.

[Wizard 1,759]

Titanium arrives and looks around at the participants, it seems there's some good competition this year, she can hardly believe it's been a year since the last race. She smiles at the sight of everypony together again, the crowd, the hot air balloon, the smell of victory... And food vendors. Her stomach grumbles as she turns away from the food. She can't race right after eating, she'd get a cramp!

She spots Dynamo setting up and mumbling to himself, she figures the best thing to do is grab her number before she forgets.

"Hey @Dynamo Pad!" She calls out, "Got a number for me?"

[Anarchylight]

Anarchylight: "The race is about to start! I'm going to go get my number."

To MGE Sniper

"You stay here for now, I'll be right back."

MGE Sniper: "Okay."

*Anarchylight walks up to @Dynamo Pad and sees @Wizard.

Anarchylight: "Hi @Wizard!"

*Anarchylight turns to look at @Dynamo Pad.

Anarchylight: "I'm here to get my number. What's my number?"

[Moonlight Wane]

@Dynamo Pad

Moonlight arrives at the gathering place and looks at the sky with concern. "Hey, Dyny," he says as he approaches the blue unicorn. "What's with the weather? It's not gonna be raining, is it?"

@Wizard

"Hey, Titanium!" He walks up to the mare and gives her a hug. "Glad you're here! I was worried you would be busy with art and stuff, and I wouldn't have a chance to outrun you this year!"

[Iridescent Edge]

*Iridescent Edge arrives at the location of the event. He’s not wearing any gear as that would just slow him down. As he looks around, he notices how serious the other racers look and starts to feel a pang of nervousness rise up in his chest. Iridescent glances back and forth at the other contestants until his eyes wonder to the sky. Iri notices the dark nimbostratus clouds overhead and quirks his head to the side. Aren’t races supposed to be cancelled when it rains? One of Iridescent’s hooves drags across the ground as he ponders this. He stands there for a couple more seconds before he notices the host of the race sitting at a stand and handing out numbers for the participants. Iridescent Edge adjusts his mane for maximum first impression potential before walking up to the table.* ”Ahem…Hi. My name’s Iridescent Edge. Um, I’m here for my number.” *Iridescent speaks while resting a hoof on the table and putting on a friendly, non threatening face. Though, his eyebrows are subtly tilted outwards.*

[Starry Point]

Starry Point waded through the small crowd of ponies beginning to cluster around the race start, uttering a few hurried "excuse mes" as she pushed ahead. The air was cool and moist, and looking up, the lanky white pegacorn could see ominous clouds brewing in the sky. Oh, I hope my first Running of the Leaves isn't rained out, she thought worriedly to herself, searching the rows of colorful stands and tents for the sign-in table. Finally, she found it about thirty yards away, flanked on either side by food vendors who were already serving their wares to hungry ponies. She wormed her way out of the mob, taking care not to take anypony's eye out with her horn as she trotted over to the table. A blue batpony was already there, talking with the also-blue stallion that stood behind it. Starry stepped behind the second pony in line, a grey stallion with an iridescent mane, and patiently waited for the others to finish getting their numbers.

 

@Dynamo Pad @Iridescent Edge @Nitobit 

[Princess Velvet Priscilla]

*Velvet Priscilla arrives at the location of the event. Since it's her first event, she's unsure about what the track look like. She's not wearing her dress nor her beach outfit, otherwise it'll be to weird for her and thought that would not fit in the event. As she looks around, she sees other racers are competing in this race, feeling confident and thought to herself:* "No matter if I'm in last or first, it's still worth it for this season." *Priscilla glances back and forth at the other contestants to find her friend, @Iridescent Edge, until her eyes wonder to the sky. She thought to herself again as she looks at the dark, nimbostratus clouds:* "I hope it doesn't rain in the middle of the event, that'll be bad.", *felling a little nervousness about the weather. She then glanced at the host taking the number to the contestants. She proceeds to join in the line, waiting patiently for her number. After a little bit of time, it's her turn.* "Hello, @Dynamo Pad! My name's Velvet Priscilla. I'm here to get my number."

[Samurai Equine 56,328]

The event looks so stunning and lively, even with the ominous clouds in the sky! The chatter of the crowd, the smell of fresh food, the pageantry of it all~! It was enough to get any pony in the spirit of things.
This includes a casually dressed mouse that has crawled into a cone of cotton candy and began munching on the sweet pink treat.

But trotting up to the other participants comes the visitor from Japone, Samurai Equine! Last time he sported a fire fighter outfit, but this time he comes wearing a fancy jacket that only some might recognize.

Spoiler

As he approaches, he happily bobs his head while singing a song to himself. "Oh boy, but don't you ever forget. You are never fighting alone! Look around you, you see us on your side. Because, you're the true hero~ Let's go! CartRang-" But he stops himself when he sees familiar faces. He takes a moment to wave at @Wizard Titanium, @ComanderZhabikKlavik Anarchylight, and @Nitobit Moonlight. "Yosha! Good to see some familiar faces returning the 2nd time." Samurai also sees the new faces and bows to them.

He takes only a moment to stop at the food stand. If they have a sports drink, he'll gladly pay for one of those. "Hmm... Could have sworn my little mouse friend followed me here. But now I can't seem to find her. Oh well."

