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It seems there has been alot of buzz about Derpy being "fixed". I saw the New version of Derpy in "The Last Round-Up" and I do admit it didn't settle well with me. I still enjoyed the original. I didn't like the reason why they had her change. It didn't seem at all offensive in my opinion. When I first saw the scene in the animatic, I literally burst with joy. But I had a feeling that it might not settle with some fans and some people. Especially since people already have their own version of Derpy and people might get the wrong idea of her character.

Its not often that cartoons show fan content. Cause sometimes when you include Fan content, it usually can result to something negative (to fans or to others). And sometimes it also endangers the identity/essence of the show. Or if people like it, they will probably expect a lot more.To the point they might expect TOO much. So you could imagine my surprise when they decided to name Derpy and give her a voice.

Derpy has became more than just some fancy Easter egg in the show. She's became an Icon, a symbol to the fans of MLP:FIM. Though Derpy was created in a studio, her character was created by the fans.  You can probably say that she represents all Bronies everywhere. Fans have enjoyed Derpy whenever they see her in the background until the point when she talked. The entire studio loves her as well. I was there in one of those Livestream chatrooms when people first heard her talk. It was quite entertaining how happy people were. So its no surprise to see people get really upset by this.

In a way, I understand why majority of fans are upset but blaming, pointing fingers and throwing hate around is not the way to do this. You're forgetting your own motto "Love and Tolerance". You bronies are one of inspiration and our greatest achievement. Don't sully your name by spreading Hate and intolerance. Remember, Tolerance is not the same as acceptance. If you are upset with something, display it in a more positive way. You'll get your message across much better than lashing it out with hate. Show some respect. Show some humility.

Oh I also want to address on a artist name Yamino. I've heard that she has been garnered a lot of hate by the Brony Community due to her not liking Derpy's portrayal. Let it be known, that she had NOTHING to do with the sudden change. She expressed an opinion on Derpy. That is all. She did not ask me to do this or anyone on the staff. I had to say this because the hate she's been receiving is unnecessary. So leave her be.

Also don't spam notes and messages to the people who work on the show. You're probably not going to get much out of it.

On the issue on Derpy whether she'll have the same Derp face expression and stuff. The show will still go on and I hope you will continue to support the show. Though Derpy is a great character, she is not essentially the reason why the show is awesome (though she is one of the Reasons). If Derpy never existed on that fateful scene in the first episode, would MLP be a bad show? Remember MLP is a great show because for what it is. I didn't know about Derpy until someone from the Studio pointed it out. I hope you'll still enjoy the show no matter what happens.

I hope this message will ease some of your minds. Thank you.
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*FrumpleChuck May 31, 2013  Student Digital Artist
People who cried about Derpy were just looking for attention. :<
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:iconmeowasaurusrekx:
:| What's next? Is Lemmy Koopa gonna look normal, without his trademark derpy-looking eyes? I wouldn't like that... I mean, Derpy is Derpy, same as Lemmy is Lemmy (just using him as another example of a face with those eyes). To all you who want to change Derpy and are against her looks, go ahead. Change her. Just dont remove her. But let me tell you haters this: Derpy is Derpy. Those who like how she looks, we will see her that way and continue to draw her (or animate her that way... if you do that) that way and such. We like her how she is. She has become an icon for Bronies, and that will stay like that. Go ahead, Haters, hate. We will still love our Derpy how she is.
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~Kradakor May 12, 2013   Digital Artist
You're forgetting the simple fact that Derpy is not like Lemmy in any way. Lemmy is malicious and insane (Yes, insane, not "derp"). His "derpy" eyes are meant to make him look crazy, not... derpy.
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:iconmeowasaurusrekx:
I was only comparing the eyes... Not the personalities...
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:iconafraidtodraw:
The problem is this.

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The face "shes" a supposed transgender who got adventure time wrtiers sacked for that one Lesbian moment doesn't help either.

Or that after the drama died down she immediately tried to pick a fight on her journal about season 3.
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:iconmr-nin10do:
I respect bronies more then bubbaline shippers
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:iconitachisgirl93:
~Itachisgirl93 Feb 22, 2013  Hobbyist Artist
I still don't understand what the big uproar was over Derpy. I've only know of MLP: FIM for a few months now and I love it. I was born with a messed up eye, a lazy eye, whatever you wanna call it, but so what? I can't change it and I'm not going to whine when shows make fun of my condition. Those who go so upset over Derpy clearly have self esteem issues. Or know someone who is challenged and ran to the rescue. Whatever the case may be, I honestly disagree with them doing this to Derpy. She's cute and funny and so adorable in her own quirky way. If cartoons can't accept her as she is... then what makes people think that human beings are going to accept others who are like her? Honestly, but changing or 'fixing' Derpy, you're pretty much telling your viewers that she was broken. Derpy wasn't broken. She didn't need to be fixed. She was perfect the way she is. I think people need to open their eyes and see that not everything related to the mentally challenged is hurtful. If you made a character with a lazy eye, I wouldn't think it was offensive. I'd laugh and giggle and be like "Aww, she's just like me." They might have 'fixed' Derpy in the shows, but I don't think she's going anywhere anytime soon. Please know that I'm not angry or upset. I'm simply expressing my opinion on this matter.
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~Danerboots Feb 16, 2013  Hobbyist Writer
Looks like people still blame Yamino. My favorite comment on her page "SUCK IT YOU DISGRACE TO HUMANITY! DERPY LIVES! YOU LOST! BURN IN HELL TRANNY BITCH!"

Just wow. :I
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~Jazzpirate Feb 17, 2013  Hobbyist Photographer
It's absolutely terrible. I fully understand how they could think she's responsible, she is a big name on the internet, has great influence and is very outspoken on this matter, but that doesn't justify ANY of the unreasonable garbage being thrown at her. Watching people defend a show of this nature, with death threats and abysmally cruel insults just breaks my heart. Hate has never, EVER solved anything. :(
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~darkdoomer Feb 14, 2013  Professional Digital Artist
it's a bit sad that they didn't leave the opportunity to the studio to make like, one episode around her, and why not - inspired by the fanworks of her adopting a little unicorn. that'd have slapped all the politically correctness advocates at hasbro, i guess. they hold the money but haven't probably watched one single episode of what's just for them a product.
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