The Perfect Ones

By CanadianFluttershy

Chapter 1: Departure

Celestia sighed while looking at the war map in front of her. The lack of rest clearly unhidden since bags were formed underneath her eyes. She spent most of her days and nights in the Royal Equestrian Forces headquarters, along with the commanders and captains of the royal guard and fleet. She was desperately trying to find a way to reverse the current turn of event. Since the occupation of Trottingham and Baltimare, Equestria relied on only a few handful of cities like Stalliongrad for their troop recruitment. Ponyville was transformed into a refugee camp since the Manehattan siege. The union of the Griffin Kingdom, The Changeling and the Minotaur Clans gave them no mercy. The New Dawn Alliance or N.D.A, was what they called themselves. The war was fueled by fear and jealousy. Most races of the land of Equestria were threatened by the sudden war, the dragons, the zebras and the other nations of the land were at edge.

Everywhere they'd go, they'd kill. Stallions, Mares, Foals and elders alike, nopony made exception. Those who were taken prisoner, were transferred in a concentration camp. Those who weren't so lucky were exterminated right away. Death would only wait ahead for the one who tried to flee, some shot down, others by the misfortune of a step on a landmine. Those who succeeded though, died from starvation or blood loss from their injuries. The ones who stayed were used as slaves, but when a pony was judged useless, they would simply killed them off in chambers full of deadly gas. Does who had to face this terrible fate, were told that they were just simple showers, unfortunately they were only met by a slow and painful eternal slumber. The little fillies and colts were as much use as laboratory rats. The N.D.A used them to test their biological weapons, by injecting them with horrible viruses. The results were beyond horrifying.

"I can't believe such atrocities exists." Celestia said to herself while eyeing the war map.

Since the war broke out, she didn't do anything except eat, sleep and strategies. Although the war took place here in her remaining land, her eyes weren't locked on Equestria or New Dawn territory, she was looking at another large continent. There, at the far West of the Sparkling Sea, stands another continent. Aurora.The race that lived there referred to themselves as human. They ruled over this humongous land as one nation. That nation was named, The Federation of Aurora. Old manuscripts of ponies that set hoof on that land, described it as incredibly stunning. Large cities and majestic palaces that even competed against Canterlot.

"Me too highness, but we need to learn to not fear such crimes and fight against it in every way possible." A voice said from behind.

Celestia sighed, "You're right Captain Armor." She turned around to face the stallion. "And I suppose everything is ready?"

"Yes majesty. Admiral Sky Hoof set up the airships and are ready to depart for Aurora."

"Is my sister already in the ship?" Celestia asked intriguingly.

"Princess Luna is already in the HMEA Bella Mare, waiting for you highness." Shining Armor answered.

"Good, soon we will head to Aurora and meet the humans. After all those years, I wonder how much they changed."

"Lets hope they haven't changed into bloodthirsty monsters and shoot us on sight." Shining said while thinking in disgust of the possible scenario. "But with all due respect your majesty, are you sure these so called humans will help us? Our history with them is not something to be glad about."

Celestia sighed and turned around to look at the map once more. "To be utmost frank, I do not know. Although like you said, we must fight this threat in every way possible, and another ally by our side would aid us greatly. It is, at the very least, worth the try."

Shining looked at the floor with sorrow. "You know highness... I would do anything to protect my sister and my parents from harm. And if this means going to another land and find a dangerous species to help our cause, then you can count on me."

Celestia turned her gaze to the now confident captain and smiled. "We will depart soon. Go tell my sister that I will be there in a minute."

"Yes your highness." Shining bowed and exited the command centre.

Celestia sighed, and for one last time returned her gaze at the map.

"""MUSIC"""(Listen while reading)
Canterlot shipyard was full of activity. Workers and Soldiers were loading the ships with supplies and weapons. The weather was clear, and the sun brightly shone in the blue sky. Celestia approached the huge structure that was called the Bella Mare. The biggest ship of the Royal Equestrian Fleet. The ship was 80 meters long 35 meters wide. Standing on top of the main structure, was a huge golden ellipsoid shaped balloon. The balloon was 10 meters longer and five meters larger and taller than the actual ship. Large banners waved at the sides of the ship, showing the great Equestrian emblem. Underneath the main structure, was a big circular command bridge with dozens of huge windows. At each side of the ship, were huge bat like wings that helped thrusting the ship forward.

The alicorn princess entered the airship and roamed the white hallways, skipping between many military personnel. The staff consisted of engineers, navigators and weapon masters. The captains and the admiral were mostly on the bridge, planning operations and receiving reports of current situations. The bridge was exactly where Celestia was going. Arriving there, her sight was to behold. The giant room was brewing with activity. The large windows offered a wonderful panoramic view of the outside world.

"Admiral Sky Hoof." Celestia called the white stallion in front of her.

He was wearing a blue uniform adorned with golden stripes on the shoulder insignias. The grey coated, white maned and white bearded earth pony was gazing at the outside through a large window, making sure that the other ships were ready. After all, he is the Admiral of this fleet. He was there to assure the security of his Stallions and Mares, and that every single operation was checked and re-checked.

The stallion turned around to look at his ruler who was casually walking towards him. He bowed with respect, and approached his leader as well.

"It's an honour to have you on board your highness." The stallion said with a husky voice.

"The pleasure is mine admiral. May I ask for status report?"

The stallion nodded and motioned Celestia to the window.

"The HMEA Night Spirit just finished loading its weapons and ammunition. The HMEA Sun of Dawn is already in position and ready to head for Aurora. HMEA Starswirl is awaiting orders." The stallion replied with pride.

"Perfect, tell the HMEA Starswirl to take position immediately via Magicomm."

"Yes your highness." The stallion replied, and turned around to look at one of the crewpony.

"Shimmer Flight!" He yelled. Quickly a young black stallion came in front of his admiral.

"Yes sir?" He asked

"Tell the HMEA Starswirl to take position immediately. We're heading to Aurora."

"Aye aye Admiral." The young stallion replied.

Slowly the Bella Mare and escort trusted forward, as the sound of the humongous magic powered wings pushed the air behind. The ponies on the docks waved farewell to the majestic airships as they slowly disappeared off the horizon.

Author's Note

IMPORTANT

Here's a glimpse of what I was working on. I know the prologue is small, but I promise the next chapters will be longer. I wanna know what you think guys. Hope you like the concept, and may the shy be with you.

P.S: If you guys find any grammar mistakes, please PM them to me. Thank you.