open The Town That Friendship Forgot

[Astral Vision 286]

20 hours ago, ExplosionMare said:

@Astral Vision

Astral’s fruit puns didn’t sound good. Not just because they were bad, but because they signaled potential danger on the track.

“Oh! Uh, ok, so, should we try to avoid them or focus on defending ourselves? If you wanna defend I can use my magic to repel the fruit if you don’t mind taking over the driving,” Pencil replied, thinking on the spot.

Pencil took a quick glance behind her and Astral and saw Pastel holding a banana. She was utterly confused as to why she was holding it, but she decided not to question it. She was glad she didn’t, because she hadn’t been paying attention until now and nearly crashed into one of the nearby buildings. Pencil Pouch swerved to avoid it, kicking up a cloud of dust that sent her into a brief coughing fit. This isn’t the first time she almost fell of course. If she let this happen again, she could wreck the kart and disqualify. The thought made Pencil nervous, but she submerged it and retained focus on the race. Once the kart was stable once again, Pencil cleaned her goggles off and looked at Astral, awaiting his suggestions.

@ExplosionMare

"Right now the kart is still protected by my spell, but our wheels aren't protected! I'll take the wheel, you focus on any hazards! Even Dynamo and Pastel, but don't strike first!"

Astral quickly maneuvered to the driver's seat and took the wheel. While the unicorn didn't have much experience with a racing cart, surely carrying his travel cart across Equestria counted for something, right?

[CameoShadowness 251]

(lets see if this finally works for me)

After being chased for what felt like forever, Beryl crashed into a bush. The carts racing by scared her chaser off and she was finally able to rest, until she realized she really couldn't. She looked at the carts racing by in confusion and fear settled in with the fact that she was not only far from her path but so far she has no idea what's going on.

 She looked in horror.

Edited June 2, 2020 by CameoShadowness

[Samurai Equine 51,665]

@Pastel Heart, @Dynamo Pad, @ExplosionMare, @Astral Vision, @Ragland Tiger

The race was getting intense as Daring Decor gets closer to the two lead karts. "Yes! YES!! It's working! This siren I bought from the Mirthly Joke Shope is actually working!" Daring probably would have commented on seeing a pony teleport onto the windshield of Dynamo and Pastel's kart, but as soon as he sees it, he gets blindsided by the remaining cloud of dust made by Pencil. It makes his siren slow down and go haywire while Daring goes into a coughing fit himself. "*Cough, cough* No!! I've gone blind! I'm going to lose the race because of this... MIRTHLY! DO SOMETHING!!!" Daring is forced to slow down and surrender the position of 3rd place; for now.

Meanwhile, the line has been crossed.
This is it, racers! The final lap! It's make or break time!

LAP 3

@CameoShadowness

A pony just so happened to be in the area where Beryl is. He's currently selling race merch, but he is observant. "Hmm? Oh... Is that a breezie? Aren't they super sensitive or something like that?" Trilby says to himself quietly. He smiles and waves in her direction.

@Kronos the Revenant, @Windy Breeze ☁️ ☁️ ☁️

Samurai was at first a little skeptical. The hotel just seems like a normal hotel. A high-priced, luxury hotel perhaps; but still just a hotel.
But then they go to a floor that looks more like an office space than a part of a hotel. He sees office workers and doors with signs on them. And before long, he is in the office of a fat pony that likes to smoke cigars. The pony in question is standing and looking out his window, listening to the race commentary on the radio. Apparently, the racers just started the third and final lap.

"You're... You're...!" Samurai begins, realizing who he is in front of.

"Ziggurate. Mayor Black Ziggurate." He puts out his cigar and smiles contently, not even looking in Samurai's direction. "Despite everything, I must admit... I rather like seeing this race. It takes me back to my childhood, when I'd build make-shift go karts and get into all kinds of fun." For a moment, there is an almost magic aura about the mayor. Like something has sparked in him. But it is put out when he sits back down at his desk and looks at his visitor. "But what I want to know is why. What you up to, Mr. Samurai? What are you trying to achieve? You're going above and beyond the job of town military leader." Mayor Ziggurate says with complete skepticism.

For a moment, Samurai pauses.
What he says here and now could affect everything that he and his friends have been working for.
"...What am I doing?" Samurai smiles in honesty. "I'm doing YOUR job, Mr. Mayor. The job you should be doing for this town right now." Samurai admits boldly. To which, the Mayor's jaw practically hits the floor. "W-wha... Why you--!!" But the mayor is interrupted before he can say anything further. "This town is lost, Mr. Mayor. They're waiting for you. You, and the other mayor too. I'm not trying to harm anyone, I'm just trying to help. When you're ready to come out of hiding, when you're ready to lead or to just talk with my friends, then I'll back off. Might even leave the town for good, if it no longer needs me. Til then, we're done!" Samurai says, finishing with a confident smirk.

