Pt. 1
SoC: Shadow Play Pt. 1
Due to Twilight's OCD and her total dissmiss of Starlight's concerns, Starswirl and the Legends Of Equestria have been rescued from limbo. Unfortunately they are not alone as The Pony Of Shadows has been freed from his prison and is ready to reek havoc on the world. Twilight, you done bucked up! Let's see how she fixes this mess she put everypony in.
*He may be evil, but at least the guy has a sense of humor.
*Actually, it worked for over a thousand years.
*His magic went limp. Get this guy a Viagra™!
Viagra*Sorry, I don't think she can get the toothpaste back into the tube.
Toothpaste*In other words, "We're boned!"
*Well, you should have thought about that in case something went south.
*You're going to help them imprison you again? What a nice guy! Yeah, I know, he's going to destroy the book.
*Nailed it! Technically so did he.
*Don't just stand there, get out of the way!
*Nevermind, he did it for you.
*That was close, good thing the old broad moved her out of the way or it would have... still missed. So she really didn't help much.
*Don't let something like that... get between you two!
*Get yourselves out of this now smeg head!
*We all know who's fault this is! Spike of course, that slave ruins everything.
Fault*Nope, that was it.
*Well, you sure did a fine job.
Job*You'll cry now, but eventually there will be No More Tears.
*Yes!
*You're her hero, she'll take a Bullet For You. So to speak.
*Time to see how strong Twilight's magic really is.
*Jolly good show old bean!
*Perhaps even stronger. Definitely not wiser though.
Stronger*Stop the might of shadows? I don't know... she might!
*Round two!
Round 2*So far neck and neck!
*Up, looks like it's too much.
*Hey, that's cheating!
*Looks like somepony needs their girlfriend to help her fight her fights.
*Looks like you're no match for the power of two!
*Take that biatch!
Take*Of course they know this fiend, The Pony Of Shadows!
*And not the kind you find at parties!
*You seem quite sure of that.
Sure*Oh I see! So it's all about you huh?!
*He's gone!
Gone*Perhaps the little shadow's room. Even dark creatures have to go to the potty now and then.
*Always riddles with you isn't it? Also, nice to hear a feminine voice attached to her finally.
*Only about a thousand years. Hope you don't have any library books you forgot to turn in.
Thousand*You could have broken the news a little more gently than that! Some Element of Kindess you are!
*Uh oh, which one has the overdue library book?
*Yeah, until she screwed it up!
She*I liked the way I put it better.
*Twilight trying to make a graceful exit.
*Don't forget Trixie and the amulet, your excursion with the Mirror Pool, Twilight's wreaking havoc over the Want-It-Need-It spell, the Parasprite invasion, etc.
*Starlight's expression there is priceless!
*I'm sure that's a great comfort to him.
Comfort*Tis that a new ship I see on the horizon?! The age difference is only a problem if you let it be one.
*But they did dood it!
Dood*That's Starswirl The Beardo!
*That's right, they Can Do It!
*"Do that to my head again... you die!"
*And do they have the mother of all maps!
Maps*Well, it does come from the Tree Of Harmony after all.
*See!
*But can he eat just one potato chip? That would truly be a feat!
Can*I'm pretty sure that's what he just said.
*Love that accent!
*Certainly the most powerful thing in this universe!
Universe*Uh... yes! Try to keep up AJ, you're embarrassing me as a fan of yours.
Uh*What? You didn't understand the question?
*She puts the fun into funny!
*Honestly, I don't think AJ likes her ass being hugged.
*Fabulous generocity!
*And ego, that's why Pinkie had to bring her... down to earth!
*Not to mention, deadly adorableness!
*Ok, how the hell did an earth pony do that?! Oh, I forgot, this is Pinkie.
*Not just any magic, but adorkable magic!
*Oh, going to make it all about yourselves now! What egomaniacs!
Make*You are one hot mare of hope!
*The brute kind!
*Not anymore!
*Oh yeah, definitely a ship there!
*And beard!
Beard*Twilight acting like a love sick puppy. Doesn't she know he is not happy with her?
*Well now she does. Got to feel for her you know!
*I think he might argue with you on that.
