open The Town That Friendship Forgot

[Courageous Thunder Dash 7,824]

@Oni Equine @Dynamo Pad @ExplosionMare @Ragland Tiger

Thundy spread his wings and took to the air, not even feeling the bite, pulling a loop. His blade was still in the air. “Sorry Bingo, but I got a match to win! Steel Wing!” Thundy called out. His wings glowed a bright white and were enveloped in hard steel plating that if the hit landed could be enough to send Bingo flying. 
 

“This is it guys! Thundy could win it right here!” Chelsea cheered. 

[Dynamo Pad 11,300]

@Oni Equine

As Cosmic was about to respond, the trio watched as Fold had vanished within the shadows. "Oh, well. I guess we shall see when the time does come. Hopefully it's sooner rather than later." He sighed, knowing that he wasn't going to get any answers from his potential ally. For now, the only thing the trio could do in the meantime was to wait and strategize.

@Ragland Tiger @ExplosionMare @Oni Equine @Courageous Thunder Dash @Starforce

Upon learning that damage could be done to the ring, Dynamo blinked in surprise as to what had been told. He wasn't sure if those rules were mentioned before, but now he felt a bit more nervous. Especially with how Bingo was destroying the ring in order to attack Cosmic. "I have to give Bingo creativity to using the ring to his advantage, but he has to be careful. If the ring is destroyed, then how can the other fighters battle in the ring? Unless there's a way to improvise." He wondered, knowing that he wasn't good at fight magic. He was impressed that the diamond dog had caught Thundy's punch with his teeth, but the punch still pushed Bingo back. Wincing at the yelp, he soon saw Bingo stand, but was unable to see due to his shirt being stuck over his eyes. Seeing that Thundy had an opening presented to him, he watched as the male griffon flew towards his opponent. Blinking to take away the quick flash of light that shined in anyone's direction. The gaming unicorn soon saw that Thundy's wings had glowed a bright light, before enveloping into steel-like wings. Upon calling out the attack, Dynamo was able to put two and two together. "Hey. That's a move from the Pokemon game known as Steel Wing. Based on the typing being steel, I wonder if he's trying to use the typing to his advantage. Given that Bingo's body is durable like a giant stone/rock." He says, pondering on the idea as it was pretty sound. "I know that steel is strong against rock, but I'm not sure if type advantage would work in this way. At any rate, this might be his best chance. You've got this, bro!" He called out to give his support to his friend and brother.

Edited October 5, 2021 by Dynamo Pad

[Pencil Pouch]

@Dynamo Pad@Ragland Tiger@Courageous Thunder Dash@Oni Equine

"I hope so, too," Pencil agreed. "I at least hope they realize how much chaos they cause. They're far more aggressive than all the other fighters, at least in my perspective."

"You are welcome," Sparkly responded to Dynamo. "I will always offer my perspectives, especially on important matters. In this case, I hope everypony plays fair and does not try to start anything. If they do, I will not hesitate to sort things out. I wish you the best of luck when it is your turn to fight once again."

The two unicorns turned their heads towards Chelsea who was gleefully shouting. Thundy was very close to winning, from the looks of things. Pencil scooted herself towards the edge of her seat and Sparkly craned her neck to get a better view.

"Yay, go Thundy! Looks like he's got a good chance at winning!" Pencil cheered.

"I see this resulting in a fair turnout," Sparkly commented. "Both fighters are good, but I can see how the odds are for Thundy, here."

 

 

[Samurai Equine 51,369]

@Dynamo Pad

@Courageous Thunder Dash

The attack connects, making Bingo pull his head through his shirt as he is sent flying up, over, and... Boom! He falls onto the grassy knoll outside of the arena. "Ladies and gentlecolts, I do believe this was the fastest match we've seen so far!" Elusive commentates. "Bingo has fallen out of bounds. His strong hyde, made for tunneling underground and uprooting gems, made him a tough opponent in the preliminaries. However, it's Thundy who is advancing to the next round. Bingo is eliminated." Straightaway says. Naturally, there is cheering for Thundy's win.

