Love of flight

Walking through Ponyville made me feel like Gandolf walking through the Shire. Keep in mind that I'm only five foot, four, but these ponies make feel like a giant. Not only did they make me feel huge, but they also seemed to be scared of me. So, would that make me and evil Gandolf? Ah, whatever, I could only hope that I wouldn't intimidate the princesses.

The train was kind of cramped. I had to sit on the floor so I wouldn't put some lumps on my head... or a hole in the roof. Since every other pony was scared of me, it was just me and Crystal on this side of the train car... not that I really complained.

"So... these princesses... are they friendly?" I asked.

"Very much so," Crystal said.

"Anything I need to be aware of when meeting them?" I asked.

"Well, when you approach, bow before saying anything," Crystal said, "When addressing them, make sure to use either 'Your highness', or 'Princess'. Also, bow before you turn away from them".

"Ok, so nothing out of the ordinary," I said.

"Oh, and don't be surprised if the royal guard don't let you in right away," Crystal said.

"Sounds like they take their job pretty seriously," I said.

The rest of the train ride was pretty uneventful. I actually fell asleep to pass the time. I was just getting to the good part when I was awoken by something prodding me in the side. I opened my eyes to see the assailant was Crystal. As we got off the train, my eyes trailed over the city I now stood in. I just ignored the ponies giving me weird or terrified looks as I took in the amazing sight. I wondered how ponies could construct something like this... then I remembered I just got off a train built and used by ponies.

As we finally approached the castle, I took notice of some ponies dressed in armor, holding spears. They were, I figured, the royal guard. Something about them was actually slightly intimidating... good job there, guys. They were also ninjas as I didn't even notice four of them walk over until one of them cleared his throat.

"Who, and what, are you? And what is your business here?" One of the guards asked.

"Well, my name is Anthony, and I am a human," I said, "I am lost in this world, and was hoping your princesses could help remedy that issue".

"In that case, I do hope you don't mind an escort," The guard said.

"Not one bit," I said, "You have a duty to perform, don't let me get in the way of it".

"Good, then follow me," The guard said.

I was already impressed by the city, but this castle blows that out of the water. The whole thing is practically a carved out chunk of marble. The floor and walls gleamed wonderfully in the sunlight. The decorations were also something to marvel at. Stained glass, banners, busts... it was all just amazing. I guess it must also be said that I could actually fit in here.

It didn't take long at all for us to reach the throne room. As the doors were opened, the very spacious room came more and more into view. What caught my eye, however, was the rather large pony sitting on a throne at the other end of the room. I couldn't even believe that was a pony... she was massive. While the guards intimidated me, this one in particular really terrified me. Not only was she huge, but she just radiated power. As I approached the throne, I did as expected and bowed... both out of respect for this seemingly powerful being, and fear of what would happen if I showed even the slightest disrespect.

"What are you?" The princess asked.

Even her voice was scary. It seemed gentle, but also quite stern at the same time. One wrong move, and I could end up broken in half with no hassle at all.

"Well, your highness, I am a human," I said, "My name is Anthony, and I'm kind of lost in this world with no idea whatsoever how to get home".

"Lost, you say?" The princess asked.

"Yes, your highness," I said, "I arrived here when a bright light came out of nowhere and blinded me".

"Interesting... very interesting," The princess said, "A lost soul in a world which he does not belong. I do not currently have an idea of how to help you, but I will certainly look for one. You are the first of your kind to set hoof here in Equestria, and I do not wish to give a bad impression".

"Your kindness is well received, princess," I said.

"Please, call me Celestia," The princess said, "It is good that you are humble, but you do not have to refer to me by title".

Ok... royalty asking to be called by their name instead of their title? What kind of a world am I in?

"Also, until I am able to find a solution to your problem, you are welcome to stay here at the castle," Celestia said.

There's something you don't hear every day.

"While that offer is very generous, I actually wish to stay with my friend here down in uh... Ponyville, I believe it's called," I said.

"If that is what you wish, then you stay with her," Celestia said, "However, until enough trust can be built up with my little ponies, I ask that you not leave her house unless she is with you. More so for your safety, of course".

"I can agree to that," I said.

"And one more thing as well to help you," Celestia said, "With your permission, I would like to shrink you down to more manageable size. It will help during your stay, and will be reversed before you go home".

"I can't really say no to that," I said, It'll be nice to not hit my head on the ceiling when I stand up for once".

Without saying anything else, Celestia's horn lit up like a light bulb, and I soon felt my body tingling. The room started to get bigger as I shrank. It didn't hurt, but God if it didn't tickle like hell. Once the process was done, I was having to look up at Celestia, and I didn't have to look down at any of the other ponies.

"I do ask that you at least stay till night when my sister will be awake," Celestia said, "I would very much like you to meet her".

Ok, so I found out just how powerful the princesses are. They move the sun and the moon for God's sake... no wonder they're intimidating. I just got done watching at the night princess, Luna, put on the most spectacular light how a she set the stars in the sky and raised the moon. She was a little curious about me, but everything was explained to her by Celestia shortly after we met. We had said nothing to each other as of yet, but that would change now.

"That was the most impressive thing I have ever seen," I said.

"Well, thank you," Luna said, "It is not often I receive such complements".

"It's hard to imagine others do not wish to complement you on your work very often," I said, "You're quite the artist".

"Now you just wish to embarrass me," Luna said.

"Not at all," I lied.

She may be an all powerful god pony, but Luna's actually kind of cute when she blushes.

"Well then," Luna said, shaking off her blush, "Why not tell me more about yourself?".

"What do you want to know?" I asked.

"Well, let's start with the most interesting topic," Luna said, "What are your hobbies?".

"I don't suppose you would know what video games are, would you?" I inquire.

"No, I do not," Luna said.

"They're a really entertaining, if not expensive, form of media," I explained, "All they are, are a bunch if lights on a screen that you control, but they're really fun... and great stress relievers".

"Are there genres of these games?" Luna asked.

"Quite a few," I said, "Anything from simulations to first person shooters... you name it".

"First person shooters?" Luna asked.

"Do you know what war is, by any chance?" I asked.

"All too well, I'm afraid," Luna admitted.

"Well, first person shooters are war sims," I explained.

"You certainly have... an interesting culture," Luna said.

"Yes... well, there's to me than that," I said.

"Anything else... violent?" Luna asked.

"The most peaceful hobby I have is flying," I said, "I was actually taking a nice flight when I arrived here".

"Where are your wings?" Crystal asked.

"I don't have any," I said, "I'm what's known as a pilot. I fly these things called planes".

"I see," Crystal said.

"However, when I arrived here, I was blinded," I said, "As a result, I ended up crashing. The plane I was flying will never touch the sky again, sadly".

"Where is the crash site?" Luna asked, "Night time is not really busy, and I'd love to see this plane of yours".

"It's going to take a good bit to get back to it, as I have no wings with which to fly myself," I said.

"Then climb on," Luna said as she laid down.

"You want to carry me there?" I asked.

"It'll be much faster, and I am sure I can hold your weight," Luna said.

"Follow me, Princess," Crystal said, "I'll take you right to it".