I like how everyone laughs at the "movie trailer" when it's a disclaimer because Hasbro threatened to sue Duo Cartoonist, that is also why all of the ponies wings are now different.
3:37-3:38 I like that little detail. They change her pupils. Almost all the other ponies have round pupils, but Nightmare Moon has sharp ones. It's a nice detail that added to show that long before her full transformation, she was already becoming Nightmare Moon.
I personally believe the appearance of Starswirl the Bearded represented as an Observer at that point where Luna transformed into Nightmare Moon. So he ran to inform Princess Celestia about what just happened to Luna.
Yeah, most likely. I suppose due to the limitations that the song presented, there wasn't a whole lot they could do with his character. No opportunity for dialog, limited possibilities for visual interaction. Still cool to see him though.
I like the inclusion of Starswirl. And I think he probably went to tell Celestia, I don't think he was necessarily running away. Starswirl did appear in the Friend Forever comic: Reflections (I suggest you read it if you haven't. It's really good in my opinion :)). He just hasn't appeared in the show. I hope he makes an appearance in the 2016 movie, even if it's just a flashback, spirit, or part of the Royal Sisters' imaginings. I'm still waiting for the show to give us more background for Celestia and Luna and I've been hoping that the film does just that.
I love your reactions and how you are unafraid to show when something affects you, you don't hide it to look "cool". If you watch closely in the animation, Luna's eyes are the first to change (3:36), then her hair becomes less structured and more floaty and insubstantial (3:48). Then her voice slowly hardens and deepens (4:02), then gaining a dual tone (5:00) until she finally gives in entirely to her own darkness (5:05). Love that it's a gradual change like that as no one just decides to be evil or violent, it's usually a slippery slope you gradually travel down.
There are those who think that Luna was in some sort infected by an outer force of darkness to become NM. My own head-canon however is that she was brought to the brink of jealousy for her sister into a state of madness, (this is what happens when a God becomes insane) untill the mane 6 brought her a moment of sanity by the elements of harmony so that she could see that she was truly wrong in her actions.
It's truly been that long. It's been two years since I watched this when you first posted it maybe around December? This is a crazy realization of how time flies.
I noticed that after Luna's eyes changed, if you look carefully enough, you will see that Luna's hair changed from what it was at the beginning, to sort of a cloudy look (around at 3:46 )
this was so heartfelt that for the first time on mlp I actually did cry, and that's saying a lot. I love Luna, this was so beautiful!Bwaaahaaahaaaaaaa!!!!!
BTW Applegeek, something else seen in the video, but not 'recognized' by many ponies, or people, doing reviews and reactions. At least twice in the the first couple of minutes of the video, we saw a hanging tapestry of ponies sleeping in a field. I finally figured out where I had seen that before... In Twilight's book about the Elements of Harmony and the Legend of Nightmare Moon, in the very first episode of MLP. Just a thought, the Frank Pony
Applegeek Luna's singing about being unloved and Starswirl is suppose to represent the people who love you, but you don't notice when you're in the mindset Luna is in
Hello Applegeek, great to see you again! Just like most of the popular animations we've seen like "Lullaby for a Princess," this one is up there in my top favorites in terms of amazing imagery and emotion. About Nightmare Moon looking a bit off, maybe it's the fact that she doesn't have her headpiece on. Somehow I get the feeling that Starswirl might make his physical debut in the upcoming movie, that or in the series itself.
This and Lullaby for a Princess make such magnificent companion pieces... but it's sort of cheating that they ended up using the same animation engine for the movie, makes this one look more "authentic."
I think it's plausible too; He was around when Terreck was his brother surfaced. Celestia and Luna were there too, as shown in the finally. Luna was banished for 1000 years... logic suggested he did pass on...
