I always like it when we have a holiday or some sort of special real-life event for the NATG. It gives us a reason to share a bit about ourselves while having a bit of fun in the process. But now that the celebrating is over, it's time to get back to the grindstone! We're almost at the finish!
For today we managed to bring in 58 ponies which brings us up to 1867 ponies in total! Well done!
As the final days of the NATG are fast approaching, I can tell the fatigue is starting to creep in, if even just a little bit. The NATG is certainly a marathon, no matter the skill level, but I believe by giving you all so much in such a short time you've learned a bit about what you do well and what you can improve. While it does lead to growth, there is no denying how tiring it can be so for today I would like you to Draw a pony who is dead tired / Draw a pony running on empty.
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3 Sundown Nightmare Nights. - KiwiPLUR
Some things you never grow out of. Watching spooky movies in costume with friends is one of these things, and I wouldn't have it any other gay. WAY. way. I meant way.
Some things you never grow out of. Watching spooky movies in costume with friends is one of these things, and I wouldn't have it any other gay. WAY. way. I meant way.
5 NATG XIII Day 25: Holiday Gifts - AceBlazewing
Merry Christmas (or Happy Hearth's Warming) in July! =P
Merry Christmas (or Happy Hearth's Warming) in July! =P
7 ATG-2023-25 Luna Likes To Move It In Her Nightmare Night Costume Animation - Wissle
Luna loves having fun at Nightmare Night. Animated at Source and animated with sound at the link when you click Wissle
Luna loves having fun at Nightmare Night. Animated at Source and animated with sound at the link when you click Wissle
12 Glinting Reminiscences - EveryDayDashie
And who would've guessed it? The return of the ball setting! Except this time he found himself awake and galloped through the corridor, only to spot an empty but oddly familiar ballroom. It was the same room as the one we had during our NATG XIII ball at the beginning. So I peeked my head slightly into the room, seeing the dimmed purple ambient lights around after the event, and also the memories we had during the night. I was struck by another bizarre feeling again, but this time I could feel the sentiments and realization deeply. Everything feels so different, and so is this second encounter of a familiar place...
And who would've guessed it? The return of the ball setting! Except this time he found himself awake and galloped through the corridor, only to spot an empty but oddly familiar ballroom. It was the same room as the one we had during our NATG XIII ball at the beginning. So I peeked my head slightly into the room, seeing the dimmed purple ambient lights around after the event, and also the memories we had during the night. I was struck by another bizarre feeling again, but this time I could feel the sentiments and realization deeply. Everything feels so different, and so is this second encounter of a familiar place...
13 R. Dash taking a cloud breather - KevinHz19
Rainbow Dash, being the silly napping pegasus, napping on a cloud to take a breather. Clearing the sky of clouds in ten seconds does take the energy out of her
Rainbow Dash, being the silly napping pegasus, napping on a cloud to take a breather. Clearing the sky of clouds in ten seconds does take the energy out of her
18 Pretty lights - Ragmo
Just something very quick today. I rly love New Years, the sounds, the lights, the smell... didnt know how much i missed it after it wasnt possible for 2 years
Just something very quick today. I rly love New Years, the sounds, the lights, the smell... didnt know how much i missed it after it wasnt possible for 2 years
20 The young six (both Equestians and Humans) gather around to celebrate 4th of July in Equestria. - tarkan809
22 Que viva Mexico lindo y querido - Santi0095
Spanish moment :v (also, sorry if it an old drawing, but hope it still counts)
Spanish moment :v (also, sorry if it an old drawing, but hope it still counts)
23 Just Keep Breathin - Alyssa Rice
I was originally going to draw my three main MLP OCs celebrating their favorite holidays for this prompt, but instead, I ended up drawing... this. I think it's nice to take a break and breathe once in a while. :)
I was originally going to draw my three main MLP OCs celebrating their favorite holidays for this prompt, but instead, I ended up drawing... this. I think it's nice to take a break and breathe once in a while. :)
27 Exploding Colors - Lifes Harbinger
Silver and Liberty sit together to enjoy the light show in the night sky. I'm not sure what the occasion is for, but watching fireworks is always a fun activity.
Silver and Liberty sit together to enjoy the light show in the night sky. I'm not sure what the occasion is for, but watching fireworks is always a fun activity.
30 King Of Halloween - Lili Dash!
"Hey, all I need is a different cape and I can pass as a vampire. Now, where's my candy?" Halloween is my favorite holiday, and it fits naturally with Sombra! I chose to do this piece in a more scribbly style so I could focus more on shading and light.
"Hey, all I need is a different cape and I can pass as a vampire. Now, where's my candy?" Halloween is my favorite holiday, and it fits naturally with Sombra! I chose to do this piece in a more scribbly style so I could focus more on shading and light.
