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The Return of Harmony Part 1[]
- Third time in the series that Meghan McCarthy isn't credited as writer and the second for a two-part season premiere. The others were series premiere of the show, and the season one finale, which was written by Amy Keating Rogers. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 05:28, April 2, 2014 (UTC)
- The first and only two-part season premiere written by a different writer besides McCarthy. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 05:28, April 2, 2014 (UTC)
- First and only time in a two-part season premiere where an antagonist is voiced by a celebrity guest. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 15:27, March 20, 2014 (UTC)
- First appearance of a male villain. (Discord) 96.38.98.48 17:34, August 22, 2012 (UTC)
- And the first time that the villain is not a pony. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 06:05, March 19, 2014 (UTC)
- First time Celestia gets angry at someone
- First episode in which Pinkie is tormented by creepy balloons with her friends' faces. As oddly specific as that may sound, it happens again in "The One Where Pinkie Pie Knows."Scrounge (talk) 06:10, November 19, 2015 (UTC)
The Return of Harmony Part 2[]
- Second time the Elements of Harmony are used to defeat an antagonist
Lesson Zero[]
- This episode features Twilight's breakdown
- First time Princess Celestia gets angry at Twilight (or a pony, for that matter)
- Each of the Mane 6 will now be writing friendship reports to Celestia
- The second episode the Apple barn gets destroyed, first was Swarm of the Century. --Mega Sean 45 (talk) 01:16, November 8, 2013 (UTC)
- The first episode in which a member of the Mane Six acts as an antagonist. --Scrounge (talk) 21:01, January 17, 2016 (UTC)
Luna Eclipsed[]
- First holiday-themed episode of the series, mostly resembling Halloween. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 01:10, March 19, 2014 (UTC)
- First episode to have one of the princesses' name in an episode title only by name (Luna) and is also the first Princess Luna episode. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 01:26, March 21, 2014 (UTC)
- First episode in the series to take place entirely at night-time. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 18:43, March 19, 2014 (UTC)
- First appearance of Luna since she was restored by the Elements of Harmony in the second episode.
- First appearance of Luna with her new look.213.154.11.25 06:20, December 7, 2012 (UTC)
- This is the second time a character's name appears in an episode title. Xeoxer (talk) 18:47, July 8, 2013 (UTC)
- the first time Star Swirl the Bearded is mentioned. Xeoxer (talk) 18:55, July 8, 2013 (UTC)
- The first episode all the main characters appear except Rarity (she was originally going to appear, but the scene got deleted). --Mega Sean 45 (talk) 01:16, November 8, 2013 (UTC)
- It wasn't deleted. It was cut from the final version due to the 22-minute time constraint. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 21:39, March 18, 2014 (UTC)
- Still counts as deleted. :P --Mega Sean 45 (talk) 05:22, March 31, 2014 (UTC)
- It wasn't deleted. It was cut from the final version due to the 22-minute time constraint. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 21:39, March 18, 2014 (UTC)
- First (all-too brief) appearance of the bat-winged Pegasi variant.--Kilmarnock228 (talk) 06:14, October 20, 2017 (UTC)
Sisterhooves Social[]
- First Sweetie Belle episode in the series and the first to fully share its name with only the event of the same name. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 06:23, March 20, 2014 (UTC)
- First episode without Twilight Sparkle appearing whatsoever. Perfect Sige 00:09, March 2, 2012 (UTC)
- The first friendship report written by Rarity and Sweetie Belle.
- And the first that multiple characters are writing the report. Prince Goldstreak (talk) 16:23, November 28, 2014 (UTC)
- First episode where Spike appears without Twilight Sparkle. Seaswirl10 Talk 18:17, June 17, 2013 (UTC)
- The scene with Rarity's parents is the first time we see any of the Mane Six's parents outside of a flashback.Raymondluxuryacht (talk) 03:50, July 13, 2013 (UTC)
- The first episode Sweetie Belle cries. --Mega Sean 45 (talk) 01:16, November 8, 2013 (UTC)
- Only episode where Spike has a speaking role but Twilight Sparkle does not. --Raymondluxuryacht (talk) 04:19, February 2, 2014 (UTC)
- No longer true. "For Whom the Sweetie Belle Toils" now shares this distinction. - Raymondluxuryacht (talk) 19:24, April 5, 2014 (UTC)
- This is the first time where Apple Bloom and Sweetie Belle appear without Scootaloo. - Marigoldia (talk) 03:10 February 28, 2021 (UTC)
The Cutie Pox[]
- This episode is the first indicator of any known diseases of Equestria; despite the book's dated appearance, it reveals insight into a disease is actually uncommon, and proves that diseases were almost entirely eradicated before their time (Lunar Rebellion) , or were almost nonexistant, or diseases aren't plot related .
