>>42330824That's why I keep saying it makes more sense that S1E2 works better as a finale.
>S1E1: Twilight is worried about NMM returning, but her careful calculations are off by one, so it ends up being a false alarm and the SSC goes off without a hitch.>[the rest of S1 happens]>S1E26: The mares who will become the Bearers, but are currently nobodies, attend the GGG and get BTFO, learning that it is their friendship that is really important.>S1E2: NMM abducts Celestia and the Mane Six rise to the occasion.This way Blueblood is rejecting another tart in a fancy dress, not the Element of Generosity. Ponies are avoiding a madmare who probably had too much to drink, and not the Element of Laughter. The captain of the Wonderbolts is dealing with another over-eager wannabe, not the Element of Loyalty. Et Cetera.