Bingo grunts painfully from the attack. It takes a few solid seconds before he sits up. The tournament staff come up, but Bingo waves them away as he rubs his chest. "Ooh... Guess this means Bingo not be town hero... No one love Bingo after all." He looks up at Thundy, defeated. "Thundy bird, will you do it for Bingo? Will you defeat Cosmic pony and save town? Bing can't anymore..."

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@Starforce

"Well, one thing's for sure, the dog can take a hit. I wouldn't have been able to take one." Mayor Black checks the time. "If the matches end that fast, then we'll be out of here in  no time."

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@Reality Check, @Frisk

As Final continues to check on Necry's condition, he sees someone coming up into the town not far away. "Excuse me, Necry. Seems we have MORE company. Or, you know, come with if you like! This can also be a day of introductions." Final says before trotting off really quickly towards the town entrance.

The teenage blue pony with a black mane, braces, and edgy clothing walks up to the visitor. "Hello there! Yes, over here please. Hello, my name is Final Premonition. This place may seem like a ghost town right now, but I swear there are citizens here, and I'll be happy to show them to you! And you are?"

[Reality Check 631]

@Oni Equine

Reality sees a resident calling out to him before deciding to walk up to him. He took note of Final Premonition's clothing and appearance and figured that he might be around the same age as himself.

"Oh, um... I'm Reality Check and uh, did you said there are citizens here?" Reality said with a bit of insecurity in his voice

[Dynamo Pad 11,300]

@Ragland Tiger @ExplosionMare @Oni Equine @Courageous Thunder Dash @Starforce

"You can say that, Pencil." Dynamo responded, nodding in agreement. "They're the type of ponies who don't know when enough is enough. That, or those three just keep going until they are satisfied. The only problem is that they don't ever seem to be satisfied with what they've done." He explained, turning towards Sparkly, who gave her support alongside Pencil. "Thanks again, Sparkly. This tournament feels as if it's all about fighting fair and having fun. So, hopefully it can continue to turn out that way. I'm not hoping for that result to happen. However, if it does, then I'm glad to have your support, as well as everyone else's." He smiled at both Pencil and Sparkly, before looking back towards the fight. As the attack connects, Dynamo watched as Bingo was sent upwards, before landing onto the grass on the outside of the ring. Bingo was able to get his shirt back to normal, but it looked like he wasn't able to right himself to land in the ring.

The gaming unicorn smiled as he was happy for his friend and brother was able to achieve victory. He felt bad that Bingo had lost, but he felt Thundy's opponent had put up a really good fight. "Great job, bro! You were great too, Bingo! You both were awesome out there." He cheered, trying to show support to both fighters.

[Necrozma (Dual Fuser)]

@Oni Equine  @Reality Check

Necry came with Final and saw Reality but asked Final, "Is inside that dome a tournament? I do know battle skills somewhere...its slowly coming back in my memory...But if im late that is fine..."

Then he told Reality, "Hi Im Necrozma, the....Prism? Yeah the Prism Pokemon...but I was called Necry...and you are?"

[Reality Check 631]

@Oni Equine@Frisk

Reality was pretty surprised to see Necry for the first time, mostly due to the fact that he's looking at someone who isn't a pony or any kind of species that he knows of. He did however pick up on when he called himself the prism pokemon.

Reality just stares at Necry for a short while before responding. "Um... I'm Reality Check, and uh... Necry, was it?"

[Maurice AKA Phan. Sonic 153]

2 minutes ago, Reality Check said:

@Oni Equine@Frisk

Reality was pretty surprised to see Necry for the first time, mostly due to the fact that he's looking at someone who isn't a pony or any kind of species that he knows of. He did however pick up on when he called himself the prism pokemon.

Reality just stares at Necry for a short while before responding. "Um... I'm Reality Check, and uh... Necry, was it?"

"Yes? Im sorry for intruding, but, Ive completely lost my memory...and I do remember being a dusk mane form...but unexpectedly im a dawn wing Necrozma...I need to know why  my memory's gone..." Necry started to cry..." Anyway, what did you need?"

