GUYS
I JUST REALIZED.
HE WAS THERE THE WHOLE TIME!
PLOT TWIST.
It makes sense since he’d probably go wherever he last knew Luna and Celestia’s caste was. Since he broke loose during Cerberus’ absence it’s definitely reasonable he’d be there!
If this isnt just a case of asset reuse, and is actual foreshadowing, then well fucking done to the crew!
See, this is what 26-episode season do to you. I FORGOT ALL ABOUT IT.