Page 860 - Bullyin’ Operator

Man, I forgot how adorable the young versions of the Mane Six were. Or maybe, since this was Season 1, I was still in “Okay this is surprisingly good but still sugary anathema to my manly soul” binge-watching mode at the time and I’ve just learned to appreciate cute things more since then.

Rainbow Dash: I’m also not a big fan of the idea that Rainbow Dash got bullied in school, or any time at all. I wouldn’t have taken crap from anybody!
Fluttershy: That’s… not really how it works.
Rainbow Dash: Huh?
Fluttershy: Bullies go after everyone who doesn’t accept that they’re the strongest. They pick on the easiest targets to make themselves look bigger, but… they’ll still fight with anyone who defies them…
Rarity: Oh dear…
Rainbow Dash: Ohhh. So… I wouldn’t have let myself GET bullied, but… I still would’ve had to deal with bullies, if there were any.
Fluttershy: Mmhmm. Exactly.
Twilight Sparkle: Um… Does this come from personal experience?
Fluttershy: A little.
DM: If this is getting a little too close to home…
Fluttershy: No, it’s fine.
Pinkie Pie: Too bad, you’re still getting hugged!
Rainbow Dash: Hey! Since we’re rewriting my past anyway, how about… we went to the same school, and I’d always protect Fluttershy if anyone tried to bully her?
Fluttershy: R-Really?
Rarity: Oooh, what a marvelous idea!
Rainbow Dash: Yeah! Getting into fights, racing fools… I would’ve gotten my start as a Barbarian by protecting you!
Applejack: Coming from y’all, that’s just the sweetest darn thing.
Fluttershy: Oh. Well, I wouldn’t want you to hurt anyone on my behalf… But, um, short of that, the thought is… very much appreciated. Thank you.
DM: Hmm, what’s this on your character sheet… Oh right, “Chaotic Evil.”
Rainbow Dash: Shhhhut up!