Helrek grunted as he felt his aching bones and sore muscles begin to awaken, and groaned as he lifted his gauntlets over his eyes, rubbing them before he sat up. He wasn't used to waking up this way, in his armor of all things, and was more used to waking up in a bedroll, or possibly in a bed. But waking up on the hard ground, with no idea how he got there, was still a little hard for him to adjust to. So, with a sigh, he hefted himself up to his feet, and began to look around.
He was in a forest for starters, and it was rather thick, making the woods in parts of Skyrim look more peaceful and relaxed. He could see strange vegetation around him, as well as the sounds of a river nearby. There were eyes among the darker parts, which seemed to keep track of his movements, and he could see that it was nighttime, somewhere around midnight. Like when he lost consciousness.
He took a step forward, and felt his Steel Plate Boots bump into something, causing him to look down, and saw a large sack on the ground. This made him raise an eyebrow, lift it up, and looked inside, seeing nothing but blackness. This caused him to grow confused, and stuff his gauntlet in there, going deep in until he felt what must have been a coin pouch, and pulled it out, revealing it was indeed a coin pouch. He put it back in, and searched some more, not feeling the bottom of it, but instead the hilt of a Skyforge Steel Sword, which he pulled out with ease, and raised an eyebrow.
As he examined the blade, he heard a groan to his left, making him look over and spot that Argonian he's been traveling with, and Givan a few feet to the other side. The Argonian pulled off his Daedric Helmet, and spat out some blood as he wiped his mouth. He must have taken a harder hit then Helrek, because he didn't feel any blood anywhere.
The Argonian stood up, and dusted himself off, before giving a raised, spiky eyebrow at Helrek, and spoke in his deep and gravely voice. "Didn't expect to wake up to the sight of you, though it's a nice sight instead of one of those Bears."
Helrek chuckled lightly, and wrapped the sack around his shoulder so it'd hang next to his waist, and looked at the Argonian's feet, seeing another sack. "I'd suggest taking that sack, might come in handy."
The Argonian looked down at it, then nodded as he tied it around his shoulder as well. He then stretched his arms out a bit, and pulled the gauntlets off, stuffing them in the sack. He then looked to the side at Givan. "Should we wake him up?"
Helrek nodded, and walked over to the Dragon Priest, before kicking him in the side, which made Givan shoot up to a sitting position, and had flames in his hands as he glared daggers at Helrek, until they settled as he spoke. "By Talos, you scared me to death."
Helrek rolled his eyes as he offered his hand, which the elf in robes took, and he lifted him up. He then glanced at the Argonian. "Hey, let's go, I don't think it's best to stay here."
The Argonian simply nodded as he slid the helmet back on, and gripped the Daedric sword that sat along his hip. Helrek then tossed the last sack on the ground to Givan, who caught it with a raised eyebrow, but didn't question as he figured he'd find out later. They three then began heading towards the sound of the river, given they always do such when lost. They needed to find a way out of here, and get to safety. Maybe a nearby village, or a city.
They soon arrived at the river, and saw how calm it was, which made them smile and began looking around. That is until they spotted a giant Serpent in the river, causing them to draw their swords (or magic for Givan), while Helrek spoke. "Keep calm, just in case he speaks like the Dovah."
The others slowly nodded in response, and spotted the massive serpent coming over, then lower down with a smile. "Why hello there! You three must be new here, right?" The three looked at each other in confusion. "Say, you three wouldn't happen to be following those six nice mares, would you?"
Helrek stepped forward at that, sheathing his sword. "No, actually. We just woke up a mile or so away, and were curious where the closest village was. Do you think they might know?"
The serpent nodded with a smile. "I'm sure they do, go ahead and head after them."
The three nodded, and moved through the river, before setting off back into the forest. That was when Givan spoke. "So... that serpent was friendly, I guess... but what did he mean by 'mares'. I don't understand how six horses could help us."
The Argonian shrugged. "I gave up trying to understand stuff since I became a hybrid, given that it was thought to be impossible."
