An Arrancars Justice.by spetsnaz pinkie pieChaptersChapter 2. The Convention.Chapter 3. The Liberation.Chapter 4. The Meeting.Chapter 5Chapter 1. The Betrayal.Chapter 2. The Convention.Chapter 2. The Convention. (Comic-Con 1,778 Years Ago) It felt great not being bombarded by people. Sure there was the occasional fan that would ask for a picture but in the end Lana and I weren't bothered much by them... Although a few guys would try to flirt with us, only to be shot down as I pulled Lana in close to me. It was funny watching some of them become crestfallen over the site of the two of us holding each other close... Then there was the occasional bigot that would rant saying what we were doing is wrong and we would spend eternity in hell for it. That's when I had gotten angry, getting into there faces using my real voice to tell them off! In the end I made most of them runaway. And the last one I made cry. We walked away from that scene, Lana, and I hand in gloved hand with a Spartan and Batman on our sides. "Devin, I love you." This came from Batman as he patted me on the back. "Get in line Jacob, right now he's mine." Was Lana's response. Walking through a crowded building with what looked like two of the most beautiful Cosplayers walking very closely with each other gathered alot of attention... Not to mention flashes of Camera phones. "Hay, hay I don't love him that much Lana by all rights he's yours just by damn Devin you showed those assholes what's up." I chuckled lightly having a blush come to my cheeks. "Ahh, look what you did Batman! You're embarrassing her." And there goes the Spartan with his quip. "That was pretty cool Devin, although if any of them tried to hurt you ya know we got your back right?" I laughed at this. "Well of course I know that you big metal lug. Hell if that ma5b was real I know you'd pop a cap in their asses." "Damn straight." Casey laughed. Walking into a new room we came across many stalls of vendors selling their wares. There we saw different people in costume looking through different stalls. I saw Pyramid Head of Silent Hill looking at a small ring, a guy dressed as Solaire of Astora from Dark souls holding a white staff and Krieg a Psycho from Borderlands wildly swinging a rusty knife. There was one stall though that caught my green colored contacted eyes. "Welcome ladies and gentlemen... What can this humble merchant do for you." The vendor called before noticing where my eyes were looking. "Ah I see the Arrancar likes what she sees?" I just nod my head picking up the life like replica of Halibel's Zanpakuto. It felt so real and so very right to hold. As I twirled the sword in my hands I could tell it was expertly crafted by that of a master blacksmith. The blade it's self is hollow in the middle, nothing but the edges of the blade that made up the part of the Zanpakuto. Its handle is purple, and its guard is as wide as its blade, with three small holes on either end. I wanted it. And I didn't care what the cost was. "How much?" I asked holding Tiburon, the name of Halibel's Zanpakuto. The merchant laughed at this. "For the only woman I have seen perfectly pull off looking like the 3rd ranked Espada of Hueco Mundo? The only payment I ask is that of a simple picture. 'A picture? Just a simple picture!?' This deal is to good to pass up. "I'll do it!" "Excellent!" The merchant said as he pulled out antique looking camera. He gave me the description of the picture he wanted and even though he asked for me to show just a bit more skin, I obliged. It was either that or pay the full amount the replica actually cost. And the picture he wanted, required me to unzip my jacket... And the thing is, what people don't know about me is that when I get into character, I model after that character to the tee. So when my costume for Comic-con this year was Tier Harribel, I made every point to get every inch of my body to look exactly like the Arrancar. That meant tanning my skin, letting my hair grow out, coloring my hair blonde, green contacts for my eyes, blonde colored eyelashes, custom made silicon breasts that I ordered to be the exact size and shape with the number 3 colored on the inside of the right breast. Wearing corsets (which hurt like a bitch)to give me that nice hour-glass figure along with training my voice to sound just like the female Arrancar. And all of that was purely cosmetic. Harribel's outfit which I made myself where also made to be an exact replica as the one from the original Japanese version of Bleach, instead of the American dubbed version, where Harribel's jacket covered all of her breasts instead of most. Many and I mean 'many' conventioneers gathered around the area that I and my Fracción (my friends) where at as I took a seat onto the carpet floor unzipping my jacket letting each end fall to either side of my breasts showing all, the mostly covered view of my torso. My Hollow mask consisted of the sides of my face and my mouth, as well as the area below and around my neck extending down to most of my chest to also covering, my nipples. Hoots and her hollers rang loudly along with sound of many cameras clicking to the many shots the conventioneers were taking of me. I finished getting into position. My left hand propping my body up as I held my Tiburon in my right and over my bent right knee. "That's perfect! Now, just move your head down and look into the camera with a neutral gaze... Yes just like that!" When the merchant pushed the button, the antique camera gave a flash and I swear I could see a golden aura surround my blade but only for a split second. With everything done, Lana, helped me up off the ground as the merchant went back to his stall "That was perfect! Thank you miss, I believe this was a superb transaction for the two of us!" I laughed zipping down my jacket covering up most of my torso again except for the under cleavage. I removed the crappy wooden replica from my back and replaced it with the real life-like replica, sheath and all. "No..." I said before letting my voice drop to it's true tone. "Thank you." And with that I took Lana's hand in mine and left. At the vendors stall, the merchant's mouth hung agape at what he just heard. Next to him stood a laughing Spartan. "How does it feel to know you just took a picture of a guy dressed as Harribel?" Casey left leaving the merchant stumped. The question he had asked was rhetorical no reason for needing an answer. The Spartan quickly caught up to us as we were heading out of the room. And as we left there was still many people hollering at me in appraise. "This so far has been the best Comic-Con EVER! And Devin, you realize how many guys are going to go home with a picture of 'you' in that pose?" I giggled at his words "Jacob I don't care. I just got an exact replica of Harribels Zanpakuto for absolutely nothing! So what if those people took pictures of me, you should understand, this sword is worth like four or five hundred dollars." Lana jumped as she hugged my arm the further we walked. "My man knows how to work his magic." That got a snicker out of Casey. "Okay you two love birds why don't we get out of here and go see if they're any good panels out there." And so we did. We had a great time going to panels such as Ironman, Justice League, Veronica Mars, at the Archer panel I got to meet H. Jon Benjamin the voice of Sterling Archer and also Aisha Tyler voice of Lana Kane. (Danger Zone) Ahh good times, good times. After our time there the four of us headed back out into the foyer where many people were taking pictures with others in costume. Casey had fun when he met up with a few other Spartans. Then there was a whole bunch of Batmans taking pictures together where they would line up between youngest suit and oldest suit. Lana and I took pictures with people Cosplaying as other characters from Bleach. Some sexy poses Lana and I did with two ladies dressed as Yoruichi Shihòin and Rangiku Matsumoto. I accidentally broke character after the first few pictures, awesome thing though the Bleach Cosplayers were totally cool, actually impressed I was able to look and sound like the real Harribel. "Hay." Casey spoke as the four of gathered up together again. "You guys want to go see what food they got here? My belly's a rumblin." "I could eat." Was what everyone said in unison. We laughed as we began making our way out of the foyer. "Oh. My. Goddess!" Only to stop from the rather loud exclamation we heard come from behind us. Turning around I caught site of something I've been seeing a lot lately. A Brony... But what was different was that this one was an extremely fat Brony, with a pink wig, yellow wings and what seemed to be a yellow quadruple XL shirt with three butterfly's on the front. This has been a common site for Comic-Con and other conventions. Bronies, I mean, they're not bad people. I watch the show too, just um... Why is it I always attract the strange ones? Oh... Right. "Oh my goddess! Halibel and Nel look so cute together!" Lana and I just looked at each other thinking the same thing. He was one of 'Those' Bronies. "Oh, do you mind if I get some pictures? My friends would flip seeing me with two beautiful girls such as yourselves." I didn't want to. This guy smelled like Mountain Dew, Cheetos, under-arm fungus and semen. He was all sweaty and just down right disgusting. "Sure dude! Here I'll even take the pictures for you." Casey I'm going to kill you. The next five minutes were spent taking pictures of either Lana and I in different poses, and some with the Brony himself. The last picture to take and I already had warned the guy three separate times not to touch when his filthy hands closed in near my arm or hip. You know how we model Cosplayers due things... No touch! Hover hands only. "Alright you two move in close for the last shot." Casey pointed making the guy move in close to me. "Okay on three say cheese you two." "One. Two. Three. Cheese!" I didn't say cheese. I didn't say a single world when I felt the guys hand squeeze my ass... *SMACK* A thunderous sound of a bitch slap hitting the Brony's face reverberated through-out the room silencing all that was happening. On lookers turned and watched as the Brony fell without grace onto the carpeted floor landing with a loud thud. I'm not one to get mad but as of this moment I was pissed! He squeezed my ass. MY ASS! "Don't do it baby!" Lana pulled me close, holding me back before I could even get close to that fat fuck. The basterd was being helped up by four different people as he rubbed the cheek I had back handed. "Ow! Bitch! Fucks your problem!?" "My problem!" I yelled with my real voice shocking many of the people gathering around us. "My problem is that you not only touched me, but you squeezed my ass you perverted freak!" The Brony just gaped at me as I seethed in anger. "Y-you're a guy?" "THAT'S NOT THE POINT!" I yelled with up most rage boiling inside me, a faint pulse I felt come from the Tiburon on my back. People gathered around us talking, murmuring with each other pointing at the scene in front of them. "I told you time and time again not to touch me and yet you have the audacity to do more and squeeze my ass!" "I-I thought you were a chick!" "Well I'm not! And even if I was you don't go around and squeeze some poor girls ass! That shit will land you in jail!" Lana began pulling me back away from the scene the Brony and I were making. "Come on baby let's just go we don't need to be here, we can still get something to eat." "Wait! Are you two together?" He asked astonished with how Lana was holding me. "Yeah! He's my boyfriend." The Brony looked surprised by the revelation. "S-seriously?" "Yes! Come on Devin, let's just go before I shove those yellow wings up his ass!" Casey placed his hand on my shoulder leading me away from the fat pitiful creature. We turned away from the Brony, leaving to get some lunch. "By Celestia that guy is such a fag..." Only for me to stop when those words caught my ears. I could feel my Zanpakuto pulse the further my anger would rise. "I feel sorry for the poor girl... She needs a real man like me, not some homo playing dress-up." That was it! I have had enough of this guy! Not even thinking, my index finger caught the top loop on the cross-guard of my Zanpakuto. With a clink I pulled the blade from it's scabbard letting the sword itself hang off my finger. People began backing away from the scene before them, many left searching for security or any that would stop what was happening. Lana came up behind pleading for me to stop what I was doing, but her words were that of white noise to my ears. I pointed the blade straight at the Brony, his face grew scared as he began to sweat. The pulses from Tiburon began to grow faster before it erupted with a blinding flash catching everyone's attention. A golden aura surrounded the blade like wood on fire. The world around me grew white, the people that stood in the foyer I could no longer see or hear. Jacob, was gone. Casey, was gone. My love, was gone. The only thing in my sight was the fat Brony that touched me, who belittle and angered me. I couldn't hear him beg or cry as he gotten onto his knees hoping I would stop. But I couldn't. I felt compelled to hurt him, to break him. The golden aura surrounding Tiburon grew like fuel to a fire. Then I did something that felt so natural to do. "Ola." I said breathlessly bringing my sword back feeling the energy in the hollow portion of my Zanpakuto build. "Azul." Before releasing the energy, thrusting my blade forward, causing an energy blade like projectile to strike against the basterd. The energy blade struck the Brony cutting him across the chest leaving blood and fat surrounding the air around him. The body of the brony fell back deceased as blood gushed out of the wound on his chest. Screams of horror reached my ears as the white plane surrounding me began to fade. I could see people again, but they were fleeing in terror from the scene. Fear gripped me on what I had done. I turned searching for my friends, for Lana, only to find Casey, and Jacob, gone and Lana, standing behind me fear stricken across her face. I held out my hand to hoping she would come to me... She didn't. Lana, backed away from me, tears streaking down her face. "Lana please." I called to her. She didn't answer. The girl I loved turned away from me and ran. I watched her form leave down the hall and out of my sight as my own tears fell from my eyes. I was alone and heart broken. The friends I called family and the girl I loved were gone. "GET DOWN! DOWN ON THE GROUND!!!" Police