Ah, My Little Pony. Don’t let the pretty colors and catchy songs fool you. We are getting serious today. This will go deeper than Pinkie Pie into cake batter. We will discuss romance and pony drama. Equestria has tangled relationships. Let’s find out who likes whom, who is married, and who has foals.
Twilight Sparkle: A Princess, A Scholar, And Apparently, A Heartbreaker?
Our smart protagonist, Twilight Sparkle, is not just about books. Love has caught her eye a few times. Let’s check Twilight’s romantic history.
Flash Sentry: The Pony and Human Heartthrob
First, there’s Flash Sentry. He exists as both a pony and a human. Twilight is attracted to him in both worlds. In My Little Pony Equestria Girls, Twilight crushes on human Flash Sentry. It’s like destiny or good hair. Pony Twilight also finds pony Flash charming. So, whether it’s hooves or hands, Flash grabs Twilight’s attention. Is he just charismatic? His guitar skills? The true magic might remain a mystery, but Twilight’s feelings are clear. Check out the Relationships page on the My Little Pony Wiki for more pony lore.
Timber Spruce: Camp Crush Chronicles
Then there’s Timber Spruce. Summer camp romance blooms when Twilight visits Camp Everfree. Something about the outdoors, shared s’mores, or Timber’s campfire skills sparks her interest. Timber made an impression on our studious princess. It offers her a break from her usual scrolls. A little romance in the woods is a nice change of pace.
King Sombra: A Shadowy Secret Affair?
This one is a bit spicy. King Sombra, the shadowy villain, might have a secret love affair with Twilight. In fan circles, whispers suggest this romance exists. Imagine a sneaky night of romance where they think of confessing to their friends. Talk about an awkward chat. While this is fan-speculation, every villain deserves love—or maybe Twilight likes bad boys? We won’t judge her choices.
Marriage Material? The Twilight Sparkle Wedding Watch
With these romantic interests, is Twilight planning a wedding soon? In the main My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic series, the answer is no. Twilight is not married. She serves as a princess, a ruler, a friend. Marriage probably isn’t on her list right now. However, her romantic link to Flash Sentry occurs in the Equestria Girls spin-off. Fans have even animated their wedding. If the show won’t offer it, fans will create it. For more on our favorite purple pony, visit Twilight Sparkle on Wikipedia.
Love and Marriage: Pony Style – Who’s Hitched in Equestria?
Twilight’s love life is full of maybes. What about other characters in the Mane Six? Let’s look into the marital status of our ponies. Even cartoon horses have relationship milestones.
Applejack: Apple of Whose Eye?
Ah, Applejack. Honest and hard-working. Some hint she might be married to Rainbow Dash. In “The Last Problem,” fans see strong hints they tied the knot. The fandom runs with “AppleDash.” Some write human Applejack marrying Sunset Shimmer in fanfiction. So, whether it’s a rainbow-haired Pegasus or fiery Sunset, Applejack loves many.
Fluttershy: Discord’s Better Half?
Fluttershy and Discord form an unusual pair. She loves animals, while he is chaos incarnate. Many fans want to see them together. Their relationship is a classic example of opposites attracting. The show does not confirm it, but fans perceive romance between them. Some depict them as married in fanfiction. Others imagine Fluttershy marrying Discord after a pony war. Speculation fuels interpretation and strengthens their odd-couple romance.
Pinkie Pie: Say “Cheese”!
Pinkie Pie, the ultimate party pony, found her match in Cheese Sandwich. Their sweet union is confirmed in the series finale. They marry and have a son named Li’l Cheese. Pinkie’s life partner keeps up with her joyful chaos. It makes perfect sense in her world.
Rarity: Diamonds Are a Pony’s Best Friend (But Maybe Not Husbands?)
Rarity, the fashionable pony, has many admirers. From Prince Blueblood to Fancy Pants, and even Spike. But officially, she’s single. “Sparity” is a popular pairing but unconventional. The Last Problem hints Rarity might actually be married to Applejack. It might be open to interpretation, but the clues exist. Rarity’s true love might not be a fancy prince but an earthy apple farmer.
Rainbow Dash: Flying into the Sunset with Applejack?
Rainbow Dash gets the implied marriage treatment in “The Last Problem.” Yes, with Applejack! “AppleDash” gains traction, even without wedding bells. The show hints at deeper feelings between them. Maybe they were more than friends all along? Who knew a farmer and a flyer could make such a romantic pair?
Sunset Shimmer: Human Applejack’s Sunset?
Sunset Shimmer, reformed from Equestria Girls, also intertwines with Applejack. Some fanfiction depicts Sunset marrying human Applejack. Looks like the Applejack charm crosses worlds and species. Fans love to explore alternative realities, and this pairing holds appeal. The fandom thrives on infinite creative possibilities.
Shining Armor and Princess Cadance: Royal Wedding Bliss
Don’t overlook Shining Armor and Princess Cadance. They are happily married with a romance needing no fanfiction. Their love story anchors the series, representing true pony bliss.
Princess Luna: Nightmare Moon, Single and Ready to… Rule the Night?
Princess Luna, or Nightmare Moon, is confirmed to be unmarried in My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic. Her time is devoted to royalty and centuries of regret. Luna seems focused on ruling the night.
