Chapter 2: The Festival of Friendship
On an early day, pegai are flying over the clouds.
Song:
Hey! Hey! Hey!
Hey! Hey! Hey!
See the ponies trottin' down the street
Equestria is where they wanna meet
They all know where they wanna go
And they're trottin' in time
And they're trottin', yeah
They got the beat
They got the beat
They got the beat
Yeah, they got the beat
The pegasi fly down from the clouds and over the path where many ponies are going in the same direction. Everyone pony around Equestria are heading to Canterlot, the capital city of Equestria.
Song:
Go-go music really makes us dance
Do the pony, puts us in a trance
Do the watusi, just give us a chance
That's when we fall in line
'Cause we got the beat
We got the beat
We got the beat
Yeah, we got it!
Ponies who are already in Canterlot are putting up decorations, setting up tables with food on it, and even games and music. As some of the ponies are setting the food and tables up for a special banquet, Spinke jumps on a gelatin, and jumps off, and start running with a pile of scrolls in his hands.
As Spike runs, he shouts, "'Scuse me! Dragon on the move! Important princess documents comin' through!"
Spine runs past the crowd of opens who are arriving to the city. Many of them are so excited for a big festival today.
The white earth mare looks around, and happily says, "Whoa! Everypony from Manehattan to Saddle Arabia is here!"
"I know, filly! We almost couldn't book a stable!" Apple Cobbler agrees.
Some of the pegasi take to the sky, and are excited for this special celebration
"Princess Twilight and Princess Sun must have their hooves full with this giant Festival!" Clear Skies says.
"Are you kidding?! Princess Twilight's smart and organized and cool under pressure! And Princess Sun's also smart, has leadership, and knows what to do when things go wrong! There's nothing they can't handle!" The other pegasus says with a smile.
Inside Canterlot Castle' hallway, Princess Twilight is meditating as she focus her magic and stretching her wings, and is wearing her gold crown with magenta gems on it.
"Ommmmm…" Princess Twilight says, sounding relaxed.
But then starts to panic, "Ohhhhhhh mmmmy goodness, I can't handle this! Ooh! Nothing is working! I just have to get it together! Just go in there! And ask! This is your Friendship Festival! Everypony's happiness rests in your hooves."
She hoof face her horn as she groans, "Ohhhh!"
Sun who is with Princess Twilight in her human body walks up to Princess Twilight. She is wearing her orange shirt with short sleeve down her shoulders, magenta skirt, and black boots and leather sleeveless jacket with studs on the collar. She is also wearing a crown with red gems on it.
Sun says, "It's okay Twilight, I'm sure Princess Celestia and the others will love your idea for the celebration."
Just then, Spike opens the door, and walks in with the paper.
Spike walks down the halls as he says, "Okay, Twilight. Got all your charts and graphs."
"Oh, thank goodness you're here, Spike! I'm just so nervous about this meeting!" Princess Twilight says in relief.
"Whachoo talkin' 'bout?" Spike mumbles.
"I'm about to ask the three most royal princesses of Equestria for a huge favor! What if they reject me?" Princess Twilight in concern.
"It'll be fine. Just remember the most important thing," Spike says.
"Smile?!" Princess Twilight asks, turning to Spike with a big smile.
"Eh... no. You're a Princess, too," Spike clarifies.
"He's right, we're both princesses. And I'm sure you'll do fine.
"Right!" Princess Twilight says.
Princess Twilight then uses her magic to open the large doors to reveal the throne room. There is a red carpet that goes to the two thrones one yellow and one is blue. There are beautiful color glass windows. At the end of the carpet are the other three princesses: Celestia, Luna, and Cadence.
"Good morning, Princesses. Thank you all for seeing me. I have an idea that I think will make our Friendship Festival the most wonderful celebration Equestria has ever seen!" Princess Twilight says, sounding excited.
"Yes, Twilight! We are very excited!" Princess Celestia says.
Then Princess Cadence says, "Ponies have been arriving from all over all morning."
"I'd like to think it's to see us, but Songbird Serenade might be the bigger attraction," Princess Luna adds.
"Yes, she is the... "mane" event!" Princess Twilight jokes with a smile.
Then she says, "And to make it extra special, I could use your help."
She turns her head, and calls out, "Spike?"
Spike then pulls a large whiteboard on wheels. There is a picture of a stage for the show, and a few equasions.
"Songbird Serenade's performance is not scheduled to start until after you begin the sunset." Princess Twilight says, walking to the whiteboard.
Then she says as she draws the calculations, "And based on my precise calculation, to get the very best lighting for the stage… "
"Princess Celestia, I was hoping you could make sure the sun stays about 28.1º to the south… " Princess Twilight instruct drawing Celestia, the sun, and the angle degree.