- When Applebloom took a portion of the mystical plant Zecora collected, this is the first instance of her being dishonest.
- The first friendship report written by a character not within the main six.Perfect Sige (talk) 23:49, June 26, 2013 (UTC)
- First episode where Big McIntosh is called "Big Mac". - Jasonbres (talk) 00:53, January 12, 2014 (UTC)
- The first episode when all the main cast appears except Fluttershy. --Mega Sean 45 (talk) 19:04, July 6, 2014 (UTC)
- The second episode when Apple Bloom has fake cutie marks, with first being Call of the Cutie. --Mega Sean 45 (talk) 04:05, March 29, 2015 (UTC)
- Second episode with Zecora and Apple Bloom bonding after Bridle Gossip. --Mega Sean 45 (talk) 04:05, March 29, 2015 (UTC)
May the Best Pet Win![]
- First episode to have an exclamation mark in its title. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 07:50, March 20, 2014 (UTC)
- First duet in the series. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 06:06, March 24, 2014 (UTC)
- This episode marks the first time Rainbow Dash makes a friendship report, and Tank debuts in this episode as well.96.38.98.48 17:32, August 22, 2012 (UTC)
- First episode to only feature the Mane Six, not including pets.--Oh what beauty of a rose, to grace the eyes and charm the nose...~~SEGASister 22:52, January 31, 2014 (UTC)
The Mysterious Mare Do Well[]
- First superhero-themed episode in the series. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 02:59, March 19, 2014 (UTC)
- First episode that features infant ponies. Perfect Sige (talk) 14:24, November 2, 2012 (UTC)
- First episode featuring Scootaloo that doesn't feature Sweetie Belle. Perfect Sige (talk) 14:24, November 2, 2012 (UTC)
- That doesn't feature both Apple Bloom and Sweetie Belle. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 14:06, March 19, 2014 (UTC)
- The first episode that has the same character centered around two episodes in a row. --Mega Sean 45 (talk) 01:16, November 8, 2013 (UTC)
- Referring to Rainbow Dash. 15:34, March 19, 2014 (UTC)
Sweet and Elite[]
- Second episode in which one of the Mane 6 has their birthday celebrated. For this episode, it was Twilight Sparkle's. The first one being Pinkie Pie's in "Party of One". Prince Silversaddle (talk) 19:14, March 19, 2014 (UTC)
- Fleetfoot's second appearance after "The Best Night Ever" and the first where she's mentioned by name. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 08:17, March 24, 2014 (UTC)
- First appearance of Fancy Pants. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 06:14, March 24, 2014 (UTC)
- Second episode to feature a Rarity song after "Suited For Success". Prince Silversaddle (talk) 06:14, March 24, 2014 (UTC)
- First episode in Canterlot where Twilight Sparkle is not seen with any princess. http://i.imgur.com/GjzTyYh.gif Seaswirl10 Talk 15:55, October 12, 2013 (UTC)
- Second episode in which all of the Mane 6, except Spike, makes an appearance. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 05:32, March 19, 2014 (UTC)
- The second episode when Photo Finish, Hoity Toity, and Sapphire Shores appear. --Mega Sean 45 (talk) 01:16, November 8, 2013 (UTC)
Secret of My Excess[]
- Second Rarity and Spike episode in the series, even though its not heavily focused on both of them. The first being "A Dog and Pony Show". Prince Silversaddle (talk) 16:32, March 21, 2014 (UTC)
- Third episode in which a member of the mane cast has their birthday celebrated. In this episode, it was Spike's. This is also the only episode to be birthday-themed back-to-back with the previous episode in a single season. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 19:14, March 19, 2014 (UTC)
- The first friendship report written by Spike.
