1 00:00:01,180 --> 00:00:04,095 ♪♪ 2 00:00:04,290 --> 00:00:07,065 Starlight: It's the ponies from my old village. 3 00:00:07,200 --> 00:00:09,785 [laughing] 4 00:00:09,885 --> 00:00:12,130 Oh! It's only a dream. 5 00:00:12,300 --> 00:00:15,780 With my past, I should never be in charge of anything. 6 00:00:15,955 --> 00:00:19,145 THEY'VE TAKEN MY SISTER AND I! IT'S WORSE THAN LAST TIME! 7 00:00:19,305 --> 00:00:21,335 Chrysalis and the Changelings are back. 8 00:00:21,420 --> 00:00:23,740 They've ponynapped all of the most powerful ponies 9 00:00:23,770 --> 00:00:24,780 in Equestria. 10 00:00:25,105 --> 00:00:28,100 This is Thorax. He's a reformed Changeling. 11 00:00:28,385 --> 00:00:29,900 They took Fluttershy? 12 00:00:30,890 --> 00:00:34,510 I think I have a pretty good idea where she might be. 13 00:00:40,830 --> 00:00:44,885 Hearing impaired subtitles By YayPonies ♪♪ My Little Changeling, Feeding is Magic ♪♪ https://yp1.yayponies.eu 14 00:01:16,405 --> 00:01:20,780 ♪ [scary music] ♪ 15 00:01:20,905 --> 00:01:23,720 Oh, this is so strange. We're here and that's there 16 00:01:23,815 --> 00:01:27,200 and I clearly meant for us to be there and not here. 17 00:01:27,410 --> 00:01:29,565 Oh, I can probably explain that. 18 00:01:29,605 --> 00:01:31,915 Oh well, if at first you don't succeed. 19 00:01:32,515 --> 00:01:35,200 Maybe we should come up with a plan first? 20 00:01:35,975 --> 00:01:36,655 A what? 21 00:01:36,955 --> 00:01:39,390 You know, figuring out the best way to do something 22 00:01:39,460 --> 00:01:41,845 before you actually do it? 23 00:01:42,030 --> 00:01:44,600 [laughing] Oh, that's adorable. 24 00:01:44,625 --> 00:01:47,635 But, you see, unlike you I can do anything. 25 00:01:47,745 --> 00:01:48,625 Actually... 26 00:01:48,650 --> 00:01:51,385 That's all very nice, but really a waste of time. 27 00:01:51,545 --> 00:01:52,835 We have me. 28 00:01:52,915 --> 00:01:55,265 And what else could we possibly need? 29 00:01:55,495 --> 00:01:59,640 A draconequis with magic AND half a brain might help. 30 00:01:59,740 --> 00:02:01,445 Why are you here again? 31 00:02:01,520 --> 00:02:04,605 I mean, it's not like you're going to stop the Changelings 32 00:02:04,645 --> 00:02:06,590 by pulling a rabbit out of the hat. 33 00:02:06,730 --> 00:02:09,365 At least my magic can do something. 34 00:02:09,640 --> 00:02:11,245 The thing about magic here is... 35 00:02:11,280 --> 00:02:11,950 Like this! 36 00:02:12,690 --> 00:02:15,175 For Fluttershy! 37 00:02:15,765 --> 00:02:17,100 Eeyah! 38 00:02:18,835 --> 00:02:20,105 [oinking] 39 00:02:21,760 --> 00:02:23,960 I've been trying to tell you. 40 00:02:24,150 --> 00:02:26,850 Nothing other than Changeling magic works here! 41 00:02:27,120 --> 00:02:30,395 Chrysalis' throne is carved from an ancient dark stone 42 00:02:30,425 --> 00:02:33,200 that soaks up outside magic the same way Changelings 43 00:02:33,260 --> 00:02:36,295 soak up love. It's how she keeps the hive safe. 44 00:02:36,905 --> 00:02:41,360 [chimes] 45 00:02:41,840 --> 00:02:45,325 So... What kind of plan were you thinking? 46 00:02:46,135 --> 00:02:50,710 Without magic I have no idea. But nopony else is coming, 47 00:02:50,785 --> 00:02:52,970 so somepony better come up with something. 48 00:02:54,880 --> 00:02:55,550 Anypony? 49 00:02:57,305 --> 00:02:58,235 Anything? 