cultures compendium of reviews

HELLOOO and welcome to Cultures Compendium of Reviews! As always, I am Culture Shock. Your guide to all things cultural in Equestria and beyond. Today, we see how true love comes in all shapes and sizes. Before we begin, let's review the rules. First off, all content within this blog is expressly the opinion of its author. It does not, nor should it ever, reflect the overall opinion of the fandom. Lastly, if any of you notice any mistakes, be it typos or otherwise, don't hesitate to let me know. With that said, let's begin. Shall we? Finding Home is a romantic drama fanfic written by Krickis. A fanfic writer best known for their Who We Become story series. Written as a sequel to an earlier fic, Finding Home follows Sunset Shimmer during her life after high school. Two years after graduation, Sunset decides it's time to move on. After writing ahead, Sunset takes a long awaited journey back home to Equestria. Intent on making a new start. Can she manage it? Or will her p...

HELLOOO and welcome to Cultures Compendium of Reviews! As always, I am Culture Shock. Your guide to all things cultural in Equestria and beyond. Today, we follow the day of the lunar diarch as she takes on a most trifling opponent. Before we begin, let's review the rules. First off, all content within this blog is expressly the opinion of its author. It does not, nor should it ever, reflect the overall opinion of the fandom. Lastly, if any of you notice any mistakes, be it typos or otherwise, don't hesitate to let me know. With that said, let's begin. Shall we? The Day Shift is the 10th, and final, of IDW's MLP Micro - Series comic series. Created by writer Katie Cook and artist Andy Price, this issue features my favorite alicorn and best princess Luna as she takes on Celestia's rounds. After accepting her sisters unspoken challenge, Luna takes over Celestias duties for the day. Unwavered by the days scheduling, Luna forges ahead. Determined to see things through. ...

HELLOOO and welcome to Cultures Compendium of Reviews! As always, I am Culture Shock. Your guide to all things cultural in Equestria and beyond. Today, how facing a problem can be difficult no matter who you are. Before we begin, let's review the rules. First off, all content within this blog is expressly the opinion of its author. It does not, nor should it ever, reflect the overall opinion of the fandom. Lastly, if any of you notice any mistakes, be it typos or otherwise, don't hesitate to let me know. With that said, let's begin. Shall we? The Last Roundup is the 14th episode of season 2 and the 40th episode overall. Written by Amy Keating Rogers, the story follows Applejack and company on an old western roundup. After promising to help fix town hall, Applejack heads off to compete in the Equestria Rodeo Competition in Canterlot. Afterwards, the town prepares a welcome home party in Applejacks honor. But when a surprise telegram derails the festivities its up to Twiligh...

HELLOOO and welcome to Cultures Compendium of Reviews! As always, I am Culture Shock. Your guide to all things cultural in Equestria and beyond. Today, we're digging deep into MLP's unexplained once again. Before we begin, let's review the rules. First off, all content within this blog is expressly the opinion of its author. It does not, nor should it ever, reflect the overall opinion of the fandom. Lastly, if any of you notice any mistakes, be it typos or otherwise, don't hesitate to let me know. Reminder, this will not feature any specific order and should not be treated as such. With that said, let's begin. Shall we? So, as you all recall, not so long ago I made a top 5 list regarding 5 unsolved mysteries in MLP. Well with the recent development regarding season 7 I felt it might be time to revise my earlier list. Note, some choices may have been solved in recent episodes but still have some missing information. With that said, on with the show: 1. Where are th...

HELLOOO and welcome to Cultures Compendium of Reviews! As always, I am Culture Shock. Your guide to all things Cultural in Equestria and beyond. Today, we cut loose and kick up our sunday shoes. Before we begin, let's review the rules. First off, all content within this blog is expressly the opinion of its author. It does not, nor should it ever, reflect the overall opinion of the fandom. Lastly, if any of you notice any mistakes, be it typos or otherwise, don't hesitate to let me know. With that said, let's begin. Shall we? Footloose is a 1984 American musical drama filmed by Herbert Ross. It was loosely based events that took place in the town o Elmore City, Oklahoma. The movie follows the life of Ren McCormack after he and his mother move from the big city to a small rural town down south. One where, thanks to a local preacher, dancing is outlawed. However, with the help of some new friends, Ren attempts change things for the better. Can he do it? Or will dancing always...

