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Spike might not get much notice in Canterlot. But in the Crystal Empire, he’s everyone’s hero. Though Princess Cadance might think he’s getting a little too playful.
Don’t worry, Cadance. Your subjects really love Spike – and Spike really loves them. And their love makes the Empire stronger than ever! Spike is just giving his little friends a little adventure, and giving you a friendly reminder that he’s the power behind your throne. Even if something does go wrong, it will be fixed by the next episode!
Art by Rai-kun.

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Starponys87
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Friends with Autism
@Background Pony #FBCB
Of course, to depict that, the drawing would have to be very different. Spike would have to be so big that the mountains would be more like little bumps, rather than something he could rest his head on. Also, I might need a more extreme close-up to maintain a clear view of the city.
Background Pony #FBCB
Good god yes
He should have been even bigger, so the City could rest comfortably between his toes without him having to hold it with them., like a bit of toelint.
Starponys87
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Friends with Autism
@Background Pony #36B8
Not everything has to be sexualized, you know. The girls in Equestria Girls wear miniskirts, and you know that many older men are attracted to that. That doesn’t mean they have to fantasize about dating underage girls (though Sunset Shimmer and company could be 18 or 19).
(I should have said “cutest way”.)
Starponys87
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@Wayneponeth
In all, I really loved showing the citizens of the Crystal Empire literally looking up to Spike. Shining Armor and Cadance will definitely give him the credit he deserves now, for how he’s been by Twilight’s side and how he helped establish peace with the dragons and the changelings.
And, yeah – virtually any monster thinking of attacking a city is going to freak out to find that a far bigger creature is playfully holding it between his toes. It also doubles as a way to playfully tease the royals for the times Spike seemed invisible to them.
Although not officially a royal, giant Spike loves to call himself an “honorary prince”. He’s not asking for an official title; he doesn’t want to feel like a usurper. He just wants the royals to feel that their titles mean nothing without his love and care.
In all, I feel this picture expresses the fulfillment of poetic justice for someone who shouldn’t have to feel like an underdog. It’s not just a macro picture; it plays to some of my deepest emotions about friendship.
Starponys87
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@Background Pony #E3A8
If you want to know what I think, the show has had some moments that are clearly less appropriate than my picture. For example, Pinkie Pie hugging and putting her face against Applejack’s butt: https://derpibooru.org/images/1554489. Also, you might remember the dakimakura of Daring Do tied up: https://www.deviantart.com/greenmachine987/art/Tied-Up-Daring-Do-Pillow-628095435. Finally, Spike used to sleep with a Rarity doll: https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gsgX6_CG1Xc/maxresdefault.jpg.
As for me, all I show is a foot holding a city. Moreover, I feel that most people on the beach, regardless of age, wear far too little. Therefore, I feel my picture is within the standards generally considered appropriate for children.
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@Starponys87
Of course he is conceited. He is now so big he can take on any villains trying to take over the Crystal Empire. I mean imagine King Sombra’s reaction to having to defeat two giant dragon toes. :P
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@Starponys87
holy fucking shit do not show this to a child it is fetishy as hell (despite featuring an adolescent character, which immaculately makes the thought even scarier)
Starponys87
Lunar Supporter - Helped forge New Lunar Republic's freedom in the face of the Solar Empire's oppressive tyrannical regime (April Fools 2023).
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@Wayneponeth
I really enjoy how Cadance’s expression came out. She doesn’t know if she should be terrified or not. She trusts Spike’s intentions, but the back of her mind still feels she needs to call all the Elements and their bearers.
To be fair, Spike does look a little conceited. Without the context of how kind and sensitive he truly is, you would probably fear him as a destroyer of worlds. (He would never play monster like that unless he was dead certain he could magically undo the damage and avoid killing anyone. After all, he’s not the kind who could look at a pile of dead bodies without breaking into tears. In the case of the Crystal Empire, the love between Spike and Cadance’s subjects offers extra protection, whatever landscape he walks on.)
Starponys87
Lunar Supporter - Helped forge New Lunar Republic's freedom in the face of the Solar Empire's oppressive tyrannical regime (April Fools 2023).
Princess of Love - Extra special version for those who participated in the Canterlot Wedding 10th anniversary event by contributing art.
Elements of Harmony - Had an OC in the 2022 Community Collab
Twinkling Balloon - Took part in the 2021 community collab.
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Friends with Autism
@Altair the dragon-horse
Ironically, I am on the spectrum. In my situation, macro and feet go together largely because I’m fascinated by using the toes as a measure of scale. (Still, this drawing is just supposed to be something I can show a child.)
Starponys87
Lunar Supporter - Helped forge New Lunar Republic's freedom in the face of the Solar Empire's oppressive tyrannical regime (April Fools 2023).
Princess of Love - Extra special version for those who participated in the Canterlot Wedding 10th anniversary event by contributing art.
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Twinkling Balloon - Took part in the 2021 community collab.
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Friends with Autism
@Altair the dragon-horse
“Fetish” and such are tags that other people put in. This is just meant to be an innocent drawing – something that could easily pass in a kids’ show. You might be surprised how hard it was for me to find a great artist who would do this kind of drawing with a little dragon boy (even though he might be 18 or older, since his age is vague).