50 00:02:59,350 --> 00:03:00,035 Hmmm. 51 00:03:00,635 --> 00:03:03,770 This throne. If we get into the hive and destroy it, 52 00:03:03,890 --> 00:03:05,170 can we get our magic back? 53 00:03:05,505 --> 00:03:06,020 Uh-huh. 54 00:03:06,460 --> 00:03:08,785 Well, that's a terrible plan. 55 00:03:09,020 --> 00:03:11,540 How are we even supposed to get to the hive? 56 00:03:11,885 --> 00:03:13,460 We walk? 57 00:03:14,690 --> 00:03:18,010 I haven't walked that far in millennia. 58 00:03:18,320 --> 00:03:19,550 Ugh. 59 00:03:23,330 --> 00:03:26,580 Ugh. I don't know how any of you manage not being able 60 00:03:26,625 --> 00:03:29,990 to disappear and reappear whenever you want. 61 00:03:30,135 --> 00:03:34,630 Well, I for one definitely miss you being able to disappear. 62 00:03:34,685 --> 00:03:36,695 Give Discord a break. 63 00:03:36,875 --> 00:03:39,495 None of us knew we weren't going to be able to use magic. 64 00:03:39,695 --> 00:03:40,640 I did. 65 00:03:41,085 --> 00:03:43,650 If we get separated, it might make sense to have a way 66 00:03:43,690 --> 00:03:45,745 to make sure we are who we say we are. 67 00:03:46,200 --> 00:03:51,125 Ooo. Like a secret code. How about if I say "We are" 68 00:03:51,285 --> 00:03:56,405 you say "Doomed?" Or you say "Rescue" and I say "I'm-- 69 00:03:56,455 --> 00:03:58,060 [crash] 70 00:03:58,200 --> 00:04:01,540 How about if we say "Klutzy" and you say "Draconequis?" 71 00:04:01,740 --> 00:04:04,490 Klutzy draconequis. Works for me. 72 00:04:04,590 --> 00:04:06,280 I'll definitely remember it. 73 00:04:07,347 --> 00:04:09,681 [whistling wind] 74 00:04:19,410 --> 00:04:22,600 Trixie: OK. I am definitely glad you came. 75 00:04:22,880 --> 00:04:25,285 I don't think we'd be able to find our way without you. 76 00:04:25,665 --> 00:04:26,945 You definitely wouldn't. 77 00:04:27,030 --> 00:04:28,575 [rumble and slam] 78 00:04:28,705 --> 00:04:30,365 Um... Where's the way out? 79 00:04:30,615 --> 00:04:33,920 It's a Changeling Hive. It shifts and changes like we do 80 00:04:34,195 --> 00:04:36,155 and we're the only ones who can navigate it. 81 00:04:36,360 --> 00:04:39,360 It's total chaos to non-Changelings. 82 00:04:40,020 --> 00:04:44,280 Well, it's decent chaos. I don't know if I'd call it total. 83 00:04:46,185 --> 00:04:48,325 Discord: Are we sure that I'll get my magic back 84 00:04:48,380 --> 00:04:50,875 when we destroy this throne-thingy? 85 00:04:51,595 --> 00:04:53,790 If Thorax is right, then yes. 86 00:04:54,090 --> 00:04:56,110 Well, that's reassuring. 87 00:04:56,465 --> 00:04:58,320 And how are we supposed to destroy the throne 88 00:04:58,355 --> 00:04:59,335 when we find it? 89 00:04:59,620 --> 00:05:02,740 I... don't know. 90 00:05:03,195 --> 00:05:04,650 That's reassuring. 91 00:05:06,750 --> 00:05:09,435 I don't suppose you brought any throne-destroying tools 92 00:05:09,475 --> 00:05:12,340 along with these useless side show props? 93 00:05:12,595 --> 00:05:15,795 Asks the "lord of chaos" who can't go for a walk 94 00:05:15,860 --> 00:05:17,725 without whining non-stop. 95 00:05:18,165 --> 00:05:20,225 Yes, but when the throne is destroyed, 96 00:05:20,295 --> 00:05:23,395 I'LL be able to rip the very fabric of reality 97 00:05:23,420 --> 00:05:26,260 to save our friends while YOU'LL still be 98 00:05:26,310 --> 00:05:30,510 a self-absorbed, below-average illusionist. 