- But wasn't that in Owl's Well That Ends Well? Even though he fell asleep before he finished...213.154.11.25 06:21, December 7, 2012 (UTC)
- That doesn't count since it's an incomplete friendship report. --Prince Goldstreak (talk) 16:09, December 8, 2014 (UTC)
- But wasn't that in Owl's Well That Ends Well? Even though he fell asleep before he finished...213.154.11.25 06:21, December 7, 2012 (UTC)
- Lyra and Bonbon's love for one another is slightly canon; In the background, they seem like they are about to kiss, when Derpy Hooves comes between them
- I wouldn't say that. Looks can be deceiving. Maybe those two were sharing a secret until Derpy showed up. :3 --Mega Sean 45 (talk) 04:08, July 5, 2014 (UTC)
- Spike confesses his love for Rarity
Hearth's Warming Eve[]
- Second holiday-themed episode, mostly resembling Christmas. First being "Luna Eclipsed". Prince Silversaddle (talk) 01:10, March 19, 2014 (UTC)
- First time Spike sings, though technically a choir is heard, and his voice isn't heard clearly when that happens. Fear Not! (talk) 20:47, August 6, 2012 (UTC)
- First time a minor antagonist is destroyed (although this occurred in the past).
- This is the last episode to air in the new millennium, 2011. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Keylonrocks (talk • contribs)
- The third episode Spike is an announcer / narrator. First episode was Fall Weather Friends and second was Suited for Success. --Mega Sean 45 (talk) 01:16, November 8, 2013 (UTC)
- The second episode showing Jet Set and Upper Crust. --Mega Sean 45 (talk) 01:16, November 8, 2013 (UTC)
Family Appreciation Day[]
- The first episode with only one character of the main cast appearing (in this case Applejack). Xeoxer 19:38, March 3, 2012 (UTC)
- With the exception of Sweetie Belle and the ones in the flashback, no other unicorns make an appearance. http://i.imgur.com/GjzTyYh.gif Seaswirl10 Talk 16:11, October 12, 2013 (UTC)
- The first episode with Granny Smith as a main character. --Mega Sean 45 (talk) 01:16, November 8, 2013 (UTC)
- This is the first episode to air in the new millennium, 2012. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Keylonrocks (talk • contribs)
- Third episode to show legible text. The words "Ponyville", "Canterlot", and "Everfree Forest" can be seen on the map Granny Smith shows the class. - Jasonbres (talk) 15:18, August 8, 2014 (UTC)
Baby Cakes[]
- Second time a supporting/secondary character's birthday is mentioned or celebrated; in this episode, it was Pound Cake and Pumpkin Cake. The first being Pinkie Pie's pet alligator in "Party of One". Prince Silversaddle (talk) 03:10, March 21, 2014 (UTC)
- The first friendship report written by Pinkie Pie.
- First time Mr. and Mrs. Cake's full names were mentioned (Cupcake and Carrot Cake).
The Last Roundup[]
- Third episode in which all of the Mane 6, except Spike, makes an appearance. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 05:32, March 19, 2014 (UTC)
- Third time a supporting/secondary character's birthday is mentioned or celebrated; in this episode, it was Post Haste. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 03:17, March 21, 2014 (UTC)
- Second episode of the Pinkie Promise. The first being in "Green Isn't Your Color". Prince Silversaddle (talk) 20:44, March 21, 2014 (UTC)
- Derpy becomes canon. 173.78.161.190 21:43, March 1, 2012 (UTC)Jonrod2020
- The first friendship report written by Applejack.
- First fourteenth episode to feature no song. User:CAPRAFILMS (talk) 00:17, October 20, 2017 (UTC)
- Applejack's only episode for this season (if you don't count The Super Speedy Cider Squeezy 6000). FirePuppy (talk) 09:47, July 30, 2018 (UTC)
The Super Speedy Cider Squeezy 6000[]
- Second to feature multiple antagonists; in this episode, a pair of brothers. The first being "A Dog and Pony Show" which had three antagonists. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 03:41, March 20, 2014 (UTC)
- First time that a numerical number is used in an episode title (6,000). Prince Silversaddle (talk) 22:05, March 18, 2014 (UTC)
- Longest episode title with the longest musical number in the series. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 06:23, March 19, 2014 (UTC)
- First antagonist and male song. Xeoxer 17:50, March 4, 2012 (UTC)
- Second antagonist (and the first episode to have two rather than just one), if you count Trixie from "Boast Busters". Prince Silversaddle (talk) 22:34, March 18, 2014 (UTC)
