Chapters Phantom War VII: Revenge of Havoc
A few months later…
The Millenium Phoenix was landing on the landing bay near the newly created building of alliance. This place was like a fortress built to defend the main build where the Alliance meets. Me, Rainbow, Shadow, and Soundwave came from the landing platform and began to walk towards the main building. It was titled; The Congress of the Alliance. Today, we were meeting to discuss about the future of the alliance. The Horde had been recently defeated and now, with little to zero need for alliance among those who seek freedom, we need to discuss our future.
We arrived in the main room and see all the alliance banners. Charming and Twilight were leaders of Team Harmony; their guards were Applejack and Sunset. Me and Rainbow were leaders of the Lunar Clan, who were leaders of the Vampony Empire; our guards were Soundwave and Shadow. Celestia and Luna were leaders of the Equestrian Empire; Their guards were two random guards. Cadence and Shining were leaders of the Crystal Empire; their guards were Flash Sentry and another random crystal empire guard. Brutalight and Drowned Brutalight were representatives of Team Insanity and the Phantom Consortium; their guards were Rainbine and Pinkis. Chrysalis and Meta were leaders of the Changeling Empire; their guards were two random changeling guards. We had our respective banners and both me and Rainbow took our seats.
Celestia declared “Now; this meeting may begin. What is our first order of business?”
“Respectfully, I think we should finally make contact with the Borg.”
Charming replied “I thought talk was beyond reason to them.”
“True, but ever since Adjutant left the Phantom Consortium, the Borg could strike at any moment. That is why I proposed that we placed a blockade at their border to prevent them from attacking us while we are down.”
“The Borg have technology that allows them to adapt to us. What makes you think they won’t use it against us?” Meta pointed out to everyone.
“With my experience and mastery of the Borg, I can have technology developed to counter the Borg.”
Twilight asked “You would share this technology with us?”
“If it means to stop the Borg, then yes.”
Brutalight added “Our Griffin technicians can make the Anti-Borg technology much faster.”
“Now we are in agreement with that action, what shall we do with the Horde Leaders?” Luna continued.
Rainbow immediately said “They can’t be trusted and they may raise a rebellion if left alive.”
Charming asked “You propose we execute them?”
“Yes.” Rainbow replied
Celestia interrupted “While I do agree with your course of action, Rainbow, but I can’t let it happen. The main reason why were at war with the Horde in the first place was because they see us as a major threat. If we kill them, it will be like they were a symbol to rebel against us.”
Meta agreed “I agree; we can’t let it happen again.”
Twilight asked “So what do we do with the leaders?”
“How about Tartarus? They have shown signs that Tartarus would be a suitable crime for them.”
Charming nodded “I agree. They have shown us countless times when they have proven themselves worthy of a life sentence in Tartarus.”
“That makes three of us then.” Luna added, in complete agreement.
Chrysalis replied “Alright, then the leaders were be casted into Tartarus.”
“Now, we have enter the-“
I was interrupted when I felt my sight being thrown to another location.
I see my sight appear in what looked like a winter land. I see snow, ice, and some other stuff everywhere. But what caught my attention was the throne trapped in a block of ice with a pony inside. This pony wore some ancient armor that looked like no metal I’ve ever seen before and he wore leather and had the one blade I recognized immediately .
It was the cursed rune blade known as Frostmourne!
Before I could continue, I heard an old pony’s voice in the background, echoing in my mind.
“My son; The day you were born, the very forests of Lordaeron whispered your name… Arthas.”
The helmet of the frozen pony, named Arthas, hit two lights. Two blue eyes with blue smoke leaking out. The ice began to shatter and break and the pony broke free. He landed on his hooves, Frostmourne was at his side. I could hear music in the background and Arthas began to walk forward into the snowy lands. He came to a cliff that overlooked a valley and he halted. He kneeled down to the snow and wiped some away, clearing what looked like ice with something underneath it. He stared at it for a moment before getting up and his horn igniting.
“My child, I watched with pride,” The old pony voice continued as the sword began to leave its scabbard “As you grew into a weapon; of righteousness.” The sword’s blade tip hit the ground before he lifted it up and pointed it almost where I was at. It felt like time had slowed down when he did that. I could swear I was hearing whispers from the sword. “Remember, our line has always ruled with wisdom and strength.” A blue aura began to surround the blade of the sword. “And I know you will show restraint when exercising your great power.”
Arthas grabbed the sword and pointed it down to the ice. He lifted the blade up before stabbing the ground with it. The ice began to crack and a large gust of wind blew away the snow. The cracking continued as Arthas began to get up, sword leaving the ground. I could see into the background that something was emerging from the ice. I looked at it and see bones coming out. Suddenly, I see a massive bone dragon coming out, the blue aura all over it, making it come to life. The massive dragon began to walk towards the cliff and began to look down on the valley of undead soldiers. It opened its’ giant wings then began to fall before taking off as if it was a real live dragon. The undead soldiers watched it as it did.
“But the truest victory, my son, is stirring the hearts of your people.” The undead dragon roared as did the undead soldiers. They began to glow blue as well now and Arthas was looking down at the Undead Legion. “I tell you this for when my days come to an end. You… shall be king, Arthas Solar.”
My vision began to change to the pit of Tartarus itself. I could see my visionary eyes diving down to the dark depths of the place and that was when I see a draconequus . He looked similar to Discord but he looked more different.
“I am free… now I will take my revenge on Discord, Celestia, and Luna!” I heard the draconequus say in his demonic voice.
I found myself back in the Council room. Everyone was staring at me, my eyes were glowing purple.
Charming asked in concern “What is wrong, brother? Another vision?”
My expression turned to dead serious.
“I have sense the balance has shifted. Two ancient enemies of Equestria have returned. And I have seen them both in my vision. Aunt Celestia; what is your last name?”
Celestia replied “It’s Solar… why?”
“Discord!!”
At that moment, Discord appeared in the middle of the room. He was sitting on a chair in front of a table with Fluttershy sitting in another. They were having tea. Discord looked at me.
Discord asked me “What’s up Danny?”
“Tell me; do you know of any other draconequus besides yourself?”
“Well… there is my brother, Havoc. But he is stone in the dark depths of Tartarus.” Discord replies and takes a sip of tea before he stopped and looked at me with a curious look and he swallows the tea. “Why you ask?”
“Because… I’m afraid that the Alliance is going back into war.”
Luna asked “With who?”
“Havoc…” There were the gasps from Discord, Celestia, and Luna. “He has been freed from his stone prison. While he can’t escape Tartarus…”
Discord added “His powers to create undead forces from graveyards is going to be a problem.”
“The Vampony Empire has fought with us before to stop Havoc, we can do it again!” Luna stated.
“But then there is the second threat…”
Celestia asked, concern “Who?”
“Charming…” Charming looks at me “Our cousin, Arthas Solar, has returned…”
Celestia gasped in complete shock at what I just said.
Celestia shouted with shock “My son! But he was sealed within the Frozen Throne! Back in…”
“Yes, back in the Frozen Wastelands… near the Crystal Empire.”
There were a few gasps.
“I propose this battle plan for now. We know that Arthas, aka: The Lich King, is heading to Equestria to take it over. But to get to Equestria, he needs to get through the Crystal Empire. Cadence, Shining, you two should prepare your forces for any legions of undead soldiers.”
Cadence stated immediately “We will require reinforcements.”
“I’ll send a small fraction of the Equestrian Grand Army to defend the Crystal Empire.” Charming replied.
Celestia replied “What of Havoc? Only Vamponies have the status to break into Tartarus, even with our modern technology.”
“That is where we come in. Me and Rainbow will fund and contact all of our Vampony lands for those willing to defend Equestria. We will even take volunteers from Equestria and other lands to fight against Havoc. And as leader of the Vamponies, I respectfully request that Princess Twilight Sparkle join our ranks.”
There were a lot of gasps around.
Twilight shouted with shock “Me!? But I have little combat experience!”
“No! I refuse to let my wife fight against Havoc by herself with you Vamponies!” Charming shouted with denial of the request.
“When Twivine turned Twilight into a Vampony Lord, she became a member of my empire. As a Vampony and a member of my kingdom, she has to fight with her kind. Besides, we can train Twilight to fight. I know a pony will teach her a lot.”
Charming said “But-“
Twilight interrupted “No Charming, I MUST do this. If I don’t, then why am I a princess but just a damsel in distress in need of rescuing? If I do this, I can prove that I’m not as weak as I’m lead to believe.”
“But Twilight-“ Charming said weakly
Twilight hushed her husband and replied “It’s alright. Besides, you are getting married with Sunset and Applejack to official declare that you have three mates.”
“Don’t worry; I’ll make sure that she returns to you in one piece.”
Charming looked at Twilight then they kissed and Charming nodded.
Charming warned “Alright… But you better be on your word Danny, or you will regret it.”
I nodded and we began to leave, Twilight coming with me since she is in need for training.
Author's Note
That is the end of Chapter 1, now to continue the story.
Phantom War VII: Revenge of Havoc
The next day…
The Millenium Phoenix was landing in a large forest area, which confused Twilight. The landing platform lowered and we got out. We began to make our way into the forest entrance when we pasted through the defensive barrier and disappeared from view in the real world. We now see a large village in the middle of the forest. There, we see a large army of vamponies training.
Twilight said with awe “Whoa…”
“Impressive, isn’t it? This is Blood Town, a military camp/village for Vamponies only. A magical barrier protects this place from detection and those who try to enter the barrier can’t as it is shielded from non-vamponies unless granted entrance.”
“This is where I’ll be training from?” Twilight asked, still memorized by the sight of such a beautiful place.
“Yes. And in this army, you will realize your full vampony potential and this could change you… forever.”
Twilight asked, looking at us for the first time in minutes “What do you mean by that?”
Rainbow asked “Remember how I was careless and irresponsible?” Twilight nodded “Well, this place changed me to act like a military official and put off all emotion except for love during official military business.”
“You will meet with your squad soon enough. But for now, you must train. Hecarim!! ”
After a few short minutes, we see an armored vampony walking over to us. She had large black bat wings, blood red eyes, a giant scythe on his back, and armor (without the helmet). Hecarim had a dark green coat with red mane and tail. Hecarim came over to us and kneeled.
Hecarim recited “My Lordship, what is thy bidding?”
"Hecarim, I want you to teach Twilight Sparkle the ways of the Vampony and teach her Necromancer. And Hecarim… don’t take it easy with Twilight, she is going to become a military official and she doesn’t have much time.”
“Yes, milord.” Herarim replies and gets up and looks at Twilight “Come with me, we shall go to Training Ground 10.”
Twilight gulped nervously and nodded. She left us and both me and Rainbow split up. Rainbow went to train with her masters again while I went to go train my disciple.
I arrived to the training ground and I looked, seeing my disciple; Trixie Lulamoon, sitting and mediating in the center of the room.
Trixie said with much control in her tone “Welcome back master. How was the meeting?”
“We were discussing military matters like what is our next action and concerning the Horde Leaders.”
“Ah, but I sense something amiss.” Trixie pointed out.
"...You have improved well, my apprentice. Indeed; I had a vision about two new threats. Arthas Solar, son of Princess Celestia, and Havoc, Discord’s twin brother. We are to divide and conquer. The Vamponies, led by myself, will assault Tartarus with Cerberus’s help. Meanwhile, my brother has to fight against our cousin, Arthas.”
Trixie replied “I guess we have a lot ahead of us now…”
“Indeed. Hecarim is training Twilight.”
Trixie opened her eyes, revealing them to be blood red eye color, and they were wide. She turned to me.
Trixie stated with concern and worry “Are you sure it was a wise idea? Hecarim is NOT a Vampony to take things easily. After all, she was Rainbow’s former mentor and look where she is now; almost emotionless in battle and acting like a true business-like military official.”
“I know and I feel that her training combined with his mentorship will be a perfect combination.”
Trixie tilted her head to the side in confusion “Why do you say that?”
“She, like me, you, and Rainbow, has drank the blood of her friends and some love ones. Plus, with Luna’s blood, Twilight will master necromancy better. I’ll make the request to transfer four blood bags with the combination of each specie leader to us.”
Trixie stated “Sounds like we are going beyond the limits.”
“We must prepare. Come now, apprentice, we shall train.”
Trixie got into her battle stance as I did.
Training Day 15
Hecarim has been training Twilight intensely, like I predicted. Within the week, Twilight was dead serious about things and kept up to her training. I was arriving to Training Ground 10 when I see Twilight and Hecarim were practicing Necromancy. They see me and they stopped. I pulled out a scythe that I crafted myself.
Twilight asked “Who is that for?”
“You, Twilight.”
Twilight looked shocked at my answer “Me? Why?”
“Well, you are training with Hecarim. And a scythe looks good for you.”
“You… you mean it?” Twilight asked.
“Yes. This scythe I have crafted is made of Moonsteel, a rare and powerful metal only found on the moon. It is said that this metal is unbreakable so that is why I forged this for you.” Twilight used her magic to levitate it to her, but it just came to her hooves and she held it up. “Oh, I enchanted it to come or summon to you whenever and wherever you want.”
Twilight said, liking her new weapon already “I’ll call it… Moon.”
I smiled and began to leave.
Training Day 30
I had finished making the armor that Twilight is going to wear for herself. Hecarim had told me that Twilight was ready for war and I had prepared this armor for her. She came inside and I see her new self. She had a dead serious look on her, like she had almost no emotion in her. I noticed her eyes were now blood red. I pointed in the backroom and she went inside and began to change. When she came out, I was in awe. She had a chest piece on her, gauntlets where her hooves, she had even dyed her hair black with her highlight were still the same. Now, she looked like the Grim Reaper from the darkest depths of Tartarus now. I smiled at my work and began to walk away, heading to my chamber. When I arrived, Twilight and Rainbow came in after me. We sat around the table and I activated the holo-communicator. We see the entire council was there .
Charming greeted “Ah, Danny. I see you brought Twilight and Rainbow. How goes your progress Twilight?”
“Wonderfully, and my training is complete.” Twilight replied with a smile.
“Thanks to a certain vampony ally of mine, she taught Twilight everything. I have to say, though, Twilight. You impressed me when you advance so fast. As for our military progress, about half the army is fully trained. I’ve been having scouts scout out around Equestria for Havoc’s activities and it was as I had feared. Havoc is mobilizing an army on Equestrian soil. Several Ghouls have already mass up and there have been sightings of Lichs. Due to this, I’ll have to deploy the fully trained part to secure Equestria. While we defend Equestria from Havoc, Equestria should focus most of its efforts to defend the Crystal Empire and countering the Scourge. Now, give me your part Charming.”
Charming nodded and began to explain his situation “We made defensive lines around the Crystal Empire and the frontier reports being attacked at several different times, each wave being bigger. At this rate, we’ll need support from you guys.”
“So we decided to send reinforcements to the Frontier. A large group of Ponylorians have made it to the frontier to lend support. Brutalight had send three-fours of the Grand Phantom Army to the Crystal Empire. The Frontier reports that there are no more problems but we feel it is a matter of time before they return with a bigger army.” Chrysalis added.
“Alright.”
Charming said “By the way, the Wedding was postpone due to the Scourge attacks. I’m heading to the frontier in some time from now to help fight against the enemy.”
“I wish you luck brother. We will discuss later, no doubt. May the Force be with you all.”
The hologram ended and both me and Rainbow began to walk to bed. Twilight got up, said ‘goodnight’ to us, and left to her cabin. When me and Rainbow went into our bedroom, we see a certain unicorn-Vampony in the bed.
Trixie greeted with a sultry look “Hello Danny and Rainbow. I was hoping of asking something.”
“And what would that be?”
Trixie closed the door and put an anti-sound bubble around the room, preventing others from the outside to hear us. She came up to me and kissed me. When she finished, she was smiling sexy-like.
Trixie finished “Are you willing to have sex with both me and Rainbow for the night?”
Rainbow smiled at this new development. She, like Trixie, knew the Equestrian Laws. So, they knew I could have three mates and Rainbow was already one. Looks like Trixie wanted to be one as well, and I didn’t object to that. I smirked at the challenge and nodded, making them smile even more .
Author's Note
That is the end of this chapter and now Danny has two mates; Rainbow and Trixie. Who will the last one be?
Phantom War VII: Revenge of Havoc
The next day…
I woke up in my bed; see Rainbow and Trixie cuddled up with me. I smiled and waited for a few minutes before they began to wake up. When they did, I looked down on them and smiled.
“Hello ladies. Did you love the night?”
They nodded. Trixie had the expression like she just came out of the most wonderful dream in her life. Rainbow was similar and I mentally smirked, still seeing that I had not lost my touch. We began to get up and took a shower together. When we finished, we began to put on clothes. Trixie wore something similar to the Dark Apprentice’s outfit . Rainbow wore militia armor and I wore my Darth Revan armor, but without the hood and mask. We went outside and see a large battalion of Vamponies and we see Twilight among them. She was wearing her newly made armor that I crafted for her and the other vamponies wore armor similar the Skyrim Vampire armor. But the color of each armor was a rank in the army. The black armor made them out to be soldiers who specializes in melee and close combat. The Grey armor made them out to be mages who specializes in lightning magic and their traditional Vampiric Drain. And those who wore red armor were battle mages who specialized in both melee and close combat along with their magical skills of Vampiric Drain. Our battalion armor was 600, not counting Twilight. There were an equal number of 200 for each warrior, mage, and battle mage. I got on the stage and looked down to the group.
“My fellow brethren; I called you all here because an ancient enemy of ours has returned. Havoc the Unholy has awoke from his imprisonment in Tartarus!” The was a lot of growls in the crowd. The name of their ancient enemy was, indeed, still fresh in their memory. “But this time, we will bring an end to him. Forever!” There was a bunch of cheering “To secure our victory, we must make sure he receives NO reinforcements to break him out of the pit of chaos! To achieve this, I have called forth you all to help me make sure he doesn’t! Our scouts have reported that his unholy spells, the Reanimation Spell, has spread all across Equestria. Now, the souls of the dead are now bounded to his will until Havoc is defeated once again! Ghouls under his command are running amok under his control. We have to slaughter them like the dogs they are until there is no more left to come to the Unholy Tyrant’s beckoning call!” They all cheered; including Twilight, Trixie, and Rainbow. “You all know your squads! Group up and spread across Equestria, leave no signs of Havoc’s so called ‘army’!”
The vamponies cheered and grouped up. Once they grouped up, they went to a MAAT (The new gunships created by the Phantom Consortium), and took off, looking for Havoc’s undead army.
When there was one MAAT left, I grouped up with my group. There was Trixie, Rainbow, me, Twilight, and six troops left; 2 warriors, 2 mages, and 2 Battle Mages.
“Alright, let’s go hunt down some Ghouls and Lichs.”
They nodded and we went to the gunship. I was the pilot, my two gunners were both battle mages. We took off, out of the shield, and went to search the land of Equestria.
Five minutes later…
Twilight replied “I still can’t believe that you are Danny’s new apprentice. What happened to Brutwilight Sharple?”
