1 00:00:01,338 --> 00:00:04,107 ♪ (peaceful) 2 00:00:04,117 --> 00:00:13,326 3 00:00:13,500 --> 00:00:15,767 Seems like only yesterday I was saving this place 4 00:00:15,814 --> 00:00:17,363 from being totally destroyed. 5 00:00:17,619 --> 00:00:18,737 Hey, you guys remember that? 6 00:00:21,363 --> 00:00:24,887 You only mentioned it about 15 times on the train here. 7 00:00:25,125 --> 00:00:28,891 Yes, and we never hear a peep out of you about your exploits. 8 00:00:29,231 --> 00:00:30,823 Heh heh. Point taken. 9 00:00:31,426 --> 00:00:32,911 I'm glad you all wanted to come, 10 00:00:33,194 --> 00:00:35,168 but I don't think it's going to be that exciting. 11 00:00:35,611 --> 00:00:37,594 I pretty much just have to smile and wave 12 00:00:37,600 --> 00:00:38,961 as the dignitaries arrive. 13 00:00:39,057 --> 00:00:41,931 Yes, but you get to smile and wave like a princess. 14 00:00:42,339 --> 00:00:44,911 How exactly is that different than smiling and waving 15 00:00:44,926 --> 00:00:46,840 like, not a princess? 16 00:00:48,109 --> 00:00:48,944 It isn't. 17 00:00:51,574 --> 00:00:53,170 What's wrong, Twilight? 18 00:00:53,562 --> 00:00:56,872 Why the long face? 19 00:00:57,467 --> 00:00:59,879 I've just been feeling a little unsure about things lately. 20 00:01:00,224 --> 00:01:02,039 It doesn't seem that my new role as a princess 21 00:01:02,040 --> 00:01:03,367 equates to all that much. 22 00:01:03,496 --> 00:01:04,442 That's just silly. 23 00:01:04,561 --> 00:01:06,815 You've got a real important role in Equestria. 24 00:01:07,018 --> 00:01:09,322 Princess Celestia wouldn't have asked you to come today 25 00:01:09,330 --> 00:01:11,147 if she didn't think so. 26 00:01:11,369 --> 00:01:12,495 I guess you're right. 27 00:01:12,794 --> 00:01:14,060 Of course we are. 28 00:01:14,314 --> 00:01:15,393 Now hurry along. 29 00:01:15,436 --> 00:01:17,424 You don't want to risk having that important role 30 00:01:17,434 --> 00:01:20,234 diminished because you're tardy for your regal meet and greet. 31 00:01:21,769 --> 00:01:23,890 ♪ (fanfare) 32 00:01:23,970 --> 00:01:26,236 The Duke and Duchess of Mare-tonia. 33 00:01:26,243 --> 00:01:29,320 ♪ (processional) 34 00:01:29,332 --> 00:01:42,105 ♪ 35 00:01:49,453 --> 00:01:50,983 Spike: That was it? 36 00:01:51,646 --> 00:01:53,414 Princess Celestia had you come all the way 37 00:01:53,424 --> 00:01:55,886 to the Crystal Empire just to do that? 38 00:01:58,321 --> 00:02:00,993 I mean, whoa, really regal and important! 39 00:02:01,018 --> 00:02:02,261 (nervous laugh) 40 00:02:02,415 --> 00:02:03,088 (smack) 41 00:02:10,464 --> 00:02:17,460 Subtitles by YayPonies http://yayponies.eu HoH version 42 00:02:43,897 --> 00:02:47,766 (echoing hoof sounds) 43 00:02:47,955 --> 00:02:49,225 (door opens) 44 00:02:51,754 --> 00:02:52,731 Your Highness. 45 00:02:53,034 --> 00:02:55,092 Thank you for understanding our desire to keep the number 46 00:02:55,106 --> 00:02:57,207 of those privy to these confidential discussions 47 00:02:57,213 --> 00:02:57,935 to a minimum. 48 00:02:58,193 --> 00:02:59,268 Of course. 49 00:03:05,028 --> 00:03:05,914 (door closes) 50 00:03:08,854 --> 00:03:11,518 Is there anything else I can do to assist with their visit? 51 00:03:11,683 --> 00:03:14,390 I'm sorry, Twilight, but their visit is already over. 52 00:03:14,973 --> 00:03:15,605 Oh. 53 00:03:16,101 --> 00:03:17,000 Something wrong? 