1 00:00:01,367 --> 00:00:03,431 ♪♪ 2 00:00:03,466 --> 00:00:05,697 [excited chatter] 3 00:00:05,732 --> 00:00:06,599 [camera shutter clicks] 4 00:00:08,735 --> 00:00:10,405 [door opens] 5 00:00:10,440 --> 00:00:11,606 [Spike] I got here as soon as I could, 6 00:00:11,641 --> 00:00:14,739 but Friendship Ambassador is a full-time job these days. 7 00:00:14,774 --> 00:00:16,807 Making peace between Abyssinians 8 00:00:16,842 --> 00:00:19,579 and the Diamond Dogs has not been easy. 9 00:00:19,614 --> 00:00:21,713 That's why I picked you for the job. 10 00:00:21,748 --> 00:00:24,188 ♪♪ 11 00:00:24,223 --> 00:00:25,453 But I'm glad you could come. 12 00:00:26,423 --> 00:00:28,456 So what's the emergency? 13 00:00:28,491 --> 00:00:30,326 Ever since I took over Celestia's School, 14 00:00:30,361 --> 00:00:32,361 my focus has been on teaching magic. 15 00:00:32,396 --> 00:00:34,264 But now it seems my top student has missed 16 00:00:34,299 --> 00:00:36,695 What do you mean? the most important lesson of all. 17 00:00:36,730 --> 00:00:39,071 Let's just say it'll be good to have my Royal Advisor 18 00:00:39,106 --> 00:00:41,601 and Friendship Ambassador by my side. 19 00:00:41,636 --> 00:00:43,075 [off-camera] Your Majesty... 20 00:00:43,110 --> 00:00:43,768 She's here. 21 00:00:43,803 --> 00:00:45,077 Send her in, Gallus. 22 00:00:46,410 --> 00:00:47,310 [door opens] 23 00:00:50,216 --> 00:00:51,809 Your Majesty. 24 00:00:51,844 --> 00:00:53,778 Luster, I may be the ruler of Equestria, 25 00:00:53,813 --> 00:00:55,747 but I'm still just your teacher. 26 00:00:55,782 --> 00:00:57,320 And you've been wonderful. 27 00:00:57,355 --> 00:01:00,323 I've enjoyed every moment at the School of Magic, 28 00:01:00,358 --> 00:01:03,755 but I'm just not sure it's the right place for me. 29 00:01:03,790 --> 00:01:05,394 I see. 30 00:01:05,429 --> 00:01:06,725 And it's not the work. 31 00:01:06,760 --> 00:01:09,431 I could spend weeks in the library doing research. 32 00:01:09,466 --> 00:01:13,633 It's just that there's a lot of focus on making friends. 33 00:01:13,668 --> 00:01:16,405 If that's your problem, you've come to the right place. 34 00:01:16,440 --> 00:01:19,441 But that's just it. I don't want to make friends. 35 00:01:19,476 --> 00:01:20,871 WHAT! 36 00:01:20,906 --> 00:01:22,246 [ahem] 37 00:01:22,281 --> 00:01:24,479 So, you'd rather leave 38 00:01:24,514 --> 00:01:25,843 the School of Magic than make friends? 39 00:01:25,878 --> 00:01:28,351 I was hoping to set up an independent course of study. 40 00:01:28,386 --> 00:01:31,354 I want to accomplish as much as you have someday. 41 00:01:31,389 --> 00:01:33,422 It'll be hard to do that without friends. 42 00:01:33,457 --> 00:01:35,721 I'm not so sure. 43 00:01:35,756 --> 00:01:38,163 Friendship looks like more of a distraction 44 00:01:38,198 --> 00:01:40,858 than anything else and ultimately a waste of time. 45 00:01:40,893 --> 00:01:42,497 WHAT? 46 00:01:42,532 --> 00:01:44,631 I know you and your friends accomplished a lot together, 47 00:01:44,666 --> 00:01:47,238 but that was so long ago and, 48 00:01:47,273 --> 00:01:50,571 as far as I can see, you rule by yourself now. 49 00:01:50,606 --> 00:01:54,509 Uh... hello? Royal Advisor right here. 50 00:01:54,544 --> 00:01:56,379 And I don't think there's anything wrong with that. 51 00:01:56,414 --> 00:01:58,744 In fact, I think it's better. 52 00:01:58,779 --> 00:02:00,779 Plus, if friendships ultimately fade, 53 00:02:00,814 --> 00:02:03,188 why even make them in the first place? 54 00:02:04,224 --> 00:02:06,818 You know what, Luster Dawn? You're right. 