Then she draws a picture of Luna, the moon, and her angle degree as she says, "… and, Princess Luna, if you could raise the moon 62º to the north at the same time, it would reflect the sunlight on the other side and really frame the entire stage perfectly!"
She then draws the calculations on what the two light of the sun and moon will bring.
Sun and the other princesses stare at Princess Twilight's plan.
"I…" Princess Twilight tries to speak up.
But Princess Twilight continues, But wait! There's more!"
She then adds a drawing of an aurora and explains, "Cadance, if you could use your crystal magic to create an aurora above the stage, the sun and the moon will shine through it and create a truly amazing light show!"
Above the whiteboard, shimmering sparkles appears over it
Then Spike announces, "Presenting Songbird Serenade!"
Spike then holds up a cardboard Songbird Serenade
Then jumps on the whiteboard, and goes, Yeah, yeah, yeah! Whoa-ho!
But then falls over, "Whoa!" and hits the ground.
Spike meekly says, "Ta-da…"
Sun and the other princesses look at Princess Twilight and her plan with stares.
"So you're saying you want us to move the sun and the moon for the party," Princess Luna calmly says.
"Isn't that a little… complicated? But I do admit, it does seem pretty cool," Sun wonders.
"Well, I'd do it myself, except I don't have your magic," Princess Twilight says, and let out a nervous laugh.
Princess Celeista comes up to Princess Twilight, and says, "Twilight, each of us uses our powers to serve Equestria in our own way. You are the Princess of Friendship. You already have all the magic you need. And that goes the same for you Sun."
Sun walks over to Princess Twilight and Spike.
Princess Twilight meekly asks, "So... that's be a no?"
Suddenly, Rainbow's voice shouts, "Yes!"
Outside of Canterlot in the sky, Rainbow Dash is clearing up the sky by kicking the clouds away.
Once the sky is clear, Rainbow says with pride, "Sky's cleared and ready for the festival!"
Rainbow then flies down courtyard where the stage and the tents are at for the Friendship Festival.
On stage, Pinkie Pie is blowing the orange balloon. Once it's big enough, Pinkie uses her crafting skills to make a balloon animal version of Discord. Suddenly, the balloon begins to deflate.
"Whoa!" Pinkie yelps as the balloon blows her away.
On the other side of the stage, Fluttershy is with her birds practicing their bird music for the show. Her rabbit Angel is dressed like a bird as well. However, it's been interrupted by Pinkie running across the perches for the birds.
"Whoa! Heads up, Fluttershy! Out of control balloooooon!" Pinkie screams, running after the balloon and chasing the birds away.
The only one remaining is a little bird, that bop Fluttershy on the head.
Fluttershy turns as she says, "Hoo. I don't think it's the balloon that's out of control, Pinkie Pie!"
Fluttershy then snuggles the little bird.
Applejack comes over pulling a barrel of her apple cider.
Applejack calls out, "Hey, y'all!"
Hearing Pinkie screaming, Applejack ducks her head as the ballon takes her for a flight.
Applejack asks, "Anypony up for some free samples of my family's apple cider?"
"Ah!" Rainbow replies in excitement to hear that cider is here.
Rainbow flies past Applejack taking the cup, and shouts, "Thank you!"
Then flies back and gives Applejack the empty cup, "Loved it!"
Applejack looks down on the cup to see it empty.
At the stage platform, Rarity, and the Dazzlings are decorating the stage for the show. Of course, the Dazzlings are also in their human forms.
Applejack walks over, and says, "Wow, Rarity. It's a fine job you're doin' there. 'Course it might not get done 'til after the concert."
"I know what you mean A.J, this is going to take forever," Aria complains.
"Applejack, Aria, darlings, anypony can do "fine". Twilight asked me, so clearly, she's going for fabulous, and fabulous takes time. Of course, she ask the Dazzlings to help out as well," Rarity says.
"She's right you know," Adagio agrees.
"Fabulous takes forever!" Rainbow complains.
Then says, "But 'awesome'..."
Rainbow then grabs the decorations and set them on the platform of the stage in top speed. After decorating the platform, she flies on stage causing Fluttershy to spin around.
Causing Fluttershy to yelp, "Whoa!"
Fluttershy manages to stop spinning to see she is tied with the ribbon on her legs and has a gem on her muzzle.
Rainbow flies back to the others, and says, "...can get done in four seconds flat!"
"Faster if I do my sonic rainboom!" Rainbow adds, getting ready to blast off.
But Rarity shouts, "Aah! Nono, oh no! Don't you dare, Rainbow Dash! It looks wretched enough already."
