Although Shatter and Dropkick are working partners and not romantic partners, they sure act like it sometimes. Particularly when they get into a disagreement. Dropkick more like sits there in annoyance while Shatter yells at him, occasionally, Dropkick likes to pull the "Kissing" thing to make things up. Ponies like to make fun of them sometimes…And no, Dropkick actually doesn't shine and have the crystal texture all the time, it just happens every now and again. But it's also because he's half Crystal pony. He mostly shines when the Crystal Heart is producing it's special "Magic" and he's affected by it, but it comes and goes. But for much of the time, he is a normal color, but the only trait of the Crystal Pony is his gradient mane, but he likes the crystal reflections in his eyes. Shatter isn't usually bothered by it, although many ponies are cautious.