- The first episode when Granny Smith sings. --Mega Sean 45 (talk) 01:16, November 8, 2013 (UTC)
- Second episode to feature a song in which no member of the main six sings a single line (though Applejack, Rainbow Dash and Pinkie Pie speak) JumpingShinyFrogs (talk) 00:04, December 31, 2013 (UTC)
- Rarity appears in the episode but she doesn't speak until about 15:30 into it, ergo making it the forth episodes where she's the last member of the Mane Six to speak after Bridal Gossip, Sonic Rainboom and The Last Roundup --Jamster93 (talk) 16:52, June 7 2015 (UTC)
Read It and Weep[]
- This episode was going to be the first episode in the series to share its name with the main Pegasus character Rainbow Dash. First working title was "Reading Rainbow" (suggested by storyboarder Raven Molisee); another working title was "A Dash of Fiction" (suggested by the episode's writer Cindy Morrow). Prince Silversaddle (talk) 19:18, March 21, 2014 (UTC)
- First physical appearance of the in-verse fictional Pegasus Daring Do and the first episode to be presented in wide-screen format during her scenes. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 17:01, March 19, 2014 (UTC)
- The second episode Rainbow Dash calls Twilight an egghead, first was Fall Weather Friends. --Mega Sean 45 (talk) 01:16, November 8, 2013 (UTC)
- Second episode a pony acts like a dog, first being Big McIntosh in The Return of Harmony Part 2. --Mega Sean 45 (talk) 04:43, April 2, 2014 (UTC)
Hearts and Hooves Day[]
- Even though this episode also involved both Big McIntosh and Cheerilee, this is the second Cutie Mark Crusaders episode to take place as the seventeenth episode. The first being "Stare Master". Prince Silversaddle (talk) 03:03, March 20, 2014 (UTC)
- Third holiday-themed episode, mostly resembling Valentine's Day. This also marks the only season to contain three holiday-themed episodes. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 01:10, March 19, 2014 (UTC)
- This is the first episode in which Princess Celestia's name was never mentioned in the series, although a picture of her was seen in the classroom. –Rallinale 04:44, March 3, 2012 (UTC)
- This episode features the "mane six" less than any other episode through season four, with only Twilight Sparkle appearing relatively briefly. mwalimu 17:14, June 11, 2012 (UTC) (revised July 30, 2014)
- This is the second episode where only one of the main cast appears. Fear Not! (talk) 20:45, August 6, 2012 (UTC)
- Twilight Sparkle, in this case. KillRoy231 (talk) 23:20, May 1, 2017 (UTC)
- First episode where Big McIntosh laughs. -Prince Goldstreak (talk) 05:49, December 8, 2014 (UTC)
- The first episode when Big McIntosh and Cheerilee are main characters. --Mega Sean 45 (talk) 01:16, November 8, 2013 (UTC)
- The second episode to feature a song sung by The Cutie Mark Crusaders. JumpingShinyFrogs (talk) 00:04, December 31, 2013 (UTC)
- Second episode to feature a song in which no member of the main six sings or speaks a single line, third song in which no member of the main six sings. JumpingShinyFrogs (talk) 00:04, December 31, 2013 (UTC)
A Friend in Deed[]
- Fourth time a supporting/secondary character's birthday is mentioned or celebrated; in this episode, it was Cheerilee, Matilda, and Zecora. It is also the only episode so far to have multiple supporting/secondary characters having their birthday mentioned or celebrated. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 03:24, March 21, 2014 (UTC)
- The way cranky was about to smile, it's like the way pinkie's family tried to smile.
- First episode in the series to end with a song. --Prince Goldstreak (talk) 12:23, December 23, 2014 (UTC)
- First time real life footage is featured instead of Flash-animation, the fleece-animation during Pinkie's thoughts.
— Liggliluff (talk, contr.) 23:04, June 26, 2013 (UTC)- Well, actually, it's felt (but that's just splitting hairs, lol).-- Jonny Manztalkcontribse-mailedit count 00:16, June 27, 2013 (UTC)
- The second episode featuring Daring Do, first was Read It and Weep. --Mega Sean 45 (talk) 01:16, November 8, 2013 (UTC)
Putting Your Hoof Down[]
- First and only appearance of Iron Will. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 21:37, March 20, 2014 (UTC)
- The first friendship report written by Fluttershy. Xeoxer 20:17, March 3, 2012 (UTC)
- After 44 episodes, this is the first time Rarity bites a pony's tail. Ironically it is the only pony who has ever bitten her tail, 43 episodes earlier. Each of the Mane 6 has now bitten at least one pony's tail.
