I like pandas.

Doodle a day #3, Lyra Heartstrings.

Now now, don’t give me that look. I have nothing against Lyra, I actually think she’s rather adorable. But I was rewatching Friendship is Magic Part 1, and the shocked look on her face after Twilight just ran past her, along with the revelation in Amending Fences that they were friends once made me go with a more downtrodden, dejected look. I mean, really Twilight, forget Moondancer, how could you treat Lyra that way? 

In my head, this doodle takes place sometime after Nightmare Moon, and before she met her new BFF Bon Bon Sweetie Drops. Cheer up Lyra, better things are right around the corner.

Doodle a day #4. Huh? Who’s that? Oh, Amethyst Star, Ponyville’s event planner and organizer before a certain purple egghead came to town. Did you catch her in the beginning of Friendship is Magic: Part 1, right next to Lyra? Boy, do these ponies get around.

Doodle a day #5, Spike!

Officially, screw all y’all Spike haters. I like the little guy, especially in the earlier seasons. He added some much needed snark. His standalone episodes seem to be the writers’ way of venting frustration by taking it all out on him, which is unfortunate. There’s a reason he’s Twilight’s number one faithful assistant and friend, they’re both at their best when they’re together. Maybe Season 6 will finally give him the respect he deserves.

Well, I can hope.

Doodle a day #6, Berry Punch.

Ponyville’s thirstiest resident, and patron palliative pony of many a pastel equine enthusiast, Berry just seems like a really fun gal. 

Doodle a day #7, Cherry Berry!

Okay, yes, she’s basically a Berry Punch palette swap, but she’s also Ponyville’s only earth pony pilot! That’s a pretty amazing achievement in a society where the flying is generally left up to only one race. 

Huh, now that I think about it, I wonder if they’re related? The Berry Sisters. Yeah, that’s my headcanon now.

Doodle a day #8, Carrot Top Golden Harvest.

Honestly, I don’t know much about her. But supposedly she’s got quite a few fans, and I do like earth ponies. Her mane design is actually rather unique, considering how little we see of her. Maybe we’ll get another Slice of Life-type episode next season…

Doodle a day #9, Big Macintosh.

Everyone’s favorite big brother, and overall amazing stallion. It’s a shame there are so few positive male role models in this show, but Big Mac is a standout. He’s calm, stoic, dependable, and a bit shy, but he’ll do anything for family. Sometimes he doesn’t know his own strength though.