Duties and personal growth take priority. Romance can wait. Being a moon princess is a full-time job.
Apple Bloom: Snails, Really?
Apple Bloom has a strange romantic pairing in fan art. She’s shown marrying Snails. Really? It’s fan art. Maybe it’s opposites attract, or simply a joke. Either way, fan interpretations can be unexpected.
Foal Play: Pony Progeny and Fan-Made Families
What about foals? Do our favorite ponies have children? Let’s explore the kid situation in Equestria and beyond.
Twilight Sparkle: Mommy Sparkle?
Does Twilight Sparkle have a daughter? According to the My Little Pony: A New Generation movie, she has a daughter named Moon Eclipse. The movie is set in the future. It implies Twilight eventually became a mom. Fans imagine her as a parent too. A popular idea is Harmony, her fan-created daughter. Harmony is a half-pony, half-dragon hybrid with two horns, dragon wings, and magic. In fanfiction, anything is possible.
Pinkie Pie: Li’l Cheese, Big Fun
Pinkie Pie has a foal in the series finale. Li’l Cheese, son of Pinkie and Cheese Sandwich, is canon! We see him as a little colt. He likely inherits his parents’ love for parties and cheese puns. Li’l Cheese proves Pinkie’s joyful chaos passes to the next generation.
Applejack: Apple-Dash Offspring?
If Applejack and Rainbow Dash are married, do they have kids? Some fanfiction says yes! Zap Appledash and Nickajack appear as their fan-created foals. “AppleDash” is a popular pairing, so fans imagine their family life. Adorable kids with rainbow manes and apple cheeks abound.
Rarity: Twins and… Arse Whole?
Rarity’s family life in fanfiction is interesting. In the “Chromeverse,” Rarity is married to Thunderlane. They have three kids. Identical twins Rhondolite and Rhodonite, and an older son named Arse Whole. Yes, really. This name seems like a fan joke or unfortunate choice. Fanfiction can be wild.
Sunset Shimmer: A Bonfire of Children?
Sunset Shimmer, married to human Applejack in fanfiction, has a fan-created family too. She has two daughters, Caramel Bonfire and Sunset Phoenix, and a son named Applesteam. Those names are creative. Fanfiction writers really love unique and pun-inspired pony foals. Imagination knows no bounds.
Flash Sentry: The Man, The Pony, The Ex
Flash Sentry is key in Twilight’s romantic life. This guy figures into her story in both pony and human versions. He’s Twilight Sparkle’s love interest across universes. But there’s more to Flash than being Twilight’s crush.
Sunset Shimmer’s Ex: Awkward!
In Equestria Girls, Rarity reveals Flash Sentry is Sunset Shimmer’s ex. They broke up “a few weeks ago.” How awkward! Just imagine Twilight crushing on him, only to learn he has history with her previous bully. It’s a small world, even in alternate dimensions. This adds complexity to the Flash-Twilight-Sunset dynamic.
Beyond the Obvious: Other Pony Passions and Preferences
We’ve mentioned major couples and crushes, but more romantic tidbits exist. Little sparks of affection add flavor to Equestria’s romance stew.
Fluttershy and Discord: A Chaotic Kind of Love
Fluttershy and Discord’s relationship is often seen as romantic. It isn’t confirmed in the series, but the hints are strong. Their dynamic features a gentle soul and chaos finding common ground. Their bond is built on understanding and a bit of reformed villainy. It resonates with many viewers.
Rainbow Dash and Soarin: A Need for Speed… and Affection?
Rainbow Dash, despite her implied marriage to Applejack, had a crush on Soarin. The feelings were mutual! “Rainbow Dash always had a crush on Soarin who eventually returned those feelings.” This crush features two ponies who love flying and Wonderbolts glory. It’s a simpler romantic interest than the Applejack situation, adding more depth to Rainbow’s history.
Sunset Shimmer: Bi and Proud?
Sunset Shimmer from the Equestria Girls series is confirmed bisexual. K. Hadley, the director, stated this. Sunset’s romantic interests aren’t limited to one gender. This brings representation to the ponyverse. It’s a subtle detail that reflects a more inclusive approach.
Applejack and Jonathan: Childhood Sweetheart?
Before Rainbow Dash or Sunset Shimmer (human), there was Jonathan. In the My Little Pony Equestria Girls: Canterlot High Tell-All (Replica Journal), Applejack mentions a crush on Jonathan. Childhood crushes exist for everyone, even ponies. Jonathan shows Applejack’s romantic history goes back further than we think.
Twilight Sparkle: The Alicorn Anchor
Twilight Sparkle is not just a romantic figure; she is a big deal in the pony world. She’s a violet alicorn, a princess, and the main character of My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic and Equestria Girls. She’s the anchor of the franchise, the pony we follow on her journey of friendship, magic, and a surprisingly complex romantic life. Twilight and her friends show that relationships can be as complicated as in our own world.
A deep dive reveals romantic entanglements in My Little Pony characters. From canon couples to fan fantasies, Equestria is surprisingly romantic. Now, I think I need to write some pony fanfiction myself. Perhaps a Fluttershy-Discord wedding with Pinkie Pie as planner? The possibilities are endless!