54 00:03:17,787 --> 00:03:20,265 I guess I just don't really understand why I'm here. 55 00:03:20,466 --> 00:03:22,616 Couldn't one of the Royal Guard have unfurled the banner? 56 00:03:23,030 --> 00:03:25,422 Having all four of us in the Empire to greet them 57 00:03:25,432 --> 00:03:27,123 lets the dignitaries know that their visit 58 00:03:27,133 --> 00:03:28,794 is considered an important one. 59 00:03:29,535 --> 00:03:31,242 Plus, it gives me an opportunity 60 00:03:31,254 --> 00:03:33,108 to see my favorite sister-in-law. 61 00:03:33,681 --> 00:03:35,049 And I'm happy to see you. 62 00:03:35,348 --> 00:03:35,986 All of you. 63 00:03:39,004 --> 00:03:39,791 But... 64 00:03:39,998 --> 00:03:40,727 But, I... 65 00:03:41,239 --> 00:03:43,717 Well, it's just that Princess Luna raises the moon. 66 00:03:44,312 --> 00:03:46,314 Princess Celestia raises the sun. 67 00:03:46,778 --> 00:03:48,433 You protect the Crystal Empire. 68 00:03:49,293 --> 00:03:50,702 And all I seem to do is... 69 00:03:51,002 --> 00:03:52,374 smile and wave. 70 00:03:53,166 --> 00:04:02,039 ♪ 71 00:04:02,122 --> 00:04:04,975 ♪ It isn't that I'm ungrateful 72 00:04:05,172 --> 00:04:06,624 ♪ For all the things 73 00:04:06,655 --> 00:04:08,046 ♪ that I've earned 74 00:04:09,724 --> 00:04:13,151 ♪ For all the journeys I have taken ♪ 75 00:04:13,217 --> 00:04:16,111 ♪ All the lessons that I have learned ♪ 76 00:04:16,936 --> 00:04:20,398 ♪ But I wonder where I'm going now ♪ 77 00:04:20,954 --> 00:04:24,569 ♪ What my role is meant to be 78 00:04:25,430 --> 00:04:28,690 ♪ I don't know how to travel 79 00:04:28,922 --> 00:04:33,338 ♪ To a future that I can't see 80 00:04:33,344 --> 00:04:39,551 81 00:04:39,598 --> 00:04:40,858 ♪ I have my wings 82 00:04:40,864 --> 00:04:42,833 ♪ I wear this crown 83 00:04:43,012 --> 00:04:45,890 ♪ I'm a Princess this is true 84 00:04:45,906 --> 00:04:47,633 ♪ 85 00:04:47,740 --> 00:04:50,692 ♪ But it's still unclear to me ♪ 86 00:04:50,737 --> 00:04:54,214 ♪ Just what I am meant to do 87 00:04:54,240 --> 00:04:55,393 88 00:04:55,414 --> 00:04:58,122 ♪ I want to have a purpose 89 00:04:58,825 --> 00:05:02,456 ♪ Want to do all that I can 90 00:05:02,819 --> 00:05:06,160 ♪ I want to make a contribution ♪ 91 00:05:06,331 --> 00:05:11,416 ♪ I want to feel part of the plan ♪ 92 00:05:11,426 --> 00:05:13,053 ♪ 93 00:05:13,084 --> 00:05:15,806 ♪ Your destiny's uncertain 94 00:05:16,284 --> 00:05:19,566 ♪ And that's sometimes hard to take ♪ 95 00:05:20,033 --> 00:05:23,492 ♪ But it will become much clearer ♪ 96 00:05:23,660 --> 00:05:27,334 ♪ With every new choice you make ♪ 97 00:05:27,674 --> 00:05:30,895 ♪ Patience is never easy 98 00:05:31,100 --> 00:05:34,472 ♪ I understand wanting more ♪ 99 00:05:34,940 --> 00:05:38,382 ♪ I know how hard it is to wait ♪ 100 00:05:38,503 --> 00:05:42,212 ♪ To spread your wings and soar ♪ 101 00:05:42,636 --> 00:05:45,652 ♪ But you stand here for a reason ♪ 102 00:05:45,886 --> 00:05:49,295 ♪ You are gifted and you are strong ♪ 103 00:05:49,533 --> 00:05:51,841 ♪ That crown is upon your head 104 00:05:51,855 --> 00:05:55,984 ♪ Because you belong 105 00:05:56,177 --> 00:05:58,362 ♪ Know that your time 106 00:05:58,376 --> 00:05:59,838 ♪ is coming soon 107 00:05:59,960 --> 00:06:01,639 ♪ As the sun rises 108 00:06:01,642 --> 00:06:03,293 ♪ So does the moon 109 00:06:03,414 --> 00:06:05,018 ♪ As love finds a place 110 00:06:05,024 --> 00:06:07,012 ♪ in every heart 111 