The Last of Equestria

19 years, 7 months, 12 days and 11 hours. By this point, Corvo was out hunting. A big tropical like forest could be found just a few blocks away from Ponyville. Many trees would block the bright sunlight from touching the ground. It was very wet with many lakes and ponds scattered around the leafy area. Many wild animals like bunnies, deers, bears, reptiles and fish could be found. Ever since the animal caretaker "Fluttershy" died, every animal would now steal from other survivors and become more ruthless.

Corvo was crouched behind a bush. Obviously hiding so the animals couldn't see him. His crossbow only had one arrow left so his shot had to count. He was looking at a deer just a few meters away from the bush he was hiding in. The hunter was very quiet so he wouldn't scare the deer away. Ever since the virus came in, almost everypony who lived started eating meat. Since finding vegetables and fruits were pretty difficult, meat was the really the only option. The downfall to this was that some ponies became cannibals and would eat other survivors.

He held his crossbow in place, pointing at the deer and ready to kill it. His hoof was on the trigger and ready to put an arrow through that deer's skull. Unfortunately, some other bunny came up behind Corvo. It made a noise which scared the deer so it started running. With quick reflex, the dark stallion pulled the trigger and hoped to kill his prize. But the arrow missed and ended up going through a tree. The bunny that caused this also got scared and ran away into it's home which was a hole in the dirt.

"Damn it". Corvo said under his breath, clearly frustrated that he got no food. His only other option was fish. he took out his double edged chrome knife and walked through the green area, trying to find a lake. After a few minutes of searching, Corvo found an enormous lake. He watch as giant fish leaped out of the water only to fall back in. These fish were about one full meter long.

He slowly made his way to the lake and jumped in while holding his knife. To his surprise, instead of it being hallow at first like a beach, he fell straight in the deep water. Many fish were scattered around the water, making it easy to hunt. He took a deep breath and went under water. Many fish were passing him as he tried to slash one. After a few attempts, he realized that he needed air so he went back to the surface.

"I'm gonna get one of these". Corvo said as he took another deep breath and went back down to the fish. He saw a big one about to pass by and wouldn't waste the chance on catching it so with one swing, he stabbed the fish right in the gills, making it squirm in pain. He wrapped both of his hooves around the fish as he kept stabbing it."Hold the fuck still you stupid fish". he thought to himself. He through the fish back to the surface. And there it was, dead. He wrapped a leather strap around it and carried the giant fish on his back."Well that took forever, time to head back".

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"Corvo your back already". Twilight yelled at Corvo from a distance as she saw his coming up from the forest. As he got closer, she noticed the big fish attached to his back."Woah, you weren't kidding when you said you would hunt for food. And it only took you 20 minutes". Twilight said with a teasing grin.

"Yeah, keep laughing Twilight". The dark hunter said sarcastically and some what annoyed. Anyways, I thought this fish would do us good for today. You do eat meat right"? He asked with a bit of concern in his voice.

"Yes... I do". the lavender unicorn said with a rather saddened tone.

"You alright Twilight"?

"Yeah i'm fine. It's just that, well... I've never really eaten any meat before the virus. Back then, eating meat was considered doing something wrong".

"I know how it was back then. Too bad it had to turn out this way. By the way, are you immortal since that your an alicorn"?

Twilight gave Corvo a smile, happy with the answer she was about to say."Not really. I just age a bit slower i guess. Thank Celestia for that". But just bringing up her mentor's name made her heart ache. She lowered her head, a very depressed expression on her face.

"Hey, it's alright". Corvo said as he put o hoof around the sad alicorn's neck."You're just gonna live your life and all this will be over before you know it". Just hearing those words gave Twilight a bit of hope. She was still sad but defiantly became more satisfied."Now let's go and get cooking this big fish and eat it. It's pretty heavy so I can't hold it forever".

That last joke made both of them chuckle a bit. After that, they both went to Twilight's kitchen to get their food ready.

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By this point, both of them had eaten the entire fish due to their appetite and now were resting in the living room. It was by this point that Corvo had finally started to take notice of Twilight's horn.