*Eh, last time the magic was harnessed from that tree didn't work out too well. Thanks to Discord.
Last*Well, what do you think?
Think*Well, all things must pass. However, after last time I understand your hesitation.
*Yes, but you six will still remain and that's the important thing!
*Certainly didn't last time (boy, I've mentioned that a few times now haven't I?).
Certainly*On the other hoof, the alternative...
*Boy, what a grouch!
*Lesson to learn kids, never meet your Heroes!
*That would be the last of the friendship problem detector. On the other hoof, we will never have to see those dumbass Rainbow Powers again. Do it!!!!!
Friendship*So he's a power.... ful foe?!
*Some would call it moxy.
*The response is mixed
*Poor Twilight, her whole world is crashing around her.
*Don't just stand there looking glum, go talk to her!
*Twilight doing the only thing she knows to do when she feels lost. Hit the books!
Books*Is that a...
*Yup, a seapony. First the airship and now this. I am oh so curious to know what the timeline of the movie vs. the show is.
Seapony*Glad to see Starlight taking my advice.
Advice*So... is that a no?
*Because of that?
*Faceplant!
*That was wet one!
*It was predictable. And you DID try to warn her.
Predictable*Should have, would have, could have, didn't.
*Still... you've gotta laugh.
*There's always Another Way!
*Only when spoken to slave!
Slave*You have more faith in her than she does right now.
*For some reason I have a feeling she needs that book.
*Sure Twilight, forget the fact your baby dragon has more than he can handle. Just take the one in the middle and throw off his balance.
Middle*Yes... yes what?
*Let me guess, you?!
*Of course! It's a pronoun used to identify a specific person or thing close at hand or being indicated or experienced. I'm surprised you didn't know that.
*No! Get back to work slave!
Work*Starlight has doubts.
*You don't seem too convinced.
Too*What, you think you can talk the pony of shadows out of taking over? Not everypony can be saved.
*Don't assume, you know what that does to 'u' and 'me'.
Assume*All you're thinking about is making your hero like you. That kind of motivation can cloud ones judgment.
*I'm thinking Starlight shares my concern.
I'm*Oh, I'm sure that is quite the culture shock for those ponies out of time.
*A lot can happen in over 1000 years.
*Either way it's still ghastly.
*As delicate as you are, I'm sure a lot of places sound dark to you. Also, adorable bonnet you've got there!
*Who'd of thought you would like square dancing? Also, that cowgirl hat is quite a fashion faux pa. Reminds me of the ridiculous get up Sylvester Stallone wore in Rhinestone.
*The Dark Eternal Night!
*Pinkie, always one for dramatics!
*Way to blind them Pinkie!
*It's bright? Good thing you told them, I don't know how they would notice otherwise.
*Going to go out on a limb and say they are not amused.
*Meanwhile, back at the castle...
Castle*That's a good thing. However, there are dark characters he can draw power from, particularly in Tartarus. Also there is the Everfree Forest which from what I remember is a pretty dark place itself.
Good*I'm pretty sure I said that.
*Cheers!
*More shipping!!!!!
*If you love it enough you'll be willing to leave it. Love Leave
*Heeeeeeeeere's Twili!!!!
*It's not finished yet so it's no good to them. Also, Starlight still has her doubts.
Still*Still trying to impress Beardo the Grouch.
*Asshole's not even going to look at it.
*Oh, like the one you came up with that changed the cutie marks of the Mane 6 and required Twilight to complete it and fix everything? There is a reason why she is an alicorn.
One*You're going to make her cry asshole!
*That a girl AJ, stand up for you princess!
Girl*That's right! When she screws up, she screws up completely, all the way! Wait, that didn't help her. Forget I said it.
*I guess that gesture means magic.
*By drinking Red Bull™?
*Oh, yeah. Of course it was from that. Not even sure if Red Bull™ is available in Equestria.
*Now we just need a word from Fluttershy.
Fluttershy*Not exactly a word, but it will do.
*Twilight is an unconventional pony.
Twilight*Let see if he can find something wrong with it.
*Unfortunately Twilight, that is the closest you're going to get to an endorsement from him.
*You've got quite a few options actually.