- First episode where Twilight is absent that isn't a Cutie Mark Crusaders' themed episode. Seaswirl10 Talk 15:20, June 19, 2013 (UTC)
- Also it's the first where the episode's title is not based on a particular event. http://i.imgur.com/GjzTyYh.gif Seaswirl10 Talk 12:21, October 14, 2013 (UTC)
- The first episode where neither Twilight nor Applejack appear.Raymondluxuryacht (talk) 05:21, July 20, 2013 (UTC)
- Rainbow Dash doesn't appear either. - Marigoldia (talk) 03:23, February 28, 2021 (UTC)
It's About Time[]
- Second episode where a contraction is in an episode title (It's). First being "Green Isn't Your Color". Prince Silversaddle (talk) 04:27, March 22, 2014 (UTC)
- First episode where blood is shown, although it is only a scratch.
- The first episode Las Pegasus and Baltimare was mentioned. --Mega Sean 45 (talk) 01:16, November 8, 2013 (UTC)
- Although it's not revealed until the end of Season 4, Tirek escapes Tartarus. Ghostkaiba297 (talk) 01:20, May 12, 2014 (UTC)
Dragon Quest[]
- The first and only appearance of Garble. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 01:45, March 21, 2014 (UTC)
- The first episode to feature only 6 ponies whatsoever, in this case the main 6 (7 if counting mentioned Princess Celestia). May the Best Pet Win! doesn't qualify because of Derpy cameo during the song. Xeoxer (talk) 18:36, August 27, 2012 (UTC)
- Specifically referring to the "Find A Pet" song. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 22:49, April 8, 2014 (UTC)
- Second episode to mention Fluttershy's fear of dragons (although it does seem to slightly be referenced in Secret of My Excess), which she seems to have traded back with Rainbow Dash sometime after the events of Dragonshy.
- The first episode that doesn't revolve around ponies (although they still have a large role). Xeoxer (talk) 18:50, July 8, 2013 (UTC)
- The second episode when Rarity calls Spike 'Spikey-Wikey', the first was Secret of My Excess. --Mega Sean 45 (talk) 01:16, November 8, 2013 (UTC)
- It's a possibility that Cranky Doodle Donkey appeared in this episode, but it wasn't confirmed, if so, this is his second appearance. --Mega Sean 45 (talk) 01:16, November 8, 2013 (UTC)
Hurricane Fluttershy[]
- First time that Spitfire speaks since Season 1.
- And its her third appearance after "Sonic Rainboom" and "The Best Night Ever". Prince Silversaddle (talk) 08:02, March 24, 2014 (UTC)
- First episode where Rainbow Dash appears without Applejack. Seaswirl10 Talk 13:40, June 27, 2013 (UTC)
- First time that Fluttershy's name is part of an episode title.Raymondluxuryacht (talk) 23:51, January 8, 2014 (UTC)
- The first time when the the on-screen display about the crew doesn't appear immediately after the theme. Xeoxer (talk) 18:05, November 9, 2014 (UTC)
- The first reference to Fluttershy's iconic phrase "I'd like to be a tree" is when she disguises herself as a tree trying to hide while waiting outside. Leví Romero (talk) 09:24, June 22, 2019 (UTC)
Ponyville Confidential[]
- First episode to have the main setting of the series in an episode title. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 05:49, March 21, 2014 (UTC)
- First mention of Trixie since Boast Busters.
