My Little Sinner Ch. 4: Tapping Into My Strength

Two days; two long days of boring physical therapy.  Sure the doctors were affirming that I had physically recovered, but to make the timing that excessive was just plain torture.  I’m way too impatient when it comes to just waiting.  Because that is all I did during and after the therapy lessons, I waited.  Once I finished for the day, I was left bogged down in my room.  Did I also mention that it was pointless for the sessions?  Because it was!  There was no actual reason for me doing it; it’s like taking blind folk to see a magician.  Oh and the length of the useless therapy and waiting only added on to my annoyance.  It became those one situations where what you don’t want to do, time seems to extend itself just to spite you.  While the ones you do yearn for, its duration is as miniscule as a pygmy jerboa.  And yes oddly enough, there were points I did enjoy.  It was when she returned.

After both sessions, I would discover Rainbow Dash waiting for me in that former room of mine.  I don’t know what her fascination with me was, but I didn’t care what the reason was.  I preferred her presence.  When the two of us talked, it was like my days of early youth and when I reunited with Aurelia; it was joyous.  I wonder…could Rainbow be a parallel version of Aurelia?  I don’t know and I don’t likely care if she isn’t.  The two of us seem to be connecting really well despite the fact that we’ve only known each other for two and a half days now.  Even our small talk is turning into actual conversations, ones you’d expect to find from those discussing a relatable topic or from good companions.  Once I leave, I think Rainbow would be the one I miss the most.

Anyways, today I’m finally freed from that sterile prison of IV drips and sick peop-err ponies.  Stepping beyond those windowed automatic doors, I was greeted with a gentle blanket of wind, a warmly lit sun, various birds chirping, and three of my six rescuers.  From left to right were Dash, Twilight Sparkle, and Pinkie Pie whom was bouncing like a pogo stick.  I wasn’t sure where the other three were, but this was fine.  And I think out of all of them, the two that hankered my release the most were Twilight and Rainbow.

Twilight for wanting to discuss and analyze my magic and powers, and Rainbow, aside from being a good starting friend, wants to challenge my abilities.  During our time together in the hospital, she read me a few chapters of that Daring-Do novel.  Because of that book, it got onto the topic of adventures, and I being the traveler was put onto the spot.  So I told her about one of the places I traversed to and how it was mostly made up of floating nations.  However I left out my personal reasons for being there.

The reason why I told her this piece of history was because I figured that I could somewhat relate it to her.  That is because these nations held aerodynamic tournaments between each other.  It was also with this tale that I avowed that I could fly; maybe I should tell Twilight that as well.  When I told her that, that is when she demanded that we race.  I accepted the challenge, but told the blue mare after I’m allowed a tour of Ponyville and when we have the time.

“Finally glad to be out?”  Rainbow started.  I stretched my arms towards the sky, almost like I wanted to grab that big blue ocean.  I am jovial to be out now.

“Hurry, hurry we’ve got so much to show you!”  The pink energetic pony followed afterwards.  I didn’t want to keep them waiting; so taking my actual first step into this new world, I joined their group and together, we set forth.

It was a peaceful town, with various colorful brick and wooden buildings, most ranging in a two story size.  Signs portrayed next to each of the expertly crafted home-like edifices contained simple, but I guess understandable advertisements of what business lie within the structure.  Small stalls of the market place bartering different merchandise for currency; I witness a mild transaction go on and overheard the term “bits” used as the form of money.  The lambent day bedazzled the cobblestone walkways, causing the denizens to perform their daily rituals of living a full life however they pleased.  There were earth ponies, pegasus ponies, and unicorn ponies, all with their unique hues and tints, as far as my eyes could see.  They communed with each other wearing nothing, but their bright smiling faces.  Resting along the mountain lines in the distance, my eyes could depict a vast white castle with a majestic waterfall crying next to it.  Judging from the geography books Twilight gave me; that must be Canterlot.

