Numeralsby KaciekkChaptersNumeralsPoints Of AuthorityOne By One By OneNumeralsPrologue Every world has its own society, it's own government.Some ways can be harsh and confusing, making turmoil into civil war. In one world, the government is based on numbers. The ruler, a princess, the white mare that is said to raise the sun, was the creator of this government. Everypony got a number. The lower the number, the higher the rank. The princess was 1. She had made an area blocked off from the rest of the world. Only three cities, 1000 ponies. Whenever a pony was born, they would have to wait for another to die, and take their number. Many ponies hated this government, having to announce the new positions of numbers. And why couldn't a pony have their own name? But the strictness of the princess took them away from rebellion. The Princess had a sister, that stood by her side.The dark was said to raise the moon. Both of these ponies help keep everything in order. One by one by one. 1 had a student also. She put every trust in her, for as powerful as the student was. A purple unicorn with extreme magic, for her talent was only magic. The princess decided to change her number, making it lower. 1 had changed it to 5. But 5 was confused, she couldn't remember the number she had before, and why was it '5'. "1, why have you given me this number?" 5 asked one day. "Whatever do you mean?" 1 replied." "Why is it 5. I know you are 1, and of course there is 2. And 3 is my sister-in-law, the pony to create love. But who is 4? Never in my life have I seen 4." "Never mind, my dear 5." 1 placed her horn on 5's forehead. "There is more to worry about in this life." "But why do we have numbers? Don't we all get names?" The white mare's head shot up. Her pinky purple eyes stared at 5. "I have told you that is something not to question about. And every number is special. All you need is a number to show your strengths. If a pony says a number, they know who it is." The smaller unicorn trotted backwards from 1's flowing mane. "I guess." "Now go! You should have work to do. You shouldn't spend all your time in Cantorlot. I tell you now, there should be many ponies in Ponyville. Get to know some, and tell me their numbers to give them praise. "Yes 1." 5 Spoke, and galloped away. Numerals 5 took a few steps onto the ground from the chariot. She didn't know how she was going to find ponies to report to 1. But she knew that she couldn't disobey. Saying 'no' to 1 would be the biggest mistake anypony could make. So 5 watched around the small town, with many ponies playing and working. "Why don't you go find our place." 5 told a small purple dragon "Alright" He nodded, and ran off. He was a companion 5 had befriended. He helped her with many spells and books. Since he wasn't a pony ,he had no number. His name was Spike. But the one thing was that 1 didn't know about him. All she knew was that her letters from 5 came from a green flame. She did not seem to question it, so Spike was safe. 5 was afraid that she would take him away, not being a pony with a number. 5 gazed around. She watched each pony separately, looking to see if any were interesting. The unicorn's light purple hooves stopped, as she watched a gray pegasus play with a bubble wand. She looked very cheery, as the bubbles floated up. "Hello there." 5 said. Then the gray pegasus looked around at her, and smiled."Hi!" Her eyes did not seem to line up, but 5 did not want to be rude and asked about them. "Um..." 5 tried to get words out, still confused about her gaze. "What is your number?" "Oh, I'm 999!" She giggled, and her wings spread out. "999? That seems like a number easy to remember." Then 999 nodded, and kept blowing the bubbles. She did not seem like a pony 5 wanted to report to 1. So 5 kept trotting on, wondering about that pony. Were all the ponies in this town odd? But 5 guess that something odd about everypony could make them interesting. Being boring would not be good to report. Suddenly, something rusehd above 5. She ducked down quickly. 5 flipped around to see what it was . Dazed, she saw a light blue pegasus flying up. Her mane was a rainbow, and stood out among the sky. 5 jumped up. "Hey, watch where you're flying!!!" 5 yelled. "Who are you talking to? Me?!" The pegasus called back in a squeaky voice. "Yeah! You could of took my head off!" The blue pony snorted. "Well don't you know to get out of the way when somepony is flying?! Especially me!" "What's you're number!?" 5 asked with anger. "What?! Asking so quickly, when your the one that interrupted me! Well, I am 435, the awesome number!!!" "Hmm, 435? You say that you are awesome?" "Of course!! Would you like to see?" But even before 5 could answer, 435 shot up into the air, blue feather flowing down. She raced into the sky with tremendous speed. Then 435 flipped back down, and hurled muzzled first. She swept her wings and swept towards 5, lifting a wind through her violet mane. 5 turned around and watched 435 land on her hooves. "Hmm, you got pretty good skills." 5 replied. "I guess you can be a pony I can report to 1." "Yep-." Then 435 stopped, surprised at what she said. "1? The princess. You couldn't possibly know her! And why report me? What's your number!?" "Whoa, whoa, not so many questions at a time." 5 shook her head. "I wouldn't report you for bad, this is for good. It's an assignment 1 gave me. I'm her student. My number is 5, and it is only so low because 1 lowered it." "I don't believe you!" 435 snapped. "Well, then why don't you come with me, I need to find more ponies." 5 said, and trotted forward. 435 followed her by flying, a slower speed then what she used for her acrobat stunts. She fluttered above the ground will giving an annoyed fave to 5. This pony seemed to have a hard time believe something like this, even if it was the truth. Before they knew it, they started talking, explaining things about each other. "So you're from Cantorlot, and I'm from Cloudsdale. And we meet in Ponyville? That seems odd." 435 started. "We met in the middle of the 3 cities." "I just wish that 1 would give us more cities. And why must there only be 1000 ponies in all?" 5 said. When the two mares walked out into the fields, 5 noticed another pony in them. She was a pure white unicorn, with a curled violet mane. She seemed to be digging with her magic. She took out gems from the ground and placed them in a wicker basket. Then her blue eyes glazed over and brightened when she saw 435. "Oh, 435! It is lovely to see you! I was wondering if you can tell me the weather forecast for the next few days." She asked in an elegant voice. "And what reason would I tell you. Sometimes the weather can vary." "I just need to know, I'm going to be searching for gems, and I don't want to be in the rain and mud!" The unicorn shivered. She she glanced at 5. "Oh hello there. You must be new. What is your number, dear?" "I am 5, I come from Cantorlot. I am doing an assignment for 1, taking numbers of interesting ponies." Then the white mare gasped." Cantorlot!? Princess 1?! How wonderful! I certainly hope I am an interesting pony. I'd love for the princess to know my number. It is 388, by the way." 5 nodded with agreement. "DO you think that there is any other ponies that are interesting." "Well, we are by Sweet Apple Acres, but..." 388 shivered again. "That is such a dirty place!" "Oh come on! I'm sure that 521 would like some company!" 435 flew off. 5 and 388 followed her. 388 still seemed to be amazing by 5. "I always wished to live in Cantorlot. It seems much more up-class then this town. I am a lady, a true unicorn, I deserve to live in such city." "Maybe I can give you a tour some time, 388." 5 retorted. "Oh that would be just wonderful! I'd really appreciate that 5." 5 looked above herself, and so did 388. There was lush green tree that held ripe red fruits. The unicorns gazed forward again, and saw the trees flooded the hills. They ranged in size and color. 435 sat down in one of the trees. She brushed away some of the leaves at her side. "Hey 521!!" She called out. Suddenly, an orange earth-pony galloped over to them. Her blonde hair bounced with a hat that sat on her head. She stood up tall in front of them. "Howdy girls!" She smiled. "Have you been doing good?" "Hey! I got a pony here who needs some interesting ponies! She said that she needs do do this for 1! I guess you're a good pony. You do pretty much run this apple farm." 435 turned her head over. "Hey 5, this is 521! She works here at Sweet Apple Acres!" "Oh, a pony who is working for the princess?" 521 tilted her head. "Well I'm sure yer a good pony, probably from Cantorlot right?" She placed her orange hoof around 5 as the unicorn nodded. "This town is filled with lots of good ponies. There'd be no problem finding some. I see ya got 435 and 388 so far? They are some nice gals!" "So you run this whole place?!" 5 asked. "Well, with my family! My little sister and big brother, my grandmother too! Sometimes we have some others come down too. We probably have the biggest family in all of this world." "Yet there is only 1000 ponies." 388 added, with her elegant accent. "Hmm, true." 521 looked to the trees. "Why don't you gals help yerselvs to some apples." 