Dungeons and Dragons: Defenders of Equestria

The six heroes awoke in their new home within the basement of the Golden Oaks library, six beds filling the otherwise empty storage room. In the corners of the room were sets of what appeared to be scientific machinery though they were covered in dust and rarely used. The first few days were rough before they could purchase the six beds and Riclain built the chests they would use for their storage needs. They were more or less stuck with what they were wearing when they arrived in this new world. As it stood Devon was using his former profession as a tailor to assist Rarity at Carousel Boutique, Malenon was assisting Twilight with research as well as learning about the magic in this world, Zane would assist Applejack at the farm given his strength, Thoroar would go and tend to the animals with Fluttershy with his talents as a druid, Riclain would cut lumber for the store sofas and quills as well as hunt any of the beasts from the Everfree that grew daring enough to go beyond the tree line (which was a rare occurance and the few that did were weak enough to handle alone), and Halfdan worked at the spa primarily through massage and some other techniques he had learned while learning with the Heshin Monks.

Despite the fact they had only just arrived in this universe the populace grew used  to them quickly thanks to the words of Twilight and the other Elements of Harmony. Apparently each of the ponies they had first met were not only the six wielders of a magic much akin to their own, but they were also well noted members of the community. It also certainly didn't hurt that Pinke held a surprise welcome to Ponyville party as soon as they had gotten out of the hospital. With everything that had happened their previous gloom of never seeing their homes again seemed to almost completely disappear from the group, almost at least. They would often find their thoughts wandering back to what they had left behind, how their world was faring with the Black Mage destroyed. They knew  things would be better but also that things would take much time and effort  to return to normal given the devastation that was caused. They each still kept scars over from their home, both physical and emotional. The calm of Ponyville helped ease their burdens as they went about assisting those in need and working until  the Princesses could find a way for them to go home.

Once they had  donned their few possessions and were ready for the day they went upstairs to see Twilight and Spike in the main area of the library, watching as they seemed to be practicing magic as usual.

"Oh come on Twilight, you can do it!"

"Ok, here goes.."

Twilight's horn glowed with her aura before a quick spark flickered in front of Spike's face, quickly blinking out of existence as a rather well groomed mustache took it's place. Needless to say the six heroes were all impressed save for Malenon, who simply smiled proudly seeing Twilight progressing in her studies. Growing magic was a simple matter and he had helped Twilight understand it further, particularly using arcane magic to coax the cells to duplicate at a faster rate. Still, it was a more meager display than he would have liked, thinking it would be better suited to regrowing flesh on someone who had  been injured rather than growing some facial hair.

"Yes! You did it!"

The young dragon quickly made a check on a nearby whiteboard, turning back to Twilight.

"Growing magic, that's 25 different tricks and counting."

The young unicorn gave a light blush, happy at her own progress.

"And I'll say this is the best one yet."

The purple baby dragon started saying different pickup lines he'd use for Rarity, Spike still trying to melt the mare's heart before being expertly dashed by Twilight who removed the facial hair as quickly as she had given it. Soon enough Malenon spoke up.

"Very good work Miss Twilight. Seems you used my theory on controlled cell growth to help get a better grasp of the magic."

Twilight whipped  her head about, having been too focused on the test to hear the six men come up.

"Oh, hello guys! Yes, your lesson really helped get a better feel for the spell. It was a lot easier when you encourage cell repair rather than forcing cell growth outright."

The men smiled and nodded. "Glad to hear it Twilight. Though I  am surprised there aren't more ponies in this world that have your kind of talent with magic."

As soon as the thought was finished they heard a loud hustle outside, opening the door enough to see two young colts running with abandon.

"GAINWAAAAAAY!!!"

The tan and blue unicorns dashed past the library, heading toward town square where the eight could see the edge of what appeared to be a stage. Riclain stepped just outside and let Bloodtalon float down to his extended arm for her to land, turning to Twilight.

"Was there a show or something scheduled for today? I don't think that the Mayor announced anything."