Last on his list of things to do, Samurai tracks down @Dynamo Pad Dynamo. "Ah, good to see my old friend is in charge of this event once more."

[Anarchylight]

*Anarchylight notices @Samurai Equine. She waves her hoof at him and says,

"Hi Samurai!"

[Dupluna]

Dupluna finally arrives at the starting location of the race. Ooh! This is so exciting! she says to herself, and begins trying to find @Dynamo PadAs Dupluna makes her way through the crown of cheering fans, exhilarated ponies, and faithful friends, she notices a large line of ponies, changelings, hippogriffs, and more standing next to the concession stand with all sorts of treats from Sugarcube corner. 

Oh, a food stand! I wonder if they have lunar donuts available? Dupluna questioned, and ran towards the line. As she got in to wait for amazing snacks that smelled as good as they looked, Dupluna remembered a tip from "Egghead's Guide to Running" that she finished reading yesterday. 

Never, ever eat before a race, the guide read. "Seriously?" she said loudly, and accidentally stepped on the tail of somepony before her. He gave her an annoyed look, and Dupluna, with a nervous smile and a "sorry," stepped out of the line and towards the table with @Dynamo Pad and other hosters. 

[Dynamo Pad 11,834]

On 2025-09-01 at 11:12 PM, Wizard said:

Titanium arrives and looks around at the participants, it seems there's some good competition this year, she can hardly believe it's been a year since the last race. She smiles at the sight of everypony together again, the crowd, the hot air balloon, the smell of victory... And food vendors. Her stomach grumbles as she turns away from the food. She can't race right after eating, she'd get a cramp!

She spots Dynamo setting up and mumbling to himself, she figures the best thing to do is grab her number before she forgets.

"Hey @Dynamo Pad!" She calls out, "Got a number for me?"

As a voice reached his ears, Dynamo's ears perked as he heard his name being called. Looking around to find the source, he smiled as he was greeted by @Wizard Titanium. He remembered that she had won the race in last year's competition. Which meant it looked like she was here not just to have fun in competing, but to defend her title. "Hey, Titanium! It's really great to see you and it's been a little while." Dynamo says, nodding as he turned his attention over towards his sign up desk. A list of numbers ready to be handed out to those that wish to compete. "I've got you on the list and your number will be number 14. That will be one free hug, please. If that's okay, of course. They are optional as I'm someone that likes hugs. Well, that and tackle hugs, but normally I'm the one that does that." He chuckles as he presented Titanium her number. Good luck in the race today!"

On 2025-09-02 at 12:56 AM, Anarchylight said:

Anarchylight: "The race is about to start! I'm going to go get my number."

To MGE Sniper

"You stay here for now, I'll be right back."

MGE Sniper: "Okay."

*Anarchylight walks up to @Dynamo Pad and sees @Wizard.

Anarchylight: "Hi @Wizard!"

*Anarchylight turns to look at @Dynamo Pad.

Anarchylight: "I'm here to get my number. What's my number?"

Blinking in surprise from the area around them suddenly getting a little darker, Dynamo quickly turned as he saw a portal opening out of nowhere. "That's something you don't see every day. Unless..." His thoughts were answered when he saw a familiar red and black alicorn stepping out of said portal. "Anarchylight! It's great to see you again! It looks like we got some returning racer's from last year's competition!" He grinned as he was happy to see some familiar faces. He titled his head slightly in confusion as he saw someone that had accompanied Anarchylight through the portal. "Is that one of your friends, Anarchy? Are they here to check out how the race works? If they are feeling hungry or thirsty, there are some vendor's over on the side. As for your number, I definitely got one for you. You have number 71 for this year's competition. That will be one free hug and good luck in the race today!"

On 2025-09-02 at 12:45 PM, Moonlight Wane said:

@Dynamo Pad

Moonlight arrives at the gathering place and looks at the sky with concern. "Hey, Dyny," he says as he approaches the blue unicorn. "What's with the weather? It's not gonna be raining, is it?"

@Wizard

"Hey, Titanium!" He walks up to the mare and gives her a hug. "Glad you're here! I was worried you would be busy with art and stuff, and I wouldn't have a chance to outrun you this year!"

Perking his ears up at his familiar nickname being called, the gaming unicorn turned to see a familiar blue bat pony. "Moonlight! I knew you wouldn't pass up on the Running of the Leaves. I remember how much fun you and everyone had last year. Even though it looked like it go a little chaotic from a certain Draconequus." He chuckled slightly at the memory, while wondering if the master of chaos would try to bring his fun back once more. Upon the mention of the weather, Dynamo couldn't help himself as he turned his attention towards the sky. "To be honest, I'm really not too sure, myself. I did let Rainbow and the weather team that the weather was to be sunny skies for the race. I did send the letter in a week or two ago to give them a heads up in case something changed. As for rain, I really hope not. I did send out a notice to everyone, but I admit it was a sort of last minute notice. Not the best option I had done, but hopefully we'll be okay." Dynamo says, bringing his attention back towards the bat pony. "Are you also interested in taking part again? If so, then I do have you on the list as your number is 28. That will be one free hug, of course and good luck in today's race."