Euphoria set in my soul as my mind could only truly describe this place as the perfect art piece.  I cannot descry anything negative about this beautiful little village.  Maybe….No definitely once my quest is finished, I’ll return here.  Actually if Reiku does think I’m dead, then maybe, just maybe I won’t have to leave.  Sure the majority of me still wants revenge against that bastard, but most of my objective changed later during my journey.  I’ve learned a few life lessons during my journey and changed my overall goal to protecting my new friends while I was with them.  And as much as my gut churns by admitting this, I would have never learned these lessons if it wasn’t for Reiku.  It’s because of these thoughts and those lessons that make me wonder at times…if we never had this hatred between us, if we never had that fear between us; how would things originally turned out?  Wow, trying to find a positive relationship with my enemy; what has become of me?

Given the sense that I was being watched, I finished pondering my thoughts and turned to this new found curiosity seemingly directed at me.  All the lively conversations have died down to hushed chatter.  What was once a normal scheduled day for all the variant ponies has now slightly shifted into uncertainty as I explored their fair town with my little tour guides.  Each step I gave echoed loudly enough to overpower the numerous gossips, at least in my mind it did.  The various colored eyes twitching between me and whoever they were talking to.

Remaining cool and collected physically was easy, but trepidation consumed my state of mind.  I didn’t like this attention; I understand why they are observing me, but could they at least stop?  Those glares of their slowly triggered some bad memories of mine, a terrible time, a moment of history when people called me a monster, because that’s what I was…a monster.  And I believed them too; I couldn’t deny those horrible sins I performed.

I…I just wanted to disappear.  But I couldn’t, not with those three mares leading me and everyon-everypony watching me.  I need to relax; no pony here knows the truth.  There was no need for alarm and to be afraid.  Maybe it was a chance for a fresh start?  Maybe I can finally cleanse my soul?  Maybe I can find my redemption while here?

I succeeded in calming myself, but I still hate being the center of attention.  If there was only some….way to….Hold on, I have my powers back; I should be able to transform myself into one of them.  If I must become a pony to avoid the townsfolk watchful gaze, then I’ll gladly accept the alteration.  But there is still actuality that my powers go beyond the magic here as proven by Twilight’s reaction.  I’ll need a place to hide while change less I cause I panic.

“Hey uhh girls, would there happen to be a bathroom nearby?  I uhh forgot to go while still at the hospital.”  Even though the restroom was deception, I still felt embarrassed to ask.  Maybe the embarrassment is just a natural reaction to such a question.

There was a bit of snickering, but out of it all Twilight was the one to answer.  “We’re coming up to Sugarcube Corner; there should be one in there.”

“Ooo, this is perfect!  While Mr. Alien uses the bathroom, it’ll give me more time to prepare for his party!”  Pinkie Pie added.  Since these past few days I’ve been here, Pinkie doesn’t know my name?  Also what’s this about a party?  I had to ask about that.

“Yeah, Pinkie Pie is known for her parties.  She does ‘em all too; birthdays, celebrations, and even parties just to party.  It wouldn’t be like her not to throw one for the day.  She’s going to be throwing you a welcoming party; you should feel lucky since Pinkie’s parties are really something.”  Rainbow explained.  I looked at the skipping mare who returned my stare with a silly giggle; it was contagious, but I withheld from bursting out.  I must admit, the pink one amuses me.

To be this accepted by un-biased feelings, it feels good, really good.  My body regained that tranquil sensation from earlier as I slowly smiled ear to ear.  I haven’t been treated like this in ages; not since my time in the orphanage and my time as a private.  Plus I’m having a party.  I wouldn’t even know how to react in such a situation; in all my life I’ve never had or been to one.  I hear they’re quite fun.

In all existence, it doesn’t matter if many reject you as long there is one that accepts you.  Even if it was by accident, I’m glad I found this place.  Suddenly I felt a bit regretful in making an attempt for my own personal benefits.  I think now I’ll transform only to give the citizens of Ponyville some ataraxia.

