Season 3 Having 13 Episodes

[HomuraBL 851]

They hired a brand new writer who is going to be started work after season 3, like someone said a few pages ago. The show is a global phenomena that caused an entire movement, that hasn't lost steam in any sense of the word. Not sure why this topic is beginning to turn into a 'oh noes what if the show ends'. I don't have to be overly optimistic at all to think that it's not. Just sayin'.

 

People just don't read the whole topic. :/

 

Also, there is still stuff to worry about. Like how if this is going to be the setup all the way through and waiting time...

[TheEngineer 188]

Honestly, I'm not too worried. Let's remember that this wasn't ever supposed to become a series with a massive fan-base comprised of thousands young adult men and women; I think we should be patient and let them take their time. I'm not going to cry over half a season because I don't want the team to feel like they have to rush to finish more content.

Edited July 27, 2012 by TheEngineer

[Somebody 570]

They hired a brand new writer who is going to be started work after season 3, like someone said a few pages ago. The show is a global phenomena that caused an entire movement, that hasn't lost steam in any sense of the word. Not sure why this topic is beginning to turn into a 'oh noes what if the show ends'. I don't have to be overly optimistic at all to think that it's not. Just sayin'.

 

This is all true. I just try to prepare for the worst, that's all. While I try to be as optimistic as I can possibly be, part of me is very cynical, and sometimes that side is useful for cushioning blows that otherwise would kill me.

 

I like to say that the advantage of being pessimistic, is that you're either proven right, or pleasantly surprised.

[NavelColt 22,880]

I like to say that the advantage of being pessimistic, is that you're either proven right, or pleasantly surprised.

Another Rarity fan earlier today told me something along the same lines, on this very issue as well

 

As far as the show goes, I'd say 5, 6 seasons is a good estimate. As an anecdote, Codename Kids Next Door, Fosters Home for Imaginary Friends and The Powerpuff Girls, all shows Lauren Faust helped make, all had exactly 6 seasons.

[HomuraBL 851]

Another Rarity fan earlier today told me something along the same lines, on this very issue as well

 

As far as the show goes, I'd say 5, 6 seasons is a good estimate. As an anecdote, Codename Kids Next Door, Fosters Home for Imaginary Friends and The Powerpuff Girls, all shows Lauren Faust helped make, all had exactly 6 seasons.

 

If we do say that, and the setup of 13 episodes continues...Then thats about 4 season if they would've continues the 26 episode setup.

[Somebody 570]

If we do say that, and the setup of 13 episodes continues...Then thats about 4 season if they would've continues the 26 episode setup.

 

If I remember right, some seasons of Powerpuff Girls ended up with twelve episodes or so. Going far beyond the hundred-episode mark sometimes jeopardizes the quality of the show.

Edited July 27, 2012 by Questio

[NavelColt 22,880]

If I remember right, some seasons of Powerpuff Girls ended up with twelve episodes or so. Going far beyond the hundred-episode mark sometimes jeopardizes the quality of the show.

 

Indeed. In the end it's about quality, not quantity, people. We don't want to end up with an anime, where half the episodes we're sitting here waiting for are filler that nobody cares about.

[Bright Honor 2,671]

While it stinks that season 3 will be only 13 episodes compared to the 26 of seasons 1 and 2, IMO it certainly does not mean the end of the show. Hasbro would be quite stupid to end the show already, since the fanbase is so huge and that it basically prints money.

[HomuraBL 851]

If I remember right, some seasons of Powerpuff Girls ended up with twelve episodes or so. Going far beyond the hundred-episode mark sometimes jeopardizes the quality of the show.

 

Indeed. In the end it's about quality, not quantity, people. We don't want to end up with an anime, where half the episodes we're sitting here waiting for are filler that nobody cares about.

 

You are forgetting who we are dealing with here. The people who work on the show are amazing. Yes, there are episodes that could've been better, but all Tv shows usually have that. Plus, there really isn't that many like that. And it may jeopardize it, but who knows.

[NavelColt 22,880]

You are forgetting who we are dealing with here. The people who work on the show are amazing. Yes, there are episodes that could've been better, but all Tv shows usually have that. Plus, there really isn't that many like that. And it may jeopardize it, but who knows.

 

I'm perfectly aware who we're dealing with ^^ Never said a thing about any bad episodes, so confused to what you're talking about.

[FALCON PUNCH 244]

Maybe the re watching value will be more entertaining so you will keep re watching them or they will just be longer.

[pinkiefan1287 610]

Why did they tell us this? Why did they tell us how many episode they are making this season and yet they won't tell us when it's coming out?

 

Now with this info we well be stressing out for weeks wondering why they did this. Lets hope something good comes from it.

[Ghastchip 33]

Counting from the season one and two and the planned three, there will be 65 episodes. That number somehow spells huge red DOOM on me.