On 2025-09-02 at 2:49 PM, Iridescent Edge said:

*Iridescent Edge arrives at the location of the event. He’s not wearing any gear as that would just slow him down. As he looks around, he notices how serious the other racers look and starts to feel a pang of nervousness rise up in his chest. Iridescent glances back and forth at the other contestants until his eyes wonder to the sky. Iri notices the dark nimbostratus clouds overhead and quirks his head to the side. Aren’t races supposed to be cancelled when it rains? One of Iridescent’s hooves drags across the ground as he ponders this. He stands there for a couple more seconds before he notices the host of the race sitting at a stand and handing out numbers for the participants. Iridescent Edge adjusts his mane for maximum first impression potential before walking up to the table.* ”Ahem…Hi. My name’s Iridescent Edge. Um, I’m here for my number.” *Iridescent speaks while resting a hoof on the table and putting on a friendly, non threatening face. Though, his eyebrows are subtly tilted outwards.*

Returning to his table, Dynamo kept his eyes peeled for anyone that wished to sign up. Off to the side, the gaming unicorn noticed an ebony unicorn with a mane and tail that looked like the colors of a rainbow. Taking notice of the now known Iridescent Edge's hoof resting on the table, Dynamo looked up and gave the unicorn a smile with a nod. "Hey Iridescent and it's great to meet you. My name is Dynamo Pad, but my friends call me Dynamo. I'm glad that you were able to make it and that you were interested in the event. Let's see..." Dynamo says, flipping through the numbers to verify Iridescent's name being on the sign up list. After a moment of searching, the gaming unicorn pulled out a sheet, before presenting it to Iridescent. "Aha! Here we are! Your number for the event is 93! That will be one free hug, please! If that's okay, of course as hugs are optional. Good luck in today's race!"

On 2025-09-02 at 5:30 PM, Starry Point said:

Starry Point waded through the small crowd of ponies beginning to cluster around the race start, uttering a few hurried "excuse mes" as she pushed ahead. The air was cool and moist, and looking up, the lanky white pegacorn could see ominous clouds brewing in the sky. Oh, I hope my first Running of the Leaves isn't rained out, she thought worriedly to herself, searching the rows of colorful stands and tents for the sign-in table. Finally, she found it about thirty yards away, flanked on either side by food vendors who were already serving their wares to hungry ponies. She wormed her way out of the mob, taking care not to take anypony's eye out with her horn as she trotted over to the table. A blue batpony was already there, talking with the also-blue stallion that stood behind it. Starry stepped behind the second pony in line, a grey stallion with an iridescent mane, and patiently waited for the others to finish getting their numbers.

 

@Dynamo Pad @Iridescent Edge @Nitobit 

After handing Iridescent his number, Dynamo noticed a white pegacorn that had been weaving and wading through the crowd of ponies and creatures that had arrived to either watch or take part in the race. The gaming unicorn had noticed the hustling and bustling townsfolk getting themselves food and/or beverages, before going to find open seats. 'It's great to see that so many are looking forward to the race. I just hope it doesn't get canceled due to the rain.' He thought as the pegacorn had finally reached the sign up table. "Hello and it's great to meet you. Are you here to take part in the race? There's still plenty of time to sign up and take part if you're interested. What is your name?" He asks, levitating his clipboard with all the names he had received on who would be taking part today.

22 hours ago, Princess Velvet Priscilla said:

*Velvet Priscilla arrives at the location of the event. Since it's her first event, she's unsure about what the track look like. She's not wearing her dress nor her beach outfit, otherwise it'll be to weird for her and thought that would not fit in the event. As she looks around, she sees other racers are competing in this race, feeling confident and thought to herself:* "No matter if I'm in last or first, it's still worth it for this season." *Priscilla glances back and forth at the other contestants to find her friend, @Iridescent Edge, until her eyes wonder to the sky. She thought to herself again as she looks at the dark, nimbostratus clouds:* "I hope it doesn't rain in the middle of the event, that'll be bad.", *felling a little nervousness about the weather. She then glanced at the host taking the number to the contestants. She proceeds to join in the line, waiting patiently for her number. After a little bit of time, it's her turn.* "Hello, @Dynamo Pad! My name's Velvet Priscilla. I'm here to get my number."

As he waited patiently for the white pegacorn's name, the gaming unicorn was greeted with the appearance of an orange unicorn with a magenta and white mane and a blue and white tail. He thought he saw the orange alicorn glancing up at the sky. It seemed that he wasn't the only one that was worried about the weather. He hoped that he'd get an update soon as the race was still a go. Trying to cast any doubt or worry aside, he greeted the mare with a kind smile. "Hello, Velvet! It's nice to meet you! Let me see..." He searched through the names on his clipboard, as well as flipping through the numbers next to him. When he found the number he was looking for, he pulled the paper from the list as he presented it to Velvet. "Here we go! Eeyup! Velvet Priscilla and your number is 54! That will be one free hug, please! If that's okay, of course. Hugs are optional." He explained as he was someone that always loved hugs.

18 hours ago, Samurai Equine said:

The event looks so stunning and lively, even with the ominous clouds in the sky! The chatter of the crowd, the smell of fresh food, the pageantry of it all~! It was enough to get any pony in the spirit of things.
This includes a casually dressed mouse that has crawled into a cone of cotton candy and began munching on the sweet pink treat.

But trotting up to the other participants comes the visitor from Japone, Samurai Equine! Last time he sported a fire fighter outfit, but this time he comes wearing a fancy jacket that only some might recognize.