and SWAT were surrounding me, guns aimed on my person, red dots lining areas of my body. I was beyond scared now. I didn't know what to do! Should I run? Should I fight? Should I do as they say? I just didn't know. Tiburon began to pulse again. The gold energy came with a fury as it enwrapped every inch of me in it's aura. The fear was gone. I felt calm as the aura rushed through my being, there was the feeling. The feeling of being... Weightless. Author's Note Another chapter up!!! Yay. Anyway this could have been out yesterday but I went to an air show with my dad. I saw some crazy shit there man really crazy... Who would of thought that an old 1943 twin engine cargo plane can do crazy maneuvers in the sky. I'm talkin barrel rolls, loops other crazy stuff. Anyway. When I was writing the first chapter some old feelings came up and... I just had to sit and think about things. It was weird man. Anyway thanks for reading. Also since I have to write these chapters on my phone instead of oh fimfiction the wording looks very differently that I just realized. Chapter 3. The Liberation.Chapter 3. The Liberation. (Ponyville. Present Day) "I realize that this is a tall order, but I wouldn't ask if I weren't confident you could get him to use magic obediently of his own free will." Celestia said to timid yellow mare. "And... you really think I'll know best how to do that?" Fluttershy asked hiding behind her mane. "I do." The princess said giving the yellow timid mare a warm smile. "Now, I must return to Canterlot for Equestria's royal summit. You may release Discord when ready." With that Celestia and her guards took flight back to Canterlot leaving six mares and one baby dragon, a large stone gift. Twilight clopped her hooves together grabbing everyone's attention. "Okay, ponies, guess it's time to get started. Let's just hope this releasing spell works. "Or... let's not." Spike said fearfully hiding behind Twilight. Twilight rolled her eyes before using her magic to place her tiara onto her head. "We'd best keep our elements on at all times 'til further notice." She presented each mare with their own element. "Check!" The mares yelled in unison as each mare adorned their necklace. The six elements stood in a circle around Discord's entombed form. Twilight's horn sparkled as she levitated off the ground. A rainbow formed and connected with each of the elements necklaces also levitating each mare off the ground before each end of the rainbow connected with Twilight's tiara. When each end connected the lavender unicorns eyes opened shaking them encompassed in a white light, a cascade of colors erupted from her horn honing in onto Discord. Cracks formed on Discord's statue impending his release, but what the group did not know was that when the elements used their magic to free the chaos god, the elements themselves would also free all those whom have been imprisoned in stone. The only other creature imprisoned was the one in Canterlot Gardens. (Canterlot Gardens. Present Day.) Something was effecting my tomb. I could feel the stone shaking, cracking. Was it my time? Shall I finally become free from this stone prison? It was. The stone began to brake, cracks formed and pieces fell from my body. Slabs of stone shattered and littered the ground around my pedestal and finally, after so long of being entombed, I could at last smell the air of the world I have come to abhor. I jumped down from my pedestal onto the soft grass of Canterlot gardens, and found myself not in the least surprised that even with the loud clamor of shattering stone, there was no pony or guard in the vicinity to see what had caused such a disturbance. "It is not surprising that these pitiful beings would not investigate such a commotion in the back yard of their rulers home." I bent down brushing the grass with my fingers feeling the soft bristles dance betwixt my fingers. "It has been so long since I had last felt the touch of grass..." I looked up to a sight that had not changed since the first day I had been brought here from the Everfree Castle. The garden was a work beauty, the flora had this allurement to them that had me wanting to touch and wonder what fragrance they gave. The many fauna I had seen scurry with grace through the garden. Creatures I have never seen before. I stood once again looking through out the garden itself. "I believe I'll go for a walk." After leaving Discord in Ponyville, and placing him in the care of Fluttershy, the element of Kindness, Celestia, returned back to Canterlot Castle, where her sister Princess Luna, greeted her elder with an affectionate nuzzle. "Good marrow dear sister. How hath Discord? Did thou have much trouble with that fiend?" Celestia giggled listening to her sister speak in her archaic manner. "Lu-Lu, you're doing it again." "We are..." Luna blushed in embarrassment. "I am sorry Tia, it will take some time for us- I mean me to get used to this new form of speech." "That is quite alright sister, only as long you're trying your best. But as for Discord, I believe he his in most capable hooves with Fluttershy." "The element of Kindness?" Luna questioned. "She is a timid young mare but if thou- if 'you' believe she is the best choice for reforming Discord, then I will agree with your decision." "Thank you for the vote of confidence Lu-Lu, why don't you and I have lunch out in the garden. I have cancelled court for the next few days to check upon Discord and his status with the girls in Ponyville." "An excellent idea sister, as long as I can have some of those delicious pies the bakers created." Celestia, giggled as she lead Luna, out from the throne and into the hall. "Of course Luna, what kind of sister would I be to deny you your precious moon pies?" Luna used her hoof to rub her chin thinking of an name for a sister that would do such a thing. "I believe in the words from the element of Laughter, you my dear sister would be 'An evil enchantress whom does evil dances." Celestia, could not help but fall to the floor laughing her heart out from hearing such words. Her laughter began to slow and quiet down only for small snickers to escape her lips along with happy tears leaving her magenta eyes. "Oh Luna, I am so glad you are back in my life." She said nuzzling her sister. Luna herself couldn't help but let out a few tears hearing her sisters words. "Yes, I too am happy to rule with my sister again." "Come along Lu-Lu, those pies aren't going to eat themselves..." Both sister left, heading to the kitchen to gather what necessities they would need for their perfect picnic. (P.O.V. Harribel. 2 hours later) I have been roaming through this garden not but a few short hours. The fauna of this place are so majestic all in their own way. The different scents of the flora were exhilarant in each of their own fragrance. This is no zoo for these breeds but more of an oasis for them. My legs felt a bit weak. It has been close to two millenia since I had last walked upon this world, a little rest to gather my strength should help. As I sat back against a large tree I watched as the fauna interacted with one another. The larger ones would graze around the garden letting the smaller ones sit back perched upon their shoulders. I felt the weight of something small fall upon my shoulder. Turning my head I came face to face with a small fuzzy creature, it looked like cross between a squirrel and something? It looked at me with it's large eyes, curious to what I was, it squeaked feeling my shoulder move but relaxed as I scratched it's furry head. It made this cooing noise the more I did so. The creature made small clicks with it's mouth catching the ears of the other fauna roaming nearby. Now I find myself surrounded by many different species of fauna that I have no idea to what name each of them may possess. One by one they would lie near or next to me falling to sleep as I used my hands to pet each of their heads or the fur upon their backs. "Nature is a fascinating thing." The sun began it's decent and it was about time I left. The ponies should be aware by now that my statue was missing, no doubt Celestia would spare no expense in searching for me. The small creature that fell asleep upon my shoulder, I gently lift it's sleeping form moving placing it's tiny body to rest at the base of the tree with the other fauna. Taking silent steps, I walked away from the many fauna that slept under the tree making my way further into the gardens. Not for a few short minutes I came across the hedging of a maze. The same maze I had seen many years ago back in my old world. Of course. This is the same maze that Twilight, and her friends traversed thinking Discord had hidden their elements inside. Stepping inside the maze I found many tracks leading into different parts of the maze. Some leading left, right or just straight ahead. I chose the most obvious path and went right. If this maze was created by the simplest of minds then there would be a simple path to take. Right, left, left, right. Of course it was simple. As I moved I found myself crossing the same areas the elements too found themselves and where Discord had taken away that part that made them who they were. "So this is what one would find in the center of this place." Open space upon statues that lined the corners of the hedges and in the center two of them, one of Celestia, the other of Luna. I felt Tiburón begin to pulse. He was my Zanpakuto, he felt what I felt, the injustice these so called princesses gave to me for my so called crimes. Taking Tiburón into my hand I felt my spirit energy rise the further I looked upon those statues. Tiburón pulsed faster and faster as golden energy ignited into the center of the hollow blade, winds picked up kicking dirt all around the center of the maze. I brought my arm back feeling the energy grow further, I spoke one word. "Cero" as I swung my blade across the air the golden energy that built into Tiburón released into a wide arc following the path of my Zanpakuto. The golden energy of my blade released crossing it's path obliterating the two statues into nothing but dust and gravel. My Cero sped forth beyond the statues and annihilating all that proceeded into it's path. "No doubt that caught someone's attention... I should truly take my leave now." Turning to an open area not destroyed by my Cero, I swiped my free hand against the air. "Descorrer." I spoke. The Garganta, a loosed void of darkness only Arrancars such as myself can create, opened for me. 'If I am right, then this gate should take me home.' But before I could step inside, the sound of many hooves striking against the dirt ground caught my attention. There on the far side of the maze where my Cero formed the tremendous hole that tore through the hedging stood Celestia, along with her sister and the few guards standing close to them. (Canterlot Gardens, 1 hour ago.) "Sister have thou- I mean you ever scene such a sight before?" Luna, asked staring at a sight very perplexing "I have seen many things during my time here in Canterlot, Luna, but this I can say is a sight I have never come across." Both royals stood before a tree were they had found few of the many creatures that thrived inside their garden sleeping peacefully with one another. It was strange, sure the many creatures lived together in their oasis in the gardens but to see such a sight was rather if not very strange to the two princesses. "Should we find another area to have our picnic? I do not wish to disturb their peaceful slumber." "That is very thoughtful of you Lu-Lu, come I know of another lovely spot close by." The two royals trekked only for only short minutes before coming to another tree close by the entrance of the garden maze. Setting down their blanket and food, the two sisters began eating their spoils of cake and moon pies. Celestia, would speak in length of how her student Twilight, as come so far from being the studious young filly she brought into her mentorship to being the ingenious independent adventurous mare with friends she has become. Talks between sisters went on for some time until their picnic was disturbed by one of Celestia's solar guards. "My princess I come with some disturbing news." Celestia finished eating her cake before addressing her guard. "This is not about my nephew sending another pony into the dungeon is it?" "Honestly princess, I wish it was. It seems one of the statues in the garden as gone missing. "Do you know the name of which statue?" Luna questioned the guard. The guard shook his head. "I'm sorry princess Luna, it seems the statue's name was never catalogued." "Can you describe the statue that has gone missing then?" "I will try my best Princess Luna. From what I remember the last time I had seen the statue was approximately three days ago. The statue was bi-pedal in form, with two large mounds on it's chest. It wore very strange clothing that only covered it's legs and arms and partially the mounds on it's chest, and with what seemed to be a weapon upon it's back." Celestia, and Luna, sat stock still as fear gripped them. "G-guard. Did the statue seem to have a messy mane with three long strands?" "I believe so princess... Is something the matter?" The guard asked noticing the frightened looks of both princesses. Both sisters stood from their picnic blanket in a rush. "Go and gather as many guards as you can and have them report to us imme-!" Gushing winds stopped the solar princess and the feeling of immense power forming close by further gripped her in fear. The winds caught many guards attention as many came rushing from the castle, heading to the area where their princesses were located. The guards formed together at the entrance to the maze armed with their spears or swords along with the golden armor they wore. A large gold light appeared beyond the hedging inside the maze, Celestia could feel it's immense power. Moving... Her eyes grew wide as she found lt's intended path. "MOVE! GET OUT OF THE WAY!!!" She screamed. Guards jumped away hearing their princesses orders, except one. The gold energy came with such speed out from the maze that one lone guard had no time to leap away. The energy encompassed his entire form incinerating the young guard into nothing but ash. The gold form of his armor melted down as it mixed with the metal of his sword. Guards looked upon the sight of their former guards pony in shock. There was nothing left of him only dust and echo's. "GUARDS!" Celestia boomed in anger. The guards looked away from their fallen friend to their princess whom gave a very disturbed look. "You! Come with me to find the demon that did this. You!" She pointed her hoof to a lone Pegasus in the group. "Go back to the castle, round up all the guards you can and bring them to the maze." The guard saluted to his princess before taking off heading to the barracks. The others galloped right behind both princesses that took off through the giant hole where the golden energy had come from. The hedging burned all around them as the two princesses and their guards galloped with all their might to the center of the fiery maze where Celestia had felt the tremendous energy had risen. The center was coming up Celestia could see where the the blast had first began. She with the others came to a screeching halt as the center came upon the group. She was there, the one being that had the power to destroy the enchanted maze. The one that had murdered the poor guard that did not react in time. 