00:06:07,371 --> 00:06:09,420 ♪ You are a princess 112 00:06:09,625 --> 00:06:12,058 ♪ You'll play your part 113 00:06:12,197 --> 00:06:15,625 ♪ We understand you wanting more ♪ 114 00:06:15,793 --> 00:06:16,975 ♪ A chance to shine 115 00:06:16,983 --> 00:06:19,479 ♪ A chance to soar 116 00:06:19,603 --> 00:06:25,736 ♪ Soon will come the day it turns around ♪ 117 00:06:25,777 --> 00:06:29,449 ♪ Know that your time is coming soon ♪ 118 00:06:29,506 --> 00:06:30,926 ♪ As the sun rises 119 00:06:30,938 --> 00:06:32,903 ♪ So does the moon 120 00:06:32,983 --> 00:06:34,519 ♪ As love finds a place 121 00:06:34,530 --> 00:06:36,626 ♪ in every heart 122 00:06:36,844 --> 00:06:38,844 ♪ You are a princess 123 00:06:39,176 --> 00:06:43,611 ♪ You'll play your part 124 00:06:44,103 --> 00:06:46,489 ♪ You are a princess 125 00:06:46,579 --> 00:06:52,298 ♪ You'll play your part 126 00:06:54,528 --> 00:06:56,224 Your time will come. 127 00:06:56,238 --> 00:07:08,532 ♪ 128 00:07:08,540 --> 00:07:12,154 ♪ (scary) 129 00:07:12,160 --> 00:07:13,381 ♪ 130 00:07:13,586 --> 00:07:14,561 (clatter) 131 00:07:15,900 --> 00:07:17,252 (clatter) 132 00:07:20,948 --> 00:07:23,352 (heavy breathing) 133 00:07:23,596 --> 00:07:24,606 Very sorry. 134 00:07:25,324 --> 00:07:26,468 You came out of nowhere. 135 00:07:27,912 --> 00:07:33,633 Is he friend or is he foe, the pony wonders. 136 00:07:34,977 --> 00:07:36,565 I can assure you. 137 00:07:36,749 --> 00:07:39,847 I am no "friend". 138 00:07:40,263 --> 00:07:43,650 I am Lord Tirek. 139 00:07:44,138 --> 00:07:48,191 And I will take what should have been mine long ago. 140 00:07:48,347 --> 00:07:55,941 (whoosh) 141 00:07:56,247 --> 00:07:56,915 (thud) 142 00:08:04,202 --> 00:08:06,321 (evil laugh) 143 00:08:08,140 --> 00:08:09,400 (frightened gasps) 144 00:08:10,359 --> 00:08:11,520 Sister, are you all right? 145 00:08:12,138 --> 00:08:14,015 I've just had the most terrible dream. 146 00:08:14,357 --> 00:08:16,015 Why do you think I'm here? 147 00:08:16,236 --> 00:08:19,802 You know as well as I that this was not a dream, but a vision. 148 00:08:19,986 --> 00:08:21,479 Then we haven't much time. 149 00:08:21,687 --> 00:08:25,734 The stronger he becomes, the more we are all in danger. 150 00:08:32,645 --> 00:08:36,281 ♪ 151 00:08:36,470 --> 00:08:38,581 Celestia: Tirek and his brother Scorpan came here 152 00:08:38,595 --> 00:08:42,146 from a distant land, intent on stealing Equestrian magic. 153 00:08:42,550 --> 00:08:44,991 But Scorpan soon came to appreciate the ways 154 00:08:45,006 --> 00:08:48,407 of Equestria, even befriending a young unicorn wizard. 155 00:08:48,891 --> 00:08:51,656 Luna: Scorpan urged his brother to abandon their plans. 156 00:08:52,037 --> 00:08:54,530 When Tirek refused, Scorpan alerted us 157 00:08:54,546 --> 00:08:55,740 to Tirek's intentions. 158 00:08:56,228 --> 00:08:58,167 Celestia: Scorpan returned to his own land, 159 00:08:58,858 --> 00:09:01,406 and Tirek was sent to Tartarus for his crimes. 160 00:09:02,279 --> 00:09:05,057 But it appears he has found a way to escape. 161 00:09:05,447 --> 00:09:07,566 We believe it happened when Cerberus 162 00:09:07,570 --> 00:09:09,215 left his post at the gates. 163 00:09:09,539 --> 00:09:11,041 But that was a long time ago. 164 00:09:11,426 --> 00:09:13,775 Why is he just now starting to steal magic? 