My Little Pony : The New Lunar Republic

by captainpony

Rating: mature
Tags: Dark, Human
Length: 91296

After the defeat of Tirek tensions between Luna and Celestia rise , Lines are drawn , Ponies choose sides but will you join the New Lunar Republic or the Solar Empire ? R&R

After the defeat of Tirek , Tensions between Luna and Celestia rise , Lines are Drawn , Ponies choose sides , Who will you chose ? The new Lunar Republic ? Or the Solar Empire

Published 1970-01-01 00:00:00 UTC
Last updated 2014-10-11 01:31:36 UTC

Chapter 3 human meet pony , pony meet human

Adam's POV

I was in the void for who knows how long . It was then that suddenly a portal of white opened , like I could care where it was leading . Of course I fell , weird I saw … stars , no blue sky , no grass hardly much .

Now  this can't be right I'm on the moon ? How weird , never mind that I wanna know who in the world brought me here . I barely awoke and saw several ponies standing around looking at me with curious expressions .

I rose an eyebrow at this , completely confused at what is going on . “Okay this can't be a dream else i'd be back on Earth and I'd wake up , doubt it's any form of hallucination or anything of that sort” I muttered . “Ah I have the answer , it's all real and somehow someone brought me here for some kind of reason” .

I saw a blue alicorn with a starry flowing mane walk into my room where I am currently resting due whatever injuries that I might have sustained . “I brought you here for a reason , we need your help to win this war” she said .

“Uh just who are all of you?” I asked . “I am Princess Luna  of the New Lunar Republic” said Luna . “I'm Rainbow Dash , Captain of the Lunar Airforce and of the Shadowbolts” said Dash proudly .

“Names Applejack Ah command the lunar ground forces” said Applejack sticking out her hoof . Taking my chance I shook it with such ferocity that it made her jerk it back leaving it wobbling . “Oops guess I don't know my own strength” I apologized .

“that darling is , Fluttershy as she runs the some of the hospital, my name is Rarity as I run the spy division” said Rarity .

“I'm Pinkie Pie , I run Research and Development , and I throw parties” said Pinkie happily . I looked around for Twilight Sparkle but I didn't see her . “weird” I murmured . “What is it ?” asked Rainbow . “Uh question: where is Twilight ?” I asked .

All I saw or heard in this was silence. “Oh don't tell me , she didn't stick with you guys?” . They all nodded there heads , Rainbow Dash however was still very bitter toward the purple alicorn for what she did that day .

“Look you just got here , so you may not understand what happenns here , yes Twilight betrayed us for power it was like she forgotten what had we all been through , stopping Nightmare Moon, sealing Discord back into stone , and beating off Chrysalis we did all of that as 'friends' and she turns her back on all of that” said Rainbow angirly nearly crying.

“Look I didn't know” I stated . “Sorry it's just it's still hard on us you know” said Rainbow tears ready to pour out of her magenta eyes .

At first I didn't know what to do then it hit me . In one motion at least something was kicking in dulling the pain . I grabbed the rainbow pegasus and hugged the stuffing out of her .

At that point she cried , I mean these five lost there very best friend to power and a tyrant ruler . Thankfully my knowledge on games should help at least somewhat  I thought as I kept hugging Rainbow . I was able to put my fingers under chin to get her to look at me .

“Look I may not understand that all five of you loosing your friend like that , thing is Luna brought me here to help her with this war , and I plan to , so if you ever wanna get something off your chest just talk to me . I'll listen” I said .

“Oh and I'm Adam , and yes before you all ask what I am , I'm a human” .

That was all the explanation they needed , but knowing Rainbow she had to pull that 'Are you a Spy' question from Season 1 . “tell me this , Adam , Are you a Spy?” asked Rainbow . This is it  .

“But of course” I said in a french accent. “Nah I fooled ya” I said with a grin . Rainbow looked like she wanted to hit me but started to giggle at what had just happened .

As for the other girls they were able to sniffle a giggle , same with Luna .  As for the room it's self , its your basic hospital room , ya know bed , and a boring bland room .

Talk about boring Oi. “Uh where are my clothes?” I asked . “Oh the doctors were able to wash them when you arrived here” said Luna . That makes sense.

“I see well once i'm a healed up , I think i'll take up the role as commander of the lunar navy , someone has to” I volunteered. “That's great ! , as for the rank , your promoted to Captain” added Luna . I couldn't help but smile at that me a captain .

However I later told her that I wanted to apply for the lunar space navy. Luna told me that it was acceptable but I would also have control over ocean navy that would soon be built. Once we find some land to get a couple of basses up and running .

One Week Later

Location : Moon City  Hospital

Adam's POV

I was soon discharged from the hospital with a friendly wave from Fluttershy .

Well after I was dressed in my own black jeans with a random black T shirt , both my black pocket knife and key ring clipped on my jeans as well , my wallet in my pocket .

But looking at the city from where I am currently , it was amazing , the oxygen was breathable and the gravity is similar so if I jumped then I would land back on the ground .

I soon decided to head over toward the Moon City Boutique figuring I would meet the rest of the crew and get fitted for my uniform thanks to Rarity .

“Ah glad you could make it , please step on the stool please” instructed Rarity . Doing as I was told she took several measurments with a measuring tape using … is that magic? Well give me a shotgun and call me master chief . “hold the TARDIS phone , you using magic to do something like that?” I asked .

“Why yes , I am a unicorn its like you never seen magic before” said Rarity while she worked . “Well uh don't think I have , I always thought that it was a locked away power source , just how is it that you ponies can tap into such a source of power?” I asked .

“Well I don't know , but I do know a unicorn that can answer such a question his name is Dusk Shine he has an assistant name Barbra” said Rarity .

I nodded making a mental note that I should visit him later . After measurements I was shooed out the door since she needed to 'focus' or 'get in the zone' as it were .

Can't really fault her for something like that . After hours of walking I found the Moon City Library and it looked to be modeled after the Ponyville Library in Equestria . I knocked on the door like any guy would . “It’s Open !” shouted a female voice .

I walked inside and saw a baby dragon no make that two baby dragons helping organize the library. I soon later saw a unicorn , while I wasn't much surprised I noticed that he had the same color mane and tail color and even cutie mark as Twilight Sparkle.

“Hello my name is Dusk Shine and these are my assistants Spike and Barbra” said Dusk Shine . “Nice to meet you , Names Adam” I said introducing myself .

“I suppose Rarity sent you here for a reason” said Dusk Shine . “yea question how is that unicorns can tap into this magic I know for humans it's a locked away power source” I stated .

Other than that , Dusk Shine seemed to enjoy what I was saying , both Barbra and Spike took a liking to me .

But I did see that fear in his eyes , fear that he would be either abandoned or disowned like he was .  I simply knew that this was going to be my life here on the moon , and quite oddly I didn't mind one bit .

Both me and Dusk Shine got to talking about what happened , not even he knew that his own cousin Twilight would betray her own friends like that , to easily say that there not friends really hurt them . It tour Rainbow in two , and made Pinkie cry her eyes out .

But to top that , she even disowned Spike , poor guy . Don't worry , we are going to end this war one way or another  I thought . I was later given a home here in Moon City . After my talk with Dusk Shine I headed for my own home .

It was a simple human home complete with a TV , computer and a few things that they have knowledge of . Well at least they got a few things right .

Other than that I liked it , I headed upstairs and saw a normal sized bed , taking off my shoes I got a fresh change of clothes and headed right for the shower .

During said shower , I thought over a few things like how things were going to turn out for me , like how I was going to help Rainbow in these trying times . Same with Pinkie pie heck with all five of these ponies Spike included .

How Could Twilight do that?! , to simply betray her friends like that for what ? Power ?! , that's madness I don't care what reason she has if I have to i'm going to get answers from somepony or somedragon who might know a bit more than I do at the moment . I could feel the anger flow through me like water . Or I could sleep on it and maybe try to get answers later on  I thought further .

I soon got changed into my night clothes and decided to just hit the hay sack . Of course someone had to do something to get me to come downstairs and open the door . It was Rainbow Dash , and it looked like she was crying again .

“Alright come on in” I said she quickly came in and , well what happened next was she flew right up stairs before I even had a chance to utter a few words .

By the time I came upstairs she , well wanted to do something , and NO it wasn't sex . She really needed someone and by the looks of it I was that someone . I got back under the covers and Rainbow threw her front hooves around me and snuggled as if she were alone .

This is odd , oh yea Twilight that …. bitch , well at least Rainbow feels , happy … somewhat . Poor mare she lost a friend that she was so loyal too , and right there , she was no longer friends with her five friends … Power it all clicks , she betrayed her friends for power and side with her teacher … whoever it maybe . Don't worry RD , I'm right here for you , I won't betray you … ever you can count on that ! And so we slept the rest of the night .

With Rainbow Blitz

What the stallion saw when his cousin flew out the door , something either spooked her triggered a really bad memory . “What in the hay happened?” asked Rainbow Blitz .

Back in Canterlot

Princess Celestia , was able to get a few scientists and what researchers that she was able to find in Equestria , she showed them the blueprints , and got right too it .

The first thing was starting research on a few weapons . Said weapons were the E 11 blaster rifles , but modified for pony use . The armor would take time to research and develop into a working prototype .

The hardest part would be finding a large enough open field for the ships to be worked on .

Hmmm , maybe I could find a planet for them to work on the ships … no that would take too long , so I guess I'll work with what I got thought Celestia . At the moment Twilight was reading a random book from the Royal Canterlot archives .

Luna you have no idea as to what is about to take place in this war … yes this war will begin in earnest , and you sister will fail in dethroning me , I will have eternal day ! Thought the white alicorn as she looked over Equestria . She saw various ponies going about there business doing what anypony would . That's right my subjects do whatever it is you all do .

Back on Moon City

Luna awoke and saw an entire fleet of ships ready and this time she had to scout out some places that were untouched by ponies , the lands beyond Equestria .

We should be able to establish a forward base there and operate striking from long distances and hitting Celestia from anywhere , beyond Equestria , but I should consider getting allies before mounting another attack , and I know just who , Chrysalis she was beaten by the elements of harmony true , however times have changed as they are no longer needed but I might be able to form an alliance with her , provided she doesn't turn traitor on us the moment Celestia is dethroned  thought Luna .

She kept pacing until she had an idea . Tomorrow morning ,she's going to negotiate an alliance with the changelings. She did a quick clean spell and decided to take a pelican to scout out some places beyond Equestria .

Places that haven't been touched by ponykind , since the founding of Equestria it's self .

Luna boarded the pelican , the door closed and off it took descending toward the earth , and flying over Manehatten , Balitmare , and Hoofington. Toward the border of Equestria it's self .

Most of the areas that she saw were ocpied with a few ponies but none beyond , she also found whole large land masses that were untouched . “Pilot” she called . “Set us down” .

Complying the pilot of the pelican , touched down with the door opened after it entered the atmosphere . She walked outside and looked around she saw the ocean and saw that it was the perfect the place to build a forward base .

She told the pilot to radio in for a team of construction ponies to get a base started . In a few hours more pelicans started to touch down on the coordinates that pilot of the first pelican transmitted .

Hours later , Princess Star Chaser came down in the of the pelicans and over saw the construction of the  first base , the first one built outside of Celestia's spy network . “Sister are you sure that this is going to work?” asked Star Chaser worriedly .

“OF course dear  sister we are the ones overseeing construction of this base , as it will serve more than just a normal base , it will serve as the work for the research of ground vehicles as well” said Luna proudly .

“Princess” said one of the construction ponies . “yes  what is it ?” asked Luna . “The base is coming along quite nicely , but are you really sure to this be a good idea , The Solar Empire might be syping on us” said one of the construction ponies .

“do not worry as we are outside of Equestria so we shouldn't fear anything of what the Solar Empire can do” said Luna comfortingly . “Alright seems fair to me , however though I should tell ya that the final phase is going to be taking awhile , as we already have most of the base built” he said .

Both princesses nodded at this and decided to see if they can check out any more good spots that is near water . Most of the spots were good and were close to water .

As they would serve a purpose for the ocean part of the lunar navy . Several more pelicans soon touched upon the water and the ponies started building more bases .

While construction was going on with the other bases both Luna and Starchaser had to consider that Moon City was getting crowded , so they had more locations scouted out all over the moon .

Most of the said locations were perfect for the construction of more cities . The construction ponies were sure being run around building things .

Later the ponies of Moon City migrated to the other cities as the population dropped considerably . And soon everything was leveled out , transportation was soon added in as the mono rail would serve as a means of transportation .

When the mane 5 and Spike weren't over seeing things during the war they were just hanging around as friends should .

However the scar of what happened in Canterlot prior to that really scared them.

Rarity couldn't believe that Twilight would turn her own back on her and the others like that . Heck neither could Fluttershy . As for Rainbow , well she's sticking with the human Adam .

Both Pinkie Pie and Applejack both knew that they could never forgive there purple friend for what she did that day , heck she did in front of an entire crowd of ponies and in front of Celestia no less ! .

Twi , yall are gonna pay for what ya did to all of us , Spike included . One thing that the mane 5 could all agree on was that Twilight Sparkle is going down one way or another .

Back with Luna and Star Chaser

on the trip back both Luna and Star Chaser decided that it was time to develop a better means of communications .

So both of them talked it over with Pinkie about developing a easier means and of course that meant the radio . “Okie Dokie Lokie” said Pinkie Pie happily .

She bounced off to tell her 'workers' that they needed to work on a radio . Luna walked out of the research and development building and back toward the castle . Both princesses knew that this war is going to be starting in earnest .

Chapter 4 the battle for Trottingham

On Moon City

Luna decided to kick off this war with attacking one of the cities on the Solar Empires side , Trottingham .

She assembled every single soldier that was armed with an assault rifle and a m60 magnum . Also the captains or generals were also there as well Rainbow Dash , Applejack and Adam .

“It's time everypony , it's time we start this war . This war will determine the entire fate of Equestria it's self . Our first target is going to be none other than Trottingham , as I will be overseeing the entire battle its self , Captain Rainbow Dash will instruct you flyboys on what to do from here” said Luna . Rainbow Dash walked up with a plan in mind .

“Listen up flyboys! , we are going to be going in hot , so be sure to handle any enemy fighters that come your way , the pelicans will be escorted to there  landing zones by our fighters outside of Trottingham , now most of you have had your training over at the Lunar military academy , you will be flying in attack pattern Delta so watch your six for any and all enemy fighters” Said Dash .

“Next up is Applejack as she will instruct the ground forces” said Star Chaser .

“Alright ya'll , here it is with Solar troops deploying in Trottingham it's self , we are going to be landing outside the town its self . Now we are going to do what the flyboys can't , we are going to give those solars a run for there bits we going to beat them with everything we have until we see there guts on the floor , we are going to rip there heads from there bodies and come home with smiles on our faces, AM AH RIGHT MARINES !” said Applejack . “MA'M YES MA'M!” “mmhm damn right Ah am” said Applejack proudly . Alright guess i'm up  .

Adam's POV

I walked alongside Applejack and figured that it was my turn .

“Alright here it is , the pelicans are going launch with both her marines and vehicles , then the fighters are next we are going to give those Solar Morons a run for there money , we have the most powerful weapons known to ponykind , basically we are to provide cover fire for the pelicans , and the fighters while focusing on any enemy ships as well .

All I want ya to know is that this war is going to bloody there will be ponies that are going to die in this so be watchful for that , also make sure that we also do what we can to provide support for both the air and ground” I said .

“The plan is this , as these human and ponies have said , we going to take Trottingham from them and begin our expansion , then our next target is going to be Ponyville and go from there” added Luna .

“That is correct , however I too am going to be overseeing this battle as well and directing our air and ground forces” said Star Chaser .

“FOR THE NEW LUNAR REPUBLIC OORAH!” I shouted . “FOR THE NEW LUNAR REPUBLIC , OORAH!” .

“Alright Move it out Double time everypony , to your stations” I added . I looked toward Applejack and noticed that she too wanted to get this over with . I saw Rarity who looked like the red or blue spy from Team Fortress Two .

We soon headed to our pelicans , once we boarded our transports Luna and Star Chaser teleported to mine and yea they were going to join me in this battle as I was heading toward my own ship it was frigit but it looked based on the ship The Forward Unto Dawn from Halo's 3 and 4.

“So this is my ship?” I asked . “That's is correct” said Star Chaser . I soon smiled at the name , yup it was known as 'NLR , Once more Unto the Breach' , now how cool of a name is that ? Yea very cool .

Once I got on-board the three of us were escorted to the bridge , but I saw some warthogs , mongooses along with , hornets and falcons. “Pardon me but when were these built?” I asked .

“They were built during the construction of the first three ships the crescent moon , the lunar horn , and the moonstruck and now we now have the Once more unto the breach added to our list of ships , the other ships will follow us like  NLR Are you Dead yet , NLR Hear my voice , NLR Lunar Heavens , NLR Lunar Destroyer , NLR Striker , and NLR Star Wrath.” Said Luna .

“Very impressive , well then I think it's time that we get underway” I added . And so all of the ships included mine casted off from the shipyards with everyone on board we started to descended into the heavens below .

Everything was looking good so far , and so far everyone was ready to go everything was ready from the fighters to the shadow bolts , to the tanks even the pelicans .

Time we show you Celestia that we aren’t to be messed with I thought as I sat in the captains chair . As we cleared the cloud line we stayed at a level altuide where we soon  launched the pelicans and fighters /shadow bolts .

So far so good .  What surprised me was several star destroyers emerging from somewhere . This shocked the crew so much that alarms were blaring everyone was scrambling to figure out just how in the world this happened . I knew what to do I had to contact Rainbow Dash and her fighter /shadow bolts .

“Rainbow Dash , we have a problem a Stardestroyer emerged somehow and … ah crap it's launching fighters … so it begins! , Rainbow have your fighters engage as for the shadow bolts have them be on the watch out for any solar Wonderbolts in the immediate area” I ordered .

With Rainbow Dash

“Copy that” replied Dash . “Alright , Lunars 1-10 engage enemy fighters , shadow bolts form up!” . Breaking formation several F 18 fighters and started to dog fight with the odd H shaped fighters however wonderbolts emerged from again that same ship .

“Snowflake you have full clearance to engage” ordered Dash . “Copy that captain” replied Snowflake . “Shadowbolts , on me lets mop the floor with these solar ponies” .

Following suit Apocalypse and Lilly , Firefly , Whizzer , Wind Whistler . Fire Blaze, and Sky wish's followed in a tight yet loose V formation , swords at there wings they broke off and started to dogfight with the Wonderbolts . As for Dash herself ? She engaged with the captain of the wonderbolts , Spitfire . Both ponies charged , and started to clash swords

“So I see that you turned traitor against the crown , Dash  what a shame ! Now your going to die for it … too bad you could never be a wonderbolt” taunted Spitfire . “I abandoned that dream long-ago , I lead my own ponies The Shadowbolts” said Dash as they fought .

Over on the Ground with Applejack

After the pelicans landed the orange earth pony looked up and saw RD locked in battle with her idol Spitfire .

Ah sure hope that she wins this thought Applejack . Once the marines deployed she knew what she had to do .

“Move those tanks and warthogs , keep the mongooses behind” ordered Applejack . Doing as they were told the tanks moved forward with the marines as well , they were armed with assult rifles and pistols .

And so the fighting on the ground began , Captain Shinning Armor knew what had to be done , “Everypony move forward and fire at will” ordered Shinning Armor .

Knowing what to do she had the marines out flank Captain Armors forces while the tanks take out his main force . Only this time he had called in bomber support .

Not good ! .Thinking fast she called in fighter support . Several pairs of longsword fighters were launched from the NLR Once more Unto the breach .

As the flew they had to weave through enemy and friendly fighters along with Shadow bolts and wonderbolts in order to begin there attack run . And they did just that , they fired there machine guns at the enemy bombers .

Both bombers exploded in a fireball and there twisted metal began to fall right through the houses while they were still on fire . Smirking Applejack planned the next phase of her plan .

“Ah'right bring out the warthogs ,lets show our solar friend what we can really do” said Applejack . Emerging from the side streets and started to charge while the gunners opened fire with the mini guns , scared the solar ponies returned fire with there blasters but it was no good they kept firing taking out as many as they could .

The Solar soldiers ran and tried to find cover where ever they could weather it be behind a food stall of behind a wall .

AJ had them pinned , now the final part of the plan came into play. “now bring out the mongooses , have them take out the tanks with ponies using rocket launchers” .

With a revving of the engines the ponies driving the mongooses took off hard and fast weaving through the soldiers and tanks they started to open fire on Shining armors group .

This is Captain Armor me and my battalion are pinned down at central Trottingham , repeat we are pinned down and need assistance, send reinforcements to my location NOW!. Shinning Armor grabbed his E11 blaster rifle and fired at the first marine and held out as long as he could .

SE Burning Rage

Admiral Twilight Sparkle heard her brothers plea for reinforcements and she knew what to do . “Send several transports of soldiers to my brothers location ! , while I handle these lunar vessels” ordered Twilight . I'm more than just a bookworm, you might have me outclassed but you have no idea as to what i'm capable of human , yes I know what you are , you are going to die as will my former 'friends' they mean nothing to me ! Thought Twilight evilly .

This is war ! , she has studied any and all strategies from the past and she had to win this battle one way or another . Sorry human but your gonna die at my hooves !.

Hours Earlier In Trottingham

When the stallions and mares saw that the unknown transports were heading for there town , they all bailed for the nearest shelter or bailed for the train . Most of the ponies boarded the train in a panic leaving there belongings behind them .

Most of the trains were able to get the panicked ponies of Trottingham toward the capital of Canterlot . When one of the mares told the guard as to what they saw , quickly they were rushed toward Canterlot Castle .

In Canterlot

“Princess!” shouted one of the guards as they entered the throne room. “yes guard what is it?” asked Celestia irritably . “your highness , one of the mares from Trottingham has something to tell you” said the guard .

“Very well , speak up I don't have all day” said Celestia .

“Well , we saw several unknown flying machines heading toward us also backed up are fighters and they came out of these huge ships that were hovering in the air as they deployed there unknown flying machines complete with weird artillery and troops with weird looking weapons , that's all I remember I swear!” she said cowering .

The white alicorn thought this over , and battle would be inevitable soon , and with war already starting it was time to show off her new ships along with her new weapons and fighters .

Luna you have made a grave mistake declaring war on me !  . “Very well , I'll deploy troops to Trottingham , I know just the mare for handling the new ships' said Celestia .

“Oh and who might that be?” inquired the mare . “My star pupil , Twilight Sparkle , she's one of the best mares in magic and can even out beat some of the best ponies in chess , if what you said is true , then my troops will defend Trottingham , they will crush any resistance by any means necessary” said Celestia .

She sent one of her guards to go get the purple alicorn princess from Ponyville , hours later she arrived with a confused expression .

“You summoned me Celestia” said Twilight . “Apparently Luna my 'sister' , is on her way to take Trottingham I want you to be there waiting for her and ambush her , and as for the ground troops I will have Shinning Armor lead them , Spitfire is to lead the Wonderbolts , you are to take command of the Solar Navy  , as of this very moment you are given the rank of Captain” said Celestia . “Thank you princess I won't let you down” said Twilight with determination .

So Luna makes mistake attacking Trottingham , I'll put down her forces like there nothing  thought Twilight .

“I should warn you , they are heavily armed and better trained in numbers so watch yourself” warned Celestia .

“Don't worry princess , I know what to do” said Twilight.

As she was escorted out of the castle and toward an open field where she saw a huge wedge shaped vessel with the name , SE Burning Rage in bold letters .

Smirking she teleported herself toward the bridge of the ship as the command crew was ready for lift off .

What she didn't know is that the New Lunar Republic had someone who was smarter and to take her on and take her down one way or another .

This is it , time to see if this 'ship' can lift off the ground  . Taking the command chair she started bark orders .

“bring all engines and weapons online” , “Rodger , bringing all engines and weapons online” , “ Now then take us up nice and slow” ordered Twilight . With a slight rattle the ship slowly rose into the air . Once the ship was high enough in the air she had the ship cloaked and off it took .

Meanwhile Shinning armor was on board getting strapped up for his battle with the NLR as he had some idea of who on the NLR side , he knew one or nearly all of the elements of harmony have joined the NLR including Rainbow Dash and Applejack .

Meanwhile as the ship was cloaked Shinning armor had to shake any 'happy' thoughts of when he met Twilight’s friends , they are nothing but traitors to the crown ! And will be cut down one way or another! .

As for the armor that was issued to replace the normal royal guard armor , Storm trooper armor but with a log of the Solar Empire on it to show who they were . “Captain Sparkle to Captain Armor” rang out Twilight's voice .

“Armor here”  “Report to the briefing room on the double” said Twilight sternly . “On my way , over and out” . With the final strapping’s of his armor on he knew what to do . He grabbed his E 11 blaster rifle and pistol and walked out of the armor changing room .

He soon made it where Spitfire was wearing a white jumpsuit it had the same logo on her jump suit as it does on his armor . “Alright listen up everypony” said Twilight getting there attention .

“we are facing an enemy from with in Equestria , the New Lunar Republic , to get my brother up to speed . One day yesterday , Princess Celestia was going to make a speech , but before she could even finish it Princess Luna grabbed the mic and said something , while I was there yes she did say 'JOIN ME AND I CAN OFFER YOU ALL A PLACE WHERE YOU WILL FEEL MORE SAFE AND AWAY FROM HERE AND NOT BEING SPIED ON , EVERYPONY RAISE THY HOOVES'

now then as you already know , the NLR is heavily armed with ships of unknown class , weapons are also unknown , same with there transports what we have to do is defend the town from lunar forces  other that Spitfire is going to lead our earth pony pilots in there fighter jets and I will lead the TIE fighter pilots in space .

If it comes down to it and they do take Trottingham , we are to reinforce other cities in Equestria then attack Cloudsdale and Ponyville” said Twilight .

“Uh Twily don't you live in Ponyville , so attacking a place where you live would seem like a bad idea” pointed out Shining Armor confused .

“That maybe true , but the reason why is that I plan to draw them in and let them think they have control over Ponyville but that's going to be a distraction the real attack is Cloudsdale” added Twilight . “what about there vehicles?” asked Spitfire .

“Again we don't know a thing about them or what they can do” pointed out Twilight . “Now if there are no more questions this meeting is adjourned”

Current Moment in the Battle For Trottingham

Both ships starred each other down until one of the captains made a move on the other .

Adam's POV

I knew I couldn't risk using the MAC here on the planet or I would either take out my own fighters or worse .

Making the right deceision this would be my first real space battle as the fleet was waiting for me to link up with them . “Helm take us up , inform our longswords to return and rejoin us with the fleet in space” I ordered .

With a slight jerk and a shake , my ship rose upward as we soon blasted at full burn toward space . I was soon contacted by Luna and Starchaser from there ships .

“What are you doing?” asked Luna confused . “if there is to be a space battle , then it has to happen in space , i'll handle my part you two just focus on the air and ground battle” I said .

“Fair enough” they said as there images flickered off . “Sir we have reached the stars” said Posey . Now was the time to figure out what we are up against . “Alright what do we have on that unknown vessel?” I asked getting right to business .

“it's a wedge shaped vessel of some kind and for it's weapons it's armed with , laser cannons and missiles as we hardly know much on the ship it's self , but we do know it's name , SE Burning Rage” said Raindrops .

“Makes sense , helm bring all weapons online target that Stardestoryer , it's more than likely it a mark I and not a mark II” I said .

Alarms were blaring again and this time we were battle ready , apparently more and more ships of the same type started to uncloak , this sure made me raise an eyebrow at that in surprise .

How in the world did they research cloaking technology? I thought as more and more Solar ships uncloaked right in front of us .

What ins the world , I hope that battle plays out in my favor or something . “ Recall all of our longswords , I think it's time we show this moron of a pony how we do things” I said .

“Aye sir message sent , uh sir I'm picking several small objects heading through the atmosphere toward space and joining with the main fleet sir” said Bonbon .

“Oh not good , alright , have our own fleet go battle stations” I ordered . And not a few moments later that happened . I saw rows and rows of fighters appear from each ship joining us .

Perfect we have a chance . Looking at a display screen they were the 'H' shaped fighters from before , luckily I had a few plans of my own . “Open fire on the SE Burning Rage” .

The NLR Once more Unto the breach opened fire with it's 6 50mm defense turrets all streaking toward the stardestroyer . Little did I know that I had initiated a space battle that might swing in the enemy's favor .

“Ready all archer missile pods” , “Aye sir all missile pods are ready to fire at your command” . All the missiles were nearly out of there pods and only I had to give the command .

“target there weapons” I said . “Aye sir weapons targeting weapons” “Sir the ship is hailing us” said Lyra . “Put her through” I said knowing that my mistake would only prolong the war .

Captain Sparkle : This is Captain Sparkle of the SE Burning Rage , who are you ?

Captain Seville : I am Captain Adam Seville of the NLR Once more Unto the Breach , and You are a traitor of the crown and will fall before the might of the New Lunar Republic!

Captain Sparkle : Fine then human , you are going to regret that , prepare to die !

The image of Twilight cut out and while I was shaken a bit to see one of my favorite ponies side with Celestia . It didn't matter she was an enemy and I had to defeat her one way or another .

“How long til lour own Longswords and Sabers arrive from the planet?” I asked . “not long sir ETA , 3 minutes sir all we have to do is hold out” .

“Alright here we go , begin evasive maneuvers Charlie Delta” I ordered . I later gave the order to the fleet to engage the enemy . Sure enough it was a battle of TIE Fighter vs Longswords and Sabers . I can hope that we wrap this battle up as best I can .

SE Burning Rage (Flagship)

Twilight's POV

I soon got a good look after the image of that human faded from my holographic view .

I knew that they had the advantage in fighters but we have better technology . Time to see if this person can outlast me , not like anypony else can . What I saw shocked me , this guy is out flanking my fleet … no matter I have a plan for that . “target those fighters and blow them into space dust” I ordered .

The SE Burning Rage opened fire with several turbolaser batteries targeting several longswords some got struck and blew up in fireball.

Other pilots were able to maneuver out of the way but were able to land some strikes . What I had to do was also focus on there main ship  .

Little did I know that something was streaking towards us , another ship ? , support from nearby ? . “Captain , incoming missiles” shouted Quick Fix . “target them and bring them down !” I shouted .

It was no luck most of the missiles struck the front of the ship as I felt it shaking hard from the missile impact . But that's when I felt several of the other missiles strike the front of my own ship . The ship shook violently throwing me off my command chair and hard onto the floor .

Quickly I scrambled back into my command chair and looked in shock , he hit me with that much power ! .

Fine then , your going to regret that big time “Return fire , target his missile pods ALL of them” I ordered .

Imminently I was later told that it was done and all turbolaser batteries were now focused on the lead NLR ship . “Good then , by all means …. fire!” I said calmly . The Stardestroyer opened fire with it's heavy turbolaser turrets firing green laserbolts streaking towards the NLR Once More Unto The Breach.

Adam's POV NLR Once More Unto The Breach

My ship was being assaulted with … lasers ? How odd but I did feel as if the ship was being torn apart from this assault .

“Star the charge on the MAC” I ordered . With the fleet engaged with the other ships were on our own.

“Push the generators to there maximum on the weapons I plan to fight through this one way or another” . “yes sir ,sir I don't know how long that the generators can hold under this pressure” said Bolt tightener .

“Do what you can to compensate , we have to defeat this fleet then return to the planet to get the troops” I said over the radio .

“Copy that I'll be sure to monitor the generators” said bolt tightener . “Very well , Bridge out” I said ending the conversation .

And here we go . Quickly switching tactics , I had more and more missiles assault the stardestroyer along with more gun fire from our 50mm point gun defense turrets . As I had to push the engines as hard as I could .

There was no way I was going to loose to a pony much less a princess who betrayed her friends and told them that they were no longer friends , and disowning Spike like that . No way in Hell! . “Status on the MAC?” I asked .

“80% charged sir” replied Quick Fix . “Alright she's going to regret to have never met me” I grinned . So far this battle was kind of swinging in my favor minus the losses our fleet was taking but we were holding our own for a while .

If it weren’t for our MAC's then we wouldn't have much of a chance at all. As the stardestroyer was assaulted with gun fire form our point gun defense turrets .

My ship fired more missiles to assault it and it was beginning to light up like a tree on christmas . Smirking all of that energy was being directed towards the MAC or in this case Magnetic Accelerator Cannon.

As all that extra energy from the overpowered generator would give the weapon more power . I don't know , all I know is that if this weakens it's hull it would be easier to broadside it .

However I did notice that my ship was still being assaulted with an entire volley of turbolasers as reports on hull breach's on several decks .

“Seal off those breeches and continue to fire” I said calmly . “Aye sir” replied Quick fix . Meanwhile much to my surprise I saw some kind of boarding craft heading toward our ship , I had a plan for this .

SE Burning Rage

Twilight's POV

Enough was enough !, while yes my ship was getting pounded from all that gun and missile fire it was time to board and take over that ship one way or another .

“Launch boarding craft , NOW!” I ordered. Quickly any and all soldiers were assembled in the main hanger bay and boarding craft took off from our hanger bay and were heading toward the NLR Once More Unto the Breach .

I wanted that ship captured and there crew taken prisoner. This is going to be fun , taking an enemy captain prisoner.   While I sat on the bridge all I could see was my ship being pelted with gun fire and missile fire as well. We should be able to outlast them for a while , if not this entire battle  I thought .

NLR Once More Unto The Breach

Adam's POV

“Sir we have intruders in the main hanger bay” shouted my security officer . “Send in the left over marines and whatever we can scrounge up” I said .

I headed toward my weapons of choice . The first was my MA5B assault rifle with a switch on it for either a 60 or 32 clip size . Personally desisinged by Pinkie Pie .

I then chose my side arm as well . My M6D magnum pistol , checking the clip it was loaded . Perfect I thought . I made sure to strap on my MA5B assault rifle on my back and my pistol to my side .

There was no way that I was going to loose to a pony not here not now. I soon walked out of my ready room ready . “Status on the MAC?” I asked . “100% charged and ready to fire on your command sir” said Quick fix .

“fire” I said simply . I strapped on my helmet that I had with me , and I walked off the bridge and into the surrounding decks . “Sargent!” I shouted  getting his attention . “yes?” . As I knew what to do .

“Deploy teams toward the hanger bay and hold them while I set up teams to hold them off I am NOT abandoning this vessel” I said . “yes sir” he said .

He signaled several men to follow him toward the hanger bay . I soon started setting up teams on every single deck and access points to engage them from every single direction .

That should hold them for awhile  I thought as I upholstered my assault rifle and , as the clip was set to 60 . Every single marine was ready for this fight .

At least the ones that weren't scared or ready to break ranks . I soon joined the first team at the door from the hanger bay toward the main deck .

“Alright boys lets give them hell!” I shouted . Several solar guards came through an entire hailstorm of blasterbolts came through the doors . “TAKE COVER!” I shouted .

Quickly I knew what had to be done . “ Return Fire , blast these solar morons back to CANTERLOT!” .

Our own hailstorm of bullets quickly took down several solar guards , as we didn't know who was leading this charge . During this fire fight I got  key up on my radio . “Captain , we have a problem” said Lyra urgently .

“Yea I know were being boarded , were holding them off until we can get reinforcements or something” I said while firing .

It was obvious , there was no way that we are being boarded but it is my duty as captain to defend this ship with my life .

“Contact Princess Luna , see if she can get some reinforcements to our ship , we could use them as of now , we have to push them back ! There is no way in hell that I'm letting some stupid pony take this ship , I'd sooner destroy it” I said angrily .

“Copy that , bridge out” said Lyra . Our team kept firing until I felt a tap on my shoulder . “Go ahead”  I said .

“We've been cut off from the armory , somehow the enemy outflanked us there and set up a defensive position there” said one soldier .

I thought this over until I had an idea . “Alright tell the others to hold this position it's time to take the armory” I said .

Me and a small platoon of soldiers got to the corner to where the armory was . Scratching my head I saw several sandbags set up with several guards with E 11 blaster rifles and pistols guarding the entrance to the armory .

“Ready your weapons , were taking back the armory” I said .

They all nodded , this wasn't going to be easy . I checked the counter on my rifle and it was down to 0 . I quickly got out another clip and reloaded as the counter jumped all the way to 60 again .

“Alright boys , lets do this” . Again they had there battle rifles , assault rifles , and pistols ready . Smirking I lead the charge . Quickly the solar guards opened fire .

That's when we jumped over them and took cover inside the armory and threw several frag grenades to blow them to bits . And it worked ! Yea it was a bloody mess but we took back the armory with no causalities . “Seville to Major Bullet striker”

“Bullet Striker here” said Bullet Striker . “we got the armory secured , I need you to start pushing back the solar forces into the hanger” I said . “I'm on it” . I turned toward my small team and told them to rejoin the others in the main hallway .

I grabbed more assault rifle clips and headed out figuring that this was it . When I got back we were barely holding our own against superior tech .

I quickly started to open fire , taking out as many solar soldiers as I could . “Come on push these morons back” I called . As much they rallied around me and we got up from our entrenched positions . And quickly we started to push them back toward the hanger .

Most of the others either grabbed a battle rifle or a rocket launcher . Good idea  I thought . Slowly they started to fall back toward the hanger . Yea superior tech doesn't make you better than us . We pushed them back with an entire hail storm after hail storm of bullets .

“Fall back , FALL BACK toward the hanger !” shouted the enemy commander . His troops started to fall back while still providing cover . Only I had an idea of my own , take as many out !.

Most of my men were either dead or injured . I gathered up what men I could and we pushed as hard as we could . Slowly and surely we pushed them into the hanger .

Most of the rocket troops opened fire with an entire hail storm of rockets along with an entire hail storm of bullets . Lets see ya stop that !.

And yea most of the  Solar either guards were blown to bits by a rocket .

Or riddled by bullets , our bullets tore right through there armor like it was paper . Seems like they didn't upgrade there armor and are barely putting up a fight .

“Captain , it's no good we can't push through ! Request we pull out !” said the commander of the solar boarding forces .

“Do it we will make our final stand on the planet below” ordered Captain Sparkle sternly . “Copy that , troops fall back to your drop ships we have been ordered to head toward the city of Trottingham below , and make our final stand there” he shouted .

Nearly all of the surviving soldiers got into there transports doors shut and off they flew out of our hanger and headed toward the planet .

Quickly I told them to start patrols around the entire ship .

I then made my way back to the bridge and took my seat I was informed that the ship was too heavily damaged to re enter the atmosphere and the generators were going to overheat and meltdown . “reduce power to normal levels” I ordered .

The enemy stardestroyer was heavily damaged and most of my fleet was gone if not worse in shambles and we were the only ship alive , however most of there fleet was badly damaged or destroyed .

“Alright , I'll head down in a pelican are there any that were damaged in the battle with the solar fleet?” I asked . “about half sir , only a few are functioning at the moment” informed Bon bon .

“Sounds fine by me anyway I'm heading down the hanger just keep this ship in working order” I said leaving the bridge .

I made my way hours later toward the hanger where I boarded a pelican . The pelican took off doors closed and shot it's way toward the planet below I think it's called Equss or Equiss something doesn't matter .

We soon past through the atmosphere and made it toward the town of Trottingham . Grabbing my weapons I made my way through toward the central command post of Captain Applejack's forces .

“Report” I said . The orange mare saluted me and informed me that things weren't looking so good as they were before .

“Alright here it is , I'm going to have more reinforcements assist  you as well as additional air support” I stated . “Thank you captain Seville , we could really use it” said Applejack happily . “no problem” I added .

I called in additional reinforcements and air support to wipe them out . A few minutes , the rest of the fleet sent what they could .

Both princess Luna and Princess Star Chaser later arrived to do what I call a mop up . And yea we sent the last of the solar troops running , Shinning Armor included .

I don't know what happened to Captain Twilight Sparkle , either her ship cloaked or she took a transport down toward Trottingham or she teleported out of said ship and joined her brother and made a run for it .

Later that Night

Location : Trottingham

Everyone settled down Captain Rainbow Dash was laughing with the flyboys , Applejack was having a good time with her troops getting to know them most of the crew from the NLR Once More Unto the Breach later joined the celebration after having there ship in the repair yard .

As for Adam he looked out the window and just sighed that he never had a girlfriend since his arrival here and just simply had to think and plan for the next battle .

That's when some new fighters came to his mind along with creating several new ships for open ocean battles . Most of the flyboys from the air force had seen some of there best friends since training blown out of the sky .

Some of the soldiers from AJ's group had seen there best friend gunned down badly with there entire body riddled with red baster holes . The young man shook his head wondering what in the world he had got himself into .

A young mare by the name of Quick fix from his crew walked up to him and decided to join him . “Nice night isn't it” she said striking up a conversation .

“yea I guess so , I actually respect the night the work that Princess Luna and Princess Star Chaser put into crafting something like this” said Adam . “I know but about that battle , you did all you could to protect this ship” said Quick fix .

“True but I lost a lot marines to defend that hallway , not like I was going to let them capture the ship anyway” he added .

“well lets hope tomorrow swings in our favor” added Quick Fix with a smile . “Yea lets hope so” muttered the young captain .

As for Fluttershy , she was swamped with patients in the doors moaning from the pain from being blasted .

Poor mare was barely able to get any sleep since she had her make shift hospital set up . Meanwhile both Luna and Star chaser were working on attack strategy to use when they attack Ponyville tomorrow .

“Sister , we could setup a makeshift tent for Fluttershy while we deploy our ground forces via pelican' said Star Chaser .

“that is true however we would be deploying right at the entrance of the Ever Free Forest” stated Luna .

“You know what sister , we need to get some sleep tomorrow we strike hard , there are most likely going to be solar guards there in the city” said Star Chaser . “No sister , YOU need to get some sleep I'll handle my duties as princess” said Luna calmly . Sighing the younger sister of Luna headed upstairs for the night and figured that maybe sleeping on it would be a good idea . While Celestia lowered the sun and Luna raised the moon she did have her own duties to do .

Canterlot, Equestria

In a bright flash of light appeared the young purple alicorn Twilight Sparkle who's mane was messed up badly . “Twilight ?” asked Celestia . “What happened?” .

“I have bad news Princess , they overwhelmed my forces and those of my brother with firepower that none of us have seen before , our blasters couldn't take them down , neither could the royal guard nor the wonderbolts , I'm sorry Princess but I failed you to defend Trottingham' said Twilight sadly .

“You did all you could , all you can do now is wait for a better opportunity , we will show them our might' said Celestia softly . I see you Luna that are that serious in taking me down ! Fine then I won't go down THAT easily , you may have won Trottingham but I assure you 'sister' that we will defeat you one way or another ! . the white alicorn walked back and forth until she had an idea of her own . Looking toward the moon and the stars themselves this was her idea .

All I would have to do is find some sort of breathable planet set up several shipyards and a central base and begin to build up my own solar fleet , but that would mean that I'll have to force to develop some sort of space armor that is enchanted then build my fleet and research more weapons armor , and even vehicles .

The young princess soon left her teachers side and soon walked toward her own room to think up a new way to crush that human and find his weaknesses.

HOW! How did he beat me in that battle , my troops should have easily overpowered his , that's right they didn't have a leader , well no matter I plan to get one … but where perhaps somepony not in Ponyville but somewhere in Hoofington … well that could work but we will need a new Royalguard a Royal guard that can fight back and push forward … yes it could be Flash Sentry … perfect .

Those lunar forces won't have a chance … but wait a minute maybe I could search through the academy of the Royal guard and see if anypony there could lead our forces in space .  Thought Twilight .

She would have to wait for tomorrow and start to really build up the Royal guard get ponies who can put up a real fight .

“This will  take time!” muttered Twilight as she paced back and forth working a plan to help the royal guard . “Oh you are going down , Seville one way or another!” said Twilight with a evil grin .

Chapter 5 Chrysalis and the Griffin Kingdom

a/n: thanks to the review of Snowflake the Pegasus here's chapter 5 of My Little Pony : The New Lunar Republic

Trottingham , Equestria

The next day , everypony woke up and were doing there normal patrols . However Applejack had requested to spend time with her family same with Rainbow dash .

As for Adam he soon found Luna walking through the streets of Trottingham , thinking . “Hey mind if I join you?” asked Adam as he caught up to princess Luna.

“Sure that would be nice , to have somepony to talk to” said Luna calmly . “Listen in this war , we need allies ,trust me” said Adam .

“Well there was one certain changeling that did attack Canterlot on Cadence and Shinning Armor's wedding day” said Luna thinking back to that day . “well , who is it ?” asked Adam curiously .

“Her name is Chrysalis , and it's more than likely that Celestia would wipe them out , same with the Griffin kindom” said Luna .

“That would make sense , with Celestia being in power of her own Empire , wipe out your enemies before they get a chance to strike at you” said Adam . “That would be right , and we could use her help” added Luna . “I'll do it , besides if she see's any of the elements of harmony she'll flip out” said Adam pointing out what would happen .

“Very well this task is yours , should you accept” said Luna seriously . “You know I will” said Adam just as seriously .

“Very well , then choose one pony from one faction” added Luna . “How about Darklight , he tends to work on the ground forces with Applejack” said Adam .

“Very well I'll go get him , wait here” said Luna . She walked off and Adam simply found a bench and just went over what happened during that battle .

Odd , why did that boarding party pull out and make a stand here? He thought . Hours later a male Alicorn emerged he looked to be in his 20's at least .

“I'm Corporal Darklight , a pleasure to meet you at last” said Darklight . “Yea so how did things go down hereon the ground?” asked Adam . “Okay , Captain Applejack sure knows her stuff , when it comes to things like this” said Darklight .

“True , now then we are to seek out Chrysalis and see if she would join the New Lunar Republic” said Adam . “Alright but how are we going to get there?” asked Darklight confused . “Luna do you know where she is as of now?” asked Adam .

“I do not know , but I did hear a rumor that she is in the badlands somewhere” said Luna . That would be a good place to start  . “Sounds good to me , we'll take a pelican and begin searching there” said Darklight . “I'm afraid I can't recommend that , flying in the air would be a bad idea and would give away our position to the Solar Empire” said Luna sternly .

“Alright what do you recommend then?” asked Adam getting impatiant . “you will go by land as they won't be able to follow you that way” said Luna . “sounds fair to me , alright just what vehicle are we taking?” asked Darklight .

“well you two will be taking a warthog , but I also recommend that you two leave through the back way” said Major Bullet Striker .

“okay sir , sounds good” said Darklight . Both Adam and Darklight soon arrived on the other side of town and there warthog was ready , mini gun prepped for removal if necessary .

Hopping in it felt like the warthog from Halo : Combat Evolved . As it was only a two person mission . The rest stayed behind to keep an eye on the town . As Adam drove off they knew what had to be done , Forge an alliance with the Changelings and keep an eye on them should they turn traitor to the NLR !.

Adam's POV

while I was driving , Luna almost forgot to tell us in what direction we were supposed to be heading in. that's when she could have told me before we left. “This is Princess Luna do you read” said Luna . “Rodger that I read you loud and clear” I said .

“I forgot to tell you that  you should be heading due west , there you will find a path” said Luna . “Alright thanks , over and out” I said . And yea we were heading north .

