My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic

Since we're nearing the season three premiere of the television show "My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic," I decided that it is imperitive that I blog about it. MLP is quite possibly my favorite show on television. With its rich color and adorable messages about friendship at the end of each episode, MLP has stolen the hearts of millions, including mine. The characters are captivating and their development throughout the show is amazing to watch, even if it is supposed to be a kid's show. I have joined the ranks of young men and women (but mostly men) that watch MLP and call themselves "bronies" and "pegasisters."

MLP is a show about a pony named Twilight Sparkle that moves from the Princess's castle in Canterlot to a small town called Ponyville in order to make friends with the local ponies. She meets five new ponies: Applejack, Rainbow Dash, Rarity, Fluttershy, and Pinkie Pie. They all become best friends and save the town with their shenanigans. They all represent the Elements of Harmony, which are laughter, kindness, honesty, loyalty, generosity, and magic.

The very first thing that drew me into the show was the animation and bright colors. It's so well-done, and the animators and artists did a good job of making the characters look super cute. And the facial expressions of the characters look so real (except for when one opens their mouth too wide or bashes their face on something and it comes out an odd shape).

Which brings me to my next point: the characters. All of them have completely different personalities, which makes the show super awesome. They are relatable and funny, and the things they learn can be applied to everyday life. I honestly wish they were real people because they are super funny and interesting to watch. Their development is fantastic, too. They continue to grow and learn throughout the episodes. For example, in one episode, Rainbow Dash learned that reading is actually really cool and fun to do, and in future episodes, she is seen reading and learning more over time.

The fandom for MLP is thought to be very strange by some people. Bronies and pegasisters are seen as a blemish on society, when in fact they are hurting no one. In fact, with their message of love and tolerance, they are actually helping people. Some adults and people are too afraid to accept something new and odd like grown men watching a kid's show. Girls have it slightly easier because they are "supposed" to like frilly, girly things like ponies. This is a stereotype that needs to change, though.

I love this show, I love these characters, and I recommend that you watch it. Love and tolerate, everypony!