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As he approaches, he happily bobs his head while singing a song to himself. "Oh boy, but don't you ever forget. You are never fighting alone! Look around you, you see us on your side. Because, you're the true hero~ Let's go! CartRang-" But he stops himself when he sees familiar faces. He takes a moment to wave at @Wizard Titanium, @ComanderZhabikKlavik Anarchylight, and @Nitobit Moonlight. "Yosha! Good to see some familiar faces returning the 2nd time." Samurai also sees the new faces and bows to them.

He takes only a moment to stop at the food stand. If they have a sports drink, he'll gladly pay for one of those. "Hmm... Could have sworn my little mouse friend followed me here. But now I can't seem to find her. Oh well."

Last on his list of things to do, Samurai tracks down @Dynamo Pad Dynamo. "Ah, good to see my old friend is in charge of this event once more."

After handing out his number to Priscilla, Dynamo noticed a familiar face making their way towards the sing up station. With a gasp and a grin, Dynamo was feeling ecstatic as he saw @Samurai Equine making his way towards both him and the others that were near the sign up station. "Onii-San! Welcome back and it's really great to see you again!" He exclaimed, gasping in surprise at the jacket that the unicorn was wearing. "Wait a minute. Is that a Red Racer jacket from Gekisou Sentai, or Racing Squadron, Carranger?" He had remembered hearing about that, but remembered the series under a different name. "That jacket looks really cool and very fitting for the race. Sounds like somepony is on the track as he races towards victory." He wiggled his eyebrows at his double pun. He could imagine the puns were not the best, but he chuckled as he was still proud of the puns regardless. "After last year's race, I couldn't pass up on taking part in it again. Now the question is, will my big brother take part once more?" He had a feeling he knew of the answer, but still looked through his clipboard. After finding his name and searching through the numbers, the gaming unicorn gave Samurai his paper. "Here you are, Onii-san! Your number will be 44 for the race. That will be one free hug, please and good luck in the race today!"

2 hours ago, Dupluna said:

Dupluna finally arrives at the starting location of the race. Ooh! This is so exciting! she says to herself, and begins trying to find @Dynamo PadAs Dupluna makes her way through the crown of cheering fans, exhilarated ponies, and faithful friends, she notices a large line of ponies, changelings, hippogriffs, and more standing next to the concession stand with all sorts of treats from Sugarcube corner. 

Oh, a food stand! I wonder if they have lunar donuts available? Dupluna questioned, and ran towards the line. As she got in to wait for amazing snacks that smelled as good as they looked, Dupluna remembered a tip from "Egghead's Guide to Running" that she finished reading yesterday. 

Never, ever eat before a race, the guide read. "Seriously?" she said loudly, and accidentally stepped on the tail of somepony before her. He gave her an annoyed look, and Dupluna, with a nervous smile and a "sorry," stepped out of the line and towards the table with @Dynamo Pad and other hosters. 

As he was conversing and catching up with new and familiar faces, Dynamo had taken notice of a pony out of the corner of his eye. It was a dark blue unicorn with a blue mane and tail, who was making her way over towards the sign up station. Excusing himself to allow them to make their way up, Dynamo gave the dark blue unicorn a smile. "Hello and it's nice to meet you. Are you here to sign up for today's Running of the Leaves race? If so, then I can happily help out by giving you a number. What is your name?" He asks, pulling out his clipboard in a levitation spell to check for their name being on the list. 

[Samurai Equine 56,328]

Samurai waves at @Iridescent Edge Iridescent, @SidewinderX Starry, @PrincessPriscillaPT Velvet, and @Livealarm Dupluna. "Good to see new faces at this event. I wish you all the best of luck. I'll be giving it my all too!"

22 hours ago, Anarchylight said:

*Anarchylight notices @Samurai Equine. She waves her hoof at him and says,

"Hi Samurai!"

Samurai smiles and waves back. "Good to see you again, Anarchylight! Weren't you one of the top racers in last year's event?" Samurai thinks back to good times.

8 hours ago, Dupluna said:

Dupluna finally arrives at the starting location of the race. Ooh! This is so exciting! she says to herself, and begins trying to find @Dynamo PadAs Dupluna makes her way through the crown of cheering fans, exhilarated ponies, and faithful friends, she notices a large line of ponies, changelings, hippogriffs, and more standing next to the concession stand with all sorts of treats from Sugarcube corner. 

Oh, a food stand! I wonder if they have lunar donuts available? Dupluna questioned, and ran towards the line. As she got in to wait for amazing snacks that smelled as good as they looked, Dupluna remembered a tip from "Egghead's Guide to Running" that she finished reading yesterday. 

Never, ever eat before a race, the guide read. "Seriously?" she said loudly, and accidentally stepped on the tail of somepony before her. He gave her an annoyed look, and Dupluna, with a nervous smile and a "sorry," stepped out of the line and towards the table with @Dynamo Pad and other hosters. 

A very cute and casually dressed mouse pops its head out of the cotton candy. It tilts its head and notices Dupluna.

Spoiler

Climbing out, the mouse scurries around the food at the food stand, making sure not to get caught or seen.
Moments later, it appears and scurries up to Dupluna, getting her attention with a bunch of cute little squeaks.
Once the mouse has Dupluna's attention, it uses CARTOON PHYSICS to pull out a full-sized donut from its pocket, and offers it to Dupluna with a smile.