'Harribel! How? How did she get free!?' The Solar Princess thought to herself. The guards began to move up to apprehend the creature that had caused the chaos, but were quickly halted when Celestia placed her hoof in front of them knowing full well that they would not stand a chance against the Arrancar. Celestia locked eyes with Harribel just for a quick second. In that second she could see, nothing. No tell of what the Arrancar intended to do. Then Celestia caught in her sight something that did not belong. The dark void that opened before Harribel... 'What was it?' She asked herself. The Solar Princess got her answer as the Arrancar stepped inside disappearing into the void before everypony's eyes. The mouth like void began to close, Celestia surged forward with great speed intending to follow Harribel. But it was to late as the gate sealed shut, vanishing like it was never there. Celestia stood stock still as questions ran through her mind. 'How did she get free? Where did she go? Did she leave Equestria?' as these thoughts built her sister Luna ordered the guards to head back to the castle before making her way over to her sister. "Tia..." She softly before her sister interrupted. "She's gone Luna. She's gone and we have no clue where too. We know very little about her or the true power she possesses. What will she do? Will she return? Will she fight us for what we did to her?" "We need to prepare sister. We must prepare for when Harribel makes her return." "Yes we will. She will be more cautious next time Luna. She knows of the elements and their power." "Neigh sister. She may know of the elements, but what she does not know is that we are no longer the bearers. Twilight and her friends will be the key in turning Harribel back into stone." "You are right but even still Lu-Lu we must be ready. Go back to the castle, round up the highest ranking guards and order them meet us in the throne room as soon as possible. We will need help from everypony. I will send word to Cadence and Shining Armor for them to return to Canterlot." "What of the girls in Ponyville? We will need their help as well." "No."Celestia shook her head. "Not yet. We will need the help of Discord on this matter. Keep them unaware for now, only until Discord has been reformed then they will be told." "Very well sister, I will speak to you again in the throne room. For now I will gather the guards." "And I will send word to Shining Armor." Nothing else was said as both sisters left the ruined maze. A being was released from her tomb and now Equestria will prepare for when the being returns. Question is. When will she return? (P.O.V. Harribel. Present Day) As I past through the Garganta I came upon a sight of white deserts, rocky formations in the distance and not a drop of water nearby. Quartz like minerals shaped as plants and high in the sky shone the moon that I knew would never fall. I was home. In Hueco Mundo. Author's Note I didn't particularly like the ending for Celestia and Luna. If you thought things felt wrong please leave a comment. Also wooo... Three chapters in under a week that a first for me. Chapter 4. The Meeting.Chapter 4. The Meeting. (Canterlot Castle Throne Room) Celestia and Luna both sat on there separate thrones watching as guards both Solar and Lunar walked through the throne room doors. Only few of the higher ranking officers were stationed in Canterlot, seeing to training new recruits and to stay for council with the princesses when needed. But many were stationed outside in similar cities, cities like Manehatten, Stalliongrad, or Las Pegasus. Others had to be teleported from their embassies in neighboring countries like Zebrica, the Minotaur Highlands or the Gryphon Empire. For this threat, Equestria, was going to need all her guards. And possibly her allies, but if it comes to worse, the help of her enemies as well. "Does thou have any news from our niece and her beloved?" Luna asked as she turned to her sister as the last of the officers walked in. Celestia gave a nod but a smile never crossed her lips. "They should be arriving soon Luna. We will brief them on our situation when they arrive, but as of now we should address our guards. Harribel is a threat I wished to never face again." Both sisters stood from their thrones casting their eyes over the many officers of their royal guards. Sergeants, Lieutenants and Captains, all stood still as they awaited word from their princesses. Even the head members of the flying acrobatic team 'The Wonderbolts' showed. Captain Spitfire, Lieutenant Soarin and Sergeant Fleetfoot, reported in for the princesses meeting. Celestia gave sigh before looking into each and every guards eyes. "As you know," She began. "only a few short hours ago, a dangerous creature had escaped from it's stone prison here at Canterlot Castle destroying the Canterlot Maze and murdering a fellow guard. Many of you if not all have most likely passed her statue in the past." A Golden hue formed on the tip of Celestia's horn and in a flash, a large portrait formed above her and Luna, for all the guards in the room to see. "This is Tier Harribel, many years ago our ponies named her "Destroyer". Sketches have already been made and have been sent out to all royal guard barracks and embassies. Before my sister and I imprisoned her in stone using the 'Elements of Harmony' there was only one thing we ever found out about her, and that was only her name. If any of you or your subordinates ever come across her, do not attack! Fall back and send word to Canterlot as fast as you can. Do not be fooled by her appearance. She may look thin and fragile but she herself is far from such a notion. Harribel's attack today was nothing compared to what my sister and I have witnessed almost two millenia ago." Luna gave a nod before continuing where her sister left off. "What our sister says is thine truth. 'Rumbling Rock Ridge' was once a tall and beautiful mountain that towered even this the one Canterlot resides upon. We believe that she herself single hoofidly caused the mountain to crumble. She hath split the earth. Once a small settlement that housed some of the happiest of our subjects became what many will forever now call 'Ghastly Gorge'." Just as the Lunar Princesses finished, the throne room doors opened and two ponies, one an alabaster unicorn stallion with a two-toned blue mane and tail wearing a set of purple armor. His name, Shining Armor former head Captain to her majesty Princess Celestia's Royal Guard, now a Prince for the Crystal Empire. Standing beside him was one of only three Alicorns left in existence. The Alicorn mare known as Princess mi Amore Cadenza, or Cadence as she prefers. A young Princess that rules the Crystal Empire next to her husband. With her pink coat and multi-hued mane and tail with colors of pink, purple and gold. The Alicorn's wings flittered as her eyes along with her husband's eyes caught sight of the two princesses whom stood atop the steps that lead to the two thrones. The two princesses upon the throne steps looked back behind the many Equestrian officers to find their niece and her husband. In a flash the portrait of Harribel that Celestia held with her magic was gone and again Celestia spoke. "Share this information with all subordinates and take heed in what we say, remember do not engage Harribel. She is far to dangerous to combat, we shall send updates on this matter once new information becomes available. Now..." Celestia paused as her stern and stoic look turned sullen. "Tomorrow a funeral will be held for Corporal Silver Lance. I implore you if you are able, do come, pay your respects to the young guard. His life was taken away today by the destroyer Harribel. That is all, if you are not able to attend, then my sister and I wish you a safe trip back to your posts." Both sisters gave a bow ending the meeting. The Equestrian officer gave a salute to their princesses before bowing in respect. Celestia and Luna again sat back upon their thrones watching as their officers filed out of the throne room but not before bowing before Princess Cadence and Prince Shining Armor. When the last of the guards had left Celestia's horn gave a glow and in a puff, a silver tray with a single wine bottle and four crystal wine glasses appeared. The sound of hoof steps echoed in the empty room as Cadence and Shining Armor began to trot up the throne steps. Celestia began pouring the wine into each glass before setting the silver tray beside her and holding each glass for each individual pony to hold. Shining Armor held is glass in his magic, swirling the drink letting the others take their sip before he did so himself. He watched as both the solar and lunar princess downed their entire glass each and each taking a heavy sigh afterwards. "Corporal Silver Lance," The former head Captain spoke. "a fine young guard, trained him myself before moving to the Crystal Empire." Shining gave a sullen sigh the same as Celestia had done earlier. "Can't believe he's gone." "He shall be remembered young prince." Luna said, pouring herself another glass. She swirled the drink a bit before taking a sip. "Aunt Celly, Who was that creature you showed to the guards? You called her Harribel. She reminds of one of the statues from the gardens." "That is because she is Cadence." Celestia said putting down her wine glass. "Or she used to be. Luna and I had imprisoned Harribel many years ago in the same way we had done to Discord, by entrapping her in stone using the 'Elements of Harmony'. Now she's free and..." Celestia looked to her sister with a concerned look. "And in all honesty, we are scared." Shining Armor and Cadence looked to the Solar Princess in shock. How? How can the two most powerful beings be scared of such a small looking creature!? "Thou is most likely wondering why?" Luna asked. The young prince and princess shook their head yes as they stared at the celestial sisters. "Very well. It is best that you know anyways, tis the reason why you both have been summoned to Canterlot... Many moons ago far before my own banishment and a only a century after we had defeated Discord, did we come across the strange being known as Tier Harribel... And the destruction that was left in her wake." (To Be Continued) (Hueco Mundo) I've walked these sands for a time that had no purpose in this realm. It could have been hours maybe even entire day I couldn't tell. The scene all around me never changed. The sands, rocks, crystallized flora, even the reversed crescent moon that hung in the empty sky never changed. Life didn't seem to exist in this world, no signs of any Hollows large or small; that and my pesquisa couldn't sense any form of Reiatsu, from any distance away. I was alone again, but this time there wasn't the annoyance of that mongrel Discord pestering me in my head. Now that I think of him I realize that if the show progressed the way it should, then it was only time before Celestia had the elements release him. If they haven't done so already. That could be the reason why I was released. And he knows more then enough about me. Who I am, who I used to be and who I have become. There is no doubt in my mind he will help his new pony 'Friends' in trying to capture me and placing me back stone. "Ugh. I would rather not think about that fool right now." I gave a grunt as I shook my head. Walking further through the sands I could truly see how perfect this world seemed to me. Nothing here I could find or see that would aggravate me. I could finally meditate in peace and train and further understand my Arrancar abilities. I remember how I first come realize what power I held, when I had used a sónido to escape from the Ursa Major back in the Everfree all those years ago. It was so weird to me feeling such energy. I was running for my life as a giant cosmic bear chased me through the dense forest, the only thing going through my mind at that time was getting to safety. I didn't know if it was possible for the Ursa to even harm me, but back then I didn't want to take that chance. I remember passing tree after tree, branches smacked against my bare skin as the the Ursa powered through behind me tearing down foliage as it drew closer and closer trying to nip at my head. In my state of running there was this feeling of energy rising, coursing through my body and before I knew it, I was gone. Away from the giant bear and somewhere outside the forest by a large mountain. I took refuge inside a nearby cave at the base of the mountain just in time as the Ursa struck against the mountain itself trying to claw it's way to me. When I was trapped in stone I was able weave much of my spirit energy at the time. Doing so was the reason why only now I was able create such a basic Cero or open the Garganta without succumbing to exhaustion. If I wanted to and put more energy into the Cero, I would have leveled Canterlot Castle just as easy as I had the two statues inside the maze. Even with all the years I had to weave my energy, it wasn't enough to help me break free from my prison but it was enough to bring me home. It's strange really. Three different worlds I have been in and yet Hueco Mundo felt like home the moment I stepped through the Garganta. Was it the amount of reishi that Hueco Mundo possessed? Or was it because it was always home to Harribel? It couldn't be the reishi, there was no difference between Equestria, and Hueco Mundo. Again it was strange to think that the years living in Texas in a life that was nothing more than luxurious to me having all that I could want and ask for and yet only now that I am here and in this form do I feel more at home then when I was