I pulled a hard right and made us go Due west , according to what little directions we got from Luna we are heading on the right path so far .

I soon flipped a switch bringing down the doors that were folded up and our seatbelts clicked into place as well . How convenient I thought while driving  .Another day goes by and we finally made into the badlands .

Well rested we found the path that Luna told us about , taking the path into the badlands I took no chances . I scanned the area with my eyeballs just to be extra safe . “Alright area looks safe , now to find where Chrysalis is” I said .

Later a changeling showed up , I guess she was hiding behind a rock . “Why are the two of you out here?” she asked curiously .

“We are here to forge an alliance with your Queen” I said simply . Taking the chance she climbed aboard the warthog and sat her self in the back near the minigun . She told us to stay on the path until we reached a cave .

Hours later we made it , she carefully lead us inside where it was more than just a simple cave , it was an entire network or Hive from Stargate Atlantis . Darklight was in shock I simply raised an eyebrow at that .

The next thing I saw was Chrysalis herself flying toward our postion , I did the next thing that I could I bowed before her . “Rise , now then too business , you two wish to form an alliance with me ? Why?” asked Chrysalis .

“That's an easy one ,  I fear that you and your entire species might be exterminated due to Celestia being in power” I stated.

Chrysalis mused over this and figured that it would make sense . “While you do make sense about this , my hive and many others have been building our own forces , just in case something like this happens” said Chrysalis proudly .

“That's good then join us and you can have a shot at taking her down and ending her tyranny” I offered holding out my hand. Without a second thought she took it and we shook .

“Alright I'll report in to Princess Luna” I said firing up my radio” . “Princess Luna this is Adam Seville , do you read over” I said .

“Copy that , mission status?” asked Luna . “Mission complete , repeat mission complete we have an ally” I said proudly . “Excellent job , return to Trottingham  , some of our forces plan to depart soon, and we want you there to come back with us to the moon” said Luna . “Rodger that , over and out” .

“Well Chrysalis , We will see you in the next battle , and to see what your forces can do” I said . “don't you worry we have some of your own WWII fighter craft and tanks” said Chrysalis .

“That could work , anyway I'm sure that we can help you build up your own navy both on the water and in space” I said . “That is a good idea” added the Changeling queen . And with that both me and Darklight took our leave .

We got back in our warthog and drove back onto the path and off due East toward Trottingham at top speed .

With in a few hours we made it , getting out I was able to board the pelican , Princess Star Chaser asked about our mission and I told her we had an ally , the changelings . With a raised eyebrow she looked towards Luna for answers . And of course being the sister that she is told her what I was tasked to do .

The back door soon closed as we headed up through the atmosphere .

Of course several more pelicans few down and started to set up a defense with mini guns , an energy shield , and a small vehicle parking lot . Convenient . I thought as we soon made it back into space .

We soon landed back on the moon where Fluttershy was soon awoken by Butterscotch who lead her to her home on the moon . Well i'll be .

We soon disbanded as I headed for home where I took off my gear and just decided to relax but yea that's right when Rainbow Dash knocked at my door . “Alright come on in , not like I have much else to do” I said .

I let her in and right off the get go simply wants to cuddle with … me ? Of course I didn't mind with her . We simply cuddled on the couch that was after she closed the door behind her .

Yea I really like her , not much else to say I thought as I wrapped an arm around her pulling her close to me . We normally just watched TV or even played some Xbox games that I had stashed for a while .

Canterlot , Equestria , Equiss

The Purple Alicorn soon found herself searching through nearly half ,  of the Royal guard academy's records .

Until she came across one pony that would be perfect for her replacement commander . His name was or is Shield Basher quite skilled in all forms of combat , and wouldn't take another life in a heart beat .

Hmm this one shows some promise , he's skilled in all kinds of marshal arts including some hoof to hoof also skilled with various weapons including swords … perfect but i'll train him in how to use fire arms more or less in how to use blasters as well , but I will need somepony that can make a couple of guns for us , we also need ponies skilled in making tanks , and astronaut suits as well  thought Twilight .

She also came across a few more ponies that also trained said names were  Gun maker , sharp shooter , Noble charge , Iron Clad , Sword maker , and Spear thrower .

“these ponies are perfect , and they will do quite nicely for replacement ponies in the Royal guard” said Twilight happily .

She soon put everything back and made up a list with these ponies in hopes her teacher would be able to better organize the guard into a fighting force to be reckoned with.

After the list was compiled she took it with her to show her teacher . It wasn't long till she found Celestia going over a few plans for some tanks to be built .

“Celestia I think I have something I want to show you” said Twilight placing the list in front of Celestia . She looked it over very carefully with a fine tooth comb and nodded in approval that this may work .

“Twilight you've done it again , now we can better orgianzie the guard and even put in a rank system for both the army and the air force” said Celestia .

Hours later she did just that , she called in Captain Shinning Armor and told him to round up those ponies and have them act as either Lieutenant , Corporal , Sargent , Sargent Major , Colonial , or Second Lieutenant .

Agreeing Shinning Armor headed out of the room and rounded up said ponies , minutes later they were assigned ranks . Now they had to do the same for there airforce . And that would take a while longer .

Back on Moon City

Adam and Rainbow were soon fast asleep of course he turned off the TV and simply went right to sleep with Rainbow Dash at his side .

Neither one had bad dreams due to both Luna and Starchaser helping them . Meanwhile Dusk Shine was working over time for a new weapon that could be deployed , once again the alicorn worked himself until he was nearly falling asleep .

That is until both Barbra and Spike both told him to get some rest .

Agreeing he headed up the stairs and closed the door to his own bedroom and hit the bed face first into the pillow going out like a light . Rainbow Blitz however was working on a new idea for a new squadron of fighter pilots , Nightmare Squadron . This is perfect ! He thought .

He quickly took the list of fighter pilots for approval by both princesses , Princess Luna and Princess Star Chaser .

They both agreed on the list of fighter pilots for Nightmare Squadron and had Rainbow Blitz take command of said Squadron .

Of course it would take a few days for the new recruits to arrive and be trained . However his rank was a two star general , Major General Rainbow Blitz .

This was something Rainbow Dash was proud to hear .When he got back and had his idea for nightmare Squadron approved all that was left was to get the new recruits  .

As for the kind of fighter jet that Nightmare Squadron will be using , it was an experimental F16S . And it was decorated in the colors of Nightmare Moon . “This is great !, thank you both” said Rainbow Blitz happily .

“However with this new fighter we will have to have it shipped to a secret  airfield beyond the borders of Equestria and have it tested there” stated Luna . Her sister nodding in agreement .

“however , You Rainbow Blitz are going to be commanding Nightmare Squadron , you are to train them , and train them hard , harder than anypony has ever trained before . As this squad will be doing more of the dangerous missions than any normal fighter squadron in the New Lunar Republic” said Star Chaser sternly .

“Alright I'm in ! , when do I ship out?” asked Rainbow Blitz curiously . “Tomorrow , we have to move the plane along with any and all engine and weapons test data” stated Luna .

What they didn't know was that Celestia was watching them , from a random mountain . Meanwhile both Adam and rainbow dash were still asleep smiles on there faces both Applejack and Applebrandy were still talking on what to do

“Now Applebrandy” said Applejack . “Ah want ya to keep an eye on the farm during the war , somepony has to run it , ah know that Applebuck and Applebloom will be helping with the chores , same with Big Mac and Macerina as well . Ah just wanna make sure that nothing goes wrong here on the farm” said Applejack further .

“Ya know AJ , both Big Mac and Macerena can look after both Applebuck and Applebloom , makin sure that the both of them do there chores while you and me handle the fighting out on the front lines” stated Applebrandy .

The country mare thought it over for a while.But knew in the end that both of them can handle the farm with out them .

“Ah guess your right , ah'rght , now we just need you to lead the Lunar Republic Marines for our military to be complete” said Applejack .

“Hey AJ , ya'll know that Ah'll do it” stated Applebrandy . “Ah'right then , Ah'll go inform Princess Luna” said Applejack trotting off toward the castle .

After telling Princess Luna that Applebrandy wanted to lead the Marines she happily agreed and assigned him a rank of Lieutenant Colonel . And off they went to go see the marines that he would be leading .

“So this here is a bunch of lunar guards that ah'll be leading ? Seems like they need some training” said Applebrandy .

“That's right , and they will be under YOUR command Lieutenant Colonel Applebrandy” said Applejack proudly .

“ah'lrght then , ATTENTION!” shouted the country stallion . Every single lunar guard scrambled and filed into line.

“Now Ah know that ah'm new to this but ah will train ya to be the most effective fighting force that this entire military has EVER saw , ya'll are gonna be quick , ya'll are gonna be ruthless , ya'll are gonna be -. before he could finish that sentence he heard someone talk out of line or raise there hoof to ask a question .

“DO NOT LOOK AT ME I DID NOT GIVE YOU TIME TO ASK A QUESTION , PUT THAT HOOF DOWN AND YOU TWO drop down and give me 200 pushups ya sorry excuse for soldiers!” .

Most of the guards dare not speak out of turn unless they wanted to end up doing what there buddies are doing as of right now.

“Now then as ah was saying , whatever training that ya'll may have got , you must unlearn what you have learned already ain't no one going to blow your muzzle , this here is the marines son , and ya'll are going to fight like marines , ya'll are going to fight like marines on and OFF the battlefield , I shouldn't be the one to tell ya'll this but there is a war going on ! Ah won't be there to hold your hoof every single step of the way ! Ya'll are going to fight like marines , ya'll will show no mercy on the battlefield towards the enemy , that's right , ya'll are going to be fighting the Solar Empire , and you think that there going to care if you mess up ? IF YA MESS UP YA DIE ! That's just the way it is , now ah expect ya'll up be sunrise tomorrow bright and early , do you understand ?” … no one answered . Ah have a lot of work ahead of me that I know of .

“Ah said DO YOU UNDERSTAND !” shouted Applebrandy . “SIR YES SIR!” . “Good your training will start tomorrow at sun rise” said Applebrandy . He turned and walked out of the  encampment .

Later on Bubbleberry was assigned to heading up the weapons department of Research and Development. Since everything was going quite well . The new Nightmare Squadron would have to wait as the pilots were being rounded up as they speak .

Rainbow Blitz looked over a few possible earth pony and unicorn candidates , as most of them had the training  and met most of the qualifications , but had NO idea as to what kind of squadron they were signing up for .

Well this is going to take a while  , since the princesses are working to round up any and all candidates I will have to figure out who to take and who's getting left behind . Thought Rainbow Blitz .

Meanwhile in Canterlot

Everything was set to go , the new ponies taking over positions , also Celestia was looking forward to introducing the new and improved Royal guard a guard that will soon be better trained , to take on the military might of the New Lunar Republic .

And even Twilight knew that it was going to be an up hill battle . But she needed Cadence's support in order to help win this war , and restore harmony and balance in Equestria .

So taking off she flew towards the Crystal Empire who were working on there own technology mostly personal shields , armor , weapons , and even design plans for new ships .

“Princess Cadence” said Twilight calmly . “oh Twilight , I didn't expect you here , and where are you friends?” asked Cadence who had no idea .

“Oh that's right you weren't at Canterlot that day , I simply let go of my friends and even let go of Spike to end a war within Equestria” said Twilight .

Cadence somehow became confused to all of this as she had no idea as to what , Twilight was going on about . “Um mind filling me in as to how that happened?” asked Cadence .

“Very well , you see Princess Celestia was going to make a speech , Princess Luna then shoved her aside , and managed to convince my friends and Spike included to join her along with a hooffull of ponies as well , I simply betrayed them so I can end a rebellion alongside Celestia , I need to know if your in on this or are you with that rebel Luna?” said Twilight .

Cadence didn't know what to make of this , why would Luna betray her own sister ? To her it was mind boggling topped with the FIVE elements of harmony also taking a stand as well ? Even Spike ? So many questions and yet she has no answers .

I have to get answers somehow , I got it , right from the source ! That should at least help me understand as to what or how this all happened .  “yes I'm with you and Celestia Twilight” said Cadence .

With that Twilight took off from the Crystal Empire and flew all the way back to Canterlot to continue studying on war strategies for her next engagement with the lunar forces . Soon Adam you will fall beneath my might , beneath the full military might of the Solar Empire !  Thought Twilight evilly .

Meanwhile in the Crystal Empire

The moon was risen and it was time that Cadence get some sleep , perhaps she can get some answers from her Aunt Luna . As she fell asleep she soon awoke to a dream that Luna made sometime ago .

“Hello ? , anyone there” called out Cadence . Suddenly a royal blue alicorn shimmered into view . “Aunt Luna , why did you betray your sister?” asked Cadence. Getting right to the point Luna smiled for a bit .

“Very well , then niece , you see the reason I betrayed Celestia is because 1 she made unbearable laws that are directed at farmers like the apples or the cherries , she even made the ponies listen to her speech to not walk away or they would be killed on sight” explained Luna .

Shocked with this new information , this was a side that Mi amore Cadenza never heard of Aunt Celestia. “Why, why would she do this ?” asked Cadence on the verge of tears .

“Because she wanted and still wants power to herself , which is why Twilight betrayed her friends as she saw them betray her but for a reason , at that point she disowned Spike and completed her betrayal” .

“I want you to break off from the Solar Empire , however have whatever forces you have on hoof and make your great escape , knowing Celestia she's going to send Shinning Armor  , your own husband and prince of the Crystal Empire after you” said Star Chaser shimmering into view . “Ah Star Chaser I didn't expect you to come here” said Luna a bit surprised .

“You see Luna while you may have control over the moon and her stars , I do to” said Star Chaser . “So now what do I do?” asked Cadence unsure .

“be sure have the Crystal guard on hoof just in case , also when you make your escape be sure to pack a few things as a pelican will come and pick you up and fly you toward the moon” explained Star Chaser .

“My sister is right and knows these things , trust her on this , once that is done we will help you set up what you have and form a new Empire so you can take back your old one from the solar Empire” added Luna .

“But I'm pregnant with his foal , after all Shining loves me , why would be sent after me for my betrayal toward the crown?” asked Cadence confused .

“I can explain this one , your husband Shinning Armor is loyal to Princess Celestia that is the only reason for her sending him after you” said Star Chaser .

“I do have some good news , we made an alliance with the Changelings for them to help in this war” said Luna smiling .

“I see , so with the changelings on your side , you plan to win this war and stop aunt Celestia ?” asked Cadence hopefully . “Indeed we do , one way or another” stated Star Chaser sternly .

And so for the rest of the night everything is all peaceful on the moon and in Trottingham cause the next battle will be held in Baltimare , more than likely solar troops are going to be there and even captain Shinning Armor ! .

Meanwhile on Moon City

Dusk Shine was looking over some strategies for the New Lunar Republic's engagement , and figured Baltimare would be the right place to strike .

“Hmm Baltimare is a place to fight there , however looking at Baltimare I also see a chance to get supplies from other nations as well” said Dusk Shine .

Meanwhile Barbra and Spike were always there for eachother as the same goes with the CMC , mostly Sweetiebelle,  ever since that day Spike spent most if not ALL his time with Sweetiebelle , poor drake needed a shoulder to cry on .

Thank you Sweetie for being there for me , thank you all , I will never FORGIVE !!! Twilight for what she did to me that day ! , why why did she have to disown me and say that her friends were dead to her ! Even ending there friendship there as well . I guess all those friendship reports meant nothing to her as well !?  Well no matter I have a new life now one full of happiness one full of love and one full of friends who stick with one another through thick and thin  thought Spike as he slept .

Because tomorrow new airforce recruits are going to be arriving to be trained and shipped off somewhere .

He looked over to his right and saw Barbra sleeping next to him and looked to his right and saw Sweetiebelle . The one pony who mattered the most out of her older sister Rarity .

While his other friends tried to help him as best they could offering him support , he just needed a shoulder to cry on and Sweetiebelle was just it , she was and still is his shoulder to cry on .

For the first time since 'That Day' , everypony that was ever friends with Twilight Sparkle soon forgot her .

In Griffonia

King Beck slasher was over looking construction for his new line of fighter jets , the SU 27 .

“Ah the SU 27 the easiest fighter jet in our line up, as it will need to be field tested several times in order to insure it's performance can out match that of what that Tyrant Celestia has” said Beck Slasher .

He knew that sooner or later he would be wiped out , better to have something to defend himself with than to surrender to a tyrant who wants all the power to herself ! .

I will NOT lie down and surrender ! I'd rather DIE than submit to a pony who's a tyrant and at war with her own two sisters .  He thought . Soon Celestia , you will be crushed by The Griffin EMPIRE!.

Back on Moon City

While the ponies of the new lunar Republic were resting , most were still wide awake working on plans for the upcoming battle at Baltimare , some said that they could use the same tactic twice.

Others argued that it would easily let the Solar Empire catch onto them , other ponies also said that they should switch tactics and start to land troops near or inside Baltimare .

“Look I say that we hit hard and fast against the Solar Empire , they wouldn't see it coming nor would they be able to figure out what is coming at them until it's too late” said Magic Star General of the NLR Air Force .

“While I agree , we should also consider that we , will need to really start to plan our strategies more , just to keep the Solar Empire off balance , one way or another we have to win this war so Princess Luna and Princess Star Chaser can be in power” said Shady Vice Admiral of the NLR Navy .

“I agree , tomorrow then” . “Then how in the hay do we deploy troops ?” Asked Bright Eyes Major General of the NLR Army.

“We could , drop troops inside Baltimare , then deploy tanks to back them up , same with the warthogs along with the experimental Mongooses and gungooses” added Sparkler Lieutenant Colonel .

“while that's a good idea , we should also back up everypony with the marines as well” said Medley Lieutenant General of the NLR Marines .

“Alright this meeting is adjourned everypony , soon we will meet with both princesses to discuss our plan for attacking Baltimare” said Magic Star .

The very next morning at the Moon City Castle

The five high ranking officers of each branch of the NLR Military waited in the castle for Luna and Star Chaser to show up .

“Magic Star , Sparkler , Bright eyes , Shady , and Medley I'm glad you could make it , now you said that you had something to show me?” asked Luna. “yes we do princess , is there a place we could set up?” asked Magic Star eager to get this over with .

“There is , follow me to the war room” said Luna . The five high ranking ponies followed the two princesses into the war room where everything was laid out .

“now then what is it?” asked Star Chaser . “So here it is , first we deploy troops inside Baltimare , after that we deploy , tanks warthogs , Mongooses , and Gun gooses to back them up” said Bright Eyes.

“while Captain Dash leads the Shadowbolts , as for Rainbow Blitz we have assembled a flight crew for his Nightmare Squadron as well” said Magic Star .  Sparkler , Shady , and Medley all thought this plan over and agreed that it would work and keep the Solar Empire off balance .

Magic Star soon brought out the profiles of each high classed flier that past all of the exams at the NLR Military Academy .

The names as follows : Sky Dancer , Surprise , Lofty , Aurora , Bubbles , Fizzy , and Star Song. Star Chaser looked over the files and nodded in agreement that these pilots would best suit Nightmare Squadron .

“These pilots are perfect , but would they have to go through advanced training?” asked Star Chaser curiously .

“Actually no , we had that covered when they were training in the academy for the Air force , they had no idea that we were training them for nightmare squadron” said Magic Star .

“Very well , I'll tell Rainbow Blitz the good news” said Luna . “Actually Your Highness , I should since I am in command of the Air Force” said Magic Star . “Very well, well be sure to pass on your information to our troops and go from there” said Luna .

“Good idea” replied Sparkler . And with that Magic Star walked out of the war room to go find Rainbow Blitz . It wasn't hard to find a sky blue pegasus Stallion relaxing on his porch .

“Excuse me” said Magic Star. “Are you the one that's Rainbow Blitz ?” . Immediately he got up and saluted his Superior . “yes ma’am Major General Rainbow Blitz reporting for duty MA'AM!” .

“At ease soldier , I have the pilots for Nightmare Squadron” said Magic Star. He looked them over and knew these were the right ones.

“This is perfect , when do I meet them?” asked Rainbow Blitz . “Tomorrow when we attack Baltimare!” said Magic Star seriously .

She soon took back the profiles and walked off .

Leaving Rainbow Blitz sort of stumped , however he had his Squadron and tomorrow he was going to join in the war alongside his cousin Rainbow Dash . With everything laid out , the plans all set all that had to happen was the attack on Baltimare .

With Clashing Blade

He finally wrapped up another day of making weapons for the NLR and even made money on the side as well .

“Well at least they can be used during this war , as for me I will be making armor for the Lunar guards to better protect the princesses , it's just what I do” said Clashing Blade as he closed up shop .

He started his walk back to his home and just thought back to when he was just a simple black smith for Princess Celestia in Ponyville of all places , he didn't mind as long he got the job done .

But when this war started it was as if he was destined for better things like this , like working under two princesses that have a cause in bringing change through out ALL Equestria .

When he got home he simply closed and locked his door and decided to relax but little did he know that he would be getting a visit from Princess Luna herself .

Before he could sit down and examine his weapons he heard a knock at the door .

He then headed over toward the front door unaware of what or who was about to present him with an offer that nopony could dare refuse.

“o- Oh Princess Luna , come on in” said Clashing Blade surprised . The lunar princess walked inside and was amazed at the ammount of weapons that she saw before her .

“Clashing Blade I have an offer for you that you might be interested in” said Luna . “well what is this offer that you speak of?” asked Clashing Blade curiously .

“How would you like to give your weapons to the army and marines while giving your armor to the lunar guard you would be making a lot more than normal” offered Luna .

He thought it over for a bit , him making more money than normal , it was quite a tempting offer and he would be working for Luna and Star Chaser .

“you have yourself a deal , however I will need to craft some armor for the marines and the army , what kind of armor would they need?” asked Clashing Blade .

“the armor that they would need is bullet proof armor in order to with stand bullets from the solar empire” stated Luna .

“well I think I can do just that , are you talking about like say Kevlar armor?” asked Clashing Blade . “Indeed I can have the materials delivered to your blacksmith tonight and you can get right to work making this 'Kevlar'” said Luna .

And with that said she walked out the door knowing that she would have more of a chance now with Kevlar armor as it would decrese the number of death's but had one other request .

“Oh and Clashing Blade” said Luna before she left . “what is it Princess?” .

“The Armor that your going to make it must also withstand blaster shots as well” stated Luna . “That will be no problem”said Clashing Blade .

He soon closed up his house and knew he had to get right to work making 'Blaster' Armor for the Army and the Marines. He soon headed back to his blacksmith shop and started to get everything going again .

Since I made a deal with princess Luna THE princess of the night I know what to do , make this blaster resistant armor so that way the number of death's decrease and we can win this war easily . He thought .

Hours later the materials arrived and he got right to work making armor pieces for the Army and the Marines , as they had to be flexible and not stiff like a stick.

After hours of crafting each armor piece he put them off to the side and got to work making more armor helmets included with blaster resistant shields as well .

Once he ran out of materials he was finished making several hundreds of blaster armor if not thousands of pieces .

Little did he know that someone would come and pick them up in order to distribute them for the soldiers of the two branches of the military , weapons included . Well NOW i'm beat , and I need to get some sleep .

So for the second time he closed up shop and headed for home really tired for working so many extra hours in making blaster resistant armor for both branches of the military , as he did include extra pouches for the ammo clips among other things .

He got home for the second time and closed the door behind him . He headed upstairs and collapsed on his bed tired from all those extra hours of work , which was worth it .

With Star Chaser

She was looking over a few things mostly blueprints for the new fighters and even support craft .

Quickly she gathered up the blueprints and headed over to Research and Development to deliver them.

To Pinkie's Desk as she would look over all blueprints submitted to her with in her department or from the Princesses .

Star Chaser soon left the Research and Development building and headed back toward the castle to talk with her sister . Meanwhile the military was gearing for another battle , the Battle for Baltimare ! . Meanwhile Clock Music was now working on his most hardest song yet, Purple Haze .

As for Vinyl Scratch local DJ of Moon City , she was smiling from ear to ear while he played  his guitar . Octavia however decided to take a break from her cello practicing and decide to listen to what was going on. And she was greeted with such interesting guitar playing , taking a seat next to Vinyal making sure to not touch anything . She listened and was once again blown away by the music that Clock music was playing .

With Bullet Striker

He was in the local barracks cleaning his weapons for the next ship engagement , all the while thinking back as to why the solar forces would make a bold move like that , boarding the NLR Once More Unto the Breach .

While confused he shrugged it off and kept cleaning his assault rifle inside and outside . His friend Bolt Tightener also was his bunk mate , which was weird since he had no one else but to him it was fine .

Over time the two became best friends and told about there lives . Neither one had much of a problem , sometimes they would tell jokes , read books .

Other times hit the town and see what was up at the local clubs or bars , neither one wanted to get a mare as of yet .

All they wanted to do was just be the bestest of friends . When they heard what happened to Spike , they too offered him support , not caring if he was a dragon or not .

While at either a club or bar , each would have one drink of either soda or have a bag of chips , but never get drunk accept on special occasions like birthdays . Other than that they still have time to spend with each other and what not .

Sometimes the two would listen to music , other times they would just hang out and wonder what it would be like to have a mare at there side .

“Ya know what” said Bullet Striker out of the blue . “well what do you mean?” asked Bolt Tightener curious . “have you ever thought of talking to mares?” asked Bullet Striker .

“Well I haven’t' really had much time on my hooves , you know with this war and all , besides it's not like I would need somepony” stated Bolt Tightener .

“be that as it may , one of these days we are going to wind up with a mare at our side by the end of this war” said Bullet Striker .

“You sure about that ? , cause think about it , while this war is going to be going on and what not , I say we put all of our time in focusing all of our energy in doing what we do the most fighting off the Solar forces from ships and helping out on the ground” stated Bolt Tightener .

“yea I guess your right , while we have mares swooning over us and stallions wanting to be like us , they have no idea what we see and wouldn't last a second on board a ship fending off solar forces” said Bullet Striker .

“yea I guess your right about that , but we do what we have to do in order to protect the other crew , the captian however now he can hold his own , did you even hear about how he took back the armory” said Bolt Tightener .

“yea I was there , we had to act fast jump over them and toss two grenades and saw there bodies explode into a mutilated mess  at that point we took back the armory and started to push back the solar forces , they were loosing ground and fast , since they had a really and I mean REALLY stupid commander who couldn't do jack when leading a boarding party” said Bullet Striker . Bolt Tightener laughed at the part about the stupid commander .

“Wow if that is how the Solar Empire amounts to in terms 'military' then this war is in the bag for us” said Bolt Tightener . “True and all, but we should consider that this war could go either way” added Bullet Striker .

With Spike

Spike was doing his normal chores until he had an idea . Once he got his chores done he told Dusk Shine that he was headed out toward Rarities to see Sweetiebelle.

“Well since your chores are done , sure I don't see a problem with it , have fun Spike” called Dusk Shine. Once Spike left he headed towards his study to think things over about how Spike has been feeling lately these past few weeks .

I know Spike went through a lot but , that doesn't excuse him being disowned by Twilight like that ! . I try to do what I can to help him feel welcomed but maybe he needs somepony to help , well who better than either Rarity or her sister Sweetiebelle . Well him spending a lot of time with Rarities sister makes him feel like his old self , as if he forgotten as to what happned . Yea I think Spike Spending time with Sweetiebelle isn't a bad idea , not only does she give him support but does help him when he's having one of THOSE nightmares thought Dusk Shine .

Barbra soon came in with some tea to help sooth his mind . “here drink this it should help you some what” said Barbra .

“Thanks , I really worry for Spike sometimes , it's like he does help with everything , but at night I worry I really want to help him but I don't know how nor do I know how he got like that” said Dusk Shine .

“yea it's the same with me , I mean I want him to open up but it's almost impossible to get him to talk about what happened with Twilight , everytime I ask him a question about what happened he simply either clams up or ignores me completely and focuses on his chores blocking me out , I just don't know what to do” said Barbra getting frustrated .

“Don't get yourself worked up too much Barbra , if he wants to open up then he will , perhaps we could inform Princess Luna or Princess Star Chaser , maybe they could do something to help him combat his nightmares' said Dusk Shine .

“That's actually not a bad idea at all” said Barbra. And soon off they went towards the Moon City Castle to seek help .

With Spike and Sweetiebelle

Spike soon entered the Lunar Boutique , where he found Rarity working on a dress for some important client . “Excuse me Rarity” said Spike . He was able to get the attention of the white unicorn while she worked .

“yes how can I- Oh Spike , if your looking for Sweetie , she's outside playing with her friends by Apple Acres I believe” said Rarity .

“Okay thanks” said Spike as he headed out.

As he walked out of Rarities boutique he knew he wanted to spend time with Sweetie belle regardless , it felt like she's the right one for him while Rarity and the others had been there for him it's Sweetie Belle that he likes the most . By the time he got to Apple Acres or Lunar Apple Acres he found the CMC hanging out on the farm talking about the greatest stuff . Deciding to not bother them he turned back to leave .

But that's when Sweetie belle , Scootaloo , and Applebloom took off and ran up to him .

Of course they dragged him off toward there club house where they talked and hung out for hours on end .

Eventually Scootaloo and Applebloom had to head on home seeing as to how it was dinner time , leaving only Spike and Sweetie Belle .

“So Sweetie , who is that white stallion?” asked Spike. “Well if I remember right his name is Elusive , he's really Sweet to my sister and I didn't know I had a brother named Sweepy Belle” said sweetie Belle .

“Well I didn't know I had a sister named Barbra either but you have been there since we left Equestria with our family , and as for Dusk Shine , I like him sure he looks like Twilight and all but he's different he actually cares as does Barbra heck all of you were there when I was really feeling down , but you Sweetie Belle , you right there for me from the beginning” said Spike .

“Aww that's very sweet of you to say that , but I'll always be here for you Spike” replied Sweetie belle with a smile . The two hugged , but that's when they accidentally kissed . Quickly they pulled away blushing madly .

“Uh sorry I uh” stammered Spike .Sweetie Belle was in shock , she kissed Spike by accident . But she was able to look into his eyes . “I didn't mean to- . Before she could finish that sentence , he kissed her this time out of love .

“the reason why I couldn't tell you that I loved you in front of Rarity is because I thought it would be embarrassing” said Spike .

Sweetie Belle , out of the goodness of her heart wrapped her front hooves around the dragon and hugged the stuffing out of him.

“That's Okay Spike , I loved you the moment you were feeling down , that you needed Somepony to help you , and I love you too” said Sweetie Belle . The two kissed again this time out of passion .

“I was going to ask you , Do you want to be my fillyfriend?” asked Spike hopefully . “yes I would like that very much” replied Sweetie Belle .

She kissed him on the cheek and headed for home leaving the dragon stunned but in his mind he knew what happened .

He soon left the club house with a small smile on his face and headed for home as well .

By the time he got home Princess Luna was there along with Dusk Shine , Barbra and Princess Star Chaser . “Hey guys” said Spike .

“Dusk Shine told us of what happened and we wish to remove any terrible nightmares that you may been having” said Star Chaser .

“Well everytime I try and go to sleep I keep having this reoccurring nightmare about me being disowned by Twilight” admitted Spike .

“That's okay , there going to help you every night until that nightmare is no longer present in your mind” said Barbra . “Thanks guys I really mean it , I could use all the help I can get during this war” said Spike .

For the rest of the night the two princesses , Dusk Shine and Barbra all made sure that Spike felt happy with happy dreams every single night until that nightmare was no longer there anymore . Soon both Princesses left the Lunar Library and headed back towards there castle .

“Now we must focus more on this war then ever before and get more supporters” said Luna serously . “Alright who do you want me to round up?” asked Star Chaser .

“there is a 'former' show mare named Trixie and her brother Trixster along with a mare named Sunset Shimmer and her brother Sun Rise Shake  they were both beaten by Twilight Sparkle , we also need to round up other ponies as well ones like Kimono , Toola Roola , Emerald Song , Melody , Bow Tie , Rasberry Delight , Ringlet , Paradise , patch , Sweetheart , Teddy , Purple Flash , Starlight , Tootsie , Starlight , Sunnydayz , Wysteria , Star Song ,  Strawberry Swirl , Twinkle Shine, Star song,and Star Catcher ” listed Luna .

“And where can I find Such ponies?” asked Star Chaser .

“you can find them out in the wondering badlands as they headed towards a place called Saddle Arabia , there you can ask them to join us” said Luna .

“Do you want me to leave as of right now ?” asked Star Chaser eager to get to her task .

“yes, there is a pelican waiting for you at the castle” said Luna . Quickly like a rocket Star Chaser took off to go get her task done .

She boarded the pelican , the door closed and it took off going toward the atmosphere . Star Chaser was on her way to round the ponies that her sister listed earlier .

TBC in Chapter 6 The battle for Baltimare .

Chapter 6 The Battle for Baltimare

a/n: well here it is , The Battle For Baltimare , review please

The Badlands , Equestria

As the Pelican descended towards the planet , it turned direction and headed west towards the badlands where it soon set down .

“This was the last place that we heard of a small group of ponies , find them and then signal for evac” .

With that said the pelican took off somewhere and waited . Princess Star Chaser was walking for hours until she found a trail of hoofprints heading east . Following them she found the small group of ponies headed towards the border of Saddle Arabia.

There leader Sunset Shimmer was leading the small group that she had collected along her travels , all through out Equestria that wanted change and this was going to be her big chance  .

She saw what looked to be an alicorn but shrugged it off as a illusion . What she didn't see coming next was said alicorn flew in front of the group stopping them.

“Alright who are you , and don't try anything or I'll- .

Before she cold finish her sentence she collapsed in the sand deprived of water and any kind of food and looking for a place to rest . “I take it your the ponies that I was sent to get?” asked Star Chaser with a raised eyebrow .

Quickly her brother Sun Rise Shake rushed to his sisters side .

“Sunset , you have to wake up!” pleaded Sun Rise shake worriedly . Quickly another mare tried to wake up the unconsious Sunset Shimmer but it was no luck she was out cold .

“Please you must help her , we've been walking for what feels like month's , years even” said a mare named Sunnydayz .

Quickly Star chaser looked over Sunset , Sunnydayz was right about one thing the trail of hoof prints she found earlier were them.

“Alright I'm going to signal for evac , can you all try and do what you can?” asked Star Chaser. “yes we can try” said Kimono. “Alright” replied Star Chaser .

“This is Star Chaser I have found the group of ponies , repeat they have been found requesting emergency Evav on the double!” demanded Star Chaser . “Rodger that , on my way” .

Not a few hours later a drop shop arrived and landed right behind the group and Star Chaser . One by one the group took there seats , as Star chaser was laid on the floor unconscious .

The door closed and the pelican rose and flew into the air before flying back into space . A few minutes later the pelican landed on the moon with all the ponies still there .

Doctors and nurses quickly got the group to the hospital as they needed medical attention , mostly Sunset Shimmer . In alarming rate Princess Luna ran to what was going on . “Sister what happened?” asked Luna worriedly .

“Well for starters , I found the group of ponies as you said however , the one called Sunset Shimmer fell to the sand unconscious so I called for evac and now they are being rushed towards the hospital where Fluttershy should be able to help them” said StarChaser .

At the Moon City Hospital

The group was rushed inside , IV’s hooked up , and Teddy mostly didn't like being poked but he had to put up with it .

The reason he was able to meet Sweetheart again was mostly due to chance.

As he was wondering around Equestria cities such as , Appleloosa , Vanhooves , Baltimare , Fillydelphia ,  Hooginton , and Ponyville .

Before he decided to go somewhere else , when he heard about the war between Celestia and Luna.

He just bailed and took the train to Hoofington and walked through the town until he came towards Trottingham before it was attacked .

That was when he met Sweetheart along with other ponies who were frightened out of there minds that there leader Celestia was turning into a tyrant .

In hopes that they would be able to escape into Saddle Arabia and live lives that were different from what they have .

Meanwhile Fluttershy and Butterscotch mostly helped with the other ponies but it was Sunset Shimmer that needed the most attention as she lacked any kind of fluids or any food .

However the others were free to go as there houses were built for them . Both Melody and Starlight headed for there place and decided to just relax from there long journey across ALL of Equestria .

“Ah I'm sure glad that we were picked up by somepony” said Melody relaxing . “Yea I guess that's true  , poor Sunset I hope she gets better” replied Starlight .

“Don't worry” said Rainbow Dash as she was done training the Shadowbolts for today

“She's going to be fine , sure she stole the element of magic from 'Twilight Sparkle' but when somepony is in need we don't turn our backs on that pony” .

“So you must be the famous Captain Rainbow Dash of the Shadowbolts?” asked Melody. “yea that's me” said Rainbow Dash stroking her own ego .

“I've only heard a few things about you , like how you mostly lead your own set of hoof picked ponies for your elite flying squad” said Starlight .

“Well you heard right I do , in fact I'd like you to meet one of them , Snowflake I want you to met a couple of ponies' called Rainbow Dash . Snowflake heard his name be called when he was done talking to Firefly . He got up and trotted over to his commanding officer .

“What is it captain?” asked Snowflake . “Look we are NOT on duty so you can drop rank for the moment” said Dash seriously .

“I want you to meet Starlight and Melody , the two ponies that Princess Star Chaser was able to rescue from the sands of the badlands” .

Overtime he grew out of his shy shell and was able to make friends during the war , like how he met ponies like Wind Whistler , Fire Blaze , Whizzer and Sky Wishes .

“Hi there I'm Snowflake second in command of the shadowbolts” said Snowflake . “Well it's nice to meet you , Snowflake , I'm Melody and that's my friend Starlight.” said Starlight  .

“we have other friends like Thistle Whistle , Star song , Starcatcher , Trixster , Trixie and Sunrise Shake” added Melody . At the mention of that name Rainbows eyes narrowed .

“Trixie ? How did she get mixed up with you guys?” asked Dash curiously .

“Well her wagon broke down in Manehatten so being the ponies we were we talked it over and Sunset being the mare she is offered her a place among us” explained Melody .

“so of course she joined us , her brother too , poor guy was really trying to get ponies to watch her show but nopony listened” added Starlight .

“I see, well as long as she doesn't cause trouble here same with her brother , then we are fine , but if she does , then were going to have problems” said Dash not wanting to put up with anymore of Trixie's attitude. And she was right , the first time didn't go over so well , and neither did the second time . Hopefully she has changed for real and NOT wanting revenge on anypony .

Moon City Hospital

With Trixie

Trixie was in a hospital bed also down on her luck and didn’t' have much to eat , except what she could get out of a trash bin .

I suppose this isn't bad but I'm NOT on Equiss anymore , I wonder where I am . Waking up she saw a pony standing there ignoring the fact that she wanted to be reunited with her brother Trixster .

“Oh um you awake” said the pony . Trixie was feeling groggy from the trip but was able to talk . “Where am I?” she asked . “well your in a hospital” he said . “Hospital? , Why?' asked Trixie confused .

“well from what we were told about you and Sunset , you both lacked any kind of fluids and any food consumed except in your case um you were eating from a trash bin when you couldn't afford anything” he explained . “if you don't mind me asking , Who are you?” asked Trixie . “Well my name is Butterscotch” said Butterscotch .

“Butterscotch? , well anyway thanks for helping me but I have to see my brother Trixster” said Trixie trying to get out of the bed only to fall flat on her muzzle. “I'm afraid I can't let you leave , not until your feeling better” said Butterscotch calmly .

Irritated Trixie tried to stand up again but didn't have the energy to do so.

Eventually two doctors helped her back into her bed with smiles on there faces .  Trixie was so perplexed as to what was going on , it felt like she was a filly again . And as for your legs , somepony must have hurt you during your travels” added Butterscotch .

“no kidding , yea I was attacked several times , by muggers , now i'm just a common mare and all , that's right I'm NOT the great and powerful Trixie , at least not anymore” said Trixie clearly sad from her show business .

“well I'm sure you might be able to get your business going again , it's just right now we are in the middle of a war and we need all the help we can get” explained Butterscotch . Confused Trixie wanted to know what happened .

“well it all started one day when Princess Celestia was going to give a speech in Canterlot but was interrupted by Princess Luna , she told everypony that she was the one making life for everypony miserable and imposing taxes that made it hard for the farmers to make a living by taxing there crops , also that's when the five elements of harmony sided with luna forcing the sixth one , Twilight I think , to betray her friends and disown Spike her baby dragon and that's how this war started , we already took Trottingham and made an alliance with the changelings” explained Butterscotch .

That's when another pegasus of the same coat color mane and tail entered Trixie's room with a small smile on her face .

“Oh your awake ! , I'm Nurse Fluttershy and I'll be the one to nurse you and Sunset back to health” said Fluttershy .

“well thanks but I'll be sure to pay you back” said Trixie . “It's no problem , I don't need anypony to pay me for helping them in there time of need , consider it a welcome to Moon City gift” said Fluttershy .

Confused again Trixie still didn't know where she was .

“Um if it's not too much to ask , where am I?” asked Trixie .

“well if you want to know , Your on the moon in a place known as Moon City” said Fluttershy . Meanwhile Sunset Shimmer finally awoke but her brother later returned to see her .

“Oh sister ! ,  I'm glad your awake” said Sunrise Shake happily . “Well where are we?” asked Sunset groggily .

“Well we are on the moon from what's been going on , not to mention that there is also a war” said Sunrise . “add to that , you are being taken care of as is your friend Trixie” .

At the Briefing  Room

Every single pony was assembled , the Airforce , the Army , The marines and the Navy. Each pony was leading each branch .

“Alright everypony , I found out through our spies and Rarity , that there is a truck load of soldiers for a town called Baltimare , also the pony leading this operation for the Solar Empire is quite new as it's NOT Shininng Armor . As he is fresh , his name is Commander Silver Fire.” said Luna .

“My sister speaks the truth , Commander Silver Fire is filling in for Shinning Armor , as we don't seem to know why” added Star Chaser .

“what we do know is that there going to be introducing there new military hardware a tank that was developed after the changeling attack on Canterlot , it's known as the M4A1 Arrowhead Tank , it can plow through changelings like there not even there at all , which is why we are having Weapons Research , Bubble Berry give off a simulated demonstration, Bubble if you will” said Luna stepping aside .

“She's right , the M4A1 Arrowhead was developed after the changeling attack at Canterlot , so that's when I figured we should use it along with our scorpion tanks as well to give some leverage along with several other tanks like the HTV6 ,  M5-90 , M4-85 and finally the heavy hitter in our lunar army that we have developed and being loaded onto pelicans as we speak , VKV Heavy Tank 8 . and now for the demonstration” said Bubble Berry .

The image showed several changelings looking around like morons until they were plowed over by the M4A1 Arrowhead. “As you can see , this tank is deadly but watch what happens when it goes up against solar guard ponies” .

This time the changelings were replaced with solar guard ponies , once again acting like they didn't have a care in the world .

Until the same tank plowed right under them crushing every single bone in there body also crushing there armor as well.

“You see it's quite effective either against changelings or solar guard ponies” added Bubble Berry . Star Chaser and Luna stepped forward again to give the briefing  for the lunar forces .

“those are the tanks that we are going to be deploying , and as for the Helicopters , we have deployed them as well to an army base at Trottingham , and some aircraft at our airforce base at Trottingham as well , anyway we deploy troops outside and have them take postions inside some buildings for sniping and others for direct engagement , meanwhile the airforce is to engage any enemy fighters in the air our space division will handle any space battles above the planet” briefed Luna .

“That is correct , meanwhile our armored division will also come in with tanks warthogs , mongooses , gungooses and finally hornets for extra support on the around AND in the air” added Star Chaser . Firefly of the Shadowbolts was curious as to where the Princesses were going to be.

“Excuse me Princesses , where are the two of you going to be?” asked Firefly .

“That my Shadowbolt pony is easy , we are going to be on the ground also helping in the fighting as well alongside Captain Applejack and her Sargent Kimono”answered Star Chaser .

“That's right I am Kimono , as I am going to be second in command of the Lunar Army , are there any questions?” she looked around the room and waited patiently but no one dared reply .

“Good , now then FOR THE NEW LUNAR REPUBLIC OORAH!” shouted Kimono . “FOR THE NEW LUNAR REPUBLIC OORAH!” .

She nodded in approval of the response . “Now move it out , double time to your pelicans soldiers!” stated Kimono loudly .

Every single soldier filed out only leaving the air force navy and lunar space division . Adam steped up knowing what to say .

“Alright crews of the lunar fleet I don't have to tell you that this mission is going to be tough , cause it is and I hear that Twilight is NOT going to be in this mission as it's somepony new , who you all may ask ? I haven't a clue, now to your pelicans and best of luck” said Adam as he marched with his crew .That only left Rainbow Dash and her flight ponies , The Shadowbolts ! .

“Captain Rainbow Dash , as you know , your cousin Rainbow Blitz is going to be joining you in this mission but with his own squadron known as Nightmare Squadron . Personally put together by the high ranking officers of the military it's self which is why we know that you must be on the look out for Captain Spitfires second in command , Commander Soarin! He's highly skilled and can hold his own” explained Luna .

“I won't let you down! , res assured we will win this battle ONE way or another , failure is not an option” said Dash seriously .

“As for you Rainbow Blitz , most of the normal fighters will be launching from a local airforce base you and your squadron will be launching from an improved Nimitz class known as NLR Eclipse” explained Star Chaser . “Understood!” saluted Rainbow Blitz .

The both of them headed out Nightmare Squadron already loaded inside the pelican and his cousin Rainbow Dash joining him . “So Dash” said Rainbow blitz . “You think we can win this?” .

“I know we can , just do what you do , and we will do our job in the air , both you and me maybe pegasi , but you have an obligation to your squadron as I do to my shadowbolts , so best of luck in the air' said Dash . “yea you too” replied Rainbow Blitz .

Adam's POV

I was relaxing inside my pelican with my crew , Quick Fix , Bon Bon Lyra , Bolt Tightener , and Bullet Striker .

“Alright guys once we get aboard , everyone to there stations i'll need to check on the fleet to make sure that everyone is action ready” I said . “Don't worry about us , just focus on what you need to do Captain” said Bon Bon .

“yea let us handle our jobs” added Lyra . “Not a problem” I said relaxed .

I wonder who in the world would replace Twilight , well whoever it is , he or she is most likely going to give me a run for my money I thought  .

Once our pelican touched down on the hanger of my ship Once More Unto the Breach  I stepped out and saw flight crews working everything as they brought in there longsword bombers and Sabre interceptor fighters .

I then saw my second in command trotting towards me and , hold on a second she's from the group that Princess Star Chaser picked up in the badlands . “Sir my name is Commander Wysteria reporting for duty” said Wysteria .

“At ease , now then I know your my first officer , so to speak , I take it that the ship is about ready?” I asked .

Feeling a sigh of relief wash over her she smiled at me .

“yes sir , the ships is about ready but we have to get a couple more pelicans , longswords and saber interceptors in the hangerbay before we can head out” said Wysteria .

“Alright , everyone get settled in first , we have a few hours before we have to be at our stations , as I am going to be talking with my first officer for a while” I said .

My crew soon headed off towards a service elevator . “I take it you were assigned to this ship as first officer?” I asked .

“Yes sir , by the new pony in charge of the lunar fleet space division or LFSD for short” explained Wysteria . I raised an eyebrow at that before making the connectin .