99 00:05:30,735 --> 00:05:33,640 SELF-ABSORBED?! Why you-- 100 00:05:33,700 --> 00:05:35,935 CUT! IT! OUT! 101 00:05:36,080 --> 00:05:37,720 I'm just barely keeping it together 102 00:05:37,795 --> 00:05:40,695 and it would be WONDERFUL if you two could actually try to help 103 00:05:40,835 --> 00:05:42,720 instead of bickering like foals. 104 00:05:45,055 --> 00:05:46,240 OK. 105 00:05:46,465 --> 00:05:47,535 How can we help? 106 00:05:47,785 --> 00:05:50,655 Don't ask me! I couldn't even handle giving advice 107 00:05:50,680 --> 00:05:53,755 at the Sunset Festival and I HAD magic then! 108 00:05:53,940 --> 00:05:56,030 And the three of us are as good as useless. 109 00:05:56,250 --> 00:05:58,530 At least Thorax knows where we're going. 110 00:05:58,740 --> 00:06:00,395 Thorax: Um... guys? 111 00:06:01,140 --> 00:06:02,290 I think we're lost. 112 00:06:02,775 --> 00:06:04,290 Trixie: Aww, great! 113 00:06:04,555 --> 00:06:06,710 We might as well just sit here and wait 114 00:06:06,785 --> 00:06:09,620 for the Changelings to soak up all of our love 115 00:06:09,655 --> 00:06:12,565 or whatever gross thing it is that they do. 116 00:06:12,955 --> 00:06:15,170 How often do you all get hungry? 117 00:06:15,890 --> 00:06:19,205 Actually, I haven't been since I met Spike. 118 00:06:19,375 --> 00:06:21,580 And Changelings are always hungry. 119 00:06:21,775 --> 00:06:23,460 We can never get enough love. 120 00:06:23,685 --> 00:06:25,495 Well, that's just super. 121 00:06:25,720 --> 00:06:28,490 But you aren't hungry at all now? 122 00:06:29,710 --> 00:06:32,470 Once I made a few friends, I guess I just sort of... 123 00:06:32,680 --> 00:06:35,085 forgot about the whole feeding thing. 124 00:06:35,460 --> 00:06:38,600 Is that about the same time your wings changed? 125 00:06:39,375 --> 00:06:40,390 I guess so. 126 00:06:40,530 --> 00:06:41,650 [Discord yawns] 127 00:06:41,805 --> 00:06:44,410 While I would love to sit around chit-chatting 128 00:06:44,435 --> 00:06:46,625 about feeding and not feeding. 129 00:06:46,750 --> 00:06:50,245 I have a FLUTTERSHY to save! 130 00:06:50,475 --> 00:06:53,015 [Echo: to save, to save, to save] 131 00:06:54,915 --> 00:06:58,040 Can you please lower your voice? 132 00:06:58,160 --> 00:06:59,945 You're going to get us all captured! 133 00:07:00,285 --> 00:07:02,270 Oh! You keep saying that, but I haven't seen 134 00:07:02,295 --> 00:07:05,405 an actual Changeling since we got into this hive. 135 00:07:05,610 --> 00:07:06,630 [buzzing] 136 00:07:06,710 --> 00:07:08,295 What's that!? 137 00:07:08,710 --> 00:07:10,495 A CHANGELING PATROL! 138 00:07:10,725 --> 00:07:14,090 ♪ [scary music] ♪ 139 00:07:15,235 --> 00:07:17,570 ♪♪ 140 00:07:17,760 --> 00:07:20,215 [gasping] 141 00:07:20,275 --> 00:07:23,935 This seems like one of those moments where we need a plan. 142 00:07:24,075 --> 00:07:25,515 What kind of plan? 143 00:07:25,645 --> 00:07:26,680 We have no magic 144 00:07:26,735 --> 00:07:29,325 and it's not like my illusions are going to save us. 145 00:07:30,100 --> 00:07:31,610 Do you have any of your smoke bombs? 146 00:07:31,820 --> 00:07:32,985 Are you kidding? 147 00:07:35,915 --> 00:07:37,685 Looking for somepony? 