The Quest Through Time

(A/N: For this beginning part, the song I’m using here is “Opening” from Final Fantasy VI. And for all people who are unfamiliar with this, I use a * to show where I play it.)

My Little Pony

The Quest Through Time

Prologue

*Years ago, shortly after the two Princesses’ defeat of Discord, Equestria was once again in an age of peace and Harmony. But at first that was not the case. Equestria was in need of a new ruler and there were many quarrels between the Royal Families. It was then that Celestia and Luna, of the Pendragon family, would be chosen as the ruling members for their acts of bravery and bringing back forth democracy.

However, it did not please all of Equestria. Ghidious, an alicorn of a rival family and the grandson of the former king, demanded that he, by blood, deserved the title of ruler. But the newly reformed Parliament vetoed his claims, and Ghidious, angrily, departed from the kingdom completely.

Things did not improve, as talks of rebellion circled through the air and months later, cities and former nations that had unionized into Equestria seceded, starting a civil war. The Royal Guard, still licking it’s wounds from the years under Discord, was not fully prepared for such a war and as such, Equestria was losing territories and the Confederacy was gaining ground.

As it turned out, the leader of the Confederacy was none other than Ghidious himself, who had stirred the coals of rebellion, and had somehow lead over legions of terrible beasts and creatures, to which no one knew how he did such a thing.

Finally, there was but one place left standing, Canterlot, which would be Equestria’s last stand. Celestia and Luna, leading the defense, knew that to end this bloody war, was to either capture Ghidious and bring him to justice…or kill him…

(A/N: For this next part, the song I’m using here is “The Battle” from The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe.)

Almost four hundred years ago…

The land of Equestria, which had been known for its beautiful forests, rivers, oceans, and cities, lay in ruins, land that had witnessed the brutality and horror of war. And now, all held their breath for the final climatic battle that was about to begin.

A gryphon was quickly making its way back to Canterlot, where the last of the Royal Guard remained to make its final stand. Upon reaching the castle, it quickly made its way to a balcony where Celestia and Luna stood.

“Valefor,” Celestia said, nodding. “I am glad to see you made it back in one piece.”

“It was not too hard, Princess,” Valefor said. “But I have disturbing news. The Confederacy has decided to move earlier than we expected. They will be here within the hour.”

*“Then we have no time to lose,” Celestia said. “Valefor, ready your forces.” She then looked to one of the Guards. “And you, ready the troops along the outside walls.” The Guard saluted and left. “They will no doubt give everything they got to take this city. So we must be ready for them.”

“If it is true that Ghidious will partake in this battle,” Luna said. “Then this will be our only chance. We have an advantage over him, we can take him together-!”

“No,” Celestia said sternly. “Our troops will need you as a leader to protect our kingdom. As for Ghidious, I will deal with him myself if I need to.”

“…Very well,” Luna said. “Then let us hope luck is on our side today…”

It did not take long for the Guard to assemble along the outer walls of Canterlot. This was their only advantage in this fight. They could not fall back. Among the first group was Celestia, who was now clad in royal armor. No matter what, she would fight along her subjects. As for Luna, she stood with the archers in the second line.

A soldier came up to her. “They are coming my lady, in numbers far greater than ours.”

“Numbers do not determine a victory,” Celestia said calmly.

“No, but they would sure be nice right about now…” the soldier thought.

A horn soon filled the air as the sound of marching could be heard. Among the first that they saw was a Minotaur with a giant axe. A commander, no doubt. He raised his weapon with a savage-like roar and soon others joined his ranks. Goblins, orcs, trolls, the worst Equestria had to offer approached along with rebel soldiers.

But what caught Celestia’s eye was the carriage in the middle that approached. Ghidious arrived in full fashion, witness to what he hoped was the fall of Canterlot. And soon, they stopped in formation.

The Royal Guard, most of them now recruits, looked on worriedly, but even outnumbered, they still had their rulers on their side. In an almost defiant nature, Celestia stepped forward and her horn emitted a spark, almost like a firework, that shot out towards the enemy and exploded, causing a wall of fire to appear, separating the two armies. The Guard cheered, all of a sudden their morale boosting. Then came the signal, and soon out of the sky came the gryphons, carrying large boulders and rubble from past battles.

But the Minotaur was no fool. He looked up and saw them coming. “Look to the sky!” Their archers then shot into the air. They managed to hit some, but most of them evaded and dropped their loads, killing many on the spot. The flame wall soon disappeared, most likely due to Ghidious’ magic, and an order was given out to charge. They then stormed the field, heading towards the castle walls.

Luna, who had been watching closely soon then said to a commander, “Give them a volley.”

“VOLLEY!” Hundreds of arrows then shot across the field, hitting their targets. Things were looking up; if they could hold them back for a little while longer, then there could still be a chance for victory. At least until Ghidious decided whenever to join the battle.

Celestia flew up into the air and using her Royal Canterlot voice. “FOR CANTERLOT AND FOR EQUESTRIA!” The Equestrians charged, inspired more than ever before. Soon the two forces clashed, each holding to their own. Celestia never cared for war; so many deaths of her fellow Equestrians tore her heart open. But now it had to end, once and for all. She then took off, looking for the one pony to confront.

(A/N: For this last part, the song I’m using here is “Esper Battle” from Final Fantasy XII.)

A bolt of lightning was the next thing she met as she dodged it quickly. “So, you’ve decided to come out and die with your loyal subjects,” Ghidious said mockingly, who was above her. “I have to admit Celestia, you always did have that effect of unwavering loyalty on ponies.”

*“Your war of tyranny ends here Ghidious,” Celestia said, glaring at him. “As much as you don’t deserve it, I am willing to give you a chance to surrender, for if not I will no choice but to kill you.”

Ghidious laughed and then smirked. “You see, that is your weakness…You are too soft!” He then attacked, unleashing dark magic at her. Dodging, Celestia used a Holy spell which caused the area to light up in white. Ghidious then charged forward, unscathed, and collided into her, smashing her into a wall.

“It’s too late, Celestia,” Ghidious said, staring into her eyes. “Canterlot will be overrun in a matter of hours. Perhaps you should consider surrendering, and maybe I will spare your lives. If not, then you’ll have no choice but to watch your followers die.”

“You’ve forgotten one important thing Ghidious,” Celestia said with a smile. “The leader of an army is like the head of the snake. Once you cut it off, the rest of the body dies.” Her eyes then glowed white and suddenly Ghidious was shot back, as if he got fired from a cannon. “What… no!” The Elements of Harmony. “How could I have forgotten so easily!?” He did not have time to respond, as suddenly he was then surrounded and soon encased in a large stone of amber, his look of surprise frozen in place.

Her eyes returning to normal, Celestia took a breath of relief. She was lucky enough to have the Elements on her side, and especially to be able to use them again. The battle had not gone unnoticed and upon seeing their leader encased in amber, the Confederacy panicked and soon made a hasty retreat. You could not win a battle on your own against Princess Celestia.

And so, Ghidious had been defeated and the war finally came to an end. Despite her word, Celestia decided to spare the alicorn’s life. Enough bloodshed was already made. He was then banished from Equestria, forced to live out in the Everfree Forest, stripped of his magic.

Equestria then prospered in a Golden Era, rebuilding and becoming the peaceful land that Celestia and Luna dreamed of.

But this story does not take place in the past, but in the future. The new bearers of the Elements of Harmony will be thrust into a new adventure, one unlike any they’ve been on before, *a quest through time*.