Arriving at Sugarcube Corner, I couldn’t believe the sight in front of me.  The building standing before me was a life size gingerbread house and the belfry that sat atop appeared to be giant cupcakes with candles.  As we entered, I investigated the material closer and was able to determine that it was indeed gingerbread with minimal wood and some other soft foamy substance.  I think it was cake.  This structure defies all logic; I think I’ll just chalk it up to magic on how it still existent.  Continuing on, the interior blew my brain more.  The various arrays of desserts is normal, what isn’t, is the twirled candy cane pillars……..eeyup magic!  Right in front of the entrance is what seemed to be the reception counter and behind that was some stairs leading to the upper floors.  Right next to the navy blue mahogany cabinet which was also behind the counter was a pair of café doors.  On the left of us was another room that was widely open and only contained another set of stairs.  The entrance to this area had sweets of all kinds painted on for decoration; don’t know why considering this entire establishment is a bohemian dessert.  A mental question aroused in me and I decided to answer it myself.  The reason why for two stairs heading to the same floor is because there is a cutoff point somewhere up there.  Aside from a bakery, this place must also act as a home, so one wing must be for personal use while the other side is business.

As I noted that in my mind, Pinkie Pie causally went up the left set of stairs and by causally, if you mean bounced up each step, then yes causally.

“You can find the bathroom at the end of the hall and on the right.”  The pink mare announced before disappearing down it.  I shortly proceeded through it as well.  This was a simple pale blue hallway and to my surprise, was mostly made up of wood.  Just how much of this house is what?  Anyways; end of the hall and on the right.

For a personal bathroom, it seemed very empty aside from the necessities.  Sitting undisturbed on the left side of the wall was an old fashion white porcelain tub while resting on the right was single sink with a medicine cabinet mirror resting above it.  Now behind me and next to the door was both a towel rack and expertly crafted dresser, most likely containing extra towels.  Both fixtures made up the wall and exit for the area.  Opposing the only opening was a simple window frame left viewing the outside world because its opaque yellow curtains were left ajar.  From the positioning of the window, it must have faced north; it was only a guess because I hadn’t turned on the lights, but the area was already brightly lit from the sun illuminating the inside.  And lastly below the frame was the toilet with a pale blue furry cover with a roll of toilet paper sitting on top of the back lid.  I’m not going to bother asking how they use it.

With the quick twist of the lock and pulling the curtains closed, I had as much privacy I was going to get.  Okay, let’s begin.  I closed my eyes and pictured a pony in my mind; slowly that thought changed into Rainbow Dash.  I blushed a little.  Guess I’ve been around her to much.

Focus Inrei; I immediately shook my head and cleared my thinking process.  This time I made sure to envision a colt.  Next I let all my energy flow through the cells of mine like a gentle river.  Each muscle shuttered and tense up as I could feel something happening.  So close now.  My vitality encircled my presence, slowly getting closer and closer till I could feel it shape around my form.  I’m ready now.  I released the powers and……nothing?

What?  This can’t be right.  I did everything right, at least I think.  I had to try again.  I focused myself and gathered my spiritual energy and tried again and again, but to no avail.  What the hell is going on?  Maybe I can’t turn into a pony.  There is still one more thing I could try.

I collected my thoughts again and channeled my psyche.  I had to become the leviathan again.  I’m so sorry to the owners of this place and I promise I’ll fix all the damages done.

I could feel my very soul burning through this physical state of mine; it contained the fury of a thousand white hot suns.  But I was able to withstand the heat emitting from me.  Come on….Come on!  I exhaled the contained force one last time and…..still nothing?!  My body was still human, all my limbs the same, and I looked in the mirror and saw nothing had changed.  Not even a tiny bit of alteration.

I have all my powers so what the hell is the matter?!  Wait; I think I have all my powers.  I searched deep within my memories for answers.  And I kept coming up with the same conclusion.  I’ve unlocked all of my potential and I should be able to control it.  I can understand if there is a limit to morphing oneself into a different creature, and I don’t have any amniomorphic spells or capabilities.  But that dragon; I remember turning into it!  So why can’t I now?

