Hub Hikari I certainly got a good laugh out of it. Although I must say for some odd reason, Discord reaction for Tree Hugger asking him to turn it down a scoash (sp?) was a bit funnier to my book.
I think Rarity's reaction after Discord cleaned her was less her being shy and more she was just forcibly stripped. There is a difference between choosing to be nude and being forced into it.
Omni Viewer He's talking about moments where the ponies act or maybe say things that one typically would do as a human would. If you had your clothes stripped off you, I am sure you would be in a rush to cover yourself up best you could.
@@omniviewer2115 don't worry. The truth is... I do kinda get it... BUT I'M SAD HE DIDN TH MENTION WHAT DISCORD SAID!!!!! I qoute. " do you even know what your even saying" that should have been the... drug joke? I don't get it.... no really I dont
I like to think that Celestia totally could've blasted the smooze back to the stone age she wanted to, but she was enjoying the chaos too much. Trollestia is bestia!
EpicNinjaGamer i thought the same at first but then it's like, that's not like Maud at all, i know people don't like the term "out of character" but man, that just doesn't fit her. i just, can't imagine a character less suited for that line than Maud. except maybe Pinkie?
***** mmm, I kinda thinks it fits, I also am the quiet one with dry humor and I sometimes say such a joke, not to get it heard but just to say it, and when they hear it and do think it's funny, I'm very ok with it c:
***** I do not think it was unlike Maud at all, I just wonder if she did that statement as a joke on purpose or not, I mean, Discord can easily be said to be "the most basic of jokes", but in that situation, it becomes a burn instead.
Selina :3 Um, sorry, but I think you mean that you are "the quiet one". The words "quit", "quite" and "quiet" do look very similar, but they mean very different things.
Zenmaster Noo, not at all, litterally the only thing they have in common is that they are void filled with floating islands. I don't know an example right now, but there's plenty of fictional worlds like that.
I'd love to see more Pinkie and Discord interactions~ We mostly just get Twilight and Fluttershy, but every time another member of the mane 6 interacts with him, the reactions are just priceless. Everything from Pinkie in this episode, to the scene at the beginning of the "Three's A Crowd" episode, particularly his interactions with AJ and Rarity (I still hold to Rainbow's best scene with Discord being the one where she finds him in the maze at the beginning of S2). But yeah, any time Discord is interacting with the rest of the mane 6, who seem to have a harder time putting up with Discord's shenanigans than Fluttershy, it's always very entertaining~
I love it, I love it, I love it! The part when you went all, "OOOOOOOOOOO! You just got burned!" to Discord. That's hilarious and one of the best parts of the show and your review.
That is exactly how I felt about last weeks episode and saturday's new episode. From unfunny to down right hilarious, Make new friends but keep discord is the comedy gold of the season thus far. I'm guessing they get plus 1's now because Twilight is organizing the Gala. So it would make sense for her to let people bring guests as well as changing the age limit to go. 5:12 there's a blue pony with just a tie on. So why is she worried about being naked when there are ponies who barely have anything on?
In terms of the plus ones for the gala, that is in the first time we saw it. Remember, the whole plot revolves around the fact that Twilight was invited and couldn’t pick which of her friends she should take with her as her plus one. Due to the resolution of that episode and the fact that Twilight is a princess now, however, each of her friends got an invitation so they each get a plus one by extension.
Tree Hugger says that the ooze was magic resistant so that's why Celestia couldn't use her magic due to it blocking her horn but it also did feel like she didn't really try. Also, it was shown by Rainbow Dash that the ooze was too sticky for her to fly out of so there's no way Celestia couldn't have wiped the ooze from her horn.
This was amazing, Josh! You've definitely revamped your lines for this show. And Jerry's your cameraman? Huh. Oh, and anyone else notice he ran by the 'Glass of Water' set? BTW, you just lost. Again.
The humor was memorable, the characters even more so, and Celestia and Maud had me rewinding a couple times to make sure my ears weren't playing tricks on me. All in all, this episode is going on my top 10 list.
I love your reaction to Maud burning Discord. I LOVED every second and I'm working I my own channel to be like yours and IloveKimPossibleAlot! You two are great!