The others look to see that the ribbons aren't tied up all the way, crooked, and put in different positions, and the gems aren't placed properly either.
"Yeah. I don't think you did a good job with the decorating Rainbow," Sonata comments.
"Oh come on, it's fine!" Rainbow denies.
"If you were raised in a barn!" Rarity disapproves.
But calmly says, "Ahem, no offense, Applejack."
"None taken." Applejack says as Rainbow takes the glass and drinks it and puts it back.
Applejack pours another cider, and says, "Especially since I wasn't raised in a barn. My family just happens to have a barn. Where I was born."
Rainbow then takes another cup and puts it back.
"And... spent most of my formative years…" Applejack skeptical adds.
"Raised in a barn!" Rainbow shouts, flying back to drink the cup of cider.
Walking to the stage, Princess Twilight, Sun, and Spike are checking to see how the others are doing.
Princess Twilight has the checklist in front her with her magic, "Okay, just two hundred and eighteen things left to do and we're ready."
"Hey, Twilight! Hi Sun!" The girls call out.
"Hello, Spike," Rarity says.
Spike blushes as he says, "Uh, hi, Rarity. Heh heh."
"How'd it go with the other Princesses? They like your idea?" Applejack
"I bet they loved it!" Pinkie scream happily, as she hops by.
"Not exactly. They think I can make today perfect without their magic," Princess Twilight sadly answers.
"And they are absolutely right, darling. This festival is your brilliant idea and we know you're up to the task!" Rarity says.
"And lets not forget that Sun, my sisters and I are helping out," Adagio says.
"But what if I'm not?! What if Songbird Serenade hates the stage?! Or nopony makes a new friend?! And if I fail at the festival, then who am I?!" Princess Twilight panics.
Sun puts her hand on Princess Twilight's and calmly says, "Alright Twilight, breeze."
Then Pinkie comes over, and says grabbing her face close to hers, "Twilight, look at me! This will be the biggest celebration Equestria has ever seen! As the Princess of Friendship, you cannot fail! This day will define who you are! The pressure is intense! It's almost too much for any single pony to handle!"
Pinkie lets go of Princess Twilight causing her to fall on her back.
Pinkie hopes back, and happily says, "But you have us! So stop worrying."
Princess Twilight sheepishly smiles in reply.
Applejack:
It's time to show 'em what you've got
Applejack dust off Princess Twilight.
Rarity:
It's time to go and get things done
Rarity adjust Princess Twilight's crown.
Fluttershy:
But you don't have to do it on your own
Fluttershy, Rainbow, Sun, and the Dazzlings join in.
Pinkie Pie:
'Cause you've got friends right here to make it fun
Pinkie jumps in, and then pulls the group to a big hug.
Mane Five:
We got this, you got this
We got this together
Soon, Sun and the Dazzlings transform to gain their pony ears extended, hair, and wings. Soon, Rainbow drags Princess Twilight, Sun and Spike into the sky.
Twilight Sparkle:
Huh?
Spike:
Whoa!
Soon, the three are flying in the cloudy sky.
Rainbow Dash:
Sometimes the pressure gets you down
And the clouds are dark and grey
Just kick them off and let the sun shine through
Rainbow then flies through the clouds letting the sun through, and bliding the others. Soon, Sun, Princess Twilight and Spike follow her through the clouds.
Rainbow Dash:
And scary as it seems, more help is on the way
'Cause friends have friends that wanna help out, too
Soon the Wonderbolts appears clearing the clouds, and then circle around the four friends.
Rainbow Dash and Wonderbolts:
We got this, you got this
We got this together
Then the Wonderbolts clears the cloud that is blocking the sun, but they miss one. Before Twilight can point it out. Rainbow grabs the girls, and fly down to the festival.
Crowd:
It's the Festival of Friendship
And we can get it done
Princess Twilight, Sun and Spike begin to fly around the festival. Bulk hit the target hard enough for the metal part can hit the bell off.
Crowd:
A festival that they won't forget
They then fly off to the Photo Booth and Photo Finish take a picture of them
Crowd:
A party to be proud of
A day of games and fun
Vinyl Scratch is setting up her d.j system and scratching her records. Princess Twilight and Sun give Vinyl a hi hoof to say.
Crowd:
Just you wait and see
A magic day in perfect harmony
Princess Twilight who is still holding Spike, and Sun fly around the festival until they reach the animal area.
Fluttershy:
You got this
Bird whistles melody
Fluttershy and bird whistle:
We got this together
Suddenly, Harry the bear gives Princess Twilight, Sun, Spike, Fluttershy, and Angel bunny a hug. And the bird fly into the sky.