 

65 episode

 

 

What...what did you do? You linked us to tv tropes? Now we can never get out!

 

Nah, just kidding

 

I have a feeling that the series isn't going to end now, it brings millions (or thousands, I don't know the numbers) to Hasbro and it might even last for some more years

As for the 13 episode run? As long as they're good episodes, and are attractive to the audience, I'm fine with that, even if it's just half of what I was expecting

[CommadorTheCyborgPony 53]

Th-Th-Th-Thirteen Ep-Episodes? WHAT! My god, i have been waiting for THIS, we are waiting for THIS!?!?!? This season better premier sometime soon then. I am pissed! GOD FU********* ***** ***** HASBRO ****** MLP **** ****** ****** **** THE HUB!

[Crystal Sparkle 344]

Well if it came from a person from the show than it must be true...however I'll just wait to see how it goes.

[Kris Adams 7]

UH OH The Bad 13

http://youtu.be/aIyIynv6aHw

NEED MOAR PONNNIIEEESSSS!!

MORE MORE MORE MORE MORE MORE MORE MORE MORE MORE MORE

P.S. Didn't Know What Else To Type!!

[Akemi Homura 7,680]

On the other hoof, it may be an indication of a major story arc rather than episodic "slice-of-life" episodes.

 

The idea of a story-arc season is starting to make more and more sense now... perhaps they'll have a couple of "slice-of-life" episodes here and there, but then it thrusts right back into the heart of things - their new, big adventure. If the indications and hints of other characters returning such as Trixie and Discord are true, then... well, all I have to say is that you can do a lot of things with Trixie and Discord. What if Trixie releases Discord out of spite? What if Discord then grants her powers beyond that of Twilight's? That would make for an epic conclusion... and I just thought of this last night as I was going to sleep, but hey. There could be a lot of wicked content for us to watch this season.

[ALICORN MODE 0]

Welp, this could be the end guys, I'm honestly ready to move on with my life if that turns out to be the case. I wonder what will happen to Ponychan (they'll probably completely freak out) and EQD. Also will /co/ have to deal with pony spam again when /mlp/ is deleted?

[Comet Tail 808]

 

Point taken. Under such short time, this show's popularity already soared through the roof and proceed to pierce the heavens, the angels themselves screamed in terror.

 

But still, served as the number one on netflix and be a common sight in popular media alone won't ensure our longevity. Lots of others shows already got their own share of on-the-top moments, and yet only a handful of them remained true.

 

Meh, only time will give us the answer.

 

P.S. Buy a few cans of raid

 

Can't say I've been around to see what other shows have gained temporary popularity, except books and movies based off of books seem to go through this fad, like "Twilight", "Harry Potter" and "Hunger Games".

 

Hold on a second... But Star Wars was just a movie, too...

 

But whatever the case, there are a lot of bronies, and last I heard the number is still going up.

 

Any way to see how many hits a certain search has on google?

 

(oh, and as for the insects of doom, I just went to sleep and this morning they're all gone...

FOR NOW

 

 

http://www.equestria...l#idc-container

 

Its actually not. Its depressing but we got confirmation and its entirely true.

 

Meghan said they worked on 13 episodes and "it would be a shorten season."

 

Wow, very, very, very good to hear that they're still working on the show despite season 3 being pretty much finished.

 

(And since everyone is freaking out in the comments, season 3 was finished quite a while ago, and as far as I can see, Meghan is still working at DHX, so you can be pretty sure there are more episodes, or a movie, after season 3.)

 

^ EVERYONE READ ^

Edited July 27, 2012 by Mattlight

[Crispy 5,563]

Maybe 13 episodes is just enough to hit the syndication mark, and that's all Hasbro feels like doing. It wouldn't surprise me.

[Comet Tail 808]

Maybe 13 episodes is just enough to hit the syndication mark, and that's all Hasbro feels like doing. It wouldn't surprise me.

 

Lol. Obviously didn't read the post directly above yours...

[Crispy 5,563]

Lol. Obviously didn't read the post directly above yours...

 

Whoops.

 

That's what I get for posting from the first page/from work.

 

Wonder if we'll get a both a movie and a fourth season?

[Storm Spark 115]

Well, not too keen on this, but the episodes mIght be a tad better!

Now if only they could put more teenage themes into it.......

[Ghastchip 33]

Well, not too keen on this, but the episodes mIght be a tad better!

Now if only they could put more teenage themes into it.......

 

Forget it, it's not going to happen, I mean, the core audience is 6 year old girls, so, why put a whole bunch of adult audiences in the show (or teenager's when the core audience wouldn't get it

 

But then again, the mmmistery of the friendship express has so many adult references (to old shows and such)

 

I don't know

[PegasisterTaco 318]

I don't really mind if there is only 13 episodes. As long as I get ponies, I will be fine. They better make a movie though...