“She completed her training but unlike Dusk, she took off to rejoin Team Insanity, leaving Danny like it was nothing. So, when Charming was training Moondancer, I was left with no one. But then, it was Danny who found me and began to train me as his new apprentice. While my training is almost complete, when I became one of his mates, I vowed to never leave him like Sharple did.” Trixie explained to Twilight with a smile.
Twilight replied “I see… Well, good luck then, Trixie. I’ll bet Danny is very happy to have you by his side.”
Rainbow asked “Hey Twilight, are you feeling lonely without Charming to hold and protect you?”
Twilight looks down to the ground and sighs.
Twilight began to say “When I married Charming, I felt so ready for anything but there were times when I felt like I was holding him back. I felt like I was always the damsel in need for his help and there was nothing I could do to help him. To be perfectly honest… I felt weak and pathetic to help Charming.” Then she looked up to them and smiled “But when I became a Vampony Lord by complete accident, I began to think that it was destiny was granting my long waited wish to actually grow strong and powerful. So strong and powerful that I could protect and help Charming in his battles.”
They smiled warmly and I, who had recorded the whole speech, took the recording and placed it on a disk. I began to receive a transmission and opened it, revealing Charming.
“What’s up brother?”
Charming replied “I’m at the frontier at the Crystal Empire, we’ve spotted a large battalion of 700 Scourge Troops coming this way. We could use some tactical information.”
“The horrifying Undead army, called the Scourge, consists of thousands of walking corpses, disembodied spirits, damned mortal ponies and insidious extra-dimensional entities. The Scourge was created by the Burning Legion for the sole purpose of sowing terror across the world in anticipation of the Legion's inevitable invasion. The Undead was formally ruled by Ner'zhul, the Lich King, who lords over the icy realm of Northrend from his frozen throne. Ner'zhul commanded the terrible plague of undeath, which he sends ever southward into Lordaeron. As the plague encroaches on the southlands, more and more ponies fall prey to Ner'zhul's mental control and life-draining sickness every day. In this way, Ner'zhul has swelled the ranks of the already considerable Scourge. The Undead employ necromantic magics and the elemental powers of the cold north against their enemies. That is what the way; before Arthas took control and Ner’zhul became Arthas’s adviser. I’ll have to look it up later.”
“Do you know their forces?” Charming asked.
“I have some files of them. Give me the images.”
A group of undead bio scanned figures appeared. There was the Ghoul, Crypt Fiend, Meat Wagon, Abomination, Obsidian Statue, and Necromancer.
Charming asked “Well?”
“Alright. I’ll tell you all about them. First is the Ghoul.”
“Ghouls are the basic warriors of the Undead Scourge. These lumbering, rotting corpses were once Zombies that have made the final transition into true 'undeath'. Ghouls have great stamina and revel in combat with living beings. Ghouls are ravenous cannibals who can regenerate their wounds by eating the flesh of fallen warriors.”
Charming had the look like he was going to barf “Oh Celestia… That is just sickening…”
“Next is the Crypt Fiend. Crypt Fiends are large, mummified creatures who appear to be a genetic cross between minotaurs and spiders. Their lower bodies are supported by six spindly arachnid limbs and their heavily bandaged torsos are minotaur in form, without horns though. The cunning Crypt Fiends were once the lords of the ancient spider kingdom of Azjol-Nerub that spanned the entirety of Northrend in ancient times. However, the Crypt Fiends' power base was destroyed by the Lich King, Ner'zhul, when he and his undead Scourge took control of the frozen continent. Now the Crypt Fiends command their spider underlings in the name of their master, Ner'zhul. These aberrant creatures are capable of summoning swarms of vile insects and projecting web-like strands to incapacitate and harm their enemies.”
Charming groaned “Oh great, spiders… why does it have to be spiders?”
“That is the least of your worries. One of the strangest and most dire tools utilized by the undead Scourge is the dreaded Meat Wagon. This rickety contraption is used to collect and store recently slain corpses from the field of battle. At any time, corpses can be pulled from the Meat Wagon and raised into undead warriors. The Meat Wagon can also 'fling' diseased corpses at enemy units by use of a crude catapult device. An invaluable support vehicle for the Scourge, the Meat Wagon strikes fear and woe into the hearts of even the most resolute defenders. Also, they make wonderful siege tanks against buildings and bases.”
“Wow… so we were to be hit by diseased corpses. That is not the most terrifying thing I have seen yet.” Charming said.
“That is not it yet. The twisted, mutilated bodies of the Abominations are comprised of multiple dead limbs and body parts from various corpses. These enormous warriors love to carve flesh and tear their enemies apart. The slow moving and slow-witted Abominations constantly drip blood behind them and smell like a disease ridden slaughterhouse. They carry large cleavers into combat and wield various sickle-bladed hooks on their disproportionate limbs.”
That sent a shiver down Charming’s spine.
Charming replied, sounding at the edge of barfing “Even more sickening… the Scourge are so ruthless.”
“Fortified statue that can regenerate the health and mana of nearby friendly units. Can research Destroyer Form. Believed to be gifts granted by Ner'zhul, the Obsidian Statues are often used as figureheads at the forefront of many Undead armies, inspiring awe and fear in the enemy ranks. Nothing can prepare the enemy for what this unfathomable statue could become. Attacks land and air forces. And to add to it is it’s Destroyer form. Large flying creature that must consume magic to sustain its mana. Breaking free of the obsidian stone that holds them, these monstrous creatures roar into battle, swallowing magic to feed their insatiable hunger as they move between battles and rain destruction down upon their foes. Has Spell Immunity. Attacks land and air units. In this form, the Destroyer works very well against Spell Casters like Unicorns.”
Charming rolled his eyes “Oh great, an enemy with anti-spell caster creatures that can act like Tirek…”
“And the last one is the one that normally turns the tide of the battle; The Necromancer. Though they retained their Ponity after making a pact with death, Necromancers became the most terrifying agents of the Scourge. These dark, insidious ponies were once thought to be aspiring geniuses by the Magocracy of Equestria. However, their insatiable lust to delve into the secrets of the dark arts drove them to forsake their very souls. Ner'zhul, the Lich King, granted these malevolent sorcerers true power over the dead in exchange for their loyalty and obedience. The shadowy Necromancers have the power to command various types of Undead and even spread the foul undead plague as well. They have the ability to raise the dead into Skeleton Warriors and Mages.”
“You are right; they are the turning point of a battle.” Charming nodded, understanding their role.
“Yes, but each army has a commander. So there has to be a commander of this battalion.”
That was when I see a pony appear on the transmission.
Pony Soldier saluted to Charming and reported “My King, we have spotted a leader. He looks like a skeleton-looking earth pony.”
The image was put on the screen and I could see it.
“Oh yes, A Death Knight.”
Charming looked at me “You know anything about these ‘Death Knights’?”
“Death Knights were once virtuous defenders of Ponity. However, once the Paladin ranks were disbanded by the failing Alliance, many of these holy warriors traveled to the quarantined lands to ease the suffering of those left within the plague-ridden colonies. Though the Paladins were immune to disease of any kind, they were persecuted by the general populace who believed that they had been infected by the foul plague. A small band of Paladins, embittered by society's cruelty, traveled north to find the plague's source. These renegade Paladins succumbed to bitter hatred over the course of their grueling quest. When they finally reached Ner'zhul's icy fortress in Northrend they had become dark and brooding. The Lich King offered them untold power in exchange for their services and loyalty. The weary, vengeful warriors accepted his dark pact, and although they retained their ponity, their twisted souls were bound to his evil will for all time. Bestowed with black, vampiric Runeblades, Death Knights serve as the Scourge's mightiest generals.”
Charming put a hoof on his chin and began to think “So, Arthas is using Death Knights to lead his armies.”
“He has about only three Death Knights left, as were the others were murdered back during the Battle of the Frozen Throne. To the appearance of this one, I would guess his name is Lord Darkhallow.”
Charming asked “Anything should I know about him?”
“He was a Paladin formerly known as Malak the Avenger. Malak was a war hero back then and when his final battle came, instead of killing him, Arthas; who was a Death Knight back then, turned him into a Death Knight as well. His new name; Lord Darkhallow, and his new legion was well famous for slaughtering bases. During the Battle of the Frozen Throne, most of his legion was wiped out by Celestia’s army and the Alliance’s remnants. No doubt he went into hiding with some other Death Knights and waited for their master to return. Now, when the newly Lich King Arthas, he and the survivors came out of hiding and returned to their master’s side. Darkhallow was well known for leading assaults. His favorites the Abominations as his warriors so his legion was known for destroying enemy legions.”
“So, he prefers to lead assaults with his army…” Charming said his thoughts outloud.
“That’s not all. The Runeblades act like a Lightsaber, so it won’t be easy to defeat him. All of the Death Knights have a common powers and abilities. The first one is known as “Death Coil”. This attack is able to heal undead and can kill severely damaged living. The next one is known as “Death Pact”. It heals the Death Knight while giving him a buff in his strength but at the cost of an undead creature. The more powerful the creature, the better heal and strength the Death Knight gets. The next one is known as “Unholy Aura”. This aura can increase speed and regeneration for both the Death Knight and his nearby undead minions. And finally, a Death Knight’s ultimate power, “Animate Dead”. This power raises six dead bodies. The power raises up the most powerful body. Also, this power makes the animated body invulnerable. So, it’s useless to fight them. The best course of action is to run, since this power does have a time limit.”
Charming nodded.
Charming replied with a smile “Thanks for the information brother. I’m glad to have you as my brother.”
I nodded and smiled.
“See you later. Oh, and I’ll have to give you something.”
Before Charming could ask what it was, I ended the transmission. I began to receive dark magic sources and knew it was Havoc’s spell in work again. I alter course in hopes of intercepting that force before it can go anywhere.
Author's Note
I do hope you like my chapter. It took some thought to get into what it is now.
Phantom War VII: Revenge of Havoc
I was flying the ship into a nearby woods and landed. When the ship landed, the gunship doors opened and I got out of the pilot’s seat. We grouped up and began to walk to the nearby graveyard. We see a squad of 9 ghouls and I see one lich.
Trixie whispered to us “There are a good amount of ghouls there.”
“Alright, let’s get ready to fight.”
Everyone nodded. The mages position in the trees. The warriors and Battle Mages were in the bushes. Me, Trixie, Rainbow, and Twilight were ahead of the battle group. When I signal for the attack, the mages fired a fireball spell at the enemy. When the fireballs hit them, it killed a few ghouls. Me and Twilight ran out of the bushes. Twilight, wielding Moon, and I, wielding the Dark Star Saber, were targeting approaching ghouls. When we got into fighting range, Twilight swing her scythe at them, cutting three in half. I slashed down at the Lich, cutting off his front hooves. Trixie and Rainbow came out next. Rainbow pulled out her Vibrosword and cut two down. Trixie pulled out two Vibroswords and killed the remaining Ghouls. When the other got out, they were slightly disappointed.
“Don’t worry; this was only a scout team.”
“Really?” Twilight asked.
“Yeah. The real fight is just ahead of us.”
They nodded and we began to run towards the graveyard.
We arrived after five minutes of running. We looked at the graveyard, seeing a large force of Ghouls and I could see 2 or 3 Lichs, raising new ghouls.
“That is quite a lot." Rainbow stated, "Should we call for reinforcements?”
“Nay, we can handle it.”
Trixie and Twilight looked at me.
Trixie replied to my answer “Are you sure? I counted about 60 ghouls. I think this is out of our league.”
“Agreed. Maybe we should pull back and call for reinforcements.” Twilight agreed.
“Come on. Where is your thrill in danger? And Twilight, this would be a true test to see if you are happy living the life of a Vampony.”
Twilight looked down and began to think. True, she wanted to prove herself now. Half of her wanted to do this, fight against the odds and to prove that she was capable in handling her own. But the other half, her weaker half, wanted to go and call reinforcements. In the end, the vampony side won.
Twilight sigh and replied “Alright, I’m with you.”
Trixie shrugged “Alright, I’ll follow. Besides, I’ve been dying to test my skills now.”
“Might as well go to back you guys up.” Rainbow nodded.
I smiled we looked at the enemy force. We followed the plan from before. The Mages fired fireballs at the enemy force, killing off a small group of them. They looked our way and both me and Twilight came out, weapons drawn. The Ghouls began to make their charge. Twilight coaxed her scythe with black fire and she slashed at 20 ghouls, igniting them on fire and having them cut in half. Using my Dark Star Saber, I slashed forward, sending a wave of dark energy to blow back 15 and I went for a Lich. I cut that Lich in half and began to cut down some ghouls. Rainbow and Trixie pulled out their Vibroswords and began to cut some down. Battle Mages came out of the bushes and fired several Vampiric Drain spells at the Ghouls while cutting down some of their own. Warriors charged down, their weapons drawn, and cut down a couple. The Mages fired Lightning Bolt spells at the ghouls from a range. This was, indeed, a blood bath. At the end of the battle, all of the ghouls and liches were dead. None of us got injured due to our carefulness. Then I heard Twilight cheer like she has never felt so alive.
Twilight shouted with joy “This must be the best time of my vampony life on the battlefield!”
I smiled warmly to her.
“Indeed. This is, indeed, a grand day for us.” However, before anyone else could reply, we began to hear some flapping nearby. We looked and see a skeleton-looking dragon. “A Wraith!? Really!?! He’s already that far!! And an bucking adult too!”
Trixie said with a grim look “Well… it was nice knowing you all.”
However, Twilight had other plans. I understood what she wanted to do and both of us charged at the Wraith. He shot its ice breath attack at us but I deflected it with my Dark Star Saber. Twilight got in close and slashed several times at the Wraith, cutting it down. And to end it all off, I charged at it and cut it clean in half, both sides of the wraith fell to the ground. When the wraith died, we began to cheer. Surviving a wraith was NOT an easy task, that was for certain. To celebrate our victory, we began to return to Blood Village to get some Vampire Wine.
Meanwhile in Tartarus…
Mephiles was sitting on his throne. He was studying the status of the war between the Equestrian Empire and the Scourge. As predicted, the Scourge lost due to advance technology but the Equestrian Empire took heavy losses. He heard the door open and he looked up, see Tirek coming in.
Tirek asked “Well, master?”
Mephiles replied “While I’m glad that Arthas and Havoc are causing chaos, but Charming and Danny have come up with a solution. Normally, I would hate this but this shows me… interest.”
“Who?” Tirek asked.
Mephiles replied “Danny… He is not only extremely powerful, but his connection to the Dark side… it is remarkable that he hasn’t lost himself inside the darkness yet.”
Tirek nodded “Indeed. Even Sombra, who was connected to the dark side, lost himself to it. Yet his son, Danny Eclipse, has yet to lose it.”
Mephiles continues to look at Danny.
‘Indeed… he may yet be the perfect tool to take over Equestria and bring down Celestia. Charming is too much into the light side, he won’t fall for my lies. However, I sense that Danny has a hidden tension towards Charming. While Danny is confident that Charming would never hurt him, he still has that hidden tension that no one can sense.’ Mephiles stated in his thoughts and he would grin like a maniac if he had a mouth. ‘He will make the perfect tool. But I need a plan to make him mine.’ He looks up to Tirek “Leave. I have business to attend to.”
Tirek nodded and left the chambers. Mephiles seals the door and he began to turn into a shadow…
Meanwhile at the Ebon Hold…
Arthas was angry. Not only did Darkhallow fail him but he dare returns! His adviser, Kel'thuzad, had returned to him after eight hundred years. Lord Darkhallow was escorted in by his two fellow death knight survivors; Baron Bloodbane and Duke Dreadmoore. Kel’thuzad, along with an old friend of his; Anub'arak the Crypt Lord, came.
Arthas shouted with rage and hatred “Give me one good reason why I shouldn’t kill you where you stand, Darkhallow!”
Darkhallow looked to the ground, he was clearly nervous “My King, they had advance technology. They had a military leader who knew all of our forces and what their role was. He had the advantage in knowledge! While the assault was unsuccessful, it did strike a crippling blow to our enemy’s defenses.”
Kel’thuzad asked, not believing the story “How is it possible that their leader knew everything about the Scourge when we have been gone for eight hundred years?”
“Because they have The Chronicler on their side…”
They all turned and see a Dread Lord standing in the shadows. The Dread Lord’s main color was Dark Grey and his eyes were soulless black with green eyes.
Arthas was surprised by the appearance of the Dread Lord “What the… who are you!? How did you get aboard my fortress undetected!?”
“Calm yourself, Lich King. My name is Fearoth, one of the last Dread Lords that walk this planet. I have lived under disguise among the populace. I have information that might intrigue you.” The Demon named Fearoth replied with calmness.
Arthas snorted with disbelief “What value of this information would this be?”
Fearoth chuckled, which sounded like a echoing dark chuckle “Very important to know that you have two older cousins.”
That got their attention. Arthas turned to Fearoth, curious about this information.
“Keep talking demon.” Arthas ordered.
Fearoth chuckled again “Their names are Charming Thunder and Danny Eclipse. While Danny is the Son of Princess Luna and King Sombra, Charming is the Son of Queen Amidala and King Sombra. Charming is your cousin-in-law, considering that both Danny and Charming have the same father and were born on the same day at the same time. Lord Darkhallow had encounter Charming Thunder, the leader and King of Harmony.”
Arthas looked at Darkhallow then his gaze went to Fearoth again.
Arthas asked “Why tell me this?”
Fearoth replied “Let’s just say that many of my plans to bring Equestria into ruin were foiled by Charming and his friends. I have little love for such a stallion to do something like this.”
Arthas nodded, accepting the reason.
Meanwhile in Tartarus, in a mediation room located in Mephiles' underground fortress...
A unicorn who wore white robes was sitting in a mediation position. His entire right hoof was replaced with a robotic hoof. His had a mask on, mostly. The upper left side was still flesh. He had his eyes closed, mediating but then stopped when he senses something.
"I welcome you, Lady Ventress. What is it that you want?" The stallion said to the presence.
Suddenly, a centaur that looked identical to Tirek came out. The only difference that was there was she was the same height as Princess Celestia and had markings on her arms. She looked like a female version of Tirek but she had two lightsabers.
Ventress commented "Well done in detecting me so easily, Arcann."
"What do you want?" Arcann replied.
Ventress said "You know that Mephiles is just using us. Why not rebel and join Charming?"
Arcann replied "I told you that my loyalties are tied to Master Mephiles. But I agree with you. We will act in the future but for now, we go with the flow."
Ventress nodded and left into the shadows.
Author's Note
I hope you liked it. But it is not over yet...
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Phantom War VII: Revenge of Havoc
Sonata’s Request and Discord’s Rival Returns
3 days later…
I was mediating in my personal training room. For the last three days, my army has been training while half of it was fighting Havoc’s troops. There have been a lot of Ghouls, some lichs, and even sightings of wraiths. But something else has been bothering me. I’ve been receiving sudden presences of darkness everywhere. It felt like I was being watched in the shadows and everytime I turned to the source, it disappeared the moment I begin to turn. It made me uneasy ever since I felt it. But that’s not all; I was looking through the family tree. I had learned two things; Twivine really was my sister and Twilight was my sister. But I looked into her memories and saw a firewall in that memory in her memories. I began to wonder why someone would do that. I would have to look at it later. For now; I must focus on the task at hand. I was interrupted when I heard a beeping sound.
