Ep 30. Shadow Play - Part 1

The episode Shadow Play - Part 1 is the first part of the two-part season finale for My Little Pony Friendship is Magic season 7. The episode features the return of Starswirl the Bearded, a legendary unicorn who lived over a thousand years ago, and is considered one of the most powerful and skilled magic users in Equestria's history.

The episode begins with Twilight Sparkle and her friends discovering a secret chamber beneath the old Castle of the Two Sisters. In the chamber, they find a series of ancient magical artifacts, including a book of spells written by Starswirl the Bearded himself. As they explore the chamber, they begin to uncover clues about an ancient and powerful villain, who Starswirl and his companions once defeated and sealed away using the Elements of Harmony.

As they dig deeper into the mystery, Twilight and her friends learn that the villain, who is simply called "the Pony of Shadows," is still alive and seeks to escape his prison and wreak havoc on Equestria once again. They also discover that Starswirl and his companions sacrificed themselves to use the Elements of Harmony to seal away the Pony of Shadows, and that their spirits have been trapped in limbo ever since.

With the help of Spike and a lost book of magic, Twilight and her friends are able to summon the spirits of Starswirl and his companions, and they begin to work together to find a way to defeat the Pony of Shadows once and for all. However, as they learn more about the villain and his plans, they realize that they may be facing a threat greater than anything they have ever encountered before.

Shadow Play - Part 1 is a thrilling episode that sets up the epic season finale of My Little Pony Friendship is Magic season 7. It features the introduction of a fascinating new villain, as well as the return of beloved characters and the exploration of Equestria's rich history and lore. The episode is full of magic, mystery, and action, and sets the stage for an unforgettable conclusion to the season.