[Spoilers] Diva Discord!

Not sure if i've ever posted spoilers as such here, think i've always avoided them like the plague. It's not a biggy, I'd say it's worth checking out just for the sheer win this episode synopsis has. But i'll be courteous, you have been warned. In fact, I might add a no-spoilers mode link to the site if anyone is interested in hiding them altogether! Though I guess the title totally gives it away, but you know, the second you see that spoiler box you need to train yourself to pull the power cord from your computer. What about if you're using a laptop, phone or tablet? Out of the Window they go! Read on after the break.

BronyScot: Surprise Nessie Plush!

So, we had just finished a meeting, a few of us had gone to bed, thinking everything was over and done with for the day. When suddenly! We get sent this!! Made by the incredible Greig McGingle! A Nessie plushie! With scarf and all. We really can't get over how amazing this is, it's so well made, it's also his first ever plush, which really speaks a lot for his skill at this craft!

What's even better, Greig's going to donate the plush to our charity auction taking place whilst the event is happening. What a legend! Sadly he doesn't have a Deviant Art profile we could link to!

Pony Books, With Actual Paragraphs!?

I'm sure I have came across these books in passing before but have never really thought too much about them. Always assumed they were picture books. Apparently I was wrong. There is in fact several MLP:FiM books over on Amazon that are, in fact, actual books.

Though maybe the blurb almost sounds like a bit of a fan Brony-fic

"Twilight Sparkle has been crowned Princess of the Crystal Empire, and now she wants to learn how to be a good leader. Inspired by her friend, Princess Cadance, she sets off on a quest to discover the Crystal Heart Spell - a magical spell that will help Twilight Sparkle follow her heart, no matter what. This magical My Little Pony adventure comes with your very own pop-up Princess Twilight Sparkle figure. Once you've read to the story, turn to the back of the book to discover bonus purple activity pages, packed with puzzles, games and more fun!"

Also, "purple activity pages" have they taken up calling Twi "Purple Smart" like some of us do? Also, it's worth checking out the second hand section for dirt cheap ones. I think I might have to pick a few of these up to either do epic readings (yes I know) or reviews (yes, I also know).

There's quite a selection of these books, such as a newer one where Rainbow Dash has to save Daring Do from the IRS, or something.

>>The big issue with making an IRS joke in the UK is it sounds too much like IRA
>>Not a good thing.

Fifty Foot Rainbow Dash Destroys City.

Alright, Alright, maybe she's not quite fifty foot. But she certainly is massive. This oversized Rainbow Dash plush is listed as life size, but if anyone knows their little ponies, ponies are roughly the size of a human hand, or similar to the toys. So this one would be a Titan Pony for sure.

For $1000 starting bid, I wouldn't like to imagine how high this goes. Would be a perfect addition to any mad person's home decor. Heck, kids under 50 lbs can right this thing. In that case most of us bronies would crush it. Though I can imagine it falling over and crushing pets. How many cats and pugs has this thing killed? A lot I tell you, a lot. I wish someone would make one of these things for a really obscure OC, would be hilarious. Like Sir Patric the giant alicorn prince, brother of Celestia also her lover.

Go and put your life savings on the line over on eBay! 

Fanfiction: Wonderbirds by 8_bit

So I popped open the submissions Spreadsheet as I have been letting it get a bit dusty for a while. Well I certainly did find a gem in there. Good old 8_bit is back with a fanfic called Wonderbirds, yes, he went there. It's a Thunderbirds crossover/parody. Haven't read it myself yet, but the blurb did make me chuckle. Reminded me a lot of the cheesy voice over guy they had during the opening credits.

Check out both chapters over on FiM Fiction.

Coco Pommel, worlds best waifu

Looks like the blue maned Manehattenian? manehattanite? Mutton? Erm, New Maner? cutie from yesterday's episode has tugged on the hearts of bronies and well, there's already a crazy amount of artwork of her. It's not really all that surprising knowing this fandom, pretty sure some artists and crafters must sit their at the ready, tool in hand whilst watching each new episode. Anyway, Coco Pommel is official everyone's best waifu for the current time being. Also with the hint over on twitter that she might be making another appearance in the show, lets hope she stays on as Rarity's assistant. That'll be a wonderful development for the show I think, also Spike would be jelly. Obviously she'll totally be shipped with Rarity and they'll adopt an Indian filly or something, totally legit fan theory/show canon, Season 7 confirmed.

Queen of Crystals Shirt on sale over at Shirtpunch!

Ok, I know it was posted on EQD, but I damn love Cadance so I can't not post this here! Over at Shirtpunch, one of those 24 hour shirt sites, they've got this lovely Cadance design selling for around $10 with $6 shipping, which is about £10! Definitely a bargain, pick it up before the timer runs out. I would love more Cadance shirts, more Cadance everything in fact. Cadance bedspread, Cadance onesies, Cadance brand cider.