55 00:02:06,853 --> 00:02:07,720 WHAT! 56 00:02:07,755 --> 00:02:08,820 ♪ [dramatic sting] ♪ 57 00:02:11,594 --> 00:02:14,925 ♪ My little pony, my little pony ♪ 58 00:02:14,960 --> 00:02:16,861 ♪ Aaaahhh ♪ 59 00:02:16,896 --> 00:02:18,929 ♪ My little Pony ♪ 60 00:02:18,964 --> 00:02:21,503 ♪ I used to wonder what friendship could be. ♪ 61 00:02:21,538 --> 00:02:23,406 ♪ My Little Pony ♪ 62 00:02:23,441 --> 00:02:25,837 ♪ Until you all shared its magic with me. ♪ 63 00:02:25,872 --> 00:02:27,872 ♪ Big adventure! ♪ ♪ Tons of fun ♪ 64 00:02:27,907 --> 00:02:30,215 ♪ A beautiful heart! ♪ ♪ Faithful and strong! ♪ 65 00:02:30,250 --> 00:02:32,382 ♪ Sharing kindness ♪ ♪ it's an easy feat ♪ 66 00:02:32,417 --> 00:02:34,384 ♪ And magic makes it all complete! ♪ 67 00:02:34,419 --> 00:02:36,485 ♪ To have my little pony ♪ 68 00:02:36,520 --> 00:02:39,818 ♪ Do you know you're all my very best friends? ♪ 69 00:02:39,853 --> 00:02:42,194 ♪♪ 70 00:02:47,432 --> 00:02:49,432 Friendship is more trouble than it's worth? 71 00:02:49,467 --> 00:02:51,302 This is your top student? 72 00:02:52,866 --> 00:02:54,371 Friendships take work, 73 00:02:54,406 --> 00:02:55,867 and there's no guarantee they'll last. 74 00:02:55,902 --> 00:02:58,738 ♪♪ 75 00:02:58,773 --> 00:03:01,576 They can be complicated. They can be messy. 76 00:03:01,611 --> 00:03:03,545 And they never go the way you plan. 77 00:03:03,580 --> 00:03:05,382 Friendship is a hard thing to navigate. 78 00:03:05,417 --> 00:03:06,944 I remember the first time I realized 79 00:03:06,979 --> 00:03:08,418 it might not last forever. 80 00:03:08,453 --> 00:03:09,485 [whistling wind] 81 00:03:09,520 --> 00:03:12,818 [anxious gasps] 82 00:03:12,853 --> 00:03:16,327 Twilight? Uh... I'm pretty sure that's everything. 83 00:03:16,362 --> 00:03:17,955 I'm just doing a final check, Spike. 84 00:03:17,990 --> 00:03:20,397 But we did a final check. Of every room. 85 00:03:21,301 --> 00:03:21,959 Twice. 86 00:03:21,994 --> 00:03:23,202 Ah-ha! 87 00:03:25,030 --> 00:03:26,964 See? An issue of Power Ponies. 88 00:03:26,999 --> 00:03:28,834 Now, aren't you glad we triple checked? 89 00:03:28,869 --> 00:03:31,441 Thanks, but I already read this one. 90 00:03:31,476 --> 00:03:32,970 I don't need to take it to Canterlot. 91 00:03:33,005 --> 00:03:36,743 No, no, no. You love Power Ponies. We're taking it. 92 00:03:36,778 --> 00:03:40,285 ♪ [rushing music] ♪ 93 00:03:40,320 --> 00:03:42,782 Really, Twilight, we don't have to bring the comic. 94 00:03:42,817 --> 00:03:44,850 I'm not even sure how much longer I'll collect 'em. 95 00:03:44,885 --> 00:03:47,655 A lot is changing and I am getting older. 96 00:03:47,690 --> 00:03:48,756 Just because things change 97 00:03:48,791 --> 00:03:51,527 doesn't mean you leave everything you love behind! 98 00:03:51,562 --> 00:03:53,331 [whimper] 99 00:03:53,366 --> 00:03:55,762 You're not still worried about ruling Equestria are you? 100 00:03:55,797 --> 00:03:58,402 No. I know it took some time, 101 00:03:58,437 --> 00:04:01,471 but I've never been more ready for anything in my life. 102 00:04:01,506 --> 00:04:03,506 Just because I'm ready to sit on the throne in Canterlot 103 00:04:03,541 --> 00:04:05,475 doesn't mean I'm ready to leave Ponyville! 104 00:04:07,413 --> 00:04:08,907 When we were all fighting to save Equestria from 105 00:04:08,942 --> 00:04:10,876 Tirek, Chrysalis, and Cozy Glow, 106 00:04:10,911 --> 00:04:12,911 I was too busy to think about it, but now 107 00:04:12,946 --> 00:04:15,650 it's all happening at once. - What is? 108 00:04:15,685 --> 00:04:18,686 The coronation, moving, leaving our friends. 109 00:04:18,721 --> 00:04:21,051 I thought we'd all be ruling Equestria together. 110 00:04:21,086 --> 00:04:23,724 Of course we will, but it won't be the same. 111 00:04:23,759 --> 00:04:25,495 They all have lives here. 112 00:04:25,530 --> 00:04:26,958 We're moving away and they're not 113 00:04:26,993 --> 00:04:29,664 and I can't help but feel like we're leaving them behind. 114 00:04:29,699 --> 00:04:31,897 What if we all just drift apart? 115 00:04:33,670 --> 00:04:35,901 I guess I hadn't thought about it like that. 116 00:04:35,936 --> 00:04:37,507 Maybe you should talk to them. 117 00:04:37,542 --> 00:04:38,838 I bet they're feeling the same way. 118 00:04:40,072 --> 00:04:42,479 You're right, Spike. Thanks. 119 00:04:42,514 --> 00:04:44,613 Sometimes talking to a good friend is all it takes. 120 00:04:46,749 --> 00:04:51,048 [thumping] 121 00:04:51,083 --> 00:04:54,359 ♪♪ 122 00:04:54,394 --> 00:04:56,856 So, you're not worried about how things might change 123 00:04:56,891 --> 00:04:58,627 with me living in Canterlot? 