Cactus Codex

Pony blogger, actual cactus, artist, writer, computer scientist, and linguist. New Jersey / Pennsylvania | 21 | male, he/him/his | asexual hispanic | Cereus repandus, or Peruvian apple cactus

If you were drawing right now, what would you draw?

Asked by Anonymous

I’d be bouncing between a Diaries update and some Apple Bloom sketches.

Mr. Cactus, when you started on the works that would eventually become Post Crusade, what made you decide to emphasize Apple Bloom's artistic ability? That side of her was presented in "The Show Stoppers" but then was largely ignored in favor of her talents in construction and later in making potions.

Asked by Anonymous

The Proto-PC works were written during FiM’s second season. At the time, there wasn’t any other theory for AB’s talent other than art/design as seen in “Show Stoppers.” Other than the Zap Apple talent theory, which I though was the stupidest theory ever at the time. (I still dislike it.)

Notice how I said art/design. That’s my future-proofing effort, and will be touched upon later in PC.

I never thought potions would become a possibility. But it makes sense because of a certain friendly zebra.

You aren't sick, are you? Did something happen?

Asked by Anonymous

Nope. This is a normal thing, kinda.

I have asthma, currently take immunization shots, and currently wearing braces. Asthma tests are annual, and immunization and orthodontist checks are monthly.

For some reason, all THREE of the respective appointments fell on the exact same day today. So I had to wake up at 8 and be on the road hopping around for 5 hours.

Hey Cactus, what's your problem with Tennessee? Some of your fans are from there, you know.

Asked by Anonymous

Good friend naterrang lives there, Anon. Just being silly.

I hold nothing against anyone from the Volunteer State.

HEY. CACTUS MAN. Do you read the IDW comics? Well, you better start if you don't. The previews for the upcoming CMC + Discord issue just came out and I get the feeling that this issue will be extremely relevant to your interests. (Especially Sweetie Belle. I shit you not, in this issue she's wearing glasses just like PC Sweetie Belle does.)

Asked by Anonymous

WHAT

PROOF. I NEED PROOF.

How badly do you want to slurp a Slurpee? (I am amazing at this TMI stuff)

Asked by spiltdip

Right now? Not really.

It’s too damn cold for a slurpee. And the 7-11 clerk always gives me a dirty look when I go there.

Is there a possibility of a de-needled cactus appearing in your sexual activites? (You asked to TMI, this is the best I can come up with o3o)

Asked by project-sharius

Not sure what you’re asking here. ._.

Are you referring to a dildo? And if you are, then are you referring to the use of it in real life, or in my art?

If the former, than no. Sounds painful, even without the needles. x_x

If the latter, than just wait and see. :2

Any big plans you're thinking about?

Asked by dead-mare-trotting

In life, I plan to go to college, make it through college, get a stable job somewhere, and have my own small house.

As much as I want to dream big, I’m unfortunately a mild pessimist and don’t expect a smooth going. So basics are the way to go,

HOWEVER. I would love to one day go on a cross-country road trip. Because I simply love traveling.

Mr. Ham, I've said it a few months ago, but I seriously do think you could draw anthro ponies well. You obviously have ideas on a good look for them and you are able to draw hands to at least some decent extent (see the various pics of Spike you've done). If you have time for it, could you give it a try? (and I know this isn't a TMI ask but oh well :x)

Asked by Anonymous

I have tried a couple times.

But I struggle a lot with hands and the lower body. That, and I would have to come up with a new art style to make them work the way I want them to.

Maybe someday I’ll be able to draw a decent pose that’s worthy enough to be posted.

wheres the weirdest pace you've done the deed

Asked by Anonymous

The guest bathroom at my family’s house in Peru.

Humid as hell AND cold because desert winters.

0/10 bad idea never do it again

(I know it’s not exactly weird, but bear with me here. I don’t get out much. ._.’)

What kind of pony porn do you prefer (anthro, human, pony, all of them) and why?

Asked by wheatley-draws

I like all of them, but I prefer the pony form.

As to why, I’m not entirely sure. It might be due to their smaller size and arguably cuter build.

Anthro is the middle ground, and I’m actually pretty picky with that. I hate to say this, but some artists draw waaaaaaay better anthros than others. I like them to have the human build, but retain some pony parts such as wings, the horn, hooves, etc. Not the whole head, though. If it’s just a pony head glued to a colored human body, than no.