The purple unicorn shook her head, just as perplex as everyone else.

"Not that I know of. It's strange that something like this came along without being known ahead of time."

Devon grew a devious smirk and walked to the door. "Well then, best not miss the show then eh? Something exciting might occur for all we  know."

The six other heroes nodded in agreement and followed suit, coming up to the wagon/stage as they heard a booming voice coming over the crowd.

"Come one, Come all! Come and Witness the amazing magic of the GREAT and POWERFUL TRIXIE!!"

As the voice bellowed over the crowd the wagon unfolded  into the full stage, fanfare and several props springing up from the top of the wagon. As the voice subsided a cloud of smoke flashed onto the stage to reveal a light blue unicorn mare with a smug smile already adorning her face. While the crowd radiated with oohs and ahhs as the props seemed to light up and spin on the stage, the six heroes were unamused. Malenon in particular did not care for the supposed mage.

"Pfft! Just some smoke and mirrors. Maybe a few fireworks at the most."

Soon enough a familiar voice came from beside the mage, the white unicorn looking on as unimpressed as the few there with a mind.

"My my my, what boasting!"

Spike was about to start pointing out Twilight's superior magic when he realized it was Rarity, the object of his utmost desire.

'Keep it cool Spike, just keep it cool.'

The young dragon's thoughts harshly contrasted to his actions however.

"Uh, uh Twi-Twi-Oh um, Hey Rarity, I uh- MOUSTACHE!"

Without another word nor making any sense to either of the unicorns, Spike ran off back to the library. Needless to say Rarity was confused as can be. Fortunately, Twilight stepped forward to hopefully  dispel the awkwardness.

"There's nothing wrong with being talented right?"

Applejack emerged by the group and got  in on the conversation, the different elements seeming to come out of the woodwork.

"Well sure, so long as they aren't showin it off like a school filly with new ribbons!"

Malenon in turn took the moment to speak his own opinion. "Because one has the ability does not give them the right to view themselves above others without putting that skill to proper use. That is the mark of one who would misuse their power for their own vanity rather than do the right thing."

Devon waved a hand dismissively. "Meh, some lights and smoke, whoopdy-fucking-doo."

The magician turned to them and scowled. "Well well well, seems we have some neigh sayers in the audience. Who is so IGNORANT as to challenge the magical power of the Great and POWERFUL TRIXIE!"

Devon stepped  forward and smirked. "First off, did you really just neigh at us? Really? Second, what makes you so freakin' special eh? What went ahead and shoved a stick right up y-"

The foul mouthed rogue was yanked off by Malenon, giving him a look to show this was his field of expertise. However, the mare had gotten enough of the message to become rather cross.

"How DARE you insult the Great and Powerful Trixie! The one unicorn who had the magical power to vanquish the dreaded Ursa Major!"

The six heroes looked at the unicorn and nearly face palmed on the spot. Granted they hadn't been around the universe here long, but god damn Ursas were one of the first creatures every adventurer comes across other than the usual rats, spiders,  and wolves. The group had killed hundreds of them, each. Granted they didn't know about the ones here but they figured it was just as easy as back home. Their doubt in the unicorn grew even more as the way she chose to depict the battle was not some great illusion to show them how the battle occurred, but some dinky little lights which were nothing more than basic shapes and colors.

"Says the mare who can't even conjure up a decent-"

The displaced Archmage was interrupted by Snips and Snails, who he was seriously considering turning into actual snails at that point.

"That settles it, Trixie IS the most magical pony in Ponyville."

The mage snapped his fingers and shut the mouths of the two hyperactive colts, glaring daggers at the blue unicorn.

"All  you've proven is that you can make a basic light show. We have no proof that you did anything of the sort save your little story. You couldn't even create a decent illusion for your little tale! Just some cheap lights even a bumbling apprentice could conjure."

Trixie smirked slyly and nodded. "Well then, I give you this challenge. Anything YOU can do, I can do better!"