435 shot from the tree. "Nah, we don't got time!" 388 rolled her eyes. She looked ahead, wanted to get out of the fields. For 388 did not like the outside that much, and wanted to get her hooves inside soon. She trotted along side the two ponies, who watched 435. Where ever could they go now? What ponies would they run into? So far, 5 found 435, the daredevil pegasus. And 388, the elegant unicorn, and 521, the easy-going earth-pony. 5 didn't really know these ponies, but for some reason, she felt a connection. It was like these mares were meant to be together, to get over a certain situation. But what would that be? 5's ears flickered as she heard chirping of birds. She twisted her head and caught sight of a yellow pegasus. He long pink mane covered her face. But when her teal eyes saw the other ponies, she jumped, and hid behind a bush. The little birds that were around her then flew off. "Who is that?" 5 asked 388. "Oh, that is 752. She is a shy little pony. It is not easy for you to talk to her. She seems to speak with those animals. I respect the beauty of them, but they are just so dirty!" 5 took her hooves over to the bush. She knelled down and used her magenta magic to pull away the leaves. The yellow pony shuttered as her hooves covered her face. "752, right?" 5 spoke quietly. "What... what do you want?" She stuttered. "I see that you can work with those birds very well. May you tell me how you do that? The princess might be interested in such things." "What matter could that princess care about me. I'm just a little pony." 752 replied in her high pitched voice. "You know the princess? Well please don't tell her about me! Leave me alone!" "Oh come on 752." 521 urged her from behind 5. "This is 5, she is a nice gal." 5 extended her right forehoof out to 752.Both of their eyes met, and the uncertainty in 752's gaze left. Just like 5 had felt the connection with the others, she felt it with this pony. The yellow pegasus placed her hoof on 5's hoof. She liffed up with her wings folded down. 521 glanced over at the west sky. "I think it might be getting late soon." "I need find where I am staying. Its in a library I believe." 5 said. "A library... how boring" 435 gagged. "My friend should already be there." "What is your friend like? What's their number?" 521 asked. "Well, he doesn't have a number. You see he is a dragon, so he has a name... Spike." "A dragon!" 752 spoke in fear, and bent down again. "He's only a baby dragon. He's a good friend." 5 assured her. All of the ponies got back onto the dirt path. 5 really didn't want the ponies going into her new home, but they still followed her. 5 would have to get back with the ponies later, for these were the only ones she knew so far. And 5 really didn't want to get so many more numbers confused in her mind. Yet 5 was usual an organized pony. Suddenly, a bright flash came from the right. They were in the town now, walking along shops. 5 watched to her right side, then saw a bouncing pink mare wave. She quickly galloped over to the group. She gave a huge smile that went with her big blue eyes. "Hey there!!! Are you new? That's so cool! It's nice to meet you! My number is 690! Ponyville is an awesome city!!! I should throw you a party!" The pink mare spoke with so much excitement, 5 could barely catch a word she said. All she heard was '690'. "So... you are 690?" 5 shook her head. "Yep!!!" She squeaked. "Hmm, you seem so happy..." 388's white hooves stepped forward. "She is always like this." She told 5, then looked to 690. "We are trying to find 5's home. She is from Cantorlot! She is under the order of 1." "Oooh! You know 1! Wow, maybe you can get her to come here, and I can throw her a party! That will probably make her less grumpy! And why don't I throw you a part at your home!" "690, all I want to do is get to my home, yet I really don't know what it is like. I guess it seems that I really am moving here. I never really expected that. And please don't call 1 grumpy, she has much to do." 690 bounced along the side of the other ponies. She talked about how she lives in a bakery, and how she throws parties for everypony. She was the most excited pony 5 had ever met. Would 690 be a good pony to report to 1? She seemed very interesting, being so happy. 5 gazed over, and she saw her friend spike, standing in front of a door. He waved his tiny hand. 5 trotted to him slowly, for she was tired. "Hey 5!! It looks like you got some ponies. That's great!" Spike welcomed. "Yeah..." 5 turned to the mares. "You guys, maybe we can talk tomorrow-" "Oh, a baby dragon! I didn't know he'd be so cute!" 752 spoke with less shyness then ever. "Huh?" Spike pushed himself against the door. "752, I know how ya like animals" 521 started. "But I think 5 really wants to get settled in." "Ohh..." 752 tilted her head down, with her long pink mane covering her face. All of the mares left 5 by her new home. As they trotted, they waved their hooves. 5 waved her hoof to them uncomfortably. Had she accidentally made friends? Those ponies seem that they thought they were friends with 5. But all the unicorn wanted was to do as 1 ordered. Author's Note I'm sorry if the numbers are hard to remember. I try to use the best descriptions to give you memory. Even on the cover I put the numbers of the mane six. Points Of AuthorityPoints of Authority It was the morning, light stretched onto the floor. 5's eyes slowly opened. Her bed was uncountable compared to the one in Cantorlot. Her violet eyes stared over, and saw Spike going through some books. She stepped down the stairs at the side, and passed a wooden pony bust. "What are you doing?" "I'm looking through these spells." Spike stated. "If you're... we're gonna live here, don't we want to know what we got?" "Yeah, I guess so. I can probably go through these and organized them the way I want." 5 yawned. "Do you think those ponies are going to come back?" "I don't know... I really didn't even get to say hi." Spike shrugged. "Why don't we write some things down, before we forget." Spike walked over to a drawn. He opened it and looked inside. His purple claws snatched a sheet of paper, the other hand grabbed a quill. Spike then came back to 5. 5 sat down and yawned again. She shook her head. "Okay, write this down: Dear Princess, The other day, I have met some ponies. They seem quite inserting. I hope you think so too. First I met 435, she is a daredevil pegasus. She is able to do incredible stunts while working with the weather. Next, is 388. She is a lovely unicorn, who seems to have an elegant style. I saw her searching for gems-" Spike interrupted, but still wrote down what she said. "388 was that unicorn? She looked very pretty!" "Spike!" 5 snapped. "Just write down what I say: After that, They brought me to 521. She is a country pony, living on an apple farm, which she pretty much runs. She is a easy-going pony. Then I saw 752. She is very shy round other ponies, but not animals. She seemed to be able to speak with them. She has some true talent. The last was the craziest. 690. She jumped out of nowhere. She wanted to throw me a party, and possibly a party for YOU. But all of these pony were vary nice. I will talk with them more." "That's all?" Spike asked. "Yes, but don't send it or anything. Just keep it in a safe place. Like I said, I will need to talk with them more." 5 got to her hooves and stared at the books on the shelves. "I wonder what kind of spell I have here." "Maybe one that can give you ponies names." 5 whipped her head around. "We can't do that! That is against the law. And how could we even give a certain name to a pony. That's ridiculous." "I dunno. It's just that I am getting so confused with every number, It's so hard to figure out who is who." Magenta magic lifted up the piece of paper and left it on the table. The magic then moved to the shelf, which lifted up a book. 5 gazed at it for while, and red the cover. 'the original spells of the first '4'. "4?" 5 thought aloud. "The first 4? Wow, that means this came from a log time ago. But who has the number now?" 5's magic flipped open the book. "Wow, this has so many spells in it! Some to slow down time, some to turn invisible!! "Is there any that-" "No! Spike, I will not look for name spells!" "But why do I have a name?" He tilted his head. "Because you are not a pony. And since you do have a name, I have to keep you a secret from 1." "Alright..." Spike rolled his eyes, then went up the stairs. 5 looked at the other books. A lot of them seemed stupid. Some were not even spells, but history books. 5 was always fascinated in history. But she could probably read a different time. For just then, there was a knock on the door. 5 turned her head over, and trotted up to open it. She found herself looking at 388. "Good morning 5. I am sorry if I have bothered you." She said. "Oh, not at all." 5 replied. "Oh splendid! I have a welcome gift for you! I made it last night." A blue aura lifted up something from behind 388. It was a pink hat, with blue and indigo gemstones and feathers. She placed it on 5's head. "Oh yes, It goes nicely with your eyes." "Um... it's... it's very pretty..." 5 gagged. Spike ran down from the stairs and gazed at the two ponies. "I think that hat is awesome and..." He turned to 388. "All I must say to you is that... you are very beautiful!" "Oh, thank you! A lady always loves to hear words like that." 388 giggled. 5's magic lifted the hat from her head. "hmm, and interesting way to start that day. I really appreciate this hat. But I think I will wear it on more important dates." "Oh that is just fine, darling!" 