“Oh I get it , seems familiar to something from halo” I said . Wysteria was confused as she had NO clue what I was talking about .

“Sorry I tend to make connections to a lot of things about halo” I said . Nodding in understanding we continued our trek towards the bridge .

“now then I take it that we have a new payload of archer missiles loaded ?” I asked . “Indeed we do as there is NO time to test them” said Wysteria .

“Well we are going to be testing them in battle , so lets consider that our weapons field test , now then I also hear about us having energy shields on the entire fleet?” I asked curious .

“Yup curtsey of Bubble Berry  , we were able to install energy shield generators on the entire lunar fleet so that way we can limit the amount of ships destroyed” said Wyesteria . “Perfect” I said . We soon reached the bridge and we both took our seats .

Everything was going good , everypony was working I did a fleet wide check in and everything was ready to go .

“Helm begin undocking procedures , take us out one quarter burn” I ordered .   Quickly the other ships powered up and headed out . The last of the longswords , sabers and pelicans were loaded up .

And we soon left our dry dock , eyeing everyone I could tell that this was it .

We soon left lunar control and headed towards our destination where this time we would be fighting at jupitar . “Open a channel to the fleet” I said calmly . “Channel open sir” . I stood up and adressed the crew of the Once More Unto the Breach.

“attention all decks , this is our first fight together , well maybe not but you get the idea , in any case this time the enemy is going to be bringing out the artillery on the ground , we have to hold our own here in space . And this time we can't loose , we can't no we won't back down , we won't lie down and surrender , we are going to fight , in Luna's name FOR THE GLORY OF THE NEW LUNAR REPUBLIC! , lets show these solar bastards how we do things lets show them that we can make change to ALL Equestria , for a brighter future!” I said loud and proud.

Soon the channel was closed . Everypony clapped there hooves as it was the best speech that they have given yet . “Alright action stations , get ready for battle !” I said .

Baltimare , Equestria

The pelicans landed outside of Equestria , and it looked like the town was deserted , once again nopony there .

“Ah'right , move those snipers into position , have those tanks postioned , we are going to be shelling the hay out of them!” said Applejack .

“As you command” said Kimono as she relayed the orders to the soldiers . Everything was coming together . However both Applejack and Kimono noticed a few things off in the distance .

well ah'll be , solar dropships ! And there bringing there walkers … ah this aint good how are we suppose to hold out!  Thought Applejack worriedly .

With a plan in mind she told her troops to start digging trenches and set up turrets as this was going to be a trench fought battle . Applejack looked around as did Kimono things were going to be interesting tonight .

“Ahright here's how this is going to play out while our tanks are shellin the troops we are going to use our own to take out any incoming troops that try to get past these here trenches , while our air support does uses the bombs to take out those , whatever they are” said Applejack.

Off in the distance she saw a unknown pony at the head front of the attacking army . Quickly she got her binoculars and saw that it was Captain Silver Fire! . Glaring , she knew what to do .

“Ah'lright men, we need to hold the line , that means let Nopony to those heavy tanks while there blasting at those solar walkers , and another thing , if they think that they can walk over the lunar army , then they have another thing coming , lets give them hell!” shouted Applejack .

“Commander Kimino , have the men hold the line as long as they can , if one of those walkers make it past the trench then we are screwed” added Applejack .

“That will be no problem captain , I'll do what I can here” said Kimino .

Applejack walked off to issue orders to armored battalion who is going to be shelling the enemy with everything that they have. Understanding Sargent  Star catcher issued her orders to her men .

“Protect the front lines , I want the scorpion tanks moved to the front shelling them with what they have , our heavier tanks will hang back and open fire on those walkers , the medium tanks can engage any and ALL solar troops” ordered Star Catcher .

Nodding her men moved there tanks into position , the scorpion tanks were just behind the main trench , the heavier tanks had there cannons pointed down range , the medium tanks were ready to move the moment they had the chance .

As for the turrets , Captain Applejack had ponies man those too , as they were adapted from the warthogs .

With Silver Fire

“Begin the charge , send in the ATAT's , followed by the ATST's” ordered Silver fire . “Captain what about the troops?” asked Corporal Burnin Sun curiously .

“We send them along with the heavy artillery , it's more than likely that there going to use carpet bombs , my friend Shinning armor was witness to that the first time and at the battle for Trottingham, I plan to remove there air support from the equation” said Silver Fire while smirking .

Realizing what he plans to do Corporal Burnin Sun ordered his men to charge weapons firing , all the while grabbing his own weapon and charging as alongside them .

Back with Applejack

Oh ponyfeathers , ah saw this coming , time to dish out some lead for them thought Applejackk . “OPEN FIRE!” she shouted . An entire hailstorm of bullets shot out from all the M55B assault rifles .

Meanwhile with the Lunar fleet

Adam's POV

Our fleet held steady by jupiter , however our sensors picked up the cloaking of the ships from the far side of Jupiter . Not really surprised my crew was already on it , issuing orders to the rest of the fleet to prepare for battlestations .

“Start the charge on the MAC” I ordered calmly . “Aye sir” said Quick fix . Sitting back this was going to be a fun battle .

Everyone's weapons were running hot , energy shields were up , fighters were deployed , pilots waited for the enemy to appear , as did we .

We then saw them as they opened fire on our ships , then they sent out there TIE fighters in attack formation . Our pilots flew in with there Sabre interceptors firing there miniguns and missiles , while the longsword bombers did there carpet runs on the stardestroyer .

“Excellent ! , this could be easy” I said . “Captain , I have something on sensors” said Sweetheart my science officer . “well tell me what is it?” I asked .

“it's a new type of Stardestroyer, it' called a victory Stardestroyer , smaller than the Mark I but able to pack a punch” .

Thinking it over , this was going to be a tough battle , however I had an idea of my own . “Status on the MAC?” I asked . “100% charged sir , ready to fire on  your command” said Quick Fix .

I knew who to go after this tme . “Target the lead ship and fire the MAC” I ordered .

A white streaking missile hit the hull of the Mark I stardestroyer badly as it left a huge hole in the very front of it . “Ready Archer Missiles” I said .

“Archer missiles ready sir” said Quick Fix . “Target the Victory , also fire our 50mm defense gun turrets on the Mark I Stardestroyer” I ordered .

The NLR Once More Unto the Breach , fired all it's missiles at it's target , each missile striking the hull with more force than the last , while it's defense gun turrets targeted the crippled Mark one Stardestroyer .

SE Celestia's Wrath

Silver Fire's POV

My ship was crippled , Sparks flew everywhere and nearly half my crew was dead , and this was my first battle in this entire war .

I have to think of something to buy me sometime … I've got it ! , I could use the reinforcements from Neptune , to reinforce me  I thought .

I quickly ran over towards the comm console and sent out the request for reinforcements . In but a few minutes the ships appeared from hyper space and opened fire .

Even the elevators were blocked by burning debris , as I was trapped on the bridge , the other half of my crew were only fresh out of the Solar Space Academy or the SSA for short .

Smiling a bit the dead bodies were hauled off by medical droids , while we simply continued with our operations , all the while being pelted with a hailstorm of bullets  .

Okay this is pretty bad , but I have to hold out while the reinforcements deal with the Lunar forces!  I thought .

On the other hoof , that ship is a powerhouse , able to take down and or cripple the SE Burning Rage ? I heard that Admiral Sparkle was beaten by the captain of the ship she said something Seville , could the captain of NLR Once more Unto the Breach and Seville are one in the same ? .

She did say Adam Seville , ah crap ! I am so screwed ?! , how am I going to beat this guy even with reinforcements? . Thing is he crippled my ship with some a MAC ? , took out half my crew and now , oh wait one minute I could turn this battle around and directly engage him easily .

I quickly formed a plan , but this wasn't gong to be easy . “use maximum firepower , target Once More Unto The Breach” I ordered .

The SE Celestias Wrath opened fire with all it's turbolasers aimed directed right at the NLR Once More Unto The Breach .

Turbolasers firing , all they did was bounce off the energy shields that surrounded the ship . I was shocked , alittle too shocked for words !.

HOW?! How did they managed to adapt energy shields for there ships ? … is that the reason why he was able to hold out and Not admiral Sparkle ? . no matter I can still crush him !  I thought Evilly .

I ordered the crew to fire , any and all missiles at the ship , yea lets see if it's shields can take this much abuse! . The SE Celestia's Wrath opened fire with firing proton torpedos .

NLR Once More Unto The Breach

Adam's POV

Alarms were blaring as I saw the incoming blue projectiles ! , this caught me off guard but I had a plan for this . “Target those projectiles with our 50mm defense gun turrets and destroy them” I ordered .

The guns swiveled towards the incoming projectiles and opened fire while the archer missiles kept pounding the Victory Stardestroyer . The still crippled mark I fired it's turbolasers , but had no effect on it's energy shield . This was going to be a long haul of a space battle !.

Back on the ground

Captain Applejack saw the walkers and had a plan , carpet bomb them!. “This is Captain Applejack Ah need bomber support Now” I said into my radio .

“Rodger that we are sending out several B 2 Spirits your way , over and out” .  I grabbed my M4 assault rifle and told my men to hold the line I had a plan .

“Alright bring out the medium tanks” I said . “You heard her , send in the medium tanks , cause as much damage as you can” Said Star Catcher .

Sure enough the medium tanks rolled out with there cannons firing and machine guns spitting out bullets faster than you can say Celestia's name ! .

I smiled proudly at what was happening , overhead I saw several B 2 spirits fly overhead , arm there bombs and drop them in a carpet run .

Smirking I saw several walkers either collapse or explode in fireball and troops screaming in agony as white searing pain shot through there bodies .

This is easy ! I thought with a smile . What I didn't see happen was that the bombers were shot down easily by several TIE Interceptors .

Of course that's when I saw several nightmarish colored fighter jets fly above us lead by Major General Rainbow Blitz . “Oh this is going to be one good dog fight !” said Star Catcher .

“Captain Applejack , I see the wonderbolts not far behind , should we call in the Shadowbolts to assist?” asked Star Catcher. “That would be a good idea” I replied .

“If ah know RD , she's gonna beat that Spitfire's flank allover Baltimare like she would clouds” I said with chuckle . “Alright I'll put in the call” said Star Catcher .

“This is Sargent Star Catcher of the armored division of the Lunar Army I'm requesting the shadowbolts , we have spotted the wonderbolts in the area along with several TIE interceptors , repeat requesting shadowbolts assistance” I said .

“Rodger that Were on our way” . I knew that voice that raspy tomboy voice . Captain Rainbow Dash of the shadowbolts .

Airblimp Shadowlightning

“Alright Shadowbolts , we've been requested by Sargent Stacatcher , she's spotted the wonderbolts , our most hated enemy in this entire war , we are to crush them and send them back to Celestia , in BODY BAGS! , we are NOT going to play nice with them , oh no Trottingham , was only our show of might , now we are going to crush them and send them back as presents from us to them” said Rainbow Dash Loud and proud .

Snowflake , Firefly , Whizzer , Wind Whistler , and Fire Blaze all understood this . “Good now then were heading out” .

Opening the door they flew out and started there trek towards Baltimare .

The one place where if captured would open up there ability to launch airstrikes anywhere including Canterlot ! . This is it Shadowbolts , lets show these Wonderbolt wannabe's what being a REAL combat flyer is all about ! . wasting no time , the shadowbolts got there followed by Nightmare Squadron right behind them .

Rainbowblitz : All wings check in

Nightmare One on stand by

Nightmare Two on stand by

Nightmare Three on Stand by

Nightmare Four on Stand by

Nightmare Five on Stand by

Nightmare Six on stand by

Nightmare Seven on Stand by

Rainbow Blitz : Copy that we are clear to engage the enemy , targets are Solar TIE Interceptors Mop the floor with them !

As Nightmare Squadron enagaged the Solar TIE interceptors so did the shadowbolts , they too engaged the wonderbolts .

Meanwhile Applejack , Kimono, and Star Catcher focused on the remaining troops .

“This was easy” said Applejack with a smirk on her face . “I agree captain , something about this was … off , almost as if they wanted us to take Baltimare , so they could try and retake it themselves” said Kimono . Star Catcher nodded in agreement , something was up and no one in the entire New Lunar Republic knows what it is .

With the Shadowbolts and Nightmare Squadron

Rainbow Dash and the Shadowbolts were locked in combat , move for move .

However her squadron had something up there sleeves . 'The Sonic blast' , in order to execute it they had to be in a circle formation to pull it off.

As they kept pushing the Wonderbolts back something clicked in Captain Spitfire's mind , it was the way she fought , her movements were something she never saw before in this mare , but that was neither the time for that .

As for Nightmare Squadron took out three out of four Solar Tie interceptors.  “This is Nightmare one I'm going in” said Sky Dancer . “Copy that” replied Rainbow Blitz. .

Sky Dancer had her target right where she wanted it , she opened fire with several of her missiles but much to her surprise it had shields .

“This is nightmare One, we have a problem, repeat these fighters have shields!” said Skydancer .

“ Rodger that , alright switchover to gatling guns” said Rainbow Blitz . All of nightmare squadron was able to take down the Solar TIE interceptors .

But the battle was far from over while Baltimare was captured the ground and air forces had to wait for reinforcements so they could hold off any more enemy forces .

Back in Orbit of Jupiter

Adam's POV

My ship was being pelted again with turbolasers from the crippled Mark I stardestroyer . And I had just about enough of this . “Target the crippled stardestroyer , and fire archer missiles” I said .

The NLR Once More Unto the Breach opened fire with an entire payload of Archer missiles destroying the wedged shaped ship in entire fireball twisted metal and debris everywhere . “Status on the fleet?” I asked .

“Were holding sir , but barely with these reinforcements baring down on us we might not hold out much longer” said Bon Bon .

“Just do what you can , I think it's time we can take them and win this fight” I said .

I rounded up what was left of my fleet and engaged in a final fight to beat them. “Sir , there sending over boarding craft!” said Lyra in alarm .

Blast it ! , well time to grab my weapons and hall flank  I thought . I got up out of my chair and headed over towards my ready room .

Once inside I grabbed my M55B assault rifle , my M6D Magnum pistol and my new armor that was tested , marine armor with a built in energy shield .

I put it on and was able to strap on my weapons easily . Smirking inwardly I walked out with my helmet and slipped it on .

I walked into the elevator and set up several lines of defense with barricades and miniguns and traps . It's not like there going to be seeing this  . With everyone in position the traps set , all we had to do was wait .

The door opened and out came the same soldiers but they were wearing Stormtrooper armor ? Raising an eyebrow I simply told everyone to open fire . An entire hailstorm of bullets make contact shredding there armor like it was tinfoil .

The solar stormtroopers took what cover they could find and tired to return fire but all we heard was explosion after explosion after explosion .

This was just too rich , they aren't even trying .

This is too easy , and here I thought they would be … ah crap this isn't good ! I thought . Out stepped there commander in stormtrooper commando armor .

I looked to my left and right and what he saw , he saw dead bodies of his own soldiers everywhere until he called in for reinforcements . “Sargent” I called . “yes sir” said Bullet Striker .

“Listen up , when the reinforcements arrive , hold them off including there commander , just do what we did last time with Admiral Sparkles boarding action , remember don't I repeat , DON'T let them take this ship!” I said seriously .

“Rodger that” said Bullet striker . “Seville to Bolt Tightener” . “Bullet Tightener here” said Bullet tightener .

“Channel the extra energy from the generators into the weapons mostly the MAC ! We have to take out this fleet as quick as we can” I said .

“No problem sir” Said Bullet Striker  .

As for me , more solar stormtroopers came pouring out of the door to the hanger bay , all we did was mow them down . However what I didn't see coming was that these stormtroopers were carrying thermal detonators .

Several stormtroopers tossed them and it took awhile for them to explode, several of my troops died the rest were taking cover and the fire fight continue bullets and blasterbolts .

I shot a couple of solar stormtroopers right in the head .

The rest of my men were able to mow down as many as they could , once again a stupid fresh commander not knowing what to do . This war might is pretty much in our favor . “Push them Back!” ordered Bullet Striker .

Grabbing there weapons our troops were able to push them back into the hanger and watch them take off , only to be shot down by our longsword fighters . I got back to the bridge and the rest of the battle went in my favor .

More and more of the Mark I stardestroyers were falling as were there fighters , finally our fleet or what's left of it pulled back to the planet Equiss .

As we deployed ground reinforcements towards AJ's group for a little extra security . We have taken Baltimare in the name of Princess Luna and Princess Star Chaser .

Baltimare , Equestria

I soon landed on the ground in Baltimare , scanning around I saw the remains of several walkers and even saw a whole entire battalion of soldiers from the Solar Empire .

“Good Job Applejack , of course this battle was easy , but I thin that they might be taking us seriously anymore”I said .

“Ah think your right , ah think we need to take another city , and ah think ah know just the one “ smirked Applejack . “Oh , which one?” I asked . “Fillydelphia and or Manehatten” said Rainbow Blitz .

Sure he looked like Rainbow Dash and all but he's his own pony . “ we could take Manehatten followed by Ponyville” suggested Kimono .

Thinking it over she's right , take Manehatten , the Ponyville along with Fillydelphia and finally Canterlot , it's Canterlot where we break out everything cause we haven't seen the pony SPARTANS as of yet though .

“Alright , Manehatten it is , but we will need to go over a few things , oh and build a dock as well here in Baltimare” I said .

“Oh don't worry , I'm already having the construction ponies work on that” said Star Chaser as she emerged from the pelican . “I see then , should we not secure Baltimare ?” I asked .

“Indeed I am moving pelican loads of citizens to both Trottingham and now Baltimare , as we should be able to spread out a bit instead of being cramped on the moon all the time , as my sister has agreed” said Star Chaser .

“Very well then , the battle that I fought in space was , well to say was challenging somehow one of the lead ships called in reinforcements from somewhere and most of our fleet got torn up badly” I said .

“It seems that they are learning somehow, no matter what about there boarding parties?” asked Luna .

“There still using the same tactics as before scramble to cover , take the armory then one deck at a  time before getting to the bridge” I said .

Later after the town was secured , they had an army and airforce base built along with any extra ground vehicles off loaded from other ships in the lunar fleet , air blimps now patrol the lunar sky .

And you could say that the night is going to last forever ! , which is something that I like .

While Pinkie Pie threw one of her 'Victory' parties all I did was hang around mingle with a few ponies . Heck even made Rainbow Dash laugh so hard she was nearly crying at a few of my jokes .

The party was quite enjoyable , heck even Vinyl and Clock music gave one heck of a concert you could say which had the ponies really 'boogie' to the beat .

Although I do fear that they may try and take back Baltimare and or Trottingham we are going to need another alliance , well I'm thinking on the griffins I thought .

“Princess Luna , we might need one more alliance” I said . “Oh and who might it be?” asked Luna .

“well what about the griffins , when they heard Celestia become a tyrant they were looking to stop her , I think tomorrow would be a perfect time to ally with them” I stated .

The lunar princess thought it over and agreed that she would be the one to make the alliance while I watch over Baltimare and start to setup some kind of city wide network so they can start to broadcast there news .

I agreed , and tomorrow would be it where we take Manehatten , it's more than likely that they may have new technologies  . Tomorrow this war is going to get even uglier ! Count on it .

With Silver Fire

He was barely able to escape it's almost as if his men were incontinent morons or , was it the other way around ? . He was walking home towards Canterlot until he saw something head towards him .

It was Princess Celestia and who is that beside her ? Surely it wasn't Princess Cadence , it must be somepony else .

The chariot set down allowing him to board it . The chariot took off in the air heading back towards Canterlot . “Tell met what happened” said Celestia .

“Well , when we arrived , the lunar forces were setup more organized this time , they had different tanks and even a new squadron, our own wonderbolts barely held there own against the more trained Shadowbolts lead by Captain Rainbow Dash , also there military is getting more orginaized as well , they now have a naval dock , and plan to openly engage us in naval warfare” reported Silver Fire .

The solar princess thought it over and realized that Silver Fire was right . “Also as for our ground forces , they need to be taught guerrilla warfare and tactics” added Silver Fire .

On the way back she saw a burnt looking Solar Flare .

His commander , Burnin Sun was no where to be found , most likely dead at the battlefield . One the chariot arrived at Canterlot the quickly rushed Solar Flare to the hospital to recover .

They headed back to the castle and at that point Celestia was fuming , another loss ?! First Trottingham , Now Baltimare ?! “how many more losses must we take before we can turn this war in our favor” muttered Celestia .

She had to do something about this rebellion , already they were gaining ground , it wouldn't be long before they march upon Canterlot . “Princess if I may” said Silver Fire calmly . “well go ahead” stated Celestia .

“like I said we need to train our soldiers in guerrilla war fare tactics because we have never dealt with a war like this nor your own sister!” said Silver Fire.

“I suppose that could happen” she said . As the day went by Celestia was working on a few more ideas for this war and how she could best her sister .

So by the reports that I'm getting Luna's Forces are better trained than our own , they have a superior Air Force , a Superior Army ,and a Superior Fleet , however they plan to work on now there own Navy . Thought Celestia .

She soon reached her own chambers and collapsed on the bed with the door shut . She had to think of another way to take down her sister . I could use nuclear weapons , that would give us an edge in this war and it would wipe out any and ALL traces of Lunar forces no matter what , oh Celestia your a genius , not even Twilight is aware of it as of yet , I'll let her know sooner or later !, Luna you have really met your own match !

TBC in Chapter 7 another Alliance with Griffins

Chapter 7 Alliance with the Griffin Empire and Discussion of Attacking Canterlot

A/n: well now we have the seventh chapter to My Little Pony : The New Lunar Republic , enjoy  :)

Baltimare , Equestria

Everypony was already doing what they normally do , securing the town , building an army base and an air force base .

But something new was being built in Baltimare , a Naval base , now those ponies who wanted to enter the Navy can do so . Meanwhile a special ship was being built just for Princess Luna , the NLR eclipse.

A destroyer class armed with several thousand archer missiles , 10 50mm gun defense turrets and able to launch F 15, F 18, F 22, and F 14 fighter jets  and 24 mil hind helicopters.

“Now my sister is going to be in charge for the day , I know I can trust her . You however , are going to be also in charge of the security here , making sure that everything is going smoothly upon my return as I am going to be making an alliance with the Griffin Empire” said Luna .

“No problem sister , everything shall be under control when you return” said Star Chaser proudly .

“Lets keep it that way dear sister, well I had best be off” said Luna . She turned and walked towards her newly built vessel got on board and it soon was underway .

After waiting I soon returned to my temporary home , and figured I'd wait for a while since hardly anything concerning me ever happens.

Hours later Rainbow Dash returned from training the newbie Shadowbolts as there names are Night Shade , Paradise , Purple Flash , and Star Catcher .

We talked about our days and she told me that not a single pony gave her lip about the training she was giving them .

I wasn't surprised as she does have a lot of authority over the others . As we talked I saw a small orange filly and her friends play outside enjoying themselves .

“Rainbow” I said getting her attention . “yea?” she asked .

“Isn't that Scootaloo?”.

“yea that's my sister , I met her one night during a camping trip and I decided to adopt her as my own” said Rainbow Dash proudly .

“Well I'd have to say that it took a lot of guts to do what you did” I said .

Hours later Scoots came inside just plumped tired from all that 'crusading' that her friends to do earn there cutie marks . For the rest of the day or night doesn't matter , we had a good time just talking and hardly ever having to solve any problems , unless it DOES require our attention .

In Griffonia

a pair of griffins working at the docks saw a ship coming in . Thinking that it wasn't an enemy ship , they allowed it to dock a ramp was extended and lunar Princess emerged .

“Welcome , Princess Luna , our king is expecting you” said one of the griffins working at the dock. “Very well , I do want to see your king” said Luna .

Hours of walking later and she saw , griffins training ,both on the ground in a simulator , and with weapons . She soon came upon a castle and walked inside , where King Beck Slasher greeted her with a smile .

“Ah Princess Luna of the New Lunar Republic” said Beck Slasher with a smile . “I'm glad you made it , lets get you settled in” .

“That would be great as I was traveling on a ship instead of chariot” said Luna . A few minutes later and the lunar princess was all settled in .

The king gave her a tour of the castle he showed her the factory where they make there tanks and the place where they are tested .

Tanks ranging from there MBT70 main battle tank to , M55 Sheridan light tank to even there most powerful , the GDI Mammoth tank . “Is that?” asked Luna .

“yes it is the S-U 27 fighter jet along with our Harriar II , now we have a prototype in progress it's our Apocalypse tank , and will soon be built and ready to go , it will be sometime before we can get our own navy up and operational patrolling the seas” said Beck Slasher .

“I wish to discuss with you an alliance to stop my sister” said Luna getting down to business . “Very well , what happened” replied Beck Slasher .

“Sometime ago , my sister Celestia started to pass unfair laws and even pass an unfair tax on the farmers crops , a bout a week or so , She was going to give a speech , I was able to start a rebellion , which is why we are here talking about an alliance , we did take Trottingham , AFTER showing our strength , and just yesterday we took Baltimare” said Luna .

“Ah I see, well it makes sense to me , you wish to stop your sister , but can you really stop her ! Like kill her” said Beck Slasher seriously . “I can”replied Luna just as seriously .

“Good , I have just been informed that our tests for the Avcobra have been completed along with tests for our apocalypse tank . We are still working on tests for our Uh24 and our Beren Wren Gunship” added Beck Slasher .

“Anyway I also have news that we are working on our weapons as well ones like our P90 ,Walther P99 , P2K Wolfram , our MP5 , our M16 ,Vz58 assault rifle , also our energy staff and last but not least our Zat energy weapon” .

Luna was shocked and even surprised but kept her composure , she also saw works for another air to space fighter .

“Ah our pride and joy our Death glider like it's cousin the puddle jumper it can fly in the air or in space , now come I'd like you to meet my family” said Beck Slasher .

They soon found themselves in the throne room.

Where she easily spotted Gilda who had came to Ponyville once before only to cause trouble and ponies lives miserable ponies like Granny Smith , and  Fluttershy but was shooed out by Rainbow Dash her only friend . “Gilda Griffin” said Luna . “Yea your highness?” asked Gilda .

“I heard what you did in Ponyville during you first visit”. “Look I said I was sorry sheesh” said Gilda with a roll of her eyes .

“Don't you dare do that to the Princess of the New Lunar Republic young lady!” said Beck Slasher with a glare . That shut her up quickly . And a hours they signed the treaty and Luna was introduced to the family .

“This is Coldmoon , Kestrel , White Feather , Rodan , Tandy , Ice Flyer , Prince Avion , my daughter Gilda , Vesperion , Glider , Scissor salad , Cedric , and Claw Slasher” said Beck Slasher . “Tis very nice to meet you all , I am Princess Luna of the New Lunar Republic” said Luna .

“King beck slasher , do you have a wife currently?” . “No not at the moment as I don't know where she is” said Beck Slasher plainly . Nearly all the weapons were tested and soon built , over night .

All that the Griffins had to do was build there navy , which would take some time . Luna soon left to let them get some sleep . She boarded her ship and was soon underway back towards Baltiamre.

Where she would be able to get some rest from that long trip . Hours later she arrived in the harbor and the place was as normal as she left it .

Sighing she got off the ship and headed for a random motel and figured that sleeping in a real bed vs a cot would much more comfortable cause at least she would rest up and be ready for the next engagement , Manehatten! .

With Adam and Rainbow

Adam's POV

I was chilling with Rainbow cuddled up to me , I had to figure that over time she had taken a liking to me .

Though for the life of me I can't seem to figure out why … ah yea the betrayl of her friend Twilight . Looking around I saw Scootaloo , the orange filly really admires her even was adopted by Dash .

Something that I would like to do with Rainbow , but with the both of us having seperate duties with in the NLR , that would be next to impossible .

But then again , maybe it could work . Thinking back if someone told me that I would be fighting in a war , I would have told them to F off !.

Of course Rainbow would have to leave her life behind if we have to leave Equestria behind should it get too intense , like the place becoming a wasteland or something .

As for Rarity , she's been working eight hours and normally takes breaks when ever she can . I'm really glad that she joined Luna , same with Applejack and her family .

While she may have some kind of loyalty to Celestia , she saw what she had done , and frankly it makes sense to me .

Rainbow Dash joined because she knew Celestia was bad news all along .

In fact no one really disturbed me Rainbow or Scootaloo during the time that Princess Luna was gone . In fact all was quite , minus the testing of new naval vessels , beyond that hardly much required our attention .

However , with my video game knowledge I knew what ships were in front of us during that first battle in space .

Thankfully there was a knock at my door , I was able to get up in time to answer it only to find Dusk Shine there trying to look all composed .

“Excuse me , may I come in?” asked Dusk Shine . I allowed him entry and that's when the panic and ALL the commotion fell right into place thankfully Rainbow told scoots to head upstairs for the moment .

“Alright Dusk Shine, what is it” I said . “You won't believe what I heard from Elusive AND Rarity” said Dusk Shine in a panic . “Oh ? And what might that be?” I asked .

“CLESTIA IS BUILDING NUCELEAR WEAPONS!” shouted Dusk shine . I was in shock ! Celestia , Nuclear weapons !? She clearly is nuts ! . I looked towards Rainbow and she had the same shocked expression on her face .

“Warn Princess Star Chaser and her royal family!, it sounds like we need to kick this war up a notch” I said .

In a flash of light he was gone , I couldn't believe what I had just heard Celestia building Nuclear weapons , weapons that can destroy the landscape of Equestria as we , WE know it .

“Rainbow , this is going to sound really weird , but I think it's time that we call a lunar meeting , right away” I said Seriously . She nodded and flew out of my door and started to round up everypony of the military .

Hours later we met at town hall , looking around the room I saw the top officers of the lunar military even members of the royal family , ones like Prince Artemis , Nightmare Dancer , and Eclipse execpt a small alicorn filly by the name of Nyx wasn't here .

“Alright I had just heard from Dusk Shine , that Celestia is building Nuclear missiles and more than likely plans to end ALL life on Equestria !” announced Luna .

Everypony was in shock , some of the royal family was unnerved , others however were down right angry . Who can blame them .

“but we have a plan , which is why we are bringing up a new sub branch with in the both the army and the marines , I plan to bring in the black ops” . “Princess if I may” said Nightmare Dancer . “Do go ahead Nightmare” said Star Chaser .

“as you are no doubt aware , with that kind of power Celestia has , she could wipe out as my aunt Luna put 'All life on Equestria as we know it , it would become an uninhabitable wasteland , however I purpose a plan that we take Canterlot directly to end this threat before that can happen” said Nightmare Dancer .

“An excellent idea , as part of the Lunar Royal family we will ALL be there to see it through to the end , my sister Princess Luna has already made alliances with the Changelings and the Griffins our niece however Princess Cadence is somewhat allied with Princess Celestia but she will betray her niece and set out on her own” . Said Prince Eclipse.

“he's right , we should commit all of our forces for a push on Canterlot” added a new Pony named Midnight .

I looked around and spotted him , he looked different then that shining armor dude . Meanwhile while everypony was debating I kept my mouth shut and just simply let it go until they rested there eyes on me .

“Oh your looking at me for something to add to this?” I asked . “Well here it is , I say we make a direct assault on Canterlot , but we cannot as we need our allies to hurry up with there tech” .

“That does make some sense , however once they are ready , then so are we , it is then we make the march towards Canterlot , scratch any idea of taking Manehatten, Fillydelphia or Ponyville , everyother city will fall in place once the capital is captured” said Midnight Sky .

“He does present a good point, I have a question , should we check on our allies progress on there technology?” asked Black Knight . “I believe we can do just that , after all one of us can go to the badlands , while the other goes to Griffonia” said Luna .

“That does make sense , however , how are we going to stop Celestia from doing something like this?” asked Lunar Shadow.

“I have no answer to that , I guess after taking Canterlot or ALL of Equestria we execute her” I said . “What ? , does anyone have any better ideas than that ?”  . All I got was silence , dead utter silence .

Sighing Princess Luna agreed to a public execution of her sister Celestia .

Once the meeting adjourned I got to talk with some members of the royal family , who were awesome ones like Prince Artemis , Nightmare Dancer , and Eclipse . And we all agreed that Celestia has to be taken down , one way or another .

The Very Next Morning

Baltimare , Equestria

Both Luna and Artemis went there own ways , Luna was heading towards the Badlands to check in on the Changelings development , while Artemis was going to Griffonia to check on the griffins . Hours later they were gone , Luna driving a warthog and Artemis on a ship .

As for the others everypony in the military contacted Trottingham and had there forces ready in case they had to march for Canterlot .

A few hours later both returned saying that it would take time for the final few things to get developed and ready in time , however both promised that they would be ready by the final battle .

Adam looked towards Rainbow who only nodded both knowing that this war is going to drag on and on until Celestia only dies .

Soon it was time , the other four ponies of the Lunar Royal family had to depart via pelican that was bound for Moon city , they had to head back there towns that were built before the Battle for Trottingham

Moon City

Prince Artemis and the rest of the royal family returned to Moon City .

Where they decided to colonize the rest of the moon with cities named  Showering Stars , Lunar Eclipsed ,  New Canterlot , and New Ponyville . The other three members are working on a special project that will use the mono rail system to connect the three cities together .

“Listen , if this is to work , then our three cities will be connected” said Artemis . “I agree as it will for the population to interact with each other” added Prince Eclipse . Nightmare Dancer agreed .

“Very well then , here it is . Since the war is already going on , what we should do about this is just ready our forces to join Luna's and Star Chasers in space , on the ground,  out in the ocean , or in the air . Really battle the Solar Empire” said Prince Artemis seriously . The others agreed however it will be time before there forces are ready .

Baltimare , Equestria

When the news spread quickly that Celestia was building nuclear weapons . Everypony was scared of what would happen next . How could I blame them , the fillies and colts wanted there parents , even Scootaloo and Nyx , she decided to stay here at Baltimare .

I looked towards the window and thought to myself at this point we will have to stop Celestia from turning Equestria into a total wasteland … if we can that is . I saw Rainbow Dash slip a wing around my arm giving me the best smile she could .

“Look I know Celestia's Evil and all , but after we capture those cities have to march to Canterlot , to convince her that this is wrong” said Rainbow urgently .

“yea I know , but I'm in doubt that she would listen I fear it might be worse than what we are lead to believe” I said .

Agreeing we put the two to bed . Thankfully me and Rainbow staid up and decided to watch TV , yea the ponies invented TV and now I hear that they might be inventing the news like they did with using news papers .

While I am very surprised for something like this , however though .

They will need it when they go live broadcasting the final battle and the aftermath . As always Rainbow fell asleep again , cuddling up next to me with a content smile on her face.

With Princess Luna

Luna finally awoke and figured she would head back to Moon City , to keep an eye on things , she wrote a quick note to her sister telling her she would be heading back towards Moon city to help with the defense network .

She soon placed it by her sisters side and called down a lunar pelican .

By the time it was here and gone Star Chaser awoke to find a note by her bedside . Opening it read the following

Dear Star Chaser ,

I am headed back to Moon City to over see the construction of the Lunar Defense Network .

Also we are construction a new building for the New Lunar Republic as we are going to be broadcasting news over something Adam told me is called a TV .

As it should help us with spreading the word about joining up with the New Lunar Republic , but onto more important business .

I am also going to over see construction of several new Vehicles , weapons , armor , and the progress of our Spartans as we are going to be using them in the coming battles

your sister , Luna

After putting the letter down Star Chaser got up out of bed and did her morning rituals  . Finally she was ready for handling Baltimare as it would need a local mayor to help run it . Hours later a pony by the name of Candy Corn volunteered to run Baltimare .

Moon City

Luna was overlooking some of the designs for the new vehicles , and was very impressed seeing the entire arsenal line up .

This is perfect , just perfect ! Come Canterlot , we will easily take it over without any problems but knowing Celestia she's going to have the Canterlot Defense Force or the CDF defending Canterlot … however I plan to squash them with our entire arsenal of ground and fighter jets Thought Luna .

She soon came across several interesting blueprints for new fighter jets ones like .

The F a 23 tactical fighter , F 14 Tomcat , F 23 Black Widow , Fa 27 Sting Ray . As for tanks she had interesting blueprints as well .

Ones like , Vk2801 , JagdPzIV , Type S2E21 , Lunar Leopard 2a8 , TR 25 Caprelli ,Tigera and the S3E10 . For Helicopters she had blueprints like , the Mil24 hind .

And there was one more blueprint she had with her in fact it was several blueprints for new weapons , ones like the NLR Assault Rifle , the Xm24 lunar assault rifle , the NLR Sniper Rifle , Hk 417 dmr , and several shotgun blueprints .

She then took them to bubble berry who said he would have his men get right to work on those . He told Luna that he can have them done before the final battle . Soon Celestia you will know the true meaning of fear from the New Lunar Republic ! Thought Luna as she walked back to her chambers to get some much needed rest .

Baltimare , Equestria .

Everypony was worried sick about these Nuclear weapons that Celstia is building .

But they have no idea as to when she's going to use them .

Meanwhile Dusk Shine was working on a special kind of spell to create a pony from nothing . It's tricky , but Dusk Shine , being the smart unicorn that he is can figure it out.

Back with Nyx she was introduced to Sweetie Belle and Appelbloom , and Scootaloo along with there brothers Applebuck , Sweepie Belle , and Scootaroll.

Who all hung out the rest of the day , wondering when they grow up will they be able to help out in the war ? .

“Hey guys?” asked Nyx . “if and when we do grow up , you think we can sign up for the NLR Military?” .

Sweetie Belle thought it over for a moment and shook her head .

“No I really want to be like my sister Rarity , and have a career of my own like Singing” said Sweetie Belle . “If mah sis is leading the troops , then ah'll help her , any way possible” said Applebloom firmly.

“yea same with me , I'll help Rainbow Dash any way that I can not because I obsess over her , because she's my sister and I love her” said Scootaloo .

“yea with her , both me and my sister plan to help our older sister one way or another” added Scootaroll .

“Well I think I plan to have my career in music” said Sweepy Belle .

“Ah also plan to help mah family as well” added Applebuck.

Everypony nodded at what they were going to do when they were all grown up . As for Nyx she plans to help out more in the Lunar Royal Family .

Adam was still fast asleep with Rainbow , who just enjoys him as he was there for her when she was vulnerable from the beginning , though her friends tried to help her , they didn't know what to do at first .

He came along and helped her when she needed it , she was his shoulder to cry on  , he listened while she talked heck even vented .

And over time they both became closer and closer as friends and co workers in the military . But she also had her team to help her , her own team that she trained and worked with , even one on one .

Even Spike has support as well , ponies like Dusk Shine , Elusive , Rarity , Bubble Berry , Pinkie Pie , Butterscotch , Fluttershy , Barbra , Applebloom , Sweeteie Belle his own fillyfriend , Scootaloo , Applebuck , Sweepy Belle , and Scootaroll .

The mane 5 came out stronger from the pain that they were dealt at the start of the war . Even her human friend just listened and not uttered a single word .

Meanwhile Star Chaser was also drawing up a new design plan for the NLR , said plan was a design for the Howitzer cannon . Once she got the chance she boarded a pelican back to moon city to deliver the blueprint to none other than Bubble berry .

Canterlot , Equestria

Celestia was soon grinning like a madmare , as she saw her first nuclear warhead completed , it had yet to be tested .

I think i'll save this warhead in case Canterlot IS taken Thought Celestia , like a tyrant , she became what is known to ponies as a madmare .

But for her she is able to keep her cool and not go nuts with power .

Meanwhile she was looking over a few things however hardly much interested her , it was either stupid or it just won't work .

Moon City

Bullet Striker and Bolt Tightener were once again laughing like colts when they heard what happened at Baltimare .

“Dude , Celestia building nuclear weapons ? , that's something new” said Bullet Striker . “yea I know , besides did you see the royal family , they seem nice to talk to”said Bolt Tightener .

“yea that Prince Eclipse , I can get along with him , without him being uptight like that Prince BlueBlood always is” said Bullet Striker .

“yea , hey did Clashing Blade ever meet him at the Gala?” asked Bolt Tightener curious . “No I don't think so , but he did ask about it when he was working with Rarity one day” said Bullet Striker .

“Oh ? What was he doing at Carrousel Boutique ?” asked Bolt Tightener .

“Well if I remember , he was modeling for one of her dresses , since she couldn't get Rainbow Dash to do it” said Bullet Striker with a snicker .

That got the both of them laughing at that . Just then Clashing Blade decided to join them along with his friends Apocalypse and Archangel . “Well what's so funny?” asked Clashing Blade . The two stallions stopped laughing and told Clashing blade who blushed .

“hey it was only one day , and Rainbow Dash wouldn't even do it , besides she couldn't stand still as she always needs to keep moving” said Clashing Blade .

Of course the five of them started to talk up a storm , and all through the day they talked about what things were like before all of this .

“you know since we have the Royal family with us and what not , I think we have a chance” said Bullet Striker . “Yea even Apocalypse is soon to be working with Rainbow Dash in the Shadowbolts” said Archangel .

“W-well I haven't had time to get into the academy as of yet , I think there most likely backed up in forms upon forms sent in by various ponies” stammered Apocalypse.

Everypony simply chuckled at that and just had a good ol time talking up a storm for as long as they could . “Hey what every happened to Princess BlueBelle?” asked Clashing Blade .

“Well no one really knows , I think I saw her , and what she saw horrified her so much that when she bolted some guards tried to shoot her but couldn't get a clean enough shot”stated Bolt Tightener .

Most of what he said did make sense however , Bluebelle fo the Royal family being shot at ? Now that's something of a Tyrant of a dictator .

Equiss , Equestria

Bluebelle didn't know how long she was running all she knew was that her own aunt had the guards open fire .

Why Celestia ?! , Why would you do that to me , I thought I was family to you?!. Thought Bluebelle angrily .

Though she was wounded thankfully a few doctors patched her up , when she reached places like Fillydelphia , or Dodge Junction , heck even Manehatten . She looked at all the propganda and was confused .

Luna and her sister a traitor ? That's unheard of ? But why … unless she betrayed her sister so she could restore harmony and balance to ALL Equestria .

Over the course of her travels she was taught how to fight by various teachers . Something she never had the chance to do in Canterlot , and one day she plans to take down Celestia , by any means necessary !.

She was on her way towards another city according to the map , Appleloosa . Where she would rest and maybe stay there for the moment .

Hopefully I can at least start to figure things out for a bit  .

When she got the chance she would purchase a weapon for self protection and several clips worth of ammo .

Her weapon of choice was the NLR acr assault rifle , she also chose a side arm as well her side arm of choice was the walther p99 pistol , which she got from someone within the griffin Empire .

Celestia you ! Are going to pay with your life . Thought Bluebell .

Hours later she saw no solar guards , so quickly she entered the town , bought a room and set all her stuff down and decided she would unpack later after a nap .

Baltimare

all of the military ponies including Adam , Rainbow , the CMC , Nyx and , a few local guards left.Except for a the local NLR police who are going to be keeping the peace .

So frankly both Trottingham and Baltiamre are now under the direct control of the NLR and under the protection as well .

Other than that , everything was peacefull , heck even Star Chaser decided to leave , she had to get back to her sister and meet up with the rest of the royal family .

The pelican started to life off from the pad , and with it's door closed and landing gear up , it took off into the sky with all engines at full .

Not a word was spoken during the trip , as they needed to get back to there lives on the moon . And Dash should resume training for the rookies and even train the more experienced Shadowbolts .

So it was going to be a long day with everypony working hard , both in the army ,in the marines , in the Navy , in the Air Force , and even in Lunar Space Division .

Everyone had there work cut out for them and with hardly much in the way of breaks they'll have to find time to hang out with eachother .

Chapter 8 The Battle for Manehatten

a/n: well here we are chapter 8 leave a review and enjoy :)

Moon City

It's been a few hours since the pelicans landed , and everyone got off . Rainbow Adam and her little sister Scootaloo headed for home , cause soon would be yet another battle .

Bullet Striker , Apocalypse , Archangel , Clashing Blade , and Bolt Tightener all headed to a natural place known as the Sea of Tranquility .

Where they saw a statue of Princess Luna and Princess Star Chaser . As for the soldiers they normally found there way  with going to a local club to burn off the extra energy .

Applejack and the rest of the apple family all remained on the moon to continue harvesting apples and moon fruit .

Rarity and Elusive were working on the latest clothes , Fluttershy and Butterscotch tended to the patients along with caring for the animals at there new cottage , and as for Dusk Shine , he simply kept the library running like normal .

Princess Luna and Princess Star chaser were walking in the garden talking about whatever came to there minds . “You know sister , why did the royal family bring up the idea of the execution of your own sister?” asked Star Chaser curiously .

Luna sighed knowing that her sister would ask such a question , but it couldn't be helped .

“You see during the lunar meeting I was forced into such a decision , I had no idea that such a suggestion would be brought up like that” admitted Luna .

Shocked Star Chaser didn't say a word , however knew she had to talk to the rest of the lunar family to try and convince them that there might be another way .

“Sister I have an idea , how about I go and talk to the lunar family and see IF I can convince them of another way besides murdering our older sister” said Star Chaser .

Smiling a bit , Luna knew she could rely on her sister to make changes that might benefit the New Lunar Republic .

“Alright then , that is going to be your task but if there is another way , then I'll try and open the lines of diplomacy IF possible” said Luna .

“Alright dear sister , good luck” said Star Chaser . She walked all the way towards the monorail system and boarded the train that was bound for the city known as Showering Stars .

Walking towards one of the cars , as there were a few ponies . Some were shocked to see a princess take a train instead of a chariot .

But Star Chaser ignored them , and paid her ticket . Hours later the train was underway towards the city of Showering Stars .

At Showering Stars

The local prince by the name of Artemis was working on some designs . Mostly designs for other fighter jets , along with new weapons , and some tanks .

What he didn't expect was to see Star Chaser here unexpectedly . There was a knock at the door of his private work room.”Come in” said Artemis . Opening the door was Princess Star Chaser .

Artemis looked up and saw his sister Star Chaser standing there with a smile on her face . “Star Chaser dearest Sister , this is unexpected  what brings you here?” asked Artemis happily .

“I want you to listen to me , killing Celestia isn't the right thing, we should try and open the lines of diplomacy and ask for her surrender , before she can causes future harm to Equestria and her own subjects” said Star Chaser getting to the point . Artemis’s smile faded , as he didn't know what to say about what Star Chaser had put on the table .

“Open the lines of Diplomacy you say? , I hate to break it to you dear sister , but according to our spy network headed by Rarity , Celestia is building nuclear weapons right under our noses , and while yes myself and the rest of the lunar family were blinded by our need for justice in Celestia's death , she must be stopped . One way or another” said Artemis darkly.

“I see , well then my sister Luna is going to try and ask for Celestia's surrender , hoping she can listen to reason” stated Star Chaser .

Again Artemis was surprised he and his brother haven’t talked since the betrayel of the five elements of harmony during that day .

“I'll try and convince my brother , if I can” muttered Artemis .

Though this was an impossible task things were going her way . “Alright , we must end this war before we strike Manehatten and Fillydelphia” said Star Chaser .

She soon walked out and headed towards the train station . On the way there she thought about how this war was going to end . She soon reached the train station .