09:00 It's because Starswirl is in a different timeline ;> After all the villains taking over Equestria, he travelled back in time to change the flow of the river of time upstream. He created an alternate time loop in which he set up the events in such a way to gradually restore harmony in Equestria. But this is a timeline he could never experience himself, because he is "outtatime" ;J Remember the scroll from Season 5's finale? It was one of his devices to restore the harmony. He knew how Starlight will use it and how it will all end. It was all a part of his plan ;) and when the scroll has done its job, reinforcing the Mane Six's time loop, it returned to its Master through the wormhole ;)
It's true that he is wise to not pick a fight with a demonic alicorn but he was also her mentor and he clearly saw what was happening he could have at least tried to calm her down but at the same time he probably knew that she needed to get this out and that this was the best way
I had a thought what if nightmare moon regardless of being "evil".is Luna's full power other then the one we all know and love what if nightmare moon is Luna's full transformation her full potential of her powers? And bring nightmaremoon helps Luna be herself in a way she always refers herself as we not i or us not me in some cases I'm not sure of all the time I may have mis calculated on how she goes when nightmare moon is mentioned in some way but yeah that's what I think
Moon has phases (at least in our world)... I'd say Nightmare moon may represent New Moon (Not reflecting sunlight at all, and occasionally cause Solar Eclipse.) Luna, as we see her for the first time, recently reformed, the Lighter-version, represents Full Moon (fully reflecting sunlight, might go under Lunar Eclipse) -- the normal, usual version is all other phases... (And no, this does NOT need be in any order. Princess Luna does, after all, control how the Moon comes and goes...).
Maybe she could have a good transformation? Imagine there had been a episode, where she had gotten a new transformation, but it had been good? Maybe it could have been Moonlight xhine or zomething.
It sure was a beautiful piece of work. The facial animation together with the music kinda gave me a Disney vibe to it. Not too surprising as the animator used to work for Disney.
AG, you missed a few details in your viewing. During the song, just before Luna alters the Moon, you see behind her, two framed pictures on the castle wall. One of Celestia, and one, presumably of Luna. It's so dark that it's hard to make out. I noted that the 'dream' ponies Luna conjured all had the old style cloaks, even those in the group scene giving adoration to Tia, just before Luna dis-spells it. Over all, I'd have to say this is one of the best animations ever done, and it's now in my top five, right up there with Confrontation, Remembrance, Children of the Night, and of course... Lullaby for a Princess. Mind you, the order I stated them is NOT the order of best to least. My top five all stand on their own hooves. Keep on reacting my friend.
Apple Geek, I think I can explain why Duo Cartoonist put Star Swirl into the video. In the episode 'Luna Eclipsed', about Nightmare Night, Twilight asks Spike if he's read the book she gave him about Obscure Unicorn History... She goes on to say that Star Swirl was the most important wizard of the 'Pre-classical' era. Duo also put other hints of the time this video occurs in their work... Note that the opening scene shows Canterlot Castle fronted by the Village of Canterlot. (the city would not grow out of it for centuries). Also, the 'Snowdrop' style pony cloaks give away the time period as well (I think we also saw the same cloaks in the first Hearths Warming' episode as well). So, given all these clues, we come to the conclusion that this video portrays the distant past, and that Star Swirl was alive when Luna became Nightmare Moon. It is probable that this video also takes place decades, or even a century or so, after the end of 'Snowdrop', which was dated as well... the first part of Snowdrop takes place during the 100th year of the reign of the Two Sisters, post Discord's reign. So, The Moon Rises is probably at least 100 years later, or more. We know that from the end of this video to the first episode of MLP, that 1,000 years has passed, during which Luna / Nightmare Moon was imprisoned in the Moon. I heartily agree that this is a sample of what Toon Boom can do, and a small taste of what we may expect from Hasbro using the same program for the upcoming MLP movie. Which, I agree will be (in both your words and that of a certain blue pony) Awesome! enough from me the Frank Pony
well in that transform while starswirl is spying .butility. How can princess celestia notice that princess luna is doing all the destruction? when princess luna turn the half moon into full moon?
I just wish more fans would acknowledge that Luna was just being a whiny bitch when she turned evil and would stop blaming Celestia ALL THE TIME Their interpretation of Starswirl was also kind of...wrong. He may have already known about this due to Time Travel, but if he didn't, he would certainly try to stop Luna, and if she attacked, he could easily hold his own at least long enough for Celestia to come.
