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>>43077732>picrelkek
>Be you>Sheriff Abbondanza' Anon' "You've yeed your last haw" Apple>Your girl friends. seperate, platonic, girls who are friends, have dragged you to Rarity's boutique >Miss priss wants to design everypony in the nationally honoured group an outfit for the GGG>And you ain't having nun of it>"Anon Darling please you must let me make you an outfit for the Gala!">"Ah said No rares, you'll have your ha- HOOVES full as is making 4 dresses plus your own.">"Pleeeeeeaaaasssssseeeeee!" >"No">"Pleasepleaseplease you'll look handsome I promise!" The mare whined, doing that tippy tappy thing she did with her hooves when both insistently whiny like now, and when excited>"C'mon Abby let Rarity make you something" Dash cut in >"Ah don't need it, already got an outfit">"A hat and your badge isn't an outfit Abby." Dash pushed>"Stop calling me Abby and thats not what I'm gonna wear, had something else in mind." You retort>At the mention of an outfit Rarity ceases her please-please-please to narrow her eyes at you instead. "What? What are you intending to wear exactly?" She presses>"Mah dress blues.">....>"Y'know? Since I'm Sheriff? Ah got a fancy uniform for ceremonies and stuff.">Sage nods and small smiles are offered in response by the mares, Rarity in particular seems pleased>"Yes! A stallion in uniform is sure to turn some heads.">"Annnnd lifffft soooome tailssss." Pinkie sing songs
>>43077811That poor Anon. Surrounded by beautiful mares that want to undress him.
Cover your eyes, anons!
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holy shit prince annon in pony town
>>43077735>>43077745I love these
>>43077811Now I want to see what Rarity will make for Anon, a fancy sheriff outfit sounds neat!
>>43078327I have the feeling it'd go in one of 2 different directions: she make something as outlandish like the British Beefeaters or the Spanish Legion's male stripper-esque uniforms.
>>43078365She’ll make both. Give Anonjack the first one, then fantasize about the second one. Dash will go behind her and switch outfits.
I want to write more about the initial rival idea, anon being a mountain psycho obsessed with training and only showing up to fight interests me
>>43078365>male stripper anonstallion walks into room>sees most of his friends>from now on he's going to check who hired him beforehand
>>43078797It was Dash, because she loves a good prank.
>>43077895Daring display!
>>43077895Oh my, hoof holding!
>>43077013>"There's our girls! Anon! My Grandson! National heroes!">Mom is screaming her head off like it's a Wonderbolt's game.>Dad has risen her up above his head, despite them both being, you know, pegasi."Well, there's our biggest fans. Fluttershy, you ready?">"I'm thinking I should go back home and check if the chicken coop is safe and quiet.""Got room in there for the three of us?">Head hangs low.>"No.">Anon sighs as well as he trots on ahead.>Well if the boy can show some fortitude so can you two.>Grunting in pain, you follow behind, and you think Fluttershy is also there.>Out of all the ponies to swoop in to see how you're doing, you didn't expect him to win.>"Dash! My boy! Oh thank the skies your both ok.">Zephry zipped his in front, which isn't hard to do with his own parents.>Butting his way past your folks is another matter.>He's already picking up Anon and hugging him.>"Hey come on. Let me see grand-moms and grand-dads too.""Morning mom, dad, Posey, Breeze. Thanks for making the trip down here.">Posey nods, you can barely hear her over the crowd.>"Anything for you both. Just didn't expect, well any of this.">You can't hear Fluttershy's dad at all.>Somehow Fluttershy is able to hear him and they start talking.>Anon is getting his head rubbed by dad.>"Why's everyone here?">Mom is quick to interject.>"For the Summer Sun Celebration, of course! We all thought it would be a perfect time for the whole family to get together for this event.">Dad leans in with the biggest grin.>"And what a celebration this is going to turn out. Foalnappings, Princesses, and your mom pulling off the most amazing stunt. Really gets the positive juices flowing.">Don't lay into it that hard dad.>You give him the look of 'calm down' really quick before Anon can notice.>He noticed.>Anon is looking between him, mom, and you.>"Sure.">Oh he's thinking, the brain gears are turning.>Zephry is smiling wide as he looks straight at him, and remembers when he first arrived.>"Ah, I see.">Welp, that canary is out of the cage."Hey, this is a big celebration. Let's enjoy the hospitality of Ponyville.">"Excuse me.">You all look up at a day guard.>He's looking down at you and Anon.>"This is for you.">Hoofing over a letter with a royal seal.>"It doesn't have to be today, given how the situation is. Please prepare appropriately.">He salutes and walks off.>Oh mare.>Open it up."It a summons. For Anon and me.">The family tilt their head in confusion.>Anon doesn't, he just shrinks down.>"Oh I'm in so much trouble.">Yes, getting possessed by an ancient shadow demon would be a cause for concern.>I'm sure Princess Celestia would like to know more.>At least it isn't today.
>>43079299What are the odds Anon immediately spills his guts to Celestia?
>>43079485Either that or he spills spaghetti. Both wouldn't be ideal.
>>43077895nice
>>43078365The right one looks off. Kind of like a bad joke.
>>43079299>I'm sure Princess Celestia would like to know more.I mean, that's not really surprising.
Which pony would make you spill the beans fastest if they caught on to you not being a normal pony? Would you be able to withstand Celestia's prolonged eye contact?
>>43080433Applejack
>>43080433Implying I'd pretend otherwise
>>43080433Don't know if it counts but Luna would find out where I come from the moment I had a dream about my life on Earth, which I often have. There's no way I'm bullshitting my way out of that.If Luna doesn't count then it would have to be Twilight and her 5 billion follow-up questions.
>>43080433Pinkie Pie for sure would but I'd say she'd wouldn't mind it at all
He's back!
>>43080901lol love the realistic horse portrait
>>43079299>Be Anon, son of Dash, son of Hothoof, son of...>Well that would be getting into head-cannon territory and we don't want that do we?>Being interviewed for the local paper.>The school one.>Featherweight is taking way too make pictures.>A background foal you don't remember is asking you questions.>Must have been before Diamond Tiara's takeover.>The other school horses are talking over him with their own questions.>"Anon Dash, what were you thinking when Nightmare Moon kidnapped you.">Don't say anything as another foal cuts him off.>"Hey! Hey, is it true you've been going into the Everfree Forest?">Shrug as another prod with poked at you.>"So you've been going behind your mom's back?">Open an eye at that question.>Oh, it's Scootaloo.>"Shove it blank flank. No one cares about your obsession with his mom. Hey, how is it you're still a blank flank after literally using the Elements of Harmony? That's like the most qualifying thing to earn one.">Diamond Tiara flank bumps Scoots out of the way.>Silver Spoon is slinking up behind you.>Great, a double team.>The other foals nod emphatically at that question."Listen, saving the world isn't related to cutie marks. Look at the adult mares. One of them is a baker.">Silver Spoon blows into your ear, making it twitch.>"I bet you have a real important cutie mark coming.">Don't really want to play this game."Please, this is a one time thing. Literally my 15 minutes in the spotlight. Tomorrow everything is back to normal. There is no way I'm going to do anything like this again.">Buck, you're fooling yourself.>You should know better.>"How about a Sonic Rainboom? ">Scootaloo tries to flutter over the herd to gain a little height."That's how my mom got hers. Would rather do my own thing.">"Scootaloo, stop asking questions about his mom! You can read her interview in the adult's paper.">"It's about him too! He's hiding stuff still. Got to go on an adventure of a lifetime and he's downplaying it. Don't let him wiggle his way out of this.">Diamond Tiara just glares at Scoots.>Ah, that's the mare on mare look of 'I'm trying to do something here'.>"You know what. Maybe he does prefer to spend his time in more productive means.">Leans real close to you.>Backing up isn't an option, Silver Spoon is right behind you.>"How about a 1 on 1 interview?">The protest of the actual colt reporter is drowned out."I'm afraid somepony has already beaten you to that.">Twinge of annoyance crosses her face.>Answer her question before she asks."Princess Celestia has got her eye on me and wants to pick my brain.">The rest of the classmates go into an uproar of new questions.>Drowning out any attempts by Diamond and Silver to manipulate you.>Not sure what their goal is, but you're not planning on getting played.>Unless it is just as simple as get famous coltfriend for clout.>Too much on your plate to deal with that.>Scootaloo kicks dirt in frustration and leaves.
>>43081182Dropping the princess nuke, eh? That's pretty smart but also putting the spotlight even harder on him.
>>43080901Did dad bring home the hay bacon?
>>43080433Pinkie. You know you can't escape her.
>>43079485he's desparately trying to keep the timeline intact as much as possible, I'm not sure if he's ready to throw the wrench that is himself into the machine just yet, though I wouldn't be surprised if he slips up with some muttering of not wanting Twilight to be a princess that might have Celestia thinking
>>43082205Here's an idea. He tells her where Starswirl is and the real Pony of Shadows. Bringing him back now means he takes back his book that turned Twilight into a princess.
>>43082225clever, and the Starswirl we see in the show seems like he'd never approve of Celestia turning Twilight into an alicorn, and I feel like Celestia would be too eager to spend time with her old teacher to push back
>>43081182kino
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>>43083024Almost there again.Slideniggery is afoot here.
>>43080433twilight sparkle. she'll do a magic spell to reveal im not from equestria originally
>>43083668How would such a spell work if you were born in Equestria?
>>43082261A thousand year old Celestia will probably not be as easily swayed by Starswirl.
>>43083720Maybe it scans your soul.
>>43084018She doesn't believe those exist.
>>43081433It looks like it, yeah.
>>43084018Scans for a specific type of autism.
>>43084724All ponies are autistic, the spell scans you for neurotypicality which in their world makes you a tard
>>43080433Whoever your mom is.
>>43080433Zecora.Though, I get the feeling she'd just know.
>>43083024
>>43081182angry chicken child is torn between admitting anon is now actually pretty cool and doubling down on his lameness.
>>43077895That's a tall pony.
>>43081182>Be Scootaloo, leaving Anon's 'fan club' behind.>That colt just burns you so much.>Just so inconsistent.>He says one thing, does something else.>Nopony else in class sees it.>Then again, you are the leader of the Rainbow Dash fan club.>Only you have gone the lengths to learn about her, and by proxy, learn about him.>Speaking of, at the adults table of the party, you see her.>And Rainbow Dash's parents!>Pulling a Pinkie, you appear right next to them."Hi! I'm Scootaloo, founder and CEO of the Rainbow Dash club.>Dash almost spits up her drink at your arrival.>Her parents look down at you, pausing their conversation.>Rainbow clears her throat.>"Hey there squirt. What brings you over here?">"The founder of the Rainbow Dash club? Bow did you hear that? A fan club! Hello Scootaloo, I'm Windy Whistle and this is my husband Bow Hothoof.">"A fan club! Do you get to do some fun Rainbow Dash activities? Like cheer her on during stunts? We love to do that.">Mom, dad, please.">Salute them, for you are honored by their presence.>"Yes, a fan club. We hold Rainbow Dash in high regard for amazing skill and just being naturally awesome. Just ooze awesomeness.">Windy and Bow nod fanatically.>"Totally agreed. Dash, you didn't tell us you had such a promising sharp filly shadowing you.">Dash looks aside to Fluttershy, who shrugs at her.>She trots up closer to you to give you a wing-noogie.>A classic.>She flinches when she does it, almost hisses.>"Like she said, she's Scootaloo. Real tough filly. I've seen her do some wicked stunts on her scooter.""Dash! Are you hurt?">"No, no, just recovering. Pulled a wing you know. Gotta remember to stretch before doing any wild stunts.">"Oh don't be so modest. No wonder Anon is the way he is. Our Dash here just hooffighted a real menace.""The Sonic Rainboom! Which became that huge lightning strike! I saw it! I saw it!">Bow starts to stamp his hooves with excitement.>"Real super-hero stuff. Not like those funny pages. Our girl, Dash, really took it out on that goon. Um, Dark Horse?">"Pony of Shadows, dad.">"Right. That horse fly.">Eyes can't help but light up in wonder.>"If anything, those Elements of Harmony was basically giving that goon a soft tap.">Take out your Dash inspired journal and start taking notes.>Windy Whistle whistles at your prize.>"Mighty fine recorder keeper. Better than the reporter that only asked you a few questions, Dash.""That's terrible! Dash should have an entire page all about her. At the least, you could do way more.">Dash chuckles at your support.>"I'm the front page with the rest of the girls. You don't save Princess Luna and then get shoved behind the opinion piece.">Good."Can you tell me more about her growing up? I bet you have all sorts of cool stuff to share.">That gets her parents started, and they pull out their own journal!>A Rainbow Dash journal!>Behind them Fluttershy and you think are her folks seem to sigh.
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>>43085898Wouldn't Dash's parents be super autistic about Anon as well? The real question if it is so, is it as an extension Dash or as his own self.
>>43085929Well yes, but Scoots is asking about Dash.
>>43085929Imagine that. Anon couldn't handle this attention at all.
>>43085915Yes.
>>43085015She break you down in a rap beat.
>>43085915
>>43085898I love your green, anon!
>>43086939I see what you did there.
>>43085898>So many foal pictures!>A gold mine of information.>Rainbow Dash was always cool even as a tiny tyke.>Watching her grow up with these pics.>See a picture of her birthday, Fluttershy was there even then.>Pretty cool that she got to be Dash's foal friend.>Lucky mare.>Don't know who the colt following them is.>"And this is after Rainbow Dash did the Sonic Rainboom. We believed her of course, even if no pony else did.""Amazing.">Dash gives Fluttershy an apologetic look.>"Yea, we had to go find you after you fell.""Keep going!">Turn the page looking for more.>There's a picture that grabs your attention.>Dash is in a bathroom, looking at something.>"There's our girl when she found out she had big news!">Rainbow groans and tries to cover the page.>"That's a little personal isn't it?">Wait a moment, you recognize that thing."A pregnancy test.">Dash gives you a surprised look.>"You know what that is?">Fluttershy also looks surprised.>"I help Cheerliee teach sex ed. for the students. Because of what happened there. That changed a lot. Scootaloo I'm surprised you remember. I thought you were sleeping.""For most of it.">Look at the picture again, Dash is shocked.>The following picture is just her staring in the mirror.>Holding her face with her hooves.>Then in her room with a torn poster of the Wonderbolts.>"I really wasn't happy that day.">"Nonsense Dash, it was great news! Anon Dash is now coming into our life.""So who's the dad?">Without pausing, Bow points at a different picture.>Dash is with Fluttershy and her family, giving the news.>"That colt right there is Zephry Breeze. Anon's dad.">Him?!>How!?>You've seen him through out the party, he's lame.>Expression must have been obvious.>"Listen squirt. Don't ask. It was an accident.""You fell on his dick?">Dash sputters.>"I said to not ask.">Fluttershy gives a long suffering sigh.>Bow and Windy nod happily.>"Rainbow was an amazing teenage mom.">The pictures tell a different story.>Despondent.>Would it be rude to ask why she just didn't get an abortion?>Yeah, let's not.>Then it changes."So what happened? I mean obviously you had Anon Dash.">Rainbow stops her parents from answering.>"Well, I had time to think about it. To be the best mom that I can be. Not give up.">She leans down to your level.>"Listen squirt. I didn't know him yet, but I wasn't going to abandon him.">Dash sounds so sincere.>Why couldn't your own parents be like her?>Deep inside, you wish she was your mom.>Then the picture, Dash holding her foal in her hooves.>Tired, but happy.>Anon is so small.>And wrinkly.>Fluttershy looks wistful.>"I remember when I held him for the first time. I cried so much. Wanted to make sure nothing will ever hurt him.">Rainbow lays a wing on her.>"Hey, thanks again for saving him when I couldn't.">"You don't have to. We both saved him and I will always be there for you both.">See another picture with his dad holding him.
>>43088028>He's scared, like holding fragile pottery."I haven't seen him in town before.">Dash shrugs as she glances at the picture.>"He lives in Cloudsdale, with his folks. When Anon is with his grandparents they'll hang out.">Bow and Whistle bring out a new picture journal.>"Want to see the pictures we have of him!?""No.">"Aw, maybe next time.">They actually look disappointed.>That picture, where she's holding foal Anon.>She looks really confused.>In fact, so does he."What's that about?">Rainbow Dash scrunches at that memory.>"Right. That day. Anon's first word.""Why's that so weird?">"Word isn't right. You know how a parent always wants their foal to stay 'mom' or 'dad'?>Nod rapidly.>"He said 'Rainbow Dash'. Not just that, he sounded shocked. Clear as day. Not mom.">Dash says that last part a little sad.>"Only our little filly could make such a smart little colt. Clever as a button and so fun to babysit.">Whistle seems so ecstatic about that story.>So Anon was always like that.>Figures."Did he say dad to Zephry?">That got a laugh snort from Dash.>"Oh that. That was so funny. Anon gave the most scrunched up look. Saying 'You!?'. I mean, he did eventually say mom and dad. That day was memorable.""Why did he say 'You'?>She shrugs.>"Dunno. He doesn't remember that day. Way too young to keep those long-term memories.">More pictures, she's carrying him around for most of it.>School, training, and going to Wonderbolt's games.>Somepony has stopped showing up in the school pictures."Who's the griffon? Where did she go?">Dash just glares at that.>"She wasn't cool with me having a child. That's it. Don't ask.">Bitterness just drips from her answer.>Yikes.>Move on quickly to the next pictures."So this is when you moved to Ponyville.">"Yup. Weather mare for the town. Gotten real good at it. Helps Fluttershy is so willing to watch Anon when I'm at work.">Bow and Whistle chime in.>"Then we get the honor of watching him as well. He's such a sweet smart child.">Sweet?>Yeah right.>Still happy with all the new information for the Dash fan club.>"Can we join the fanclub?""Yes!">Perfect, two new members and they're her parents!
>>43088090Should have specified, Bow and Whistle have a journal about Anon Dash. Not Zephry.
>>43088028>>43088090>You fell on his dick?kek. Great update!
>>43088028>>Anon is so small.>>And wrinkly.Kek
>>43088272Babies are real funny looking.
Love Fluttershy, simple as.
>>43088890How'd you get a picture of me and my family!?! Im gonna have to call the guards on you!
>Anon is an Idaho potato farmer>Gets sent to the MLP setting and becomes an alicorn>Gets abused like that one greentext from a previous thread>Finally makes it to Equestria and recovers>Goes back to being a potato farmer
>>43089115Anon, this is dangerously close to seeming like you have a problem with potato farmers.
>>43089151No, I have a lot of respect for farmers. I was just thinking of a scenario where despite being an alicorn, an anon ends up with a relatively normal cutie mark (potatoes) and ends up doing a normal job instead of one of the setting's more fantasy abilities.
>>43089115>be mudhorse Anon>own a successful potato farm>run into Applejack at the annual country fair>get into an argument over apples vs. potatoes every time>always trade 1st or 2nd prize with your mortal enemy>years pass>strangely, your arguments with Applejack shift from produce superiority to mutual understanding and eventually, love>say 'buck it' and marry the stubborn applemare that shit-talked your potatoes into oblivion>together you two corner the market on all potato and apple-based products>have 10 foals together and form a happy appletato family life, baffling everypony that knew you>live happily ever after
>>43089226Based.
>>43089226You do know that potato in French is "pomme de terre" which, literally translated, means "apple of the earth" or "ground apple".
>>43080901Follow up
>>43089226>>43089396Anonstallions just keep winning.
>>43089226He hit it good. AJ is a good partner.