165 00:09:13,931 --> 00:09:16,481 His time in Tartarus left him very weak. 166 00:09:16,590 --> 00:09:20,335 He has just now gained enough strength to use his dark powers. 167 00:09:20,561 --> 00:09:23,828 But with each passing moment, he grows stronger still. 168 00:09:23,960 --> 00:09:26,538 And I know just the Princess who could stop him. 169 00:09:26,770 --> 00:09:28,144 Yes! I'll find him and-- 170 00:09:28,154 --> 00:09:29,098 No, Twilight, 171 00:09:29,873 --> 00:09:32,458 I'm afraid I must call on another to stop Tirek. 172 00:09:33,424 --> 00:09:34,374 Discord. 173 00:09:34,431 --> 00:09:35,326 (gasp) 174 00:09:35,738 --> 00:09:38,238 As in Discord, Discord? 175 00:09:38,632 --> 00:09:39,332 Yes. 176 00:09:39,804 --> 00:09:42,138 I don't think it's that big of a surprise. 177 00:09:42,206 --> 00:09:43,914 He can be very helpful. 178 00:09:46,200 --> 00:09:48,150 He can sense when there's a magical imbalance. 179 00:09:48,368 --> 00:09:49,966 The next time Tirek steals magic, 180 00:09:50,103 --> 00:09:51,775 Discord will be able to track him down. 181 00:09:52,154 --> 00:09:54,360 So what are you supposed to do in the meantime? 182 00:09:55,053 --> 00:09:56,228 (sigh) Nothing. 183 00:09:56,948 --> 00:09:59,623 Unless of course one of you needs me to smile and wave. 184 00:10:01,190 --> 00:10:02,158 Where are you going? 185 00:10:02,878 --> 00:10:04,606 To the Castle of the Two Sisters. 186 00:10:04,936 --> 00:10:06,606 I'm not really needed anywhere else. 187 00:10:06,911 --> 00:10:08,801 Might as well catch up on some of my reading. 188 00:10:10,961 --> 00:10:12,066 You want some company? 189 00:10:13,250 --> 00:10:15,818 Applejack: It has been a while since we've visited the castle. 190 00:10:16,271 --> 00:10:17,198 Might be fun. 191 00:10:17,697 --> 00:10:19,925 Maybe I could use a little company right now. 192 00:10:22,792 --> 00:10:24,911 Rainbow Dash: (sigh) I still can't believe 193 00:10:24,926 --> 00:10:26,825 we had to give back the Elements. 194 00:10:27,207 --> 00:10:30,294 It had to be done or the Tree of Harmony wouldn't have survived. 195 00:10:30,632 --> 00:10:32,046 But Twilight was right. 196 00:10:32,216 --> 00:10:35,906 Even without the Elements, our friendship is as strong as ever. 197 00:10:36,360 --> 00:10:38,821 I just hope another "friend" of ours 198 00:10:38,835 --> 00:10:41,010 never makes us sorry we had to give them up. 199 00:10:41,303 --> 00:10:42,173 Discord: Oh ho! 200 00:10:42,181 --> 00:10:44,292 You're talking about me, I presume? 201 00:10:45,281 --> 00:10:46,501 How'd you guess? 202 00:10:46,680 --> 00:10:48,257 My ears were burning. 203 00:10:48,280 --> 00:10:49,034 (hiss) 204 00:10:50,156 --> 00:10:52,351 What are you even doing here, Discord? 205 00:10:52,735 --> 00:10:55,207 Oh! Just a bit of light reading before I head off 206 00:10:55,233 --> 00:10:57,531 on my extremely important mission. 207 00:10:57,711 --> 00:10:59,418 I suppose you all know that I've been tapped 208 00:10:59,484 --> 00:11:01,629 to capture a certain escapee. 209 00:11:02,866 --> 00:11:03,914 Big deal. 210 00:11:04,208 --> 00:11:06,456 You're right, Spike, it is a "big deal". 211 00:11:09,040 --> 00:11:09,873 (pop) 212 00:11:11,479 --> 00:11:14,296 Seems I possess a magic that gives me quite an important role 213 00:11:14,300 --> 00:11:15,178 in Equestria. 214 00:11:15,414 --> 00:11:18,327 Maybe they should make me an Alicorn Princess. 215 00:11:19,147 --> 00:11:20,312 (cheering crowd) 216 00:11:20,456 --> 00:11:22,712 (kisses) 217 00:11:24,173 --> 00:11:25,695 In your dreams. 