Samurai turns around, but looks back one more time. "Oh, and by the way, there's going to be an after-party at my house. You're invited to come along too, if you want! Otherwise, feel free to contact me any time. That shouldn't be too hard for a mayor." Samurai says and begins to leave.

Mayor Ziggurate is speechless. He doesn't know what else to say. "Umm... Good job, Kronos? I'll uh... I'll send you the payment for your work today. No further orders. I uh... I think I need to speak with some of my associates." He waves, not sure what else to do.

Edited June 2, 2020 by Samurai Equine 🔥🔥

[Windy Breeze 15,190]

@Samurai Equine 🔥🔥 @Kronos the Revenant

Shadow let out a sigh, realizing Samurai wasn't really in danger, but she still dislike Kronos and Mayor Ziggurate. She said to her mind she managed to find where they are despite the floor is filled with offices. She was about to leave when she accidentally trip over a vase which was easily shattered by one of her hooves “Oh @$#&!” she yelped. The elevator was just 4 floors below her. If someone heard the vase, then she'll be caught and worse.

[Dynamo Pad 11,328]

On 5/31/2020 at 8:32 AM, Astral Vision said:

@Dynamo Pad @ExplosionMare @Pastel Heart

Astral was glad that there appeared to be no further pressing tasks, meaning he could finally focus on the race at hoof. He knew Pencil was still determined to win, as well were Dynamo and the Pink Wonder. As the unicorn quickly observed their opponents, he blinked at the sight of a banana peel in their possession.

"Um, Pencil? Looking at the artillery Dynamo is packing, we might want to 'peel out' before things turn 'pear-shaped'".

Dynamo's ear perked as he heard Astral's response with a deadpanned expression. "Those were some bad puns and you did that intentionally, Astral! Although, I can't fault you as I'm someone who likes all kinds of puns. Even the ones that make you want to cringe." He chuckled, before gaining a serious look upon his face. It looked as if Astral and Pencil were planning to make some countermeasures against him and Pastel, as well as the other racers that were still making their way towards the groups positions.

On 5/31/2020 at 11:56 AM, Pastel Heart said:

@Samurai Equine 🔥🔥 @Dynamo Pad @ExplosionMare @Astral Vision

Pastel wasn't entirely confident in her driving skills, with the real thing atleast, but she couldn't say no to Dynamo, she needed to be cool for him, she thought. Full of vigor, putting on her imaginary Duke sunglasses, she...

...Police sirens! Pastels eyes widened as she flailed her front legs

"AAHH! IT WAS A FIX! MARTIAL LAW! THEY'LL NEVER TAKE US ALIVE!!! If I'm going down I'm going down like Scarhoof!!!"

Something about it triggered something in her chuuni brain because all hesitation disappeared and she swapped out with Dyny, instantly selling on the gas to outrun the "police" kart. You could almost hear the GTA1 opening theme zoom by with them as the kart took off dangerously ahead. She was fine for now.... until it came time to turn. This is gonna be a bumpy ride.

Dynamo blinked as Pastel was trying to take the wheel, while trying to put on imaginary sunglasses. "I feel like there was a lot of references that I've either heard of in movies, or video games. I've played a bit of the Scarhoof game, but I never really got that far, to be honest." He would say, before a sudden idea had come to mind. "Actually, Pastel-chan? Would you like to be able to be a magical girl? I have an idea, but I need your hoof. Just like Scarhoof would always say. How about we show them our little friend?" He concentrated on his driving, while his horn glowed in preparation for a spell. Just like before, he managed to summon a small fireball, before levitating it over to Pastel. It wouldn't hurt her, but the fireball was warm to the touch. "Just remember, Pastel. Throw it indirectly so it's not attacking the other drivers."

22 hours ago, Astral Vision said:

@ExplosionMare

"Right now the kart is still protected by my spell, but our wheels aren't protected! I'll take the wheel, you focus on any hazards! Even Dynamo and Pastel, but don't strike first!"

Astral quickly maneuvered to the driver's seat and took the wheel. While the unicorn didn't have much experience with a racing cart, surely carrying his travel cart across Equestria counted for something, right?

