Moonlight Eclipse

But if there would be changes, I'd probably point out that, at some point, Moonlight's friend would definitely be worried about Moonlight's schemes on casting a spell to suck out the "darkness" from everypony and force them all to be good— 'cause that already sounds controlling even if Moonlight had good intentions... so! I'm thinking that Moonlight (already midway to being corrupted) would interpret her friend worrying for her as "her friend going against her", and thus- Moonlight would cast the same spell on her friend, forcing her friend to 'be good', to 'be supportive' and all...

But! After being redeemed, I think Moonlight would also feel immense guilt and shame facing her friend so Moonlight would begin to mentally prepare herself that her friend would be cutting ties with her for good- but her friend may either forgive Moonlight, or give Moonlight another chance, so... yeah... 🥹

I'm gonna write another set for Moonlight but in EQUESTRIA GIRLS. (I'm actually pretty excited for this because I LOVE MLP: EQG sm—-)

Concept art of Moonlight Eclipse in EQG will be posted in the future + updated! 😼

Moonlight during her stay in Ponyville, pre-corruption, also wearing her amulet:

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Moonlight starting to be influenced by the corruption her amulet, black cracks / veins starting to appear on her hooves, neck, and horn area:

Amulet becomes a jagged, almost four-pointed star figure

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Corrupted "Divine Eclipse"

Aaaand present Moonlight Eclipse!

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Moonlight recovering (post-corruption/post-villain era). Permanent scars on her horn & neck, only her hooves smh are clearer.

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The corrupted 'savior' form of Moonlight Eclipse...

Initially, I didn't gave her a name while I was writing the fanfic... but after sometime, I decided this version of Moonlight is called "Divine Eclipse". Since she believes she's the 'Savior of Equestria' / 'Goddess of Righteousness', I thought that the term "Divine" fits her belief, and I kept the "Eclipse" as it forms this symbolic contrast-

'Divine' = supposedly good; "Eclipse" = darkness.

Sooo... yeah. Moonlight probably also wants to name that part of her "Divine Eclipse" not because she's proud of it- but she wants to like separate that entity or part away from her normal self.

Also clear image of Divine Eclipse below:

Extra detail yap:

Her wings are SMOKE. Not true alicorn wings, but smoke from the excess magic flowing from dark energy, so she can obviously fly, but not permanently.

Her cutie mark changed too! It's now a total (solar) eclipse, with a giant four-pointed purple star in the center.

Her mane and tail are still short, but they now float because from the fanfic, Moonlight consumed Nightmare Moon's energy (from Luna) & Daybreaker's energy (from Celestia), which also caused her mane & tail to float in the air just like the princesses.

Independent Magic Researcher

Former Villain (unfortunately)

Residence: Ponyville, Equestria (previously Canterlot)

Alignment: Neutral

Cutie Mark:

Pet: A fluffy black kitten named Midnight.

Appearance:

Body Skin: Desaturaed purple

Eyes: Violet

Mane style & Tail: Short, slightly wavy, black mane + tail, with a single white streak

Scars: Horns, Neck (covered by collar)

Personality:

MBTI: INTJ-T

She has social anxiety and often spends her time alone, and she doesn't mind it. Only exception is her cat of course.

Once you get to know her, she tends to be very passionate about her studies and interests. Becoming less guarded, but still highly self-conscious.

At first, she believes with an "all good" or "all bad" mindset towards other ponies, but currently, she knows the complexities of ponies behavior and morals.

Likes:

Quiet environments

Research and studying

Midnight

Nighttime, talking to the moon

Coffee

Dislikes:

Large crowds

Being the center of attention

Conflict

Feeling out of control

Being reminded of her villainous past

Strengths:

Exceptionally gifted in magical theory

Strong problem-solving skills

Deep empathy for others

Highly determined

Naturally protective of vulnerable ponies

Weaknesses:

Social anxiety

Perfectionist tendencies

Difficulty forgiving herself

Can become obsessive when pursuing a goal

Often isolates herself when stressed

Magical Abilities:

Moonlight specializes in advanced magical research and spellcraft.

Her magic manifests as a vivid purple glow.

Areas of expertise include:

Magical containment

Dark Energy manipulation

Spell analysis

Ancient magical studies

Plot Summary:

Moonlight Eclipse began as a gifted unicorn who idolized Princess Luna and believed that everypony deserved redemption. After witnessing Luna's return from Nightmare Moon, Moonlight became obsessed with the idea of removing evil from others through magic. Misunderstanding the true nature of redemption, she developed a dangerous spell capable of extracting negative emotions and gradually transformed Ponyville into a town of unnaturally obedient ponies. Corrupted by the darkness she absorbed, Moonlight eventually attempted to "cleanse" all of Equestria before being confronted by Twilight Sparkle and the power of friendship. Following her defeat and redemption, she now spends her life learning a lesson she once failed to understand: true goodness cannot be forced, and forgiveness includes forgiving oneself.

Fun Facts:

Moonlight's favorite princess has always been Princess Luna. She still talks to the moon late at nights, a habit she never really gotten rid of since she was used to it as a filly who knew Luna was still imprisoned at the moon.