124 00:04:58,662 --> 00:04:59,859 Of course not! 125 00:04:59,894 --> 00:05:01,795 Change is natural, like the seasons. 126 00:05:01,830 --> 00:05:04,028 That's just life on the farm. 127 00:05:04,063 --> 00:05:05,700 I guess so. 128 00:05:05,735 --> 00:05:07,768 Anyhoo, I really need to get all these boxes 129 00:05:07,803 --> 00:05:09,000 packed and sorted. 130 00:05:09,035 --> 00:05:10,771 There's a lot more work now that the folks 131 00:05:10,806 --> 00:05:12,872 beyond Equestria are coming to the coronation too. 132 00:05:15,415 --> 00:05:19,450 Worried? Pfft! No way. Unless you're talking about 133 00:05:19,485 --> 00:05:20,946 the coronation, because then yes. 134 00:05:20,981 --> 00:05:22,651 Obviously, the cakes are handled, 135 00:05:22,686 --> 00:05:24,554 but there's the whole rest of the party to stay on top of. 136 00:05:24,589 --> 00:05:26,457 And honestly, I'm not convinced 137 00:05:26,492 --> 00:05:28,723 Gummy really took care of the fireworks. 138 00:05:28,758 --> 00:05:30,725 [sizzling] 139 00:05:30,760 --> 00:05:32,727 But what about after the coronation? 140 00:05:32,762 --> 00:05:34,960 Don't you think things are going to be different? 141 00:05:34,995 --> 00:05:37,600 Well, since I'll be in charge of all the Canterlot galas 142 00:05:37,635 --> 00:05:39,635 from now on, I'll have to go there a lot more. 143 00:05:39,670 --> 00:05:42,000 So I guess that's different, but I don't think I mind. 144 00:05:42,035 --> 00:05:43,969 No. Of course not. 145 00:05:44,004 --> 00:05:50,008 ♪♪ 146 00:05:50,043 --> 00:05:53,649 Wonderful work, everyone. We couldn't be more ready. 147 00:05:53,684 --> 00:05:55,816 Josephine, if you and the rest of the doves leave now, 148 00:05:55,851 --> 00:05:57,851 we should all arrive in Canterlot at the same time. 149 00:05:59,492 --> 00:06:01,591 Eloise and Hubert, you should go too. 150 00:06:01,626 --> 00:06:03,659 I know it's a long way, but don't worry; 151 00:06:03,694 --> 00:06:05,859 I'll bring plenty of snacks to restore your energy 152 00:06:05,894 --> 00:06:07,894 before we perform. 153 00:06:07,929 --> 00:06:10,160 Everyone else gets to ride, 154 00:06:10,195 --> 00:06:12,635 since the trip's too much for your little wings. 155 00:06:12,670 --> 00:06:16,441 We need everyone in tip-top shape for the coronation. 156 00:06:16,476 --> 00:06:18,707 I'm glad we got the chance for one last rehearsal. 157 00:06:18,742 --> 00:06:22,007 Everyone's so excited, but I can't imagine anypony's 158 00:06:22,042 --> 00:06:25,582 more excited than you. Moving to Canterlot. Being crowned. 159 00:06:25,617 --> 00:06:28,013 I can't think of a single bad thing about any of it. 160 00:06:28,048 --> 00:06:31,423 [weakly] Heh-heh. Yeah. Me, neither. 161 00:06:31,458 --> 00:06:34,987 Rainbow Dash: In...3...2...1...and... 162 00:06:35,022 --> 00:06:36,626 [whooshing] 163 00:06:36,661 --> 00:06:38,595 ♪ [heroic music] ♪ 164 00:06:41,897 --> 00:06:44,766 Look, Rainbow Dash, I know this is important to you 165 00:06:44,801 --> 00:06:46,867 and we all want the routine to be special, 166 00:06:46,902 --> 00:06:49,804 but are you sure it needs to be this complicated? 167 00:06:49,839 --> 00:06:53,104 Of course! And I know we can pull it off. 168 00:06:53,139 --> 00:06:55,744 Sorry, Twilight. I don't have time to talk. 169 00:06:55,779 --> 00:06:58,945 We've got a lot more work to do before the coronation. 170 00:06:58,980 --> 00:07:00,177 [sigh] 171 00:07:01,147 --> 00:07:04,819 Darling, change is an integral part of fashion. 172 00:07:04,854 --> 00:07:06,854 I myself am considering opening boutiques 173 00:07:06,889 --> 00:07:08,889 for non-ponies. 174 00:07:08,924 --> 00:07:12,563 Things must evolve or they become stale. For example... 175 00:07:15,535 --> 00:07:17,700 I was just struck with a sudden inspiration 176 00:07:17,735 --> 00:07:19,636 to change my design for your gown 177 00:07:19,671 --> 00:07:22,100 by including the webs of these star spiders. 