Scootaloo Crippled

[PlunderSteed 1,252]

it might become another derpy incident.

 

I'm sure Hasbro is still gunshy about that idiotic incident. If they address childhood disabilities (of a much more prominent character, no less), they will probably do so tactfully and with purpose.

[Thunderbolt 35]

I can see how this could turn into another derpy incident, but if you think about it, how can a crippled filly be offending to someone? There are kids in real life that have disorders and things and can't do normal things like walking, talking, etc.

 

If this was an episode of mlp and those overly protective parents who nearly took our beloved derpy away were offended, then they just are wrong in the head.

 

They complained about derpy, and the same applies for Scootaloo (if someone was to complain), isn't part of friendship having to accept there are people who are different and they can't help they were born that way?

[NavelColt 22,878]

Wow, so much drama over an idea.

 

Even though her word doesn't mean canon anymore, I do think the crippled approach makes for an interesting story. Certainly more than 'oh, she just hasn't learned how to fly yet'. That's my approach to it as a writer, as the former is simply a less cliche and less uneventful explanation to the problem. I love Scoots but even if it were canon that she was crippled, who cares? Her thing is her scooter skills, anyway. Maybe I'd be sad that I'd never see Dash teaching her how to fly, but all the same, it's just another approach to her apparent problem, and I don't have an issue with it.

[Regality 233]

Oh wow, that's so sad if it is true. If she really is crippled, that'd explain why the scooter is her (undiscovered) talent I guess.

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Edited August 21, 2012 by VOODOO

[Ink 191]

Well, it makes sense for her to ride a scooter if she can't fly... I still think it's sort of rough for a children's show, so it's probably not going to be mentioned in show. Could be wrong, of course, what with Hasbro catering more to bronies these days.

[Ajay 10]

interesting, I guess that may be why Scootaloo has yet to have a good background story.

until she has a story line mainly revolving around her, I will continue to think of her as the weakest of the CMC.

not that I dislike the character, just that I dislike the lack of development when compared to Apple Bloom and Sweetie Belle

[Batbrony 16,043]

Oh buck me, I feel so bad now for calling Scoots a chicken!!! That's... wow, that's awkward to say the least.

 

Oh wow, that's sad, but also a fantastic idea for the show! I'm not gonna lie, I'm glad that, with Lauren gone, it's "technically" not set in stone now, or anything, because like Chaotic Discord said, I'd be happy with really either concept. I think it'd be equally awesome to see an episode in which she learns how to fly or see an episode in which she coped with her inability to fly. I'm certainly not opposed to the idea, or anything, just a little shocked still, that's all; maybe the concept of her being crippled had crossed my mind once or twice, but I didn't actually ever imagine that Scoots was actually designed that way!!! Gosh dang!!! Ya know, with that in mind, suddenly it doesn't seem too far fetched that Scootaloo might actually be an orphan! Oh man, I'd feel so bad for that poor little filly if both of these scenarios became canon!!! Ah well, I just hope we get a Scootaloo episode this season, no matter what becomes canon!!! It's time for Scoots to have her own shining moment!!!

 

[brian577 120]

Ya know, with that in mind, suddenly it doesn't seem too far fetched that Scootaloo might actually be an orphan! Oh man, I'd feel so bad for that poor little filly if both of these scenarios became canon!!!

If they choose to go with either of those scenarios I don't think they'll touch the other. It's one thing to maker her an orphan or to make her disabled but making her both would just be cruel. Even if Hasbro is willing to allow either I don't think they'd allow both. Edited August 21, 2012 by brian577

[Caitlin Spark 142]

I just hope it isnt true because she is one of the best pony's (shes like me in some ways) besides rainbow dash and pinkie pie

[pyro pie 68]

But wait... Chickens don't fly. How is she crippled?

 

All joking aside, that is rather unfortunate. However, this could also be used as the plot for an episode. Steampunk flying machine anyone?

[Dave247 568]

I also think it's an interesting idea and would give a lot of depth to to a character that has almost none. If tey were going to go along that path though as it is a touchy subject they would have to be careful how they portray the character but after Derpy I don't think they'll make the same mistake again.

 

Also to leave it on a high note they could have her still somehow fly at the end (most likely with help) and that would make for a truly moving episode which is something they haven't done before.

[Leon 27]

Poor Scootaloo, that must be really hard not being able to fly. But that might make her character more special then the rest, one little difference from the other ponies and it really makes them stand out! :3 Kinda like with the whole Derpy scene, the fandom saw that her eyes were not like the rest and they gave her massively more attention. ^.^

[Dusty Soul 2,611]

You know I actually like this idea (I'm not a horrible person). I think the show could benefit from this and make it a big part of an episode.

[pactor 29]

SInce they didn't mention this in the show she still might be able to fly. However if they did decide to go with her being crippled it would be interesting, it would kinda come out of nowhere since they never mentioned it before.

[Brook 663]

Wow, really? Well that kinda sucks.

 

I think it would make an interesting episode though, even without the whole cripple thing, just to have an episode about Scootaloo not being able to fly. Does she even WANT to fly for that matter?

[Unexard 50]

Well the idea of having a crippled pony could make a great episodes about handicaps and stuff. That could teach kids to respect and appreciate people with limited capabilities.

 

On another note... WHHHHHYYYYYYYYYYY SCOOTALOOOOOO WHYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY DDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD:

Edited August 21, 2012 by Unexard

[Carolina 212]

I think those episodes sound like pretty good ideas, actually. Having a character with a handicap and an episode focusing on it could work really well, provided they approach it in a sympathetic, sensitive manner. Other children's shows have focused on disabilities, as well. I know the show Arthur has several characters with disabilities and episodes dedicated to them. I suppose Arthur might be intended for a slightly older audience than MLP (maybe? Not sure...), but both are rated TV Y and both air on educational networks, so if Arthur could do it (multiple times and with actual real world disabilities such as Autism and Dyslexia), I don't see why FiM can't do the same. It certainly would give Scootaloo much needed character development.