Givan hummed slightly. "I suppose that could POSSIBLY be the reason, but I'd rather have an understanding before continuing on." He sighed. "I suppose we'll figure it out once we find them."
The other two nodded in response as they continued on. Seeing that they soon arrived at a weak looking rope bridge, leading over to some ruins. This made Helrek smirk. "Looks like it's time to begin adventuring." He looked at the other two. "Feel like investigating these ruins ahead?"
The Argonian simply shrugged, while Givan sighed. "I would rather find a village first for if we find anything worth selling."
Helrek chuckled lightly. "I'm sure we'll figure it out. Now come on, let's go."
They walked over to the bridge, and went across one at a time, given how weak it felt under their feet. Once they were across, they headed for the ruins, and went inside, examining around them, and saw that all it really had was a statue in the center. This made Givan speak. "Interesting, these markings on the statue are quite intriguing, don't you agree, Helrek?"
Helrek simply shrugged, and placed his gauntlet on the dusty stone, brushing it away, and examined the words. "Hmm... they do not appear to be Dragon, nor Man... they seem almost... confusing." He took a closer look. "They aren't completely confusing, to tell the truth, but that might be because of the Dragon Souls I've got."
Givan slowly nodded. "Indeed, our Dragon Souls could explain why we understand this at all."
The Argonian then spoke as he looked out a window. "We better check out that tower, I see lights coming from it."
The others walked over and looked out the window as well, seeing the lights, which made them nod and rush over to the stairwell, before running up them, and soon reached the top. This made them grow confused as they spotted six, floating... horses? Which were rather small, and there was another one up ahead, who was screaming out something, before a bright light blinded them temporarily.
They soon could see again, and saw the six horses on the ground, with the bigger one being smaller now. This made them even more confused, until they heard the horses talking, TALKING! They were talking to each other now, which made Helrek whisper to the others. "Um... you said you gave up on normality, right?"
The Argonian nodded, whispering back. "Yeah, so this is quite new."
Just then a much taller, and white horse glided into the room, and began to speak to the horses, addressed the smaller one, then looked straight at them as she spoke. "Ah, I see my spell to summon them has worked."
All the horses looked at the three, and went wide eyed and slack-jawed, which made the three grow worried, and Helrek spoke with a defeated sigh. "Yep, we're going to die."
Givan then spoke. "How is it even possible that they even talk?!"
Then finally the Argonian, who simply shrugged.
The horses were even more wide eyed when the three spoke, while the white horse stepped towards them. "I am sure you three a very confused."
Helrek nodded, taking the diplomatic route. "Yes, given that we woke up in a forest, with sacks that hold much room, and apparently talking horses... We are rather confused, yes."
The horse smiled at this. "Then let me begin with saying welcome to Equestria. My name is Princess Celestia, and we are a race known as ponies."
The three immediately kneeled down to her, The Argonian took off his helmet, which earned gasps, and Givan pulled down his hood, even Helrek pulled off his steel, horned helmet as he spoke. "It is a great honor to stand before royalty, your highness."
Princess Celestia giggled slightly and waved it off. "No need for that, for you three have more skills then I could hold."
The three carefully stood up, while the unicorn in the back spoke. "What do you mean, Princess? How are they more skilled?"
Celestia smiled at them. "For starters, they can slay, and consume the souls of dragons, which make them even stronger then they once were." The ponies gasped, while Celestia held a sad look. "It also forces them to live that dragon's life, and hold it's secrets as they carry on to defend their home from them." She then looked at Givan. "He has great specialty in magic, and I only brought him here for if your magic was not strong enough, my faithful student, for he holds magic that is far stronger then yours."
Givan waved it off. "Given where we are, that's probably not true."
Celestia smirked at him. "We will see." She then looked at the Argonian. "And this creature, is by far the most skilled. He has what one pony could almost never get, he is the hybrid of a Werewolf and a Vampire."
The ponies gasped in response, as the white one spoke. "HE'S A WHAT?!"
Celestia looked at her. "Do not worry, for he has control over his powers, and doesn't truly use them unless necessary."
The Argonian simply nodded.