178 00:07:22,135 --> 00:07:24,641 They glow for a short while after they're spun. 179 00:07:24,676 --> 00:07:26,236 They won't have much time to weave the sash, 180 00:07:26,271 --> 00:07:29,239 but the effect will be dazzling. You see, darling? 181 00:07:29,274 --> 00:07:31,483 Change can be fabulous if you embrace it! 182 00:07:34,686 --> 00:07:36,884 [doors open] 183 00:07:36,919 --> 00:07:38,754 Starlight is supposed to come over soon. 184 00:07:38,789 --> 00:07:40,184 There's a little something we wanted to give you 185 00:07:40,219 --> 00:07:41,152 before we leave. 186 00:07:43,024 --> 00:07:45,860 You know what? I think you're right, Twilight. 187 00:07:45,895 --> 00:07:48,027 I should take my comics to Canterlot. 188 00:07:48,062 --> 00:07:50,161 We can't leave the Power Ponies behind. 189 00:07:50,196 --> 00:07:52,196 I don't think the Power Ponies care, Spike. 190 00:07:52,231 --> 00:07:53,802 Just like all of our friends. 191 00:07:55,575 --> 00:07:57,674 All right, Twilight. Are you ready? 192 00:07:57,709 --> 00:08:00,578 We all wanted to see you off, but there's still a lot to do. 193 00:08:00,613 --> 00:08:02,173 Aren't you coming on the train? 194 00:08:02,208 --> 00:08:05,176 I gotta go with Big Mac so we can go over our packing list 195 00:08:05,211 --> 00:08:07,552 or we won't know who gets what deliveries. 196 00:08:07,587 --> 00:08:08,916 And I'm gonna meet the Wonderbolts 197 00:08:08,951 --> 00:08:11,721 so we can go over the routine one last time. 198 00:08:11,756 --> 00:08:13,789 I'm going with Gummy. He said he knows 199 00:08:13,824 --> 00:08:15,186 when the fireworks display should start, 200 00:08:15,221 --> 00:08:17,727 but does anypony really believe that? 201 00:08:17,762 --> 00:08:20,191 And I still need to pick up food for the swans and doves 202 00:08:20,226 --> 00:08:23,095 who flew ahead to Canterlot. If I don't get them fed, 203 00:08:23,130 --> 00:08:25,636 they'll be too pooped to perform. 204 00:08:25,671 --> 00:08:28,034 Well, I'll be living in Canterlot alone. 205 00:08:28,069 --> 00:08:29,937 Might as well take the train alone too. 206 00:08:31,611 --> 00:08:32,907 Bye, I guess. 207 00:08:34,680 --> 00:08:36,779 Oh, you won't be traveling alone, darling. 208 00:08:36,814 --> 00:08:38,209 I'll have just enough time on the train 209 00:08:38,244 --> 00:08:40,178 to weave the star spider sash for your gown. 210 00:08:40,213 --> 00:08:43,016 But we should leave now. There's no time to dawdle 211 00:08:43,051 --> 00:08:44,787 if you want the coronation to be perfect. 212 00:08:44,822 --> 00:08:46,250 That's the problem! 213 00:08:46,285 --> 00:08:48,758 You're all so worried about making my coronation perfect, 214 00:08:48,793 --> 00:08:51,662 that I'm leaving Ponyville and none of you even care! 215 00:08:51,697 --> 00:08:52,564 [gasp] 216 00:08:56,735 --> 00:08:58,768 Exactly. You moved away. 217 00:08:58,803 --> 00:09:00,605 Your friends didn't care and that was that. 218 00:09:01,905 --> 00:09:03,740 Actually, not exactly. 219 00:09:05,370 --> 00:09:08,338 Of course, we care that you're moving, Twilight. 220 00:09:08,373 --> 00:09:10,945 I can't believe you think we don't. 221 00:09:10,980 --> 00:09:13,244 What could possibly make you think that? 222 00:09:13,279 --> 00:09:15,213 I tried to talk to you all about how I was feeling, 223 00:09:15,248 --> 00:09:16,984 but you seemed more worried about what you had to do 224 00:09:17,019 --> 00:09:18,150 for the coronation. 225 00:09:18,185 --> 00:09:20,086 It's true. I was there. 226 00:09:20,121 --> 00:09:23,221 I suppose it gave us something else to focus on. 227 00:09:23,256 --> 00:09:25,894 I knew you were worried about everything changin'. 228 00:09:25,929 --> 00:09:28,831 I guess I thought if I made it seem like everything was OK, 229 00:09:28,866 --> 00:09:30,261 it would be. 230 00:09:30,296 --> 00:09:32,296 I was just trying to make you feel better. 231 00:09:32,331 --> 00:09:35,101 That way, I wouldn't feel so terrible. 232 00:09:35,136 --> 00:09:36,905 Before I moved to Ponyville, 233 00:09:36,940 --> 00:09:38,676 I didn't really know what friendship was. 234 00:09:38,711 --> 00:09:40,238 You've all taught me so much. 235 00:09:40,273 --> 00:09:41,877 I can't believe it all might be ending. 