advanced Strange Tales of the Equestrian Idiot OOC (Now 20% cooler!)

[GreyScholar 1,584]

@@bronislav84,

I'm glad I was asked, as I am always up for playing Princess Celestia. 

 

@@HigurSan

Hmm... well, while such is not ideal, situations like this often mean one might have to do some editing of posts. It was a mistake, but an innocent one, 

[Hypn0ticD 1,213]

@@EquestrianScholar, @@HigurSan, @@Windbreaker,

 

Sorry for the wait again! Quest for Noms + Section Staff Duties + Internet Crapping Out = Delayed Response!

 

I figured as much from the last time I contacted you. And I won't lie, I am surprised you'd want to join this RP! 

 

Also, if you can try to post at least a week, as I find myself bogged down from time to time as well! 

 

I know you can write rather detailed posts, which is what I try to strive for in mine. You also have an impressive app, but I still want you fill out an app when you can, as there are some on my app that don't appear on the EqE apps! 

 

(Hint 1: copy and paste is your friend! 

Hint 2: Luna is friggin' TALL! 6'3" without her horn, and 7' with!)

 

I like your ideas regarding prior knowledge of the humans, and have to add your first idea reminds me of these three...*

 

On a somewhat more serious note, the idea of having humans being discovered in ancient Equestria could possibly be used in the RP... perhaps discovered in a sealed section of a royal library and discovered later on the RP...? 

 

Going off your second idea is going to be a breeze. I envisioned the thaumatologists to have quite a bit more tact than to just let anyone through to Equestria--least of all, anyone with a criminal record or an overzealous fanboy, hence the "contest"!

 

Perhaps the contest can be overseen by the elder princesses, yet Luna could have growing reservations the more she learns from the thaumatologists, hence her prior knowledge mentioned in an earlier post, which leads her to be extremely suspicious and paranoid of the humans when they first arrive...?

 

*Gotta love that animation!

[Hypn0ticD 1,213]

@@bronislav84,

 

The link should work now...

[HigurSan 195]

@@Hypn0ticD,

The second idea would stand up very well. It's make sense that Luna would be paranoid of humans, even with the careful selection process, after having seen the reason for the selection process to be needed.

So consequently, she'd be watching them like a hawk the whole time. Which could be rather funny depending on how its played.

 

Like this. But with Luna: http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140428214527/mlp/images/7/72/FANMADE_Celestia_stalker.png

[GreyScholar 1,584]

I like your ideas regarding prior knowledge of the humans, and have to add your first idea reminds me of these three...*

... heh, you do realize that is exactly what I am referencing, My Little Pony G1, right? I am suggesting that Generation 1 of My Little Pony be the ancient past of Friendship is Magic. That Megan and her siblings be the only humans that ever knew ponies directly or been to their world, yet have such information about them become ancient myth and legend.

 

For example, like how they handled the idea in the fanfiction The Elements of Harmony and the Savior of Worlds, a series I would highly recommend, when it comes to humans and Generation 1.

 

Going off your second idea is going to be a breeze. I envisioned the thaumatologists to have quite a bit more tact than to just let anyone through to Equestria--least of all, anyone with a criminal record or an overzealous fanboy, hence the "contest"! Perhaps the contest can be overseen by the elder princesses, yet Luna could have growing reservations the more she learns from the thaumatologists, hence her prior knowledge mentioned in an earlier post, which leads her to be extremely suspicious and paranoid of the humans when they first arrive...?

That could work in fixing the issues found in the narrative so far, allowing for a certain balance.

 

Luna is friggin' TALL! 6'3" without her horn, and 7' with!

I'm not saying your wrong, just asking out of curiosity, but how do you figure? Whatever process you use, perhaps you can help me figure out Princess Celestia's height?

 

I know you can write rather detailed posts, which is what I try to strive for in mine. You also have an impressive app, but I still want you fill out an app when you can, as there are some on my app that don't appear on the EqE apps!

