Transcripts/Friendship is Magic, part 1

Narrator: Once upon a time, in a magical land of Equestria, there were two regal sisters who ruled together and created harmony for all the land. To do this, the eldest used her unicorn powers to raise the sun at dawn. The younger brought out the moon to begin the night. Thus, the two sisters maintained balance for their kingdom and their subjects: all the different types of ponies.

But as time went on, the younger sister became resentful. The ponies relished and played in the day her elder sister brought forth, but shunned and slept through her beautiful night. One fateful day, the younger unicorn refused to lower the moon to make way for the dawn. The elder sister tried to reason with her, but the bitterness in the young one's heart had transformed her into a wicked mare of darkness: Nightmare Moon. She bawled that she would shroud the land in eternal night.

Reluctantly, the elder sister harnessed the most powerful magic known to ponykind: The Elements of Harmony! Using the magic of the Elements of Harmony, she defeated her younger sister and banished her permanently in the moon. The elder sister took on responsibility for both sun and moon....

Twilight Sparkle: "...and harmony has been maintained in Equestria for generations since." Hm... Elements of Harmony. I know I've heard of those before. But where?

[ theme song ]

Pony: There you are, Twilight! Moondancer is having a little get-together in the west castle courtyard. You wanna come?

Twilight Sparkle: Oh, sorry girls. I gotta lot of studying to catch up on.

Pony: Does that pony do anything except study?

Other pony: I think she's more interested in books than friends.

Twilight Sparkle: I know I've heard of the Elements of Harmony.

Twilight Sparkle: Spike! Spike!!! Spike? There you are. Quick, find me an old copy of "Predictions and prophesies". What's that for?

Spike: Well, it WAS a gift for Moondancer, but...

Twilight Sparkle: Oh, Spike. You know we don't have time for that sort of thing.

Spike: But we're on a break!

Twilight Sparkle: No... no, no, no no no! SPIKE!!!

Spike: It's over here!

Twilight Sparkle: Ah! Elements... elements, e e e... Aha! "Elements of Harmony... See: Mare in the Moon?"

Spike: Mare in the Moon? But that's just an old ponies' tale.

Twilight Sparkle: Mare... mare... AHA! The Mare in the Moon - myth from olden pony times: a powerful pony, who wanted to rule Equestria, defeated by the Elements of Harmony and imprisoned in the moon. Legend has it that in the longest day of the thousandth year the stars will aid in her escape and she will bring about nighttime eternal! Spike! Do you know what this means?

Spike: No. Whoa!

Twilight Sparkle: Take a note, please. To the princess.

Spike: Okie dokie.

Twilight Sparkle: "My dearest teacher. My continuing studies of pony magic have led me to discover, that we're on the precipice of disaster..."

Spike: Hold on! Preci... presi...

Twilight Sparkle: Threshold.

Spike: Threee...

Twilight Sparkle: Um... Brink?

Spike: [stare]

Twilight Sparkle: Ugh! That something really bad is about to happen!

Spike: [writes]

Twilight Sparkle: "For you see, the mythical Mare in the Moon is in fact Nightmare Moon and she's about to return to Equestria and bring with her eternal night. Something must be done to make sure this terrible prophesy does not come true. I await your quick response. Your faithful student, Twilight Sparkle."

Spike: Twilight. Sparkle. Got it!

Twilight Sparkle: Great! Send it.

Spike: Now?

Twilight Sparkle: Of course!

Spike: I don't know, Twilight. Princess Celestia is a little busy getting ready for the Summer Sun Celebration. And it's like the day after tomorrow.

Twilight Sparkle: That's just it, Spike. The day after tomorrow is the thousandth year of the Summer Sun Celebration. It's imperative that the princess is told right away.

Spike: Impera... impera...

Twilight Sparkle: Important!

Spike: Okay, okay. [sends the scroll] There! It's on its way. But I wouldn't hold your breath.

Twilight Sparkle: Oh, I'm not worried, Spike. The princess trusts me completely. And all the years she's been my mentor, she's never once doubted me. [scroll arrives] See? I knew she would wanna take immediate action.

Spike: "My dearest, most faithful student, Twilight. You know I value your diligence and that I trust you completely. But you simply must stop reading those dusty old books."

Twilight Sparkle: [gasps]

Spike: "My Dear Twilight. There is more to a young pony's life than studying. So I'm sending you to supervise the preparations for the Summer Sun Celebration in this year's location, Ponyville. And I have an even more essential task for you to complete. Make some friends!"