[Courageous Thunder Dash 7,824]

@Oni Equine @Dynamo Pad @ExplosionMare

Thundy looked down at Bingo and smiled at him with compassion. He gently helped up Bingo and bright him in for a tender and sweet hug, letting out a slow and warm energy current that healed Bingo. “I will do whatever it takes Bingo. Don’t be sad. Even though I won, I’d love to have a friend like you around. We could be the best of buddies.” Thundy said breaking the hug and holding Bingo’s paw, looking at Elusive, awaiting the interview. 
 

“Awww, so sweet. As I said, Thundy may be rough along the edges, but once you get to know him well, he’s the sweetest friend you’ve ever met.” Chelsea stated. 

[Samurai Equine 51,369]

@Dynamo Pad

@Courageous Thunder Dash

Bingo's eyes go wide when Thundy gives him a hug, but he smiles and returns the hug. Surprisingly, not as vice-grippy as one would expect. "Bingo is loved after all?! Okay!! Bingo will be friends with Thundy bird. You make sure Cosmic pony is beaten; I know it." Bingo puts a paw on Thundy's shoulder and nods, reassured. "Bingo will not forget a friend. Bingo will try to find the rest of his pack, but Bingo will meet you again someday! Bingo promises!!" With a promise made, Bingo leaps towards the ground and begins burrowing a tunnel, making his exit via digging. "And let's get some staff in here to fix the damage, please?" Mayor White asks immediately after; which is the staff's cue to come in and start magically rebuilding the arena and any damage to the surrounding area.

Elusive Facts gets up and joins Thundy in the arena. "What a fantastic show! For those who don't know, Thundy's been helping to organize surprise events here in Friendshire, he's fought to defend this town, and now he's just won his first victory in the Finals. The audience wants to know; was it a hard-won victory? And what is your reason for competing in the tournament today?" Elusive asks, holding up her mic.

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@Starforce

Mayor Black nods. "You know, I feel like you could say something similar about me. I'm not a fighter, but as the mayor of this town, you don't want to pick a fight with me." He looks around to make sure no one heard that.

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@Reality Check, @Frisk

Taken by surprise, Final quickly pats Necry on the back and tries to calm him down. "There, there; my new friend. We'll get you all the help you could need. I promise. You won't go alone in this town."

He turns back to Reality. "Nice to meet you, Reality Check. As my esteemed friend here was saying, yes, there is a civilized, friendly battle tournament happening today. It has caught the attention of the majority of this town's residents. Well, what few it has anyways." Final points. "See there? Not far in the distance is the center of the town. Normally, it's an open square; but today, they've built a large building to house a fighting tournament. They just started the finals; but a few matches have all ready been completed." Final explains. "The movers and shakers of this town are all here. Reality, Necry, I would be more than honored to show you who they are. See, I'm just a time traveler, and I don't usually stay here very long. Most of the time, I'll be away from this place. The ones you want to meet are the best. They are the entertainers, the creators, and the heroes that will always be there for a citizen in need."

[Reality Check 631]

@Oni Equine@Frisk

Hearing that there are entertainers here, as well as creators and heroes, immediately caught Reality's attention. Feeling intrigued, he want to see who the ones Final Premonition wants them to meet are.

"Alright, I'm interested, where do we meet them?" Reality asked.

Edited October 7, 2021 by Reality Check
Forgot to add mentions

[Courageous Thunder Dash 7,824]

@Oni Equine @Dynamo Pad @Ragland Tiger @ExplosionMare

Thundy waved to Bingo as he made his departure, hoping he will be back soon. Be then turned to Elusive. “Oh yes. It took thinking to win this match. Most say it’s just a brains and brawn thing, but I say, it’s also a heart thing. Sadly, a certain trio of punks tried to break my friend Dynamo, and I almost lost it…because Dynamo means the whole world to me, along with my many other friends. It was all thanks to my wonderful friend Chelsea who saved me from my blind rage. Now everyone knows just how bad that evil troupe is. I’m not just fighting for myself, I’m fighting with a greater purpose. See my heart may still be impure, but I already feel a change. And that’s a sign. I can change…you can change…” Thundy proclaimed pointing to Elusive. “…Everyone can change!” Thundy declared spreading his arms out. “…but it starts…right here…” Thundy said putting a fist against his chest right where his heart was. 
 