2 hours ago, Samurai Equine 🔥🔥 said:

@Pastel Heart, @Dynamo Pad, @ExplosionMare, @Astral Vision, @Ragland Tiger

The race was getting intense as Daring Decor gets closer to the two lead karts. "Yes! YES!! It's working! This siren I bought from the Mirthly Joke Shope is actually working!" Daring probably would have commented on seeing a pony teleport onto the windshield of Dynamo and Pastel's kart, but as soon as he sees it, he gets blindsided by the remaining cloud of dust made by Pencil. It makes his siren slow down and go haywire while Daring goes into a coughing fit himself. "*Cough, cough* No!! I've gone blind! I'm going to lose the race because of this... MIRTHLY! DO SOMETHING!!!" Daring is forced to slow down and surrender the position of 3rd place; for now.

Meanwhile, the line has been crossed.
This is it, racers! The final lap! It's make or break time!

LAP 3

 

@Astral Vision @Pastel Heart @ExplosionMare @Samurai Equine 🔥🔥 @Ragland Tiger

Dynamo took notice of Astral as he swapped over and took the wheel. The armor was still on both carts, but the tires weren't reinforced. He could have Pastel indirectly attack the tires, but that was a risk as it might not work. It didn't help that Daring Decor was right on their tails. The gamer pony had to narrow his gaze as they went through a cloud of dusk, while holding his breath briefly to not go into a coughing fit. He had to be careful as his multitasking wouldn't help in creating more fireballs for Pastel to throw. As the line had been crossed once again, Dynamo knew that the third lap had finally begun. Signaling that this was the last lap in the race and that it was time to pull out all the stops. This would possibly be his time to test out what kind of power his gaming magic was all about. He also blinked as he noticed that a pony had teleported on their windshield. With a shout, Dynamo slowed down slightly as he tried pulling the pony into a levitation spell, before placing them in the passenger side of the cart. "Sweet Celestia. Are you okay? How did you get into the race, or were you partnered with someone else? You can’t be an item from the dice blocks. Granted, one can argue that as you just appeared out of nowhere, but we already got our item in the form of a banana." He had so many questions, but he knew he had to focus on finishing the race with Pastel and this new contender. 

Edited June 2, 2020 by Dynamo Pad

[ExplosionMare 18,063]

@Dynamo Pad @Pastel Heart

Pencil heard a strange whooshing sound from behind. She figured it was just the wind at first, so she shrugged it off. Getting a second glance at it made her realize it was no wind noise, it was the sound of a fireball! Pencil began to panic, causing the kart to sway a little. Even if she knew Pastel was not allowed to throw it straight at her, there was no telling where it would end up.

Thinking frantically, Pencil went over all the possible spells she might need for this situation. The fact that she might not be able to preform any of these spells didn’t help, but she knew she had to be realistic.

@Astral Vision

Suddenly snapping out of her thoughts, Pencil realized that Astral was pretty good at magic. She’d seen how easily he could create spells before. Turning towards him, Pencil said,

“Hey, Astral! Pastel over there has a fire ball! We might need to counter it, so I thought maybe creating an ice ball would get rid of it. I’m not sure how to create it myself, but maybe you could help me? If you want you can just tell me how to do it since you’re the one driving right now...”

Pencil turned back around and kept an eye on Pastel and the fire ball. So far, it had not moved from her hooves. Thankfully, she was not planning to use it just yet, or so Pencil hoped.

[Pastel Heart 6,466]

@Ragland Tiger

"Huh!? Wha!? Where!? Be you angel or demon!?"

Pastel was so surprised at the sudden appearance by the appearance of this new pony literally right in front of her, she couldn't even see the track; the kart starts swerving left and right, jerking everyone on it all over the place. At this rate there was gonna be a pileup.

@Dynamo Pad 

Her hooves now off  the wheel as the kart jerks about, she frantically reaches out to Dyny as she doesn't know what else to do in this situation. In that moment...

@Samurai Equine 🔥🔥 @ExplosionMare @Astral Vision

"Woah woah I feel a rush of power!! Dues ex machina! Magical Filly Pastel-chan is born!"

Pastel was glowing. Literally. Like, she just got a star literally. Dynamo just opened pandoras box.

She slammed on the wheel as hard as she could, jamming it down in max speed. Pastel then jumped on Dynamo's back, grabbing his horn like it was a joystick. Did she think she could remote control his magic or something?

"In the name of love and justice, steer the ship!!!"

Regardless, the kart shot uncontrollably forward, destined to crash at this rate.