236 00:09:44,178 --> 00:09:45,848 But when I imagine the future, 237 00:09:45,883 --> 00:09:48,015 all I can think about is that we won't be together! 238 00:09:48,050 --> 00:09:51,018 I'm literally moving away from you and it's terrifying. 239 00:09:51,053 --> 00:09:52,822 I'm scared, too. 240 00:09:52,857 --> 00:09:53,790 Me, too! 241 00:09:53,825 --> 00:09:55,385 Rattled to the core. 242 00:09:55,420 --> 00:09:56,892 Eeyup. 243 00:09:56,927 --> 00:09:58,795 I wouldn't say scared. 244 00:10:01,030 --> 00:10:06,836 But just because I won't say it doesn't mean I don't feel it. 245 00:10:06,871 --> 00:10:09,168 [sobbing] I'm going to miss you so much! 246 00:10:10,237 --> 00:10:11,709 I just can't stop thinking about 247 00:10:11,744 --> 00:10:14,239 how much things are going to change! 248 00:10:14,274 --> 00:10:17,209 What-what if we don't see each other? 249 00:10:17,244 --> 00:10:19,310 What if we don't talk as much? 250 00:10:19,345 --> 00:10:21,180 What if we don't stay friends? 251 00:10:22,315 --> 00:10:28,858 [blubbering] 252 00:10:28,893 --> 00:10:31,322 I know it's weird, but knowing you're all are as upset as I am 253 00:10:31,357 --> 00:10:33,324 actually makes me less worried. 254 00:10:33,359 --> 00:10:35,832 That's nice, but you should be more worried... 255 00:10:35,867 --> 00:10:37,394 about missing the train to Canterlot! 256 00:10:39,365 --> 00:10:41,365 Sorry, I'm so late, I actually thought I'd missed you. 257 00:10:41,400 --> 00:10:42,773 Spike: There's no time! 258 00:10:44,711 --> 00:10:46,678 [train whistle toots] 259 00:10:46,713 --> 00:10:47,943 Oh, no. We missed it! 260 00:10:49,474 --> 00:10:50,341 But maybe... 261 00:10:50,376 --> 00:10:51,848 [poof poof] 262 00:10:51,883 --> 00:10:53,179 OK. We're on the train. 263 00:10:53,214 --> 00:10:54,147 Everything should be fine, right? 264 00:10:56,283 --> 00:10:58,283 I'd worked out exactly how much time I needed 265 00:10:58,318 --> 00:11:01,286 to weave my star spider sash, and now I'm behind! 266 00:11:01,321 --> 00:11:02,727 I hope Big Mac can figure out 267 00:11:02,762 --> 00:11:04,256 who gets what deliveries on his own. 268 00:11:06,766 --> 00:11:09,800 I assume these contain the finest sparkling apple juice? 269 00:11:11,738 --> 00:11:12,396 Eeyup! 270 00:11:13,938 --> 00:11:15,707 Ah, the Sweet Apple Acres applesauce 271 00:11:15,742 --> 00:11:20,041 for my coronation parfait! This is the applesauce? 272 00:11:22,408 --> 00:11:24,716 Ah... Eeyup. 273 00:11:26,181 --> 00:11:28,082 I don't have the snacks the doves and swans will need 274 00:11:28,117 --> 00:11:30,018 to perform after their long flight. 275 00:11:30,053 --> 00:11:31,184 I'd better find the food car. 276 00:11:33,023 --> 00:11:34,990 [bird squawks] 277 00:11:35,025 --> 00:11:36,354 And I need to meet the Wonderbolts! 278 00:11:37,863 --> 00:11:39,093 [whoosh] 279 00:11:39,128 --> 00:11:41,029 Where's the coronation team? 280 00:11:41,064 --> 00:11:43,834 They waited, but when you didn't show, 281 00:11:43,869 --> 00:11:45,902 they thought you musta meant to meet outside of Canterlot. 282 00:11:47,939 --> 00:11:48,838 The only thing I'm worried about 283 00:11:48,874 --> 00:11:51,303 is Gummy handling the fireworks display. 284 00:11:51,338 --> 00:11:54,042 [uncertain] ...but I'm sure it's fine. 285 00:11:54,077 --> 00:11:56,044 Well, it could always be worse. 286 00:11:56,079 --> 00:11:58,409 [train screeches to a halt] 287 00:11:58,444 --> 00:12:00,510 [sheep bleating] 288 00:12:00,545 --> 00:12:04,822 ♪♪ 289 00:12:04,857 --> 00:12:07,418 Goodness, Twilight, are you all right? 290 00:12:07,453 --> 00:12:09,453 My friends and I had a few hiccups on the way, 291 00:12:09,488 --> 00:12:10,993 but everything's fine now. 292 00:12:11,028 --> 00:12:12,225 [bleat] 293 00:12:12,260 --> 00:12:16,097 We really are both just so proud of you. 294 00:12:16,132 --> 00:12:18,132 If you need a moment, that's all right. 295 00:12:18,167 --> 00:12:20,068 It is your coronation. 