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Post by Malcolm on Nov 11, 2012 23:41:00 GMT -5
 The Crystal Crusaders They look... anorexic. |
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Post by CMWaters on Nov 11, 2012 23:42:41 GMT -5
 So we have Metal Gear Twilight (which actually sounds like an official title, actually) and Pinkie Cell. Up next: Rarity doing an Assassin's Creed knock-off. |
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Post by Bang Bang Bart on Nov 11, 2012 23:45:39 GMT -5
So we have Metal Gear Twilight (which actually sounds like an official title, actually) and Pinkie Cell. Up next: Rarity doing an Assassin's Creed knock-off. Does that leave Rainbow Dash with Dishonored? |
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Post by Mr PONYMANIA Mr Jenzie on Nov 11, 2012 23:47:56 GMT -5
actually, i do believe the outfit is from DANGER: DIABOLIK!  PROBABLY ;D |
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Post by CMWaters on Nov 11, 2012 23:51:28 GMT -5
actually, i do believe the outfit is from DANGER: DIABOLIK! PROBABLY ;D What do you think AJ? |
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Post by Bang Bang Bart on Nov 11, 2012 23:54:14 GMT -5
The three-lensed goggles is definitely Splinter Cell.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 12, 2012 0:19:52 GMT -5
I hope Pinkie isn't doing a Princess Molestia on that guard.
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LastCall
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Post by LastCall on Nov 12, 2012 0:23:59 GMT -5
Though the guard would probably be used to that by now.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 12, 2012 0:27:36 GMT -5
As far as King Sombra is concerned, I have found an interesting post that gives a positive view on him. Didn't change my take on him but if you are interested:
"He did nothing besides roar, scream and snarl, and he barely talked. He hardly showed any personality or clear motivations. He didn't actively plot against the heroes. And he didn't live past two episodes.
But did he really have to?
You see, King Sombra has more of what many MLP villains thus far lack: presence. It was his presence alone that made sure the Crystal Ponies remained miserable. It was his presence that kept them from remembering where the Crystal Heart was, or going to the one place it was hidden because they were too scared of him. Just by being there, Princess Cadance was left to suffer for days on end, even with her beloved Shining Armor by her side.
And even then, he still tried to make sure the heroes didn't have their way. He took away Shining Armor's powers, causing Princess Cadance to suffer even more. He left traps that those without the courage and wits to stand up to them could not pass. And even though he wasn't always physically present, his influence remained, and it left a very heavy impact on everyone who dared to stand against him. He also managed to do what no other villain on the show has done before: make Twilight swallow her own pride as a means to defeat him.
From everywhere he went to everywhere his name was merely mentioned, he caused nothing but pain and suffering. And not a single one of us knows why.
And yet there are those who have called him 'wasted potential,' just because he barely talked or took action, had no clear characterization, and didn't live up to any of our lofty expectations. But I'll be fair; even I expected him to be Sauron as he was before he was slain by Isildur, not Sauron as he appeared in the whole 'Lord of the Rings' trilogy.
Sometimes, less really is more. That is why he is, to me, a far greater villain than any of us could have ever anticipated.
Now that I think about it, each of the major villains thus far represents a different 'element to writing a good villain' and, in a way, makes up for what the others lack in those regards:
Nightmare Moon: Good backstory, makes her more sympathetic.
Discord: Good personality, makes him more fun to watch.
Queen Chrysalis: Good motivation, makes her actions mesh better with the plot.
King Sombra: Good presence, makes his threat more apparent."
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Post by CMWaters on Nov 12, 2012 0:37:56 GMT -5
It is an interesting analysis, but I think it was just more we were spoiled by the previous three, as well as the minor antagonists.
Also, MD, you now have a plane ticket to LA for the new convention that is going on there.
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Post by LastCall on Nov 12, 2012 0:38:38 GMT -5
Here's the thing: Did King Sombra even have a motive?
With the other villains, we know why they did what they did. Nightmare Moon wanted eternal night, Discord wanted total chaos, and Chrysalis wanted to drain everyone's love energy. I don't remember Celestia explaining why King Sombra took over the Crystal Empire. That just makes him a generic baddie.
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Post by EoE: Workin On My Night Cheese on Nov 12, 2012 0:40:45 GMT -5
Clawing my way back up in this damned game... At least I can spam the Derpy-in-a-box thing from the start so that can help get my gems back.
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Post by CMWaters on Nov 12, 2012 0:40:52 GMT -5
Here's the thing: Did King Sombra even have a motive? With the other villains, we know why they did what they did. Nightmare Moon wanted eternal night, Discord wanted total chaos, and Chrysalis wanted to drain everyone's love energy. I don't remember Celestia explaining why King Sombra took over the Crystal Empire. That just makes him a generic baddie. He had an evil heart, craved power, and wanted to enslave the empire because of it. Not every villain needs a complex motive. |
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Post by Oh Cry Me a Screwball on Nov 12, 2012 0:42:11 GMT -5
Clawing my way back up in this damned game... At least I can spam the Derpy-in-a-box thing from the start so that can help get my gems back. It's a shame, because your PonyVille was all nicely organized too. |
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Post by LastCall on Nov 12, 2012 0:43:58 GMT -5
Clawing my way back up in this damned game... At least I can spam the Derpy-in-a-box thing from the start so that can help get my gems back. It's a shame, because your PonyVille was all nicely organized too. No kidding. It actually inspired me to organize my town a bit. |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 12, 2012 0:49:11 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Nov 12, 2012 0:49:46 GMT -5
The Crystal Crusaders It looks like a really good drawer was given a description on what the ponies should look like but has never seen the show. |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 12, 2012 0:52:38 GMT -5
What should happen.  I got a ticket for Equestria LA next year? YAY!  |
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Post by CMWaters on Nov 12, 2012 0:53:03 GMT -5
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Post by CMWaters on Nov 12, 2012 0:54:41 GMT -5
What should happen. I got a ticket for Equestria LA next year? YAY! Not quite. Scroll back a few pages. |
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