Options*Maybe the egghead can figure it out.
*Is her butt glowing?
*All of their butts are glowing!
*No slave! You... sorry force of habit. You are correct young one.
*Don't just stand there looking like guppies at feeding time, go!
*The Hollow Shades? What a name for a dark place!
*Are they dark apples?
Dark*So they are quite... distant from their homeland.
*So it's probably leading you to your villain. Or perhaps villains if a screenshot I saw leaked is any indication.
Villain*Why should she take offense? She knows how wrong she was.
*Not since the Rock has so much been said with just the raise of an eyebrow.
*Highly probable I'd say.
*He actually gave her a compliment! She's going to mark out over that for sure.
*What'd I tell you?! Do I know Twilight or do I know Twilight?
*I don't think anything can wipe that smile off her face.
*Well, you could always kill him, but that can get kind of messy.
Kill*Talk is cheap. Actions speak louder than words. Ponies that use brute force against others only respond to brute force returned on them.
*Twilight's like, "Shut up Starlight, you're embarrassing me!"
*I think he should maybe explain to her that you can't compromise with somepony(one) who wants to eliminate you. It's like the idiots that think we can work it out with North Korea (who wants to destroy South Korea) or Muslim extremists (who want to destroy all of western civilization).
*This is going to become ugly isn't it?
*Hope so, otherwise you will look silly defending them.
Hope*I wouldn't go that far. While there are some who you can't save, others can be.
*Maybe Twilight is starting to have doubts in her hero worship of him.
Starting*Maybe it is, maybe it isn't. You'll need more evidence for the contrary.
Maybe*Nice air quotes Spike!
*Something tells me she's going to go rouge and try to compromise with Shadows.
*Preparations have begun!
*Gather round kids, it's storytime! Also, I guess I was wrong about what she has planned. Storytime
*Sad as in sorrowful, or sad as in pathetic?
*Is that a dragon horse?
*Wait a minute!
*I'll be damned, it's the Dazzlings (Sirens)! Adagio, Aria, and my girl Sonata!!!!!
*I love it when I'm right!
*Green eyes can never be trusted!
*Ha ha ha!!!! It's like a chihuahua going against a pit bull!
*"Little filly smash!!!!"
*Check it out motherbuckers!!!! Derp O'clock!!!!!
*A Call To Arms!!!!
*Aria is pissed!
*She's.... hot! Actually depending on the artist that draws them, all three are hot.
*Now all three are pissed!
*And there's a portal to the human world!
*And the rest is Equestria Girls history!
History*He brought you there and you're just going to ignore him?
*Or perhaps felt unappreciated by you. Looks like Starlight might be right, maybe this guy can be saved.
*So Starswirl is a liar. They never even tried talking to him.
*Well I guess you were wrong!
*That's not right, a pony's eyes aren't supposed to do that!
*Doesn't explain how he got that power.
*I'm pretty sure they never asked. They obviously never gave him a chance to explain himself.
Asked*So you made an ass out of u and me.
*No!!! Really?!
*Now he's being an ass to Starlight. This guy could really use some pony (people) skills.
*Oh nah he didn't!
*She gets it, she just don't get it!
*Oh, like Anakin becoming Darth!
Darth*Because Starswirl's an asshole!
*No deposit, No Return!
*You tell him sister!
*Good thin you're not God, then nopony would ever find redemption.
God*Though that would mean you would remain one of the best villains. Kind of a catch 22 situation.
*Starting to feel like a heel yet?
Heel*Hope you know, nothing good will come from it's removal. Last time the Everfree Forest almost destroyed civilization as we know it.
*Shame, it's a downright S.I.N.!
*His praise has gone straight to her head. Knocking out any sense in the process.
*I think Starlight's going to be sick.
*Loyalty!
*Generosity
*Kindness!
*And the rest! Here on Equestria's Island! Oh, sorry. Laughter and Honesty!
*And Magic!
*It's been so long, they forgot!
Forgot*Um, you gals aren't going to be put in Limbo as well right? Then you're simply trading one group of heroes in Limbo for another. Starlight's idea to talk to Shadow is starting to look like the better plan.