And now, as per usual, my full opinions of the episode: (Just a forewarning, before you read on, I have a LOT to say on this episode, so be prepared to read a lot.) First off, it's nice to see the writers put Discord in a more "human" light. The only other time we got to see a side like this with Discord was in Twilight's Kingdom, and I liked it a lot there, as well. Natasha Levinger did a nice job at making all of Discord's emotions in this episode feel very genuine, and, of course, it's all helped by a fantastic performance from John DeLancie. I have to give props for the writers for having Discord be the one to help teach this episode's moral: "Just because you make a new friend doesn't mean you have to lose a friend as well." Considering how little Discord knows about friendship, since he admitted in "Keep Calm and Flutter On" that he had never had a friend before Fluttershy, he is a perfect character choice for this sort of conflict. Also, I'm glad to see the animators have not given up their creativity with him, in terms of crazy and unique visuals. Like with the previously mentioned "Keep Calm and Flutter On", every visual gag, or reference made by Discord, is nothing short of hilarious. In fact, the comedy in general in this episode was really good, in my opinion. I'd say this episode is probably the funniest one I've seen since "Pinkie Pride" or "Keep Calm and Flutter On". I particularly loved the reference to Metal Gear Solid (I wonder if the writers have seen Wreck-It Ralph?) and the references to famous stand-up comedians. Also, like "Pinkie Pride", the live-action footage is just as "WTF" laughter inducing as ever. Also, getting to see that Discord does in fact have his own home is not only really cool, but the visual gags in that scene in particular are hilarious in my opinion. (Such as his front door opening, but he just teleports inside, or when he un-cleans the dishes.) Have I mentioned how funny this episode is, BTW? It's also nice to see the writers haven't forgot about the big important places and events in the world of Equestria, like the Grand Galloping Gala. Seeing them bring it back for this episode is really neat in my opinion. What's more is that the CMC got to go to the gala this time around. Sure, it doesn't mean that much in terms of the story, but it's still a nice little touch to the episode, in my opinion. Also, and this is just me, I really liked all of the new dresses the Mane 6 wore to the gala this time around, and Celestia's looked particularly great in my opinion. And furthermore, why does Twilight always get the best manestyles? Also, Maud Pie appearance FTW. :) As for the new character for this episode, Tree Hugger, I like her. Having her be a hippie, was an interesting, though kind of obvious, choice for a pony Fluttershy would become "besties" with, and, while some may find the way she talks kinda irritating or annoying, I personally found it pretty funny at times. I think her lax and spiritual nature plays off of Discord's serious chaoticness wonderfully. Is she someone I *really* want to come back in future episodes? Not really, but I wouldn't mind at all if she did come back in a later episode. Probably the biggest point of discussion for this episode is the comeback of the Smooze from G1 MLP. I find it interesting how instead of being a large purple mass of ooze that consumes all of Equestria and turns people nasty, the Smooze in this iteration is just a mass of green slime that gets bigger when it eats treasure and is immune to even *alicorn* magic. I know that may not sound quite as intimidating at first, but when you think about it, if this thing was released, without Discord being around, this thing could be a huge threat to all of Equestria. (I mean hell, they have a whole EMPIRE made out of treasure.) That is, if it actually wanted to, which leads into one other thing that surprised me in this episode. The Smooze may be the "antagonist" for this episode, but it's not really good or evil. It's just its own being who does whatever it wants. That was an interesting angle to take with it. A number of people have compared it to that one really unpopular person from school who's always picked last in deciding dodgeball teams or something, and I think that's a very nice comparison. Also, apparently Discord went to college with "it". *FANARTISTS, UNITE!!!* :O Overall, a great episode, in my opinion. With a nicely told moral, MLP's usual great animation, an interesting take on a creature from a previous generation, and some hilarious gags and references, this episode is a fun ride from beginning to end. Definitely one of my new favorites of the season. (My current favorite is still stuck between Castle Sweet Castle and Cutie Map.) I think Season 5, with the exception of the last episode, has been doing really well so far. Hell, I think it may already be rivaling Season 4 for my new favorite Season. :)
blop301 but she had them before hand, you'll notice that he tends to treat anyone besides fluttershy and twilight like they're in the way? Maybe he just assumed he took their place and fluttershy was just to shy to tell them. And he's only nice to twilight because she's his "picard".
blop301 exactly, (well not exactly since the episode was called three's a crowd but we're arounf the 100 episode mark so i's understandable that you might have forgoten a few of the titles) he also trys to go see twilight prior to any of the other ponies and genrally acts like a grump to them as well, even pinkie, who I'd assume he'd have made frieinds with by now if he had thought he could. Actually, she's arguably exactly the sort of friend fluttershy described. Pinkie pie would likely be the best pick for a freind to discuss chaos magic with, she may not use it (unless thats what she's been doing all this time) but she'd definately be the most interested in talking about it.
blop301 If she ended up being suprise she might as well have been an alicorn. I love how you can kindof tell that certain scenes of the first season were written with an earth pony fluttershy and a pegasus pinkie in mind.
SEGASister Funniest? By far, yes. But, the best? I don't think so. Pinkie Pride managed to make me cry with laughter and sadness. So yeah. Still best episode. But This one is on the second place. Followed by TAnks for the memories. This season is already better than season 3.
This is probably the best Discord episode yet, and I think there'll be much more to come. Also, the new Smooze was MUCH MUCH better than the 1980s one, the 1980s one just looked like someone threw up onscreen and put a face on it.
Thank you for the Review it was Wonderful I'm Actually Surprised that you didn't make a dumb and dumber reference at the sight of Discord and The Smooze's outfits all in all i liked this episode it gave more insight on discord while also letting his character develop, we got to see a new character which i hop we get to see in future episodes, and We Learn that Celestia actually Likes Discords antics...
When I first heard "Smooze" while I was watching the episode, I was about to have a heart attack and the first thing I thought of was Friendship is Witchcraft. 5:01 Come on Smooze, Rarity was the one who was praising you and heralding your return to take over Equestria, why you do this to her?
You know I've kinda been wondering why FOB hasn't put out an "Apploosa's most wanted" review and I find it hilarious to know it wasn't done because it was too boring xD
Yeah, I definitely laughed my ass off at Celestia, and so agree she was just faking not being able to do anything since nopony was actually being hurt, and this was to much fun to stop. That and/or she had already been hitting the 'special' punch as was just to drunk to care. But all around, a really amazingly fun episode. Found Discord annoying a lot of the time, but that was just cause I really REALLY hate the Tsundere character types. But this pulled it off better then almost any other I've seen. So yeah, not the best of the season cause, well Tanks for the Memories and all, but by far the funniest.