“Computer; open transmission.” I opened my eyes and the holo-transmission. It was Sonata Dusk and she looked alone. “Hello, dear Sonata. Whatever is the trouble?”
Sonata shook her head “No trouble, just a few request.”
“Oh? And what would that be?”
“I’ll say them later. But can you please visit me at my home.” Sonata replied.
I nodded, wondering what Sonata would want to talk about in private. I ended the transmission and went to the Soulless One. I took off; heading towards Ponyville, where Sonata lived in.
Later…
I arrived and I landed on the ground. I got out and walked towards Sonata’s home door. I knocked on it.
“Hey Sonata; it’s me.”
I hear some noise behind the door and then, I see it open; revealing Sonata.
Sonata greeted with a hoof shake and a smile “Ah Danny, come with me.”
She walked out of the house and closed the door. I began to walk with her as we go into the Everfree Forest.
“So you are probably wondering why I called you here.” Sonata asked, breaking the silence while we have been walking for a few minutes.
“Indeed. It has been troubling me lately.”
Sonata replied “Well, I wanted to both show you something AND ask something from you.”
We came into an opening inside the dark forest and I halted and gasped. There, in a dark forest like this, was an open meadow of flowers. The sight alone was so very beautiful.
“Whoa…” I said in awe.
Sonata smiled with happiness when she sees my amazement. She continues to walk and I followed her.
Sonata replied “Like this place? I found it not that long ago. The weather in the place rains on this place and stuff, so these flowers are being cared for every day. I began to think of this place as a good honey moon spot.”
I continue to look at this place. It was beautiful but what caught my eye most was Sonata herself. The flower pedals flying all around us made her look absolutely attracting and beautiful. She looked at me, the sun shining on her wonderful eyes. She smiled and it made the view even more wonderful.
“Sonata… you’re beautiful, you know that, right?”
I see Sonata blushing red when she heard that.
“Thank you… Danny.” Sonata whispered to me.
I smiled back at her. I could feel myself blushing and I put my hoof around her. She looks at me and we locked eyes. We began to move our heads closer until we locked into a kiss. Everything around us, we just ignored. When we finished, we pulled away, our foreheads meeting each other softly. We were panting and I began to realize that we had not only kissed, but I was in love with Sonata. Sonata realized this as well, which we didn’t care much.
“Oh Sonata…”
Sonata put her hoof on my mouth “Shhh…” She began to drag me into the center of the place, which made our area even more wonderful. “The request I mentioned earlier was this. Danny… Can I be your third and final mate…?”
I smiled warmly and I kissed her again. When we finished, I looked deep into her eyes.
“Yes.”
Sonata cheered and I smiled.
Sonata asked “Can I ask one more thing?”
“What is it?”
“Can I be a Vampony like you, Rainbow, and Trixie?” Sonata asked.
I began to think about it and I looked at her.
“Are you absolutely sure? Once you accept the power, there will probably be no way back.”
Sonata nodded and I nodded, acknowledging her. Sonata opened her neck to me and I bite her neck, sucking her blood and injecting my Vampire Venom into her bloodstream. When I finished, I let go and licked her wound, healing it instantly. She smiled until she fell asleep. I teleported us to my room in Blood Village. I laid her on my bed and I left a note saying that she was my third and final mate and she was currently under the transformation of the Vampony. I smiled and teleported back to Ponyville to my ship. Today was the meeting and I went inside and began to fly to the Counsel.
I arrived and landed my ship. I began to travel to the main room and when I arrived, I see most of people here. There were some who were contacting from hologram transmission. I sat in my seat, right next to Rainbow, who was present here.
Celestia said “Alright, now that we are here. Let us proceed with the order.”
Charming turned to me “So, what is the progress with Havoc?”
“We have fought his army everywhere in Equestria. The assault will proceed soon, the other half of my army is almost complete. Also, I think I’m being watched.” I reported back.
Celestia asked, curious “What makes you say that?”
“Every day, I have a tingling sensation running down my spine like a warning. I always turned to meet the source but it suddenly vanishes. And when I turn to leave, the sensation is back.”
“Is it possible that you are being followed by an assassin?” Luna asked
I shook my head 'no' “No, not even an assassin has such marveling skill to avoid my eyes. It isn’t a ghost either because my ghost senses would have gone off.” This seemed to have troubled everyone. I noticed that Discord was here as well, who was seating in his own throne next to Celestia. Suddenly, I felt something dark nearby. I also noticed Discord sensing the trouble as well. “You felt it too Discord?”
Discord nodded and that was when we heard a dark chuckle in the room. We got up and began to look around.
“Hello again, my dear rival Discord… It’s been so long since I last seen you… ” A male voice said.
Discord’s eyes narrowed and we see an Vampony Alicorn appear in the center of the table, looking at Discord.
The Vampony Alicorn had cyan color coat, brown mane and tail along with a small brown beard. His eyes were completely white, no pupils at all. He had a unicorn horn and vampony wings, which were cyan color as well. But what was what caught my attention was his cutie mark. His cutie mark was a fireball and there was only one like it in the world.
“Herobrine! Aspect of Pranks and Trolls and King of the Nether Realm! I had thought you were banished to the Nether and End Realms by Starswirl himself!”
Herobrine turned to me, a smirk on his face.
Herobrine replied “It is good to know that I have not yet been forgotten in this world. I had originally thought that Starswirl would not record any record of me in the history books.”
“Actually, I’m The Chronicler. You have not been recorded in Equestrian History, but in my books, you have been.”
The title alone made Discord and Herobrine gasp in shock.
Discord replied in complete shock “Danny… you’re the Chronicler!?”
“What is the Chronicler?” Twilight asked, not knowing why the name was so important.
Celestia agreed “I, myself, am wondering the same thing.”
Herobrine looked at them before explaining “You see, there are many aspects. Celestia is, unknowingly, the Aspect of the Light. Luna is the Aspect of the Night. Cadence is the Aspect of Love. Discord is the Aspect of Chaos. Sombra was the Aspect of Shadow, until he died. Twilight is the Aspect of Magic. Charming is the Aspect of Harmony. I am the Aspect of Pranks and/or Trolling. The Chronicler is the supposed Aspect of Knowledge. Mephiles is the Aspect of Darkness. And to end it all off; Lilith is the Aspect of Lust. Also, Danny is also supposed to be the Aspect of Insanity but being two Aspect at once is sometime rare. ”
There were a series of gasps around the table. I sigh, knowing that this had the happen now of all times.
Charming shouted in surprise and shocked “So…we have been Aspects without even knowing it!”
“Actually Charming; when you were revived by the Elements of Harmony, it acknowledge you AS the Aspect of Harmony. So, you became an Aspect like me not that long ago. But to truly become an Aspect, we still must pass the third and final trial. Our father never achieved that, since he was driven into evil. He never became a full Aspect so he wasn’t as powerful as Celestia or Luna.” I began to get up “Well, this has been interesting and everything but I must really get going.”
They looked at me and Rainbow nodded. We began to leave, Twilight followed us. Everything became quiet when the three of us left. It felt like an hour or two when it was only five minutes when Herobrine broke the silence.
Herobrine said “Well… this just got awkward now… ”
“How is Lilith lately?” Discord asked.
Herobrine looked at him and replied “Just fine, actually. I heard you and Fluttershy are getting along well. ”
Discord pointed out with a sigh of disappointment “Actually, we broke up when Dark Fluttershy began to be aggressive to me. So, Masquerade and Fluttershy are together again.”
Everyone around was shocked.
Author's Note
And that is it... so far. I'm thinking of adding some others but not just yet.
Phantom War VII: Revenge of Havoc
10 years later than present day…
In a place known as Ponyville, there were ruins everywhere. Houses destroyed, everything was wreck. But Twilight’s Castle was not in its place. However, not that far from Ponyville was a fortress surrounded by a shield. Shield generators were all over the place. Suddenly, an Alicorn began to fly up to one of the shield generators. This Alicorn was lavender coat with purple mane and tail. Her eyes were bright yellow, like the sun. Her cutie mark was flames and she flew up to the first of many shield generators. When she arrived, she checked the panel of it and it was 100% working with no problems. She went to her holo-communicator and activated it, revealing Light Sparkle on the link.
Light greeted with a smile “Ah, Blaze. Report.”
Blaze reported “Shield Generator 1 is fully operational. No problems whatso-“ Suddenly, the hologram of Light began to static. “Light? What’s going on-“
Suddenly, a new figure appeared on the holo-communicator. It was a hooded figure.
“Hello Blaze.” The Hooded Figure greeted.
Blaze eyes narrowed “You! I don’t care how powerful you are freak, you can’t break through the shields!”
“That is where you are wrong…” The hooded pony replied.
Suddenly, there were three shadows. Blaze looked up and see three bombers carrying a big bomb and they dropped it right on top of the shield. The bomb went off and began to cause static electricity at the top and began to spread around the shield. Blaze took off, away from the shield generator. Suddenly, all the generators shut down and the shield went offline. The red alert sounded out and bunkers began to deploy, civilians heading inside. Soldiers began to take position. Blaze, however, was hit behind and she crashed into the ground. She got up and looked up, see a blue blur landing in front of her. The stallion had light blue coat, blue mane and tail, and had blood red eyes. The stallion was a Pegasus and his cutie mark was a lightning bolt with a gust of wind in front of it. Around the Stallions’ neck was a medallion with an Seeker Symbol that was colored purple.
Blaze said in a cold tone “Sonic…”
Sonic greeted back with a smirk “Hello little cousin. Ready for another round of fighting because I am!”
Sonic charged at Blaze, firing a wave of razor sharp wind at her. Blaze blocked it with a fire wall and began to run. When Sonic was about to get Blaze, he was pushed back by a white unicorn. Sonic looked at the unicorn before smirking. The Unicorn had a pure white coat, weird white mane and tail, blood red eyes, and had a mane collar around his neck, and his cutie mark was a weird teal symbol.
“Get going Blaze, I’ll hold him off.” The Unicorn advised.
Sonic replied “Hold me off? Hahaha! Don’t make me laugh Silver! Even if you are a Vampony like me, I’m a Vampony Lord and you are just a normal Vampony. A difference between blood lines!”
Silver didn’t return the comment. Blaze nodded and began to fly away again. It didn’t take her long to arrive at the HQ. When she went inside the main room, she sees Light Sparkle and some other soldiers.
Blaze said “Princess Light, Sonic is here. That means HE can’t be far behind. What are we going to do? What are we going-”
Suddenly, the cold began to creep into the room. The two looked at the source, seeing a black hooded pony walking in. A medium size laser pointer beaming red was leaving the cowl and hitting the floor.
“Grandpa…” Light said with terror-filled eyes.
The cowl came down, revealing a familiar black stallion with white mane hair. But his right eye was green and his iris was blood red and slit, like Sombra’s. Black smoke left that eye. On his left eye was a mechanical eye, the eyepiece was similar to Derpigun’s eyepiece and it letting up out a medium size laser pointer. The stallion grinned with evil.
Blaze added “Danny Eclipse…”
Danny replied “Hello Blaze and Light. You know my name is now Cyber Eclipse, yet you keep calling me by my old name.”
The medallion of the Decepticon Symbol came out of the cloak, shining brightly.
Light shouted, no longer scared “You may have changed your name; but you will always be remembered as Danny!”
Cyber aimed his left hoof at them and fired a super ghost ray, causing the place to explode.
Meanwhile in Present Day…
It had been a week since the meeting. When Sonata had finished becoming a Vampony, we had some fun afterwards. I was looking around the grass terrain, seeing some burn marks on the ground. Suddenly, I heard hoof steps and looked; seeing Twilight and Rainbow walking over to me. I smiled and welcomed them. However; before I could talk to them, I felt something happening. A time portal was opening right on top of us. I looked up to it and see the portal beginning to suck us in.
I slowly began to wake up and I see ruins. I get up in shock, seeing the ruin town to be Ponyville. I heard groaning and I looked. I see Rainbow, Twilight, and my brother; Charming. He got up and looked at me. I smiled and helped him up. When the others got up, they see what I was seeing.
Charming asked “What happened and what was with that vortex earlier?”
“That was a time portal. How it opened was beyond me. One opened above me and the girls.”
“Did anypony get the number on the portal?” Rainbow asked with sarcasm.
Me and Charming chuckled at the sarcasm. We began to look around, frowning and having sad expressions on our face.
Twilight asked “What happened to this place?”
Charming added “This is the future of Equestria? What happened?”
Before anyone could reply, I felt myself being stiffed against my will.
“What the-“
“Ah ha! Got you!” A voice cried out in victory.
We looked and see Silver coming out of the corner of a building.
“Who are you?”
“Don’t act like you don’t remember me; not after what you did to my parents, monster!” Silver shouted with hatred.
Charming shouted “Wait!”
Charming got in the way and Silver’s eyes widen with shock and surprise.
Silver stuttered “C-Charming Thunder? But how!? You’re dead!”
“Wait, dead?” Charming asked.
Rainbow added “How is Charming dead?”
Silver looked at them, beginning to step back a few steps.
Silver said “This isn’t possible… Twilight and Rainbow…”
“Are we dead too?” Twilight asked for confirm.
Silver shook his head “No… but you two are the enemy.”
Rainbow asked “How did all of this happen?”
Silver answered “My mom told me that Canterlot was attack 10 years ago. During the attack, Twilight and Rainbow along with Shining Armor toke over Canterlot Castle and both Charming and Danny fighting against each other and the roof collapsed on Charming that was caused and…” He glared at me, hatred in his eyes. His horn ignited brighter and began to charge an attack “And it was all your fault!!”
Before Silver could attack, a green energy wave knocked him away. We looked at the source, seeing… me!? But with the new appearance.
"Actually, that was me." The Future Danny said as looks at Danny "And you," He smirks "Eventually." He lands down to the ground, I was freed from the control of Silver. “Well, well, well. Charming Thunder, it’s been a while. 10 years to be accurate… So, what do I own this blast from the past?”
Charming replied “We were sent here for some off reason…”
I go to Charming’s side. Suddenly, my medallion began to glow as I see Cyber’s medallion glow.
"It seems that seeing each other here and our medallions may have caused some confusion between the past and future Unicron.”
Cyber replied “While you may be from the past, I’m going to finish what I started 10 years ago.” Suddenly, we see a blue blur coming towards us and we see it stop next to Cyber. Cyber used his telekinesis to hold the four of us in place. “You know, if I an ounce of ponity left in me this would be a very touching little reunion, Charming.” Twilight and Rainbow looked at each other then back at Cyber. “But of course I surrendered my pony half a long time ago…”
Before Cyber could do anything else, he was blasted back with a beam of magic. We were freed and we looked, seeing an future Light Sparkle, who looked ageless. With her was Blaze and Silver. We rushed over to them and we see Sonic going to Cyber, helping him up.
Light asked “Dad? How are you here?”
Charming replied “We are from the past send here for some reason. What’s going on!?”
Blaze greeted “Allow me to introduce myself; I am Princess Blaze, daughter of Princess Celestia.”
Silver greeted as well “And sorry about before… My name is Silver, son of Shadow and Pinkie Pie.”
“Ah ha! Knew it! That is 50 bits for me Charming!”
Twilight and Rainbow had a confused look while Charming groan. We see Cyber and Sonic getting up.
Cyber said “Oh yes, I remember that bet. Me and Charming betted that Shadow and Pinkie would get married and have a child.”
“Is that who I think it is Light?”
Light nodded “Yep; the blue one is your son Danny, just older.”
“That’s Sonic!?” Rainbow shouted with shock.
Sonic replied with a smile “Indeed.”
Suddenly, we see Shining Armor , a new looking Twilight , Applejack , and Rainbow Dash arriving to Cyber and Sonic.
“Ok, why is the future Twilight looking like that? She looks like Nightmare Moon. And what happened to the other girls?”
Light explained “It’s her Lunar Form and the others were granted power and darkness by Cyber when they joined him.”
“Lunar Form? When I get that?” Twilight asked.
Lunar Twilight noticed her “Oh; she’s from the past. Probably before the invasion.”
Charming asked “Invasion?”
Cyber warned “Let us not alter time now.”
Lunar Twilight whined to Cyber “But Cyber, I’ve been dying to tell him!”
“…Fine. But don’t say too much.” Cyber said.
Lunar Twilight cheered and returned her gaze to them.
Lunar Twilight shouted “I can’t believe you lied to your friends and family about the secret Charming! You lied to Luna, you lied to your father, you even lied to your brother! You kept the truth from them for too long now! Tell them what happened back in the Lunar Wars! Tell them what you did to the loyalists of the NLR that were your friends!”
“Charming… what is she talking about?”
Charming replied, nervous “I… don’t know what she is talking about.”
Lunar Twilight shook her head in denial “Don’t lie Charming! My past self may not remember but I do! I was the daughter of Luna and sister to Danny! Twivine was my twin sister! But you wanted your precious Twilight and you lied to get it! It sickens me to know such a thing from you!”
Everyone, including Twilight, looked at Charming. He was on the ground, almost heart broken. I shook it off and stepped forward.
“I knew Twilight was my sister.” There were a surprise gasp from Twilight and Charming looked up to me. “I am the Aspect of Knowledge; I knew Twilight was my family five to six hundred years ago. I knew everything from the past to present. I knew about prophecies and more. I was always prepared for the future.”
“Y-You knew?” Lunar Twilight asked in complete shock.
“Yes. I’ve always known. I only thought Charming would release the spell when he was ready to admit it. But seeing this now… it pains me to see the future like this.” I began to cloak myself in my Nightmare Energy from my element. I also created Withered Golden Freddy and Super Sonic (From Five Nights at Sonic’s) “I must do everything in my power to defeat you, even if you are our former friends!”
Sonic shouted “If you think we will go down without a fight, guess again!”
Cyber added “You are in the past, but I am more stronger. I have already unlocked my true powers of being the Aspect of Insanity!”
"Uh oh…”
Cyber’s necklace appeared around his neck. It changed color from green to dark red. Cyber lay down and suddenly, he began to dash away, leaving a series of ‘clicks’. We got into battle positions.
Charming shouted in question “He had Pinkis’ powers!? How!?”
“He’s the Aspect of Insanity. Being the Aspect of the Elements of Insanity, he is granted the powers and abilities of their wielders.”
Suddenly, we see Cyber jumping at us. I created a ghost shield to defend us from the attack. Cyber was pushed back and his jewel color changed from dark red to neon. Suddenly, his ears changed to earbuds and he had a smirk on his face. His right hoof changed to a shotgun and he fired it at us, making us scatter.
Twilight shouted “He switched from Pinkis to Rainbine!”
“Time that we got out of here. I’ll end this quickly!” I inhaled then performed the Ghostly Wail, causing Cyber to be send backwards into a building. I aimed my hoof at a wall and a portal opened. “Like Clockwork, I can control time and use it. We must return to our timeline.”
Twilight and Rainbow had already enter the time portal and me and Charming were about to go when we were stopped by Light.
Light interrupted them “Hey Dad and Grandpa Danny. There is something I want to tell you.”