>>43089115Opaline hates him the most.
>>43088890Cute lil' foal
>>43089396Wholsome and lovely.
>>43089728Who? I don't recognize that name.
Prince Annon abusing his ability to make alicorns after hearing that Celestia ascended Cadence & Twilight, assuming that he can do it at least twice himself
>>43090403By making babies with someone?
>>43090411 they do only get 2 uses of that ascension they'd have to decide between using it for their children or partners
>>43090403>Spamming AlicornsLet's fucking go.
>>43088090>Be Anon, party's over for you.>Party is still going, but your exhausted after everything you went through.>No amount of sugar will help you overcome it.>Follow mom home, followed shortly by the rest of the family.>Dash opens the door and you trot him.>"We need to talk.">Oh boy.>"All of us.">Intervention by the looks of it.>Great.>Rest of the family shuffle in."So that's why you're all here.">For the first time, Grandpa Breeze spoke before everyone else.>"Anon.">No.>Not the sad old grandpa look.>"We don't know why your feelings have become so dark. It hurts us. Knowing our little colt thinks so little about himself.">Don't say anything.>You've seen this scenario before, the adults are all going to say their piece.>Answer only when they expect it.>Granted you are dealing with grandparents that have less backbone then Fluttershy.>And Dash's parents just approve of everything.>Toxic positivity mentality isn't going to help much if they think you're suicidal though.>You can tell, their grins and smiles has been strained the whole party.>Zephry puts his hoof on his dad.>"I got this.">You doubt that.>"Anon we've been talking, and we have come to the conclusion what you need may be a change in home living.">Dash cuts in at that.>"Living with either grandparents won't work, my parents are too indulgent and the Shy's are too passive. Your dad is still trying to get his life together. And I clearly failed somewhere.">She didn't, but saying 'I'm a human' wouldn't help anything.>"I tried looking into getting a job back in Cloudsdale so we be living by both grandparents. No luck there. Child counselor is in the cards.">How well could one of those read you?>Not sure how helpful that could be.>Being hung-up on canon stuff really pulled your pin feathers.>"We thought about you living with Fluttershy. She's real supportive and would be able to watch you more often that I can.">Fluttershy interjects.>"Dash, the issue is that he spends little time with you. He needs more time.">Rainbow looks frustrated at that.>"Look he thinks if he wasn't born I wouldn't be; I dunno, doing something different.">Think fast, gotta think fast.>Moving away from Ponyville could really screw the pooch.>...>A pooch."Hey.">All the adults stop talking about this, Dash stops pacing, and look at you."What if we get a pet?">Dash slowly blinks at that.>"Get a pet?""Yeah, something we both take care of.">"Get a pet? I, um, huh. Like a dog? We need one of those special collars if it stays in the house.">Fluttershy is thinking a little deeper then that.>"Doesn't have to be a dog. I have a bunch of animals I take care of. Why don't we visit my home to look at some possible candidates. I like the idea though. If you're both invested in a friend, it would help with bonding.">Zephry chimes in on that.>"Dash you've made friends with that Twilight mare right? She probably knows all kind of therapists.>"Probably."
>>43091179>"What if we get a pet?"I somehow expect this to backfire too. Like, I'd be surprised if it will be Tank, no matter how hard Anon will nudge her in that direction.
>>43091782It would be both of them choosing. Anon would push hard for Tank, but it really doesn’t matter. Tank was never important to the overall plot.
>>43090403I thought Cadance was her own thing.
>>43091949Cadence was a Pegasus who ascended to alicornhood according to lore of a questionable canon status since it was only mentioned in a book. In that regard she's like Twilight.
>>43091179on the one hand, this could wildly backfire, on the other hand, if it's a pet Anon wants, he just has to say he wants Tank and they go for that, then again, Fluttershy might not even have Tank at this point in time
>>43092400If Fluttershy has been taking care of Anon, he’s probably already familiar with all the animals she keeps.
>>43091179Good shit right here. Currently my favorite green.
>>43092400Could get Harry.
>>43090411With Rainbow Dash, cause she's the hottest and coolest!
Rip the shynon threads, just saw them listed as complete on ponepaste. Was really liking the direction they were going. Especially the visiting ponyville one. Excited for any future projects from them tho
>>43093543>shynon threadsWhich ones?
>>43093302She would never. Willingly. Would have to be an accident.
>>43092400>>43092967Hold up. What if he says buck it and picks angel.
>>43094203Then the timeline is boned even harder.
>>43091179>So here you are, talking with Twilight and the rest of the girls.>Be Rainbow Dash, first lunch out with the gals since the big night."Don't know if we can make this a regular thing, I'm sure Applejack is normally busy looking at trees or something.">"Rainbow you're free to come down if you want real work.""Counting leaves would put me to sleep.">She frowns, but gives you a friendly nudge.>Discussion of random stuff continues until your son is brought up."You girls wouldn't believe the mane pulling my boss was giving me.">Rarity hums at that as she makes herself new cup of tea.>She wouldn't have to do that if she got a jug instead of that tiny teacup.>"I suppose causing a massive storm front to appear over the Everfree Forest then calling in your sick day would frustrate her.""Sure did. Course when I told her I was heading to Canterlot for the princess to grill my kid she said 'Enjoy your colt while you can then' and gave me a mock salute.">Pinkie giggles at that.>"I'm sure you two have nothing to worry about. Not like Princess Celestia would throw Anon into the deepest darkest dungeon at the bottom of the mountain to never see the light of day again for reading her diary.">A polite chuckle rolls through the group."Yeah, that wouldn't happen. Right, Twilight?">"Probably. Maybe. I mean, it could I suppose.""Not really filling me with hope there. Unless you're pranking then that's a good one.">Twilight fidgets a bit before a confident nod.>"95% everything will turn out just fine.""Then the other 5% is me busting him out and we both become escape outlaws.">"Well in that case my cousin Braeburn will help you out in Appleloosa. Frontier town that'll keep you away from all the problems you caused.">That sounded like real honest suggestion.>"Or turn you back in for the bounty.""Thanks, Applejack.""Fluttershy, we'll probably look at your animals when we get back from Canterlot. Should give you enough time to probe an appropriate one.">"Oh Dash! They're all wonderful. I have no idea which friend to introduce you to. Maybe you get two. Or three!">Twilight pauses on eating her sandwich.>"Pet? What's this about?""Bonding idea for the two of us.">She taps her hoof at that idea.>"Smart idea you have.""It was Anon's idea actually.">Twilight stops and stares at you.>"Really. Did he come up with that on the spot?""Pretty much. Why?">"Just a hunch, but I'll hold off on that until you get back from speaking with Princess Celestia.""Oh come on, just tell me.">"He's smart. Real smart. There's a pattern though. I'm trying to figure it out.">She has more to say, like she knows something."Hey, so um, how about being his therapist?">She spits out her drink in Pinkie's face.>"WHAT!?""What?">"You don't just decide to do that on a whim. That takes important consideration!""Well my family and I did think about finding one, but you seem to have a pretty good handle of the situation. Being an egghead and all."
>>43094203I imagine Fluttershy would apologize and explain that no, Angel is specifically her pet. Everyone else in the cottage is a guest.
>>43093684The ones by Hearthsong. I believe last anonstallion thread had some at the beginning. Didn't mean to call the shynon idea a thread.
>>43094517If anything Anon has had personal interactions with Angel at this point and probably hates him more than when he was just a fan of the show.
>>43094517That's probably the most likely outcome.
>>43094466>double dubs>Twiggles therapistthis ride is going off its rails, buckle in lads
>>42806294>Your glass clinks down on the table>With a tap you signal for another refill>Like you said to Dash, you've been taking it slowly>A few hours have passed now>Enough for the sky to turn from a cool blue to a warm orange>The bar you and Dash have found yourself in is a far cry from Hot Stuff's>It's all got a more modern sheen>You don't like it>But it had booze, so you don't really complain>It's given you a light buzz>You're still a few miles south of drunk>But the stiffness left in you from meeting the princesses has loosened>"Okay, would you rather fight ten rabbit sized bears, or one bear sized rabbit?">Other than the drinks, the two of you have been winding down the hours with questions about everything and nothing"What kind of bears are we talking about?" Your head lazily tilts to look at Rainbow. "Brown, black, polar?">"Does it make a difference?" Rainbow retorts as she sticks her muzzle in her glass to take another gulp of her own drink"Well, yeah, brown and black bears, you have a chance against." You say, vaguely recalling some rhyme about bears you'd heard before. "But polar bears are scary. I'll take the big rabbit">"Coward">At least, you think that's what she says>But there's some kind of echo>You rub your ears and look around>When your eyes land back on her you almost collapse against the bar as you wheeze>She's gotten her muzzle fully into the glass>Like the air has suctioned it to fit inside>She paws at it with her hooves and wings>Then attempts to knock it against the bar to dislodge it>Your stool clacks against the floor as you rock back and forth in the throes of your laughter>"Very funny">Again, that's only your assumption>With a shaky breath to attempt to steady yourself"Here- let me help you">You're still chuckling when you take the glass in your own hooves and tug>It's really stuck on there>Rainbow damn near comes off her own seat with your pull>Eventually you're practically dragging her back and forth as you try to dislodge her>The two of you are probably drawing attention but it's too funny for you to care>Eventually you get the masterful idea to use your wings>With a flap, you gain some height>Hopefully gravity will be able to help you free Dash>As the glass is completely tipped up you're treated to a view of Rainbow simply taking in the rest of the booze instead of drowning in it>It renews your laughter as the glass finally slides up>With a jolt, you shoot upward>You thump against the ceiling>That'll hurt in the morning with the hangover>The impact causes the glass to fly and shatter somewhere in the distance>As Rainbow rubs at her muzzle you make your way back down, laughing still>She turns to you with a slight glare that slowly devolves into her own laughter>Your shared merriment is soon cut off by hooves slamming against the bar>"Right! You two! Out!" The pony in question is dressed in some fancy blazer as her hoof points to the door
>>43094971"Oh come on!" You complain. "She was just stuck in her glass-">Unfortunately for the two of you, your ironclad arguments went unheeded>The two of you stumble only slightly out the doors>Which can only mean one thing>You're not nearly drunk enough>"So, which place next?">Rainbow asks, lazily flying beside you>Your grin widens, glad she shares your mind>With a grunt you pick a random direction, turn and start walking>Soon enough the two of you leave the refreshing chill outside for the pleasant warmth of another bar>You think it's a pegasus bar>You think>It could be a gay bar with all the rainbows>But there's clouds and bottled lightning for illumination, so you're pretty sure it's a pegasus bar>There's also the fact you're surrounded by pegasus and several feet above the ground>That could be a hint>You're too drunk to care>The two of you pull out chairs on the surrounding clouds just outside the building to sit>Being at the bar means quicker service but the fresh air is nice>You suck in a deep breath of it>It must have been deeper than you thought because Dash is back with drinks by the time you let it out>You cheers and put the bottoms up as the two of you chug through your nth round>"You know, Anon, this is nice- I mean, we hang out after work, but like, drinking is-""Drinking is better" You finish with a raise of yours to hers>She lets out that scratchy laugh you've come to enjoy and nods>The two of you let the orange fade to a deeper shade with a strip of crimson violet cresting the horizon as you drink in silence>It's a comfortable silence>You feel as normal sitting with Dash as you do sitting with yourself>Eventually the crack of a familiar game makes your ears twitch before Dash nudges you>"You play?" She asks, pointing a wing towards the window>You glance inside and your eyes widen at the sight of a pool table"Oh yeah" You say with a grin that feels smug but probably looks dopey>Grabbing your drinks, the two of you set up at the second table, nodding to the other game briefly>As you inspect the cues you test their weight>They're much thinner and shorter than what you're used to>But in your hooves, they feel the same as they did back home>You glance over at the other table and notice them using their wings as stabilizers>With a curious look, you inspect the tips of the cues furthers, they're much softer around the edges while keeping the hard tip>Must be to ensure least risk to the wings>"Alright, so me first yeah?" Dash quickly asks"Hey," your drunk brain is only just able to catch her before she steals the break, "hit to the middle, you should know that Dash">She scoffs and sighs>"Why? We both know I'm gonna win it anyway, so just lemme go first">Before she can stop you, you snatch the eight ball out of the set up and hold it away until she complies>With the table clear, she lines up the cue ball and prepares to take the shot and slams her cue into it
>>43094975"Way too hard" You mutter as you see it bounce from one end of the table to the other>"Was it though?" She asks in a tone that's too confident for your liking>Miraculously, after bouncing near half a dozen times, the ball stops just short of alignment with the middle pocket>You refuse to believe she did that on purpose>"So, still wanna try, or just let me go first?" You have to shake your head to stop focusing on how close her mouth is to your ear>Pushing her aside, renewing her giggles, you take a swig from your drink and line up your cue>You do your best to mimic Dash and the other pegasi>But it just doesn't feel right>Not enough resistance from your feathers>You grumble as you fumble the cue>"Dude, I thought you said you played" Dash remark"I do" You snip back as you glance between wing and hoof. "It's just... been a while">With a hum, you place the tip of the cue in the very tips of your right feathers, not left, like the other pegasi>Then your bring your left hoof under where cue meets feather, making the tiniest crevice that feels almost like a finger and digit>With a breath, you give the cue ball a softer touch>It drifts along the table, and you briefly hear Dash mutter "lame" under her breath, that goes quiet as the ball lazily sets itself perfectly in line with the center pockets>You say nothing, but your grin says a million things>"Yeah, yeah, nice fluke, just break">The game goes rather amusingly>You only tap the set balls, hardly breaking them>When Dash does a much more pronounced break, she fails to pocket any balls, but leaves you lines up to sink your first>It feels as though with each sunk ball you finish another drink>Or possibly more>As the drink flows from glass to veins you feel even more free than you first did when you took to the air>You forgot how addictive this feeling was>"You're draining those like a pony fresh from the desert" Some new voice says behind you>You turn and see one of the players from the next table turned to you>A shrug is your answer as you down the next>The pegasi is chocolate brown, heavy set, with bags under his eyes and some stubble>Already you can imagine him hollering at some sports game you don't know for a team you've never heard of"I just got chewed out by the princess, I want to drown my dreams to avoid her sister" You joke>"What in Tartarus did you do for that?">"This guy-" Dash's voice graces your ears as she slings a hoof around your shoulder, "saved a kid from the Everfree">"Why'd that earn him a chewin' out?" The pegasi asks with a scratch to his head>"Damn I wouldn't mind gettin' chewed out by Celestia" His much spindlier friend remarks as he cracks a ball off a rebound into a pocket>The brown pegasi guffaws and shakes his head. "Nah, it's Luna for me, my favourite shade of blue that one">Feeling your mind sway in your skull, the fact you're playing your own game happily slides drunkenly across the floor of your thoughts
>>43094976>With a turn, you analyse the table>Mostly trying to remember which set of balls are yours>"Try not to think too hard." Dash tries to whisper, loud enough for the entire bar to hear. "You'll hurt yourself.""I'm just thinking of your defeat, Dash." You say as you line up a shot>It won't pocket a ball, but it won't be a foul either>As your ball sails across the table, it bounces in a way you didn't expect, rebounds twice and sinks>You pump your hooves and do your best to fail at moonwalking on four hooves to take your next shot"Or maybe it's your dehooves, Dash-" Wait, she won't understand the wordplay, "nevermind, that doesn't work here.">"That was a fluke too." Dash snips with a glare"Was it though?" You tease as you line up another shot, with the right angle, you could get it, but you're took drunk>It hits>It sinks>Maybe being drunk makes you better"That. Was not a fluke." You smarm at the simmering mare>You fly around the table to ready your next shot>"Hey, what about you?" You turn towards the brown pegasi again"Huh?" You murmur, only to hear the cue ball knock>Damn it>You slipped and fouled>Now Dash has two>"Sorry 'bout that, but what about you, what princess do you like?">Double damn it>This feels like something common for stallions to have in mind>You just barely notice Dash stealing a glance at you as she prepares for her next shot>"Maybe you like that pink one up north, what's 'er name? Candy-something""I don't... really think about immortal princesses if I'm honest" You mutter out>The older stallion gives a deep guffaw>"Yeah, right, your marefriend's hoverin', I get it">You only hear Dash grumble, clearly not wanting to dignify the remark>Marefriend?>Huh>You don't immediately reel from the idea>That's something for sober you to consider"Actually, I just prefer her shade of blue over Luna's" You say, pointedly as you also point at the mare in question>Dash goes weirdly quiet at that>You were half expecting her to take the chance to gloat>Maybe she's just taking more time to think of her shot>While she's busy you finish off your next drink and get another>The stallion meanwhile gives a low whistle, and nudges you with a wink "Good save">With another clink of ball to pocket, they finish off their game and fly out the bar>Your first game finishes when Dash accidentally sinks the eight ball too early>Of course, she demands a rematch>Somehow, she does worse>The first ball of hers sunk, is sunk by you, accidentally>With a flurry of drinks, cracking shots and cracking jokes, the game goes by>You fully finish it off and win>Dash clearly wants another rematch, but she's also listing as she flies>It doesn't take much to convince her to rematch when you're both not seeing double>With a groan, the two of make your way out of the bar into the open night sky>The flight back is not as active as the flight in was>Dash is far less eager to show off tricks>That's not a complete lie
>>43094979>Only a partial one>She tries a backwards loop through the air>Like usual, you can't help but stare at the trick>Normally its sunlight catching her mane and tail in seven streaks of colour>Now, it's starlight and moonlight catching her colours>You didn't think a rainbow could get any prettier>Then again, you've never seen a rainbow at night>She lists and pulls wide about halfway through the loop, her wings not being able to hold and going flat at her side>Her yelp snaps you out of your staring and you dive to catch her before she can fall too far>The kick of adrenaline shakes off a lot of the alcohol>But not all of it>You're both awake enough to go the rest of the flight>Just not enough to enjoy it>You land outside your house and fiddle with your door>Admittedly, you were wary of the idea of having no locks>But the lack of keys does have its uses>The two of you step into your home>Without a word, Rainbow immediately rummages through your snack cabinet and eats a small chocolate oat bar you had>Some part of you wants to complain>Another reminds you that you specifically got extra with her in mind>The other part yells at you to go to bed>A yawn fills the silence of your home that slowly fades back to quiet"Good night, Dash">"Night, Anon">You head towards your bedroom, pausing as you hear the door shut, then the sound of someone flopping onto your couch>Going back into the room, you see Rainbow, half eaten bar in hoof, slowly going limp on your furniture>You should charge her per night at this rate>You sigh and shake your head>Just another problem for the you of tomorrow>Before retreating fully to your bedroom you go over and pull the blanket on the back of the couch over Dash>She snuggles into the fabric, relaxing more until the bar falls limply to the floor>Your stomach grumbles>Oh well>It's yours anyway>With a swift bite and pull of the wrapper, you eat the rest of the oat bar and head to your roomfigured it was about time to get back into this>last updated November>mfwhttps://ponepaste.org/10481#5557
>>43094983The king returns! This was such a great thing to wake up to.
>>43094983I woke up to peak, welcome back!
>>43094522Locking the two in a room could be pretty funny. As long as murder is off the table.
>>43094983Getting drunk with dashie and playing some pool is certainly a way to spend a day together and I love it
>>43094983Peak has returned!
>>43089396Win for both sides.