“Ah Princess Star Chaser , where to?” asked the ticket stallion . “My next stop is going to be Lunar Eclipsed” said Star Chaser .

“Ah that city is bustling with ponies , more so than Manehatten , Baltimare , and Fillydelpia combined” he said . “I see then , how soon will the train arrive?” asked Star Chaser .

“About a few hours or so” said the ticket stallion .

And just as he promised the train arrived . Star Chaser bought her ticket and took a seat next to the window. Thinking back on how it all started while she hated her sister for what she did to Luna .

I think it's time we kick this war up a notch , It's time to become NIGHTMARE MOON and show the ponies of the solar empire the meaning of true fear Thought Star Chaser .

The monorail train took off in the direction of the city or in this case metropolis Lunar Eclipsed. Smiling a bit , she had to talk to  prince Eclipse , in hopes she can convince him that death should be a last resort option .

Back with Luna

Luna decided that it was time to open the lines of diplomacy in hopes that talking some reason or sense into her own sister would help . She got out her quill and some paper and began to write a letter asking for her surrender .

Dear Celestia of the Solar Empire ,

This is Princess Luna of the New Lunar Republic speaking on behalf of the Lunar Royal Family .

We humbly request that you surrender before anymore bloodshed is to happen , the royal family calls for your head , I don't want to happen Sister ! , I only want to help you .

Please don't force me to end your life of this I beg you , not as a leader of  the New Lunar Republic , not as Princess , but as your sister .

Even my younger Star Chaser is attempting to reconsider there choice on your own life Celestia .

If you Surrender then Equestria can flourish without further bloodshed , and the conquering of town after town .

Also if you do reply to this letter with your intent of surrender , then we will call off our forces and end this war peacefully , is that not what you want sister ? Peace and harmony throughout ALL of Equestria .

I hope you consider what I'm asking and I await your reply

signed ,

Princess Luna , Co-Ruler of the New Lunar Republic .

Luna soon sent it off towards Celestia and decided to do other things at the moment while the reply from Celestia takes awhile .

Equiss , Equestria , Canterlot

A letter materilized in front of Celestia ,surprised it had the NLR logo as the stamping . Opening it she read it and was surprised it was from her sister , her traitorous sister Luna ! .

Nice try luna , but not unil we meet face to face all three of us At Canterlot ! Thought Celestia . She got out her solar quill and paper and wrote her reply .

Dear Princess Luna ,

This is your sister Princess Celestia of the Solar Empire speaking . While I am quite shocked to get a letter from my own sister who is a traitor ! .

Sorry but no I don't plan to surrender anytime too soon ! . Which is why I plan to wait until we are all together like one big happy family .

Honestly princess Luna , you haven't the faintest of an idea of what I'm trying to accomplish here , I'm trying to protect the old ways of Equestria .

As for you and your regime of terrorists I will not surrender to a bunch of terrorists and rebels , not to you nor anypony including the Lunar Royal family ! .

I will however say that I do consider your 'attempt' at opening the lines of diplomacy which is unheard of .

But that is neither here nor there . Your 'request' for my surrender and ending this war 'peacefully' is NOT going to happen , not until your rebellion is crushed ! .

And I will plan to see that through to the end , so don't plan on me surrendering anytime too soon .

And I also wield the elements of harmony so  can easily take you down easily , and with out me who is going to raise the sun ?

Signed ,

Princess Celestia of the Solar Empire

PS : you and me are no longer sisters , consider us mortal enemies on the battlefield !

Celestia soon sent the letter with a evil grin on her face . Knowing that this war is going to drag on for centuries to come .

However she also had to have her weapons and vehicle team develop several new vehicles for the Royal Canderlot Defense Force or the RCDF for short .

And she knew just the tank . She got out her design plans of the M4A1 main battle tank along with plans for a MIG 1 44 MII , and the  Rc x8 .

As for her commander of the RCDF , she chose ultra Magnum a pegasus , that is able to wield a hammer on the battlefield and is the second in command of Captain max Mustang . Hours later she delivered the plans to her weapons / vehicle department .

This is perfect , soon I will crush the New Lunar Republic come Canterlot , I am merely testing there strength to see if they can stand up to the full might of the SolarEmpire ! Thought Celestia .

She soon dropped off the desgin plans , who better to be in charge of the weapons /vehicle department was none other than fleur .

“I want these vehicles built come the final battle should it happen” ordered Celestia .

“At once princess , I'll have them ready by then” said Felur . Taking the design plans on his back the soon disappeared behind a door .

And that was her que to leave and do other things . She had Silver Fire once again lead a larger force of 90,000 troops to Manehatten .

While she had Shinning Armor lead a force of 80,000 troops to attack Cloudsdale tomorrow . “at once Princess , I won't fail you” said Silver fire . “See to it that you don't” said Celestia firmly.

Moon City

Hours later after her walk in the garden admiring the beauty of the flowers and the plants . She headed back towards the throne room to find a letter in her seat .

Opening she thought she would find that her sister would come to her senses and end this war before more bloodshed could happen .

After reading the reply , Luna's rage nearly boiled over .

I see my sister won't listen to me ! , that's fine I'll assemble the army and get her attention ! And this is to be it , then fine  thought Luna  . Quickly she set the letter aside and told her lunar dragon friend quil feather .

“Quil Feather , I need you to send letters to the entire Lunar Army , telling them to assemble in the war room , we attack Manehatten” said Luna .

Nodding Quil feather got right to work , sending letter after letter to every single soldier every single officer of the four branches nearly five of the lunar military .

“I'm done princess , now can I get a nap?” asked Quil Feather tiredly. “Yes you can” said Luna with a smile .

Lunar Eclipsed

The train soon arrived in Lunar Eclipsed . Star Chaser stepped off the train in search for Prince Eclipse, in hopes she could talk some sense into him .

She soon found him at a library getting a book of some sort . Once he arrived back in his home she decided that now would be a good time to talk some sense into him . She knocked on his door and awaited a reply from the other side .

With Prince Eclipse ,

Prince Eclipse heard the knock and decided it was another one of those crazy ponies posing as a reporter .

“yea I hear you , if  your one of those ponies posing as reporters , I'll send you to tartarus” muttered Eclipse . He opened the door and let his sister Star Chaser inside .

He was surprised to see her here in Lunar Eclipsed . “Star chaser sister , what brings you here?” asked Eclipse .

“Listen don't kill our older sister , lets try and negociate with her first asking for her surrender , and if that doesn't work then we talk with her face to face” pleaded Star Chaser .

Sighing he offered her a seat and some tea , he told her of how he and the others wanted her dead just because she's building nuclear weapons .

“Look I think that none of us were in the right frame of mind and jumped to conclusions too quickly , however we should use death as a last option” admitted Eclipsed . Sighing Star Chaser set her cup of tea down and hugged her brother out of kindness .

She soon finished her tea and headed out out of her brothers house and back towards the train station to head for the next city to visit , New Ponyville .

A place watched over by a pony named Nightwish . Nightwish is unlike the arrogant and stuck up Prince Blueblood .

She soon boarded the monorail train towards New Ponyville then finally New Canterlot and then back to Moon City .

While she sat at the window , she had to wonder if the lunar royal family is actually listening to her or brushing her off like an annoying sister ? , one must ponder such a question at times like these .

On the train ,she saw a young filly that was alone and without her mom .

Curiously the alicorn princess approached this situation with the utmost caution as possible . “Excuse me young one?” asked Star Chaser nicely .

The young filly looked up and was surprised to see Princess Star Chaser . “P-Princess Star Chaser” she said shocked . “yes but what are you doing on a train and so far from home?” asked Star Chaser curiously .

“My mom , she's gone” said the filly sadly . “Oh and what's your name?” . “My name is Dark glimmer” said DarkGlimmer .

“Well , I think your mom , is very worried about you and wondering where you are” said Star Chaser . “Acutally she was killed during the battle for Baltimare”stated Dark Glimmer .

“Well you are always welcome to live in the castle , we will all take care of you” offered Star Chaser . “Thank you Princess , I think I'm on my way to New Canterlot to visit my brother Star Marker” said Dark Glimmer . After that conversation , Star Chaser sighed knowing that she had her brother to take care of her .

Back at Showering Stars

Prince Artemis got started on his letter for his brother Solaris . Knowing that he okay but needs to help end this war . Just in hopes he can at least convince his brother that this war is going to destroy ALL life within Equestria .

Dear Solaris ,

I am writing to you on behalf of the Lunar Royal Family , on behalf of the New Lunar Republic I am asking that you end this war before , not only more blood is spilt but , more destruction happens .

Your sister Celestia is a tyrant , already we found out that she is building Neuclear weapons to make Equestria into uninhabitable wasteland ! .

Please stop her , before she is turns evil and is a threat to herself and those around her , of this I beg of you brother .

Signed

Prince Artemis of The New Lunar Republic and of the Lunar Royal Family

Artemis soon sent off the letter in hopes he too would get a reply from his brother .

But also in fear that his own brother , his own flesh and blood , would not listen to him . So he decided to send off a letter to his sister Luna .

Dear Luna ,

I am writing this to you , and this is urgent , as you know , I have sent a letter to my brother , since your sister Star Chaser convinced me to try and talk some reason to my brother Solaris .

Were you able to get Celestia to either end this war or at least pose a cease fire of some sort ? .

Cause I fear that something like that most likely won't happen however though the thing is that if this  works we can hold off attacking Manehatten , but if not then I guess we go forward with the attack plan .

Myself and the other members of the Royal family have our forces ready to go so yes we will be joining you in this battle that you can count on ! .

But enough about that , if a reply does come , then maybe we can end this war of right here and now , but if not then we press forward taking every single city until we can march for Canterlot and take it .

Signed

Prince Artemis

Artemis soon sent the letter towards Luna all the way in Moon City .

Waiting he got his response from Solaris , and it wasn't good to hear . Flaring up he grabbed his military gear , locking his door on the way outside .

He headed towards the train station , and hours later boarded it , bound for Moon City . He radioed his forces to meet with him in Moon City .

Hours later , arrived at Moon City , he soon marched with his forces towards the War room and had them stationed with Luna and Star Chasers forces .

New Ponyville

Of course that's when Star Chaser was able to talk some sense into Night Wish . And of course she said she would rally her forces and head to Moon City as well . Hours later Star Chaser was on her way towards home . Both Star Chaser and Night Wish both boarded the next Monorail train back towards Moon City .

NightWish : This is Nightwish to ALL Lunar forces under my command , we are heading towards Moon City with our sister Star Chaser , however .

This time we are also marching towards Manehatten to take it in the name of the New Lunar Republic .

Meet me at the Moon City Castle , where most if not the entire Royal family is going to be there for the briefing over and out

Once the transmission was sent , whoever it was on the other side that received it alerted his troops and so began the march towards a special kind of train , an armored train that would head directly towards the castle .

Moon City

Meanwhile Luna , Artemis , Eclipse , Lunar Storms , Lunar Descent , Midnight Rose , Nightmare Dancer , Star Chaser , and Night Wish . Everypony had met in the war room with all of the top ranking officers .

“Now as you all know , Manehatten holds a strategic value , as it exports and imports things from various countries , if we capture that , then we might be able to gain a as Captain Seville would put it , a 'foot' hold here in Equestria , after that we then go right into attacking Fillydelphia and finally Canterlot it's self , as Princess Luna had told hours before this briefing , same with Prince Artemis , neither Celestia nor Solaris are listening , as they had denied requests of surrendering , so it's up to us to make them surrender , as death should be considered a last option but if it comes down to it , then we will be forced to end her life” said Eclipse .

Both Luna and Star chaser flinched a bit at the word 'death' however remained stoic as possible .

Lunar Storms and Lunar Descent knew that they too would be more than likely lending a hand in the coming space battles , same with the rest of the royal family .

However though , some of said family members are going to working on the ground , while Rainbow Dash handles the shadowbolts plus a special squad is known as Black Squadron .

“now then onto the briefing it's self , from what we gathered from our spies with in the Solar Empire , one of the commanders or captains are going to be leading a force of 90,000 troops . We don't know who as of yet but intel reports suggest it could be either Shinning Armor or Silver fire , our finest stratigiest Second Lieutenant Midnight will brief you on what to do in the field” said Nightmare Dancer.

Midnight stepped up and knew what he had to do as he is a Major in the army and a higher rank than Applejack  .

“As you already aware , I am in charge of what goes on , your CO Captain Applejack , has lead our forces excellently , for that I commend her , however it's time I step in and help out this time , and this time we are going to make sure they don't get that city , but what we will give them is a hoof full of lead and then some AM I RIGHT TROOPS!” shouted Midnight . SIR YES SIR .

“ damn right I am , now then move it out double time , that includes you Captain Applejack” said Midnight .

Ah guess that makes sense , heck ah didn't know who ah answered to during the first two battles , it is nice to see that some if not the ENTIRE royal family getting involved with this war  thought Applejack as she was gearing up .

Meanwhile in another room , Midnight was also gearing up having help put on his mjolnir armor mark IV as he underwent the SPARTAN program and was known as Royal 1 .

He checked his M55B Assault rifle and it was at the full 60 clip , he also checked his side arm the M60 Magnum .

His magazine came fully loaded .

My shields are fully charged , my health shows green across the board , and my motion tracker is up and running . Perfect  Thought Midnight as he put on his helmet .

His entire team of spartans were known as Royal team , Royal 2 Midnight Sky , Royal 3 Night Angel , Royal 4 Nightshade , Royal 5 Shadow Hope , Royal 6 Tempest , and Royal 7 Midnight Blossom .

Hours later the spartans of royal team assembled for there own briefing done by Sargeant First Class NightFire  . “Alright listen up Spartans !” said Nightfire loudly .

“As you know , the army and the marines along with the air force are going to be taking the city known as Manehatten , you all are also going to be lending a hoof in this , however , according to our intel , there is somepony that might be a spy with in the ranks of either the army , marines or the air force . Find them , kill them . Now then your orders are to capture key points in this battle and if they send in reinforcements , hold the line , cause Manehatten holds a value as it exports and imports goods from all over the globe , and if we capture it then we can take fillydelphia , and finally Canterlot . These are your orders , find and kill the spy , assist in any and all assaults on Manehatten , and finally look for anything that might pertain as to how Celestia became what she is”  .

Nodding the entire spartan team saluted there commanding officer and headed off to join the rest of the army , marines , along with the Airforce at main briefing .

“Ponies of the new Lunar Republic , as you all know , we are now introducing , our newest edition to the our ground forces , Royal team lead by Sargeant Midnight followed by his entire team , they will be a new line in our defense the Spartans” Said Luna

“now then onto the briefing it's self, we are going to take the city known as Manehatten as it holds something of strategic value what it holds is what Captain Seville calls forerunner technology , if we get it , we might be able to push further where there is a strong military presence in Fillydelphia which is why if we take Manehatten first , it will force them to retake it and divert forces away from Fillydelphia , just enough for us to take the city and get some information as a bonus” said Star Chaser .

“There both right , and this time we are to make sure that we get as much information as we can ,which is why the rest of the lunar Royal family is going to be helping out with the rest of the war” said Artemis .

The rest stepped into view and revealed themselves Lunar Storms , Lunar Descent ,Crescent Song , Midnight rose , Nightmare beat , Nightwish , and Lunar shine all decked out in lunar armor.

“we are going to show the Solar Empire , that they think that they can mess with us? , there wrong it is we who is going to give them a run for there bits” said Midnight Rose . Every single pony was cheering , with the battle plan laid out everything had to go according to plan .

In Dodge Junction

Two lunar alicorns who all of ponykind thought to be dead were only mere earth ponies working away . The stallion once known as King Cosmos , and the mare once known as Queen Chernalia .

“So when do we reveal ourselves to our daughter Luna and her sister Star Chaser?” asked Cosmos curiously .

“Soon my dear , right now we have to make sure that she's safe , from any kind of attack from her older sister Celestia , whom I fear that her parents that have really no idea as to what in the world is going on” replied Chernalia .

Disheartened Cosmos continued to work , until Chernalia put a hoof on his shoulder making him look into her yellow eyes .

“Don't worry , when we do there is going to be a lot of yelling crying and much shock , of that I am sure of however we do plan to help Rule whatever rebellion that she has started” said Chernalia .

Back on Moon City

while the big breifing continued every single branch of the military was given specific orders such as .

The Air Force to take out several Solar Bombers  , the Army and Marines to capture several key buildings , and the Navy to hold off any enemy reinforcements , and the Space Division to take down enemy ships in orbit of Neptune .

Everyone filed out of the room and towards there assigned pelicans .

Luna , Star Chaser , Artemis , and Eclipse remained behind knowing that this fight would get ugly . Others however went on ahead of them knowing what they had to do in order to win this war .

“Listen Brothers , and Star Chaser , if we win then we are much much closer to beating Celestia and whoever is behind her” said Luna .

“your right , however we should be very cautious at how we proceed , cause once we start to really fight , ponies within the solar empire are going to start to take notice and will start to protest against Celestia” stated Artemis .

Eclipse nodded in agreement to what his brother had said , however Star Chaser knew she had to set aside her whatever was left and become the one thing that Luna had become 1,000 years ago .

Luna and the others took notice of this and poured there magic into Star Chaser to achieve her war form Nightmare Moon.

The transformation was really taxing on Star Chaser , so she gave it everything she had and had finally achieved the one form that Luna had become .

Finally she opened her eyes as she had now a misty flowing blue mane and tail to match and her cutie mark had become a full moon , sharp fangs as well , her coat had become black , and she had armor on as well .

“Now then my family , lets us strike true fear and terror into the hearts of the solar empire” said Nightmare Moon with a  grin .

Nodding Luna , Star Chaser now Nightmare Moon , Artemis , and Eclipse had left the war room and towards there pelicans . Luna summoned her armor as did Artemis , and Eclipse . They soon boarded there pelicans and were off towards the ground .

With Midnight Rose , Lunar dry dock

She soon landed onboard a ship known as NLR Lunar Heavens . Quite a fitting name , it's time to see what it can do in battle thought Mightnight . She walked off the pelican and headed towards the bridge where her crew waiting .

Her crew consisted of . Commancations officer : Sweet Stuff , Weapons Officer : Sunrise Shake , First Officer : Star Hunter , Science Officer : Sky Wishes , Helm Officer : Black Knight , and Operations Officer : Bowtie .

“Listen up and listen up good!” said Midnight loudly . “I have chosen you to be the best of the best , and I am assuming role of Captain of this vessel I expect each and every single one of you to perform your duty , we shall face battle , and we will come home safe and sound , that means if we get boarded we are going to kick there solar flanks off this ship ! As I will make sure of that!” shouted Midnight loudly .

“Now then to your stations”

Everypony headed towards there stations and began to power up the ship the marathon class cruiser .

Looking over at everyone she knew that she picked the best of the best and it was up to her to keep everyone safe and in line .

“First officer Star Hunter , give me a systems report” ordered Midnight Rose .

“Yes ma'am , Navigation , weapons and energy shields are all fully functional ,sensors , communications and Op's are all functional , all in all I say we are ready” said Star Hunter . “Excellent”.

With Lunar Storms and Lunar Descent , Alpha Basecamp

The both of them were headed down towards Equiss , they knew that there troops would perform well , and there own personal spartan team lunar team .

Lunar team consisted of : Puzzlemint , SunnyDayz , Wysteria , Teddy , Mimic , and Starshine  .

All well trained ponies by both Lunar Storms and Lunar Descent . While the training was brutal , it had to be done in secret .

Once there pelicans touched ground the marines stormed onto the ground M55B assault rifles ready , and awaiting orders . Captain Applejack and her group had already setup a centeral basecamp to send and receive messages .

“Right on time , alright so here it is , already the solar forces don't even know we are here , more than likely there further up” said Applejack .

“Very well then , well take command from here” said Lunar Storms .

Lunar Descent knew what to do and addressed Applejack herself  . “Alright A'm transferring command over to you Lunar Storms' said Applejack .

“You did good on the first two battles , now watch us” said Lunar Descent .

The orange country mare nodded in understanding .

And simply allowed the prince and princess to assume command for maybe the rest of this battle , or possibly the entire war. “Captain” said Kimono urgently  .

“What is it Sargent” said Applejack looking off in the direction of Manehatten . “Why are you allowing Prince Luanr Storms and Princess Lunar Descent to assume command?” asked Kimono.

“They have more experience then ah do , and that there is the honest truth” admitted Applejack . Kimono put a hoof on her commanding officers shoulder in comfort .

“It's okay to admit that someone has more experience than you do , besides you've kept us alive and for that we are grateful” said Kimono .

“Ah guess your right , besides the only 'experience' that ah would have is helping defend Canterlot from Queen Chrysalis during the royal wedding , the same can be said for RD , Flutters , Twi , and even Pinkie” said Applejack .

Eventually everyone was heading out , even there troops quickly they caught up with them weapons strapped to there holsters .  Eventually they saw the enterance to the city of Manehatten and something was interesting .

Both members of the lunar royal family rose there eyes in surprise for a bit before realizing there guarding something or someone.

Quickly taking action Prince Lunar Descent ordered Applejack to do a frontal armorered assault to knock down whatever entrance may be there .

Applejack had ordered several of her tanks to open fire on that gate , after a few poundings from the shells it fell . “In her name and for the New lunar Republic ….. CHARGE!” shouted Lunar Storms loudly .

“For Luna!” added Applejack . Both her troops and those of the lunar royal family charged in guns drawn and the tanks right behind them blasting at  solar soldiers . And so the true fighting began !.

With Rainbow Dash and the Shadow Bolts

In an air blimp Rainbow Dash was eying her senior shadowbolts and a few new recruits ones like Apocalypse , who passed with flying colors , he's a black pegasus with a skull and crossbones cutie mark .

And for the first time he is wearing a  shadowbolts uniform  and serving under Captain Rainbow Dash  .

Another recruit would be Baron Von Klaus , a pony who had his horn broken but can still use his wings , he too passed with flying colors due to his excellent dog fighting the same with Apocalypse with or without his enhanced flying abilities he wouldn't be the pony he is .

“Shadowbolts ! , you all stand here today , cause we are taking Manehatten , a city that holds something of value , you are going to kick solar flank while the flyponies do there work with handling other fighter jets and doing carpet bombs” Said Rainbow Dash loudly .

Snowflake knew that serving under rainbow dash was perfect as he would be able to really kick solar flank , the same with lilly his sister .

“Most of you are older and more experienced ponies who know what to do in a fight like this , I want you to teach and train these new recruits , if needed I will step in as well” .

“Now then lets kick some solar flank , FOR NEW LUNAR REPUBLIC !” shouted Rainbow Dash with pride . “FOR THE NEW LUNAR REPUBLIC , FOR LUNA AND STAR CHASER!” .

That is exactly what she wanted to hear , ponies who were loyal to the NLR ponies who would NEVER desert nor betray the NLR for whatever reason .

Quickly she opened the door and all of the shadowbolts and charged past the shadowbolts air blimp knowing that this fight would be one of her best to remember even before this war is over .

Meanwhile below them major general Rainbow blitz of Nightmare Squadron saluted to his cousin who simply smirked as they flew and straight into a pony dog fight .

“This is Nightmare One , engaging hostiles” . “Copy that Nightmare one , this is nightmare two lets kick some solar tail” “Rodger that Nightmare Two , I'm with you all the way” . “Will you lot cut the chatter , we have a battle to win” said Rainbow Blitz .

And so the dog fight began with missiles being fired , and bullets being shot out of there miniguns . Rainbow Dash and her shadowbolts came deadlocked in combat with the wonderbolts once again lead by Captain Spitfire .

Location :The Moon , Lunar Drydock

Most of the fleet was receiving there captains for the NLR Hear my voice they had Night wish , others they had captains like Nightmare Dancer , Lunar Shine , and Nightmare Beat .

Captain Adam Seville was sitting in his chair going over system checks to make sure that everything was in order .

Other than that , everything was going well . “Alright bring all systems online , and take us out ¼ burn” said Adam .

Adam's POV

I sat there and felt the ship jerk a bit , looking around everything was secured .

And hours later the entire fleet was soon ready to leave the moon , our home , a place of peace , a place where you feel like you belong , a place to hang out with friends and NOT be spied on all the time , a place that we call home , we will defend it from those tyrant hooves of Celestia ! . Soon the fleet was ready as they formed up I decided to do a fleet wide check in .

“All ships check in” I said . “This is Midnight Rose of the NLR Lunar Heavens , everything is a go” said Midnight .

“This is Nightmare Beat of the vessel NLR Striker , all systems go” said Nightmare Beat . “This is Lunar Wishes of the vessel NLR Lunar Destroyer , we have green across the board , and all crew are accounted for “ said Lunar Wishes .

“This is Nightmare Dancer , of the ship NLR Star Wrath we are ready” said Nightmare Dancer . “ This is Princess Night Wish of the ship NLR Are you Dead Yet we are also ready” said Night Wish .

“ This is Prince Shadow of the ship NLR hear my voice , we too are ready to move out” said Prince Shadow.

“alright , we are heading towards the near edge of the solar system , so keep all fighters on hot stand by in case the Solar fleet tries to surprise us” I said .

Everyone nodded as there images switched off . This was going to be one interesting battle , however I still had one thing left to do .

“Helm take us out ¼ burn keep all weapons on hot stand by” I ordered .

Nodding the crew worked and I felt the ship rumble a bit before we casted off out of the Lunar dry dock near the moon. Soon enough we moved as a unit as we headed for the edge of the solar system .

Though I did fee like something was off a bit , however I shook it off and just focused on the battle .

If I know there tactics there going to try and engage us head on then try to board the flagship I thought .

And if I am right then I will have a few things set in place for them IF and when they try something stupid like that .

Other than that we are ready for any and everything , and by that I mean ANYTHING. We soon entered slipspace headed towards either neptune or pluto , I decided to take a break and head into my ready room , and knowing my crew they would alert me when arrived at said destination .

Once inside I decided to contact one of the other ships . I decided to see if Midnight Rose was relaxing or something .

Captain Seville : Midnight Rose , you on?

Mightnight Rose : Indeed I am , most of the other captains are here as well .

Nightmare Dancer : We are all here , now we can discuss an attack plan of somekind

Lunar Wishes : Nightmare Dancer is right , if we are to win this fight we need some kind of plan , not just charge in all weapons firing like in the past.

Prince Shadow : Lunar Wishes is right , this time the Solar Empire is catching onto our plans and starting to work up a plan of there own , but in my book it's already too late

Night Wish : I happen to agree , if we don't have a plan , there just going to win easily and smash through our fleet as if it were not there at all!

Captain Seville : Well what kind of plan do you recommend ?

Prince Shadow : I say we send in our fighters first to harass the solar fleet , once there is an opening we head in all weapons firing , and crush as many as we can , that is IF we can have our allies helping us out.

Lunar Wishes : Settle down there shadow , I do know that our allies are working with getting the last of there technology researched and being given out .

Midnight Rose : That is fair enough , however I really do hope the changelings can hurry up , cause I did hear from Princess Luna that Queen Chrysalis and the other hives are going to be ready by the time we march upon Canterlot

Captain Seville : That's what I heard to , however I did find out recently that Celestia is building Nuclear weapons , however a special team is going to be sent out to stop those weapons from being built.

Midnight Rose : Oh ? How come I didn't hear of such a team?

Captain Seville : I only found out from Dusk Shine recently , and as for the team ? I too didn't hear a thing about it

Prince Shadow : We had better get off for the moment , cause we have a battle to win , FOR THE NEW LUNAR REPUBLIC !

Each captain logged off , and knowing me it was time ! .

Alright if this is to work , then we have to send out our fighters to lend a hand!  I thought . “Bridge to Captain Seville” said Lyra . “Seville here go ahead” I said .

“We are approaching Neptune , you should get up here as the solar fleet is already here and uncloaked” added Bon Bon . “On my way” .

I soon left my ready room , looking back , this was going to be a really tough battle . What I saw surprised me , the entire solar fleet already deployed and ready to engage us .

Raising an eyebrow , everyone launched there fighters in attack formation delta 2 . while we held back I wanted to see if they would fall for such an easy trick .

Wave after wave of fighters were sent in and we saw an opening in there lines . “Have energy shields on standby , but also ready weapons , have all archer missiles on standby”I ordered .

Nodding all missiles were ready and the MAC was charging so it would take a while . Alright , time to see if this is going to work I thought .

“Helm have the fleet form up we are going in” I ordered . Lyra nodded and sent the message to the entire fleet .

The fleet moved and once we were in weapons range the entire fleet opened fire with there archer missiles and there 50mm defense gun turrets .

There energy shields were working blocking off any kind of turbolaser blast . Smirking I knew this was going to work , what I didn’t expect was Admiral Twilight Sparkle to be in command again .

SE Burning Rage MK II

Twilight's POV

I wasn't really surprised however captain Seville's tactic sending wave after wave of fighters and having them run like scattering targets was surprising .

“send a half dozen ships and go after those fighters , lets give him that opening that he so desperately wants” I said . My crew got to work with little to no problems at all , I smirked inwardly knowing I can out wit him again .

Since I had learned from my mistake at Trottingham I won't make that mistake again , as for that fool Solar Fire , he simply wasn't ready as of yet , as he still had a few more courses to go through , sadly he's just a body floating in the vacuum of space .

So I figured up a plan that I know would work and would defeat the lunar forces who are starting to take out our ships one by one .

“Have our fighters concentrate there firepower on the weak points on those lunar ships” I ordered .

I watched as my fighters open fire with there turbo lasers , however what I didn't expect was the griffins coming in and opening fire with there ships , it took me by surprise .

Griffin Empire Slashers Anger

Clawslashers POV

We were able to get our ships up and running in record time , but I know it would take time before the rest of our empire would come together . “Target that solar ship fire all rail guns” I ordered .

The Griffin Empire Slashers Anger weaved and woved through the lines of the Solar Empire fleet firing all rail guns and missiles .

The rest of the fleet soon emerged from hyper space , several hatak vessels opened fire with there energy blasts .

I knew that this would work , and I also knew that our weapons would have some effect on those wedge shaped ships , though one thing struck me as odd , who was commanding the solar fleet ? .

“Hail the flagship of the Lunar fleet” I ordered . An image came up on the main view screen of my deadlus class vessel .

Adam's POV

“Sir were being hailed” said Lyra . “On screen” I ordered .

And an image of Claw Slasher came up . “So you must be the one Princess Luna told me about after her trip to Griffonia” I said .

“That's right , though I didn't expect we would be ready so soon” said Claw Slasher . “That's okay , we could use your help in taking down ,this massive solar fleet” I said .

“Alright , they are going to have a tough time engaging us as well as you” said Claw Slasher . “That's true , Once More Unto the Breach out” .

This time things had changed , the tables turned in my direction , smirking I decided to use a couple of tactics that I had used before in my playing of Star Trek Armada at one point in time .

“ Helm begin evasive maneuvers , pattern beta 5” I ordered . The ship started to rock back and fourth while we fired off short bursts at a time .

However though it did make it tough for any solar ship to hit us . “Cancel evasive maneuvers and status on that MAC?” I asked .

“100%  charged and ready to fire on your command sir” said Bon Bon .

“Target the flagship of the solar fleet and fire” . The tungston slug was shot out of the ship and streaked towards the target slamming into the flagship .

SE Burning Rage MK II

Twilight's POV

I felt something slam into the ship , it was the at MAC round , and I had no idea that an ally would lend a helping hoof in this fight .

My entire plan was crushed !, well no matter I can still win this ! . immediately I was throne from my chair and my muzzle hit the floor of the bridge , I grunted in pain but was fine .

“Target the lead ship of the Griffin Empire and fire everything!” I ordered loudly . Quickly my weapons officer Blazing flame locked all weapons on that odd looking ship and fired . And yet once again nothing got through .

NLR Once More Unto the Breach

Adam's POV

I saw that it had worked I saw a gaping hole in the ship it's self , all we had to do was finish off the rest of the solar fleet .

What I didn't see coming was that it simply had jumped to lightspeed back to Equiss , that was something unexpected .

Ignoring that myself and the Griffin Fleet would finish off the rest of the solar fleet and then head back to Equiss and start to land reinforcements to help capture Manehatten.

Hours later the entire fleet was nothing but space debris . Smirking I had my communications officer Lyra contact the ship known as Slashers Anger .

“We should get back to Equiss , it's more than likely that Admiral Twilight had retreated back to the planet and has sent down troops to try and hold out as long as possible” said Claw Slasher .

“I agree , were on our way” I said . I quickly relayed the message to the fleet and we soon jumped into slipspace heading back towards Equiss to do a mop up operation .

Griffin Empire Slashers Anger

I saw them leave , the first thing I had to do was recall all of my own fighters , and even relay a message to my own fleet .

Once that was done we soon jumped into hyperspace .

And back towards Equiss to start sending down troops via the rings that we have installed on the hatak's and for us instant transporters .

I sent down as many troops as I could and I too would be joining them as well .

We also decided to use the puddle jumpers as our fightes along with our SU 27's and our AVB Harrier II's.

Most of our ground forces were already built and ready , we just had to finish up the small arms and I think the grenades . Other than that we were ready

Manehatten , Equestria , Equiss ,Alpha basecamp

I soon landed with a few troops inside the pelican .

Once the ramp opened we poured out and I saw Captain Applejack and Commander Kimono monitoring troops and doing what she could with the incoming transmissions .

This time I gripped my assault rifle and had to ask her . “Captain Applejack report” I said .

“Captain Seville , it's good that your here , but we having problems” said Applejack . I raised an eyebrow in confusion at this . “Oh ? How so?” I asked .

“The solar forces , have barricaded themselves in the townhall , and we can't seem to get in , to add to that , mahself and commander kimono and mah men are all stationed here while Lunar Descent and Lunar Storms went on ahead” .

That was when I saw several griffins beam down weapons ready and decked in full body armor all lead by General Coldmoon .

“So who are you?” I asked .

“I am General Coldmoon , leading his majiesty's ground troops , soon our tanks will be here soon , and we will be able to lend a helping claw in this predicament that you Captain Applejack are stuck in” said Coldmoon .

“Alright then , good thing I brought my armor” I said .

“Ah you wish to follow us ? , that would be interesting I do wish to see what kind of training that you have under your belt” smiled Coldmoon . I smirked at that , he had no idea .

“Well I do have some experience and training , when do we move out?” I asked .

“Once our apocalypse tanks get here , out other tanks are still in the works” said Coldmoon . I nodded at that since it made some sense .

Hours later they did arrive via transport , I was in for a surprise at what they can do . “Alright , Captain Applejack lets move out , we have a city to capture” said Coldmoon .

“I thought you guys weren't going to be ready until we marched for Canterlot?” I asked confused . “Actually that's what I thought too , but since we had most of our arsenal completed we decided to lend a hand” added Kestrel .

We soon reached and it was a full blown charge , I put on my helmet since my assault rifle was  on my back .

I checked my shields , fully charged , my health was green across the board and my motion tracker picked them up inside the building .

We hid behind cover as the solar troops were keeping our forces at bay . This time I had an idea, “Captain's did yo all try a frontal assault?” I asked .

“Alright , lets do it” said Coldmoon .

Applejack rallied her forces and linked up with Lunar Descent and Lunar Storms forces who made a direct charge into the building , while most of the troops were laying down covering fire .

The tanks positioned themselves and fired at other tanks also covering our position as well .

We crashed through the door and took out every single solar soldier , as once again our bullets shredded there armor .

I mean this battle was looking easier than I thought , but I was about to be proven wrong once again as I saw several new fighters from the solar empire fly over head and engaging our own fighters who were out numbered .

Quickly thinking up a plan I decided to call in , one of the most powerful squadrons in the entire air force .

“This can't be good , our flyboys up there are outnumbered” I said . Coldmoon put a claw on my shoulder . “Don't worry our Air force is about to event the odds

In the Air with Major General Rainbow Blitz

“This is Nightmare 4 I've got bogies on my tail I can't shake them , I request assistance NOW on the double” .

“Rodger that Nightmare 4 , this is nightmare one I'm on my way” . “This is Nightmare Two , I've got you covered Nightmare four , just hold out as long as you can” . “This is Major General Rainbow Blitz , I'm going to lend a hand as well” said Rainbow Blitz .

Rainbow blitz brought his weapons to bare on a mig 29 a , he fired both gatling guns and in a hailstorm of bullets the plane exploded in a fireball .

“Bogy is down , I repeat bogy is down” said Rainbow Blitz .

Just then several Griffin Empire SU 29's and AV8B Harrier II's flew past them , came around and dropped right into formation .

“We figured you guys could use some help in this fight , seems as if your shadowbolts are holding there own” .

“yea that's my cousin alright , she refuses to give up and hates it when she loses, trust me I know” said Rainbow Blitz . Just then several more Mig 29 A's along with ef 2000's , followed by Mig 44 pp's ,and finally rounded off with a Celestian warship .

How in the world do we contend with that kind of force ?!  Thought Rainbow Blitz  in a panic . Smirking he looked out his view port and saw his cousin kicking wonderbolt tail .

And so another dogfight began .

Meanwhile Captain Rainbow Dash and her shadowbolts sent the pathetic wonderbolts packing just as she did before in Trottingham and at Baltimare and now here in Manehatten .

Back on the ground

Adam and the others soon took the rest of the city with a mop up operation . However something just didn't sit right . He soon saw Midnight Roses forces , soon they linked up and of course they had a few things to say .

“Midnight rose , back at that battle , I felt as if something was …. off” said Adam with an odd look . “yes I felt it too , as if the Solar fleet was waiting for us , but now that I think about , yea I think we have a spy in our midst” said Midnight Rose .

With Midnight Sky and his Spartan Team

Midnight Sky heard the conversation and he knew what to do .

“Alright spartans , listen up we have a spy with in the ranks of the New Lunar Republic Army , I think that spy was sent over to gather our intel and then leak it back to the Solar Empire , however while I don't know who it is yet , I want you all to find out who the spy is then report back to me” said midnight .

His spartans saluted and broke off to look for the spy pony , however he also had a sneaking suspicion that , something was watching him .

Another spy ? , a spy designed to look like on there own? , or a spy sent by one of the other nations? . So many questions rang through his mind that he didn't know if he was being watched or not .

Ignoring it , he moved out and linked up with his team to find the spy pony . But off in the shadows that pony was none other than Blaze a solar guard dressed in lunar guard armor .

There onto me ?! This is really bad , I have to send off a message to Celestia telling them that my cover is blown it's only a matter of time , before they find me , find out who i'm working for and then it's off with my head Thought Blaze . Quickly he opened up his communicator and dialed into Princess Celestia .

“This is Princess Celestia , go ahead” Said Celestia . “Princess I fear that Captain Midnight Sky is onto to me , as is Captain Seville , I have to abort mission , my cover has been compromised” Said Blaze .

“Very well , I'm sending a transport to pick you up , head to the rendezvous just outside of Manehatten but also towards Fillydelphia” Said Celestia .

Her image faded , and before Blaze could react , he saw a Spartan about to hit him with the but of her rifle .

In a quick motion , Blaze used everything he got to avoid being hit , and kicked her into a wall . Grunting he took off at top speed towards the rendezvous that Celestia had told him .

“This is Royal 5 I'm in pursuit of the Spy pony , repeat I have found the Spy pony and in pursuit , request back up” said Nightshade .

“Copy that , were on our way” said Midnight Sky .

Hours later backup did arrive and they joined the hoof pursuit ,but the spy pony used some kind of smoke bomb to make sure that he wasn't seen .

Eventually they got a clean shot at his back hooves , he fell over in pain but had enough momentum in his wings to keep going .

He nearly reached the rendezvous and was about to get away but nope Royal's 5 and 6 caught him and the transport took off .

“This is Royal 5 we have the spy pony repeat we have the spy pony request a transport to take the suspect back to the moon” said Royal 5 . “Copy that , transport on the way” .

Hours later the transport arrived , and Royal team was soon away with the spy pony .

Meanwhile Applejack , Adam , and Coldmoon were so close to taking Manehatten , when out of nowhere elite troops dressed in black armor came firing with there blasters .

Taking cover the two captains and general returned fire with all of there troops firing as well , the elite solar troops took cover where ever they could find it . Minutes later they were taken out , and Manehatten was captured .

The lunar forces were cheering over there latest victory of the Solar Empire.

Outside of Manehatten

However off in the distance a purple mare was standing there and saw what had happened before her the city a military city of manehatten, captured .

That's when she saw Rainbow Dash land in her shadowbolts uniform angered at what she saw she had to consider that Rainbow Dash and the rest of her 'friends' were enemies of the crown , the royal crown they were the ones that committed treason , not her , she did the right thing by staying with her teacher , but for how long will she remain her teacher ? , how long will things be like this ? , and what is really going on , what is going on that Twilight doesn't know about ?. There were so many questions , and yet so few answers as well .

Shaking her head , she walked away to her transport and decided to radio in , but had an idea of her own .

I think it's HIGH time I start to form my own empire , just in case things go south during this war  Thought Twilight . And a name change and color , mane and tail change as well , and maybe a change in cutie mark .

“Oh Celestia , I think I have a good idea of what your planning” said Twilight  .  She knew that her pilot was long gone as this is her personal transport .

Looking around , she saw that no one had spotted her as of yet , she was lucky , besides the Solar Empire has more allies like the Minotaurs , the Deer and Zebra kingdoms . And of course the dragon kingdom .

Meanwhile she sat in her cockpit of the ship wondering what in the world of Equestria Celestia had planned for the traitor and rebel Luna .

She may need me again , but again I failed and yet there is NO one to lead the ground forces , I think I know somepony who could be in charge of the solar ground forces  thought Twilight . However she had plans , plans to start her own empire .

“I will need to act fast , round up only those who do not wish to fight , and visa versa , along with scientists to research and develop weapons , armor , and ships” said Twilight .

“along with the four branches , an army , a air force , a marine corp , and a navy , the rest can come later” .

She soon returned to the castle and gave her report to the princess , that was when she planning to double cross Celestia and wage war on her .

“I will also need new friends , and a new assistant , and a place for my base of operations but , if i'm right there going to take Fillydelphia and march upon Canterlot , soon there after and take it . But not before Celestia launches those pointy things … what were they called ? Oh yes Nuclear missiles …. Nuclear Missiles ? Why …. oh no ! , if she launches them then all life on Equestria is gone for good … but I can't tell Luna , she might be watching me . Well then Celestia , I hope you know what your doing cause I will be watching you” .

Chapter 9 Enter the Changeling Swarm

The Badlands , Equestria

Queen Chrysalis and her husband and king , King Metamorphosis was doing what they normally do . Stock pile barrels upon barrels of love , in cause the worst is to happen . “My love , how are things going in research and development?” asked Chrysalis .

“the same , but we are making progress , we have all of our fighter jets completed , we are now working on the tanks and personal weapons” said Metamorphosis.

“I see then , however I did find out that our ally the New Lunar Republic , has taken Manehatten in a brutal fight” said Chrysalis . Smirking Metamorphosis , knew that this was perfect that there allies were working together .

And to top that  they are taking the fight towards Celestia and the Solar Empire .

“My love , we will need to begin construction on our fighters and find a suitable planet to build our ships” said Metamorphosis .

“In time we will , for right now , we are going to be staying here and do what we can” said Chrysalis sternly .

Sighing the changeling king knew she was right in most cases he would argue with her but on this subject it was pointless . “Very well , Chrysalis I'm sure we can adapt here for a while , before those Nuclear weapons hit us” said Metamorphosis worriedly .

“while that may happen yes , however most of the other queens of other hives are working on ways to escape , as we will be the only hive left here on Equiss” said Chrysalis sadly . “I know , I know , but this is one of the choices that you have made for all of us” said Metamorphosis .

“Yes , however I am going to be over seeing the final battle with our allies to see the fall of Celestia , but knowing her , she is more than likely to release the nuclear weapons , wiping out all life on Equiss as we know it , that means no more Ever free forest , no more ponyville , no more nothing , just a barren waste land” stated Chrysalis .

The changeling king nodded and figured that it was time someling got started on building a few fighters , like there own SU 27 among other fighrters .

While it would take a while for them to be completed , he didn't mind at all , they had the entire war to get there military up and running , there ground forces would take awhile longer considering there tanks , along with weapons .

While the changelings don't need external body armor , there entire body is there armor . “My queen” said a  changeling captain .

“yes go ahead” said Chrysalis . “our ground tanks are completed , and we are now beginning work on our weapons , our weapons will rival those of the New Lunar Republic and best those of the Solar Empire” he said .

“Most impressive , keep up the good work , soon we will be joining the war a lot sooner than we think” said Chrysalis with a joyful smile .

“Yes my Love , indeed we will be , I'll have our drones and higher ranked officers organized into four branches of the military Army , Marines , Navy and Air force” said Metamorphosis .

“My love we are in the badlands , there is NO need for a Navy there” said Chrysalis with a deadpanned look .

“Oh sorry but we will need a city that hasn't been captured as of yet” said Metamorphosis . And with that he walked off to check on the status of the smaller arms among other things .

Sighing the changeling queen decided to go over a few things like updates among status reports and updates on the research as well just to keep her busy .

Location : The Lunar Moon , Moon City

Princess Luna was looking over the roster for candidates for the NLRMC , and yet she found only one candidate a stallion known as Moonseeker , while he had an interesting background no one was assigned for the NLRMC .

This time she found a few others but knew she would need more ponies to help out .

Hmm , I will need to form the marines , as we are going to be fighting a war on two fronts, at first this war was going to be me and Celestia one on one , but I was wrong , according to our intel , Celestia has allies , while I'm not surpsied but I should be very cautious about fighting a war on two fronts , as I fear that they may figure out where we are attacking from thought Luna .

Then she got an idea , she looked through the roster of candidates and selected moonseeker along with moonshadow to help form the marines .

Hours later the two ponies showed up , Moonseeker was your average unicorn , as for Moonshadow , sure she looked like Twilight Sparkle but however her coat was a darker purple as she had a cutie mark with a crescent moon and two stars .

“You called Princess?” asked Moonshadow curiously .

“I did indeed , it seems as if Celestia has allies , her ally among many is known as Emperor Great Sun , it is known that he infused a thousand suns to give him alicorn status , he drove myself and Celestia out of his territory , he is one you don't mess with ! Trust me on this , however I plan to hit him hard before he can have a chance to strike back” explained Luna .

Soon Star Chaser came into view and was filled in on what's about to happen .

“Moonshadow , Moonseeker I want the both of you to form the Marine Corp , as we are going to be taking this war  to Celestia's ally Emperor Great Sun , which is why we have allies of our own the Changeling Swarm , and the Griffin Empire , I did hear that the dragons are looking some action , however me and my sister are going to handle an alliance” explained Star Chaser .

“Don't worry Princesses , we won't let you down” said Moonshadow .

“Very well as of now , you Moonshadow are appointed the rank of Master Sargent of the NLRMC” announced Luna proudly .

With a salute , she knew what she had to do now , recruit ponies for the marines , and send a message to Spike to open up a special place known as Boot Camp.

Dear Spike of the NLR academy ,

This is Sargent Major Moonshadow of the NLR Marine Corp .

I have a request , I would like you to open up a special building for training marines , as we are going to forming the Marine Corp .

