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Evil Pink One · January 23, 2021

Light face hoofed himself again, but this time it got a little bit forceful.

" Ouch...." Light is now rubbing his four head.

" For someone who jumps through other dimensions, You should've gotten used to strangers knowing who you are by now. Or who have grudge on you." Light said with a sarcastic tone.

" I'm gonna say it again.... Don't contaminate/ influence other dimensions with other dimensions."

Evil Pink One · January 23, 2021

"......" Light was lost for words.

Instead of questioning Cali's actions he went to Molotov and said, "... Just watch out for her... I think she means no harm... But if you let her loose.. your world will be contaminated with things..."

Light then went to Cali and said, " look. I know a bit about you because another Cali is a part of my team trying to fix dimensions. She's a very good friend of mine and have saved each others butt a lot of times....well she did try to kill everyone in the team... but still, a good friend. I know what your gunna say. "You have friends!?" I'm sure you think that's an impostor of you. But that Cali has gone through a lot, and embraced the most powerful magic.

"so believe me when I say this to you, I have the best intentions for you Cali. So if you stop contaminating this dimension. I'll help you out on this dimension on whatever you are looking for... Because I'm sure whatever you are looking for in this dimension is also contaminating this dimension."

Octavian · January 24, 2021

5 hours ago, Blitz Boom said:

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@abrony-mouse

On 1/21/2021 at 10:16 PM, abrony-mouse said:

"Oh pshaw, I didn't do anything near as much as Daring Do... I'm sure nopony would want to read about plain old Fuchsia Berry." she says half-modestly, but unable to keep the pleasure out of her voice at the compliment.

"Nonsense. Your story have character, and things you do not normally run into, nor hear about. Daring Do have her share of interesting enough tales, but some of them contains pure drivel, that gets tedious to attempt to listen to. I have never personally met her, but from what I hear, by those who have, her publisher is doing her a favor, when it comes to the way she tells her stories herself. It could apparently be quite a bit worse, at times. I think your tales would be a breath of fresh air, and could perhaps fill an interesting spot in the market, for more interesting, yet somewhat shorter duration tales, gathered in a large tome. Most of the big sellers have padded out, single adventure stories. A collection might go fairly well."

Fuchsia nods along, wondering if she would ever seriously publish any of her travels. She was happy to just trot through Equestria, but then she had been inspired by pony tales of travellers to distant lands herself...

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"Be thankful you could not. Nasty little creatures gives off quite the annoying, high pitched screech. It feels as if it tries to drill into your head.

Ah, but you're right. It is time to stop focusing on past glories, and work towards a new tale. Let me just check..."

He'd get up on his hooves slowly, and wander a few steps. He were wobbling some, but he felt better than he did on his way back here, after the initial poisoning.

"Not perfect, but improving steadily. I could see myself properly ready once we reach the entrance. Allow me to prepare my gear first though."

It weren't hard really. Most he'd need, were in a small saddlebag that he floated over and attached to himself. On the other side of the harness holding this in place, appeared to be a machete, firmly within its scabbard. The handle showed that it were of high quality too, though he hadn't put all his eggs into one basket. In fact, he'd float a similar one, also in a scabbard from the tent, and towards Fuchsia.

"May I offer the lady a machete for the trip?"

Fuchsia trots with Billowing Smoke, just in case he falls as he takes his first steps. Her eyes light up with anticipation when he says he is feeling better. "Great!" she exclaims happily. As he is packing up she quickly tidies up her own few things and re-ties her saddlebags, ready for adventure. As she is doing this, Billowing offers her the machete...

"Thanks! Mind if I..." she takes the machete in her mouth and gives it a few experimental swings. As she thought, the heavy blade threw her slight frame off balance when she tried to wield it properly. She returns the machete to her hoof and hands it back to him. "Thanks but I'm not really a machete gal, but there ain't no bush stopped me slithering through." she gestures to her slight frame, coated with jungle mud and slime - very slithery :3

"How about you - want any camouflage?" she offers in turn, reaching into her saddlebag and taking out a box which, on opening, reveals a painter's palette of camouflage colours, from sandy browns of the desert to the vibrant greens of the jungle and everything inbetween. Everything a pink pony might need to blend in.

Midnight_Aurora · January 24, 2021

On 1/23/2021 at 2:01 PM, Blitz Boom said:

Once the shadows were entered, Cacora would find that she wasn't alone anymore. Something - or somepony - were buzzing above her, and if she looked up, she'd see a pair of large eyes, with small pupils, starring down at her. Not with malicious intent though. It seemed more like whoever it were, were just curious and trying to sort of judge how she were.

If light got cast in here, or her eyes got more used to the darkness, Cacora would find that she'd be able to see more of the other one, and well... Fitting for Ponyville, it were a strange sight.

It appeared to be a mare, with thing wings, fluttering like a hummingbirds. However, she also seemed to have a shark tail, and sharp teeth, along with fish scales around her muzzle, that seemed to indicate that she had been eating one of those recently.

She'd flutter closer, and sniff the air around Cacora some, before starting to land.

"...Not frog. Not food. Friend?"

This one had been around town for about a day, and were more in the open yesterday, but had wandered around shadowy places today, to try that too. While doing that, she had spotted Cacora, and just sort of fixated on her for some reason. She weren't even entirely sure why herself

**Cacora gives her a quizical look.** "Friend is possible, but not really sure as to how. I've been alone all my life. So I never learned. I always avoid others when I am not understanding." **Cacora says, while every so often sniffing the air. She then makes to head away from the alley in ponyville. She still seems to be looking for something but not as frantic as she was before.** "Want to join me? Looking for a scent of sorts. I have smelt it several times before, but I have never been able to locate it. To me, it smells sweet as honey."

On 1/23/2021 at 2:01 PM, Blitz Boom said:

@Midnight_Aurora

The mare would turn her head and look at the odd pony. One looking like him weren't something she were exactly used to seeing, but she were not facing him with distaste, awe, or even fear, for that matter. More a sort of curiosity. As if you saw a strange looking frog, and were momentarily surprised about it.

"Child, I have seen things which your mind could not comprehend. Monsters on the regular, which would make you hemorrhage from every opening in your head, for the sheer pleasure of hearing you scream. So forgive me if I find it difficult to fear one with a minor energy imbalance."

She sounded annoyed, which were truly what she were too. Today had not been overly pleasant, and quite frankly, it made her snippy.

"*sigh* I didn't mean to vent at you, child. Today have simply been miserable

**Silverwing says,giving her a calm collected look,** "From a demonic pony's prospective, I probably am like a child, but I can assure you, I am a fully grown being. However magic, if memory serves, never is as one expects. An overload with enough build up can destroy allot. Though with the right tools, I believe it can be avoided. My name is Silverwing. May I ask your name?" **He waits for a response while reading the scroll pertaining to the summoning ritual that summoned him to this world.**

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Windy Breeze · January 24, 2021

@Blitz Boom @Kujamih @Califorum

Luna and Blue stared at the robot spider named Carmen, who is much smaller than the other one Molotov called Felicia. With Light urging them to come inside for their safety and the assurence of Molotov's machineries, the two finally obliged to enter the building. They went inside and followed the others. The two would look around their surroundings, ignoring the conversations.

@Blitz Boom

On 1/22/2021 at 2:24 AM, Blitz Boom said:

"It's okay, Tepe. Windy's part of a troupe of really special, excellent flyers. They're a big thing in Equestria, and having their endorsement, can really help places. A good review by one can make all sorts go thee, to try for themselves, and see if they run into them. ad one though, can also really make things bad. They got a lot of influence, even if I bet they don't always want it to be like that. Right, Windy?"

Windy blushed “Yeah. Me and my team always affects business even we are just walking by, a compliment will make a restaurant very popular while those with even the slightest criticism will led them to... Downfall” she grinned sheepishly. Tepe looks at her, still confused.

“I didn't think you're a very important pony from a very important pegasi group”

Windy waved a hoof at him in denial “No, no! Me and my group aren't that important, but-” she glance behind her, seeing a few costumers and some of the staffs staring at her. She smiled sheepishly at them “You guys can go back to your business. Nothing to see here everypony!” everyone continued to stare at her before finally going back to their own business. Windy glared at Tepe and raised a hoof at her, who flinched in response, though she didn't seem to be the type of mare to hurt somebody, its probably some kind of gesture. She let out a sigh and lowered her hoof “*sigh* I think we're a bit too loud”

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Sekel · January 24, 2021

@Blitz Boom

KARMIC FATE & ATZY

ATZY

"I'm not familiar with my culture either!" Atzy hissed at Enzo in frsutration. She had no idea what was expected of her and she had rushed into things with Dia'Thiz purely to get out of Karmic's mind. She is thankful for what the Gemling queen did for her but now she's suddenly a Gemling princess. She didn't exactly realise just how much responsibility that put on her shoulders. At least not yet. She gritted her teeth and spoke in a mumbled fashion and a slight growl. "Once Mind Reaper has gone away, let's just go through the city."

KARMIC

"Harsh punishment for a Queen," Karmic commented, sitting down in front of Mind Reaper and flicked her tail so it wrapped around her hooves. She took a breath and then let it out slowly, relaxing in what she hoped was safe place in their patch of the gardens. "Do you think ... that Queen Onache could teach Atzy a few things?" she asked in a dreamy tone, sounding like she was away with the fairies now that she's had a chance to actually relax and sit down instead of just following Enzo everywhere.

@Blitz Boom

TWILIGHT SPARKLE

"A legend that turned out to be true and the mare herself is dead," Twilight said quietly, gulping, and went closer to Marepunzel's still body. She lit her horn and in a pinkish hue, grabbed some hair that was still clinging to the skull in her magic. She levitated it over and brought out a test tube in another magical field. Uncorking the tube, the hairs settled in nicely and she recorked it before placing it in her saddlebags. "Okay ... okay ... I have the hair now," she said, and looked at Last, Cherish, and the Manetid. "What I have to do is done here, I think it's best we leave Madame Macabre to her duties," she told them as she trotted closer to the group.

@Blitz Boom

AURORA LIGHTS

Aurora wasn't sure what to make of the voice and decided to go and stand near Lulu and Flaxxy. She felt with she'd have a better at being protected with them than with Happy at the moment, given his inebriated state. At the sound of the balloon popping, Aurora winced at the sound before quickly lifting off a few inches off the ground to get away from the spiders. "Ewwww, I hate spiders," Aurora said with a shiver. "Wait ... did you say draconquuii? They're meant to be extinct!"

@Widdershins

DAWN STREAK

"I heard," Dawn chuckled, unable to stop laughing at the sight of Kaltrops acting like a house cat. "I heard that ... that dragons eat gems. This true? I know Spike, Princess Twilight's assistant, eats them by the wheelbarrow full. If so ... we could possibly go out and find some. Now." Dawn then blushed heavily, unable to stop her feelings from showing on her face and looked away, and at the table beside them. "T-T-Together."

Evil Pink One · January 24, 2021

@Califorum @Blitz Boom @Windy Breeze

"Sure but will you stop with the contamination and i wont bother you." Light put a hoof out gesturing a shake of "HOOVES"(HAND)....

" Cali....shake on it.... Pleaaaase???" Light kinda knows that all Calis are stubborn by default, but has pride on what she does... And a shake of hooves or hands will show what kind of cali she is... A cooperative one. Or a dangerous one.

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Evil Pink One · January 24, 2021

12 minutes ago, Califorum said:

@Kujamih @Blitz Boom @Windy Breeze

Cali put her hands behind her back. "Tell me what you mean about...contamination. If you mean by presence, then this reality is already contaminated." she said in an observing tone.

"True.. i mean we are considered a contaminance... But the contamination i want to avoid is changing this dimensions path.... Sometimes a contaminance wont do nothing like the material i just gave molotov b cause the material i handed over exist in this realm... And that cellphone you just presented has it's negative effects. Because it's not supposed to exist in this universe and the materials don't exist in this universe."

Light paused and pondered some more on what Cali has just said. Is he not seeing something while Cali has?

" wait "Already contaminated"? How?"

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Evil Pink One · January 24, 2021

44 minutes ago, Califorum said:

“Our presence here already is altering this place. We are not meant to be here but, I am fine with staying here for now. I believe that you yourself are also contaminanting according to your definition. Most materials exist in all places. This phone contains gold, lead, copper, aluminum and plastic which obviously exists here. Everything has molecules and atoms and if it doesn’t exist here then the molecules can be rearranged to create it.” Cali said to him.