“What is it?” Charming asked.
Light explained “Before Danny became Cyber, he had worked on a project known as ‘Project Revival’. Danny, you already know how to reanimate the dead, so he did research and managed to bring back an uncorrupt Sombra, Amidala, and Starswirl back to life.”
“I what!?”
Light nodded and smiled. He grabbed my hoof and we went into the portal.
We were in the middle of the time stream gap as I see Charming, Twilight, and Rainbow asleep. I entered my Alicorn form and used a memory block spell on the three.
“This is for the safety of the future. You three must never remember what you had witness, so you will never remember about the vortex. But do not worry; when the crisis is adverted, you will remember everything. For now… let you three forget everything.”
When the spell ended, I sent Charming back to the front lines in the Crystal Empire and I returned the two of us back to the village. They won’t remember anything about the future when they wake up.
Author's Note
I hope you liked this chapter.
Phantom War VII: Revenge of Havoc
Meeting the Covenant Empire
I was mediating. It has been a few days since our encounter to the dark future. I have been thinking about when I should unlock the third and final stage to being the Aspect of Insanity. I was even questioning on how I became evil in the first place. The spell that I placed on Twilight, Rainbow, and Charming was enforced to ensure that if they ever use the memory spell on themselves, it wouldn’t work. And not even alicorn magic couldn’t break the spell. And to even make sure that no one knew they were gone, we had reappeared where we originally at a few seconds ago so there won’t be no differences. It was hard to hide the truth, but it eventually worked. I had been training Trixie and Sonata to the fullest, in hopes of completing and unlocking their true powers of the Vampony. Also, I had noticed that I was now completely immune to Siren’s songs. I guess there was some goodness out of the whole thing. As for the meadow, I have ordered for it to remain untouched by ponies and other species due to its beauty. I had shielded the place as well to make sure that vehicles could not enter the place, you would have to walk in. And the secure it completely, I had enchanted the meadow to unfazed by machines that would destroy it. Trust me when the nobles did not like it when they attempted to destroy the meadow against Celestia’s orders. So they could not claim the meadow and it was remain for those who are trust worthy. They try to break the enchantment but found it impossible since my magic was that of a god. And the Alicorn Goddess agreed and enforced the enchantment. So, the place became like a honeymoon for me, Charming, and the girls.
Oh, and I found out that Celestia was holding a secret. I confronted her about it and she told me the truth. Turns out that she had a secret island that only she and Luna knew about, as well as some certain guards. Cadence and Shining had become aware about the secret enchanted island. So, I told Celestia and mom to let other royal families to use it. So now; me and Charming can use it as well as Chrysalis and Meta. The island was now the royal family getaway from civilization problems. The only thing about this island is that it is used for not just relaxing but for also some… pleasurable measures. Trust me when I told Sonata, Rainbow, and Trixie about the purpose of the island, they were blushing deep red about it. It would also explain why the guards are so loyal and trustworthy to Celestia and Luna…
Anyway; there has been activity near the border of the Zebra Empire, a valley that was consider not important for investigation. Me and the girls were getting into a Sheathipede-class transport shuttle and heading to meet Charming and his fleet of three Star Destroyers. We had arrived to the rally point to meet with Charming. His Super Star Destroyer was leading the fleet while two Star Destroyers were with it. We landed in one of many hanger bays in the Super Star Destroyer. We lowered the landing platform and came off the transport ship. We see a row of Storm Troopers lined up and we see Charming coming over to us. Twilight noticed him and went to hug him. Though I wasn’t surprise when Twilight almost broke his entire body in one bone crushing hug. I healed Charming for any bones that were either out of place or may have broken. When I finished, I chuckled and he began to walk with me.
Charming said to me “I heard that you have mated with Sonata and Trixie. Good for you, brother.”
“Thanks. Though the marriage will have to wait until this war is over.” I remembered something and I pulled out the recorded disc that had Twilight’s confession on it. “Here is the gifted I mentioned before.”
Charming took it with his magic and looked at it, wondering what was on it. He put it in one of the bags he had. We went up to the bridge.
“I wish to inform you that Scorponok did a wonderful job at the Frontier.” Charming mentioned to me.
“Excellent. Also, did you get the news about the getaway island for us?” I asked him with an eyebrow raised.
Charming nodded “Indeed. I must admit it will make a perfect place to relax and get away from royal duties.”
“I agree. Maybe we should consider going together with our girls there after the war? All of this fighting and stuff is really making me blood thirsty and that isn’t a good thing at the moment.”
Charming nodded again “Yeah, I get you there. All of this work really is aching me. We really need a break.”
We began to continue talking to each other.
Later…
We arrived to the coordinates and we took a transport ship down to the surface. When we arrived to the ground, the landing platform lowered and me, Charming, Twilight, Rainbow, Trixie, Sonata, Sunset, and Applejack came down. We began to walk until suddenly, we came into an ambush. Three Zebra Ghosts and one Zebra Wraith came into view. With them were a bunch of alien-looking soldiers. Most carried Needlers or Energy Swords, and a few carried Storm Rifles. Charming and everyone was about to go to their weapons but I held up my hoof, telling them to hold that action. I approached an Elite Covenant and he looked at me before speaking the language that I could understand; Sangheili.
The Covenant Elite demanded “{Who are you intruders!? Why do you cross our land!?}”
I looked at my group. They were all confused, including Charming. I sigh and turned back to him and spoke in the same language.
“{My name is Danny Eclipse, Son of Princess Luna and King Sombra. I am the Aspect of Insanity and The Chronicler, so you already know that I’m able to speak all of the languages in the world; even Sangheili.}” The Covenant Soldiers had a look of surprise as they began to talk amongst themselves. I pointed a hoof to my friends. “{These are my friends. The red one is Charming Thunder, King of Harmony and the Element of Courage. He is my brother, same father. He is also leader of the Equestrian Empire. The cyan one with rainbow hair and tail is one of my mates; Rainbow Dash. She is the Element of Loyalty. The orange one with blonde hair and tail and with the cowgirl hat is Applejack; The Element of Honesty and one of Charming’s mates. The lavender one that looks like an alicorn is Twilight Sparkle; The Princess of Friendship, Element of Magic, and another one of Charming’s mates. The yellow one with the yellow and red hair is Sunset Shimmer; Protégé of Twilight Sparkle and the third mate of Charming Thunder. The light blue or teal one is Trixie Lulamoon; My first apprentice and one of my mates. Finally; the light blue close to white is Sonata Dusk; one of three Sirens, my third mate, and is my second apprentice.}”
Charming asked me, trying to confirm that I could “Danny; you can understand them?”
“Of course; I’m the Chronicler, Aspect and Keeper of Knowledge. I know of all the languages, even alien languages.”
The Covenant Soldiers looked at us then motion us to follow them. We began to follow them.
We were at an alien-looking base and we entered a palace. There, we see an alien warrior sitting on the throne with two Elite Covenant Guards. The one on the throne was an alien wearing black suit. On his waist was an energy sword. The alien looked down to us and I gasped, recognizing him in the books about the Covenant. I kneeled down to him and the others looked at me.
“{King Thel 'Vadam, otherwise known as The Arbiter . We came here in wonder of the activity that our military have detected. To what do I own the pleasure of seeing the king of the Covenant here?}”
Arbiter looked down at me, half surprise, half curious. He got up and looked down to me.
Arbiter asked me in his race's native tongue “{You speak the language of my people? How is that possible?}”
“{He claims to be The Chronicler.}” The Elite Covenant Commander interrupted, answering his question.
Arbiter, now, had a look of surprise on his face. He looked down at me again and began to walk to me. When he was above me, he looked down to me and examined me. He noticed my two lightsabers and my medallion.
Arbiter said “{You intrigue me… Aspect of Knowledge. I did not expect your kind to be here. Tell me; are you powerful and strong?}” I nodded to him “{Then I challenge you to a fight. One on one, challenge in the Arena. I desire to test your skills with a weapon.}”
I looked up to him and got out of my kneeling position.
“{I would be honored, your highness. What are the terms of this duel?}”
“{If you win; we will join you and your army. We will also give you the same technology and more like how we gave them to the Zebra Empire. If I win; you leave and never return. Do you agree, Chronicler?}” Arbiter replied.
I smirked at the challenge.
“Challenge accepted.” I could swear I saw a smile on Arbiter face. “Just wondering though; do you know how to speak Equestrian?”
Arbiter nodded “Yes. I can speak Equestrian, though I have a very hard time speaking it, I can understand you perfectly.”
Before Charming could say anything, I turned to leave and they began to follow. We went out of the throne room.
Charming asked, wanting to know what just happened “What happened in there? What’s going on?”
“I’ve been challenge to a fight and I tend to not lose. I must train now.”
I left them behind to train.
Later, in the Arena…
I was one side, Arbiter was on the other side. We were ready for the fight and I see Charming and my friends in the stand, watching us.
Covenant Announcer declared “{Welcome everyone to the challenge of the year! Our warriors today is King Thel 'Vadam vs. King Danny Eclipse! Who do you think will win? Are the combatants ready for a fight?}” I pulled out my lightsabers and activated them. Arbiter pulled out his energy sword and activated it. “{I take that as a ‘yes’. Now, Fight!!}”
I charged at Arbiter, who did the same. We crossed blades and I held to it. When Arbiter pulled back, he made a quick move to attack underneath. However, I was already on the move. I jumped up and was above his head. I went to slash at him but he already moved and blocked it. When I landed to the ground, I went to the offensive and jumped at him, spinning like a tornado. Arbiter blocked the strikes and pulled back from the melee combat.
Meanwhile on the Stand…
Charming asked “Whoa… where did he learned that?”
Suddenly, the spirits of Yoda, Anakin, Obi Wan, and Qui-Gon appeared besides them. Everyone nearly jumped when they see them.
Obi Wan said in disbelief “That move… Master Yoda, wasn’t that move-“
Yoda nodded “Indeed. Darth Sidious’ lightsaber technique, it is.”
Suddenly, the spirits of Sidious, Starkiller, Dooku, and Revan appeared in front of them in the seats.
“He is, indeed, a powerful sith. While his causes are good, his beliefs are strong, he is a true sith.” Sidious said with pride in his voice.
Anakin demanded “What are you four doing here!?”
Dooku looked at Anakin “Don’t start now; Anakin Skywalker. You have seen that our apprentice, Danny Eclipse, is a true warrior of the ways of the Lightsaber.”
Back in the Arena…
I was panting slightly while Arbiter was panting more than me. I was still holding my position while Arbiter did as well. He was chuckling now, seeing that this fight was, indeed, a challenge. Then, he charged at me again. However, I acted fast and dashed at him. I combined my lightning with my lightsabers and slashed at him, knocking his Energy Sword away. I had him on the ground, my lightsabers at his throat.
“I win.”
Arbiter, on the other hand, had other plans. He punched me, knocking me away. I managed to recover and looked at Arbiter. Arbiter grabbed his Energy Sword and pulled out another Energy Sword, now entering a duel wielding stance.
"I'm not finished yet, young one." Arbiter said.
I smirked and ready myself. We charged again, this time, our weapons clashing at each other. I broke the lock and went to the offensive. I flipped and began to spin like a top in mid-air. When Arbiter blocked the attack, I landed to the ground.
'Man, he's tough... But if I use the attack the combination attack I made, maybe I can turn this tide of the battle to my favor.' I thought.
Arbiter charged at me, hoping to lend a hit on me. I pulled back and kept dodging them. When I see an opening, I used my Master Speed force power and dash up to him. When I was just below him, I kicked him high into the sky and he dropped his energy swords. I got back on all fours and jumped up to him. When I was in front of him, I began to barrage him with punches and kicks. When I finished the attack, I punched him, sending him launching backwards and right into the wall. I landed to the ground, somewhat exhausted. When Arbiter got up from the wall, he looked at me and held his hand up.
Arbiter said "You win Chronicler, you have defeated me in fair combat."
There was a lot of cheering and I began to walk away, smiling.
Author's Note
I hope you like this chapter!
Phantom War VII: Revenge of Havoc
I was walking all around my room, pacing around. Now that the royal families of the alliance knew my secret of being The Legendary Keeper of Knowledge, the Chronicler, they wanted to see where I learned my knowledge from. I was on the roof of my room, pacing around. Due to the fact that I was a Halfa; I could walk on all surfaces (walls, roofs, etc.). Vamponies can’t do it like the legends say they do. Most theories about Vamponies were wrong, but there were a few right. The Lunar Clan, however, is different from many Vamponies. The Lunar Clan are hybrids of both Vamponies, Ghosts, and Ponies. So; we are still in need for blood, we do have reflections, and we have Vampony Abilities and Powers. However, no one does have Ghost Powers. Anyway; I’m going off topic. I was pacing around the roof, not knowing what to think. Then, I hear the door open and I see Charming walking in. He didn’t notice me on the roof.
Charming asked “Now where did my brother go? Did he run?”
“Try looking up, bro.” I advice with a smirk.
He looked around and followed my advice. He was shocked and surprise to see me walking on the roof.
“How did you do that? I thought only Pinkis could be on any surface.” Charming asked.
“I’m a Vampony Halfa; I’m able to walk on any surface due to having ghost powers and abilities.”
I jumped down and landed on all fours like a cat. I got up and began to walk with him to meet the Alliance Royals.
We arrived and I walked to a wall.
“Before we go to my Library; I do have rules. Rule 1#: Do not take any books without my permission, otherwise I will be alerted and I would know who took the book and trust me when I say that I’ll banish you from the Library for eternity.” Twilight gave out a sad sigh, I knew she was planning to take some books without permission. The others nodded and I continued “Rule 2#: Do not take any pictures or anything of the Library and show no one of the knowledge that leaves the Library unless I say you can. The knowledge of the library is sacred and I don’t care if you are my relative; it must remain a secret.” They nodded again “And finally; Rule 3#: Do not use my knowledge for military purpose unless I say you can. Are we in an understand?” They nodded and I smiled. “Excellent. Also, only I can open the gateway to the Chronicler’s Lair, even if you knew the password.” I pointed a hoof at the wall. “Open Sesame!!”
Suddenly, a door opened on the wall. It looked similar to the door used for the Room of Requirements in Harry Potter. I smirked and walked to it, opening it up, revealing a whole new room. I gestured everyone to follow me and they did. Behind them, the door closes and disappears from the real world.
Everyone gasped at the giant library. There were millions of books, an hour glass in the center of the room, and books flying around. I smirked at their awestruck faces.
“Follow me.”
They began to follow me.
Charming said, still awestruck “So this… is where you knew everything. You knew so much and now I know why…”
“Of course. Speaking of which; I know the family tree in our family, everything about Equestria’s history. Speaking of history…”
I clapped my hooves and suddenly, a book that had a golden and black cover on it with a skull and a sun on it came. The title on it said;
The Book of Arthas Solar
I opened it and it revealed the family tree. Princess Celestia and a male Unicorn King was there. The picture had words underneath it that said “King Terenas”.
Celestia said, shedding a few tears of happiness “Even Terenas was recorded…”
“Everypony in the world was recorded, even the great kings and queens, they (Everypony) are all recorded from their birth to the day they disappear completely.”
The book proceeded. It revealed that, indeed, me and Charming were cousins to Arthas. As the book continues, it was reported that Arthas was taught by Uther the Lightbringer, who was status as deceased. The book also reported that he had a girlfriend named Jaina Proudmoore, who is also status as deceased. Then, we came up to a certain point when it stopped.
Luna asked “What is that?”
"When he claimed Frostmourne and started the process.”
“Frostmourne?” Twilight asked.
Celestia growled with anger at the memory of the cursed blade “The blade that Arthas uses that was created by the Lich King…”
“Let’s see it, shall we?”
The book began to glow and suddenly; the environment changed to what looked like a cold winter place. We heard hoof steps and we looked, seeing one pony and one griffin approaching. Celestia began to cry with tears of happiness.
“Celestia; this is an illusion, not real. This is an illusion flashback in history.” I told her so she doesn't become too overemotional.
The griffin looked somewhat old. He had white feathers, old eyes that looked tiresome. He carried an axe and hammer with him. The pony was an earth pony; he had a golden coat and brown mane and tail. On his back was a giant Warhammer.
Past Arthas said to his Griffin companion “Behold, Muradin, our salvation, Frostmourne.”
They stopped a few feet away from it. Muradin noticed something on the shrine and began to approach it. He kneeled down to the text of it.
Past Muradin interrupted “Hold, lad. There’s an inscription on the dais. It’s a warning. It says, “Whomsoever takes up this blade shall wield power eternal. Just as the blade rends flesh, so must power scar the spirit.” His eyes narrowed at the inscription and began to back up in fear. “Oh, I should’ve known.” He turned to Arthas “The blade is cursed! Let’s get the Tartarus out of here!”
Muradin turned to walk away towards the exit. However, Arthas has other plans. He began to approach the shrine.
Past Arthas said with determination “I would gladly bear any curse to save my homeland.”
Muradin stopped dead in his tracks and turned to Arthas, who was already very close to the crystal holding the blade within.
“Leave it be, Arthas. Forget this business and lead your men home.” The Past Muradin advised.
The Past Arthas had a look of anger in his face and he didn’t turn to Muradin.
Past Arthas said “Damn to men! Nothing shall prevent me from having my revenge, old friend. Not even you.” He grabbed his Warhammer and pulled out a book. He lifted the hammer high in the sky and it began to shine brightly while he never lost eye contact with the blade. “Now, I call out to the spirits of this place. I will give anything or pay any price, if only you help me save my people.”
The sword began to shake inside before the crystal exploded. Large chunks of it shot at Muradin, killing him in the process. Arthas looked at his dead old friend before the sword came to his side. He dropped his Warhammer behind him but kept the book before he picked up the sword with his other hoof.
The environment changed back to normal.
Celestia said with complete shock “I… never knew…”
“He became a Death Knight in order to save his homeland, only to destroy it.”
“Whatever happened to the land?” Charming asked.
“It became the newly named “Badlands”.”
There were gasps from Chrysalis and Meta; they never knew they conquered a land that was once a home to ancient ponies.
Chrysalis said in awe “Wow…”
Charming asked “What happened after that?”
“Arthas killed the Dread Lord Mal’Ganis and then continue to live in the north, slowly but surely becoming a pawn to the Lich King’s plan. He even left his men to the hands of the dead. Eventually, he became the lich king and you know the first. He murdered his father, mentor, and the people he tried to save. Jaina died of old age, Arthas was only friends with Kel’Thuzad; A Lich who was once a Necromancer, and Anub’arak; A Crypt Lord and the ancient king of Azjol-Nerub. I still remember when the Vamponies, Snakeponies, and Equestrians marched to the Frozen Throne…”
Celestia replying, remembering the memory of the battle of the Frozen Throne “I was there, leading the battle. I was with Prince Kael’thas of the Vamponies and Lady Vashj of the Snakeponies. When I began to take over the very key to getting into the Frozen Throne. The only thing I wasn’t expecting was-“
“Arthas and his Undead Legion.”
Celestia nodded.