As of now I am going to be leading this branch of the NLR military . So I need you to find somepony to train them , train them for war ! . other than that yea I hope you consider my request

sincerely Sargent Major Moonshadowof the NLRMC .

Moonshadow soon sent off the letter while Moonseeker was appointed the rank of Commandant , or in this case Moonshadow's second in command .

“I wasn't aware there was a platoon of soldiers” said Moon Shadow walking out .

“Well there is so we have our first platoon , but we are going to need a lot more than that” said Moon Seeker .

“That is  true , however we plan to promote him to general , as is going to be our first general in the marines” said Moon Shadow proudly .

“That's right , but we will need more generals along with other ponies to fill in the other ranks” stated Moon seeker .

“Don't worry I plan to have that covered over time” said Moon shadow . “Oh ? How so ?” asked Moon seeker curiously .

“I plan to leave that up to 8 bit twist” said Moon Shadow . “Really ? You plan to leave the rallying up to her ?” asked Moon seeker .

“yea , do you have a problem with that ?” . Moon seeker decided to back off at that point . “I don't have a problem with that , lets just see what ponies we get” said Moon Seeker .

“Good , glad we don't have a problem though it's obvious , that most ponies will want to join , others are going to train at the academy” said Moon Shadow .

Dear Sargent Major Moon Shadow ,

This is Spike of the NLR academy ,I looked over your request , and I think I can do it , but as for the drill Sargent that's going to take awhile .

Though I can tell you that this request that you asked of me , like I said I can do it , a special building for the recruits will be built for them to train eat and sleep , they will train both indoors and out doors , it will come with cots for them to sleep in , and various places to train in .

Though as for the drill sargent pony I'll get right on that , however there is one point that I want to bring up ,who are going to be your generals ? That is the only question that I have at the moment .

Signed Spike .

Moon Shadow read the letter over a bit , and decided that four ponies would be the starting point for the marine generals .

“Moon Seeker” said Moon Shadow . Moon Seeker had no idea what was coming at him . “I want you to start finding and recruiting ponies for the rank of general” .

“Not a problem I think I have the first four in mind” said Moon Seeker .

And off he galloped heading in the direction of the center of town in finding Trixie and her brother Trixster .

He knocked on the door to there wagon , upon opening it , revealed a groggy Trixie while her brother was asleep . “Yes?” asked Trixie very groggy .

“How would you like to have the postion of general , your brother included , you'll both still have time to entertain the ponies” offered Moon Seeker .

Thinking it over , Trixie said yes and told her brother that they now have a chance to get back at the Solar Empire. Smiling her brother hugged the stuffing out of her .

He soon headed off towards the hospital where he found Sunset Shimmer and Sunrise Shake , and offered them the same position of general.

Moon Seeker knew everything was going to come together , with four generals all he needed to do was find more ponies for the positon of not only general now but other ranks as well . Hours later he spotted another pony by name of Sparkle works .

“Excuse me what is your name?” asked Moon Seeker . “My name is Sparkle works , and I normally just help sell , hoses among other things.

“Well how would you like the position of Master Sargent in the Marine Corp?” asked Moon Seeker . With an offer like that how could any one single pony refuse to fight for the New Lunar Republic .

“Well I have been wanting to fight for a long time but I'm just a sales pony , I don't know the first thing about fighting” said Sparkle Works .

“don't worry , before you can get the rank of Master Sargent , myself and my superior Master Sargent Moon Shadow of the NLRMC are going to send you along with other ponies to the NLR academy to be trained , some go on the front lines to fight others , will handle among handling communication , Desk job's , however some will take personal command on the battlefield it is optional that you Sparkle works can join your platoon or battalion on the battlefield” said Moon Seeker .

“Then count me in” said Sparkle Works .

“Excellent , you among others will be notified when your getting shipped to the NLR academy ran by Spike” he soon asked other ponies but had to explain what it all entailed , among what other positions that will be filled in.

His job was soon done for the day as he walked off back towards his place . Little did he know that , more ponies and three certain humans would be coming .

Moon City Castle

Star Chaser and Luna were looking out towards the stars when she had an idea .

“Sister do you remember the rainbow bridge from 5,000 years ago?” asked Luna . “I've read it in a book before , Sister you don't mean- .

“Oh I do , I plan to reopen it , as we need help while we have enough ponies , we are going to need 3 humans to lend a hoof in this case , but we have to direct it towards the moon” stated Luna .

“I thought it was an old ponies tale” said Star Chaser shocked .

“Oh no , it's not it exists 5,000 years ago there existed a different continent called Ponyland , with in ponyland it had different kinds of ponies kind of like today , however it also had 3 humans there as well from the human world , there names are Megan Williams who wielded the Rainbow of Light , Danny Williams and Molly Williams , sadly they were soon sent back to the human world and the rainbow bridge was closed off , for every year in there world it was only 1,000 years for the ponies there . So five years had past for them but in ponyland it was 5,000 years , so much has changed since then . Which is why I plan to reopen it and bring them towards the moon IF I can” explained Luna .

Star Chaser was in shock , three humans … this was unbeleivable sure she's read about it in books but never has she heard about this Megan Williams her using the Rainbow of light to defeat Tirek , and again to defeat Grogar .

Over time the ponies and the three humans had become attached to one another , but they were in for a surprise , a HUGE surprise at that . Luna soon called a pelican and was off towards the old location that she found on an old map of Equestria .

Location of the Rainbow bridge

The pelican soon landed near the location of the Rainbow of bridge's exit would be . It was an old well of sorts .

“This would be perfect” said Luna .

She charged up an old spell from 5,000 years ago and fired it at the well , soon in a bright flash of light the Rainbow Bridge was open once again in 5,000 years . “If I am not back , radio in for backup just in case” said Luna .

“Understood princess ,I think this would be a perfect time to do so” . He called in for lunar guards to land at his location .

Luna  flew into the air and did a swan dive into the well while the lunar guards secured the area , and waited for there lunar princess to return.

The Human world

Year : 2015

Three humans were working at there parents house , things have been quite rough on them , however the eldest Megan , was able to keep the other two in line , Danny and Molly .

While they did miss there time with the ponies of ponyland , they had there own lives to live , but today of all days , things were about to change for the better for them . Megan is 18 and is 5'7 and her weight is 126lbs , Danny is younger then his older sister megan as he's 16 he's 5'10 and his weight is 145lbs , the youngest is Molly since she's only 13 .

“I really miss being with Surprise” sighed Danny while cleaning the floors with a mop . Dannie's older sister Megan put a hand on her little brothers shoulder in comfort .

“It's going to be alright , I'm sure something is going to change for the better” said Megan . Molly however wasn't having much of an easier time either .

Molly really did miss Shady as Danny does miss Surprise , as for Megan , she did miss being around the ponies , however she had her own siblings to look after .

Suddenly there was a knock at the door , sighing Megan told her siblings to take a break her as well , she walked over towards the door and opened it .

What shocked her the most that she saw a pony , five years and a pony is here in the human world , however this one had wings and a horn to match .

“Greetings Megan Williams I am Princess Luna , ruler of the New Lunar Republic , may I be granted entry int your house?” asked Luna .

“Uh sure come in , we were just cleaning up , in case there was company , our parents are working in the city at the moment” said Megan .

Meanwhile Danny and Molly were getting cleaned up , cause they have NO idea of what awaited them downstairs .

“Well you can call me Megan , but yea that's me , why are you here Princess Luna?” asked Megan curiously .

“Please no formalities , just call me Luna , listen , there is a war going on and we need the three of you to lend a hand” said Luna .

Megan wasn't sure of what to do , however Molly and Danny came down , and like children , they begged there older sister to at least consider it. “Alright lets go , this had better not be a trick” warned Megan . “Tis not” said Luna .

They all jumped back down the same well and were heading towards the old location of Ponyland , which is now Equestria .

Location : Equestria , old location of the Rainbow Bridge

Luna , Megan , Danny and Molly all exited out of the Rainbow Bridges exit , and were surprised to see troops , and some kind of drop ship . “Quickly get aboard” said Luna .

Not wasting any time Megan and her siblings were aboard the pelican , the lunar princess ordered all troops get aboard there pelicans.

The doors to all three of them closed up , the ships rose up and took off into the skies .

After hours of shaking , the rest of the ride was smooth , that was when the three dropships landed on the moon.

The doors opened and what shocked the three of them was that they were no longer on the planet that they have known for so long,

“Uh Luna?” asked Molly .

“yes Molly what is it” said Luna gently . “Where are we?” . “Well to put it easy , we are on the moon , away from my sisters spies . Now this had Megan's attention , as she wanted to know more about what is currently going on .

“Alright Princess , what is the world is going on here?” asked Megan sternly .

“Very well , me and your older sister have a few things to talk over , one of my troops will take you to your newly built home” said Luna. Danny and Molly were headed off towards there new home in Moon City , to get settled in .

With Luna and Megan

“Okay Luna , start talking , I want to find out EVERYTHING like what is going on , why there is a war , and who is Celestia” said Mean seriously .

“Very well , we are at war with my sister Celestia , who is a tyrant of her own Empire , The Solar Empire , a few days or weeks ago , she was giving a speech , I interrupted her and started a revolution , which is what this war is about , also Celestia and I were once Co- Rulers of a nation known as Equestria , which is what you and your two siblings were in mere moments ago , before this revolution , Celestia was passing unfair laws and tax's as well that were aimed at farmers , ones like my friends Applejack , Rarity , and Pinkie Pie . So all of them went to Canterlot that day which were the revolution began , also that was where the betrayal of the elements of harmony also happened which is why Twilight Sparkle , the element of magic betrayed her friends and disowned her dragon assistant Spike” said Luna sadly.

Now Megan understood what was going on , a war , her own sister a tyrant , and entire military , and various ponies walking around on the moon.

“So that's why you brought myself and my siblings here, you want us to help you win this war” said Megan . “yes , that is correct , will you help us?” asked Luna .

“Yea I'll help you , though I doubt that my siblings will , more or less they can't really fight , there more of staying out of fights now a days” stated Megan .

Knowing what had to be done , Megan walked out of the castle and back into the main city , and it was breath taking , using the moon as not only a place of refuge but a new home as well , for ponies to not feel like there being spied on .

Well Luna , you've got my help , now I just need to figure out where I would fit in this military Thought Megan .

The Badlands , Equestria

Chrysalis was with a couple of her generals , as they were going over plans to take a few cities , however she was also with a few other queens from other hives ones like Queen Vespa , Queen Penumbra , Queen Vencaia , Queen Universia , and Queen Sarracenia .

“So we are all in agreement , once our research is done, we join in with every single changeling and help take down the tyrant Celestia” said Chrysalis .

“while I do agree on taking down the tyrant , why must we help the New Lunar Republic ?” asked Universia .

“Yes , quite recently the new lunar republic offered an alliance , in exchange for our help to take down Celestia , nothing more nothing less” stated Chryslais .

“Alright most if not all my research with my hive is nearly done' said Vencaia. “Excellent in the next month we will reconvene and see where we all stand” said Chrysalis .

The other queens soon left to return to there hives and continue with research and development . “my love , I take it all is well?” asked Metamorphosis .

“Indeed it is , which is why we are going to be making sure that all research and development is on time” said Chrysalis proudly .

“Excellent , most of the tanks are completed , all we doing now is waiting on the weapons same with the air force , and we should be completed and ready to go before Canterlot” said Metamorphosis.

“This is good news indeed , however we should wait for the other hives until we are fully ready to take the fight to Celestia” said Chrysalis .

“Very well , I can wait , cause I wanted to deliver her a couple of blows from you for the Royal Canterlot Fiasco” said Metamorphosis .

“that is long and over with , as of now we are going to be fighting for our very survivial ,NOT about a simple invasion that happened a long time ago , I am over that and have learned to plan more carefully , and make sure that EVERYTHING goes according to plan” said Chrysalis .

“Very well , I do have some news about our weapons though , they are nearing completion , according to research and development they are making the prototypes and will be testing them soon before moving onto mass scale production” reported Metamorphosis .

“That is really good news , but to be clear on a few things , I will NOT repeat what happened with the Royal Canterlot Wedding that happned , oh no not this time , this time I have everything planned and this time I will crush Celestia with our Air force , our army and our Changeling Fleet , the Solar Empire won't know what hit them when they see us coming” said Chrysalis soon with a smile on her face . The two laughed a good laugh , knowing that this was going to be absolutely perfect .

Changeling Fighter factory

The two were working on several vipers , mostly the MKI and the MKII however the ships would have to be built in space .

“Ah my Queen , and King , I didn't expect the two of you here” he said surprised . “I take it most of the fighters are complete?” asked Chrysalis getting to the point .

“Indeed they are , however for the ships , they have to be built in space , but we have no way of getting up into space and building any kind of stations” .

“that does make sense , which is why however I want you to work on a transport that can transport , building materials and even a special suit for the worker changleings to wear while in space building the very first shipyard , we need our fleet before the final battle at Canterlot” said Chrysalis . “Also what's the status on those weapons?” asked Metamorphosis .

“we have just finished the testing and are now moving to mass production , soon they will be distributed through out the entire hive , mostly to the drones” .

The two thought it over and it did make sense . “Very well , continue your work , I expect an update with in the hour” stated Chrysalis .

The two soon walked out of the main factory and decided to making sure that production was on time , and not one single delay .

“I did hear recently that the Griffin Empire was able to lend a claw in the battle for Manehatten” said Metamorphosis .

“That is excellent ! , soon we will be joining  them soon , however I must check on the other hives and other queens to see how they are doing” said Chrysalis .

And with that she took off on a changeling chariot towards the other hives , leaving the changeling King to handle things at the main hive.  At least I can relax but I wonder how my children are doing thought the Changeling King .

He soon headed off towards where he saw Princess Cocoon practicing her magic , he soon saw Prince Cheytre working on his fire arms practice courtesy of his wife Chrysalis .

His other Son Prince Necromorph was working on his shapeshifting ability , Princess Larva and Princess  Ivory storm were having several duals of strength and magic .

And the youngest Princess Pupa , was well watching her older siblings train while she could not , her brother Red tribe decided to let her watch .

“You see one day , you will be like them , training to one day fight , your just not quite ready yet” said Red Tribe.

“I don't understand brother , how come they were born to have abilities when I didn't” said Pupa . “Well that's really hard to explain , ah perhaps father can better explain it” said Red Tribe .

King Metamorphosis heard Red Tribe and decided to see what was the matter with his youngest of the family Pupa .

“Well you see while you were born a changeling , the abilities that you see your brothers and sisters have , they too had to practice like shape shifting and feeding on love , these things take time” explained Metamorphosis . Pupa seemed to understand , however she also wanted to take part in the war.

“Daddy , I want to help in the war , I want to stop the tyrant Celestia , she is a threat to the entire changeling hive and may wipe us out” said Pupa .

“I know you wanna help , but your just not old enough , and soon we will get our revenge for what happened before the Royal Canterlot Wedding” .

While the youngest Princess was confused with not being able to help out , it was princess Aurelia that helped explain things a bit better .

“I know you wanna do your part like the other hives like many of our kind are doing , but your just not old enough and we don't want to expose you this kind of thing, besides we want you to experience your younger years before your ready for a war like this , while others train you can learn how to shape shift and be ready to become a princess while you may have that title , you have to earn that title to truly understand what it means to become a princess in the changeling swarm” explained Aurelia . At that point Pupa understood now , and Aurelia got back to her training .

With Aurelia

I'm worried that once me  my brothers and sisters go into this war , I fear that we may not come out the same way we came in  thought Aurelia worriedly .

It was understandable , the drones don't understand any of these emotions all they do is follow orders and that's it , they don't understand what other changelings have to do during war .

All they do is take orders form who ever is in charge , who ever is either connected to the hive or has a higher rank to command an army .

And pupa I'm worried about her , I fear that once she grows up she'll want to get into this war , but i'm worried that she may not be the same sister that we all know and love … love it is strange yes ,but yet it feels natural , I have to protect her …. no matter what happens to me .

Aurelia continued to train , until she was beginning to huff and puff a lot more than normal , her brother Red tribe saw this and told her to take a break. Nodding she sat with her other brothers and sisters .

“You know , Aurelia , you train a lot more than any of us does” said Cheytre . “I agree , one day you will be strong enough , help advise mother on important decisions” added Cocoon .

With Queen Chrysalis

She soon arrived at one of the hives that was ruled by Queen Vencaia. And decided that a quick visit to her hive would be a perfect idea .

“Oh hello Chrysalis , I didn't expect you to show up” said Vencaia . “I decided that getting out would be perfect , to everyling with in the entire hive” said Chrysalis .

“That does seem to make sense , anyway , with Manehatten captured for the New Lunar Republic , I say that we also start to take some cities as well , and begin our own strike against Celestia” said Vencaia .

“Very well , by the next meeting we could all make it happen , we just have to pull our forces together” stated Chrysalis .

“Which is easy to do , and besides , while we don't have any ships that have been built in space as of yet , we can manage with our own viper fighters” said Venacia .

The changeling queen nodded in agreement at that , besides they haven't been tested as of yet and would be perfect for an attack.

“Very well , our ground forces are ready to go , what about yours?” asked Chrysalis . “Mine are about ready , same with our weapons and fighter jets , they won't know what hit them” said Venacia .

Soon Chrysalis had to depart to get back to her hive where she had to attend to her family. Where hopefully she can fully train her youngest Pupa to be ready .

Manehatten , Equestria

Princess Luna and the entire royal family along with the whole military simply partied just enjoying themselves .

But however , the first lunar allied meeting would be coming up soon . And allies of the NLR would be meeting for the first time since they had first been met .

Where should we hold this meeting while obviously it would be on the moon , I simply cannot risk security by holding it in any of the cities that we had captured , nor can I risk Celestia trying to figure out where we are either  thought Luna .

She was right on one thing , she simply had to figure out a way to make sure that everything goes according to plan . Meanwhile Octavia , Vinyl and Clock music were entertaining the crowd with there songs .

Adam and Rainbow Dash were just enjoying the music , Dusk Shine , and his friends were simply talking upstairs about few things .

While Rainbow Blitz was , also talking with his friend Dusk shine .

“Listen , this war is easily going in our favor , I'd say that we step up our game and show those solar idiots , how we do things” said Rainbow Blitz .

“while I do agree on that , we should also make sure that if we do 'step up our game' we should make sure that we also know what targets to hit” pointed out Dusk Shine . Nodding Rainbow Blitz couldn't find any fault in what his friend was saying .

Fluttershy and Butterscotch , were talking about there animals and what hopes lie for the future of the New Lunar Republic . Soon Artemis decided to grab his sister Luna and talk to her about what he had found out about .

With Artemis and Luna

“Sister I had found out great news , our parents are alive” said Artemis happily . At first Luna was confused , seeing as to how she only knew her father King Cosmos .

“You see Luna , you only knew your father , however your mother was the one that gave birth to you” said Artemis . “Well pray tell who is my mother?” asked Luna .

“I think her name is Queen Chernalia , and she was the one that gave to birth not only you but the entire royal family , we are the ones that mostly handle the military but it's you two that are princesses on the throne” explained Artetmis .

“Your brother is right” said  a voice . Luna spun around and saw her mother , Queen Chernalia standing in her full glory . “Mother is that really you?” asked Luna with tears ready to spill . “yes my daughter it is me , gather your brothers and sisters , we should talk in private” said Chernalia .

Hours later

everyone had met in the dinning hall and Luna practically exploaded with pure anger , her brothers and sisters were in shock .

“HOW COULD THEE !, HOW COULD THEE ABANDON US LIKE THAT , WHAT WAS THOU THINKING LIKE THAT , DOES THY MIND HAVE AN EMPTY HOLE IN IT?! , TO CALL US YOUR DAUGHTER IS AN INSULT!” shouted Luna in her royal canterlot voice . Her mother Chernalia remained calm and didn't raise her voice once .

But in the past , she did listen to Luna's problems and always helped her find a way to fix them . This time , this it was different .

This time Luna was right about her being abandoned and raised with Celestia's parents all through out her fillyhood , and through her young mare years , into the mare she is now .

“Luna I am sorry that I abandoned you like that , but at the time I had no money to speak of , while yes I acted foalish , now I really want to help you , I heard about what happened with Celestia , and sadly I wish I had been there same with your father , but now , now I want to make it up to you Luna ,I want to show you that I can still care for you , it's the same with all of you , and as for what happened I want to be filled in on what happened on this war' said Chernalia .

Luna was able to calm down for a bit before agreeing . Star Chaser however reverted from her Nightmare Moon form .

“Ah Star Chaser ,I see you have mastered your nightmare form?” asked Chernalia . “I have indeed , I am sorry about Luna being banished like that 1,000 years ago” said Star Chaser .

“but it is good to see you mother both you and father alive and well , oh some news , we are still deciding on where to hold the lunar Allied meeting , for reasons of security we can't hold it here on Equestria , so I was thinking we could hold it on the moon” said Star Chaser .

“That is an excellent Idea Star Chaser , so anyway after the party me and your sister are going to have a mother to daughter talk and catch up on what happened” said Chernalia . “Mom , where's father?” asked Midnight Rose .

“He's here , at the party , I'll go get him” .

She walked off with Luna in tow , not because she was going to be punished because she had a lot to tell her mother about what happened from the point she was sent to the moon a thousand years ago . She soon found King Cosmos her husband talking with the human captain .

“Ah so you were the one that helped win the first two space battles and now this one , congratulations” said King Cosmos .

“thank you , I did everything that I could , but overall I'm just doing my job nothing much to say in that department” said Adam with a sheepish grin .

“yea you should see him in action , he's great when it comes to space battles” added Rainbow . “now now RD , no need to go stroking my own ego , you do that plenty enough” .

RD pouted but broke into a grin and just hugged him knowing that he meant well. “Lets face it , you were there when I was vulnerable the most and now you and me are inseparable  after that first day of the war .

“yea that's true , however you plan to look after Scootaroll , poor colt could use someone to help him” said Adam . “I guess so , I'll adopt both him and Scootaloo” said Rainbow Dash with a small smile .

“ya know you do make a fine ship captain wining three battles like that , soon I know each and every one of you will be awarded some kind of metal” said Cosmos .

“ Oh please save it after the war” .

“I'll be sure to do just that my friend , after all you and the others including those of the royal family can help win this war” said Cosmos .

“Well that's no problem , the solar empire A : has a poorly trained royal guard , and there wonderbolts couldn't take down Spike when he was big , the guards couldn't fend off the changelings” said Adam seriously .

“Well that is true at least that's what we read in the news paper , which is why the New Lunar Republic has a better military a better trained guard and better trained Shadowbolts with a great pegasus to help lead them” said Cosmos .

The lunar king walked off as he and his wife were reintroduced to there entire family , of course Luna cried her eyes out seeing her father again after so long .

Can you really blame her ? Sure he's helped her , but I'm sure she was raised with Celestia's parents , I wonder if Celestia became a spoiled brat during her fillyhood ? Thought Adam .

Meanwhile Clashing Blade and Bolt Tightener decided to mingle with there captain for a bit since there wasn't a whole lot to do .

Griffonia

King Beck Slasher was working on some new design plans for some energy based weapons , like the energy staff and zat , one of the weapons the goauld used against the humans in the Stargate SG1 show . He soon sent off the plans to the griffin research and development.

While the P90 did the trick same with the walther p99 pistol helps , it also add's a whole new meaning to the word side arm .

With the first Lunar Allied Meeting coming up , I should get ready just in case it does happen thought the griffin king .

He walked off to get ready for the allied meeting, knowing that someone would have to run the kingdom while he was away .

Manehatten , Equestria

soon the party died down and everypony was back to there patrols , Rainbow told Scootaroll and Scootaloo that she decided to adopt them .

Both were esctatic and hugged the stuffing out of there older sister .

Adam however simply hung back and had a small smirk on his face . If I know the both of them right , it's more than likely they'll wanna help one way or another  he thought . Not wanting to say a word , he simply let the scene unfold until both of them were hugging him around his legs . Before he could fall backwards rainbow had caught him with ease to get him to the couch .

With Scooaloo and Scootaroll

the both of them now have an older sister also one who is in the NLR military .

Not wanting to ask , knowing she would say no , they decided to flip through the signup sheets until they came across an add for the New Lunar Republic Black OPS , a special branch ran by the NLR SOCOM . Adam later looked at the ad and decided to talk it over with Rainbow Dash first to be safe .

“I saw this ad in the local NLR military pages , apparently Scooaloo and Scootaroll must of left it , if I remember right , they wanna help out plus there afraid if they ask you directly then you would say no” said Adam .

“While I would yes , there is a reason for it , I don't wanna loose them after I had just adopted them , though if they do want to join , then one of us is going to have to train them in order for them to be ready for Black ops” explained Rainbow .

“alright but who would train them in that field ?” asked Adam confused .

“I think I might know someponies who could help in this predicament” said Rainbow with a smirk . “Oh?” .

“ Alright so there names are Moon shadow and Moonseeker both high ranking officers in the NLR Black Ops , also they have generals who basically if I remember answer to the Commandant , and the Commandant answers to the Master Sargent of the NLRMC” explained Rainbow . “well that makes sense , when do you think we can get in touch?” Asked Adam .

“I don't know as of yet I'll be working on that right now we will have to do what we can to help train them” said Rainbow .

While her reasons made sense , however one thing stuck out as odd , she didn't want them to join because she would be afraid of loosing them , and yet she totally changed her mind on the matter .

Perhaps she's afraid of seeing them buried in the ground if they return but dead for one simple screw up  thought Adam. It does make sense and yet I'm confused of it all , oh well I suppose I could roll with it for a while , that is until something happens.

Hours later Rainbow Dash soon had some good news , she was able to get in touch with Moonshadow and Moonseeker , and they would be delighted to train them but they had to go to the NLR academy to train there .

Agreeing the both of them told them the news , while they cried tears of joy for considering it , they did tell them that the training is going to be NOTHING like what they both did in the past .

Another thing that they would have to do is address there drill Sargent as either 'sir' or 'ma'am' as he or she is going to be the one training them but others will be joining them at what Adam called 'Boot Camp'

“Basically Boot camp readies you for the military , for what branch you two would be going into , we applied you for the NLR Marine Corp , a special branch that would handle” said Adam . Both nodding Scootaloo and Scootaroll decided to get some early training early on long before they were going to be trained .

NLR Academy , NLRMC Boot Camp

Drill Instructor : Lunar Gaming

Rank : Sergeant

Drill Instructor : Trail Blazer

Rank : Sergeant

Lunar gaming and her friend Trail Blazer arrived at thew building and got off the bus that brought them there .

They had some help from the bus driver as they unloaded in there office's. Meanwhile Scootaloo and Scootaroll were getting trained by Moonshadow and Moonseeker and brutally , both Adam and Rainbow stood back and saw it all .

“You think there going to be ready for Black  Ops ?” asked Adam . “Oh I'm sure , after a few days , there going to be ready for any and everything , of that I am sure of” said Rainbow .

“great , cause I heard that we are going be working on training our troops while at the same time working on attacking Fillydelphia next” .

“yea that's true , however though I will be working with my shadowbolts to train the new ponies to get them up to speed on a few things” said Rainbow .

“well all I can say RD is best of luck , cause I'm sure that number one , the solar Empire knows that they can't beat us , they couldn't beat us at Trottingham , they couldn't beat us at Baltimare , and now they can't beat us at Manehatten , besides , you saw what there 'capbable' of it's pathetic really” said Adam .

“yea I know when I was a filly I wanted to be a wonderbolt go all around Equestria , but now I got what I wanted , I have my own team , a team that I can trust and rely on with the Shadowbolts I have a chance with them to lead them into battle , and come home safe and sound” said Rainbow .

Adam hugged the blue pegasus knowing she was right , though she was vunlerable he was there for her , as was everypony else .

But it was him who she counted on to be her shoulder to cry on , an ear to listen to .

A person she can open up to , to share feelings with to just vent when she needed to . She had come to care about this person this human being . While she may have had that with Twilight , it wasn't until that day that she betrayed not only Rainbow but her own friends saying that they were dead to her and disowning Spike . In the end she stuck with Luna for a better future , for change in Equestria . Something she can look forward to is a brighter future .

Now that I think about it here on the moon we have made Teleological leaps and bounds centuries ahead of our time , we have a new means of transportation , ships to command in , fighters to use , guns no longer bows and arrows no longer pathetic armor , enchant all you want but sooner or later the said enchantment would wear out thought Rainbow . She hugged him back with the warmest of smiles on her face in a long time .

“Yea I'm glad you came here to help us , and I'm glad I met you ,cause before I was a wreck , all five of us were , but Spike was the worst , every night he would cry , and we could only do our best to comfort him , that's where we met Dusk Shine , he took over the duties that Sparkle did as the local library and well that's how things got started he simply listened as each of us vented , mostly me and Applejack , for that I cared but you came along and helped me , you cared when my friends were getting help , it was as if you not only came here to help me but to help win us this war” said Rainbow .

“Trust me , you didn't hear this from me , but you and Twilight are my favorite ponies , but it was a shock to me to see Twilight on the wrong side on the loosing side” said Adam . “well thanks and all but we should keep that last part between you and me” whispered Rainbow Dash .

“Yea goo idea , lets go check on how Scootaloo and Scootaroll are doing on there Black ops Training” said Adam walking outside . “yea” .

The two of them walked outside to see the two orange pegasus ponies working harder than ever before on there training . Moon seeker and Moon shadow were doing what they can to make sure that they get it right .

“How's there training going?” asked Rainbow .

Stressful , but there training is going well , despite a few things” said Moonshadow with a sigh . “Oh like what?” asked Adam .

“Well despite Scootaroll's outburst but we got him back in line and the same went with Scootaloo , in a weeks time they'll be ready for our own version of Boot Camp” said Moon seeker.

NLR Academy : NLRMC Bootcamp

Lunar Gaming and Trail Blazer were finally setup for the recruits arrival . Both knowing that it was going to be stressful , for the first few weeks .

They looked out a window and saw an entire bus load of ponies pour out of the bus and enter the grounds of where they are going to be training .

“Welcome to Boot Camp recruits , as you know this is where your going to be training for the rest of your days here, don't expect us to hold your hooves , or wipe your muzzle or anything like that , you are going to sweat and work hard , and we expect NOTHING but the best out of you is that clear?” all he got was nothing but silence out of these ponies . “AM I CLEAR!” . “AYE SIR!” .

“good now then we are going to be splitting you up the mares are going to be following Sargent Gaming , you guys are going to be following me to your assigned training grounds” said Trail Blazer . Both groups were split up at that the mares headed with Lunar gaming who had plans for them .

Each pony handed them a pair of sweats , courtesy of Rarity , running boots and various hygienic products and of course . Once each of the two groups were settled in , they all got to know each other . Cause tomorrow training was going to begin .

Location : The Crystal Empire

Princess Candence found out that she was pregnant , sadly though her family was doing the best they can to help her through this pregnancy . As for her 'husband' shinning armor , he was nowhere to be found anywhere in the Crystal Empire .

Her father Emperor Crystal was doing what he could to help his daughter while her brother or brothers Prince Charming and Prince Cristoph de Crystale were also doing what they could to help out . Meanwhile it was her mother Empress Phenacite who handled Cadenc'es subjects .

“honey how could her husband not be here for his wife , this is insane” said Emperor Crystal while tending to Cadence .

“I am puzzeled as well , from what I heard is that this 'Shinning Armor' character is loyal to Princess Celestia of the Solar Empire and I think has or had , cut all ties with the Crystal Empire and yet remaines a prince , this is what puzzles me this most , why would Shinning Armor abandon his own wife when she needs him the most” said Phenacite . Thinking it over prince Charming and Prince cristoph formed there own theories on what was going on .

“Well perhaps before this war happened , maybe Celestia wanted him at her side the whole time which is why he can't see his own wife , who is pregnant with his foal” said Prince Charming . “While I would be inclined to agree I think your right , on what you said” said Crystal .

The small Crystal family agreed that it would be best if Shinning Armor never saw his wife , and would stop him either way with any means necessary.

“While I don't like this one bit , it has to be done , for the sake of our daughter and her own unborn foals” said Crystal seriously .

Hours later he ordered the guards to patrol the entire city , and have guards patrol the entire castle all corridors and have two more guard the entrance to his daughters chambers . After the order was given the guards knew what to do .

As for Twilight the same order was given to NOT let either Shinning Armor or Twilight Sparkle see Cadence for whatever reason , in fear that they might kill her and the foal or foals .

Moon City

Adam's POV

I decided tohead back inside to watch a bit of TV , or just to see what was new on .

I turned on the TV and this was new that the NLR had there own News Network , the New Lunar Republic 12  I guess it's like KSBW Action News 8  back on Earth or something like that .

“This is Iva for the New Lunar Republic 12 , as you already know we have been gathering information about what has been going on , apparently there has been a war going on on , we now go live to Trottingham with our corespondent Iggy Buffs , Iggy what's it like over there?” asked Iva .

Trottingham , Equestria

“I can tell you this Iva , it's like your normal city , but it wasn't like that before , before a faction known as the New Lunar Republic lead a bold attack on Trottingham and successfully drove out the Solar Forces the ground forces lead by Captain Shinning Armor , and the Solar Fleet lead by Admiral Twilight Sparkle , both defeated badly , there losses were staggering . However through tactical thinking and focused on winning the New Lunar Republic was able to win Trottingham” said Iggy Buffs .

Moon City

“well that was interesting … hold on this just in , Empress Celestia is about to give a speech , we now go live to Canterlot , with Sparkle Scribe on the scene , Sparkle what in the name of the moon is going on?” asked Iggy confused

Canterlot ,Equestria

“well Iggy , from where I am standing , apparently the entire crowd of ponies that either are working normaly take the time to listen , however guards are patrolling the streets looking for anypony NOT listening to Princess Celestia's Speech …. hold on here she comes now , lets tune in” said Sparkle Scribe .

Princess Celestia's POV

I walked onto the balcony of Canterlot castle and greeted by thunderous cheers from below . “Citizens of the Solar Empire” I said loudly enough . That got there attention and even those of news journalists. “As you know , the war is going badly for us , however I plan to change ALL of that I am going to in act a law that is going to enlist any stallion or mare into the solar Army , also we plan to retrain and restrengthen after our losses at Trottingham , Baltimare and now Manehatten . It is time that I get a couple of new ponies for the solar Army , I also plan to bring in a new branch for the Solar Military , The Marines , along with the Air force , and even restructure the Wonderbolts this time with Captain Lightning Dust replacing Captain Spitfire and Commander Brave Wing replacing Commander Soarin as of now the both of them are relieved of duty as they cannot beat the highly trained Shadowbolts . We need to restructure the entire military make it stronger and able to match wit for wit with those of the New Lunar Republic , also as of right this moment me and Luna are NO longer sisters on the field of battle , and now I plan to introduce them , Come on out Lightning Dust” said Celestia .

The light blue Pegasus walked out onto the balcony proudly , Lightning Dust couldn't be happier  as she was finally wearing a solar wonderbolts uniform , it matched the colors of the sun perfectly .

“Come on out Brave wing” . Brave wing is an Orange pegasus with also the colors of the sun and yet no cutie mark . “These two , are going to lead the wonderbolts to highly combat the shadowbolts , as w now have a chance against them , we will soon have victory over the rebel group the New Lunar Republic” said Celestia proudly . I could hear the thunderous applause from below and it filled me with such joy that I walked back inside Luna your shadowbolts have finally met there match .

Spitfires POV

I couldn't believe what I was hearing , Lightning Dust is REPLACING ME AS CAPTIAN?!.

This is outrageous ! , she dosen't have what it takes to be a captain of the Wonderbolts , I have lead those ponies battle after battle , and yes I am proud to say that Rainbow Dash , has a better team a team of fast flyers , but also a better team that can fight and hold there own .

I later head back to my office and just packup no longer caring where I go , my life is over , I hope your happy Celestia you have lost one of the most best captains that can really lead the Wonderbolts ! . “What's going on Spitfire?” asked Soarin confused .

“Celestia replaced us , apparently she's right the Solar Empire has taken too many losses and she's replaced us with Brave wing and …. Lightning Dust” I said sadly . “Well where are we going to go?” asked Soarin .

“I know one place , The Crystal Empire , there we can at least make a life for ourselves and hopefully this war can blow over” .

Shocked Soarin started to pack up , hours later we soon we headed to Ponyville and simply boarded a train that was bound for the Crystal Empire.

I lost my job to Lightning Dust , after she pulled several stunts to try and 'win' the competition , Rainbow Dash was right that day , she was endangering other ponies lives , now she has my job ! .

I really don't know what else to say anymore , is that frankly I can try and start a new life here.

Hours later we had a house to ourselves and well our wonderbolt days are over , and with time ponies are sure to remember us , but now well that's different . Who would remember Spitfire and Soarin , I doubt Rainbow Dash ever would .

Inside the Crystal Castle

Emperor Crystal and Empress Phenacite were thinking hard on something and finally they came up with an idea . “We could create a peace corp and go from there” said Emperor Crystal.

“I guess so darling , but who would lead the Peace corp , you and me can't heck none of us can as we have to take care of our daughter Cadence who needs our help” said Phenacite .

“that is true my darling , don't worry I know two ponies who can do just that, I met them sometime ago  hopefully there still alive and here in the Crystal Empire” said Emperor Crystal .

He looked up two names and there were Hope and Pulsar . He showed the names to his wife who nodded in agreed . “I'll send guards out to bring them here” said Phenacite .

Hours later the two ponies were brought before the Emperor and Empress of the Crystal Empire . “Your hignesses , what is it that you require of us?” asked Hope .

“We are going to make you both Princess and Prince of this new faction we are going to set up , The Peace Corp we are already working on underground bunkers should nuclear fallout happen , and if it does then take what war refuges come across your path and get them into said bunkers and DO not open them for any reason until the radiation has died down” said Emperor Crystal . “Understood , and thank you both for this opportunity” said Pulsar with a smile on her face .

Both newly crowned Princess Hope and Prince Pulsar started to find a some war refuges and low and behold they found Spitfire and Soarin former Captain and Commander of the Wonderbolts .

Finally they started to setup a small refuge camp just outside the Crystal Empire with houses along with various things to do .

Meanwhile more refuges from the Changeling Swarm , and the Griffin Empire started to come to the small camp to settle down cause either A : they didn't want to fight or B : there should be peace in Equestria once again .

The amount of refuges from all over Equestria was pouring in and more and more houses were being built . Princess Hope and Prince Pulsar had to care for so many refuges that it wasn't even funny .

Moon City , NLRMC Boot camp

With Trail Blazer

Day 1 Training Begins

“Alright you good for nothing Ponies , get up!” ordered Trail Blazer . Quickly the stallions were scrambling out of bed and getting into line as quick as they could .

“Alright we are going to start with a nice and easy warm up , something the human  race calls PT or Phyiscal Training , we are going work the lead out of you , make you real stallions , not like what I see before me” said Trail Blazer .

One pony was trying to hold back a laugh , and that was something that was really ticking off Trail Blazer . Briskly walking over to the near laughing stallion he got up right in his muzzle .

“DO YOU THINK THIS IS FUNNY , WHAT DO YOU FIND SO FUNNY ABOUT THIS?!” shouted Trail blazer .

Quickly he shut up . “ I want an answer right now recruit , I wanna know what you find is so funny , do share with the rest of the other recruits , come on out with it” .

“Sir I don't find anything funny sir ! , it's just well why us? , couldn't you have found a bunch of other stallions besides us?” asked Tinderbox.

“THEN WHY IN THE NAME OF LUNA DID YOU SIGN UP FOR THE MARINE CORP YOU WORTHLESS SACK OF MANNURE , WHILE I WAS OUT THERE TAKING ON THE SOLAR EMPIRE ,WHEN  YOUR MOTHER WAS WIPING YOUR MUZZLE! , DROP DOWN AND GIVE ME 20 !” shouted Trail blazer .

Quickly Tinderbox started doing pushups like a mare would , oh boy I have a lot of work to do with these stallions ! Thought Trail blazer .

“alright , here's what's going to happen , while chuckles tries to do a push up , we are going to get dressed with the clothes that the ponies gave you before , I'm going to show you how a push up is really done , for those of you that are pegasi and never used those wings I'm going also show you how a wing up is done as well” said Trail Blazer .

Quickly Tinderbox got back up on all fours and didn't dare say another word .

Hours later beds , were made , and every single pony was freshened up for the day ready to take on what ever there drill instructor threw at them .

With Lunar gaming

if things with Trail Blazer were tough with his recurits , things were going to be even tougher with her recruits Time to wake them up  thought Lunar Gaming .

Quickly she got dressed in her drill instructors outfit and marched down to the sleeping quarters and do what any good mother would do , wake up the pony with some sunlight .

All groaning the mares either threw the covers other themselves for some extra sleep or they didn't get up at all .

I can see THAT won't work , time to what all drill instructors do. She blew her whistle waking up every single pony in the whole room , several got out of bed and fell right into line smirking inwardly .

“Alright , for those of you that got up due to either the shades being lifted up or my whistle being blown good job , and for THOSE of you that are still asleep , expect me to this every single morning till I expect all of you to get up and fall into line” said Lunar Gaming

“this isn't a sleep over , and this isn't home anymore, so none of you get a choice this is boot camp , and you WILL follow my instructions and you WILL get up in a timely manner , and if I have to blow my whistle in your face to wake you up then so be it , if I have toss your entire bed from it's from it's frame and onto the floor for you to get up then so be it I am not your grand mother , I am not your daddy I am not your mother I am not your sister , nor am I your brother either , I am your drill instructor and I am going to train you into a marine one way or another , if you make it hard dig your back hooves in then your only making it hard on yourself and expect the rest of your days to be even harder” .

“if this is what those of you came from , then I will work the lead out of you from sun rise till sunset and repeat until your ALL marines , you will all learn team work , the easy way or the hardway” . All the mares were finally awake cause now things are going to be going her way .

“Now that everypony is awake hit the showers and meet me outside once dressed cause we are going to be going on a mile run” said Lunar Gaming seriously . Hours later of waiting the mares were finally ready to go fully dressed and in line .

“As I said before , we are going on a mile run , so don't expect this to be a morning jog I am going to load your saddle bags with rocks to give you a tougher challenge” said Lunar Gaming .

Each mare handed her there saddle bags and she found the heaviest rock she could find and put it in with out said saddle bag ripping open . Soon the mare recruits felt some weight on them . “Now follow me” . Each one taking off on a trot able to keep up but barely .

With Trail Blazer

Trail Blazer waited for his recruits to get done , and done they were with showering making there beds and even getting dressed . “Alright you sissy ponies , I'm gonna show you how a push up is done” said Trail Blazer .

He soon spotted Adam just sitting out on his porch reading a random book and thought of an idea . “Excuse me” .

That got the captains attention as he looked up and saw the drill sargent standing in front of him.

“Yea can I help you?” asked Adam . “yea I need you to show , these recruits how to do a proper pushup” said Trail Blazer .

Putting the book down , Adam said yes and followed the drill sargent back to the boot camp grounds and obviously showed them how to do it right , he told them to spread there legs apart and make sure there 'plot' was down in order to go down and back up . After seeing that the recruits were able to mimic it .

Hours later they got into PT and the captain went back to reading his book . Hours later Rainbow came out and decided to join him . “I didn't know you read books” said Adam curiously .

“Well I do , thankfully I grabbed everything that I could and left all my wonderbolt posters behind and only grabbed all my daring do books” said Rainbow with a grin . Confused she told him about Daring do and her famous book series .

“Oh Well Indiana Jones has a book series , and like 4 movies and even was in several video games , I'd like to see Daring Do top that” said Adam with a smirk .

Defeated Rainbow was right , Daring do couldn't top that , however she was interested in what Indiana Jones does .

“Well that's easy , he's basically like Daring do , only he's found the Ark of the Covenant , and eve the drinking cup of the holy grail , and oh lets not forget he was in the last movie known as Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade” said Adam . Meanwhile both Scootaroll and Scootaloo were tired and curled up on the couch sleeping after a shower and lunch . As for Adam and Rainbow , the both of them just smiled and talked for as long as they could . “You know RD , i'm kinda glad that the two of them are taking this seriously .

Once they make into the black ops there going to be all grown up” said Adam as he was reading Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark .

“yea that is true , but we don't want them to forget who they are when there fighting in the war” added Rainbow .

“yea but moving on from that , I finally have a family married or not , I have you Scootaloo and Scootaroll , just what more could I even well ask for” said Adam .

“Don't worry about that now , just make sure that you always come home alive” said Rainbow . “yea same with you RD” said Adam . He took her hoof in his hand as he put down his book .

He looked into her eyes and kissed her , surprised she kissed him back knwoing she now had somepony or in this case someone to support her no matter what .

Pulling back for air the both of them saw Dusk Shine in a panicked state . This can't be good  they both thought .

“Alright Dusk Shine what's the problem now?” asked Adam . “I have some rather tragic news” said Dusk Shine . “well out with it” said Rainbow impatiently .

“Celestia used her Nuclear weapons on several cities in Equestria starting off with cities like Fillydelphia , Van Hoover , Hoofington , Dodge Junction , Las Pegasus , Tall Tale , she even nuked Hollow Shades and now I hear she may nuke places like Trottingham , Manehatten and Baltimare as well , she's wiping out all life on Equestria as we speak , we have to stop her as of right now” said Dusk Shine .

“For what reason would Celestia use her nuclear weapons?” asked Rainbow seriously .

“They were starting to look in our favor , starting to see us as the ones to win the war , the ones to see that we are right , the ones to expose Celestia for who she really is a tyrant , a madmare , and now a mass murderer to add to that, capturing her is out of the question now , heck the entire lunar family is meeting and you two are required to be there so come on” .

Adam and Rainbow looked at each other with worry , but also with pure rage in there minds capturing her wouldn't work .

Getting up they followed Dusk Shine to the castle of Moon city , they walked inside and into the meeting hall .

Where they saw the entire royal family ones like Lunar wishes , Midnight Rose , Prince Eclipse , Prince Artemis , Lunar Shine , Lunar Flower , Crescent Song , Northern Crescent , Prince Concord , Prince Shadow , King Cosmos , Queen Chernalia , Nightmare Beat , Prince Orkan , Lunar Rainbow , Nightmare Dancer , Night Wish , Lunar Storms , Lunar Descent , Princess Luna and Princess Star Chaser . Taking there seats next to the king and queen a lot was going to go down .

“As you already know , Empress Celestia has targeted and nuked several cities , ones that Dusk shine has already explained to Captain Seville of the lunar Space devision and Rainbow Dash Captain of the Shadowbolts , she has murdered so many ponies that not only that they had protested since she did threaten them with nuclear weapons but when that didn't work and they started to go to our side , it was no luck she nuked them right then and there, as of now this meeting has been called into order” said King Cosmos .

“I agree with my husband apparently training our forces for Fillydelphia just won't work , but we do need to train our forces now for Canterlot , waiting to attack Fillydelphia is now out of the question ! , we need to get the changelings up to speed , which is why we are going to be holding a Lunar alliance Meeting or a LAM for short here at Moon City , several cities were just starting to take notice of us , only for them to wiped off the face of Equestria , so now we have to train our troops hard” said Queen Chernalia angrily .