HELLOOO and welcome to Cultures Compendium of Reviews! As always, I am Culture Shock. Your guide to all things cultural in Equestria and beyond. Today, we learn how responsibility is a two way street. Before we begin, let's review the rules. First off, all content within this blog is experessly the opinion of its author. It does not, nor should it ever, reflect the overall opinion of the fandom. Lastly, if any of you notice any mistakes, be it typos or otherwise, don't hesitate to let me know. With that said, let's begin. Shall we? Baby Cakes is the 13th episode of Season 2 and the 39th episode overall. Written by Charlotte Fullerton, the episode features Pinkie Pie as she babysits the newborn cake foals. After a rush delivery sends the cakes out of town, Pinkie is left to babysit their newborn foals. But she soon finds out it's a lot more than she can handle. Can she manage to keep things in one piece? Or will she crack under the pressure? Well, here we are with yet ...

HELLOOO and welcome to Cultures Compendium of Reviews! As always, I am Culture Shock. Your guide to all things cultural in Equestria and beyond. Today, we learn just how deep the rabbit hole goes. Before we begin, let's review the rules. First off, all content within this blog is expressly the opinion of its author. It does not, nor should it ever, reflect the overall opinion of the fandom. Lastly, if any of you notice any mistakes, be it typos or otherwise, don't hesitate to let me know. With that said, let's begin. Shall we? Todays issue is the 57th entry in IDW's main series. A collab between writer Thom Zahler and artist Tony Fleecs, the story follows Discord and the gang on adventure in his home dimension. After hosting a tea party in his dimension, Discord escorts Fluttershy back home to see her new animal habitat. However, while exiting the portal between dimensions Pinkie Pie end up stranded in Chaosville. It's up to Discord and the others to bring her home...

HELLOOO and welcome to Cultures Compendium of Reviews! As always, I am Culture Shock. Your guide to all things cultural in Equestria and beyond. Today, we're taking a look at everyones favorite bacon haired beauty. Before we begin, let's review the rules. First off, all content within this blog is expressly the opinion of its author. It does not, nor should it ever, reflect the overall opinion of the fandom. Lastly, if any of you notice any mistakes, be it typos or otherwise, don't hesitate to let me know. With that said, let's begin. Shall we? So, for those who've been keeping up with me. There have been times when a character, or group, has caught my attention in some way or another. Recently, one such character has caught my eye. Thanks in part to the community. That character being, of course, the princess of the bacon wave herself. Sunset Shimmer. First off, I wanna discuss Sunsets history in MLP and what lead her to where she is now. Back in 2014, IDW releas...

HELLOOO and welcome to Cultures Compendium of Reviews! As always, I am Culture Shock. Your guide to all things cultural in Equestria and beyond. Today, we go over 5 things to look out for when playing Legends of Equestria. Before we begin, let's review the rules. First off, all content within this blog is expressly the opinion of its author. It does not, nor should it ever, reflect the overall opinion of the fandom. Lastly, if any of you see any mistakes, be it typos or otherwise, don't hesitate to let me know. Reminder, this list does not follow any specific order. And should only be taken with a grain of salt. With that said, let's begin. Shall we? As many of you already know, recently, the long awaited game, Legends of Equestria, finally released its open access on September 10th of this year. Needless to say, the servers were flooded with players on the first day. Though not everyone has had their chance to do so. Today, I'll be going over 5 things all new players ...

HELLOOO and welcome to Cultures Compendium of Reviews! As always, I am Culture Shock. Your guide to all things cultural in Equestria and beyond. Today, we learn more than we need about love and loss. Before we begin, let's review the rules. First off, all content within this blog is expressly the opinion of its author. It does not, nor should it ever, reflect the overall opinion of the fandom. Lastly, if any of you notice any mistakes, be it typos or otherwise, don't hesitate to let me know. With that said, let's begin. Shall we? To Love Alicorns is the much deserved sequel to the comic To Love God - To Love Mortal. Written and drawn by Vavacung, the sequel takes place after the events of it's prequel. A century after her lovers death Celestia once again sets out to find her better half. This time accompanied by her sister Luna. Though a surprise visit from a former foe cuts her efforts short. Has Celestia found her love once and for all? And what of poor Luna? Can she...

HELLOOO and welcome to Cultures Compendium of Reviews! As always, I am Culture Shock. Your guide to all things cultural in Equestria and beyond. Today, we learn how family can come in all shapes, sizes, and flavors. Before we begin, let's review the rules. First off, all content within this blog is expressly the opinion of it's author. It does not, nor should it ever, reflect the overall opinion of the fandom. Lastly, if any of you notice any mistakes, be it typos or otherwise, don't hesitate to let me know. With that said, let's begin. Shall we? Family Appreciation Day is the 12th episode of season 2 and the 38th overall. Written by Cindy Morrow, this episode features the Apple family  during the biggest harvest ever. With the Zap Apple Harvest upon them, Apple Bloom and her family get ready for a busy season. All the while, Apple Bloom tries to keep Granny Smith from attending Family Appreciation Day at the schoolhousr. Can Apple Bloom save her pride? Or is she in fo...