7Seraphem7 Agreed. That's what I thought. She was enjoying the chaos, but had to keep Twilight or anyone else from finding out so she acted like she was just as annoyed and discomforted as anyone else at the Gala. Then when Twilight turned to her for help with trying to stop the Smooze, Celestia knew she had to do something to both keep up her ruse and make it look like she was unable to help at all since no one was getting hurt, so there was no need to retaliate. If that's not being clever in avoiding ruining your fun while avoiding giving away the truth at the same time, nothing is. Good job, Celestia!!
I know this video is old etc, just wanted to say I love it and the rest of his work. The whole MLP reviewer/analyst team is fantastic. I've grown attached to all of these characters.
According to TV Tropes the crate's supposed to say 'The Orange.' Also, no reaction to Pinkie shaking the camera? Is that too mainstream for her? I also avoid spoilers, and I didn't grow up knowing about the G1 Smooze, so... this was completely new to me, but it was refreshing having neither Discord nor the Smooze as a true villain. Yeah, Tree Hugger lost me a lot this episde. Wow, josh, you got injured more than cannedcream or MLP-Silver-Quill this episode. Maybe combined. But now, knowing how Commander Firebrand would react around Discord, I totally want to include him in 'Journey Through the Rift.' funtime!Tia was about as shocking as the fact that she's not naked and nopony's being coronated this time.
YOU MENTIONED FREAKAZOID!!! YOU MENTIONED HIM! My childhood memories just flood my conscious mind. I had completely forgotten about him and the show. Thank you, man. Just for that, I'll commission UA-cam to create a super like button and abuse the heck out of it.
I love how jerry unofficially cameos in this, considering how much love jerry shows josh its nice to see him appear on this channel as well :) congratulations josh u get a cookie!
Finniest episode of the series. At least for me, anyway. (Feeling Pinkie Keen is still a close second.) Also, funniest "Taking X Too Seriously" thus far. Commander, if ranks were based on comedic talent, you'd need a couple of promotions. Quick question, though: What's with the NOOOOOOO!!!! at "THE GAME" being printed on Discord's Metal Gear box?
I just understood thanks to your comment. I read in another comment that its a game where you have to go as long as possible without thinking about "The Game". The NOOOOOOO probably implied he just lost :)
*Jerry Peet shout out* :D *then another one. ... and another. ... and another..... ....What's with all the Jerry Peet camoes!?! *reads credits* Oh. .... has Jerry edited all your videos?
Let me get this straight: Your name is Joshua Burner Your OC's name is Firebrand And we FINALLY get someone in MLP being 'burned' by a joke!!! YAY! Ok I'll see myself out now!
3:02 there’s no way he lived with fluttershy...to the fluttercord fans they think that be awesome but to me.....yeah....if any of the mane six came in her cottage and saw discord in her home....yeah they be uncomfortable with that....so it makes sense to have discord and his own dimension home where he’s away from everypony and wouldn’t cause any harm again....or at least he’s trying to be a good guy and is keeping all the chaos to himself like he should be
As a 21 year old man with many friends who love him for who he is I still get jealous of who they hangout with because I'm insecure about losing them and not being worthy. I feel discord on a deep level I thought my friend back stabbed me when she started hanging out with this handsomer, kinder, talented guy. Then I get a speech how we are equal and if anything she's closer to me. Why is friendship is so complicatingly simple? I'm still learning since highschool.
Celestia treats Twilight more like an equal in this episode. It's quite interesting to see her more down to earth and acting casual at what is supposed to be a formal event.
I took one look at the Smooze and the first thought that came to mind was... "The *GAK* is back" Nice TF2 reference as well xD - 6:22 "What is that?!" That...would be my fanfiction Sorry, I don't know how that got in there
I love the Discord remix. I was actually making a gun design based off of a 2000's TV show. I based it off of Discord because of the song. Freaking awesome! Keep up the good work! o7
KidSnivy69 *sigh* Well, of course. If he's going to just passively say that he doesn't like an episode... then there's just no point... nah, I'm just kidding, 5:21 is like the best moment ever. (To be honest, though, I can't really tell when something is bad. Heck, I didn't even know that Avatar movie was "bad" until the Nostalgia Critic did a review on it.)
I think the fact that they now have Plus Ones is a continuity callback, rather than a plothole. After seeing how Twilight had to choose between friends, Celestia added Plus Ones, to avoid such things.
Discord´s personality changes with every appearance. It might be inconsistent writing or the brilliant decision to show that as the Spirit of Chaos he is extremely unpredictable.
Man, this review was as funny as the episode itself! You really outdid yourself here! As for this episode, It's a strong contender for my favorite of the season so far! Spot-on comedy, decent moral, and proof that a character like Discord can hold an episode on his own. Nice job, Natasha Levinger!
CEWESTIA PLUSHIE SEES YOU AND KNOWS WHAT YOU'VE DONE! I actually managed to get to this episode without hearing about the Smooze being in it... but unfortunately I was still disapointed by my own expectations. REALLY was hoping that we'd get Eldritch Abomination Smooze instead of Lord Gakington of the Gak Empire.
xD that scene with Maud's burn though. This is my first time watching this channel's videos, and I can't stop reading "FOB Equestria" as "Fall Out Boy Equestria" :/
This was the funniest episode of the entire series, I haven't laughed so hard at MLP ever, every joke just hit bullseye, references to Metal Gear, The Shining, and Rodney Dangerfield, this episode sits in my top 5 favorites easily
Oh, Sun butt you basically made Discord be burned. Sun Butt: Wait, who burned my love. Maud: Me*Sun Butt banishes Maud to the Mooooooooooooooooooooonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn*
I'm surprised you never questioned how a normal Earth Pony mail messenger got into Discords pocket dimension in the first place. That was my first question when I saw the scene "How are you here?!"