Malenon was about to put the unicorn in her place when the thud of an arrow was heard through the square, eyes turning to the ranger who had his bow ready and had another arrow already knocked and ready. The first arrow had embedded itself into a beam that was set in place over the stage, the second arrow soon splitting the first one right down the middle in front of the other ponies. An uproar started though the ranger had not even finished. Drawing out a third and final arrow he fired and split the second arrow in two just as he did the first. There was no doubt his accuracy was from skill and not luck. The applause could be felt by the ponies in attendance. However, Trixie would not be so easily topped.

"So you can shoot your little bow. How about this!"

The remaining arrows in the ranger's quiver floated up and were flying about of their own free will, soon spinning about Riclain before firing at his feet. With deft movements he dodged the arrows, however that was what Trixie desired. Using his own arrows he was being made to dance to avoid being shot, breathing heavily by the time the last arrow was in the ground. He and Devon were beginning to consider attacking the unicorn when a certain rainbow maned pegasus flew onto the stage.

"You don't get to show off like that. Thats MY job!" Without another word the rainbow pegasus speedily spun around the wind mill, and shot into the sky, shooting through three clouds and into the sun before coming back down through the clouds and the loop of the windmill and stopping on stage. Moisture from the clouds were caught in Dash's tailwind and hit her backside, scattering into a light mist and catching the light of the sun into a brilliant miniature rainbow behind her.

Trixie gave Dash an unimpressed look. "The only thing they'll call you, is loser." Her horn glowed and seemed to possess the rainbow that Dash had created, spinning wildly around her and even lifting her off the ground. The rainbow colored twister spun about and moved wildly before depositing RB head first on the ground. The pegasus thought she might hurl as the audience laughed. "Seems anypony with a dash of sense would think twice before challenging the Great and Powerful Trixie."

A thunderclap formed magically behind Dash and was about to strike her plot before it was countered with another bolt, coming from the hand of an enraged wizard. "I have no problem with you putting on your little show here in town, I don't even mind that you boast power, I may even forgive you for humiliating these ponies, but to abuse what little power you have and considering yourself a master mage.." Malenon's aura seemed to radiate pure fury, the mage practically glowing red. "IS UNFORGIVABLE! You squander magic on the most asinine of purposes! So what if you claim to have power?! All you have shown me is that you view your peers as nothing more than pawns! I challenge you to a duel! Tonight at 8 o'clock in the town square! We shall see then if you have any power to speak of." Trixie simply laughed and smiled confidently. "Oh, I'm sure the Great and Powerful Trixie will make a believer out of you yet Mr. Mage." The crowd soon dispersed save the Mane 6 and the heroes, the 5 humans looking worried to their sixth. The druid spoke first.

"Is this wise Malenon? You have been undefeated since you graduated from the Academy. Is  it truly worthwhile to fight that weakling?" The mage nodded. "Someone needs to put that wench in her place. I can tell she has been spouting her lies for so long she has begun to believe them herself. For now I shall prepare for our confrontation."

While the Mane 6 thought it just to be a normal magic duel the other five heroes looked more  grim, knowing the mare might well get hurt or worse. Sadly, two young colts had other things on their mind. That night they would sneak out and head into the Everfree Forest.

House of Twilight Sparkle, 1 hour before the duel.

Malenon had gone early to prepare the area  that the duel was to occur in, knowing he had to set the wards to protect any onlookers from stray spells. Sadly Twilight had yet to know the severity of what was about to happen. She was there with the druid Thoroar sipping tea to help calm their nerves. "I just really hope this doesn't  go too far. I don't wan't anyone to harm themselves trying to over reach for a spell, even a pony like Trixie." The druid scoffed and shook his head. "I doubt that will come to pass. More likely she'll faint when her shield spells fail."

Twilight looked curiously at the druid, not sure what he meant. "Shields? Are we going to be attacked or something? Why would Trixie need a shield spell?"