" Cali i did say that i want to avoid contaminance that doesn't exist in this world.... ponies exist meaning i can allow "US" specific contaminance to somehow as few as possible to contaminate this dimension.... But you turning into human has somehow didn't pollute it in some weird way... Meaning a human has already existed here or has already polluted this place... But that cellphone... Are you sure that that's the only material inside that? And that doesn't mean that if the materials exist that cellphone exist... Like what Molotov has said before... That device has no use for pony kind... And thus no pony would have invented that contraption."

@Blitz Boom @Windy Breeze @Califorum

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Catpone Cerberus · January 24, 2021

@Blitz Boom
"At least this time I got a fight out of it." Ruby commented, she didn't mention anything about Leviathan's kill, mostly because she knew already what she was capable of and wasn't one to compliment others, she looked at Charir's victim as she continued eating the creature in front of her, this was as good of a time for a lunch as any "Have to remember to avoid Charir if I ever anger him during a lightning storm, that looks like it hurt." she then said something to Charir, which seemed to feed his pride more or less, as while he was focused on what he had seen Leviathan do and was feeling smug already from not only the kill, but also Leviathan's cheering tone, whatever Ruby said seemed to make him glow with pride, not literally of course, though it wasn't far off since there was still few sparks of electricity on him. He was both impressed and bit scared by what Leviathan was capable of, but it only the former was visible when he looked at her, as he believed that she had no intentions to harm him.

Charir too took a bite of what he had just killed, mostly to know what it tasted like, and dug out one of its vertebrae, only to clean it up, carve it a bit with his claws, and but it on his free horn like a piece of jewelry.

"You overestimate the ponies, it would take only one like this one..." she was talking about the one she killed "...to take down a big group of pony guards, they and their weapons are not good against something that doesn't fear death." "How could a creature that's out of the fight with single broken bone go against something that still fights after having its throat cut open?" having literally been a pony, she knew just how weak their bodies was and how bad their anatomy was for fighting.
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"I prefer fish anyway, got enough fur during my time at the lake." Nada said, and that would be the last thing she said besides wishing Ziggy and eventually Nerzhei a good rest of the day when they left. She would proceed to settle in, check the river and possibly move few stones here and there, and after she got comfortable and would no longer have anyone around, she would start quietly humming and singing songs about peace, nature, and other positive things.

(I'd say this is good point to end on)
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Scarecrow didn't mind Crow moving around, especially since he seemed to still make sure that they didn't separate, but he made a mental note, which Crow probably also got due to their connection, that he should probably head back to the forest soon enough so that Crow could fly around freely for a while without worries.

"I figured as much, but decided to still ask, because if anyone would have known, it would be you." He replied with a nod after Lyriel's answer "As someone looking from outside in, it's almost fascinating to see just how fragile life is, but ultimately I believe it's a good thing, because when your time is limited, you will more likely take everything out of it." "Meanwhile someone like me who has eternity left in their existence, have trouble finding meaning in anything, because if even time has no meaning, why anything would?" "This doesn't seem to be unique to me either, as the ghost from the house of the two unicorns also seemed to hate its own existence."

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"I have plenty of ways of getting through civilians without harming anyone, so I would simply leave, report to Celestia, and then it would be you in trouble with the elements." the guard said in calm and almost bored sounding voice "I am aware that you are a queen, and thus technically speaking outrank me, but this is not your domain, and here you follow the laws of ponies, so please, let me do my job, and that way you get rid of me faster." there would then be a moment of silence from the all three as the guard waited to see if there was going to be a problem and the siblings got mentally ready to jump out of the nearest window in case the guard started a massacre, the kobolds knew to not pick a fight with one of these.

If there was no further trouble, he would face the siblings, trying to look as friendly as he could "It is true that The Royal guard has night guard and solar guard, but The Solar Guard of The Solar Empire does not exist in this Equestria, nor does the Night Guard of The Realm of the Night, or the Night-Realm as it is more often called." "I'm here simply to do my job, to assure the safety of this Equestria, and while I do understand your dislike of me, I have certainly deserved it, I intend to do no harm to anyone here, and just want to make sure your arrival does not threaten the peace of this land."

"This Equestria?" Trox asked, and while he too spoke in calm tone, it was clear that he saw this guard as an enemy and was mentally prepared to fight him, not that he was in shape to do so, Sheska too had her hand on her waist like she was reaching for a weapon that wasn't there, but she didn't say anything. "As stated, this is a different world, I will not go in too much detail right now, as the emotional load isn't necessarily good for you in your current situation, but just know that most things you know don't exist here, so think it as another place that just happens to also be called Equestria." "What do you want?" "For now I just want to ask few question regarding your arrival here, it shouldn't take long if your changeling friend here doesn't intervene much."

EQ_Theta · January 24, 2021

@Blitz Boom

“That looks delicious! All this is, and how anyone who discovered how to make these things probably wouldn’t know how popular it could get. A nice firm exterior with a juicy filling, then a crunchy outer crust… it really ties everything together. I wouldn’t know how the folks back home would think about this, but if they had a chance to try it it, they might want to figure out how to make these themselves.”

Sen downed the last bits of his slice of fish pie before picking up a slice of the exotic fruit pie. One bit was all it took to get him to pause. He had a look of contentment on his face, seemingly attempting to savor every last bite he could get out of it. Knowing very little of the fruits that commonly grow in Equestria, he couldn’t say what he was eating, only that it was delicious.

“Mmmm… This pie… You should try this, Rosa! If blissful feelings could be experienced through food, this has to be it. It’s so good, but I’m not sure I could tell you what’s in it. The stallion mentioned a combination of fruits, but I don’t know them. Maybe you might know? Only thing I’m sure about is that this could get me to swear off eating anything with meat.”

The longma still had thoughts about ponies butchering creatures for meat, a minority but one still present. For the longma, there was always a measure of respect that each one had to adhere to, lest they disrespect the bounty given to them by nature. But with ponykind, there was a kind of attachment to life that seemed to supersede all alternative forms of thinking. In a sense, all creatures were sacred and that taking a life was a big violation of that line of thinking. Griffons would have some leniency toward that, but having to get over it as a pony may be a lot tougher. Sen didn’t try to comprehend it, only accepting what worked for his own kind and leaving it at that.

Meanwhile, Lin would continue to watch Omen devour the cardboard container while attempting to make sense of the Ki’Nathar’s explanation. Odd tastes would translate to odd descriptions, and funny was something she couldn’t imagine. The pies’ flavors seeping in to the cardboard made sense, but the taste of cardboard itself was very much alien.

“Oh, uh… yes, the fish. Mostly salty, but it’s also little sweet and firm. Whatever the stallion put in pie also makes it rather creamy, though I suppose that’s where the sweet taste comes from. I suppose meat doesn’t work well with pony diets, but I’m not sure why. The longma can eat meat, and I guess we don’t have any side effects from eating it, so you could say it is better for us. Plants and fruits are still more abundant in the forest, which explains why the longma eat more of those.”

“Speaking of fruits, looks like Shrimp is waking up. How about we give him a little something?”

Lin picked up some little pineapple bits from one of the slices of pie and offered some to the little refraction. After spending a lot of time asleep, he would likely be hungry. Good news is, most of the pies they got have fruits, which didn’t deviate from what he’s been eating over the last few days, gems notwithstanding.

Evil Pink One · January 24, 2021

3 hours ago, Califorum said:

@Kujamih

"You don't know that for sure. It is a big world here with lots of individuals that could have done anything in the past. But either way, its already 'contaminated' according to your belief and there's nothing that we can do about it. Oh well." she didn't seem interested in the idea.

"Ahahaha nothing we could do about the contamination?"

"... I don't want to sound like a racist but... That's what got all the humans extinct.... Except with this one dimension i know of... But that one is going downhill as well."

Light sighed.

" Of course... you are a human being after all... Your first instinct is destruction and chaos...hehe i remembered our first mission in a human dimension... We messed that one sooo bad.... Ahmmm... But that doesn't mean you can't do better right?

" If you see someone litter does that mean you can litter there as well? No!

" If a place you just cleaned was littered by someone will you just stand there and do nothing? Would you let your good work go to waste!? No!"

" So what if it's contaminated already? Im not gonna be like does humans who just quits! I'm gonna fix every Dimensions if i have to! So every filly won't have to go through what i have!"

As Light say his speech a breeze hits him making his mane and tail flow through it epically, even though they are inside Molotov's workshop.

( If its okay Blitz boom turned on one of the fans in the workshop and placed it on Light's direction to make him look awesome while he made his speech.)

" How bout you Cali? You still want to follow those human footsteps or our hoof trail?"

@Califorum @Windy Breeze @Blitz Boom

4 minutes ago, Kujamih said:

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Blitz Boom · January 25, 2021

@Midnight_Aurora

On 1/24/2021 at 1:37 AM, Midnight_Aurora said:

**Cacora gives her a quizical look.** "Friend is possible, but not really sure as to how. I've been alone all my life. So I never learned. I always avoid others when I am not understanding." **Cacora says, while every so often sniffing the air. She then makes to head away from the alley in ponyville. She still seems to be looking for something but not as frantic as she was before.** "Want to join me? Looking for a scent of sorts. I have smelt it several times before, but I have never been able to locate it. To me, it smells sweet as honey."

"H-ooooney. Honey."

The odd mare seemed to taste the word as she tried it out, and trotted after Cacora. She had nothing better to do, so she'd follow this new friend, until she thought of something else to do.

"Smell... You hunt? Honey hunt?"

She'd start to sniff the air, but didn't know what honey were, so it were hard to single it out. If she could be shown it though, she may be able to help, as her sense of smell were rather good. Mostly she had experience with blood, but ponies were not food. She understood that much, and could end up helpful. If given a nudge that were. Otherwise, she'd just follow until she knew more.

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@Midnight_Aurora

"I had hoped this world had forgotten what a demon were, long ago. Yet, you are not the first to mention them. Though I wonder if you mean those of your Tartarus, or the truly wicked ones? Because I have seen what lingers in Tartarus, and I am not impressed. Hades' little lackeys does not possess the imaginative cruelty that I have known.

I am Vivid Loss, and I am still more pony than demon. That I have yet lost, throughout the millennia. And if you are as unstable as you claim, it is best if I follow you for a time. You can't permanently kill me, and if need be, I can trap you somewhere you can't do damage to this world. My masters wouldn't be pleased if I let destruction rain upon their home."

She'd eye the scroll, but it weren't one who'd summon demonic entities, so she let him keep his secrecy on this for now. It were rather easy to tell when it were really. Spells requiring blood had something special over them. At least when it came to things related to demons.

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@abrony-mouse

On 1/24/2021 at 1:02 AM, abrony-mouse said:

"Thanks! Mind if I..." she takes the machete in her mouth and gives it a few experimental swings. As she thought, the heavy blade threw her slight frame off balance when she tried to wield it properly. She returns the machete to her hoof and hands it back to him. "Thanks but I'm not really a machete gal, but there ain't no bush stopped me slithering through." she gestures to her slight frame, coated with jungle mud and slime - very slithery :3

"Not a tool for every hoof. A shame I did not bring the lighter one it seems. Alas, that is my error, and not yours. Hopefully it will not end up causing trouble."

He chuckled some as he heard her refer to herself as slippery, and were tempted to make a comment regarding an eel. Yet it seemed a little overly tasteless, so he kept that to himself. For now at least, though it would not last indefinitely, in case he actually did see her slip through some vegetation, and appear to be swallowed up by the jungle. It'd be tasteful though. He weren't overly crude, most of the time.

Stashing the extra machete away, Smokey would pretty much be ready to wander on, and return to the temple. This time with assistance, which could well be helpful. Not only in actually completing this task, but also distracting him from some other thoughts that had made him careless before. It were simpler to ignore those, when you had a colleague here, who depended on you backing them up.

On 1/24/2021 at 1:02 AM, abrony-mouse said:

"How about you - want any camouflage?" she offers in turn, reaching into her saddlebag and taking out a box which, on opening, reveals a painter's palette of camouflage colours, from sandy browns of the desert to the vibrant greens of the jungle and everything inbetween. Everything a pink pony might need to blend in.

"I appreciate the offer, but if need be, I prefer to slink by in my own way."

He'd show what he meant with this, as magic started to roll from his horn, and engulfed him in in a thick layer of smoke. Once it dissipated, he weren't there anymore, but instead some way to the side, where he had moved as the cover were up.

"Rather handy, though in fairness, my colors are darker, so I tend to blend in more naturally in more shaded areas as is. For one of your vibrant color palate, your method are certainly understandable. Do please take all the time you need to prepare. We are in no rush."

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@Califorum

On 1/23/2021 at 8:30 PM, Califorum said:

"How do you know about me, yet I never told my name to anyone? You know something.....you know something about me that I don't want you to know."