One ofthe feathers almost lands on the pie, but Granny Smith gently blows it away.
Applejack:
With friends and family, you are never alone
Applejack and her entire family are showing Princess Twilight and Sun the pies.
Applejack:
If you need help, we've got your back
Applejack walks behind Spike and gives him a pat on the back, but cause him to belch fire to make a hole on the checklist.
Applejack:
You can be honest, let your problems be known
Applejack, Princess Twilight, Sun, and Spike check out one of the beverages. But Princess Twilight and Sun thinks it tasted a little sour. Princess Twilight pours the sugar in it.
Applejack and Apple family:
'Cause you got us to pick up the slack
We got this
The Apple family comes in with carts full of barrels. Then they place the pies on the table.
Big Mac:
Eeyup!
Then eats the pie he has on his hoof.
Apple family:
We got this together
Rarity:
Pay attention to the details
Every gem even-spaced
Make the colors perfect
Rarity uses her magic to place light blue heart shaped gemstones on the platform.
Spike:
Takin' one or two to taste
Spike sneaks one of the gems and puts it in his mouth
Rarity:
Inside and out, beautiful throughout
Generosity is what we're all about
The girls are on the stage, and Coco, Sassy Saddle walk in with more ribbons. Spike tries to grab another gem, but Rarity brings the basket to Spike. He takes out the gem and stuffs it in his mouth.
Spike (with his mouth full):
You got this
Rarity:
You got this
Princess Twilight then uses her magic to lift up a centerpiece of the stage. It's purple and blue that swirls around each other and have light blue orbs on it.
Rarity and Spike:
We got this together
After putting up the centerpiece, Princess Twilight and Sun fly to the air.
Princess Twilight Sparkle:
Today needs to be perfect, it all comes down to me
I don't know if I'm ready
For all the things they need me to be
The two princesses look to see the preparations for the Festival
Princess Twilight Sparkle:
I am the Princess of Friendship
Soon, the two fly over the ponies
Princess Twilight Sparkle:
But that is more than just a crown
Soon the two look down at their reflections as they soar over the water.
Princess Twilight Sparkle:
It's a promise to bring ponies together
And never let anypony down
Soon the two fly up into the sky.
Meanwhile, Pinkie is on a cycling beater, mixing up the batter for the cake.
Pinkie Pie:
We've got an awful lot to bake
Each pony needs a piece of cake
Pinkie Pie:
Oh, wait! There's something better we can do
She looks to see Trixie's with her fireworks that gives her an idea. As she sees them light up the sky.
Pinkie Pie:
We're gonna need some more supplies
Pinkie then brings cart full of supplies.
Pinkie Pie:
To make a really big surprise
She brings them to a big pile of supplies.
Pinkie Pie:
She'll be so shocked—she's sure to love it, too!
She jumps on the cart that launches the supplies in the air. Pinkie then throws to the contraction working that is going on for the celebration
Pinkie Pie:
You got this!
We got this together!
Pinkie then hugs her alligator Gummy.
Up in the sky the Wonderbolt clears the last of the clouds to have a clear day.
Then everypony in Equestria are at the courtyard where the stage is.
All:
It's the Festival of Friendship
Together we are one
A day we will never forget
Everyone are gathered at the stage. Princess Twilight, Sun, the Dazzlings and the others are on stage.
All:
And now everything is ready
So when the day is done
The Wonderbolts puts their hooves together but Derphy falls over.
Rainbow Dash:
The weather
The Wonderbolt clears the last of the sky.
Applejack:
The banquet
Applejack is with her family with the food preparations.
Rarity:
The style
Rarity is on stage with the other fashion ponies.
Fluttershy:
And music
Fluttershy and the Dazzlings are with the birds and the ponies with their instruments.
All:
All will be in perfect harmony!
Suddenly, a giant party canon appears behind Princess Twilight and Sun. Then it explodes unleashing giant layers of cake. Sun and Princess Twilight look behind them and gasp in shock to see where the giant cake is landing.
One by one, the biggest cake to the smallest cake lands right on top of Sun and Princess Twilight. They both end up yelping when the cake lands on them. Then the cake melts down causing people to panic a bit. Luckily, Princess Twilight and Sun are able to get out of the pile of batter
Princess Twilight angrily scolds, "Pinkie!"
Suddenly, a large candle with some fire on it lands on Princess Twilight's horn.
Pinkie comes out of the cannon, and shouts from the far, "Oopsie! Guess my easy bake confetti cake cannon needs a little bit more fine tuning!"
Princess Twilight snorts with an annoyed look as the candle is blown out.
Then goes, "Hmmm…"
Sun facepalm her head and groans, "Urgh, Pinkie."