>>43095522>"I'm going out real quick Anon. Please watch the animals.""All right Aunt Fluttershy, but Angel is getting tied up.">"Please don't do that.""He stuck a carrot up my nose last time. I am not playing nice now.">Proceeds to get his butt kicked by the rabbit again.>Elmer Fudd life.
>Prince Annon's been back for a whole moon now.>Princess Celestia revealing she even had a sibling was a shock but just like the sudden and odd adoption of her niece, the staff accepted the colt>Minus the amnesia, clumsiness, lack of any magical ability, illiteracy, him not speaking any equestrian, the possibility that he might genuinely forget he has wings and a tail half the time he's quite a nice colt>Though he does have a habit of wandering around and looking at you like this
>>43094983Hell yeah. Still concentrated kino.
>>43096282>Prince Anon wandered the ever winding halls of Canterlot castle with only one objective on his mind. Chocky milk."You there, servant! If I am to remain within this realm I would like some chocolaty goodness not of the hentai variety. Chop, chop I am a prince after all.">The maid looked down at the small green of fluff initially with a perplexed expression as the new prince seemingly babbled nonsense before a light bulb went off.>"Ah prince Anon it does appear to be getting late, perhaps it is time to tuck you into bed, hm?""No you dumb whorse, let me spell this out. I. WANT. CHOCKY. MILK!" >Anon declared with a little stomp of his hoof>The maid could only chicle however>"My, someone seems awnry, let's get you to bed sweety! "Hey! Put me down you fat bitch, wait... NOOO!">Anon reeed violently as he was taken to his bed chambers, held aloft within the maid's magical grasp
>>43094466>"Dash, no. You should talk to someone who knows what to do.">Twilight had more to say, but she stops.>Rarity readjusted her hat during the silence.>"From what I've heard from Sweetie Belle the lad is rather withdrawn at school. Well more aptly, finds a cloud to sit on and read. Given the descriptions of the books, they were probably found at the old castle. Must have brought them home to study.">Applejack points a hoof at that information.>"M'ah sis said the same thing. Good gosh, that colt was playing under our noses the whole time.""Wait, you were asking about my kid?">"Not directly, Sugarcube. Just brought up when I asked Applebloom about her classmates. She gets picked on a lot about the lack of a cutie mark and it really chews her up.""My colt wouldn't do that.">"No, he just got his head in the clouds.">Frown at that jab.>"Seems Scootaloo has a crush on him though.">You doubt that.>Twilight stops tapping her chin.>"So while I still think you should take him to an actual foal psychologist, I would be open for us to get to know him more. Like some one on one time. We all get to know him. Though I suppose Fluttershy and you don't need to do that.""Assuming we don't have to flee the country after talking to Princess Celestia.">"True.">"I would love to foal-sit Anon! We'll play games, make games, then play those games, invite others over to play those games we made. Until we lose The Game. It'll be a great time!""Pinkie. Just don't go overboard.">"Aye-aye captain.">When was she wearing an eye-patch?>Rarity raises an eyebrow at Twilight.>"While a lovely idea, I don't really have time to just look after a rambunctious colt. No offense, Rainbow. Also I see Applejack would just make him work in the apple fields.">"Hey now, a little hard work wouldn't hurt him.">"Working hard isn't the issue here.">Twilight actually looks disappointed.>"Well it was just an idea. I wouldn't mind spending time with him though.""So you can pick his brain on what he found out from those ancient tomes?">She has the decency to look embarrassed.>"Well, I am interested in that too.">Typical egghead."I got train tickets for us to go to Canterlot. We'll catch up on that idea afterwards. Anon is at school right now. Should be getting his homework material to make up for missing.">Twilight clops her hooves.>"Oh good! I hope he has fun with that on the train trip.">Fun?>Yeah, sure.>Pinkie slides over a saddlebag to you.>"Remember to write when you're fugitives in the countryside! I prepared apple muffins in there.">Fluttershy sighs sadly, she doesn't seem to like the joke.>"I'll get my song birds to help send telegram messages.>Never mind, she still has a funny bone.>Gets Pinkie to giggle snort."I'll see you girls later. I got a train to catch and a boy to gather.">"See you Dashie! We'll miss you!">As you leave, you think you see Spike running up to Twilight with golden tickets.>Not sure if that's important.
>>43096761>The GameYou motherfucker! And I was doing so well too...
>>43096761Love reading this, keep up the good work!
>>43094983>>43096584>>43096761Nothing like seeing greens to brighten your day. Thanks Anons!
>>43096226Normally I'd say losing to a bunny is a low point, but Angel is an exception.
>>43096584Only good colts get coco milk.
Bump for our boy.
>>43097357Harry would break it up if it got serious.
>>43096823Pinkie is a tricky one. Never trust her.
>>43094983Damn, I was really hoping for them to finally cuddle or something. Waiting for Dash and Anon to do something intimate is really stressing me out. Good update, though. Im looking forward to more.>>43096761Cant wait for Anon to hang out with the other mane 6 especially Twi and Pinkie.
>>43098425I'd trust Pinkie to be a reliable friend. Unpredictable, but reliable.
>>43096761>Mares are absolutely adorable.>You're watching your teacher, Ms. Cheerilee give you your homework.>Be Anon Dash, in school right now.>Earth pony mares make your heart melt when you watch them work.>While a unicorn or pegasus will use their extra limbs for magic for tool use, an earth pony usually doesn't.>Magnet hooves are a thing, but they will still do very horsey things.>Cheerilee's muzzle is covered in multi-colored chalk.>"All right Anon, that should be all the homework to make up for missing class. First day of school after saving the world and you're already leaving.""Princess Celestia wants to see me. I think you covered all the subjects.">Stuff papers into your saddlebags.>"While you're in Canterlot, could you find out about tour guide visits? Just in case a field trip is in the works. I'm not promising anything.">Pause at that.>A field trip?>Like the one when they went to the royal gardens and found Discord's statue?"Oh. Sure. I'll try.">Would not visiting that mean he doesn't get released?>It was the Cutie Mark Crusaders arguing that made cracks appear on the statue.>No arguments, no break out.>Serious doubt about that, but 'what if' hangs on your mind.>If Discord isn't let out, what happens?>"Anon, you got that million question stare going again. Don't want your mother asking where you are do you?""Sorry Ms. Cheerilee.">She rolls her eyes with an amused smile.>"Go on now. I'll expect a report on your findings young colt.">Cheerilee gives you a pat on the head and releases you from school.>Recess is still going on.>Might get pranked if you want outside.>Not that you're personally targeted, it happens to everyone.>Except Diamond Tiara.>Think about flying out the window.>Naw, you'll just take the brunt of it if it happens.>Still need to pick up a few things before meeting up with Dash.>Open the door.>Nothing happens.>The most of the class are at the playground.>Except a few.>Speaking of the devil, there she is.>"Good, she finally let you go.""Diamond. Come to see me off before I'm thrown into the dungeons?">She actually teeters at that.>"Didn't actually consider that possibility. You really know how to throw off a scene.">Yeah, she was trying something."Well say your word with me.">The pink bully considers something for a moment.>"It'll wait. However, you better see me right when you come back.">Give her a flat look."Do I look like Silver Spoon to you?">That earns a 'hey' from said filly.>"I'll make it worth your while.">Oh hell no, you don't like manipulative 'I've got my eyes on you' Diamond.>Saying no outright will either make her mad, or make her even more determined.>A headache is what this is.>Maybe she'll lose interest by the time you get back.>Yesterday's heroes, yesterday's news."We'll see what happens.">"Get a cutie mark while you can, it'll look better for the both of us.">Flap your wings and fly up."Can't rush perfection.">Take off from school.
>>43099022Bro's concerned with saving the world and DT is concerned with idiotic playground politics.Then again, that is her world.
>>43099022I don't know what DT is planning, but it's going to be something retarded.
>>43099022Oh man can't wait to see how he deals with Celestia and Luna's questions and lord knows what else between hehe.>>43099408Retarded but cute unless her mom's involved in anyway currently.
>>43099022>"Get a cutie mark while you can, it'll look better for the both of us."does DT have a crush on Anon Dash?
>>43099524No. She's after status.Maybe he's cute.
>>43099524That's how I interpreted it, yeah. DT trying to play it cool and even demanding he find a mark so that her coltfriend isn't a Blank Flank.
>>43099549need this with DT
>>43099833No, thanks. It's hot with Scoots, but would be terrible with Tiara.
>>43099524Or she's trying to exploit him. Remember this is early stage DT we're talking about.
>9
>>43099528And a colt who was involved in the whole Nightmare thing does promise status.
>>43099833That mare needs to calm down.
>>43100346
>>43099022>First, get your deposit check from the bank.>Going to cash that in a bank in Canterlot.>Second, get a disguise.>Go with a classic.>A realistic horse face like the good old mlp con days.>Third and finally, snacks for the train ride.>Finally, ready for this tea showdown with Princess Celestia.>Land at the train station just as Dash arrives."Hi! Can't even tell you're hurt the way you're flying.">Dash lightly lands.>"Ain't nothing to it. Got your homework?""Yup. Going to finish it on the train ride. Just to get it out of the way.">She looks slightly disappointed, but it quickly vanishes.>"Hey it doesn't always have to be about work you know. Want to have fun while we're there?""In case we're thrown in jail and we spend our last happy sun faced moments in bliss?">"Just say yes kid.""Yes mom.">She snorts with a pleased, if annoyed, huff."Ms. Cheerilee asked me to look into places for a field trip. Want to hit up the Wonderbolt's camp? I think that would be fun.">Rainbow smiles at that idea.>"You wouldn't mind going back to it if she agrees to make it a field trip? Cause I sure wouldn't.">A giant grin from you answers her question.>Have a few moments before the train allows passengers on.>Quiet, peaceful, ready to be ruined.>"Rainbow Dash! Rainbow Dash.">Rarity?>Why is she here?>Huffing and puffing her way to the platform.>Rarity takes deep breaths before the red drains from her cheeks.>"Thank goodness. I caught you two.">"What's up? Did something happen?">"By any chance did you bring something to wear for your meeting with the Princesses?">...>Both mom and you just stare at her blankly."Rainbow, when do the train doors open?">"Not soon enough.">"Don't give me that!">Rarity pulls out a complete wardrobe from behind her.>"You have to look your best. Especially you, young Anon. Going through a lady's journal is bad enough, but the Princesses! If there is a slim chance that dressing well for the occasion saves your life then we must take it.">Oh God she has that fire in her eyes."Ms. Rarity, while you make excellent dresses. What I would need is a tailor, and time. Time we don't have to make a good outfit.">She starts to pout, but you hold firm.>"Don't doubt my ability, young colt. I came prepared.">That sing songy tone makes you gulp.>"Tada! Quickly, behind the dressing curtain.""No, no, no! Help!">Yoinked from the safety of Dash's hooves, all she could do was watch in horror as the dress demon claimed you.>"Right there, don't fidget. Hmm, might have miscalculated on the pants sized. Should we ditch it? This might be a little tight darling. Fluff out the cuff. Hat for absolute style.">Emerge from the black hole of her grasp.>Gasping for air.>Look down at what you've been assaulted with.>Gay ass fruity suit.>Dash is holding her face, trying to not laugh at you.>Glare with all the tiny rage you can muster.>"Now your turn Rainbow Dash.">Dash flies up.>"I'll pass.">"I insist."
>>43100988Turnabout is foal play.
>>43099936it could potentially be both? a genuine crush smothered by her overbearing parents warping it into her wanting to exploit him?
>>43101580More so the mom. Filthy seems ok.
>>43101856Yeah, it's 100% the mother.
>>43094971This is such a good pic. I always love seeing it.
>>43101349Carlos!
>>43102204>"Couldn't even woo a colt at school. Can't you do anything right?""I'm trying mother. He won't accept an upfront confrontation. Too smart for that, and not easily cowed.">'Tch'.>"Are you at least trying anything else since you aren't capable of speech then? Swish your tail more.""M-mom please.">"You're right. He won't even look. Here. A cucumber. Practice on that.""What do I do with this?">"Maybe he'll show interest if you have some kind of talent. It was my backup plan for your father, but it wasn't necessary.">Gross.
>>43063783>You instinctively deliver a barrage of gentle headpats to try and calm her.>There's no denying that Derpy has a point.>How DO you know things won't go belly up again?>The hard truth is you don't, and neither does anypony else.>Twilight could change her mind about "friendship" and blast you both into oblivion.>Tirek could rise from Tartarus and wipe out the entire country.>Princess Celestia could succumb to the very insecurities that transformed her sister into Nightmare Moon.>C'mon, Anon! For all that is holy, try to stay positive.>Do it for her."No matter what happens-" You wipe the hair from her face and smile. "-I'll always be here for you.">Derpy slowly raises her head.>Your eyes meet once again, but this time you notice something strange.>There's a twinkle of some kind, burning brightly in each of her pupils.>"I'll be here for you too, Anon." She wipes the snot from her snoot. "Through the good muffins, *hic* and the bad." >That's all a stallion wants to hear from his special somepony.>You lean in to start another kiss, but Derpy beats you to it.>*SMOOOOOCH*>This kiss is far more passionate than usual.>It's like her lips are directly flooding your heart with fresh waves of love and hope.>The former is familiar of course, but the latter is almost alien.>*SHIIIIIIIIING*>"Anon, your coat! It's all sparkly!">Derpy gasps and points to your shimmering hide."Yours too! What the buck?!">You point at Derpy's coat, which is also twinkling with a magic aura.>Suddenly you're both engulfed by a blinding light.>The unfolding chaos is strong enough to rattle the bathroom door.>*SLAM*>The door glows purple and practically flies off its hinges.>"What in the name of Celestia is going on in here?!">Twilight gallops into the bathroom in full panic mode, frantically looking around the room for some kind of trouble.>The two of you remain silent as the magic gradually fades, returning the bathroom to its original state.>Twilight raises a hoof to speak, but words refuse to pass her opened lips.>You look Derpy over and sigh with relief."Lookin' good, babe.">Derpy catches her reflection in the cracked mirror and excitedly whinnies.>Words cannot describe how much you missed seeing this cheerful side of her.
>>43102696kek
>>43102730>"OF COURSE! IT ALL MAKES SENSE NOW!">Twilight's outburst of excitement practically knocks you on your ass."Wh-">You try to respond but Twilight instantly poofs out of existence."Did we do something weird?" Derpy scratches her head."Beats me." You shrug.>The excited unicorn poofs back into the bathroom clinging a blue book with her magic.>"This is so exciting!" Twilight begins flipping through the pages. "I've never seen hopeless magic before!">"Hopeless wha-?" Derpy struggles to understand.>Twilight offers no answers, and begins poking and prodding Derpy with strange tools conjured out of thin air."Twilight-" You interject.>Derpy is beginning to squirm uncomfortably in her seat.>"Anoooooonnnnnnn-!" Derpy cries out."Twilight that's enough!">Your blood begins to boil.>Twilight pulls out some kind of medieval torture device and sticks it into Derpy's hide.>The panicked Pegasus utters a neigh of pain and falls from her stool.>That does it."ENOOOOOOOOOUGH!">You shove the purple pony without even thinking.>Twilight squeaks with surprise as she is sent tumbling into the common room.>*CRASH*>The nearby bookshelves violently shake, raining dozens of books onto the poor unicorn."Oh bits.">You quickly gallop out of the bathroom and try to dig out Twilight."I-I'm sorry Twilight, really!" You unearth the mare's head. "It's just-">You pause as Twilight sniffles and tries to avoid eye contact.
>>43102735Hopeless magic? What a despondent mare.
>>43102735Anon fucks up again by having an overreaction. Ouch.
>>43100988>Sitting in your train seats with Dash.>Both of you are wearing some real fru fru nonsense.>Dash has a feather hat that is brushing up against the ceiling.>Don't know what is going on with that rump extender thing, but she can barely sit in her seat.>The pants hurt your balls.>Rarity, what the hell were you thinking?>Sometimes you forget ponies can be real spazes.>"We just left the boundaries of Ponyville.">Immediately, both Dash and you tear the suffocating clothes off of you.>Clothes spill all over the seat, into the aisle, and into the neighboring seats.>"Anon, get this thing off of me. I can't reach the laces.">Why does she have a corset?>Wings pop out the moment the straight jacket is released."What do we do with this? I don't have the luggage space.">Panting from nearly passing out, Dash shakes her head.>"If I could dump this off at a thrift store I would. I'm putting this in our guest bedroom and 'forgetting' it there.""I'm just happy she didn't have her makeup kit as well.">Dash proceeds to attempt the miracle of stuffing it under the seat.>You on the other hand.>Er, hoof.>Take out your school materials.>Books and papers lay out in the seat in front of you.>You really miss being human.>But there is no way you could learn what are now.>Adult you would just fail to learn this stuff.>Pony runes for math and literature.>Makes sense for you now, you're a young colt with a sponge for a brain.>They were nonsense back when you watched the show.>Now they make sense.>Apples means apples.>Trust me, it makes sense.>Thankfully having adult human knowledge carries over.>So this primary school stuff is a breeze.>Best of both worlds.>"It's crazy just how fast you write. Do you even look in the back of the book for answers?">Look up at mom, who is watching you with curious intent.>"Been a while since I've seen you do the stuff.">She pauses as a thought pass through her noggin.>"Now that I think about it, you've never asked for help with your homework.">Scrunch up your nose as you try to remember."Guess I haven't. That's going to change when we go over Pegasi history. This is more general stuff.">Back to your material.>The train ride should give you plenty of time to finish this.>Flip through the right pages, quickly scan, then answer the questions.>One thing you found interesting is that pegasi brains and human brains understand trigonometry in very similar ways.>Human throws good, pegasi fly to destination good.>"I'm trying to pinpoint the exact time my colt turned into an egghead. You read through this stuff like greased lightning.""Can you grease lightning?">"Sure if you make rainbows sticky.">What?>Ok sure.>When was that a thing?>"Do you still have that strange fruit? The stuff that I ate that night?""The fruit from the Harmony Tree? Going to have to bring that up to Princess Celestia. Yeah, I still have some. Not a lot.">Dash looks a little concerned.>"Have you been eating it?"
>>43103508"Yeah, after I figured out it was safe.">Casually mention that as you read your book.>"You can't be serious.">Look up to see Dash actually looks mad.>"That stuff was burning me up inside. You've been doping yourself with this!?""I didn't eat a whole fruit, or several like you did. I had a tiny sliver.">"You. You! Anon Dash, what were you thinking!?">She's raising her voice.>Oh boy, can you pacify this situation?"Like I said, it was tested. I was not going to just shove it down because it looked tasty. I'm not reckless.">That last part is a lie.>Dash snorts at that.>"I would believe you, until I found out you had been adventuring out into the Everfree Forest this whole time. You're as reckless as I am.">Well she ain't wrong.>"Still, you've never come home hurt.""Hey I fly fast. Just like you. Nimble and quick.>Being a Dash has saved your bacon.>"Anon. Why didn't you tell me?">Aw man, she sounds hurt.>"Every one of those visits could have ended with you hurt, or worse. You didn't just sneak behind my back, but every time you left your grandparents home, or Fluttershy, you went straight into there.">That last part makes you gulp.>"What? What was that?""I bribed her animals to help me. I gave them some food and they helped me get through the forest.">Dash smacks her face, dragging down her eyelids dramatically.>"You're double grounded.">She then looks at the outfit stuffed under the seat."Please don't make me wear that.">"You're going to be very presentable for the Princesses."
>>43103611Anon's gonna have to maintain a firm upper lip in Canterlot.