=3 oh my lord you were adorable, i don't think I've ever seen you freak out or fan boy that much. This has got to be one of your most enjoyable episodes to date. You were so enthusiastic and lively.
"You're the most basic of jokes."
Okay, who else died of laughter the first time they saw that?
Hub Hikari That was my personal favorite joke this entire season. XD
Hub Hikari never was a big fan of the "no you" jokes, too easy to make.
I did
SICK BURN
Hub Hikari I certainly got a good laugh out of it. Although I must say for some odd reason, Discord reaction for Tree Hugger asking him to turn it down a scoash (sp?) was a bit funnier to my book.
My favorite joke is still Celestial being the only pony who laughs when Discord makes fun of Twilight's flying.
Tree Hugger said that magic doesnt' effect the Smooze, only vibrations that affect his aura. That's why Celestia couldn't stop the smooze.
or maybe she's high
Nothing can stop the Smooze
I always thought Discord's home looked like the Distortion World from Pokemon Platinum.
Um... after the "technical difficulties " why is there a siringe in your but?
Oh I haven't seen platinum yet! I really have to see that version
Plot twist he has been to the Pokémon world
Or it is the distortion world
I think Rarity's reaction after Discord cleaned her was less her being shy and more she was just forcibly stripped. There is a difference between choosing to be nude and being forced into it.
Like bikinis and bras! Good point.
Moist Von Lipwig Yes, and something I didn't mention is, have you ever seen any of the Canterlot nobles without something on?
"What's with all the nudity jokes in MLP?"
I'm sorry, Firebrand, but I don't understand the question.
Omni Viewer He's talking about moments where the ponies act or maybe say things that one typically would do as a human would. If you had your clothes stripped off you, I am sure you would be in a rush to cover yourself up best you could.
Altoryu Actually, I was making a joke. Guess it didn't come across. It is only text, after all.
@@omniviewer2115 don't worry. The truth is... I do kinda get it... BUT I'M SAD HE DIDN TH MENTION WHAT DISCORD SAID!!!!! I qoute. " do you even know what your even saying" that should have been the... drug joke? I don't get it.... no really I dont
I like to think that Celestia totally could've blasted the smooze back to the stone age she wanted to, but she was enjoying the chaos too much. Trollestia is bestia!
My reaction to Maud's burn:
Maud: YOU'RE the most basic of jokes.
Me: OOOOOOOOHHHH!!!! WOMBO COMBO! WOMBO COMBO! WHERE YOU AT?! WHERE YOU AT?!?!
EpicNinjaGamer i thought the same at first but then it's like, that's not like Maud at all, i know people don't like the term "out of character" but man, that just doesn't fit her. i just, can't imagine a character less suited for that line than Maud. except maybe Pinkie?
***** mmm, I kinda thinks it fits, I also am the quiet one with dry humor and I sometimes say such a joke, not to get it heard but just to say it, and when they hear it and do think it's funny, I'm very ok with it c:
***** I do not think it was unlike Maud at all, I just wonder if she did that statement as a joke on purpose or not, I mean, Discord can easily be said to be "the most basic of jokes", but in that situation, it becomes a burn instead.
Selina :3 Um, sorry, but I think you mean that you are "the quiet one". The words "quit", "quite" and "quiet" do look very similar, but they mean very different things.
RubberyCat oh right, didn't see that I forgot the e, I'll change it (◠‿◠)
Discord's world looks like giratina's world from the pokemon movie, seriously, they are so similar.
Although Giratina's dimension isn't as chaotic as Discord's XD and Giratina's is a lot bigger.
Zenmaster Noo, not at all, litterally the only thing they have in common is that they are void filled with floating islands. I don't know an example right now, but there's plenty of fictional worlds like that.
Zenmaster That's what I thought too when I first saw it. I was like, "Gasp! Discord lives in the Distortion World!"
"Nothing can stop the-"
*Toyota Auris lands on me*
"Still Worth It!"
XDD
"THE GAME"
Oh DHX, you sly dogs. XD
Jerry as the camera man. Why is that funny to me?
Spoilers are like alcohol.
It's tempting, and it's harmful in the long run.
***** I enjoyed it.
Probably my 3rd favorite of the season thus far.
+The Video Fox Hi.
+Doughboy123x And the award for "Best analogy of 2015" goes to YOU!
And of 2019
Also applies to drugs
I absolutely LOVED every time Tree Hugger opened her mouth. Her voice(Nicole Oliver btw) was just so soothing and made me so happy to listen to.
3:03 the creepiest line ever...... You should make a Top 10 list for creepiest scene in MLP?
Thanks for using that orchestral Discord in the background. I love that version.
I'd love to see more Pinkie and Discord interactions~ We mostly just get Twilight and Fluttershy, but every time another member of the mane 6 interacts with him, the reactions are just priceless. Everything from Pinkie in this episode, to the scene at the beginning of the "Three's A Crowd" episode, particularly his interactions with AJ and Rarity (I still hold to Rainbow's best scene with Discord being the one where she finds him in the maze at the beginning of S2).