HELLOOO and welcome to Cultures Compendium of Reviews! As always, I am Culture Shock. Your guide to all things cultural in Equestria and beyond. Today, we learn the top 5 ways to being creative in whatever you do. Before we begin, let's review the rules. First off, all content within this blog is expressly the opinion of its author. It does not, nor should it ever, reflect the overall opinion of the fandom. Lastly, if any of notice any mistakes, be it typos or otherwise, don't hesitate to let me know. Also, friendly reminder that this list will not be featured in any specific order. And should only be taken at face value. With that said, let's begin. Shall we? The creative proccess is a long and arduous task to face. Regardless of the medium. It can often take long hours and strenuous amounts of effort to complete even the simplest of projects. Today we'll be breaking down the Top 5 Steps to Creativity and discussing how each step works. All to teach the next generatio...

HELLOOO and welcome to Cultures Compendium of Reviews! As always, I am Culture Shock. Your guide to all things cultural in Equestria and beyond. Today, we're suiting up and crossing streams for an ectoplasmic adventure. Before we begin, let's review the rules. First off, all content within this blog is expressly the opinion of its author. It does not, nor should it ever, reflect the overall opinion of the fandom. Lastly, if any of you notice any mistakes, be it typos or otherwise, don't hesitate to let me know. With that said, let's begin. Shall we? Ghostbusters is a 1984 American supernatural comedy film. Directed by Ivan Reitman, the film followed 3 parapsychologists who open a ghost - catching business in New York City.  As the city faces a sudden surge in paranormal activity 3 parapsychologists band together to solve the city's crisis. But as the trio embark on their business venture begins to make itself known. Do the Ghostbusters have the firepower to take it...

HELLOOO and welcome to Cultures Compendium of Reviews! As always, I am Culture Shock. Your guide to all things cultural in Equestria and beyond. Today, we learn about the festive history of our land and just how magical friendship can be. Before we begin, let's review the rules. First off, all content within this blog is expressly the opinion of its author. It does not, nor should it ever, reflect the overall opinion of the fandom. Lastly, if any of you notice any mistakee, be it typos or otherwise, don't hesitate to let me know. With that said, let's begin. Shall we? Hearth's Warming Eve is the 11th episode of season 2 and 37th overall. Written by Merriwether Williams, the episode is named after Equestrias founding holiday. The story follows Twilight and crew as they prepare to put Canterlots annual Hearth's Warming Pageant. A play detailing the three pony tribes and their struggles for a new land. Could there be more to the tail than just speculation? I don'...

HELLOOO and welcome to Cultures Compendium of Reviews! As always, I am Culture Shock. Your guide to all things cultural in Equestria and beyond. Today, we learn how with great pets comes great responsibility. Before we begin, let's review the rules. First off, all content within this blog is expressly the opinion of it's author. It does not, nor should it ever, reflect the overall opinion of the fandom. Lastly, if any of you notice any mistakes, be it typos or otherwise, don't heaitate to let me know. With that said, let's begin. Shall we? Micro - Series #9 is the ninth installment of IDW's mini - series. A collaboration between writer Rob Anderson and artist Agnes Garbowska, this issue features Spike as he takes on a little more than he can handle. After feeling left out Spike decides he's ready to be a pet owner and orders a colony of Sea Beasts. Will Spike succeed? Or has he bitten off more than he can chew? Okay. So we've got more Spike to deal with. I...

HELLOOO and welcome to Cultures Compendium of Reviews! As always, I am Culture Shock. Your guide to all things cultural in Equestria and beyond. Today, we learn how true love is a battle against both time and patience. Before we begin, let's review the rules. First off, all content within this blog is expressly the opinion of its author. It does not, nor should it ever, reflect the overall opinion of the fandom. Lastly, if any of you notice any mistakes, be it typos or otherwise, don't hesitate to let me know. With that said, let's begin. Shall we? To Love God - To Love Mortal is a dramatic romance fancomic by the artist Vavacung. Adapted from a similar fanfic, it features Celestia as she struggles find a long lost love. The story begins with Princess Celestia vanishing. Leaving Luna to take her place. All the while, a familiar unicorn filly with a pink mane enrolls in a nearby school. There she befriends a tomboy named Paper Mache. As time goes on the two begin to grow cl...