My Little Pony.
I know what you're thinking. That's a kids' show! or It's for little girls, and no one else should watch it! If this is your opinion then I am here to tell you one thing: you're wrong.
Now before anyone gets mad, no, I'm not saying that everyone has to watch it and enjoy it. I am saying that it is a good show and deserves to at least be given a chance. It is not strictly for little girls or kids anymore, and there are legitimate reasons to enjoy it. In fact, there is a large community of people outside the targeted age range who call themselves 'Bronies' and all genuinely enjoy the show.
Here are 5 reasons (in no particular order) that I personally enjoy the show:
#1: The Plot Line
This show was created by an excellent writer by the name of Lauren Faust. I wouldn't be surprised if you recognize the name, she's worked on a lot of successful cartoons including The Powerpuff Girls. I don't think that the show would be nearly as good if she hadn't started it out strong the way she did. (So thanks, :D)
Equestria is the magical land that the ponies live in. We have Unicorns, Pegasi, Earth Ponies, and a few Alicorn princesses. Alongside all the good citizens of Equestria are a shocking amount of villains. And when I say villains, I mean real, evil, excellent villains. Some of the best villains in fictional universes! These guys cause some real issues for the ponies, who have to use magic and friendship power to defeat them.
But we also have the classic sitcom friendship issues. By sitcom I don't mean it is a sitcom, but that the friendship problems cropping up are similar. And they aren't like the typical little kid show's problems either, you know, "Oh no! There are eight people at the party and only seven cupcakes! That means we have to share!" My Little Pony has problems like, "I need to work and make money to send to the town for the repairs because I lost the competition and didn't get the prize money we were all relying on." It has real problems and real solutions.
#2: Musical Numbers
Everyone loves a good musical, and if they say they don't they're lying. My Little Pony has some of the best songs of any animated kids show ever. If you don't believe me, check it out online or watch an episode. I guarantee that you'll get one stuck in your head, and you won't even care because it'll be such a good song. While there are a few episodes that don't have any songs, there are others that are basically just songs, so that kind of balances it out.
#3: Variety of Characters
A lot of shows try to have a variety of characters that all have different personalities, but mostly fail and end up showing stereotypes of a certain character trait or not developing them enough so that the audience can get a feel for the characters. My Little Pony has six main characters, and they all have a unique personality. Everyone who watches the show can find a certain pony (or ponies) that they relate to more than the others, even if it's not one of the main six.
For instance, I relate to Twilight Sparkle. (Who just so happens to be my personal favorite). We both obsess over our tasks, and enjoy using check lists to organize ourselves. We also like to read more than almost anything else, and like to help others understand things. I do wish that I was more motivated like she is, but we're pretty much the same!
It's good to have all kinds of characters because it shows how you don't have to be the exact same as other people (ponies) in order to be good friends with them!
#4: It Teaches Kids that Everyone is Special in their Own Way
All the ponies have something called a cutie mark. They aren't born with it though, a cutie mark is something that appears on a young pony's flank when he or she figures out what their special talent is. Thus, there is a wide variety of cutie marks. If someone is good at singing, they may have music notes. Or if they're good at building things, they could have a hammer and nails for a cutie mark. It really emphasizes how everyone has a different purpose and talents.
#5: It Deals with Issues like Bullying in a Good Way
Remember how I said that not everypony is born with a cutie mark but gets it at different points in their life? Well, there are three young ponies (Apple Bloom, Sweetie Belle, and Scootaloo) who don't have their cutie marks when everyone else in their school does. Therefore, a character named Diamond Tiara constantly taunts them and calls them 'blank flanks', even driving them to tears on a few occasions. The young ponies have trouble dealing with her at times, and have made a few mistakes by attempting to get revenge, at which point older ponies direct them on the right path.
But in a recent episode, it is revealed that Diamond Tiara - who is rich and acts like nothing ever goes wrong for her - has a difficult family life. The episode revolves around her trying to overcome her parent's mean personalities and develop her own self so that she can make her own decisions. Surprisingly, Apple Bloom, Sweetie Belle, and Scootaloo are happy to help Diamond Tiara find herself and they even make up and apologize for being rude to each other at times.
There are other issues it addresses as well, and the writers do an excellent job of showing healthy ways of dealing with them, such as keeping a good group of friends around you at all times.
BONUS: Friendship is Magic
The show's full title is My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic. And there's a reason for that. If you don't have friends (or a friend - number doesn't matter) then you will be lonely. Or if you ignore them, then they can't help you with your problems. True friends will stick with you. True friends won't give up on you even if you give up on yourself. And true friends won't ever let you down. Friendship is Magic.
-Owl ^OvO^
Disclaimer: I don't own My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic or anything related to it. I just think it's awesome.
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