296 00:12:20,103 --> 00:12:21,498 ♪ [trumpet fanfare] ♪ 297 00:12:21,533 --> 00:12:23,137 [cheering crowd] 298 00:12:23,172 --> 00:12:26,910 Although it would be nice to get started. Are you ready? 299 00:12:26,945 --> 00:12:28,439 Rarity: NO! 300 00:12:28,474 --> 00:12:31,244 She can't possibly be crowned without her coronation gown. 301 00:12:31,279 --> 00:12:32,344 Very well. 302 00:12:34,249 --> 00:12:37,217 Celestia: Citizens of Equestria and beyond. 303 00:12:37,252 --> 00:12:42,057 [cheering and stomping] 304 00:12:42,092 --> 00:12:45,962 My sister and I have ruled this land for quite some time, 305 00:12:45,997 --> 00:12:49,966 but even we know that change eventually comes to us all. 306 00:12:50,001 --> 00:12:53,134 And though we know it can be unsettling, it's as natural 307 00:12:53,169 --> 00:12:56,566 as the rising and setting of the sun and the moon. 308 00:12:56,601 --> 00:12:59,437 Both of which my sister and I feel confident 309 00:12:59,472 --> 00:13:03,309 leaving in the hooves of the pony who will come after us. 310 00:13:03,344 --> 00:13:05,982 You look amazing. Oh! I almost forgot. 311 00:13:06,017 --> 00:13:08,545 Celestia: And so without further ado, 312 00:13:08,580 --> 00:13:12,054 I give you the new ruler of Equestria, 313 00:13:12,089 --> 00:13:14,287 Princess Twilight Sparkle! 314 00:13:14,322 --> 00:13:15,255 Agh! 315 00:13:15,290 --> 00:13:16,520 [gasps] 316 00:13:18,161 --> 00:13:20,062 Sorry. 317 00:13:20,097 --> 00:13:23,098 ♪ [musical flourish] ♪ 318 00:13:23,133 --> 00:13:26,101 Crowd: Ooooh! 319 00:13:26,136 --> 00:13:28,070 Uh... Twilight? 320 00:13:30,470 --> 00:13:32,536 [chirping] 321 00:13:35,046 --> 00:13:38,443 Oh, dear. I know these aren't the snacks I promised, 322 00:13:38,478 --> 00:13:40,280 but it's all I could find. 323 00:13:40,315 --> 00:13:41,347 [quacks] 324 00:13:41,382 --> 00:13:43,382 Well, Dash or no Dash, 325 00:13:43,417 --> 00:13:47,320 Twilight's about to get that crown. Wonderbolts, roll out! 326 00:13:47,355 --> 00:13:48,926 [whoosh] 327 00:13:48,961 --> 00:13:50,224 No! Wait! 328 00:13:50,259 --> 00:13:51,621 [whoosh] 329 00:13:51,656 --> 00:13:54,360 ♪ [majestic music] ♪ 330 00:13:54,395 --> 00:13:55,625 [whoosh] 331 00:13:55,660 --> 00:14:01,268 [fireworks whistling and exploding] 332 00:14:01,303 --> 00:14:02,269 [grunt] 333 00:14:02,304 --> 00:14:03,402 [dismayed gasps] 334 00:14:06,671 --> 00:14:07,945 To Twilight! 335 00:14:17,220 --> 00:14:19,121 [confused murmurs] 336 00:14:19,156 --> 00:14:20,925 Hm. Close enough. 337 00:14:20,960 --> 00:14:22,058 [groan] 338 00:14:22,093 --> 00:14:24,258 Luster: OK. I get it now. 339 00:14:24,293 --> 00:14:26,227 Your coronation was such a disaster 340 00:14:26,262 --> 00:14:28,361 that you and your friends never really recovered 341 00:14:28,396 --> 00:14:30,429 and that's why you all drifted apart. 342 00:14:30,464 --> 00:14:33,003 Well, you're half right. 343 00:14:37,944 --> 00:14:41,110 So the coronation wasn't a disaster 344 00:14:41,145 --> 00:14:44,949 and your friendships just faded away over time? 345 00:14:44,984 --> 00:14:47,116 Not exactly. 346 00:14:47,151 --> 00:14:48,381 [door opens] 347 00:14:48,416 --> 00:14:50,922 Sorry I'm late, but it is so hard to find a sitter 348 00:14:50,957 --> 00:14:53,056 with a sense of humor for Li'l Cheese! 349 00:14:53,091 --> 00:14:55,289 [squeaky toy squeaks] 350 00:14:55,324 --> 00:14:57,555 Honestly, I would have been here sooner, 351 00:14:57,590 --> 00:15:00,162 but you would not believe how busy Yakyakistan 352 00:15:00,197 --> 00:15:01,361 is these days! 353 00:15:02,661 --> 00:15:04,529 Maybe we could get to places on time 354 00:15:04,564 --> 00:15:06,135 if you let me do some of the chores 355 00:15:06,170 --> 00:15:08,401 instead of always doing everything yourself. 356 00:15:08,436 --> 00:15:10,975 Maybe I would if you did them the right way. 357 00:15:11,010 --> 00:15:13,571 Oh, sorry. We're not the last ones, are we? 358 00:15:17,148 --> 00:15:19,016 Discord's headed to an O&O convention 359 00:15:19,051 --> 00:15:20,380 or he'd be joining us. 360 00:15:22,186 --> 00:15:23,680 I just assumed that since you aren't together 361 00:15:23,715 --> 00:15:24,956 all the time now... 362 00:15:24,991 --> 00:15:26,122 That we aren't friends? 