"Also, he has been alive for around 4000 years, possibly even more, which would make him close to my age." More gasps. "He is truly a powerful warrior, who does what he thinks is right. So please treat him well."
Helrek waved his hands at that. "Whoa there, hold on! Are you telling us we're staying here?!"
Celestia gave a small smile. "Yes, actually, I am. The world is changing, and I know that. If I do not find suitable fighters for Equestria, it will fall." She then smiled a little. "Do not worry, you will not be the only ones, at least I think you won't. I'm not sure if my magic is strong enough to go father then your world."
Givan slapped himself, blinked a few times, then spoke. "Why does this always happen to me?" He then folded his arms and sighed heavily.
Celestia gave another soft smile. "I apologize if this has upset you three, but we truly need you here, to protect our home. And after watching you three protect your own home, I find you three most fitting for the job. Please, do stay here, for our land will fall otherwise."
The three looked between each other, before sighing heavily as Helrek nodded. "Alright, we'll stay."
Celestia smiled widely now. "Wonderful! I am sure you will just love our land, and I promise to make it most appealing for you. Also, I will have to talk to the royal guards and the citizens of Ponyville and Canterlot about you."
The Argonian gave out a small sigh. "This is going to be a long day."
...
Helrek, Givan, and the Argonian sat there as the massive party continued going, and exchanged looks with one another before sighing heavily. They do not know why they accepted staying honestly, but they did, and now they were stuck there. But at least the populace didn't go into panic once the Princess explained everything to them. And now they were a bit confused since they will be staying with the unicorn known as Twilight Sparkle.
Givan stared at the strange form of bread with frosting on it in his hands, and gave it a small sniff, which made him stare at it with even more confusion, then speak. "What could this possibly be? Is it like those Sweet Rolls back home?"
Helrek shrugged as he took one, gave a cautious sniff, and bit into it. This made him smile and sit back while he chewed, then swallowed. "Beats me, but they sure do taste good."
Givan gave him a raised eyebrow, and bit into the food, which made him moan lightly while a stream of tears went down his cheeks. "By the Nine, this is the most delicious sweet I've ever had!"
Helrek chuckled lightly as Givan began to savor each bite he took, and folded his arms as he stared into the crowd. He liked it when towns were full instead of empty, it made him feel more at home, given he grew up in a city full of people. He loved the crowds, and how happy everyone he met was. It made it a wonderful time when he went to the places.
The Argonian then spoke as he looked around the table. "Where's the meat?"
Princess Celestia giggled across from him. "I apologize, I told the ponies that you all eat meat as well, and... one of them didn't take it all that well. But do not worry, I will make sure that you could at least eat the fishes from the lakes, or possibly animals from the woods that nopony are friends with."
The Argonian raised an eyebrow. "Aren't there other races that eat meat? I mean, everyone would be in full blown panic otherwise."
Celestia nodded. "Indeed, the Griffons eat meat as well, which makes the ponies here less then worried about it."
The Argonian simply shrugged, and sat back down as Helrek spoke. "You know, you never gave us a name when we met."
"Because I don't need to."
"Come on, there gots to be something we can call you."
The Argonian sighed heavily. "Di-Meen."
The two nodded in appreciation, and leaned back in their seats, continuing to watch the party as it went off. They stayed silent as they enjoyed the food and punch, and soon the night had come... in a rather strange way, before they were led to the hollowed out tree, and heard Twilight speak. "Well, here we are. Your rooms will be up the stairs, across from mine. If your all tired, then get some sleep, we got a big day tomorrow."
Helrek and Givan nodded their thanks and headed up the stairs, while Di-Meen stayed silent, and was examining the entire room. This made Twilight speak to him. "Is something wrong?"
Di-Meen shook his head. "No, I just expected to be thrown in the basement or something given I'm two things that peo-er ponies, hate. I was expecting to be considered an outcast, not given a warm bed and food."
Twilight smiled kindly. "Don't worry, so long as you don't do anything wrong, we'll let you stay." She then grew a little worried. "But... as for blood..."