(Here you go)

Name: Princess Celestia

Species: Born Alicorn*

Approximate Age: Over a millennia old

Gender: Mare

Height: 7'1" without horn, 7'9" with horn

Weight: It is impolite to ask a princess this

Eye color: Purple

Mane and Tail color: A pastel rainbow of violet, azure, green and cyan

Physical Description: A white coated mare whose presence cannot be missed, taller then any other pony in Equestria with long thin legs accented with an elegantly shaped of body and face. Has a jeweled golden crown, neck and hoof ornaments that are a sign of her title.

Cutie Mark: A sun of orange red curved rays, an orange border, and golden yellow center

Occupation: Diarch of Equestria

Other distinctive features: Mane and tail have an ethereal, shining quality while it moves as if by an unfelt breeze.

Backstory

Little is know of Celestia's and her sister's early years. All the regal alicorn has revealed is snippets. Little snippets... The old castle that housed the royal princesses before the days of Discord... and the days before the Times of Trouble. A time when her parents watched the creation of the three races bonded by the fire of friendship.

 

Much speculation has arisen concerning the whereabouts of her parents. Some scholars say they were imprisoned by the chaotic Discord, but other say they sacrificed themselves to give their daughters a chance to defeat him. Either way, it was left up to Celestia and Luna to save the land, going to the Tree of Harmony to aquire the Elements to fight such a powerful foe as Discord.

 

Celestia stayed calm in the face of adversity, so as to keep everypony's spirits high. She cared for those suffering, but gave possible false hope that the sisters could fix the damage that was done. As the sisters tried fighting directly before going to the Tree of Harmony, but found they could do nothing. Discord decided to have some fun with the pair, starting by trying to tempt Princess Celestia to rule with him, side by side. Even though Celestia admitted that it would be easier to give in, her love for her sister and the suffering ponies meant she could not accept such an offer.

 

With a laugh, the draconequus left. He cackled, saying that there was more than one way to sway Celestia. Celestia was worried, fearing for her sister but she was able to find her and lead her to the Tree and then imprison Discord in stone. Celestia wielding the Elements of Magic, Generosity, and Kindness while Luna wielded the Elements of Loyalty, Honesty, and Laughter... thus allowing the sisters to restore order to a land having known chaos for so long.

 

As time passed the princesses helped Equestria grow through diplomatic relations, even aiding the Crystal Empire, a kingdom that fell prey to shadowy tyrant by the name of King Sombra. Celestia quickly realized in her trials that he was both powerful and cunning and was again separated from her sister. Celestia fought her way to King Sombra and Luna. She roused her sister to action so that together they could defeat him.

 

However all was not well. Not only was Princess Luna unwilling to speak of her troubles, King Sombra had also planted a curse on the Crystal Empire as he was just becoming imprisoned in ice. He had the Crystal Empire disappeared from the face of Equestria for 1000 years, leaving Princess Celestia heartbroken. Luna tried to comfort her, but to no avail as the royal sisters returned to Equestria in sorrow.

 

As time passed, Equestria desired more of the day and less of the night. Princess Celestia was inwardly pleased with her subject's praise, but she noticed an increasingly distant and unhappy Luna, one who felt a darkness envelop her very soul... Celestia promised herself frequently to speak with her sister, but she could never do so because her subjects continued to seek her attention. It would be too late when she realized the dire consequences of her neglect towards her sister...

 

On night though, Celestia met her sister in the throne room as Luna spoke her frustrations to her before breaking the podium between their thrones and creating a large crack going up the wall behind her. With such a hole opened up revealing the sun and Luna rose into the air raising the sun as she did creating an eclipse. With this dark rays formed around the moon falling upon Celestia's sister and energy begins to encircle Luna into ball of magic going from red to black to blue which formed the mane and tail of the mare before Celestia as she watched the transformation reach completion.

 

Maniacal laughter of a voice so unlike her sister filled the room, before the one that had once been her sister created a beam of magic that brought damage to the throne room. Celestia stepped forward and flow into the air before being attacked. Landing she calls Luna's name and says she will not fight her and tries reasoning with her. Yet this only brought a correction that the mare was not Luna but one calling herself Nightmare Moon and the words that she will destroy Celestia with such another beam attack forcing Celestia to take fight.