on earth. I wondered for a time while I was entombed in stone if this was my destiny. To become Harribel. I wondered if someone other than me had bought Tiburón from that vendor, would they have become Harribel? Would they have been sent to Equestria? Both my heart and mind would say no to this question. It had to be me. But why? Is it because I was able to create the perfect illusion? To not just look the part that was Harribel, but to act and speak as she does? Or maybe this was to be my destiny. The one that god had made for me. And out of all the places in the vast number of universes. Why Equestria? Why not the Bleach universe? Where Harribel is really from. I asked these questions but the search for an answer became a fruitless endeavor. There was no looking back at it now. I am what I am and I was placed in a world were my being did not belong. Nothing can change that. But now I'm here. Home in Hueco Mundo, or maybe Equestria's version of Hueco Mundo? I am unsure of either. "As long as I am away from those two princesses, Discord and those damn elements I'll be fi-." I halted were I stood not finishing my own words, my pesquisa warning me of reiatsu surging from somewhere to the west of where I was. "It seems I am not alone like I thought." I said looking west to where the energy surged. I wasn't sure how far away the energy was surging, but I was curious to whom it belong to. I turned westward, a booming static noise screamed behind me as my body propelled forward with great speed. When I had first used a sónido, I thought nothing of it. Later when I used it again it felt like a basic instinct to me, and I wondered if that was the case for all Arrancars. I traveled far. How far I didn't know, but whomever was forcing their reiryoku to rise was not letting it falter. I passed hundreds of sand dunes, thousands of crystallized flora and many of the jagged rocky mountains, only for my body to completely halt from any movement as I came upon a sight of what was maybe, just a mirage. But I knew Aizen's fortress could be anything but. Las Noches is massive just as the show described. Far larger than Canterlot Castle by a large margin. Put the two together and the equine castle would be nothing but laughable. Looking at the massive fortress brang back memories from long ago. The many rooms and areas inside the fortress... Then their was the many inhabitants that lived inside. The many inhabitants that my pesquisa was beginning to find. "Who else has come to Hueco Mundo?" Author's Note Well this done... Finally. Anyway. It's freaking ridiculous you know. Girl walks into Marshalls goes to guys section to get clothes for herself and people call her tomboy right? I go to same store with my girlfriends credit card to buy clothes, shoes and shit, but I pass by the shoes section and find a kickass pair of white five and half inch pumps with black polka dots and a beautiful black and white bow in the back. Well guess what they were sexy and in my size, so I went ahead and tried them on and ding, ding, ding. They f-Ing fit! But of course people are watching me as I walk around and of course some snicker and laugh some yell out 'GAY!' They do this and you know what I do? I pick up my shit and walk to the cashier and pay for all of it, my heels clicking on the tile floor. Even with all the intolerant people in the store the cashier was nice, she ringed me up and wished me nice day. I thank her and walk out of Marshalls like a man in high heeled shoes. HA! But still, it's ridiculous that people are fine with woman wearing men's clothes and yet when we guys do the opposite people like to be cruel about it. Fuck. Them. Chapter 5Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.Chapter 1. The Betrayal.Chapter 1. The Betrayal. (Canterlot Gardens, Two years ago) I never thought I would say this but... This garden is very peaceful. Even with the injustice I was given I was placed where there was only peace and quiet, where the ambience of the animals was the only comfort I could want and need. But that was years ago before the chaos god next to me was able break the peace with the obnoxiousness of his being. Now after being here stuck in stone for over so many years I wanted out. To leave and be in piece. There is also something that has come to my mind as well, something that has come back so very often over the past years. The thought. How long have I been here? 'Discord?' 'Yes my love?' 'How many times have I told you not to call me that?' Even through stone I could still hear his obnoxious laughter. 'Why my dear, I believe this was the... 57,469,115th time so far.' He snickered. 'Discord you have plagued my mind since you found a way to talk to me. And as annoying as you are I do consider you my friend but as for now could you please stop. I wanted to ask you a question, since you have been here longer than I have.' 'Ask away my dear we have nothing but time right now. Go on, what could little ol' me do for you my sweet chocolate frappe?' I ignored his comment and asked. 'How long have I been here? How long since Celestia and Luna trapped me in stone?' 'Well my dear, I believe it has been about one thousand, seven hundred and seventy six years. It may not be accurate, but I am sure it would blow your bucking mind!' I am not one to start a confrontation. All I wish for is peace, but sometimes all I wanted to do was wrap my hands around Discords neck and end his pitiful life. But then I would lose my only friend here. 'You must stop watching Robot Chicken, Discord. Has it truly been that long? How has my life come to this?' 'Well my little Espada why don't we go back and see?' And just as he said, Discord, just like before time and time again searched through my memories, but this time looking for the day I became the 3rd ranked Espada of Hueco Mundo. Tier Halibel. (P.O.V. Me 1,776 years ago) It was great day for Comic-Con. A bright and sunny day with not a cloud in the sky, traffic was bearable on the highway where my friends and I plus another were driving down to a place were hundreds, possibly thousands of nerds, geeks, Otakus and others gather together in costume to have fun meet new and sometimes interesting people. But hopefully not like last year where alot of people smelled. Bad. (B.O.) Bad. Oh forgot to mention the cool stuff that's happening there too. There was Jacob driving his sedan in his Batman costume. Sitting next to him was Casey that bald basterd in his custom made Spartan III Mjolnir armor. In the back was Lana in her Nelliel Tu Odelschwanck or Nel Tu, Bleach, costume. Finally there was me. "Dear god Devin, I can't believe you're actually going to Comic-Con looking like that!" Of course one of my friends didn't like my choice in costume. "Oh come on Casey, don't be like that! You knew he came out of the closet back in High school, this shouldn't be a problem now." And that there was my girlfriend coming to my defense. "Don't bother with it Lana. He just jealous I can look more woman than his own mother." I joked making Casey huff in annoyance. It's true. What kind of guy can say he could perfectly pull off looking like Tier Halibel, from Bleach. Or Motoko Kusanagi, from Ghost in the Shell. There are more but there is no point in putting them down. "The fact that you can pull off looking like one is weird enough bro. Look I have no problem with you being transgendered Devin. It's just. My god, last year we barely spent any time together. Everyone there wanted a picture with you, and don't even ask how many guys gave you their number." I was Motoko last year. Lana turned to me, her brow cocked for question. "So... How many guys gave you their numbers?" I sighed crossing my arms over my fake breasts of my costume as I looked out the window. "When we got back to the hotel room we counted one hundred and seventeen different numbers. And that was just after the first day. I didn't get any after that because the next day when I saw many of them writing their numbers down again I told them straight up that I was a guy." "And what did they do when you told them?" "Most of them screamed and ran away, the others... Kept writing. I swear people think that just because a guy is cross playing it doesn't mean he's gay." "Ah, you poor baby come here." Lana pulled me to her letting my head rest against amble bosom covered by her tattered green shirt. She began to unzip my jacket, the zipper dangling right at the end of the jacket that only covered the top portion of my breasts. The zipper fully went up leaving most of my breasts bare since the fake fish bone I created was only made to cover my nipples and the top portion of my chest all the way to my neck. Then there was perfectly carved masked obscuring most of my face. If anyone else were to see what came next they would think there was a hot half-naked lesbian make-out session with a blonde girl purposely showing most of her breasts, happening in the backseat of a small Ford Focus. In fact that's what many of the conventioneers that gathered to Comic-Con thought as Batman (A.K.A. Jacob) pulled into the convention grounds. Loud cheering was heard as people gathered around the Ford looking inside watching what they thought was two women making out inside. Many had pulled out their phones capturing video or pictures of the scene. Everything stopped when Casey had rolled his window down and yelled. "THE BLONDE ONE IS A GUY!!!" Many shrieked in horror, others kept taping. It took five minutes for security to come by and shoo away the crowd that blocked our way into the parking garage. Before we entered the garage Lana and I had long stopped kissing as our eyes stayed focused on the Spartan in the front seat. Casey, looked back at Lana and I glaring with a disappointed gaze. "You happy? You see what you did! Fuck! Now they're going to flock to the two of you like a bunch of Seagulls." "Calm down Spartan. We'll stick together this time right guys?" Jacob asked. I jumped out of the car grabbing my crappy wood Zanpakuto replica with me. "Like I'm going to leave my two bro's for those people. come on! I wanna see if those vendors have any cool stuff. Plus I hear there's going to be a panel for 'Veronica Mars.' It was quiet as the four of us walked out of the garage. "God damn Devin! What the hell do you do to even look like this?" I smiled underneath my mask for hearing what I accomplished. "Jacob my boy let me tell you. My hair is real, no weave or wig. Green contacts for my eyes and fake eyelashes as well. But to have body like this... Well there's a reason why I only got salads when we all went out to eat. Not to mention I go to the gym. And of course you know this isn't my original skin color, tanning does help." "And your tits? They're fake right? Cause I didn't think you would be the one for using hormones or having plastic surgery." "Dude. Batman... There is no way in hell I would ever do both of those things. I may be a cross dresser but I won't go any farther." "Can we hurry this up I'm sweating in this damn armor! Besides people are already staring at you two." Damn people staring at me with their lust filled eyes over my sexy body. And my girlfriend's too. When we reached the doors to the convention we knew it was time. One small step for me, one giant horde of horny nerds, Otakus and etc ready to herd around me like a bunch of animals. Poor Casey. (Canterlot Gardens. Two years ago) The memory faded as the sound of voices came closer to our statues. When the voices crested past the small hill I noticed that it was that time that had finally come. Standing before our statues was a small marooned colored earth pony and behind her a group of young colts and fillies looking upon the gardens around them. 'I was wondering when this day would come.' "Now class which one of you can tell me what this statue represents." Applebloom, Scootaloo a Sweetie Belle began fighting over the different names they had given tackling each other too see which would stand on top and would be right in answering Cheerilee's question on Discord. Unknown to any of the ponies I could blatantly see the cracks forming in his statue. As Cheerilee preached to her students of Discord, there in front of me was a small grey Pegasus with a black mane and tail. "Miss Cheerilee what's this?" "Woah, I ain't never seen a creature like this one before." Applebloom the yellow filly with the bow in her mane spoke. "She's pretty." The grey colt said staring at my statue. Even with being trapped in stone I some how could feel a blush forming on my cheeks. "How do you know it's girl Rumble." Another Pegasus Scootaloo, actually. The small orange filly with a purple mane asked. Rumble looked confused. He didn't know how but for some reason he just knew that the form of the statue was female. "I-I don't know?" Actually children, nopony knows what or whom this creature even is. It is said that it rivals even Discord, in ways of magic. They are tales that say this creature not only created the chasm that splits the princesses former castle and the Everfree Forest, but also for creating 'Gassly Gorge' and the Ponyville Pond." The students stared up at me with wonder, awe and fear in their eyes. 'If only they knew the truth of those events.' "Come along children it's time for lunch." When the garden was finally clear of all inhabitants teacher, student or guard the cracks upon Discords statue grew and with a final flash the god of chaos was free. Discord stretched his old bones eliciting cracks with every twist of his body. "Oh how wondrous it is to be free again! Oh I'm so happy I could just dance." Lo and behold he was dancing... On my head. 'Discord.' The Draconquess stopped his dancing to float down to where he and I were now face to stone face. 'Yes dear Halibel? What can the god of chaos do for the Arrancar of the sea?" 'Please release me Discord, in doing so I shall forever be in your debt. I have had enough being entombed here inside this rock, I wish to be free once again the same as you. Discord stood on the ground before me, pacing as he rubbed the goatee on his chin. "Hmm, I think not." 'What?' "Oh did I not make myself clear? Well then here let me spell it out for you Halibel. I am not letting you free. Equestria does not need two instruments of chaos." He closed in with a smug smile that put small bit of rage into my heart. "She only needs me." Discord then took flight leaving me here entombed in this hell to rot for however long I must wait. 'You just like the princesses have wronged me Discord. When I am finally free I will have my peace and justice that I so rightfully deserve, this I swear it. Author's Note I hope first chapter was good for you guys.