218 00:11:27,094 --> 00:11:29,090 Oh, I never dream of such things. 219 00:11:29,914 --> 00:11:31,377 Ask Princess Luna. 220 00:11:31,777 --> 00:11:33,949 Don't you have a creepy magic-stealing villain 221 00:11:33,953 --> 00:11:34,926 to track down? 222 00:11:35,164 --> 00:11:36,764 Yes, yes, yes, of course. 223 00:11:37,982 --> 00:11:40,700 It's just that I couldn't help but notice that Twilight 224 00:11:40,817 --> 00:11:43,555 hasn't yet opened this little chest of hers. 225 00:11:45,344 --> 00:11:46,913 It got me thinking. 226 00:11:47,180 --> 00:11:49,769 What if what's locked inside is something that could help her 227 00:11:49,836 --> 00:11:51,531 prove her royal worth? 228 00:11:51,736 --> 00:11:54,655 I only bring it up because she said that she'd been feeling 229 00:11:54,663 --> 00:11:57,880 like her role as a princess doesn't equate to much. 230 00:12:00,105 --> 00:12:00,963 Wait a minute! 231 00:12:01,151 --> 00:12:03,043 How do you know how she was feeling? 232 00:12:03,309 --> 00:12:04,306 Oh, my. 233 00:12:04,343 --> 00:12:06,400 Is eavesdropping not the way you're supposed to find out 234 00:12:06,411 --> 00:12:08,206 what your best pals are up to? 235 00:12:08,312 --> 00:12:09,642 Woe is me. 236 00:12:09,863 --> 00:12:13,775 Will I ever learn the intricate nuances of being a good friend? 237 00:12:16,895 --> 00:12:17,389 Ahem! 238 00:12:17,438 --> 00:12:20,741 Well, in any case, I suppose now is as good a time as any 239 00:12:20,757 --> 00:12:22,544 for me to make my exit. 240 00:12:24,448 --> 00:12:25,787 And good riddance! 241 00:12:26,148 --> 00:12:28,300 Oopsey doopsey, 242 00:12:28,314 --> 00:12:32,472 I almost left with the little journal you've all been keeping. 243 00:12:32,833 --> 00:12:34,407 What a fascinating read. 244 00:12:34,618 --> 00:12:37,328 Haven't you girls just learned so much? 245 00:12:37,576 --> 00:12:39,826 I've bookmarked a few of the more interesting passages. 246 00:12:39,838 --> 00:12:41,884 You really should take a look. 247 00:12:43,151 --> 00:12:45,484 We're still on for tea later aren't we, Fluttershy? 248 00:12:45,799 --> 00:12:47,291 I wouldn't miss it. 249 00:12:48,542 --> 00:12:52,226 I'll bring the cucumber sandwiches. 250 00:12:52,762 --> 00:12:53,420 (slam) 251 00:12:53,601 --> 00:12:57,898 Sometimes I think the "reformed" Discord is more obnoxious 252 00:12:57,904 --> 00:13:00,427 than the "before he was reformed" Discord. 253 00:13:00,669 --> 00:13:01,635 Indeed. 254 00:13:01,746 --> 00:13:03,695 But he could be right, couldn't he? 255 00:13:03,896 --> 00:13:06,850 What if there is something important in that chest? 256 00:13:09,945 --> 00:13:11,845 There's only one way to find out. 257 00:13:19,346 --> 00:13:20,128 Anything? 258 00:13:20,401 --> 00:13:21,873 (negative murmurs) 259 00:13:22,856 --> 00:13:24,626 There must be something in this library 260 00:13:24,634 --> 00:13:26,415 that can help me figure out how to open it. 261 00:13:26,731 --> 00:13:28,673 The answer is in one of these books. 262 00:13:28,842 --> 00:13:30,255 I just know it. 263 00:13:40,183 --> 00:13:43,754 ♪ (scary) 264 00:13:43,785 --> 00:13:44,483 (thud) 265 00:13:44,520 --> 00:13:55,966 ♪ 266 00:13:56,068 --> 00:13:58,130 Tirek, I presume. 267 00:14:00,499 --> 00:14:01,428 Discord. 268 00:14:01,871 --> 00:14:03,168 You're free? 269 00:14:04,040 --> 00:14:05,118 As a bird. 270 00:14:05,432 --> 00:14:07,627 I commend you on your escape. 