Guest February 3, 2012 Share February 3, 2012 (edited) Hello all, its me Nevermore! One thing you probably don't know about me is that I am an editor for my school's newspaper the Montage. I run the photography portion, but I also contribute poems and articles from time to time. I generally don't like writing articles but, I recently had an idea that I might try out. My idea is to write an article covering Bronies, and I need your help! I will post what I have so far below, and if you have any critiques, comments, or edits please post! Disclaimer: Depending on how chicken I become when I actually go to hand this in, it may or may not happen. I would rather see it happen, but this is just a warning. *butterflies in my stomach, thousands of them* An Unexpected Fanbase: In the last year and a half a new topic has taken the interent by storm. It may be one of the most unexpected trends in web history, ponies. Yes, you read that right, ponies. With the most recent reboot of the My Little Pony series (now in its fourth generation) the show has found itself an unlikely fanbase. These fans have come to be known as Bronies (singular is Brony), which comes from the combination of the words bro and pony. Don't let the name fool you though, both men and women identify themselves as Bronies (although some female fans prefer the term Pegasister or Pegasis to Brony). Even though the fanbase includes women, the major percentage of Bronies are young adults males. Although their ages range anywhere from as young as twelve to upwards of sixty. Now I am sure you are asking the same question many people are, why? Well there really isn't one simple answer. Some watch it to lighten their mood, some for the quality animation, some for the humor and story, and still others to be a part of the supportive fanbase. If you were to ask most Bronies though, they would claim it is a combination of many factors which keeps them watching. The executive producer Lauren Faust (who worked on The Powerpuff Girls, Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends, and The Iron Giant) took the My Little Pony franchise and turned it on its head. The production team and Faust created a show that appeals to all ages. They wanted to create something intelligent, witty and humorous, and yet taught important lessons and remained light-hearted. They also included many easter eggs in the show including references to Benny Hill and other nostalgic icons. The only thing more amazing than the Bronies' existance itself, is their artistic drive. Thousands of fanmade songs and remixes have flooded youtube, with genres ranging from techno to dubstep to rock and even heavy metal. Also, sites such as DeviantArt are now harboring tens of thousands of fanart images with the numbers increasing by the hour. The bronies are even trying their "hooves" at creating their own fanmade video games. Truly this trend seems all-pervassive, finding a way to affect all things internet and even a little beyond. For some this is a blessing, for others it is a blight. Many anti-bronies and trolls (dubbed parasprites, after a destructive creature in the My Little Pony series) attempt to pick fights with the Bronies. For the most part though, the Bronies stick to their tried and true motto of "Love and tolerance," and simply ignore the pests. Regardless of where you stand on the topic, one thing is certain. Bronies are here, and they are here to stay. Edited February 3, 2012 by Guest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starshine 16,333 February 3, 2012 Share February 3, 2012 Don't worry about the butterflies, the acid will kill them instantly The article was good, but I guess it could use more tiny details here and there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legit101 300 February 3, 2012 Share February 3, 2012 Good stuff. The only thing more amazing than the Bronies' existance itself, is their artistic drive. Thousands of fanmade songs and remixes have flooded youtube, with genres ranging from techno to dubstep to rock and even heavy metal. Also, sites such as DeviantArt are now home to countless Brony artists creating amazing pieces of art. The bronies are even trying their "hooves" at creating their own fanmade video games. I'd change that to somehow include "now harboring tens of thousands of fanart images". . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest February 3, 2012 Share February 3, 2012 (edited) Don't worry about the butterflies, the acid will kill them instantly The article was good, but I guess it could use more tiny details here and there Thanks! I just have to watch out for the word limit, if I add too much I have to cut out parts later if it is too long. (also I am having a hard time thnking of good details to include). Good stuff. I'd change that to somehow include "now harboring tens of thousands of fanart images". Thanks! Something about that line felt off to me as well, I like your wording much better. *Edits first post* Edited February 3, 2012 by Guest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lunatic 1,186 February 3, 2012 Share February 3, 2012 female bronies often call themselve pegasister or just pegasis. with the tone on the sis. maybe want to add that. Inspired by myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legit101 300 February 3, 2012 Share February 3, 2012 female bronies often call themselve pegasister or just pegasis. with the tone on the sis. maybe want to add that. "Often" Uh-no. . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ezynell 2,037 February 3, 2012 Share February 3, 2012 Go for it! Make sure to take a picture of the newspaper and post it! GAK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flow 1,629 February 3, 2012 Share February 3, 2012 Good luck on it's issue OCs: Flow / Love Bloom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evilshy 5,090 February 3, 2012 Share February 3, 2012 It needs and interview or two, especially for the "why?" section. Find a few bronies at the school and ask them why the like it. Quote are always good for articles. 1 Signature now 99% less edgy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeverNeverland 1,940 February 3, 2012 Share February 3, 2012 It needs and interview or two, especially for the "why?" section. Find a few bronies at the school and ask them why the like it. Quote are always good for articles. This. ARTICLE CONTENT Post it. Post it as soon as you get the chance. This is really really good, and it'll be a shame that you let all that writing go to waste if you don't at least show it to someone other than us! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Champion RD92 8,658 February 3, 2012 Share February 3, 2012 That's a great article, you should definitely put it in the newspaper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FIMChangedmylife72 58 February 3, 2012 Share February 3, 2012 Please do it!! https://blog.so-net.ne.jp/_images/blog/_fc4/mayr/P6300005-d207a.JPG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest February 3, 2012 Share February 3, 2012 (edited) I can't publish this for a while since we already started on this month's edition, so I will have to wait until next month. Thank you all for the suggestions and support! female bronies often call themselve pegasister or just pegasis. with the tone on the sis. maybe want to add that. "Often" Uh-no. I added a little about that, tell me if it sounds alright "Don't let the name fool you though, both men and women identify themselves as Bronies (although some female fans prefer the term Pegasister or Pegasis to Brony)" It needs and interview or two, especially for the "why?" section. Find a few bronies at the school and ask them why the like it. Quote are always good for articles. I wish I knew a few Bronies at my school, I have been trying covertly to find them for a while. If I knew any I would definitely interview them, but as it stands I am the only Brony I know of in my school. Edited February 3, 2012 by Guest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evilshy 5,090 February 4, 2012 Share February 4, 2012 We can do a skype interview or something tomorrow, if you want, I'm (probably) free most of the day. An interview with some dude you know from the Internet is better than nothing Signature now 99% less edgy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest February 5, 2012 Share February 5, 2012 We can do a skype interview or something tomorrow, if you want, I'm (probably) free most of the day. An interview with some dude you know from the Internet is better than nothing Sorry I didn't see this earlier (it got buried in my list), if you would be willing to do an interview that would be awesome! I would probably have an easier time just doing it in a private chat in the chat room if that would work. Just tell me when you would be open to do the interview. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nah 3,182 February 5, 2012 Share February 5, 2012 (edited) Wish my school recognized bronies, if they did, it would be negative. You tell the average joe who is busy making sure their needs in their self center hierarchy of needs, what a brony is, they'll say, "Fuck you!" and bully you for the rest of your life. Edited February 5, 2012 by Samthelegoman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
83awsm 234 February 6, 2012 Share February 6, 2012 (edited) Cool idea dude! I'd go for it! If you’re worried about it becoming rejected, try to see if you can get other people on the team who are more open-minded to check it out first. Who knows you might spark some interest xD, anyway good luck with the project Edited February 6, 2012 by 83awsm Awesomeness = at least 20% Cooler. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sepia-chan 495 February 6, 2012 Share February 6, 2012 I could be the interview if you need one. Anyway, really nice article but, correct me if I'm wrong, dosen't 'Brony' come from /B/ on FourChan? Objection! Hold it! Take that! Gotcha! Eureka! I like video games and anime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest March 1, 2012 Share March 1, 2012 I could be the interview if you need one. Anyway, really nice article but, correct me if I'm wrong, dosen't 'Brony' come from /B/ on FourChan? I realized I haven't interviewed anypony yet and it is almost time for it to be turned in, would you still be willing to let me interview you? If you still want to we can use private chat or PMs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenai Ursa 13 March 1, 2012 Share March 1, 2012 That's an interesting read. I'm interested in how the school reacted to the article though. Did you get any inquiries? Signature: Made by Myself Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest March 1, 2012 Share March 1, 2012 That's an interesting read. I'm interested in how the school reacted to the article though. Did you get any inquiries? I actually have not turned it in quite yet, the day that submissions to the paper are open is tomorrow! (we do a monthly paper and I had just started this thread after last month's article had been released) Once I do turn it in I will report back on the reactions, it should be interesting! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sepia-chan 495 March 1, 2012 Share March 1, 2012 (edited) I realized I haven't interviewed anypony yet and it is almost time for it to be turned in, would you still be willing to let me interview you? If you still want to we can use private chat or PMs. Sure!We could do it over Skype or something. (just keep it anonyness, though.) Edited March 1, 2012 by BrandonTehDragonbornDigger Objection! Hold it! Take that! Gotcha! Eureka! I like video games and anime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest March 1, 2012 Share March 1, 2012 Sure! We could do it over Skype or something. (just keep it anonyness, though.) Actually would the chat room right here on the site work, my parents don't like the idea that I chat with people online so non-verbal usually works best for me. (Sorry about this, my mom isn't very trusting towards anyone on the internet.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sepia-chan 495 March 1, 2012 Share March 1, 2012 Actually would the chat room right here on the site work, my parents don't like the idea that I chat with people online so non-verbal usually works best for me. (Sorry about this, my mom isn't very trusting towards anyone on the internet.) Okay. I'm not sure how to private chat on the chat here though. Objection! Hold it! Take that! Gotcha! Eureka! I like video games and anime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strafe 594 March 1, 2012 Share March 1, 2012 Do it man, you have my respect. "The Gods envy us. They envy us because we’re mortal, because any moment might be our last. Everything is more beautiful because we’re doomed. You will never be lovelier than you are now. We will never be here again." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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