Awesome reaction! I'm so glad you covered this one. If you're thinking of things to post during the hiatus, maybe consider reacting to Ponyphonic's new song, "Shy Heart." It's only a song, no video, but I think you will really enjoy it and I'd love to see your reaction. :D
@@zacharytaylor190 I never have been a brony, I'm far from it. :) In '14 left the show until this February, but as much stupid things happened around, this kind of show is quite good for my soul. :D I just hope we'll get some good lore. Merchandise or not, a reliable basics can make fans more interactive with the IP. So money. :D
Hey, have you ever seen the Best MLP voices and musicals in foreign languages? Theres only a compilation for the first three seasons, but I(and quite a few others) found them quite entertaining. They might be worth a reaction, unless you've already seen them.
![[Blind Reaction] Fall of the Crystal Empire](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/Rwp_kr9I2is/mqdefault.jpg)
![[Blind Reaction] Fall of the Crystal Empire](/img/tr.png)
![[Blind Reaction] Confrontation](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/JqUsoSUdkow/mqdefault.jpg)
![[Blind Commentary] The Moon Rises by Duo Cartoonist](/img/n.gif)
fun fact the animation engine used in this video is the same being used for the MLP movie
THAT MAKES SO MUCH SENSE
Which is why their styles match a lot. But this was made way before the movie.
And what engine would that be?
@@voldy3565 Toon Boom Harmony and Autodesk Maya
I new it looked familiar
I like how everyone laughs at the "movie trailer" when it's a disclaimer because Hasbro threatened to sue Duo Cartoonist, that is also why all of the ponies wings are now different.
LazyKitten I miss that guy. He was a good animator
@@nicholasnguyen5181 was?? what happened?
Ravenwolf duo cartoonist got removed bc has or threatened to sue them
Edit: I meant hasbro
What Hasbro made Duo Cartoonist delete their own channel or face lawsuit?
Warrior Cat Fan AKA DragonCat I have no idea
3:37-3:38
I like that little detail. They change her pupils. Almost all the other ponies have round pupils, but Nightmare Moon has sharp ones. It's a nice detail that added to show that long before her full transformation, she was already becoming Nightmare Moon.
I personally believe the appearance of Starswirl the Bearded represented as an Observer at that point where Luna transformed into Nightmare Moon. So he ran to inform Princess Celestia about what just happened to Luna.
Yeah, most likely. I suppose due to the limitations that the song presented, there wasn't a whole lot they could do with his character. No opportunity for dialog, limited possibilities for visual interaction. Still cool to see him though.
Can you react to the new mlp meets videos?
Mlp meets? is it Pony or Equestria Girls?
Pony Toucan LDM his videos are the best!
👍
I like the inclusion of Starswirl. And I think he probably went to tell Celestia, I don't think he was necessarily running away. Starswirl did appear in the Friend Forever comic: Reflections (I suggest you read it if you haven't. It's really good in my opinion :)). He just hasn't appeared in the show.
I hope he makes an appearance in the 2016 movie, even if it's just a flashback, spirit, or part of the Royal Sisters' imaginings. I'm still waiting for the show to give us more background for Celestia and Luna and I've been hoping that the film does just that.
Am I the only one who saw Luna's hair change after the 'I will not be overshadowed' line?
Nope
I love your reactions and how you are unafraid to show when something affects you, you don't hide it to look "cool". If you watch closely in the animation, Luna's eyes are the first to change (3:36), then her hair becomes less structured and more floaty and insubstantial (3:48). Then her voice slowly hardens and deepens (4:02), then gaining a dual tone (5:00) until she finally gives in entirely to her own darkness (5:05). Love that it's a gradual change like that as no one just decides to be evil or violent, it's usually a slippery slope you gradually travel down.
at first I didn't think I'd like it because I'm not familiar with this certain animation but then I watched and I'm like "holy crap!"
There are those who think that Luna was in some sort infected by an outer force of darkness to become NM.
My own head-canon however is that she was brought to the brink of jealousy for her sister into a state of madness, (this is what happens when a God becomes insane) untill the mane 6 brought her a moment of sanity by the elements of harmony so that she could see that she was truly wrong in her actions.