148 00:07:37,800 --> 00:07:38,595 [whoosh] 149 00:07:38,690 --> 00:07:39,925 [snarl] 150 00:07:40,335 --> 00:07:43,815 Is that the best you've got? Hahaha! 151 00:07:43,855 --> 00:07:46,075 [whoosh] 152 00:07:50,204 --> 00:07:54,673 ♪♪ 153 00:07:54,775 --> 00:07:58,035 Not exactly Great and Powerful, but effective. 154 00:07:58,110 --> 00:07:59,285 Mh, I'll take it. 155 00:08:01,815 --> 00:08:02,800 Klutzy... 156 00:08:03,130 --> 00:08:04,475 Draconequis. 157 00:08:04,615 --> 00:08:05,465 [whoosh] 158 00:08:06,105 --> 00:08:09,740 I really think we need a new code word. 159 00:08:10,000 --> 00:08:11,655 That was a pretty good plan. 160 00:08:11,935 --> 00:08:13,990 But we still don't know where we're going. 161 00:08:14,120 --> 00:08:15,480 Starlight: Actually, we might. 162 00:08:15,835 --> 00:08:18,070 Two of the Changelings didn't go with the rest. 163 00:08:18,500 --> 00:08:20,910 Oh! With an intruder in the hive, 164 00:08:20,955 --> 00:08:22,895 they went to protect the Queen. 165 00:08:23,215 --> 00:08:24,830 Good thinking, Starlight! 166 00:08:25,245 --> 00:08:27,010 [nervous laugh] 167 00:08:27,215 --> 00:08:30,995 [buzzing] 168 00:08:31,195 --> 00:08:39,725 ♪ [dramatic music] ♪ 169 00:08:40,125 --> 00:08:41,705 Now what? 170 00:08:42,120 --> 00:08:43,935 We go in. 171 00:08:44,130 --> 00:08:47,525 Even if I wanted to, there's no way past the guards. 172 00:08:47,575 --> 00:08:49,190 We'll be spotted for sure. 173 00:08:49,495 --> 00:08:51,940 We need some kind of distraction. 174 00:08:52,205 --> 00:08:54,055 I'm fresh out of smoke bombs. 175 00:08:54,340 --> 00:08:56,440 Normally I'm the most distracting thing 176 00:08:56,470 --> 00:08:58,895 I can think of, but without magic... 177 00:08:59,935 --> 00:09:01,920 You shouldn't underestimate yourself. 178 00:09:04,755 --> 00:09:05,665 [slam] 179 00:09:05,910 --> 00:09:07,015 [stomp] 180 00:09:07,215 --> 00:09:07,895 [tap tap tap] 181 00:09:08,435 --> 00:09:12,030 Hello, Changelings and Changelettes, believe me; 182 00:09:12,070 --> 00:09:14,525 I was just as surprised as you are that I'm here. 183 00:09:14,665 --> 00:09:17,520 When I heard that I'd be playing for a bunch of Changelings, 184 00:09:17,555 --> 00:09:21,955 I was beside myself. Then I realized it was just one of you. 185 00:09:22,095 --> 00:09:22,570 ♪ [snare drum rim shot] ♪ 186 00:09:23,485 --> 00:09:24,560 [chuckle] 187 00:09:24,660 --> 00:09:26,460 But seriously, this isn't the toughest crowd 188 00:09:26,485 --> 00:09:27,635 I've ever been in front of, 189 00:09:27,850 --> 00:09:30,515 but it's definitely the easiest to bug. 190 00:09:30,560 --> 00:09:31,435 ♪ [drum shot with cymbal] ♪ 191 00:09:32,405 --> 00:09:33,175 To bug... 192 00:09:33,480 --> 00:09:34,800 Is this thing on? 193 00:09:34,875 --> 00:09:35,345 [tap tap] 194 00:09:35,785 --> 00:09:37,870 [angry hissing] 195 00:09:39,960 --> 00:09:42,485 Well, if you think that you can do any better, 196 00:09:42,530 --> 00:09:44,105 be my guest! 197 00:09:44,200 --> 00:09:46,465 ♪♪ 198 00:09:46,590 --> 00:09:48,915 It is absolutely ridiculous that that worked. 199 00:09:54,000 --> 00:09:57,180 It is certainly a pleasure to have such dedicated fans. 200 00:09:57,345 --> 00:09:58,970 I'll have to come back with some new material 201 00:09:58,995 --> 00:10:00,945 after I rescue Fluttershy. 202 00:10:01,220 --> 00:10:04,025 Please... Help... 203 00:10:05,555 --> 00:10:07,040 Fluttershy! 