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QuestionHow do I choose the right colors for my pony?Community AnswerJust use colors that go well with you're pony's name, characteristics, and cutie mark. For example, a pony named Midnight Sky who loves night should have dark colors like black, blue, and purple. A water-loving pony named River Dream should have watery themed colors like blue, turquoise, and white. Just be creative! If you can't think of colors you like that go with them, just use your favorite colors.
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QuestionCan you suggest any good names for music ponies?Community AnswerJust think of music vocabulary. For example, names like Treble Note or Harpstrings would be good. Pick a name related to the pony's cutie mark.
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QuestionI'm not very good at drawing ponies. What should I do?Community AnswerLook up reference photos or tutorials for help.You could always trace the base of a pony's body from online or from a coloring book so that you don't have to worry about getting the entire thing just right and can practice perfecting the face first.
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QuestionCan you suggest a good name for a shadow pony?Community AnswerTry a name that uses dark weather or color images, with words like "Cloud," "Storm," "Dark," "Dusk, "Shade," or "Fog." You can look up other words in a dictionary or thesaurus that relate to shadows, or you can choose a name that's based more on your pony's background or interests. It's totally up to you!
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QuestionHow do I make a background story behind the pony?Community AnswerThink of your pony's character and decide on events that shaped her character into what it is. You can also think about who your pony is related to and how that affected her.
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QuestionIs DollDivine available on an Insignia tablet?Community AnswerIf it has Flash player it should work. If not, download the app "Puffin Browser," which has Flash, and use that to access DollDivine.
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QuestionWill General Zoi's Pony Creator give me a virus if I use it?GarrettTop AnswererThere hasn't been a history of users acquiring a computer virus from General Zoi's Pony Creator, but you should probably look for reviews or recommendations from people who have used it.
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QuestionWhy does Pinkie Pie talk so fast?Community AnswerShe consumes a lot of sugar and is excited most of the time.
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QuestionWhat do I do if I am creating a pony and I need an eye template or image, but there isn't any and I can't draw them?Community AnswerTrace one from a coloring book, poster, picture book, etc.
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QuestionWhat other Pony websites can I go to besides Pony Lumen on an Acer tablet?Community AnswerGo to DollDivine and play General Zoi or Hasbro's game. Play around with the pony until you find something you like. On General Zoi, you can go on paint and make a cutie mark or download a picture and put it on your creation.
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QuestionI have 2 - 3 OC ideas for my pony, but everyone says it's a Mary Sue. What do I do?GarrettTop AnswererAsk them why they think so. Hammer down what makes your character a "Mary Sue," and work on fleshing out your character from there.
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QuestionHow do I make an alicorn?Community AnswerAll you have to do is add wings and a horn to the pony's body. If you have trouble deciding what design to use for the horn and wings, then you can look up reference photos or tutorials online. General Zoi's game on Doll Divine has a lot of interesting designs for wings and horns as well as hairstyles.
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QuestionHow can I make an OC with a tragic backstory but not make it a Mary Sue?Flowery MoonlightCommunity AnswerAdd in some flaws. Maybe your pony has anger issues, or maybe she has trust issues due to some tragic event from her past.
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QuestionI want to become a good animator and drawer but, I don't have the money to take art classes. Does anyone have any ideas on how I can practice making MLPs without using bases or spending real money?GarrettTop AnswererStart small. Try drawing with a reference, then gradually leave your comfort zone. Experiment; try new things you haven't before. If you are aching to be an animator or artist, ask friends who are artistically inclined to help you out. Check out art books from the library. Watch animation tutorials online (or drawing tutorials, for that matter).
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QuestionWhat's a good name for a tailor pony?Community AnswerSomething related to sewing or clothes, like "Neat Stitch" or "Perfect Fit," might work.
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QuestionIs Snowdust Starr a good name for a light blue-maned and white-colored Pegasus female? Her cutie mark is a snowflake. I want her to be an Alicorn since she's my main OC.GarrettTop AnswererIt's a fine name. However, using only the barest of descriptions, many people are likely to perceive your character as a Mary-Sue, especially if it is an Alicorn. Be prepared for that. Really think about Snowdust as a character, and use your imagination to construct her life and history. Once you have, ask yourself, "Does this fit into the world of Equestria?" If the answer is no, continue working on it until you have a satisfactory backstory.
