Talk:Filli Vanilli/@comment-1658827-20140128013451/@comment-35301431-20140128062114

I don't see it. The plot does not seem like a test of character, just another episode that puts Fluttershy in an uncomfortable spot based on her trait.

Also this type of plot has been done with many cartoons that feature an episode with a band. A member drops out for whatever reasons and one of the protagonist becomes the "oh, we need you". The only thing FiM can do different is not have the drop out be an antagonist for the sake of being one. I'd even favor the member becoming sick over them being cruel.