204 00:10:07,430 --> 00:10:09,825 Discord! I'm stuck! 205 00:10:10,030 --> 00:10:11,280 You certainly are. 206 00:10:11,340 --> 00:10:14,035 And I should probably help you get free, but... 207 00:10:14,435 --> 00:10:16,725 Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh! 208 00:10:17,030 --> 00:10:18,190 But what? 209 00:10:18,435 --> 00:10:21,685 But you are obviously not Fluttershy. 210 00:10:22,205 --> 00:10:23,015 Oh. 211 00:10:23,235 --> 00:10:24,915 I mean, I'm separated from the group 212 00:10:24,960 --> 00:10:28,995 and just happen to come across the one pony I care most about? 213 00:10:29,275 --> 00:10:31,585 I can smell this set-up a mile away. 214 00:10:31,970 --> 00:10:33,355 [sobbing] 215 00:10:33,610 --> 00:10:35,770 No. You're right. 216 00:10:36,000 --> 00:10:38,255 There's no way you should trust me. 217 00:10:38,855 --> 00:10:43,355 Just go find the others. I understand. 218 00:10:43,925 --> 00:10:45,240 Oh, come on. 219 00:10:45,460 --> 00:10:49,860 [loud sobbing] 220 00:10:50,160 --> 00:10:52,540 We're probably all Changelings. 221 00:10:52,725 --> 00:10:55,615 You shouldn't rescue any of us. 222 00:10:55,870 --> 00:11:00,485 Unless you think maybe one of us might be the real Fluttershy. 223 00:11:00,565 --> 00:11:05,065 That certainly would be a nasty Changeling trick, wouldn't it? 224 00:11:05,755 --> 00:11:06,980 I'm the real one. 225 00:11:07,945 --> 00:11:09,240 I'm the real one. 226 00:11:09,785 --> 00:11:11,830 I'm the real Fluttershy. 227 00:11:12,215 --> 00:11:14,885 [snivelling] 228 00:11:15,300 --> 00:11:18,935 We can't wait for Discord. Between seeing him and Trixie, 229 00:11:19,080 --> 00:11:21,640 the castle will be crawling with guards soon. 230 00:11:22,340 --> 00:11:25,085 But if we do manage to destroy Chrysalis' throne, 231 00:11:25,120 --> 00:11:26,045 we'll need him. 232 00:11:26,220 --> 00:11:27,995 He could take on the entire Changeling army 233 00:11:28,020 --> 00:11:29,635 by sneezing if he wanted to. 234 00:11:29,910 --> 00:11:32,375 He's probably already been captured. 235 00:11:32,700 --> 00:11:36,930 Hello? Fellow rescuers? 236 00:11:38,400 --> 00:11:41,275 We can't stay here. We've got to find the throne! 237 00:11:41,320 --> 00:11:43,985 Oooh! I heard some of the Changelings 238 00:11:44,075 --> 00:11:47,395 who were chasing me say that they know where it is. 239 00:11:48,475 --> 00:11:49,305 Klutzy... 240 00:11:49,610 --> 00:11:55,540 Hmmmm? Oh, yeah haha. I can be klutzy. Now, follow me! 241 00:11:57,175 --> 00:11:58,950 You know that's not Discord, right? 242 00:11:59,210 --> 00:12:00,440 Obviously. 243 00:12:02,245 --> 00:12:04,680 This way! We're almost there! 244 00:12:05,260 --> 00:12:07,680 I know this trick. If he says to go left, 245 00:12:07,820 --> 00:12:09,470 we should definitely go right. 246 00:12:09,565 --> 00:12:11,885 He's leading us to a swarm waiting to attack. 247 00:12:13,995 --> 00:12:14,775 [sigh] 248 00:12:14,865 --> 00:12:16,510 OK, I'll handle it. 249 00:12:16,795 --> 00:12:19,140 You two just get ready to run into the other tunnel. 250 00:12:19,290 --> 00:12:21,725 Wait, what!? Trixie you can't. 251 00:12:21,965 --> 00:12:24,670 I won't know what to do. We've already lost Discord. 