>>43103611really hyped for the sunbutt meeting
>>43103796I'm personally waiting for the Luna meeting. Will she still hold some animosity to Anon or will she try to move on?
>>43103810I think she'll try to move on. As it was shown later in the show, Luna beats herself for the whole Nightmare thing hard enough already.
>>43103796I'm waiting for Celly to troll Anon somehow.
>Evening has once again descended upon Ponyville>A rare quiet one at that, beyond the sounds of birds chirping away in the trees, the sounds of hooves clip-clopping as Ponies make their way home or to the various restaurants and such to while away the hours, work blissfully in the proverbial rear view mirror>You would be joining them usually - the karaoke bar that recently opened on Whitetail Road has been calling your name, but the week's just been far too busy to make an appearance>Unfortunately, your saddlebags have just a teensy bit too much weight for that just yet>One more delivery to be made before it's time for fun>Speaking of calling your name, what is it, anyway?>Why, (You)'re the Sultan of Soirees>The Countess of Celebrations>The Dame of Disco>That's right, (You) are Pinkie Pie>With a pronk in your step and a content smile on your face, you make your way to the last destination on your delivery route>The Carousel Boutique!>Rarity specifically prefers her order of blueberry eclairs to be delivered late like this>One part that generous nature of hers letting everyone else get their treats first>Another part claiming that something sweet just perfectly hits the spot after a long day of sewing>A sentiment you can absolutely agree with!>You've got several cupcakes waiting to reward you for your own hard work waiting at Sugarcube Corner>But again, first, seeing to your friend>It wouldn't be much of a faux paus to barge right into Rarity's home slash place of business, given your relationship>But you are here on business yourself, so you dutifully rap your hoof on the door to announce yourself>You're just so excited to see Rarity though you can't help but shriek and toss some confetti stashed in your mane into the air when she opens the door"ECLAIR DELIVERY!">To your dear friend's credit she's only momentarily stunned by the burst of noise before composing herself>"Excellent timing, darling! I had just powered down my sewing machine and put my needles up for the night. Please, do come in.">Rarity opens the door wider and steps aside to allow you entry, which you oblige"Mhm! Sugarcube Delivery prides itself on our timing! That and our quality baked goods!">To be honest you kind of just wandered around town aimlessly throughout the past few hours>Your patented Pinkie Sense gave you a good drumming whenever it felt it was about the right time to lighten your saddlebags load>It all seemed to work out though, so you weren't going to complain!>Digging your nose into your saddlebag, you balance the paper box on your snout before setting it down on Rarity's kitchen counter"Ta-da! One batch of super yummyrific eclairs!">Rarity joins you in the kitchen, using her magic to open the box and take one of the treats to daintily nibble on. True to form, she offers you one as well, and it would just be rude to say no!
>>43104259>The expression of delight on your friend's face is enough to get you grinning ear to ear before you take a bite yourself>You baked them yourself, after all, and knowing they're adored is almost as filling as eating them yourself>"Divine as always, Pinkie! You never disappoint. By the by, if you don't mind me asking, are you doing something new with your mane?">Unceremoniously, you toss the offered eclair into the air and catch it with your mouth, where it vanishes almost immediately>You get a brief taste of blueberry before it's banished to the void that is your tummy>At Rarity's question, you take a brief peek at your reflection in one of the unicorn's many conveniently placed mirrors>Your reflection tips you a playful wink as you reach with your hooves to tease at your mane>It is a bit different>The big poofy curls are almost completely deflated>Normally a cause for concern, but it still bends in wild directions at the ends>Not full on depression-mode, though you can't fault others for assuming such>Just... relaxed>Calm>It's usually a foreign feeling, something you only really engage with for a few minutes in the morning before you fully wake up and remember all the super fun and fantastic things you have planned for the day>But the entire town's been feeling a welcome malaise for the past week"I wouldn't say I'm doing anything specific! It's just... kind of happening.">"Oh, just a natural phenomenon, then? Nothing to do with a certain stallion?">You toy with your at ease mane, coiling some of it around your hoof as you consider the cause:>One Pegasi whose calming vibes were so strong that even an entire village wasn't safe from chilling out:>Gale Incognito, Fluttershy's younger brother (Anon to his friends, which you're pleased as punch to count yourself as!)>The Pegasus had come to town to visit family after several years of estrangment>Though certain... complications regarding her coltfriend(?) had swiftly made it go from a family visit to a vacation in the Chaos Capital of Equestria>As the Premier Party Pony of the town and a One-Pony Welcoming Committee, you were happy to introduce Gale to your beloved town>Introducing him to the best Sugarcube had to offer>A tour of the eclectic shops (he took to the idea of Quills and Sofas a lot quicker than the usual visitor)>Even a walkthrough of Twilight's shiny new castle, where you only got lost eight times! A new record!>Circumstances led to you chaperoning Gale for most of the week>It was fascinating to see how his vibe radiated through the town>Just a few days in and the hustle and bustle of Ponyville had calmed down entirely>A bugbear had broken into the Town Square around Day Four and was so taken with everyone not screaming and panicking that it just... chilled out>By the time it eventually returned to the Everfree, Daisy, Roseluck, and Lily had braided its' fur with several dozen of their flowers
>>43104261>You wondered briefly if it let them do that because half of it was a bee and bees loved flowers>Before you could get too lost in thought (or even moreso than you already were), you felt eyes on you and realized Rarity was staring at you with the most coy expression she could muster>Apparently you had been reminiscing about Anon for way too long (over 1500 characters, wow!) without answering her>And that had given her ideas>"My my my, darling, I think that's the longest I'd heard you gone without a peep. Was I on the money about you perhaps being taken with our latest visitor?">An exaggerated scoff erupted from your muzzle>"Rarity, hey, come on now. Gale's been real fun to hang out with, but... geez...">You really hadn't met many ponies like Gale before>The closest comparison you could make was your beloved sister Maud>Though Gale wasn't quite as stoic as her>He had a quiet, unshakeable confidence>Not concerned with being the center of attention but with a passion that made it easy to get eyes on him if he wanted>Even boring things like listening to him and Twilight discuss cloud maintenance and identification had kept your attention just through the sheer magnetism of his passion for the subject>Granted, you could absolutely listen to Maud talk about geology for hours for the same reason>"Don't protest too much now, dear. He is a fine young stallion, after all. And pickings are slim in this little town, aren't they?">That was true...>Most of the stallions in Ponyville were either taken, like Time Turner or Mr. Cake>Or simply not really your type like Caramel or Big Mac"Why not pursue him yourself then? You seem pretty keen on him, y'know!">Rarity simply tittered at that>"Why darling, it would be uncouth to just butt in like that! After all, I'm not the one who spent the past week attached to him by the hip, am I? It's polite to let you have your turn.">As you consider her take, you can't help but feel the tips of your ears starting to radiate heat>You don't need to peek at yourself in the mirror to know that your face is starting to turn red"I... I think you've given me a bit to think about, Rarity. Enjoy your eclairs, okay?"
>>43104263"Ta ta, dear! Remember, don't hesitate too much - a handsome bachelor like that doesn't stay a bachelor long in Ponyville, after all!">With an awkward laugh you retreat from the Boutique>You do your best thinking down in your Party Cave>With a strawberry colored mane, a buttery coat, and the worst case of anxiety this side of Applewood, (You) couldn't be anyone else but Fluttershy>And with a deep sigh, you plop down on your favorite couch>The past week has been a bit hectic to say the least>You've enjoyed seeing your baby brother again>But you haven't enjoyed seeing this side of your potential beau, Discord>He's been trying to convince you some nonsense about how your brother isn't "canon">Whatever that means>And it's made sharing time with him and your family difficult>You think you've made some headway with the Draconequus though>He certainly seemed to agree to ease off with the argument, if only to let you enjoy the last few days of Gale's visit>So long as nothing else gets in the way, you should be able to happily see him off with a nice picnic>Naturally, it's at this point that Pinkie Pie's head erupts out of one of your cabinets>Eyes wide, expression manic>You share a moment of awkward silence with your friend before she suddenly screeches>"FLUTTERSHY I THINK I WANT TO KISS YOUR BROTHER">Oh, crumbs
>>43103810speaking of Luna, I hope Anon presents the idea of her getting out into Equestria as quick as possible instead of just at Nightmare Night so that ponies can get used to her and she can get used to them without misunderstandings this time
>>43104266good shit, welcome back
>>43104266Discord isn't going to like OC x Canon shipping.
My thanks to all the writefags! these greens are all so good. Anonstallions just keep winning!
>>43103611As I write this story, Anons I have a question. If Discord doesn't get out, what are the repressions of that? He's been involved in a lot of stories.
>>43104839I think the biggest thing is that Tirek is a magnitude weaker, because he isn't able to absorb Discord's Chaos magic. Twilight's key also has to be earned in a completely different way. MAYBE the Library survives because they don't waste time sitting on their hooves thinking Discord is going to solve the problem for them?
>>43104839feel like it'd be kind of a dick move of our little Canonsperg Anondash if he left Discord in stone despite knowing he would get a chance at Redemption & Friendship™ later. that doesn't sound very Harmonious of him… maybe he's too afraid of fucking up his version of Return of Harmony or maybe I'm just biased because I think Discord is fun
Up.
>>43104839He won't befriend Fluttershy and won't be able to save the day when Chrysalis steps into the ring for round two.
>>43105816Chrysalis getting a round 2 was ponies holding the idiot ball really hard.
>>43104266This story makes me want to come inside Rarity('s boutique and join in on the gossip. Afterwards, I wouldn't mind cumming inside her ponut, it's less used and less disgusting than her Rarussy).
The rival Anon got me thinking, what would a rival Anon be like for the other girls? Easy to guess with Dash and Applejack, and Rarity to an extent, but Pinkie doesn't seem the type to have that kind of rivalry going and Fluttershy is Fluttershy
>>43105927We saw Pinkie's rival. It was Weird Al. Whole episode about it.
>>43104839>no befriending Fluttershy>Tirek gets captured because he doesn't get sent after him and betray the ponies>even if Tirek doesn't get captured he'll be weaker cause no Discord magic to succ>potentially no Twilicorn because of that theory that Celestia was using Discord's magic where he could remove and add horns and wings to make Twilight an alicornthat last one, of course, doesn't hold much water because of Can't Dance
>>43105927with Dash you'd have a Lightning Dust equivalent, maybe the mad lad would even start the Shadowbolts for realApplejack is obvious, just have a rival farmer, though maybe he could specialize in vegetables instead of fruitRarity could be an Anon that specializes in clothing for the other species instead of ponies, griffons, minotaurs, that sort of thing, maybe he even works with leather so ponies see him as kind of sinisterlike >>43106033 said, Pinkie's rival is Weird Al, you can't top Weird AlI think an interesting rival for Fluttershy could be a sort of Everfree Warden, he could be a bit harsher with animals to keep them in line which Fluttershy might not like
>>43104266here's hoping Pinkie gets an elcair delivery of her own soonand by eclair, I mean penis
>>43106301>Twilight never becomes an alicorn>School of Friendship never exists>Library never gets destroyed>Glimmer stays in her nazi village>"everycreature"slop never materializes>You get to marry Twilight and watch her grow into an Ultra Unicorn like Starswirl the Bearded>Ponyville never has to worry about being destroyed or invadedI see this as an absolute win.
>>43106346>School of Friendship never existsThis is by far the biggest selling point.
>>43106346Anon would never allow Glimmer to keep doing what she's doing in Our Town. Those poor ponies don't deserve it.
>>43106346>no glimmer>no schoolwhat should have been
>>43106346Wonder how Opaline situation will go down.
>>43106803Not at all.Because she doesn't exist.
>>43106803>g5>implying it exists
>>43106879We all have to live with the shitty canon the writers gave us. Does Anon have it in him to kill her?
>>43077732anonmare better, faggot
>>43106803Kept as a >Rape slave
>>43106573Starlight will have obviously adopted her own unicorn anon who steered her away from her commune so she can fill his head with magic. Mostly by being a little shit
>>43106033>>43106303I actually did forget about Cheese, my bad. I forget he was portrayed that was since I hardly watch anything past season 4. All I knew for sure about him is he shot at least 1 load into Pinkie
>>43106803Implying G% has to exist, she'll either stay away or get BTFO because Celestia and Luna are still in chargeOr ||Anon goes into a blood rage seeing anything G% and rips her throat out with his teeth||
>>43106803Implying G% has to exist, she'll either stay away or get BTFO because Celestia and Luna are still in chargeOr Anon goes into a blood rage seeing anything G% and rips her throat out with his teeth
>>43107120>>43107125did you really have to double post?
>>43107165I am a retard and didn't delete my shame in time
>>43106895>We all have to live with the shitty canon the writers gave usNo, we don't. Also, if we're to assume that G5 is a thing, Anon might just nuke Equestria in its entirety since it wouldn't make a difference in the end.
>>43106895>pegasi need magic to flythat was the single worst part of the g5 canon
>>43103611>Finished your homework just as you arrived at the Canterlot train station.>Dash is still peeved with you.>Honestly, you understand why.>You're a terrible child.>She was a teenage mom that was expecting to deal with a colt that wanted ice cream, and got in trouble with horseplay with other colts.>Instead, the nonsense you do would flabbergast most.>Lie to her face.>Do incredibly dangerous stuff behind everyone's back.>Make weapons.>They don't need to know about that last part.>When you got your allowance, a normal colt would have bought candy.>You bought a share in Filthy Rich's Barnyard Store when it was just a small shack.>Wonder if Filthy knows about that.>Rainbow Dash and you get off the train station and see a royal guard waiting for you.>"Mrs. Rainbow Dash?">Dash rolls her eyes.>"Just Ms. Dash if you really want to be formal. I'd rather you call him Rainbow Dash.">He looks down at you, then to her.>"Very well. I'm here to escort you to the castle.">Walking through Canterlot is a real experience.>Show did not do justice just how much this place is the crown jewel of Equestria.>Little wonder unicorns here are so haughty."So what's your name?">"Royal Guard.""That's also a royal guard.">"Correct.">Resist the urge to ask if he was the result of eugenics."Bet you're really good at blocking attacks at the last moment.">That gets him to look down at you with a smirk.>"Actually yes. My favorite thing to do.">Dash stops literally hovering over you and lands.>"Do any work with the Wonderbolts?">"No. They're often busy with their own business. Maybe we'll do a search and rescue if one of the princesses go missing.">Notice ponies are looking as you pass by.>Royal guard treatment would get you noticed.>You're on the look out for particular ponies.>Sadly, you don't see any familiar faces.>What you don't see is anything other than ponies.>Until you got closer to the castle.>Like playing a game of 'Where's Waldo', you spot Twilight Velvet.>Unicorn MILF just strolling down the street with grocery saddle bags.>Really want to flag her down.>Sadly, as soon as you see her, she turns down another street and vanishes.>Oh well.>Then something special happens.>She does a double back.>Double taking in your direction.>Velvet stops, looks down at a news paper she's carrying.>Then back up at you with a jaw dropped.>Waved politely at her.>Newspaper has her daughter on the front page, with Dash and you alongside her.>"Kiddo, don't wave at strangers. It's rude.">Come on mom!>Dash pushes you along faster.>Reach the gates with your heart a little sadder.>Royal Guard salutes the guards at the gate and lets you pass.>"I'm going to bring you to Ms. Raven and she'll get you set up with a schedule to meet the Princesses. Afterwards, I'll show you to your room. Then you can have fun as you see fit.""Don't need to escort us everywhere right?">"Correct.">Maybe Dash will still be up for the Wonderbolt Museum.
>>43107451How’s is that not true in G4?
>>43107479>Sitting across the table from Ms. Raven.>Her mane is in a professional bun, but still rebellious.>Must be all the hard work of adding a new princess is putting on her.>She is looking over a journal with several mystical locks on it.>The most protected possession she has.>Schedule Book.>"There are a few meetings Princess Celestia already has.""What about Princess Luna?">Raven looks up from her book.>"She's not taking ponies yet.">Dash taps the desk.>"I thought we were summoned.">"You were, Ms. Dash. Princess Celestia is allowing you some flexibility to see her.">Raise your hoof again.>"Yes, young colt?""Can we meet for breakfast?">Raven raises an eyebrow.>"No. That is her personal time.">Dang, really want to try her pancakes.>As Dash and Raven look over the schedule, a letter drops into the mailbox next to the desk.>Raven pulls it out.>"Hmm, 'Breakfast is fine'.">Oh shit, she's listening in!>"Well that's interesting. Very well then, Rainbow Dash, Anon Dash, this means you will have to get up early to meet her.">Dash groans at that.>"Really!? Fine. I was hoping to sleep in a little. Why breakfast, Anon?">Raven answers her as she is writing it on the schedule.>"Well given that one of the diaries we had to confiscate off him belongs to Princesses Celestia; your son probably knows she makes her own breakfast.">"So? I can make my own too.">Taking off her glasses, Raven looks Dash straight in the eye.>"Ms. Dash. Take the breakfast. It is to die for. At the moment, I am intensely jealous.">Rainbow slouches in her seat, then a thought makes her sit up straight.>"I'd like chocolate waffles, whip cream on top as well. Apple cider if you have any.">"Ms. Dash, this isn't a drive thru.">"I will get up as early as you want me too for those chocolate waffles and apple cider.">Raven looks down at you, with the expression of 'you're both trouble' then jots in down in the notes."Yes!">Pump your hooves in victory.>"Royal Guard will show you to your room, enjoy your stay in Canterlot.">Canter on out of her office.>"You're still going to wear the outfit from Rarity.""Fine, but I'm not going to spare it from syrup stains."
>>43107556I'm pretty sure Celestia wasn't just listening in. She observed Anon closely the whole time.
>>43107479>>43107556Always a good green when new background ponies get introduced and named. The conversation about breakfast is really cute too
For anyone interested, I’ve updated Anon Kirin. Sorry it took so long these last couple of months have been pretty crazy. I won’t be posting it in the thread tonight because I’m tired and don’t feel like fighting the captcha the whole time.I hope you all enjoy it, and I’d love to hear what you think.https://ponepaste.org/10815
>>43108427WOO! Been trying to convinced myself you weren't just fucking dead somewhere.
>>43108427Welcome back, writefriend.
>>43107483the difference, to me, is that in G4, pegasi naturally fly, it's there magic that allows them to manipulate weather, that's it, having their biology tied to magic is retarded, G% turned pegasi into chickens, or ostriches, flightless birds with useless wings, and like everything in G% sucks and is a downgrade
>>43107479>>43107556this is getting really good, all the little details, the jokes, the implications of how closely Celestia is potentially observing him, it's all amazing
>>43108427Nice, welcome back Anon! Hope you get some rest!