Twilight Sparkle: [groan]

Spike: Look on the bright side, Twilight. The princess arranged for you to stay in a library. Doesn't that make you happy?

Twilight Sparkle: Yes! Yes it does. You know why? Because I'm right. I'll check on the preparations as fast as I can, then get to the library and find some proof of Nightmare Moon's return.

Spike: Then when will you make friends, like the Princess said?

Twilight Sparkle: She said to check on preparations. I am her student and I'll do my royal duty. But the fate of Equestria does not rest on me making friends.

Twilight Sparkle: Thank you, sirs.

Spike: Maybe the ponies in Ponyville have interesting things to talk about? Come on, Twilight. Just try.

Twilight Sparkle: Uh... Hello?

Pinkie Pie: [big gasp]

Twilight Sparkle: Wow. That was interesting, all right.

Spike: Summer Sun Celebration: Official Overseer's Checklist. Number 1: Banquet preparations. Sweet Apple Acres.

Applejack: YEEHAW!

Twilight Sparkle: Let's get this over with.

Twilight Sparkle: Good afternoon. My name is Twilight Sparkle...

Applejack: Well, had at you, miss Twilight. A pleasure makin' your acquaintance. I'm Applejack. We here at Sweet Apple Acres sure do like makin' new friends.

Twilight Sparkle: Friends? Actually... I...

Applejack: So, what can I do you for?

Spike: [giggle]

Twilight Sparkle: Ahem... Well, I am in fact here to supervise preparations for the Summer Sun Celebration. And you're in charge of the food?

Applejack: We sure, sugar, are. Would you care a sample some?

Twilight Sparkle: As long as it doesn't take too long.

Applejack: Soup's on, everypony!

Applejack: Now, why don't I introduce y'all to the Apple family?

Twilight Sparkle: Thanks, but I really need to hurry...

Applejack: This here's Apple Fritter, Apple Dumpling, Red Gala, Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Caramel Apple, Apple Strudel, Apple Tart, Baked Apple, Apple Brioche, Apple Cinnamon Crisp... [catches breath] Big Macintosh, Apple Bloom aaaand Granny Smith. Up and ??? Granny Smith. We got guests.

Granny Smith: Wha...? So soon? I'm on it, I'm coming, I'm coming...

Applejack: Why, I'd say they're already part of the family

Twilight Sparkle: Okay. Well, I can see the food situation is handled, so we'll be on our way.

Apple Bloom: Aren't you gonna to stay for brunch? [puppy eyes]

Twilight Sparkle: Sorry, but we have an awful lot to do...

Entire Apple family: Bawww...

Twilight Sparkle: Fine.

Entire Apple family: Yay!

Spike: Foods are taken care of. Next is weather.

Twilight Sparkle: Ugh... I ate too much pie.

Spike: There's supposed to be a pegasus pony named Rainbow Dash clearing the clouds.

Twilight Sparkle: Well, she's not doing a very good job, is she?

[CRASH!]

Rainbow Dash: [giggle] E... Excuse me? [giggle] Let me help you.

Rainbow Dash: Oops. I guess I overdid it. Um... How about this? My very own patented Rainblow Dry. No no, don't thank me. You're quite welcome.

[both Spike and Rainbow Dash burst into laughter]

Twilight Sparkle: Let me guess, you're Rainbow Dash.

Rainbow Dash: *The* One and Only! Why? You heard of me?

Twilight Sparkle: I heard, you're supposed to be keeping the sky clear. I'm Twilight Sparkle and the Princess sent me to check on the weather.

Rainbow Dash: Yeah, yeah. That'll be a snap. I'll do it in a jiffy. Just as soon as I'm done practicing.

Twilight Sparkle: Practicing for what?

Rainbow Dash: The Wonderbolts! They're gonna perform at the celebration tomorrow. And I'm gonna show 'em my stuff.

Twilight Sparkle: *The* Wonderbolts?

Rainbow Dash: Yup.

Twilight Sparkle: The most talented flyers in all of Equestria?

Rainbow Dash: That's them!

Twilight Sparkle: [snort] Please. They'd never accept a pegasus who can't even keep the sky clear for one measly day.

Rainbow Dash: Hey. I can clear the sky in ten seconds flat.