363 00:15:26,157 --> 00:15:28,223 [laughter] 364 00:15:28,258 --> 00:15:30,027 That's not the point of my story. 365 00:15:30,062 --> 00:15:32,194 It's true my coronation was a disaster. 366 00:15:36,497 --> 00:15:37,694 [splash] 367 00:15:37,729 --> 00:15:40,466 Well, at least the coronation is over. 368 00:15:40,501 --> 00:15:42,204 [groan] 369 00:15:42,239 --> 00:15:43,337 [thud] 370 00:15:44,670 --> 00:15:47,176 [tittering to giggling to laughter] 371 00:15:47,211 --> 00:15:48,540 [pounding] 372 00:15:50,214 --> 00:15:51,983 That was something. 373 00:15:52,018 --> 00:15:54,678 I was just about to say the same thing. 374 00:15:54,713 --> 00:15:58,253 I know maybe it wasn't the coronation you planned, 375 00:15:58,288 --> 00:16:00,189 but it's good to see all of you laughing. 376 00:16:00,224 --> 00:16:02,620 We wanted to give this to you before you left Ponyville, 377 00:16:02,655 --> 00:16:04,589 but things got a little hectic. 378 00:16:04,624 --> 00:16:06,558 Since you're moving away, 379 00:16:06,593 --> 00:16:09,561 we thought if you missed any of us, or Ponyville, 380 00:16:09,596 --> 00:16:10,694 this might help. 381 00:16:15,536 --> 00:16:16,535 Awww! 382 00:16:16,570 --> 00:16:18,438 It's a book of memories. 383 00:16:18,473 --> 00:16:20,209 And we all chipped in some. 384 00:16:20,244 --> 00:16:21,738 No matter how much things change, 385 00:16:21,773 --> 00:16:24,147 you'll always have this to look back on. 386 00:16:24,182 --> 00:16:26,446 I love it. Thank you so much. 387 00:16:26,481 --> 00:16:28,349 But I don't want to only look back. 388 00:16:28,384 --> 00:16:30,417 Obviously, the coronation wasn't perfect, 389 00:16:30,452 --> 00:16:31,715 but that doesn't matter. 390 00:16:31,750 --> 00:16:33,783 It's our relationships that really count 391 00:16:33,818 --> 00:16:35,719 and we have to maintain them. 392 00:16:35,754 --> 00:16:37,655 But now that we're living in different places, 393 00:16:37,690 --> 00:16:39,624 I'm not exactly sure how. 394 00:16:39,659 --> 00:16:42,528 I am. I suggest we meet once a moon. 395 00:16:42,563 --> 00:16:46,037 In fact, my first royal decree as ruler of Equestria 396 00:16:46,072 --> 00:16:48,303 is to establish this Council of Friendship! 397 00:16:48,338 --> 00:16:50,734 [excited chatter] 398 00:16:50,769 --> 00:16:53,506 Celestia: And what a wonderful decree it is! 399 00:16:53,541 --> 00:16:56,674 We always knew that whatever adversity you faced, you and 400 00:16:56,709 --> 00:16:59,809 your friends would find your way through it together. 401 00:16:59,844 --> 00:17:02,614 We know Equestria is in the perfect hooves with you 402 00:17:02,649 --> 00:17:05,419 AND your friends looking out for it. 403 00:17:05,454 --> 00:17:08,224 And while we'll always be here if you need us, 404 00:17:08,259 --> 00:17:10,160 it's time for us to be on our way. 405 00:17:10,195 --> 00:17:11,524 You're leaving? 406 00:17:11,559 --> 00:17:14,164 We hope you'll come and visit us in Silver Shoals. 407 00:17:14,199 --> 00:17:17,101 But now it's time for you to rule on your own. 408 00:17:17,136 --> 00:17:20,170 You're all more than capable. 409 00:17:20,205 --> 00:17:22,436 Thank you. For everything. 410 00:17:22,471 --> 00:17:25,571 [sobbing] 411 00:17:28,510 --> 00:17:31,610 So, even though everything changed, 412 00:17:31,645 --> 00:17:33,315 and you moved away from your friends, 413 00:17:33,350 --> 00:17:35,482 you didn't grow apart? 414 00:17:35,517 --> 00:17:37,748 And this is the Council of Friendship. 415 00:17:37,783 --> 00:17:39,750 That's what you're all doing here? 416 00:17:39,785 --> 00:17:43,160 Duh. This time every moon. 417 00:17:43,195 --> 00:17:47,560 What she means is, this is how we've been ruling together! 418 00:17:47,595 --> 00:17:49,562 And how we've continued to face every problem 419 00:17:49,597 --> 00:17:51,696 and threat to Equestria over the years. 