But yeah, any time Discord is interacting with the rest of the mane 6, who seem to have a harder time putting up with Discord's shenanigans than Fluttershy, it's always very entertaining~
I really hope that the camera pony shows up more often in these videos.
silverclawedwolf That's Jerry Peet. You should check out his "in minutes" series. It's hilarious.
avoid his tumblr feminazi shit supporting the DWM movement.
HoplooWare engrish pls
HoplooWare yeah i got that, watch the vid i sent
silverclawedwolf that is freeking Jerry pete! why is he the cam guy tho? me confused xP
YES! Someone else finally sees that Discord's dimensions looks the Ghost Zone!
To me it looks more like a crazier version of the distortion world from Pokemon Platinum.
I love it, I love it, I love it! The part when you went all, "OOOOOOOOOOO! You just got burned!" to Discord. That's hilarious and one of the best parts of the show and your review.
That is exactly how I felt about last weeks episode and saturday's new episode. From unfunny to down right hilarious, Make new friends but keep discord is the comedy gold of the season thus far.
I'm guessing they get plus 1's now because Twilight is organizing the Gala. So it would make sense for her to let people bring guests as well as changing the age limit to go.
5:12 there's a blue pony with just a tie on. So why is she worried about being naked when there are ponies who barely have anything on?
In terms of the plus ones for the gala, that is in the first time we saw it. Remember, the whole plot revolves around the fact that Twilight was invited and couldn’t pick which of her friends she should take with her as her plus one. Due to the resolution of that episode and the fact that Twilight is a princess now, however, each of her friends got an invitation so they each get a plus one by extension.
"Here's smooozy!" Omg best joke ever!
The Fan of War in a pony review? Well now I've seen everything.
Also we need more Camera Guy appearances.
MovingTarget85 *Jerry Peet
Tree Hugger says that the ooze was magic resistant so that's why Celestia couldn't use her magic due to it blocking her horn but it also did feel like she didn't really try. Also, it was shown by Rainbow Dash that the ooze was too sticky for her to fly out of so there's no way Celestia couldn't have wiped the ooze from her horn.
This was amazing, Josh! You've definitely revamped your lines for this show. And Jerry's your cameraman? Huh. Oh, and anyone else notice he ran by the 'Glass of Water' set?
BTW, you just lost. Again.
as a smol child, the old smooze scared the life outta me
Fun Fact: the moment Tree Hugger first appears on camera (in Discord's periscope) the episode's at 4:20. You're welcome.
Damnit i didn't notice the game! CURSE YOU DISCORD!
TheLunarLegend I didn't either :(
TheLunarLegend there is a way out xkcd.com/391/
TheLunarLegend umm...I dont get it
zuzoscorner mean neither
TheLunarLegend I lost the game www.losethegame.net/
The humor was memorable, the characters even more so, and Celestia and Maud had me rewinding a couple times to make sure my ears weren't playing tricks on me.
All in all, this episode is going on my top 10 list.
I love your reaction to Maud burning Discord. I LOVED every second and I'm working I my own channel to be like yours and IloveKimPossibleAlot! You two are great!
"Does she really hate boredom that bad?" Well now I know TWO ponies who fight against boredom.
"The Game"
..............I don't get it.
***** knowyourmeme.com/memes/the-game
JBCBlank I know what the meme is, but how dose it apply to the episode? Who lost the game?
JoJo Banks If you know the game you don't have to ask.
JBCBlank I'm gonna say, Snake.
Son of a bitch, I just got it... DAMN YOU!
Tree Hugger is on Dragon Breath.
(MandJ, you're getting it now...)
Huh?
And now, as per usual, my full opinions of the episode: (Just a forewarning, before you read on, I have a LOT to say on this episode, so be prepared to read a lot.)
First off, it's nice to see the writers put Discord in a more "human" light. The only other time we got to see a side like this with Discord was in Twilight's Kingdom, and I liked it a lot there, as well. Natasha Levinger did a nice job at making all of Discord's emotions in this episode feel very genuine, and, of course, it's all helped by a fantastic performance from John DeLancie. I have to give props for the writers for having Discord be the one to help teach this episode's moral: "Just because you make a new friend doesn't mean you have to lose a friend as well." Considering how little Discord knows about friendship, since he admitted in "Keep Calm and Flutter On" that he had never had a friend before Fluttershy, he is a perfect character choice for this sort of conflict. Also, I'm glad to see the animators have not given up their creativity with him, in terms of crazy and unique visuals. Like with the previously mentioned "Keep Calm and Flutter On", every visual gag, or reference made by Discord, is nothing short of hilarious. In fact, the comedy in general in this episode was really good, in my opinion. I'd say this episode is probably the funniest one I've seen since "Pinkie Pride" or "Keep Calm and Flutter On". I particularly loved the reference to Metal Gear Solid (I wonder if the writers have seen Wreck-It Ralph?) and the references to famous stand-up comedians. Also, like "Pinkie Pride", the live-action footage is just as "WTF" laughter inducing as ever.
Also, getting to see that Discord does in fact have his own home is not only really cool, but the visual gags in that scene in particular are hilarious in my opinion. (Such as his front door opening, but he just teleports inside, or when he un-cleans the dishes.) Have I mentioned how funny this episode is, BTW?