"Let me start by assuring you, that I always know more than others would like me to. Information is a valuable thing, though I hardly use it against somepony else, unless I must. I much prefer keeping that to myself, and simply let the lingering idea of what I might be able to do with that information, hang in the air. You'd be surprised how far that can get you."

Scarcity send a knowing smile towards Magnolia, and took another sip of tea. A shame that they didn't seem willing to try these delights. She had wanted to make this a pleasant meeting. Well, if you looked past the kidnapping. It was a shame how few did that really. Where were some ponies manners?

On 1/23/2021 at 8:30 PM, Califorum said:

"Not just a trinket. It's...an artifact." she seemed to grin pridefully before putting on more of a serious face. "I do not want to meet with anyone else. I just want to leave with...Zeehva here...I don't want to be involved in whatever torturous plan you are going to do to me. I know that is what you probably want."

"An artifact with a fascinating, historical significance too. Much to dangerous to simply have on display, due to the risk of it being stolen though, which puts it in the same category as the Elements of Disharmony. Though sadly, your artifact, were not protected as well as those tended to be.

But I can hear you don't wish to talk history, nor would care for me to tell you of what happened to some of the former users of this particular one. A shame really. The story of Igneous Cracklefume is a riveting, cautionary tale of the ages."

She'd put down her cup, and reach under the desk once more, to pull up a small, wooden chest. Rather old it seemed like, but beautifully carved. A well preserved antique, more than likely. If any of them tried anything, Brick would quickly be over to stop them, though otherwise, he did nothing else than observe them. He were a good guard like that. Not a big talker, but highly skilled at his duty, and didn't get distracted from it, nor wasted time on pleasantries.

"I'm with Magnolia on this. I know our deal, but I won't agree with it if it involves her being hurt. My husband-"

"-Wouldn't have agreed with it. I am aware, and you have my continued sympathy for his untimely end. Though that is a story for another time. For now, we should get to why I were asked to track you down, Magnolia.

Put simply, there are a group who focuses on doing two things out in the world. Finding dangerous artifacts, and then either hiding them, or utilizing them. Considering what you have in your possession, and how you thus far have not been devoured by darkness, it is my understanding that they wish to help you utilize this power, in a healthy, positive way. My involvement were included as they knew I could find some to bring you here unharmed, and before you crossed a threshold. Though I admit, that I did not foresee this bond you two would make. A rather delightful development, I would say.

So, put quite simple, we will soon have a representative of this group arriving here, and speaking with you. What happens from there on out, does not concern. nor involve, me. It will be up to you to figure out what happens from that point forth."

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@Catpone Cerberus

On 1/24/2021 at 11:36 AM, Catpone Cerberus said:

"Have to remember to avoid Charir if I ever anger him during a lightning storm, that looks like it hurt."

"As someone who have been struck by lightning, I can confirm that it isn't a picnic, even if you're resilient. That he is not only immune, but also absorbs it, puts him in a pretty special spot, but those less fortunate can really get into serious trouble."

Her right wing twitched a little as she recalled the last time she had been struck by lightning, and weren't prepared for it. Death for many, though even for her, it wasn't pleasant. More than it were for the beasts they had fought though. Their screams had been very clear indicators of how much this stung them. That death roar must've been heard from long, long away.

On 1/24/2021 at 11:36 AM, Catpone Cerberus said:

He was both impressed and bit scared by what Leviathan was capable of, but it only the former was visible when he looked at her, as he believed that she had no intentions to harm him.

Charir too took a bite of what he had just killed, mostly to know what it tasted like, and dug out one of its vertebrae, only to clean it up, carve it a bit with his claws, and but it on his free horn like a piece of jewelry.

Leviathan were both visible, and looked back at Charir with a smile on her face. One which just grew as she saw him take a trophy from his kill. It were simply just too adorable not to get a smile on her face. For a dragon, at least. For an quine this would have been horrifying, but for those of the draconic species that liked meat, this were sort of like seeing your kid playing in the sand, and picking up a sea shell that they figured were really pretty. At least in the circles she ran, it were like that. Might be different for the others, though that didn't mean it wasn't adorable in her eyes.

As it seemed to be the norm for them right now, she'd also partake in their little dinner break, and feast merely on the tiger parts. Snake wasn't really her preferred food. Though she would start digging between bites, and bury the three heads of those she had just killed. Not deeply, but still enough to cover them fully in dirt, as she began to munch further on the tiger parts. There was just something about feline meat that were intriguing to her, though moving down from the neck, and eat into the mixed meat, weren't bad either. And she had a certain preference for chest meat, so that were where she'd go and dig in.

On 1/24/2021 at 11:36 AM, Catpone Cerberus said:

"You overestimate the ponies, it would take only one like this one..." she was talking about the one she killed "...to take down a big group of pony guards, they and their weapons are not good against something that doesn't fear death." "How could a creature that's out of the fight with single broken bone go against something that still fights after having its throat cut open?" having literally been a pony, she knew just how weak their bodies was and how bad their anatomy was for fighting.

"I didn't mean physically. They'd be crushed like twigs if they got up close with the one you were. But they do have magic that should be able to fend these sorts of things off easier, or outright kill them. A well places arrow could do it too, which is why I'm thinking there's bigger and badder ones in here, somewhere.

Of course, most ponies are also weird about killing others, so they might just be too cowardly and unwilling to to what must be done. Whatever the case, at least it leaves a bit of fun for the rest of us."

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@Catpone Cerberus

"I agree fully with that. Knowing life is precious and limited, would make most enjoy it more, whereas immortality sounds like a burden. To try everything, over, and over, and over again, yet being denied that final experience, sounds like a punishment to me, rather than a boon.

My kind are not immortal, yet we decide when it is our turn to return to the cycle, barring anything happening to us. It offers the choice of longevity, though also with the choice that some, as that specter, have been denied. I could not understand what that must be like."

She meant Scarecrow too, in this matter, but wished not to say it, in case there were some who listened in. The animals for example, whom she had experienced were seemingly in cohorts with Fluttershy. If she got word of this, it may spread further, even if she believed the yellow mare would not do such a thing. She had a warm, kind heart, which did not seem to seek harm, or trouble, for others.

"A somber topic to speak off, though perhaps it is something one should not dwell on for too long. Come, let us walk, and experience this orchard in all its glory, before our travels leads us elsewhere."

She'd stop once in a while to tend to a tree, but otherwise, Lyriel would stay in motion, as they saw more of the orchard itself, and eventually headed towards the barn. A trip which Scarecrow were more than able to stop, were he to audibly voice his dislike for their approach. It would be a small, simple gathering though, so it might be a good way to see others. In fact, it seemed as if there were only two up there. A large, red stallion, and the odd one they had met before, who seemed to be pointing at something in the box she had brought along.

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@Catpone Cerberus

On 1/24/2021 at 11:36 AM, Catpone Cerberus said:

"I have plenty of ways of getting through civilians without harming anyone, so I would simply leave, report to Celestia, and then it would be you in trouble with the elements." the guard said in calm and almost bored sounding voice "I am aware that you are a queen, and thus technically speaking outrank me, but this is not your domain, and here you follow the laws of ponies, so please, let me do my job, and that way you get rid of me faster."

"Leave me to prepare the town for your arrival. How wise of you."

The sarcasm nearly dripped from her voice, as she responded the the major flaw in this golems plan. She knew golems were not usually the wisest creations, as they were build for simplistic tasks more often than not, but even then, this seemed short sighted. Who had crafted his intellect again? Whoever it were, needed to work on their skills more, though at least this one could talk. She supposed she'd give the creator that.

"Your plan is flawed, but I did not come here to cause trouble without reason. Lest you give me one, you can do your errand without issue."

Onache still needed to grasp the concept of being open and nice, but at least she were not openly causing issues without a need to. That were a start, though she still did not like this one, nor cared much for his presence, considering the effect he had on the kobolds. It wouldn't help any, to have them in a perpetually terrifed state.

On 1/24/2021 at 11:36 AM, Catpone Cerberus said:

"As stated, this is a different world, I will not go in too much detail right now, as the emotional load isn't necessarily good for you in your current situation, but just know that most things you know don't exist here, so think it as another place that just happens to also be called Equestria." "What do you want?" "For now I just want to ask few question regarding your arrival here, it shouldn't take long if your changeling friend here doesn't intervene much."

As the talk went on though, she became curious. It sounded as if this one had knowledge of another Equestria. One which the two kobolds had knowledge off too? The home they had escaped from seemingly, which may put this golem as coming from the same alternative reality? Peculiar. And made her wonder how many of these gateways between there were, and if they were open and stable. It would cause quite the trouble if there were suddenly an open line for an invading force of evil doublegangers more or less, to waltz in and cause an uprising.

Even if it wasn't stable, who else might end up expelled here? What would not happen, were a more competent Nightmare Moon who knew how to wield her power, to stumble on this reality? A troubling thought, and not just for ponies. As could be seen witht he kobolds, any race were open for subjugation, which likely also included changelings.

"My focus is not on intervening. More on the fact that it sounds as if you know of the place they come from, so you might well come from there too. I am pondering the implications of this link, not on your questions."

She'd move between the beds of the kobolds, to stand ready, in case it were needed. Protecting others such as this really were drone work, but urgh. Sometimes a queen had to dirty her hooves a little, if it advanced the agenda.

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@Sekel

On 1/24/2021 at 6:05 AM, Sekel said:

"Once Mind Reaper has gone away, let's just go through the city."

"Agreed. I want to see how far their ambassadors words carry, when it comes to us actually wandering this town. It may also give you the space needed to get away from these thoughts, until you're more prepared for them."

Enzo were supportive of Atzy, and could understand her not wanting to jump into making a hive full of changelings already. She should be allowed to see the world for a time first, before making such an important decision, and finding space or a hive would likely take time too. Someplace with a lot of gems, and little to no competition from dragons, he'd imagine.

"Know that while I don't understand the pressure that might come from your kin, I can understand your personal dislike of the idea of making a hive already. I cannot say I would be pleased either, were I to be suddenly told that it were time to have a kindle of kittens, out of seemingly nowhere."

Not that he were against the idea, but he could understand Atzy not wanting that to be a priority, considering she only just got her freedom. As one in the same boat, he could relate to, and understand that. Though when time came, she'd likely have a simpler time finding a mate than he were. His kind would not look fondly upon his decision to work with these ponies, rather than subjugating them.

Though he supposed, he would have millennia to work with, whereas she did not. Time were technically on his side, though this seemed pointless to dwell on more. At least currently.

On 1/24/2021 at 6:05 AM, Sekel said:

"Harsh punishment for a Queen," Karmic commented, sitting down in front of Mind Reaper and flicked her tail so it wrapped around her hooves. She took a breath and then let it out slowly, relaxing in what she hoped was safe place in their patch of the gardens. "Do you think ... that Queen Onache could teach Atzy a few things?"

"Chrysalis single hoofedly caused more damage to our reputation, and our minds, than any other being in Equestria. Several times. I don't miss her, and I don't know anyone who does. She deserves all the bad stuff that happens to her.

And if you did run into Onache, iI reeeeeeally hope that she doesn't teach Atzy anything. Kinda hoping you run off, and sell her out to some sort of guard, actually. I know it might sounds kinda harsh, but well... You know how some regents have titles, right? Like Celestia, and being called Princess of the Sun and stuff, right? Well, changeling queens got titles like that too, sometimes. It depends on if they make themselves remarkable in some way, and well... Onache's title were *The Slaver Queen*. And with good reason. I don't think it'd help on Atzy's reputation if she started doing those sorts of things.

Anyway, you got more questions? Otherwise, I should probably get going before the others starts wondering where I went off to. Though it's been nice meeting you all. Hoping we run into one another again someday."

If there weren't anything, she'd wave, and then buzz away.

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@Sekel

On 1/24/2021 at 6:05 AM, Sekel said:

"What I have to do is done here, I think it's best we leave Madame Macabre to her duties,"

"You should. There is much for me to do here."

With the first being to raise her scythe, and with a few slashes, cutting off what remained of the mane and tail, before using her magic to spin it, and put it next to the bed. No need to let it go to waste now.

As for Last, she'd move back over to the princess, while the manetid would silently turn around, and prepare to wander down. Tough judging by the clicking, hissing sound she made, there seemed to be an issue. That issue - if they turned around - would be the thing that Last's mother had become, standing at the top of the stairs. She had seemingly just gotten up there, and glanced at them in silence. Until Last staggered forward at least, at which point, the... Mare? Hard to say anymore. Regardless, she rose a hoof and stopped Last from moving forward.