252 00:12:24,720 --> 00:12:27,005 I can't lose you too. Without magic I-- 253 00:12:27,030 --> 00:12:30,315 Starlight, you got us this far with just my illusions 254 00:12:30,345 --> 00:12:32,565 and Discord's annoying personality. 255 00:12:32,745 --> 00:12:35,575 You don't need magic to figure out what to do next. 256 00:12:35,790 --> 00:12:37,905 I know you're afraid to be in charge, 257 00:12:38,180 --> 00:12:42,660 but you're really good at it. Listen to your best friend. 258 00:12:44,825 --> 00:12:48,450 Hey, Discord? Wanna see the new trick I've been working on? 259 00:12:49,665 --> 00:12:52,820 I call it, "The Changeling Catcher!" 260 00:12:53,095 --> 00:12:55,195 Run! 261 00:12:55,520 --> 00:12:56,895 [whoosh] 262 00:12:57,080 --> 00:13:05,665 ♪♪ 263 00:13:06,065 --> 00:13:07,340 ♪ [weak] Ta-daaa... ♪ 264 00:13:08,450 --> 00:13:09,850 ♪♪ 265 00:13:10,075 --> 00:13:14,980 [panting] 266 00:13:19,210 --> 00:13:26,900 ♪♪ 267 00:13:27,050 --> 00:13:28,030 [splat] 268 00:13:29,245 --> 00:13:41,405 ♪ [dramatic music] ♪ 269 00:13:41,625 --> 00:13:49,115 [evil laugh] One little pony all by herself. 270 00:13:52,175 --> 00:13:56,335 Oh, how will I ever prevent this daring rescue? 271 00:13:56,935 --> 00:14:02,185 [hissing and snarling] 272 00:14:07,550 --> 00:14:13,265 Well, well, well. The Princess of Friendship's sole pupil. 273 00:14:13,475 --> 00:14:16,895 Honestly, I didn't think you were worth replacing 274 00:14:16,930 --> 00:14:18,460 with one of my drones. 275 00:14:19,770 --> 00:14:21,715 You won't get away with this! 276 00:14:21,980 --> 00:14:25,960 I already have. Nopony is coming to save you. 277 00:14:26,360 --> 00:14:31,945 Your little squad was it, and now there's just you. 278 00:14:32,275 --> 00:14:33,890 Thorax is still out there. 279 00:14:33,990 --> 00:14:36,430 Don't mention that traitor's name in my Kingdom! 280 00:14:36,670 --> 00:14:40,160 He was a fool to leave and even more a fool to return. 281 00:14:40,700 --> 00:14:44,565 When I find him he'll learn just what happens 282 00:14:44,610 --> 00:14:46,830 to those who betray the hive. 283 00:14:47,730 --> 00:14:48,480 [whimper] 284 00:14:49,460 --> 00:14:53,095 And it seems I don't have far to look, do I. 285 00:14:53,260 --> 00:14:54,595 [zap] 286 00:14:55,605 --> 00:14:56,520 Thorax! 287 00:14:56,765 --> 00:14:58,935 [hiss] 288 00:14:59,065 --> 00:15:02,935 [clanking] 289 00:15:05,120 --> 00:15:10,055 Very clever. And clearly Thorax revealed to you the secret 290 00:15:10,090 --> 00:15:13,670 of my throne. I can't have powerful ponies 291 00:15:13,720 --> 00:15:15,640 using their abilities against me. 292 00:15:16,055 --> 00:15:18,080 Even with your rather embarrassing 293 00:15:18,145 --> 00:15:20,920 little rescue attempt, everything has gone 294 00:15:20,965 --> 00:15:23,270 according to MY plan. 295 00:15:23,785 --> 00:15:26,405 What plan? Why did you do all this? 296 00:15:26,460 --> 00:15:28,410 So I could feed, of course! 297 00:15:28,615 --> 00:15:32,375 By replacing the most beloved figures in Equestria, 298 00:15:32,435 --> 00:15:36,040 my drones will be able to store all the love meant for them 299 00:15:36,255 --> 00:15:38,590 and return it here... to me. 300 00:15:39,245 --> 00:15:43,225 Everypony will do as I command and my subjects 301 00:15:43,250 --> 00:15:50,130 and I will feed on their love for generations! [evil laugh!] 