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Canterlot was a beautiful place to live. You could see the whole entire country of Equestria from the top of the Castle. There was beautiful shops, beautiful ponies, and everything was peaceful. Until one day...

Hooves quickly trotted on the Castle floor. It was like the sound of when you put your cup back on the table. click, click, click, click.

"Celestia!" Princess Luna said in alarm as she opened the doors to the Throne Room.

"What is it Luna?" Princess Celestia said, wrapping up a scroll and putting it by her side.

"There have been threats made against Canterlot", Luna said in alarm. "The mysterious terrorist claims he's going to blow up the Castle during the Winter Solstice."

"But that's in three weeks!" Princess Celestia yelled, standing up. "Why would someone threaten us?"

Princess Luna trotted toward her sister. "I don't know, but we can't send the Mane 6, because they will cause attention."

"They'll know that we are looking, and hide", Celestia said. "We have to call a new team of heroes."

"But who?"

"I have an idea. You see, every year I let in a dozen supernatural creatures into our country. This year, six of the twelve creatures caught my eye. They seemed more special. They seemed like, heroes."

"How come you never told me of this secret plan?" Princess Luna asked in anger.

"Because you would think I was crazy. I'm helping other creatures other than ponies find homes. They don't even live near civilization."

"So were going to get six creatures that could possibly hurt us, to help us get a terrorist?"

"Correct you are."

"Well, have fun. Yes, I do think your crazy", Princess Luna said, turning around and walking out. "Sun-butt."

Princess Celestia groaned, then she took out a scroll and began writing a letter. Well actually, six.

~~

"And that is why I have summoned you here", Princess Celestia finished. "Any questions?"

In front of Princess Celestia was probably a weird sight. All the way to the left, sat an orange and white cat with a purple collar. Egypt was his name. He raised his paw for a question.

"Yes Egypt?" Princess Celestia asked.

"Will we get paid?" Egypt asked.

Egypt was special. When he was a kitten, he was taken from his home and was experimented on. Due to this, some of the chemicals gave his vocal cords the power to talk like a Pony. When he was released from the factory, he searched for his family, but he never found them. The factory had killed his mother, father, and siblings. He ventured into Equestria to look for his family, even though he knew of the tragedy.

"Yes, you will all be paid if you succeed."

Next to Egypt, was a stranger site. It was half deer, half pony. She had a brown coat with a lighter underbelly. There were also white spots on her flank and left ear. Her eyes were light grey, almost white. She had a curly, blonde mane which went down to her upper hoof, and braided and she tied it together with a red ribbon. Antlers came out of her head. Her tail however, was a stub for a tail. Her name was Rhea. She seemed scared of the Castle, because she kept looking at the glass ceiling.

Next to Rhea, were twins. Names, Orchid and Heather. Orchid had a black mane, which was short. Her cutiemark was a blue orchid. Heather had a light blue mane, and was very long (down to her chest). Her cutiemark was a red rose. Both sisters had a grey skin. The only thing odd about the two was, they had eyes like a bat pony. Both sisters seemed worry-free.

To the right, was a regular Earth Pony colt. He had a short, orange mane and tail. His eyes were green. His coat was a dark orange. His cutiemark was a lion's face. His name was Raindrop. He was a shape-shifter. He seemed aggressive, maybe because he had the instincts of an animal as well as his talent.

Lastly, was a Griffon. He had white feathers around his body. But his wings, end of his tail, front talons, and a streak around his eyes were navy blue. His beak was black. Eye color, yellow. His name, Kris. He looked upset for some reason, but maybe that was how he was.

"No other questions?" Princess Celestia asked.

No answer. Rhea raised her hoof shyly.

"Why do you want us exactly?" She asked. "Why not other creatures?"

"You all look and seem like heroes to me", Princess Celestia. "I don't know if I am right about my decision, but if you can find out who is threatening the Castle, you all will be rewarded."

"But what if we don't prove that were heroes?" Heather asked. "Will you kick us out of Equestria?"

"Only if you are the terrorist", Princess Celestia said.

The whole group sighed in relief.

"Do you all want to help Equestria?" Princess Celestia asked.

"I guess", Orchid muttered.

"Orchid, be more supportive to your Ruler", Heather said, slapping her sister in the stomach.

"Don't be so rude Heather", Orchid hissed.

"Enough sisters", Princess Celestia said. "Are you in or not?"

"Yes, we both are", Heather said.

"Good, then we shall send you all off immediately", Princess Celestia announced. "The Guard will show you where you can get supplies for your journey. Thank you for serving Equestria."

The six turned around and headed for the door. Princess Celestia sat down in her Throne once more.

~~

"My name's Kris, what's yours?" Kris said, winking at Rhea.

"Don't bother", Rhea said, walking a bit faster to get away from Kris.

The Guard showed them a room full of food and supplies. The six quickly packed stuff into their new saddlebags.

"There's so many options", Orchid said in disgust. "Just give us some simple food."

"Orchid, be more appreciative", Heather snapped.

"Just calm down", Egypt hissed. "Your acting like a bunch of Boggles."

Every-creature looked at Egypt.

"What are Boggles?" Raindrop asked.

"In my land, that's what we call 'babies", Egypt said, rolling his eyes. He looked at Rhea. "Meow, meow meow mew, meow meoowww."

Rhea laughed.

"What did he say?" Orchid asked.

"I'd rather not say", Rhea said, laughing once more. She looked at Egypt. "Meow meoooooowww!"

Egypt chuckled.

"Stop talking in cat language!" Kris said. "Let's try to get to know each other. I'm Kris."

"I'm Rhea", she whispered. "I'm a deer."

"So that's your name", Kris winked.

Rhea scoffed.

"I'm Heather, and this is my sister Orchid", Heather introduced.

"Raindrop", he said, not showing emotion.

"Egypt Is the name, meowing is my game", Egypt purred.

"I hate cats", Kris muttered.

"Well I hate birds", Egypt said, loud and clear. "I can hear you muttering, sunny boy. Cats have better hearing than ponies."

"I'm a Griffon!" Kris squawked.

"Calm down", the Guard said. "Or else you will not be able to go on the quest."

Egypt groomed himself, as he had already packed his miniature saddlebag.

And so, the six got ready for their adventure. After packing up, Princess Celestia sent them off to possible areas where the terrorist may live. But, they had to wear disguises.

So the adventure begins.