The Werepony Project

As soon as she finished drinking, there were several changes to the mare. Her mane and tail became a little more wild, her ears finished in tufts, and she had gained fangs. It was simply incredible! Even so, it was also a little frightening. The mare laid back down and seemed to go to sleep, simply from being tired – likely not the actual test.

“It seems it passed the test with flying colors. Oh, but I'm afraid we need a more... welcomed specimen. Say... would you, Twilight, be willing to take part in this project?”

“Luna-”

“I'd be glad to help.”

“Are you sure, my student?”

“I'm nervous, but if it'll help ponies, I'll contribute.”

“Very well then. I'm glad I brought a spare elixir. Let it be from this day forth that there shall be a new race of ponies!”

Twilight's POV

I finished the elixir, my face scrunching up from the taste. While it wasn't terrible, I knew I didn't want to taste it again. Suddenly, I felt my form change. My teeth lengthened, my ears changed, and I overall felt stronger.

As strange and new as the sensation was, it was also draining. While I knew I wouldn't have to worry for a while, it still clawed at the back of my mind. Even more so was my fear at what my friends would think. I'd trust them with anything, but my new appearance was still something to take in.

“So how do you feel, Twilight?”

“It's... hard to describe. I feel like more paths have opened up.”

“Oh!” Luna perked up. “I suppose we should teach her about some of her new abilities, hm, Celestia?”

“I suppose my student may enjoy some help. Come, let's go to the garden.”

As I followed the princesses around, I glanced at the sky. It's already getting dark, I thought. At least then it would be a little less strange to see a... werepony in the garden with the royal sisters. If I were one of the royal guard, I would be suspicious to see what was happening.

Near the middle of the garden, we stopped. There was a large square of land, the very center holding a water fountain. It looked to be a peaceful place, surrounded only by flowers and ground.

“Here is where you shall learn to master your abilities. Celestia, would you start?”