Celestia said “When Kael’thas told me that Arthas had arrived in Northrend, I knew he would be too late to save the Lich King. But when my assault force told me that Arthas had arrived recently to the Icecrown to stop my forces from taking over; we met on the battlefield and he managed to defeat me with his powers, but didn’t kill me. He used me as being weak at the moment and went into the Frozen Throne. I had no choice and I seal him with the Lich King, hoping that he would never wake up. But alas; he has returned.”
“But wait. If he was way behind the invasion force, how did he manage to catch up?” Charming asked, confused.
“I can answer that." I said, getting everyone's attention. "He went through the Shatter City Ruins of Azjol-Nerub and went through remnants of Muradin’s followers. He made it in time to defend the Frozen Throne. However; that invasion was the end of the Snakeponies race and the loss of a major force in the Vampony Empire. The Equestrian Empire took little losses.”
Charming said with a sad tone “Now we have no way in stopping him from taking over Equestria.”
“Actually… there is a way to defeat and free Arthas from the Lich King’s control.”
Celestia looked up with hope “Really?”
“Yes. Frostmourne.” I said.
Luna asked, not getting it “What does the blade have to do with anything?”
“Think about it. Arthas heeds the call of the Lich King through Frostmourne. If the blade is either separated or destroyed…”
Charming replied, getting the idea “Arthas won’t be able to listen to the Lich King and can be freed from his control.”
“Correct!” I shouted with a smile.
Celestia replied “So we need to either destroy the cursed blade or get it away from him…”
“I would guess. We need to take the fight to Arthas if we are ever going to beat him.”
Charming asked “But how? Arthas has an army of dead and our ponies can’t take the cold well.”
“That may be true but we need to make the attack! If you don’t, Arthas will keep hitting you until the defenses are gone! So take courage and take the fight to him! Show Arthas that his plans to hold you back won’t work and he will need to take the defensive, a role the Scourge doesn’t normally take.”
Charming began to think about it and nodded. I looked at the hourglass, it was almost time to lower the sun. We began to leave the Library and I smiled.
Author's Note
I hope you like this. I would have done more but I didn't feel like it.
Phantom War VII: Revenge of Havoc
The History of the Lich King
I was in the Chronicler’s Lair with Charming, who was planning his next assault.
“Just because I’m bending Rule #2, about using my knowledge here for military purposes, the fact that Frostmourne is a relic is more than enough reason to use my research.” I clapped my hooves and a book that was black and had skulls on it came to us.
The Book of the Lich King
I had the book on how the Lich King came to be.
Charming asked “Why do we need to know about the Lich King?”
“Did you know the creation of the Lich King, brother? It’s quite the tale.”
Charming shook his head “I don’t know anything about him…”
“How about you see it yourself…” I said to him with a smile, knowing his reaction already.
I opened the book, going to the first part.
Part 1: The Elder Shaman
Charming asked “What do Zebra shamans do with anything here?”
“Who said the shaman was a zebra?” I counter-questioned Charming, who remained silent by the question.
I flipped the page.
Book Narrator began to tell “Ner'zhul was the chieftain and elder shaman of the Shadowmoon clan and one of the most popular figures in Minotaur society. He was admired, respected and venerated by all for his deep connection to the spirits, and was the closest thing the Minotaur race had to a single leader prior to the foundation of the Horde. However, deep within, Ner'zhul craved a power he did not have.
Ner'zhul was contacted by the spirit of his deceased mate, Rulkan (with whom he had a regular correspondence), who warned him about the menace of the draenei, who were plotting to destroy the minotaurs. After several moons, she introduced him to Kil'jaeden, the "Great One", who began to instruct him in the treachery of the draenei. Though Ner'zhul was elated that he was saving his people (and finally getting the power and respect he secretly desired), he was puzzled why the ancestors would no longer speak to him, and why the spirits grew more distant.
Ner'zhul managed to get the rest of the clans to begin attacks on draenei settlements, supposedly by order of the ancestors, but, as he saw more and more of the draenei, he gradually became puzzled; apart from his horns, clothes, and skin tone, Kil'jaeden bore an uncanny resemblance to the draenei and possessed a hatred of Velen unbecoming of a divine being. Seeking answers, he attempted to commune with the ancestors in Oshu'gun, the "Mountain of the Spirits." He was horrified when the ancestors greeted him as a monster and when the real Rulkan revealed that Kil'jaeden had been manipulating him all along.
Ner'zhul resolved to defy his demon master but Gul'dan, his apprentice, had followed him and eavesdropped on Ner'Zhul's conversation with the ancestors. Greedy for his own power, Gul'dan informed Kil'jaeden of the betrayal of the shaman. Kil'jaeden, ever one to reward good service, elevated Gul'dan to Ner'zhul's position. Ner'zhul was relegated to a ceremonial position, his powers stripped from him. Kil'jaeden forced Ner'zhul to watch helplessly as the Minotaurs slid into bloodlust and warlock magic. He was powerless to stop the rise of the Shadow Council, privy to all their secrets but able to reveal none.
But Gul'dan grew careless. Thinking Ner'zhul completely powerless, he allowed his former teacher access to all of the Shadow Council's documents, and it was thus that Ner'zhul discovered that Kil'jaeden was planning to feed the Blood of Mannoroth to the Minotaurs. Ner'zhul's diminished position and Gul'dan's baleful influence meant that none of the chieftains would listen to his warnings, with the exception of one.
As a result of Ner'zhul's anonymous advice, Durotan of the Frostwolf Clan refused to allow his clan to drink the blood of Mannoroth, and saved them from the worst of the corruption. Alas, Durotan and his mate Draka were the only people aware of Ner'zhul's actions- a secret that died with them years later. Today, no one has any idea that one of Equestria's greatest enemies saved the Minotaurs from complete and utter annihilation.
Following the Horde's defeat in the Second War the Alliance pressed the Horde back to the Blasted Lands, ultimately destroying the portal. On the Draenor side Ner'zhul was caught in the blast and gravely wounded. For two years while he recovered the clans of Draenor fought amongst themselves until Teron Gorefiend devised a plan of opening new portals and finding fresh worlds for the Horde to conquer. Teron went to Ner'zhul and asked the old shaman to lead the Horde once again. Ner'zhul having since recovered, had isolated his clan in Shadowmoon Valley, where he began seeing visions of death (potentially a foreshadowing of his future fate). He painted his face with a white skull. When Gorefiend, a being of undeath, came to him, Ner'zhul was not surprised, and after some persuasion, agreed to Gorefiend's plan to open more portals. In order to fullfill the plan he sought out several artifacts from Azeroth: the Skull of Gul'dan, the Book of Medivh, the Jeweled Scepter of Sargeras, and the Eye of Dalaran.
The first item he acquired, the Skull of Gul'dan, soon began to influence the old shaman. His wayward apprentice was speaking to Ner'zhul through his last remains. Ner'zhul became more and more concerned with his own power and wellbeing rather than that of the Horde.
Upon retrieving all of these artifacts save the Skull, he attempted to open portals throughout Draenor. Feeling the surge of power that came with having control of Draenor's magic, Ner'zhul stopped caring about the welfare of the Horde, and thought only of harnessing his new powers. In his hubris, he ordered his followers through the portals, leaving behind the Horde. Obris, one of his servitors, protested at Ner'zhul's choice to abandon the rest of the Horde. In response, Ner'zhul blasted him aside; he no longer cared. Inundated with power he could only have dreamed of, Ner'zhul's greed overcame him. Whatever vestiges of honor and altruism still remained in him vanished as he and his followers went through the first portal, abandoning the rest of the Minotaur Horde to its fate. The vast energies that the spell created then tore the planet apart once Ner'zhul had fled, and the shattered realm of Outland was created.
Upon entering one of the portals, Ner'zhul and his followers were immediately captured by Kil'jaeden. The Elder Shaman was torn apart, though his spirit was kept alive. Agreeing to enter into the service of the demon once more, Ner'zhul was bound to the Frozen Throne. His perception, mental powers, and magical abilities expanded tremendously. Thus the Lich King was born. As the Lich King, Ner'zhul would rule the Scourge alone until merging with Arthas Solar.”
When the book stopped reading the first part, Charming was in complete awe, shock, and some other feelings.
Charming said, concluding what he could so far “So… This ‘Kil’jaeden’ created the Lich King from the spirit of this ‘Ner’zhul’ and now, a Prophecy was waiting for Arthas to accept this power?”
“Yes. I was quite shock myself when I found out that the Minotaurs were beings from another realm that found their way into Equestria. As for the survivors in the badland realm, let’s say that they didn’t survive after what had happened. Anyway; this is where our Cousin, Arthas, takes the stage.”
The Book went to the second part
Part 2: The Fall of Solar
Book Narrator continued “Troubles began to stir in Lordaeron. Minotaurs broke free of their internment camps, and there was distressing news of a plague that had gripped the northlands. Arthas and Uther were sent to Strahnbrad to defend the town from Minotaurish raids. The young prince defeated the black drake Searinox to retrieve its heart for the Griffin Feranor Steeltoe to forge into an orb of fire. Arthas used this magical item to kill the Blackrock Clan's blademaster leading the raids.
However, a more vile threat arose in the form of the plague of undeath. Jaina and Captain Falric were sent to join Arthas, now 23 years old, in order to investigate the strange plague. They fought an undead army at a plague-infested granary. They encountered the necromancer Kel'Thuzad in the town of Brill and pursued him to Andorhal.
Kel'Thuzad had already infected the stored grain in Andorhal and shipped it out to outlying villages. Before Arthas killed him, Kel'Thuzad spoke of Mal'Ganis, a Nathrezim demon who led the Scourge. Jaina and Arthas traveled north to confront him in Stratholme.
Along the way, Arthas and Jaina stopped at Hearthglen Village where they hoped to rest. Instead, they were warned of an approaching army of undead. Arthas ordered Jaina to find Uther and seek his aid while he remained behind to defend the town. To his horror, Arthas discovered that the plague was not merely a means of mass murder, but rather, the means of turning innocent townsfolk into undead creatures. Arthas' forces barely held out and were on the verge of defeat when Uther arrived with reinforcements and saved the village.
While traveling to Stratholme, Arthas was met by the enigmatic prophet Medivh. He gave him the same advice he gave Terenas — to travel west to Kalimdor-”
Charming interrupted “Wait! Why travel to the Minotaur homeland?”
“You know, it’s rude to interrupt somepony who is reading. But back then, Kalimdor wasn’t the homeland of the Minotaur people. But that is another story. For now… continue, book.”
Book Narrator continued as requested “Arthas argued that his place was with his people, and vowed that he would not abandon them. Jaina suggested that the prophet might be right, but Arthas paid her no heed and continued to Stratholme.
When he arrived, Arthas found that the grain had already been distributed, and knew that the villagers would soon become undead zombies. He ordered Uther and his knights to purge the entire city. Horrified, Uther rebuked him by saying that he would not follow such an order even if Arthas were already king. Proclaiming that Uther had committed treason, Arthas disbanded the Knights of the Silver Hoof. Several of his soldiers left with Uther — as did Jaina — while those that remained loyal to Arthas joined him in slaughtering the corrupted townsfolk.
As Arthas began to slay the citizens of Stratholme, he was met by Mal'Ganis himself, who was working to claim the souls of the townsfolk. Arthas worked to destroy them before Mal'Ganis could reach them. Finally, Arthas demanded a final showdown with the Dread Lord. Mal'Ganis slipped away, however, vowing to meet him in Northrend. Arthas then set fire to Stratholme. Something snapped in Arthas that day, his inability to stop the plague sent him down the cold lonely road he would soon follow. The fires burn to this day.
Arthas followed Mal'Ganis with a detachment of his troops. They arrived a month later in Daggercap Bay. As they searched for a proper place to set up camp, Arthas' men came under gunfire before being recognized by the griffin explorers guild. Arthas was shocked to have come upon his good friend and former mentor, Muradin Bronzeclaw. At first, Muradin thought that Arthas was leading a rescue party sent to save his men, who had been besieged by the undead as they searched for the runeblade Frostmourne. Arthas admitted it was mere coincidence. Together they destroyed the nearby undead camp, but there was still no sign of Mal'Ganis.
As Muradin and Arthas went to search for Frostmourne, an emissary from Lordaeron arrived in a zeppelin and spoke to Captain Luc Valonforth. He bore orders from Uther and Terenas, instructing Arthas and his men to return home. When Arthas returned to his base, the men had abandoned their posts, and were making their way through the forest towards their boats. Arthas had no intention of leaving before Mal'Ganis was destroyed. With the help of some indigenous mercenaries, he managed to reach and burn his boats before his men got to them. When his men arrived, Arthas betrayed his mercenaries, accusing them of destroying the ships, and the Captain had them killed, much to the disgust of Muradin. Arthas told his men that they had no means of going home, and the only way they were leaving Northrend was through victory.
Arthas and his troops continued to press on to Drak'Tharon Keep in search of Frostmourne. As he arrived, Mal'Ganis appeared to him, and foretold his death. Arthas went to search for Frostmourne with Muradin, leaving his captain to defend the camp.
Using an ancient waygate Arthas, Muradin, and a small group of men traveled to the vicinity of the fabled runeblade. Arthas was soon confronted by the Guardian, who tried to keep him from Frostmourne, apparently for his own protection. The Guardian fell, and Arthas and Muradin went forward to their prize. Muradin, reading an inscription, reported that the blade was cursed and pleaded "Oh, leave it be, Arthas! Forget this business and lead your men home!", but Arthas was adamant. Arthas asked the spirits of the cavern for the sword to be released from its icy prison, proclaiming that he would "give anything or pay any price, if only you will let me save my people." When the weapon broke free, Muradin was struck by a rogue shard of ice. Arthas moved to help Muradin, but was dissuaded by the call of Frostmourne in his mind. Arthas discarded his holy warhammer, Light's Vengeance, then picked Frostmourne up and returned to his base, leaving Muradin for dead. With Frostmourne in hand, Arthas defeated Mal'Ganis' minions and finally confronted the demon.
Mal'Ganis told him that the voice he was now hearing was that of the Lich King. However, Arthas replied that voice was instructing him to destroy Mal'Ganis, much to the dreadlord's surprise. Slaying the dreadlord, Arthas fled into the frozen north, leaving his troops to fend for themselves. Arthas soon lost the last remnants of sanity.
Arthas travelled back to Lordaeron months later for his just reward. The kingdom rejoiced at the return of its Prince and hero. Arthas knelt before the throne, then approached his father, King Terenas, and ran him through with Frostmourne, killing him and leaving Lordaeron to rot without a King. The king's bloodied, broken crown remains lost to this day. Arthas fled the scene.
Weeks later, Arthas reappeared in Vandermar village at the bidding of his new master, the Lich King. There he met Tichondrius the Darkener, a dreadlord like Mal'Ganis. Thinking that the dreadlord was Mal'Ganis out for revenge, Arthas immediately threatened him, only to discover that this Dreadlord had come to congratulate Arthas for his efforts. When spoken to Arthas said he no longer felt remorse for any of his actions. Tichondrius explained that the sword was designed to steal souls, and that Arthas' own soul was the first one it had claimed.
Arthas assembled the members of the vile Cult of the Damned that were hiding in Vandermar, and was aided by their magical abilities as he traveled to Andorhal where he was to recover Kel'Thuzad's corpse. Arthas killed the paladin guarding the crypt, Gavinrad the Dire, and recovered the remains of the necromancer. This brought Kel'Thuzad's ghost into being, and he secretly instructed Arthas not to trust the dreadlords. Arthas quietly contemplated this.
Kel'Thuzad's remains were badly decomposed and needed to be taken to the mystical Sunwell in Quel'Thalas to be revived. Tichondrius sent Arthas to recover a mystical urn, which could be used to transport Kel'Thuzad's remains. However, the urn was in the keeping of the Knights of the Silver Hoof. Arthas killed two paladins, Ballador the Bright (who survived) and Sage Truthbearer, who both condemned Arthas' betrayal. He then faced Uther the Lightbringer, who explained that the urn held the ashes of his father, King Terenas. Arthas murdered his life-long mentor and seized the urn. Abandoning his father's remains, he replaced them with those of Kel'Thuzad, and then began the long journey to Quel'Thalas.
Arthas met heavy resistance from the snakeponies, rallied by Ranger-General Sylvanas Windrunner. Driving their forces before his undead army, he steadily pushed her people back in a swath of destruction towards Silvermoon. Sylvanas tried to warn the vast snakepony capital of the coming of the Scourge, but Arthas destroyed her camps and killed the Ranger-General. To make her pay for her perceived insolence towards him, Arthas corrupted her snakepony spirit, transforming it into a horrendous twisted form (a banshee) and enslaving her to the will of the Lich King, forcing her to slay her own people.
Arthas, along with the marching armies of the Scourge annihilated Silvermoon, leaving it in ruins. On the road to the Sunwell, he faced Anasterian Sunstrider, the aged High King of Quel'Thalas, and killed him with minimal struggle. Arthas then used the Sunwell to bring Kel'Thuzad back to life, reborn as an undead lich.
As the pair travelled to Alterac, Kel'Thuzad explained the full extent of the "Second Invasion" and the plans of the Lich King and the Scourge. Kel'Thuzad was in Alterac to destroy a camp of Blackrock Clan orcs who had taken control of a demon gate, which the lich would use to speak to the demon lord Archimonde. The Scourge destroyed the minotaurs, and after Kel'Thuzad received orders from Archimonde, they set out for the powerful seat of the world's mages, the city of Dalaran. Archimonde instructed them to acquire the spellbook of Medivh, which would allow Kel'Thuzad to summon Archimonde into Equus.
Despite the Kirin Tor's valiant efforts to repel the invasion, the Scourge fought through their magical defenses and fortifications, killed the Archmage Antonidas and claimed the Book of Medivh.
Arthas and his troops repelled the mages' vast counterattack as Kel'Thuzad began the lengthy summoning of the demon lord. Once Archimonde arrived, he proclaimed that the Lich King was of no further use to the Legion, and Tichondrius was placed in command of the Scourge. Arthas was left to wonder what would become of him and Kel'Thuzad, but the lich replied that all was going as the Lich King foresaw. The pair disappeared as Archimonde took his revenge on the city, destroying Dalaran with a single powerful ritual.
Arthas was next seen several months later in Kalimdor, where Tichondrius was employing the arcane power of the Skull of Gul'dan. Arthas told the recently freed demon hunter Illidan how to claim the skull's powers as his own, whereupon he could destroy Tichondrius. Illidan agreed to his plan, and Arthas disappeared again. As for Illidan, he defeated Tichondrius and took the power. He tried to become leader of the Naga (Betrayers of the Snakepony race) but he was killed by the very Warden who kept Illidan in a cage.
Archimonde left a trio of dreadlords behind in the ruined palace gardens of Lordaeron to ensure that the nation remained under control, and to watch over the cunning servitors of Ner'zhul. When the demon lord was defeated, however, they were not originally aware of it. This changed several months later, when Arthas returned to reclaim his throne. He threatened the dreadlords, who immediately fled, and then called Sylvanas (Who had reacquired her new dark snakepony body) and Kel'Thuzad to his side. Together they crushed the remaining human refugees in the area, who were led by the paladins Dagren the Minotaurslayer, Halahk the Lifebringer and Magroth the Defender. However, during the climax of the battle, Arthas had a painful seizure, and felt the Lich King calling out to him. Despite his diminished powers, Arthas fought on until all the remaining humans were killed.
