![]() Ash Face: Happens to the pony pediatrician when Twilight takes Spike to see him.The fact that this will apparently be In the Blood for Spike forever and we see more adult dragons in the background than children only makes things worse. The real Fridge here might lie in why everyone in town is so quick to accept Spike again after he caused what might be the only crisis in the show brought about not by outside trickery or a misunderstanding, but willful violence and crime. for about ten minutes, then brushes them aside again. Ascended Fridge Horror: Up until now this show had been stepping around the potential issues that could arise from a dragon living in a pony community this episode addresses them thoroughly.Rarity: Oh, be quiet! You've got nothing to be proud of! Steal everypony's things, terrorize the town, and use me as a weapon against my own friends! Which, as horrible as it is, I can almost understand because you're a dragon and all, but THIS! THIS IS A CRIME AGAINST FASHION! Arson, Murder, and Jaywalking: We have this lovely little quote from Rarity:.Anguished Declaration of Love: Spike tries to confess his crush to Rarity while both are plummeting to their deaths.It doesn't help that Spike responds like one. All Animals Are Dogs: When visiting the pony vet, she speaks to Spike like a dog, even giving him a dog treat.Affectionate Nickname: Spike is called "Spikey-wikey" by Pinkie Pie, then Rarity.An Aesop: "It is better to give than receive." The Aesop is further played with, because after the hat, Spike wasn't receiving anyway he was taking.2D Visuals, 3D Effects: The thick black line around the Fire Ruby Spike is holding is glaringly out of place, drawing attention to the fact that the gemstone doesn't share the same shading style as the rest of the show.Well, I learned it is truly better to give than to receive, and that kindness and generosity are what lead to true friendship! And that's more valuable than anything in the world. You might think that it would feel good to get lots and lots of stuff, but it doesn't feel nearly as good as giving something special to somepony you really care about. His spirits uplifted, Spike writes his own letter to Princess Celestia: Calling him her hero, she rewards him with another kiss on the cheek. Near tears, he is surprised when Rarity tells him she's proud of him, and explains that he saved the town by overcoming his greed and remembering who he really is. While the others celebrate, Spike looks shamefacedly over the swath of destruction in his wake. The two are rescued by Fluttershy and Rainbow Dash at the last moment and deposited on the town's main bridge. In freefall, Spike starts to confess his love for Rarity, only for her to gently silence him with a teary smile. Reminded of his true nature, Spike instantly reverts to his original size, and the two suddenly plummet to the ground below. As they ascend, Rarity (unaware that Spike is her captor) begins to tell him off when he covets the fire ruby around her neck, Rarity contrasts his destructive greed with "Spikey-wikey," the kindest, sweetest, and most generous dragon ever. Swatting away Rainbow Dash and Fluttershy (as well as the Wonderbolts), the now-massive Spike climbs the nearby mountain to find solace and a cave for his collection. She tries to trap him in the library, but he breaks through the wall and rampages through Ponyville, snatching the apples and leaves from Applejack's farm, Fluttershy's chicken coop, the cakes from Sugarcube Corner, the Ponyville water tower, and finally Rarity! Before the two can act, Spike steals everything from Zecora's hut and escapes! Twilight chases him back to town, where Spike's reverted to Hulk Speak and grabbing everything in sight. ![]() The next morning, Twilight is shocked to find Spike's bed covered with gifts - and that Spike is now a gangly adolescent as big as her! Not getting any answers from a pediatrician or a veterinarian, the two visit Zecora, who explains that his dragon nature is compelling him to hoard, which spurs his growth and drives him to even more avarice. When Twilight catches him in the act, he stops briefly, only to resume once she leaves for homeā¦ Sensing an opportunity, Spike starts talking up everypony in town, mentioning his birthday and extorting presents from them. As he's returning home, he crashes into Cheerilee, who gives him a hat when she hears that it's his birthday. Midway through the party, Spike goes to Sugarcube Corner to pick up a special sapphire cupcake Mr. ( Twilight smiles sheepishly and then hides the gift-wrapped book she was carrying behind her back) Spike: I usually only get one gift for my birthday.
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