It's also nice to see the writers haven't forgot about the big important places and events in the world of Equestria, like the Grand Galloping Gala. Seeing them bring it back for this episode is really neat in my opinion. What's more is that the CMC got to go to the gala this time around. Sure, it doesn't mean that much in terms of the story, but it's still a nice little touch to the episode, in my opinion. Also, and this is just me, I really liked all of the new dresses the Mane 6 wore to the gala this time around, and Celestia's looked particularly great in my opinion. And furthermore, why does Twilight always get the best manestyles? Also, Maud Pie appearance FTW. :)
As for the new character for this episode, Tree Hugger, I like her. Having her be a hippie, was an interesting, though kind of obvious, choice for a pony Fluttershy would become "besties" with, and, while some may find the way she talks kinda irritating or annoying, I personally found it pretty funny at times. I think her lax and spiritual nature plays off of Discord's serious chaoticness wonderfully. Is she someone I *really* want to come back in future episodes? Not really, but I wouldn't mind at all if she did come back in a later episode.
Probably the biggest point of discussion for this episode is the comeback of the Smooze from G1 MLP. I find it interesting how instead of being a large purple mass of ooze that consumes all of Equestria and turns people nasty, the Smooze in this iteration is just a mass of green slime that gets bigger when it eats treasure and is immune to even *alicorn* magic. I know that may not sound quite as intimidating at first, but when you think about it, if this thing was released, without Discord being around, this thing could be a huge threat to all of Equestria. (I mean hell, they have a whole EMPIRE made out of treasure.) That is, if it actually wanted to, which leads into one other thing that surprised me in this episode. The Smooze may be the "antagonist" for this episode, but it's not really good or evil. It's just its own being who does whatever it wants. That was an interesting angle to take with it. A number of people have compared it to that one really unpopular person from school who's always picked last in deciding dodgeball teams or something, and I think that's a very nice comparison. Also, apparently Discord went to college with "it".
*FANARTISTS, UNITE!!!* :O
Overall, a great episode, in my opinion. With a nicely told moral, MLP's usual great animation, an interesting take on a creature from a previous generation, and some hilarious gags and references, this episode is a fun ride from beginning to end. Definitely one of my new favorites of the season. (My current favorite is still stuck between Castle Sweet Castle and Cutie Map.) I think Season 5, with the exception of the last episode, has been doing really well so far. Hell, I think it may already be rivaling Season 4 for my new favorite Season. :)
TheAnimationAnalyst Seems like a waste of the Smooze too me.
TheAnimationAnalyst resistant to magic.......... and celestia clearly wasn't trying.
TROLLESTIA
5:30 Firebrand’s reaction to Maud’s response makes me laugh so hard every time I see it!
My question is why did Discord of all characters need to learn this lesson? He should know the Fluttershy has 5 other friends that he has met.
blop301 but she had them before hand, you'll notice that he tends to treat anyone besides fluttershy and twilight like they're in the way? Maybe he just assumed he took their place and fluttershy was just to shy to tell them. And he's only nice to twilight because she's his "picard".
NekoVira Well that would explain why he actively tried to not get looked after by AJ, RD and Pinkie in Blue Flu
blop301
exactly, (well not exactly since the episode was called three's a crowd but we're arounf the 100 episode mark so i's understandable that you might have forgoten a few of the titles) he also trys to go see twilight prior to any of the other ponies and genrally acts like a grump to them as well, even pinkie, who I'd assume he'd have made frieinds with by now if he had thought he could. Actually, she's arguably exactly the sort of friend fluttershy described. Pinkie pie would likely be the best pick for a freind to discuss chaos magic with, she may not use it (unless thats what she's been doing all this time) but she'd definately be the most interested in talking about it.
NekoVira I'm suddenly imagining what Pinkie would've been like as a unicorn/alicorn... The horrors...
blop301
If she ended up being suprise she might as well have been an alicorn. I love how you can kindof tell that certain scenes of the first season were written with an earth pony fluttershy and a pegasus pinkie in mind.
I love how the songs in the background of your videos are always so fitting
Funniest episode deserves funniest review ^.^
SEGASister Funniest? By far, yes. But, the best? I don't think so. Pinkie Pride managed to make me cry with laughter and sadness. So yeah. Still best episode. But This one is on the second place. Followed by TAnks for the memories. This season is already better than season 3.
Woodie Pecker Uuumh, I personally think season 3 was a bit underdelivering...Though I joined the fandom when it was airing, so yeah.
Pedro Muñoz Coll
I don't like seson 3.
Woodie Pecker So the "it's already better than season 3" is a compliment or what?
Pedro Muñoz Coll
A compliment to season 5, yeah
This is probably the best Discord episode yet, and I think there'll be much more to come. Also, the new Smooze was MUCH MUCH better than the 1980s one, the 1980s one just looked like someone threw up onscreen and put a face on it.
5:34
OH! OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!
YOU JUST GOT BURNED!
LMAFO
totally worth it
irk
THAT BURN THOUGH!!!
Was I the only one who thought that entire sequence was the funniest part of this review?
I'm enjoying the comedy and life you're adding into these reviews. Keep up the great work. :)
6:44
In my opinion, that reveal had me convinced CELESTIA IS BAT-*YAY* CRAZY!!!
Thank you for the Review it was Wonderful
I'm Actually Surprised that you didn't make a dumb and dumber reference at the sight of Discord and The Smooze's outfits
all in all i liked this episode
it gave more insight on discord while also letting his character develop, we got to see a new character which i hop we get to see in future episodes, and We Learn that Celestia actually Likes Discords antics...
When I first heard "Smooze" while I was watching the episode, I was about to have a heart attack and the first thing I thought of was Friendship is Witchcraft. 5:01 Come on Smooze, Rarity was the one who was praising you and heralding your return to take over Equestria, why you do this to her?