If you watch it you can actually see Luna gradually transform over the song.
It's truly been that long. It's been two years since I watched this when you first posted it maybe around December? This is a crazy realization of how time flies.
It's a marvel, ain't it?
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I like your reactions
Byeeeeeee
ayy Hello Yes it is indeed!
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No it's a dc
(Sorry)
Yup, i have seen it about a dossin times, and i still get chills
I noticed that after Luna's eyes changed, if you look carefully enough, you will see that Luna's hair changed from what it was at the beginning, to sort of a cloudy look (around at 3:46 )
9:05 We did see those pictures of Starswirl banishing the Sirens with his majestic beard in Rainbow Rocks.
True, though if I recall, that was a different animation style, more storybook-like, and we don't know exactly what time period that was.
***** Don't you mean the same animation program? (Toon Boom Harmony) The same animation program doesn't necessarily mean the same animation style :)
this was so heartfelt that for the first time on mlp I actually did cry, and that's saying a lot. I love Luna, this was so beautiful!Bwaaahaaahaaaaaaa!!!!!
BTW Applegeek, something else seen in the video, but not 'recognized' by many ponies, or people, doing reviews and reactions.
At least twice in the the first couple of minutes of the video, we saw a hanging tapestry of ponies sleeping in a field. I finally figured out where I had seen that before... In Twilight's book about the Elements of Harmony and the Legend of Nightmare Moon, in the very first episode of MLP.
Just a thought,
the Frank Pony
Ah, nice catch!
Applegeek Luna's singing about being unloved and Starswirl is suppose to represent the people who love you, but you don't notice when you're in the mindset Luna is in
Hello Applegeek, great to see you again! Just like most of the popular animations we've seen like "Lullaby for a Princess," this one is up there in my top favorites in terms of amazing imagery and emotion. About Nightmare Moon looking a bit off, maybe it's the fact that she doesn't have her headpiece on. Somehow I get the feeling that Starswirl might make his physical debut in the upcoming movie, that or in the series itself.
We all need a break from time to time. Besides, your reactions are worth the wait.
this a nice video the Moon Rises it was wonderful for Luna.
i like the music and the song.
This and Lullaby for a Princess make such magnificent companion pieces... but it's sort of cheating that they ended up using the same animation engine for the movie, makes this one look more "authentic."
I think it's plausible too; He was around when Terreck was his brother surfaced. Celestia and Luna were there too, as shown in the finally. Luna was banished for 1000 years... logic suggested he did pass on...
5:07 He's reacting like this is a jumpscare 😂😂😂
If only Luna was defeated by the realization that ponies are tired at night
09:00 It's because Starswirl is in a different timeline ;> After all the villains taking over Equestria, he travelled back in time to change the flow of the river of time upstream. He created an alternate time loop in which he set up the events in such a way to gradually restore harmony in Equestria. But this is a timeline he could never experience himself, because he is "outtatime" ;J Remember the scroll from Season 5's finale? It was one of his devices to restore the harmony. He knew how Starlight will use it and how it will all end. It was all a part of his plan ;) and when the scroll has done its job, reinforcing the Mane Six's time loop, it returned to its Master through the wormhole ;)
It's true that he is wise to not pick a fight with a demonic alicorn but he was also her mentor and he clearly saw what was happening he could have at least tried to calm her down but at the same time he probably knew that she needed to get this out and that this was the best way
I had a thought what if nightmare moon regardless of being "evil".is Luna's full power other then the one we all know and love what if nightmare moon is Luna's full transformation her full potential of her powers? And bring nightmaremoon helps Luna be herself in a way she always refers herself as we not i or us not me in some cases I'm not sure of all the time I may have mis calculated on how she goes when nightmare moon is mentioned in some way but yeah that's what I think
Moon has phases (at least in our world)... I'd say Nightmare moon may represent New Moon (Not reflecting sunlight at all, and occasionally cause Solar Eclipse.) Luna, as we see her for the first time, recently reformed, the Lighter-version, represents Full Moon (fully reflecting sunlight, might go under Lunar Eclipse) -- the normal, usual version is all other phases... (And no, this does NOT need be in any order. Princess Luna does, after all, control how the Moon comes and goes...).