6 hours ago, Dynamo Pad said:

After handing out his number to Priscilla, Dynamo noticed a familiar face making their way towards the sing up station. With a gasp and a grin, Dynamo was feeling ecstatic as he saw @Samurai Equine making his way towards both him and the others that were near the sign up station. "Onii-San! Welcome back and it's really great to see you again!" He exclaimed, gasping in surprise at the jacket that the unicorn was wearing. "Wait a minute. Is that a Red Racer jacket from Gekisou Sentai, or Racing Squadron, Carranger?" He had remembered hearing about that, but remembered the series under a different name. "That jacket looks really cool and very fitting for the race. Sounds like somepony is on the track as he races towards victory." He wiggled his eyebrows at his double pun. He could imagine the puns were not the best, but he chuckled as he was still proud of the puns regardless. "After last year's race, I couldn't pass up on taking part in it again. Now the question is, will my big brother take part once more?" He had a feeling he knew of the answer, but still looked through his clipboard. After finding his name and searching through the numbers, the gaming unicorn gave Samurai his paper. "Here you are, Onii-san! Your number will be 44 for the race. That will be one free hug, please and good luck in the race today!"

"Wouldn't miss this for the world, otouto-san! I have to be there to support my friends." Samurai begins, but then notices Dynamo's interest in the jacket. With a smirk, Samurai momentarily stands upright and strikes the signature pose. "Fighting For Traffic Safety!" He gets back to a normal standing position. "...Or something like that. But I am glad you like it! I knew a guy who was selling these. I got a Shinken Red jacket and a Time Fire jacket, but this felt the most fitting for the event." Samurai takes his number. "44? Not the number I was expecting, but I'll still do my best. Guess you were expecting me to be here." Samurai gives Dynamo that hug and then puts on his number.

[Moonlight Wane]

9 hours ago, Dynamo Pad said:

Perking his ears up at his familiar nickname being called, the gaming unicorn turned to see a familiar blue bat pony. "Moonlight! I knew you wouldn't pass up on the Running of the Leaves. I remember how much fun you and everyone had last year. Even though it looked like it go a little chaotic from a certain Draconequus." He chuckled slightly at the memory, while wondering if the master of chaos would try to bring his fun back once more. Upon the mention of the weather, Dynamo couldn't help himself as he turned his attention towards the sky. "To be honest, I'm really not too sure, myself. I did let Rainbow and the weather team that the weather was to be sunny skies for the race. I did send the letter in a week or two ago to give them a heads up in case something changed. As for rain, I really hope not. I did send out a notice to everyone, but I admit it was a sort of last minute notice. Not the best option I had done, but hopefully we'll be okay." Dynamo says, bringing his attention back towards the bat pony. "Are you also interested in taking part again? If so, then I do have you on the list as your number is 28. That will be one free hug, of course and good luck in today's race."

"Oh, absolutely. I wouldn't miss it for anything!" Moonlight takes his number and places it on his flank, before giving Dynamo a hug. "Thanks Dyny." He then walks away towards vendor stalls, to see what they have to offer.

[Anarchylight]

11 hours ago, Dynamo Pad said:

"Anarchylight! It's great to see you again! It looks like we got some returning racer's from last year's competition!" He grinned as he was happy to see some familiar faces. He titled his head slightly in confusion as he saw someone that had accompanied Anarchylight through the portal. "Is that one of your friends, Anarchy? Are they here to check out how the race works? If they are feeling hungry or thirsty, there are some vendor's over on the side. As for your number, I definitely got one for you. You have number 71 for this year's competition. That will be one free hug and good luck in the race today!"

Anarchylight: "It's good to see you too @Dynamo Pad! Yes, this is my friend MGE Sniper, he's here to watch the race. Oh, there's drinks and food!"

*Anarchylight turns her head towards the vendors then looks back at Dynamo.

Anarchylight: "I think MGE Sniper will like this and I wouldn't mind eating before the race either."

*Anarchylight takes her number

Anarchylight: "This number has my favorite number 7 in it. Thanks for the number!"

*Anarchylight hugs Dynamo and then hears @Samurai Equine, she turns to him.

6 hours ago, Samurai Equine said:

Samurai smiles and waves back. "Good to see you again, Anarchylight! Weren't you one of the top racers in last year's event?" Samurai thinks back to good times.

Anarchylight: "Yes, I got 2nd place in the last race, even though I wasn't aiming for the win."

*Anarchylight walked up to MGE Sniper and told him.

Anarchylight: "We can go to the vendor stalls and get some food or drinks."

[liujiadong 854]

This is the first time Sunshine Rising has participated in the competition.She wanna get the number.

[MGE Sniper]

*MGE Sniper looked at Anarchylight and smiled.

MGE Sniper: "Great, I don't mind buying some food and drinks, let's go to the vendor stalls."

*Anarchylight and MGE Sniper came to the vendor stalls. 

[Silverspark]

Teleporting into the area for the second time, two small fillies, Silverspark and Brightspark, appeared. The Spark Twins stood side by side, ready to sign up for the race. “Hey everypony, we are back!” said Silverspark as she stood in front of Dyno's desk.

[Princess Velvet Priscilla]

On 2025-09-04 at 5:33 AM, Dynamo Pad said:

"... That will be one free hug, please! If that's okay, of course. Hugs are optional."