Di-Meen quickly stopped her, pulling out a large, red vial. "Don't worry, I got these... they aren't real blood, but they satisfy the need all the same."
Twilight smile returned at that. "That's good, I was worried there for a second." She then trotted over to the stairs, before glancing at him. "Are you going to get some sleep?"
Di-Meen shook his head. "No, I need to let the... beast, have some freedom in the forest, otherwise it'll become a problem tomorrow. He doesn't kill unless attacked, but can be a bit hard to calm."
Twilight slowly nodded, a little worried, but hid it. "I see, just please, be careful."
"I have more power over the form then you think, Twilight."
She nodded. "Alright, goodnight."
Di-Meen nodded, and turned to the door, before pulling off the armor, revealing the rags he wore under it, and took a deep breath, before he felt himself begin to change. Fur began to grow over his entire body, and his now dog like face grew with sharp teeth, and his hands grew longer claws then the usual ones. He then climbed out the front door, leaving a shocked Twilight, as she's never seen a transformation, and after a few minutes, she heard a howl, which earned others from whatever's in the Everfree. This made her gulp a bit.
Please stay safe.
Author's Note
Alright, first chapter is done. Hope you all enjoyed, and I will make sure this is a very big story.
Chapter 2: Everfree Forest
Author's Note
Well there's Chapter 2, and I think it's a little shorter then the first one. Anyways, hope you guys like it, and hopefully it'll have a lore-friendly explanation to how Di-Meen became a hybrid. Any constructive criticism is welcome.
Chapter 2: Everfree Forest
Twilight Sparkle yawned slightly as she woke up to the sound of her alarm clock going off, which made her smile softly, and turned it off. With that done, she climbed out of bed, trotted down the stairs and into the bathroom, where she did her morning routine. She then combed her hair after her shower, and yawned a little again as she trotted out the bathroom, and bumped into a tall figure. This made her rub her eyes slightly and looked up, seeing Helrek from yesterday, which made her smile. "Morning, Helrek, how did you sleep?"
He grumbled slightly as he yawned, then nodded to the bathroom, which made Twilight smile and move out of the way, which led to him heading in, and closed the door behind him. Twilight then trotted down the stairs, and found Di-Meen fast asleep on a couch, with four books on one end, and a massive pile of gems on the other, which made Twilight's jaw drop at how many there were. There could be around 50 of them from how big each one was.
Twilight trotted over to the sleeping Argonian, and tapped his shoulder, which made him slowly blink his eyes open, and looked at her, causing her to speak. "Good morning, Di-Meen, I take it you had a long night?"
She nodded to the gems and books to indicate she was curious, which made him sit up. "I will say this now, that dig site a ways away had a lot of these gems down there, I just took as much as I could carry and came back here. Then I read a few books, and fell asleep." He picked at his ear. "I didn't really know Dragons ate gems and gold."
Twilight smiled. "Well, more so on gems, though I'm not sure on gold quite yet." He nodded as he stretched out a bit, cracked his neck, and got to his feet, walking over to the kitchen while Twilight began to put the books away. As she did so, she noticed Spike coming down the stairs, which made her smile. "Hey, Spike, how did you sleep?"
Spike simply rubbed his eyes, and glanced up the stairs, giving an annoyed look to Givan at the top. "That guy was staring at me when I woke up, asking me questions about dragons here in Equestria. I don't know what to say, but he won't leave me alone."
Givan stepped down into the library, and simply shrugged as he walked over to the bookcases, grabbing a book from the 'D' section, and began reading. This made Twilight raise an eyebrow, but shrugged it off as she could smell something wonderful in the kitchen. This caused her to trot in and speak. "Wow, Di-Meen, what are you cooking? It smells wonderful..."
"Beef."
Twilight went wide eyed, her face went slightly green, and her pupils shrunk at realizing that it smelt good. "Oh... is that for all of us, or..."
He shook his head, knowing Twilight wouldn't eat any. "No, only enough for me, Givan and Helrek. No need to worry."
