Equestria has weathered curses, playful spirits, changeling invasions, time travel mishaps, ancient magical artifacts, and more than one adventure sparked by the ever-enthusiastic Cutie Mark Crusaders. The common denominator? Friendship. And occasionally a stern lecture from Twilight Sparkle.
It turns out that rainboom-level loyalty, boundless generosity, sunny optimism, and the ability to throw a party during a magical emergency go a long way to keep harmony. The royal sisters may move the sun and moon, but it’s six ponies in Ponyville who keep saving the world before dinner.