I love how you opened this video with Kefka's theme! Too perfect!
You know I've kinda been wondering why FOB hasn't put out an "Apploosa's most wanted" review and I find it hilarious to know it wasn't done because it was too boring xD
***** 01:32 I love the *fan of war* joke there!
Just fit so well! Nice work Josh!
Yeah, I definitely laughed my ass off at Celestia, and so agree she was just faking not being able to do anything since nopony was actually being hurt, and this was to much fun to stop.
That and/or she had already been hitting the 'special' punch as was just to drunk to care.
But all around, a really amazingly fun episode. Found Discord annoying a lot of the time, but that was just cause I really REALLY hate the Tsundere character types. But this pulled it off better then almost any other I've seen.
So yeah, not the best of the season cause, well Tanks for the Memories and all, but by far the funniest.
7Seraphem7 Agreed. That's what I thought. She was enjoying the chaos, but had to keep Twilight or anyone else from finding out so she acted like she was just as annoyed and discomforted as anyone else at the Gala. Then when Twilight turned to her for help with trying to stop the Smooze, Celestia knew she had to do something to both keep up her ruse and make it look like she was unable to help at all since no one was getting hurt, so there was no need to retaliate.
If that's not being clever in avoiding ruining your fun while avoiding giving away the truth at the same time, nothing is. Good job, Celestia!!
Erik Butterworth no, the smooze is immune to any magic.
nieengel Well, yeah, that too, but I was just saying what I was thinking after first watching the episode myself. That's all.
Well, that´s possible, too =D
I´m sure it´s both
No arguing with you there.
Why did Josh freak out when he read “the game” on that box?
6:24 XDDD that was even funnier than the joke itself, an that's hard
I know this video is old etc, just wanted to say I love it and the rest of his work. The whole MLP reviewer/analyst team is fantastic. I've grown attached to all of these characters.
Pinkie pie used Maud as a boat in that episode 😂😂😂😂🤣
According to TV Tropes the crate's supposed to say 'The Orange.' Also, no reaction to Pinkie shaking the camera? Is that too mainstream for her?
I also avoid spoilers, and I didn't grow up knowing about the G1 Smooze, so... this was completely new to me, but it was refreshing having neither Discord nor the Smooze as a true villain.
Yeah, Tree Hugger lost me a lot this episde.
Wow, josh, you got injured more than cannedcream or MLP-Silver-Quill this episode. Maybe combined. But now, knowing how Commander Firebrand would react around Discord, I totally want to include him in 'Journey Through the Rift.'
funtime!Tia was about as shocking as the fact that she's not naked and nopony's being coronated this time.
YOU MENTIONED FREAKAZOID!!! YOU MENTIONED HIM! My childhood memories just flood my conscious mind. I had completely forgotten about him and the show. Thank you, man. Just for that, I'll commission UA-cam to create a super like button and abuse the heck out of it.
2:05 Goddammit.
Irish John. I don't get it.
TheUnholyHandGrenade me neither..
TheUnholyHandGrenade *****
www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=the+game
Irish John. okay. Thank you for the Explanation ;-)
My question is who started the game
I love how jerry unofficially cameos in this, considering how much love jerry shows josh its nice to see him appear on this channel as well :) congratulations josh u get a cookie!
Finniest episode of the series. At least for me, anyway. (Feeling Pinkie Keen is still a close second.) Also, funniest "Taking X Too Seriously" thus far. Commander, if ranks were based on comedic talent, you'd need a couple of promotions.
Quick question, though: What's with the NOOOOOOO!!!! at "THE GAME" being printed on Discord's Metal Gear box?
I just understood thanks to your comment. I read in another comment that its a game where you have to go as long as possible without thinking about "The Game". The NOOOOOOO probably implied he just lost :)
Ah. I got it.
Uh, Firebrand?
**DISCORD IS NOT A TOY.**
*Jerry Peet shout out* :D
*then another one. ... and another. ... and another.....
....What's with all the Jerry Peet camoes!?!
*reads credits* Oh.
.... has Jerry edited all your videos?
andrewkful
we dont get it
andrewkful Mr12603 edits his MLP Reviews and countdowns while jerry edits his TTS.
BlazikenGod
How long they been doing that?
andrewkful
For a while now i think.
BlazikenGod Then why does these videos only credit Jerry's editing when he is featured in the video
I love this episode, because it established DISCORD HAS A DOMAIN!!!
Let me get this straight:
Your name is Joshua Burner
Your OC's name is Firebrand
And we FINALLY get someone in MLP being 'burned' by a joke!!!
YAY!
Ok I'll see myself out now!
MALEMization fire puns for the win XD
Tiffany B Indeed!
Go back to the Fire Nation!
This is probably one of your best reviews in a while. Awesome stuff, and REALLY funny. =)
3:02 there’s no way he lived with fluttershy...to the fluttercord fans they think that be awesome but to me.....yeah....if any of the mane six came in her cottage and saw discord in her home....yeah they be uncomfortable with that....so it makes sense to have discord and his own dimension home where he’s away from everypony and wouldn’t cause any harm again....or at least he’s trying to be a good guy and is keeping all the chaos to himself like he should be
As a 21 year old man with many friends who love him for who he is I still get jealous of who they hangout with because I'm insecure about losing them and not being worthy. I feel discord on a deep level I thought my friend back stabbed me when she started hanging out with this handsomer, kinder, talented guy. Then I get a speech how we are equal and if anything she's closer to me.