Elderscrollsswimmer i think i understand what you mean sorry I'm a bit slow but I can kinda understand where you're going with this
Maybe she could have a good transformation? Imagine there had been a episode, where she had gotten a new transformation, but it had been good? Maybe it could have been Moonlight xhine or zomething.
It sure was a beautiful piece of work. The facial animation together with the music kinda gave me a Disney vibe to it. Not too surprising as the animator used to work for Disney.
Chills every time. ^_^
I get chills watching this. Easily my favorite mlp fan animation.
That is one disney quality villian transformation right there o.o
Impressive a8nt it Applegeek. I Looooved that video myself. Very very impressive.
Powerful beings with beards:
Dumbledore
Gandolf
But most importantly
Starswirl
🤣
Alas, there's a kernel of evil in ALL of us; Luna simply let hers pop into Nightmare Moon!
My theory is that when Starswirl saw the transformation and ran off, he went to wake Celestia.
Applegeek
you're an awesome dude to watch and hilarious...!!
I found the Nightmare Moon figure to be adorably evil.
The think I like on you is , that you're not talking to much when you're reacting I love that
I rewinded this like 6 times because I like it so much!!! 4:58
Wonder if they'll do Snowdrop like this.
Caine7ify I hope
Have u seen 'Lullaby for a princess' yet?
He has seen it two times i think
If the comics are to be believed, then Starswirl was alive during the events of Luna's Transformation.
Everyone's a gangsta until a demon alicorn shows up (looking at you Starswirl)
Please, react to "Count of Monte Cristo" series by InkPotts. It's stunning!
This song totally gives me Hellfire vibes.
Luna is my BEST favorite pony!!
lol! Applegeek close the eyes when star swirl for the first time appeared
AG, you missed a few details in your viewing. During the song, just before Luna alters the Moon, you see behind her, two framed pictures on the castle wall. One of Celestia, and one, presumably of Luna. It's so dark that it's hard to make out. I noted that the 'dream' ponies Luna conjured all had the old style cloaks, even those in the group scene giving adoration to Tia, just before Luna dis-spells it. Over all, I'd have to say this is one of the best animations ever done, and it's now in my top five, right up there with Confrontation, Remembrance, Children of the Night, and of course... Lullaby for a Princess. Mind you, the order I stated them is NOT the order of best to least. My top five all stand on their own hooves. Keep on reacting my friend.
Apple Geek, I think I can explain why Duo Cartoonist put Star Swirl into the video. In the episode 'Luna Eclipsed', about Nightmare Night, Twilight asks Spike if he's read the book she gave him about Obscure Unicorn History... She goes on to say that Star Swirl was the most important wizard of the 'Pre-classical' era. Duo also put other hints of the time this video occurs in their work... Note that the opening scene shows Canterlot Castle fronted by the Village of Canterlot. (the city would not grow out of it for centuries). Also, the 'Snowdrop' style pony cloaks give away the time period as well (I think we also saw the same cloaks in the first Hearths Warming' episode as well).
So, given all these clues, we come to the conclusion that this video portrays the distant past, and that Star Swirl was alive when Luna became Nightmare Moon. It is probable that this video also takes place decades, or even a century or so, after the end of 'Snowdrop', which was dated as well... the first part of Snowdrop takes place during the 100th year of the reign of the Two Sisters, post Discord's reign. So, The Moon Rises is probably at least 100 years later, or more. We know that from the end of this video to the first episode of MLP, that 1,000 years has passed, during which Luna / Nightmare Moon was imprisoned in the Moon.
I heartily agree that this is a sample of what Toon Boom can do, and a small taste of what we may expect from Hasbro using the same program for the upcoming MLP movie. Which, I agree will be (in both your words and that of a certain blue pony) Awesome!
enough from me
the Frank Pony
i watched this on my own and it was amazing
the light on the moon... Luna moved the sun...
