Pagans celebrate Yule during the winter solstice, which typically falls on December 21st or 22nd in the northern hemisphere. It is a time to honor the cycles of nature and the turning of the seasons. Yule is rooted in ancient pagan traditions and is associated with various spiritual practices. The winter solstice marks the shortest day and the longest night of the year. Pagans view this as a powerful moment when the sun begins its journey back towards the earth, bringing with it the promise of warmth and renewal. Yule celebrations often include rituals and ceremonies to honor this transition and to welcome the returning light.
In The Mysterious Mare Do Well, Snips attends a meeting of the Official Rainbow Dash fan club, where he and Scootaloo debate over which word would best describe Rainbow Dash. He briefly appears entering the schoolhouse at the beginning of Hearts and Hooves Day.
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Yule celebrations often include rituals and ceremonies to honor this transition and to welcome the returning light. One common practice during pagan Yule is the lighting of a Yule log, which represents the return of the sun. The log is typically decorated and burned in a hearth or bonfire, symbolizing the release of past troubles and the welcoming of new beginnings.
Characters / My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic
My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic, and the whole "G4" universe, for that matter, has a wide array of colorful, memorable characters. So many characters, we hardly know what to do with them all! So we've separated them by Cast Herd. Heh.
For classic G1 through G3.5 characters, as well as G4.5 characters, go to My Little Pony. For characters from G5, see here.
- The Princesses � Princesses Celestia, Luna, Cadance, Flurry Heart.
- Princess Celestia
- Princess Luna
- Major Villains note Nightmare Moon
- Queen Chrysalis
- King Sombra
- Lord Tirek
- Cozy Glow
- Discord
- Races � The races of Equestria and the wider world note Unicorns, Earth Ponies, Pegasi, Alicorns, Crystal Ponies, Saddle Arabians, Griffons, Dragons, Yaks, Hippogriffs/Seaponies, Changelings, Buffalo, Breezies, Kirin, Phoenixes
- Historical Figures � Important figures from Equestria's history. note Star Swirl the Bearded, Rockhoof, Mistmane, Flash Magnus, Somnambula, Mage Meadowbrook, Clover the Clever, Princess Platinum, Commander Hurricane, Private Pansy, Chancellor Puddinghead, Smart Cookie, Snowfall Frost, The Three Spirits of Hearth's Warming, Professor Flintheart, Snow Dash, Grogar, Gusty the Great, the Tree of Harmony, Scorpan, Griffon Kings, Arimaspi, Sable Spirit, Prince Hisan, the Sphinx.
- The 2017 Movie note The Storm King, Tempest Shadow, Grubber, the Storm Guards, Capper, Verko, Other Klugetowners, Captain Celaeno, Celaeno's Crew, Queen Novo, Princess Skystar, Songbird Serenade, Spring Rain and Glitter Drops.
- Expanded Universe — Canon Foreigners appearing in EU material such as the IDW comics and storybooks.
- Toyline Exclusive — Toyline God-Created Canon Foreigners. invoked
- Miscellaneous — Characters who appear in non-toyline merch, web games, social pages, and other non-canonical official sources.
- One-Shots � Plot-relevant One-Shot Characters. note Little Strongheart, Chief Thunderhooves, Doctor Stable/Doctor Monitor, Joe, Gustave le Grand, Mulia Mild, Ms. Peachbottom, Prim Hemline, Trenderhoof, Seabreeze, Silver Shill, Trouble Shoes, Tree Hugger, Moondancer, Stormy Flare, Cinnamon Chai, Charity Kindheart, Ma Hooffield, Countess Coloratura, Tender Taps, Dragon Lord Torch, Buried Lede, Mr. Stripes, Plaid Stripes, Coriander Cumin, Saffron Masala, Sky Stinger, Vapor Trail, Feather Bangs, Lily Lace, Inky Rose, Starstreak, Strawberry Sunrise, Burnt Oak, Toola Roola and Coconut Cream, Pharynx, Rumble, Star Tracker, Sky Beak and Ocean Flow, Firelight, Stellar Flare, Hoo'Far, Rolling Thunder, Short Fuse, Autumn Blaze, Rain Shine, the Gift Givers of the Grove, Pistachio, Oak Nut and Butternut, Dusty Pages, First Folio, Clear Sky, Wind Sprint, Rusty Bucket, Snap Shutter and Mane Allgood, Aunt Holiday and Auntie Lofty, Sans Smirk, Feather Flatterfly, Fire Flare, Spur and Biscuit, Luster Dawn, Sunny Skies, Petunia Petals, the Barrel Twins, Kerfuffle, Torque Wrench, the Hoofingtons, Moody Root.