"The forest... Coming. Leave... Don't become us."

She seemed somewhat more coherent than before. Something about the violent treatment that Cherish put her through before, must've done something positive, though she still seemed as if she were struggling with her mind.

"Not without you, I won't. You're either coming with us alive, or..."

She couldn't finish the sentence, but reached for her blade with a shaking hoof before Macabre interrupted these babbling foals.

"Enough! If the forest is sending its horrors, you all need to leave. I will handle things here. Including seeing what can be done for her."

The skull on her back flashed briefly, and Last's mother collapsed to the floor, seemingly unconscious, and draped in spectral chains.

"I sense it will not be the last time we meet."

The message seemed to be for them all, as she glanced at them all, one by one, before Last's mother were dragged towards the elderly mare. She hated this, but there were not much she could do now, but to protect the princess, and then track down this mare later, to find out what she had done.

This may be a good place for the princess to teleport them away, before they had to deal with varied, troublesome creatures. Though if the manetid came along, depended on things. Might be how close she were to the group now, were affecting the magic some. Time would tell.

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@Sekel

"Extinct? You're pulling our legs here, right? Discord's knocking about nearby, heard of some weird bunny-like one that throw pancakes at folks too. Lily Pad have her monastery somewhere down south, and then there's this one too. And that's just the ones I know of in Equestria. Pretty sure their kind are doing fine."

"It is also up for debate whatever or not it is even possible to kill their kind, or merely imprisoning them is the best one can achieve. A peculiar race, and a rather frustrating one too. I'd suggest we attempt to get out of this forest with some degree of haste, lest we become part of her bored antics."

"Seconded. Let's get through, and hope we're not attacked by some sort of giant mu-"

some leaves would rise up via Lulu's magic, and shove themselves into Happy's muzzle, before he could say more.

"Don't give her ideas. Now come on. Let us be on our way."

With that, Lulu would take charge, and wander forward. Going in a straight line were likely their best opportunity for now. And regarding the small spiders from before... Nothing seemed to happen. It appeared to have just been a visual gag, thus far.

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@Rising Dusk

On 1/23/2021 at 10:04 PM, Rising Dusk said:

"You needn't worry about the Solar Guard mucking up the magical components of the incident. If there are any to be found, we have a magic radar that can pick up traces years old,"

"I'm more concerned about them potentially causing trouble, by activating one of the security systems. I suppose if Molotov have assisted them, they might have been able to shut that down, but even then, there's dangers there. The biohazard labs are not something to be trifled with, and several things in the micro-biology, and alchemy labs could spell disaster for anypony attempting something.

...It might be best if you had a guide, when eventually you got called on. Believe me when I say that some of the things you could encounter there, wouldn't be worth any kind of hazard pay."

Didn't have to be magical to be dangerous. An improperly handled strain of bacteria, or mishandling one of the guard robots, could cause severe issues for any interloper, that weren't certain about how things should work there. Sure there were hazard signs around, but she had her doubts that it would be enough in the long run. Especially if they wished to find clues anywhere, and some magical trail might lead into an area containing one of their greater hazards.

"But all in due time, yes? Regardless of the time it will take, I feel certain that you will be called eventually, and hope that there are things you can find. Considering the ties that place have to the kingdom, any sort of breakthrough in the case would likely be a substantial feather in your hat, Captain. Especially if you somehow manage to find the abducted ones alive. Though I'd take anything at this point. It is unnerving to not know what happened to them."

On 1/23/2021 at 10:04 PM, Rising Dusk said:

"No, a local pony that has her hoof on the pulse of Equestria. Somepony I'm sure doesn't appreciate a harsh title like Underground Queen," Tussle gave Flare Blitz a glance. The stallion slowly looking over his shoulder, hoping to not find the icy glare of Dawn staring back at him for any insult she may have heard. "If there is information or secrets to be had, she knows about them," she casually added. Dawn's position in society was just a fact of city life, both the good and the bad.

"Sounds like a fixer then. Troublesome individuals to deal with, but if you trust her, I will leave this up to your discretion. Celestia knows Center Zero at times employed one, for better or for worse. Though I couldn't say which one. Far above my pay grade and stand within the town, to deal with such things.

In any case, I will not ask for details regarding your dealings, nor an actual name. I can only assume that having a good relationship with one such as that, requires a certain degree of both discretion, and trust, and it isn't my place to attempt to push my luck on this matter. I only wish to state that I hope she can inform you of something, which will in time lead to a resolution."

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@Rising Dusk

On 1/23/2021 at 10:04 PM, Rising Dusk said:

"A purse dear is a fashion accessory to carry things in," Cork chuckled. Putting her mug down to pick up her saddle bag. Slimmer and designed more for fashion than function, it was patterned with jems and flowers to match her dress. Rising only had one saddle bag, but ponies like Cork, Minty and Dawn had one for every occasion and desk. "Usually they contain valuables like our money and some thieves called purse snatchers, like to steal them for the Bits inside," she added.

Grave looked on in fascination as the purse were presented. It made a lot more sense why you'd go after folks who stole this, than some sort of odd pet, since this seemed easier to steal. And simpler to get stuff from too. Just empty it out into a pouch, then toss it, and be on your way Unless they took something engraved, there would hardly be a way too prove that anything were stolen.

"Oooh, pretty. We don't got anything like that in harrowmark. We carry our valuables in stachels, or pouches. We don't got a lot of thieves though. With how little there's been around to work with for centuries now, it's usually easier to make connections, and trade work or items for food, if you're not able to scrounge up any crowns for some reason. It's not perfect, but we tended to manage.

Bits are your currency, right? They asked about that in the dress store, before I just got them some pure gold. We got coins made of that too, though they're called crowns. Little shiny coins. I should remember this. Thank you for the show and tell, Cork."

Grave smiled at the mare. Such a nice one she were. Showing her all this important stuff, even if the purse seemed a little unsafe. She'd think a chain somewhere to keep it with you would help, but this wasn't her country, so what did she know? Chains might be really weird here. Which really, she supposed she should've known, since she hadn't seen any in all the time she had been here. Which granted weren't long, but still. She had seen lots of ponies, so it should still count.

On 1/23/2021 at 10:04 PM, Rising Dusk said:

"No. You were not asked to return," Rising confirmed. Igniting his horn to collect their tea cups and take them into his kitchen. "But if you wish to stay, I recommend going to the Court House and registering," he informed her from from across the room.

"Yey! Okay, I'll go and do that... What's a courthouse though? Is it like a mayor's office? So I gotta look for the biggest house, that isn't a castle?"

Grave could almost dance. She weren't being told she couldn't stay in town, she weren't asked to come back either, And she were told where to go to legally remain here? This stallion really were a hero. On a much, much smaller scale right now, but still, her personal hero for sure.

He did seem kind of stressed out after the pep talk though... Maybe it were just a little much on his shoulders right now? Guess if he were used to others stealing currency, and going on to save a country, it might be a little overwhelming... Maybe she should try and show him some kindness, in the way she had seen other locals do it here in town?

She'd follow him inot the kitchen, and if not stopped, would wander over, and bring him into a big ol' bear hug. One with some muscle behind it, though also a small bit of uncertainty, as this were still kind of weird. She'd just have to get used to it though. One hug at a time.

"And don't be sad, Rising. You're a real nice pony, and I'm sure everyone is gonna be nice to you, instead of stressing you out with all sorts of crazy stuff."

She pretty much jinxed him as she said that, and yet... Nothing seemed to happen. Maybe his life had gotten crazy enough, that even fate were willing to throw him a bone for a bit now, rather than make it worse? It'd be nice at least. Weren't good for him with all that stress.

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@EQ_Theta

On 1/24/2021 at 1:44 PM, EQ_Theta said:

“That looks delicious! All this is, and how anyone who discovered how to make these things probably wouldn’t know how popular it could get. A nice firm exterior with a juicy filling, then a crunchy outer crust… it really ties everything together. I wouldn’t know how the folks back home would think about this, but if they had a chance to try it it, they might want to figure out how to make these themselves.”

"It's fairly simple to find cooking books, that specializes on these kinds of meals, actually. I'm certain that there is some version of them, that deals with how to bake in the environment that you have, which I am assuming does not include ovens. Or if so, not ones that are very high end. Though I apologize if I am mistaken in that assumption.

However, the point still remains, that it should be possible for the longma to bake these as well. The question really, is what tastes would be there, as it would likely be simpler to make use of local flavors, rather than go far and wide to try and gather others that are in the book. Perhaps to entice them to these outside flavors though, you could attempt to bring a pie to a meeting, if the elders summoned you? I am not sure how your traditions are on the matter of bringing food to gatherings though. It wouldn't be good, if it is seen upon as an insult."

Trying to deal with norms and avoid socially incorrect moments, could really be a drag sometimes. Often what he'd consider the worst part of infiltration work, were this need to blend completely in, and indulge in these norms. Primarily, as some of them were really weird, and in his opinion, edging towards being plain idiotic. This had much to do with his own standpoint of course, which made him somewhat biased, though a few things really got to him, as they were very out there and off the chart, compared to the norm. Bringing food to a gathering being one of them, as the majority of places considered that a courtesy. Especially when there were long meetings, as surely they could use a snack to get them through the tedious process. He for one, tended to have something with him at least. Usually a chocolate bar, if nothing else.

On 1/24/2021 at 1:44 PM, EQ_Theta said:

“Mmmm… This pie… You should try this, Rosa! If blissful feelings could be experienced through food, this has to be it. It’s so good, but I’m not sure I could tell you what’s in it. The stallion mentioned a combination of fruits, but I don’t know them. Maybe you might know? Only thing I’m sure about is that this could get me to swear off eating anything with meat.”

Rosa would give it a shot, and take the third of the three exotic slices they had gotten, and took a forkful into his muzzle, where he'd chew slowly, to try and taste what he couldn't see.

"...Raspberries, blackberries, orange. Those I am fairly sure of. The other two... I feel decently confident in one being rhubarb, though the last is more subtle, and the pie isn't reflecting it fully visually. Maybe pear? It does remind me of it at times. Definitely not any apple in here though, which does surprise me. Equestria is a very apple-centric country, as, I am sure you have noticed by now."

Seriously, some places, trying to sell pears, would get you an angry Apple family member miffing about you. For some reason, this opposing fruit were just the point where they'd throw down the gauntlet. He never understood why, but this were likely one of those things were logic wasn't so much a factor. Not proper logic, anyway, as all that'd make sense, were just that they saw pears as staunch competition. Which were laughable, as apples were far more widespread and popular. And not only inside Equestria.

On 1/24/2021 at 1:44 PM, EQ_Theta said:

“Oh, uh… yes, the fish. Mostly salty, but it’s also little sweet and firm. Whatever the stallion put in pie also makes it rather creamy, though I suppose that’s where the sweet taste comes from. I suppose meat doesn’t work well with pony diets, but I’m not sure why. The longma can eat meat, and I guess we don’t have any side effects from eating it, so you could say it is better for us. Plants and fruits are still more abundant in the forest, which explains why the longma eat more of those.”

“Speaking of fruits, looks like Shrimp is waking up. How about we give him a little something?”

Lin picked up some little pineapple bits from one of the slices of pie and offered some to the little refraction. After spending a lot of time asleep, he would likely be hungry. Good news is, most of the pies they got have fruits, which didn’t deviate from what he’s been eating over the last few days, gems notwithstanding.

Omen nodded along as she heard what the varied things tasted like. It reminded her of the taste she got through the cardboard, via the sogginess. Especially the salt. She knew what that taste were to some degree, after she had been found by some locals in a salt mine. She had gotten a few miners out after a cave-in, when she curiously followed some voices, and in turn, they had pretty much left her alone, when she started to lick one of the large salt crystals down the collapsed tunnel. They figured she'd get bored or in danger after a half hour or so, but she stayed there, non stop, for 27 days, until the salt stone were done. After that, she'd calmly walk out of there like it were nothing, though she did feel oddly dry for some reason. Hadn't seemed all that interesting, so she hadn't been back since then.

As for Shrimp, his nose would register things before his eyes fully did, and pick up the smell of pineapple being reached towards him. He weren't exactly sure what it were, but it smelled like food, and it were being reached towards him. Clearly this meant that it was for him then, and he'd flail his little arms in the direction of the pineapple, until he could get hold of it.

It were oddly warm to him, which took him a little by surprise. However, he'd still start to nibble at it, and eventually pick up in speed, to more normally, chew through it like a voracious miniature dragon.