Little did Arthas know that the Lich King's power had dwindled to the point that Sylvanas was no longer under his control. In secret, she attended a meeting with the three dreadlords, who told her that the Lich King's power was waning, and so the time had come to claim her vengeance.
Arthas was ambushed in the capital city, and was forced to collect what loyalists he could find and fight his way through the dreadlords' forces, which included the powerful abomination Bloodfeast. As he arrived on the city's limits, he was saved by a cadre of banshees, who told him that Sylvanas had sent them to see him safely away. However, as they neared an empty spot in the forest, Arthas received another vision from the Lich King, who told him he'd been betrayed. Sylvanas then appeared and shot him with a paralyzing arrow. Kel'Thuzad stepped in and chased her off at the last moment.
But the Lich King's mental cries pierced Arthas' mind - he was told to return to Northrend, for holy forces (later revealed to be Celestia and the remnant Snakeponies, Vamponies, and Equestrians) were working to destroy the Frozen Throne and end the self-proclaimed king's reign. Immediately, Arthas prepared his fleet and set sail for Northrend, leaving Kel'Thuzad behind to watch over Lordaeron.
Three weeks later, Arthas landed upon the familiar coast of Northrend, and unexpectedly found himself being attacked by Vamponies led by Kael'thas, hungry for vengeance at their ally kingdom's (The Snakepony Capital) destruction. Arthas was unexpectedly saved by a large Crypt lord who introduced himself as Anub'arak, the former king of Azjol-Nerub. Kael'thas warned that though the preliminary scouting force may have fallen, their main army would not be so easily defeated, before teleporting away to safety.
Arthas worried that he may be right, and that they would never reach Icecrown Citadel before Celestia, but Anub'arak thought differently. He suggested that they delve into the shattered kingdom of Azjol-Nerub, using the underground passageways to beat Celestia to the Glacier. Seeing little other choice, Arthas agreed.
Anub'arak suggested raiding the hoard of Sapphiron, an ancient blue dragon and servant of Malygos, and equipping themselves with the dragon's treasures. Not only did they slay the dragon, but Arthas used what power he had left to raise Sapphiron into a powerful frost wyrm.”
I see the picture of Sapphiron and gasped.
“I’ve seen that dragon in my vision when Arthas returned! He brought that undead dragon back to life!”
Charming shivered “Why do I get the feeling that Sapphiron is Arthas’ pet?”
I shivered as well at the thought of that and let the book continue.
Book Narrator continue “When he came to the doors of Azjol-Nerub, Arthas found himself being fired upon by griffins, who revealed themselves to be followers of Muradin who had remained there when their leader appeared to die. Now, they were led by Muradin's underling, Baelgun Flameclaw. Leaving Sapphiron outside, Arthas battled through not only Baelgun's griffins, but also the nerubian survivors, as he delved into the broken Spider Kingdom. Anub'arak's aid was invaluable, as he circumvented many traps which would have cut Arthas' stay fatally short.
As Arthas Faced Baelgun, the griffin warned that the shifting earth had released an ancient evil from below the kingdom. As Arthas and Anub'arak delved deeper into the kingdom, that evil became apparent - the Faceless Ones, a powerful, vicious race thought only to exist in legend. Arthas and Anub'arak even managed to defeat the incredibly powerful Forgotten one.
As they made their way to the Upper Kingdom, an earthquake collapsed part of the passage they were in, separating Anub'arak from Arthas. The young king had to rely upon his wits to see himself through several daunting booby traps before Anub'arak dug his way to Arthas. Once reunited the Crypt lord complimented the young Death Knight, saying he now understood why Ner'zhul had chosen him as his champion. As they climbed out of Azjol-Nerub, the Lich King contacted Arthas once again, and explained that he was losing his power, because the Frozen Throne had been cracked, and energy was seeping from it. Ner'zhul replenished Arthas' powers, knowing he would need them in the coming battle.
When they finally reached the surface, they immediately had to contend with Celestia's forces. Vashj's snakeponies and Kael's Vamponies were there to contest Arthas' minions at every turn. Arthas, with Anub'arak's help, battled his way through their forces and magically activated the four Icecrown Obelisks around the glacier, opening the doors to the Frozen Throne. However, Celestia was waiting for him.
After a short but intense battle, Celestia inadvertently left herself open and Arthas took advantage of it, slicing open the alicorn's chest with Frostmourne. Celestia collapsed in the snow, as Arthas turned towards the doors of Icecrown. Before he walked away, Arthas warned Celestia to leave the Frozen Throne and never return. Celestia managed to heal herself and began to weep at the darkness within her son and immediately left without her remaining forces, due to them being slaughtered to the end by the Scourge.
Arthas entered the hollow glacier and beheld a winding pinnacle chained to the ice. As he strode up the stairs towards his destiny, the voices of those he had forsaken flooded through his mind. He heard Muradin Bronzeclaw, Uther, and Jaina calling out to him, yet he ignored them, continuing his ascent. Finally, he reached the pinnacle and before him he saw an icy cask. Inside was a suit of armor, arranged as if seated on a massive throne. Now only one voice spoke to him - the rasping whisper of Ner’zhul:
"Return the blade...complete the circle...release me from this prison!" We heard from the book.
With a great cry of strength, Arthas brought Frostmourne to bear against the Lich King's icy prison and with a haunting scream, the Frozen Throne exploded, and shards of the crystal scattered on the ground. With Ner’zhul’s thorny helm at his feet, Arthas leaned forward, picked it up, and placed the unimaginably powerful artifact on his head.
"Now," Ner'zhul's voice echoed within his mind, "we are one!"
In that moment, Ner'zhul and Arthas' spirits fused into a single mighty being, just as the Lich King had always planned. Arthas as a single being ceased to exist, now one half of one of the most powerful entities Equus had ever known, the new Lich King.
While he dreamed, Arthas banished his ponity and suppressed Ner'zhul's spirit, allowing him to become the dominant personality of the Lich King.”
I flipped the page, revealing the Part 3 that was currently being made in progress. I closed the book and looked at Charming, who was awestruck by the tale of the Lich King.
“Now you know everything about the Lich King.”
Charming said, still awestruck “I… I never imagined…”
“Indeed. But now, you must go and save our cousin. Hopefully, he will come back to his senses when he losses Frostmourne.”
Charming nodded and began to rush out of the Chronicler’s Lair. I smiled as he left. Indeed; tomorrow was going to be exciting because tomorrow; both me and Charming will be leading assaults. I will lead the Vamponies to victory in Tartarus while he leads the Alliance against the Scourge, showing Arthas that he has made a grave mistake.
Author's Note
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Announcement: Due to problems with my computer, I will have to type the next chapter on FIMfiction so the progress may be slow or not but you will have to live with it. I will publish the chapter for people to see when it is finished.
Phantom War VII: Revenge of Havoc
Unlocking Full Transformation
I was in an open field, alone with no one to watch me. I looked around before accessing my medallion. Suddenly, a spectral image of Unicron; who about the same size as Celestia, appeared in front of me. He looked down to me and smiled.
"To what do I own this pleasure?" Unicron asked.
"You know why you are here Unicron." I replied. "I feel that I have completed my training but yet; I feel that it is still not enough. Now tell me; what is it that I lack?"
Unicron looked at me before chuckling.
Unicron replies "You lack the complete control of your transformer form. You believe you only transform into a Titan Class Cybertronian, but being my champion, you can do more than just that."
I looked at him, curious by what he meant.
"What do you mean?"
"What I mean is that you need to focus on a Cybertronian Class and think of it. When you do that, you will transform into that class. While Primus knows this as well, he still holds a grudge towards Charming and you and, no doubt, try his best to keep that information away but even he has to follow the rules." Unicron said with a dark chuckle.
I nodded in understanding. So, to test this out, I began to focus on the Scientist Class Cybertronian. I began to glow purple and when I transformed, I looked at myself and see that, indeed, worked. I looked at the closes pond and see that I looked similar to Vortex from the Combaticons but the difference was that I had black with the purple streaks of color. I admire myself shortly before transforming into my Alternate Form: The Vanguard Vehicle. I was slightly disappointed that I was a helicopter instead of Jet. However, when I go to boost, my helicopter appearance changed to that of a Jet. I began to fly around before changing back to a helicopter. Indeed, I'm taking a liking to this form. I noticed that I could swap weapons from guns to missiles. Probably a perk for being a helicopter/jet. I transformed back to my Cybertronian Form and began to examine my primary weapon. It looked like the Transformers version of a Shotgun, which I didn't mind. I aimed it at a nearby tree and fired, blasting it down. I stay still for a few moments before looking at my Scatter Blaster and I smiled. I, then, changed my Primary Weapon to my Heavy Weapon. It looked like the Cybertronian version of a missile launcher but a bit more advance. It had Target Lock if Lock-on. I aimed it at another tree and fired, firing three missiles and destroying the target. I smirked and withdraw the weapon, staring right at it.
"Now this is cool!"
Unicron replied "Have you tried to use your special ability?"
I looked at him, curiosity in my mind. I looked at a bunch of trees and began to charge up my special ability. I did a three-sixty with my right hand full of dark energy. I threw it forward, pushing the trees away. I landed on the ground and smirked at the result. I transformed back to my pony form and was completely excited.
"If I have both the Titan and Scientist Class Cybertronian forms, it only means that I also have the Destroyer and Infantry Cybertronian forms!"
I began to focus on my Destroyer Class Cybertronian Form. I looked at myself and I looked like Swindle from the Combaticons. But I was black with purple streaks. I transformed into my Alternate Form: The Harbinger Form. I looked like one of those Warthogs from Halo but I learned that I could fire missiles and swap my weapon to the turret on my back, which had an AI to fire it for me. It was like the Cybertronian vehicle version of the Warthog. I began to boost forward, going rather fast. I got back into my Cybertronian Form and activated my Primary Weapon. It was the Path Blaster, similar to Optimus Prime's weapon. I aimed it at one of the earlier fallen trees and fired, putting some holes into the tree. I smirked and changed my Primary Weapon to my Heavy Weapon. It was the Gear Shredder and I smirked. It was not only perfect for cutting down groups of enemies, but it is useful for taking on multiple enemies in case I'm outnumbered. I fired it and it sliced right through most of the following fallen trees. Finally, I used my special ability and it was the Grappler.
"You seemed to be liking this very well." Unicron said to me, smirking at what I was leaning and mastering.
"I wish I knew this sooner."
Unicron replied "All you had to do was asked."
I changed back to my pony form. Can't wait for the next transformation, I went into my Infantry Form. I looked nothing like the other transformers and my color was black and purple streaks. I transformed into what looked like a car. I began to drive, noticing that I had machine guns as my weapon in vehicle form. I transformed back to my Cybertronian form and activated my Primary Weapon. It was the Neutron Assault Rifle, which reminded me of the Assault Rifles of a certain game I know. I aimed at a fallen tree and began to fire. It sure felt like an Assault Rifle and when I finished firing, there was a lot of bullet holes in the tree. I switched to my Heavy Weapon: The Corrosive Slime Cannon. I knew of what it could do. It worked like a virus to machines, like the Roboenza Virus but more controlled. However; it will only last for an hour or so. The more powerful droid, the better. I activated my spcieal ability, which turns out to be cloaking. When I finished, I transformed back into my pony form. Suddenly; an idea came into my mind.
"Hey Unicron. Is it possible to do organic transformations?"
I noticed Unicron thinking about it.
"It might be possible... But we need a test subject." Unicron replied.
"How about a snakepony?"
Unicron replied in question "I thought they were extinct."
"I looked on Tartarus records and they had two special ponies on the bottom floor. A certain undead snakepony and a former Demon Hunter."
Unicron knew as much as I did due to us sharing a mind with my physical body.
"Sylvanas Windrunner and Illidan Stormrage?" Unicron asked with a raised eyebrow.
I nodded. "They are immortal, but they were caught by Maiev Shadowsong."
Unicron asked "Lilth's top hunter?"
"Yes. How about after we kill Havoc, we scan their bio signatures with the medallion and see if it will work."
Unicron nodded and I smirked. Unicron's spectral clone disappeared and I walked away, heading back to Blood Village.
Author's Note
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Phantom War VII: Revenge of Havoc
On a squad of MAATs were landing in a fortress near Tartarus; called Fort Wraith. There, on the main gunship, the doors opened when it landed and I walked off with Trixie, Rainbow, Twilight, and Sonata. Today was the day where we make history. We went into the war room and we are greeted by two ponies; Lilith and Maiev Shadowsong. Lilith was a mare with a white coat, black and red mane and tail, and had black socks on for some off reason. Her cutie mark was a skull in black flames. Maiev Shadowsong was a mare that had purple coat, wore a weird that cover most of her appearance, even her mane and tail. Her Cutie Mark was the Night Elf symbol, which would mean to us as follows of the night.
‘Luna would really love the Watchers due to them worshipping the Night.’ I mused to myself.
We came around the hologram table. I activated the hologram and it revealed the structure of Tartarus itself.
Twilight said in awe “I knew Tartarus was big… but this is way bigger than I previously thought…”
Lilith nodded “Well; it is the pit that houses of all demons and prisoners.”
“Alright; here is the battle plan.” I began to press some buttons and that was when a red arrow was marked from Fort Wraith pointed to and halted in front of Gates of Hell; the main gates into Tartarus. It was titled; Gates of Hell, by many species due to no one ever successfully escaping the vile place, except for Tirek. “Our ground assault force, led by Twilight Sparkle and Trixie Lulamoon will charge towards the gate and take it over. When they do,” The hologram showed the gates opening and the red arrow line began to make its way down to the bottom level “they will make their way towards the bottom level where Havoc is located. The Watchers, led by Maiev Shadowsong, will support the main assault force. Lilith will led her demon followers to provide whatever support they can. When they reach the bottom floor; all of us will regroup and prepare to fight Havoc. During the invasion,” A blue arrow marked at the Fort began to go over the Gates of Hell and above Tartarus and then head down, splitting into smaller arrows all over Tartarus “Rainbow Dash and Sonata Dusk will use the battalion of MAATs to provide support against Wraiths and Ghasts; Undead Griffins. They can provide air support and reinforcements, if needed. As for me,” A purple arrow marked at Fort Wraith went the same way the blue arrow went but instead of splitting off, it went all the way to the bottom level “I will head down to the bottom floor and take care of any… unwanted guests, from supporting Havoc during our final battle. I will wait for you all at the door that leads to Havoc.”
“Are you sure you can handle his Vanguard by yourself?” Rainbow asked.
“Of course; I’m the Guardian of the Dark Side. Besides; I have been feeling a strange but familiar dark energy at the bottom. Not Havoc’s, but the same energy presence that has been watching me. I have the feeling that the presence watching me may have some interest in me and I want to know why.”
They nodded and began to leave, heading into position.
I was in my Scientist Class Vehicle Form, waiting for the Gates of Hell to fall into the hooves of Twilight and Trixie. When the signal was sighted, I changed into my jet form and began to head towards the gates. When I began to fly alongside the main MAAT Rainbow and Sonata was on, I began to make my dive and shooting down those Wraiths and Ghasts that got in my way. When I arrived down to the bottom, I returned into my robot form and did ‘Shockwave’ to destroy my enemy that tried to attack me. I went back into my normal form and began to make my way to a certain dark area. Upon arriving, I opened the door and see a giant cell. Inside the cell, in chains, were two ponies. The first pony had a purple coat with green markings all over him. This pony was a male, and he had a blindfold on his eyes. He had horns coming out of the front of his head. He had black leather wings that were chained up as well. The second pony was a Snakepony, and a female at that. She had a grey colored coat, her upper body had clothes on that were design for a hunter, she had blood red eyes, no pupils but the position where her eyes were a bit lighter, making it look like a sort-of pupils. She had white mane. Her lower body was completely snake, like a Snakepony should me. It was chained up to make sure it didn’t do anything suspicious. There were markings on her but I paid no heed of it. I began to walk over to the cell and they heard my hoof steps and looked up; seeing me coming out of the shadows.
“Hello Illidan Stormrage and Sylvanas Windrunner. How does time suit you? Being trapped here for almost 1000 years.”
Illidan asked “It has been that long?”
“Nah; it has been about more than 800 years.”
Sylvanas asked “Why are you here? Who are you?”
“Where are my manners? My name is Danny Eclipse; Guardian of the Dark Side, Son of King Sombra and Princess Luna, Twin Brother of Charming Thunder, and Cousin of Arthas Solar.”
As I expected, that name got their attention and began to get close to the bars to attack me but the chains held them in place.
“You are Arthas’ Cousin!?” Illidan demanded.
I smirked, letting them see it “Indeed, I am. However; even though I’m the Guardian of the Dark Side, I am NOT like my corrupted cousin. But the reason why I was here is because I know you will go to great lengths to kill Arthas. And that…” I grabbed my medallion, it flared with power and the Dark Star Saber appeared in front of me and I grabbed it “Is something I don’t plan to let you achieve. So; we will fight and if I win and beat you in a Duel; you go under Aspect Contract.”
Illidan asked, confused “Aspect Contract?”
“If beaten by an Aspect in a challenge that he/she, the Aspect who requested the Duel, the loser(s) will fall under contract to the Aspect and will be bounded to him/her until the Aspect decides to let you go. However; if it is an Aspect vs Aspect, then the contract is not required. Do you accept or will you coward and remain here for all eternity?” They looked at each other and began to think about it. Finally; they nodded and accepted. I smiled and cut them free from the chains and returned their weapons to them. Somehow; Illidan’s blades; The Twin Blades of Azzinoth, began to float to his sides. I had the feeling they will be a big trouble. Sylvanas’ bow came to her and she was able to use it very easily. Her arrow quiver, for some reason, had an unbelievable amount of arrows. When we got into our battling positions; I signaled the fight and we began to fight. Sylvanas fired a couple of arrows at me but I jumped up in the air and launched a wave of dark energy at them. Illidan flew up to and dodged the attack and tried to get me. He cut me in half but realized too late that it was a clone. I came from my hiding and slashed him back to the ground with a wave of energy. He was out now; all that there is left is Sylvanas. She fired a dark arrow at me but I managed to dodge it and came up nice and personal; and finished her down. When they were defeated and I claimed victory, they began to glow and the Decepticon Symbol appears on their chest and I smirked. “Now, you are my servants.” I have my medallion scan Sylvanas and Illidan then we began to leave, heading to meet with the party outside Havoc’s door.
Author's Note
I hope you like this story. I did some good work on making it on the newly devised plan that I now have made.
Phantom War VII: Revenge of Havoc
Me, Illidan, and Sylvanas were outside the door. I was having them split up so we can cover more ground about the battlefield around Havoc. When they left, I heard some hoof steps and turned, only to see Twilight, Trixie, Sonata, Rainbow, Lilith, and Maiev. I smirked and they see the dead ghouls around me.
"Come now; we need to finish this once and for all."