420 00:17:51,731 --> 00:17:54,468 But mostly, it's how we keep in touch. 421 00:17:54,503 --> 00:17:56,503 No matter how busy life gets! 422 00:17:56,538 --> 00:17:58,868 Sometimes friendships can be hard, 423 00:17:58,903 --> 00:18:00,705 and it takes work to maintain them, 424 00:18:00,740 --> 00:18:03,411 but without friends, things can be a lot harder. 425 00:18:03,446 --> 00:18:05,182 I never thought about friendship 426 00:18:05,217 --> 00:18:08,119 being something to work at and I don't mind work. 427 00:18:08,154 --> 00:18:10,385 I guess if they don't have to fade away, 428 00:18:10,420 --> 00:18:14,125 maybe making friends isn't the waste of time I thought. 429 00:18:14,160 --> 00:18:16,820 But I've been so focused on my studies, 430 00:18:16,855 --> 00:18:19,196 I wouldn't know where to start. 431 00:18:19,231 --> 00:18:20,395 That's all right, 432 00:18:20,430 --> 00:18:22,166 because I know exactly where to send you. 433 00:18:22,201 --> 00:18:23,596 ♪♪ 434 00:18:23,631 --> 00:18:27,798 ♪ When I started out I was unsure ♪ 435 00:18:27,833 --> 00:18:30,372 ♪ I thought I knew all that I needed ♪ 436 00:18:30,407 --> 00:18:32,440 ♪ Didn't know what to expect ♪ 437 00:18:32,475 --> 00:18:34,607 ♪ But when my walls came down ♪ 438 00:18:34,642 --> 00:18:37,214 ♪ I saw the truth ♪ 439 00:18:37,249 --> 00:18:39,678 ♪ All along something was missing ♪ 440 00:18:39,713 --> 00:18:41,680 ♪ ♪ 441 00:18:41,715 --> 00:18:44,320 ♪ And I think you'll see it too ♪ 442 00:18:44,355 --> 00:18:48,555 ♪ This is where the magic happens ♪ 443 00:18:48,590 --> 00:18:53,626 ♪ This is where the magic lives ♪ 444 00:18:53,661 --> 00:18:58,367 ♪ Our friendships weave together stronger ♪ 445 00:18:58,402 --> 00:19:02,833 ♪ The bonds grow deeper lasting longer ♪ 446 00:19:02,868 --> 00:19:07,376 ♪ And the greatest spell you'll know ♪ 447 00:19:07,411 --> 00:19:10,577 ♪ Is how the magic of friendship grows ♪ 448 00:19:10,612 --> 00:19:14,251 ♪ ♪ 449 00:19:14,286 --> 00:19:18,948 ♪ And no matter how much time goes by ♪ 450 00:19:18,983 --> 00:19:21,324 ♪ The party will still be here ♪ 451 00:19:21,359 --> 00:19:23,326 ♪ with some fun new games to try ♪ 452 00:19:23,361 --> 00:19:27,726 ♪ Big adventures waiting obviously ♪ 453 00:19:27,761 --> 00:19:32,368 ♪ Long as we're still here together ♪ 454 00:19:32,403 --> 00:19:34,865 ♪ We'll be flying happily ♪ 455 00:19:34,900 --> 00:19:39,375 ♪ This is where the magic happens ♪ 456 00:19:39,410 --> 00:19:44,512 ♪ This is where the magic lives ♪ 457 00:19:44,547 --> 00:19:48,945 ♪ Our friendships weave together stronger ♪ 458 00:19:48,980 --> 00:19:53,653 ♪ The bonds grow deeper lasting longer ♪ 459 00:19:53,688 --> 00:19:58,361 ♪ And the greatest spell there is ♪ 460 00:19:58,396 --> 00:20:01,331 ♪ What the magic of friendship gives ♪ 461 00:20:01,366 --> 00:20:05,302 ♪ ♪ 462 00:20:05,337 --> 00:20:09,339 ♪ And it's something true to pass on down ♪ 463 00:20:09,374 --> 00:20:12,771 ♪ To generations yet to come ♪ 464 00:20:12,806 --> 00:20:14,509 ♪ ♪ 465 00:20:14,544 --> 00:20:17,842 ♪ And we'll never stop believing ♪ 466 00:20:17,877 --> 00:20:21,252 ♪ In the generosity ♪ 467 00:20:21,287 --> 00:20:23,551 ♪ Of the friendships we've won ♪ 468 00:20:23,586 --> 00:20:27,786 ♪ And because the love that I feel ♪ 469 00:20:27,821 --> 00:20:30,525 ♪ For every single living creature ♪ 470 00:20:30,560 --> 00:20:32,593 ♪ Is something that is real ♪ 471 00:20:32,628 --> 00:20:37,026 ♪ Friendship happens so naturally ♪ 472 00:20:37,061 --> 00:20:44,275 ♪ Oh, and how I used to wonder what friendship could be ♪ 473 00:20:44,377 --> 00:20:48,576 ♪ This is where the magic happens ♪ 474 00:20:48,611 --> 00:20:53,647 ♪ This is where the magic lives ♪ 475 00:20:53,682 --> 00:20:58,355 ♪ Our friendships weave together stronger ♪ 476 00:20:58,390 --> 00:21:02,821 ♪ The bonds grow deeper lasting longer ♪ 477 00:21:02,856 --> 00:21:07,562 ♪ And the greatest spell you'll know ♪ 478 00:21:07,597 --> 00:21:14,470 ♪ Is how the magic of friendship grows ♪ 479 00:21:14,505 --> 00:21:17,440 ♪ How the magic of friendship grows ♪