Chapter 2. The Convention.Chapter 2. The Convention. (Comic-Con 1,778 Years Ago) It felt great not being bombarded by people. Sure there was the occasional fan that would ask for a picture but in the end Lana and I weren't bothered much by them... Although a few guys would try to flirt with us, only to be shot down as I pulled Lana in close to me. It was funny watching some of them become crestfallen over the site of the two of us holding each other close... Then there was the occasional bigot that would rant saying what we were doing is wrong and we would spend eternity in hell for it. That's when I had gotten angry, getting into there faces using my real voice to tell them off! In the end I made most of them runaway. And the last one I made cry. We walked away from that scene, Lana, and I hand in gloved hand with a Spartan and Batman on our sides. "Devin, I love you." This came from Batman as he patted me on the back. "Get in line Jacob, right now he's mine." Was Lana's response. Walking through a crowded building with what looked like two of the most beautiful Cosplayers walking very closely with each other gathered alot of attention... Not to mention flashes of Camera phones. "Hay, hay I don't love him that much Lana by all rights he's yours just by damn Devin you showed those assholes what's up." I chuckled lightly having a blush come to my cheeks. "Ahh, look what you did Batman! You're embarrassing her." And there goes the Spartan with his quip. "That was pretty cool Devin, although if any of them tried to hurt you ya know we got your back right?" I laughed at this. "Well of course I know that you big metal lug. Hell if that ma5b was real I know you'd pop a cap in their asses." "Damn straight." Casey laughed. Walking into a new room we came across many stalls of vendors selling their wares. There we saw different people in costume looking through different stalls. I saw Pyramid Head of Silent Hill looking at a small ring, a guy dressed as Solaire of Astora from Dark souls holding a white staff and Krieg a Psycho from Borderlands wildly swinging a rusty knife. There was one stall though that caught my green colored contacted eyes. "Welcome ladies and gentlemen... What can this humble merchant do for you." The vendor called before noticing where my eyes were looking. "Ah I see the Arrancar likes what she sees?" I just nod my head picking up the life like replica of Halibel's Zanpakuto. It felt so real and so very right to hold. As I twirled the sword in my hands I could tell it was expertly crafted by that of a master blacksmith. The blade it's self is hollow in the middle, nothing but the edges of the blade that made up the part of the Zanpakuto. Its handle is purple, and its guard is as wide as its blade, with three small holes on either end. I wanted it. And I didn't care what the cost was. "How much?" I asked holding Tiburon, the name of Halibel's Zanpakuto. The merchant laughed at this. "For the only woman I have seen perfectly pull off looking like the 3rd ranked Espada of Hueco Mundo? The only payment I ask is that of a simple picture. 'A picture? Just a simple picture!?' This deal is to good to pass up. "I'll do it!" "Excellent!" The merchant said as he pulled out antique looking camera. He gave me the description of the picture he wanted and even though he asked for me to show just a bit more skin, I obliged. It was either that or pay the full amount the replica actually cost. And the picture he wanted, required me to unzip my jacket... And the thing is, what people don't know about me is that when I get into character, I model after that character to the tee. So when my costume for Comic-con this year was Tier Harribel, I made every point to get every inch of my body to look exactly like the Arrancar. That meant tanning my skin, letting my hair grow out, coloring my hair blonde, green contacts for my eyes, blonde colored eyelashes, custom made silicon breasts that I ordered to be the exact size and shape with the number 3 colored on the inside of the right breast. Wearing corsets (which hurt like a bitch)to give me that nice hour-glass figure along with training my voice to sound just like the female Arrancar. And all of that was purely cosmetic. Harribel's outfit which I made myself where also made to be an exact replica as the one from the original Japanese version of Bleach, instead of the American dubbed version, where Harribel's jacket covered all of her breasts instead of most. Many and I mean 'many' conventioneers gathered around the area that I and my Fracción (my friends) where at as I took a seat onto the carpet floor unzipping my jacket letting each end fall to either side of my breasts showing all, the mostly covered view of my torso. My Hollow mask consisted of the sides of my face and my mouth, as well as the area below and around my neck extending down to most of my chest to also covering, my nipples. Hoots and her hollers rang loudly along with sound of many cameras clicking to the many shots the conventioneers were taking of me. I finished getting into position. My left hand propping my body up as I held my Tiburon in my right and over my bent right knee. "That's perfect! Now, just move your head down and look into the camera with a neutral gaze... Yes just like that!" When the merchant pushed the button, the antique camera gave a flash and I swear I could see a golden aura surround my blade but only for a split second. With everything done, Lana, helped me up off the ground as the merchant went back to his stall "That was perfect! Thank you miss, I believe this was a superb transaction for the two of us!" I laughed zipping down my jacket covering up most of my torso again except for the under cleavage. I removed the crappy wooden replica from my back and replaced it with the real life-like replica, sheath and all. "No..." I said before letting my voice drop to it's true tone. "Thank you." And with that I took Lana's hand in mine and left. At the vendors stall, the merchant's mouth hung agape at what he just heard. Next to him stood a laughing Spartan. "How does it feel to know you just took a picture of a guy dressed as Harribel?" Casey left leaving the merchant stumped. The question he had asked was rhetorical no reason for needing an answer. The Spartan quickly caught up to us as we were heading out of the room. And as we left there was still many people hollering at me in appraise. "This so far has been the best Comic-Con EVER! And Devin, you realize how many guys are going to go home with a picture of 'you' in that pose?" I giggled at his words "Jacob I don't care. I just got an exact replica of Harribels Zanpakuto for absolutely nothing! So what if those people took pictures of me, you should understand, this sword is worth like four or five hundred dollars." Lana jumped as she hugged my arm the further we walked. "My man knows how to work his magic." That got a snicker out of Casey. "Okay you two love birds why don't we get out of here and go see if they're any good panels out there." And so we did. We had a great time going to panels such as Ironman, Justice League, Veronica Mars, at the Archer panel I got to meet H. Jon Benjamin the voice of Sterling Archer and also Aisha Tyler voice of Lana Kane. (Danger Zone) Ahh good times, good times. After our time there the four of us headed back out into the foyer where many people were taking pictures with others in costume. Casey had fun when he met up with a few other Spartans. Then there was a whole bunch of Batmans taking pictures together where they would line up between youngest suit and oldest suit. Lana and I took pictures with people Cosplaying as other characters from Bleach. Some sexy poses Lana and I did with two ladies dressed as Yoruichi Shihòin and Rangiku Matsumoto. I accidentally broke character after the first few pictures, awesome thing though the Bleach Cosplayers were totally cool, actually impressed I was able to look and sound like the real Harribel. "Hay." Casey spoke as the four of gathered up together again. "You guys want to go see what food they got here? My belly's a rumblin." "I could eat." Was what everyone said in unison. We laughed as we began making our way out of the foyer. "Oh. My. Goddess!" Only to stop from the rather loud exclamation we heard come from behind us. Turning around I caught site of something I've been seeing a lot lately. A Brony... But what was different was that this one was an extremely fat Brony, with a pink wig, yellow wings and what seemed to be a yellow quadruple XL shirt with three butterfly's on the front. This has been a common site for Comic-Con and other conventions. Bronies, I mean, they're not bad people. I watch the show too, just um... Why is it I always attract the strange ones? Oh... Right. "Oh my goddess! Halibel and Nel look so cute together!" Lana and I just looked at each other thinking the same thing. He was one of 'Those' Bronies. "Oh, do you mind if I get some pictures? My friends would flip seeing me with two beautiful girls such as yourselves." I didn't want to. This guy smelled like Mountain Dew, Cheetos, under-arm fungus and semen. He was all sweaty and just down right disgusting. "Sure dude! Here I'll even take the pictures for you." Casey I'm going to kill you. The next five minutes were spent taking pictures of either Lana and I in different poses, and some with the Brony himself. The last picture to take and I already had warned the guy three separate times not to touch when his filthy hands closed in near my arm or hip. You know how we model Cosplayers due things... No touch! Hover hands only. "Alright you two move in close for the last shot." Casey pointed making the guy move in close to me. "Okay on three say cheese you two." "One. Two. Three. Cheese!" I didn't say cheese. I didn't say a single world when I felt the guys hand squeeze my ass... *SMACK* A thunderous sound of a bitch slap hitting the Brony's face reverberated through-out the room silencing all that was happening. On lookers turned and watched as the Brony fell without grace onto the carpeted floor landing with a loud thud. I'm not one to get mad but as of this moment I was pissed! He squeezed my ass. MY ASS! "Don't do it baby!" Lana pulled me close, holding me back before I could even get close to that fat fuck. The basterd was being helped up by four different people as he rubbed the cheek I had back handed. "Ow! Bitch! Fucks your problem!?" "My problem!" I yelled with my real voice shocking many of the people gathering around us. "My problem is that you not only touched me, but you squeezed my ass you perverted freak!" The Brony just gaped at me as I seethed in anger. "Y-you're a guy?" "THAT'S NOT THE POINT!" I yelled with up most rage boiling inside me, a faint pulse I felt come from the Tiburon on my back. People gathered around us talking, murmuring with each other pointing at the scene in front of them. "I told you time and time again not to touch me and yet you have the audacity to do more and squeeze my ass!" "I-I thought you were a chick!" "Well I'm not! And even if I was you don't go around and squeeze some poor girls ass! That shit will land you in jail!" Lana began pulling me back away from the scene the Brony and I were making. "Come on baby let's just go we don't need to be here, we can still get something to eat." "Wait! Are you two together?" He asked astonished with how Lana was holding me. "Yeah! He's my boyfriend." The Brony looked surprised by the revelation. "S-seriously?" "Yes! Come on Devin, let's just go before I shove those yellow wings up his ass!" Casey placed his hand on my shoulder leading me away from the fat pitiful creature. We turned away from the Brony, leaving to get some lunch. "By Celestia that guy is such a fag..." Only for me to stop when those words caught my ears. I could feel my Zanpakuto pulse the further my anger would rise. "I feel sorry for the poor girl... She needs a real man like me, not some homo playing dress-up." That was it! I have had enough of this guy! Not even thinking, my index finger caught the top loop on the cross-guard of my Zanpakuto. With a clink I pulled the blade from it's scabbard letting the sword itself hang off my finger. People began backing away from the scene before them, many left searching for security or any that would stop what was happening. Lana came up behind pleading for me to stop what I was doing, but her words were that of white noise to my ears. I pointed the blade straight at the Brony, his face grew scared as he began to sweat. The pulses from Tiburon began to grow faster before it erupted with a blinding flash catching everyone's attention. A golden aura surrounded the blade like wood on fire. The world around me grew white, the people that stood in the foyer I could no longer see or hear. Jacob, was gone. Casey, was gone. My love, was gone. The only thing in my sight was the fat Brony that touched me, who belittle and angered me. I couldn't hear him beg or cry as he gotten onto his knees hoping I would stop. But I couldn't. I felt compelled to hurt him, to break him. The golden aura surrounding Tiburon grew like fuel to a fire. Then I did something that felt so natural to do. "Ola." I said breathlessly bringing my sword back feeling the energy in the hollow portion of my Zanpakuto build. "Azul." Before releasing the energy, thrusting my blade forward, causing an energy blade like projectile to strike against the basterd. The energy blade struck the Brony cutting him across the chest leaving blood and fat surrounding the air around him. The body of the brony fell back deceased as blood gushed out of the wound on his chest. Screams of horror reached my ears as the white plane surrounding me began to fade. I could see people again, but they were fleeing in terror from the scene. Fear gripped me on what I had done. I turned searching for my friends, for Lana, only to find Casey, and Jacob, gone and Lana, standing behind me fear stricken across her face. I held out my hand to hoping she would come to me... She didn't. Lana, backed away from me, tears streaking down her face. "Lana please." I called to her. She didn't answer. The girl I loved turned away from me and ran. I watched her form leave down the hall and out of my sight as my own tears fell from my eyes. I was alone and heart broken. The friends I called family and the girl I loved were gone. "GET DOWN! DOWN ON THE GROUND!!!" Police and SWAT were surrounding me, guns aimed on my person, red dots lining areas of my body. I was beyond scared now. I didn't know what to do! Should I run? Should I fight? Should I do as they say? I just didn't know. Tiburon began to pulse again. The gold energy came with a fury as it enwrapped every inch of me in it's aura. The fear was gone. I felt calm as the aura rushed through my being, there was the feeling. The feeling of being... Weightless. Author's Note Another chapter up!!! Yay. Anyway this could have been out yesterday but I went to an air show with my dad. I saw some crazy shit there man really crazy... Who would of thought that an old 1943 twin engine cargo plane can do crazy maneuvers in the sky. I'm talkin barrel rolls, loops other crazy stuff. Anyway. When I was writing the first chapter some old feelings came up and... I just had to sit and think about things. It was weird man. Anyway thanks for reading. Also since I have to write these chapters on my phone instead of oh fimfiction the wording looks very differently that I just realized.