“Yes and we must get our new troops trained soon , cause if not more cities are going to be nuked if we don't act soon” added Lunar Flower . “True , and once we do act we should bring our full military might to Canterlot with our allies beside us” said Nightmare Dancer . This time Adam stood up to say something .

Adam's POV

“Every single one of you are right , cause if we don't stop celestia now , then your all right more cities are going to be nuked , and who knows how many more lives are going to be lost in this war” I said .

And yes I was referring to the lives of Cloudsdale and Ponyville , cause I have to break the news to Applejack sooner or later about Fillydelphia and the other cities .

“Also we should focus on training our troops yes , which is why we should get an army boot camp built at the NLR Academy and have our troops trained , I don't know how long it will take but we have to hurry soon”  .

“I concur with what you had said there , which is why Spike head of the NLR military Academy is going to be doing such a thing , and as for the drill sargents I chose Aetherious , Cliff racer ,  Knight Shade , Retro Reck , and Star Keeper , they are all going to be at the rank of Sargent training all new troops and also frankly we have no choice but to do this , we are going to be helping the changelings with there technology and a means to build up there fleet” said Lunar Storms .

“ I agree , and besides , since we are going to be helping the changelings we should also prepare the Crystal Empire for it's betrayal” said Eclipse seriously .

I nodded , however things weren't going to be easy , but we had no other choice Celestia committed murder on a massive scale , a scale unlike ponykind has ever seen in there history .

“Alright if we are going to go through with this , then we must know that she had forced our hoof , it is time that we end her' I said with an angry expression . For once Luna matched my expression with one of her own as did Star Chaser .

“For once I do agree , Celestia will be ended one way or another , as we will be bringing this up with our allies” said Luna .

“In concur sister , Celestia went too far , way too far and this time it is time we end her once our troops are trained” said Star Chaser .

“Hopefully we can help in that department” said Lunar wishes . “acutally , Lunar gaming and Trail blazer are working there recruits , which means that we should inform the changeling hive and Queen Chrysalis” I added .

I looked around and I saw that every single brother and sister of the royal family matched my expression and nodded there heads in agreement , in a few days time we would march upon Canterlot with the full force of the New Lunar Republic and her allies , Celestia you are going to pay very dearly for what you had just done! I thought angrily .

The lunar family meeting was over and I later told the apple family what happned , luckily Applejack didn't hit me but was so angry she nearly bucked Big Mac and or Macerina , in all my days I had never seen her so angry .

“Was it something I had done?” I asked . “Nope , you did the raght thing by telling us , ah now know what mah sis needs to do , I'll tell her” said Big mac .

The big red stallion walked off and told Applejack to let off some steam by workingit always made her calm down . And with that said she did just that . “Alright you joining up in the army?” I asked .

“Eyup , Celestia has gone to far with this war , and we need to end now” said Big Mac . “heck even Macerina is going to join up as well” . “and ah plan to , it aint going to be easy but ah have to” said Macerina . “Count' me in” said Applebuck . Big mac and Macerina were going to argue that he was too young , but this time they agreed .

“Alright sometime you all will follow the drill instructors order to the red letter , this won't be like what  you do here on the farm , it's going to be Boot Camp , a whole new ball park” I said seriously .

“Don't worry we can handle it” said Big Mac putting a hoof on my shoulder .  Much to my surprise even Applebloom wanted to join , she said Ponyville was her home and where she grew up .

I told her the same thing , Sweetie Belle even asked if she could join up .

“Well someponies going to have to teach you Magic 101” I said . She nodded and was more than ready .

“Rainbow relay the information to your shadowbolts , I think it's time we kick this into gear” I said . She nodded and took off like a rocket.

Rainbow Dash's POV

I couldn't believe what I was hearing , how could Celestia do this ?! , this is an outrage , and I know what I have to do. Get my shadowbolts ready , ready for action once again !.

I have to do this , get my shadowbolts team , train them , and make sure that we can handle whatever the Solar Empire throws at us ! I thought as I flew .

“Alright Shadowbolts listen” I said . Every single Shadwobolt fell right into line Snowflake included .

“for those of you who don't know what is going on , Celestia had committed Nuclear genocide , she has nuke several cities ones including Fillydelphia , the very city we were going to take , but now that has changed , Canterlot is now our new target , as of right now , the marines have there recruits being trained , and soon the army is going to be joining in , we are too , I am going to train you all so consider me your drill instructor , most of you may know what to do so just consider this a refresher course , I know most of you have been out of action for a while , so it's time that we use guns and swords” .

Hours later I was training the shadowbolts , my hoof picked team , of fast fliers but also fliers that can fly , ones like Apocalypse knew what to do and didn’t need my help .

All I had to do was sit back and watch the shadowbolts train there hearts out . I know you all can do this , do this for me at least  I thought .

NLRMC Bootcamp

With Sargent Lunar Gaming

during her mile run with her recruits she received message via derpy hooves .

“thank you derpy” said Lunar gaming . She opened the letter and read what happened on Equiss  and was in shock over what had happened .

Celestia your going to pay with your life for what you had just done  thought Lunar gaming . “Ma'am what is it?” asked Glory .

“ I had just received a message and it's not good , Celestia had nuke several cities who had protested and started to notice us for who we are and what we do” sid Lunar gaming with tears nearly spilling . The other recurits all stopped and surrounded her and hugged her while she finally cried . But she still had to train her recruits for something like this .

“Alright , listen , while something like this is very tragic , that doesn't mean we are NOT gonna stop , we are gonna finish this mile run and then it's on to hoof to hoof combat , much like the human version hand to hand combat' said Lunar gaming. I'm doing this for my recruits , for the future of the New Lunar Republic thought Lunar gaming .

With Sargent Trail Blazer

He received the same message and had a burning rage in his eyes .

“Alright Recruits listen up , several cities had been nuke by Celestia , not only for protesting but also for , noticing that we are not a rebel group , but to also help free them from the grips of Celestia , I fear that sooner or later she may nuke Ponyville or Cloudsdale next , BUT  that doesn't mean we aren't going to stop training , we are going to train until I think that you lot are ready, “ said Trail Blaze with a burning rage .

He wasn't directing it at his recruits but at Celestia . And soon enough they got back doing PT , along with soon to be the crucible .

Back with Rainbow Dash and the shadowbolts

“Captian Dash” said Commander Snowflake. “What is it Commander?” asked Rainbow . “is it really true that Celestia did nuke those cities?” asked Snowflake .

“Yes it is very true , which is why I'm training all of you and also the reason as to why the army is going to start as well” .

“Alright how long do we have before we attack Canterlot?” asked Snowflake.

“A week maybe longer” said Dash simply . And so the training really begins , with the marines , the army , and the shadowbolts in the air force .

Chapter 10 The Crystal Empire

Location : The Crystal Empire

A random guard was galloping towards the the throne room , and he was in a hurry , the other guards looked at him as if he was crazy . “Emperor!”.

“What is it?” asked Crystal . “Emperor , it's bad , I had just received word that Empress Celestia has nuked several cities and the death count is high” .

Crystal took the scroll out of his wing , unrolled it , and he was shocked , too shocked for words . “You did good getting this to me , I must inform the princess of the New lunar Republic” said Crystal .

He headed out of the throne room and towards another room which lead him towards a pad .

The door to a crystal shuttle opened . He stepped inside , he knew what he had to do and this time he had to plan something instead of being allied with a crazy madmare that had no committed mass genocide .

“Computer , set a course for the moon” ordered Crystal . The shuttle door closed , as the computer systems came online the shuttle lifted off the ground and took off into the sky on auto pilot .

How could Celestia do this ?! … no I won't allow her to go any further , I know what I have to do , I have to ally with the New Lunar Republic! Thought the Emperor Alicorn . Hours later he exited the planet and was on his way towards the moon .

Moon City

Luna saw an incoming shuttle as it touched down on a unoccupied landing pad . Out stepped Emperor Crystal . “Emperor Crystal , this is an unexpected visit” said Luna

“I know , I wish we could meet under better circumstances , but sadly we can not I had just received a report from one of my guards and I want to ally with you , already most of our scientists have developed weapons , armor , personal shields , and even new ships , which is why I , Emperor of the Crystal Empire wish to ally with the New Lunar Republic” said Crystal .

“Request granted , also can you and your wife make it to the New Lunar Republic alliance meeting today?” asked Luna with a smile .

“yea we can , but who's going to watch Cadence?” asked Crystal with worry . “Fear not I'll send my best soldiers to make sure she's safe , and secure should something happen” .

“Thank you ever so much , now then I think I can contact my wife through the shuttle and see what I can do” said Crystal heading back into his shuttle . Hours later he agreed and soon his wife was on her way with her own shuttle .

She soon touched down on a landing pad , Luna and Star Chaser offered them both rooms until leaders from the Changeling Swarm , and the Griffin Empire arrive .

Hours later King Beck Slasher arrived followed by Queen Chrysalis and King Metamorphosis . They were all lead into a special room which was guarded by elite lunar guards . Once they entered , everypony took there seats as several lights came on .

“ As you all know , Celestia has nuked several cities right after the battle of Manehatten , just when everypony was starting to see us as a civilization that is not a bunch of terrorists , but a rebel group fighting for liberation of the Solar Empire , which is why I need all of you to pull all of your rescources together , cause we are going to be attacking Canterlot not today , but when our new batch of troops are ready , and the reason for that is simple , the changelings are working on there fighters , along with there weapons , already they have there tanks ready to go at a moments notice , the Crystal Empire as ready as ever , and the Griffin Empire is ready , as are we , however though I do have one thing to say , The Solar Empire is going down” said Luna .

“What my sisters said is true , after what I had heard from Dusk Shine , I believe that it's time we get our troops trained , and ready to fight , also Celestia has an ally of her own , Emperor Great Sun” said Nightmare Moon .

Queen Chrysalis saw the black mare but wasn't even phased . “Ah Nightmare Moon , I take it you have a plan?” asked King Beck Slasher . Nightmare Moon grinned deviously at the griffin King .

“I do have a plan my friend , once our ground forces lead by Applejack ,we are to make the march and go straight for Canterlot , letting nothing stop us” said Nightmare . Everypony looked at each other as if she were crazy .

“While this plan of yours would work , we will need to make sure that our troops aren't carpet bombed by the Solar Empire' said Chrysalis .

“I agree with my wife , how do we know that this plan of yours Nightmare is going to work?” asked King Metamorphosis .

“that is easy Metamorphosis , every single soldier from each race is going to have energy shields installed into there armor , to shield them from carpet bombs same with the tanks as well” stated Nightmare Moon .

“I have a question , when do we betray the Solar Empire?” asked Emperor Crystal. “Again Emperor , I would want you to betray them , come Canterlot” said Luna .

“Very well , I have a few other queens , who want some payback for what happened several thousand years ago” said Chrysalis . “Oh ? And will this affect anything in the war?” asked Luna . “No , as they are focused solely on Celestia and nopony else” .

“Very well , I will need one of your changelings to help train our troops at the Army bootcamp , can that work?” asked Luna . “Again , I have no problem with that as he will be arriving on one of my transports today” .

Hours later the leaders , walked out of the room and decided to have lunch together except for Chrysalis and Metamorphosis , they decided to head out into the Lunar gardens and just hang out .

With Adam and Rainbow

Adam's POV

I was relaxing on the couch once again with Rainbow cuddled up with me , in my mind I thought it was cute , since the start of this war  we have gotten a lot closer  as friends , and I feel as if I care for her . Although towards the end she's in for a interesting surprise . While she doesn't know as to what it is , I'd rather keep it a secret for her . Pinkie Pie and Surprise know what it is , and yes Pinkie Pie was surprised when I told her that her mother is Surprise .

FLASHBACK , HOURS EARLIER

“Pinkie Pie” I said . “Oh hey Adam , what brings you by and who's that?” asked Pinkie with a smile . “Well this is Surprise , and she has something to say , go ahead” I said .

“Pinkie Pie , I am your mother , I know I never had the heart to say this but , I am the one who gave birth to you , which is why you only remember your parents from the Rock farm , and your employers at Sugar Cube Corner in Ponyville , I watched you from a far , and watched you grow from the filly you are into a beautiful young mare” said Surprise with a soft smile .

At that point I saw Pinkie pie just stare at her own mother , the very one who gave her life , who brought her into this world .

“I'm sorry that I couldn't take care of you , but your real father left me for another mare , nor did I have a single bit to my name , so I worked with the wonderbotls for a few years , I put you up for adoption hoping some nice family would take care of you until I could take care of you”  .

“Adam , this is the nicest gift you could give me , while I do hate for what you did to me , I do understand you … mommy” said Pinkie with tears spilling form her eyes .

The two met in a warm hug , and as for me , well I was able to get Pinkie to meet with her mom after all those years .

And yea this is the nicest gift I could give her , a family reunion with her mother , and me well I still have something planned for Rainbow Dash .

Rainbow , I know your father is still at cloudsdale , and I plan to rescue him and have him reunite with his wife and your mother , sadly it's going to be a while I thought .

And knowing me I would plan to make it happen , I do plan to keep her safe one way or another , I won't loose her , she means to much to me .

FLASHBACK END , PRESENT TIME

I decided to close my eyes and simply put my arm around Rainbow Dash and simply hear her breathing . Her calm breathing for a pony she's not that bad , not bad at all  I thought .

As I slept with Rainbow Dash at my side , I felt a slight poking at my stomach , I cracked open one eye to see Scootaloo smiling . She walked off and back to sleep I went with a content smile on my face .

I have ponies to look after and a job in the New Lunar Republic Military , I either I have time off , or we are training new troops to make one final push against the solar Empire I thought .

DREAMSCAPE

Adam's POV

I soon found myself on the bridge of a ship and it looked like I was holding my own against Twilight in the final space battle . That's when I saw Princess Luna shimmer into focus . “Ah Princess what brings you here?” I asked .

“I came to visit you , we haven't had a talk like this in a long time” said Luna . “Yea , with this war going on , besides there is one thing I have to mention , you want Celestia dead do you not?” I asked .

“It's hard to say , while yes I want to stop her , but she said that she is no longer my sister , I just don't know what to do” said Luna sadly .

“Listen Luna , follow your heart , and as for Celestia not being your sister , keep that in mind when you meet her on the field of battle , Trust me , feelings like that tend to make you hesistate allowing the enemy to gain the upper hand , or in this case the upper hoof” I said . “but I don't want to be seen as a killer , I want to be seen as a savior among many ponies” said Luna .

“Look I know that , however there are going to be ponies that will hate you if you take out Celestia , the elements are long gone , or Celestia may have them still I don't know , all that I do know is that she represents a threat , a threat that we have to elminate one way or another” . She knew I was right , but it felt like she was at the end of her rope she simply hugged me in happiness. “Thank you for those words , I cans see why Rainbow Dash loves you” said Luna  .

“I'm sorry what now ? , were just friends is it not wrong for someone like me to be friends with a pony that is ALSO in the military ?” I asked . “No tis not wrong , I can read minds you know” said Luna . “Okay now I'm really confused” .

“Let me try and explain this in a way you understand, when I brought you here you opened up a wound in Rainbow Dash that needed healing , that healer is you , however you also opened her up to a new possibility , love , it is the one thing that drives her as well as her friends , cause without them , she would be lonely , and heart broken” explained Luna . “Alright now when the war comes to an end , then what happens to me?” I asked . “

Well you would have two choices , stay here in the New Lunar Republic and live a new life , or I could have you sent back to earth with no memory of what had transpired” explained Luna .

Now obviously I would pick choice number 1 cause I wouldn't want to hurt Rainbow Dash , she trusts me and I trust her , same with her little sister and little brother as well .

“I'll let you know after the war” I stated .

“That's quite fair enough , after all when ever I visit the dream scape I see that your dreams are always of Rainbow Dash , which is why you care about her so much” said Luna with a wink . I raised an eyebrow in confusion , but shrugged it off .

“So , how long do we have before we attack Canterlot?” I asked . “about a week , maybe 4 weeks or a month , since the war is going in our favor , and once our troops are trained , we then attack with full military might using everything , as I will have night sky handle all air force bases , while somepony could direct the ground troops” said Luna .

“Sounds fair though , and I have to say , that since we have a sizable army and 4 allies we can hold our own” I said .

“That is quite true , and I must admit you have helped us a lot through this war , which is why I would like to make you a permanent resident in the New Lunar Republic” said Luna with a smile .

“Hey thanks , may as well scrap my life on earth , but think you can transport me back so I can get my stuff?” I asked .

“That can be arranged in fact I could open a wormhole and have your ship come through so that way we can get whatever it is you need and we will be out before your United Nations can even find us” said Luna . “Right have we been secretly trading tech?” I asked .

“Indeed we have , they have given us recently Cloaking devices so we can get the upper hoof on them” said Luna with a smirk.

“Perfect , it will also give us the tactical advantage as well” . “That's right and If i'm right I'll get to see you play that thing you call a 'console'” said Luna .

“well I have 2 consoles and you will see why” I said . Hours later I woke up with Rainbow cuddled up at my side with a content smile on her face .

Odd , wonder how long i've been asleep I thought . I finally got untangled from Rainbow and decided to stretch for a bit before heading out to check on the Marine boot camp .

NLR ARMY Boot Camp

A blue unicorn stallion was setting up his office , when he saw the other drill Sargent's walk in . “So you must be the ones that are going to be instructing the privates?” asked Aetherious .

“Indeed we are , we mostly are going to be instructing them on cleaning there weapons , firing there weapons among other things” said a tan unicorn named Cliff Racer .

“well somepony has to keep them in line for about the first week” said Knight Shade . Agreeing they also had two more drill sargents as well named Retro Reck and Star Keeper .

Sure enough everything was set up , as they had there stuff right next to the privates bunks and across from the restroom . Hours later a entire bus load of ponies pulled up and most of them were stallions some mares .

They all had there manes trimmed , and were soon issued some PT clothes made by Rarity and Elusive of course .

Several ponies were from that of the Apple family , Cliff racer was surprised to see a young filly and a young colt among them .

“Well this is sure interesting a young filly and a young colt ? , how do you think we are going to manage that ?” asked Star Keeper. “Treat them like we would any other private” said Astherious simply .

“Okay” said Retro Reck . They all got dressed up in there Drill sargents uniform as they let there privates get all settled in .

“Alright maggots listen up!” called Astherious . Every single pony fell right into line not saying a single word .

“Now this is Boot camp , I know some of you are from farms and what your gonna be going through is going to be hell , none of you may like me , but I could care less, but once your all done with Boot camp you'll thank me one day” .

Not a single pony spoke a single word during the boring monolog .

“Now then I am Astherious , your drill sargent  along with me are my other drill sargents , Cliff Racer , Star Keeper , Knight Shade , and Retro Reck , they are going to be making sure that everything runs smoothly , we are not your parents , we are not your grand mothers , fathers , mothers , sisters or brothers , we are your drill sargents  and that's all we are going to be , starting tomorrow , we are going to start training you in formations , PT , and the only answer out of your stinkin muzzle is going to be Yes sir , Do I make myself Clear?” said Astherious .

“SIR YES SIR!” shouted the privates .

“Good , now go get some lunch cause starting tomorrow is formations followed by PT , a Mile run , and finally topped with , hoof to hoof combat , later on down the road , we will teach you how to clean your weapon , run an obstacle course , rebuild your weapon and fire your weapon and fight with your weapon” said Cliff Racer .

NLR Army BOOTCAMP Mess Hall

They soon left the bunk room and headed over to the officers quarters to get some grub and just keep a general eye on the privates .

“you know the other drill instructors from the Marine Boot Camp should be joining us soon” said Retro Reck . Hours later Lunar Gaming and Trail Blazer got there trays of food and joined the new drill sargents .

“So how are things with your recruits?” asked Astherious . “There going well , though it's a real pain with Lunar gaming’s recruits” said Trail blazer .

“it's true , but I am going to make there lives a living hell one way or another so our day can start smoothly” said Lunar Gaming .

Just then Rainbow Dash entered the mess hall , and got her tray of food and sat down with the drill instructors and drill sargents .

“So what's new?” asked Rainbow .

“Well the good news is that a new kind of boot camp had opened up hopefully things go smoothly” said Astherious with a smile

“Yea we are going to use something called Basic training” said Cliff Racer .

“that's good to hear , things are going smoothly with my Shadowbolts and frankly , I have no idea when we are going to be ready” said Rainbow with a small frown .

“Don't worry , in about a month of so maybe a week , w are going to have to attack Canterlot” said Trail Blazer .

Adam's POV

I soon walked in and grabbed my tray full of food and sat down next to RD . “So you must be the captain of the ship Once more Unto the Breach?” asked Lunar Gaming curiously .

“Yea that's me , Captain Adam Seville” I said extending my hand . She gradually shook it with her hoof and got back to eating .

“So Rainbow , what's going on with your Shadowbolts?” I asked .

“well not a whole lot  , and thankfully they are doing what there suppose to do and I heard you introduced Pinkie Pie to her mother?” asked Rainbow curiously . “Yea figured I'd surprise her with something like her mother” I said proudly .

Rainbow wrapped a wing around me and kissed me on the cheek in front of the drill instructors and drill sargents . I could tell they were all blushing as much as Rainbow was .

“You did the right thing , poor Pinkie was worried about her mom , not knowing if she was alive or dead” said Rainbow with a  soft smile .

Rainbow like I said I have a surprise for you something that will make you cry like a school filly  I thought .

Once lunch was over , both the drill sargents and drill instructors cleaned up only leaving me and Rainbow to sit there enjoying our food .

Looking around I didn't see anyone else , minus the local cooks cleaning up same with the janitors .

We soon finished up and we were out of the mess hall , I headed back to my place where I picked up my book once again and started to read .

Hours later I felt someone poking at me , I looked down for but a second to see an orange filly smiling at me . Confused I decided to pick her up and put her on my lap for a bit so she could well rest.

“Thanks , I notice that Rainbow Dash feels a lot more happier around you than in the past” said Scootaloo with a smile . “Really ? What was your sister like before?” I asked .

“Well she was a lot more mopey , hardly ever did a lot with her friends , heck she hardly spent time with me , she was always locking herself in her room during the first few days of the war and simply focused on fighting than not spending time with me , always spent time training her shadowbolts” explained Scootaloo .

Now I know what she meant , her sister was more focused on fighting , and still is but now spends time with Scootaloo , her brother Scootaroll , and even spends time with me while training her shadowbolts . While at the same time being a sister to Scootaloo and Scootaroll and it's all thanks to me .

“Yea well , I didn't arrive till the battle for Trottingham , poor mare really needed help , and a shoulder to cry on” I said while reading .

“Well again thanks , and being on the moon , it started out as a place for to hide , but now has become our new home” .

“yea I know , it's my home too , Earth , eh I'd rather pass , well minus all the violence and all but being in a war like this , most people would tend to crack under pressure , but it's the finer things in life that you gotta go after”  I said softly .

With Rainbow Dash and her shadowbolts

Rainbow Dash walked back to her training grounds to see all of her shadowbolts training . Oh good , at least I can chill or train with them ,after all … wait a minute it's not my shadowbolts but I feel as if something is .. wrong , but what ?  Rainbow Dash was confused , she had no idea what was going on with her .

Moon City Castle

Princess Luna was enjoying some tea when a guard came running to her . “Princess I have bad news , already the Solar Empire has launched an attack on Cloudsdale” said the guard .

Shocked and quite unexpectedly she told him to organize the forces to mobolize . She went into the armory and put on her lunar armor .

Luna informed her sister who transformed into nightmare moon . “Lets go sis , I didn't expect this to happen so soon” said Nightmare Moon .

“I agree , apparently Celestia , made a bold mistake !” said Luna with hatred .

Hours later most of the army was mobilized as it was only the pegasi group lead by Stelar Eclipse .

“Alright pegasi listen up , clouds dale is under attack and we are going to lend a hoof , now the wonderbolts lead by Captain lightning dust and commander brave wing must be dealt with” said Stellar Eclipse . Rainbow Dash , already knew what to do same with Rainbow Blitz . “Now then Captain Dash , if you will” said Stellar Eclipse stepping aside .

“Alright Shadowbolts , we are going to take out the wonderbolts , in a tight V shaped formation , this time we are going to use our pistols to open fire with , we are going to go in hard and fast and leave nothing but dust in our wake” said Rainbow with a stern expression

“Captain Rainbow Blitz , is going to be leading the aerial charge as he's going to be focusing on the solar fighter jets , so lets MOVE out!” .

The pegasi and shadowbolts saluted as this was what they were trained for .

This was what they were meant to do . And this is where the true war begins , at cloudsdale , a war that may end in bloodshed or in peace .

But to Rainbow Dash , Celestia attacking her birth home it was something that was unforgivable , it was where she met fluttershy , where she also performed the first sonic rainboom bringing together all of her friends .

Meanwhile Dusk Shine heard the news and grabbed his armor , he wanted to be there as he casted the spell to walk on clouds several times . This is it , the one mistake that she had finally made , Celestia you had sealed your own fate , for good this time! Thought Dusk Shine .

“Barbra listen up , keep the library clean as best you can , both you and Spike are put in charge while I am out” said Dusk Shine .

The unicorn stallion galloped towards the castle at top speed with his armor on . He finally reached the castle as he boarded the pelican .

All the pelicans containing the pegasi took off . Adam and the others were bound for the lunar dry docks . Applejack and her group were going to also help in the battle for Cloudsdale .

Location : the peace corp refuge camp

with Spitfire and Soarin

“hey Spitfire did you hear the news , the Solar Empire is boldly attacking Cloudsdale , but the New Lunar Repeublic is already on there way to stop them” said Soarin.

In shock Spitfire was now angry at Celestia for attacking her home . But a lass she could not interfere in this war .

“We can't interfere , sadly we must remain out of it . It's not our war anymore” said Spitfire simply . Soarin lowered his head knowing he and Spitfire would get in the way of things.

“Look I know Cloudsdale is our home , and all but this isn't our war , we were replaced which means we are no longer able to serve the solar Empress anymore”  .

“Alright fine , but sooner or later were going to have to do something” said Soarin as he turned on the radio .

TBC in Chapter 15 the battle for CloudsDale

A/n: I know putting the battle for Cloudsdale far down the road , well that way I can work on the boot camp chapters so as always leave a review :)

Chapter 11 BOOT CAMP NLR Marine Corp

NLRMC BOOT CAMP

with Lunar Gaming

Lunar gaming woke up the very next morning and had the trumpet pony sound the morning bell , meanwhile most of the mare recruits were able to wake up on time ones like.

Black glow , Beach ready , Glory , Galaxy , Fizzy , Gingerbread , Minty , Pepperberry , Moondancer , Sparkleworks , Tootsie , Toola Roola , and Willow Dark Shier .

Thankfully the other recruits got the message and were able to wake up , take a shower , and wait outside for there drill instructor .

With Trail Blazer

The stallion recruits heard the trumpet sound and got up as well , ones like static , Minstrel , Storm Chaser , Stealth Illusion , Tinderbox , Torque , Midnight , Heart Dagger , Midnight Blaze , Glasgow Smile , Safe Solo , Rainbow Ace ,. and Wind Storm .

Trail Blazer woke up got a shower and got dressed in his drill instructors uniform . In his shock he saw his recruits standing out there in line waiting there orders . He soon put on his hat and walked outside . “Outstanding recruits , outstanding indeed , keep doing that and we will make marines out of you yet” said Trail Blazer with a smile . He soon lead them on a mile run and later after that he did some PT with them .

Back with Lunar Gaming

“Outstanding recruits , if you keep doing what your doing , then you'll be marines in no time at all” said Lunar Gaming .

She started doing some PT with them like Pushups for the earth ponies and unicorns , and for the pegasi it was wing ups .

Hours later she lead her recruits on a mile run while thinking of how to train them in using , taking apart there weapons and putting them back together , along with cleaning them as well . Thinking fast she would need help from Princess Luna , it was the same with Trail Blazer .

With Adam and Rainbow

The young human was relaxing in his chair channel surfing until he fell on the New Lunar Republic 12.

That was when something caught my eye , the nuking of those cities and the ponies that demand justice .

“Breaking news , several cities including Las Pegasus , have been nuked by Empress Celestia , she stated that they were protesting and with in her own kingdom , several leaders form the Changleing Swarm and the Griffin Empire spoke out against this tragedy , somehow Celestia said that somehow , someway she plans to defeat Princess Luna” said Iva . “we now turn to our reporters in the field , starting us off Minty Chocholate is stationed in or at least near the ruins of what was Fillydelphia , Minty what is it like?” .

Near the Ruins of Fillydelphia

“It's pretty bad Iva , every single pony is dead , as there were no survivors , already the Solar Empire has declared those following cities dead zones , oh and not to mention that the radiation is leaking into the ocean killing off most if not all the marine life as we speak” said Minty Chocolate sadly .

Near the Ruins of Van Hoover

“As Minty Chocolate already said , it's the samething here but worse , there are few survivors , however mares here are crying for justice against this tragedy that had struck the city of Van Hoover , hold on  , Sir what's going on here?” asked Iggy Buffs .

“It's really bad , thankfully our mayor was able to commission fallout shelters in case something like this happened , sadly those out in the streets or anywhere that wasn't in a bomb shelter ,died” said the stallion sadly .

“Do you think Princess Luna of the New Lunar Republic can save all of ponykind from Empress Celestia's tyrannical rule?” .

“I certainly hope so , in fact I know she can she has the troops the technology to do so , and already she did so with cities like Manehatten , Trotthingham and Baltimare , and I heard that Cloudsdale is already under attack thankfully Captain Dash of the Shadowbolts is leading the charge with Rainbow blitz at her side commanding Nightmare Squadron” he said . “Yea I really hope that Captain Dash can save Cloudsdale from being nuked” said Iggy worriedly .

Near the Ruins of Hoofington

“The survivors of Hoofington survived but barely , however there losses were much greater than those of any other city as more died Iva , from where I am standing some of the ponies are heading towards the Peace Corp refuge camp where they hope to get employment and medical attention , Flying over me are several medical pelicans that are taking the injured or wounded survivors there already for treatment , also most of the ponies demand justice and Celestia's head already , some of the ponies here are calling this an 'outrage , completely uncalled for , a slaughter of thousands maybe millions' others say that Celestia should never  been in power as Princess nor Empress others want her to step down” said Walter Decourecy .

I soon turned the TV off and decided to go see what was going on in Moon City , I opened the door and what am I greeted with ? A pony wanting to talk to me about something . “Well come on in , what is it you wanna talk about , and first off what's your name” I asked .

I'm a reporter for the New Lunar Republic 12 my name is Iva” said Iva . “but I had just saw you on TV , how can you be here?” I asked confused .

“Lets not worry about that , now then of what branch do you work for , cause the ponies have been dying to know” said Iva .

“well I work for the Lunar Space Division , we handle mostly battles in space , and in case other branches need help , well we mostly send down troops , supplies , and even vehicles” I said Proudly . “that's awesome , someponies have been hearing rumors that your also a captain , can you confirm that?” .

“You bet , I command the ship Once More Unto the Breach ,a powerful Halcyon class cruiser , and this is an interview?” I asked .

“Yep my camerapony is Shadow , moving on , I wanted to ask you as a question , how was it you came to be here?” .

“Okay that is an easy one , I was chilling in my room back on earth , mostly looking up videos , when I got a letter from Princess Luna , basically enlisting me , all she needed was a reply and so I replied , though waiting n the void well it was boring , I finally made it to the other side and found myself in the Moon City hospital , and of course Butterscotch and Fluttershy were able to get me back to health and just in time for the battle of Trottingham too , from there I have won 4 victories for the NLR , the same can be said by Captain Rainbow Dash of the Shadowbolts and Captain Applejack of the Army” I said .

“Wow I didn't know you know that you were enlisted , though by the tale that you had told I do kind find it strange is there any proof ?” Asked Iva .

“I think I do , lets see” . I dug around and found a copy of the letter that Princess Luna sent to me . I handed to Iva , who was able to finally figure out that it was Luna's hoof writing .

“Alright I believe you , and this interview is over , this has been Iva for the New Lunar Republic 12” .

And with that both her and her camera pony Shadow soon packed up and left . As for me I simply kicked back and decided to read more of my Indiana Jones book .

NLRMC Boot Camp

Drill Instructors Lunar Gaming was training her recruits in PT  “Alright recruits , we are going to keep going until you are good and tired” said Lunar gaming with her recruits .

Not a single pony spoke out of line unless it was Aye Ma'am . They simply kept there traps shut and did there PT with not a single word spoken .

With Trail Blazer he had them running through and Obstacle Course which resulted in running climbing and running some more .

“Come on recruits , I've seen my grandma run faster than that !” shouted Trail Blazer .

Some of the recruits were able to make it over the wall , others however were struggling but soon got over . They soon completed the obstacle course only to do it once again .

“Alright that's enough today , hit the head, I'll see you all here later , we are going to go over several things about weapons” . Hours later he saw his recruits lined up , cleaned and ready to go . “Alright follow me” said Trail Blazer loudly .

They soon took off down the road towards the shooting range where they all sat in a circle holding there M16's .

“Alright , so here it is , I am going to train you on how to clean your weapon , fire your weapon and even sleep with it” said Trail Blazer .

“now then the first thing is I am going to teach you on how to tak your weapon apart , this is the most key thing in handling any weapon , knowing how to take it apart and reassemble it part for part” .

And he was right cause over the course of his life time he has owned many guns ,and knows how to take apart each one clean it and reassemble it part for part.

They soon followed Trail Blazer to a special bench where they took there seats with there M16's.

Waiting for further instructions he addressed his recruits  . “Alright take your weapons apart clean them and begin to reassemble them” .

He soon headed off towards his desk to watch something and watch his recruits take apart there weapons part for part .

I can see that soon down the road they will be marines , marines ready to take on Emperor Great Sun  thought Trail Blazer .

With Lunar Gaming

She soon had her recruits running the obstacle course ,  much like Trail Blazer did with his ,however she wasn't letting up either .

“Come on work those flanks , I've seen my grandpa do more than that!” shouted Lunar Gaming .

Quickly Minty and Pepperberry picked up the pace , along with others like Glory , and Toola Roola . Hours later the mare recruits were plumped tired .

“Alright hit the heads , I'll see all of you out here” . And when they heard the word heads they took off quickly as fast as there hooves could carry them .

They'll be marines soon enough , I'll have to teach them hoof to hoof , and weapons cleaning , assembling , and firing , this won't be easy thought Lunar Gaming .

But she knew that deep down she had to do it , she didn't become a drill instructor for nothing . Hours later she saw her recruits line up with no words spoken .

“Alright we are going to a different location , so I can teach you about weapons , how to clean them , how to fire them , and how to reassemble them” said Lunar Gaming loudly .

She soon had her recruits follow her to a gun range where they grabbed there M16's and sat on there haunches in a circle .

“Alright for the next week or so I am going to teach you on weapons like the ones your holding right now , that's right the standard issue M16 assault rifle , while it is powerful like the M4 in the Army , most of the grunts prefer the M55B assault rifle , however I plant to teach you on the M16 , I'll teach you on how to clean them , reassemble them , and fire the M16 assault rifle , along with working as a team” said Lunar gaming . “AM I CLEAR MARINES?! .

“MA'AM YES MA'AM” . “Damn right I am , now the first thing is taking your weapons apart and cleaning them” said Lunar gaming .

They soon followed Lunar gaming to a special shop , each recruit took there seats while Lunar gaming went to the head of the room .

“Alright , now take apart your weapons , and begin cleaning them , with the tools next to you at that point I am going to show you how they go back together” said Lunar gaming . She soon took her seat at her desk and decided to see what was going on the Internet now a days .

With Firefly

Training was done for today as Captain Rainbow Dash left . Not wanting to disturb her , she turned around and left for home .

Oh my darling daughter , I do hope your okay , my husband Spectrem Streak , please be alive  thought Firefly as she walked back to her home but was soon breathed a sigh of relief working along side her daughter knowing she's safe but also having no idea that she has two sons and another daughter as well .

Back with Rainbow Dash

She walked home completely unaware of who that mare was in the shadowbolts uniform . Not even knowing that it was her own mother Firefly .

Shrugging it off she walked into her house since she moved in with her human friend , sure that they maybe different species . However it didn't stop them from being the best of friends.

“Oh hey Adam what's up?” asked Rainbow . “Oh not a whole lot , I had an interview with Iva of the new Lunar republic 12 other than that , I just been reading my Indiana Jones book” said Adam as he was drinking a soda .

She soon cuddled with him glad to be home as for Scootaloo she thought it was disgusting , in a sappy way and simply walked off back to her bedroom to get started on her wing ups .

With Trail Blazer

NLRMC Boot Camp

Trail blazer soon taught his recruits on the basics on the m16 assault rifle .

But it would again take time for them to quickly disassemble there assault rifle , clean it and reassemble it . I know they can do this , but I will be timing them  thought Trail Blazer .

Of course a couple of his recruits did try to start a fight but was broken up with said tough guy doing pushups mostly 50 but soon increased to 200 .

That made Static get to his pushups . The other ponies however simply headed off towards there bunks and settled in for the night .

Of course it was soon getting cold and Static was at his 199th push up nearly reaching 200 , with the last bit of strength he had in him and energy , he finally did all 200 pushups . And then headed off towards his bunk , just to rest his tired achy muscles .

With Spectrum Streak

Spectrum Streak , was working the local night shift since is captain of the local pegasus guard in Cloudsdale , he normally would be out stunt flying normally , but this job was good too , having his guards patrol any and all of Cloudsdale along with other stuff like transfers , and new privates . I sure do hope that my wife Firefly is okay thought Spectrum Streak .

He looked down at his desk as he had a small amount of paper work to do .

I guess the paper work never ends , does it ? Well that's what ya have to deal with paper work , and having to train new ponies on how to fight , should Cloudsdale come under attack .

In Ponyville

Twilight Sparkle was working on a new plan , and just the one came to mind .

I could lead the charge on attacking cloudsdale , it would be the perfect distraction for the lunar forces , but wait a minute , that's right Lightning Dust and Brave Wing are leading the charge , which means Shining Armor is going to be leading the charge on the ground , however I can hanlde the space portion , and I must find some kind of way to defeat that human Adam , he seems to smart beating me Every . Single . Time , well no matter , when I do beat that human , we will regain control of space once again , but the New Lunar Republic's Allies I have a sneaking suspicion that they may out flank my fleet and beat me once again , well I have a plan to stop them in there tracks  Thought Twilight . Recently she returned from her trip in Canterlot .

However she had other plans and projects that could wait till morning , which by her was just fine , she could spend more time working on said projects without her so called 'friends' disturbing her one bit .

However , when they do lead the charge into cloudsdale , I fear they may turn there attention at Canterlot , and nopony has found there base of operations as of yet ,I have a general Idea of where it might be located , has nopony tried looking for there base on THE MOON ?! I swear by Celestia's name  that the ponies i'm stuck with are complete brain dead morons ! Well no worries , we will soon lead an attack on the moon to start to strike back at them , we have taken far to many losses and it's time they suffer a lot more than we have , which is why sooner or later we do plan to take the moon , and what better way than to take it by surprise kill anything that moves , soldier or civilian it will be perfect! .

Soon the young alicorn retired to her bedroom to get some sleep for tomorrow , for tomorrow the Wonderbolts Lightning Dust and Brave Wing lead the charge to attack Cloudsdale .

And Shinning Armor the day after leads the charge to take the moon for the Glory of the Solar Empire !  And in the name of Empress Celestia ! .

Back on Moon City

Princess Luna was over seeing a few things like new dry docks , however what she didn't notice was something was about to happen.

Hmm whatever it is , I do have a plan for this  thought Luna . She called up the scientist in charge of the SPARTAN Program Willow Wisp . “doctor Willow Wisp , Are the Spartan II's Ready?” asked Luna .

“In a few more weeks they will be , we just need to hammer out a few bugs and they will be ready for deployment” said Willow Wisp happily .

“Most excellent , our Spartan I's are doing good , sooner or later we are going to have to be ready should Cloudsdale be attacked”said Luna .

“True , we are also working on attaching there energy shields among everything else , thanks to research and development , we now have a chance to see how the energy shields work in the lab as well as in the field” said Willow Wisp . “Excellent , Celestia won't know what hit her” .

“that's true however , what she also doesn't know is that #1 : We have the advantage in numbers , and training  and #2 : we also have better quality weapons as well” said Willow Wisp .

“Most true , I do hope you can pull this off , cause we are going to need them just in case something happens , and I'll have to check in on Research and Development on the AI and how there doing” said Luna with a small smile . She switched over to Pinkie Pie's department and wanted an update

Princess Luna : Pinkie Pie , what's the status on the AI ?

Pinkie Pie : Everything is going well , so far progress on the first AI is going along smoothly , and to top that we have named her Cortana , though she said she wants to pick the Spartan for herself , not the other way around .

Princess Luna : Cortana ? As in THE Cortana from the Halo Franchise ? , that actually may work , but who would she choose ?

Pinkie Pie : I don't know , but if she wants to choose her own Spartan , than that's fine with me , that gives me some time to work on other thins like Video games and consoles .

Princess Luna : Perfect , most of our subjects could use some entertainment besides reading a book or telling a story , after all  I do want you to also start working on the first computer as well.

Pinkie Pie : Okie Dokie Lokie , I'll tell the others to get right on it as soon as possible , Pinkie Pie out .

The transmission was soon ended and Princess Luna was relieved of something like this , knowing that everything was going as planned , the Spartan II's , the Pony AI Cortana , and the first Spartan II soon to be known to all of the Solar Empire , Master Pony , The Pony version of Master Chief .

This is perfect , with everything going on , we can actually now have a chance to keep out plans going on schedule , and with no delays as well   thought Luna proudly . The first Lunar rebellion didn't work out as I was too prideful and let my anger get the best of me at times  but when I returned as nightmare moon I was too angry to even notice what was going on , but this time I now have a set goal take down Celestia .

Luna knew that this time would be the charm , and the one time to prove that she is the rightful princess of Equestria , but fighting Celestia won't be easy as she has little combat spells and needs to brush up , so she can be ready .

I have no choice in the matter , if I have to fight my sister , then I shall , however our second option is to capture , if that fails then I order the guards to end her life .

She walked to the library , paid for the book and headed up to her private chambers in fact she grabbed several books to study on .

She locked her door and started to study reading every single book , and working on every single spell , until she had them mastered , including dark magic .

In war everything is free , I will not let the evil inside me control me , it's time I control IT .

Meanwhile Princess StarChaser knew most of her spells including healing and combat spells also dark spells included , so she was far more than ready .

With Trail Blazer

as the day past through the recruits soon had everything down from taking there guns apart to cleaning each part and putting it back together . Now came the easy part , reloading and firing .

“Alright listen up , now comes the easy part , I am going to have you fire your weapons as those targets down range , as this is the easy part of learning to use your M16  assault rifle” said Trail Blazer. Each pony was supplied with a magazine full of 7.16 bullets .

They loaded them up and opened fire hitting each of there targets , the ones with bullets would be pulled down and a fresh one would be put up in it's place , they continued to do this through out the day .

“Outstanding recruits ! , I see marines out f you just yet” Said Trail Blazer . And so the recruits kept firing and reloading there weapons ,knowing that they are going to make there drill instructor proud come graduation .

With Lunar Gaming

she soon taught her recruits how to fire there weapons , and the samething happened . Some were shaking like leaves but with coaxing from the other recruits , they were soon firing like the rest . “Outstanding , You'll all be marines yet” said Lunar Gaming .

Inside Princess Star Chasers Mind

Princess Star Chaser was talking with a black mare that ponykind had come to revere and fear the most ,more than Queen Chrysalis , more than King Sombra , and more than Discord , NIGHTMARE MOON .

“So when should you reveal yourself , Nightmare?” asked Star Chaser . “I don't really know , when do you think I should sister” said Nightmare Moon nervously .

“Well you could reveal yourself after the battle of Canterlot , it would be easier that way , so do you have a real name besides Nightmare Moon?” asked Star Chaser curiously . “I'm afraid I don't really remember who I was” said nightmare simply .

“Perhaps with time you'll remember your real name besides I think it would be a surprise to have you back among family once more” said Star Chaser with a smile .

The black alicorn mare was confused , family ? It has been so long since she heard the word 'family' , in so long since she was forcefully removed by the elements of harmony .

However considering that that she had spent time with Star chaser she also had gained bits of her personality and it changed her , she changed her from the mad pony that she was , to what she is now . “thank you Star Chaser sister for helping me become the mare that I am” said Nightmare proudly .

“That is very kind of you to say , Nightmare , and I also hope that we can introduce you to your daughter Nyx , she had no idea who her mother is , also you have a cousin and  a whole lot of brothers and sisters me included even Luna” .

“You sure ? , I mean I have been with her on this prison of a rock for 1,000 years the same as Luna , it's just that things were different , and now I want to make amends with her , to help rekindle our friendship as sisters” said Nightmare sadly .

“I know but remember it was in the past , and when you came to me I was more than willing to help you as I am right now , you needed a host and you have one a willing host to help reform your body and that can happen” said Star Chaser .

“It would be nice to have a body that way I can interract with everypony and not be a cloud of blue mist” said Nightmare Moon .

“ I had better get to sleep , cause isn't there a war going on ?” asked Nightmare .

“There is , I found out that Celestia is going to be attacking Cloudsdale” said Star Chaser bitterly . “It seems as if you hate her” said Nightmare curiously .

“I do hate her , she banished Luna all because she became you , all because of her being jealous of ponies not liking her night's and she even used the Elements of Harmony on her the same ones to separate you from Luna 1,000 years later” said Star Chaser with venom in her voice .

“I am sorry , I always thought Luna created me from her hatred and rage while she was stuck on the moon” said Nightmare confused .

“No I saw you after you were born , during your filly days you were just always cute , when you started to grow up you always had a smile on your face but when somepony got hurt you stood up for them regardless of who they were” . “You remember that far back ?” asked Nightmare curiously .

“I do I remember my days as a filly that it's no joke , Me and Luna would always play games with you Nightmare , and you always seemed to enjoy it , some of our other brothers and sisters had to go to school as did we , but we always had time for you Nightmare , I care for you as a sister I don't see you as a monster , neigh , and if anypony thinks otherwise I'll let you torture them with nightmares” Explained Star Chaser with a soft sister like smile .

“Thank you so much , I'm glad I have you as a sister , now if only Luna would accept me I am dearly sorry for what she had to go through on the moon and morphing into a monster named after me” said Nightmare Moon with a frown .

“Don't worry , after she was seperated from the evil , she had a lot of support form her older sister and even her friends but she never even remembered her real family , she did remember me , now you know why I've always hated Celestia for what she did to my sister Luna” said Star Chaser .

With Lunar Nightmare

Lunar Nightmare was in her room working on the latest spell , it was one of the summoning spells and so far it was working in her favor .

Don't worry Nightmare Moon , you will be among family again very soon  thought Lunar Nightmare with a smile .

“I have to get this spell right , and then maybe I can get some lunch from the kitchen” said Lunar Nightmare .

While the New Lunar Republic Royal Family was all there it felt incomplete without nightmare Moon around but they had to focus on the war and end the Solar Empire's evil reign .

