Dark Horse

I would have guessed....uh..Irelestria.  

@Kyoshi The secret northern lands of "Boyosia"

It is like how I live in Indiastria. Rolls off the tongue.  

Just rolls off of your tongue!

That screams for a celebration.

Daaaaaarkyyyyyyy he'ssssssss the Stallion.

Alrighty. Thanks!

Um... Is the story OK?

Did I leave out anything crucial?

@Pugilistic Plant

Well, I realize we have only been acquainted a short time, but in that time I have had the pleasure of getting to know an honest and kindhearted individual who clearly cares for the well-being of his friends. Perhaps that can be both a blessing and a curse, as it means you may take bad news a little harder than some of us and worry over losing those close to you, but I feel that just helps to reinforce what a true and reliable friend you can be. I'd say with the right person who understands your traits and even appreciates them, that you would be able to form a strong and solid friendship and prove yourself an invaluable pal who would always look out for them.

And you're into Pokemon and Japanese culture, what's not to love?

Seriously though, you show a good level of maturity and insight, especially with some of the prior interactions I've had with Master Pocky. Don't let your a few "negative" traits be the sole things that have to define you. You are much more than that.

Thank you, @Dark Horse. That means more to me than words can say.

@Pugilistic Plant Don't mention it. You owe it to yourself!

Hello Master @Dark Horse. I am feeling extremely unhappy. I had another dream about my fallen Sensei last night, so I'm feeling very emotional. I also found out from my mma colleagues that my so-called friend responsible for his death is wanted for other crimes that he has kept hidden from me for so long. As it turns out he has multiple outstanding warrants, including other murders in the past. I am beyond frightened. He has been sentenced to death. Thank GOD he didn't get me too. All those years together mean nothing and have been wasted on him. And yet I still feel bad for him because a small part of me actually cherished those good memories. I don't know what to think or feel anymore... I could just crawl into a hole right now.

My friend, I am so so sorry. I can only imagine how this must all feel for you. Like some bad nightmare. I understand if you have trouble trusting anybody after this, but please, if there is anything I can do for you or any way to help ease you through this difficult period, you need only ask me. I will support to the best of my ability. Of course, feel free to share within our Life Advice section if you just need some additional shoulders to lean on. I can guarantee that the community will come to your aid.

Stay strong. None of this is your fault, you couldn't have known.

I just can't stop crying... My eyes are in so much pain right now... Maybe I'm just no good at making friends...

german offices in a nutshell.

The left hand dosen't know what the right does.

I'm not dark horse, but let me shed some light. A cutie mark usually respects a special talent in that particular field of study. See, fluttershy tends to animals, and hers is butterflies.

You have an interest in martial arts, so I would assume your mark would be something relating to that.

@Pugilistic Plant

That could just be it! Yes... I think it would match you perfectly.

Is that the fighting type logo?

Ah! I'm glad to hear from you Master Pocky! I'm faring surprisingly well this evening, although it wasn't the greatest of days for me admittedly. Just some silly background stuff that got on my nerves. =/

Nevertheless, I don't intend to let it dwell on my mind for long. I've just been relaxing my mind for the past couple of hours and it seems to have helped.

Thanks for checking up on me though. Hope this day finds you well?

It has, indeed, sir! The students are doing well in their new training regimens inspired by your words of wisdom on the subject matter of magic. They are all deeply focused on honoring you now! Master Anu is quite pleased as well with our progress. I have even learned a new technique based on your teachings, Master @Dark Horse! It is called "Solar Beam!"

Really?

I'm... honored, truly. Not even sure what to say, but I'm so pleased to hear that my advice has been an inspiration for your students. While it wasn't my intention to have them honor me, you can pass along that I hope they continue reaching to greater heights because of it! Please pass along my regards to Master Anu too.

That's a powerful technique @Pugilistic Plant! Use it wisely. The most powerful of magic is capable of great harm if not wielded correctly. Many examples of that in the past. But I know you have the temperament and skill to use it for good!

Oh, I'm real sorry to hear that. School can be tough enough as is, and it sounds like you had it especially rough. =/

On the upside, it motivated you towards something you now obviously enjoy very much. I hope that also helped restore your confidence overtime. Martial Arts can be much more than just simple self-defense techniques. Some others I know who practice it consider it to be great stress-relief and helps focus the mind.

Only during my childhood years in school was it full of peace and support. But beyond that it was an incessant hell. My parents were no help either, and between school and home I never got a break. Indeed, I've had a very rough life growing up. A life full of silent suppressed resentment and unnoticed tears. But you know something? The world didn't come to an end. The fact that I'm still standing is a victory. Every breath I take is a victory.

Sometimes we have to survive through difficult times to reach the light again. I think the fact that you are still standing and have only strengthened your ideals after it was all said and done is a testament to your willpower. Many people might not have.

Remember that, and let it fuel your resolve to remain strong in the face of petty cruelty, and show that there are still good people in the world.

Thank you!!! Today's been absolutely amazing!

Glad to hear it!