Thoroar  shook his head and showed greater concern. "Are you not familiar with a magic duel miss Sparkle?"

The purple unicorn nodded. "Yes, it is a display of magical prowess where the wizards demonstrate their skill by casting more and more intricate and complex spells."

The druid was now chuckling a bit, trying to hide his  concern for the unicorn though he was also glad there was no chance his comrade would be injured. "Ah! So things are different here eh? In our world a magic duel was announced when a mage impugned another's honor or offended him in some way. The two would battle until one side stopped fighting, is no longer able to continue, or is killed." Silence seemed to echo in the treehouse as the last word was uttered, realization coming to Twilight before she turned to the druid.

"WHY THE BUCK DIDN'T YOU SAY ANYTHING?!?" Despite the loud shout right in his ear he continued  sipping the tea as if nothing happened. "Malenon may be angry, but he is not a fool. He would not kill another pony unless he is threatened. At most the mare might receive a good  thrashing."

Twilight's concern showed much more, getting her saddle bags  and heading out the door.

"I don't know. I just hope  he doesn't go too far."

Everfree Forest, 5 minutes before the start of the duel.

Snips and Snails carefully made their way through the caves they had discovered, knowing there had  to be an Ursa Major somewhere in the Forest. The dull witted brown unicorn showed signs of anxiety, turning to his compatriot.

"Uhh Snips, are  you sure this is a good idea?"

Snips, using that same infallible logic that had convinced him bringing his pet rock to school would be the best show and tell ever, looked  to his friend with a confident smile.

"Oh don't worry! We'll get the Ursa to chase us, lead it into town during the duel, let Trixie defeat it, and no one will ever doubt her awesome magic again!"

"But uhh, what about that weird looking fella? The tall thing with the robe?"

"That new mage? I doubt he'll even be able to cast a basic shield, much less defeat an Ursa Major. I just hope we  find it soon."

As if going to prove karma's existence in the world, the two colts heard a loud rumbling growl from behind them, turning about to see what they had come searching for. 'Me and my dumb mouth.'

Town Square,  1 minute before the duel

Malenon had  finished casting his wards, marking the ground with a shimmering aura where it would be safe for onlookers to stand from. Both he and Trixie were in the bubble like shield, one poised and ready to kill while the other seemed to laze about confident in herself. The five other heroes were in full armor and had their weapons on hand, knowing they might have to pull Malenon out of he started to go too far. Thoroar was closer in the middle of the warded area, on the sidelines ready to intercede and heal a wounded unicorn should it be needed.

The Mane 6 were also present, 5 of which were ready to see Trixie get showed up while the last only worried about what would happen. She was already learning about the magic from the other world  and how destructive it could be. Combine that with the fact Malenon is a skilled practitioner and one could  almost feel sorry for the unsuspecting mare. She had tried to warn Trixie but she refused to even listen, already so assured of her own victory that she was more concerned with putting on a good show than anything else. Thoroar soon began to countdown to the start of the duel.

"This duel shall begin in three.."

Malenon's hands began to glow with arcane power, filling his body in preparation for the first blow. Trixie on the other hand simply stood there, waiting to get started with a simple spell.

"Two."

The energy in Malenon began to circle up his arms as the spell was building to it's apex, rings of violet energy building and growing brighter. Trixie's horn was glowing in preparation for a simple illusion spell, aiming to summon up some fireworks to start the show. Little did she know, Malenon was preparing fireworks of his own.

"One!"

Malenon immediately released the chained magic missiles at Trixie who barely had enough time to raise a shield, cracking under the force of the first two projectiles and getting hit by the third. As  she recovered she saw what looked like ethereal  armor covering Malenon, seeming almost as if a spiritual warrior was standing in the wizard's place. The eyes of the heroes went wide  as they knew what was happening, Zane being the first to dare speak  what was on their minds.

"Is that- Tenser's Transformation?! Is that fool really going all out here?!"

