The Brony Survival Guide

Chapter 3: Ponyville

Written By Jlargent

Me: Here we go with chapter four of this helpful guide. And to those of you that pointed out that Prince Blueblood is a Unicorn instead of an Alicorn I apologize, I neglected that detail until you pointed it out.

This chapter will cover Ponyville and the history surrounding it, in order to understand this I am also including the founding of Equestria and Ponyville, I shall also include a few things as well such as holidays and types of food and drink available.

Part one: The founding of Equestria.

Long ago Earth ponies, Pegasai, and Unicorns lived in separate tribes and had a long standing rivalry between each other since Pegasai controlled the weather and Unicorns used magic while Earth ponies were treated as second class citizens. Eventually, this rivalry grew to the point that war was about to erupt, but a sudden winter storm struck all three tribes ruining crops and bringing famine.

In desperation for a solution a representative from each tribe met with each other to try and find the source of the malady but the they blamed each other for the weather and it was un resolved, so each representative set out to find a new homeland for their respective tribes. The Unicorn representative Princess Platinum and her advisor Clover the Clever set out first, the Earth pony representative Chancellor Puddinghead and her secretary Smart Cookie followed soon afterward, and finally the Pegasai representative Commander Hurricane and her subordinate Private Pansy left to find a new home.

Eventually all three discovered what is soon to be Equestria but unfortunately all three representatives founded their ownership over the land at the exact same time, this led to bickering and arguing over who actually laid claim to the land and much to their shock the freezing winter that they were trying to escape somehow followed them, to escape the freezing cold representatives and their compatriots sought shelter in a cave where they continued their argument.

The icy cold sought it's way into the cave and covered the cave in thick ice and kept creeping its way inward and the representatives were too absorbed in their arguing and they eventually were covered in ice, their cohorts weren't like the representatives and discovered that a group of foul creatures called Windigoes were to blame for the eternal winter, the more hate that is present the colder they become the three cohorts started to talk before they started to turn to ice and found that they have a lot in common, and before Clover the Clever's horn could be engulfed in ice a sudden burst of magic shatters the ice covering her and her newfound friends and created a burning heart that started to melt the ice in the cave. As hours went by the heat from the heart grew stronger driving the Windigoes away and melting the ice covering the representatives, and thus all three representatives came to an agreement to share the land that they discovered and Equestria was born from this union. This event is called Hearth's Warming and is one of the Equestrian Holidays in observance, more about this will be explained later on in this chapter.

Part two: The founding of Ponyville.

In the episode Family Appreciation Day Granny Smith tells the class that she and her family were "pilgrim ponyfolk" who traveled and collected seeds. In her story, "the Smith family" reach Canterlot and come across Princess Celestia, who stops to see their seed collection, and notices they're tired from searching for a home. She directs them to the land next to the Everfree Forest where they build their first home and plant their first orchard, but since orchards don't grow overnight their food runs scarce. Despite the dangers of the Everfree Forest, Granny Smith decides to venture into it in search of food, and comes across a zap apple tree. At this point, a pack of timberwolves begin to howl and chase after her. Granny Smith runs back to her house and begins clanging a metal pan, which drives the timberwolves away. They take the seeds from the zap apples, and plant them in their orchard–the seeds magically grew into full size trees in an instant.

Granny Smith then creates jam from the zap apples and eventually other settlers came and they grew to the point of where an actual town was formed and thus Ponyville was born.

Food and drinks.

Since the majority of the population of Equestria are ponies then it would be safe to assume that the majority of their diet are plants, so you'll have to change your dietary habits since eating meat of any kind would be viewed as cannibalism. Fruits and vegetables are available such as apples or celery so you don't have to worry about eating anything unfamiliar, in addition sweets such as cake and ice cream.

Now for drinks are similar to that of Earth but minus any alcoholic beverages such as beer or wine. It is a kids show after all.

Familiar Locals.

If you're going to live in Ponyville you should know your way throughout the town. So it would be a good idea to learn where certain places are, also since Ponyville is the home of the main cast knowing where they live and work would be a good idea as well.

First off, there is Ponyville Library where Twilight Sparkle lives after being assigned by Princess Celestia to stay and send her reports on friendship. I suggest going there first since the knowledge within the books there could be of some use.

Next is Sweet Apple Acres, home to the Apple Family for generations, working on the farm will not only get you a free meal and a place to sleep but the Apple Family is one of the most hard working families in all of Equestria.

Rarity's Boutique is next on our tour, if you need a set of clothes then you should head here since Rarity would love a challenge creating clothing for you.

Sugarcube Corner is where Pinkie Pie lives and works as well as the Cake Family, if you need a quick bite to eat or want Pinkie to plan a party then this place is for you.

Fluttershy's Cottage lies near Everfree Forest and is where she can tend to the animals there. If you are injured in anyway then Fluttershy can patch you up for the most part until you can go to the hospital.

And finally Rainbow Dash lives in Cloudsdale so you won't see her around Ponyville unless she is on weather patrol or practicing her tricks.

Holidays.

There's plenty to see and do while in Ponyville but you really need to know when certain events take place here's what you need to know.

Summer Sun Celebration: This event marks the beginning of summer, every year Princess Celestia raises the sun marking the longest day of the year.

Winter Wrap up: This marks the end of winter and the beginning of spring. Unicorns are encouraged not to use magic during this time since it is traditional to do things without the use of magic in any form.

Iron Pony Competition: Similar to the Iron Man Competition ponies compete in a series of events to test their skills and stamina.

Running of the Leaves: This event is simply a race through Whitetail Woods to make the leaves fall to the ground, it also marks the start of autumn.

Best Young Flyer Competition: This event is held in Cloudsdale and Pegasai compete in a series of tests to see who is the best.

Grand Galloping Gala: Easily the most social event held in Canterlot and is held within the royal palace. Dinner and dancing is held here every year.

Nightmare Night: This event is similar to Halloween on Earth so grab a costume and go trick or treating to your heart's content.

Sisterhood Social: An event celebrating the bond of sisterhood, there's games and prizes awarded to sisters that compete in the events.

Hearts and Hooves: Similar to Valentine's Day on Earth it is a perfect day to either confess or marry that special love.

Hearth's Warming: Similar to Christmas Day on Earth it is a time to be with friends and pseudo family in Equestria. The night before the palace holds an annual play on the founding of Equestria and is the biggest production in the castle.

I hope that this chapter provides you with all the answers you need the next chapter will cover the Mane 6 and their history.

Me: Please keep the reviews coming! I appreciate any and all ideas that you may have.

As always Hoody Hoo!