Magnum Crescent; The Eclipse of Equestria

by Heac

Rating: everyone
Tags: Slice of Life, Random
Length: 692

Background story of an alicorn named Magnum Crescent

Once upon a time, in the magical land of Equestria, there were two regal sisters who ruled together, and created harmony for all the land. These two sisters had a fight, which was resolved after 1000 years. The younger sister, Luna, would raise the moon at night. The older sister, Celestia would raise the sun at dawn. Upon the darkest of night, and the brightest of day another Mare had to be called in for assistance.

This mare was not an ordinary mare, by any means. The location of her home was hidden, and she had both wings and a unicorn horn. Was she a princess? Was she maybe a queen of a far-off land? Many had wondered. She knew the answer, but kept to herself. Very few knew the answer.

Celestia, and Luna both know. The relation between these three is often looked past by everypony, and often ponies don't seem to even notice Crescent's clouded coat, and mangy mane.

As everypony knows, Celestia raises the sun. Such an amazing feat of magic is something ponies could only dream of doing.

Luna raises the moon. This incredible feat is similar to that of the sun.

Magnum Crescent however shrouds the two in the memorization that is an eclipse. Luna's powerful magic had repelled that of Celestia's and thus they needed help. Magnum Crescent's powerful magic can surpass that of anypony when she is in the presence of these two at the same time. With work, she can master this magic to attain control over such strength at all times.
To prevent this Celestia has binded her magic with bracers. These bracers hold the spirit of the changeling inside of them, suppressing any magic that goes beyond that of a normal level. The changeling bracers work through their changing power, this absorbs nearby expended magic. The magic is stopped at a certain level because enough is expended that the changelings in the bracers can leach it from the air itself.

Magnum Crescent is very young, compared to Celestia. Her age has not, nor will it be confirmed but she was founded as an orphan by Celestia. Her poor state she was founded in she wasn't identified as a pegasi or a unicorn. But rather a muddy mess.

Celestia had tried hard to hide her from everypony, but she had become curious, and like a princess locked in a tower she sought freedom.

After being discovered by the public, her magic started to grow. Out of emotion. Uncontrollably she had gotten into a magic frenzy in which she had harmed Celestia. Being unable to cope with what had happened she fled from Canterlot.

As to where she lives now, very few know. Celestia can call upon her for assistance, but she never stays long. The levels of trust between Magnum and Celestia can only be guessed at. Mystery shrouds Crescent's current living conditions, and even where these conditions are questioned. She seems to appear when called upon for certain things. When the sun and the moon stray too close to one another, She can be expected, and depended on to use her powerful magic to fix any and all problems occurring.

Her power is bound by the bracers, but her spirit is bursting with confidence to one day escape from the shroud of darkness that binds her spirit to her body. She wishes to escape, so that she may become friends with whom she pleases for the right reasons, and escape the dark past of what she had done to not only the city of Canterlot, but Celestia herself.

Published 1970-01-01 00:00:00 UTC
Last updated 2012-05-22 10:09:52 UTC

Magnum Crescent; Hall of Jewels

Magnum Crescent is a Alicorn, queen of the twilight zone. She isn't related to Celestia, or Luna, but is closely involved in their lives. That story, will be saved for another day, though.

Magnum's castle is that of beauty. She has everything anypony could ask for. What does she lack? Only she would know. Within her castle are many different areas, representing things ponies have done in the past. Very similar to Princess Celestia's castle.

Magnum however is in the twilight zone. The world in between one and itself. It could be crushed within a second by who knows what. How did she get there somepony might ask? How did this happen? Well if you were to ask that yourself, she would tell you about the stories of the great Emerald Fire. Being an Alicorn, she has lived for a long time. Many of her friends have long since passed, and she must be strong when asked about them.

Emerald Fire is a legend. He has the strength to push past anything in his way.

Emerald Fire is a Pegasus that Magnum met when she was just a Filly. He greatly resembled the strong Rainbow dash in personality, with slight tinkers here and there. His pure black coat gave him a shining feel that made him seem strong. He had strong wings that seemed to flash green. His tail was green, which, when flying, gave him a sort of brilliance. He seemed to radiate green in a way that made one stop and just stare for a moment's time.

Magnum Crescent got to the Twilight zone when she ran into Emerald Fire. Emerald had touches of green on his hooves, mane, nd four small horns that seemed to naturally fit on his head. In addition on his mouth. This made it seem like he drank out of a platter full of something green. His bright green eyes made you feel like he was staring directly at you all the time. Almost like he was expecting something.

Magnum was in a rush when she first ran into him. She was completely and entirely flustered and couldn't figure out what to do with herself. She had barely escaped. Eyes full of tears, she bumped into Emerald. In a burst of magnificent green flames they were both consumed. Any and all chanced at capturing Magnum at this point, were lost. She was in the Twilight zone, with Emerald Fire.

Upon reaching this place, Magnum shortly realized she was alone. Eyes full of tears, she looked upward. Emerald looked downward upon her, seeming very condescending with his powerful gaze.

"Sup?" He said. Catching her completely off-guard.

His otherwise powerful appearance made this seem maddening. Perhaps she was imagining appearing in this otherworldly realm?

"Hi.." She squeamishly squished out. She didn't really want to talk at the time. Despite this she felt some sort of safety near this Colt. Emerald had a warm atmosphere around him, like that of a warm fire at the end of a long and cold day. It was relief. She was satisfied with this feeling. Very much so.

That's when his smile seemed to disappear. She turned away quickly, as if she was to be stricken. This led Emerald to believe she was expecting him to hit her. He hung his head with a silent sigh.

She looked around quickly. The area had a darker ground. They were in a forest, as if a fire had gone through here but nobody bothered to clean the area up. It was messy, and didn't seem safe, except that the forest wasn't thick, it lacked trees. The trees must have burned, because it was scarce. The creamy sky said that the sun was rising... Or setting. It was breath-taking.

"Princess Magnum.. We have a lot of work to do." Magnum looked upward at him, without having introduced herself, she wondered how he knew her name.

Then she noticed in the thicker parts of the woods luminescent eyes that glowed a fiendish red became vivid and clear.

~To Be Continued

Next title will be Magnum Crescent; Emerald Fire Part 2