He did stop up briefly as he encountered the piece of pie batter stuck to it though, and would sniff it for a time. Then slowly lick and nibble it, to try and get a feel for it, before eating on again. It weren't fruit, but it didn't seem to bother him, so they could try giving him a small cube of actual pie if they wanted to.

A nearby griffon kid seemed to take notice of the scene too, and would pull in what were likely her fathers arm, though he didn't turn to look, but just staggered onwards, in a semi-erratic pattern. Not even as she pointed in their direction. In fact, he seemed to be in a hurry, and clinging to her wrist. Actually... She seemed a little scared, now that Rosa had a better look. And weren't so much pointing, as she were holding out a talon...

"If you will excuse me for a moment."

Rosa would walk into the crowd, and seemingly blend in well there. About forty seconds later, a scream were heard, and two things would become notable. One being that the little one were flying in the exact opposite direction of where she had just been. The other, that the crowd would disperse, and Rosa calmly wandered back towards them. Behind him on the ground, they'd be able to see the griffon laying on the ground, seemingly having been knocked out, with Tomb showing up and putting a chain around him, before dragging him off. Her facial expression were one of annoyance, whilst his showed mostly indifference, though with a minor amount of joy, judging from the smirk on his face. He should probably shake the down off of his hoof though.

"My apologies. Seen enough of these custody fights with a drunken, impulsive parent to know the signals, and I weren't willing to wait and see when he'd get taken down by another.

Now then, we were talking about pie flavor, yes?"

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@Windy Breeze

"It is kind of like sports teams, Tepe. Even if it isn't something that for everypony seems massively important, it still gathers a fan base, and some things just happens because of your association with the team. Especially if you are part of said team. And the bigger it is, the harder it gets to just try and wander around all by your lonesome, without getting attention. It's kind of flattering I think, but I can see how it'd be sort of a problem too."

Frankly, she didn't envy them, or any other with a widespread, positive reputation. Seemed like a massive hassle to go through all of that attention, day in and day out, and finding it troublesome to really get any time away from all of that. Hopefully there were enough positives to outweighs the negatives, for Windy, who were in a position of being part of probably the most popular team of ponies in Equestria. Maybe second place, due to how much the element wearers had done, but even then, she didn't think it were as big as this. Some folks really got into this whole thing.

"And I don't really think they hear everything, but we should probably still finish up and leave soon, before you start having fans circulating the table. I dunno if that sort actually happens, but I kinda wouldn't be surprised."

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@Windy Breeze @Kujamih @Califorum

On 1/23/2021 at 8:30 PM, Califorum said:

"I did something once with a sentient robot I met in another reality once. I turned into a battery for him and he basically went nuts. I wonder if that would be the case here with your machines." Cali bore a sly and slick expression.

"This might sound weird, coming from an inventor, but it sounds like your world is controlled way too much by machines. No wonder folks would be nervous about an AI rising up and take over. If all your communication, entertainment, and currency are all in them, they'd wreck the world as you know it, if they decided that you weren't worth it.

And I dunno what's going through your head right now, with all that battery talk, but it better not be including my girls. They're precious to me, and I ain't gonna let anypony waltz in and ruin them. SO keep that thought down, or I'm gonna find some way to trap you in a biohazard tank, and gift you to a disease researcher."

He were somewhat jovial about this, but truly, if she hurt his girls, she'd feel a world of pain. They hadn't done a thing to deserve that, and considering their AI's, they were quite literally unique. He could rebuild them all he wanted, but a fresh AI would mean they'd be entirely new creatures. That sorta loss would crush him. Especially Carmen, who were the first, and most precious of them both to him, even if he loved them both dearly.

Molotov would've said more about stuff, but then Light got in over things, and then him and Cali started to bicker. He sorta just let them go at it, and would wander over to the two mares instead, while they yappered on. Seemed as good a time as any to show them around. Especially since Blitz had apparently gone over to her workbench, to tinker with one of her small projects again.

"Well, while they bicker on like an old married couple, how about I show you two a couple of fun projects, eh? Carmen, mind turning off the projector?"

The spider would skitter over and deal with this, as he would attempt to lead the ladies over towards the cage with his projects in. He'd unlock a door, and pull out the large egg.

After putting it on the table, he'd twirl a key in the back of it four times, then stand back. Slowly, it would unfold, into a model of the Canterlot castle, complete with small, cheering metallic citizens, and high on top, the princess Celestia, radiating, as she rose a light-filled bauble up towards the heavens, where it would start to shine down on the whole thing, until it eventually closed. It were somewhat simplistic in nature he supposed, even if the models were carefully crafted and polished, but the small details that made it almost llife-like, and the realistic sounds, still made this something he were frankly rather proud of.

"Hoping that when I one day make an invention I think Princess Celestia would like, or at some sort of really important gathering, I can present this to her as a gift. She means a lot to my family, so I figured I'd try to make something that didn't need to be held back, or go through a review process for her. Just a nifty little show piece.

If you turn it eight times, it actually shows Princess Luna raising the moon instead. Seemed rude to not include her too, y'know?"

Octavian · January 25, 2021

3 hours ago, Blitz Boom said:

@abrony-mouse

On 1/24/2021 at 12:02 AM, abrony-mouse said:

"Thanks! Mind if I..." she takes the machete in her mouth and gives it a few experimental swings. As she thought, the heavy blade threw her slight frame off balance when she tried to wield it properly. She returns the machete to her hoof and hands it back to him. "Thanks but I'm not really a machete gal, but there ain't no bush stopped me slithering through." she gestures to her slight frame, coated with jungle mud and slime - very slithery :3

"Not a tool for every hoof. A shame I did not bring the lighter one it seems. Alas, that is my error, and not yours. Hopefully it will not end up causing trouble."

He chuckled some as he heard her refer to herself as slippery, and were tempted to make a comment regarding an eel. Yet it seemed a little overly tasteless, so he kept that to himself. For now at least, though it would not last indefinitely, in case he actually did see her slip through some vegetation, and appear to be swallowed up by the jungle. It'd be tasteful though. He weren't overly crude, most of the time.Stashing the extra machete away, Smokey would pretty much be ready to wander on, and return to the temple. This time with assistance, which could well be helpful. Not only in actually completing this task, but also distracting him from some other thoughts that had made him careless before. It were simpler to ignore those, when you had a colleague here, who depended on you backing them up.

Fuchsia gives a lil grimace of excitement and fear at the thought of trouble but turns it into a slightly constipated grin (see my av ). "Hope not. I have my own tools if things get too hairy." Fuchsia says, but doesn't reveal her poisoned blade yet. Just in case. She was still a wary pony after all. "So do you travel alone mostly... I hope that machete didn't belong to a previous companion?" she offers, trying for mirth rather than genuinely thinking it was the blade of a fallen comrade... but not being too jokey just in case.

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On 1/24/2021 at 12:02 AM, abrony-mouse said:

"How about you - want any camouflage?" she offers in turn, reaching into her saddlebag and taking out a box which, on opening, reveals a painter's palette of camouflage colours, from sandy browns of the desert to the vibrant greens of the jungle and everything inbetween. Everything a pink pony might need to blend in.

"I appreciate the offer, but if need be, I prefer to slink by in my own way."

He'd show what he meant with this, as magic started to roll from his horn, and engulfed him in in a thick layer of smoke. Once it dissipated, he weren't there anymore, but instead some way to the side, where he had moved as the cover were up.

"Rather handy, though in fairness, my colors are darker, so I tend to blend in more naturally in more shaded areas as is. For one of your vibrant color palate, your method are certainly understandable. Do please take all the time you need to prepare. We are in no rush."

Fuchsia is impressed by the magic, although she is a lil jealous of his unicorn power. She would try to follow him through the smoke, and her keen ear might pick up a few hoof-steps if he was at all heavy-hoofed, but her eye would be completely fooled. "Thanks." she takes out a grubby mirror and inspects her face and body, dabbing occasionally at lighter patches, going for jungle greens, something she will adjust if the temple calls for it. She gets an idea, Say, maybe you can help me test it? You turn round, I'll hide and then creep up on you - and you see if you can spot me? What do you say?" she asks, half playful half wanting to prove herself and find out a bit more about her new companion.

Evil Pink One · January 25, 2021

Light kinda see this one coming..what did he expect.

"....welp that's depressing... I make a heroic speech and i lose one audience and the other one just filtered it out... At least i managed to entertain you right Blitz?"

Midnight_Aurora · January 26, 2021

8 hours ago, Blitz Boom said:

"H-ooooney. Honey."

The odd mare seemed to taste the word as she tried it out, and trotted after Cacora. She had nothing better to do, so she'd follow this new friend, until she thought of something else to do.

"Smell... You hunt? Honey hunt?"

She'd start to sniff the air, but didn't know what honey were, so it were hard to single it out. If she could be shown it though, she may be able to help, as her sense of smell were rather good. Mostly she had experience with blood, but ponies were not food. She understood that much, and could end up helpful. If given a nudge that were. Otherwise, she'd just follow until she knew more.

@Blitz Boom

**Cacora recognizes that she isn't as normal as one would believe. Cacora continues and says,** "It's not really a honey hunt per say. The scent isn't like the others around us. It's different. Almost like I belong with what's generating the scent. I want to know why and how. This different kind of scent may hold the answers. Imagine every scent one can smell and it doesn't belong among them. I might have a similar scent."

8 hours ago, Blitz Boom said:

"I had hoped this world had forgotten what a demon were, long ago. Yet, you are not the first to mention them. Though I wonder if you mean those of your Tartarus, or the truly wicked ones? Because I have seen what lingers in Tartarus, and I am not impressed. Hades' little lackeys does not possess the imaginative cruelty that I have known.

I am Vivid Loss, and I am still more pony than demon. That I have yet lost, throughout the millennia. And if you are as unstable as you claim, it is best if I follow you for a time. You can't permanently kill me, and if need be, I can trap you somewhere you can't do damage to this world. My masters wouldn't be pleased if I let destruction rain upon their home."

She'd eye the scroll, but it weren't one who'd summon demonic entities, so she let him keep his secrecy on this for now. It were rather easy to tell when it were really. Spells requiring blood had something special over them. At least when it came to things related to demons

@Blitz Boom

"I doubt this world knows of demons, other than that which little Cerberus keeps away. Also, I don't desire to corrupt or destruction upon this world. As I am not from this world. As I said, I was summoned. But they didn't properly do the ritual from what I am reading. They wanted a form of a controllable chaos being and got me instead. While I hadn't killed them, I did show them why they don't buck up scrolls of forbidden magic, like this one. It seems my old form's strength had remained for a time. But it's gone now, sense I have acclimated to this form." **He says putting the scroll away. He then asks,** "What do you know of Spell Matrix Magic? One of them seems to have acquired a forbidden scroll about it. The scroll was written by one Silverwing 'Cosmic Silverstar' Harmony. And from what I have read, I can recall the name itself. It's a name I haven't gone by in well over 100 rebirths. But I also feel it's a name I shouldn't go by in this form. But Silverwing calls as if it belongs only to me."

Windy Breeze · January 26, 2021

@Blitz Boom

Windy nodded weakly to Sorrow “Yeah, you're right. I'm very comfortable being surrounded by ponies I don't know, let alone those who might want to take' me for their own 'entertainment'” she said in a hushed tone, not wanting otherrrs to hear what she said, knowing it could offending to some fans and might even cause a controversy. Living with a high status is not easy.

Meanwhile, Tepe finally understood what Sorrow meant: a sports team do athletic stuffs, that's what he heard from his parents.

Outside, Razor stood on guard, looking out for any of the gang members, knowing peace won't last long.

...

As they searched for Sorrow and Windy. Flinty, Blunt, and Shackles were having a conversation about their targets.

“So, nopony's going to notice the fact one of our targets is a Wonderbolt?” Flint asked the two stallions.

“Don't tell us that silly question, Flinty. Of course we knew her, right Blunt?" He turned to Blunt, but to his and Flinty horror, his reply was shocking. He was drooling and looked as if daydreaming.

“Hey, after we took them to that Needle, can I... You know, 'play' with her for a bit before-”

Before he could say more, Flinty gave him a blow to his head with her hoof “You pervert. We know you're a fan of the Wonderbolts and while I'm glad to hangout with her, I'm not going to let you have 'fun' with her!”

“Yeah, you're not that kind of character, so take that personality off!” Shackles added.

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Windy Breeze · January 26, 2021

16 hours ago, Blitz Boom said:

After putting it on the table, he'd twirl a key in the back of it four times, then stand back. Slowly, it would unfold, into a model of the Canterlot castle, complete with small, cheering metallic citizens, and high on top, the princess Celestia, radiating, as she rose a light-filled bauble up towards the heavens, where it would start to shine down on the whole thing, until it eventually closed. It were somewhat simplistic in nature he supposed, even if the models were carefully crafted and polished, but the small details that made it almost llife-like, and the realistic sounds, still made this something he were frankly rather proud of.

