That Colt 42 September 5, 2012 Share September 5, 2012 The wonderbolts were introduced to the series as the ponys rainbow dash looks up to, however they were shown failing to save rarity in sonic rainboom (although rarity DID kick them and they might of saved her if she didn't) and failing to subdue a mature spike in secret of my ecsses. I think the wonderbolts need an Apperance showing that they truly are the best fliers in equestria, even better than rd, so that rd doesen't seem so overly overpowered, and that what rainbow dash thinks of them is held true. This show says that the wonderbolts are amazing but has not shown it. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silvadel 1,393 September 5, 2012 Share September 5, 2012 The thing though is they are NOT better fliers than Rainbow Dash. They just are a co-ordinated stunt team. RD could fly circles around them. If anything the fact that Rainbow is so much ahead of them and so young is why they have not invited her. Actually I wouldnt be surprised if Celestia told them not to invite RD as well because RD belongs in ponyville and wouldnt like it anyway after a very short period. 1 Silvadel, the Pegasus of Insight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavelColt 22,883 September 5, 2012 Share September 5, 2012 (edited) Overall, I'd agree. I personally want to see more Spitfire, she's an awesome character, and I think she'd play a good role in a Dash-themed episode with Dash trying to impress her or something, but overall, the Wonderbolts could use some more positive involvement. Like you say, the only two non-performance times we've seen them in action, they've failed so that the main characters can shine instead. While that's all fine and dandy, it'd be nice to see them doing something else for a change, because there's just as many plot-lines that could be used with them contributing and succeeding. At least I think. Edited September 5, 2012 by ~Chaotic Discord~ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dusty Soul 2,612 September 5, 2012 Share September 5, 2012 As you can probably tell by my sig and avatar I want more Spitfire... She just seemed like such a good character with a pretty awesome personality that was too good to be kept silent... 1 Soundcloud-------------------Facebook---------------------------Youtube Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regality 233 September 5, 2012 Share September 5, 2012 In my opinion, Rainow Dash is already the best flyer in Equestria. The reason she hasn't joined the Wonderbolts or been proclaimed as the best by Equestria, is due to the fact that it'd take away a portion of the show's story. With Rainbow Dash having joined the Wonderbolts, she'd not be there for the mane6 nearly as much. And if all of Equestria gave her the title of best flyer, she wouldn't have much to aspire to. ~~ 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XUNUSEDXXX 3,459 September 5, 2012 Share September 5, 2012 Really, I never thought about this, but you are kinda right. I have yet to see an episode where the Wonderbolts outside Rainbow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Galex Dj 173 October 13, 2012 Share October 13, 2012 I agree with you, I'm I the alone one wondering why Rainbow Dash is not on the Wonderbolts yet even though she the only pony ever to have the ability to do a sonic RainBoom. Signature by Gone ϟ Airbourne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modphase 1,271 October 13, 2012 Share October 13, 2012 (edited) Ya gotta remember that there was one episode, "Sweet and Elite" where the Wonderbolts didn't have a negative appearance, even thought all they were doing was racing. But you need to remember, MLP focuses on the Main Six, and not background characters. Though I would like to see background characters have their own episodes, if the storyboard writers continue the way their going by only focusing on the Main Six, I don't think we'll have a Wonderbolts episode any time soon. And as for the fact that RD hasn't joined the Wonderbolts yet, that's not going to happen, because like Regality said, she'd be spending more time with the Wonderbolts. And we have to remember, and this is evident in the real world too, that being a professional athlete is not just brawn, if Rainbow were to join the Wonderbolts she would have to say good-bye to her immaturity. Edited October 13, 2012 by Modphase Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Batbrony 16,056 October 13, 2012 Share October 13, 2012 (edited) I don't know if they actually are better than Rainbow Dash, or at least not most of them (which does beg the question, WHY HAVEN'T THEY LET HER JOIN YET?!?!?! ), but I get what you're saying. They get talked up so much, and then whenever they actually try to do something, they always fail!!! They don't even need to steal the show in order to be shown succeeding, they could just be shown working alongside the Mane 6, which would actually be pretty epic. Oh man, that'd be SO AWESOME!!! Edited October 