Twilight Sparkle: Prove it.

Rainbow Dash: Loop-de-loop around and WHAM!

[ten seconds later]

Rainbow Dash: What I said. Ten. Seconds. Flat. I'd never leave Ponyville hanging.

[silence]

Rainbow Dash: You should see the look on your face. You're a lap, Twilight Sparkle. I can't wait to hang out some more.

Spike: Wow. She's amazing! [snort] Wait! It's kinda pretty once you get used to it.

Spike: Decorations. Beautiful...

Twilight Sparkle: Yes. The decor's coming along nicely. This oughta be quick. I'll be at the library in no time. Beautiful indeed.

Spike: Not the decor. Her!

Rarity: No, no, no... Oh my goodness no.

Spike: How are my spines? Are they straight?

Twilight Sparkle: Good afternoon!

Rarity: Just a moment, please. I'm in the zone as 'twere. Oh yes! Sparkle always does the trick, does it not? Why, Rarity, you are a talent! Now... how can I help youuuuaAARGH! Oh my stars, darling, what ever happened to your coiffure?

Twilight Sparkle: Oh, you mean my mane? Well, it's a long story. I'm just here to check on the decorations and then I'll be out of your hair.

Rarity: Out of MY hair? What about YOUR hair?

Twilight Sparkle: Wait! Where are we going? HELP!

Rarity: No, no, uh-uh. Too green. Too yellow. Too puffy. Not puffy enough. Too relic. Too shiny. Now go on, my dear. You were telling me where you're from.

Twilight Sparkle: I've... urgh... ???... from... Canterlot... to...

Rarity: Canterlot?! Oh, I am so envious, the glamor, the sophistication. I've always dreamed of living there! I can't wait to hear all about it. We're gonna be the best of friends, you and I. Emerald?! What was I thinking? Let me get you some rubies!

Twilight Sparkle: Quick! Before she decides to dye my coat a new color.

Spike: Wasn't she wonderful?

Twilight Sparkle: Focus, Casanova. What's next on the list?

Spike: Oh. Music. It's the last one.

[birds singing]

Fluttershy: Oh my. Um... Stop, please, everyone. Excuse me, sir. I mean, no offense. But you're really just a teeny, tiny bit off. Now follow me, please. A one. A two. A one-two-three...

Twilight Sparkle: Hello!

Twilight Sparkle: Oh my. I'm so sorry. I didn't mean to frighten your birds. I'm just here to check up on the music and it's sounding beautiful.

[silence]

Twilight Sparkle: I'm Twilight Sparkle.

[more silence]

Twilight Sparkle: What's your name?

Fluttershy: Um... I'm Fluttershy...

Twilight Sparkle: I'm sorry, what was that?

Fluttershy: Um... My name is Fluttershy ...

Twilight Sparkle: Didn't quite catch that.

Fluttershy: My name is Fluttershy.

Twilight Sparkle: Well, um, it looks like your birds are back, so I guess everything's in order. Keep up the good work!

Fluttershy: Thank you.

Twilight Sparkle: Ooookay. Well, that was easy.

Fluttershy: A BABY DRAGON!

Fluttershy: Oh, I've never seen a baby dragon before. He's soooo cute!

Spike: Well well well.

Fluttershy: Oh my, he talks. I didn't know dragons could talk. That's just so incredibly wonderful. I... I just don't even know what to say.

Twilight Sparkle: Well, in that case we better be going.

Fluttershy: Wait, wait! What's his name?

Spike: I'm Spike.

Twilight Sparkle: Hi, Spike. I'm Fluttershy. Wow! A talking dragon! And what do dragons talk about?

Spike: Well, what do you wanna know?

Fluttershy: Absolutely everything!

Twilight Sparkle: [groan]

Spike: Well, I started out as a ??? little purple-and-green egg.

[much later]

Spike: And that's the story of my whole entire life. Well, up until today. Do you wanna hear about today?

Fluttershy: Oh yes, please!

Twilight Sparkle: I am so sorry! How did we get here so fast? This is where I'm staying while in Ponyville. And my poor baby dragon needs his sleep.

Spike: No, I don't!

Twilight Sparkle: Awww, wook at that. He's so sweepy, he can't even keep his wittle bawance.

Fluttershy: Poor thing. You simply must get into bed!

Twilight Sparkle: Yes yes. We'll get right on that. Well, goodnight!