"Hoping that when I one day make an invention I think Princess Celestia would like, or at some sort of really important gathering, I can present this to her as a gift. She means a lot to my family, so I figured I'd try to make something that didn't need to be held back, or go through a review process for her. Just a nifty little show piece.

If you turn it eight times, it actually shows Princess Luna raising the moon instead. Seemed rude to not include her too, y'know?"

@Blitz Boom @Kujamih @Califorum

“That's a very nice gift, and I'm sure Princess Luna will appreciate it as well” Luna commented, looking closer at the alicorn models inside, “Is this completed? Maybe when I return to Canterlot to serve our highness, I can take you and your wonderful gift along with me”

15 hours ago, Califorum said:

Cali looked to Light in annoyance and then to Molotov with more of an offended look. She crossed her arms further. "You know what, I'm done. Leave me alone." she said to Light in a dismissive tone. She hadn't come here to bicker with anyone. Then she looked to Molotov. "I have no intentions of getting involved with...whatever you are doing here. I might leave if this...Light here keeps his bickering up with me." she scowled.

Luna would overhear Cali, and she would glance and frown at her “Leaving already? You just got here for only a few minutes. Maybe you might want to go on a temporary vacation here in Manehattan. Just... stay in your pony form”

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EQ_Theta · January 26, 2021

@Blitz Boom

“You know, this is really nice and tasty,” Lin remarked as she handed off her piece of pineapple pie to Shrimp and licking the bits of fruit and pie off her claw. “A mix of sweet and sour flavors, but none of it overpowers the other. Looks like Shrimp likes it too. Here, little one, have some more!”

The longma grabbed a larger piece and offered it to the refraction. This one had more pieces of pineapple and pie batter all stacked up like a tower. There’d be some more for the others, and she wouldn’t mind saving a little more for herself. Once that’s done, she’d start on her slice of the exotic fruit pie. Overhearing Sen’s conversation with Rosa got her curious about what’s in the slice. Raspberries, oranges… those kinds of fruits didn’t grow in the forest. Most of the fruits Rosa mentioned weren’t native to their home. Blackberries were more familiar as they grew on shrubs, which were common enough back home.

“I’m sure we could try making, or improvising something, that could pass off as a pie with what we have back home, but heat is something we would have trouble getting. Making a pie over an open fire is one thing, but having the tools to get it all together will probably cost a lot, and that is before ingredients for the pie’s crust is considered.”

“Yeah, and food is usually only considered when a village is celebrating some kind of occasion. Giving food among friends and family is fine, but if elders get them, it usually means two things. Either they’re sick and they need sustenance, or someone is trying to gain their favor. The second one is considered unacceptable because the elder’s looks out for the whole village, not just one or a few.”

The siblings recalled some celebrations that go back a few years, or at least when they were old enough to know what was going on. Celebrations ranged from the union of partners to congratulating those who started new families. The hunters had their own version when those who passed their final tests were presented before the village as the newest guardians. Those weren’t exactly the grand celebrations they were thought to be, but it was important enough that the village gathered to witness it. Over time, that kind of celebration faded away, and no one ever did it again because fewer and fewer folks saw it as something to celebrate.

Though the longma were enjoying their pie, they would find Rosa excusing himself before heading off. They initially shrugged it off as him looking to possibly relieve himself in private, but once they heard a scream and saw Tomb dragging a griffon away, they turned to the thestral in confusion.

“What happened back there? And what did you mean by custody fights?”

Blitz Boom · January 27, 2021

@Midnight_Aurora

The shark mare didn't really understand all that her new friend were talking about, but it sounded like the smell they were after, were akin to her own then? In that case, it made sense for her that she'd wander closer to Cacora, and start circling her, whilst sniffing to her. If she were to go by a scent, she'd need to know what to follow after all, and this sounded like it were as good a choice as any.

"Friend smell- *sniff* *sniff*"

She'd sniff the air after picking up as much scent as she felt like she needed, then started to smell around in the air. The most direct one, were that which lingered from where Cacora had walked before, so she would walk a few steps that way, before turning around, and following Cacora again. All the while, she'd keep smelling to air, to see if she could find some sort of trace that smelled like this to follow. Had to help new friends, right? She were sure that is what the funny horse things did, and now that she were one of them, she had to do that too, yes?

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@Midnight_Aurora

On 1/26/2021 at 4:44 AM, Midnight_Aurora said:

"I doubt this world knows of demons, other than that which little Cerberus keeps away. Also, I don't desire to corrupt or destruction upon this world. As I am not from this world. As I said, I was summoned. But they didn't properly do the ritual from what I am reading. They wanted a form of a controllable chaos being and got me instead. While I hadn't killed them, I did show them why they don't buck up scrolls of forbidden magic, like this one. It seems my old form's strength had remained for a time. But it's gone now, sense I have acclimated to this form.

"If they wanted chaos, they should have went with a draconequui. Meddlesome beasts are the sheer embodiment of why no sensible being would think you could have a being of controlled chaos, as chaos itself, is unrestrained. Only thing worse is a creature of pure order, as they destroy the self. Can't have an orderly world, if free will exists.

But you say you are not from here, and this form have been granted, instead of being your own? Interesting. Sounds akin to the magic that separates this and the human world."

She knew off this, but not a lot, and never had she seen it in action. Though supposedly, it were something that would ensure that humans drawn here through that gate, would become ponies, and vice versa. Perhaps this were one of those times? Been a while since she had last seen a human. And one not suffering unspeakable torments? That'd be a first.

On 1/26/2021 at 4:44 AM, Midnight_Aurora said:

"What do you know of Spell Matrix Magic? One of them seems to have acquired a forbidden scroll about it. The scroll was written by one Silverwing 'Cosmic Silverstar' Harmony. And from what I have read, I can recall the name itself. It's a name I haven't gone by in well over 100 rebirths. But I also feel it's a name I shouldn't go by in this form. But Silverwing calls as if it belongs only to me."

"I know a little about it, but you will not hear me speak a word of it. My contract forbids me from speaking of things, which might lead to others being hurt, and this thing are something which would cause a lot of harm, if misused. As such, it is physically impossible for me to share what little I knew with a stranger. Though it wouldn't have helped you much. Vague stories and rumors for the most part. Had I known properly about it in my time, I would not have ended up like this.

Something you say though, makes me curious. You speak of rebirths? Do you mean like a phoenix, or a true rebirth, with a new life, from start to finish? You shouldn't hold memories of so many lives, if it is the latter."

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@abrony-mouse

On 1/25/2021 at 11:45 PM, abrony-mouse said:

Fuchsia gives a lil grimace of excitement and fear at the thought of trouble but turns it into a slightly constipated grin (see my av ). "Hope not. I have my own tools if things get too hairy." Fuchsia says, but doesn't reveal her poisoned blade yet. Just in case. She was still a wary pony after all. "So do you travel alone mostly... I hope that machete didn't belong to a previous companion?" she offers, trying for mirth rather than genuinely thinking it was the blade of a fallen comrade... but not being too jokey just in case.

Smokey gave a hearty laughter at hearing this indirect, cautious inquiry towards him potentially having scavenged the extra machete of a former comrade.

"I see why you'd be concerned, but you can ease yourself, Fuchsia. I mostly work alone, and simply just carry an extra with me, as I have had situations where for one reason or another, I lost one, or ended up traversing with another who could use one. As such, I have come to bring a spare, from a somewhat large collection back home. And you don't have to worry that I recovered a blade from one I worked with before. Any offered blade, are given as a gift, and a reminder of our travels. If the worst happens, it is used as one part of a grave marker, though it have been several years since such a tragedy have happened, and I ensured that his body were properly recovered and buried later.

Have I any say in it, no companion of mine will die on my watch. And that most assuredly counts for you as well."

He really should show her his weapons room, if they made it back home as a team after this. It might fascinate her to see his collection of backups, as he tended to end up losing things here and there,

On 1/25/2021 at 11:45 PM, abrony-mouse said:

Fuchsia is impressed by the magic, although she is a lil jealous of his unicorn power. She would try to follow him through the smoke, and her keen ear might pick up a few hoof-steps if he was at all heavy-hoofed, but her eye would be completely fooled. "Thanks." she takes out a grubby mirror and inspects her face and body, dabbing occasionally at lighter patches, going for jungle greens, something she will adjust if the temple calls for it. She gets an idea, Say, maybe you can help me test it? You turn round, I'll hide and then creep up on you - and you see if you can spot me? What do you say?"

She'd be able to follow him through the smoke, if she used her ears. He wasn't trying overly much to cover his tracks here after all. Just show off a little, regarding how he'd deal with moving with some degree of caution, preparing for an ambush, or escaping. A smoke cover could be used for much.

He'd watch her with fascination as her impressive camouflage began to be set up, and would not interfere with words. It were nearly hypnotic to see Fuchsia at work with this, and nothing he could add to this, as she were clearly better at this than most he had seen. And with that base color? Ludicrous that it worked, and yet he could see it begin to take form. It felt like sacriledge if he were to interrupt this enticing show.

That is, until she posed him a challenge, and he smirked a little. This may be fun.

"I accept your challenge. I will attempt to spot you, and will not use magic to aid me in the task, as that would be cheating. Just say how long it shall be before I may turn around."

He'd swing around, and for good measure, close his eyes, as he waited to hear further from Fuchsia.

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@Califorum

On 1/25/2021 at 9:13 PM, Califorum said:

"I wonder whats in the box there..." Magnolia sighed before seeming to compose herself. "I don't want anything to do with anyone else. I want to leave. I don't know you, I don't trust you." Magnolia had shot a glare into Scarcity's eyes, one that was more intense then before.

"You shouldn't trust me either, dear. We have only met, and considering the circumstances, I can't claim that I have given you any reason to. Yet as said, I have been hired to set up a meeting. You will have to talk your grievances out with the representative, once he arrives."

Scarcity remained completely neutral to the look she were given. It weren't the first time she had been given a death glare, and frankly, she did not fear it, coming from Magnolia. Far greater, and more powerful beings had given her a look that made her shake to her core, and even with those, what terror she may have, would be kept internally. Covering before a gaze, would only expose weakness, and in her line of work, weakness were a luxury that she could ill afford. Especially against the overly emotional, as they tended to become erratic, if faced with one whom they believed might be afraid of them.

"Do we have to stay here for this? She shouldn't have to, if she doesn't want to meet whoever it is."

"Considering the alternative might be to have them chase her down, and forcefully take the artifact, or imprison her somewhere with it, I would consider this the best option for you. Though if it makes you feel safer, they can't teleport out of here. The wards only allow for a one way travel in here, via provided scrolls. You will have to exit the building to be able to teleport. It should provide you with ample opportunity to deal with potential trouble, as I specified they sent only one representative. You will have to work on your persuasion skills if you prefer to have it end then and there, via words alone."

Zeehva did not feel good about this, but it did leave them with a chance, though that may have to rely on them being physically able to deal with a potential attack.

On 1/25/2021 at 9:13 PM, Califorum said:

"W-well I uh, would like to know what you were going to say about this thing though..."

"Oh, I have much that I could say, but I can share a little sliver of one of the former users, for our story time.

The one whom I mentioned, were not as fortunate as you are. Like many who turned to dark powers, he had suffered a tragic loss. His daughter, in this case, and many were those in mourning, as he were at that point, seen as a beloved member of his society.

Yet in his grief, he took on the artifact, and used whatever sliver of darkness he could to bring her back. As you can attest, nothing is given without being taken first. So to give life-"

"H-He had to take it?"

"Yes. 49 were those he harvested, yet he were to also learn why the dead should remain that way. His daughter had returned, but she were marked by death, and screamed at him in anger. Showering him not with thanks for bringing her back, but with hatred for what he had done, and what a monster he had made her into. Then she ran from her home, and wherever she walked, life would wither. Plant, animal, or otherwise, she could not be near anything without it dying.

It took three years before someone finally hunted her down, and ended her once and for all. At that time, she could barely be recognized as a pony anymore. More a conglomerate of rotted flesh, mixing with parts of those who had fallen because of her, and swirling with tortured souls, screaming in agony.