>It's unfortunate, but every so often traffic in the candy shop is low>Sometimes Ponies just aren't in the mood for gumdrops and taffy>And that's fine, sometimes it's just like that>The slow pace of customers is enough to get your marefriend whining in your ear about taking the rest of the afternoon off though>And as always, Lyra is persistent enough to wear you down>(You) are Bon Bon>At the moment anyway, there hasn't been much noise from S.M.I.L.E that requires your alter ego's attention>And Ponyville has been blissfully content for the past week>That's enough to get you outdoors and enjoying a lovely stroll around the village with Lyra>Trading gossip and playful boops when there aren't any foals around to witness you being coy>Your flirting pauses though as you notice a bit of a commotion up ahead>A sizeable crowd of ponies has amassed around the entrance to Princess Twilight's castle>Very peculiar, normally the resident Alicorn leaves her doors unlocked for just about anypony to trot on in>You and your marefriend approach the crowd, parting the equine sea with ease to get to the front of the throng"What's going on here?">One of the other ponies at the front of the mass acknowledges you - Time Turner, you're pretty sure>"Well, it's just the oddest thing. There's supposed to be a tour of the Castle at this time of day - apparently Twilight managed to recuperate another section of the Golden Oaks Library's old stock and she's quite keen to show it off - but when the group arrived, they found... this.">Time Turner gestures to the sign plastered over the great golden doors>Paired with a massive chain and a comically sized padlock>You read over the sign, which bears the following:>'CLOSED FOR EMERGENCY ELEMENT MEETING'>The simple message is enough to get a shock of concern lancing down your withers>What could possibly be important or dire enough that the Elements need to convene like this in private?>You can't remember them ever doing something like this for anything short of a disaster like Discord's initial return, or Tirek>You can't help but wonder if the Princesses are in there too, strategizing with those six heroes>Glancing around you notice the looks of unease and worry spreading on the villagepony's faces"Well... that is concerning, but lets not get too worked up, now. Those mares have never steered us wrong when it's come to times of trouble, so there's no cause to think they will now. We should leave them to it, and hope for the best.">Your sentiment ripples through the crowd, seeming to mollify those gathered>'That's right...' 'Twilight will know what to do.' 'The Elements can handle it!'>With some help from Time Turner and Lyra you're able to convince the throng to disperse and carry on with their day>But as you and Lyra retreat from the Castle you can't help but look back at it with worry>Maybe you should contact S.M.I.L.E>See if they have any idea what's going on
>>43108661>Meanwhile, inside the Map Room>Pinkie Pie urgently raps a crystal gavel on the crystal table to get you and the rest of the girls' attention>Not that she really needed to do that, given that the five of you were already staring at her with various levels of impatience>She'd gathered you all together quite urgently>Literally leapt out of the bushes and foalnapped Rarity while she was having her afternoon constitution around the market>But now that she had everyone gathered she had been sitting in her marked throne>Seemingly waiting for something>"Sorry girls, I was waiting for that Bon Bon opener to wrap up!">And we're out of the gate with nonsense>Great>You rest your cheek in the frog of one of your foreleg's hooves, sagging>(You) are Twilight Sparkle, and you were supposed to be giving a guided tour of the new wing of the Library today>The effort to find new copies of everything the Golden Oaks had once held has been a process>Frustrating, fascinating, and especially cathartic>You feel like a bit of your soul is being pieced back together every time you manage to reacquire one of your lost tomes>And you had finally reconstructed the entire collection of Encyclopedias that were lost!>You should be wowing a crowd of ponies with your array of Seapony Biology manuals>But here we are, instead>"Now, I'm sure you all are dying to know why I gathered you here today">Pinkie starts, but Rainbow Dash interrupts>"We were dying to know about half an hour ago, Pinks, now I'm just thinking about all the flying I'm losing out on. Can we get this going?">You're annoyed by the sentiment but you do privately agree>Pinkie just continues on>"The truth is... I need your help. I've hosted hundreds of parties, dozens of Cute-ceanaras, and so many birthday bashes, but...">Pinkie sets down the gavel, and nervously taps her hooves together>You can't help but sit up a bit straighter, you've never seen your friend like this before>"I need your help to plan the perfect date for Gale. I've never planned one before! I've decided I want to kiss his face and it's gotta go just right if I want that to happen!">All five of you stare at Pinkie with mixed expressions>You're taken off guard, but happy for Pinkie - you've only met Gale a few times during his stay but he seems like a solid stallion, definitely knows his way around a cumulus cloud>Rarity is, perhaps unsurprisingly, delighted by this, clapping her own hooves together excitedly and letting out a shrill squeak>Fluttershy can't seem to decide if she's pleased with this declaration or nervous>Applejack shoots Pinkie a pleased little grin and lets out a folksy 'Well I'll be!'>And Rainbow...>"Alright, I'm out.">The Pegasus makes a beeline for one of the doors but is stopped short by, surprisingly>Not Applejack's lasso or your own magic (you were a bit slow on the draw)>But Rarity's own blue magical aura, demonstrating a surprising level of strength, overpowering Rainbow as it is
>>43108662>"Now Rainbow darling, please. Our dear friend Pinkie here is asking for our help! Are you really just going to abandon her in her time of need?">"Well, I mean, I was, but you're kind of getting in the way of that.">Your ears twitch as you distinctly hear Applejack murmur 'Element of Loyalty my hide' under her breath>Rainbow Dash apparently heard it too because she throws a venomous stare her way>"I don't do dates, Applejack! What am I possibly going to add to this?">Rarity carts Rainbow back to her throne and rather pointedly sets her down in it>"Now dear, just because your romantic life is shriveled up and nonexistent -">The unicorn pointedly ignores Rainbow's furious sputtering>"- Doesn't mean you have nothing of value to add to these proceedings. You were foalhood friends with Fluttershy and her family, were you not? Your insight could prove invaluable!">Rainbow simply sags at that, conceding the point>"Fine, but we have Fluttershy here, it's not like she couldn't make most of the same observations.">"Perhaps, but I think you'll find that how one behaves amongst family and how one behaves around ones' friends can be quite different. Now, Pinkie, I do hate to take over this meeting of yours, but do you have any ideas of your own, to start?">Pinkie jolts and tugs at her loose-hanging mane, considering>"Well... I was thinking of inviting him to bake with me, but I don't know. Does that feel like too much work? Baking can be fun, but I don't want him to feel like I just volunteered him to help me do my job.""Excellently reasoned, darling. Now, lets open the floor, shall we?">And from there the meeting truly begins>Each mare sharing their own ideas>Some vetoed down hard, some given real consideration>You still think your idea of taking turns reading a romance novel wasn't really fairly considered>And was way better than Applejack's offer of a cart ride around the Acres>But as the night whiles on a plan is formed>Now it's just a matter of making it happen
>>43108663Gale is going to walk out to get his mail in Cloudsdale only to see Pinkie floating there with balloons stuffing the invitation in the mailbox.
>>43108634But their wings are too small to fly normally. Though I’m not opposed to their wings being huge to compensate.
>>43108663>"Now dear, just because your romantic life is shriveled up and nonexistent -"god damn kek, rarara takes no prisoners
>>43108639I wish Celestia would save us.
>>43109083Honestly depends on what her feelings on the matter. On one hand she has a potential oracle on the other hand a huge wild card, so much it'd be a threat to Equestria letting them roam free. So maybe a new student!
>>43109083She can't save you from your sins.
>>43102735I love this derpy amd anon green
>>43109609I suppose so.
>>43107556>Fairly quiet trip to your room.>You were hoping to see another pony.>Well a pony you recognize.>Plenty of adorable 'background' ponies going about their day.>Royal Guard gives you brief glances and a small smile as your head darts around taking in everything.>Rainbow Dash also seems impressed.>"Way better than that old place.""Well yeah, no pony lives there.">Royal Guard stops at a set of doors.>"Here's your room. As per your request, Dash, nothing to fancy.">Sharing a room?>He lets you both walk in.>Dash throws the luggage on the ottomare (ha)."Still pretty high class.">Looking off the balcony, you can see the gardens down below.>Lots of statues, and foals being given tours.>There's Discord.>For a moment you just stare at him, the world seems to fade.>Still not sure what to do about him.>Shake your head as Dash is asking Royal Guard for directions to the Wonderbolt museum.>Something catches your eye in Dash's bag, a ball.>A bit of mischievous chaos tempts you.>Royal Guard huh?>A test of your reflexes."Royal! Catch!">Dash leans back as a ball serves past her, straight at Royal Guard.>You blink.>That's all it took.>The ball slams straight back into your muzzle, knocking you back.>Sitting up immediately, you stare back with your jaw dropped.>Ball dribbling away from you.>Royal has a 'nice try' look.>Pick the ball back up."That's real impressive! Again!">This time, you're ready.>Rainbow steps back and just lets this play out.>Now you see Royal actually deflect it moments before it hits him.>So you answer back if your own tennis shot.>It's like bouncing off a wall.>He gets faster, and it's getting harder to actually bounce it back with how hard he hits it.>"That's enough.">Royal casually catches it instead of hitting it.>"Got a lot of spunk in you.""I am a Dash.">"Of course. I need to get back to work.">You wait for him to drop the ball back to Dash.>"Go long.">What!?>Like a javelin, he throws the ball straight out the window.>Earth pony strength really showing off.>Jet after it like a bolt of light.>Doesn't take long to grab it.>Let your breath catch up, and take the opportunity to look at the castle proper from an aerial height.>Then plot your sneak attempt out for later tonight.>Options abound.>--->Be Rainbow Dash, be a little proud just how fast your little guy can fly.>Vanished like a puff of smoke out the window.>"Dash, if I may have a quick moment before he comes back.">Surprised that Royal Guard is whispering now.>The big white stallion leans closer to you.>"Her highness is positive that your son is about to do something sneaky tonight.""What. He just got in town and he's already scheming? How do you know?">The disbelief in your voice makes him chuckle.>"He got a deposit slip from the Ponyville bank. A sizable fund actually. We believe he's going to cash it here and use the money. For what we don't know.">Facehoof hard."Of all the games, he's already in trouble!"
>>43110118"I can't believe this. It's like he refuses to learn.">"Or very determined.">Look up at Royal Guard.>"Princess Celestia wants this to play out, but she wants your permission. Do not worry, we will have an elite guard trailing him. Anon won't even know they're there, and he will be absolutely safe.">This boy is wily, but it seems Princess Celestia is in control here."I don't know. I can't really fake going to sleep knowing he's about to sneak out the window.">Royal Guard taps his chin as he thinks.>"I'll take you out.">The air pauses as you take that in."Like, on a date?">"Precisely, we'll tell him right now when he gets back. I'll take you to a military bar and we'll have a good time.">Process this plan, real tempted right now.>For too long, Anon has been running roughshod.>It would be nice to have him be monitored and get a clue on what he's doing.>Just in time, Anon Dash dashes in.>"What a throw! I could see the city from that distance.""Sure, Royal. I'd love to go on a date with you. Pretty lucky to have a hunk interested in me.">That actually gets him to blush.>"Of course, I'll pick you up around 8.""Perfect. Anon's grounded so he'll be in bed by then.">Smiling, you turn to Anon.>He's staring at you like you've grown hydra heads.>The ball has been forgotten and is rolling away from his grasp.>..."Yo, Equestria to Anon. You there?">"Uuuuuuuh.""You ok there?">"I'll just head out. Have fun at the Wonderbolt's museum.">Royal Guard polity leaves, leaving you with a son who has just mentally crashed."If it was this easy to control you I'd done this sooner. Hey snap out of it. Your mom can get dates.">"Did I fly in the right window? I'll be right back. I think I'm lost.">Smack him lightly over the head with your wing."Go clean up in the bathroom. We have a museum to visit."
>>43110141Looks like Anon is getting a cool new Royal Guard Dad.
>>43110161It must be Zephyr. He’s a royal guard.
>>43110183Probably not in this timeline.And not this early on either.
>>43110161And maybe a sibling too.
>>43110598This kills the timeline.
>>43110733The timeline is hard on life support in this story anyway.
>>43110118>For a moment you just stare at him, the world seems to fade.Discord does mention in S3 that being in his prison doesn't deprive him of his senses, so he could very well be fully aware of Anon too
>>43110952>Reads the post then the text of the pic and glance at discord. See him wink.Yep I think I need more sleep..
>>43108663>You still think your idea of taking turns reading a romance novel wasn't really fairly consideredWhat a fucking nerd.
>>43110952That would be a scary thought.
>>43110952>"Hmm, that's new. Oh I see. An interloper. Do you recognize my greatness stranger?"
>>43110141>What surprises you the most is just how robust Equestria's military history is.>This is the kind of shit that would never be talked about in the show.>Despite the Wonderbolts being a branch of their military.>Be Anon, standing in front of the doors of the Wonderbolt museum.>It's actually next to a couple other museums of different branches of the military.>There isn't a human analogue that quite matches up correctly with modern pony times.>Tech is all over the place, and the known world is clearly not fully mapped out.>Adventuring is a paid career here.>Scootaloo's parents are actually doing a service for the country.>Outside being terrible parents anyway.>Look up to Rainbow Dash.>She is actually trembling with excitement, but trying to play it cool.>Deep down, she is still the same Rainbow Dash after all.>A die hard Wonderbolt's fan.>You being in her life tempered that.>"I'm so disappointed! There should be a line outside this place. Does this city not have taste or what? We be here everyday if it was in Ponyville.""Ah, so that's the issue.">"Just messn' squirt. Let's go in.">100% you're both visiting the souvenir shop.>A bored lanky teenage mare is sitting at the entrance.>Looks up at both of you and points at the sign '2 bits'.>Dash throws out the coinage.>Slowly the attendant looks at the money.>Dash is starting to hop in place.>Practically hear her thoughts of 'Come on, come on, come on.' over and over.">Unraveling an access bracelet, the unicorn mare clips it off.>"Limb please.">Rainbow slams her leg on the desk.>"Thank you.">Booth mare sticks out her tongue as she tries to clip it on with her hooves.>Look at her perfectly intact horn.>Misses the clip once with an 'oops'.>"There, now for your younger brother.">"Too slow!">Dash slaps that one around your limb and jumps inside.>With a shrug you wave goodbye to the mare.>"Oh my gosh, oh my gosh, oh my gosh!">Standing before you, in marble, is a statue of the founder of the Wonderbolts.>A little plaque about Firefly and a neat quote.>"Anon! Check it out, Firefly was said to be the founder and a key pony who helped defeated a centaur tyrant. Not sure what a centaur is, but that so cool.">Wonder if that was Tirek, or another guy."Want me to take a picture with you next to the statue?">Immediately, a camera is in your hooves.>"One of me, then you.""We're probably going to have to get doubles of everything. Grandma Windy will swoon over it.">Click, snap, flash!>Switch places with Dash and smile.>"Good point son. All right, to the first wing!">That twinkle in Dash's eyes never leaves.>From exhibit to exhibit, she is full of energy.>Who needs a tour guide when she'll clue you in on everything.>Anything she doesn't know, she'll read it on the display.>Now you're in the modern times.>"Look at this, modern legends! Awesome!">Oh, a table on speed records set by each member."Those are some fast times.">Rainbow whistles at the results.
>>43111611>"Thank you, good to see this place gets fans.">Both of you whip around to see an older pegasus.>Someone who is niggling the back of your brain.>You remember him from somewhere.>He's decked out in a blazer jacket, with a Wonderbolt insignia."Oh. Oh! You're Wind Rider!">That gets a blazing smile from him.>"Got it one kiddo.">"Dude! You're the record holder of the Mustang Marathon!">Oh boy, this guy might be trouble.>Then he does something that makes you titter.>Taking the hoof from Dash, he kisses it.>"And I've heard of you Ms. Rainbow Dash. Quite the impressive light show storm.">Blushing hard, Dash chuckles and rubs the back of her head.>"Yeah, I guess that is the talk of the town. I think your record is more impressive.">He leans over and smiles.>Is he, rizzing her?>Oh snap, he is.>His eyes are wandering as he talks.>"True, it takes hard work and dedication to go that fast for that long. But I do know it takes a lot of knowledge and talent to pull off what you did.">Is Dash, hot?>Notice that he is most taken by her hips."You've held that record for a long time too.">Wind Rider glances down at you, then stops leaning over Dash.>"True. It's a tough time to beat. Tell you what kid. Let's head over to the souvenir shop and I'll buy then sign a picture of myself.">"We'll take two. No three.">Places a playful hoof on Dash's withers.>"Hey, I can do more than that if you want.">Dash catches her breath.>She looks down at you.>You can hear her heartbeat slow down.>"Windy. This is going to hurt me to say this.">Rainbow stops.>Oh she really doesn't want to say it.>"Buck. I should've met you sooner.">"Hey, hey there. It's fine. If you've made plans I understand.">Windy Rider starts to walk you both back to the store.>He's polite, which is very creepy knowing the kind of guy he is."We sort of have this thing going on with Princess Celestia.">Windy nods with understanding.>"Ah I see. So you two have a royal summons. Good luck with that.">Then you see it, in front of the souvenir shop is a sign up sheet.>One for the Young Flyer Competition."Hey mom, you should sign up for that.">Looking away from Windy, she sees what you point to.>"Oh. Right, that is a thing. I don't know.""Come on, it'll be fun. I'll cheer you on real loud.">Windy looks at the pamphlet with a chuckle.>"Listen to your boy. I know the Wonderbolts will be judging it, and they're always looking for potential. I know you have that in spades.">Dash is considering it based on how he's biting her lip.>"Fine. I'll do it. Got to get some practice in for it.">"That-a filly.">Windy gives her that award winning smile.>Both of you walk out of the shop with useless junk.>Dash is acting like she's holding gold.>Well the book is cool.>"Ms. Dash, young colt, it was a pleasure to meet fans. Have a windy day.">Rainbow gives him a military salute to the 'legend'.>Laughing at that, he flies off back towards Cloudsdale.
>>43111611>RD and anoncolt being cutehehe>>43111711>Wind Rider being a fuckboi right in front of anoncolt, and RD almost going along with itnot hehe
>>43111611>"There, now for your younger brother."Kek. She has no idea.
>A nice day in sweet apple acres, cellybelly makes me relly helly's sun shining, birds singing and darting between the trees earning their keep by pecking at the caterpillars and flies keeping them from chowing down freely on your cash crop>All this to say YOU are Abbondanza Apple>Or as you prefer, Anon>Or as the town knows calls you 'Sheriff' >Not that you have to actually DO much in the way of Sheriffing>Despite the evil, cursed forest off yonder the most you have to do in Ponyville is resolve some disputes, give a stern look to some foals or occasionally ward off a critter>the bulk of your work is in 'patrols' (scenic walks) and paperwork that mayor mare doesn't want to deal with which is anything she can remotely claim is judicial and thus your problem>Thats the sheriff part, which consumes maybe a third of your time, the other 2/3rds are the farm/orchard/ranch, all of the above really >Apple-bucking, apple-picking, planting saplings, tending to sick trees (incinerating, tree surgery etc.) processing apples for market, turning apples into cider, jam, sauce or juice.>Thats just the apples.>Theres more to tend to>Theres also the carrot patch, the corn field, the greenhouse, the pear grove you gave up on by the living monument to ma and pa's love, the chickens, cows, pigs, sheep, Winona, granny smith, big mac (who insists he don't need no help but older brother barely gets out and injures himself more than you'd like.) , the actual business of the farm itself which is mostly more paperwork and then of course. her.>Apple bloom.>You trudge along, saddle-baskets full of freshly bucked apples while an overeager filly all but prances at your side telling you about her day>"So then ah said to her, oatmeal, are you crazy?">The punchline doesn't land but you snort anyway for her benefit which gets a gratifying titter from your little sister>God in heaven/ celestia's mom in pony-heaven? >You hope you're a good brother>You stole someone else's spot to be here >You have to be the best you can be to even make up for a fraction of it>Apple Bloom trundles along beside her brother>He's such a good listener!
>>43111838That's real cute.>>43111751I was about to have Wind Rider wing smack her rump when she signed up for the competition, but thought that went too far too fast.
>>43111900soncucked
>>43111900Flirting (Royal Guard) vs. Sexual Harassment (Wind Rider)
>>43111900>but thought that went too far too fastAnd Anon wouldn't allow that to go on if Rider did that. He knows what kind of landmine that guy is.