Twilight slowly nodded as she grabbed a couple apples from the fridge, and sat down, while hearing Spike cry out about gems. The morning was going good so far, so she might as well have a good time and talk to her 'roommates'. "So... Di-Meen..." He glanced at her. "How did you become... you know, a hybrid?"
Di-Meen stayed silent for a moment. "Does your kind believe in demons?"
Twilight raised an eyebrow, but nodded. "Yeah, they live deep in Tartarus."
Di-Meen slowly nodded. "I used to worship two different Demons known as Daedric Princes. One of them was called Hircine, Lord of the Hunt, while the other was named Molag Bal. Molag created the first vampires, me included, and sent us out into the world. I preyed on many innocents then as I was too young to know better. Eventually, though, Hircine began to get annoyed that I was a vampire, and turned me into a werewolf. This caused conflict between the two lords, until they decided on just making me both, so they wouldn't have to waste time on each other. I guess you could call this the short explanation."
Twilight was confused and also worried, but slowly nodded since he mentioned he was simply too young to know any better. She then noticed him set down a plate of eggs, bread, and hay in front of her, which made her raise an eyebrow as he sat down. She looked at him. "So... why didn't you make this bread into toast?"
Di-Meen raised an eyebrow. "Toast?" She nodded, making him tap his chin. "I never heard of toast, though I think it was mentioned as an idea by someone back home. Not sure what it was exactly, burnt bread, maybe..."
He continued to think about it, while Twilight simply shook her head in amusement, and went to begin eating her food. She also watched with concern as Di-Meen bit into the beef he cooked, and ate it like it was just food. Maybe it was just her, seeing as how Griffons possibly eat it the same way.
Givan grabbed his plate and began eating his beef, same did Helrek, and they mostly ate in silence, until Helrek spoke. "Hey, do you guys remember that time we fought off that massive force of Thalmor?"
Givan bit his bread in response, and spoke with his mouth full. "Yes, actually." He swallowed. "Those idiots still think they deserve to be the rulers of Tamriel, when it should be ALL who rule over it. I was sick of this, so I left them."
Di-Meen grunted at that. "We all know why you left, Givan, no need to repeat it."
He glared at him. "Maybe YOU two know it, but I am sure Miss Sparkle here didn't know."
Di-Meen rolled his eyes and continued to chew his food, while Helrek bit into his eggs. "I wonder what we should do today. Anyone got any ideas?"
Givan wiped the grease from his beard in response. "I would recommend going back to those ruins in the Everfree, I wish to further examine the place, and see what I can find."
The Argonian gave a nod. "I agree, maybe there are some ancient treasures there that we missed. I haven't looted a large ruin for a while now."
Helrek clapped his hands together. "Then it's settled, we leave for the ruins after breakfast."
Twilight got in on this. "Wait a minute! Are you all crazy?! The Everfree Forest is dangerous!"
The three simply stared at her, then all exchanged a good laugh, before Givan spoke. "Miss Sparkle, I have fought dragons for a living, and studied all their moves. Helrek here has the ability of all known dragons, and had fought Alduin the World Eater. And Di-Meen here can take out twenty bandits one by one. I think we'll be safe."
Twilight looked between the three with wide eyes, before sighing as she slumped her head. "Alright, just please be careful. I don't want you guys dying."
Helrek patted her shoulder as Di-Meen stood up, and headed for the living room. "Relax, Twilight. We will be fine, have a little faith."
Twilight gave a soft smile, and nodded.
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Later
...
"GODS DAMN!!!"
Helrek rolled out of the way as the Ursa Minor slammed it's paw into the ground he once stood, roaring at them as they held their swords. They had gotten pretty far ahead, but Givan wanted to investigate a nearby cave, which led to them being attacked by this guy. And now they were having more trouble then they wanted.
Di-Meen readied the Fireball spell as Givan dodged another of the Ursa Minor's paws, until Di-Meen threw the fireball, and it slammed into the Ursa's face. This caused it to collapse backwards, and begin whimpering as it sped off for the cave. This made the three cheer at their victory, while Givan spoke. "Okay... I take all the blame on this, now let's get out of here before something worse shows up."
