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A group of friends given the task to create a shared, improvised entertainment experience will naturally result in a few clowns and comedians.

Now that I think about it, there’s a lot to be said about the parallels between roleplaying games and improv games…

Rarity: I put on an air of humble contentment as I enter the garden. I am Dainty Dove, and I am simply happy to be here. Trying not to look too eager, I scan the crowd for Fancy Pants.
Rainbow Dash: Thundercloud to Base. Thundercloud to Base. The Marshmallow has entered The Zone. Repeat, the Marshmallow has entered The Zone. Over.
Applejack: Roger that, Thundercloud. Standby for roleplaying. Over.
Rarity: Oh, you two… Could you save your heckling for after the session, please?
Rainbow Dash: What are you talking about?
Applejack: We’re not heckling, we’re riffing.
Rainbow Dash: Yeah, this is totally different!
Applejack: Riffing is more respectful.
Rainbow Dash: Totally respectful.
(beat)
Rainbow Dash: Heheh. Okay, okay, we’ll be quiet now. Had to get at least ONE joke in.