Chapter 3. The Liberation.Chapter 3. The Liberation. (Ponyville. Present Day) "I realize that this is a tall order, but I wouldn't ask if I weren't confident you could get him to use magic obediently of his own free will." Celestia said to timid yellow mare. "And... you really think I'll know best how to do that?" Fluttershy asked hiding behind her mane. "I do." The princess said giving the yellow timid mare a warm smile. "Now, I must return to Canterlot for Equestria's royal summit. You may release Discord when ready." With that Celestia and her guards took flight back to Canterlot leaving six mares and one baby dragon, a large stone gift. Twilight clopped her hooves together grabbing everyone's attention. "Okay, ponies, guess it's time to get started. Let's just hope this releasing spell works. "Or... let's not." Spike said fearfully hiding behind Twilight. Twilight rolled her eyes before using her magic to place her tiara onto her head. "We'd best keep our elements on at all times 'til further notice." She presented each mare with their own element. "Check!" The mares yelled in unison as each mare adorned their necklace. The six elements stood in a circle around Discord's entombed form. Twilight's horn sparkled as she levitated off the ground. A rainbow formed and connected with each of the elements necklaces also levitating each mare off the ground before each end of the rainbow connected with Twilight's tiara. When each end connected the lavender unicorns eyes opened shaking them encompassed in a white light, a cascade of colors erupted from her horn honing in onto Discord. Cracks formed on Discord's statue impending his release, but what the group did not know was that when the elements used their magic to free the chaos god, the elements themselves would also free all those whom have been imprisoned in stone. The only other creature imprisoned was the one in Canterlot Gardens. (Canterlot Gardens. Present Day.) Something was effecting my tomb. I could feel the stone shaking, cracking. Was it my time? Shall I finally become free from this stone prison? It was. The stone began to brake, cracks formed and pieces fell from my body. Slabs of stone shattered and littered the ground around my pedestal and finally, after so long of being entombed, I could at last smell the air of the world I have come to abhor. I jumped down from my pedestal onto the soft grass of Canterlot gardens, and found myself not in the least surprised that even with the loud clamor of shattering stone, there was no pony or guard in the vicinity to see what had caused such a disturbance. "It is not surprising that these pitiful beings would not investigate such a commotion in the back yard of their rulers home." I bent down brushing the grass with my fingers feeling the soft bristles dance betwixt my fingers. "It has been so long since I had last felt the touch of grass..." I looked up to a sight that had not changed since the first day I had been brought here from the Everfree Castle. The garden was a work beauty, the flora had this allurement to them that had me wanting to touch and wonder what fragrance they gave. The many fauna I had seen scurry with grace through the garden. Creatures I have never seen before. I stood once again looking through out the garden itself. "I believe I'll go for a walk." After leaving Discord in Ponyville, and placing him in the care of Fluttershy, the element of Kindness, Celestia, returned back to Canterlot Castle, where her sister Princess Luna, greeted her elder with an affectionate nuzzle. "Good marrow dear sister. How hath Discord? Did thou have much trouble with that fiend?" Celestia giggled listening to her sister speak in her archaic manner. "Lu-Lu, you're doing it again." "We are..." Luna blushed in embarrassment. "I am sorry Tia, it will take some time for us- I mean me to get used to this new form of speech." "That is quite alright sister, only as long you're trying your best. But as for Discord, I believe he his in most capable hooves with Fluttershy." "The element of Kindness?" Luna questioned. "She is a timid young mare but if thou- if 'you' believe she is the best choice for reforming Discord, then I will agree with your decision." "Thank you for the vote of confidence Lu-Lu, why don't you and I have lunch out in the garden. I have cancelled court for the next few days to check upon Discord and his status with the girls in Ponyville." "An excellent idea sister, as long as I can have some of those delicious pies the bakers created." Celestia, giggled as she lead Luna, out from the throne and into the hall. "Of course Luna, what kind of sister would I be to deny you your precious moon pies?" Luna used her hoof to rub her chin thinking of an name for a sister that would do such a thing. "I believe in the words from the element of Laughter, you my dear sister would be 'An evil enchantress whom does evil dances." Celestia, could not help but fall to the floor laughing her heart out from hearing such words. Her laughter began to slow and quiet down only for small snickers to escape her lips along with happy tears leaving her magenta eyes. "Oh Luna, I am so glad you are back in my life." She said nuzzling her sister. Luna herself couldn't help but let out a few tears hearing her sisters words. "Yes, I too am happy to rule with my sister again." "Come along Lu-Lu, those pies aren't going to eat themselves..." Both sister left, heading to the kitchen to gather what necessities they would need for their perfect picnic. (P.O.V. Harribel. 2 hours later) I have been roaming through this garden not but a few short hours. The fauna of this place are so majestic all in their own way. The different scents of the flora were exhilarant in each of their own fragrance. This is no zoo for these breeds but more of an oasis for them. My legs felt a bit weak. It has been close to two millenia since I had last walked upon this world, a little rest to gather my strength should help. As I sat back against a large tree I watched as the fauna interacted with one another. The larger ones would graze around the garden letting the smaller ones sit back perched upon their shoulders. I felt the weight of something small fall upon my shoulder. Turning my head I came face to face with a small fuzzy creature, it looked like cross between a squirrel and something? It looked at me with it's large eyes, curious to what I was, it squeaked feeling my shoulder move but relaxed as I scratched it's furry head. It made this cooing noise the more I did so. The creature made small clicks with it's mouth catching the ears of the other fauna roaming nearby. Now I find myself surrounded by many different species of fauna that I have no idea to what name each of them may possess. One by one they would lie near or next to me falling to sleep as I used my hands to pet each of their heads or the fur upon their backs. "Nature is a fascinating thing." The sun began it's decent and it was about time I left. The ponies should be aware by now that my statue was missing, no doubt Celestia would spare no expense in searching for me. The small creature that fell asleep upon my shoulder, I gently lift it's sleeping form moving placing it's tiny body to rest at the base of the tree with the other fauna. Taking silent steps, I walked away from the many fauna that slept under the tree making my way further into the gardens. Not for a few short minutes I came across the hedging of a maze. The same maze I had seen many years ago back in my old world. Of course. This is the same maze that Twilight, and her friends traversed thinking Discord had hidden their elements inside. Stepping inside the maze I found many tracks leading into different parts of the maze. Some leading left, right or just straight ahead. I chose the most obvious path and went right. If this maze was created by the simplest of minds then there would be a simple path to take. Right, left, left, right. Of course it was simple. As I moved I found myself crossing the same areas the elements too found themselves and where Discord had taken away that part that made them who they were. "So this is what one would find in the center of this place." Open space upon statues that lined the corners of the hedges and in the center two of them, one of Celestia, the other of Luna. I felt Tiburón begin to pulse. He was my Zanpakuto, he felt what I felt, the injustice these so called princesses gave to me for my so called crimes. Taking Tiburón into my hand I felt my spirit energy rise the further I looked upon those statues. Tiburón pulsed faster and faster as golden energy ignited into the center of the hollow blade, winds picked up kicking dirt all around the center of the maze. I brought my arm back feeling the energy grow further, I spoke one word. "Cero" as I swung my blade across the air the golden energy that built into Tiburón released into a wide arc following the path of my Zanpakuto. The golden energy of my blade released crossing it's path obliterating the two statues into nothing but dust and gravel. My Cero sped forth beyond the statues and annihilating all that proceeded into it's path. "No doubt that caught someone's attention... I should truly take my leave now." Turning to an open area not destroyed by my Cero, I swiped my free hand against the air. "Descorrer." I spoke. The Garganta, a loosed void of darkness only Arrancars such as myself can create, opened for me. 'If I am right, then this gate should take me home.' But before I could step inside, the sound of many hooves striking against the dirt ground caught my attention. There on the far side of the maze where my Cero formed the tremendous hole that tore through the hedging stood Celestia, along with her sister and the few guards standing close to them. (Canterlot Gardens, 1 hour ago.) "Sister have thou- I mean you ever scene such a sight before?" Luna, asked staring at a sight very perplexing "I have seen many things during my time here in Canterlot, Luna, but this I can say is a sight I have never come across." Both royals stood before a tree were they had found few of the many creatures that thrived inside their garden sleeping peacefully with one another. It was strange, sure the many creatures lived together in their oasis in the gardens but to see such a sight was rather if not very strange to the two princesses. "Should we find another area to have our picnic? I do not wish to disturb their peaceful slumber." "That is very thoughtful of you Lu-Lu, come I know of another lovely spot close by." The two royals trekked only for only short minutes before coming to another tree close by the entrance of the garden maze. Setting down their blanket and food, the two sisters began eating their spoils of cake and moon pies. Celestia, would speak in length of how her student Twilight, as come so far from being the studious young filly she brought into her mentorship to being the ingenious independent adventurous mare with friends she has become. Talks between sisters went on for some time until their picnic was disturbed by one of Celestia's solar guards. "My princess I come with some disturbing news." Celestia finished eating her cake before addressing her guard. "This is not about my nephew sending another pony into the dungeon is it?" "Honestly princess, I wish it was. It seems one of the statues in the garden as gone missing. "Do you know the name of which statue?" Luna questioned the guard. The guard shook his head. "I'm sorry princess Luna, it seems the statue's name was never catalogued." "Can you describe the statue that has gone missing then?" "I will try my best Princess Luna. From what I remember the last time I had seen the statue was approximately three days ago. The statue was bi-pedal in form, with two large mounds on it's chest. It wore very strange clothing that only covered it's legs and arms and partially the mounds on it's chest, and with what seemed to be a weapon upon it's back." Celestia, and Luna, sat stock still as fear gripped them. "G-guard. Did the statue seem to have a messy mane with three long strands?" "I believe so princess... Is something the matter?" The guard asked noticing the frightened looks of both princesses. Both sisters stood from their picnic blanket in a rush. "Go and gather as many guards as you can and have them report to us imme-!" Gushing winds stopped the solar princess and the feeling of immense power forming close by further gripped her in fear. The winds caught many guards attention as many came rushing from the castle, heading to the area where their princesses were located. The guards formed together at the entrance to the maze armed with their spears or swords along with the golden armor they wore. A large gold light appeared beyond the hedging inside the maze, Celestia could feel it's immense power. Moving... Her eyes grew wide as she found lt's intended path. "MOVE! GET OUT OF THE WAY!!!" She screamed. Guards jumped away hearing their princesses orders, except one. The gold energy came with such speed out from the maze that one lone guard had no time to leap away. The energy encompassed his entire form incinerating the young guard into nothing but ash. The gold form of his armor melted down as it mixed with the metal of his sword. Guards looked upon the sight of their former guards pony in shock. There was nothing left of him only dust and echo's. "GUARDS!" Celestia boomed in anger. The guards looked away from their fallen friend to their princess whom gave a very disturbed look. "You! Come with me to find the demon that did this. You!" She pointed her hoof to a lone Pegasus in the group. "Go back to the castle, round up all the guards you can and bring them to the maze." The guard saluted to his princess before taking off heading to the barracks. The others galloped right behind both princesses that took off through the giant hole where the golden energy had come from. The hedging burned all around them as the two princesses and their guards galloped with all their might to the center of the fiery maze where Celestia had felt the tremendous energy had risen. The center was coming up Celestia could see where the the blast had first began. She with the others came to a screeching halt as the center came upon the group. She was there, the one being that had the power to destroy the enchanted maze. The one that had murdered the poor guard that did not react in time. 