Devon simply smirked and rubbed his chin. "I  honestly wouldn't mind. He needs to make a point to that stuck up bitch. I  say let him do what he wants."

Riclain nodded in agreement, remembering how she had used his own arrows to make a fool out of him. Zane simply shook his head.

"This is still going too far. He knows these unicorns aren't that strong. He could kill her."

This is what finally snapped Trixie out of her bravado. "Wait, WHAT?!"

Malenon's temper showed as he finally spoke. "YOU are the one who accepted my challenge. Are you truly so frightened that you cannot even cast a spell? FIGHT!"

Another volley of magic missiles flew from his grip, Trixie barely rolling out of the way. She knew her shield was barely enough to stop it before already. This only elicited laughter from the mage.

"Is that all you can do?! Is that the extent of that so-called 'power'? You were a fool to go against me!"

"Just what do you want from the Great and Power-"

"SHUT IT! Just admit you're a fraud! Admit you are nothing but a scared little mare with a few party tricks! Apologize to those you wronged and to those who believed in your falsehoods!"

"The Great and Powerful Trixie refuses to say such lies! I will not submit to you, who does not even know the procedures for a magic duel!"

Malenon simply smirked and shook his head. "On the contrary, your duels are not the only form out there. In my land, the two wizards fight to show who is the better in combat. The keyword there, for your information, is COMBAT. I would have figured you'd know about that, considering your tale of the Ursa Major!"

As if on cue, two young stallions ran through the crowd, screaming at the top of their lungs. They were quickly shouted  to by Devon.

"Hey squirts, whats the rush?"

Snips and Snails didn't even slow down as they passed.

"Can't talk right now."

"Got a MAJOR problem."

"Uh, Ursa Major to be exact."

Devon didn't look  too surprised, facepalming as the others looked at the two wide eyed. "Ah, the stupidity of youth."

A roar echoed behind the crowd, the great blue creature towering over the small town.

The heroes all looked back and saw the beast coming, Malenon giving a smirk to Trixie. He was surprised at the difference between the ursas of his world and their own, being corporeal in nature where he originated. "Well then Trixie, here's your chance to prove me wrong. Slay the creature and save the town. If you cant though, I suppose me and my comrades will have to clean up after you."

Trixie was paralysed with fear, Thoroar stepping in and dispelling the wards. "I'd say this duel is canceled for now in light of the threat. I'd suggest you head home little mare. This fight will be too much for you."

Snips and Snails were sadly too quick for Trixie to make a hasty retreat from the  soon to be battlefield.

"No way! Trixie can take that thing down no prob! Right Trixie?"

Trixie gulped and nodded. "R-right. I'll handle this." As she hesitantly stepped forward Devon and Malenon smirked, the wizard turning to his comrade.

"10 gold says she runs after the first try."

"You're on!"

As they were starting to place bets Trixie began to enchant the rope and control it, looping itself around the thick appendages. And by thick appendages, I am referring to two of the Ursa's fingers, which snapped the rope with ease. The two colt spectators were less  than amused.

"Come on Trixie!"

"Stop goofing off and vanquish it!"

Trixie gulped and began to focus her magic, the clouds swirling above to form a less than impressive thunder cloud over head. It failed to even release  a single bolt.

"Well, that was a dud.."

Behind the two young colts was a laugh from Devon.

"Hah! More than one try! Pay up Mal."

The mage grudgingly handed over ten gold coins, the rouge pocketing the coin before turning to Trixie. "Since magic  doesn't seem to be your forte, you may want to consider comedy. Considering you don't get eaten by that Ursa that is."

A loud roar from the massive beast was enough to make the three ponies run away, Devon kicking himself up off of the railing he had been sitting on with a smirk. "Well then, time for us to get to work."

