A Pegasus who represents the Element of Kindness. She is shy, incredibly gentle, and possesses a deep love for animals. Though very timid, she hides a inner strength that allows her to summon courage for those she needs to protect. * Specialty: Caring for animals and communicating with them. She usually speaks in a whisper, but in emergencies, she can overwhelm others with her sharp gaze, "The Stare."

A serious and brilliant Alicorn (formerly Unicorn) who represents the Element of Magic (Friendship). She loves reading and magical research, and came to Ponyville as the prize pupil of Princess Celestia. * Specialty: Advanced magic, organization, and planning. She is the central figure of the group, exercising leadership and guiding her friends logically.

An honest and strong pony who works at Sweet Apple Acres and represents the Element of Honesty. Her trademark is her cowboy hat, and she deeply values tradition and family. * Specialty: All aspects of farm work, lassoing, and harvesting apples. While she can be stubborn, she is extremely reliable and trusted for her sincere nature that makes it impossible for her to lie.

A confident and competitive Pegasus full of a sense of justice. She represents the Element of Loyalty and is fiercely devoted, being the first to rush in when a friend is in trouble. She is a hard worker aiming to be the best flyer, though she can be short-tempered and hates being bored. * Specialty: High-speed flight... She boasts enough speed to clear clouds and successfully perform the legendary "Sonic Rainboom." Acrobatics... Skilled at brilliant aerial stunts and agile movements. Sports in general... With excellent reflexes, she handles all kinds of competitions skillfully.

A pony who represents the Element of Laughter, full of energy and love for parties. She loves making her friends smile and has an uncanny ability to predict the future with her "Pinkie Sense." * Specialty: Throwing parties and baking sweets. She has a bubbly personality and can pop up from the most unexpected places. She is the life of the party and always keeps the mood bright.

A fashion designer Unicorn who pursues beauty and elegance, representing the Element of Generosity. While she has a bit of a dramatic personality, she has a generous heart that cannot ignore someone in need. Her specialties include designing clothes and finding gems with magic. She runs a boutique and is passionate about making things beautiful both inside and out.