Talk:Newbie Dash/@comment-4833326-20160816065621

The problem with the nickname wasn't that it was "mean," it had to do with RD's history with that particular nickname. A random embarassing nickname -- not a big deal, obviously. But if it's something that calls up painful memories or feelings (in RD's case, the bullying she experienced as a filly), then that is a problem, and it should be addressed.

The fault with that lies not with the Wonderbolts, but with RD herself. She should've told the Wonderbolts -- or in the very least, Spitfire -- about her history with the nickname and why she found it so hurtful. She might have at least gotten some understanding that way. But no, of course not, she decides to try and act ridiculous and draw further negative attention to herself. And even in the end, when she has a perfect opportunity to explain, she seems to somehow get amnesia and forget that those memories and feelings even exist.

That is what is so unnerving about this episode; it failed to properly address the REAL reason why RD was so upset about that particular nickname, and instead offers a paper-thin resolution of "We've all had embarrassing nicknames, so just deal with it, kid." The heart of the issue was all but completely ignored in the end.