*Suck up!
*I don't think she does. Just like with the spell that caused all this mess, I think her blind devotion to Starswirl is clouding her judgment.
Don't*Don't believe everything you read!
*Or maybe it's always been like that.
*You have Travel(ed) In Stygian territory!
*"I know that laugh."
*It would seem the earth has indigestion.
*Ponies go down the hole!
*Come on, Flutters doesn't weigh that much!
*Shadows closing in on you!
*Well Of Shade? Oh... well!
*So what happened to him is basically what happened with Luna and Nightmare Moon.
*That's some heavy revenge!
*Aw, you hoit his wittle feewings!
*Wouldn't you need to be a mollusk to be shellfish?
*Do you take personal checks?
*Starswirl's magic cracks under pressure.
*Perhaps. If what happend to Luna was a 'friendship problem' then yes.
Problem*That expression shows some doubt.
*Beardy so bossy!
Bossy*Can you feel the Power?!
*"Not this again!"
*If you've got a plan under your sleeve Starlight, you better reveal it before it's too late. However, perhaps Twilight might step up finally.
*Um, it looks like they just might.
*Be 100% sure before you do this Twilight. If you're wrong then you're condeming that little guy to a dark prison.
*Remember Luna! Don't make the mistake Celestia made.
Luna*She stepped up!
Up*Old dude is full of crap.
*They were wrong to do that, but that doesn't excuse what came after.
*So they're hearing that.
*"If you talked to him, you could have avoided all this."
Talked*You mean it used you because you're emotions were running high.
*If they had just listened...
*Let her help you... help yourself!
*She has alicorn magic bestowed upon her in the name of friendship. If anypony can, it's her.
*See, she agrees with me!
Agrees*Didn't think it'd be that easy did ya?
*Doesn't mean she's not going to try!
*Bring him out of the darkness and into the light!
*Pull with everything you've got!
*Technically, he never NEEDED it. He just wanted it.
Never*It's always about friendship with you ponies!
*It looks like his hoof is sticking out of an anus!
*Yup, that's her name!
*A little help guys? They aren't the only two with magic!
*About damn time! Hey Rarity and old broad, get with the magic!
*Stupid me, I forgot the Elements! Duh!!!!!
*You saved the pony AND you got to do some banishing!
*And the light will Forever Shine On!
*And no stupid Rainbow Powers were needed!!!!
Powers*Could be! Could be.
*They've got some stuff to say to each other.
*Basically he just said he was sorry.
*Finally you said something heartfelt to her!
*And that's why she is better than you ever were. Her expression tells me her dream has come true.
*She's so flabbergasted, she can't think straight!
*You've got the mission accomplished glow!
*That's Starlight, he has the moxy!
*There is none taller... well, except maybe Trouble Shoes.
*Princess Celestia is so old. "How old is she?" She can remember when the Dead Sea only had the sniffles.
*Remember, there are some in the fandom who actually ship these two.
*Don't worry, he'll just give you a D- instead of an F.
*He's going to be a Nomad!
*It's time for them to enjoy their retirement!
*Oh you know she's going to lose it with that compliment. Suppress your wing boner Twilight!
*Her dream has come true, she has received the highest praise from her hero!
*Tears of joy! To be honest, I'm a bit misty eyed myself. I'm happy for the adorkable one!
*Awwwww!!!!! Ain't that sweet?
*Group hug!!! Slave, what do you think you're doing? You contributed nothing. Just kidding, love ya guy! But seriously, all you did was carry books.
*Heroes are overrated.
Overrated*Dawwwww!!!!! That last part is the parting shot so I won't post it here.
Well that was a nice season finale! A bit over hyped though. The promo made it look like the previous cast of villains were going to show up but they just got a passing mention. The Pony Of Shadows was pretty badass and Starswirl came off as a giant ass. Good to see even a legend like himself was greatly flawed and in the end he came around and gave Twilight the due she's earned. Starlight had quite a big part in this but I'm ok with that. I've grown accustomed to her character since her transformation. I think this one holds my record of screenshots (this second part that is) at a whopping 337 (38 bonus and a parting shot)! This is probably due to my wanting this SoC to be the grandest one I've done (I also probalby posted more songs than any review before it). Was this a perfect season finale? No, it was really good and I give it 4/5 or 9/10 but it just wasn't as good as I hoped it would be. Then again, that's how this season was. To me it was the weakest season in some time and overall I give it 3/5 or 7/10. Some really great episodes (some of the best like AJ's parents story) but too many duds. I think they rushed this season in too fast. It needed about a month or more break. I think it would have been much more enjoyable and would have made doing my reviews easier.