I need to train and confirm that I do have full control of my powers.  For now, I’ll return to the others.  I must have taken abruptly twenty minutes during my failures.

Before I left the bathroom, made my way to the sink and turned the cold water on.  Even though I was able to bare the heat, I just wanted to help regulate my body temperature.  I figured I was done after a few quick scoops and splashes to the face.  I sat there staring at my wet face in the mirror.  I grew tired of looking at it; if there was only someway to-….Wait, how could I have forgotten about that old thing?

I opened up the palm of my right hand and a soft glow formed.  Soon it flattened out and materialized into a mask.  It was a fog hat gray mask that had no eye holes and looked like a tropical bird’s beak.  I then fitted it on my face and even though it had no eye holes, the technology that went into making this item was simply outstanding.

The darkness between my face and the mask was burned away as the face cover lit up.  Its visionary effects made it seem like I wasn’t even wearing the thing from my view.  And it was all possible thanks to my spirit energy powering it.  And that’s just one of the features; its most common features are mostly for personal and military use, but aside from the two it has massive capabilities.

I had one last confirmation with the mirror and my mask; it was a familiar sight to me.  I gave one nod at my reflected self and proceeded back down into the reception area.  To my surprise, upon my return all I could find was Twilight waiting alone for me.

“What happened to the other two?”  I asked as I reached the last step.

“Pinkie said that she needed Rainbow’s help with something important, so the two-Whoa, what is that?”  She stated while staring at my mask.

“It’s an old keepsake of mine; being honest, I completely forgot about it till recently.”  I answered while removing the metal item.  Twilight then used her magic to levitate my mask closer and shortly after began examining it intensively.

“It wasn’t in your belongings when the others and I found you, so how is it possible that you currently posses this?”

“It’s actually quite simple; even though it appears to be a normal mask, it is infused with highly advance technology and magic.  The reason why you couldn’t find it before was because when I arrived, I hadn’t summoned it.  This mask reacts to my own spirit essence and materializes into the form you see.  As long as energy is fed into the mask, it’ll continue to work.”

“But what if no energy is fed into it?  What happens to it then?”

“Well there is a built in storage unit with magic reserves that’ll power the mask if the wearer doesn’t.  I mostly let the reserves generated it until they run low, than I eventually recharge it.  But if all the energy is depleted, then it turns into a regular mask.”

After explaining all that, it was followed by a brief moment of silence as the purple pony processed this information.  I guess it truly does show where I come from is far more evolved then Equestria.  Then again, why would this place need to evolve any further when it’s thriving and already has all the necessities it needs?

With my current purpose here proving to be fulfilled and pointless, the two of us made our exit and continued with my tour.  I believe I had more eyes staring this time because of my mask.  Unlike earlier though, I managed to ignore those glaring eyes.

Twilight guided me out the marketplace and into the town square, which I must say, looks like a firefight broke out here.  I could spot numerous blast marks burned into the roads; a few roofs were being mended and replace for the tops were scorched; and in the closing distance stood currently a stone bridge that is being rebuilt.  What made this path of destruction odd is if you were to line up each point of destruction, it would make up a straight path.  I deterred away from Twilight and followed the burn marks to the bridge.  As I got closer to the construction, I could see one more mark, but this one was more of a hole.  In fact, it was a crater.

Not wanting to disrupt the pony contractors and their business of fixing the walkway, I decided to jump across the stream, which may have been a twelve foot jump.  It wasn’t a bother, but the crater was for me.  It dug roughly about ten and half feet deep and its earthly interior seems somewhat familiar.

A flash of white light appeared in front of me and on the opposite side of the hole.  It was Twilight.  I had to turn back to where I previously saw her and back to where the unicorn stands now.  Did she just teleport?

“I see you’ve found ground zero.” She declared.

“Ground zero?  Do you mean to tell me that this is where I crashed?”

“That’s correct; you caused some trouble on your way down as you can tell.”