388 waved her hoof. 5 walked out with 388 into the town. Many ponies greeted her. But 5 just wanted to stay in contact with the ponies she had already met. She felt that the five so far were good enough as a subject for her assignment. 521 came down with the two unicorns, and gave 5 some apple for a breakfast. They were some of the best apples that 5 had ever eaten. During the day, 690 dragged 5 into the bakery where she lived. 5 tried to be friendly and cooperate. 690 seemed to force her to try all the different cakes, but in the end, 5 was tired of the taste of sugar. 5 thanked 690 for the food, and quickly left the shop. 5 felt that the ponies in Ponyville were TOO welcoming. They wanted her to be their friend. They wanted her to feel like a real Ponyville citizen, but 5 was from Cantorlot. And the longer 5 was in this town, the more she wished she was home. But she still have to do her assignment for 1. Midday was soon closing out to be evening. 5 sat down on a hill and watch the town. She needed some time alone, away from the crowd. She cleared her mind of her duty for 1, and the craziness of the ponies she met. But the thought of what Spike said before, finding out names, kept entering her mind. The sound of clopping filled 5's left ear. She twisted her head and saw a think pink mare. She had a curly purple, yellow and pink mane. Her wings were tipped with violet that matched her sweet gaze. "3! What are you doing here?" 5 asked. "I wanted to see how you were doing." She smiled. 3 sat down next to 5. "Why aren't you out in the city?" "I was, but I just needed some time to clear my mind." 5 sighed. "I met some ponies so far, I think the group I got is enough to report to 1." "Hmm, that's good. I know these ponies are very nice here." 3 said. "A bit too nice.... They keep bothering me with welcome gifts and conversations." 5 complained. "This city is filled with a lot of love. And these ponies want to give it away. And you know I know a lot about love." "How many ponies are in this town?" 5 questioned. "Well, there are 3 cities, so they are split about equally. here, it is small, so about 300. And there is 300 in Cloudsdale, and about 400 in Cantorlot, since it is the capital." 3 stated. " Most of the ponies here are earth-ponies, while only pegasi are in Cloudsdale. And most unicorns are in Cantorlot." "Hmm... but I have met many ponies here that are unicorns and pegasi." 5 added. "I don't doubt it." 3 tilted her head. They were quiet for a few moments. 5 could still see many of the ponies, being as friendly as ever. She knew that she would have to report to 1 soon. But what was the exact thing she had to report. "I don't understand why there is 1000 ponies... and why each gets a number. Does 1 actually know everypony by number?" 5 asked 3. "She knows the basics of everypony. But she only wants you to report numbers so she can get to know them more. 1 wants the most information of good ponies as possible." "Hmm, It would be easier if each had a name." 5 said her own thoughts. "Spike did say-" Suddenly she covered her mouth with her hoof. "Huh?" 3 asked, turning her head with her curly mane bouncing. "Who is that? Is it a pony with a name!?" "Oh please... 3 can you keep a secret? For sister-in-laws? I do not want 1 to find out." "I... I guess so." "Well, I have a friend. He does have a name, but he is not a pony. He is a good friend, and he helps me a lot. He is probably the closest friend I have till I get to know these other ponies more. But I don't want 1 to find out for some reason, I'm afraid she will take him away since he does have a name." "But he is a true friend? Then you need to keep him... And you say he may be the closest till you get to know the other ponies? So you will be good friends with them?" 3 spoke. "Well, I have some connection with those ponies... I don't know what it is. I feel something between them, unlike any other pony I have met. Maybe it's destiny." 5 looked to the ground. "I also feel that these ponies are so special that they do need names. Do you know how to get names?" "5, that is not safe you know!" 3 called back. "1 doesn't let that happen. But if you could figure how to, and keep a secret, I guess you could." 3 got to her hooves, and started to walk away. Then she turned around "But I wouldn't advise that." The even came through, with many warm colors crossing the sky. 5 entered her home, and closed the door. She jumped when she saw the library was wreaked. All the books were knocked down, and the wooden pony bust was gone. "SPIKE!" 5 yelled. Suddenly, he jumped out from behind the statue pedestal. He had huge eyes, and ran to 5 with excitement. He held up an unraveled scroll, and a piece of ripped paper. "What is this!?" 5 called out. "A spell. I was looking through that book that was about.. '4'. And I found in the back, a page was ripped out! I knew it had to be in the library somewhere. It was underneath the bust. There was a hole in the bottom, come see!" The little purple dragon dragged 5 behind the pedestal. He pointed to the knocked over but. There was a compartment in the base of it. "I also found this scroll in it. There is a list of numbers on it.... It's... It's a-" "Spike, don't tell me it's a name spell!" 5 cried. But Spike nodded. "It has a spell, and says what you need to find your true name. Please 5, we need to try this. We can keep it a secret!! I'm sure!! I know that you want this!" 5 suddenly thought for a while. She remembered arguing with 1 about having names or not. And 5 thought about the thoughts of 1000 ponies, and no names that confused her so. 5 really did want something like this. And the book that it came from did seem promising. So 5's magenta aura picked up the paper. "It does have a spell... and it says that we need.... a soul stone? It has a picture, of a crystal. It can be found in the..." 5 shivered. "The Everfree forest!" "I know your a brave pony! We can do this." Spike encouraged her. "I bet going at night would be better, so nopony finds us. I will go!! Even if I am... a little scared... but I will go! 5 picked up a saddlebag and placed it around her waist. She rolled up the piece of paper an place it inside. She stared toward the window, and saw that it was dark now. The moonlight shinned through. "All right lets go!" 5's light violet hooves looked like dark purple in the night through the forest. A chill of wind rushed against her coat. Spike kept close to 5, and scanned the trees. A chatter of a bird called, and he jumped when he heard it. 5's magic lit the way, and held the paper in front of her. She looked at the picture, and a map. The map showed where she could find the stone in the Everfree. But the map was old, and confusing. 5 tried her hardest to read it and understand. What if this was a bad idea. Suddenly, there was a noise from the bushed. Spike leaped, and so did 5. This did not sound like a bird. Clopping of hooves came forward. 5 stood completely still. In the moonlight, a sillouhet appeared. The pony glared at the two. But this pony seemed familiar to 5. Her mane flowed and sparkled like the night sky, and her gaze looked like the moon. "Uh... 2...?" 5 stuttered. "You are her for a quest?" The Alicorn spoke softly. "I.. I ..." "I know what it is... You want to find the soul stone. And use a spell to find your name." 2 said, and 5's heart sank with fear. "But do not worry, I shall not tell 1. I agree with this. And I believe a pony like you deserves a name. I know the night better then anypony, for I have found the stone for you. Then, and dark blue aura came down by 5. A medium sized crystal appeared. It looked just like it did in the picture. 5's reflection showed with the light of the moon. She was so grateful that 2 had gotten it for her. "Thank you-" But when 5 gazed up, 2 had vanished. One By One By OneOne By One By One It was early morning, the sun had not even crossed the horizon, only faint light appeared. 5 had gotten home now, and only gave herself and hour or two of sleep. She really wanted to try the spell. Her time seemed to slip away quickly now, for she was anxious. 5 sat the stone down where the bust was, in the middle of the room. Spike had gone and locked the door, and closed the curtains. For they didn't want anypony to find out what was going on. 5 placed the paper with the spell and instruction on the floor in front of her. She stood up, and her violet eyes studied the stone, then the paper. She read it very carefully. She read the worlds out loud. "First, place your forehead to the stone. Then clear your mind. Only think of yourself, what your talent is. This of all of your memories, the truth of who you are. Do NOT think of numbers, and the rule of 1. After your mind is set, say the spell below with closed eyes." Then she read the spell in her mind. Then 5 placed her head on the stone, her horn clicked against it. She cleared her mind. 5 thought about how much she wanted a name. She thought about how much she love to read and study, and how she loved to learn new spells. She knew that she was powerful with her magic. And used it very. Then she spoke the words. "For the truth to be told And a new light I hold. Over the past of wrong Against the rule's song To do yourself undone Like an army falling One By One By One". Her mind then raced, filled with so many flashes. What was happening? It was as a spirit whispered to her, through a dream. And something came to 5, from the bottom of her heart. Two worlds that called to her. 