271 00:14:08,618 --> 00:14:10,716 I'm afraid the feeling isn't mutual. 272 00:14:16,807 --> 00:14:19,531 I should have known you would want to have Equestria 273 00:14:19,549 --> 00:14:20,710 all to yourself. 274 00:14:20,872 --> 00:14:22,220 Oh, I'm not doing this for me. 275 00:14:22,310 --> 00:14:23,916 I'm doing it for my friends. 276 00:14:24,314 --> 00:14:27,338 Just between the two of us, it's mostly for Fluttershy. 277 00:14:28,048 --> 00:14:29,211 Fluttershy? 278 00:14:29,404 --> 00:14:31,141 You're not saying you're friends with... 279 00:14:31,582 --> 00:14:32,534 Ponies! 280 00:14:33,280 --> 00:14:34,846 Surprise! 281 00:14:36,372 --> 00:14:40,442 I am surprised that someone with your intellect does not see 282 00:14:40,458 --> 00:14:44,913 this "friendship" is but a new form of imprisonment. 283 00:14:45,127 --> 00:14:47,719 Clearly you've had to abandon your true nature 284 00:14:47,728 --> 00:14:49,760 to stay in their good graces. 285 00:14:49,783 --> 00:14:52,650 ♪ 286 00:14:53,225 --> 00:14:55,258 I have done nothing of the sort. 287 00:14:57,769 --> 00:15:00,577 Please. I've seen this before. 288 00:15:00,690 --> 00:15:02,772 But he was always weak-minded. 289 00:15:03,053 --> 00:15:04,634 You are Discord. 290 00:15:04,675 --> 00:15:06,150 You are legend. 291 00:15:06,165 --> 00:15:09,904 You cannot fall into the same trap that claimed my brother. 292 00:15:10,187 --> 00:15:14,245 Help me to grow strong and be rewarded with something 293 00:15:14,277 --> 00:15:19,213 far greater than friendship...freedom. 294 00:15:21,157 --> 00:15:24,265 Once I have stripped these ponies of their magic, 295 00:15:24,831 --> 00:15:27,176 nothing would give me greater pleasure 296 00:15:27,184 --> 00:15:30,191 than to see their world turned upside down. 297 00:15:30,960 --> 00:15:35,322 Who better to do so than the master of chaos himself? 298 00:15:36,958 --> 00:15:41,278 Join me, Discord, and reclaim your greatness. 299 00:15:41,518 --> 00:15:44,374 Unless, of course, "pony errand boy" 300 00:15:44,384 --> 00:15:48,415 is the role you've always wanted to play in this world. 301 00:15:55,187 --> 00:16:01,225 ♪ 302 00:16:01,281 --> 00:16:02,720 I think I've found something! 303 00:16:03,307 --> 00:16:05,356 I've been reading our journal and there's something 304 00:16:05,389 --> 00:16:07,697 interesting about the sections that Discord bookmarked. 305 00:16:08,263 --> 00:16:10,989 Applejack, do you remember when you had to tell everypony 306 00:16:11,028 --> 00:16:13,106 that the tonic Granny bought from the Flim-Flam brothers 307 00:16:13,114 --> 00:16:14,238 didn't really work? 308 00:16:14,489 --> 00:16:15,523 How could I forget? 309 00:16:15,843 --> 00:16:18,641 It was one of the hardest things I ever had to do. 310 00:16:18,790 --> 00:16:21,215 (gulping) 311 00:16:25,533 --> 00:16:27,274 I hate to disappoint everypony, 312 00:16:27,477 --> 00:16:29,707 but there's no way Granny could have made that dive 313 00:16:29,769 --> 00:16:32,091 because this tonic is a fake. 314 00:16:32,454 --> 00:16:33,502 (gasp) 315 00:16:33,966 --> 00:16:36,694 But in that moment, I knew had to be honest. 316 00:16:37,049 --> 00:16:38,134 I just knew it. 317 00:16:38,306 --> 00:16:40,995 But what that's got to do with opening the chest? 