Spike: Huh. Rude much?

Twilight Sparkle: Sorry, Spike. But I have to convince the Princess that Nightmare Moon is coming and we're running out of time! I just need to be alone, so I can study, while a bunch of crazy ponies try to make friends all the time. Now where's the light?

Crazy ponies: SURPRISE!

Twilight Sparkle: [groan]

Pinkie Pie: Surprise! Hi! I'm Pinkie Pie and I did this party just for you! Were you surprised, were you, were you? Huh huh huh?

Twilight Sparkle: Very surprised. Libraries are supposed to be quiet.

Pinkie Pie: That's silly! What kind of welcome party with this ??? were quiet? I mean, DUH! BORING! YouseeIsawyouwhenyoufirstgothereremember? YouwerehelloandIwasallGASPremember? YouseeIneversawyoubeforeandifIneversawyoubeforethenyoumustbenew! CauseIknoweveryponyandImeaneveryponyinPonyville! Andifyourenewthenyouhaventmetanyoneyetandifyouhaventmetanyoneyetthenyoumustnothaveanyfriends. AndifyoudonthaveanyfriendsthenyoumustbemummymummymesosadandIhadanideaandthatswhyIGASP! IjustthoughtagreatthingsuperduperspectacularwelcomepartyandinviteeveryoneinPonyville! See? And now you have lots and lots of friends!

Applejack: Are you all right, sugar cube?

Pinkie Pie: Awwww, she's so happy, she's crying!

Spike: Hot sauce.

Pinkie Pie: What? It's good!

Spike: Hey Twilight! Pinkie Pie started pinning tail on the pony. Wanna play?

Twilight Sparkle: No! All the ponies in this town are CRAZY! Do you know what time it is?

Spike: It's the eve of the Summer Sun Celebration. Everypony has to stay up or they'll miss the Princess raise the sun. You really should lighten up Twilight. It's a party!

Twilight Sparkle: [mocks Spike] Here I thought I'd have time to learn more about the Elements of Harmony. But, silly me, all this ridiculous friendmaking has kept me from it! [reads] "Legend has it that in the longest day of the thousandth year the stars will aid in her escape and she will bring about everlasting night." I hope the Princess was right. I hope it really is just an old pony tale.

Spike: Come on, Twilight! It's time to watch the sun rise!

Pinkie Pie: Isn't this exciting? AreyouexcitedcauseImexcitedIveneverbeensoexcitedwellexceptforthetimeIsawyouwalkinginthetownandIwentGASP! But, I mean, really, who can top that?

Mayor: Fillies and gentlecolts. As mayor of Ponyville, it is my great pleasure to announce the beginning of the Summer Sun Celebration! In just a few moments our town will witness the magic of the sunrise. And celebrate this, the longest day of the year! And now it is my great honor to introduce to you the ruler of our land. The very pony, who gives us the sun and the moon each and every day. The good, the wise, the bringer of harmony to all of Equestria...

Fluttershy: Ready?

Mayor: ...Princess Celestia!

Twilight Sparkle: This can't be good.

Mayor: Remain calm, everypony. There must be a reasonable explanation.

Pinkie Pie: Oo! Oo! I love guessing games! Is she hiding?

Rarity: She's gone!

Pinkie Pie: Ooooo! She's good! [scream]

Twilight Sparkle: Oh no. Nightmare Moon!

Nightmare Moon: Oh, my beloved subjects! It's been so long since I've seen your precious little sun-loving faces.

Rainbow Dash: What did you do with our Princess?!

Applejack: Hold it, Nelly...!

Nightmare Moon: Why, am I not royal enough for you? Don't you know who I am?

Pinkie Pie: Oo! Oo! More guessing games! Um... Pokey Smokes! How about Queen Meanie? No! Black Snooty, Black Snooty...! [gets an apple shoved down her throat]

Nightmare Moon: Does my crown no longer count? Now that I have been imprisoned for a thousand years? Did you not recall the legend? Did you not see the signs?

Twilight Sparkle: I did! And I know who you are! You're the Mare in the Moon. Nightmare Moon.

Nightmare Moon: Well well well. Somepony who remembers me. Then you also know why I'm here.

Twilight Sparkle: You're here to... to...

Nightmare Moon: Remember this day, little ponies, for it was your last. From this moment forth, THE NIGHT WILL LAST FOREVER! [evil laugh]

[music]

[credits]