I looked back at the destruction laid behind us; I understand now.  I crashed straight into Ponyville and that boulder I hit must have been the bridge.  I really did cause one hell of a mess; I guess I’ll have a lot more to reimburse aside from the Elements of Harmony paying my medical expenses.  But I think I can fix the damage here now without worry or having to exchange in any form of payment.

I turned my attention back to the charred trail, but not the bridge since it was almost fully repaired.  I focused on each and every burn then used an intangible force to restore the broken sight.  Twilight was the only one to truly notice the sudden change and from her expression, probably made a mental note of what she just witness me perform.

I was curious if there were any more places that I defaced because of me being a deadly fireball, so I asked my guide if there were others.  As told by Twilight, there was one more scorched spot, but it was just outside of town in an area where it wouldn’t be bothered by the burn.  Now that was answered, there was one more question I had to ask.

“Were there any casualties during my descent?”  I asked in a quiet tone; to be honest, I nervous for the answer the lavender unicorn would give me.

“There were none fortunately; just a few frighten ponies from your crash.” She responded.  That was a relief to hear.  I don’t know what I would have done if anypony got injured on my account.  Fighting something with a cause is one thing, but if it’s your fault an innocent bystander got hurt, then it’s another.

As I felt glad for not horribly maiming the locals, Twilight gave a small gasp.

“I’m terribly sorry, but I’m going to have to cut this tour short.  I just remembered that I have to deliver a very important letter.  Perhaps we can continue some other time?”  She added with a slightly rushed tone.

I thought it over and answered.  “It shouldn’t be a problem, just let me know when we can continue.”  This letter must be very important to her if she’s that worried about it arriving late to its destination, especially knowing how interested she is into me.  I find it understandable.

“Oh, before you leave, could you tell me how to get to Applejack’s farm?  I want to ask her for some employment.”  I said catching the unicorn from leaving.

“Sure, if you continue along this roadway, it should take you to a path that leads you straight to Sweet Apple Acres.”  Once Twilight finished, she was gone in the same flash as earlier.  With my directions, I set off.

After a thirty minute hike so far, I had to wonder.  Has Twilight Sparkle taken this route so many times that she can easily remember where to go and not assume there is a different walkway?  Because right now, I’m stuck at a fork in the road.

I decided to let nature and fate pick my way and what I meant by that was letting a twig pick my path.  There was a decent sized tree nearby with some low-hanging branches that I could grab hardly using any effort.  So I snatched one of the branches and broke off a piece, one that wouldn’t damage the plant too much.  Next what I did was twirled the stick and shortly after, tossed it into the air.  When it landed, the piece of wood pointed towards the right path, so I followed it.  But where it lead me wasn’t my destination, but it was something else that had caught my fancy.

“This must be the one she was referring to.” I muttered under my breath.  Placed before me was a massively scorched indention.  There was no doubt about it, this cavity had to of been first impact.  And I have no idea why that purple equine said the area wouldn’t go unbothered; this place looked like it also came out of hell.  Maybe she said that not to make me worry.

The road couldn’t continue further because the force was strong enough to obliterate it.  The external shock wave created from the crash made it seem that the surrounding trees were trying to claw away from the destruction.

Studying the devastation, something seemed off.  This mark didn’t exactly line up with the ones in town.  Upon closer examination, I discovered that this point had a slight crease to it and the remaining bits of earth decreased at a forty-two degree angle.  I came to the conclusion that when I made first contact with the ground, it redirected and caused me to curve midflight into Ponyville.

There is no point in staying here and recalling what Twilight said, the area shouldn’t be bothered by this mess.  As much as it seemed wrong to leave it as is, I decided to trust her words.  Hopefully nature will be able to heal itself over time.  I could make out what I think was formally the rest of the road; so I followed it.

Again, I was wrong in my directions; can I even consider the first time my fault?  Well this time I was lead to a lake, I should have probably stopped when I noticed there was no more pathway.