302 00:15:52,780 --> 00:15:54,600 What if you didn't have to? 303 00:15:55,045 --> 00:15:56,715 Ridiculous! 304 00:15:57,660 --> 00:16:01,285 The hunger of Changelings can never be satisfied. 305 00:16:01,920 --> 00:16:05,645 Exactly. Thorax left the hive and made a friend. 306 00:16:05,865 --> 00:16:09,320 He shared love and now he doesn't need to feed! 307 00:16:09,510 --> 00:16:12,530 You don't have to live your lives starving all the time! 308 00:16:13,635 --> 00:16:15,835 You know nothing of the Changelings 309 00:16:15,910 --> 00:16:17,890 or what it takes to be their Queen! 310 00:16:19,370 --> 00:16:24,155 I decide what is best for my subjects, not some mewling grub! 311 00:16:24,410 --> 00:16:27,875 I know what it's like to lead by fear and intimidation. 312 00:16:27,965 --> 00:16:29,510 And I know what it's like 313 00:16:29,545 --> 00:16:32,015 to want everypony to do what you say. 314 00:16:32,155 --> 00:16:36,125 But I was wrong. A real leader doesn't force her subjects 315 00:16:36,170 --> 00:16:37,910 to deny who they are. 316 00:16:38,080 --> 00:16:40,505 She celebrates what makes them unique... 317 00:16:40,685 --> 00:16:43,295 ...and listens when one of them finds a better way. 318 00:16:43,785 --> 00:16:46,515 The only thing Thorax has found... 319 00:16:46,740 --> 00:16:50,125 ...is what happens to those who turn their back on the hive! 320 00:16:50,460 --> 00:16:51,250 [zap] 321 00:16:51,380 --> 00:16:52,855 No! Stop! 322 00:16:53,865 --> 00:16:57,485 Just as soon as I drain every last ounce of love from him 323 00:16:57,655 --> 00:17:00,875 and show my subjects what a real leader is. 324 00:17:02,645 --> 00:17:05,655 I can feel the love inside me slipping away. 325 00:17:06,055 --> 00:17:08,225 I can't hold onto it much longer. 326 00:17:08,710 --> 00:17:10,185 Then don't! 327 00:17:10,330 --> 00:17:12,875 Sharing love is what made you different to begin with. 328 00:17:13,055 --> 00:17:15,260 You should share yours with Chrysalis. 329 00:17:15,530 --> 00:17:17,100 Give her all of it. 330 00:17:17,880 --> 00:17:18,965 [whoosh] 331 00:17:19,706 --> 00:17:23,107 [zapping] 332 00:17:38,545 --> 00:17:41,020 This is what happens when you give love freely 333 00:17:41,100 --> 00:17:42,630 instead of taking it. 334 00:17:43,005 --> 00:17:44,725 ♪♪ 335 00:17:50,169 --> 00:17:53,671 [rumbling and cracking] 336 00:17:54,175 --> 00:17:56,735 [explosion] 337 00:17:57,615 --> 00:18:01,600 ♪ [soft music] ♪ 338 00:18:01,850 --> 00:18:15,210 ♪♪ 339 00:18:15,845 --> 00:18:17,135 Fluttershy? 340 00:18:18,950 --> 00:18:22,165 It's, um, good to see you too. 341 00:18:23,680 --> 00:18:24,740 Starlight? 342 00:18:26,560 --> 00:18:27,695 What happened? 343 00:18:28,020 --> 00:18:30,825 We defeated the Changelings with no magic at all; 344 00:18:30,990 --> 00:18:32,455 they found a new leader... 345 00:18:32,680 --> 00:18:36,215 and they're all kinda good now. 346 00:18:39,615 --> 00:18:41,090 Well done, Starlight Glimmer. 347 00:18:41,265 --> 00:18:42,930 It seems as though you've learned a great deal 348 00:18:42,985 --> 00:18:44,245 since we last spoke. 349 00:18:44,410 --> 00:18:45,675 [cracking] 350 00:18:45,715 --> 00:18:47,840 [shriek] 351 00:18:47,955 --> 00:18:54,085 ♪♪ 352 00:18:54,245 --> 00:18:56,170 When Twilight and her friends defeated me, 353 00:18:56,210 --> 00:19:00,245 I chose to run away and seek revenge. You don't have to. 354 00:19:00,415 --> 00:19:03,215 You can be the leader your subjects deserve. 