'Harribel! How? How did she get free!?' The Solar Princess thought to herself. The guards began to move up to apprehend the creature that had caused the chaos, but were quickly halted when Celestia placed her hoof in front of them knowing full well that they would not stand a chance against the Arrancar. Celestia locked eyes with Harribel just for a quick second. In that second she could see, nothing. No tell of what the Arrancar intended to do. Then Celestia caught in her sight something that did not belong. The dark void that opened before Harribel... 'What was it?' She asked herself. The Solar Princess got her answer as the Arrancar stepped inside disappearing into the void before everypony's eyes. The mouth like void began to close, Celestia surged forward with great speed intending to follow Harribel. But it was to late as the gate sealed shut, vanishing like it was never there. Celestia stood stock still as questions ran through her mind. 'How did she get free? Where did she go? Did she leave Equestria?' as these thoughts built her sister Luna ordered the guards to head back to the castle before making her way over to her sister. "Tia..." She softly before her sister interrupted. "She's gone Luna. She's gone and we have no clue where too. We know very little about her or the true power she possesses. What will she do? Will she return? Will she fight us for what we did to her?" "We need to prepare sister. We must prepare for when Harribel makes her return." "Yes we will. She will be more cautious next time Luna. She knows of the elements and their power." "Neigh sister. She may know of the elements, but what she does not know is that we are no longer the bearers. Twilight and her friends will be the key in turning Harribel back into stone." "You are right but even still Lu-Lu we must be ready. Go back to the castle, round up the highest ranking guards and order them meet us in the throne room as soon as possible. We will need help from everypony. I will send word to Cadence and Shining Armor for them to return to Canterlot." "What of the girls in Ponyville? We will need their help as well." "No."Celestia shook her head. "Not yet. We will need the help of Discord on this matter. Keep them unaware for now, only until Discord has been reformed then they will be told." "Very well sister, I will speak to you again in the throne room. For now I will gather the guards." "And I will send word to Shining Armor." Nothing else was said as both sisters left the ruined maze. A being was released from her tomb and now Equestria will prepare for when the being returns. Question is. When will she return? (P.O.V. Harribel. Present Day) As I past through the Garganta I came upon a sight of white deserts, rocky formations in the distance and not a drop of water nearby. Quartz like minerals shaped as plants and high in the sky shone the moon that I knew would never fall. I was home. In Hueco Mundo. Author's Note I didn't particularly like the ending for Celestia and Luna. If you thought things felt wrong please leave a comment. Also wooo... Three chapters in under a week that a first for me.
Chapter 4. The Meeting.Chapter 4. The Meeting. (Canterlot Castle Throne Room) Celestia and Luna both sat on there separate thrones watching as guards both Solar and Lunar walked through the throne room doors. Only few of the higher ranking officers were stationed in Canterlot, seeing to training new recruits and to stay for council with the princesses when needed. But many were stationed outside in similar cities, cities like Manehatten, Stalliongrad, or Las Pegasus. Others had to be teleported from their embassies in neighboring countries like Zebrica, the Minotaur Highlands or the Gryphon Empire. For this threat, Equestria, was going to need all her guards. And possibly her allies, but if it comes to worse, the help of her enemies as well. "Does thou have any news from our niece and her beloved?" Luna asked as she turned to her sister as the last of the officers walked in. Celestia gave a nod but a smile never crossed her lips. "They should be arriving soon Luna. We will brief them on our situation when they arrive, but as of now we should address our guards. Harribel is a threat I wished to never face again." Both sisters stood from their thrones casting their eyes over the many officers of their royal guards. Sergeants, Lieutenants and Captains, all stood still as they awaited word from their princesses. Even the head members of the flying acrobatic team 'The Wonderbolts' showed. Captain Spitfire, Lieutenant Soarin and Sergeant Fleetfoot, reported in for the princesses meeting. Celestia gave sigh before looking into each and every guards eyes. "As you know," She began. "only a few short hours ago, a dangerous creature had escaped from it's stone prison here at Canterlot Castle destroying the Canterlot Maze and murdering a fellow guard. Many of you if not all have most likely passed her statue in the past." A Golden hue formed on the tip of Celestia's horn and in a flash, a large portrait formed above her and Luna, for all the guards in the room to see. "This is Tier Harribel, many years ago our ponies named her "Destroyer". Sketches have already been made and have been sent out to all royal guard barracks and embassies. Before my sister and I imprisoned her in stone using the 'Elements of Harmony' there was only one thing we ever found out about her, and that was only her name. If any of you or your subordinates ever come across her, do not attack! Fall back and send word to Canterlot as fast as you can. Do not be fooled by her appearance. She may look thin and fragile but she herself is far from such a notion. Harribel's attack today was nothing compared to what my sister and I have witnessed almost two millenia ago." Luna gave a nod before continuing where her sister left off. "What our sister says is thine truth. 'Rumbling Rock Ridge' was once a tall and beautiful mountain that towered even this the one Canterlot resides upon. We believe that she herself single hoofidly caused the mountain to crumble. She hath split the earth. Once a small settlement that housed some of the happiest of our subjects became what many will forever now call 'Ghastly Gorge'." Just as the Lunar Princesses finished, the throne room doors opened and two ponies, one an alabaster unicorn stallion with a two-toned blue mane and tail wearing a set of purple armor. His name, Shining Armor former head Captain to her majesty Princess Celestia's Royal Guard, now a Prince for the Crystal Empire. Standing beside him was one of only three Alicorns left in existence. The Alicorn mare known as Princess mi Amore Cadenza, or Cadence as she prefers. A young Princess that rules the Crystal Empire next to her husband. With her pink coat and multi-hued mane and tail with colors of pink, purple and gold. The Alicorn's wings flittered as her eyes along with her husband's eyes caught sight of the two princesses whom stood atop the steps that lead to the two thrones. The two princesses upon the throne steps looked back behind the many Equestrian officers to find their niece and her husband. In a flash the portrait of Harribel that Celestia held with her magic was gone and again Celestia spoke. "Share this information with all subordinates and take heed in what we say, remember do not engage Harribel. She is far to dangerous to combat, we shall send updates on this matter once new information becomes available. Now..." Celestia paused as her stern and stoic look turned sullen. "Tomorrow a funeral will be held for Corporal Silver Lance. I implore you if you are able, do come, pay your respects to the young guard. His life was taken away today by the destroyer Harribel. That is all, if you are not able to attend, then my sister and I wish you a safe trip back to your posts." Both sisters gave a bow ending the meeting. The Equestrian officer gave a salute to their princesses before bowing in respect. Celestia and Luna again sat back upon their thrones watching as their officers filed out of the throne room but not before bowing before Princess Cadence and Prince Shining Armor. When the last of the guards had left Celestia's horn gave a glow and in a puff, a silver tray with a single wine bottle and four crystal wine glasses appeared. The sound of hoof steps echoed in the empty room as Cadence and Shining Armor began to trot up the throne steps. Celestia began pouring the wine into each glass before setting the silver tray beside her and holding each glass for each individual pony to hold. Shining Armor held is glass in his magic, swirling the drink letting the others take their sip before he did so himself. He watched as both the solar and lunar princess downed their entire glass each and each taking a heavy sigh afterwards. "Corporal Silver Lance," The former head Captain spoke. "a fine young guard, trained him myself before moving to the Crystal Empire." Shining gave a sullen sigh the same as Celestia had done earlier. "Can't believe he's gone." "He shall be remembered young prince." Luna said, pouring herself another glass. She swirled the drink a bit before taking a sip. "Aunt Celly, Who was that creature you showed to the guards? You called her Harribel. She reminds of one of the statues from the gardens." "That is because she is Cadence." Celestia said putting down her wine glass. "Or she used to be. Luna and I had imprisoned Harribel many years ago in the same way we had done to Discord, by entrapping her in stone using the 'Elements of Harmony'. Now she's free and..." Celestia looked to her sister with a concerned look. "And in all honesty, we are scared." Shining Armor and Cadence looked to the Solar Princess in shock. How? How can the two most powerful beings be scared of such a small looking creature!? "Thou is most likely wondering why?" Luna asked. The young prince and princess shook their head yes as they stared at the celestial sisters. "Very well. It is best that you know anyways, tis the reason why you both have been summoned to Canterlot... Many moons ago far before my own banishment and a only a century after we had defeated Discord, did we come across the strange being known as Tier Harribel... And the destruction that was left in her wake." (To Be Continued) (Hueco Mundo) I've walked these sands for a time that had no purpose in this realm. It could have been hours maybe even entire day I couldn't tell. The scene all around me never changed. The sands, rocks, crystallized flora, even the reversed crescent moon that hung in the empty sky never changed. Life didn't seem to exist in this world, no signs of any Hollows large or small; that and my pesquisa couldn't sense any form of Reiatsu, from any distance away. I was alone again, but this time there wasn't the annoyance of that mongrel Discord pestering me in my head. Now that I think of him I realize that if the show progressed the way it should, then it was only time before Celestia had the elements release him. If they haven't done so already. That could be the reason why I was released. And he knows more then enough about me. Who I am, who I used to be and who I have become. There is no doubt in my mind he will help his new pony 'Friends' in trying to capture me and placing me back stone. "Ugh. I would rather not think about that fool right now." I gave a grunt as I shook my head. Walking further through the sands I could truly see how perfect this world seemed to me. Nothing here I could find or see that would aggravate me. I could finally meditate in peace and train and further understand my Arrancar abilities. I remember how I first come realize what power I held, when I had used a sónido to escape from the Ursa Major back in the Everfree all those years ago. It was so weird to me feeling such energy. I was running for my life as a giant cosmic bear chased me through the dense forest, the only thing going through my mind at that time was getting to safety. I didn't know if it was possible for the Ursa to even harm me, but back then I didn't want to take that chance. I remember passing tree after tree, branches smacked against my bare skin as the the Ursa powered through behind me tearing down foliage as it drew closer and closer trying to nip at my head. In my state of running there was this feeling of energy rising, coursing through my body and before I knew it, I was gone. Away from the giant bear and somewhere outside the forest by a large mountain. I took refuge inside a nearby cave at the base of the mountain just in time as the Ursa struck against the mountain itself trying to claw it's way to me. When I was trapped in stone I was able weave much of my spirit energy at the time. Doing so was the reason why only now I was able create such a basic Cero or open the Garganta without succumbing to exhaustion. If I wanted to and put more energy into the Cero, I would have leveled Canterlot Castle just as easy as I had the two statues inside the maze. Even with all the years I had to weave my energy, it wasn't enough to help me break free from my prison but it was enough to bring me home. It's strange really. Three different worlds I have been in and yet Hueco Mundo felt like home the moment I stepped through the Garganta. Was it the amount of reishi that Hueco Mundo possessed? Or was it because it was always home to Harribel? It couldn't be the reishi, there was no difference between Equestria, and Hueco Mundo. Again it was strange to think that the years living in Texas in a life that was nothing more than luxurious to me having all that I could want and ask for and yet only now that I am here and in this form do I feel more at home then when I was on earth. I wondered for a time while I was