 

Nightmare Moon gave chase as flow away from her foe, continuing her attack as Celestia did her best to avoid attacks but finally she was hit and with a cry falls to the ground inside the castle. After a moment Celestia stood, and after looking in the direction of her foe decides with soft apology that she must take action. With such her magic opened up the place where the Elements were stored, and gathering them up they begin to spin around her. With light and energy forming around her Celestia rose up to where Nightmare Moon was and with tears appearing in her eyes used the Elements to attack the mare before her.

 

The jewels each brought forth a beam that combined together to create a rainbow of energy that overcame Nightmare Moon's own magic. With one final cry the dark mare was overcome and sent flying to the moon and being trapped within, her image appearing upon its surface.

 

Celestia placed the Elements back onto the pedestal once she was able, the Element of Magic disappearing while the others turned to stone. With sorrow, Celestia moved as quickly and as far away from the castle as she could... the conflict leaving the castle in ruins. Celestia finally slowed, uncertain on what to do next. She just wanted to hide, to cry but she knew her subjects would be afraid and confused... they needed her!

 

It was then that Celestia lowered the moon and allowed the sun to be revealed and gathered her little ponies to tell them that everything was fine. When the ponies asked about Luna however, Celestia could only give the half truth as she hung her head. She said that Nightmare Moon had taken her and as a result Celestia would oversee the duties of the night for Equestria's safety and Luna's memory. The Summer Sun Celebration was created by the ponies for the defeat of Nightmare Moon but for Celestia it was a bitter reminder of her loss and regret.

 

Celestia was not satisfied, she wanted to have her sister back. She found an oracle that prophesied that Nightmare would be freed in 1000 years. The stars would aid in her escape, but new wielders of the Elements of Harmony would be needed to be found if the princess wanted to save her sister.

 

A new castle was soon built and with it Canterlot grew around it. Many new cities spurt from the ground and prospered as Celestia continued to watch and guide. In this rule, Celestia created a facade to become the ruler her subjects needed. She had to be perfect in everything, from action to speech. On top of that, she had to be perfectly calm, never faltering, and never sorrowing. She had to be prepared to counter ever possible intrigue and threat to keep her subjects' hopes alive, even when all seemed doubtful and uncertain for her.

 

In her private chambers however, the princess allowed her emotions to pour. She sung a lullaby looking up at the moon, unsure as to whether her sister heard... Her guilt and loneliness poured out to the night sky... She wanted her sister back, and would do whatever it took to do so... even if it took a thousand years to find those ponies who would save her...

 

Time continued to pass. Few could ever get close to her, but when she found somepony important in her life, it pained her whenever they passed on. So many ponies knew her, but no one came close to truly understanding her as an aura of awe and mystery surrounded. Ponies had all sorts of feelings towards her, but few ever really knew her...

 

Time was almost up. In just a few years, Nightmare Moon would return. She still had to find the 6 ponies who could activate the Elements of Harmony. However, a Sonic Rainboom changed all that. It hadn't been performed in centuries, and with it came a strong magical connection that appeared in the form of 6 ponies and the head of a dragon plopping his head through her school's tower.

 

Moving quickly, Celestia arrived to see a strong energy emanating from a young purple filly having lost control of her unicorn powers. The effects were there: pony transformation, pony levitation, and a giant dragon. Celestia softly placed her hoof onto the filly's shoulder, resulting in a calming of the magic and the dropping of the filly onto the ground.

 

Twilight, as was the filly's name, apologized in fear of wrongdoing, but Celestia quickly explained that it wasn't her doing. She knew this filly was different, offering for her to be the princess's apprentice. All Twilight could do was stare in disbelief, but her parents, in full eager agreement, encouraged Twilight to accept. It was then that Celestia pointed at the filly's newly formed cutiemark, showing that Twilight had gained her cutie mark.

 

In the years to come, Celestia would search out the other ponies who were possibly connected with Twilight in some way. In very subtle ways, she would lead them to Ponyville, so that once the day had come there would be those ready for the call to protect Equestria. Celestia was pleased when she heard from her student that she had read the book the princess had placed for her and the concern Twilight expressed. Yet, instead of admitting the truth of the matter, Celestia charged Twilight with the task of checking for the readiness of the Summer Sun Celebration in Ponyville.