Just then they heard a roar that was far deadlier then the Minor's, making them slowly turn to the cave, and see a Ursa Major. This made all of them go wide eyed as Di-Meen spoke. "We're doomed."
Helrek gulped as the three began backing away slowly from the massive bear, who was glaring daggers at the three. It then roared loudly, and brought it's paw high into the air. "RUN!!!"
The three dove out of the way as the paw slammed down, taking down a good amount of trees with them, while Givan spoke. "Is this punishment for my curiosity?!"
Di-Meen gave him an annoyed look. "Just be quiet while we try to stop this thing."
The other two nodded, as Helrek spoke. "I think I got an idea, but we need to work together on this." The other two nodded. "When I say go, we are all going to use Unrelenting Force to try and get it away, ready?"
Givan looked at him. "And if it doesn't work?"
"Then we're dead." Givan whimpered. "Alright, everyone get ready." The three moved their feet so they wouldn't fall backwards. "Three... Two... One..." He breathed in deeply, same as the other two, before they all roared out.
FUS RO DAH!!
The force of all three shouts slammed into the bear, making it stagger back a bit, and shook it's head before glaring at them, making them all wide eyed, as Di-Meen spoke. "Like I said, we're doomed."
"WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU'RE DOING?!"
The three went wide eyed as they saw that butter yellow pegasus from earlier, giving the Ursa Major a gaze that made the three warriors go silent and stare with wide eyes.
"YOU HAVE A LOT OF NERVE TO ATTACK THESE THREE!!"
The Ursa Major whimpered in response.
"Well then, I believe they are sorry for hurting your baby." She looked at the three. "Isn't that right?"
Di-Meen and Helrek pointed at Givan, who went wide eyed and waved his arms frantically. "WAIT! I saw a cave, alright?! I thought it'd be great to explore and see what treasures were in it! I didn't mean to wake up one of those!"
She nodded, then looked at the Ursa Major. "See, they didn't mean to cause any damage, but your little baby was hurting them. They were just defending themselves." She then offered a soft smile to it. "Go on home now, and check on your baby."
The Major quickly nodded, and sped off to it's cave, leaving the butter yellow pegasus to fly down to us, and give a shy smile. "I... I'm sorry that happened."
Givan pulled on the collar of his blue robes. "Yes... well... It was technically my fault, so..."
She gave a soft nod, then offered her hoof, more to Di-Meen then the others, given his animal look. "My name is Fluttershy."
Di-Meen smiled and shook her hoof. "A pleasure to meet you, Miss Fluttershy."
She smiled shyly, then looked around before speaking. "I should probably head back home, it was nice to meet you three." She then waved, and flew off.
That made Helrek speak. "We didn't even give her our names."
Di-Meen simply shrugged. "My guess is she was too busy, or Twilight told her our names."
The others slowly nodded in response, and they headed off for the ruins.
...
Much Later
...
Givan looked over the markings on the statue in the middle of the large room. They had arrived a few minute ago, and have been searching around the castle for a while now, while Givan looked over the markings. He was truly enthralled by them, even though he figured out they were pony written, he seemed to be trying to read them. Not much of a surprise really.
Di-Meen walked in through one of the doors, carrying a small sword, and a golden shield, as he spoke. "Found these down in what I'm guessing to be the Guard Armory, though I've yet to check out the Royal Armory."
Givan nodded. "These inscriptions are fascinating, and seem to hold writings that aren't in those books I've been reading."
"And how many have you read since you've been here?"
"Around 20 I think."
Di-Meen whistled in response, and tossed the sword and shield into the sack he carried with him, then headed back through the door. Once he was gone, Helrek walked in, carrying a pickaxe in one hand, and the handle for a cart that he filled up with ore that was around here. "You have no idea what kind of ore is out here, Givan!" He sat the cart down. "There's Gold, there's Diamonds, there's Silver, hell, there's even ebony!"