Edited June 2, 2020 by Pastel Heart

[Kronos the Revenant 1,971]

@Samurai Equine 🔥🔥 @Windy Breeze ☁️ ☁️ ☁️

Kronos simply nodded at the mayor and went around to leave when he heard a vase crack. His ear twitched towards the sound. He then began to sniff the air. 
 

This scent is all too familiar, a voice told him. 
 

Indeed, he thought.

”Who’s there?” Kronos demanded, “Show yourself!”

[Ragland Tiger 3,401]

@Dynamo Pad  @Pastel Heart

Bluebell couldn't answer any of Dynamo's questions. Her mane was bedraggled, and her glasses cocked and half-hanging off of her face. She was too terrified, so terrified that she let out a hiccup.  The tip of her horn flashed with a loud pop.  "Uh-oh" she thought. Her horn began to glow as if it had a will of its own.  She then felt the kart begin to rise off the ground.

"Oh z-z-z-zoinks!" she yelled.

They were now literally flying. She looked at Dynamo and Pastel and said, "If-if-if y-you think th-th-this is b-b-b-bad-bad, y-you should s-s-see what hap-hap-happens when I-I-I s-s-sneeze!"

[CameoShadowness 251]

@Samurai Equine 🔥🔥

Beryl keeps looking around, hearing all the screaming and seeing all the chaos was terrifying. She had no idea what to do. She flew up to a higher part of the bush nearly exposing all of herself to try to get a better view when she finally notices the pony waving. The racers seem to draw closer as they moved to the next lap but Beryl didn't seem to notice how much the bushes were actually protecting her.

She looked around to try to get context as to why a pony would wave at her and realized that her mere sighting would be a reason. She hesitantly tried to fly close but without the protection of the bushes the winds of the racers knocked her around. 

She cried for help as the sudden wind dragged her away.

Edited June 3, 2020 by CameoShadowness

[Dynamo Pad 11,328]

14 hours ago, Pastel Heart said:

@Ragland Tiger

"Huh!? Wha!? Where!? Be you angel or demon!?"

Pastel was so surprised at the sudden appearance by the appearance of this new pony literally right in front of her, she couldn't even see the track; the kart starts swerving left and right, jerking everyone on it all over the place. At this rate there was gonna be a pileup.

@Dynamo Pad 

Her hooves now off  the wheel as the kart jerks about, she frantically reaches out to Dyny as she doesn't know what else to do in this situation. In that moment...

@Samurai Equine 🔥🔥 @ExplosionMare @Astral Vision

"Woah woah I feel a rush of power!! Dues ex machina! Magical Filly Pastel-chan is born!"

Pastel was glowing. Literally. Like, she just got a star literally. Dynamo just opened pandoras box.

She slammed on the wheel as hard as she could, jamming it down in max speed. Pastel then jumped on Dynamo's back, grabbing his horn like it was a joystick. Did she think she could remote control his magic or something?

"In the name of love and justice, steer the ship!!!"

Regardless, the kart shot uncontrollably forward, destined to crash at this rate.

10 hours ago, Ragland Tiger said:

@Dynamo Pad  @Pastel Heart

Bluebell couldn't answer any of Dynamo's questions. Her mane was bedraggled, and her glasses cocked and half-hanging off of her face. She was too terrified, so terrified that she let out a hiccup.  The tip of her horn flashed with a loud pop.  "Uh-oh" she thought. Her horn began to glow as if it had a will of its own.  She then felt the kart begin to rise off the ground.

"Oh z-z-z-zoinks!" she yelled.

They were now literally flying. She looked at Dynamo and Pastel and said, "If-if-if y-you think th-th-this is b-b-b-bad-bad, y-you should s-s-see what hap-hap-happens when I-I-I s-s-sneeze!"

 

@Astral Vision @Pastel Heart @ExplosionMare @Samurai Equine 🔥🔥 @Ragland Tiger

As Dynamo was regaining control of the vehicle, he was confused as he heard Pastel, who seemed to have gained some form of power or magic. He thought he had seen some form of glow from the filly, before noticing her slamming her hoof on the gas pedal. The trio soon began to swerve left and right as they began to pick up speed. It didn't help that Pastel had jumped upon Dynamo's back, while grabbing his horn like a video game controller. "Hey! Hey! What's going on!" Dynamo exclaimed as his eyes widened in alarm. "My horn is not a video game controller! Please, get off of me! Everypony back into their assigned seats and keep your front and back hooves inside the ride at all times!" Dynamo's heart was racing in alarm as he tried to concentrate on driving. At the same time, try not to crash into anything or anybody.

