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Mack is a draught pony originating from a small town in Emerald Isle called Dunmarey. He moved to Ponyville to be with his childhood friend (now fillyfriend) Chic Pea. Having settled into a steady career as Ponyville's blacksmith Mack has taken to Tumblr in order to get to know more about the ponies around him in his new home!

History

Mack grew up in the small town of Dunmarey, a central town in the distant land of Emerald Isle. He lived with his family at the town's vegetable farm and was the only member of his family to not work on the farm. At an early age he developed a deep friendship with one of the young ponies working for his father; a young filly by the name of Chic Pea. His new formed friendship with Chic Pea was a strong bond that would never be broken.

As he grew older it became obvious to the locals that Mack was going to be a tall pony. at such a young age he was already nearing his father, Mackintosh senior, in size. Henceforth many ponies began to refer to him as 'Big Mackintosh'.

At the age of ten Mack lost both his parents within a few months of each other. His mother, Lia, died giving birth to his youngest sister, Tia. His father, filled with grief, fell into a lapse of silence. During the Winter months Mackintosh senior fell ill and was claimed by pneumonia.

Cutie mark

With his parents gone Mack and his brothers and sisters were left to look after themselves. His eldest brother and sister, Digger and Mia, were both of age and decided to both continue running the farm and look after Mack's younger brother Dug and their new baby sister. Not one to sit back and do nothing Mack decided to find a job in the town of Dunmarey. It was here he met the local blacksmith Ironside. The blacksmith took pity on the young colt and gave him a daily job cleaning the smithy.

Mack was entranced by the work Ironside performed day in and day out. He found himself watching the smith as he worked rather than pay attention to his own duties. One day Ironside set off for lunch, forgetting he had left an unfinished bracket in the furnace. Mack took to the open opportunity before him and followed every step he had memorised from watching Ironside. When the smith returned he found that Mack had not only completed the job to a high standard, he had also gained an anvil cutie mark as proof of his natural ability.

Ironside told Mack to throw down his mop and brush and offered him an apprenticeship in blacksmithing, an offer Mack couldn't refuse.

Chic Pea's promise

As Mack grew older he found himself both seeking new techniques in his work and creating his own. His relationship with Chic Pea had strengthened over time and the two began to date each other when they came of age. It was obvious to all around them that their relationship was unbreakable. However this was not to last. After two months together Chic Pea came to Mack with some news she knew would break his heart.

Her parents were moving to Equestria and she was going with them. As heartbroken as he was, Mack had come up with what he thought to be a solution. in his search for new smithing techniques he discovered the anicent tales of the goblins of Bethmoora. The goblins were the best smiths in the known world and were famous for their attention to detail. Many ponies had travelled to Bethmoora to learn their secrets and none had returned.

Mack came to Chic Pea to tell her he had an idea to change their minds. Before he could tell her his plan, Chic Pea cut him short. She didn't want him to endanger his life just so he could get the money to move to Equestria with her. She made him promise never to go to Bethmoora, a promise he failed to keep. Two days later Chic Pea and her parents set sail for Equestria, never to return again.

Life in Ponyville

The Princess of Emerald Isle, the great unicorn Princess Shamrock, allowed Mack to move to Equestria on one condition; that he bear his Great Grandfather's Noble status and represent her on the Equestrian board of govenors. Desperate to get to Equestria as soon as possible Mack agreed and was presented with his Great Grandfather's armor and sword.

When Mack arrived on the shores of Equestria he knew he had a long journey ahead of him if ever he was to see his love again. He had planned his route thoroughly and after many days trotting from town to town he finally arrived at his destination; Ponyville.

Many ponies stared at Mack as he made his way through the small town. It soon became obvious to Mack that tall and spotted unshorn ponies were all but absent in this town. As uncomfortable as this welcome was it only took one glimpse of that familiar green earth mare to make him feel at home.

Mack has since been living at his cottage with Chic Pea, trying to fit in amongst the ponies of Ponyville. He has made many friends amongst the townsfolk; notably Fuselight, Winterflake and Fullforce. He tends to involve himself in many social events and is always willing to help a friend in need.

He has yet to attend a meeting of the Noble representatives. Being a simple townsfolk pony, such a high class meeting would bore him greatly.

For Mack this new life in Ponyville has had its ups and downs, but he is happy to be here if it means he gets to be with Chic Pea so long as he lives.