'Twilight Sparkle." Just then, 5 gasped. "TwilightSparkle! That's my name." But just as that happen, a knock came from the door. The unicorn jumped, and saw that more light rays shined from the windows. A squeaky voice called out. "Hey 5? Are you alright? I thought I saw you out last night. And I came here, and your windows are shut, it looks dark in there. Are you okay?" The unicorn glared at Spike. "It's 435... I guess you can let her in." Spike opened the door, then quickly grabbed the pegasus' wing with his claws, and dragged her inside. He slammed the door behind her. "435! This is great! I have found my own name! With a spell that spike found! And you can get your own name too! 435, why don't you go find 388, 690, 521, and 752! And only them, nopony else!" "Oh, alright." 435 said with great excitement. Her expression was confusion and happiness, all at the same time. Then the blue pegasus raced out the door that Spike opened. Later, all six ponies sat with 5, or now, TwilightSparkle. She gave a huge smile while she explained how to do the spell. She showed the paper to the girls, and encouraged them to try. "I'll go first!" 435 called out. She came to the stone, and placed her forehead to it. She thought about herself, and how she loves to do stunts. She remembers how loyal she was to her hometown, Cloudsdale. She knew about her ability to work with weather.After she spoke the poem, the whisper came to her. The words spoke ' Rainbow Dash.' Then 435 yelled. "RainbowDash! That's my name!" She leaped into the air, fluttering. "That's an awesome name!! I do have a rainbow mane, and I love to dash!" She then whipped around the room in a circle, then landed buy the others. 388 stepped up, and placed her head down, her white horn clanking against the crystal. She thought of her love of fashion, and searching for gems. She had always love to make things for other ponies. She thought of this while speaking the spell, and the word came to her quickly. unlike the others, it was only one word, 'Rarity'. 388 let in a gasp of air. "Oh it's perfect! My name is Rarity! How wonderful. I am rare, am I not? Unique, yes!!" Next was 690, who bounced over to the stone. Her thoughts were about all of the happiness she has given to the citizens, all of the laughter. She thought about her love of parties and sweets. She spoke the spell quite quickly, ans the words were 'Pinkie Pie'. "Oh, Oh Oh!" She jumped into the air. "Pinkie Pie!! I am pink, and I do love pie!!!" The next pony was 521. She took her hat off and placed it on the ground. She thought about her family, and her farm. She loved to grow apples, and give them to ponies. She always wanted everypony to find joy in the fruits. She said the words in her country accents, and the perfect name came, 'AppleJack.' "Hmm.. AppleJack? I guess that's a good name, I do run Sweet Apple Acres." The last pony was 752. But she still sat on the floor. She gave a fearful face. The mares came to her, but she scooted away. "Come on, you need your name." 388, or now Rarity told her." "No.. it's not a good idea. We're gonna get in trouble." TwilightSparkle reassured her. "But I am sure you will have a great name. I am sure your animal friends would agree." "I... I guess." 752 said. Then she slowly went up to the stone She did think about the animals, and how they gave her much joy. She said the words in a low whisper. Her name came as 'Flutter Shy'. She opened her teal eyes and looked to the mares. She stuttered. "Fl... FlutterShy..." "Oh, what a lovely name." Rarity smiled. "You are quite shy." Then all of the ponies followed TwilightSparkle into the early day light. They all smiled for their descovery. But then Twilight gazed forward, and her heart sank. The princess, 1, was standing in front of them. Her eyes glared down as her mane flowed with the wind. "My dearest student, 5. It has been 3 days since you left Cantorlot. And I still await a letter. Even if you don't have any information, you could of given me a few numbers." Twilight swallowed hard. "I, I am sorry. I did write a letter, but I had forgotten to send it. But you see, these are some of the ponies I have met." She looked at the mares." Well, their numbers are-" "No! No numbers!" RainbowDash called out. "We will not do that. "What?! But, that is not right, do you want to be-" "I am RainbowDash!" The pegasus flied up to the princess. "And I will not be called by a number anymore! We all have names! TwilightSparkle helped us... or you would call her '5'!" "What?" 1 stood in disbelief. "It is true." Rarity came up too. "My name is Rarity. I was 388, but my name is much more better. And there, are the other ponies with names. FlutterShy, AppleJack, PinkiePie." 1 suddenly jumped into the air, her eyes flashed with rage. "How could you possibly have names! It is not right! Everypony has numbers and only numbers! How dare all of you defy my laws!" All of the ponies in the town seemed to crowd around the commotion. They stare with confusion. And the two other princesses came to the side. 2 was on the left, while 3 was on the right. "2, 3! You need to help me here! these ponies should not have names! We need to-" But 1 was interrupted by her sister. "No, I will not do as you say. These ponies deserve names, and not silly numbers. Names that tell them who they really are! Names that go with their talent! I agree with these citizen, I understand." 2 Fluttered over to the six mares. "And as a princess, I know my own name. I am Luna! And why have you tell me otherwise, Celestia?" "Celestia?" TwilightSparkle said. "So that is your name 1! And It is true, that the princesses know their names!" "Yes, of course." 3 came over to the group. "And I agree too. I create love, and these numbers are keeping our love down! For I am Mi Amore Cadenza!" The pink Alicorn looked to Twilight. "But you can just call me Cadence." "How... How dare you!!!" !, or now, Celestia yelled. "This number system has been in this world for a thousand years! There is no way I will let all of you do this." All of the ponies in the town murmured, and spoke with fear. What would the princess do to them. But Luna stepped up, and then with her magic, dragged the soul stone from TwilightSparkle's house. She raised it high. "All ponies deserve a name!! And like you said Celestia, this number system has been going on for a thousand years. That is way too long! All ponies, you must say the spell now!" Then Luna's magic shot into the sky, and shimmered over the town, all of the ponies seemed to know what to do. Cadence let a laser of magic into the sky too. Both magics of the ponies filled the air, and the soul stone stood in the middle of all of it. "TwilightSparkle!" Cadence called over. "We need help of the most powerful of all ponies. You are surely the most powerful unicorn I know. Use your magic, since you know the spell the best. Then you, and your friends, say the poem all together!" The purple unicorn stood up tall, and her magenta magic shot up to the stone. All of the three ponies' magic made them much more powerful then the Princess. The stone glowed, and all the ponies took their spots. Celestia watched, powerless. Then the two princesses, and the six mares spoke the words, while all the other ponies watched the stone. "For the truth to be told And a new light I hold. Over the past of wrong Against the rule's song To do yourself undone Like an army falling One By One By One" Just then, a beautiful aura wiped out into the sky, covering the world it seemed. And all the ponies stood, mumbling, for now they knew their own names. The gray pegasus Twilight had met the first day flutter over to them. "Ohh, my name is Derpy Hooves!! I don't know what it means, but it's much better then 999!." She giggled. A light aqua unicorn jumped to them with a huge smile and golden eyes. "Lyra HeartStrings!! It's perfect, I love to play the lyre!" All of the ponies were happy, all bu Celestia, who watched over them with rage. The group of mares crouched down in fear as she drew closer. But then the anger in her eyes faded. "I guess that I should of seen this coming. For you, TwilightSparkle, are a smart and powerful pony. I know all of the names already, but I guess I should of gave them away. For a thousand years of numbers, broken by a thousand ponies. I guess this is a new beginning. But it will be very hard to end. "Maybe, my dear sister," Luna started to speak. "This will be easier. Every name is unique, going along with each ponies' talent. I think it is perfect." Celestia nodded, then looked down at the mares. "TwilightSparkle, you and your new friends should help me expand the world. For It should go further then the three cities. RainbowDash, Rarity, AppleJack, PinkiePie, and FlutterShy. I will put all of my trust in you. And you should write me letters for every time you find a new city." "So a quest? A journey?" Twilight spoke. "I guess that will give me time to get to know these girls, and-" Spike then jumped from the doorway of the library. "I can come with." I stared up at the princess. "I hope it is allowed now, since have always had a name." The Princess nodded. "Of course. And I will hope the best of you all." And a new beginning came to the world that was centered around numbers. Now it was centered around the talents of ponies. The princess will think different now, but will get to know names of interesting ponies.
