The Mutant Wars

   The sky was dark as rain poured over Equestria, as if it were mourning for the losses of massive cities and citizens that no one could save

Among the dark drizzle in the desert was three people, walking towards a settlement. When they reached the entrance one read it "Welcome to Appleoosa.."

the girl with purple hair stated and the other person beside them just stared

"You sure its safe here?" the person turned

"Of course Sweetie Belle. I wouldn't lie to you." Sweetie Belle stared at the person

"But what if the soldiers are there! Scootaloo W-What if-" she was stopped by her friend's hand.

"Hide!" and the two slid behind a boulder.

"This is it!" the three stared at the teenagers in front of them, the three quickly noticed the food and water they had, the three younger girls having nothing but clothes and half empty water bottles.

"Let's go look for Braeburn then." the one with coal black hair said and the trio walked into the town.

The girl with the pink bow looked at her friends before getting up. "C'mon. They're looking for Braeburn too!" but Sweetie Belle grabbed her friend's hand.

"But they might have something bad in store for him!" Scootaloo stood up

"We should follow them. After all we've gone through. We can't let them hurt Braeburn." and the few walked into the town, Scootaloo pulled up her orange hood to hide her face. Sweetie Belle wrapped herself tighter in her white hoodie. They followed the trio to the saloon were they walked in. The Crusaders watched from outside as the trio walked up to the bar, receiving odd glances from the Appleoosans at the tables.

"Excuse me. Do you know were I can find someone?" the bartender looked up

"Look pal. I don't provide information. I provide drinks. Now if you want I can get you one for a couple bits." Storm narrowed his eyes. Flame crossed his arms.

"Excuse me but we just want to-"

"Look. I don't provide information. I providedrinks. If you don't want a drink than you can just leave."

Flame narrowed his eyes and let out a exasperated growl, his eyes flickering with faint fire. Then Snowflake slammed her hand on the table, grabbing the attention of the bartender. "Look. I don't think you've noticed. But this is a war. And we just survived a storming in our city, Now." she said and crossed her arms.

"We're looking for a guy. We were told he lives here in Appaloosa." the bartender looked at her "Of course lass. Who may that be?" Snowflake set the envelope on the bar.

"This is  a letter from someone in Canterlot. We were sent to speak with someone named Braeburn Apple."

the bar went silent.

A guy with a dark purple hoode looked up, the only visible feature was a set of glasses.

"What do you want with him?" Flame turned "business...war business." the boy next to the hooded man stood up

"What kind of war business?" Snowflake stood in front of Flame.

"There has been a couple bombings. We would go to Prince Lightning Sky. But we already did." the guy stood up and walked up to Storm.

"What do you mean?" Storm grabbed the letter and held it in front of the guy

"He sent us with this." the crusaders slid into the bar, avoiding the gazes of the Appleoosans. "We're looking for Braeburn Apple too." Scootaloo spoke up, grabbing the group's attention.

"Mah sis says that he needs this." and the girl with the bow and held up a tattered piece of paper. The boy looked at them before turning to the hooded man. "Want me to go get him?" the hooded man shook his head.

"No. We'll take them to him. They'll be lucky he doesn't send them to the jail if they're spies."

"We aren't spies! We're just kids! You don't know what we've been through! I swear we just went through hell ta reach ya!" the girl with the bow snapped. The man nodded, turning to the group.

"Follow me." and he led the visitors towards a building.

Inside the building he led them to a staircase that led to what looked like a basement. But when the reached it they found it to be a very tech filled base, people at computers and glass doors that showed offices.

"He's in here." the man said and opened the door. Inside sat a man with brown hair, a cow boy hat, a vest and his waist was decorated with loaded guns.

"Ace? Who are they?" the man asked, staring at the people who had just entered

"Visitors Sir. They said they were sent with letters. One from Prince Lightning Sky." at the mention of Lightning Sky the man jumped up.

"Apple Bloom!" and Apple Bloom was wrapped up in an embrace faster than you could say "apple"

"What brings you three here?" He ask in a confused voice

"Apple Jack. She sent this to you," Apple Bloom handed him the paper. Braeburn looked at the others.

"What do you have from Lightning Sky?" Braeburn asked and Snowflake handed him the letter. "This."

"Yeah. He also gave us these guns for self defense." Flame said and Braeburn picked up the letter, opening it.

"Ace." Braeburn asked, turning to the cloaked male. "Gather the recruits. I have some news for them." Ace nodded and left.

"Are you friends of Lightning Sky?" the trio nodded "he's friends with all the mutant-Erm...." Flame stuttered as he said it. Storm shot him a glare

FLAME!!! Storm thought as Braeburn stared at him "Your mutants?" Snowflake stared at her feet. "Yes." Braeburn shrugged

"Any friend of the Prince is a friend of mine!" and they left the office, heading to a big area with a platform. Bunch of rag tag people filled the spacious, high ceiling, room.

"My fellow rebels. I have just found my little cu Apple Bloom. She has traveled all the way from Sweet Apple Acres with her friends Scootaloo and Sweetie Belle with a note from Apple Jack." the meeting area was filled with cheering as the crusaders made their way onto the platform, the other trio stayed hidden behind the wall with Ace and the boy. "I also have received word from an old friend. Prince Lightning Sky. It was personally delivered by these three." and the trio walked out "But this letter. Holds information not all of us may like." and Braeburn pulled out the letter, taking a deep breath he read into the microphone.

Dear Braeburn and whoever else is reading this. If you are reading this it most likely.....Most likely means I am dead.....There has just recently been a searching throughout various cities in Equestria. And Canterlot has been bombed, I was lucky enough to be in my castle.

I knew they would attack us. They are known as 'The Force' I have no clue who leads them, but I know what they want. They are trying to rule Equestria for its valuable resources, and sadly enough, Mutants. I hope you understand that this letter holds information that not even Celestia herself knew of.

I, Prince Lightning Sky, am a mutant. I have three friends who should be here soon. The soldiers are sieging Canterlot Castle. The Force has created a complicated device, the only one of its existence, The Hunter.

It makes loud noises when Mutants are nearby. I have a good stock of guns. The Force is trying to capture mutants. But most are killed for being 'useless.'

I am sorry that you may never see me again. I am a sign of hope for Equestria Mutants, and they want to destroy it. I want you all to run. Stock up on resources, my army has been sent to Las Pegasus to check up on siege, the remaining half is some were else, scattered by the bombings. As for what mutant I am- I cannot write much more, I can see the silhouettes of Flame, Storm, and Snowflake. When you receive this message, I am most likely dead.

Your dearest Prince, Lightning Sky of Equestria.

The area was silent and some quiet sobs were heard. "Now..." Braeburn said after finding his voice.  "Everyone may head back to their offices. I want a patrol on the borders of Appaloosa to watch for soldiers. Good Day." and Braeburn left the platform, walking down the hall, only to be followed by the visitors. "Now." he said turning to them. "Ace. Tour them around and introduce them. Oh and by the way. Ask if they wish to join 'The Protectors'" and with that he left.