She talks more comfortably to her cat than to most ponies. Not other animals, just her cat. (She's js as scared of handling other animals as with talking to other ponies)

She still gets embarrassed whenever somepony mentions her former cult. But she'll pretend it doesn’t bother her anymore. (Her twitching hooves would give it away tho)

Trixie insists the corrupted smoke wings were "objectively and aesthetically awesome." Moonlight secretly agrees and hates that she agrees.

Her greatest fear is becoming her corrupted self again.

She still gets nightmares about becoming her corrupted self. Luna visits her dreams to get rid of the nightmares of course. (Moonlight secretly wishes she gets more nightmares so Luna can visit her dreams often-)

If given the choice between attending a party or staying home with a book, she will choose the book. But if you say "the party has coffee treats", Moonlight would actually reconsider.

"..."

"Would thou prefer a moment?"

"Several..."

Luna smiled, just slightly. Moonlight wanted to die, not literally. Just... metaphorically. Socially. Emotionally. Spiritually.

Eventually she managed to sit upright. Her mane looked terrible, a leaf was stuck in it which she didn't notice.

Luna noticed, but chose not to mention it. The silence that followed was unbearable. Moonlight stared at the ground. Luna stared at Moonlight. Midnight stared at both of them. Finally—

"Princess Luna.", Moonlight immediately cringed at herself, it sounded too formal and awkward.

Luna tilted her head, "Moonlight Eclipse."

OH CELESTIA.

The Princess of the Night knew her name. Moonlight nearly passed out again. Luna pretended not to notice, though she absolutely noticed. A small smile touched her lips, "I have been meaning to speak with thee."

Moonlight's stomach dropped, "Ah..."

Ah. The "consequences" conversation. Wonderful.

Moonlight looked away, "You don't have to..."

Luna frowned slightly, "I beg thy pardon?"

"I-I mean...", Moonlight swallowed. "You don't have to be nice." The words escaped before she could stop them. "I know what I did."

The night grew quieter.

Moonlight kept staring at the ground, unable to look at her. "I know I hurt ponies.", her voice shook. "I know I hurt you."

A pause.

"I know I don't deserve—"

"No.", Luna cuts in, though her voice wasn't angry. It wasn't harsh, but it was firm. "No."

Moonlight slowly looked up. Luna was staring directly at her, "Do not finish that sentence."

"What?", Moonlight blinked. Luna's gaze softened, "Because I know exactly where that sentence ends."

Moonlight's breath caught. Luna continued quietly, "I have spoken those same words."

Moonlight stared.

"'I do not deserve forgiveness.'", Luna recited it effortlessly, like a memory. "'I do not deserve kindness.' 'I do not deserve friendship.' 'I do not deserve another chance.'"

Moonlight felt her chest tighten because she had thought every single one of those things. Every day.

Luna smiled sadly, "I know."

The words almost broke her because Luna wasn't judging her. Luna understood. Moonlight's eyes became wet again.

"No."

Luna raised an eyebrow, "No?"

Moonlight shook her head, "It's different." Her voice cracked. "You were Nightmare Moon."

Luna winced. Moonlight immediately panicked. "N-NOT THAT THAT'S A GOOD THING."

Luna blinked, "I am aware."

Moonlight continued spiraling, "What I mean is—"

"Oh dear.", Luna sighed. "Moonlight..."

"— I grew up admiring you and then I accidentally became a cult leader and brainwashed Equestria and then I controlled YOU and now we're having a conversation and I don't know what to do—"

Luna started laughing. Moonlight stopped, the sudden laughter caught her off guard. But the laughter wasn't mocking, it was genuine.

And Moonlight had never heard Princess Luna laugh like that before. Eventually Luna wiped a tear from her eye, "Oh my."

"...", Moonlight stared. "...was that funny?"

"In a way."

Moonlight looked offended, but Luna looked delighted. And somehow... the conversation felt normal. Luna eventually sighed, looking toward the moon.

"When I returned...", the amusement faded. "I believed everypony would forever see Nightmare Moon."

Moonlight listened quietly.

"I believed my mistakes would become my identity.", a pause. "I believed I would forever be remembered as a monster."

Moonlight lowered her gaze, because that sounded painfully familiar. Luna smiled faintly, "I was wrong."

Moonlight looked up as well, Luna continues.

"Some ponies remembered.", another pause. "Some still do. But that is not all they see."

The Princess looked directly at her. "Nor is it all I see."

Moonlight felt tears forming again. Oh no. Not again.

Luna wasn't finished, "Moonlight."

The purple unicorn straightened instinctively.

"When thou were a filly...", Luna spoke softly. "...how didst thou view me?"

Moonlight answered immediately, "You were kind. Just misunderstood. You made mistakes, but you weren't evil at first."

Luna smiled. "Then why canst thou not extend the same kindness to thyself?"

Direct hit. Critical damage. Moonlight.exe has stopped responding.

The unicorn opened her mouth. Closed it. Opened it again. Nothing came out. Because she genuinely didn't have an answer.

And Luna knew it. The Princess gently nudged Moonlight's shoulder. Not as a ruler but as a friend.

"Thou art not the darkness that consumed thee."

Moonlight's eyes widened.

"Nor art thou the mistakes thou hast made." The moonlight reflected softly in Luna's eyes, "Thou art the pony who chose to return."

Moonlight stared into her eyes, before she wraps her hooves and pulls herself into a sudden hug. Luna froze, but then smiled softly. Moonlight lets out a breath she didn't knew she had been holding. "Thank you..."