NumeralsPrologue Every world has its own society, it's own government.Some ways can be harsh and confusing, making turmoil into civil war. In one world, the government is based on numbers. The ruler, a princess, the white mare that is said to raise the sun, was the creator of this government. Everypony got a number. The lower the number, the higher the rank. The princess was 1. She had made an area blocked off from the rest of the world. Only three cities, 1000 ponies. Whenever a pony was born, they would have to wait for another to die, and take their number. Many ponies hated this government, having to announce the new positions of numbers. And why couldn't a pony have their own name? But the strictness of the princess took them away from rebellion. The Princess had a sister, that stood by her side.The dark was said to raise the moon. Both of these ponies help keep everything in order. One by one by one. 1 had a student also. She put every trust in her, for as powerful as the student was. A purple unicorn with extreme magic, for her talent was only magic. The princess decided to change her number, making it lower. 1 had changed it to 5. But 5 was confused, she couldn't remember the number she had before, and why was it '5'. "1, why have you given me this number?" 5 asked one day. "Whatever do you mean?" 1 replied." "Why is it 5. I know you are 1, and of course there is 2. And 3 is my sister-in-law, the pony to create love. But who is 4? Never in my life have I seen 4." "Never mind, my dear 5." 1 placed her horn on 5's forehead. "There is more to worry about in this life." "But why do we have numbers? Don't we all get names?" The white mare's head shot up. Her pinky purple eyes stared at 5. "I have told you that is something not to question about. And every number is special. All you need is a number to show your strengths. If a pony says a number, they know who it is." The smaller unicorn trotted backwards from 1's flowing mane. "I guess." "Now go! You should have work to do. You shouldn't spend all your time in Cantorlot. I tell you now, there should be many ponies in Ponyville. Get to know some, and tell me their numbers to give them praise. "Yes 1." 5 Spoke, and galloped away. Numerals 5 took a few steps onto the ground from the chariot. She didn't know how she was going to find ponies to report to 1. But she knew that she couldn't disobey. Saying 'no' to 1 would be the biggest mistake anypony could make. So 5 watched around the small town, with many ponies playing and working. "Why don't you go find our place." 5 told a small purple dragon "Alright" He nodded, and ran off. He was a companion 5 had befriended. He helped her with many spells and books. Since he wasn't a pony ,he had no number. His name was Spike. But the one thing was that 1 didn't know about him. All she knew was that her letters from 5 came from a green flame. She did not seem to question it, so Spike was safe. 5 was afraid that she would take him away, not being a pony with a number. 5 gazed around. She watched each pony separately, looking to see if any were interesting. The unicorn's light purple hooves stopped, as she watched a gray pegasus play with a bubble wand. She looked very cheery, as the bubbles floated up. "Hello there." 5 said. Then the gray pegasus looked around at her, and smiled."Hi!" Her eyes did not seem to line up, but 5 did not want to be rude and asked about them. "Um..." 5 tried to get words out, still confused about her gaze. "What is your number?" "Oh, I'm 999!" She giggled, and her wings spread out. "999? That seems like a number easy to remember." Then 999 nodded, and kept blowing the bubbles. She did not seem like a pony 5 wanted to report to 1. So 5 kept trotting on, wondering about that pony. Were all the ponies in this town odd? But 5 guess that something odd about everypony could make them interesting. Being boring would not be good to report. Suddenly, something rusehd above 5. She ducked down quickly. 5 flipped around to see what it was . Dazed, she saw a light blue pegasus flying up. Her mane was a rainbow, and stood out among the sky. 5 jumped up. "Hey, watch where you're flying!!!" 5 yelled. "Who are you talking to? Me?!" The pegasus called back in a squeaky voice. "Yeah! You could of took my head off!" The blue pony snorted. "Well don't you know to get out of the way when somepony is flying?! Especially me!" "What's you're number!?" 5 asked with anger. "What?! Asking so quickly, when your the one that interrupted me! Well, I am 435, the awesome number!!!" "Hmm, 435? You say that you are awesome?" "Of course!! Would you like to see?" But even before 5 could answer, 435 shot up into the air, blue feather flowing down. She raced into the sky with tremendous speed. Then 435 flipped back down, and hurled muzzled first. She swept her wings and swept towards 5, lifting a wind through her violet mane. 5 turned around and watched 435 land on her hooves. "Hmm, you got pretty good skills." 5 replied. "I guess you can be a pony I can report to 1." "Yep-." Then 435 stopped, surprised at what she said. "1? The princess. You couldn't possibly know her! And why report me? What's your number!?" "Whoa, whoa, not so many questions at a time." 5 shook her head. "I wouldn't report you for bad, this is for good. It's an assignment 1 gave me. I'm her student. My number is 5, and it is only so low because 1 lowered it." "I don't believe you!" 435 snapped. "Well, then why don't you come with me, I need to find more ponies." 5 said, and trotted forward. 435 followed her by flying, a slower speed then what she used for her acrobat stunts. She fluttered above the ground will giving an annoyed fave to 5. This pony seemed to have a hard time believe something like this, even if it was the truth. Before they knew it, they started talking, explaining things about each other. "So you're from Cantorlot, and I'm from Cloudsdale. And we meet in Ponyville? That seems odd." 435 started. "We met in the middle of the 3 cities." "I just wish that 1 would give us more cities. And why must there only be 1000 ponies in all?" 5 said. When the two mares walked out into the fields, 5 noticed another pony in them. She was a pure white unicorn, with a curled violet mane. She seemed to be digging with her magic. She took out gems from the ground and placed them in a wicker basket. Then her blue eyes glazed over and brightened when she saw 435. "Oh, 435! It is lovely to see you! I was wondering if you can tell me the weather forecast for the next few days." She asked in an elegant voice. "And what reason would I tell you. Sometimes the weather can vary." "I just need to know, I'm going to be searching for gems, and I don't want to be in the rain and mud!" The unicorn shivered. She she glanced at 5. "Oh hello there. You must be new. What is your number, dear?" "I am 5, I come from Cantorlot. I am doing an assignment for 1, taking numbers of interesting ponies." Then the white mare gasped." Cantorlot!? Princess 1?! How wonderful! I certainly hope I am an interesting pony. I'd love for the princess to know my number. It is 388, by the way." 5 nodded with agreement. "DO you think that there is any other ponies that are interesting." "Well, we are by Sweet Apple Acres, but..." 388 shivered again. "That is such a dirty place!" "Oh come on! I'm sure that 521 would like some company!" 435 flew off. 5 and 388 followed her. 388 still seemed to be amazing by 5. "I always wished to live in Cantorlot. It seems much more up-class then this town. I am a lady, a true unicorn, I deserve to live in such city." "Maybe I can give you a tour some time, 388." 5 retorted. "Oh that would be just wonderful! I'd really appreciate that 5." 5 looked above herself, and so did 388. There was lush green tree that held ripe red fruits. The unicorns gazed forward again, and saw the trees flooded the hills. They ranged in size and color. 435 sat down in one of the trees. She brushed away some of the leaves at her side. "Hey 521!!" She called out. Suddenly, an orange earth-pony galloped over to them. Her blonde hair bounced with a hat that sat on her head. She stood up tall in front of them. "Howdy girls!" She smiled. "Have you been doing good?" "Hey! I got a pony here who needs some interesting ponies! She said that she needs do do this for 1! I guess you're a good pony. You do pretty much run this apple farm." 435 turned her head over. "Hey 5, this is 521! She works here at Sweet Apple Acres!" "Oh, a pony who is working for the princess?" 521 tilted her head. "Well I'm sure yer a good pony, probably from Cantorlot right?" She placed her orange hoof around 5 as the unicorn nodded. "This town is filled with lots of good ponies. There'd be no problem finding some. I see ya got 435 and 388 so far? They are some nice gals!" "So you run this whole place?!" 5 asked. "Well, with my family! My little sister and big brother, my grandmother too! Sometimes we have some others come down too. We probably have the biggest family in all of this world." "Yet there is only 1000 ponies." 388 added, with her elegant accent. "Hmm, true." 521 looked to the trees. "Why don't you gals help yerselvs to some apples." 