Edited August 21, 2012 by Carolina

[NavelColt 22,878]

I think those episodes sound like pretty good ideas, actually. Having a character with a handicap and an episode focusing on it could work really well, provided they approach it in a sympathetic, sensitive manner. Other children's shows have focused on disabilities, as well. I know the show Arthur has several characters with disabilities and episodes dedicated to them. I suppose Arthur might be intended for a slightly older audience than MLP (maybe? Not sure...), but both are rated TV Y and both air on educational networks, so if Arthur could do it (multiple times and with actual real world disabilities such as Autism and Dyslexia), I don't see why FiM can't do the same. It certainly would give Scootaloo much needed character development.

 

Eh, I wouldn't say so. Arthur seems to be more about Slice of Life stuff, and has dialogue and story-lines focused a LOT more around simple, casual life lessons. MLP has action adventure and character dialogue that is a lot more realistic, plus monsters and such xP Arthur definitely isn't for an older audience, I wouldn't think. If anything it's the opposite.

 

Other than that I agree with your points, it's been done before, and it certainly would work better as a plot idea than 'she just hasn't learned how to fly yet', like I mentioned in an earlier post. But I'm still doubtful they'd do it.

[Carolina 212]

Yeah, that's true. Arthur's plot stucture (if you could call it that) is more slice-of-life and it is meant to be much more realistic than MLP (aside from the fact that everyone is an anthropomorphic animal, it is basically set in the "real world" and as such, real life problems exist there). I actually think it goes a little over-the-top with its quantity of "very special episodes," (aside from the two disability episodes mentioned, they also had one about cancer, one about Buster's asthma and one in which the kids' school was burned down) but this could just be because it is a really long-running show and they are running out of ideas.

 

I think having Scootaloo confront her disability (even though it isn't a real world one) might be a good lesson for kids.

 

Also, about the age of the audience, I'm not entirely sure, but I think Arthur mostly appeals to grade school/middle school kids, while MLP, although it can appeal to anyone, is suited for even younger kids.

[NavelColt 22,878]

Yeah, that's true. Arthur's plot stucture (if you could call it that) is more slice-of-life and it is meant to be much more realistic than MLP (aside from the fact that everyone is an anthropomorphic animal, it is basically set in the "real world" and as such, real life problems exist there). I actually think it goes a little over-the-top with its quantity of "very special episodes," (aside from the two disability episodes mentioned, they also had one about cancer, one about Buster's asthma and one in which the kids' school was burned down) but this could just be because it is a really long-running show and they are running out of ideas.

 

I think having Scootaloo confront her disability (even though it isn't a real world one) might be a good lesson for kids.

 

Also, about the age of the audience, I'm not entirely sure, but I think Arthur mostly appeals to grade school/middle school kids, while MLP, although it can appeal to anyone, is suited for even younger kids.

 

I can't picture middle school kids watching Arthur xD Grade school, sure, but I don't see it happening for kids that old.

[000 206]

(laughs) That is a very good way to put it Lauren Faust. But we all know your lying! We know that your making quick facts so you can make all the plot holes go away. But remember, plot holes never go away. . . never. . .

[PonyEcho 1,610]

hhmm it's and interesting idea but this is from Lauren Faust and her word isn't exactly lore, i wont think it as canon until it does for now its just fanon which is fair enough because i always draw Spidermare as Scootaloo anyway so now i feel like this is a good excuse to keep doing that... but i was gonna anyway so myah... myah i say

[Bowser 50]

 

 

What about season three ? :0 Or did you typed season 4 on purpose? Well... I don't know about you, but I'm getting myself another coffee(Sorry about this but I need those damn 100 characters)

 

i said season 4 on purpose because i think it could fit in that season besides season 3 cannot explain everything.

[Halfblood 364]

Interesting. I actually would not mind if this were the absolute case, canon-wise, if it isn't already. I believe having Scoots be handicapped is a creative way to develop her character (as awful as that sounds ), as she will ultimately have to come to terms with her disability. Having to recognize and accept your own personal, physical flaws as an individual does take a certain level of maturity, and or what Faust was quoted saying in the video, "discovering the difference between what you want and what you are good at", which is a great lesson for younger minds to learn.

 

Although this does suck for sweet Scootaloo, this scenario does give her much more depth and exposure, which is the recipe for some fantastic character development.

[Carolina 212]

I can't picture middle school kids watching Arthur xD Grade school, sure, but I don't see it happening for kids that old.

 

True, heh. Middle school might be pushing it. I guess I stopped liking that show when I was in fourth or fifth grade. It started airing when I was in third grade (I think?), the same as the kids in the show. (Although, I still check out the TWOP Arthur thread from time to time for nostalgia-sake, which is how I knew about the disability episodes, etc). Hard to believe it is still on today! It used to be a pretty good show, IIRC, but it does sound like they are running out of ideas, kind of like the Simpsons. I hope MLP has that good of a run (although not to the degree that it runs itself into the ground, of course).

 

Back on topic, I wonder if Apple Bloom and Sweetie Bell know that Scootaloo is handicapped (that is, if the writers choose to take that path). It would be interesting if they started looking at her differently because of this. Not saying that they would be prejudiced against her, but they might either be upset that she didn't tell them sooner or they might start thinking they have to be careful around her and act super nice to her all the time.

Edited August 21, 2012 by Carolina