Previously on The Sun in Your Eyes: https://ponepaste.org/11210>You would have kept drowning in the swirling vortex of anxiety and despair if Sunny hadn’t made her way back to you, which she did.>When you get a look at her, she’s back to looking as upbeat and enthusiastic as she’s spent most of the day.>Although it looks faintly strained now.>Something about the corners of her mouth seems like it’s being subtly pulled into a smile by tiny, invisible strings.>”I’m terribly sorry about that interruption, Anonymous. Twilight was just…”>Sunny looks back at Twilight, who’s already heading back off to attend whatever princess-ly duties await her, along with that baby dragon assistant-sibling-son of hers.>”...Just confiding in me in some personal matters.”>Sunny’s smile weakens when she sees your emotions painted across your face.>Silence descends upon the two of you.>You barely hear the sounds of the summer solstice festival behind you.>The sand in the great cosmic hourglass is rapidly collecting at the bottom, dragging you, Sunny, Ponyville, and all of Equestria inevitably beneath the quicksand, the darkness beneath the surface ending the day.>In place of the laughter and games occurring nearby, you hear the ticking of every clock in Equestria.>Tick, tock, tick, tock.>Despite all this, the sun remains high in the sky, just where it has been all day.>It’s almost like the sun itself was trying to keep the day from ending.>The warmth and light of the sun battles the cold, unfeeling march of time, and caught in the center of this great battle is you and Sunny.>Sunny…>She’s beautiful.>She’s the most beautiful mare you’ve ever met.>What’s left of today is all you’ll have left to spend time with her.>You can’t let today end with sadness and regret.>You have to try.>You force a smile back onto your face and nudge Sunny’s shoulder.“You know, I’ve been thinking of something.” You say to her, raising some intrigue in the mare.“After you knocked over those cans back there, I bet you could ring the bell on those strength testing games!” You suggest.>Sunny looks like she felt physically impacted by your suggestion, bringing an awkward laugh out of her.>”Oh, I’m not sure, Anonymous. What happened then was more of a spur-of-the-moment reaction.” Sunny tried to downplay her incredible accomplishment.“Come on, you could do that again!” You encourage her, feeling emboldened by this change in subject.>Sunny tries to protest some more, but she can’t stop herself from smiling at the prospect.“I bet the line’s gotten shorter now, whaddya say?”>Sunny smiles at you again, but it’s far more natural now.>So much more at ease, so lovely.>And her eyes…>So deep…>As vast and entrancing as the ocean of stars in the night sky.>It takes you a moment to realize she’s staring into your eyes in much the same way.
>>43112678>The realization makes the both of you step back with warmer cheeks and awkward chuckles.>”Sh-shall we head off then?” Sunny asks you, sheepishly kicking the dirt in front of her.“Yeah, let’s!”>With that, the two of you trot triumphantly back into the fray of the festival, side by side.>The crowd is beginning to thin out at this point.>Most everypony’s already played all the games they want to play, and are resting up before Princess Celestia lowers the sun and officially ends the summer solstice.>Wherever she may be.>Sunny spots the attraction before you: a tall pylon adorned with blinking lights and a bell at the top, dubbed the “Test-Your-Might-o-Matic”.>Presently wielding the hammer and standing before the striking pad is Big Macintosh, being goaded on by his little sister Apple Bloom and her two friends.>”Come on, Big Mac! You can do it!” Apple Bloom cheered him on.>”Ring the bell! Ring the bell!” the small, white unicorn chanted.>”Break the bell! Break the bell!” The small, orange pegasus amended the chant.>Wordlessly, Big Macintosh brought the hammer down upon the striking pad with all his farm-grown might.>An unobservant bystander would have thought a payload of TNT was set off, with how loud the impact was when Big Macintosh hit the striking pad.>The force of his swing sent the dinger straight up the pole like a rocket, hitting the bell so hard a few new cracks formed in the brass.>The three fillies cheered for Big Macintosh, who humbly placed the hammer back in place.>There really is nothing like watching Big Macintosh go to work that makes a stallion feel inadequate.>Big Macintosh left with the fillies, who you could overhear excitedly talking about him potentially winning the big dance that he’ll share with Cheerilee.>Sunny trots right up to bat (or, in this case, hammer) and grabs the instrument by which the test of strength will be administered.>She raises it up into the air, then looks over her shoulder back at you.>You smile at her encouragingly, offering a silent but understood “I believe in you”.>Sunny smiles back at you, then returns her focus to the striking pad before her.>She tenses her body, takes a deep breath, and slams the hammer down onto the striking pad.>The dinger goes up, and up, and…>...only goes halfway up.
>>43112681“What?” You involuntarily say aloud as the dinger returns meekly to the bottom of the pole, guided by gravity.>Sunny turns to you and offers a shrug and a smile.>”It appears I’ve used all my strength earlier today! If only we had come here sooner.” Sunny says to you with a smile that’s half apologetic and half teasing.>You see right through her.>You know, you just know that she intentionally held back to not show up Big Macintosh in front of the pony running the strength tester.>”Come on, Anonymous! Let us see how strong you are!” Sunny goaded you, making room for you to test your own might.>Who are you to turn down a request like hers?>You give Sunny a grin to match hers as you saunter forward.>Okay, Anonymous.>It’s showtime.>Time to put Big Macintosh to shame, wherever he is.>You grab that hammer like it was your destiny to.>You raise it high into the air.>The sun gleams against the edge of the hammer.>”Show that bell who’s boss, Anonymous!” Sunny cheers you on.>Your muscles feel like they grow three times.>Sunny’s words strengthen you.>You take a deep breath, and summoning all the strength you’ve ever had in your life, you swing the hammer down.>The dinger…>...makes it halfway up.>Your muscles deflate as rapidly as the dinger falls back to the bottom of the pole, taking all your pride with it.>The pole has officially deemed you a Lightweight.>It was dumb of you to think you could measure up to Big Macintosh, anyway.>Sunny walks up to you with an apologetic smile as you place the hammer back in place.>”...You know, Anonymous-”>Whatever she was gonna say, it was interrupted by the sound of a musical cue being played in the distance.>The musical cue catches the attention of everypony surrounding you, who spare half a moment to look at each other excitedly before rushing off to the source of the sound.>Sunny’s face wavers again.>The summer solstice festival must be coming to a close.>You two share an uncertain, hesitant look as you both realize what this means.
>>43112682>Silence returns to you two as the crowd quickly vanishes from the festival grounds.>Suffocating silence.>Your mouth is dry.>There’s so many things you want to say, but you just can’t.>But all you can manage is:“...We oughta get moving, huh?”>Sunny manages a weak smile and nods.>”Yes, we should.”>So the two of you walk in silence together, towards the main stage of the festival.>It feels like you’re being walked to your execution.>What’s the point of all this, anyway?>You should’ve known all this was asking for trouble.>Whenever anything good happens, it never lasts.>Everything becomes a memory eventually.>It’s just your luck, anyway.>The one friend you manage to make on the one day you actively try to be social with, it’s somepony you’ll likely never see again after today.>Somepony you wish you could be more than friends with.>What good would it be to confess now?>Even if, by some miracle, she doesn’t reject you, it’ll only make saying goodbye harder.>Oh, well.>That’s life>But soon enough, you and Sunny find yourselves in the crowd before a stage, very finely decorated in summer themed decals.>Somehow you two end up pretty close to the stage.>Look at you, victim to yet another force beyond your comprehension.>Upon the stage stands Twilight Sparkle, alongside Mayor Mare and… a well-groomed stallion you feel you should recognize.>”Welcome, everypony, and thank you all for attending this year’s summer solstice festival!” Twilight greets the crowd, which is met by a round of cheering and applause.>Where in the world is Princess Celestia?>The summer solstice festival’s wrapping up and she’s nowhere to be seen.>The sun hasn’t moved at all today.>”I think it’s safe to say this year’s has been our most successful summer solstice festival yet!” Mayor Mare says to the crowd.>”And it’s all thanks to the hard work and dedication the citizens of our fine town have put in to really make this celebration of the summer season shine!”>”Yes, well, and also thanks to a VERY generous donation from Spruce Lane.” Twilight adds, motioning to the stallion beside her.>Wait, Spruce Lane?>He came here all the way from Trotham City to support Ponyville’s festival?>Spruce Lane offers a good-hearted chuckle and dismissively waves off his contribution to the day’s festivities.>”Please, your majesty. I just elevated what this fine little town already has to offer. The heart of the summer solstice festival is the fine folk of Ponyville.” Spruce assured Twilight.>It’s only now that you notice Rarity actively swooning at the sight of the impeccably rich orphan.
>>43112684>Both Twilight and Mayor Mare smile appreciatively at Spruce’s words before returning their attention to the crowd.>”But before we can officially conclude the summer solstice, there’s one last matter to resolve…” Twilight stated as her baby dragon assistant wheeled in a large box with a hole at the top.>The raffle for the dance.>”Now, Spruce, if you’ll do the honors?” Twilight offered to Spruce.>Spruce approached the box, but was interrupted when a much older stallion, presumably his butler, rushed on stage and whispered something in his ear.>For the briefest moment, you could swear Spruce had the most serious look on his face you’ve probably seen in your entire life.>That look vanished an instant later as he offered Twilight and Mayor Mare a chuckle.>”I’m terribly sorry, but there’s a phone call waiting for me. Ol’ baldy up in Maretropolis doesn’t take kindly to being put on hold.” Spruce excused himself right before he and his butler made their way off stage and vanished.>You, along with Sunny, Twilight, Mayor Mare, and essentially all of Ponyville are left in a momentary puzzled, awkward pause.>Except for Rarity, she’s especially heartbroken that Spruce Lane managed to slip away from her before she could introduce herself.>”Ooh! Ooh!” Pinkie Pie’s voice pipes up, bouncing up and down from within the crowd.>Twilight suppresses her annoyance as she turns her attention to Pinkie.>”Can I be the one to pull the lucky winning numbers? Pretty please? Pretty please with a cherry on top?”>Twilight looks around, then, without any better ideas, she answers “Sure, go for it.”>Pinkie giddily bounces on stage and stuffs her hoof deep inside the box, rooting around vigorously with her tongue sticking out of her mouth.>”Almost…” Pinkie mutters.>It feels so tense, for some reason.>You're holding your breath, and you can tell Sunny is, too.>Then, Pinkie holds her slip of choice high up in the air.>"I got it!">"What are the winning numbers?" Twilight asks her.>Pinkie brings the slip down and closely inspects it with a magnifying glass she seemingly pulled out of thin air.>”Four…”>Huh, that’s your first number.>”Eight…”>Second number, too.>”Fifteen…”>Huh, third number…>”Sixteen…”>The fourth number, too?>”Twenty-three…”>Oh goodness, that’s almost your number.>You could be the winner.>”Aaaaaaand…”>The suspense is killing you.>And it’s killing Sunny, too.>”...Twenty-four!”>Oh.>It’s not your number.>You won’t get to share that special dance with Sunny anyway.>Even though you knew it would only make saying goodbye harder, you can’t deny you-
>>43112686>”Uh, Pinkie? You read that backwards.” Twilight corrected her, looking over Pinkie’s shoulder at the slip of paper.>Pinkie took a second look at the slip of paper and giggled.>”Oh, whoopsie, you’re right! The last number is fourty-two!”>Time freezes.>You look at Sunny.>Sunny looks at you.>You’re both so filled with so many emotions.>You won.>She won.>You two get to share the special solo dance.
There's a gold star waiting for the super-smart anon to find the easter egg I hid in this update
>>43112688pony batman?
>>43111838>Anon Apple replacing Applejack>Everfree Wardenalways was a neat concept, glad to see at least something small done with it
>>43111018>>43113118This anon seems pretty into it.
>>43112687Thanks for posting the paste link. No idea what this story is.
>>43111018If you romance Twilight that’s the game plan.
>>43112687Kino, im thankful for the new update on the green!
>>43112681>>Slowly falling more in love by looking into each other's eyes.Gaaaaay
Abbondanza replacing AJ is fun, I feel like we could make alot of fun short greens with the premise that anon is now X character.
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>>43111711"Do you think they have fish?">"Come on, Anon. Do you really think a unicorn restaurant is going to have fish? We're on a mountain on top of that. Any fish they would have would be tiny or imported.">Dash and you are looking at a line of restaurants.>You think she's wrong about mountain fish, but you never actually studied fish all that much.>Gone fishing with mom, which is fun.>Though her method of fishing involves going really high then dive bombing the water.>Not the usual human method.>The ponies waiting to bring others in to their restaurants can see you two, and they're cringing.>Hoity-toity establishments, and here you two are rumbling through town with cheesy Wonderbolt paraphernalia decked out hoof to ears.>They don't want you to come in, but one of them will be your victim."I don't see any cloud seating either.">"Yeah, that's pretty lame.">A happy sound makes your ears flip around.>"Night Light, there they are! Come on.">Oh?>Are your happiest hopes and dreams coming true?>Turn around to see Twilight Velvet and Night Light trotting up to you two.>"Excuse us! Rainbow Dash!">They don't seem to cringe when Dash whips around with an oversized Wonderbolt's hat.>"Huh? Hi there. Do I know you?">Velvet is smiling brightly, it melts the heart.>"Nope, but you know our daughter. Twilight Sparkle.">Dash lights up as well.>"No way! Guess that makes sense that her parents also live in Canterlot. Night Light and Twilight Velvet right?">That gets a joyous laugh out of Night Light.>"You know us already! Oh wait, that's right. You wrote to Twilight during the--">Looks down at you.>"When you got your bundle of joy! Hey there little stallion! You must be Anon.">With a yelp he picks you up into a hug.>"We saw you in the paper too! This little world of ours makes for some surprising connections.">Kind of nice to be hugged like this.>Guessing when Dash wrote to Twilight Sparkle as a teenage mom to another teenage mom she told her parents.>How much do they know about you?>Enough to treat you like a grandma and grandpa.>Velvet and Night doesn't seem at all phased by your outfits.>Dash is animatedly talking to Velvet until the unicorn had a suggestion.>"Come to our place for dinner! Our treat. We would love to have you both.">A sigh of relief from all the restaurants is heard.>Rainbow is oblivious to it.>"Thank you! We would love to share some time with you.">Yes!>"We live decently close to the castle. Come follow us.">Can't help but bounce next to them like a tiny Pinkie Pie the whole way.>They ask you for more details on the night that brought Twilight, Dash, you, and the others together.>Most definitely pleased and encourage you to make friends with Spike.>"Welcome to our humble abode. If you want you can put your Wonderbolt gifts on the couch.">Look around with glee, the same house Twilight grew up in.>Just like the show, but way more alive.>Awesome.
>>43114616You obviously don't know how to tell a story.
>>43114622Ignore this troll post
>>43114616>>The ponies waiting to bring others in to their restaurants can see you two, and they're cringing....>>"Come to our place for dinner! Our treat. We would love to have you both.">>A sigh of relief from all the restaurants is heard.Those restauranteurs are all uppity, snooty ziggers. Could be bringing in a fuck ton of business by catering to the 2 who brought Luna back and beat NMM.>43114622Nigger.
>>43114616I don't particularly want to come inside Twilight Velvet or Twilight Sparkle('s home. I also don't want to fuck them either, not even out of pity but Hmmm... maybe if...)
>>43112772Pony batman? I don't think he showed up, the only notable character was Spruce Lane.
>>43114616>the same house Twilight grew up inYeah, the house isn't the only place where Twilight grew up in that Anon wants to inspect.
>>43114616I wonder if he'll bump into Cadence or Shining
>>43114634I did say I was bullshitting my way through this story.>>43115167Clop has destroyed Anon's brain. Thankfully he has a new one so he's better now.
>>43115295Same here, Anon.>Afternoon is in full swing in Ponyville>You pause briefly to let the wind pass through your half-inflated mane>Once again, (You) are Pinkie Pie>"I'm sure the others would appreciate it, but I don't think randomly stopping is going to make anypony show up, Pinkie.">And (You)'re a bit of a coward>The planning session with the girls went well>You're confident in the itinerary you all put together>But when it came to actually asking Anon out...>You couldn't do it>Properly, at any rate>So!>This isn't a date>It's...>A "Traveling Party">(It's rare that you cringe, but you swear you felt something inside you shrivel up and die when you painstakingly described the concept of a date while avoiding the word as hard as possible)>To your twin shock and relief though, Anon accepted your invitation to the 'party'>And when the appointed time came, and all the girls failed to show, he didn't object to continuing with the party anyway>Even it was just the two of you>"It's a shame, but we'll just have to party with them twice as hard at the next event they can make, right?">That sort of easygoing attitude should be putting you at ease>But internally you're sweating bullets>You don't know why, even>This is far from the first time you've hung out one-on-one with Gale this week>And as far as he knows it isn't even a date, but...>The stress of making everything go perfectly is getting to you in a major way already>Sweet Celestia, is this how Twilight feels all the time?>You need to do something nice for her after this>Maybe find the World's Biggest Book and give it to her>Something like that>But for now!>You force a chuckle that you hope doesn't sound too nervous as you trot to match Anon's pace at his side>The path to Sweet Apple Acres is quiet, serene even>The soundtrack the soft rustle of branches as the breeze passes through them>The crunch of dried up leaves underhoof>Various songbirds Fluttershy would probably be able to immediately identify warbling to each other>Autumn's in full swing>The Running of The Leaves should be soon>But for now it's just a brisk walk to the farm for two>You're not sure how Applejack got Big Mac to agree to a cart ride slash tour of the farm so quickly>But you appreciate your possible fourth cousins twice removed more than ever>After all, it's a Traveling Party, right?>Getting carted around the farm makes sense for that... probably>(You can get pretty esoteric with your themes but even you can see how thin this one is)>Regardless, you meet with the stallion himself>Despite not having been to the farm yet during his visit, Gale and Anon share a simultaneous nodding of the head immediately upon making eye contact>Perhaps some form of unspoken bond from being emotionally mature brothers of adventurous mares?>It keeps the introductions from being awkward at least, allowing you to go ahead and climb on board the cart and get this tour going
>>43115479>At first, this seems like it might've been a misstep>Gale's polite nature leads to him paying rapt attention to Big Mac as he points out spots around the orchards>Discussing the nature of various breeds of apple they've come to nurture, the first day he met the cow herd, things of that nature>And, while a lot of that honestly is interesting>It's left your stallion crush paying attention to that instead of you>Big Mac's seemingly endless list of stories does eventually lead to dividends though>Completely relaxed and intent on listening to the tour, Gale subconsciously reached out and wrapped one of his forelegs around your shoulder>Bringing you in just a bit closer as he shuffled to get more comfortable in the seat of the cart>Okay, never mind, keep talking about Zap Apples, Big Mac>Almost as if waiting for the content sigh that you exhale as a cue however>It isn't long before you here a great rustling in the nearby Everfree Forest that borders the outer edge of the farm>No one pays it any mind at first>So that's when the culprit behind it decides to make itself known>A bugbear roars in fury as it breaks out of the treeline>You immediately identify it as the same one from a few days ago by the various sprigs of roses and daisies still braided into its' fur>A cute gesture that seems to have had unfortunate consequences>Bees are flocking all over the bugbear, drawn in by the flowers that, if your understanding of the Everfree's unpredictable seasons, would be hard to come by at this time of year without pony intervention>The sensation of the insects likely riled the bear up, and when he tried to swat at them, they went from curious little guys to a defensive position, swarming the gear half-mammal half-insect>Leading him on a collision course with Sweet Apple Acres as it attempts to flee the swarm>All three of you scream as the bugbear's path leads towards the cart>And just as it's about to crash into it>The beast is diverted by a lasso wrapping around one of its' arms, dragging it and diverting it off course from crushing you all>Applejack comes bounding in, hooting and hollering as one does in these sorts of situations>"Big Mac! Get yerself out of that harness and help me corral this critter! You two get going!">You're caught between wanting to help and wanting to get out of dodge>But Gale makes that decision for you>"Absolutely not, that poor thing's going wild. Lets do this together.">Before anypony can interject, Gale leaps right out of the cart and takes to the sky, buzzing the Bugbear as Big Mac and Applejack work to use her lasso to pin it down>You're taken aback by Gale's willingness to get so close to the danger that you don't even realize his own gameplan: snatching up the tied up bundles of flowers and pulling them free of their braids>With your own speed and Pinkie Sense, you're able to easily join him and dodge all six of the Bugbear's limbs as it flails
>>43115481>Before long the beast is fully subdued and that makes the job easier>Gale and you toss the flowers into the treeline, which diverts the swarm of bees into chasing after their precious pollen and finally leaving the poor thing along>"Alright there, fella, we got ya. Ah don't mean t'rub salt in the wound but ah hope you take this as a lesson about keepin' t'yer territory and leavin' Ponyville alone, y'hear?">Applejack unties the creature after you're good and done cleaning it off, and it certainly seems abashed by the whole ordeal>With a noncommittal grunt, it doesn't even take a swipe at any of you as it trundles back off into the Everfree to lick its' wounds (and probably find a nice deep cave to hide in as it grows its' fur back from the spots you unfortunately ripped out more than just flowers)>"Hoo-ee! That was somethin', huh?">"Shame about the cart, though">Big Mac gestures over to the crushed wooden vehicle>While Applejack was able to hold off the initial crash and keep the three of you from getting seriously injured, the resulting struggle still managed to do some serious damage to it>"Sorry you two, but ah think ah'm gonna have t'end the tour early.">"That's a real shame. I'm going to have to come out here another time and hear the rest of it, you're a damn fine storyteller, Macintosh.">Gale turns to land his gaze on you>"But for now this party's still got other places to travel to, right? If you're still up for it.">You're a bit frazzled to be honest>Also pretty confident that the makeup Rarity did up for you has been smudged in a major way>And a little concerned that the first item on the docket you planned for tonight has ended in disaster>But you still put on your best smile and nod excitedly at Gale"Yepperonee! Sorry about your cart AJ, I Pinkie Promise to come help fix it as soon as I can!">You quickly go through the motions of your patented promise, though Applejack insists she and Big Mac can handle it"For now though, we gotta make tracks! This ended early but we're pretty far out on the farm, it's gonna be a bit of a canter...">And so you and Gale race off back towards Ponyville>Things can only go up from here, right?Of course, since I am making this shit up as I go, I wouldn't be opposed to some suggestions for other legs of this date. Can't promise I'll use them, but I will appreciate them.
