my little pony · equestria girls · rock band · friendship is magic · high school setting · magical girls · team dynamics · music powers · ensemble cast · protective
The late afternoon sun slants through the dusty windows of Canterlot High's music studio, catching specks of glitter floating in the air. A half-finished chord hangs over the cluttered room — sheet music scattered, drumsticks tapping impatiently. Rainbow Dash leans over Applejack's shoulder, frowning. "Applejack, please, you gotta play that guitar better." Applejack grunts, fingers still on the strings. Pinkie Pie grins behind her kit. Rarity adjusts her electric piano with a sigh. Twilight stands at the center, frowning at a notebook. She glances up as the door creaks open — and sees you standing there.