435 shot from the tree. "Nah, we don't got time!" 388 rolled her eyes. She looked ahead, wanted to get out of the fields. For 388 did not like the outside that much, and wanted to get her hooves inside soon. She trotted along side the two ponies, who watched 435. Where ever could they go now? What ponies would they run into? So far, 5 found 435, the daredevil pegasus. And 388, the elegant unicorn, and 521, the easy-going earth-pony. 5 didn't really know these ponies, but for some reason, she felt a connection. It was like these mares were meant to be together, to get over a certain situation. But what would that be? 5's ears flickered as she heard chirping of birds. She twisted her head and caught sight of a yellow pegasus. He long pink mane covered her face. But when her teal eyes saw the other ponies, she jumped, and hid behind a bush. The little birds that were around her then flew off. "Who is that?" 5 asked 388. "Oh, that is 752. She is a shy little pony. It is not easy for you to talk to her. She seems to speak with those animals. I respect the beauty of them, but they are just so dirty!" 5 took her hooves over to the bush. She knelled down and used her magenta magic to pull away the leaves. The yellow pony shuttered as her hooves covered her face. "752, right?" 5 spoke quietly. "What... what do you want?" She stuttered. "I see that you can work with those birds very well. May you tell me how you do that? The princess might be interested in such things." "What matter could that princess care about me. I'm just a little pony." 752 replied in her high pitched voice. "You know the princess? Well please don't tell her about me! Leave me alone!" "Oh come on 752." 521 urged her from behind 5. "This is 5, she is a nice gal." 5 extended her right forehoof out to 752.Both of their eyes met, and the uncertainty in 752's gaze left. Just like 5 had felt the connection with the others, she felt it with this pony. The yellow pegasus placed her hoof on 5's hoof. She liffed up with her wings folded down. 521 glanced over at the west sky. "I think it might be getting late soon." "I need find where I am staying. Its in a library I believe." 5 said. "A library... how boring" 435 gagged. "My friend should already be there." "What is your friend like? What's their number?" 521 asked. "Well, he doesn't have a number. You see he is a dragon, so he has a name... Spike." "A dragon!" 752 spoke in fear, and bent down again. "He's only a baby dragon. He's a good friend." 5 assured her. All of the ponies got back onto the dirt path. 5 really didn't want the ponies going into her new home, but they still followed her. 5 would have to get back with the ponies later, for these were the only ones she knew so far. And 5 really didn't want to get so many more numbers confused in her mind. Yet 5 was usual an organized pony. Suddenly, a bright flash came from the right. They were in the town now, walking along shops. 5 watched to her right side, then saw a bouncing pink mare wave. She quickly galloped over to the group. She gave a huge smile that went with her big blue eyes. "Hey there!!! Are you new? That's so cool! It's nice to meet you! My number is 690! Ponyville is an awesome city!!! I should throw you a party!" The pink mare spoke with so much excitement, 5 could barely catch a word she said. All she heard was '690'. "So... you are 690?" 5 shook her head. "Yep!!!" She squeaked. "Hmm, you seem so happy..." 388's white hooves stepped forward. "She is always like this." She told 5, then looked to 690. "We are trying to find 5's home. She is from Cantorlot! She is under the order of 1." "Oooh! You know 1! Wow, maybe you can get her to come here, and I can throw her a party! That will probably make her less grumpy! And why don't I throw you a part at your home!" "690, all I want to do is get to my home, yet I really don't know what it is like. I guess it seems that I really am moving here. I never really expected that. And please don't call 1 grumpy, she has much to do." 690 bounced along the side of the other ponies. She talked about how she lives in a bakery, and how she throws parties for everypony. She was the most excited pony 5 had ever met. Would 690 be a good pony to report to 1? She seemed very interesting, being so happy. 5 gazed over, and she saw her friend spike, standing in front of a door. He waved his tiny hand. 5 trotted to him slowly, for she was tired. "Hey 5!! It looks like you got some ponies. That's great!" Spike welcomed. "Yeah..." 5 turned to the mares. "You guys, maybe we can talk tomorrow-" "Oh, a baby dragon! I didn't know he'd be so cute!" 752 spoke with less shyness then ever. "Huh?" Spike pushed himself against the door. "752, I know how ya like animals" 521 started. "But I think 5 really wants to get settled in." "Ohh..." 752 tilted her head down, with her long pink mane covering her face. All of the mares left 5 by her new home. As they trotted, they waved their hooves. 5 waved her hoof to them uncomfortably. Had she accidentally made friends? Those ponies seem that they thought they were friends with 5. But all the unicorn wanted was to do as 1 ordered. Author's Note I'm sorry if the numbers are hard to remember. I try to use the best descriptions to give you memory. Even on the cover I put the numbers of the mane six.
Points Of AuthorityPoints of Authority It was the morning, light stretched onto the floor. 5's eyes slowly opened. Her bed was uncountable compared to the one in Cantorlot. Her violet eyes stared over, and saw Spike going through some books. She stepped down the stairs at the side, and passed a wooden pony bust. "What are you doing?" "I'm looking through these spells." Spike stated. "If you're... we're gonna live here, don't we want to know what we got?" "Yeah, I guess so. I can probably go through these and organized them the way I want." 5 yawned. "Do you think those ponies are going to come back?" "I don't know... I really didn't even get to say hi." Spike shrugged. "Why don't we write some things down, before we forget." Spike walked over to a drawn. He opened it and looked inside. His purple claws snatched a sheet of paper, the other hand grabbed a quill. Spike then came back to 5. 5 sat down and yawned again. She shook her head. "Okay, write this down: Dear Princess, The other day, I have met some ponies. They seem quite inserting. I hope you think so too. First I met 435, she is a daredevil pegasus. She is able to do incredible stunts while working with the weather. Next, is 388. She is a lovely unicorn, who seems to have an elegant style. I saw her searching for gems-" Spike interrupted, but still wrote down what she said. "388 was that unicorn? She looked very pretty!" "Spike!" 5 snapped. "Just write down what I say: After that, They brought me to 521. She is a country pony, living on an apple farm, which she pretty much runs. She is a easy-going pony. Then I saw 752. She is very shy round other ponies, but not animals. She seemed to be able to speak with them. She has some true talent. The last was the craziest. 690. She jumped out of nowhere. She wanted to throw me a party, and possibly a party for YOU. But all of these pony were vary nice. I will talk with them more." "That's all?" Spike asked. "Yes, but don't send it or anything. Just keep it in a safe place. Like I said, I will need to talk with them more." 5 got to her hooves and stared at the books on the shelves. "I wonder what kind of spell I have here." "Maybe one that can give you ponies names." 5 whipped her head around. "We can't do that! That is against the law. And how could we even give a certain name to a pony. That's ridiculous." "I dunno. It's just that I am getting so confused with every number, It's so hard to figure out who is who." Magenta magic lifted up the piece of paper and left it on the table. The magic then moved to the shelf, which lifted up a book. 5 gazed at it for while, and red the cover. 'the original spells of the first '4'. "4?" 5 thought aloud. "The first 4? Wow, that means this came from a log time ago. But who has the number now?" 5's magic flipped open the book. "Wow, this has so many spells in it! Some to slow down time, some to turn invisible!! "Is there any that-" "No! Spike, I will not look for name spells!" "But why do I have a name?" He tilted his head. "Because you are not a pony. And since you do have a name, I have to keep you a secret from 1." "Alright..." Spike rolled his eyes, then went up the stairs. 5 looked at the other books. A lot of them seemed stupid. Some were not even spells, but history books. 5 was always fascinated in history. But she could probably read a different time. For just then, there was a knock on the door. 5 turned her head over, and trotted up to open it. She found herself looking at 388. "Good morning 5. I am sorry if I have bothered you." She said. "Oh, not at all." 5 replied. "Oh splendid! I have a welcome gift for you! I made it last night." A blue aura lifted up something from behind 388. It was a pink hat, with blue and indigo gemstones and feathers. She placed it on 5's head. "Oh yes, It goes nicely with your eyes." "Um... it's... it's very pretty..." 5 gagged. Spike ran down from the stairs and gazed at the two ponies. "I think that hat is awesome and..." He turned to 388. "All I must say to you is that... you are very beautiful!" "Oh, thank you! A lady always loves to hear words like that." 388 giggled. 5's magic lifted the hat from her head. "hmm, and interesting way to start that day. I really appreciate this hat. But I think I will wear it on more important dates." "Oh that is just fine, darling!" 