31 2023 NATG day 25 - A Pony Taking a Breather - C_||_R
[image cropped for semi-grimdark] Just a couple hundred moons ago, the Scrapers (sometimes called the Scrappers) were a nearly reputable gang of prospectors who found their speciality in Stable harvesting. You know how the Wasteland goes though; setbacks large and small -to say nothing of the loss of leaders with as much compassion as sense- tend to take their toll on a group’s scruples.
[image cropped for semi-grimdark] Just a couple hundred moons ago, the Scrapers (sometimes called the Scrappers) were a nearly reputable gang of prospectors who found their speciality in Stable harvesting. You know how the Wasteland goes though; setbacks large and small -to say nothing of the loss of leaders with as much compassion as sense- tend to take their toll on a group’s scruples.
34 Rarity's Costume - Aethereus Entropy
Happy Nighmare Night! Rarity has decided to dress up as Toothless Halloween is my favorite holiday :3
Happy Nighmare Night! Rarity has decided to dress up as Toothless Halloween is my favorite holiday :3
35 Bringing in the Tree - Ebony Crystal
It was almost Hearth's Warming Eve again and of course that's Ebony's favorite time of year, even more so after finding out it was Artistic's favorite holiday, too. The pair teamed up to host the tree trimming party at her place and picked up the biggest tree they could find. It took both of them with their magics together to bring it to the door. They couldn't wait for their friends to come over so they could see it for themselves!
It was almost Hearth's Warming Eve again and of course that's Ebony's favorite time of year, even more so after finding out it was Artistic's favorite holiday, too. The pair teamed up to host the tree trimming party at her place and picked up the biggest tree they could find. It took both of them with their magics together to bring it to the door. They couldn't wait for their friends to come over so they could see it for themselves!
37 Hearth's Warming Pastries - Novaintellus
Hee hee, she certainly looks content, have a happy Hearth's Warming you two!
Hee hee, she certainly looks content, have a happy Hearth's Warming you two!
39 Catching a Break - Mintwhistle
The unlucky, long-suffering Posey Bloom manages to catch a break for once! Here, she's at an ice cream/coffee shop with her best friend (and potential girlfriend?) Windy. It also features Sky Skimmer from G2, who I've been planning to use in a prompt since Day 20 (though I'm probably going to use a different shade of yellow next time).
The unlucky, long-suffering Posey Bloom manages to catch a break for once! Here, she's at an ice cream/coffee shop with her best friend (and potential girlfriend?) Windy. It also features Sky Skimmer from G2, who I've been planning to use in a prompt since Day 20 (though I'm probably going to use a different shade of yellow next time).
40 lantern festivity thing - Vapor Trail
originally for prompt 21 and it sorta worked for this prompt too
originally for prompt 21 and it sorta worked for this prompt too
45 How Ya Doing Son? - SOENJAY
I'm an introvert, so 6 hours of constant people-ing (even if they're my own family) can get overwhelming. Luckily when I was young they all understood that and didn't mind when I retreated up into my room for a bit to just recharge. I thought I'd parody the wholesome version of the "Are ya winning son?" meme, and I've gotta say, I'm quite chuffed with the result.
I'm an introvert, so 6 hours of constant people-ing (even if they're my own family) can get overwhelming. Luckily when I was young they all understood that and didn't mind when I retreated up into my room for a bit to just recharge. I thought I'd parody the wholesome version of the "Are ya winning son?" meme, and I've gotta say, I'm quite chuffed with the result.
46 Breath - Frith
It's always a good idea to take a breather while swimming. The more you breathe, the less you drown! And that's one to grow on. *rainbow*
It's always a good idea to take a breather while swimming. The more you breathe, the less you drown! And that's one to grow on. *rainbow*
48 Halfway There - EmilyLsArt
Pastel Brightheart reaches the halfway point of her first NATG! Just five more prompts to go...
Pastel Brightheart reaches the halfway point of her first NATG! Just five more prompts to go...
50 New Year Chrysalis - Cahan
This is redraw of my older drawing. This one: https://www.deviantart.com/cahandariella/art/Chrysalis-811360505
This is redraw of my older drawing. This one: https://www.deviantart.com/cahandariella/art/Chrysalis-811360505
54 Taking it Sleeping Down - Optimistic Neighsayer
The struggle continues, but sometimes, you need to rest.
The struggle continues, but sometimes, you need to rest.
55 Pyrotechnic Pipp - SazerLite
Pipp can belt out louder than any fireworks show. Happy Independence Day!
Pipp can belt out louder than any fireworks show. Happy Independence Day!
58 Chrysalis On The Prowl - Khazard
Would changelings need to disguise for Nightmare Night? Could easily play themselves off as being a costume I bet
Would changelings need to disguise for Nightmare Night? Could easily play themselves off as being a costume I bet
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