Looking around she saw some old photos of Star Chaser , Luna , Lunar nightmare , and Nightmare Moon all happily laughing like they were all the best of friends maybe even sisters .

“I remember these old photos , if and when I can see Nightmare Moon again hopefully I can tell her that we are all still alive and well , and maybe I can help her regain her memory loss , though it would be more than likely” said Lunar Nightmare .

“I can also remember , the time when Nightmare Moon started her road in magic , both Nature and Combat magic , and sadly she got sealed in Luna but was released and is somewhere among us possibly alive” .

Sighing she went back to work on the summoning spell , Lunar Nightmare would do anything to keep her busy , weather it was reading , or even trying new spells or even looking at her old photos of her sisters and brothers .

Location : NLR Army Basic Training

With Drill Sargent Cliff Racer

“Alright you bunch of maggots ! , we are going on a 10 Mile March , it is NOT like your normal mile run , this is going to be different , as we are going to put rocks in your saddle bags to add some weight , after that we are going to do PT , after PT we are going to be doing the Obstacle course” said Cliff Racer .

All the drill sargents loaded up the privates saddle bags full of rocks and so began the 10 mile road march .

Most of the privates were able to keep going , a few struggled but kept going despite the weight ones like Big Mac , Apple Buck , Apple Bloom , Macerina , Vermillion Thunder , Running Apple , Lunar Apple , Night Shine , Cupcake , Glittery Diamond , and Lunar Star .

Most of the other recruits like Sweetie Belle and Gun Slinger , were able to pull there weight and keep going , as this would build muscle over time .

Meanwhile , Knight Shade also jogged alongside the Privates to yell at them to keep moving to not fall behind , others like Silver Wing , Oceanus Seaswirl , Purple Tinker , Mountain Set , Timber Crash , Lickety Split , and Dark Dusty were also starting to lag behind into the 5th mile .

But they did keep up using what energy that they had stored away , to keep going and keep up with there fellow privates .

With Dusk Shine and Barbra

As normal they were organizing the library nothing as normal as that .

However Spike had been spending a lot of time with Sweetie Belle , and for both Dusk Shine and Rarity , the two couldn't be more happier for the two .

After all the two fit so good together , sadly Spike's obsession with Rarity had already faded away as he was focused on Sweetie Belle .

Basically Spike spending a lot of time with Sweetie belle wasn't a bad thing at all , in fact it was encouraged by Rarity and Elusive along with Dusk Shine to go for it .

And so Sweetie Belle had grown up a bit being around Spike , also able to stand up for herself should such a time ever come .

“Ya know i'm happy for Spike , he is spending a lot of time with Sweetie Belle and it's helped mentally and emotionally as well so now we get to see a lot of the old Spike instead of him all mopy and sad all the time” said Barbra .

“That's true and having an extra set of claws really helps things along smoothly , after all the both of you really do a wonderful job doing your chores and all” said Dusk Shine proudly .

“Well thank you Dusk Shine , besides it's what I've been doing for a while now , and Spike fell right into it and I couldn't be happier for him” . “That's also true , so after your done here , you have the rest of the day off” said Dusk Shine .

“Really ? Thank you I think I'll spend time with Elusive , knowing him he most likely is making bed sheets among other things” said Barbra rolling her eyes .

“Elusive has a lot to do , now a days since he opened up shop right next to Rarities , sure it causes competition , but in a good way” said  Dusk Shine while putting books back on the shelves in there proper place.

While they were both doing that Spike walked in through the front door in a happy mood .

He had been on his second date with Sweetie belle , and of course Barbra wanted to know as did his caretaker Dusk Shine .

As Spike told them both of the details of his date with Sweetie Belle , Barbra blushed a bit but did listen none the less .

Meanwhile inside Star Chasers mind Nightmare Moon was seeing everything from Star Chasers Point of view , of course one thing that puzzled the black alicorn to no end was her sister Luna .

I don't understand , all I can remember is being sealed away and along with Luna being banished to the moon , beyond that that's all I can remember thought Nightmare Moon confused .

When she looked around all the black mare saw was blackness . “At least I have Star Chaser to talk to , but then again after what happened 1,000 years ago I feel as if it's all my fault” said Nightmare sadly .

FLASHBACK 1,000 years ago

“Princess Luna , Nightmare Moon and Princess Celestia were in a heated discussion over how long the moon should stay up .

However in the end Luna started to change , Nightmare Moon however wasn't even aware of what was going to happen .

“Nightmare Moon , over time I saw you to delving into the dark magic , you know that it's forbidden to do such things- .

Before she could finish her sentence , Nightmare Moon attacked Celestia with a blast of bright teal lunar magic .

“I have heard enough from you , I have already mastered any and all magic from the basics even the ones done by Star swirl the bearded himself , and so what if I am getting into dark magic , you are NOT the boss of me 'dear sister'” said Nightmare Moon threateningly .

“Fine then since you won't listen to me , I have no choice but to seal you inside Luna” .

Charging up her horn she fired a solar beam at Nightmare it swirled around her and soon she was sealed in her own sisters body and soon the transformation was complete .

Forgive me nightmare , Luna thought Celestia sadly .

Soon the battle commenced and that was when Celestia used the elements of harmony against Luna as the evil wicked Nightmare Moon , the both of them were blasted by the elements of harmony banishing them to the moon for 1,000 years on the moon .

On the Moon

Soon Luna found herself on the moon wondering what had happened .

“Luna is that you?” asked Nightmare Moon inside Luna's Mind . “Nightmare ? , how in the name of the moon did you get inside my mind?” asked Luna confused . “

Blame it on your sister ! , she sealed me with in you , sooner or later I will have revenge on what she did to the both of us” stated Nightmare Moon angrily .

“I understand , but I didn't expect you to be sealed away and … Oh no Star Chaser , she must have saw it all , maybe that's why she won't remember who you are Nightmare” said Luna in shock . “That is okay , but I know who she is , and we have to find a way off this moon and back to Equiss” said Nightmare seriously . “Well how in the world are we going to do that?” asked Luna .

“The stars will aid in our escape , just play your part as if you were Nightmare Moon , we get blasted by the elements of harmony and hopefully we can meet up again as sisters with my memory intact hopefully” explained Nightmare moon . Luna was shocked , too shocked for words , her own sister had everything planned out .

“Alright hopefully your plan works Nightmare , and maybe when we do see each other again , not as enemies but as sisters then maybe we can pick up where we left off without Celestia spying on us” said Luna softly . “yes I look forward to that” .

Over the next few month's Nightmare had taught Luna a new spell , a spell that manifest a spirit into a physical form .

And soon Luna had mastered the spell and was finally able to draw out her sister Nightmare Moon , her sister had finally taken physical form and she formed into her own black alicorn body cutie mark and all .

“You did great sister , besides I knew you could do it and with my guidance no less” said Nightmare with a fang like smile. “it was you who taught me the spell , but you want me to act the part ? As you?” asked Luna confused .

“That's right , soon we will make our glorious return , but sadly the history books won't mention Celestia sealing me in you” said Nightmare with a frown .

“Sure the history books won't mention that part but it will mention me getting sent here to the moon” answered Luna with an uplifting smile . “well lets make use of this so called banishment” said Nightmare .

FLASHBACK END

I remember that day well , Celestia you will pay for sealing me with in Luna 1,000 years ago and banishing us BOTH to the moon , of that I can assure you thought Nightmare Moon evilly .  I promised I'd have my revenge ! and I guess this is the only way I can get it , but I have to teach Star Chaser the spell on how to manifest me into a physical form .

With Princess Luna

I wonder if my sister nightmare is alive somehow  thought Luna in worry . “Luna can you hear me?” asked Nightmare Moon . “Nightmare ? Is that you?” asked Luna in shock .

“yes tis I , I'm alive and well , and I'm inside your sisters body , no I'm not in control of her , but listen to me , remember how I said 1,000 years ago that I would have my revenge on Celestia for what she did ? , I plan to make true on that promise , so how about it , after the war you and me can talk” said Nightmare .

“I Suppose , after all both you and me got banished to the moon when I refused to lower the moon” said Luna . “True what was a prision is now I hear a new home for the ponies?” asked Nightmare confused .

“yes , you may not remember this but I had rebeled against Celestia for her being a tyrant and now she's considered a Madmare and even nuked several cities with her nuclear weapons” said Luna sadly .

“that is sad , but fear not , if she's going to nuke all Equiss we could evac all ponykind and leave the planet and go from there” suggested Nightmare .

“Actually you always did come up with some good plans so I'll go with this one , and Nightmare it is good to hear you again” said Luna with a smile.

The voice of her sister nightmare Moon faded from her mind , and with a content smile she relaxed on her bed knowing that her sister is okay and alive and well and with Star Chaser .

I know Nightmare would want revenge for what happened 1,000 years ago , I plan to help her achieve her promise one way or another , apparently Celesita would say no to me asking her to surrender , but it was worth a try , and capturing her is out of the question since with all those death's , she's forced my hoof , in fact the entire hoof of the New Lunar Republic , she has forced me into killing her and ending the war in bloodshed , it is a shame  thought Luna sadly .

NLR Army Basic Training

Aetherious , Cliff Racer , and Star keeper  , were training now the privates in the obstacle course  , they were moving slower than a snail .

“Come on maggot , my grand mother can move faster than you , seems like you pile of vomit didn't get enough exercise lately!” shouted Cliff Racer .

Timber Crash was moving as quick as he could followed by Big Mac and Macerina , both Apple Bloom and Apple buck were now in there young stallion years and were able to keep up now , however Running apple was lagging behind but barely abble to keep up .

“Move it maggot , I've seen snails who move faster than you , ya pile of walking puke!” Shouted Cliff Racer .

“YES SIR” shouted Running Apple . However he did make it through the obstacle course , after that the privates had to move to doing pullups at least as many as they could do . Finally the privates were all beaten to the core , but they made it back to there bunks , every single one of them climbed into there beds and were able to sleep the night away .

Applebloom was already putting muscle into her legs and everywhere else , same with her brother Applebuck .

Already the both of them were filling out nicely . Both Big Mac and Macerina couldn't be more proud of there little brother and sister .

They have come along way since they were just young ones , from when they were just foals to where they are now , a young mare and young stallion already building muscle .

The other privates did help them in the past with a few things but did catch on quickly to others , and learned by watching others and doing the samething .

NLR Black Ops Building

With Scootaloo and Scootaroll

The good news is that , they were finally accepted into the NLR black ops , as was Elusive among an entire hoofull of ponies selected . As for Rainbow Dash ? , she was proud of her little sister and little brother for achieving there goal of find some kind of way to help out .

Moonshadow and Moonseeker were also proud , hours later they were shipped to a special building where they met the director and assistant director , Sunset Shimmer and her brother Sun Rise Shake , soon followed by Trixie and her brother Trixster .

“Alright welcome to the black ops , now that all of you have been hoof picked , each of you will be assigned a rank , and all of you will answer to me , should there be any screw ups I will handle that personally” said Moonshower .

Everypony nodded at what she was saying “Also your training begins in a few hours , for those of you that were trained at home you'll know what to do , so think of it as a refresher course just to keep you on your toes” .

Back with Nightmare Moon inside of Star Chasers Mind

The black Alicorn mare was wondering through the recess of  her sisters mind , she had to find out what her past was like and what happened before she was sealed inside of her sister Luna .

While at the same time when she was sealed it also locked away her memories as well , this was something that she also blamed Celestia for , something that shouldn't have happened , and yet another question that ran through her mind was how she learned such a spell , unless she too was starting to dive into dark magic as well .

Is that how she sealed me away inside Luna ? … that has to be the answer ! , yet how in the world of Equestria did she use the elements of harmony against Luna ? To banish her to the moon ? , so many qustions ran through mind at once that she had to find answers and Star Chasers memories would be the perfect place to start .

The first few early memories didn't offer a whole lot of information but later memories triggered her own memories to return , memories of when she was just a foal , and memories of when she was also a filly and yet she was also bullied because of her coat color .

I'll never forget those days ! , those were the days when I was bullied a lot , in those days I cried a lot , I cried so much that they called me a crybaby , a name that stuck with me for so long until I lashed out with my magic nearly killing one of them and putting another in the hospital , I guess with all the bullying it was no wonder some of the other fillies and colts feared me , that's when I was called a freak , a monster , and an outcast.

The black mare let a few tears shed as she remembered all of those memories that flooded her mind once again , however during her later years she started to have a good life , she made friends , but it was one night that she saw her sister Luna living with the solar family , while confused she often visited them as best as she could , of course the daughter of the family at the time Celestia made fun of nightmare for her fangs , black coat and among other things .

HOW DARE CELESTIA BULLY ME ! , had it not been for my sister Luna , I would have ended her life right then and there , she was lucky that Luna stopped me , cause I was far beyond caring , I just wanted her either to stop or drop dead!.

Thinking back the black mare shook her head and moved on to the final night when she saw something the battle between the transformed Luna and Celestia

I see that Star Chaser hated Celestia for sending Luna to the moon , now I see , now I understand , Celestia I think later became a tyrant , ruled Equestria with an iron hoof , raised both the sun and moon ,  but that changed when me and Luna came back , but I guess that it was time the Elements separated us , Luna was still consumed with rage and I was very proud of the new bearers of the elements of harmony , Twilight Sparkle , Rainbow Dash , Pinkie Pie , Rarity , Applejack , and Fluttershy , they separated me and Luna , I later found Star Chaser and from there things changed for me .

As the black Alicorn mare walked further she began to remember a lot more of her past and what had happened , and of course a lot of questions had been running through her mind , like how come Star Chaser didn't see her be sealed away in Luna 1,000 years ago and yet witnessed the battle before the both of them were banished to the moon . So many questions with very little answers .

I have to find more answers , I have to find out what had become of the elements of harmony  thought nightmare . Soon she saw her sister shimmer into view as the scene changed around them .

DREAM SCAPE

Nightmare Moon , Luna , and Star Chaser were all standing in the dream scape the scene , the royal castle of the pony sisters .

“I remember this place , this was the place where I got sealed with in you sister” said Nightmare remembering .

Luna frowned at that memory , and the reason why she became that wicked evil mare . “I too remember , the both of us were banished to the moon thanks to Celestia” said Luna sadly .

In an instant Nightmare pulled her sister into a hug , shocked Luna returned said hug . Star Chaser soon joined in as well .

“Girls , soon I'll find a way to bring our sister Nightmare into the phyiscal world , and soon she can fight along side us one way or another” said Star Chaser . “Sister I'd rather wait and then reveal myself after the war” stated Nightmare Moon .

“I know , but at least when we are all asleep the three of us can catch up on what happened” said Star Chaser . Sighing the black alicorn mare was right this was the only other way for the three of them to talk .

“Nightmare , I know you have some questions about your past at least I'll be answer some of them” said Luna with a small smile .

“Well why were you put on the door step of Celestia's house that night , mother never told me” said Nightmare confused .

“That is because she wasn't sure if you were ready to handle something like that , so she kept it form the rest of you guys” said Luna .

“Also , whenever I came to visit , Celestia would always pick on me for some reason or another” said Nightmare a bit angry .

“You were lucky I was there to stop you , or things would have gotten completely out of hoof” said Luna seriously .

“Your right Luna , I am thankfull you were there when everything went out of hoof , but why was I sealed I had done nothing wrong” said Nightmare confused .

“Understand that you did nothing wrong in my book , that Celestia thought you were going into dark magic , but I knew that you were not , you were studying on magic , however Celestia's parents always played favorite with Celestia over whatever I said in your defence sister” said Luna .

“I understand what you were doing then , and for that I appreciate it , soon I will have my revenge , and if that means I have to take control of Star Chasers body , then so be it , or if I have to seperate myself then I will in order to fight” said Nightmare Moon with a glare .

Luna knew that glare all to well , while trapped on the moon for 1,000 years , Star Chaser did as well back when she was growing up . “Alright if you have too , then I will allow it , just don't try and have me killed” said Star Chaser .

“Star Chaser ,  I am hurt you would say such a thing to your own sister” said Nightmare in mock hurt . “You know what I mean , Nightmare” said Star Chaser with a sigh .

Over time the three sisters talked and finally came to a decision that should it come down to it , that Nightmare will take over Star Chasers body and Star Chaser assumes the war name . Keeping the real pony alive and among the New Lunar republic Royal Family . “Is mother alive same with father?” asked Nightmare moon concerned . “They are , as everypony else , some born 1,000 years later after yours and Luna's banishment , others born close to the summer sun celebration” said Luna happily .

Smiling a fang like smile Nightmare had pulled her two sisters in a bear like hug nearly squeezing the air out of them. Quickly she let them go so they could regain some air with in there lungs .

“Now I understand Star Chaser , the bright light that you saw was Celestia sealing me with in Luna that night” said Nightmare . “I think I understand now , so it wasn't one sister she banished but TWO !” said Star Chaser in shock .

First Luna was the one to wake up first soon followed by Star Chaser , all that was left was Nightmare to try and figure out her own path in the New Lunar Republic , her own destiny among her own family , her own role as sister! . Celestia , I am coming after you ! , you are going to pay dearly for what you had done to me !  Thought Nightmare .

The Very Next morning

Everypony was back to training , Surprise and Firefly were working on there combat moves , Snowflake , Lily  , Fire Blaze along with Apocalypse were focusing on other things like working on there hoof to hoof spares .

This was going to be it , the last few battles that were going to decide the very fate of Equestria in fact the fate of life as ponykind as they all know it ! .

Oh Rainbow , your father would be very proud of you , for doing something like this , taking a stand against that tyrant , I know I did the right thing , I certainly hope so that your father can defend Cloudsdale from any kind of solar attack Thought Firefly .

As they all fought , they knew that what they were doing was the right thing to do , nopony outside of the New Lunar Republic would understand what they have to go through to save all Equestria from the tyranny of Celestia , they wouldn't understand how many troops have to sacerfice themselves to save lives. Rainbow decided to train herself , and she knew just the pony , the one with the blue mane and tail . I think I wanna see what she has . She broke up the spar as Surprise steped back .

Surprised the masked pony charged Rainbow Dash , smirking she dodged it easily but she didn't count to see that she came back and kicked her right in the spine .

That sent Rainbow down to the mat , getting up she charged the masked pony dodging all her attacks and kicking her in the stomach sending her tumbling backwards a bit but was able to regain her footing and charged with wings flapping and with a glare in her eyes .

Rainbow Dash grabbed her by her back hooves and slammed her down towards the mat , but that didn't stop her , she used what energy she had left and did a sweeping kick knocking Rainbow down as well , eventually Rainbow was able to wrestle her way on top of her but before she could unmask this pony . She was pushed off , by the masked mares front hooves .

Almost had her , I'll need to act fast if this is to work thought Rainbow , quickly she took the air and dove downwards . Before the masked mare had a chance her mask was removed from her head leaving her in shock .

Rainbow landed only to be met with shocked eyes of the mare , Rainbow had no idea and yet it felt familiar to her . “Alright who are you?” asked Rainbow . “Don't you know ? , it's your mother it's me Firefly” said Firefly .

Again Rainbow was in shock , and had no idea of what to do , so she pulled a Rarity and fainted , quickly she picked up her now unconscious daughter and rushed her someplace safe . The other shadowbolts had no idea of what had just happened but soon resumed training nonetheless  .

Outside the Shadowbolt training grounds

Rainbow was able to awaken finally and saw that Firefly had brought her out and let wake up on her own . “I see your awake” said Firefly with a smile .

“Alright now that I know your name , how in the world did you get into MY shadowbolt team?!” demanded Rainbow .

“well I am a quick thinking pegasus ,and was fast when I founded the Wonderbolts , however you were the one that hoofpicked me, because of what my record had simply had on it” said Firefly simply with a smirk .

“Also another question , why did you say 'Mom' I haven't heard from you nor my own dad since the beginning of this war? Asked Rainbow .

“Well I soon left your father cause he was soon promotted in the local Cloudsdale guard and me I left to join the New Lunar Republic so that I could try and keep you safe” .

“Safe ?! , I've been doing that just fine thank you very much ! , I'm NO longer a filly I can handle myself , I did so in the battle for Trottinghamg , The battle for Baltimare , and the battle for Manehatten , so you tell me if I can't handle myself in a fight!?” .

“I couldn't reveal myself just yet , but apprently you did that for me , and in a spar no less , that was something I wasn't expecting , however we do have a lot to catch up on” said Firefly .

“while I would love to catch up on what ever it is , lets just save whatever it is AFTER the war” said Rainbow seriously .

Firefly knew better than to argue with her daughter since she is captain of the shadowbolts and in the air force no less . “alright I'll do things your way” said Firefly .

NLR BLACK OPS

Scootaloo and the others were training harder than ever for the upcoming battle in cloudsdale .

Trixie , Trixster , Sun Set Shimmer , and Sun Rise Shake , looked at the trainees with smiles on there faces knowing that these ponies are going to be perfect for the tougher missions .

Moonshadow and Moonseeker soon joined there four generals and watched them train as hard as they could .

“You think there going to be ready for things outside of what the Princesses would give the army and marines?” asked Sun Set Shimmer .

“I'm quite sure of it as we only answer to the NLR SOCOM , a organization that runs the Black Ops” said Trixie .

Her brother Trixister only watched the ponies train , two of which caught his eye , Scootaloo and Scootaroll .

Of course Moonshadow and Moonseeker saw Trixister watching those two , there movements so fluid and quick it was like he saw two warriors on the field of battle fighting . Soon the battle for cloudsdale would commence , the very turning point for the war against the Solar Empire !

Location : Ponyville , Equestria

Golden Oaks Library

Twilight Sparkle was working on a very special device that could hide a ship from sensors . She called it a cloaking device , while the first one worked , she simply took an easy design and was now improving on it making it harder for the luanr ships to detect there ships . This is perfect !, soon those lunar forces won't be able to even notice us coming when we attack the moon ! , all of your will be captured and executed in front of everypony !  Thought Twilight with an evil grin .

While she worked , she was amassing followers from the changelings , to the zebra's , even other pony's as well .

Most excellent , with these followers I should be able to at least find a suitable location to start building my empire , however one thing is stopping me from doing so , Celestia's Nuclear weapons ! , I think I can let Luna handle that , and as for Shinning Armor he can do whatever he wants as if it would matter to me ! , but once nuclear fallout happens , I fear that my parents won't be able to make it to a nuclear bunker in time and simply hide in there house that me and shining armor grew up in since we were both foals .

As she kept working a few other things crossed her mind , like where on Equiss was she going to build her empire , and how was she going to keep her 'subjects' safe , it's not like she could rule it alone with an iron hoof , and also she wouldn't want to be seen as a tyrant like Celestia .

I'm sure I'll figure that part out when I can , for now I should focus on improving this device and soon present my plan to Celestia and go from there  .

Chapter 12 Army Basic Training

A/n: Well thanks to the review of Snowflake the Pegasus here's Chapter 12

The Moon

NLR ARMY BOOT Camp

Drill Sargent Cliff Racer was doing PT with the privates , and like normal Appelbloom along with her entire Apple family , always helped each other .

But after the first week , there is one thing that they didn't see coming , the drill sargents were coming down to there level and helping them with there work .

Meanwhile Drill sargent Knight Shade was checking several M4 carbines to make sure that the next part of there training is weapons , how to fire them , how to take them apart and put them back together , and also how to reload them , and on top of that was going to be the Obstacle course , and topped with a few other things such as formations , hoof to hoof combat , getting in close with a knife , and finally a final test . I sure do hope that these privates are ready soon  thought Knight shade worriedly .

And he was right , none of the the drill sargents were ready knowing that there privates could handle this . However that wasn't going to stop them from following through with there training and honing there skills in weapons , hoof to hoof , or even PT .

However , In fact no pony knew when this war was going to end .

No pony knew when the solar Empire would surrender , also if they did would there be a lasting piece ? , would the New Lunar Republic win it's independence ? Or would they have to win it by force ? Some ponies were leaning more towards wining there independence by force . Shaking those thoughts out of his head he decided to get back to checking the assault rifles for the privates .

With Princess Nightmare Moon

every single night Nightmare Moon saw her sister Princess StarChaser , enter her own mind and every single night Nightmare would teach the summoning spell , and after that the two would take a break to let there magic reserves replenish , however the next spell would be known as the seperation spell . Unsure Princess StarChaser would be ready to learn once the time came.

In her own mind Nightmare Moon would be more than glad to stand along side her sisters for the rest of the war .

Don't worry Star Chaser , once I'm free I think I'll spend a lot of time with my family catch up on what's been going on , and finally get into this war , learn all that I can seeing as I have thousands of years of combat experience , and I plan to put it to use  thought Nightmare .

Once she's out she's going to really hit Celestia hard and fast  she won't see it coming and the solar Empire ? , they won't have a chance once the entire Lunar Royal family comes bearing down on them along with the full military might as well .

Canterlot , Equestria

Celestia was getting tired of hearing about these losses , and it was time she took action .I can see that Luna has been hitting me hard ,I think it's time I hit back , and with everything that I have thought Celestia .

And it was time she drew up a plan in order to start her comeback . She called her best of the best of each of the military into the war room .

The best of the best you may ask ? , Captain Shinning Armor , Lightning Dust , Commander Brave wing or Iron Moon , Twilight Sparkle , Silver Fire and finally Commander Shadow Boom .

“Now then we have taken losses since the start of this war , Trottingham , Baltimare , and Manehatten , well NO more , it's time we strike back , now who has any good ideas” said Celestia .

Twilight decided to lay out her plan.

“Here it is , we attack the moon with everything we got , we  hit them hard and fast , we slaughter any and all towns with in sight , and take out the entire Lunar Royal Family , and make sure we execute Rainbow Dash , Applejack , Rarity and anypony else that is a traitor to the crown” said Twilight with a smug grin .

“That is crazy , but it might work , I'll have the troops ready by then” said Celestia with a smile .

The white alicorn walked out , Captain Shining Armor put a hoof on his sisters shoulder . “That Plan of yours , you sure it's going to work?” asked Shining Armor concerned .

“Of course it will , we haven't had much in the way of Lunar Activity , in the past week or so , so it's most likely there waiting in the shadows to strike , however we are going to strike back” said Twilight .

“Alright Twily , if this works then I'm sure we could take back those cities and have them back under our control” .

“Indeed we will , and once we do , we will demand there undying loyalty to the Solar Empire , cause if not , then we are going to nuke them” stated Twilight .

“You are correct Twily , they are going to pay for betraying Empress Celestia , and will soon see the error of there ways” said Shinning Armor proudly .

Back with Princess Star Chaser

Princess Nightmare Moon was finally ready for a first test to see if Princess Star Chaser could pull off the summoning spell.

Star Chasers horn glowed a swirling of black and dark blue , she had to concentrate on Princess Nightmare moon , her form was starting to take shape followed by everything else .

Hours later Princess Nightmare Moon had appeared , in the flesh with her swirly blue mane , tail, black coat , and her twisted moon cutie mark .

“You did good sister” said Nightmare Moon with a fang smile . “Thank you , now lets get you introduced the family” said Star Chaser .

Both alicorns walked through to the double doors , both lunar guards moved aside to let them gain entry into the dining hall.

Luna and the others were in shock to see Nightmare Moon back among them . King Cosmos and Queen Chernalia hugged there daughter glad to see her okay and alive .

Nightmare Moon told her parents and brothers and sisters everything that had happened

Smiling that fang smile Nightmare Moon pulled Luna into a hug same with Star Chaser , into a group hug , finally smiling to be back with her family .

“I think it's time we show them the power of ETERNAL NIGHT !” shouted Nightmare Moon with a smile .

“Yes , time to show them the full power of the moon , and what it can really do” added Luna .

“Eternal night huh ? , that's NOT a bad idea ,we will have to do it when Princess Celestia is either doing once her many speeches or even when she's NOT looking” mused Star Chaser .

The three alicorns agreed as did some of there brothers and sisters .

“We too agree , lets show them what the power of the moon can really do” said King Cosmos  in agreement .

As the day went on Nightmare Moon got to meet some of the lunar forces that were working on some kind of defense net work , meanwhile Scooaloo and Scootaroll along with everypony else was still training for something , as to what it was ? Nopony knew .

ARMY BASIC TRAINING

Drill sargents Cliff racer , Aetherious , and Knight Shade were finally ready to train them in using there weapons .

“Alright you bunch of worthless maggots listen up! , we are not going to explain ourselves twice , it's high time we train you in ways of you using your weapon , what your looking at is the M4A1 Assault rifle , or the M4 Carbine able to fire 7.65 rounds per magazine , also we will train you in how to take apart your weapon , clean it part by part and reassemble it , after that your all going to hit the showers and then we are going to do PT , later followed by a mile run” said Aetherious .

“Not only that we are going to teach you hoof to hoof combat or CQC meaning Close Quarters Combat , should be without your weapon use your hooves to fight with” added Cliff Racer .

“also lets not forget you will be learning how to fire a M1911 pistol as your side arm” added Knight Shade . One thing that was true about these privates they didn't talk back one bit , not even make one single snide comment .

With Rainbow Dash and her Shadowbolts

Rainbow Dash had made her own utter discovery , she had met her mother during training , but while it was shocking , her and Firefly have been spending a lot of time together as mother and daughter .

“one thing I can say about you Rainbow Dash , is that you have grown into a very beautiful young mare , your father would be very proud” said Firefly with a smile. Rainbow Dash blushed at that but knew that her mother was right . “Thanks Mom , but how is Dad and is he okay?” asked Rainbow Dash concerned .

“I have not heard from him in a while since we last spoke together , but I can assure you he's fine , also who's that black alicorn?” asked Firefly confused .

“That would be Princess Nightmare Moon , she and her sister Princess StarChaser are spending the day together introducing her to everypony” said Rainbow Dash proudly .

“Oh , well I'm sure soon we can meet her , so I heard about the betrayel of this Twilight Sparkle , I wish I could have been there to stop her!” said Firefly a bit angry with herself .

“Yea I do fault you for that , however my friends came through and helped not only me but my dragon friend Spike” said Rainbow .

“That's good , I just had a talk with Surprise and she's glad to spend a lot of time with her daughter Pinkie Pie , however , for Appeljack , it's almost as if she doesn't have any parents to spend time” said Firefly . “Nopony really knows what happened to Applejack's parents” .

“Well here's another thing , you know that white Pegasus , Snowflake ? , well he's my second in command” . “that's wonderful , during combat several times , I've seen him and how he fights he sure is quite a capable pegasus” said Firefly with a proud smile .

“Well I did hoof pick my own team , as I wanted them fast and quick with there hooves” . “Mom of course I know him , sheesh , I met him when he was fresh out of the academy , quite a shy one he was” said Rainbow Dash.

FLASH BACK

Snow Flake had just graduated the NLR airforce academy and the good news was he wanted to be in the air force , which was obvious just then he saw a sky blue pegasus doing various flips and tricks through the sky .

That is until she spotted him admiring her , she flew down and decided to talk to him . “Hey what's up” said Rainbow Dash cooly . “Oh not a whole lot , so word has it your forming some kind of elite flying team ?” asked Snow Flake .

“Yea that's right , you want in?” asked Rainbow . “yea but me and my sister Lily come as a package , either both of us or none” said Snow Flake seriously .

Thinking it over the sky blue pegasus agreed and led both Snowflake and his sister Lily to meet up with the other shadowbolts .

Letting him introduce himself to the others , Rainbow decided to let them get comfortable cause they are going to be training , harder than ever before . Hours later it was time , time to kick these ponies into gear , and train them for combat .

“Alright everypony , listen up!” shouted Rainbow loudly .

Everypony had there eyes on her , one thing that Rainbow didn't like was ponies talking over her .

“Alright , I  am going to be your flight instructor , I am going to train you in the arts of combat , each and every single one of you are going to eat breath and fight like a shadowbolt , this is going to be harder than what you were taught at the academy , don't think I'm going to hold your hoof through everything , either you learn or you don't” stated Rainbow Dash loudly enough .

Everypony heard her loud and clear , there was no way that these ponies were going to back down one bit , let alone saying 'I don't wanna' .

“Alright then , now I wanna see how good your combat skills are , each and every one of you are going to spar with me , this is only a test to see what you've got, sparring begins , NOW!” .

The first pony to charge her was Sky wishes .

Rainbow was able to dodge every single blow , until Sky wishes struck her right in the gut , grunting Rainbow grabbed her by her next hoof to deliver an upper cut , Rainbow started to deliver a series of blows to Sky whishes , Sky wishes stumbled back in shock , how could this mare predict her next move ? , shaking the thought off she charged again only this time to out flank her and slam her back hooves into her back hoping to either knock her out or at least buy her a bit of time .

Rainbow saw her wing movements and figured that she was going to do something involving her back hooves , when she came down for the strike , she rolled out of the way .

Ignoring the pain from that first punch she got up and was able to hold out or until Sky wishes exhausts herself .

She got ready for her next attack , only this time she charged with a look that spelt death . She grabbed both her front hooves and slammed her on the ground .

“Alright , not bad Sky wishes you got brawn and brains” said Rainbow helping her up . “yea thanks” said Sky wishes getting up .

The next pony was none other than Snow flake , he was eyeballing her knowing and figuring out a strategy already . What's taking this guy , wait a sec He's trying to figure out how to beat me ? , I don't think so!.

He decided to wait until Rainbow charged him , as expected she did but he did something different he , got down into a defensive postion and struck upwards again hitting her in the gut , grunting she fell to the floor with a crashing thud .

However he wasn't going to fall for the easiest and oldest trick in the book , which was helping an injured mare up only to get flipped on the floor . Smirking he took an easy shot , he flew at full speed figuring out it was a trap .

Rainbow thought he would fall for it , only to get hit a few more times before she flew upwards , he followed keeping up with her easily , however what she didn't count was for him to knock her out of the sky with a single strike to her back . She fell only to crash land on the mat , she was able to shake off the obvious pain .

There was no way , that she was going to let a mere graduate beat her in front of every single pony watching her .

Smirking she flew upwards , turned at a sharp right and slammed her head right into his knocking him out badly .

There is a reason I picked these ponies , not because there fast , because they can fight , fly and keep focused on there targets .

Snow flake flew straight down all the way to the floor , grunting and groaning he got up , shaking off whatever it was , he focused on his target and charged on all four hooves . Rainbow was taken by surprise at that , and did the exact same .

Only she was out classed , he slid right under her , he then pushed himself off and flew backwards at top speed and used his back hooves to buck her badly in the side .

Yelping she hit him right in the face and bucked him in the side to top it off .

One thing is for sure they know how to use what's around them to there advantage , I'll have to get my side checked out if there is any bruising at all  thought Rainbow .

Every single pony she had beaten until it was down to her and this mystery mare who only gave her the name , Fire bolt .

Once the introduction training was over , Rainbow Dash was really needing a bath , and something to take off those headaches .

I have to do this , not only for myself , but for the new lunar republic , and for my team as well , there counting on me to train them for combat and up against the Wonderbolts , sure I had wanted to join there team and yet when Celestia became a tyrant that all changed , I'd rather lead my own team then become part of a team that's on other side. She soon did what she had to do was rest , take some pain relievers and not do a whole lot till tomorrow .

Flash back end

she was walking with her mother towards Lunar Cube corner and decided to spend the entire time with her .

To catch up on lost time , an entire mother daughter day . Which Rainbow would not have interrupted no matter what !.

“So Rainbow , since the shadowbolts are doing well , I'm sure you could find somepony to replace me” said Firefly .

“Not a chance , your the best in the shadowbolts right up there with Snowflake , and Pinkie's mother Surprise” said Rainbow with a firm glare .

“Alright , I guess your in charge , however though once this war is over and done with , I think I'm going to be with your father , I know you do a great job leading this team you hoof picked but sooner or later there are going to be members who either retire among other things” said Firefly .

Rainbow sighed knowing her mother was right , while she couldn't argue with what she said she also couldn't help but wonder who would replace her mother in the shadow bolts once the war is over and done with? . So many questions ran through her mind as she spent the day with her mother .

With Pinkie Pie and Surprise

since training was over for the day , Surprise spent the entire day with her daughter Pinkie Pie , the two of them spent it with Rainbow and her mother Firefly .

“So Dashie , I didn't know your mom was in the shadow bolts and I was sure super duper surprised when I learned my mommy is also in the shadowbolts' said Pinkie Pie with a smile .

“Well Pinkie I joined cause I was picked by Rainbow Dash ,our commanding officer , and I also joined cause I wanted to protect you” said Surprise with a gentle smile .

Surprise really does love her daughter a lot , but was unaware of another pink pony working at Lunar Cube Corner or LCC as it was nicknamed .

“Um pinkie who's that pink looking stallion?” asked Surprise curious . “Oh that's my brother which makes him your son” stated Pinkie Pie with a smile .

“I have a son ? But I wasn't aware of such a thing , I have to talk to him” said Surprise getting out of her seat to talk to her 'son' .

Grinning from ear to ear both Rainbow Dash and Firefly were totally confused as to what had just happened .

“Um Pinkie , how did you know the two of you were brother and sister?” asked Rainbow Dash confsued . “Well we had a DNA test at the hospital” stated Pinkie .

While Surprise got to know her son , Pinkie Pie hung back watching the whole thing unfold while eating her cupcake and drinking her chocolate milkshake .

Oh mommy I'm glad you got to know my brother , he really is an upbeat go lucky stallion , much like me  thought Pinkie .

However Firefly was completely unaware that she has not only Rainbow Dash as a daughter , but Scootaloo Scootaroll and Rainbow Blitz as another daughter and two sons.

Meanwhile Adam was hanging out at home adding a few things to his M55B Assault rifle . One thing was for sure that he wanted it to be his own , instead of another weapon for the NLR .

Stepping back to admire his work , he had several stickers of the NLR along the body , just when he was about to get back to work he heard a knock at the door .

I wonder who that could be ?.

Heading towards the front door , he opened it to reveal Luna and somepony he had never met before . “Do come in , Luna and uh who ever you are” said Adam with a smile .

Both alicorns nodded and walked inside , of what they saw was a beautiful home and well kept clean home to boot .

“Uh have a seat , you two want anything like some tea or water?” he asked . “Water would be fine thank you” said Luna with a smile . “Same here” said the black alicorn .

“He filled up two glasses of water and walked back to the living room and set them down on the coffee table .

The both picked them up in there magic , and started to drink after a walk around the castle and now to this humans house . “So who might you be?” asked Adam curiously . “I am Princess Nightmare Moon , of the New Lunar Republic Royal Family” said Nightmare Moon . “Adam Seville” said Adam .

Adam's POV

“It is a pleasure to meet you Adam , my sister Princess Star Chaser has told me everything about how you've handled a few victories at a few planets” said Nightmare Moon proudly .

“Well thanks , I mostly relied on my video game strategies  to see my fleet and crew through each battle” I said proudly .

“You see , having a human helping us win this war will go in our favor , sadly Celestia lacks such a thing” said Luna with a smug look .

“Don't get cocky lulu , Celestia may very well , be rallying her forces to possibly attack the moon as we speak” warned Nightmare . I raised an eyebrow at that and yet I was pretty confused at it all .

“Uh attack the moon ? First off they woul have to have some kind of scouting party to check us out first, then report back to the main fleet while troops get assembled then launch a … counter attack” I said slowly .

“What you just described could have already happened , and we just didn't know it as of yet” said Nightmare .

“then I take it you have some kind of plan?” I asked .

“I do , according to what my sister said , we have the spartan II's on stand by just in case something like that happens in fact I plan to lead the spartans under my command” .

“Good idea , Celestia won't know what hit her , that unless she has some kind of robot herself , like say a Dark trooper” I stated .

“Robots against spartans? Ha how pathetic ! , has Celestia sunk that low ? , well it's obvious that she would , cause frankly we have simply better troops , better training , and better technology” .

Thinking it over , we did have everything that's better than what they've got , and we did hold our own in Trottingham , Baltimare , and Manehatten and the victories that I have won as well .

“I think it's time we soon train our marines in marine boarding action , at least in the near future” I said seriously .

“I'm already considering that , as it will be a required training program for those who have graduated Boot camp” said Luna .

One thing I can also mention , is that the tech that we have is all based on all the halo games, which for me gives us an edge over those stupid Solars who have Star wars tech , that only uses blasters yeesh talk about pathetic , and we have energy shields and various weapons now that speaks volumes of what we can do . So we talked for the rest of the day before BOTH princesses invited me to spend the day with them .

Of course I would accept cause cause I wanted to know more about Princess Nightmare Moon , And what her life was like before she was sealed inside of Luna .

We soon headed to a cafe , and ordered up , thankfully they had a steak courtesy of the griffin Empire , but today I decided to try and get something easy to work with , a soup cream of mushroom to be exact with some rice on the side . The others ordered a daffodil sandwich with cheese and tomatoes . “So Princess- .

“Please Call me Nightmare or Nightmare Moon , either one” said Nightmare with a smile .

“Sure thing Nightmare , so then , what was your life like ?” I asked curiously .

“Well you mean my life with my family?,. Tis an easy one to answer , like Luna , I was born like everypony else , however though I was more of a silent pony , watching and obeserving than interacting with everypony as it would 'help' my social life , bah that was a lie , however though I did see my sister Lunar Nightmare just watching the stars trying to figure out what they all meant or what purpose they had among the black canvas. While math was Luna's strong point , mine however was more of making the night sky , so ponies could enjoy it , one night I saw that father and mother were doing something , but I decided to ignore it , when it came time for Luna's first birthday I was there for her , as I always will be , however on that night Celestia sealed me away as Luna's rage and jelousy took over and transformed into a wicked mare of 'evil' and used my own name even took my own shape” explained Nightmare with a frown .

I couldn't help but feel sad , at what happened to poor nightmare and luna as they shared memories of what happened , our food was later brought to us , and we all ate in silence .

“Luna , Nightmare , you think that you two can pick up where you two left off?” I asked . “It is possible , however this is war , and sadly something like that may get in the way” said Nightmare Moon .

“Nightmare , I think we can pick up where we left off , after all the both of us had made history , testing the new elements of harmony , they were the ones who separated us , and now we are reunited , no longer are we separated from each other , now the family feels complete with you here” said Luna hugging her sister .

This is to me a true sight to behold , this is how sisters should act , but it was not my place to question it .

NLR Army Basic Training Camp

FINAL DAY OF BASIC TRAINING

Drill sargents , Cliff racer , Knight Shade , Aetherious , Retro Rack , and Star Keeper , were now training there privates in hoof to hoof , more weapons training , PT and another Mile Run , Appelbloom had finally grown up , and was now a fully grown mare , as with her brother Applebuck , Big Mac and Macerina couldn't be more proud of them .

“Alright privates listen up , this is your final exam , your exam is this , fire several shots hitting that target down range dead center or close to it , do the obstcale course completing it , and finally you are to , give us as many pushups , or wing ups if your a pegasus , and as many crunches as possible , this will help dertermine if your fit for the army” said Aetherious .

Nodding they took off and started there final hooves on exam . Even both Applebloom and Appblebuck got right to it .

“ya know I think her older sister would be proud of her younger sisterApplebloom' said Cliff racer with a smile . “yea she sure had come a long way sincec she was a filly” added Knight Shade .

“I happen to agree on that , though she had a bit of help she pulled it off , same with her brother Applebuck” said Retro Rack .

All the drill sargents couldn't be happier , but they kept it buried as they had a job to do , one thing was for certain , they were ready to be in the army and under the command of Captain Applejack , one of the toughest ponies to lead the New Lunar Army , and one pony you don't want to be on the receiving end of her bucks if  your on Celestia's side .

“Yea have you seen how applejack handles things ? , she really lets em have it , and one thing I can be sure of , is that 1 if your on Celestia's side , then good luck surviving ,and 2 if you are on Celestia's side then it's best you avoid her” .

“That's true Retro , sadly most soldiers on the Solar Empire side , just don't have much of a chance going up against us these days , it's like they fight pathetic wussies who have no chance at all” laughed Knight Shade .

“Couldn't agree more” said Star Keeper . Hours later all the ponies soon finished there final exam and were standing in line .

“Alright , great job since we can now call you soldiers of the New Lunar Army , after you shower up , you'll find out what department that you've made into” .

NLR MARINE BOOT CAMP

Drill instructors Lunar gaming and Trail Blazer , were also happy to see there recruits doing there normal routines , getting up on there own , and also out the door showered and ready for whatever it is . Said day started out with a 10 mile run with rocks in there saddle bags , soon followed by an obstacle course , also followed by weapons training and a new thing the crucible , the one thing that makes a recruit a marine .

“Alright recruits” said Trail Blazer “we are going to start off with , PT , followed by weapons training , along with the obstacle course , and a  new thing known as the crucible , something that you recruits will always look back on” .

With Lunar Gaming

“Alright things are going to be different , everything has been leading up to this the one thing that you will look back on this is known as the crucible , this is going to test you mentally , physically and morally, this is what's going to make you into marines” . Said Lunar Gaming . And with that said both sets of recruits got to it .

Trail Blazers set did there normal routine starting with PT , weapons training , the Obstacle course and finally the crucible , after lunch of course.

Lunar Gaming's set of recruits followed her to a special location , which was known as the Sea of Tranquility

“This is it recruits , this is where your all going to train , train harder than ever before , also this is where you will all become a marine , each and every one of you” .

Nodding the recruits got ready to march , some of them were familiar with what laid ahead , what they weren't ready for was the crucible , thankfully the kitchen provided them with no more than 8 MRE's (Meals Ready to Eat) . Lunar gaming looked around and saw that they were ready for this , getting alongside her recruits , they started to march off into the sea of tranquility which is now being used for the crucible.

Meanwhile with Luna Star Chaser and Nightmare Moon

Luna Nightmare Moon and Star Chaser were walking in the gardens like they use to when they were fillies , enjoying the sight of the plants and even the water running deep underground .

However that's when Princess Luna got a call from Mission control , which also doubles as Alpha Charlie 1 .

Princess Luna : This is Luna , go ahead Alpha Charlie 1

Silver Stream : This is Alpha Charlie 1 , we read you five by five , our long range sensors are picking up something , could be a solar fleet , but we can't tell for sure , but we are activating the defense grid to be safe

Princess Luna : do that , and also send out a scouting fleet just to confirm those long range sensor readings.

Silver Stream : Rodger that ,Scouting fleet is being assembled , over and out .

Turning off her communicator , Luna rejoined her two sisters and decided to tell them that Alpha Charlie 1 had picked up something on there long range sensors . “Are you sure , Luna ? , it could be false sensor readings” said Nightmare .

“even I can't be sure until I get up there” said Luna seriously . Something was off and it left her feeling uneasy about something , Star Chaser and Nightmare Moon felt it too .

“I have to go to Alpha Charlie 1 , the two of you remain here , and in case the solar Empire does attack , rally as many troops as you can , and the Spartan II's are ready” said Luna .

Galloping back into the castle , she soon was spotted heading towards a secret elevator that took her up towards the station .

Star Chaser and Nightmare were a bit confused but knew what to do, Nightmare summoned her armor to her once again , surprised Star Chaser rushed also back into the castle to bring out her armor , as it was mark V muljinor armor , it came with it's quick rechargeable energy shield .