Chelsea stood up and applauded with a few stray tears in her eyes. 

[Pencil Pouch]

@Dynamo Pad @Courageous Thunder Dash @Oni Equine @Ragland Tiger

“Satisfaction is only temporary, seeking it out in hopes to achieve it infinitely is what causes that group to engage in negative behaviors,” Sparkly commented. “Cosmic and his friends expect to find happiness in the same repeated actions, rather than appreciating what they already have around them and what they can do with it.”

Pencil was fascinated by Sparkly’s insight. She stayed silent for a few moments, letting the words sink in. She did not stay silent for long, however, because she did not want Dynamo to think he was being ignored.

“We’ll definitely support you, Dynamo. We’re all rooting for you, even if you don’t win. As long as you enjoy yourself and stay safe, that’s all that really matters.” Pencil said.

She turned her attention towards Thundy who was getting closer and closer to achieving a pure heart. Pencil figured he might have a long way to go, but judging by the compassion he had for Bingo out on the ring, he already had a good start. Pencil clapped alongside Chelsea and Sparkly wore a satisfactory smile.

[Ragland Tiger 3,391]

@ExplosionMare @Courageous Thunder Dash @Oni Equine @Dynamo Pad

 

4 hours ago, Pencil Pouch said:

She turned her attention towards Thundy who was getting closer and closer to achieving a pure heart. Pencil figured he might have a long way to go, but judging by the compassion he had for Bingo out on the ring, he already had a good start. Pencil clapped alongside Chelsea and Sparkly wore a satisfactory smile.

"I-I-I said he had a g-good h-heart," said Bluebell, smiling.

[Dynamo Pad 11,300]

@Ragland Tiger @ExplosionMare @Oni Equine @Courageous Thunder Dash @Starforce @PawelS

As Thundy pulled Bingo into a hug, Dynamo smiled at the heartwarming moment between both fighters. Even after a fight had been finished, a friendship can be formed. "I really hope that we'll get to see Bingo again." He says, watching as the diamond dog had made his exit by digging into the ground. He wasn't sure what to make of Bingo, at first. However, after everything was said and done. Dynamo knew that Bingo was a kind and loyal friend. Upon hearing about fixing the damage for the ring, the gaming unicorn breathed a sigh of relief. "That's reassuring to hear. I'd hate for a fight to just be over because of the whole out of bounds. At least in terms of a technicality where the ring is ultimately destroyed or damaged. In a way, it takes the fun out of the fight. Since it looks like some fights have lead to friendships." He explains, noticing the connections formed throughout the tournament. If that's what the goal was, then the tournament was doing a great job in helping to make friendships become formed or to grow stronger.

Listening to Thundy's response to Elusive's question, Dynamo had frowned at how the bullies had affected his friend and brother. It might have been awkward for others to hear of what the bullies had done, but Dynamo remembered what Sledge Hammer had said to him. It was still worrying at times, but he knew things would get better in due time. Given that he had teleported away, Dynamo hadn't known that Chelsea was able to help Thundy in a time of need. Upon hearing the mention of change, Dynamo felt something stir in his heart. "Change, huh?" He muttered softly to himself, but it was able to be picked up by those around him. With everything that's happened recently, Dynamo never really expected himself to change, in a way. With how Cosmic and his team treated him and the others, it almost felt like nothing had really changed. That was, until, his true friends showed their true selves to the gaming unicorn. It was within those moments that he felt that maybe he could change. Or, at the very least, be true to himself. Glancing towards Bluebell, Dynamo looked back over to Thundy, who had put a fist against his chest to where his heart was. 

