Matilda

Matilda is a character who first appeared in the episode A Friend in Deed.

Depiction in the series
Matilda is first seen walking through Ponyville. Pinkie Pie wishes her a "happy birthday", 132 days in advance.

Matilda is later brought to Cranky Doodle Donkey's home by Pinkie, who had deduced that she was the "special friend" Cranky had spoken of.

Through flashbacks, it is shown that Matilda and Cranky had met at the Grand Galloping Gala many years ago. The morning after, Matilda left to move to Ponyville, leaving a note explaining this for Cranky. Unfortunately, Cranky never found the note, though Matilda always hoped he'd one day find her.

In the present, Matilda kisses Cranky (Whom she affectionately calls "Doodle") as they have a touching reunion. They then enter Cranky's house, almost kissing again until Pinkie interrupts, causing them to reprimand her.