388 waved her hoof. 5 walked out with 388 into the town. Many ponies greeted her. But 5 just wanted to stay in contact with the ponies she had already met. She felt that the five so far were good enough as a subject for her assignment. 521 came down with the two unicorns, and gave 5 some apple for a breakfast. They were some of the best apples that 5 had ever eaten. During the day, 690 dragged 5 into the bakery where she lived. 5 tried to be friendly and cooperate. 690 seemed to force her to try all the different cakes, but in the end, 5 was tired of the taste of sugar. 5 thanked 690 for the food, and quickly left the shop. 5 felt that the ponies in Ponyville were TOO welcoming. They wanted her to be their friend. They wanted her to feel like a real Ponyville citizen, but 5 was from Cantorlot. And the longer 5 was in this town, the more she wished she was home. But she still have to do her assignment for 1. Midday was soon closing out to be evening. 5 sat down on a hill and watch the town. She needed some time alone, away from the crowd. She cleared her mind of her duty for 1, and the craziness of the ponies she met. But the thought of what Spike said before, finding out names, kept entering her mind. The sound of clopping filled 5's left ear. She twisted her head and saw a think pink mare. She had a curly purple, yellow and pink mane. Her wings were tipped with violet that matched her sweet gaze. "3! What are you doing here?" 5 asked. "I wanted to see how you were doing." She smiled. 3 sat down next to 5. "Why aren't you out in the city?" "I was, but I just needed some time to clear my mind." 5 sighed. "I met some ponies so far, I think the group I got is enough to report to 1." "Hmm, that's good. I know these ponies are very nice here." 3 said. "A bit too nice.... They keep bothering me with welcome gifts and conversations." 5 complained. "This city is filled with a lot of love. And these ponies want to give it away. And you know I know a lot about love." "How many ponies are in this town?" 5 questioned. "Well, there are 3 cities, so they are split about equally. here, it is small, so about 300. And there is 300 in Cloudsdale, and about 400 in Cantorlot, since it is the capital." 3 stated. " Most of the ponies here are earth-ponies, while only pegasi are in Cloudsdale. And most unicorns are in Cantorlot." "Hmm... but I have met many ponies here that are unicorns and pegasi." 5 added. "I don't doubt it." 3 tilted her head. They were quiet for a few moments. 5 could still see many of the ponies, being as friendly as ever. She knew that she would have to report to 1 soon. But what was the exact thing she had to report. "I don't understand why there is 1000 ponies... and why each gets a number. Does 1 actually know everypony by number?" 5 asked 3. "She knows the basics of everypony. But she only wants you to report numbers so she can get to know them more. 1 wants the most information of good ponies as possible." "Hmm, It would be easier if each had a name." 5 said her own thoughts. "Spike did say-" Suddenly she covered her mouth with her hoof. "Huh?" 3 asked, turning her head with her curly mane bouncing. "Who is that? Is it a pony with a name!?" "Oh please... 3 can you keep a secret? For sister-in-laws? I do not want 1 to find out." "I... I guess so." "Well, I have a friend. He does have a name, but he is not a pony. He is a good friend, and he helps me a lot. He is probably the closest friend I have till I get to know these other ponies more. But I don't want 1 to find out for some reason, I'm afraid she will take him away since he does have a name." "But he is a true friend? Then you need to keep him... And you say he may be the closest till you get to know the other ponies? So you will be good friends with them?" 3 spoke. "Well, I have some connection with those ponies... I don't know what it is. I feel something between them, unlike any other pony I have met. Maybe it's destiny." 5 looked to the ground. "I also feel that these ponies are so special that they do need names. Do you know how to get names?" "5, that is not safe you know!" 3 called back. "1 doesn't let that happen. But if you could figure how to, and keep a secret, I guess you could." 3 got to her hooves, and started to walk away. Then she turned around "But I wouldn't advise that." The even came through, with many warm colors crossing the sky. 5 entered her home, and closed the door. She jumped when she saw the library was wreaked. All the books were knocked down, and the wooden pony bust was gone. "SPIKE!" 5 yelled. Suddenly, he jumped out from behind the statue pedestal. He had huge eyes, and ran to 5 with excitement. He held up an unraveled scroll, and a piece of ripped paper. "What is this!?" 5 called out. "A spell. I was looking through that book that was about.. '4'. And I found in the back, a page was ripped out! I knew it had to be in the library somewhere. It was underneath the bust. There was a hole in the bottom, come see!" The little purple dragon dragged 5 behind the pedestal. He pointed to the knocked over but. There was a compartment in the base of it. "I also found this scroll in it. There is a list of numbers on it.... It's... It's a-" "Spike, don't tell me it's a name spell!" 5 cried. But Spike nodded. "It has a spell, and says what you need to find your true name. Please 5, we need to try this. We can keep it a secret!! I'm sure!! I know that you want this!" 5 suddenly thought for a while. She remembered arguing with 1 about having names or not. And 5 thought about the thoughts of 1000 ponies, and no names that confused her so. 5 really did want something like this. And the book that it came from did seem promising. So 5's magenta aura picked up the paper. "It does have a spell... and it says that we need.... a soul stone? It has a picture, of a crystal. It can be found in the..." 5 shivered. "The Everfree forest!" "I know your a brave pony! We can do this." Spike encouraged her. "I bet going at night would be better, so nopony finds us. I will go!! Even if I am... a little scared... but I will go! 5 picked up a saddlebag and placed it around her waist. She rolled up the piece of paper an place it inside. She stared toward the window, and saw that it was dark now. The moonlight shinned through. "All right lets go!" 5's light violet hooves looked like dark purple in the night through the forest. A chill of wind rushed against her coat. Spike kept close to 5, and scanned the trees. A chatter of a bird called, and he jumped when he heard it. 5's magic lit the way, and held the paper in front of her. She looked at the picture, and a map. The map showed where she could find the stone in the Everfree. But the map was old, and confusing. 5 tried her hardest to read it and understand. What if this was a bad idea. Suddenly, there was a noise from the bushed. Spike leaped, and so did 5. This did not sound like a bird. Clopping of hooves came forward. 5 stood completely still. In the moonlight, a sillouhet appeared. The pony glared at the two. But this pony seemed familiar to 5. Her mane flowed and sparkled like the night sky, and her gaze looked like the moon. "Uh... 2...?" 5 stuttered. "You are her for a quest?" The Alicorn spoke softly. "I.. I ..." "I know what it is... You want to find the soul stone. And use a spell to find your name." 2 said, and 5's heart sank with fear. "But do not worry, I shall not tell 1. I agree with this. And I believe a pony like you deserves a name. I know the night better then anypony, for I have found the stone for you. Then, and dark blue aura came down by 5. A medium sized crystal appeared. It looked just like it did in the picture. 5's reflection showed with the light of the moon. She was so grateful that 2 had gotten it for her. "Thank you-" But when 5 gazed up, 2 had vanished.
One By One By OneOne By One By One It was early morning, the sun had not even crossed the horizon, only faint light appeared. 5 had gotten home now, and only gave herself and hour or two of sleep. She really wanted to try the spell. Her time seemed to slip away quickly now, for she was anxious. 5 sat the stone down where the bust was, in the middle of the room. Spike had gone and locked the door, and closed the curtains. For they didn't want anypony to find out what was going on. 5 placed the paper with the spell and instruction on the floor in front of her. She stood up, and her violet eyes studied the stone, then the paper. She read it very carefully. She read the worlds out loud. "First, place your forehead to the stone. Then clear your mind. Only think of yourself, what your talent is. This of all of your memories, the truth of who you are. Do NOT think of numbers, and the rule of 1. After your mind is set, say the spell below with closed eyes." Then she read the spell in her mind. Then 5 placed her head on the stone, her horn clicked against it. She cleared her mind. 5 thought about how much she wanted a name. She thought about how much she love to read and study, and how she loved to learn new spells. She knew that she was powerful with her magic. And used it very. Then she spoke the words. "For the truth to be told And a new light I hold. Over the past of wrong Against the rule's song To do yourself undone Like an army falling One By One By One". Her mind then raced, filled with so many flashes. What was happening? It was as a spirit whispered to her, through a dream. And something came to 5, from the bottom of her heart. Two worlds that called to her. 