They nodded and I looked at the door. I opened it and we walked in. That was when we see two things...
The first thing was Havoc was sitting in a bone-looking throne; drinking what I considered to be blood or something like it. His features were similar to Discord's but a bit more... aggressive and darker. Good thing was that he wasn't facing us.
The second thing was a pony chained near his throne. The second pony's figure was similar to Nightmare Moon, but replace it with Celestia. This pony had Dark Red or dark orange coat, flames for her mane and tail, and her eyes were lavender or light purple while her pupils were slit and purple. Her cutie mark was the sun as well. We noticed that she was very thin like she hasn't been fed in a long time.
Twilight asked "Who is that and why does she look like a Nightmare Moon and Celestia combined?"
Maiev replied "She's not suppose to be a prisoner here..."
Lilith replied "She's not a prisoner here, period. She must be a hostage."
"Should we free her?" Trixie asked.
The Pony begged "H-Help me..."
Rainbow replied "We shouldn't. I mean, what if she is the-"
As the others talked, I rolled my eyes and walked over to her. I pulled out my Dark Star Saber and cut the chain that held her. The sound of the Chain mad everyone turn to me, including Havoc. I put my hooves on her and began to fill her body with my healing magic. Once she was healed, I began to regenerate her magic that had been suppressed. She got up, still weak but feeling better. She ran over to the others and hid behind them. I turned to Havoc, who was staring right back at me.
"You have terrorize civilians and that is something even Discord wouldn't go to."
Havoc chuckled before bursting into dark laughter.
Havoc said "Oh; I haven't laughed that hard in a long time. But laughter aside; you must be the famous Danny Eclipse I've heard so much about."
"From rumors?"
"No; from the one who freed me." Havoc answered.
"Who is that pony?"
Havoc chuckled darkly, amused that I was asking her who freed him.
Havoc replied "Why should I tell you; you would eventually find out, sooner or later."
"What is that suppose to mean?"
Havoc shouted "Enough! I refuse to answer your questions, thus I will put these 'famous' rumors down for good!" Havoc snapped his fingers and an army of ghouls dug out from the ground. They charged at us but I halted them when sent a wave of dark energy into the army, cutting them in half. Havoc looked at me; clearly intrigued. "What would you know; he wasn't bluffing when he said that you were powerful and destroy armies with a single slash of your Dark Star Saber... This might actually be a challenge, unlike those stupid pony sisters and my idiot brother."
Havoc summoned up three adult wraiths. I looked at them before I pointed my two hooves at them, using Force Storm. This attack began to shock them to their deaths, killing them off. I looked at Havoc, clearly even more intrigued.
"Done sending your minions or are you going to sit on that throne and be a coward?"
That made Havoc angry. He got off his throne and summoned a blade; it was a giant sword, made of Daedric Metal. He roared at me before charging at me. He slashed at me; but I had blocked it off. I pushed him back and we slashed at each other again. After a few slashes, I see Twilight coming at Havoc with her Scythe in hand. Havoc barely managed to dodge the attack. The others began to group up with me. Havoc snorted with displeasure, being interrupted from his fight with me. So, he snapped his fingers and both ghouls and liches appeared. They began to fight the others, clearly ignoring me. I charged at Havoc again; this time going from above. Havoc managed to dodge the attack and tried to slash at me in mid-air. I managed to dodge it and this time; I landed on the ground, did a 360 turn, and lunged at him, spinning in mid-air like a tornado. Havoc made the retreat, dodging the attack. I got into a battle stance and charged. Before I could strike, Havoc snapped his fingers and skeleton arms grabbed me. When I was trapped; I began to struggle but found it futile. I tried to use my ghost powers but that wasn't working either. I looked at Havoc, who was chuckling darkly and raised his sword.
Havoc asked "Any last words?"
"Yeah. Servants, attack now!"
Suddenly, three arrows hit the right hand that held the sword. Havoc howled in pain and looked at the source, seeing Sylvanas with a smirk. Suddenly, Illidan came down right on top of his, slashing at him and causing Havoc to pull back. Havoc grabbed his sword with his left hand and slashed at Illidan when he attempted to pull back. Illidan gasped when he gets hit before dying. Sylvanas fired a dark arrow at Havoc, causing him to howl in pain once more. Havoc threw his blade at Sylvanas, causing her to get stabbed by the sword at the chest. She fired one last arrow at the skeleton hand that had me to break my free. Being freed, I used my Dark Star Saber to cut Havoc in half. To truly finish him off, I used Time Stop (one of my ghost powers) to stop time and cut his body parts down. When time returned to normal, I see all the tiny pieces of Havoc fall to the ground. Suddenly, all the ghouls and liches that Havoc created disappeared into smoke. When I looked at my fallen servants, I frowned and began to use my medallion. Two purple lightning arms grabbed both Illidan and Sylvanas's body. Their bodies turned into the same dark energy and I absorb them. When the show ended, I stood there, feeling their powers filling my body up. I smirked and began to radiate with the dark energy. I looked over to the others, who were on the ground, tired. I smirked and walked away, beginning my search for the presence.
I was walking around the dark halls of Tartarus. Suddenly, I found myself in a chamber. A MASSIVE chamber.
'I wonder what monster this houses...'
"Hello Danny." A dark and deep voice says.
I turned to the source, seeing the new and improved Tirek. I gasped; Tirek is supposed to be dead! I got into a fighting stance but Tirek put his arms up is defensive.
Tirek said, reassuring me "Easy there Danny; I'm not here to hurt you. If I wanted to, I would have done that before you even entered the chamber."
"What do you want, Lord Tirek?"
Tirek replied "I just wanted to talk."
"What stops me from attacking you, kill you, or tell my friends?"
Tirek smirked "Because I know darkness and light doesn't mix, if you get me."
I knew he was referring to my sort-of tension towards Charming. It developed itself because I feared that Charming would turn on me once my 'usefulness' to him was over.
"What do want then?"
"I want to tell you that you aren't alone. I hate the light side and rather join the dark side. I don't see you as a threat; I see you as an ally." Tirek reassured.
Something was different about Tirek but I never met him in person.
"What do you mean by that?"
Tirek replied "Never mind, just trying to say that if Charming does end up turning against you; I'll always be there to help you."
I was shocked until I heard Rainbow calling out to me and I left, closing the doors. Little did I know that Tirek began to turn to black smoke before transforming into Mephiles the Dark, who was chuckling darkly.
Mephiles said to no one "The seeds are planted; all I need to do is get them to grow and give them a little push."
Mephiles turns back into a shadow and disappeared.
I met up with the other girls.
Rainbow asked "Where were you Danny?"
'Should I tell them?' I stared at them a bit more. "Oh, just looking around for the presence. I almost had it but it got away."
They nodded and we began to get on the MAATs, leaving. Lilith, Maiev, the Watchers, and the Demons remained behind as we left.
Author's Note
I hope you like this a lot, cause this took me some thinking.
Phantom War VII: Revenge of Havoc
Me, Twilight, Trixie, Sonata, and Rainbow were on a MAAT heading towards the front lines in the Crystal Empire. We were the advance party while the rest of the Empire was arriving a bit later. When we landed; the doors opened and we were greeted by Princess Cadence, Shining Armor, Flash Sentry, Princess Brutalight, and one mysterious pony; who I could tell, was a Pony Freak.
This pony freak had a dark grey (or grey) coat, yellow mane and tail, and his cutie mark was two wrenches crossing and at the center was a sphere of energy. His pupils were colored ocean blue and insanely small.
"Who is this?" I asked, confused about the pony's appearance.
Brutalight answer "This is my boyfriend; Dr. Tails. He is a pony freak like us with him possessing the spirit of Dr. Schadenfreude ."
Dr. Tails greeted "Pleasure to meet you."
"Likewise. So, what is happening?" I asked to them.
Cadence replied "We got word from Charming that he and a large army of soldiers are advancing slowly through Icecrown Citadel. They met up with some resistance but are pressing forward as we speak. They even had some outside reinforcements. The Order of the Celestial Lights and the Ravagers; an army that managed to separate from the Lich King's will. They currently march closer to the Icecrown Citadel."
"What!? Why wasn't I inform of this!?"
"What do you mean?" Shining Armor asked, confused.
"Charming stands NO chance against the Scourge at the center! The Scourge is vast, massive, and more powerful due to being at the heart of their territory! Charming needs reinforcements to get there and help him!"
Cadence answered "He's already too deep into Northrend to be beyond communication range and our ships can't get through the rough weather."
'Oh no... Charming, what have you gotten yourself into to? But how will I save him now-'
I was thinking what to do. I can arrive in Northrend in a short period by myself but Charming is going to need reinforcements. But since Charming is already so deep inside the frozen Iceland, they won’t make it in time. Then, that was when I remembered, the underground city. But it is already in ruins, how will we be able to make it there? That was when I remembered; Scorponok. He’s ability to burrow underground will allow my empire to travel underground. I closed my eyes and my medallion began to glow as I extended my reach for Scorponok.
Meanwhile with Scorponok…
Scorponok was helping leading an escort, led by Charming and himself. Scorponok suddenly felt his master’s presence in his mind that caused him to stop and Charming to looked at him, wondering why Scorponok suddenly stopped.
“Scorponok; I have a new assignment for you. My empire is on its way to help Charming Thunder but due to Charming being way ahead of us, I need to you clear their way to Icecrown Citadel. I’m sending you everything you need to help the reinforcements arrive.”
Scorponok began to receive his intructions, a map of the underground city and which way to go, and the meeting place where the Reinforcements will meet Scorponok. Scorponok began to dig underground, heading towards the site, leaving a shock and curious Charming Thunder.
Charming asked to no one “…Where is he going in a hurry?”
I opened my eyes and smirked. I looked towards Twilight, Trixie, Sonata, and Rainbow.
“I had ordered Scorponok to escort you through the underground city beneath Northrend. It’s the fastest route and your best chance of catching up with Charming and his legion. Twilight, you can go alone.”
Cadence asked “What about you and the other girls?”
“We are going to regroup with The Nemesis, Soundwave, and the Combaticons. I have something to give them.”
They nodded and we began to walk away. Dr. Tails would have looked into my mind, had not Unicron shielded it from mind readers.
Later, in Equestria…
We arrived on a Decepticon Dropship aboard the Nemesis. On the platform, we see Soundwave and the Combaticons.
“Trypticon, set course to Northrend and go full speed.”
Trypticon acknowledged me and began to head to Northrend. I turned to the girls, my eyes were now purple and my medallion was glowing.
Rainbow asked “So why did you only want us to come with you?”
“Well; I’ve been talking to Unicron about spreading my blessing to others. So; I recently learned that I can give you your own transformers’ form. However; unlike me, you will have only one form. Since you three are my mates, I was wondering if you would like to receive this blessing from me.”
They looked at each other. Rainbow was the first to nod quickly, then Sonata and Trixie followed her and I smiled.
“Will it hurt?” Sonata asked with curiosity.
“No, you will only feel a massive power surge.”
My hooves began to glow and I fired three energy balls into my three mates. They took the hit and began to hover in the air, purple lightning surrounding them. Suddenly, the Decepticon Symbol appeared on their chests and their eyes opened, revealing them completely purple. When the light dimmed, they returned to the ground on their hooves. They opened their eyes, they were normal now. I smirked as they looked and admire themselves.
Trixie said with awe “I feel… so powerful now.”
Rainbow declared “This power is amazing!”
Sonata added “I feel like I’ve been supercharged!”
“And now, you three are the first members of my Decepticon Militia. But now, we must see what cybertronian class you are. And I don’t know myself since it is you.”
They nodded and the four of us transformed. I was in my Scientist Class. I looked at the females and they appeared as females all right. Good to know that gender counts in transformers. Rainbow and Sonata were Scientist Class while Trixie was a Destroyer Class. Rainbow’s appearance matched with the Arclight Transformer (The same class that Starscream [FOC] was in). Rainbow’s appearance was Cyan with rainbow streaks all over her. The Decepticon Symbol was on her chest, still purple. Sonata’s appearance matched with the Wingman Transformer (The same class that Blast Off [FOC] was in). Sonata was light blue and had both cyan and dark blue streaks on her. Her Decepticon symbol was still on her chest. And finally; Trixie. Trixie’s appearance matched the Warmonger Transformer (The same class that Soundwave [FOC] was in). Trixie was cyan colored as well with light blue to near white streaks all around her. Her Decepticon symbol was on her chest as well. They looked at themselves and admire themselves.
Rainbow said with reassurance “It’s good to know that I still look like a female.”
“Well, it looks like you each are different. Rainbow and Sonata are in the Scientist Class; which are flyers that lend support to others. Trixie is a Destroyer Class, the type that leads others into combat. Now; you all have different weaponry, vehicle transformation, and ability.”
They transformed into their vehicle forms and began to fly (or drive for Trixie’s case) around the Nemesis to test it out. When they came back, they returned to their transformer form and their right hands change to weapons. Rainbow had the Subsonic Repeater, Sonata had the Scatter Blaster, and Trixie had the E.O.K Techvolt. They looked at them for a brief moment before aiming the guns at the sky and firing. They liked the results to say the least. They, then, switched to their heavy weaponry. Rainbow had the Gear Shredder, Sonata had the A-4 Pulse Cannon, and Trixie had the Energon Harvester. They fired them in the air, Sonata remotely activated her energy ball to explode. They admire them once more before going to see what their ability was. Rainbow’s ability was Battle Sentry, Sonata’s ability was Heal Beam, and Trixie’s ability was the Diffraction Barrier. They looked at their ability powers and smirked, knowing that combining their abilities as one could work for them. I clapped my hands and they turned to me before smirking.
Sonata shouted “I really love this!”
“Good. Trypticon, what is ETA until we arrive into Northrend.”
Trypticon replied “ESTIMATED TIME: 20 MINUTES. ”
“How long until we arrive near Icecrown Citadel without being seen?”
Trypticon replied “ESTIMATED TIME: 21 (1/2) MINUTES. ”
I nodded with approval, already smiling that we will make it in time.
Author's Note
I hope you like this story. It wasn't easy to imagine and plan.
Phantom War VII: Revenge of Havoc
Twilight and the Vamponies were at an ice archway when they heard drilling and they looked; seeing Scorponok coming out of the ground. He began to escort the group to a location when they were attacked. Twilight raised a shield around them and they took to the offensive. However; that was when hoaded figures came out, holding rifles, their leader looked at them with wide eyes.
Hooded Leader said with surprise “You aren’t undead. What are you Equestrians doing here?”
Twilight greeted “I am Twilight Sparkle; Princess of Friendship, Queen of Harmony, and Wife to Charming Thunder. You are…?”
The hooded figures lowered their cowls, revealing them as Griffins.
“I am Brann Bronzeclaw, one of three brothers of Clan Bronzeclaw.” The leading griffin said
Twilight replied “Bronzeclaw? Are you related to Muradin Bronzeclaw?”
Brann asked “How do you know of my ancestor?”
Twilight replied “My Husband and his brother; Danny Eclipse, are related to Arthas Solar.”
“Ah; I’ve heard of Arthas Solar. We have wanted to get back at him for a long time now for what he did to Muradin.” Brann replied with a nod.
Twilight proposed “Well; I have a proposal for you then. Charming is leading a legion of ponies (Crystal and Equestrian), Changelings, Griffins, Minotaurs, Lordaeron Ponies, and Undead that turned against the Scourge. However; he needs more aid because Arthas is too powerful for him so the Vamponies, led by me, are here to get to him but we need to go through the underground city to reach to the Icecrown Citadel. Do you want to join us in defeating Arthas?”
Brann replied “You’re kidding? We would love to help you! Arthas made an enemy of us; it’s only right that we get back at him.”
Twilight added “Did I mention that this is somewhat of a rescue mission? Our plan is to face Arthas in combat and separate him from Frostmourne. I think Danny also said something about going into his mind to allow him to talk to Arthas from the inside.”
Brann had a look of anger “What do you mean? Arthas is beyond redemption!”
“How could you say that!? You knew nothing about the Lich King, but Danny does!” Twilight shouted back.
Brann demanded “How then!?”
Twilight replied “Because he is The Chronicler!”
Brann and the Griffins backed up, completely surprised.
Brann asked “So… he knows everything about the Lich King?”
Twilight shouted “Yes! Danny knows that the Original Lich King used Frostmourne to make Arthas go deeper and deeper into insanity. And Danny; who is the aspect of Insanity, is going to restore his ponity and, no doubt, free Arthas from his insanity.”
Brann went to talk to the other griffins and when they finished, they turned to Twilight.
“We still think Arthas is beyond redemption. I regret to inform you that you cannot press forward. Death awaits you, Queen Twilight Sparkle.” Brann replied.
Twilight’s eyes glowed in anger and she began to let out a growl. The Vamponies felt a fight beginning to tense up.
Twilight demanded “You WILL let us pass!”
Brann shook his head “No. You will have to kill us all to get through.”
Before anyone could say anything; Scorponok’s eyes began to glow blue and a hologram of me appeared.
“Brann Bronzeclaw; you will comply with Twilight’s wishes or you will be slaughtered for treason. I am Danny Eclipse; leader of the Vamponies and Savior of the Griffin Empire. If you don’t let them pass; I will consider this treason and they will have every reason to kill you. Now; let them pass.”
Brann replied “I fear that I won’t allow it.”
“Fine then. Brann Bronzeclaw; you and your griffins have committed treason against the Alliance and now seen as an enemy of the Alliance.”
That was enough for Twilight and she pulled out her Scythe and cut Brann in half. The other griffins attempted to attack but the Vamponies killed them. They began to continue, heading towards the Griffin base. The hologram ended and Scorponok followed them, readying his weapons for battle.
Later…
Twilight and the Vamponies were walking through a tunnel that Scorponok had made for them. When they came out, they find themselves in a frozen forest. Scorponok arrived to them and activates a hologram of me.
“Alright, you are very close to Icecrown Citadel. It is only a matter of time before you arrive to meet with Charming’s forces. When you do arrive; join up with them. I’ll be there in-“
Rainbow’s voice shouted “Danny! Trypticon is detecting a massive force of undead scourge heading towards Charming and his legion’s position! They are going to be surrounded at this point.”
“Looks like we need to change plans. Twilight; I need you and the vamponies to run to his position as fast as you can.” A hologram of a map appeared in front of me. It showed the entire landscape and the red arrow pointed to Twilight’s current position while there was a green wave heading towards a blue wave, which is back away. “Twilight; you and the vamponies are the red arrow. You are to meet with Charming and his forces; which is the blue wave. The Scourge is the green wave. We will arrive before you do so Nemesis should provide enough firepower support to push them back.”
Twilight nodded and the Vamponies began to run towards Charming’s location. Scorponok went underground to get ahead of them.
Author's Note
Sorry is this is short. I was thinking about letting the big fun part for the next chapter.