Why is friendship is so complicatingly simple? I'm still learning since highschool.
3:18 Male ponies just exist to be abused!? *pulls out whip*
PurpleKT Mailponies
Jerry Peet Or perhaps Male Mail Ponies?
Hallelujah Brony Yeah I don't think Derpy gets abused. At least its not confirmed yet she's a mailpony.
Redstar31 She pretty much accidentally abuses herself, there's no need to take it further
Celestia treats Twilight more like an equal in this episode. It's quite interesting to see her more down to earth and acting casual at what is supposed to be a formal event.
I took one look at the Smooze and the first thought that came to mind was...
"The *GAK* is back"
Nice TF2 reference as well xD
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6:22
"What is that?!"
That...would be my fanfiction
Sorry, I don't know how that got in there
I love the Discord remix. I was actually making a gun design based off of a 2000's TV show. I based it off of Discord because of the song. Freaking awesome! Keep up the good work! o7
Hmm... I actually liked the previous episode.
That's what you focus on?
KidSnivy69 *sigh* Well, of course. If he's going to just passively say that he doesn't like an episode... then there's just no point... nah, I'm just kidding, 5:21 is like the best moment ever.
(To be honest, though, I can't really tell when something is bad. Heck, I didn't even know that Avatar movie was "bad" until the Nostalgia Critic did a review on it.)
SuperStachey eightnineeightnine
lol sorry if I bugged/pissed you off
was just curious
KidSnivy69 Heh, don't worry, I'm fine.
I love that you and Jerry keep referencing each other it makes my life
I think the fact that they now have Plus Ones is a continuity callback, rather than a plothole.
After seeing how Twilight had to choose between friends, Celestia added Plus Ones, to avoid such things.
6:23 Something drawn on paper and not in a computer! ABOMINATION ON THIS WORLD!
Discord´s personality changes with every appearance. It might be inconsistent writing or the brilliant decision to show that as the Spirit of Chaos he is extremely unpredictable.
Lovely work, Sir Josh. Sometimes I'm nearly as excited to see your review as the episode.
Seriously .... this is one of your better reviews. You made me laugh out loud while in public. Well done.
If anyone wants to see what the full version of the plushie looks like, pause at the right moment during 5:35.
Dud you are genuinely one of the funniest MLP reviewers I've watched. Bravo!
Man, this review was as funny as the episode itself! You really outdid yourself here!
As for this episode, It's a strong contender for my favorite of the season so far! Spot-on comedy, decent moral, and proof that a character like Discord can hold an episode on his own. Nice job, Natasha Levinger!
My reactionnn
Discord: its the most BASIC of jokes!
Maud: *your* the most basic of jokes.
Me: OHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH BURNNNNNNNN YEET MAUD! BURN SQUAD!
3:07
This line has, for me, recently been supplanted by "They took Fluttershy!? ... _Where?_ " from the Season Six finale
Now we know where Discord is from.
CEWESTIA PLUSHIE SEES YOU AND KNOWS WHAT YOU'VE DONE!
I actually managed to get to this episode without hearing about the Smooze being in it... but unfortunately I was still disapointed by my own expectations. REALLY was hoping that we'd get Eldritch Abomination Smooze instead of Lord Gakington of the Gak Empire.
1:52 Funny thing: that box trick doesn't actually work in Metal Gear Solid.
xD that scene with Maud's burn though.
This is my first time watching this channel's videos, and I can't stop reading "FOB Equestria" as "Fall Out Boy Equestria" :/
This was the funniest episode of the entire series, I haven't laughed so hard at MLP ever, every joke just hit bullseye, references to Metal Gear, The Shining, and Rodney Dangerfield, this episode sits in my top 5 favorites easily
and Maud burning Discord.
Who the heck threw the car? Can't be Lily, Pegasi aren't well known to have herculean strength..... Maybe Discord.
5:34 I guess I'll be the one to keep saying it.
At least Discord can display the most basic of emotions.
COUNTER-BURN!
giguyjoe2nd *intake of breath through gritted teeth while cringing* Oooh, right through the heart...
Jeffrey Stanley It's a low blow but it works so well.
3:19
Josh: "I swear, the Mail Ponies in this are the equivalent of the cabbage man. They just exist to be abused."
Mail Pony: "MY POSTAGES!!!"
I'm really liking these new video formats! Much more entertaining
Oh wow! never mess with discord when hes angry! This was so awesome I cant stop laughing!
Ok 3:02 are we just going to ignore the LITERAL DUST BUNNIES, that discord out together. That’s adorable
Gosh dangit, FieryJoker! It's been YEARS! YEARS! And you go and point out the letters on the box. AUUUUUGHHHHHH!!!
Studies show that people prefer physical pain to boredom
5:56 "Oh Batman, if you had the guts for that kind of fun, you would have done it ages ago!"
Oh, Sun butt you basically made Discord be burned.
Sun Butt: Wait, who burned my love. Maud: Me*Sun Butt banishes Maud to the Mooooooooooooooooooooonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn*
I'm surprised you never questioned how a normal Earth Pony mail messenger got into Discords pocket dimension in the first place. That was my first question when I saw the scene "How are you here?!"
Did no one realize that josh used the discord song in the credits I am glad he did it really suts the discord episodes thanks josh for the videos
5:59 HEEERE'S SMOOZIE!!!!
=3 oh my lord you were adorable, i don't think I've ever seen you freak out or fan boy that much. This has got to be one of your most enjoyable episodes to date. You were so enthusiastic and lively.