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QuestionHow can I make a good color scheme for my original character?Community AnswerLook at all of the G4 ponies. Notice the color variations. There isn't a rule for color schemes, so you can come up with anything. Choose the colors you like the most or the ones that help the OC survive in its environment.
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QuestionIf I can't draw online, can I just draw a picture of my original character on paper?Community AnswerOf course, but make sure to draw and color it in neatly. Also, if you're going to take a picture, make sure you have good lighting and a good camera.
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QuestionWhy do most people dislike alicorns?Community AnswerThe main reason why most people in the MLP fandom don't like alicorns is that they've become saturated and overused. There are many other reasons, but that is the main one that I've noticed.
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QuestionWhat should I do when I start to get lazy with my drawings?Community AnswerI get lazy with my drawings all the time... just have fun! Don't spend hours deciding what to draw, just choose a design and go for it. If you're bored with drawing ponies, draw something else for a while and come back to the ponies later.
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QuestionAm I supposed to download General Zoi's game?Community AnswerYou can if you have an Android tablet or phone. If you're using a computer, simply look up General Zoi's Pony Maker -- there should be a game on Deviant Art.
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QuestionWhat if my pony looks too similar to an official character?Community AnswerIt's okay to have inspiration from an official character, but make sure you change it enough so that people can't recognize it as that official character. If the color schemes are too similar, maybe change the shade of the color.
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QuestionAm I allowed to make my OC related to any of the already-existing characters? (Ex. Give Scoot-a-loo a sister or Pinkie Pie a mom?)Community AnswerHaving a relative of a canon character should be fine as long as it fits with the actual canon of the show. For example, you can't give Scoot-a-loo a sister who apparently experienced the Babs Seed episode without any mention in the show. Don't be afraid to go wild with reasons why your OC has never been in the show, however.
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QuestionHow do I make a dark pony from the shadow realm?Community AnswerMake him/her dark colored, and have a brooding or sarcastic personality.
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QuestionHow can I draw a pony? It is very difficult for me.GarrettTop AnswererTry checking out this article right here on wikiHow for starters. The Tutorials section of Equestria Daily also has a vast library of instructional guides for specific drawing tasks.
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QuestionHow do I tell if something is acceptable for a fanfic?Community AnswerWell, it's fanfiction. You can write whatever you want. I have seen extremely dark and extremely happy fanfics, but no matter what you do, you will probably get hate. That's just how it works, unfortunately. Make sure to use proper grammar, be descriptive (show, don't tell), and think back to your high school English courses.
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QuestionCan I print ponies on General Zoi's pony creator?Raspberry AlmondCommunity AnswerNo, I have tried it before. However, you can download your pony and save it to the gallery.
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QuestionWhat if I'm drawing a pony representing me, but can't think of a perfect name?GarrettTop AnswererConsider your likes and interests. Think of things that you enjoy doing, then look online for descriptive words synonymous with that subject. You may also want to consider the cutie mark and design of your pony. Sometimes the name of a pony is reflective of occupation, sometimes it isn't. If you want the name to have more than one word, try selecting words that pair together smoothly and sensibly. If you are still stumped, try asking online communities for suggestions.
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QuestionIs there any software that would help?Community AnswerAny digital drawing software like FireAlpaca would work. If you can't sketch the pony, you will be able to find hundreds of bases (ponies without hair or cutie marks). Just import the base you want into the program, and you should be good to go.
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QuestionCan I do anime style eyes for my My Little Pony original character? How do I draw the character's neck and legs correctly?Community AnswerAs long as your character is original, then of course you can incorporate other art styles into your pony. And try to make a list of the scaling for your character, and then look at the other characters in the show for realistic reference. For example, if you want your pony OC to be very tall and thin, then you won't want to use a head that would be too large. Or if you already have the head drawn, then try to draw the character's neck and legs in a scale similar to that head so it won't look lopsided.
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