 

After seeing her plan moving forward, Celestia waited, knowing that what would come on Nightmare Moon's return. She had to trust her student to make all the friends she needed. Deep down, she had to hope that despite her fears, Twilight would activate the Elements of Harmony and succeed where she had failed...

 

Now... Celestia could only watch as the destiny of her student unfolded.

 

 

*Celestia and Luna are officially born alicorns, unlike Cadance and Twilight who are 'ascended' alicorn.

Edited June 16, 2015 by EquestrianScholar

[Hypn0ticD 1,213]

@@EquestrianScholar,

 

... And we have ourselves a Celestia!

[GreyScholar 1,584]

@@Hypn0ticD,

Yah, with probably the longest backstory among those here. Laughs, really though with a life over a 1000 years what do you expect?   

[GreyScholar 1,584]

@@bronislav84,

This is about the length I might go, though not too much longer unless I'm having a character reply to multiple characters. 

My post may likely even be shorter, as I normally adapt to how others are posting.

Edited June 16, 2015 by EquestrianScholar

[GreyScholar 1,584]

Sure that is fine... also, if you want a stronger idea of how much length and detail I can offer this is my most recent post roleplaying Princess Celestia. Go here

[GreyScholar 1,584]

I have just caught up with the roleplay as it has gone so far... and I can already see where Celestia will side on the issues. Interesting, she will probably have a much more positive and optimistic view of the situation the her sister Luna.

This will mean once I have her join, perhaps at Twilight's castle or before such, Celestia will offer an alternative view involving humans then Luna that may well lead to some discussion or debate between the sisters though she would keep such words more in private then in front of the others, She would still give her own words involving humans, though they would probably ease concerns the Mane Six have compared to Luna from what I have already read.

Edited June 17, 2015 by EquestrianScholar

[EcstaticWind 572]

I should mention this to everyone. I haven't seen any of Season 5, so I won't be able to make any references to any events of said season.

[Kamii 595]

Can I still apply? This is, what seems to be, the best RP idea I've found so far here (at least for my OC).
I'm still a newbie, so I don't know if you are confortable with me around, but might as well try and apply. I've been reading through the RP topic, still haven't read the whole thing, but I think I could join in on the fun ^-^

 

Name: Phoenix Wright
Species (Unicorn/ Pegasus/ Earth Pony/ Crystal Pony/Griffin): Earth Pony
Approximate Age (Foal/Young Adult/Adult): 21~ years old (link to the OC on my signature btw)
Mare or Stallion: Stallion
Height (Feet and inches): Normal size for a Stallion, I dunno :< As a human, almost 6 feet tall.
Weight (in pounds): Again, normal weight for a Stallion. Dunno what that might be though
Eye color: Dark blue
Mane color: Black
Physical Description: He's just your average looking Stallion. His personality has more to say than his looks. Even though you can't look away from his spiky mane xD
Occupation (Optional): A student, but wishes to be a lawyer in the near future.
Other distinctive features (if any): He's loyal, relaxed, a little bit of a crybaby and childish. Naive, but can be mature once the situation calls for it.
Backstory (A little more about your character): There's a somewhat backstory in his Character page. I don't think I need to post the whole thing here :/
Cutie Mark: It's the symbol of justice, but instead of a scale, it's a phoenix. Representing his talent for pursue justice and the truth.

[Hypn0ticD 1,213]

@,

 

I'm gonna have to say no to your character's app for several reasons.

 

The first and foremost reason being Phoenix Wright is not really your character. While it is perfectly acceptable to play established characters, Phoenix Wright wouldn't really fit in with this RP, as I don't plan on taking any of the characters to court for any reason.

 

Another reason is that I only plan on keeping the number of humans at 2. I may be reading into this wrong, but it seems like the age and height are implying

 

The third reason is you haven't filled out the app correctly. I usual don't have access to a computer for the majority of the day, and I have to rely on my phone. As such, I can't see member's sigs, and therefore, I can't see the link to your character's profile.

[Hypn0ticD 1,213]

@@EquestrianScholar,

 

Feel free to post when you can! Perhaps it would get the ball rolling again!

 

But just so you know, the humans will be bringing some of their technology with them, such as their laptops, phones, and in my character Colette's case, her guitars and amps.

 

I'll also include a bit of dialogue between the scholars once it's time to bring the humans in...