318 00:16:41,447 --> 00:16:43,888 I've found that each of you has had to face a situation 319 00:16:44,236 --> 00:16:45,962 where living up to the Element of Harmony 320 00:16:45,970 --> 00:16:47,486 you represent wasn't easy. 321 00:16:48,052 --> 00:16:50,259 Fluttershy, it was when you realized that the way to show 322 00:16:50,310 --> 00:16:53,444 kindness to the Breezies was by forcing them to leave your home. 323 00:16:53,644 --> 00:16:56,107 The looks on their poor little faces. 324 00:17:00,643 --> 00:17:02,850 But I knew that as difficult as it was, 325 00:17:03,100 --> 00:17:05,765 pushing them away was the kindest thing I could do. 326 00:17:06,218 --> 00:17:09,650 Rarity, even after Suri took advantage of your generosity 327 00:17:09,701 --> 00:17:10,901 at Fashion Week in Manehattan, 328 00:17:11,213 --> 00:17:13,929 you didn't let it cause you to abandon your generous spirit. 329 00:17:14,191 --> 00:17:16,033 I simply couldn't have lived with myself 330 00:17:16,105 --> 00:17:17,929 if I didn't do something special for the friends 331 00:17:17,935 --> 00:17:20,380 who have always been so generous to me. 332 00:17:20,632 --> 00:17:23,810 Rainbow Dash, you had the chance to fly with the Wonderbolts 333 00:17:23,845 --> 00:17:25,116 at the Equestria Games 334 00:17:25,365 --> 00:17:27,783 but instead you chose to compete with your friends. 335 00:17:27,859 --> 00:17:30,977 Sure. But being loyal to my friends was way ... 336 00:17:31,055 --> 00:17:32,144 My turn! My turn! 337 00:17:32,630 --> 00:17:35,711 Pinkie Pie, you realized that seeing your friend laugh 338 00:17:35,935 --> 00:17:38,540 was more important than proving you were a better party planner 339 00:17:38,558 --> 00:17:39,666 than Cheese Sandwich. 340 00:17:39,943 --> 00:17:41,970 Best party I've ever had. 341 00:17:42,173 --> 00:17:44,903 It's clear we've all had our moments to shine, Twilight, 342 00:17:45,254 --> 00:17:46,238 but I'm with Applejack. 343 00:17:46,618 --> 00:17:47,964 What does any of this have to do 344 00:17:47,974 --> 00:17:49,553 with the opening of the chest? 345 00:17:49,939 --> 00:17:51,875 All of you had tough choices to make, 346 00:17:52,191 --> 00:17:54,667 but when you made the right one and embraced your Element, 347 00:17:54,903 --> 00:17:57,190 it helped somepony else make the right choice too. 348 00:17:57,890 --> 00:17:59,834 Each of you received something from the pony 349 00:17:59,847 --> 00:18:01,293 whose life you helped change. 350 00:18:02,247 --> 00:18:05,350 I know it sounds crazy, but maybe there's something special 351 00:18:05,363 --> 00:18:07,361 about those objects that could lead us to the location 352 00:18:07,375 --> 00:18:08,204 of the keys. 353 00:18:08,653 --> 00:18:10,647 The chest is connected to the Tree of Harmony. 354 00:18:11,143 --> 00:18:12,967 The Tree is connected to the Elements, 355 00:18:13,059 --> 00:18:15,248 and the Elements are connected to all of us. 356 00:18:15,615 --> 00:18:17,358 There must be a connection! 357 00:18:17,650 --> 00:18:19,697 I hate to admit it, but maybe Discord 358 00:18:19,705 --> 00:18:21,644 was trying to be a good friend after all. 359 00:18:23,940 --> 00:18:26,425 I don't see anything on them that would give us a clue 360 00:18:26,433 --> 00:18:28,300 as to where the keys might be. 361 00:18:28,561 --> 00:18:31,069 They're just ordinary, everyday objects. 362 00:18:31,233 --> 00:18:32,610 Come on, Boneless! 