S04:E06 - Power Ponies

[Yellow Diamond 7,561]

https://mlpforums.com/calendar/event/258-%7B%3F%7D/?module=events

 

Title: Power Ponies
Air Date: December 21st, 2013
Synopsis: When Spike and the ponies are transported into the city of Maretropolis in his favorite comic book, Spike is disappointed when he becomes a boring sidekick instead of one of his favorite heroes. But when the ponies come up against pony super villain, The Mane-iac, Spike becomes the last line of defense to help save the day.

 

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Basically the Mane Six are the Avengers and Spike is Phil Coulson (sans the untimely death by Loki's scepter, I hope).

 

And Fluttershy... smash!

 

[NavelColt 22,873]

Oh look, looks like the show's going to address all those topics that go on and on and on and on and on and on about how the ponies abuse Spike, don't care about him, don't appreciate him as much as they should, yadda yadda yadda. They started to do that by having him be a key part of getting Sombra defeated back in the S3 premiere, but that was still slightly overshadowed by the ending thought of, 'Oh Twilight, you're so very wise to have known to let someone else do it instead of you when the situation called for it', since that was, you know, kind of a major plot of the entire premiere.

 

This should be even more interesting that I thought :3 Awesome super hero episode, while also addressing one of those long-debated fandom arguments even further.

 

Posting early!!11!

 

Actually...eh, three and a half hours to go isn't too early. Topic unlocked~

[Nerdy Luigi 2,063]

Interesting. A Spike episode!

Unfortunately, a terrible one...

Edited December 22, 2013 by Twilight Sniper

[Bucky McGillyCuddy 956]

The Ponies are fixing the old Castle! Buck yeah! Twilights moving out of the Library!

So. Freaking. EXCITED!

Ever since I saw the Animatic storyboard this has been my most anticipated episode by far. I'm pretty sure 90% of that excitement comes from the awesome outfits the Mane 6 and Spike are wearing wear. I'm okay if it's all just a dream, maybe. 

 

Another awesome episode, what ever Hasbro has been feeding their writers I hope they continue to do so. The episodes have been so good this season. There were so many little things that made me laugh, and then there was Fluttershy... even though I think her rage mode design was a little over the top it was well worth it just for the comedic value. I really got to sympathise with spikes whole feeling unimportant situation this time around. Having spike, who really is just a side kick, play a literal sidekick role gave him a decent opportunity to express how conflicted he is between wanting to be an important character but at the same time being insecure and doubting himself. I am glad he ended up saving the day and discovering a little self worth, because I do like spike a lot and he does play a pretty important role, whether he's written that way or not. Mane-iac was awesome too. Loved how she sat in her hair and watched the Power Ponies struggle with their new powers. Pinkie Pie as Fillysecond was a perfect match too. Uh, there are so many good things about this episode. Should probably wait to watch the episode to say this but best episode so far.

Edited December 22, 2013 by Bucky_McGillycuddy

[~Rule 63~ Lyeco 527]

Man, my little pony is getting more boyish nowadays! I also heard the season is action oriented too. I can't wait!

[Legacy Dash 438]

Ohh, I'm excited, this one has been written by alot of writers, so I'm assuming it is a major episode.

This is gonna be awesome! 

[Winger7632 124]

This is going to be amazing! I really wanted a spike episode and here one is!! (anyone got a live stream link?)

[Rocky 68]

I'm pretty optimistic about this episode since the writers seems to have trouble writing Spike's character in episodes that focus on him. Hopefully they'll show us something about him that will actually stick.

[Winona the Dog 1,981]

Yeah I like Spike so hopefully this episode will please me and be better than even Flight to the Finish.

 

Or at least this episode gives us one more reason to like Spike instead of Dislike. Can't really say I've been anticipating this episode with all the info we've been given but that's just me. It just means it'll be easy to impress me.

[Nulln 754]

I have to say I'm not a fan of superhero things, so I really was not wanting to see this episode.  But if it's going to be focused on Spike's personal problems, then maybe it'll be ok. 

[lomk 20,663]

Generally speaking, I don't care much for Spike episodes. But everyone's saying this is a Spike episode. I'm curious to see how this turns out  because I liked Power Rangers as a kid and this whole episode seems to be so awesome with the whole ponies in costumes thing. I've got my hopes up pretty high for this one. Let's hope Spike can finally get a good episode!

[Rough Pathway 157]

I'm a little worried about this episode, but I'm excited to see what it'll mean for Spike. I'm not a huge fan of superhero things so I wasn't looking forward to this one, but since its addressing Spike being the sidekick and everything this should be interesting. Unfortunately I'm not going to get to discuss this episode after its over with you all this time, but at least I'll be able to watch the episode.

[Starlight Lunamoon 109]

My friends and I have been waiting to watch this since "Princess Twilight Sparkle"! I'm really exited to see how this turns out.  This might be the first (I might be wrong) Spike episode that is really enjoyable. 

[Guest]

Yay! New epsiode! Can't wait to watch!

[Best Username Ever 211]

So when the episode premieres where is the best place to catch it this is my first time watching an episode right as it comes out.

[Guest]

So when the episode premieres where is the best place to catch it this is my first time watching an episode right as it comes out.

This is where I'm I was watching: http://www.livestream.com/thebronynetwork6?rsvptoeventid=454927

Right now there's a countdown until Power Ponies and they're showing some other episodes beforehand.

Edited December 21, 2013 by Guest

[Best Username Ever 211]

This is where I'm watching: http://www.livestream.com/thebronynetwork6?rsvptoeventid=454927

Right now there's a countdown until Power Ponies and they're showing some other episodes beforehand.

Ty looks like it's gonna be a good episode /)^3^(\

Edited December 21, 2013 by Best Username Ever

[Winona the Dog 1,981]

Just keep you expectations low and your sure to be impressed by the episode.

 

Can't wait for analyzers to brake it apart though.

[Radiance64 7,050]

Man, I have no idea what to expect from this one... hope it's great.

[JonPear 209]

I just hope there'll be some actual wit in the dialogue this time, like there was in Seasons 1, 2, and 3

[Side Bird 565]

((I don't get why Twilight sleeps with a hat…))

[Winona the Dog 1,981]

They're fixing up Celestia's and Luna's old castle?

 

Looks Like Twilight's going to have a new castle soon.

 

Edit

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Good example of why I see Twilight as Spike's Mom.

 

2 more minuets Twilight!!!! 

Edited December 21, 2013 by Tyler Blu Gunderson

[Shanks 10,809]

Twilight and Spike are so adorable, I like how that scene with "two more minutes" really showcased their mother/son like relationship.

[JonPear 209]

2 more minuets Twilight!!!! 

 

Okay, that was kinda funny

[Winona the Dog 1,981]

Hhaha

 

Spike pretty much insulting his own character.

 

"He's Just there for comic relief"

 

That was well written!

Edited December 21, 2013 by Tyler Blu Gunderson