And what happened with dear Igneous? He grew mad from seeing what he had done, and tried using more dark magic to undo his mistakes, yet only ended up crafting more horrors. The sprawling town he were part of became a hive of monsters and misery, and his name went down in infamy, before ultimately, being forgotten. Exactly what happened to him isn't clear, but the artifact were suddenly found elsewhere one day, and the town of Rhuberton are but a bad memory, attached to a crater where nothing have grown for the past few centuries. There are more detailed descriptions, but I don't think you would care to see the illustrations of those who went into the town in olden times, and witnessed the things he had made. The tale of The Fleshcarver is not a happy tale, but one of caution."

While she talked, a peculiar new addition to the room would enter. An orange tabby cat, whom would waltz over towards Zeehva and Magnolia, and look up on them with it's little eyes. Even let out a cute meow as the story came to an end, and it reached them. If Magnolia did not try anything, the cat would rub against her leg and purr, though if she seemed unfriendly, the cat would jump back, and frown a little.

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@EQ_Theta

On 1/26/2021 at 3:26 PM, EQ_Theta said:

The longma grabbed a larger piece and offered it to the refraction. This one had more pieces of pineapple and pie batter all stacked up like a tower. There’d be some more for the others, and she wouldn’t mind saving a little more for herself.

Shrimp happily took the offered food, and started to munch through it a little by little. Especially the batter started to seem like it fascinated him some, with him on occasion stopping, to lick on it, as if it were a popsicle. The pie maker had a seal of approval from him, as well as the rest of the tea for sure, though it were best not to offer Shrimp a full piece of pie. He'd eat through it, before he'd register that he wasn't really hungry anymore, and end up with a tummy ache. Best to feed him a little by little, until he lost interest naturally, instead of getting tempted with having food in his face.

Best they didn't have any gems for him either, or it might end in glittering flames. Harmless really, but it'd garner a good deal of attention too.

On 1/26/2021 at 3:26 PM, EQ_Theta said:

Though the longma were enjoying their pie, they would find Rosa excusing himself before heading off. They initially shrugged it off as him looking to possibly relieve himself in private, but once they heard a scream and saw Tomb dragging a griffon away, they turned to the thestral in confusion.

“What happened back there? And what did you mean by custody fights?”

"When two parents end up leaving one another, it tends to be settled between them how to deal with their children. Most often it goes well, as some couple just end up agreeing that their marriage isn't ideal anymore, and things goes smoothly.

Other times however, the break up is less ideal, for varied reasons. mental or physical abuse might be one, possessiveness over wanting the child for themselves, rather than letting the partner interact another. Potential uses of external stimuli such as excessive alcohol, different opinions in practices regarding how to raise the child, infidelity, and the list goes on. There are many reasons why it can go sour, but in those cases, the courts will be called in to deal with the matter of custody.

The most common is to have one parent as the primary caretaker, with the other one then having visiting rights, and more often than not, this works well. Even if the parents don't want to be around one another anymore, most can still agree on the fact that they should think of the wellbeing of their child first and foremost after all.

However, in the case of abuse, or things like alcoholism, it is more common that the parent not partaking in these things, are granted full rights. In some cases then, the other party will attempt to retake their child. usually after getting inebriated enough to think it will actually work, and make attempts at taking them again. Which before you ask, is indeed very illegal. I can imagine they'll keep him in the prison overnight, and then have the proper jurisdiction pick him up in the morning. I get the feeling that this is not his first time trying something, and as such, will likely face prison time. It should allow the family some time to get distance from him, and hopefully sobriety is going to give him a harsh wake up call.

I've seen this sort of thing before, working in varied places. Sometimes in the position of a guard entity, social worker, or reporter. You learn to pick up on things, once you are around them long enough. And as you can see, I don't have much love for beings like that. It's best for the child, as well as themselves, that they are stopped before they do something stupid. Or well, even more so than what they had already done.

Punching others out aren't normally my preferred way of dealing with things, but I don't have my tool belt, and the kid were scared. I didn't want to make it worse by having her experience that some stranger seemed to be strangling her father. Though if there had not been a clear, genetic match between them, and he had seemed sober, I would have made another conclusion, and been much less subtle about things. In case Tomb hadn't gotten there before I did. I get the sense that she would be able to bring a world of hurt down upon someone, if she so wished to.

*sigh* And regarding the matter before I had to leave, I find it a shame that your customs does not allow for one to bring food to such gatherings, though your reasons at least makes sense. A need for neutrality, would leave one in a position where it could be unethical to accept anything from one they had to bring in. Even something as minor as food.

Hmm... Though it sounds as if there are an exception to be made, if there are enough to share from. Perhaps something to consider at some point, and then bring along enough pie for all to try, if they so wished. Less of a bribery and more of an offering of friendship, on a first meeting? If nothing else, it might prove a sign of well wishes from a future ambassador. Once they are convinced said being have no intention of poisoning them, that is."

Rosa would pause so that he could take a slurp of water, and a bite of pie. Talking this much left him a bit parched, and frankly, it were a shame to let good food go to waste like this.

"Out of curiosity: What is considered an appropriate way to meet with your elders for a meeting? Beyond simply showing them the proper respect it is to bow your head, and not interrupt them as they speak. That tends to be universal."

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@Windy Breeze

On 1/26/2021 at 12:13 PM, Windy Breeze said:

Windy nodded weakly to Sorrow “Yeah, you're right. I'm very comfortable being surrounded by ponies I don't know, let alone those who might want to take' me for their own 'entertainment'” she said in a hushed tone, not wanting otherrrs to hear what she said, knowing it could offending to some fans and might even cause a controversy. Living with a high status is not easy.

Sorrow assumed that Windy were either sarcastic, cautious, or misspoke, as it seemed like the sentence she were saying should have been including the word *uncomfortable*, but really, she'd understand if she didn't want to risk it. Low voice or not, some had good ears, so why risk it? Best to leave yourself a little leeway, and assume that the two of them understood what she were going on about.

"We should probably finish up, and pay then. I'd suggest we maybe go and talk to our friend somewhere less crowded too."

Sorrow would respond in a low, whispering tone as well, before she finished the last of her desert. No need to let this go to waste. So now it were just waiting for the others to be done, then wait for the waiter or waitress, so they could pay. Or go to the counter and do it there. Both likely worked, and it wasn't like either encounter wouldn't include them asking Windy if she would like to write down what she thought of the place, and their food. Now that they knew who - or at least what - she were, they'd want to get a few positive words on the way, if possible.

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Elsewhere, Needle would be about done writing down the important parts to her boss. She'd likely be able to gain a few more hints from the corpse, but he needed to be informed of the important details now, as well as the task she had set upon the goons. He'd probably not be thrilled to know that one of them were a Wonderbolt, but she suspected that he'd like one thing less than the public scrutiny that might come from her *vanishing*: High profile being talking about what she may have learned of their organisation. That would bring unwanted attention his way, and that were not worth the risk.

As she had written, she suggested that the simplest answer were to have them tortured for information, and then wipe their memories, before releasing them again. Any injuries could just be played off as being from the town incident after all. Especially since Dr. Needle had been the one in charge of their stay there, and as such, could edit the medical report before having it properly filed. As for a memory loss, they sustained several injuries, including to the head. It wouldn't be hard to write it off as them having briefly passed out for a time.

Just having them dug into a hole, or fed to something, would be preferable though, but she considered the potential backlash to be worse. That were her suggestions anyway. it were up to the boss to decide what happened.

So she'd lock the house up good, and go visit a private courier of sorts. Another goon really, that were too scared of repercussions to dare speak against them. She were at times useful for things, but mostly, Needle just used her for delivering highly important messages discretely.

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@Windy Breeze @Kujamih @Califorum

On 1/25/2021 at 9:13 PM, Califorum said:

Cali looked to Light in annoyance and then to Molotov with more of an offended look. She crossed her arms further. "You know what, I'm done. Leave me alone." she said to Light in a dismissive tone. She hadn't come here to bicker with anyone. Then she looked to Molotov. "I have no intentions of getting involved with...whatever you are doing here. I might leave if this...Light here keeps his bickering up with me." she scowled.

On 1/25/2021 at 11:51 PM, Kujamih said:

Light kinda see this one coming..what did he expect.

"....welp that's depressing... I make a heroic speech and i lose one audience and the other one just filtered it out... At least i managed to entertain you right Blitz?"

Blitz put down what she were tinkering with on her table as her name were called, and floated something with her. A crate from under her workbench, which she sometimes used to stand on, though these days, had a main purpose written on it. In glittering, pink letters no less: *The Fun Box*. Considering the scorch marks, this might be somewhat misleading, but she didn't think so. This were a box full of happy, and now there were two who reeeeeally needed it.

"Too much sad face. Come ooooon. I have some pretty fireworks we can see. That'll make everypony happy, see? Then we can have a nice chat with lots of nice things to say, and nopony have to be sad and leave."

She'd look up between the two, with a big, innocent smile on her crazy little face. How could they say no to that?

In case they didn't, she'd pull out a few things from her fun box, which seemed like really weird contraptions. One specific one she drew out though, were a half meter wide one, with a lot of twist and turns on it, and one, large fuse. Once it were set up, and they stood at least a meter away, she'd ignite the tip of her horn, and light up the fuse. Then jump back, as the fireworks display unfolded.

It were pretty well done really, in her mind. The details on the faces were still not done, leaving that a little boring, but it would blow up in the right sequence, to show off Pinkie Pie riding on her cannon - sadly with a blank face - with glittering, multicolored tect beneath going *No sour faces in party town!*.

Even without the face being done, Pinkie had still been thrilled when Blitz gave her the first one of these. That had been a fantastic day, though she had since made a few more, just in case Pinkie might come by someday. What better way to greet her, right? And it also tended to make others get a happy face. Even if it were light outside. Wasn't like you couldn't see the colorful display there. It just lost a little in the light. It should do the trick though, she hoped. Otherwise, there'd be more things.

Felicia also followed them outside, to keep track of the little one. If it were for the sake of Blitz, or everypony else though, were up for debate. In her mind, it was a little of both, but mostly the second. This one were dangerous to be left on her own, even if she intended no harm.

If the two didn't want to come outside, she'd jump around them, and continue to ask if they didn't want to be happy, and full of smiles, instead of fighting. What fun were there in fighting after all, right? This were Equestria. Everypony should get along!

On 1/26/2021 at 12:28 PM, Windy Breeze said:

“That's a very nice gift, and I'm sure Princess Luna will appreciate it as well” Luna commented, looking closer at the alicorn models inside, “Is this completed? Maybe when I return to Canterlot to serve our highness, I can take you and your wonderful gift along with me”

"Thank you for the thought, but I wanna make sure that this is done right, at the right time. Still thinking about some ways I could perhaps polish it up a bit more, and when the time's right. Maybe when I do though, I'll see you lingering around there somewhere, eh? And gotta say, it's real swanky that you gotta serve the princess. Either one really. Have to be a great honor, though I can imagine it's tough too, depending on your duties. No offense to the guards, but they mostly just stand around. I'm feeling the maids do a whole lot more work than they'd ever do. And a personal assistant? I dunno if I can imagine a pony carrying all that cake constantly."

Molotov were having a bit of fun on the stereotype that Celestia were a bit of a cake addict, and would allegedly use any sort of gathering as an excuse to have a slice. Couldn't blame her really, cake were great. And seriously, she were in charge of a country, and rose the sun up. Let the mare have some cake if she pleased, right?

On 1/26/2021 at 12:28 PM, Windy Breeze said:

Luna would overhear Cali, and she would glance and frown at her “Leaving already? You just got here for only a few minutes. Maybe you might want to go on a temporary vacation here in Manehattan. Just... stay in your pony form”

"Yeah, or go for griffon. Folks round here don't really mind those either. Small dragons are fair game too. Human though, is gonna get you chased down by the O.M.I. And with all that magic you're juggling 'round, I can imagine that being a pain in the rear for both sides. Though if you wanna make a trip out of it, I could let you in on some good spots to be in town? I've only been here a few months, but I wander here and there. Sees a few things. Maybe I could let any of you folks know where there's something that'd fit your fancy? Maybe a spa treatment, would do you good? Not you though, Light. I think you'd hae t go to the cart shop and get re-oiled for the same sort of vibe, hehe."

Octavian · January 27, 2021

10 minutes ago, Blitz Boom said:

On 1/25/2021 at 10:45 PM, abrony-mouse said:

Fuchsia gives a lil grimace of excitement and fear at the thought of trouble but turns it into a slightly constipated grin (see my av ). "Hope not. I have my own tools if things get too hairy." Fuchsia says, but doesn't reveal her poisoned blade yet. Just in case. She was still a wary pony after all. "So do you travel alone mostly... I hope that machete didn't belong to a previous companion?" she offers, trying for mirth rather than genuinely thinking it was the blade of a fallen comrade... but not being too jokey just in case.