His ears widened as he heard Bluebell starting to hiccup. He thought he had heard the sound of magic starting to begin, before he felt their cart beginning to lift off of the ground. "Wait! What in the world!?" His eyes traveled to see their cart was literally in flight. If he managed to steer the cart, then the group would possibly be able to fly into the lead. Dynamo could steer if Pastel wasn't still sitting on his back. "What in Equestria is going on!? Why are we flying!? I can't get control of the cart! I need an adult! I need an adult!" The gamer pony kept shouting as he felt as if he wanted to have a breakdown and  cry. If he saw what was happening, then he would probably be confused, yet laughing. However, he was scared as he felt he had no control of keeping things under control. He could use his magic, but he wasn't sure if his gaming magic could help with what was happening. He wasn't having fun again as so much was happening all at once. He wasn't sure how to make heads or tails, while hoping that he or someone could help him get back in control of the situation. 

Edited June 3, 2020 by Dynamo Pad

[Pastel Heart 6,466]

@Dynamo Pad @Ragland Tiger

Pastel was also panicking which didn't help matters, flailing her hooves about frantically as she returned to her seat not sure what else to do. Maybe she'd done enough. While flailing she ended up throwing fire to the left and right as a result of Dynamo's earlier power transfer, she would probably be having fun if she wasn't freaking out.

Pastel was half tempted to just hit a self destruct switch and end all this but seeing Dynamo genuinely distressed was painful. She didn't even wanna win the race that badly, she just wanted to have fun. As long as they could make it and not totally blow, then that would good enough for her.

Doing the only thing she knew to do, she hugged the frantic Dynamo with a big smile as she sang out small, melodic little lyrics.

"You gotta roll with it, you gotta take your time, you gotta say what you say don't let anypony get in your way~"

...Their new friend was probably very confused, but time for introductions and explanations was for when they were out of danger

[Ragland Tiger 3,401]

@Dynamo Pad  @Pastel Heart

 

"Gosh", thought Bluebell, "I wish Twilight were here. She would know how to-". She stopped mid thought and remembered the time she and Twilight studied "Haycart's Advanced Practical Applied Magic" together. "Th-That's it!", she exclaimed.

"L-l-li-listen to me," she called out to them, "If-If-If w-we combine our magic in the ri-ri right w-way th- there's a-a-a ch-chance that we c-c-c can end this with-without any pony g-g-g-getting h-hurt. It's- it's risky if y-you don- don't know Haycart, b-b-b but I-I'm w-willing to t-t- try it if- if you are."

Bluebell smiled bravely. She was not born with a pretty face, but it was warm, and sincere.

[Samurai Equine 51,665]

@Pastel Heart, @Dynamo Pad, @ExplosionMare, @Astral Vision, @Ragland Tiger

It was the final round, and all the remaining racers were pulling out any and every trick they could to give them an advantage. The ice cream kart racers managed to find a Star! The construction kart managed to build a dash pad and throw it in front of himself. And Daring Decor was strapping electric fans to the back of his vehicle. Were they actually working? No, not really... But he was desperate! So desperate that as he got closer, he makes an observation, and yells out to Dynamo and Pastel. "HEY!!! You can't have multiple riding partners! You can only have one partner per kart! I'll make sure you're disqualified for this!!" Seems Daring Decor really is willing to do anything to win. First bribes, then attempted cheating, and now this.

@CameoShadowness

"WOAH! Woah!" Acting quickly, Trilby takes off his signature trilby fedora hat, and uses it as a make-shift safety net to catch Deryl in. Thankfully, he succeeds before the strong wind currents can carry her away. "Easy there, little one. You're pretty brave being this far away from your flock, but you gotta take care of yourself, okay? Why don't you just stick with me for now." Trilby offers.

@Kronos the Revenant, @Windy Breeze ☁️ ☁️ ☁️

Samurai stops. Well, it's not like he has any other reason to save this magic today... Concentrating, Samurai uses his magic, and makes Shadow Trail teleport. She reappears in Samurai's arms as he holds her bridal-style. "Hello, Shadow. Glad you could join us." He says with a chipper voice, confirming that he knew she was there all along.

[Windy Breeze 15,190]

@Kronos the Revenant @Samurai Equine 🔥🔥

It just happened so suddenly. Shadow let out a surprised yelp when she found herself in Samurai's hooves. She looked around, seeing Kronos and another stallion who is mostly Mayor Ziggurate. If they found out about the vase, then she'll pay for it, but she will try to act as if she didn't destroy the vase “Oh, uh.. Hi, Sam” she smiled sheepishly “Y-You called me?” 