It was a gentle serene lake resting peacefully as the trees crowded it as they seemed to witness the body of water in perfection.  With hardly a cloud in the sky, the sun was left beaming its light onto the surface, creating little diamonds floating above the liquid.  Just like Ponyville, this lake gave me a tranquil feeling that I enjoy.

As much euphoria it gave me, I decided that it was going to be short lived.  I had as much privacy that anyone could ask for.  Now that I was completely alone, I was going to see if I truly did unleash my true potential.

I focused myself and grasp hold of my spiritual energy and weaponized into its physical form.  Under my breath, I called out its name “Apocalypto.”  However, there was something different about it.  Originally my weapon was a dark brown wand with the head being a one and a half foot circle that had spiked blades following the middle crease.  At the very bottom of the staff was a single dagger blade just like the one on Reiku’s scythe.  But now…now Apocalypto is a zweihander.  The entire sword was a one quarter foot wide and six feet in length, it was close to matching my size, maybe give it a few more inches and it’ll be even.  It had a golden hilt heading straight towards the silver hue blade reflecting all light that hit it.  It was a single edge sword and where the hilt and flat end met, sat the upper half of a little double horned dragon’s head in the same sun gold color as the handle.  Because of this weapon’s size and weight, it would have taken five men to lift this thing, but with my strength, I could easily lift it with one arm.  My weapon……my soul has gone through a rebirth.

Next I release a pulse of energy into the earth and forcing their way out in a zombie fashion were very bulky humanoid figures.  These mucky looking golems were soon accompanied by earth brown stone tendrils.  All the summoned monsters turned their attention towards me with fury emitting from their presence.  That is only because I filled those empty husks of a body with hatred and aggression and more importantly had them direct it at me.  I added the emotion of hatred so that they would face me; wouldn’t want them wandering off and attacking anyone unfortunate enough to cross paths with them.  And the reason for bringing these creatures to life would be so I could actually train.  If I used simple telekinetic levitation on random objects and threw them at myself, it would have eventually become too predictable, especially because I was manipulating the thing.  It was exigent that I confirm that I truly do have complete control of my powers.

“Bring it!” I ordered the beasts while pointing the tip of Apocalypto at them.

The tentacles and rock monsters groaned and bellowed out towards me as they advanced on my position.  With lightning speed reaction, I swung my spirit blade into one golem with such velocity and force that it slid straight through the automatist creature like butter.  Its cohort that tried flanking me was found dangling in my hand within seconds.  As two of the spikes thrust at me, I increased my grip and turned the abomination’s head into dust.  This allowed me to have a free hand so I could have more control in the following counter.  I unleashed a strong paralyzing force that froze the tendrils in mid-strike.  However, it seems like these rocky vines weren’t planning on attacking alone for more golems lunged themselves into the air for a stomp attack.  I directed a parcel of my attention at them.  With a psychic burst, those beasts were thrown to the ground, creating an avalanched sound effect.  Now that the minor distraction was out of the way, I focused back on the previous beasts.

I reached out my hands and grabbed the tips of both tentacles.  With a quick jolt of electricity, they collapsed.  These creations of mine were noting, but brutes.  That’s not satisfying at all.  So I’ll just have to make them stronger.

With the same spell from earlier, I replicated more lusus naturaes, except this time I mimicked some of my essence into the creatures.

I could sense the powers burning from them as if they were sweating it.  Yes, this is perfect.  This will be the true session.  I summoned a barrier around the lake not only to prevent any beasts from escaping, but so that no destructive attacks may leave.

“Come at me!” I declared in an excited tone.

One of the Gaia warriors drove its arms deep into the earth only to have created piercing spikes beneath me with the intent of stabbing me.  Too simple of a move; I avoided it by flying away.

I made a pause and noticed a second golem formed its appendages into Gatling gun figures and began firing stony bullets.  I raised my massive zweihander and deflected each shot with such speed; the movements were undetectable through normal sight.

