Agent Shlocky wrote:Okay, please don't slaughter me for this, but uh why do you guys enjoy the show? I've never seen it and most likely will never see it, but I'm genuinely curious on the appeal of the show. No disrespect, but uh color me curious.
I can't speak for everyone, but I personally enjoy the show for the following reasons:
The characters: I love their designs, their voices, their personalities, the way they develop over time, and just how believable they can be. Seriously, I think they're among some of the best-written characters in recent children's cartoons.
The songs: I don't care how girly they can be. The songs are catchy as hell.
The tone: The show has a very bright, cheery, and optimistic tone. But at the same time, its characters demonstrate just enough cynicism and practicality to keep it more grounded in reality. I love it when a story can achieve that right balance between the two extremes.
The fanbase: There are loads of unlikable fans out there (Like the crazy obsessive types who try to force MLP into every damn conversation), but there are also plenty of likable, reasonable, and overall cool people who you can have decent conversations with. And there are just loads and loads of creative fans who create great stories, artwork, games, movies, etc. I actually feel good about relating with these people as a brony.
I understand that MLP isn't for everybody, so I don't really expect you to get into it.