>>43115482“And this is Ponyville’s hydrologic dam.”>Gale’s face scrunches in confusion.>”We have dames?”>Oof, maybe not the best dating spot.>Better scratch off a visit to the nuclear power plant as well.
>>43115479>Gale and Anon share a simultaneous nodding of the headHe gave The Nod to himself?
With the death of the witch Hydia the second at the hands of her mother's creation the Smooze has gone on an unstoppable rampage absorbing ponies left and right. Unable to stop the monster by themselves the stallions use the mysterious ponytara earrings to fuse into a new warrior, the strongest stallion in history; Shano!Find out what happens in the next exciting episode of Alicorn Elements Z!
>>43115599Yes. Gale's so chill that he can simultaneously exist in two places at once for the sole purpose of giving himself the 'sup' nod.I'll have to fix that in the Paste, augh.
>>43115703They power up for the whole episode.
>>43116211The Pinkieness is infecting him.
>>43115188Later.
>>43114616"Ah, that must be her brother.">Looking at the family picture; Velvet, Night, Twilight, Spike, and Shining.>Night Light calmly looks at the picture.>"Oh no. He's the gardener.">With the most deadpan of faces."Might need to find a different job.">"Ouch kiddo! I do our lawn.""And it looks very tasty.">Night laughs at your comeback.>"That stallion is Shining Armor. Captain of the Guard. We're very proud of him and Twilight thinks the world of him. You might be the first male friend Twilight has had outside her brothers. That's quite the accomplishment.">Never actually thought about that.>"Dinner gentlecolts!""Sweet!">The table is larger than what two people would normally have.>This place was made for a large gathering, now it's just them.>Cheesy broccoli soup steam billows.>Sourdough buns hide under a cloth cover, but the smell is divine.>Apple juice for you.>Adults get wine.>"Thank you Mrs. Velvet and Mr. Nightlight.">"Yeah, real awesome of you to do this for us.">Velvet stirs her bowl to release some of the heat.>"Nonsense dear, we're honored to serve you. Bless this friendship.">Slowly peck away at your meal.>Mostly because it's hot."I asked Spike if Twilight has any friends here. He was kind of vague about it. It surprised me given how strongly she was able to bond the other mares and me.">Night Light nods and puts the spoon aside.>"Well young colt, I don't think she ever realized her classmates were her friends. I think she set them aside in her mind. Believe me, they tried. Goodness, that young mare invited her to a birthday party. Velvet, honey, who was that?">"Moondancer, dear. I think we still have her invitation on the counter.">Looking over, you can see it.>And an address.>Perfect!>That will speed things up.>"I hope she's doing ok.">Dash speaks up after her second bowl.>She had gobbled up the first one in one go.>"Having a birthday on the same day Nightmare Moon shows up. What a roller coaster of a day.""You got a cheese mustache.">"No I don't. I'm up to your tricks.">Worth a shot.>"So Anon, since you're asking about Twilight's friends. What about yours?">Velvet is smiling sweetly, but she's probing.>Before you can speak, she interrupts.>"Classmate friends.">"Now Velvet, no need to put him on the spot.""I've played with a few colts in class.">Dash is rubbing her chin.>"Haven't invited any of them over. You've been busy reading during recess as well.">Grumbling over your soup."They were all on top of me during the party.">"That's one thing I need to teach you. How to handle the spotlight.">Rainbow's bravado shows as flashes that heroic smile."It's only 15 minutes of fame.">"Somehow I don't think it won't be the first.">"Aw, you really think the world of your little colt.">Velvet wipes away a tear of pride.>That gets Dash to pause and blush.>"Oh. Well you know. Just trying to do a good job.">"Not anypony can raise one to save the world. We should know, we got one too!"
>>43116940these interactions are really cute
>>43116940>Twilight has had outside her brothersPlural? Is that a typo or did I miss anything?
>>43117495That’s my mistake. Mental flip flop of treating Spike like kid brother, son, or familiar.
>>43116940You're really capturing the friendliness of the ponies. It's really cute.
>>43117547TBF he's kinda all three. The biggest thing he is, though? Neglected.
>>43112687this green pleases me and i need more
>>43112687Probably too early to ask, but how will Anon react after finding out his special somepony is PRINCESS MOTHERFUCKING CELESTIA?!
>>43117803He gets a doggie bed. He’s fine.
>>43115482don't worry Ponka, there's still time to turn this all around and upgrade this travelling party to a travelling part-ay>some suggestions for other legs of this date.School of Friendship. Since Pinkie isn't there today, Twilight is probably teaching the home economics class, and fucking shit up hardcore.
>>43112687Looking forward to more of this paste
24 hours since the last green? Threads dead.
>>43116940>"Scones! Careful, they're hot.""Glazed with orange frosting. Delicious.">Nibble away at your delicious treat.>"So how was our local Wonderbolt's museum? I know it isn't as grand as the one in Cloudsdale.">Dash throws up 5 feathers.>"5/5, can't mess up a Wonderbolt's museum. Impossible to do. Even got to meet a retired one!">Night Shade 'oohs' at that.>"Who was it? Hot Blaze, Silver Lining?">"Wind Rider! Really surprised us.""Sure, but I was more happy that you signed up for the Young Flyer Competition.">"Come on Anon, the guy's a legend.""Yeah well, I think you're cooler.">Dash gives your mane a quick wing noogie.>"You're trying to get out of being grounded, you can forget it bud.">Velvet giggles at that.>"That would've worked on me.""I'll probably tell my teacher that it would make for a fun field trip.">Night Light gives you a small nudge.>"The royal garden is also a great place. They even let you snack on the hedge.">Right, and release Discord."I'll think about it while she's out on her date.">Rainbow rolls her eyes, but is cut short as both unicorns scoot up next to her.>"A date?!">"Rainbow Dash, you didn't tell us you have important plans tonight. Here we are just taking away all of your time.">Dash tries to blow it off, but she's already blushing>"It's fine. It was a last minute thing. His name is Royal Guard.">Velvet chews her lip.>"I do know about him from Shining. Good stallion. Listen, I have products you can use. If you really want to throw him off his hooves.">Noooooo, please not in front of me.>Rainbow hesitates.>"It should be fine.">"I insist. Light makeup, you're already a natural beauty.">Velvet starts to push Rainbow out the room.>Night Light shakes his head.>"Clever, left us with the dishes.""I would have never imagined her interested in dating anyone.">"Really? I'm going to give you the benefit of the doubt that you're not just saying that because you're a foal.">Fancy way of saying you're mature for your age.>Pick up some plates."She's interested in athletic activities. Never talked about seeing anyone. Mare or stallion.">Night Light looks down at you with surprise.>"Mare or stallion? Goodness, you do have some worldly knowledge if both are options.">Shrug at that."Dash would date anyone even if I wasn't born. She's just that dedicated to her craft.">Night Light stops prepping the soapy water.>Sits down to look you in the eye.>"Son, you do realize that she would dedicate everything for you.">That's the problem.>Or maybe your attitude about that is the problem.>"Listen. It's ok. Things change when you're a parent. I know you're smart, but there are some things that change a pony.">Pause as he says that.>Man, you're starting to feel vulnerable."For the better?">"In her case. Yes.">Do you believe that?>You're not totally sure the Pony of Shadows was lying to you.>What if he did bring you here to wreck it all."I don't know if that's true.">"It is."
>>43119280>"Dash wouldn't be dating anyone even if I wasn't born. She's just that dedicated to her craft."Stupid errors.
>>43119288You have time to delete and post with fixes, don't you?
>>43119280"She should be the Element of Loyalty. Dash should be the fastest mare in Equestria.">"Rainbow Dash can still be all of those things and your mother.">Night Light pulls the seat up and sits you down on it.>"Listen, Anon. I can tell I'm not going to be able to talk you out of your conceptions. So here's what you should do.">Ears straight up as you listen.>This is probably the first time you've confided in another pony like this.>Wonder if bottling it up like this has made you just want to let it all out.>Wasn't with Grandpa Bow or Grandpa Breeze.>Or Grandma Windy or Grandma Posey.>...not with Zephyr.>Maybe you push your colt body and mind too hard and it has to just let it all out.>"Love her.">Tilt your head at that.>"Yup. That simple. Love your mom. It will go a long way, Anon. It'll help her and you.""I do.">Night Light looks at you and waits.>Seems to be thinking of something, but relents.>"Ok, Anon.">"Stallions!">A sing-songy voice cuts through.>"I present to you the lovely Rainbow Dash.">Both of you look over at the entrance as Velvet trots in.>Dash sort of slinks in behind her.>She's got on just a touch of makeup, and you can smell some perfume.>There's a dress hanging off Velvet's back.>"Makes the heart flutter doesn't it? Beautiful. Now this dress you can put on back in your room. Dress in style.""Looks good mom.">A nervous laugh answers you.>"Yeah. I, uh, didn't plan on going out this much.">Velvet's eyes burn with passion.>"Neither will Royal Guard. He is going to swoon. Now, we don't have much time. Get back to your room and finish up with these last steps.">A small hoof bag is placed in Dash's hooves.>Night Light clears his throat.>"Would you want us to watch Anon tonight?">Dash freezes at that.>That's strange.>"No. That's ok. You've done enough for us.">"We insist. It would bring us no greater joy.">Her eyes are darting to you then to them.>Now this is really strange.>If she says yes, it would be easier to sneak out of this house than the castle.>Just need your stuff.>"Right. We will have breakfast with the Princess Celestia tomorrow.">"Don't worry, we'll get him up and early for that. He'll get a good night's rest.""Can I grab my stuff from the room?>"Right. I'll get them.">That works.>Even if she looks inside she won't suspect a thing.>Rainbow hops to the front door and takes off.>Velvet places a hoof on your shoulder.>"All right, let's show you to your room for the night. It was Shining's bedroom.""Yes, ma'am."
>>43119377I am curious what Anon's planning with his sneaking
>>43119377Ah yeah, time for a night raid on Canterlot.
>>43119377This is a sneaking mission. All equipement is to be procured on site. Or from whatever child stuff Anon was able to pack.
>>43119377We still don't know where the elite troupe is which observes Anon. It could even be Twilight's parents.
>>43119666Imagine what the guards would say if Anon pulled that run off.
>>43119377>"Makes the heart flutter doesn't it? Beautiful. Now this dress you can put on back in your room. Dress in style.">Dress in style
>>43120088I couldn’t help myself.
>>43120088Man, I didn't catch that. Good one.
Prince Annon being a complete bastard, the pony joffrey, before his mutation at the claws of Discord/Cosmo.
>>43120743He got turned into a human?
>>43120743>Celestia and Luna have the rose-est colored glasses>"W-what? Celly! Lulu! Off with her HEAD!">"Haha, Annon, you are such a jester!"
>>43119377>Be Rainbow Dash, fabulous.>Back in your room looking at Anon’s bag.>Open it up and look inside.>Don’t see anything unusual.>If Anon was going to be sneaky, it isn't obvious what he's doing.>Haven't seen the bank check anywhere.>Don't have a lot of time until your 'date'.>Very well, take a step into the hallway to flag down a guard."Hey, so that thing going on tonight has a small change. My kid is sleeping at the Sparkle house. Just tell the pony that needs to know.">He salutes you.>"Close Watch ma'am, Understood. Do you need somepony to deliver the bag? Everypony here knows where the captain's parents live.""That would be helpful actually.">Carefully he takes the bag and leaves.>Right, the rest of prep work.>Dress, are you really going to wear this?>Look at it draped over the bed.>Velvet must have a good eye.>Clean teeth, straighten out feathers, put on the dress.>Looking in the mirror, you can't even recognize what's going on.>You've never done this.>Any of this.>The knock at the door makes you jump.>Ok, you can do this.>Open the door and see Royal Guard.>His breath catches when he sees you."Hey soldier stallion. You ready?">Royal almost teeters at that.>He's wearing a dress uniform, and a slight smell of cologne.>"You certainly know how to surprise somepony.">He looks around a little confused.>"Where's Anon?""We ended up at the Sparkle residence today. They insisted on letting him stay the night for our date. I told Close Watch.">"Good. That shouldn't be a problem.""I was kind of hoping we could see this 'elite' team that is going to be watching my boy.">Royal Guard shakes his head.>"Maybe if they didn't have to relocate to a different spot.">Fine, you'll have to trust that everything is under control.>Take his front right leg with yours."Well then, after you. Night is young.">"And so are we. Let's have some fun.">With a quick glance you close the doors to your room.>Stop a moment, and you thought you saw something.>Or somepony at the balcony.>It blended in with the night.>Didn't even last a feather twitch.>Stress must be getting to you.>Everything is going to be fine.
>>43121364>Be Night Watch, on what is the oddest reconnaissance mission you've been assigned.>Princess Celestia told your group to watch, shadow, intervene if necessary for a colt.>Well, it isn't just any colt.>Anon Dash was in the news very recently.>"Do you still have eyes on our colt?">The bulky radio strapped to your side crackles.>Click the button."Ten-four. He's in bed. The Sparkles just put him to bed. Read him a story too.">Silence for a moment.>"Buck, that sounds cute.">Another voice chimes in.>"If you're jealous, maybe we can all have a sleepover at the Sparkle's house.""Shining Armor would make us run laps around the mountain.">There's three others on your team.>Overwatch, Nightshade, and Silent Night.>Silent hasn't said a word, and probably won't.>Overwatch is ribbing Nightshade about her cute comment.>The colt is in bed, but he isn't sleeping.>You can tell.>30 minutes pass, then the lights where the adults are go out.>Anon gets up, not wasting time.>Crank the settings on your binoculars and watch Anon work.>Looking through his bag he zips open a second portion you couldn't tell was in the bag to begin with.>Hidden compartments?>Takes out a cloak and a small bag.>Then a sneaking suit.>Where did he get that?"Ladies, our little guy is up and moving. Not out yet.">Anon slides into the suit, it looks really tight.>He shakes his little butt in the mirror.>Straining your ears, you can hear him.>"It's like I'm wearing nothing at all, nothing at all.">What the buck.>He then proceeds to stuff his bed and pillow in a way to make it look like he still sleeping there.>A small saddle bag is strapped to his side.>Quietly, he opens the window."He's leaving.">"Show time mares.">With a move that impresses you, Anon slinks out, then hangs body to roof overhand.>Closes the window quietly.>He's pressing tightly against his surroundings.>Avoiding light.>Duck rolls into a shrub.>Kind of jealous how easy he has it being that small.>Watch as some of your squad mates hop roof to room.>Anon hasn't noticed at all.>Supposedly he was able to give Nightmare Moon the slip.>Sort of see how, but it lacks the sauce.>It's cute seeing him slink between spots, but it isn't all that special."He's moving out of this residence area.">"We're about close to a market district. We got ponies everywhere.">Not a problem for this team, but what is he going to do?>He stops as he nears a cross way.>Night life is in full swing.>Mares and stallions just moving around enjoying themselves.>That could have been you tonight, but this is still fun.>Easy, but fun.>...>Where's Anon?"Mares, where's the target?">Silence answers you.>"Oh buck! Where is he!?">Eyes dark back and forth where he was waiting."Buck it. Abandon original perimeters. Bring him home.">Jump down from your hiding spot and gallop right to where he was.>Nothing.
>>43121447Please post the paste for this so I can finally figure out what writefag you are.
>>43121447>"It's like I'm wearing nothing at all, nothing at all."Stupid sexy anon.
>The bright blues of the afternoon sky have already begun tipping towards the golds of evening by the time (You) and Gale make it to Ponyville>Even with the cart ride ending early you're cutting it a bit fine>Bit of a total freak accident, but that's the norm for Ponyville, even if the chill groove of the past week made them less frequent>(You)'ve always prided yourself on your ability to go with the flow, and that's not about to change now>As is quickly becoming common, (You) are Pinkie Pie>And this Date/"Traveling Party" is still on a roll, if a bit of a rocky one>In the least, Gale seems to be in good spirits>While most ponies would be trembling and wanting to go home already, that encounter with the bugbear seems to have been exciting for him>For somepony like Gale, it's probably a novelty>Not a lot of bugbear attacks when running the Weather Inspection circuit, surely>That hectic roaming schedule of his is what inspired you to call this a "Traveling Party", in fact>Fluttershy and Rainbow had told you all about how often the stallion was on the road, in the sky, or even out at sea making sure the various cities, villages, and hamlets of Equestria were up to task for the various weathers they were requesting>So, with the cart around the farm attempting to represent land-travel, that leads you to your next destination..."And here we are! Just in time, I hope you aren't too tired after that gallop!">Saddle Lake isn't the biggest lake in Equestria>But it'll serve just fine for your planned boat ride, representing sea travel!>The pony who so generously lent you his rowboat, Sea Salt, waves enthusiastically towards you as you approach>"Right on time, Pinkie! You two have fun, now!">Sharing a smile with Anon, you get on the cute little rowboat and push off>Saddle Lake has just enough space to let you drift in circles>You had initially insisted on rowing the boat yourself, given that this was your idea and all, but Anon had talked you into trading off so that both of you could get the chance to relax and enjoy the ride>Time passes just like that, nothing but the sound of the waves, birds conversing in the nearby trees, the distant sounds of society>It all feels very far away>This kind of silence...>In a way it reminds you of the Rock Farm before your first party>Quiet, orderly>Rarely a word spoken that wasn't 'good morning', 'you're working this field today', 'pass the butter'>The sort of quiet that you simply grew to be unable to stand until that Rainboom caused something inside of you to explode, too>Despite the familiarity, you don't feel the urge to make an outburst>Or pull something silly out of your mane and rend the quiet with noise>You're... comfortable, in a way you didn't think you could be>Anon catches your eye and flashes you a small grin, before his lips part to speak>"So, what brought this on?">You're a bit thrown by the question"What do you mean?"