"Y-Yeah. You're right, Bluebell. I think he has a good heart, as well. I just hope he'll be okay and that he'll be able to achieve that pure heart." He smiled softly, before hearing Sparkly and Pencil has spoken their thoughts. Allowing their words to sink in, Dynamo nodded to let them know that he heard the duo. "When you put it that way, then it makes perfect sense. If they never stop until they are satisfied, then they won't ever be satisfied. No matter what they try to do or what they try to achieve. It's better to appreciate what you have instead of what you don't. Otherwise, you stop seeing what's important to you is standing right in front of you." He explained, while realizing that what he said was true for him. All he ever truly wanted was indeed standing right around him. "Thank you, Pencil and thank you Sparkly. I think what you all and what Thundy had said really helped me to come to a decision." He says, moving one of his front hooves up, before placing it over his chest where his heart was. "I know it might be foolish or crazy, but I-I have to try. I know I wanted to enter the tournament to have better practice with the belt and to practice my magic, but I think it's different now. I want to have fun as that's what the tournament was all about. However, I have to stand up to Cosmic, or I'm never going to move on from the past. That, and I want to protect what's important to me." He says, before lowering his front hoof and joining in on giving Thundy an applause for his speech.

[Samurai Equine 51,369]

@Dynamo Pad

In the gym, Cosmic and his gang were about to hear who is up next.
Alhimar gave them fair warning that all eyes were on him and his gang. Chelsea's telepathic message from earlier was proof of that. She wants to make sure everyone is on guard around this trio.
Now Cosmic needs to think carefully about what their next move is.

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@Courageous Thunder Dash

Elusive grins such a happy smile that she could almost cry. "Wow. Such a selfless answer. This is exactly what Mayor White and the rest of us were hoping to see in today's tournament! Thank you, Thundy! Next up, we have Sledge Hoof VS. Brain! Will Sledge Hoof and Brain please report to the arena!" Elusive announces before going back to her seat.

"All right, I'm finally up!" Sledge Hoof, the construction pony, arrives. He is wearing his hard hat and tool belt. He hops onto the arena and pumps his club-sized wrench into the air. "FRIEND-SHI-RE! FRIEND-SHI-RE! FRIEND-SHI-RE!" The strong earth pony chants, getting the audience to join him as he waits for his opponent.

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@Starforce

"Feels like most of time, I'm just doing boring office work. However, there are times where I can have some mischievous fun. My brother White likes to think he runs this town without hinderance, but I like to remind him who is equally in charge, when I can." Mayor Black explains.

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@Reality Check, @Frisk, @Ragland Tiger, @Courageous Thunder Dash, @ExplosionMare, @Dynamo Pad

Final nods. "In that case, I'll lead the way. Coming, Necry? If you still need medical assistance, one of my friends at the tournament does have healing abilities. Might even help with your lost memories!" Final says before trotting off towards the tournament grounds.

It takes a moment to get there, but they arrive. Final pays for their tickets. "You can all pay me back some other time. Might not be today or tomorrow, but eventually." Final say. They let the three of them in, and he guides them across the stands to his group of friends. "Chelsea! Bluebell! Pencil! Sparkly! ...Dynamo? Dynamo! I brought some friends to join us. See? Told you my instincts were never wrong. Everyone, this is Necry and Reality Check. They are new to town. Reality, Necry, these are SOME of the friends I was mentioning. Chelsea is a healer and a caring soul. Pencil is the owner of the town's art gallery and a talented artist too. Bluebell is intelligent and kind hearted. I'm still learning about Sparkly but I get the feeling there's a lot of surprises in store. Dynamo is the gamer pony and owner of the local arcade--He's also one of the fighters here today. Surprised he decided to sit with us, the spectators, a while." Final quickly turns towards the arena and points. "See that half griffon character leaving the arena? That's Thundy, event organizer and wild card. Easily one of the most heroic characters here, but I heard he has a wild side. ...I don't see Kronos, but you can't miss him. He's like some kind of noble cyborg pony or something... And if you look closely, do you see him? He's small from this distance, but he's sitting right there, meditating at the doorway between the arena and the fighters-only area. The asian pony with the curved horn. That's Samurai Equine; the most heroic pony in this whole town, the military leader and guardian warrior. If anyone ever needs help, if evil is rearing it's ugly head, he'll be the first to respond. And if for any reason he can't; his friends will, and I just introduced you to his friends!" Final explains.