Sure, why not?
*hugs @Dynamo Pad*

[Dynamo Pad 11,834]

On 2025-09-03 at 11:50 PM, Samurai Equine said:

"Wouldn't miss this for the world, otouto-san! I have to be there to support my friends." Samurai begins, but then notices Dynamo's interest in the jacket. With a smirk, Samurai momentarily stands upright and strikes the signature pose. "Fighting For Traffic Safety!" He gets back to a normal standing position. "...Or something like that. But I am glad you like it! I knew a guy who was selling these. I got a Shinken Red jacket and a Time Fire jacket, but this felt the most fitting for the event." Samurai takes his number. "44? Not the number I was expecting, but I'll still do my best. Guess you were expecting me to be here." Samurai gives Dynamo that hug and then puts on his number.

On 2025-09-03 at 11:50 PM, Samurai Equine said:

Climbing out, the mouse scurries around the food at the food stand, making sure not to get caught or seen.
Moments later, it appears and scurries up to Dupluna, getting her attention with a bunch of cute little squeaks.
Once the mouse has Dupluna's attention, it uses CARTOON PHYSICS to pull out a full-sized donut from its pocket, and offers it to Dupluna with a smile.

 

"It's still great to see you again. It feels like it's been far too long. We have to catch up after the race." Dynamo grinned as his eyes sparkled with glee from Samurai's pose. "The Carranger pose! Especially with the jacket, I think you pulled the pose off perfectly! I've been working on a pose too, but something different. That, and I've been working on a dance from one of the latest series I've been seeing! I hope that you, myself and some others can pull off the dance together!" He exclaimed, geeking out as he hopped in place as he felt ecstatic. "I actually didn't know they were selling some of the jackets. I've heard of Shinken Red and Time Fire, so I can imagine those jackets look just as amazing as the one you chose." Dynamo says, nodding as he gave his older brother figure an apologetic expression. "It would have been cool if it was a number I was thinking of, but still. I know that you'll be do great, Onii-San!" He smiled as he received a hug from Samurai.

As a mouse was seen scurrying up to Dupluna, the gaming unicorn blinked in both surprise and confusion upon seeing the full-sized donut appearing from seemingly out of nowhere. "Speaking of expecting, I wasn't expecting that. How did this mouse get here? Did she come with you, Onii-San, or has she always been here in Ponyville?"

On 2025-09-04 at 3:59 AM, Moonlight Wane said:

"Oh, absolutely. I wouldn't miss it for anything!" Moonlight takes his number and places it on his flank, before giving Dynamo a hug. "Thanks Dyny." He then walks away towards vendor stalls, to see what they have to offer.

"I don't blame you for saying that. After the race from last year, I remember you, Titanium and some of the others were taking the lead back and forth at various points. I can only imagine it'll be just as epic as last time. I made sure to set the course up a little differently this time." His eyes glanced from side to side, before leaning closely into Moonlight's ear. All the while, making sure that nobody would hear him whisper. "I even got some more volunteers to help out with some of the race. Just like with Pinkie, Applejack and Fluttrshy, but it'll be a little more different. So, that means there will be even more fun challenges." He whispered, before quickly backing away so as to not draw any suspicion. "Yay~! You're welcome, Moonlight!" He smiled as he given a hug by his bat pony friend.

On 2025-09-04 at 5:54 AM, Anarchylight said:

Anarchylight: "It's good to see you too @Dynamo Pad! Yes, this is my friend MGE Sniper, he's here to watch the race. Oh, there's drinks and food!"

*Anarchylight turns her head towards the vendors then looks back at Dynamo.

Anarchylight: "I think MGE Sniper will like this and I wouldn't mind eating before the race either."

*Anarchylight takes her number

Anarchylight: "This number has my favorite number 7 in it. Thanks for the number!"

On 2025-09-04 at 8:05 AM, MGE Sniper said:

*MGE Sniper looked at Anarchylight and smiled.

MGE Sniper: "Great, I don't mind buying some food and drinks, let's go to the vendor stalls."

*Anarchylight and MGE Sniper came to the vendor stalls. 

"It's really nice to meet MGE Sniper and I think that's more than okay. There's plenty of seats in the stands over there." Dynamo says, pointing over towards the stands past the food vendors. There were even some ponies and other creatures finding seats. "Which means that your friend can sit back, relax and enjoy the race. There's also plenty of food and beverages to be had. Just make sure not to eat too much, or you won't be able to race really well." He advised as he wanted to help as he had ran once on a full stomach. Just before breaking out into a spin and flew through the local arcade. Something he admit wasn't the best combination, but a lesson fully learned. "Awesome! I don't think I learned that number 7 was one of your favorite numbers. That number is a number I like, as well. You're welcome on the number and good luck to you!"

On 2025-09-04 at 5:55 AM, liujiadong said:

This is the first time Sunshine Rising has participated in the competition.She wanna get the number.

As he was catching up with everyone and helping out with numbers, the gaming unicorn was met with a white unicorn mare with a pink mane and tail and had a gold earring in her ear. Offering a kind smile, Dynamo waved the mare over as it looked like she was trying to get a number. "Hello and welcome! It's nice to meet you! My name is Dynamo Pad, but my friends call me Dynamo. Are you interested in participating in The Running of the Leaves? If so, then I can help you in getting a number. What's your name?" He asks, flipping through the pages of his clipboard to make sure this new participant was on the list.