Smokey gave a hearty laughter at hearing this indirect, cautious inquiry towards him potentially having scavenged the extra machete of a former comrade.

"I see why you'd be concerned, but you can ease yourself, Fuchsia. I mostly work alone, and simply just carry an extra with me, as I have had situations where for one reason or another, I lost one, or ended up traversing with another who could use one. As such, I have come to bring a spare, from a somewhat large collection back home. And you don't have to worry that I recovered a blade from one I worked with before. Any offered blade, are given as a gift, and a reminder of our travels. If the worst happens, it is used as one part of a grave marker, though it have been several years since such a tragedy have happened, and I ensured that his body were properly recovered and buried later.

Have I any say in it, no companion of mine will die on my watch. And that most assuredly counts for you as well."

He really should show her his weapons room, if they made it back home as a team after this. It might fascinate her to see his collection of backups, as he tended to end up losing things here and there,

On 1/25/2021 at 10:45 PM, abrony-mouse said:

Fuchsia is impressed by the magic, although she is a lil jealous of his unicorn power. She would try to follow him through the smoke, and her keen ear might pick up a few hoof-steps if he was at all heavy-hoofed, but her eye would be completely fooled. "Thanks." she takes out a grubby mirror and inspects her face and body, dabbing occasionally at lighter patches, going for jungle greens, something she will adjust if the temple calls for it. She gets an idea, Say, maybe you can help me test it? You turn round, I'll hide and then creep up on you - and you see if you can spot me? What do you say?"

She'd be able to follow him through the smoke, if she used her ears. He wasn't trying overly much to cover his tracks here after all. Just show off a little, regarding how he'd deal with moving with some degree of caution, preparing for an ambush, or escaping. A smoke cover could be used for much.

He'd watch her with fascination as her impressive camouflage began to be set up, and would not interfere with words. It were nearly hypnotic to see Fuchsia at work with this, and nothing he could add to this, as she were clearly better at this than most he had seen. And with that base color? Ludicrous that it worked, and yet he could see it begin to take form. It felt like sacriledge if he were to interrupt this enticing show.

That is, until she posed him a challenge, and he smirked a little. This may be fun.

"I accept your challenge. I will attempt to spot you, and will not use magic to aid me in the task, as that would be cheating. Just say how long it shall be before I may turn around."

He'd swing around, and for good measure, close his eyes, as he waited to hear further from Fuchsia.

@Blitz Boom

"Great! Count to 60... no peeking." she half-teases - she had tried this on a few ponies, both adult and younger... and it was the older ones who tended to peek She soft hoofedly scuttles to the edge of the camp.

Fuchsia uses her knowledge of the area round the camp, gained when she had scoped it out before. She discounts a few of the more obvious bushes and goes for a trench in the boggy jungle ground, that had formed in the root system of two adjacent jungle trees. It was shielded by undergrowth from direct view of the camp, but would allow her glimpses of his movement and was close by, allowing for a surprise leap out if her prey gave her the opportunity.

She doesn't have much time, but she softly piles jungle debris on top of her lithe body and lies as flat as possible in the boggy ground. Once the count is up she will hope her hiding place resists his initial survey and bide her time while he explores alternative hiding places, waiting for the perfect opportunity to jump out >:3

Midnight_Aurora · January 27, 2021

2 hours ago, Blitz Boom said:

The shark mare didn't really understand all that her new friend were talking about, but it sounded like the smell they were after, were akin to her own then? In that case, it made sense for her that she'd wander closer to Cacora, and start circling her, whilst sniffing to her. If she were to go by a scent, she'd need to know what to follow after all, and this sounded like it were as good a choice as any.

"Friend smell- *sniff* *sniff*"

She'd sniff the air after picking up as much scent as she felt like she needed, then started to smell around in the air. The most direct one, were that which lingered from where Cacora had walked before, so she would walk a few steps that way, before turning around, and following Cacora again. All the while, she'd keep smelling to air, to see if she could find some sort of trace that smelled like this to follow. Had to help new friends, right? She were sure that is what the funny horse things did, and now that she were one of them, she had to do that too, yes?

@Blitz Boom

**Cacora's scent is much different than the ponies as she also smells a bit like insectoids, with a hint of something akin to emotional awareness. If any other scents like that are around, it seems Cacora doesn't directly know of them. However, due to Cacora having been around ponies most of her life, her scent has a stronger hint of the ponies she and her new friend are around. Cacora doesn't know it but it could be possible that one such being she is looking for is around as well. Cacora continues her search, she says,**

"It could be a friend's smell. There is still much I don't rightly know. Let's just see where this trail I am following leads."

**Eventually it would lead her towardd either the Golden Oaks Library or crystal castle.** (Depending on if and when the events involving Tirek happened.)

3 hours ago, Blitz Boom said:

"If they wanted chaos, they should have went with a draconequui. Meddlesome beasts are the sheer embodiment of why no sensible being would think you could have a being of controlled chaos, as chaos itself, is unrestrained. Only thing worse is a creature of pure order, as they destroy the self. Can't have an orderly world, if free will exists.

But you say you are not from here, and this form have been granted, instead of being your own? Interesting. Sounds akin to the magic that separates this and the human world."

She knew off this, but not a lot, and never had she seen it in action. Though supposedly, it were something that would ensure that humans drawn here through that gate, would become ponies, and vice versa. Perhaps this were one of those times? Been a while since she had last seen a human. And one not suffering unspeakable torments? That'd be a first

@Blitz Boom

**Silverwing just shrugs. He shows her another of the scrolls, this one depicting a Unicorn pony being fused with some kind of magical box like structure.**

"This is where I heard about Spell Matrices this time around. But then I drank a memory restoration potion and regained a number of memories more than I had been awakened to. Knowledge is a powerful tool should it be used right. And for me it seems that Spell Matrices are the only way my power can stabilize and be wield-able normally. The Spell Matrix itself would only be a foundation for the formation of my spells, if my memory serves me right. I have a number of these scrolls from the cult. Many of them don't feel like they should be available to the untrained on this world. I want to bring them to the sisters for consideration and safe keeping but my magical instability, and my own currently personal desire to not see the sun and moon, prevents me from attempting the trip."

**When he says the last few sentences, he also points to a sack holding a number of scrolls.** "I took them from the cult so they didn't get themselves killed or worse, bring true darkness upon this world. A world protected by The Four Council and this world's All-Mother Alicorn."

3 hours ago, Blitz Boom said:

"I know a little about it, but you will not hear me speak a word of it. My contract forbids me from speaking of things, which might lead to others being hurt, and this thing are something which would cause a lot of harm, if misused. As such, it is physically impossible for me to share what little I knew with a stranger. Though it wouldn't have helped you much. Vague stories and rumors for the most part. Had I known properly about it in my time, I would not have ended up like this.

Something you say though, makes me curious. You speak of rebirths? Do you mean like a phoenix, or a true rebirth, with a new life, from start to finish? You shouldn't hold memories of so many lives, if it is the latter."

**To this Silverwing says,** "Your right. Normally one wouldn't remember their past existences when they undergo Rebirth. But a spiritual awakening to their chain of memories will allow one to remember. I have already under gone such an awakening. That's why the name Silverwing is so strongly connected to me. Also true rebirth and phoenix rebirth aren't all that different. The symbol for rebirth, where I originally am from, is the mythical Phoenix and if I understand Ancient Celestial as correctly as my memory is reciting it for me to understand, then I can say that my true name translates into one word....Rebirth. Plus Phoenix is just another language's word for Rebirth or to be reborn again."

**He then contemplates his next words carefully, before saying,**

"All beings and things are born. All beings and things live. All beings and things will eventually die. All beings and things are unified in death, only to be reborn again. The cycle of Rebirth in a nutshell."

Evil Pink One · January 28, 2021

@Blitz Boom, @Califorum @Windy Breeze

"... Sure why not."

As Light, Cali and Blitz went out to light some fireworks, Nostalgia kicks in. Remembering when Light's life was peaceful.

"... Hmm..."

Molotov then mentioned about re oiling and replied.

" Oil contaminates my fleshy part. So i prefer using butter or extra virgin olive oil.... It also helps with skin care."

EQ_Theta · January 28, 2021

@Blitz Boom

“It’s a shame… Why parents even choose to separate it beyond me. They chose to be together, raise a family, and then none of that matters? It’s even worse for the child who has to live and grow through that, even if the parents choose their child’s well-being over theirs. Sometimes, the world outside the forest really confuses me. Everything seems to go one way, then suddenly things turn out different, and I’m back to knowing nothing.”

Things like marriages and friendships may not turn out right, but the concept of separation is foreign to the longma. When two longma decide to join and become partners, that was always a choice done with the utmost care. It was a lifelong commitment, and there wouldn’t be a way to back out of that choice later on. Doing so is unheard of, and there should always be a way to work things out. Perhaps ponies, griffons, or any other creatures would have something complicated that makes resolving those conflicts difficult, but that was something neither Sen nor Lin could wrap their heads around.

“About what you said regarding food and meetings with elders. I may have misunderstood you.” Lin chimed in, thinking about what Rosa mentioned earlier in line with talk about ambassadors. “Food isn’t something the longma give to elders unless it involves the whole village. If we’re talking about foreign creatures, then I guess that is something unexplored and new to think about. I suppose a something that shows the visitor is trustworthy enough to not cause trouble?”

“Because the longma haven’t had contact with other creatures, we don’t have any rules or preconceptions about what goes on in those situations. Elder Ghilan was open to meeting you, and for the most part, that was informal. Officially meeting with the elder is a lot more complicated. A request has to be brought up to the elder’s advisors, who then convenes with elder, and when all or most agree that the matter is urgent, the one who made the request can meet with the elder and the advisers.”

Seemingly excessive for a place known for simplicity? Yes, but the very few times the process has been invoked, it usually turned out for the better. Most longma are satisfied with this system simply because there was a way to ensure that the elder would be called to assist in a serious matter with guidance and second opinions. Only in the most urgent of matters can the elder overrule this process.

All this knowledge on customs was relayed to him in the past by Elder Ghilan, though this was mostly hypothetical to the longma. Ghilan knew this because he was taught this from his advisors. He certainly thought it was important enough for Sen to know as he knew more outsiders than any other longma. If he was capable of forming relations with foreign creatures, then he could do well with knowledge of how elders conduct themselves with each other and with their respective villages.

“Respectful bowing aside, a meeting with the elder is considered a formal affair. The longma are distrustful of outsiders, and aside from letting your actions speak for you, let your words mean what you say. Figurative expressions are not a thing to the longma, so one’s words must mean exactly as how they are said. Oh, and being patient about time also helps. That part allows the elder to consider everything that comes into making a decision, even if it takes longer than expected.”

Windy Breeze · January 29, 2021

@Blitz Boom

“You mean Razor? Well, he does sound as if he had to say something important to us and he looks agitated”

She turned he attention to Tepe, who shrugged nonchalantly, but nodded to tell them he agreed with what they are saying. Windy decided to gulp down her dessert, much to his horror and disgust though he didn't show it.

“Ahh, delicious. This is why blueberries are my favorite. A perfect combination for cheesecakes” she whispered in delight.

@Blitz Boom @Kujamih @Califorum

On 1/28/2021 at 3:56 AM, Blitz Boom said:

"Thank you for the thought, but I wanna make sure that this is done right, at the right time. Still thinking about some ways I could perhaps polish it up a bit more, and when the time's right. Maybe when I do though, I'll see you lingering around there somewhere, eh? And gotta say, it's real swanky that you gotta serve the princess. Either one really. Have to be a great honor, though I can imagine it's tough too, depending on your duties. No offense to the guards, but they mostly just stand around. I'm feeling the maids do a whole lot more work than they'd ever do. And a personal assistant? I dunno if I can imagine a pony carrying all that cake constantly."

Luna snorted “Trying hard to make your gift perfect is a sign of an undying loyalty. I like it” she let out a short laugh when Molotov talks about her job, “Don't worry, I'm a night guard. I don't always have to stand around like lifeless pony statues in a well-designed garden. Before I serve the princess, I serve to protect my own town from stray wild animals, I mostly patrol the streets surrounding the town hall”

She frowned when Cali seemed to have not heard or ignored Molotov and her suggestion, her eyebrows slightly lowered in dismay and let out a sigh of restrained anger, but In another part of her mind, Cali maybe too busy hangingg out, with Blitz.

She turned to Light “Skin care? Interesting. I'm always curious of how everypony take care of their own body other than trimming their coats and styling their manes and tails, and may I know what virgin oil is made from?”

Edited January 29, 2021 by Windy Breeze

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