Boss Battle- Ursa Major

The six heroes all scattered, Zane charging forward and slamming his shield into the Ursa's muzzle and following with a series of swift sword strikes. The Ursa roared at the blows and swiped a huge claw at the warrior, soon stopped by a series of strong vines that sprouted from the ground thanks to Thoroar's chanting. More vines came up from the ground, giving Devon and Halfdan the proper footing to get behind the Ursa, the monk drawing the twin short blades and shifting his focus to slay his enemy. Negative energy flowed into his blades as he struck in time with Devon, aiming for the spine of the beast and were greeted by the cries of pain from the beast. Riclain was drawing back heavily on his bow, currents of wind spinning around the arrow to give it strength and speed before releasing it into the beast's side to find it go straight through from the force and almost killing the beast. Almost. However, the creature  was unlike what they have encountered before, the starlight that comprised it's body reforming as it  swiped the heroes away. Malenon focused all of his energy to create mystical chains to hold it down, the vines snapping all around it. The strain on Malenon's face was visible as he had a hard time maintaining the strong bonds on the beast. It was then that something unexpected happened. Twilight stepped next to Malenon and looked right at him.

"Release the chains on my signal, I think I can calm him down and get him out of here."

The mage looked to Twilight, sheer worry on his face. "Twilight get out of here! It's  too dangerous. Leave the Ursa to us!"

"No! I wont abandon my friends! Not here, not now that they need me the most!"

Malenon looked to Twilight in surprise, relenting with a smirk.

"You ponies seem to keep  surprising me. One moment we're intruders in your land and now we are allies  in battle. Alright, do what you have to. Just be quick, I'm not sure how long I can hold it down."

Twilight began to focus magic into her horn, the wind picking up and blowing through the reeds of the pond to create a gentle harmony that echoed gently through the town. As soon as the light melody reached  it's ears the Ursa's struggles seemed to ease, gently relaxing onto the ground. With the struggle against the chains  subsided he could divert some attention to Twilight to see what she was doing just in time to see her snap the water tower off from it's supports and dump out their reserve. He watched silently as it floated through the barn and was filled with fresh milk. Malenon could hear the groans from Twilight as she was now straining herself, the mage releasing the chains on the dazed Ursa and going to the struggling unicorn.

"Twilight, you need to relax  your mind, focus on using the energy around you and not just your reserves inside. Let the world  aid you."

Twilight's struggles seemed to ease for a moment before they sensed the Ursa falling over, about to fall on Zane and the others before it was caught by Twilight's aura. It was gently lifted up and given the water tower filled with milk, handling it like and infant would with their bottle before it was  gently levitated back into it's cave. As soon as her work was  done she released the magic and slumped down, Malenon grabbing her as she fell and helping her stand, seeing how exhausted she was after using that much energy. "You did very well Twilight. It seems I shouldn't underestimate ponies after this. Your people can be surprisingly resilient, some more than others."

Everyone turned their attention to a very nervous Trixie getting barraged with questions from Snips and Snails, all along the same meaning.

"Why didn't you slay the Ursa Major?!"

Trixie finally broke down under the strain, even dropping the act of reffering to herself in a third person.

"I lied! I never slayed an Ursa Major ok?! I just made it up to help my reputation, to impress the crowd! I've been telling that lie for so long that I forgot it was just that: a lie. No one has ever defeated an Ursa Major. Even with what you two did you only subdued it.  While still an incredible achievement, they are physically impossible to kill.  They are solid starlight. Hardly any flesh or bone to kill. You were right mage, I am just a pretender."

Twilight recovered enough to add in her own two bits. "That was just an Ursa Minor."

The crowd remained quiet for several long moments before they could even react with a collective "WHAT?!"

Twilight raised a hoof  to try and calm everyone down. "It's  true! After Trixie mentioned them I thought to do a little research. An Ursa Major  is far larger and looks almost completely different from the Ursa we saw. That one was just a little baby."

Spike shook his head in disbelief, Devon cutting in. "Wait, if that was just an Ursa Minor, what does an Ursa Major look like?"

Twilight shivered visibly as she recalled the illustration of the Ursa Major in the book. "You don't want to know."