[GreyScholar 1,584]

@@Hypn0ticD,

I will try getting to that today, sorry for the wait. I will be making other posts as well, elsewhere, though for another character of mine Mythos Gray.

 

As long as they don't bring weapons like guns or more harmful technology, Princess Celestia wont have a problem with such. Yet the humans may still be in for disappointment since I don't believe Equestria has electricity, their technology would have to perhaps be adapted to continue working while 'visiting'. Perhaps a spell could be cast to change the source of power or something like this.

Edited June 18, 2015 by EquestrianScholar

[GreyScholar 1,584]

@@bronislav84,

Perhaps, it was a thought I can considered. If any pony can come up with an answer to the problem, Twilight likely can.

 

Also, last I checked Equestria doesn't have the internet or communication towers for the phones... so those are resources that would be unavailable. The phones especially I could see as being next to useless in Equestria, unless they are somehow able to use them to call home. Again, I see magic being the most believable answer though such would be a sort of 'theory-crafting' and not certain to work.

Edited June 18, 2015 by EquestrianScholar

[Hypn0ticD 1,213]

@@HigurSan,

@@EquestrianScholar, @@Love, @@Derplight Sperkle, @@bronislav84, @@Taialin, @@Yoshi89,@@Windbreaker,

 

Just waiting on someone to post so we can move on to Twilight's castle...

 

Perhaps one of the princesses could lead the way? After all, it seems a might rude for a normal Pony to lead the way...

[GreyScholar 1,584]

@@Hypn0ticD,

I might be able to... either tonight or tomorrow, though I have at least six posts to make counting three posts for Princess Celestia in Equestria Empire before the end of Sunday.

[GreyScholar 1,584]

With only 40 minutes until midnight, I have one more post... it would seem this will be Strange Tales of the Equestrian Idiot.

Edited June 22, 2015 by EquestrianScholar

[Hypn0ticD 1,213]

@@EquestrianScholar, @@bronislav84, @@Yoshi89, @@HigurSan,

 

Apparently, no one's moving, so perhaps Twilight or Spike goes for the others, only to come across Princess Celestia. From there, they can meet up with the others?

 

If that fails, I can always just have Applejack just go above protocol and lead the way.

 

After all, without anyone moving, we can't move on!

[GreyScholar 1,584]

@@Hypn0ticD,

That could work

[Hypn0ticD 1,213]

Finally getting around to this!

 

@@bronislav84, @@EquestrianScholar, @@HigurSan,

 

I spoke to @Windbreaker a few days ago, as he's and he agrees with EquestrianScholars' third idea the most, as it best fits my original idea.

 

I figured the Canterlot scholars would have a great deal more tact than to just let a dangerous alien in to Equestria, especially after studying them for a time.

 

Windbreaker also asked why his character Alex was chosen, as he's not a Bron, to which I answered that was a major factor in their decision for both him and my character Colette -- because they're not Bronies, yet reveal just enough to determine that they won't hurt anypony. Also, what better way to prove Equestria is real than presenting two doubting Toms irrefutable proof?

 

That, and I didn't want to have two emo kids who wanna escape their life in Equestria!

 

Okay, with that out of the way, time to start on a AJ post!

[GreyScholar 1,584]

@@Hypn0ticD,

I will try to post, perhaps today, though we have so much more to do before my family and I have to move. We have to be out of the house in 5 days, with moving many things out tomorrow. Sighs

[HigurSan 195]

@@Hypn0ticD,

Remind me of what the third idea was? I can't find it.

 

I still maintain that Luna would be super-against letting humans see Equestria and go back. Cause then others, perhaps not as carefully screened, would try to come in.

 

There's also the 'Explorers and Indians' scenario. Culture pollution -is- a serious threat.

Edited June 25, 2015 by HigurSan

[GreyScholar 1,584]

@@HigurSan,

Well I already have an idea with Princess Celestia, in knowing her sister so well, having all of the scientists' research copied and archived with express direction that none are allowed to access the research without her express permission... how or when this comes up is left to be said. The older and wiser sister will not allow the younger, more impulsive sister to ruins things for everypony.

 

Heh 

Edited June 25, 2015 by EquestrianScholar