355 00:19:10,535 --> 00:19:13,275 There is no revenge you could ever conceive of 356 00:19:13,315 --> 00:19:15,850 that will come close to what I will exact upon you 357 00:19:15,890 --> 00:19:18,555 one day, Starlight Glimmer! 358 00:19:27,150 --> 00:19:29,755 Thorax, as the new leader of the Changelings, 359 00:19:29,785 --> 00:19:32,925 I look forward to discussing how we can improve our relationship 360 00:19:32,990 --> 00:19:33,945 in the future. 361 00:19:34,830 --> 00:19:37,590 However, for the moment, perhaps it is best 362 00:19:37,625 --> 00:19:41,460 that we leave the Changeling Kingdom to the Changelings. 363 00:19:41,985 --> 00:19:42,820 [poof] 364 00:19:42,855 --> 00:19:45,415 Splendid idea! Now who's ready 365 00:19:45,470 --> 00:19:49,245 for some celebratory tea at Fluttershy's? 366 00:19:49,780 --> 00:19:52,045 Oh. Um. Everypony? 367 00:19:52,865 --> 00:19:55,355 Actually, now that you can snap your claws 368 00:19:55,395 --> 00:19:57,455 and send us absolutely anywhere again, 369 00:19:57,595 --> 00:19:59,730 I think I have a better option. 370 00:20:02,835 --> 00:20:06,270 Uh.. Hey Starlight. What are you doing here? 371 00:20:06,540 --> 00:20:08,450 You left in such a hurry before, 372 00:20:08,685 --> 00:20:10,840 we kinda thought you didn't want to come. 373 00:20:11,385 --> 00:20:15,005 Yeah. I guess after the way I used my magic on all of you, 374 00:20:15,020 --> 00:20:17,405 I wasn't sure I was somepony who should even be in charge 375 00:20:17,445 --> 00:20:20,645 of a baking contest. I was afraid I might go back 376 00:20:20,710 --> 00:20:23,950 to being the pony I used to be. But... 377 00:20:24,080 --> 00:20:26,935 ...I realized that sometimes you don't have a choice. 378 00:20:27,135 --> 00:20:32,090 You have to step up. And I HAVE changed. I can handle it. 379 00:20:32,175 --> 00:20:34,855 Whether than means saving Equestria OR helping friends 380 00:20:34,885 --> 00:20:38,370 with a sunset festival. Speaking of which... 381 00:20:38,725 --> 00:20:42,370 ...I know the festival is almost over, but I kinda invited 382 00:20:42,395 --> 00:20:44,745 a few of my friends to join. 383 00:20:46,470 --> 00:20:47,690 Hope that's OK. 384 00:20:48,605 --> 00:20:51,885 Are you kidding? Of course! 385 00:20:51,965 --> 00:20:55,100 Great. Now, where's that baking contest? 386 00:20:55,210 --> 00:20:57,350 This pony needs a cupcake! 387 00:21:00,260 --> 00:21:04,830 So I'm able to rip the very fabric of reality again. 388 00:21:04,965 --> 00:21:07,920 Yeah, yeah and I'm still a self-absorbed, 389 00:21:07,975 --> 00:21:10,200 below-average illusionist. Right? 390 00:21:10,530 --> 00:21:13,400 Actually, I was going to say a COUPLE of those illusions 391 00:21:13,440 --> 00:21:15,610 were slightly above average. 392 00:21:15,770 --> 00:21:19,330 If you ever need a little chaos in your act, let me know. 393 00:21:19,700 --> 00:21:22,865 Ha! When pigs fly! 394 00:21:23,250 --> 00:21:25,965 Your wish is my command! 395 00:21:26,120 --> 00:21:26,995 [snap] 396 00:21:27,640 --> 00:21:28,310 [squeal] 397 00:21:28,395 --> 00:21:30,585 Whoa-whoaaaa! 398 00:21:31,400 --> 00:21:35,905 Somepony is really gonna have to catch us up on what we missed.