Ok, maybe I mentioned one pretty pink princess a few too many times in this post, but come on! Look at that shirt design, it's fab.

The Name of Strife - Skybolt

Surprising enough I don't post enough Discord here, I love Discord he is like family to me. This song is surprisingly good, might not have the wubs and dubs of the other Discord song we all love, but damn the lyrics and voice acting in this one are just fabulous. Even tells a sort of story of why Discord does what he does. He's not all that much of a bad guy, honest.

Shady Vox's OC spotted in Manehatten!

Just finished watching Rarity Takes Manehatten and one of the comments on the video mentioned Shady Vox's OC, Neon Lights at the 02:23 mark. I didn't believe it at first but on closer inspection damn it is true! I didn't expect to see this anytime soon. I know MandoPony got in the comics, but then he is dating a story board artist after all. I have to say, Neon Lights certainly suits the city that never sleeps! What's next, an entire episode with brony OC's? That'd either be amazing or horrifying, can't decide. Which OC's from the fandom would you guys love to see in the show?

Trixie is looking rather Punk!

So Walmart released some pictures of a new Trixie doll in the Equestria Girls range. She looks goth punk as hell. If the dolls weren't so flimsy i'd consider buying more of them, only got the Twi and Sunset shimmer set myself. Where as MLP toys tend to be a little 'hardy' and sort of have that unbreakable feel to them, the Equestria Girls dolls feel like they'd snap in two if you played with them too hard. Shame really because some of them looks dead stylish!

Check out the pic after the break!

Is the Everfree Forest dying?

Evidently there is a theory going around that since the Tree of Harmony got the elements back that it's sort of "purifying" the Everfree forest.

Now lets take this theory back to it's roots, no no, that's not a pun I swear. Now if you guys know about the history of The Everfree Forest, which you should, you'll know that sometime after the Elements of Harmony were taken from the Tree of Harmony the forest became overgrown, sort of went out of control and destroyed the sister's castle. Now I do recall something about the emotions and darkness of NMM aiding in the creation of this, but I can't quite remember what source that is from.
All we know is that the area became abounded, weather acted on it's own and magic ran haywire. Everything does link these events to the elements being taken.

Now they've been put back what does this mean? Will The Everfree Forest recede into it's self? The mane six are fixing the castle up currently, so obviously the Princesses intend to use it again for something. Maybe The Everfree forest is dying, it still has all the dangerous beasties in, I wonder where they'll go to when it does. Maybe the forest existed back in the olden time but it was smaller, an Everfree Woods if you will. Maybe it'll return to that.

All we know though is it still holds many mysteries and I don't think we'll ever stop seeing something interesting coming out of it. Discuss your thoughts on The Everfree Forest in the comments!

New Powerpuff Girls trailer!

Should have totally posted about this last week when I saw the trailer. Oh my word, that art style! It's very very different but there's something really intriguing about it. Oh and MOJOJOJOJOJO, can't get enough MOJOJOJOJO.

I wonder if this is what Faust's been helping work on since stepping down as honcho over on FiM.

Line up and be counted! The Herd Census is back!

For those of you who have been in the fandom for a while now should surely know about the Herd Census. If you haven't, it's a simple enough survey asking for a range of details and opinions, all taken anonymously to give a good view of the people in the fandom and what makes them love ponies!

Take the census here! http://survey.herdcensus.com
This year they have it in several different languages, which is great for accessibility. They're having a little problem with traffic at the moment, as the big friendly letters on their website state. Don't worry, things should be fine in a few hours! Oh and this year it's being conducted in conjunction with researchers at Salem State University, some actual doctorates are reviewing the data and doing a paper on the personality traits of bronies. So that's pretty neat. What ever you do, don't tell them about the thing, you know the thing I am talking about!

Massive update from Mane6

So comes the new year, as does big video game news. The guys who were behind Fighting is Magic just posted a huge big new article about their latest project and the year ahead. Definitely an interesting read for anyone interested in gaming or game making. They talk about how awesome the Z-Engine is to use and how they have worked on new software for their own mechanics, since obviously their game isn't just going to be SkullGirls after all. 

One of the big things people are going to love is the sneak peak at the concept artwork from Lauren Faust herself, seen above. As Lauren mentions in the description that this is the first official artwork of "the game formally known as Fighting is Magic",  suggesting there is going to be a new name for the game coming to light in the next few months. It's pretty much a given after the C&D from Hasbro way back in early 2013.

New Year of Pony

It's been a busy last half of 2013 for me, probably why I haven't been posting quite as much as I would have liked. Had to delete about three draft posts since they're now pretty much outdated. But oh well, stuff happens, just got to keep trekking on. With the new year having just started I guess it's time to write a bit of a new years revolution or something. Or better put, my aims for this blog in the coming year.

It's not really something I always like to set out and do, revolutions that is. I do plan ahead but at the same time I like to go by there and then, here and now.