Since you've come to Ponyville, you've displayed the charity, compassion, devotion, integrity, optimism, and of course, the leadership of a true princess.
Not in the same way as before. I'll still be here to help and guide you, but we're all your students now, too. You are an inspiration to us all, Twilight.
Oh. Um... [clears throat] A little while ago, my teacher and mentor Princess Celestia sent me to live in Ponyville. She sent me to study friendship, which is something I didn't really care much about. But now, on a day like today, I can honestly say I wouldn't be standing here if it weren't for the friendships I've made with all of you. Each one of you taught me something about friendship, and for that, I will always be grateful. Today, I consider myself the luckiest pony in Equestria. Thank you, friends. Thank you, everypony!
Whoa, whoa, whoa! How are we supposed to protect Equestria?! How are we meant to rein Discord in if we can't use the Elements to turn him back to stone?!
You're right about one thing, Applejack. The Elements of Harmony did bring us together. But it isn't the elements that will keep us connected. It's our friendship. And it's more important and more powerful than any magic. My new role in Equestria may mean I have to take on new responsibilities, and our friendships may be tested, but it will never ever be broken. There's no time to lose. Everypony ready?
My plunder seeds should've stolen the magic from the Tree of Harmony and captured Princess Celestia and Princess Luna thousands of moons ago! Alas, it seems, the tree had enough magic to keep the seeds from growing up big and strong. Until now, that is.