- Other Characters � Ancestors, in-universe fictional characters, false identities, and Companion Cubes. note Stinkin' Rich, Grub Hooffield and Piles McColt, the Olden Pony, the Headless Horse, Scales, the Great Seedling, the Power Ponies, the Mane-iac, Ogres & Oubliettes characters, the Shadowbolts, the Mysterious Mare Do Well, Gabby Gums, Orchard Blossom, Impossibly Rich, Daybreaker, Plainity and Eyepatch, Apple Chord, inanimate objects.
- Background Ponies � Recurring Extras, Bit Characters, Living Props, Creator Cameos, and Spear Carriers.
- Common Background Ponies note Candy Mane, Cherry Berry, Golden Harvest, Shoeshine, Daisy/Flower Wishes, Lily Valley, White Lightning, Cloud Kicker, Sunshower Raindrops, Rainbowshine, Sassaflash/Emerald Gem, Parasol/Showers, Orange Swirl, Sprinkle Medley, Merry May, Amethyst Star, Sea Swirl, Pinprick/Royal Pin, Cherry Fizzy, Goldengrape, Noteworthy, Lucky Clover, Caramel/Chance-a-Lot, Perfect Pace, Bruce Mane/Neon Lights/Rising Star, Orion, Star Hunter/Solar Wind, Piña Colada, Aura, Noi, Button Mash, Tornado Bolt, Cotton Cloudy, Alula/Pluto/Princess Erroria, Ruby Pinch, Liza Doolots, Dinky Hooves/Doo.
- Special Background Ponies note The Nurse Ponies, the Flower Trio, Mr. Greenhooves, Octavia's bandmates, Mr. Waddle, Truffle Shuffle, Holly Dash, Screwball, Pinnie Lane and Big Wig, My Little Letrotski, Fleur Dis Lee, Junebug, Post Haste, Screwy, the Imperfect Stallions, Gizmo/Poindexter/Gyro, Blossomforth, Wild Fire, Uncle Curio the Shopkeeper, the Saddle Arabians, Toe-Tapper and Torch Song, Zippoorwhill and her father, Stellar Eclipse, Claude, Fashion Plate, the Swooning Ponies, Detective Pony, Doctor Pony, Dapper Pony, Big Bucks and Jack Pot.
- Other Background Characters note The background ponies who don't have their own entries (yet), the Cattle, the Mule, the Animal Contestants, the Sheep, the Goats, the Equestria Games Griffon Team, the Background Monsters, the Feelings Forum leader, Other Animals.
- Heroines note Twilight Sparkle, Applejack, Fluttershy, Pinkie Pie, Rainbow Dash, Rarity, Spike.
- Sunset Shimmer
It is also common to decorate homes with evergreen foliage such as holly, mistletoe, and pine boughs. These symbols of life and vitality are believed to bring good luck and protection during the winter months. Feasting is another important aspect of pagan Yule celebrations. Traditional foods such as roasted meats, root vegetables, and spiced beverages are enjoyed to celebrate the abundance of the season. The feasting is often accompanied by storytelling, singing, and dancing to foster a sense of community and joy. In addition to these traditional practices, modern pagans may incorporate their own personal beliefs and rituals into their Yule celebrations. Some may choose to perform solitary rituals or join organized gatherings with others who share their spiritual path. The focus of these rituals may vary, but the underlying theme of honoring the cycles of nature and embracing the return of the light remains constant. Overall, pagan Yule is a time of celebration, reflection, and spiritual connection. It is a time to acknowledge the magic and beauty of the natural world and to find solace in the darkness as we await the return of the sun..
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How to Incorporate Pagan Yule Traditions into Your Winter Celebrations