[Dynamo Pad 11,328]

On 6/3/2020 at 10:33 AM, Pastel Heart said:

@Dynamo Pad @Ragland Tiger

Pastel was also panicking which didn't help matters, flailing her hooves about frantically as she returned to her seat not sure what else to do. Maybe she'd done enough. While flailing she ended up throwing fire to the left and right as a result of Dynamo's earlier power transfer, she would probably be having fun if she wasn't freaking out.

Pastel was half tempted to just hit a self destruct switch and end all this but seeing Dynamo genuinely distressed was painful. She didn't even wanna win the race that badly, she just wanted to have fun. As long as they could make it and not totally blow, then that would good enough for her.

Doing the only thing she knew to do, she hugged the frantic Dynamo with a big smile as she sang out small, melodic little lyrics.

"You gotta roll with it, you gotta take your time, you gotta say what you say don't let anypony get in your way~"

...Their new friend was probably very confused, but time for introductions and explanations was for when they were out of danger

As they continued to float through the air, Dynamo tightened his grip on the steering wheel. He could feel tears starting to well up as he closed his eyes. He felt like he was going to be sick to his stomach. The knot in his stomach wasn't helping in the stress he was feeling. At this point, he just wanted to call it quits and give up. He wasn't sure if finishing the race was worth it at this point. He just wanted to make sure that he, Pastel and the newcomer were all okay and back on the ground. He was about to speak up, but stopped suddenly as he felt a pair of arms wrap around him. He opened is eyes wide to quickly turn around. His neck turning a breakneck pace. He blinked slightly as he heard Pastel beginning to sing. Was she trying to tell him something in her own way? So much was happening that he couldn't say for sure. "I-I don't r-really know what that song is from, but I guess there's a h-hidden meaning." He stuttered out from the stress he had felt from before. He had to keep calm and stay focused on the task at hoof. 

22 hours ago, Ragland Tiger said:

@Dynamo Pad  @Pastel Heart

 

"Gosh", thought Bluebell, "I wish Twilight were here. She would know how to-". She stopped mid thought and remembered the time she and Twilight studied "Haycart's Advanced Practical Applied Magic" together. "Th-That's it!", she exclaimed.

"L-l-li-listen to me," she called out to them, "If-If-If w-we combine our magic in the ri-ri right w-way th- there's a-a-a ch-chance that we c-c-c can end this with-without any pony g-g-g-getting h-hurt. It's- it's risky if y-you don- don't know Haycart, b-b-b but I-I'm w-willing to t-t- try it if- if you are."

Bluebell smiled bravely. She was not born with a pretty face, but it was warm, and sincere.

At the mention of Twilight, the gamer pony turned his attention towards the pony sitting next to the group. "T-Twilight? As in, Princess Twilight Sparkle? I haven't met her in person, but I have heard stories." He raised an eyebrow as the mare gave them a plan. Dynamo couldn't help in gasping as the name Haycart was mentioned. "Haycart? You mean you know about Haycart's method too? I mean, I don't know much, but I did get a book from my old mentor once. He's an earth pony, but he gave me a book for me to keep, before I left Fillydelphia. In it, the book mentioned about some spells and laws, but it also had some things about teleporting yourself into books and such. I-I've been studying one method, but I haven't had the opportunity to put that method into practice." He smiled sheepishly with a blush upon his cheeks. He shook his head rapidly as he knew this wasn't the time for reminiscing. "I want to, but the truth is, I've recently discovered what kind of magic I have. I'm not really the best when it comes to magic due to how my horn is curved." He closed his eyes, still feeling embarrassed to admit such a thing. He took a deep breath and sighed. "E-Even so, I still...I still want to try. There's not much else we can do now, right? If you're willing to give this a chance, then so am I." He saw the sincere and warm look in the mare's eyes. He smiled softly as he knew there was no deceit or mistrust. She was telling the truth and her brave smile was all he needed to at least try. "Okay. So, what do we need to do, Miss...?" He asks, hoping to get her name so he could give his name in kind. 