'Twilight Sparkle." Just then, 5 gasped. "TwilightSparkle! That's my name." But just as that happen, a knock came from the door. The unicorn jumped, and saw that more light rays shined from the windows. A squeaky voice called out. "Hey 5? Are you alright? I thought I saw you out last night. And I came here, and your windows are shut, it looks dark in there. Are you okay?" The unicorn glared at Spike. "It's 435... I guess you can let her in." Spike opened the door, then quickly grabbed the pegasus' wing with his claws, and dragged her inside. He slammed the door behind her. "435! This is great! I have found my own name! With a spell that spike found! And you can get your own name too! 435, why don't you go find 388, 690, 521, and 752! And only them, nopony else!" "Oh, alright." 435 said with great excitement. Her expression was confusion and happiness, all at the same time. Then the blue pegasus raced out the door that Spike opened. Later, all six ponies sat with 5, or now, TwilightSparkle. She gave a huge smile while she explained how to do the spell. She showed the paper to the girls, and encouraged them to try. "I'll go first!" 435 called out. She came to the stone, and placed her forehead to it. She thought about herself, and how she loves to do stunts. She remembers how loyal she was to her hometown, Cloudsdale. She knew about her ability to work with weather.After she spoke the poem, the whisper came to her. The words spoke ' Rainbow Dash.' Then 435 yelled. "RainbowDash! That's my name!" She leaped into the air, fluttering. "That's an awesome name!! I do have a rainbow mane, and I love to dash!" She then whipped around the room in a circle, then landed buy the others. 388 stepped up, and placed her head down, her white horn clanking against the crystal. She thought of her love of fashion, and searching for gems. She had always love to make things for other ponies. She thought of this while speaking the spell, and the word came to her quickly. unlike the others, it was only one word, 'Rarity'. 388 let in a gasp of air. "Oh it's perfect! My name is Rarity! How wonderful. I am rare, am I not? Unique, yes!!" Next was 690, who bounced over to the stone. Her thoughts were about all of the happiness she has given to the citizens, all of the laughter. She thought about her love of parties and sweets. She spoke the spell quite quickly, ans the words were 'Pinkie Pie'. "Oh, Oh Oh!" She jumped into the air. "Pinkie Pie!! I am pink, and I do love pie!!!" The next pony was 521. She took her hat off and placed it on the ground. She thought about her family, and her farm. She loved to grow apples, and give them to ponies. She always wanted everypony to find joy in the fruits. She said the words in her country accents, and the perfect name came, 'AppleJack.' "Hmm.. AppleJack? I guess that's a good name, I do run Sweet Apple Acres." The last pony was 752. But she still sat on the floor. She gave a fearful face. The mares came to her, but she scooted away. "Come on, you need your name." 388, or now Rarity told her." "No.. it's not a good idea. We're gonna get in trouble." TwilightSparkle reassured her. "But I am sure you will have a great name. I am sure your animal friends would agree." "I... I guess." 752 said. Then she slowly went up to the stone She did think about the animals, and how they gave her much joy. She said the words in a low whisper. Her name came as 'Flutter Shy'. She opened her teal eyes and looked to the mares. She stuttered. "Fl... FlutterShy..." "Oh, what a lovely name." Rarity smiled. "You are quite shy." Then all of the ponies followed TwilightSparkle into the early day light. They all smiled for their descovery. But then Twilight gazed forward, and her heart sank. The princess, 1, was standing in front of them. Her eyes glared down as her mane flowed with the wind. "My dearest student, 5. It has been 3 days since you left Cantorlot. And I still await a letter. Even if you don't have any information, you could of given me a few numbers." Twilight swallowed hard. "I, I am sorry. I did write a letter, but I had forgotten to send it. But you see, these are some of the ponies I have met." She looked at the mares." Well, their numbers are-" "No! No numbers!" RainbowDash called out. "We will not do that. "What?! But, that is not right, do you want to be-" "I am RainbowDash!" The pegasus flied up to the princess. "And I will not be called by a number anymore! We all have names! TwilightSparkle helped us... or you would call her '5'!" "What?" 1 stood in disbelief. "It is true." Rarity came up too. "My name is Rarity. I was 388, but my name is much more better. And there, are the other ponies with names. FlutterShy, AppleJack, PinkiePie." 1 suddenly jumped into the air, her eyes flashed with rage. "How could you possibly have names! It is not right! Everypony has numbers and only numbers! How dare all of you defy my laws!" All of the ponies in the town seemed to crowd around the commotion. They stare with confusion. And the two other princesses came to the side. 2 was on the left, while 3 was on the right. "2, 3! You need to help me here! these ponies should not have names! We need to-" But 1 was interrupted by her sister. "No, I will not do as you say. These ponies deserve names, and not silly numbers. Names that tell them who they really are! Names that go with their talent! I agree with these citizen, I understand." 2 Fluttered over to the six mares. "And as a princess, I know my own name. I am Luna! And why have you tell me otherwise, Celestia?" "Celestia?" TwilightSparkle said. "So that is your name 1! And It is true, that the princesses know their names!" "Yes, of course." 3 came over to the group. "And I agree too. I create love, and these numbers are keeping our love down! For I am Mi Amore Cadenza!" The pink Alicorn looked to Twilight. "But you can just call me Cadence." "How... How dare you!!!" !, or now, Celestia yelled. "This number system has been in this world for a thousand years! There is no way I will let all of you do this." All of the ponies in the town murmured, and spoke with fear. What would the princess do to them. But Luna stepped up, and then with her magic, dragged the soul stone from TwilightSparkle's house. She raised it high. "All ponies deserve a name!! And like you said Celestia, this number system has been going on for a thousand years. That is way too long! All ponies, you must say the spell now!" Then Luna's magic shot into the sky, and shimmered over the town, all of the ponies seemed to know what to do. Cadence let a laser of magic into the sky too. Both magics of the ponies filled the air, and the soul stone stood in the middle of all of it. "TwilightSparkle!" Cadence called over. "We need help of the most powerful of all ponies. You are surely the most powerful unicorn I know. Use your magic, since you know the spell the best. Then you, and your friends, say the poem all together!" The purple unicorn stood up tall, and her magenta magic shot up to the stone. All of the three ponies' magic made them much more powerful then the Princess. The stone glowed, and all the ponies took their spots. Celestia watched, powerless. Then the two princesses, and the six mares spoke the words, while all the other ponies watched the stone. "For the truth to be told And a new light I hold. Over the past of wrong Against the rule's song To do yourself undone Like an army falling One By One By One" Just then, a beautiful aura wiped out into the sky, covering the world it seemed. And all the ponies stood, mumbling, for now they knew their own names. The gray pegasus Twilight had met the first day flutter over to them. "Ohh, my name is Derpy Hooves!! I don't know what it means, but it's much better then 999!." She giggled. A light aqua unicorn jumped to them with a huge smile and golden eyes. "Lyra HeartStrings!! It's perfect, I love to play the lyre!" All of the ponies were happy, all bu Celestia, who watched over them with rage. The group of mares crouched down in fear as she drew closer. But then the anger in her eyes faded. "I guess that I should of seen this coming. For you, TwilightSparkle, are a smart and powerful pony. I know all of the names already, but I guess I should of gave them away. For a thousand years of numbers, broken by a thousand ponies. I guess this is a new beginning. But it will be very hard to end. "Maybe, my dear sister," Luna started to speak. "This will be easier. Every name is unique, going along with each ponies' talent. I think it is perfect." Celestia nodded, then looked down at the mares. "TwilightSparkle, you and your new friends should help me expand the world. For It should go further then the three cities. RainbowDash, Rarity, AppleJack, PinkiePie, and FlutterShy. I will put all of my trust in you. And you should write me letters for every time you find a new city." "So a quest? A journey?" Twilight spoke. "I guess that will give me time to get to know these girls, and-" Spike then jumped from the doorway of the library. "I can come with." I stared up at the princess. "I hope it is allowed now, since have always had a name." The Princess nodded. "Of course. And I will hope the best of you all." And a new beginning came to the world that was centered around numbers. Now it was centered around the talents of ponies. The princess will think different now, but will get to know names of interesting ponies.