Givan dusted off some more words. "Yes, I can tell, and these inscriptions state that Equestria is very rich in ores and minerals. And there also appears to be a different flow of magic here as well, which is rather surprising for me. I honestly thought magic flowed the same in all realms."
Helrek shrugged as he began to put the biggest of the ores into the sack, liking that it all fit in there, but then grew confused. "I wonder why we woke up with these sacks."
Givan looked over. "I am curious as well, and they hold all of our belongings from Skyrim. It's strange, honestly." He then looked in one. "I think it's supposed to be a void sack."
"A what?"
Givan looked up at him. "A void sack, able to carry more then we usually can, and is technically a bottomless void. However, I fail to see how it gives us what we expect to grab."
Helrek rolled his eyes at him. "Sure, I get it. Still strange to me."
Di-Meen soon walked back out of the door, carrying a long, golden sword that was very elegant, and one that was blue and in the same design of beauty. He then spoke as he examined them. "Found these in the Royal Armory, one has a fire enchantment while the other has a ice enchantment."
Givan looked over at him in response. "Truly?" Di-Meen nodded. "Interesting, anything to indicate who it might have belonged to?"
"Only the designs on the hilts. One is a sun, while the other is a crescent moon."
Givan and Helrek went deep into thought at that, while Di-Meen stuffed the swords into his sack, sealed it up, and spoke. "Other than that, the other racks and chests were either empty or holding septims. Nothing of importance besides those."
"What about the Royal Armory?"
Di-Meen sat down. "Well, there were open walls that seemed to once hold weapons even stronger then these two, but they are long gone. As for any kind of armor, it's all pony armor, and wouldn't fit us."
The other two gave their nods in understanding, before Givan looked back at the statue, reading more of it. Di-Meen pulled out some venison and began to nibble on it, while Helrek began to mess around with his fire spell, casting fire on the walls, or juggling fireballs to entertain himself. It was rather boring there, since they already looted the place of everything it had.
Givan then spoke as he finished writing down in his journal. "Alright, I think I'm good for now, let's head on back to Ponyville."
The other two nodded in agreement, got together everything, and began their trek back.
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Later
...
Di-Meen had a red scar along his cheek, and had a very annoyed look on his face, while Givan was trying to stay as far away from him as possible. Givan was testing his throwing with daggers, and threw one a little too close towards Di-Meen, and the Argonian almost killed him in response. And Helrek was staying between them, keeping them from fighting.
Just then they spotted a whole mess of ponies chasing after Twilight, which made them raise eyebrows, and walked further into town. They stayed silent as they went into the Library, and all sat down. They pulled out some bread and cheese, and split it between themselves, until they heard Twilight burst through the door, and lock everything from the door to all the windows, then shut the lights off.
This made Di-Meen speak. "Does this have anything to do with us seeing you running from the town?"
Twilight nodded, before all the lights turned on, revealing the other five mares across the room. This made Twilight yell a little, they had a heart-filled moment, sent something away, then received a letter, along with six golden pieces of paper. This made Helrek speak. "Okay, what did we miss?"
They looked at the three, as Twilight chuckled awkwardly. "Well, we have been invited to the Grand Galloping Gala, and have just received the tickets for it."
Helrek thought for a moment. "Sounds like that party at the Thalmor Embassy, except without having to go undercover."
The ponies raised eyebrows at him, while Givan spoke. "Maybe I could go there and learn a few things from any mages that might go."
Di-Meen grunted in response, rubbing the red mark on his cheek. "I just want to keep from getting attacked."
"That was an accident!"
Di-Meen glared at the elf. "One you've yet to apologize for."
Givan gave a defeated grunt and began walking up the stairs. "I give up, wake me up when it's tomorrow."
Helrek thought for a moment. "Yeah, I need to get some sleep too, see you tomorrow, Di-Meen."
The Argonian simply grunted as he went up stairs, and the girls left the library. Spike then burped up four more tickets, and cheered before running after the girls, leaving Di-Meen alone.
He stayed silent for a few moments, then shrugged, popped a vial open, and downed it's contents before heading out the door, and transformed into a werewolf to go out and release the anger.