On 2025-09-04 at 2:44 PM, Silverspark said:

Teleporting into the area for the second time, two small fillies, Silverspark and Brightspark, appeared. The Spark Twins stood side by side, ready to sign up for the race. “Hey everypony, we are back!” said Silverspark as she stood in front of Dyno's desk.

As he was helping with handing out the number for the mare that he had met, Dynamo was momentarily caught off guard from the flash of a teleportation spell. Appearing before his desk, the gaming unicorn gasped in surprise as he saw both @Silverspark184 Silverspark and Brightspark had made their appearance. "Silver! Bright! It's really great to see you both again! It's been way too long! How are you both doing? I'm guessing that you are both here to take part in the race? If so, then I've got your both on the list right here!" He flipped through the pages of the clipboard and grabbed the numbers. All before, handing the numbers to both twins. "Here you both go! Silver has number 43 and Bright has number 66! That will be one free hug from both of you, please. If that's okay, of course. Tackle hugs are also allowed."

6 hours ago, Princess Velvet Priscilla said:

Sure, why not?
*hugs @Dynamo Pad*

Dynamo smiled brightly as he was given a hug by @PrincessPriscillaPT. "Yay~! Thank you Velvet! One can't go wrong with hugs. Especially hugs, hugs and more hugs!" He exclaimed with a chuckle as he returned the hug. "If you are feeling hungry or thirsty, then there are vendors right around here for you and everyone. We'll be starting the race soon. Just waiting on any other participant in case anypony else wants to sign up for the race."

[Dupluna]

On 2025-09-03 at 6:33 PM, Dynamo Pad said:

As he was conversing and catching up with new and familiar faces, Dynamo had taken notice of a pony out of the corner of his eye. It was a dark blue unicorn with a blue mane and tail, who was making her way over towards the sign up station. Excusing himself to allow them to make their way up, Dynamo gave the dark blue unicorn a smile. "Hello and it's nice to meet you. Are you here to sign up for today's Running of the Leaves race? If so, then I can happily help out by giving you a number. What is your name?" He asks, pulling out his clipboard in a levitation spell to check for their name being on the list. 

"Hi @Dynamo Pad! It's so great to see you leading this wonderful event!" Dupluna greeted happily. "And yes, I am here to sign up for the event. I'm Dupluna, so nice to meet you!" 

On 2025-09-03 at 11:50 PM, Samurai Equine said:

Once the mouse has Dupluna's attention, it uses CARTOON PHYSICS to pull out a full-sized donut from its pocket, and offers it to Dupluna with a smile.

On 2025-09-03 at 6:33 PM, Dynamo Pad said:

Dupluna hears something that sound like a mouse. What? Surely I haven't stepped on somepony? She asks herself and turns to the mouse while @Dynamo Pad is working on getting her a number. 

Dupluna states at the mouse for a moment, and then, finally opens her mouth to speak. "Who are you?"  she asks, raising her eyebrows. 

[Dynamo Pad 11,834]

1 hour ago, Dupluna said:

"Hi @Dynamo Pad! It's so great to see you leading this wonderful event!" Dupluna greeted happily. "And yes, I am here to sign up for the event. I'm Dupluna, so nice to meet you!" 

"It's great to meet you, as well, @Livealarm Dupluna! Let's see..." Dynamo says with a kind smile, before looking at his clipboard to double check for the now known Dupluna's name. After finding her name, the gaming unicorn nods as he finds the paper that held the number he was looking for. "Bingo! You're on the list and your number is number 89! That will be on free hug, please! If that's okay, of course. The hug is optional as I'm somepony that likes hugs. Also, thank you for the kind words. I remember feeling really nervous when it came to last year's race as I've never hosted a race before. However, it was so much fun that I was hoping to host this race again. I do hope that you have a lot of fun and good luck in the event!" Dynamo says, smiling softly from Dupluna's response.

[Samurai Equine 56,328]

On 2025-09-04 at 7:05 AM, MGE Sniper said:

*MGE Sniper looked at Anarchylight and smiled.

MGE Sniper: "Great, I don't mind buying some food and drinks, let's go to the vendor stalls."

*Anarchylight and MGE Sniper came to the vendor stalls. 

Samurai waves and MGE Sniper. "Hello there! Good luck in the event."

On 2025-09-04 at 1:44 PM, Silverspark said:

Teleporting into the area for the second time, two small fillies, Silverspark and Brightspark, appeared. The Spark Twins stood side by side, ready to sign up for the race. “Hey everypony, we are back!” said Silverspark as she stood in front of Dyno's desk.

Samurai waves at Silverspark and Brightspark. "Greetings! It's good to see you both again this year."

5 hours ago, Dynamo Pad said:

"It's still great to see you again. It feels like it's been far too long. We have to catch up after the race." Dynamo grinned as his eyes sparkled with glee from Samurai's pose. "The Carranger pose! Especially with the jacket, I think you pulled the pose off perfectly! I've been working on a pose too, but something different. That, and I've been working on a dance from one of the latest series I've been seeing! I hope that you, myself and some others can pull off the dance together!" He exclaimed, geeking out as he hopped in place as he felt ecstatic. "I actually didn't know they were selling some of the jackets. I've heard of Shinken Red and Time Fire, so I can imagine those jackets look just as amazing as the one you chose." Dynamo says, nodding as he gave his older brother figure an apologetic expression. "It would have been cool if it was a number I was thinking of, but still. I know that you'll be do great, Onii-San!" He smiled as he received a hug from Samurai.