363 00:18:32,745 --> 00:18:34,140 Give us that key! 364 00:18:35,065 --> 00:18:36,733 I don't think that's going to work. 365 00:18:38,110 --> 00:18:39,373 (whoosh) 366 00:18:39,385 --> 00:18:40,156 (gasp) 367 00:18:40,353 --> 00:18:45,389 368 00:18:52,264 --> 00:18:55,133 (whoosh) 369 00:18:55,160 --> 00:19:04,840 ♪ 370 00:19:05,051 --> 00:19:06,439 There's still one key missing. 371 00:19:07,004 --> 00:19:09,180 The key that represents the Element of Magic. 372 00:19:09,664 --> 00:19:10,602 My Element. 373 00:19:11,096 --> 00:19:13,586 Oh, but I'm sure that if we've gotten our keys, 374 00:19:13,642 --> 00:19:15,285 you have too, Twilight. 375 00:19:15,880 --> 00:19:18,950 Think, Twilight! When have you completed a difficult magical 376 00:19:18,963 --> 00:19:22,821 task and in doing so encouraged another pony to do the same? 377 00:19:23,049 --> 00:19:23,855 I haven't. 378 00:19:24,138 --> 00:19:26,296 If I had, I would have written about it in the Journal. 379 00:19:27,055 --> 00:19:29,935 Don't worry, Twilight, I'm sure you'll get your key eventually. 380 00:19:30,764 --> 00:19:33,315 (retching) 381 00:19:36,515 --> 00:19:37,350 What's it say? 382 00:19:37,713 --> 00:19:39,758 That I'm needed in Canterlot at once. 383 00:19:40,189 --> 00:19:45,164 ♪ 384 00:19:45,235 --> 00:19:46,893 I came as quickly as I could. 385 00:19:47,045 --> 00:19:47,962 Is something wrong? 386 00:19:48,128 --> 00:19:48,909 Is it Tirek? 387 00:19:49,307 --> 00:19:51,869 I am afraid I put too much trust in Discord 388 00:19:52,062 --> 00:19:54,337 and the effect that friendship would have upon him. 389 00:19:58,392 --> 00:20:00,665 Discord has betrayed the ponies of Equestria 390 00:20:00,961 --> 00:20:02,690 and joined forces with Tirek. 391 00:20:03,820 --> 00:20:05,957 (frightened gasps) 392 00:20:08,207 --> 00:20:12,977 (whoosh) 393 00:20:20,113 --> 00:20:21,254 How could he do this? 394 00:20:21,615 --> 00:20:23,746 I thought our friendship meant something to him. 395 00:20:24,007 --> 00:20:25,600 I thought he had changed. 396 00:20:25,960 --> 00:20:28,745 Tirek has stolen enough magic that he now has the strength 397 00:20:28,788 --> 00:20:30,165 to steal flight as well. 398 00:20:34,437 --> 00:20:36,165 Without Pegasi to control the weather, 399 00:20:36,515 --> 00:20:38,431 there will be no rain in Equestria. 400 00:20:39,923 --> 00:20:42,269 There is word he has gone after earth ponies as well. 401 00:20:45,695 --> 00:20:46,753 Without their strength, 402 00:20:46,815 --> 00:20:48,679 they will not be able to tend the land. 403 00:20:51,912 --> 00:20:54,423 Ponies will no longer be in control of their world. 404 00:20:54,759 --> 00:20:57,192 That power will belong solely to Tirek. 405 00:20:57,358 --> 00:21:00,626 There is no doubt that Tirek is after alicorn magic. 406 00:21:00,985 --> 00:21:02,526 With Discord by his side, 407 00:21:02,741 --> 00:21:05,159 we will not be able to stop him from taking it. 408 00:21:05,469 --> 00:21:06,997 Once it is in his possession, 409 00:21:07,342 --> 00:21:10,866 his power will know no bounds and all hope will be lost. 410 00:21:11,527 --> 00:21:13,596 But there is one solution. 411 00:21:15,137 --> 00:21:17,539 It is only by making this sacrifice 412 00:21:17,658 --> 00:21:20,723 that Equestria and the lands beyond it might be saved. 413 00:21:22,372 --> 00:21:24,821 We must rid ourselves of our magic 414 00:21:24,983 --> 00:21:27,685 before Tirek has the chance to steal it from us. 415 00:21:27,943 --> 00:21:28,936 (gasp)