entombed in stone if this was my destiny. To become Harribel. I wondered if someone other than me had bought Tiburón from that vendor, would they have become Harribel? Would they have been sent to Equestria? Both my heart and mind would say no to this question. It had to be me. But why? Is it because I was able to create the perfect illusion? To not just look the part that was Harribel, but to act and speak as she does? Or maybe this was to be my destiny. The one that god had made for me. And out of all the places in the vast number of universes. Why Equestria? Why not the Bleach universe? Where Harribel is really from. I asked these questions but the search for an answer became a fruitless endeavor. There was no looking back at it now. I am what I am and I was placed in a world were my being did not belong. Nothing can change that. But now I'm here. Home in Hueco Mundo, or maybe Equestria's version of Hueco Mundo? I am unsure of either. "As long as I am away from those two princesses, Discord and those damn elements I'll be fi-." I halted were I stood not finishing my own words, my pesquisa warning me of reiatsu surging from somewhere to the west of where I was. "It seems I am not alone like I thought." I said looking west to where the energy surged. I wasn't sure how far away the energy was surging, but I was curious to whom it belong to. I turned westward, a booming static noise screamed behind me as my body propelled forward with great speed. When I had first used a sónido, I thought nothing of it. Later when I used it again it felt like a basic instinct to me, and I wondered if that was the case for all Arrancars. I traveled far. How far I didn't know, but whomever was forcing their reiryoku to rise was not letting it falter. I passed hundreds of sand dunes, thousands of crystallized flora and many of the jagged rocky mountains, only for my body to completely halt from any movement as I came upon a sight of what was maybe, just a mirage. But I knew Aizen's fortress could be anything but. Las Noches is massive just as the show described. Far larger than Canterlot Castle by a large margin. Put the two together and the equine castle would be nothing but laughable. Looking at the massive fortress brang back memories from long ago. The many rooms and areas inside the fortress... Then their was the many inhabitants that lived inside. The many inhabitants that my pesquisa was beginning to find. "Who else has come to Hueco Mundo?" Author's Note Well this done... Finally. Anyway. It's freaking ridiculous you know. Girl walks into Marshalls goes to guys section to get clothes for herself and people call her tomboy right? I go to same store with my girlfriends credit card to buy clothes, shoes and shit, but I pass by the shoes section and find a kickass pair of white five and half inch pumps with black polka dots and a beautiful black and white bow in the back. Well guess what they were sexy and in my size, so I went ahead and tried them on and ding, ding, ding. They f-Ing fit! But of course people are watching me as I walk around and of course some snicker and laugh some yell out 'GAY!' They do this and you know what I do? I pick up my shit and walk to the cashier and pay for all of it, my heels clicking on the tile floor. Even with all the intolerant people in the store the cashier was nice, she ringed me up and wished me nice day. I thank her and walk out of Marshalls like a man in high heeled shoes. HA! But still, it's ridiculous that people are fine with woman wearing men's clothes and yet when we guys do the opposite people like to be cruel about it. Fuck. Them.
Chapter 1. The Betrayal.Chapter 1. The Betrayal. (Canterlot Gardens, Two years ago) I never thought I would say this but... This garden is very peaceful. Even with the injustice I was given I was placed where there was only peace and quiet, where the ambience of the animals was the only comfort I could want and need. But that was years ago before the chaos god next to me was able break the peace with the obnoxiousness of his being. Now after being here stuck in stone for over so many years I wanted out. To leave and be in piece. There is also something that has come to my mind as well, something that has come back so very often over the past years. The thought. How long have I been here? 'Discord?' 'Yes my love?' 'How many times have I told you not to call me that?' Even through stone I could still hear his obnoxious laughter. 'Why my dear, I believe this was the... 57,469,115th time so far.' He snickered. 'Discord you have plagued my mind since you found a way to talk to me. And as annoying as you are I do consider you my friend but as for now could you please stop. I wanted to ask you a question, since you have been here longer than I have.' 'Ask away my dear we have nothing but time right now. Go on, what could little ol' me do for you my sweet chocolate frappe?' I ignored his comment and asked. 'How long have I been here? How long since Celestia and Luna trapped me in stone?' 'Well my dear, I believe it has been about one thousand, seven hundred and seventy six years. It may not be accurate, but I am sure it would blow your bucking mind!' I am not one to start a confrontation. All I wish for is peace, but sometimes all I wanted to do was wrap my hands around Discords neck and end his pitiful life. But then I would lose my only friend here. 'You must stop watching Robot Chicken, Discord. Has it truly been that long? How has my life come to this?' 'Well my little Espada why don't we go back and see?' And just as he said, Discord, just like before time and time again searched through my memories, but this time looking for the day I became the 3rd ranked Espada of Hueco Mundo. Tier Halibel. (P.O.V. Me 1,776 years ago) It was great day for Comic-Con. A bright and sunny day with not a cloud in the sky, traffic was bearable on the highway where my friends and I plus another were driving down to a place were hundreds, possibly thousands of nerds, geeks, Otakus and others gather together in costume to have fun meet new and sometimes interesting people. But hopefully not like last year where alot of people smelled. Bad. (B.O.) Bad. Oh forgot to mention the cool stuff that's happening there too. There was Jacob driving his sedan in his Batman costume. Sitting next to him was Casey that bald basterd in his custom made Spartan III Mjolnir armor. In the back was Lana in her Nelliel Tu Odelschwanck or Nel Tu, Bleach, costume. Finally there was me. "Dear god Devin, I can't believe you're actually going to Comic-Con looking like that!" Of course one of my friends didn't like my choice in costume. "Oh come on Casey, don't be like that! You knew he came out of the closet back in High school, this shouldn't be a problem now." And that there was my girlfriend coming to my defense. "Don't bother with it Lana. He just jealous I can look more woman than his own mother." I joked making Casey huff in annoyance. It's true. What kind of guy can say he could perfectly pull off looking like Tier Halibel, from Bleach. Or Motoko Kusanagi, from Ghost in the Shell. There are more but there is no point in putting them down. "The fact that you can pull off looking like one is weird enough bro. Look I have no problem with you being transgendered Devin. It's just. My god, last year we barely spent any time together. Everyone there wanted a picture with you, and don't even ask how many guys gave you their number." I was Motoko last year. Lana turned to me, her brow cocked for question. "So... How many guys gave you their numbers?" I sighed crossing my arms over my fake breasts of my costume as I looked out the window. "When we got back to the hotel room we counted one hundred and seventeen different numbers. And that was just after the first day. I didn't get any after that because the next day when I saw many of them writing their numbers down again I told them straight up that I was a guy." "And what did they do when you told them?" "Most of them screamed and ran away, the others... Kept writing. I swear people think that just because a guy is cross playing it doesn't mean he's gay." "Ah, you poor baby come here." Lana pulled me to her letting my head rest against amble bosom covered by her tattered green shirt. She began to unzip my jacket, the zipper dangling right at the end of the jacket that only covered the top portion of my breasts. The zipper fully went up leaving most of my breasts bare since the fake fish bone I created was only made to cover my nipples and the top portion of my chest all the way to my neck. Then there was perfectly carved masked obscuring most of my face. If anyone else were to see what came next they would think there was a hot half-naked lesbian make-out session with a blonde girl purposely showing most of her breasts, happening in the backseat of a small Ford Focus. In fact that's what many of the conventioneers that gathered to Comic-Con thought as Batman (A.K.A. Jacob) pulled into the convention grounds. Loud cheering was heard as people gathered around the Ford looking inside watching what they thought was two women making out inside. Many had pulled out their phones capturing video or pictures of the scene. Everything stopped when Casey had rolled his window down and yelled. "THE BLONDE ONE IS A GUY!!!" Many shrieked in horror, others kept taping. It took five minutes for security to come by and shoo away the crowd that blocked our way into the parking garage. Before we entered the garage Lana and I had long stopped kissing as our eyes stayed focused on the Spartan in the front seat. Casey, looked back at Lana and I glaring with a disappointed gaze. "You happy? You see what you did! Fuck! Now they're going to flock to the two of you like a bunch of Seagulls." "Calm down Spartan. We'll stick together this time right guys?" Jacob asked. I jumped out of the car grabbing my crappy wood Zanpakuto replica with me. "Like I'm going to leave my two bro's for those people. come on! I wanna see if those vendors have any cool stuff. Plus I hear there's going to be a panel for 'Veronica Mars.' It was quiet as the four of us walked out of the garage. "God damn Devin! What the hell do you do to even look like this?" I smiled underneath my mask for hearing what I accomplished. "Jacob my boy let me tell you. My hair is real, no weave or wig. Green contacts for my eyes and fake eyelashes as well. But to have body like this... Well there's a reason why I only got salads when we all went out to eat. Not to mention I go to the gym. And of course you know this isn't my original skin color, tanning does help." "And your tits? They're fake right? Cause I didn't think you would be the one for using hormones or having plastic surgery." "Dude. Batman... There is no way in hell I would ever do both of those things. I may be a cross dresser but I won't go any farther." "Can we hurry this up I'm sweating in this damn armor! Besides people are already staring at you two." Damn people staring at me with their lust filled eyes over my sexy body. And my girlfriend's too. When we reached the doors to the convention we knew it was time. One small step for me, one giant horde of horny nerds, Otakus and etc ready to herd around me like a bunch of animals. Poor Casey. (Canterlot Gardens. Two years ago) The memory faded as the sound of voices came closer to our statues. When the voices crested past the small hill I noticed that it was that time that had finally come. Standing before our statues was a small marooned colored earth pony and behind her a group of young colts and fillies looking upon the gardens around them. 'I was wondering when this day would come.' "Now class which one of you can tell me what this statue represents." Applebloom, Scootaloo a Sweetie Belle began fighting over the different names they had given tackling each other too see which would stand on top and would be right in answering Cheerilee's question on Discord. Unknown to any of the ponies I could blatantly see the cracks forming in his statue. As Cheerilee preached to her students of Discord, there in front of me was a small grey Pegasus with a black mane and tail. "Miss Cheerilee what's this?" "Woah, I ain't never seen a creature like this one before." Applebloom the yellow filly with the bow in her mane spoke. "She's pretty." The grey colt said staring at my statue. Even with being trapped in stone I some how could feel a blush forming on my cheeks. "How do you know it's girl Rumble." Another Pegasus Scootaloo, actually. The small orange filly with a purple mane asked. Rumble looked confused. He didn't know how but for some reason he just knew that the form of the statue was female. "I-I don't know?" Actually children, nopony knows what or whom this creature even is. It is said that it rivals even Discord, in ways of magic. They are tales that say this creature not only created the chasm that splits the princesses former castle and the Everfree Forest, but also for creating 'Gassly Gorge' and the Ponyville Pond." The students stared up at me with wonder, awe and fear in their eyes. 'If only they knew the truth of those events.' "Come along children it's time for lunch." When the garden was finally clear of all inhabitants teacher, student or guard the cracks upon Discords statue grew and with a final flash the god of chaos was free. Discord stretched his old bones eliciting cracks with every twist of his body. "Oh how wondrous it is to be free again! Oh I'm so happy I could just dance." Lo and behold he was dancing... On my head. 'Discord.' The Draconquess stopped his dancing to float down to where he and I were now face to stone face. 'Yes dear Halibel? What can the god of chaos do for the Arrancar of the sea?" 'Please release me Discord, in doing so I shall forever be in your debt. I have had enough being entombed here inside this rock, I wish to be free once again the same as you. Discord stood on the ground before me, pacing as he rubbed the goatee on his chin. "Hmm, I think not." 'What?' "Oh did I not make myself clear? Well then here let me spell it out for you Halibel. I am not letting you free. Equestria does not need two instruments of chaos." He closed in with a smug smile that put small bit of rage into my heart. "She only needs me." Discord then took flight leaving me here entombed in this hell to rot for however long I must wait. 'You just like the princesses have wronged me Discord. When I am finally free I will have my peace and justice that I so rightfully deserve, this I swear it. Author's Note I hope first chapter was good for you guys.