- The first episode Diamond Tiara appears without Silver Spoon (even though Silver Spoon did have a cameo on checking out Featherweight's cutie mark). --Mega Sean 45 (talk) 01:16, November 8, 2013 (UTC)
MMMystery on the Friendship Express[]
- Longest episode title in the series. -Prince Goldstreak (talk) 01:03, April 18, 2015 (UTC)
- Fourth episode in which all of the Mane 6, except Spike, makes an appearance. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 05:32, March 19, 2014 (UTC)
- The first time that another Griffon is seen since Gilda's debut in Griffon the Brush Off. --RadicalEdward2 00:48, April 8, 2012 (UTC)
- Specifically referring to Gustave le Grand. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 20:01, April 2, 2014 (UTC)
- Fourth episode to show legible text. In this case, the title cards that appear during Pinkie's silent film fantasy. - Jasonbres (talk) 15:18, August 8, 2014 (UTC)
- Second time that the last episode before the season finale is a Pinkie Pie's episode - SteBrony (talk) June 15, 2015 (UTC)
A Canterlot Wedding - Part 1[]
- First two-part season finale in the series. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 07:14, April 9, 2014 (UTC)
- First time that the city of Canterlot is in an episode title and the first in a two-part season finale. Second episode title based Equestrian location overall with the first one being "Ponyville Confidential". Prince Silversaddle (talk) 06:15, March 21, 2014 (UTC)
- First, two-part season finale, appearance of Twilight's BBBFF Shining Armor (Princess Cadance doesn't count since her first appearance was in the second half of this finale). Prince Silversaddle (talk) 21:48, March 20, 2014 (UTC)
- This is the first time Twilight sings since The Best Night Ever. Fear Not! (talk) 20:48, August 6, 2012 (UTC)
- Wrong, she sang in the Heart Carol.Xeoxer (talk) 18:40, August 27, 2012 (UTC)
- Technically she did, but that was actually a choir, so this is the first time her singing has been discernible since then. It is also the first song in which Twilight is the primary singer.Raymondluxuryacht (talk) 03:50, July 13, 2013 (UTC)
- Wrong, she sang in the Heart Carol.Xeoxer (talk) 18:40, August 27, 2012 (UTC)
- This is the second time Celestia gets angry at Twilight, although this time her anger was misplaced as she was being manipulated by Chrysalis
- Third appearance of a major villain, and first season finale episode to do so (although her true identity is not revealed until the following episode)
- First time Lyra Heartstrings speaks
- Introduction of a third alicorn. Xeoxer (talk) 10:14, July 10, 2013 (UTC)
- That's in Part 2, not Part 1. Specifically referring to Princess Cadance. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 00:50, April 5, 2014 (UTC)
- Third episode to feature a song in which no member of the main six sings or speaks a single line, fourth song in which no member of the main six sings. JumpingShinyFrogs (talk) 00:04, December 31, 2013 (UTC)
- First episode to feature a song in which no member of the main six sings or speaks a single line not sung by The Cutie Mark Crusaders. JumpingShinyFrogs (talk) 00:04, December 31, 2013 (UTC)
- Second episode to feature a song sung by an antagonist. JumpingShinyFrogs (talk) 00:04, December 31, 2013 (UTC)
- Currently the only season finale for which there was no buildup over the season (making some countries actually airing this episode as the first of the season) Vengir (talk • contributions) 10:24, April 10, 2016 (UTC)
A Canterlot Wedding - Part 2[]
- First appearance of Princess Cadance and the first that she does not appear in both parts of a two-part season finale (the antagonist was disguised as "Princess Cadance" in the first half and for most of the first act in this part as well). Prince Silversaddle (talk) 21:54, March 20, 2014 (UTC)
- Second duet in the series. The first was in "May the Best Pet Win!" Also the first time where a song is performed between good and evil. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 14:33, March 19, 2014 (UTC)
- Second time that the antagonist is not a pony and the first in a two-part season finale to have a female villain, even though her true form only appears in this episode (Nightmare Moon doesn't count since she was never seen again up until the season four premiere). The first non-pony villain was Discord. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 15:17, March 19, 2014 (UTC)
- This marks the second appearance of DJ Pon-3 - v |SchindlerLift1874| ^ 12:06, November 14, 2012 (UTC)
- And her first in a season finale. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 23:45, March 20, 2014 (UTC)
- Second antagonist song.
- First major antagonist song in the series. Second, if counting Flim and Flam's song from "The Super Speedy Cider Squeezy 6000". Prince Silversaddle (talk) 19:31, March 19, 2014 (UTC)
- Second episode, as well as being the first two-parter episode, to end with a song. The first being "A Friend in Deed" (Cranky Doodle Joy). --Prince Goldstreak (talk) 12:23, December 23, 2014 (UTC)
- Third appearance of a Sonic Rainboom. (Although Rainbow Dash does something similar, which fans have called "Rain nuke", in Lesson Zero
- The first time Celestia's mane isn't waving (after she's defeated by Chrysalis). Xeoxer (talk) 12:44, October 9, 2013 (UTC)
- Fancy Pants' first cameo appearance. Prince Silversaddle (talk) 21:08, March 19, 2014 (UTC)
- First time a main villain is defeated by somepony besides the Mane 6. Ghostkaiba297 (talk) 06:09, November 19, 2014 (UTC)
- Somepony? Two ponies saved the day; specifically Shining Armor and Princess Cadance. -Prince Goldstreak (talk) 01:07, April 7, 2015 (UTC)
- First two-parter and first season finale (single episode) to be written by Meghan McCarthy. LeafyWasNotHere (talk) 10:27, November 20, 2018 (UTC)