As a mouse was seen scurrying up to Dupluna, the gaming unicorn blinked in both surprise and confusion upon seeing the full-sized donut appearing from seemingly out of nowhere. "Speaking of expecting, I wasn't expecting that. How did this mouse get here? Did she come with you, Onii-San, or has she always been here in Ponyville?"

"Dance? Oh, the dance..." Samurai takes a moment to think about how it goes, doing a few of the dance steps, though some of them were out of order. "Maybe we can work on it after the race."

He notices Dynamo looking at something. "Hmm...?"

3 hours ago, Dupluna said:

"Hi @Dynamo Pad! It's so great to see you leading this wonderful event!" Dupluna greeted happily. "And yes, I am here to sign up for the event. I'm Dupluna, so nice to meet you!" 

Dupluna hears something that sound like a mouse. What? Surely I haven't stepped on somepony? She asks herself and turns to the mouse while @Dynamo Pad is working on getting her a number. 

Dupluna states at the mouse for a moment, and then, finally opens her mouth to speak. "Who are you?"  she asks, raising her eyebrows. 

The mouse squeaks in fear, dropping the donut and running away, climbing up Samurai's shoulder. "Oh, there you are, my friend! Everypony, say hello to my little mouse friend that I picked up along the way here. She is harmless; she is just looking for some cheese. I have been calling her Moushley." Samurai explains. Moushley looks over at @Dynamo Pad Dynamo and tilts her head.

[liujiadong 854]

7 hours ago, Dynamo Pad said:

 

 

As he was catching up with everyone and helping out with numbers, the gaming unicorn was met with a white unicorn mare with a pink mane and tail and had a gold earring in her ear. Offering a kind smile, Dynamo waved the mare over as it looked like she was trying to get a number. "Hello and welcome! It's nice to meet you! My name is Dynamo Pad, but my friends call me Dynamo. Are you interested in participating in The Running of the Leaves? If so, then I can help you in getting a number. What's your name?" He asks, flipping through the pages of his clipboard to make sure this new participant was on the list.

Sunshine:"Yes, nice to meet you,Dynamo. I would like to participate in the competition.And you can call me Sunshine."She's both nervous and excited now.

[Moonlight Wane]

20 hours ago, Dynamo Pad said:

"I don't blame you for saying that. After the race from last year, I remember you, Titanium and some of the others were taking the lead back and forth at various points. I can only imagine it'll be just as epic as last time. I made sure to set the course up a little differently this time." His eyes glanced from side to side, before leaning closely into Moonlight's ear. All the while, making sure that nobody would hear him whisper. "I even got some more volunteers to help out with some of the race. Just like with Pinkie, Applejack and Fluttrshy, but it'll be a little more different. So, that means there will be even more fun challenges." He whispered, before quickly backing away so as to not draw any suspicion. "Yay~! You're welcome, Moonlight!" He smiled as he given a hug by his bat pony friend.

"Awesome! I love a good challenge. Can't wait."

On 2025-09-03 at 5:22 AM, Samurai Equine said:

He takes a moment to wave at @Wizard Titanium, @ComanderZhabikKlavik Anarchylight, and @Nitobit Moonlight. "Yosha! Good to see some familiar faces returning the 2nd time." Samurai also sees the new faces and bows to them.

14 hours ago, Samurai Equine said:

The mouse squeaks in fear, dropping the donut and running away, climbing up Samurai's shoulder. "Oh, there you are, my friend! Everypony, say hello to my little mouse friend that I picked up along the way here. She is harmless; she is just looking for some cheese. I have been calling her Moushley." Samurai explains. Moushley looks over at @Dynamo Pad Dynamo and tilts her head.

Moonlight waves at his friend. "Hi Samurai! Good to see you too! You got a new mouse companion? Is she also racing?" He laughed. "Hi little one. I would give you some cheese, but I don't have any."

[Dynamo Pad 11,834]

18 hours ago, liujiadong said:

Sunshine:"Yes, nice to meet you,Dynamo. I would like to participate in the competition.And you can call me Sunshine."She's both nervous and excited now.

It's nice to meet you too and awesome! it's nice to meet you, as well, Sunshine! Now, let's see." Dynamo says, checking his clipboard, before coming across the name that he was looking for. As he went through the list of numbers that were available, the blue unicorn smiled as he found the exact number for Sunshine. "Aha! There we go! Sunshine Rising, right? I found you on the list and you're good to go for the race! You have number 11. That will be one free hug and good luck on the race! If that's okay, of course. I wanted to let everyone know who's competing that hugs are optional as I'm somepony that likes hugs, as well as tackle hugs." Dynamo says with a kind smile as he levitated the paper holding the number over to Sunshine.

4 hours ago, Moonlight Wane said:

"Awesome! I love a good challenge. Can't wait."

"Same here! Got to try and spice up the race every now and then. I hope that and everyone enjoys the fun to be had." Dynamo says, smiling as he was happy to see the enthusiasm of both Moonlight and the other racers.