I love the colour midnight blue so I watch this a million times
Yay awesome more reactions from you! Gives me chills every time that I watch this, great reaction and can't wait for more! XD.
love the song yeah Luna
Tridashie - Friendship is musical Season 4
0:36 And I can think of a Presidential reason why
2:17 Nope, it's their copyright system, they have that on children of the night too
i think Starsswirl was going to get Celestia
You should totally do a piano cover of this Applegeek that would be lovely 🤎🧡
well in that transform while starswirl is spying .butility. How can princess celestia notice that princess luna is doing all the destruction? when princess luna turn the half moon into full moon?
applegeek take all the time you need bro
Goosebumps with nightmare moon sooooooooooooooooooooo terifying
Toom Boom Harmony... That's What The Used For The MLP Movie! (Yes I Know This Was Before The MLP Movie)
BOI YOU DID NOT SEE HIM WHEN SHE WAS WITH THE SLEEPING PONY ART LIKE OMG
You should watch Children of the Night
moonrise is my favorite song It was supposed to be in the MLP movie but it didn't work out
I just wish more fans would acknowledge that Luna was just being a whiny bitch when she turned evil and would stop blaming Celestia ALL THE TIME
Their interpretation of Starswirl was also kind of...wrong.
He may have already known about this due to Time Travel, but if he didn't, he would certainly try to stop Luna, and if she attacked, he could easily hold his own at least long enough for Celestia to come.
maaaan the animation wooooow
Christian Galvan NICE
Yeah have you heard that for the My Little Pony Movie they aren't using Flash they're using Toon Boom Harmony.
I love Luna
AppleGeek React to "Bronies React: Legend Of Everfree"!!!!
React to the [HORSE] series by doodledpony!
I LOVE THE MUSIC AND SONG AN LYRICS I LOVE EVERYTHIIINNGGG
So...Luna basically went evil because no one else works graveyard shifts?
8:50 oh, if you only knew 😂
Have you seen "The Folly of Celesta"?? I really wish you'd react to that!
Apple geek react to sonic meets MLP plz it's historical
And "Turnabout Storm" :q
Jack Clinton I know I wish he would watch it
Can you please react "Double Rainboom"? It's a great movie.
Awesome reaction! I'm so glad you covered this one. If you're thinking of things to post during the hiatus, maybe consider reacting to Ponyphonic's new song, "Shy Heart." It's only a song, no video, but I think you will really enjoy it and I'd love to see your reaction. :D
or Remembrance- the 5 minute one not the random series or some other 3D animation
is this kind of like the lullaby for a princess except for Luna side of her story
I really would love to see your reaction to Children of the night
BEEN WAITIN FOR THIS WELCOME BACK APPLE G HOPE UR DOIN GOOD
It was a real piece of work this was. I had to watch it twice to get it all also. Isn't it wonderful? Feels like Disney if it made MLP.
you missed starswhirl earlier in the video.
did you know that the voice of luna was iley monte
nightmare moon look beautiful
0:29: Lot of things going on, and it is stressful for everyone. And 3,5 years until COVID.
@@zacharytaylor190
I never have been a brony, I'm far from it. :)
In '14 left the show until this February, but as much stupid things happened around, this kind of show is quite good for my soul. :D
I just hope we'll get some good lore. Merchandise or not, a reliable basics can make fans more interactive with the IP. So money. :D
Wow i like luna celestia cadence flurry heart and princess twilight sparkle you should try the shooting star
Wow cool t-shirt
Hey, have you ever seen the Best MLP voices and musicals in foreign languages? Theres only a compilation for the first three seasons, but I(and quite a few others) found them quite entertaining. They might be worth a reaction, unless you've already seen them.
Imagine suing someone because they made a beautiful fan animation of your show, bs.
how did i end up here?
Cool😀😀😀
You should watch confrontation if you haven't yet.
Yessss new video
Applegeek are you going to react to Epic Spike by Tronoid??
Deep
yeeeeeeeeeeees finely
You should react to the Nightfalls Studios Bloopers; they're hilarious!
yaaay i was waiting to see if you wud react to this XP
would u watch the rap battle between celestia and Luna? its pretty good