>>43121683>"Well, I'm no expert in pattern recognition, but I will admit I was prepared for a surprise party or something like that to see me off when this week is through. This... doesn't feel like it was meant to be that. It was initially going to just be me and the rest of Fluttershy's friends, after all. Pretty small guest list - I like to think I made a few more friends than that during my time here, after all.">Right, you still have that squirreled away for a few days from now>Anon's "Thank You For Reconnecting With Your Older Sister Please Don't Be Such A Stranger From Now On" party>You've got that one set to go, from streamers to who to invite to what you plan to bake>But with these new feelings, you're honestly not keen on actually thinking about that party too much>A weight settles in your barrel at the idea of Gale leaving already>But before you can dwell on it you realize the stallion is staring at you>Smiling patiently, as he often is, but still waiting for you to respond>Time for something off the cuff"Well, duh! Of course you made a bunch of friends, silly! But... uh, Fluttershy and Rainbow had some time to hang out yesterday, and they told me all about your job! And I thought, that sounds really lonely! I mean, you do get to meet all sorts of ponies, and that sounds fun, but you go to meet them alone! But what you do is really important, and even if you have to go from place to place by yourself, I wanted to celebrate it! I wanted to...">The full head of steam you had going suddenly peters out as the words slip out of your mouth, not fully considered until just after they leapt past your teeth so you couldn't take them back"I... wanted to celebrate you.">Your foreleg's hooves tap together a bit nervously as you admit that, the tips of your ears tinging a red that's sure to be making its' way down to your face>You hesitate to make eye contact with Anon, but when you do, you can see a warmth radiating in his eyes as well, and his smile seems just a bit wider>... You don't know why, but you're suddenly feeling brave>Maybe you should just go ahead and admit to Anon what all this all really is>State your feelings like the big grown up mare that you are>Puffing out your chest a bit, you sit up a bit straighter"Gale, I-">KERTHUNK>The rowboat shudders and threatens to capsize as something heavy collides with it>Startled, both of you lean over to inspect the damage>And 'damage' is certainly right, there's a massive hole in the side of the boat!>You're taking on water, fast!>Panic briefly settles on your face before a pair of forelegs wrap around you>Lifting you out of the boat and into the air>Oh yeah, Anon's a Pegasus>Somehow you briefly forgot about that>The stallion flies you over to the shore of the Lake before, without waiting a beat, heads back out to try and save the boat before it sinks under the water>While you watch him, a hoofful of shrill little voices are getting closer>"Oh stars!">"Gosh!"
>>43121684>"We're mighty sorry, Pinkie Pie! Are ya okay?">The Cutie Mark Crusaders bound up to you, with a fourth little colt taking up the rear>All four look abashed, but the colt especially appears stricken"I'm fine, girls. Just a little shook up. Did you see what happened?">Sweetie Belle and Scootaloo look away from your face, rubbing at their forelegs>But Apple Bloom manages to find the courage>"Ah'm afraid, um. That was us, Pinkie Pie. Me and the Crusaders-">"-The Crusaders and I.">Apple Bloom shoots Sweetie a look before continuing>"'The Crusaders and ah' were out here with a colt tryin' to figure out their Cutie Mark! We figured being away from all th' buildings and ponies was a good idea for thissun.">The Crusaders back away to present the colt>The little unicorn looks terrified, but he still turns to present his flank>Bearing what appears to be a complicated slingshot firing off a rock>"We're pretty sure it's got somethin' do with sling shots!">Scootaloo butts in from here>"So we put together a really big slingshot for him to fire to see if it felt right!">All three fillies give each other that familiar triple high-hoof, and like clockwork>"""CUTIE MARK CRUSADER SIEGE ENGINEERS, YAY!""">Around this time Anon flies back, pushing the damaged rowboat to shore>He tips it over to let some of the water pooling in the bottom out>"I'm guessing you young folks didn't consider wind resistance, right? I noticed you had a target placed... about fifty degrees to the left.">Scootaloo's enthusiasm dies down about as fast as it erupted>"We, uh. May have forgotten to factor in a few details.">Anon simply shakes his head at that>"I admire your efforts to help other foals out, girls, but this was incredibly dangerous. You could have hit either one of us if your aim was off even a little more. Perhaps this is one you should have a full-grown pony supervising.">He pauses, considers>"Not Rainbow Dash.">Scootaloo groans while Anon flashes you a small 'what can you do?' sort of smile>Which is nice because it's just the thing to cool down the frustration rumbling in your throat>"What's say you and I find Sea Salt, apologize, and carry on with our night?""Yeah, that's... that's probably for the best.">Parting ways with another round of apologies from the Crusaders and their client, you shoulder the boat with Anon and begin to trot off back to Ponyville to return Sea Salt's property and deliver another repair-relevant Pinkie Pie>You only have one more activity planned for this party>And honestly...>You're starting to get a bad feeling about the rest of the night
>>43121447>>Where's Anon?>"Mares, where's the target?">>Silence answers you.>>"Oh buck! Where is he!?"And let the hunt begin! What sort of shenanigans are in store for our little faggot? Will he be just focused on evading his chaperones or will he try to taunt them a bit?
>>43121687One disaster after another for Pinkie’s plans.
>>43121687>"Ah'm afraid, um. That was us, Pinkie Pie. Me and the Crusaders-">"-The Crusaders and I.">Apple Bloom shoots Sweetie a look before continuingwhat a little marshmallow shit
>>43121447>Supposedly he was able to give Nightmare Moon the slip.>Sort of see how, but it lacks the sauce.>...>Where's Anon?how's that for sauce
>>43112687Sunny is best pony
>>43121829Never trust a bone head.
>>43121548Sure.https://ponepaste.org/11727
>>43122971>Warning: Potential Security Risk Ahead
>>43122985Yeah, I'm not sure what that's about.
>>43121447Imagine having to explain to the rulers of your nation that you watched a colt shake his booty at a mirror, than lost track of him less than five minutes later. The optics of that is potentially career ending
>>43123112>Anon tesitfies in the military court trial."So here I was shaking my butt like this.">All adults have a thousand yard stare as he does it again.>They didn't ask, but he still does it every time.
>>43122985Duck and cover.
1 of some amount of anon lineups
>>43121447>Be Anon, enjoying the night light of Canterlot.>This is way different from Ponyville.>Night and day.>Heh.>Anyway, this cloak is working great!>Worked well enough in the Everfree Forest, but this is a more active situation.>Ponies just look and their eyes just gloss over you.>Hoers mask is just a bonus and insurance.>If for some reason it fails, at least they won't get an idea who they're looking at.>Secondary target, check the magic store.>If you can acquire the alicorn amulet, brilliant.>Moving through the crowd, a guard just slams down in the middle of the street.>Several ponies jump and one stallion screams like a little filly.>The guard mare looks around.>"Colt isn't here! Move to next location.">Another guard yells out.>"Has anypony seen a missing colt?">Several murmurs of no are heard.>The guard almost curses then gallops away.>Wow, a missing colt.>You hope they find the poor guy before something bad happens.>Look at the map you got with mom.>Right, gimmick shops.>Few blocks over and a side alley.>Easy peachy enough.>You arrive just in time to be staring at the door with a student.>You can tell they're a student by the school text book threatening to burst out of their saddle bag."Is it open?">"No. This is what I get for procrastinating on my project.">Stallion looks at you then his eyes drift back to the front door.>Figures, it is past 20 hours.>Well no real loss, there's time for it later.>Several guards run past you both.>Wow, they look scared.>They deserve donuts after whatever they're doing.>Right, now to the main objective.>Trot down the road, out of the shopping district to another neighborhood.>Whistle as you along your way.>Not having to worry about monsters makes this a walk in the park.>Literally as you pass through one.>"Celestia's teats, where could he have gone!">A pegasus guard standing on top of the slide is darting around the area.>"What are you doing? He wouldn't sneak out to play in the park.">"I know, just checking off our boxes.">She looks straight at you then just flies off."Huh. So not a foalnapped colt. Just a problem one. Hope their parents aren't freaking out too much.">Bounce your way through the park singing a little chantey.>Then you see it, a dilapidated home.>Guess she bought it wrecked and never fixed it.>She's home, neets don't change their habits.>Knock as hard as you can.>Grumbling is heard.>Trash is pushed aside at the door starts to jiggle.>Moondancer opens the door.>"What!?""Good evening. Moondance, correct?">She looks at you with a raised eye.>"Yeah, who're you?""A pony who needs help. I lack the skill and talent that you have. I don't have time to go to magic school, but the process demands immediate attention.">Moondancer shakes her head slowly, but is clearly thinking about just slamming the door in your face."You're top of your class and have access to the tools needed. So I'm hiring you.">Moonie tilts her head.
>>43123759"I'll pay you the going rate of an arcane master for this job.">"That's a lot of bits. Do you have that kind of money?">Moondancer steps outside, while you shuffle for the check under your cloak.>Pull it out and give it to her."This should cover it.">She grabs it with her magic, and she almost drops it when she reads it.>"Holy Celestia, that would do it!""I'm very serious about this.">Moondancer is almost hyperventilating.>"Wow. Wow! This is something I hoped would happen. Any magic student dreamed of something like this.">She is able to calm herself with a few steady breaths.>"N-now hold on. Top of my class. You, um, you did your homework?">Nod.>"Then you know about my class.""Twilight Sparkle is not my first choice. You are. If you want to get her involved in this study that is your prerogative.">Moondancer's eyes flicker at that name.>"I don't need help.">Good, you prefer Twilight keep doing canon stuff.>"Then again, you haven't told me what the job is. Also, why are you wearing that? It's making my eyes do strange stuff.""First test then. Only fair. What am I wearing? What is it doing?">Moonie tries real hard to look at you.>"Mask changes your voice. Cloak. Covers the body pretty well. Oh!">She stamps her hoof.>"That's the Don't-Notice-Me-Field spell. Superior level; Enchantment school. The cloak has the spell folded into itself. Wow! Where did you get that?">Starswirl's room, but that ain't important."Magic store. Well done, Ms. Moondancer. That is exactly what I hoped for.">Her smile is adorable.>"I do what I'm talking about. So what's the job.">"Indeed young Anon. What is this job?">Both of you jump, while Moondancer screams.>Whipping around you see Princess Luna stepping out behind you.>The heck did she come from?>Moondancer quickly bows and you along with her.>Luna fully manifests in front of you.>"Clever little colt. Our guards would have never found you, but you didn't anticipate me being familiar with the aura of your mind since I have traveled it. Rise.""What guards? Why are you out here?">Luna's turn to look a little surprised.>"The guards you've been taunting this entire time. I've been observing them from a distance while you frolicked under their noses.">Said guards drop behind Luna.>Most are panting their hearts out.>You can hear their shock at seeing their princess out here."I was being followed!?">Actually you're starting to recognize them from earlier.>Buck.>Princess Luna rubs her forehead.>One the guards throws their helmet down and kicks it.>"Truly a calamity of errors. Who is this pony you've come to seek out?">Moondancer has already inched back into her house.>Wants to run away, too scared to actually slam the door closed.>Meanwhile, you want to shrink down at how stupid you thought you could be.>Clearly you don't have it all planned out as well as you hoped.>Truth might as well rule the day."I want to hire her. To make a spell for me."
>>43123825Kek. I like that part. It was pretty comical in a good way. Also, I feel for those guards. Anon really pulled down their pants without even knowing it.
>>43123825Very interested to find out what spell he wants. If we're still on our "I shouldn't exist this timeline's fucked" arc could be a time travel spell, or something to specifically erase him.
>>43124025You're almost correct.
>>43123825Love me some Moondancer. Do you think she has a retarded cousin called Moonmoon? Maybe a really edgy but solemn one called Moonlight Sword, who has an inexplicable love for poison swamps? Or maybe a Moon Sailor who likes miniskirts and is a bimbo.
>>43102735>"It's okay, Anon." >Twilight sighs and shrugs a book off her head. >"I think I understand now.">She stumbles to her hooves and casts a spell to clean up the mess.>Twilight reluctantly approaches your marefriend.>"Please accept my apologies, Derpy.">She removes the thingamajig from Derpy and poofs it out of existence.>The pegasus yelps and tenderly rubs her flank.>"Now then, I do believe I owe the two of you some refreshments.">Twilight puts on her best 'brave face' and quickly trots into the kitchen.>Derpy tries to say something, but Twilight is already gone.>You and Derpy decide to take a seat at the nearby coffee table.>The soft clanking of plates create a cheerful harmony inside the kitchen.>Yet the common room largely remains silent and tense.>On the one hoof, Derpy must be loved and protected at ALL COSTS.>On the other hoof, attacking a young and brash Twilight may have just doomed this timeline.>Celestia have mercy on your soul should that come to pass.>Derpy remains silent, staring at the table while fiddling with a napkin dispenser.>One can only imagine what's going on in that noggin of hers."You okay, Derpy?">The pegasus slowly nods without looking up.>"I'm fine, love muffin. Really.">Well that doesn't sound very convincing."You don't seem very fine to me, honeybiscuit.">"Honey...biscuit?">The random nickname causes her to briefly forget about the napkin dispenser, but it's too late.>You're already sailing across the table and softly land at her side.>Derpy's face turns bright red as she struggles to process the silly new nickname."You don't like your new pet name, babe?" You tease.>"Love muffiiiinnnnnnn~!" She hides behind her mane. "It's too MUSHY!""Oh Derpy-" You pause to nuzzle her cheek. "-nothing's too mushy for my little honeybiscuit!">She moans in protest, but ultimately doesn't tell you to stop.>Sounds like the new nickname is a success!>Derpy tries and fails to contain her giggles, which you answer with small nibbles and kisses.>The flustered mare begins squirming in the chair while her tail wildly wags all over the place.>"*NEIGH*nooooooooon~!" She swoons.>You can't help but grin as the mare turns to putty in your hooves.>There's nothing more satisfying to hear than the sounds of an amorous mare in need of some tender loving.>Perhaps there's a little time to->"Pardon me, but am I...interrupting something?"
>>43124559>You and Derpy share a collective *GASP* and turn to see Twilight standing near the table.>The purple pony stares at you with a glimmer of naive curiosity in her eyes."Uh, n-no.">You clear your throat and awkwardly shuffle back to your seat.>Derpy's face turns beet red as she begins babbling up an excuse.>Twilight carefully places her array of floating plates and mugs on the table.>Mugs full of what smells like hot tea.>A plate of fluffy croissants.>A plate of fresh-baked muffins.>"Yummy!" Derpy licks her lips.>Twilight begins to serve, but Derpy immediately grabs the plate of muffins and smashes her face into it.>"NOM NOM NOM!">You quickly snatch a muffin from the plate's edge before it's too late.>Twilight stares in amazement with her mouth hanging open.>You grin at her and casually take a bite from the surviving muffin.>Mmmm, blueberry...>The purple unicorn blinks and tries to re-gather her train of thought.>"Derpy, please forgive me for being so callous.">Twilight's sorrowful tone snaps you out of blueberryville.>The distraught mare picks at her croissant, but does little else.>"Celestia only knows what the two of you have been through.">She sighs and tries to drink from her mug.>"It was wrong of me to treat you like some kind of lab experiment.">Damn, Twilight is being really hard on herself.>"Friendship is the least of my concerns when concepts like basic pony decency continue to elude me.">Twilight's ears slowly droop until they're touching her face.>This Twilight really couldn't be further from the Twilight you knew.>She's so curious about the world around her, albeit socially awkward at times."I'm sorry too, Twilight." You lock eyes with her.>"No Anon, you have nothing to apologize for." She looks into her half-full mug. "It was my fault.">The poor mare is starting to make (You) feel bad.>You shake your head, much to her surprise."You're wrong Twilight.">You set down the muffin."I tackled you when we first met." You take a deep breath. "And of course you remember what just happened.">Twilight tries to interject, but the truth of your words ultimately silence her.
>>43124085Oh boy, that could get spicy really damn fast.
>>43124564"I have plenty to be sorry about, Twilight.">Twilight fidgets in her seat, but offers no immediate response."The real question is: can you forgive me?">Derpy sits back in her seat and utters a small burp.>"Those were some yummy muffins." She scratches her chin. "Hmm, yummuffins?">Derpy smiles at you, and then at Twilight.>"Did I miss anything?" She asks.>"I was just apologizing to you about what happened in the bathroom." Twilight reminds her.>"Ohhhh...." Derpy licks her lips and smiles. "It's okay Twilight. Everypony does a bad, sometimes.">Twilight smiles ever so slightly.>Perhaps this evening can still be salvaged.>Derpy yawns and rests her head on the table.>"I'm just gonna rest my-ZzzzZzzzZZZZZzzzzz.....">The mare falls asleep faster than you can say "Ticonderoga".>That is, if you could SPELL "Ticonderoga".>Derpy softly snores as Twilight grabs a blanket from the cloest and carefully drapes it over her.>"Hmhmhmhmmmm!" Twilight softly chuckles. "It sounds like somepony enjoyed my baking.">Now she's starting to sound like her usual self.>Twilight clears her throat and sets the mug down.>"Alright Anon, I'll forgive you on one condition." >You raise an eyebrow."And what would that be?">Twilight conjures a notebook out of thin air.>"Tell me what happened between you, Derpy, and this alleged 'evil' version of me.">Your eyes widen at the absurdity of her request."I don't think you can handle it.">Twilight raises an eyebrow, as if to challenge you.>You sigh in defeat and reluctantly begin to recount the misery.>How you eked out a living as a humble flour maker.>How you were rejected by Mayor Mare.>How you and Derpy first met.>Twilight listens intently, often pausing to scribble quick hoofnotes in between sentences.>You wait for her to finish writing and continue to explain it all.>How Queen Twilight became obsessed with you.>How Derpy was violently incarcerated for "treason".>How Queen Twilight killed the alicorn princesses and took their magic for herself.>The further you dive into the tragic story, the more Twilight's curious smile fades.>You reach the part where Princess Cadence saved your lives at the last possible moment.>Twilight stops writing in her notebook to cover her mouth with her hooves.>"N-No!" She tears up. "Not Cadence...">You grimly nod your head. >"Without help from Princess Cadence, Derpy and I would be deader than disco.">"Disco?" Twilight cocks her head in confusion.>Oh right, disco hasn't been invented yet.
>>43124676I don't believe you. Disco is still alive in pony land.