"So about you're horn". Corvo started."How did this all happen and how come you can't fly"?

"You see, this magical virus that came out of nowhere caused almost all magical horns of unicorn's to be disabled. I've been reading a lot about how to regain one's magic back but only found out about some potion. And the reason I can't fly is because I never learned to. I only got my wings one month before the virus".

Corvo ignored the last part and took focus on the potion she mentioned."And what about this potion you're talking about. How do you make it and what does it do"?

"I've read that some potion made from these flowers called "Daisy Fear's" found in the Everfree forest could make it. But I don't know if it would even work".

Corvo thought for a second and came up with an idea."What if I found these flowers for you and in return, you could make all the gear and supplies I would normally need".

Twilight also thought for a second and also came up with an idea"Well, considering that I would get my magic back... Deal". She said hoping that something would work out in the end.

At that moment, Luna came in the room."Greetings Corvo and Twilight". Luna announced herself as she took a seat on the couch where the two ponies were sitting."I here you are looking for the "Daisy Fear" flower"?

"You know where they are"? Corvo stared before any other pony could say a word.

Luna only nodded."They are in the north end of the Everfree forest. But if you are planning on getting this plant, you better be well prepared for many dangers could await in the north".

This time Twilight interrupted."But Princess, you still have your magic, so can't you use a spell or something to get my magic back"?

"It is true that I have my magic for only immortals kept their magic after the virus. But only this potion you speak of can help you".

"Well then". Corvo started while he got up from the slightly ripped up couch."I will be back soon with that flower. All you need is the flower and some other supplies you already have to make that flower right"? Twilight nodded shyly.

"I don't know if you should do this Corvo. I mean going through the Everfree forest is dangerous. And also"...

"Hey listen". The stallion interrupted the lavender alicorn."As long as you give me those goods, I'll go into those woods".

Twilight couldn't help but giggle at that last rhyme which only made Corvo roll his eyes.

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"I'm back". The hunters voice came through the door as it opened.

"Oh hey Corvo you're baaaaa, WHOA. As he entered the room, Twilight got a good look at him. His mane was all out of place and he had some scratches and bruises on his dark green coat. But he was actually caring a small leather pouch in his mouth and as he spat it out, a large yellow, spiky flower fell to the ground.

"Sorry, I just got attacked by a few timber wolves, It's really no big deal".

Twilight couldn't help but feel a bit of guilt, but other than that, she was pretty happy."Alright Corvo, a deal is a deal so here are some useful equipment me and Princess Luna worked on". She held in front of him, a brown leather case with the following: a unique metal crossbow with a circular device in the middle which was quick for reloading, two razor sharp killing knifes along with a hook blade, enchanted flaming arrows along with regular iron tipped arrows with Lot's of string for long distance pulling or swinging, five small healing potions and very powerful steel like cape and vest.

Corvo's jaw hit the floor."Whoa, with all these new supplies, I'm sure to do well on my trip. Thanks Twilight".

Twilight was going to say thank you until she just heard what he said."Wait, you're leaving"? She asked in both disbelief and shock."But- But- But w-why? I thought you were gonna stay here a-and just"...

She was cut short as a hoof touched her mouth."I never trust anypony Twilight. My original plan was to kill you and loot your house, but since you did me a favor... I will let you live for now". he realized hoe flatly he said that so he spoke again, only this time his tone softened."Listen, you and I both know very well that Equestria is not what it is anymore. We do not trust any one ore any thing for the passed couple of years now. If you truly want to know where i'll be heading,

I'm going to the Equestrian deserts and canyon where that town "Appleloosa is located. But if I were you, i would not follow me".

After that, all he did was take his stuff, attach it to his saddlebag and began walking down the door. Twilight started to get tearing and soon stated crying. Corvo stated speaking."Never go by your useless rules unless you want to die". He stated very coldly. And with that, he was gone.

"I guess you're right". Twilight whispered to herself in a very depressing tone. And after a few moments, darkness fell upon the sky.

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The dusty air blew in the Equestrian deserts, with many wild buffaloes still left alive and blood thirsty survivors who await the boundaries, Saddening tragedy was sure to come sooner or later!