Edited October 7, 2021 by Oni Equine

[Courageous Thunder Dash 7,824]

@Oni Equine @Dynamo Pad @ExplosionMare @Ragland Tiger @Kronos the Revenant

Thundy decided to go to the stands for a while. However, he noticed that Final had returned with some new acquaintances. "Well look what we...oh my goodness! Are my eyes playing tricks on me?" Thundy asked as he looked at the familiar pokemon. "Dynamo's gonna be absolutely floored when he sees this..." Thundy thought to himself. "Hey there, I'm Thundy, it's so nice to meet you two." Thundy said smiling. 

Chelsea smiled at the two newcomers. "Why hello there, I'm Chelsea." Chelsea said smiling.

[Necrozma (Dual Fuser)]

@Oni Equine @Courageous Thunder Dash @Dynamo Pad @Kronos the Revenant @Ragland Tiger @ExplosionMare

¨Hi Im Necrozma, but I only remember myself as Necry. Do any of you know memory magic? Because I dont remember anything about myself..."

Suddenly, his head started to hurt...Necry started to receive bad flashbacks of his Dusk Mane Species falling to...¨Dawn Wings? No...That cant be... why would they- AHHHHHHH!!!!¨

Necrozma let out a loud cry and he changed back to Dusk Mane without knowing...¨Why is this happening to me?!?¨He cried.

[Chelsea]

@Dynamo Pad @Oni Equine @ExplosionMare @Kronos the Revenant @Ragland Tiger @Frisk

Chelsea listened, but when Necry started to act as if his head was hurting...and let out a scream, Chelsea quickly grabbed Necry and brought him in for a warm hug. She let out a slow flow of water energy that eased the pain...and because of her pure heart, the memories started to come back. Chelsea held Necry close to comfort him. "It'll be okay Necry...you're safe with us now." Chelsea said sweetly, nuzzling Necry with her beak. 

[Necrozma (Dual Fuser)]

¨Th-thank you...¨ Necry said,and he calmed down...¨I need to do something to take my mind off of this situation. Is there any particular event I can Participate in?¨ The Prism Pokemon asked.¨If not i completely understand...¨ 

[Courageous Thunder Dash 7,824]

@Frisk @Oni Equine @ExplosionMare @Ragland Tiger @Kronos the Revenant

"Oooh, if you'd come in the morning of this day, you could've signed up for the fighting tournament. However, since Thundy isn't fighting until later, we could perhaps take a walk around Friendshire, and we'll show you all there is to do around here. Sound good?" Chelsea asked looking at Necry, still holding him. She looked at the others to see what they would say. "That sounds good. Wish I could tag along, but I gotta stay here since I'm participating in the tournament." Thundy said. 

[Necrozma (Dual Fuser)]

¨Yeah that sounds nice. Is it quite a walk to get there?¨ Necry asked. Then his stomach growled. He was quite hungry. ¨Hmmm, I could go for some food right now. I dont mind the walk.¨ He responded after his stomach quit rumbling.

[Chelsea]

@Frisk @Reality Check @Oni Equine @ExplosionMare @Ragland Tiger

"Oh we could certainly get something to eat if you're hungry. Not sure if we could bring the food back here so we won't miss the later matches of the tournament..." Chelsea said thinking about where to take Necry to eat. 

[Kronos the Revenant 1,971]

Kronos happened to be wandering the stadium when he came across his friends with a peculiar creature. 
 

High energy levels detected, a voice said, much higher than normal. 
 

Agreed, another replied, Investigation necessary. 
 

Complying with the voices, he went to investigate. Kronos then saw something that looked vaguely familiar. 
 

“A Necrozma!?” Kronos asked himself befuddledlby, “I gotta see this for myself.” He also digistructed a Master Ball just in case and had it readied as he got closer to Necrozma. “Im only going to study you, big fella, dont blind me.”