13, 2012 by Batbrony 2 "You'll hunt me. You'll condemn me, set the dogs on me. Because that's what needs to happen. Because sometimes... cupcakes aren't good enough. Sometimes ponies deserve more. Sometimes ponies deserve to have their faith rewarded... with muffins!!!" -The Muffin Mare Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AegisReflector 886 October 13, 2012 Share October 13, 2012 Is it because of their so-called "popularity" and recognition that the show makes them fail when real danger strikes? It kind of puts out that message of "actors/celebrities really can't do this in real life". That scenario I think works because not only does Dash train harder and more efficiently, but she geniually cares about the safety of her friends, making her more of a valuable asset. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duidamasterXD 9,627 October 13, 2012 Share October 13, 2012 Yeah, they do need to show something impressive. Spitfire can probably do some jaw dropping tricks. Maybe they haven't let Rainbow join is because they know that she could crush them in every race and take all the fun out of it for the audience Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TailsIsNotAlone 3,695 October 13, 2012 Share October 13, 2012 The wonderbolts were introduced to the series as the ponys rainbow dash looks up to, however they were shown failing to save rarity in sonic rainboom (although rarity DID kick them and they might of saved her if she didn't) and failing to subdue a mature spike in secret of my ecsses. I think the wonderbolts need an Apperance showing that they truly are the best fliers in equestria, even better than rd, so that rd doesen't seem so overly overpowered, and that what rainbow dash thinks of them is held true. This show says that the wonderbolts are amazing but has not shown it. True! The 'Bolts have not exactly lived up to their reputations in their few appearances on the show. But their consistent failures remind us that Rainbow Dash is actually much too good for them, and that while they are simply stunt performers, she is the complete package. They also give Rainbow somepony to look up to and offer us a glimpse of her more vulnerable side. 1 "Human beings fascinate me Being just the way they are..." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
himanuts 165 October 14, 2012 Share October 14, 2012 I personally really want to see more of the WonderBolts. I don't care if they've failed, it actually shows that even those highly regarded aren't perfect. The whole stunt team that sometimes doubles as members of national securirty sounds awesome to me. As to RD regarding them. I think RD is better than most, if not all of them already. And the reason she hasn't joined is simple. Loyalty to her friends. She probly hasn't fully pursued the chance because she's been busy regarding her friendships and currently relationships more. I bet if the chance to join the WB's came knocking on her doorstep, she'd probably pursue it. But her friends mean more to her than joining a fancy sports team. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PonyEcho 1,610 October 14, 2012 Share October 14, 2012 (edited) yeah I do hope we get to see more of them in season 3 especially Spitfire, maybe have a seen that explains why she's a better flyer then Rainbowdash rather then when she made a sonic boom look like nothing. also for people who want to know why RD isn't a Wonderbolt rather then the simple 'the show would be kinda dull with out her. well here go's. RD is too up in her own ego and she isn't that great a flyer (think how many times she crashes) and any trick she can do the Wonderbolts could likely do better, like iv'e said there's a moment were Spitfire does a sonic boom like it was nothing. Edited October 14, 2012 by PonyEcho 1 my DA http://heavyecho.deviantart.com/ check my stuff out the Anime Club http://mlpforums.com/topic/48196-the-anime-club/ plz join us Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redthir 42 October 14, 2012 Share October 14, 2012 In terms of being a fast flyer, Rainbow Dash could outpace the Wonderbolts (they wouldn't make it easy, but she'd manage it). Unfortunately, she doesn't always know her capabilities, and believes she can do more than she's capable of. She crashes many times. As well as that, Rainbow Dash has a poor sense of discipline. She appears to have become more mature in recent episodes (Hurricane Fluttershy, possibly A Canterlot Wedding (but we didn't see enough of her to be sure,) though, but that's just once. Apprentice level, maybe. Full time member, not yet. I agree that the Wonderbolts need an appearance where they don't fail though. An episode that centers on the Wonderbolts would be truly "wonderful" - seeing as their adventures would surely be epic, breathtaking (and probably something straight out of RD's best dream) maybe even the finale? I'd love that, although I doubt it would happen. But maybe another episode. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slendermane 477 October 16, 2012 Share October 16, 2012 In terms of being a fast flyer, Rainbow Dash could outpace the Wonderbolts (they wouldn't make it easy, but she'd manage it). Unfortunately, she doesn't always know her capabilities, and believes she can do more than she's capable of. She crashes many times. As well as that, Rainbow Dash has a poor sense of discipline. She appears to have become more mature in recent episodes (Hurricane Fluttershy, possibly A Canterlot Wedding (but we didn't see enough of her to be sure,) though, but that's just once. Apprentice level, maybe. Full time member, not yet. I agree that the Wonderbolts need an appearance where they don't fail though. An episode that centers on the Wonderbolts would be truly "wonderful" - seeing as their adventures would surely be epic, breathtaking (and probably something straight out of RD's best dream) maybe even the finale? I'd love that, although I doubt it would happen. But maybe another episode. I agree with Redthir. While Rainbow Dash is brimming with talent, and is probably the fastest Pegasus, she lacks discipline. If she actually became a Wonderbolt, she would be constantly try to steal the show. She needs to mature more before she is able to fly as part of a team. Also, I hope we see more Spitfire and Soarin. Battle not with monsters, lest ye become a monster, and if you gaze into the abyss, the abyss gazes also into you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winona the Dog 1,984 October 17, 2012 Share October 17, 2012 I think it would be a funny running gag if they fail in every appearance they made then Rainbow Dash would question herself......"Is it really worth it?" I dont know....to me that would be really funny so in my opinion i wouldn't want them to see them succeed in whatever it is they are doing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetolebob18 728 November 10, 2016 Share November 10, 2016 The Guards in general (including the Wonderbolts) have to fail so that the Mane 6 can succeed. It is like the police can never do the job so the superhero is needed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heavens-champion 1,905 November 10, 2016 Share November 10, 2016 With Rainbow Dash on the team, I think that's likely to happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Megas 27,852 November 10, 2016 Share November 10, 2016 They need more episodes where they aren't portrayed as a bunch of assholes. They always drop the ball in this in past seasons, but I feel like at some point one of the head writers actually said "fuck it, let's make them as unlikable as possible!" sometime in S6, despite the show always assuming that they're fine people 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greenflare 154 November 10, 2016 Share November 10, 2016 They need more episodes where they aren't portrayed as a bunch of assholes. They always drop the ball in this in past seasons, but I feel like at some point one of the head writers actually said "fuck it, let's make them as unlikable as possible!" sometime in S6, despite the show always assuming that they're fine people True, but I personally didn't think they were that bad. They remind me of some of my friends and family tbh, they might say something mean but they don't really mean what they're saying. ✿ "The important thing is not how long you live... It's what you accomplish with your life. While I live, I want to shine, I want to prove that I exist. If I could do something really important... The would definitely carry on into the future." ~Grovyle, Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky ✿ ★ "Don't lose hope, when the sun comes down, the stars come up." ~Unknown ★ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBD 17,259 November 10, 2016 Share November 10, 2016 Agreed, They are consider like the military force and due to RD looking up to them, they need more and a better credit of showing THEY ARE THE BEST FLIERS . I feel that RD is overshadow their abilities of being the best, and the fact RD try to act like she is not up to their level. eh hello?! stop being modest. So yes I think Wonderbolt deserve great justices! RD didn't not look up to them to see them fail. 1 ♪ "I practice every day to find some clever lines to say, to make the meaning come through"♪ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrimGrimoire 4,973 November 10, 2016 Share November 10, 2016 I would like to see a Wonderbolts episode where it has them on some sort of mission as a team. Not an RD episode.. a WONDERBOLTS episode with her as a member. I would like to really know what their role in Equestria is.. is it ONLY stunt fliers? Are they part of a military unit? Monster hunters? I am honestly curious. ~No profound statement needed~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmarston1 5,960 November 10, 2016 Share November 10, 2016 Maybe the day Celestia finally gets her own episode. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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