Speaking of which, because of how much a chore it is to do these SoCs, this maybe the last one (which is why I went all out for this one). That depends on how long of a break we get this time. If they rush it like they did with this season, I don't think I will have the energy or patience to continue. Without all the fanart and ES Stories polls to attach my reviews to in the comments, my viewership has dropped by half. When ES did his polls and some of the other artists did episode pieces every week, I'd get about 100 views in a week. Since very few artists do it and ES hasn't done any polls lately, I've gotten maybe 60-70 views a week if that. I don't think most people understand how much work goes into these reviews. It takes literally 6-8 hours to watch a 20 minute cartoon, not to mention the 2-3 hours it takes to put them in journal form. That is a ton of work for an average 7-10 views a day.
If this is the last one, I want to thank all those who have supported my endeavors these past several seasons. I've had a lot of fun with most of these and any kind word thrown my way in reference to them has been greatly appreciated. If I don't continue with the reviews, I may still catch the occasional screenshot and throw in a funny comment from time to time. Once again, thank you to all who read these and I will leave with my bonus shots and the parting shot:
"Is that... a baby dragon? What have ponies come to?"
"Dammit, I forgot my little blue pills!!!!"
"That was close, I almost wet myself! Scratch that, I DID wet myself."
"He's so huge! In more ways than one!!!!!"
"No penis jokes while I'm around!!!!!"
"I agree! Nopony wants to hear about your shriveled, saggy old guy penis."
"Oh, I'm sure they're not THAT shriveled!"
"Besides, Starlight has many spells in her repertoire, I'm sure there's one that will fix that!"
"And if not, it's not like any mare would actually sleep with you."
"I wouldn't go that far, if you have a nice personality, I'm sure you can find somepony to sleep with you."
"Sorry young lady, I've never paid for it in my life."
"Darling, Rainbow Dash isn't a prostitute. Even if she was, you couldn't afford her."
"Did you know I actually have a Starswirl dakimakura?!"
"Pink one, you are quite attractive. Come to my room tonight and let's set this ship asail! 
"These perverted sex jokes have got to stop!"
"Nope, not with me hugging your ass!!!! So squishy!!!!!!!!!"
"What a bad day. My idol hates me and these perverse jokes are non stop!!!!"
"This pretty little one tickles my fancy!"
"Talk to the hoof!"
"Twilight, are you ok? I'm sure the pervert will reel the sex jokes in now."
"Phbbpthbpt!!! Yeah, that'll happen!!!!!"
"I know, that sicko will never stop!"
Keep mocking me and I'll really give you two something to groan about!
"Wow, that is one anatomically correct statue!"
"See! This is why I hate coming to the city! Nothing but sex, sex, sex!!!!"
"What is that smell? Did you fart or does your castle always smell like crap?"
"It was Apple Jack, she just lets them rip!!!!"
Got nothing, just like this screenshot!
"Is this where where we're going to have our orgy?"
"I thought those orgy jokes ran their course in part 1 of the review?!!!"
"Little does he realize this pervert's orgy jokes NEVER end."
"It was you Twilight, I learned it from watching you!!!!"
"Everypony hates me nopony loves me, I'm going to eat some worms!"
"Your will be redeemed even if I have to whip it out of you!!!"
"I hate Mondays!!!!!"
"I read your clopfic about us Starswirl. While I'm flattered in how you described me, I've never actually been that flexible."
"You're not such a bad screw up as I initially thought!"
"That's the sweetest thing anypony ever said to me with the phrase 'screw up'!"
"Twilight! Not in public!!! Wait until tonight."
The final parting shot of the season and maybe of the entire SoC series:
Ain't it sweet?!!!
