Some mysterious objects called the Elements of Harmony are the only things that can stop her,

Maybe the ponies in Ponyville have interesting things to talk about.

but the bitterness in the young one's heart had transformed her into a wicked mare of darkness: Nightmare Moon. (peal of thunder)

and the very idea of such a thing makes you wanna...HAHAHAHA hehehe...

Narrator: Once upon a time, in the magical land of Equestria,

Just a moment, please. I'm in "the zone," as it were.

In just a few moments, our town will witness the magic of the sunrise,

Rainbow Dash: Hey! I could clear the sky in ten seconds flat.

Look on the bright side, Twilight. The princess arranged for you to stay in a library.

Moon Dancer is having a little get-together in the west castle courtyard. Ya wanna come?

Twilight: Applejack, who reassured me when I was in doubt, represents the spirit of...Honesty.

(clears throat) Well, I am in fact here to supervise preparations for the Summer Sun Celebration.

(singing) When I was a little filly and the sun was going down

I just need to be alone so I can study without a bunch of crazy ponies tryin' to make friends all the time.