 

10 hours ago, Samurai Equine 🔥🔥 said:

@Pastel Heart, @Dynamo Pad, @ExplosionMare, @Astral Vision, @Ragland Tiger

It was the final round, and all the remaining racers were pulling out any and every trick they could to give them an advantage. The ice cream kart racers managed to find a Star! The construction kart managed to build a dash pad and throw it in front of himself. And Daring Decor was strapping electric fans to the back of his vehicle. Were they actually working? No, not really... But he was desperate! So desperate that as he got closer, he makes an observation, and yells out to Dynamo and Pastel. "HEY!!! You can't have multiple riding partners! You can only have one partner per kart! I'll make sure you're disqualified for this!!" Seems Daring Decor really is willing to do anything to win. First bribes, then attempted cheating, and now this

@Pastel Heart @Ragland Tiger

Dynamo blinked as he heard shouting from underneath the group's cart. He looked down briefly to see Daring Decor yelling at them. He frowned as he didn't like to be called out for cheating when there was no cheating to begin with. At least, that's what Dynamo thought in his eyes. Seeing the other racer's gain items, while building ways in order to get back into the race. Dynamo shook his head, before looking back at Pastel and the other mare. "Ignore what he's saying. His mind games aren't worth listening to. Right now, we need to land this cart and get back onto the ground and back into the race. Right, team?" He gave another small smile as he was ready to get their cart back on track.

[Kronos the Revenant 1,971]

@Windy Breeze ☁️ ☁️ ☁️ @Samurai Equine 🔥🔥

When the mare appeared into Samurai’s arms, Kronos pulled out a sword and pointed it at her. 
 

“Why are you here?” Kronos interrogated, “What business do you have with him?”

A lover, perhaps? a voice asked in awe. 
 

It is a possibility, another answered, I mean, just look at them. They’re practically a couple. 
 

I doubt it, Kronos told them, They don’t talk like a couple and that’s just how Samurai talks. 

[CameoShadowness 251]

16 hours ago, Samurai Equine 🔥🔥 said:

 

@CameoShadowness

"WOAH! Woah!" Acting quickly, Trilby takes off his signature trilby fedora hat, and uses it as a make-shift safety net to catch Deryl in. Thankfully, he succeeds before the strong wind currents can carry her away. "Easy there, little one. You're pretty brave being this far away from your flock, but you gotta take care of yourself, okay? Why don't you just stick with me for now." Trilby offers.

@Samurai Equine 🔥🔥

She held her breath as her life flashed before her eyes. The moment she realized the mysterious pony not only helped save her but was also talking to her finally snapped her out of her fear. She looked at him hard as he spoke to try to realize what language he spoke. He maybe a pony but that didn't mean he would be defultly speaking it. After so many years of reading about ponies, she knew the chances of them speaking another language was pretty decent. Listening in, she realized he was speaking Pure Pony.

She thought out loud.

 

"Herro."  Her thick accent broke through. "Thank vu fo rezuin me. I stay wit you." She hoped her accent wasn't too bad. She never had a chance to practice before hand and only remember reading the phonetics out of the books.

[Windy Breeze 15,190]

@Kronos the Revenant @Samurai Equine 🔥🔥

Shadow gasped fearfully when Kronos pointed a sword at her “I-I don't know!” she lied, hoping she wasn't discovered snooping and secretly guarding Samurai for his safety. 

Edited June 5, 2020 by Windy Breeze ☁️ ☁️ ☁️

[Pastel Heart 6,466]

@Dynamo Pad

Pastel wasn't sure what to say after that, so she just smiled, as sweetly as she could; like she was giving him wordless assurance that everything was okay. Unlike before she seemed heartfelt and serious.

@Ragland Tiger

Seeing Dynamo and Bluebell getting along so well so quick made Pastel feel odd. Jealousy, maybe? She was visibly pouty. Whatever plan they planned was fine as long as she could do her thing. She had to push it to the limit and walk along the razors edge, she thought! She smiled widely and nodded, all in with the plan!

@Samurai Equine

Daring Decors threats didn't set well with Pastel. She brattily stuck her tongue out at him before turning away towards her friends.

[Samurai Equine 51,665]

@Kronos the Revenant, @Windy Breeze ☁️ ☁️ ☁️

Samurai gladly lets Shadow out of his arms, and holds up his hoof. "Easy, Kronos. She was the one I mentioned earlier, the one I said was following us." ... Samurai looks at Shadow. "That's right, I knew. You don't fight ninjas as long as I have and without develop a sense for these things." Samurai faces Kronos again. "Anyways, she's also invited to the party. And as for what she broke, I'll cover it. No problem." He continues his leave of the hotel. "...Coming?" Samurai asks them both.

@CameoShadowness

Trilby is taken aback. The rest of her language was a little tough to understand, but he heard that first word loud and clear. "Hero? N-no, I... I'm no hero. Just a friend." Trilby says, offering a smile. Before he puts his hat back on, Trilby offers Beryl the space behind his ear. "Why don't you sit there? That way, you can still poke your head out and watch the race, and my hat will keep you from getting blown away." Trilby explains. "By the way, my name is Trilby Hatter."