Trixie simply cried out harder. "This only makes it even more clear how much of a fake I am. I couldn't even tell the difference between an Ursa Major and an Ursa Minor! I- I should just go before I cause you any more trouble."

She turned to leave, hanging her head in shame.

"True, you were deceitful and you hurt others. However.."

Trixie turned in surprise to see Malenon entrust Twilight to her friends, stepping forward and kneeling down to eye level with her.

"The fact that you recognize this means you can change for the better. You can grow stronger and use magic for the right reasons, not for the sake of boasting or money but  to aid others. A mage's true purpose is that of a teacher and of a leader. They must teach others to help them gain the wisdom to live better lives and lead them through hard times when things look most hopeless. While Equestria may be at peace, there are those who still need help from those with magic. If you wish to recognize you were wrong before then I give you this challenge. Travel through Equestria, help ponies through your travels, and learn to be strong  for those who cannot be. Not just by becoming a more powerful mage, but by becoming a better person, or rather pony in this case. I believe you can accomplish this task."

Trixie's  eyes began to water, still unable to believe what she was hearing. The very creature that seemed ready to kill her before was now encouraging her to become a better pony and mage. "B- but I don't understand. Before you were-"

"I  figured you'd be surprised by this. My actions before were to break away the mask with which you hid your true self, the mask you had created from your bravado and lies. To break it I needed to disprove the strength you had boasted about for much of your life. Once the mask was shattered, you could show your true self and expose it to others. Since you no longer need that old name, how about we hear your name, your real name."

Trixie seemed surprised and confused by a bit of what Malenon said, but shook her head a bit to clear it before nodding.

"Beatrix Lulamoon."

Malenon gave Beatrix a warm smile, showing his approval  of that small step  forward. "Well Miss Lulamoon, it is a pleasure to finally meet the real you. Given all of this I suppose you'll be starting your journey then?"

"Uhh, I hate ta break it to you sugarcube." Applejack stepped forward, her grin at seeing Beatrix humiliated now gone seeing how Malenon could forgive the mare for her actions.

"I don't think yer wagon will be going anywhere anytime soon."

As Applejack pointed to the battlefield they would see a good number of the homes  were damaged and Beatrix's wagon was smashed to bits, barely enough to salvage for another one.

"My- my HOME! What am I going to do?"

Malenon pondered a moment, weighing his options before turning to the distraught mare.

"You know... Ponyville will need help repairing what was damaged. I'm sure an extra helping horn would be appreciated. It  would make a nice first step on your journey wouldn't it?"

Beatrix looked to Malenon, a warm smile on her face. Even though he was rough on her she could tell he sought to help her become better. "I  think I'd like that."

Ponyville Library, the following Morning.

The town had continued on like nothing happened, a good many were still praising Twilight for how she handled the Ursa Minor.  Malenon was out with Beatrix in the main square, helping to repair the damage done to the buildings in town with their magic and even started rebuilding Beatrix's wagon.All throughout their time  together Malenon continued answering questions and giving advice to Beatrix, watching her magic improve once she had picked up on techniques to help channel magic more efficiently. It seemed that everyone else had accepted the mare had changed and were working with her to continue the rebuilding. Inside the Golden Oaks Library though, there was a student writing a report for her mentor.

Dear Princess Celestia,

Today I learned three important lessons about friendship. First being that there are times when you need to be hard on somepony to help them understand their mistakes in order to help them grow and be better. The second being that I should never be afraid of being who I am. After seeing Beatrix showing off and how my friends hated her I was afraid that using my own talents to surpass her would make everypony hate me two. But my friends showed me that it is OK to be proud of your talents and that there  are times where it is appropriate to show them off, especially when you are standing up for your friends. And finally, that friends can be found in all kinds of people, no matter what species they are, their origins, or even if they came from another world. Friendship is the same wherever you may go, and there will always be someone who you can find as a friend.

Your Faithful Student

Twilight Sparkle