They may be stronger now, but it seems they aren’t smarter; that’s a shame.  Suddenly the sun behind me was eclipsed by an unknown object.  Before I could realize what it was, I was already pressed into that dirt chest.  Both my captor and I plummeted into as the thing’s body slammed me.  I was still trapped underneath the golem after impact.

Afterwards, I felt Apocalypto yanked out of my hands and more weight added to the being on top of me.

I couldn’t even sense the first one that grabbed me.  Were the others just a distraction?  Did they outsmart me?  This is fucking perfect; it just means I would get the training dummies I wanted.  I could feel a devilish grin within my cheeks.

I formed an orb deep in my soul and expanded it till it burst from my body and blew up the rocky dog pile in a stony firework display.  I immediately flipped up and called my sword back to me.  The monster that took it had both arms crumble from the force as my blade flung free from it and back into my grip.

I then raised my hand, mimicking a maestro; massive columns ejected from the very ground beneath my training dummies.  Followed by this gesture, I clasped my palms together; the breaking of stone reverberated in this dome force field.  What I had done was I controlled the pillars to slam into each other, golems first.  However witnessing what happened next, made me question my attack.  For the creatures merged together with the towers and fused each one to create some new monstrosity.

This new thing formed itself into a gigantic sphere with two arm-like limbs, supporting its weight.  It has a spiked tail with the rocks in such a formation, that it to have a scale like appearance.  And lastly, the creature’s new face looked like a jack-o-lantern.  It made me want to light a fire inside, just to see if it’ll light up.

The beast opened its vast mouth and unleashed a hollowed roar at me.  I concentrated my energy into a ball and blasted it into this sad excuse for a mud pumpkin.  To my disappointment, it didn’t light up like I hoped, but it did hurt the creature.

This time a vicious growl was let loose.  Numerous tendrils came piercing out of the ground and lunging for me.  I fired a few blasts at them before diving towards the lake.  The tentacles were mostly made up of sand and mud, so some water should make them unstable.

Sheathing Apocalypto back within me, I plotted my next move.  In wave like movements, I took hold of the lake and bended it to my will.  With a fluid forward thrust, I managed to drown each and every one of my abominations.  Unsure of the destruction I caused to them, I retracted the liquid back into its bed and let the water rest.

My attack wiped out the tendrils and seemed to have loosened one of the arms off the monster’s joint.  This is my chance, so I took it.  Speeding up to the thing, I realized something was wrong.

I was diverted down my multiple sandy hands.  I was held into position long enough for the golem king to slam its weight into the earth and pull out a new limb.  After seeing this, I broke free and took in a deep inhale.  Once I felt like I had enough air, I released a mighty fire breath with such intensity, that it literally glassed the beach of the lake.

My follow ups were blunt force chi strikes against the base of this hive mind.  Each hit concaved the face of the beast till it fell to the ground.  Upon impact, the creature began dragging its face in the earth till it popped right back up without a scratch on it.  As long there is any form of dirt, this thing is just going to keep on healing itself, isn’t it?  So if I have any hope of defeating it, I’m either going to destroy the planet or completely eradicate this demon.  There is no way in hell that I’ll consider the first option.

I threw a whirlwind sickle down the middle and split that thing in half.  Next I summoned a dark spirit energy which the aura burned wildly in both of my hands.  In a second, I was already in between the two halves.

If Rainbow really plans on challenging my speed, then I think if she had just witnessed how fast I went, she may regret it.

I spread my arms as birds spread their wings and unleashed the hellish chaos of my shadowy beams.  The groaning pain of my creation was swallowed by the deafening sound as the attack devoured the monster and continued on till it met the defensive capabilities of my barrier.  But the force was to strong as destruction exploded from contact.

The surrounding shield slowly cracked and fell to pieces with an echoing glass breaking sound.

This is only the beginning of my training; I need more, I need to be pushed to the limit.  Again!

With the same powers used earlier, I summoned more monsters, except I made them stronger and deadly then the one I just killed.  I focused myself and created a darkness that slowly consumed the light in the area and internally converted it into a black flame around both hands.

Now then, let us resume!