@Ragland Tiger, @Pastel Heart, @Astral Vision, @ExplosionMare, @Dynamo Pad

Decor scoffs when he is both ignored and given a raspberry by Pastel. For now, he just goes back to racing regularly.

Somehow, knowing that this is the final lap, it somehow feels shorter. Having going through this lap twice now is enough for anypony to memorize it, not to mention all the racers are now as desperate as possible.

And what Astral, Pencil, Pastel, and Dynamo are all friends; they know there can be only one winner...

[CameoShadowness 251]

11 hours ago, Samurai Equine said:

@CameoShadowness

Trilby is taken aback. The rest of her language was a little tough to understand, but he heard that first word loud and clear. "Hero? N-no, I... I'm no hero. Just a friend." Trilby says, offering a smile. Before he puts his hat back on, Trilby offers Beryl the space behind his ear. "Why don't you sit there? That way, you can still poke your head out and watch the race, and my hat will keep you from getting blown away." Trilby explains. "By the way, my name is Trilby Hatter."

@Samurai Equine

She giggled realizing he did not understand her. Even though it upsetted her quite a bit, she knew she would have a thick accent. Still, she appreciated the kindness and hoped that eventually he would understand her.  "Thank vu." She took the area behind his ear and settled in it easily, it was very comfortable. "Trirvy Haddur? Nice name." She tried to copy his accent but clearly there was no way she'd get it right that fast. "I am  vut cull me Beryl."

 

 

 

(lmao why do images popup so big?)

[Ragland Tiger 3,401]

@Dynamo Pad @Pastel Heart @Samurai Equine

On 6/4/2020 at 3:45 PM, Dynamo Pad said:

Dynamo blinked as he heard shouting from underneath the group's cart. He looked down briefly to see Daring Decor yelling at them. He frowned as he didn't like to be called out for cheating when there was no cheating to begin with. At least, that's what Dynamo thought in his eyes. Seeing the other racer's gain items, while building ways in order to get back into the race. Dynamo shook his head, before looking back at Pastel and the other mare. "Ignore what he's saying. His mind games aren't worth listening to. Right now, we need to land this cart and get back onto the ground and back into the race. Right, team?" He gave another small smile as he was ready to get their cart back on track.

Bluebell hiccuped again, and a gaudy yellow lightning bolt burst from her horn and struck a small cloud. The cloud turned dark and began to flash and thunder.  It quickly hovered over Daring Decor - and started raining banana peels on him.

"Oh, d-d-dear-dear!", said Bluebell. Then leaned over the side and called out, S-s-s-sorry!"

 

[Kronos the Revenant 1,971]

@Samurai Equine @Windy Breeze ☁️ ☁️ ☁️

Kronos sheathes his sword and gave a low growl. He cracked his neck to the side and gave a contended sigh. 
 

“Sure,” Kronos answered Samurai, “Lead the way, comrade.”

 

I still think we should be wary of this one, a voice told him, obviously alluding to Shadow. 
 

Her intentions and suspicions are rather valid, in our defense, another voice retorted, We are technically outsiders to Equestria as a whole, after all. 
 

Gabriel is right, Kronos thought to himself, We are foreigners in a new land. We expected lots of suspicion from locals since we crossed kingdom borders. This should not be a surprise to us at this point. Let’s just take her along and try to play nice with her. 
 

Agreed, his voices said in unison. 
 

He then unsheathed his face plate and gave a friendly smile to Shadow. 

[Windy Breeze 15,190]

@Kronos the Revenant

Shadow glanced at Kronos, she gave him a worrisome look mixed with fear before looking at Samurai “Sure, Sam” she said. She shut her eyes just in time for it to change color once again. She whispered something in an unknown language before opening her eyes and looking at Kronos. For a moment, her eyes would remind someone of corrupted Princess Luna but her eyes turn to normal before anyone could notice it.

...

Keen Fan walked out of Sundae Delight's ice cream parlor with a devilish grin. She just needs to act like a normal average pony, and if the time comes, she'll retrieve her follower.

“I'll just have to get rid of that 'stallion'” she said to herself “How satisfying it is when the owner of the ice cream parlor will find her employee laying on the floor”

Then she let her host free, who was thinking of going to the arcade, the grin turned into a playful smile. 

Edited June 5, 2020 by Windy Breeze ☁️ ☁️ ☁️