Phantom War VII: Revenge of Havoc
The Siege of Icecrown Citadel
Me and the girls were on the takeoff deck and I have sent Soundwave ahead and Trypticon was approaching from above to attack the undead forces. Me, Rainbow, Sonata, and Trixie had some boards. They were Extreme Gear, a little gadget that Soundwave made for me and the others. My Extreme Gear was made for ‘Speed’ and it was black with some white streaks on it. Rainbow’s Extreme Gear was made for ‘Speed’ as well. Her Extreme Gear color was color was cyan with rainbow streaks on it. Sonata’s Extreme Gear was made for ‘Fly’ and help her control the skies better. Her Extreme Gear was blue and had teal streaks on it. And Trixie’s Extreme Gear was made for ‘Fly’, serving as the same function as Sonata’s. Trixie’s extreme gear color was cyan with no streaks. We smirked, looking at each other, before getting ready to go.
Meanwhile with Soundwave…
Soundwave was in his vehicle form and he approached Charming and his legion. When they heard his engines, they looked and see him approaching. When he was halfway there, he transformed and landed next to Charming, who was up in front. Charming was surprise to see Soundwave. Soundwave looked ahead; seeing the undead forces being led by none other than Kel’thuzad.
Kel’thuzad said to Charming “A machine? What makes this one change this battle.”
Soundwave said, speaking for what would be the first time in history “Decepticons Superior, Scourge Inferior.”
At that moment, they began to hear guns blazing and red laser blasts being shot down at the Scourge. They all looked and see the Nemesis coming out of the clouds. But when he began to make a pass, four figures jumped off the takeoff deck. It was none other than me and the girls. As we flew down, we didn’t fall off the Extreme Gear and we were doing some stunts as we came down. When we came close to the ground, the Extreme Gear began to go up and began to fly above the ground. We dashed towards Charming, smirking at the success of this new toy. When we arrived, we halted in front of him and got off the boards. I looked at Charming, who was in awe and shocked.
Charming asked “H-How are you-“
“We killed Havoc the same day you left the Crystal Empire to travel here in Northrend. Twilight and the Vamponies are took a shortcut to Icecrown Citadel, the same way Arthas took to meet against the Alliance led by Celestia 800 years ago. Scorponok just needed to make the tunnel due to the fact it collapsed.”
Charming nods “It explains where he went off to then.”
I turned to Kel’thuzad and his undead legion. The Nemesis began to fly above us, guns aiming at the Scourge.
“Kel’thuzad; Advisor to Lich King Arthas and leader of the Necromancer faction of the Scourge, if you surrender and take us to Arthas without any trouble, we won’t have to worry about your demise.”
Kel’thuzad replied “Ah, Danny Eclipse; Son of Princess Luna / Nightmare Moon and King Sombra, Guardian of the Dark Side, Former Leader of the Phantom Consortium, Current leader of Team Insanity, Leader of the Vampony Empire, Slayer of Havoc, Aspect of Insanity and Knowledge, Champion of Unicron the Destroyer, and King of the Ghost Realm. You are well known here; Danny Eclipse. A true son to the Dark Lord; that is for certain.”
“What are you talking about? Mephiles is the Dark Lord.”
Kel’thuzad replied “True; but he had TWO apprentices. Mephiles was Kil'jaeden’s master; thus it was originally Mephiles who created the Lich King. It was a shame that Mephiles killed Kil’jaeden after the failure of the Burning Legion.”
“I heard about that.”
“Tell me then; what about you?” Kel'thuzad asked.
“What do you mean?”
Kel’thuzad answered “I’m a Lich, one of many masters of dark magic. And I can sense tons of dark magic in your body. If anything, you are the pure essences of evil.”
“What are you implying!?”
Before Kel’thuzad could reply, Scorponok arrived from underground and we see the Combaticons approaching us. To follow them was the Vampony Empire.
Kel’thuzad said “I have overstayed my welcome here. Minions… kill them.”
The Scourge army charged at us. Kel’thuzad casted a teleportation spell and teleported himself away from the battlefield.
“Combaticons; transform and combine into Bruticus!”
Onslaught and his combaticons complied and formed into Bruticus.
Bruticus shouted “Bruticus online!”
“Bruticus, clear these undead out!”
“Roger that!” Bruticus replied.
Bruticus moved the helicopter part and began to use the part as a shield and he began to walk forward. The mindless undead charged right into it, only to get destroyed into a million pieces. When the wave finally ended, Bruticus lowered the helicopter part and looked at me. I looked towards Charming, who was thinking about what Kel’thuzad was hinting about.
“Charming?”
He looked at me and smiled.
Charming answered a question about how he encountered Kel'thuzad “We were attacking the Wraithgate when Kel’thuzad confronted us.”
“Alright, we need to head to the Wraithgate and continue the attack.”
He nodded and we began to head towards Wraithgate.
Later…
We arrived to the place. I ordered Bruticus to break open the gate and he did it without much trouble. When he finished, Bruticus transformed back into the Combaticons. Me, Charming, Twilight, Rainbow, Sonata, Trixie, Sunset, and Applejack went inside. Soundwave and the Combaticons stayed outside to hold off the undead army that was approaching and they had Trypticon so they had the advantage. We arrived inside and began to arrive on the top level, where the frozen throne was located. When we arrived; we see the Lich King on his throne. Kel’thuzad was to his right, Anub'rekhan. In front of the throne, at the bottom steps, were three Death Knights and one Dreadlord. I gasped at the sight of the Dreadlord, his presence felt familiar to me. Almost like that time back in Tartarus during my meeting with Tirek. They looked at us.
Fearoth greeted “Well, well, well. If it isn’t the heroes of Equestria. Come to save your cousin; Danny and Charming?”
Charming nodded “Yes.”
Fearoth smirked “Too bad; you will need to get through us first!”
We charged at them. The Death Knights pulled out their runeblades and clashed blades with Twilight, Trixie, and Sonata. They were at a stalemate. While they were at it; me, Charming, Sunset, and Applejack went past them. Fearoth tried to attack us, but I fired a ghost ray at him, causing him to go back.
Charming said “Arthas, Son of Celestia,” Undead Ghouls began to approach them from behind. Sunset and Applejack turned to them and began to fight them to hold them off. “Too long have you sat on that throne.” Fearoth tried to get up and run but he was stopped by my clone that I have sent to hold him down. “Ner'zhul.” Arthas looked towards him, recognizing the name easily. “I release you, great spirit.”
Charming went to extend his horn to Arthas’ head but he only chuckled. Charming pulled back when he heard it, seeing that Arthas was holding Frostmourne in his hoof.
Arthas replied “You have no power here; Charming Thunder.”
Charming’s magic began to grow, consuming his entire being. This caused Arthas to be pushed back, deep into his throne. He lost his grip on Frostmourne.
Charming said “I will draw you out Ner’zhul like poison from a wound.”
He began to approach slowly again, his horn flaring with magic. This action made Arthas pushed back again.
'Arthas' threatened “If I go, Arthas dies.”
Charming pushed again, making the Lich King pushed back into his throne.
“You will not kill me, you will not kill him.” Charming said with confidence.
The Lich King pushes slightly to lift his head.
'Arthas' said “The Scourge is mine.”
Charming pushes once again.
Charming shouted “Begone!”
Arthas tried to lung at Charming, but he hit his horn and began to glow. Suddenly, Ner'zhul’s spirit was launched out of Arthas. Acting quickly, I pulled out a thermos and made Ner’zhul’s spirit go inside the Thermos and I quickly put the cap on it, preventing Ner’zhul from escaping. We all looked as Arthas’ coat began to change from bone white back to golden color. We looked as Frotstmourne no longer whispering dark whispers. We heard a flashing sound and we turned, seeing Celestia and Luna. The fight against the three death knights ended when Ner’zhul’s spirit left Arthas. Celestia came to Arthas’ side as he began to regain color and returned to his young self. When it finished, Arthas looked at Celestia and hugged her. Both were crying tears.
Arthas said “Mother? Is it really you? After so many years of being in darkness, your presence is like a light in the night sky.”
Before anything could be said, we heard a grunt and we looked; seeing Fearoth getting up from beating my clone off guard. We began to approach him and we see Fearoth chuckling.
Fearoth said “Well, looks like you win yet again.”
“Who are you, really?”
Fearoth replied “Why; I am the one who have started this. My henchman was the one who freed the Lich King and Havoc.”
Charming demanded “Why though!?”
“Tell me this, Danny. Did you ever wonder why you were so powerful in the dark side?” Fearoth asked for no reason.
The question caught us all off guard.
“What do you mean?”
Fearoth replied “I mean; how would it possible if Luna was pregnant and gave birth to you and Sombra happens to be your father while Charming is born the exact same time, day, year as you were. Didn’t you ever wonder about that?”
I began to think about it. Now that you think about it; Luna never lost her virginity back then and records reported nothing about Luna giving birth but I thought it was just Celestia and Luna covering it up so I wouldn’t get in danger.
“I’ve thought about it but I thought it was just Celestia and Luna covering their tracks.”
We began to hear Fearoth chuckling before bursting into laughter. He looked at Luna, smirking.
Fearoth asked “You mean to tell me that he doesn’t know?”
“What don’t I know!?”
Fearoth turned to me and Charming.
Fearoth said “Luna and Sombra aren’t your real parents. They mixed their DNA within you by using a Genetic Spell to hide the TRUE identity of your mother and father, because they feared you would turn on them.”
That got me and Charming to look at him with disbelief.
“You’re lying.”
Fearoth asked “Am I? Why not tell that,” he pointed to his left, which was our right “to her.”
We looked and see a black smoke cloud forming. Suddenly, a female hedgehog came out of the smoke. She had black fur and had teal steaks. Her eyes were neon green with slit pupils. She wore a crown on her head, which was black and had green jewels on it.
The female hedgehog asked with uncertainty “D-Danny?”
That voice. It rang in my ears and I grabbed my head in pain. Something was there, in the back of my head. Suddenly, it began to clear up.
[Flashback]
I was no more than the size of a foal, looking up. There, I see a hedgehog. It was none other than my mom. I laughed my foal laughter and I heard mom saying ‘aw’ as she picked me up. Suddenly, the door opened and she looked as I did. I see another hedgehog, like my mom but had grey streaks and looked like a male. It was my dad and he looked tired.
Dad shouted with warning “Mana; Celestia and Luna are coming! You need to run with the child!”
Before Mom could reply, there was a bang and we looked, seeing two alicorns. Mom began to turn and run but Luna gave chase. Mana ran out the back door and continue to run until she lost Luna. She looked at me, who was crying. She comfort me and began to sing her lullaby.
Sung in tune of Come Little Children
Sung mainly by Mana the Hedgehog
Come little children I'll take thee away, into a land of Enchantment
Come little children the time's come to play here in my garden of Shadows
She continue to hum her melody. It was so beautiful.
Follow sweet children I'll show thee the way through all the pain and the Sorrows
Weep not poor childlen for life is this way murdering beauty and Passions
She began to hum her melody.
Hush now dear children it must be this way to weary of life and Deceptions
Rest now my children for soon we'll away into the calm and the Quiet
She continue to sing, when it came time to sing again, she did so.
Come little children I'll take thee away, into a land of Enchantment
Come little children the time's come to play here in my garden of Shadows
I began to feel tired. It was the same song that always put me to sleep. I began to see her approach a stallion and gave him the basket she put me in.
Mana told the stallion “I want you to take this to Princesses Celestia and Luna. Tell them to watch over my little child and love him like he was their own.”
Mana paid the stallion a lot and told him not to reveal who gave him the basket. I fell asleep, knowing it was going to be the last time before I see my mommy. She kissed my forehead and I fell asleep.
[Flashback Ended]
I began to blink several times. There, deep within my memory, was how I was born and who were my actual parents. Mana the Hedgehog was my mother while Mephiles the Dark was my father. I looked over to Mana, my memory of my birth all the way to where she sealed my memories to keep me safe. I began to cry before I rush to her, hugging her. Mana was crying herself, hugging me with joy and happiness. There were some ‘aws’ from all around. Fearoth took his chance and disappeared into the shadows. Charming looked at me and Mana. Celestia and Luna looked at each other before nodded, knowing they will accept what fate had just happened.
Luna said “Come now, let’s go home. We can talk when we get back.”
Mana looked at Luna and Celestia with fear. But they welcomed her with open hooves and they began to walk away, heading back to the Crystal Empire.
Author's Note
I hope you like it and what a plot twist. Danny; being the Son of Mana the Hedgehog and Mephiles the Dark! What else do you think will happen in the next chapter?
Phantom War VII: Revenge of Havoc
The True History about Danny Eclipse
We were on The Nemesis’ bridge. It was the first time for Mana, Luna, Celestia, Arthas, Charming, and Twilight’s first time inside The Nemesis. They were admiring the work of the ship and The Nemesis was heading towards to the Crystal Empire. The arrival time will be about an hour or two due to harsh weather, which I didn’t mind. I turned to the others, who were all talking to each other. Charming was talking to Twilight about something. I began to walk to them and went to Rainbow, Sonata, and Trixie.
Charming said with surprise “I can’t believe that we can give the power of Cybertronian transformation to other ponies.”
“I did it to only to my mates because I trust them with my life.”
Celestia nodded “You were right in your choice.”
“Thank you, Aunt Celestia.” I looked to my mom; Mana. “But I have some questions.”
Mana nodded, knowing what I was thinking about.
Mana replied “Let me start how I was created…”
“Wait; created?”
Mana nodded “Yes. You see; your father is the original mobian here in Equestria, he was lonely and wanted another of his kind here. So, he created me with the dark magic with King Sombra and a little from Luna in her jealousy. When I was created, we started like friends and then… it happened. When we had you, Mephiles heard that his apprentice; Sombra, had a child at the same time as we had you. So, your father looked deep into it and then he say a prophecy.”
“Prophecy?” Luna asked.
Mana replied “Yes. It was known as ‘The Prophecy of Light and Shadow’. It tells that the son of Sombra will bring light into the world while the son of Mephiles would bring in the darkness. Originally, Charming represents that light while Danny represents that darkness. That is why they became-“
“Guardians of the Light and Dark Side.”
Mana nodded and Charming began to think about it.
Charming said “How odd…”
Mana continued “Anyway, that was when the world began to have Aspects. Mephiles became the Aspect of Darkness, Celestia became the Aspect of the Day while Luna became the Aspect of the Night. Celestia and Luna, hearing that Mephiles was spreading his dark nature into the world, tried to kill him. But due to him being able to control the darkness around him, he was almost impossible to defeat. So, they used the Elements of Harmony on him, weakening him to the point where he could have lost his mobian form. Celestia and Luna could have finished him there but they, too, were too weak to finish him off. So, they sent him into Tartarus in Equus’ most powerful chains to remain in Tartarus forever. However, Mephiles swore he will return to bring Celestia and Luna to their end. By the time they return to rest easy, that was when they received you from me. I sealed your memories and powers to keep you safe.”
“Wait; how am I a pony if I was born from two mobians?”
Mana answered “Due to me being created from the dark magic of Sombra and Luna; it would be reason that you would be born as a pony. You were an alicorn too, so Celestia and Luna couldn’t hurt you. But to make your disguise good, I used my powers to withdraw your alicorn form into your mind and locked it away and made you look like a Pegasus. Luna loved you the moment she got you and adopted you. So; to hide who you truly were, Luna and Sombra (unknowingly) used a genetic spell on you to hide your true appearance. But Luna, while I was created with some of her dark magic, was your blood mother so you are still related to Luna and Sombra.”
“So I am still related to Charming?”
Mana nodded and I sigh with relaxation. Thank Luna that I was still Charming’s brother.
Mana said “Anyway; every year, around Hearth’s Warming Day, I would send you presents.”
“That explains why I got so many presents from an unknown person.”
Luna added “So it was YOU who sent those presents. I was wondering why Danny was getting so many presents.”
“But how was I still getting them from Clockwork?”
Mana replied “Oh, Clockwork talked to me first before going to Celestia. I approved of you going to train as long as I could still send you those presents and know you have been. When I got the picture of your new appearance, it took me a bit to adjust to the new you. Clockwork told me that when Dan Phantom had awoken your time powers that Mephiles had, I was the one who told him to get you to learn how to use it. Because I knew someday… you would have to defeat your father in combat.”
“What do you mean?”
Mana sigh with a sort of happiness “Danny, you’re father became corrupted shortly after he became the true Aspect of Darkness. Now; when you unlock your true Aspect power, you will; if not be better, be able to fight your father.”
That was a lot to take in. So Mephiles is corrupted… I always thought he was evil.
“Was there ever a time when he was… not evil?”
Mana smiled warmly and hugged me.
Mana said in my ear “Yes. Before he became an Aspect; he created me and he was so kind and nice. He was even romantic with me and respected everyone who didn’t judge us. Mephiles never showed any hints of being evil, just pure love and harmony. And when we had you; he was never angry or upset. No, he was prepared for this and he helped me. Even now; I still sense the good in him. Even if he is truly corrupted, I know he will forever love me, even in the darkest of times. And when I am at the brink of being killed, I know he will be there to save me and protect me from all danger.”
Celestia said, and I could swear I think she was thinking of a way to ruin the moment “I doubt he will be able to come and save you while he is in the pits of Tartarus.”
Mana said to Celestia, catching what Celestia was trying to attempt “There is nothing he won’t do to get freed and come to save me and Danny with his love for us.”
I hugged Mana again and we sat down. After what was like hours, I looked at Charming.
“I think it is time we unlocked our Aspect powers.”
Everyone turned to me and Charming; who was shocked as well.
Charming replied nervously “Are- are you sure? We don’t know what will happen.”
“We have completed the other two trials without even knowing it. We should at least complete the third and final trial.”
Charming began to think about it before nodding.
“When do we do it?” Charming asked.
“A week from now, in Ponyville.”
Everyone nodded and cheered along with me and Charming.
Meanwhile…
In the dark chamber of what would look like a hellish throne room, a figure came out of the shadows. It was none other than Fearoth.
Fearoth said “Damn; that plan failed… but it did show some promise.” He looked at his claw-like hands. “Even though I am still too weak, it is only a matter of time before I am truly unlocked and freed.”
Suddenly, Fearoth’s body began to turn black and morph into something else. When the morph ended, what should ‘Fearoth’ was now Mephiles.
Mephiles continued “Now that I have confirmed that Danny is, really, my son… this helps my plans a lot. But my dear Mana…” He looked up, thinking about his time with Mana before it was interrupted. “No! I will not dwell on the past!” An orb of purple energy came to him and it became a small figure of Danny. “My plans are in motion. It will take about three months but I will be able to make my plans into a reality. Once I use Danny to use the Summoning Stones that Celestia has, I’ll be able to walk on the surface world once again.” Mephiles walks over to a nearby mirror. Suddenly, the reflection of Mephiles began to fade like he was doing right now. Then, the image changed to what looked like a massive cell. Inside the cell was another Mephiles but this one had his eyes closed and he was bounded by golden and bluish black chains. On the ground platform where the other Mephiles was in was a magical sealing dome marker, preventing the other Mephiles from leaving the ground platform circle. “Soon, my son will set me free from my chains and I will shroud this entire world into darkness.”
Mephiles began to laugh loudly. Lucky for him that the room was sound-proof, otherwise the two figures outside the door would have heard everything.
Author's Note
I hope you like this. I'm going to make a Side Story named "Trials of Harmony and Insanity" followed by a Mini-story that will be a LONG one.