Evil counterparts of the party idea.
Sugar Rush - f. juicer unicorn. Rocket Fork - m. an earth pony that shoots two (blackpowder) rockets at once from a backpack launcher. Horseshoe - f. pegasus who throws horseshoes. Thistle - f. pegasus rogue who is fond of poisonous thorn weapons Ruby Ruse - f. unicorn illusionist. Rev. Z - m. zebra preacher.
They might beat the party to one or more elements.