While working on Patreon reward and commission stuff I took a break to do some studies of one of Luna’s Mares-in-Waiting in my Equestria dreamscape. The unicorn mare Silk Cords. In many ways she’s one of Luna’s most effective operatives.
 
One reason is that many ponies see her friendly, relaxed calm, laid back demeanor, and don’t perceive her as being a competent combatant. Even when she’s fighting her martial art style looks more like rhythmic floor gymnastic mixed with an interpretive dance routine.
 
Even her fellow Mares-in-Waiting often find her challenging and difficult opponent who often gets the best of them.