The both of them had there weapons ready , Nightmare Moon  had her MP5 sub machine guns , while Star Chaser had her M90 shot gun , along with her M14 battle rifle .

“Sister I didn't know you had a shotgun” said Nightmare shocked . “sometimes , nightmare having a shotgun is awesome , heck some of the guards have either pump action or even tactical shotguns along with Magnum pistols” said Star Chaser . However the guards weren't even aware of what was about to happen .

In the far outter reaches of the Solar System

SE Burning Flame

Admiral Twilight Sparkle's POV

I sat at the bridge over looking everypony , they seemed to do there work just fine, no need for me to 'intervene' as it were , however I am awaiting orders from Princess , no Empress Celestia to begin our first in many of long strike Counter attacks on the New Lunar Republic.

My fleet is assembled and ready to go . Captain Shinning Armor is leading his unicorn regiment , along with the pegasi tactical regiment , and the earth pony regiment .

Surprising that the New Lunar Republic is going to be lightly armed according to our probe we sent there earlier but was blown to bits .

Back at Moon City

Nightmare Moon and Star Chaser told everpony that wasn't fighting to take shelter underground . Doing so everypony did just that , as for the recruits they too took shelter in the sea of tranquility . As for the privates it sounded like they were called into battle early .

Aetherious along with the other drill sargents had to help over see this lock down of the entire moon . This is unexpected , why would the solar Empire attack the moon ? Thought Cliff Racer . Ignoring the question . The entire Apple family linked up with Applejack's group .

“All right ya'll , seems the solar empire wants to take us on the moon , we have a surprise for them , we may have fought on there turf , but they made a huge mistake taking us on our turf , they think that they can walk on our moon , our new home and whipe us out ? , ah don't think so , if they think that they can take our new home from us , then they are sourly lacking brains of which to use” said Applejack loudly. “AM AH RIGHT TROOPS?!” shouted Applejack . “MA'AM YES MA'AM” .

“hmmhm damn right ah am , now moveit out double time, and have those warthogs and tanks secure the area , make sure we can deploy our long and short sword fighters in case they wanna take on our fly boys”.

Everypony moved to secure the area , Applebloom was shaking a bit , but with a smile from her older sister , there was a look on Applebloom that spelt trouble for the Solar empire .

They have no idea  of what there really up against , nor do they have an idea , that my entire family is fully trained and ready to go  thought Applejack .

But ah'm worried about Appelbloom and Applebuck , ah don't know if there really ready for things like this , but ah can't be worrying about that right now , if they think for a nano second that they can fight us on our own turf , they are really lacking something called a brain in that empty head , and ah am going to show them a thing or two .

Smirking she saw Rainbow Dash and her shadowbolts move towards the hanger bay , along with Rainbow Blitz and his Nightmare Squadron crew .

Well this should be interesting to see , when RD is not in the air she is training , should be interesting to see her handle her first dog fight in space . Meanwhile she told her troops to dig trenches to encase themselves .

“If they think they can take the moon away from us ?! Then I think that there is there major malfunction”  Said Kimono .

While these were privates , they also had several senior troops to give them advice and help out when needed .

But with the apple family , they are a tight nit kin , there is no way in the name of the moon are they going down with out a fight .

NLR Hanger bay

Rainbow Dash and her shadowbolts had arrived to see that Rainbow Blitz and his nightmare squadron were set to go . Things were going to get interesting , between the two of them .

“Alright Dash , this is space , and this is where the fun begins , however the Solar Empire is going to be coming at us with ships we had never seen before , ships that may look weird but pack a punch” said Rainbow Blitz . “Alright I may have heard about the longsword but what's this fighter?” asked Dash confused .

“That there is the short sword , as it goes well with our sabre during combat , it's faster , more manuverable , and also has more weapons , and in the hooves of a skilled pilot is deadly , with you and your shadow bolts , shouldn't be much of a problem” said Rainbow Blitz .

One thing was for sure , that the New Lunar Republic wasn't going down without a single fight , and no way in tartarus , are they taking the moon away ! .

“Snowflake , as Captain of the shadowbolts , I think you know what to do in a fight like this” said Dash sternly .

“Everypony , watch eachothers , back , don't get cocky and don't repeat DON'T try and play hero it will get you killed!” . “YES MA'AM!” shouted Snowflake in reply .

“Alright , since the beginning of this war , each and every single one of you have proved that your all capable fighters , which was why I hoofed picked you , while things are going to get hairy , they are NOT going to be easy, which is why I will be joining you” said Rainbow gearing up .

I know that this is going to be a tough fight , however I think , No I know I'm going to make it home ! , as is my shadowbolts , I know Rainbow Blitz is as well , there is no way in tartarus that I'm letting the past get in my way , anything Twilight Sparkle is long gone , at least my human friend Adam has always been there for me , same with my friends, even Spike he's been there for me since day one , I won't let anypony down not even my own mother  thought Rainbow .

She finally had her helmet on and an expression that let her team know that she meant business , and also that she was right along side them .

She wasn't a pony to just cut and run when things got hard , she wasn't a pony to just up and disown her friends for a seat of power , she's the element of loyalty for pete sake ! , sadly the elements of harmony remain encasted in stone and only a reunion of friends will break there stone prison.

At Alpha Charlie 1

Princess Luna soon arrived to see that everypony was in a panic scrambling but in order to restore order she had to use her royal canterlot voice to do so . “SILENCE !” shouted Luna loudly . Everypony stopped and looked at the lunar princess .

“Listen all of you , I know that you had picked up something , can the pony in charge tell me what that is” said Luna .

Stepping forward was a pony she hadn’t met before , his name was Night Fire , like Luna species wise , he was an alicorn but while it is rare to see a male alicorn , female alicorns were quite common among the New Lunar Royal Family . “Night Fire tis an honor to meet you” said Luna with a smile .

“I wish things were under better circimstances , anyway our long range sensors did confirm there is a fleet , but it was not our own apparently there is a solar fleet heading this way , which is why we must be ready” said Night Fire .

“I see , very well then , I'll assemble any and all avaible captains to combat this fleet that is heading our way” .

She called up all available captains and crews to report to there pelicans . It's time , I knew they would make a mistake like this  thought Adam .

He grabbed his NLR uniform and slipped it on , while getting dressed up he thought of his friend Rainbow Dash , and her friends .

I'll make it home to you , I won't be going down with out a fight  thought Adam . He walked out the door and headed towards the castle , hours later he made it , putting on his hat , he stepped inside and the door to his pelican closed as it took off towards his ship , the NLR Once More Unto The Breach .

Every other captain was aboard , once his pelican landed he headed off to the bridge in a brisk walk . How in the world did they figure out our location ! , no matter they have made a mistake , and We are going to correct that mistake , by taking them out !. Once he reached the bridge , everypony was waiting ..

“Alright I'm not going to tell you , that this fight is going to be easy , cause it's not , if they want to take the moon , then they are going to have to take it form our either cold dead hands or hooves , cause we are NOT going to lay down and surrender without a single fight , oh no , they made a mistake by discovering us , and we are going to strike at them!” said Adam as he took his seat . And so here is where the battle for our new home , begins , solar Empire your going DOWN! .

Chapter 1 : The Divide

My Little Pony : The New Lunar Republic

A/n: It's been awhile , this is going to be my own take on the war against the New lunar republic lead by Princess Luna , The Solar Empire , lead by her 'sister' Princess Celestia . As it is going to be set after the defeat of Tirek (He's bad ass)

Chapter 1 : The Divide

A young alicorn that may have been mistook for Princess Luna . Well her name is none other than princess Starchaser , she is about the same age as Luna , however . Deep within the recesses she has a hatred for her older sister , Celestia .

1,000 years ago Princess Luna was banished to the moon by her own sister . Leaving the other sister Starchaser to hate her sister .

So 1,000 years later Luna returned as Nightmare Moon but was turned back into Luna by the elements of harmony . While she wanted eternal night she figured that her plan would be put on the back burner .

As Twilight grew , she gained friends gained wings and became a Princess , even defeated Tirek sending him back to Tartarus , she even gained a castle of her own .

One night Luna snuck out with a sack of food . However she didn't account that her sister was up and waiting for her .

“Luna just where are you going with that bag of food ?” asked Celestia curious . While Luna didn’t have an  answer she told her sister that she was going do something with it .

Celestia raised an eyebrow not convinced at all but simply left the matter alone . Every single night she snuck out with food in hoof , she had a what most ponies call a 'different plan' in mind .

Other than that as soon as her sister was sleeping out she went of the castle and down into the streets of Canterlot , the capital of Equestria .

There she saw a small group of starving foals both colts and fillies . She gave them something to eat . And took off back toward the castle as if nothing ever happened .

Though over time , Celestia was starting to catch on to her sisters 'actions' but didn't become aware of actions until 'that day' .  Meanwhile a black and red unicorn by the name of Archangel was at a tavern conversing or ignoring what his so called 'friend' Apocalypse was saying . “Listen Archangel” said Apocalypse ugerently . Archangel opened his eyes just enough to acknowledge his 'friend' or at least lack there of .

“Celestia is taking away our freedoms , and none of these ponies are aware of it , something MUST done” . That last part caught his attention . Full opening his eyes .

“Alright just how are we going to do this?” asked Archangel curiously . “I don't know but i'm sure somepony in Canterlot Castle will do something” said Apocalypse with a look of hope .  “Alright so your saying  that we wait for something to happen?” asked Archangel a bit confused . “That's all we can do at the moment” said Apocalypse.  Archangel thought this over and figured it was the only other thing to do at the moment .

During Discords reign he tried to fight him , but Celestia didn't send aid to him one bit .

That Celestia she must be the one that didn't send the aid , but Luna tried to  thought the black and red unicorn . However something struck a chord with him .

'Why did Celestia not send aid ?' while this had him confused for a bit , he shook it off . Looking at Apocalypse a very thin smile formed on his face . “Alright lets do it your way” said Archangel .

Things were getting very tough in Canterlot if NOT all across Eqeuestria . It's almost as if Celestia didn't want any kind of internal conflict happening that would spiral into a war .

Meanwhile Princess Starchaser was in her quarters and figured talking with her sister  .

Sure enough Celestia wasn't around as she was on Day court , she got out of her chambers and walked down the hallway and knocked on her sisters door .

Apparently she was asleep that was when something struck her . Apocalypse and Archangel there expecting me  thought Starchaser .

As quick as she good she took off from the palace's front entrance and flew off to a local tavern to talk to them . Apocalypse motioned for her to come over to there table as something was going down .

“Now that we are here , I have a few things to say our so called 'Princess'” said Apocalypse sternly . Archangel was already listening as was Starchaser. “Starchaser , you have seen Celestia act this way in the castle correct?” asked Apocalypse . The dark blue alicorn nodded her head .

“Alright so here it is , things are getting tough here in Canterlot perhapes all of Equestria and it's no thanks to that 'sister' of yours , Archangel here can attest to what happened to him during the reign of Discord” stated Apocalypse .

“That I can , now Starchaser is there some kind of coupe being planned?” asked Archangel . “I think so my sister Luna is planning something but I don't know what it is” said Starchaser .

“Very well , then when the time is right that is when Luna will execute her plan , and the same with us” said Apocalypse . “So you want all three of us to join Luna in this coupe planning?” asked Archangel confused .

“That's right , you want revenge on what happened to you when she didn't send the reinforcements?” asked Apocalypse.

“Yes I want her to suffer slowly and very painfully” said Archangel sadistically. That frightened Starchaser a bit but she knew that this was going to be it soon  .

Meanwhile in a small town called Ponyville

A black red unicorn with two katanas for a cutie mark was working on weapons for this in hopes that he might be able to escape Ponyville and get to Canterlot .

Celestia , your going to pay dearly for what you did to Archangel for not sending Reinforcements when you should have  thought the unicorn . As my name is Clashing Blade thought Clashing Blade  . he kept working on swords , armor shields and other things as well .

Back in Canterlot

The three ponies agreed to wait until that day was to happen , the day when Equestria would be divided . Meanwhile Clashing Blade was done for the day he closed up shop and headed home.

Which wasn't far in Ponyville as it was pretty much at the entrance to the Everfree Forest . He lived next door to right to the element of Kindness Fluttershy .

Meanwhile back in Ponyville

He opened up his door and headed inside . Getting a look in the mirror he noticed that he had a black mane and black tail to match and blue eyes . Some how something was looming over the horizon . However he didn't notice it .

Over in a local music shop a young pegasus stallion by the name of Clock music was working on a song known as Fun Fun Fun . A unicorn by the name of Vinyl was smiling from ear to ear after listening to the recording of Fun fun fun .

“Awesome , if we keep going like this then we might be able to produce several albums like this , but we will need to record more songs just to make an album” said Vinyl happily .

Clock music couldn't agree more with that . “Well that is true , but anyway did you hear about what is going down in Canterlot?” asked Clock Music .

“yea i've heard and it's not looking good” added Vinyl . A lovely looking earth pony by the name of Octavia overheard the conversation and decided to add to it .

“I've heard the samething things like how Celestia is a tyrant, how things are getting unbearable mostly for the farmers” said Octavia .

“yea i've heard a few things like that in the local paper that you tend to read , somethings not right” said Vinyl worried . Clock music was left confused a bit with the farmer part . “pardon me” said Clock Music .“But what about the Farmers here in Ponyville?”

“Well apparently the Princess past a law or in this case a series of laws that are now making harder for the farmers ones like the Apple Family and Rarity to make money but it doesn't just affect them it affects anyone running an orchard” said Vinyl. Clock Music was shocked at what he had just heard .

Back in Canterlot

Archangel , Apocalypse and Starchaser were still talking and a topic of the series of laws being past by Celestia herself .

“yea I heard about that , it's like she's making it impossible for the farmers to make money back n Ponyville but not there ALL across Equestria , it's like she wants to put them out of business” said Archangel anger boiling .

“Archangel , simmer down I know your angry and you have a right to be , but not here , there are guards and I think they have been listening to our conversation” said Apocalypse knowing that meeting here was a bad idea .

Star Chaser couldn't agree more , so they headed out toward a hotel known as Canterlot Pony INN. They all paid for there rooms and headed upstairs and yup luckily they continued there discussion door closed and locked window blocked off .

“Now that we are hidden , Star Chaser it's time that we contact Princess Luna and go from there” said Apocalypse serously . “Alright then I'll fly back to the castle and go from there” said StarChaser.

She opened up the window with her magic and flew off from the balcony back toward the castle . Many thoughts were running her mind but she knew that talking to her sister would help .

By the time that she arrived Luna was waiting there concern on her face but joy that StarChaser was back . “So how did the talk with your friends go?” asked Luna .

“It went well sister , and I found out that recently that Celestia past some laws that pertain to not only Equestria but the farmers who make money” said StarChaser .

“Ah yes I'm aware of that ,Tia is becoming more of a Tyrant than before but I have a plan , what she doesn't know is that tomorrow Celestia plans to give a speech but that is where I going to grab the mic and do what must be done , something that my sister has failed to do , she is making the lives of everypony farmers included miserable , I tried reasoning with her , but she won't listen now I know , she wants to drive the poor OUT of Canterlot one way or another , by not helping them and making the rich ponies richier” said Luna anger boiling already . “So what do you plan to do?” asked Starchaser curiously .

“I plan to teach Tia a lesson or two , but we will need followers and an army to oppose her , Sister I want you on that day to get the followers to rise up and join the New Lunar Republic do this Across Equestria , go to every single city from dawn then meet me here on stage” instructed Luna. “I will do as you ask sister , Tia has no chance nor no idea of what is about to happen” said Star Chaser with a grin .

Back in Ponyville

Clashing Blade was testing his own set of armor for the New Lunar Republic. He tested it to make sure it fit him . Perfect it fits me , next the sword . He strapped it to his side .

His horn lit up in a dark red as he drew his straight sword . He looked it over to make sure that there was no problems with it “Perfect , looks like my sword is ready the armor fits nice and snug” he said to himself . But he had a backup weapon a craft knife that he made as well .

He pulled it out with his magic and looked it over to make sure that 1: there were no defects in the metal . “another fine piece of work” he added . He put the knife back in it's holster .

The final piece of the armor that he crafted was none other than the helmet with small crescent moon on it like Princess Luna's cutie mark .

The whole set of armor was painted midnight blue to match that of her coat same and adorned the crescent moon on the sides . “Alright I'm ready” he said as he took off the armor . He looked at himself in the mirror once again and started to pack away the armor for tomorrow .

But he also grabbed one of his katana's and was ready in case he had to take off some solar guards heads just in case . Celestia you won't be seeing this coming , not by country mile  he thought . And tomorrow , ponies will choose sides , lines will be drawn and Equestria will be divided right down the middle elements of harmony included .

Chapter 2 Lines are drawn followers rise up , The New Lunar Republic

Chapter 2 Lines are drawn followers rise up , The New Lunar Republic

Starchaser woke up early the next morning as before Celestia woke up to raise the sun . And took off light a lightning bolt . She knew what her task was and she had to complete it .

Gain as many followers for my sister as possible then meet her on stage but I had better stop off somewhere and wash up thought the young Princess .

All around Equestria she told as many ponies as she could to come to Canterlot as there was going to be something to go down , while they were confused they figured that they should to see what was going on or what was about to go down .

She also told them that when Luna calls out that they are to raise there hooves as they will be whisked away . She later returned just before the sun began to rise she landed in the same tower that she took off from . That's phase 1 done , now for phase 2  thought Star Chaser .

She headed back to her own chambers , closed the door and sighed a big sigh of relief knowing that she did what her sister asked her to do . All we have to do now is wait for the elements of harmony to show up and then at least we can put our plan into action .

Meanwhile Apocalypse and Archangel waited for Star Chaser in there hotel room . Hours later she teleported in there room as they were just getting ready . “Ah good morning guys” said Star Chaser out of breath.

“Well good morning to you too Star Chaser” said Apocalypse as he was done brushing his teeth . Archangel was simply waiting on his more or less of a friend to get done .

Once Apocalypse was done Archangel rushed into the restroom to get his morning shower . “So what's the word so far?” asked Apocalypse .

“Well good news is , we have some early followers as my sister instructed me to tell them to listen to when Luna tells them to raise there hooves” said Star Chaser .

“Good job , that's phase 1 , now phase 2 will be getting said plan into action” added Apocalypse . “That's true though we don't know when that's going to happen” stated Star Chaser .

In Ponyville

Clashing Blade woke up this very fine morning , what not even the local librarian Twilight Sparkle knew was that something was bound to go down . Clashing Blade got ready grabbed his saddle bag of armor and strapped on his sword and knife to both his sides . This is it , I must be off to Canterlot  Thought Clashing Blade .

He steeped out of his house and headed toward the train station . Hours later he paid for his train ticket and a few minutes later he got onboard the early train toward Canterlot .

I have to seek out my friend Archangel , hopefully theres some kind of 'plan' that is in the works  thought Clashing blade as he set down his armor and hide his weapons somehow . Other than that he packed in a cloak and threw it on him to hide his saddle bags and his weapons .

Perfect those royal guard ponies won't suspect a thing  . The train soon arrived at the Canterlot , he soon stepped off the train and walked into the city it's self .

With a plan in mind he trotted to a local hotel known as the Canterlot INN . He was later directed to the room that his friend is staying in . He found the room number #301. this is it .

Clashing Blade knocked on the door and waited for it to be opened . Hours later it was opened by Princess Star Chaser who let him in .

With a smirk on his face , Archangel threw his front hooves around his blacksmith friend . “Clashing blade I'm glad your here , Princess Star Chaser this is my good friend Clashing Blade” introduced Archangel . “A pleasure to meet you Clashing Blade are you aware of what is about to happen?” asked Star Chaser . “I don't think so” replied Clashing Blade .

“Very well , as you know my older 'sister' Celestia has been passing laws that is making life unbearable mostly focused on the farmers ones like the apples and many others” stated Star Chaser . “and where do I fit into all of this?” asked Clashing Blade confused .

“Well have you ever had a drop in sales ?” asked Archangel .

“Yea now that I think about it , when I filed my taxes I did see my sales in armor and everything else drop” said Clashing Blade thinking back .

“well my friend in Ponyville Rarity experienced a similar problem since she runs the Carousel Boutique” said Star Chaser .

“well there is one other pony that did experience or might of experienced something like that , he goes by the name of Clock Music , he's a great musican no doubt about that , however his 'gig's' either he doesn't get paid or he does it's hard to say” said Clashing Blade .  Minutes later Archangel emerged from the bathroom clean and ready for the day .

“Alright so here it is , Luna is planing to create something , from what Star Chaser has told us she wants to create a nation where everypony is equal and if i'm right most of the ponies that Star Chaser that she has rounded up plan to join this New Lunar Republic however I did find out as of today back in the tavern that the elements of harmony are going to be here as well” stated Apocalypse .

Archangel was completely unaware of it , but however he might have heard of the elements of harmony at one point or another . “So your saying that the element bearers are going to be here in Canterlot?” asked Archangel confused .

“yes , along with Princess Twilight's 'Number 1 assistant Spike'  as she would quote” said Apocalypse . Clashing Blade was clued in on what to do and the four of them spent most of the morning just hanging out in there hotel room .

Meanwhile in Ponyville

Clock Music awoke that very morning and make himself some ceral along with milk for breakfast this morning . Once he was done , he got cleaned up and headed out the door toward the Train station , as he too was headed toward Canterlot .

Something in his heart told him to go to Canterlot . At the exact same time Spike was already up and cooking breakfast for Twilight Sparkle the Princess of Friendship .

Meanwhile Twilight was still asleep , of course the sweet smelling aroma of something being cooked awoke her from her slumber .

The young alicorn awoke and did a quick clean spell , soon trotted downstairs . “that smells good Spike” said Twilight . Spike nodded and continued doing his famous pancakes . Soon the both of them were later done with said breakfast as Spike did the dishes .

Later Twilight got a letter from princess Celestia telling them to come to Canterlot as she's going to be giving a speech at the town square . Twilight told all her friends to meet her at the train station . Meanwhile Octavia and a white mare with neon blue hair were just waking up .

The two mares were Octavia Melody and Vinyl Scratch . “So Tavi” said Vinyl . “is it true as to what i've been hearing ? , Princess Celestia making it hard on everypony just to make money?” .

Octavia looked at roommates direction with a odd look . “Vinyl I don't know where you get these 'idea's from but I highly doubt that Pirncess Celestia would be making it hard on everypony just to keep a roof over there heads and NOT living on the streets homeless” said Octavia .

“alright Tavi seems you don't believe me , some time ago Princess Celestia started to sign a series of laws that basically was and is making life miserable to live , the most recent law that this focuses on is the farmers , ones like the apples , the cherries . Those families who run orchards , well get this . This 'law' basically puts a tax on there crops which is why the apple and cherry family did so badly last time” said Vinyl .

Octavias jaw litterly dropped , she couldn't believe what she was hearing. How could Princess Celestia do this to her own subjects like this?! . Something had to be done about it , and today is going to be it .

“Vinyl after we are done getting ready , we are going to Canterlot for the speech Princess Celestia is going to give , it's most likely that Princess Luna Princess Cadence and the elements of harmony plus Princess Twilight is going to be there even Princess Star Chaser” said Vinyl.

“now Tavi we do have a gig in Canterlot” said Vinyl with a  raised eyebrow . “Indeed we do however , whatever is about to happen  we have to be there” added Octavia . Vinyl nodded and the two set off to get ready for the day .

“and FYI Tavi I found out through the Foal Free Press about the Speech Princess Celestia is going to give” called out Vinyl .

She didn't get any answer and proceeded to get her shower . After she was done Octavia was next . Hours later both of them were ready for the day . Sure enough they both headed out the door and walked toward the train station .

They made it and purchased a ticket to Canterlot . Once the train pulled up they boarded and took there seats . And so the train took off toward Canterlot .

Meanwhile Clock Music was already in Canterlot waiting for Octavia and Vinyl . Hours later he saw the train pull up with both mares staring him down. Eventually they walked off in silence .

But made it toward the center of town  where they saw a crowd of ponies already there and ready . Apocalypse Archangel and Clashing Blade looked around and didn't see Princess Star Chaser anywhere . “She must be with the other princesses” said Clashing blade . They soon headed toward the town square where they got with the other ponies .

Clock Music was right there with his boss Vinyl and Octavia . Princess Celestia walked up to the microphone and tapped it to make sure it was one .

“Greetings my fellow Subjects , as you already know things are already changing here in Equestria , and I see a bright future for us all-” . Before she could finish Princess Luna shoved her sister out of the way , this was it the ponies in the crowd weren't sure as to what was going on but other ponies knew .

“CITIZENS OF EQUESTRIA HEAR ME , PRINCESS CLESTIA LIED TO YOU ALL , SHE WAS THE ONE WHO PASSED ALL THOSE LAWS TO PUT THE PONIES THAT WORK ORCHARDS LIKE APPLEJACK , OR MAYBE PINKIE PIE . THE POINT IS THAT SHE IS A TYRANT , JOIN ME AND I CAN OFFER YOU ALL A PLACE WHERE YOU WILL FEEL MORE SAFE AND AWAY FROM HERE AND NOT BEING SPIED ON , EVERYPONY RAISE THY HOOVES” shouted Princess Luna . Five of the elements of harmony did just that even Spike as well . “Spike what are you doing?” asked Twilight .

“I'm doing what's right , don't you see that Celestia is making it impossible for ponies like Applejack and Rarity to make a living , the same goes Pinkie Pie as well” stated Spike .

“Fine then , I can see talking to you is a waste of time , if you join Luna in this 'quest' then I Princess Twilight Sparkle of Equestria , here by disown my number one assistant Spike” said Twilight with authority in her voice .

Already it felt like Spikes heart was shattered , she was the one that raised him since he was just an egg and up till now she disowns him ? . Twilight was even more shocked to see her own friends betray her .

“Fine then apparently if you join Luna in this 'quest' then all your doing is throwing away the years and years of friendship that happened since the first day we met” said Twilight . Applejack looked at the purple alicorn and sighed as did Rarity .

“Sorry Twi , but ahm doing what's best for the apple family we can't keep living like this , ah don't want to fight you twi'”said Applejack with tears already forming in her eyes .

“Yes darling , join us and together we can take down Celestia” added Rarity . “I go where my friends go” said Rainbow Dash . “Um same here” said Fluttershy . Pinkie Pie nodded as well .

“Fine then as of now we are no longer friends , consider this the END of our friendship” said Twilight with a glare in her eyes .

That's what got both Applejack and Rarity angry .

“Fine then , since the first day we met was for nothing , taking out nightmare moon was for nothing ? Sealing up discord was for nothing ? Fine then , your NOTHING if this is how we depart then I hope you suffer big time Sparkle” said Rainbow Dash angrily . “Fine then girls you are all dead to me” smirked Twilight . At that point Luna teleported the mass of ponies in the blink of an eye .

What she couldn't get her sister got as well Star Chaser teleported her friends Apocalypse , Archangel Octavia , Vinyl , Archangel ,Applejack , Rarity , Fluttershy , Pinkie Pie , Clashing Blade , and Clock Music also in the blink of an eye .

Location : The Moon

In a massive reapperance both Luna and Starchaser appeared on the moon but no one was suffocating . Both lunar Princesses made sure of that . “Um Princess Luna where are we?” asked Vinyl confused . “We are on the moon” said Luna simply .

“That's right before any of this happened , we teleported ourselves to the moon and layered the moon in oxygen” added Star Chaser . Everypony could agree at that point . However though things were going to be different .

“Alright everypony listen up , we are going to get you settled in and come night time we are going to allow you to get home and get what you need once your done we will teleport you back to the moon so you can build your house” said Luna .

“That's right we brought you all here so you won't be spied on” added Star chaser .

And so when night time came , it was true Clashing blade was teleported back to Equestria to get pack up his entire home with princess Luna watching over him .

Once he was done both he and luna teleported his stuff plus Clashing Blade back to the moon where she had her own lunar forces get him a blacksmith forge going , and his own house moved thanks to her sister Star Chaser . However Rainbow Dash had to build her home on the ground the same was with AJ and her family .

They were able to get there entire harvest of apples done and teleported back to the moon . Along with some fresh seeds for making new apple trees . Princess Luna also wanted the apples to grow 'Moon Fruit' and it happened .

Everypony was getting situated , even the CMC even there cousins . Dusk Shine ,Rainbow Blitz , Bubble Berry , Butterscotch , Applebrandy , Applebuck , Barbra , Spike , Rarity , Sweetie Belle , Clock Music , Apocalypse , Archangel , and even Princess Star Chaser herself . The castle was expanded , as was the garden .

A small community was built with Dusk Shine and barbra having a library , Bubble Berry and Pinkie Pie having a local bakery known as 'Lunar Cube Corner' , Butterscotch and Fluttershy having there cottage of animals , as for Elusive and Rarity they have there own clothing shop called 'The Lunar Boutique' .

Meanwhile Octavia Vinyl and Clock music had there house built for them . Of course Vinyl had ALL her stuff teleported into said house and Octavia had her cello teleported . Same with Clock music , he had most of his guitars teleported to the house as well .

Meanwhile the market place was getting set up along with several of the other places . Pinkie Pie was able to get the Lunar Cube Corner set up with all the baking materials needed . Of course some of it came from Sugarcube corner of course .

Archangel and Apocalypse had there house built as well since it was near or far from the library . Most of the other ponies had to wait for there houses to be built , thankfully both princesses were able to bring along the construction ponies to get the buildings built houses included .

Oh dear sister , you have no idea as to WHAT we are up to , and frankly I plan to keep it that way.  Thought Luna .

She walked over to a window and saw a shipyard being built , along with most of her town . Of course she decided to leave to naming the town or colony to her sister Star Chaser . Hours later the town was named Moon city .

“Moon City , I like that” mused Luna . Of course somepony had to run the place and so one of the stallions was chosen to run Moon city. As to his name ? No one knew accept that his name was clock work .

Once Moon City was taken care of factories were going up and most of the ponies were being shipped to said factories to help build the machines to fuel the war . Luna told the five of the elements of harmony to head to the lunar castle .

Rainbow Dash , Applejack , Pinkie Pie , Fluttershy and Rarity walked to the castle which didn't require a train to get to .

“Now then , with a war on the rise , I think it's time that we assign the five of you to different roles in the NLR military , Applejack your in charge of our ground forces tanks included” said Luna .

“You got it princess ah won't let ya down” said Applejack with a smile on her face . “Rainbow Dash , your in charge of our airforce” said Starchaser .

“Also Rainbow blitz your cousin is going to be training the Shadow bolts” added Luna. “I won't let any one of you down” said Rainbow Dash with a salute . “Pinkie Pie , your in charge of research and Devolopment” said Luna .

“Okie Dokie Lokie” said Pinkie Pie with a smile . “Rarity your going to be in charge of our own Spy network” said Star Chaser .

“Marvelous , darling” said Rarity with stars in her eyes .  “as for you Fluttershy , your in charge of the medical' added Star Chaser . “Oh um that's great” said Fluttershy with a squee .

“Now as for Spike , he's going to heading up our New Lunar Republic military academy” said Star chaser with a small smile . “That's great!” said Spike .

“There is one other thing , Apocalypse you are joining Rainbow dash's Airforce and The ShadowBolts Archangel you are working with Applejack's groundforces added Luna .

Everypony nodded at what they had to do , Dusk Shine was later tasked at handling and approving all strategies submitted to him to be approved .

While Moon City was getting setup , there simply had to be some sort of TV news station setup as well . After hours of setting it up , somepony had to report the news along with giving updates on the war .

With Luna

Luna was looking over various ship designs mostly from video games , some she liked others not so much . One particular design was from right out of the Halo franchise it was a cruiser a Halcyon  class to be exact  .

This is perfect for a couple of our ships , but we will need a couple of more ship classes  thought Luna . A few more were from games like Mass Effect or Star Trek and Star wars .

Other than that she figured that the halo ship classes would be perfect to use but for pony standards . She sent the plans off toward the shipyard .

After that was done she then sat down to write a letter to a certain human , once she was done she sent off via magic with a certain destination in mind .

At the NLR Shipyard

A pony by the name of Ship Hauler , looked over the plans and figured out a way to build them . Hmm they shouldn't be too hard to build , stock piled with transports , and tanks we should be able to pull this off   He thought . He soon told his constuction crew to get on the job building them . However what he didn't know is that the Internet would soon be invented as would many other things .

Location : Earth , Salinas CA

Adam's POV

I was chilling in my room , at night doing some voice acting . Since I live alone  I really don't get much in the way of visitors which is fine by me .

Other than that I was fine with it . I then noticed a dark blue hue appear and a letter appear from it . I picked it up and it had the seal of the NLR on it , now I knew that it was real and something was happening .

Dear Adam ,

As you are no doubt aware my sister has revoked my status as Princess of Equestria. As the samething happened to my sister Princess Star Chaser . We all now reside on the moon with a thriving colony and research going on .

Also the reason why I sent this letter to you is because I plan to over throw my 'sister' for sole control of Equestria and make it safer and life for ponykind everywhere .

I am writing this to you since we need your help on a few departments as we are going to be enlisting you into the New Lunar Republic , the only thing that I require of you is that you swear your undying loyalty to me , that is the only thing that I require of you nothing more . So after you read this letter I await your response .

signed Princess Luna , of the New Lunar Republic

I thought it over , a chance to help Princess Luna win a war . This is the most interesting idea yet since I started to get back into playing Halo : Custom Edition (or Combat Evolved) . I got out a pencile and paper and started to write my response to this lunar princess .

Dear Princess Luna ,

Alright I'm in , and you want my help on what ? Like human weapons tanks ? And even vessels , I know a few things but not a whole lot , you could ask for someone else who knows more about human weapons and what not , but I'll help anyway that I can . So you want my undying loyalty ? Eh sure why not not like I plan to betray you for whoever this Celestia character is . So yea count me in.

signed Adam of Earth .

I finished the reply , and the next thing I saw was a portal or something and begin to suck in everything bed computers , guitar everything . Talk about weird . And soon I was pulled in and the portal or vortex close in on its self with only a small crater .

Back in Moon City

Luna looked out and knew that the building of such vessels would take a while as would the weapons that she had planned .

Thinking back she would also need transports and tanks along with armor and other things . Sure enough she sent a small note to Pinkie Pie who is in charge of Research and Development .

When Pinkie received said note “Alright boys we have work to do begin research on this 'halo armor ' along with researching the tanks and even the transports” she ordered . Everypony scrambled to there stations and got right to work .

Sure enough new ponies that were recruited from Equestria were given houses and even emitted into the NLR Military Academy the dragon in charge ? Spike who was hiring ponies that had military degrees to train these ponies into soldiers .

Meanwhile Archangel decided to talk to Princess Luna about what's going with the shipyards . By the time he got there she was simply walking in the gardens . “Excuse me Princess” called out Archangel.

The lunar princess turned around and saw Archangel standing there . “What can I do for you?” asked Luna .

“somethings going on with the shipyards, the seem to be building something and none of us know the designs” said Archangel. “Ah , let me show you something that I recently got' said Luna . The both of them walked back into the castle .

She showed them several ship designs several classes that even archangel didn't even notice at all . “So where did you get these blueprints?” asked Archangel .

“I got these from a human game called 'HALO : Combat Evolved'” said Luna proudly . “Ah, that makes sense , but what about the weapons , armor , energy shields , and vehicles?” asked Archangel again .

“Again the Halo series” added Luna . Once again though she noticed that something was missing a vehicle and weapons research department .

“Well I am off toward Research and Development as I need to put in a vehicle and weapons research department” said Luna beginning to walk off . Archangel followed her to an expansion labeled

'Research and Development' .

As they walked inside , various ponies were working on several things , weapons included . Along with vehicles and even rocket power .

“Pinkie can you tell everypony to stop what there doing” said Luna . The pink earth pony nodded and told everyone to stop what ever it is that they are working on .

“Everypony , I have decided to divide up the research and development into separate buildings , as we speak construction is beginning on a weapons/vehicle department while this department works on defenses such as armor and energy shields” said Luna .

Most of the ponies didn't say much of a word . As the princess continued with her speech everypony listened then later got back to work .

By a week later all of the weapons and vehicle research were moved to the new building . And so the research began on the 'Spartan' armor , along with energy shields .

Meanwhile both Luna and Archangel walked out of the main research and development building and back into the castle . “I'm heading home Princess , let me and most of the pilots know when it's time” said Archangel . The lunar princess nodded and he walked off .

Luna however turned in the other direction and had a different idea in mind .

I'll have to improve the Spartan armor so it can withstand any kind of energy blasts   she thought . She soon found herself at the door of her own chambers . Opening them , she began to organize everything that was either laying on the floor or had shattered glass .

Canterlot , Equestria

After the 'speech' was given , Celestia was brooding with anger at what she had just witnessed , her own two sisters betrayed her !. “Princess what are we going to do?” asked Twilight nervously .

“I have one answer to that Twilight , it's time we form The Solar Empire, and show my two sisters that betrayle will only end in there deaths” said Celestia with a smile . What Twilight Sparkle saw , was something that scared her to death , but didn't phase her .

“Alright if we are to do this , then we are going to need our own base of operations some place that's out of Equestria and on some planet that we can pull this off” suggested Twilight .

“True but , however here it is we are going to need to find some kind of way for us to get to space to do that , until then we increase patrols on the open ocean , and have more guards patrol several key cities' said Celestia taking charge . “Alright but what about Cadence , should we get her to join us?” asked Twilight .

“I'll see what I can do , the same will apply to captain armor” replied Celestia . And off she flew toward the Crystal Empire to convince her niece Princess Mi Amore Cadenza or 'Cadence' to join the Solar Empire , to take down her two sisters , to have Eternal day to be Equestria's sole ruler to be an empress of ALL Equestria .

As for Twilight Sparkle she was the only one that didn't join her friends .But with out the elements of harmony she won't be able to use them against the New Lunar Republic .

But she had her own ideas in order for this to work she would need ponies for research and development , Command of the Solar Air Force , Solar Navy , Solar Space fleet , solar ground troops , and most important , a Solar Spy network . Already she would need new friends , to replace the ones that she had lost , including her 'Number 1 Aissistant Spike' .

Once things start to come together , we can finally start to crush the New lunar Republic and grind them into space dust beneath our hooves Twilight thought inwardly smirking .

Other than that she had several advisers draw up a list of possible ponies to replace other five elements of harmony and her dragon assistant . This is going to take awhile to work on so I had better choose my candidates very carefully  thought Twilight .

Back on Moon City

Apocalypse was looking out the window and what he saw amazed him , it was like he could reach out and touch the stars himself . But that got him thinking .

With the moon covered in oxygen , won't they need some kind of well in order to drink water ? . He soon went back to thinking about how they were going to make the first move .

Meanwhile several airstrips were being built and several jet fighter planes were being built  F 15's F 18's and F 32's .But then something struck him as odd , won't they need my help when we do get everything that we need ?  .

A few days later .

Luna looked out of her window again and saw the first Halcyon class lightcrusier ready and testing it's new weapons that they had gotten from the weapons/vehicle department of Research and Development. Smirking inwardly she new that building her first three ships would take awhile  .

And that's what got her an idea . Knowing that this would work she checked in on how the fighters were doing , most of the ponies said that they were ready to be loaded .

And guess what , they were ready 100 F 15's 18's and 32's “Good work everypony”said Luna cheerfully .

Everything is coming together perfectly , soon Celestia you will fall and everything you know and care about will be mine .

She soon checked on the weapons and yup they were ready as well . 800 assault and battle rifles , rocket launchers , sniper rifles , grenade launchers , grenades , plasma pistols , plasma rifles , energy swords,  carbines , and pistols.

She then got a look at the vehicles , development was sluggish on the warthogs and pelicans to say the least but it was coming along .

Meanwhile the second ship was almost done , once everything was installed and tested it was ready to be released , the ship was a Marathon heavy cruiser. And sure enough the pelicans were being loaded along with the now completed tanks , warthogs , and weapons .

Sure enough the armor was ready as well the energy shields were only experimental but will hold against any kind of energy round .

“Now this is a force to be reckoned with” said Luna with a wide smile on her face . The Halcyon crusier was named NLR Crescent moon.

The other one had a different name . NLR Moonstruck.  “Perfect , one more ship and we will soon descend upon Equestria” said Luna grinning like mad .

Many hours later , the third and final ship was , it was a Gorgon Destroyer . As for the weapons for all three of them , they were shipped from the weapons factory and shipped up to the main shipyard .

Soon several transports picked up the command crew , the pilots , soldiers , and even the highly secretly trained Spartans .

Hours upon hours later the ponies got situated with the bridge controls and the ships took off toward the planet below them .

Princess Luna was on board the Crescent moon as it descended alongside the Moonstruck , the third was a Infinity class warship known as the NLR Lunar horn .

Once they got past the atmosphere and saw clear skies . She ordered the guards assemble to defend Canterlot what she didn't notice is that Princess Luna came prepared .

“ Send out the Pelicans” she ordered . Already Soldiers were grabbing weapons , ammo clips , along with grenades . And were heading toward the hanger bay .

“Alright listen up , this is our first engagement , keep your eyes down range , and hooves on your triggers and we all go home laughing … AM AH RIGHT MARINES” she shouted .

“MAH'AM YES MA'AM”  . “mm hm damn right ah am , now move it out double time !” She ordered . “All you green horns who wanted to see those solars up close , this is going to be up close , this is going to be your lucky day” she added .

And with that they boarded there pelicans while the others carried tanks . Meanwhile Princess Celestia knew this wasn't going to be an easy fight . However she couldn't give up this easy .

“Princess some sort of flying machine is descending from the floating vessel , and it's carrying soldiers but dressed in unknown armor” reported one of the guards . “Luna” muttered Celestia . Meanwhile Captain Applejack was right there with them .

Next the fighters left the hanger bay , followed closely with the new formed and trained Shadow bolts led by captain Dash. “Alright Everypony stay close with our flyboys and girls” said Dash .

She was wearing the shadowbolts uniform , all her life she wanted to be a wonderbolt but now , she has abandoned that dream in order to restore peace .

The shadowbolts flew in a loose V formation while the fighter jets flew overhead . Here we go  thought Dash .

Celestia saw the lunar forces approach and ordered her guards to stand there ground . Once they were insight they opened fire with crossbows and magic bolts . Easily avoiding them some of the planes returned fire with there miniguns .

Most of the bullets struck several solar guards as they ripped RIGHT through there armor . Soon the tanks rolled in cannons ready . “Ahright ya'll , open fire!” ordered Applejack . Time for ya to pay Princess  ! thought Applejack .

Sure enough most of the guard were able to get several of the catapults to launch several boulders , at that point Shinning Armor was barely able to get his defense spell up .

Confused Rainbow Dash had an idea . “Lunar's 1 through 5 begin carpet runs on that shield , bring it down” she ordered.

“Copy that ,captain Dash beginning carpet runs now” replied a stallion . Several fighter jets broke formation and opened fire with there mini guns and launched missiles .

Captain Dash and her shadowbolts hung back as the fighter jets made run after run on the purple shield . Rainbow got out her binoculars and saw several small cracks with in the shield .

Perfect we should be able to advance  thought Dash . Meanwhile with in Canterlot everypony took shelter where ever they could .

Celestia watched in horror as she saw the shield casted by Shinning armor was just beginning to crack . Unfortunately she didn't count for constant bombs being dropped on the spell it's self .

Thankfully reinforcements arrived in time , now she might be able to stand a chance since said reinforcement came from the Crystal Empire .

Fine then Luna, if that's the way you wanna play , then I can indulge your since of anger and since of conquest with a few tricks of my own  she thought . In the weeks before this first battle .

She was able to organize what she could and request a few more from other kingdoms . But it just wasn't enough , as they were still easily out classed by the NLR .

However what she saw next shocked her , two of the elements of harmony were on the battle field , shaking it off she had just enough time before the spell gave way .

“Troops !” she called . “if this is the way that the NLR wants to play , then we are going to give the NLR a run for there money” . The solar troops opened fire again with boulders and magic bolts but also couple with bows and arrows , and more arrows to boot  .

The NLR responded with a hailstorm of bullets , most ponies would have thought that this is going to work until something happened .

They had to pull back as there numbers were being slaughtered and fast . “Everypony RETREAT!” she ordered . Every single pony ran as fast as they could toward the train but left a tiny surprise  in order to make it look like they were dead .

Meanwhile this was a victory for the NLR but the Solar Empire had a plan to fix just that . “Cadence please tell me you have something we can work with?” asked Celestia pleadingly .

“Well I do aunt Celestia , we got these blueprints a few days ago and we built a few ships that might be able turn the tide in this battle” said Cadence .

“Perfect then” said Celestia as she began her march from the Crystal Empire back into Canterlot . But this time with some ships on hand . Luna your outmatched . Thought  Celestia inwardly .

Sure enough she had several small shuttle craft , two galaxy class ships , an akira  along with a constitution and rounded off with a ambassador .

Sure enough they surprised them with phasor fire .  This surprised Luna shockingly quite well , most of the lunar fighter jets were able to return fire others where also shot down with a single phasor shot . Luna Raised an eyebrow at this .

Blast! , I didn't factor in that Celestia would do something like this ?! … no matter I have a plan of my own  thought Luna . “Launch the Longswords , we need them to provide cover for our main fighters” ordered Luna . “Copy that” .

“Attention all fighter pilots , head to designated your fighter , this is not a drill repeat this is NOT a drill” . Pony pilots scrambled like crazy and before long longsword fighters were flowing out of the hangers of the three lunar vessels .

And started to take down the shuttle craft . The two galaxy ships opened fire with torpedo’s and phasors .

“Open fire , target those ships” ordered Luna . The NLR Lunar horn , The NLR Crescent Moon and NLR Moonstruck powered up there weapons and started to rise from where they were and met the small fleet of 'Solar' ships in battle . “Destroy them” ordered Luna . Meanwhile Star Chaser was on the Lunar horn .

The two galaxy class ships opened fire with there phasors and knocked it's shields barely . At the same time photon torpedo's struck the 'shields' of the three lunar vessels . Realizing what happened the three ships returned fire with there MAC cannons and other guns . Most of the bullets hardly put a dent with in any of the ships .

Finally the three lunar vessels fired an entire  volley of missiles damaging the ships greatly as they past right through the shields .

That was when Luna ordered the longsword fighters to begin attacking the 'Solar' ships with everything that they had .

Soon the 'Solar' ships fell in an entire hailstorm of burning metal and electrical wire . Celestia looked up in shock and horror as she didn't know what to do , but she had one last idea .

She put an invisible shield around ALL of Canterlot and waited until the lunar forces were gone . “Recall all tanks and fighters , were leaving” ordered Luna .

With that said all fighters , tanks , and troops returned to there pelicans and headed back toward there ships and took off slowly rising into the air and were gone .

Feeling a sigh of relief wash over her she released the invisibility spell. Most of the shops and everything was leveled most of her subjects , were either dead or barely breathing .

On the NLR Crescent Moon (Flagship)

Luna stood proudly as she saw space again . She knew that this was going to be an easy win but , not this easy ! . she was up to something , or perhaps she could take her forces and pit them up against mine thinking that she would have won … she's wrong , we are going to win this war , one way or another! .

(TBC in Chapter 5 , Chrysalis  and the Griffin Kingdom )