My Little Pony - The Legend of Friendshipby DanieruChapters2. Another boring day - Part 23. Ticket Terror4. I don't need help5. Prankster6. Great and Powerful Boasting7. Dragonphobia8. Star Twinkle Alone9. The Evil Enchantress10. Little Pests11. Winter Mess Up12. Cutie Mark Crusaders Honorary Member - Part 113. Cutie Mark Crusaders Honorary Member - Part 214. Running of the Leaves Race15. Does this suit me?16. Don't question Pinkie Pie...17. The Sonic Rainboom18. Putting on a Show19. Save the Lady20. Green is my color but...21. You gotta share...22. Surprise Party23. Star Twinkle is ill24. A Day to remember25. A New Life26. The Worst Night EverSeason 2 Intro - A Storm is coming27. The Lord of Chaos - Part 128. The Lord of Chaos - Part 229. Friendship Lessons30. Nightmare Night31. Forcing a Cutie Mark32. Into the Storm33. The Perfect Pet34. Ponyville's Hero35. Generous Greedy Dragon36. A Hearth's Warming Play37. In front of the Storm38. Get Applejack back!39. Quality vs Quantity40. Becoming an Egghead41. Center of the Storm - Part 142. Center of the Storm - Part 243. Center of the Storm - Part 344. Coupling is Bad...45. Monster Fluttershy46. A Waste of Time47. Great and Powerful Downfall48. How to be a Dragon49. Gabby Gums50. The Great Cake-Mystery51. Trouble in Canterlot - Part 152. Trouble in Canterlot - Part 2Season 3 Intro - Darkness in the Moonlight53. The lost Empire - Part 154. The lost Empire - Part 255. Too much Fun!56. One Bad Hammer57. Great and Powerful Revenge58. Outcasts - Part 159. Outcasts - Part 260. Outcasts - Part 361. Wonderbolt recruits62. Return of Chaos63. A harsh welcome64. A true, true Friend65. DestinySeason 4 Intro - Who am I?66. Connection - Part 167. Connection - Part 268. Looking for answers...69. Symphony of the Night70. Don't you Dare!71. Bearer of the Flag72. Go Go Power Ponies!73. Flutter like a Bat!74. Big trouble in the big town75. Lying Rainbow76. Chaos in the house77. A Super Weird Party Pony78. Ghosts, Wizards & Witches - Part 179. Ghosts, Wizards & Witches - Part 280. The Music in you81. Ponyville celebrities82. A Breeze in the Wind83. Foalsitter Star Twinkle84. Sister Pie85. The Miracle Curative Tonic86. Let's trade!87. Ponyville's new look88. The Games89. A Friend from the Past - Part 190. A Friend from the Past - Part 291. A Friend from the Past - Part 3Season 5 Intro - Free again92. Our Town - Part 193. Our Town - Part 294. A Castle in Ponyville95. Winter is Coming96. Troublemakers97. More Friends, More Chaos98. Griffonstone99. Secrets of Canterlot100. A day in Ponyville101. Yaks102. Old Friends?103. Nightmares104. Rarity on the Case105. The Midsummer Theatre Revival106. Chase after Summershine107. The Marks are on!108. Pinkie Secret109. Rock-Hearth Warming Eve110. Too Scary?111. The Smokey Mountains112. The Countess113. Re-Marked - Part 1114. Re-Marked - Part 2115. The Other Half - Part 1116. The Other Half - Part 2117. The Other Half - Part 31. Another boring day - Part 12. Another boring day - Part 22. Another boring day Part 2 Panic has spread really quickly after the appearance of Nightmare Moon and her everlasting night. Nightmare Moon was just evilly laughing while everypony was in shock. The Mayor ordered a group of Royal Guards, to attack Nightmare Moon, but she used her magic to stop them. After that, she transformed back into this blue mist and left the town hall. A blue Pegasus followed her, probably trying to stop her. Star Twinkle could just watch and was left paralyzed by the whole situation until some ponies spoke up. “What are we gonna do?” “The Horror! The Horror!” "A disaster! Terrible, terrible disaster!" Those were just some of the words that could be heard in the town hall of Ponyville after Nightmare Moons visit. The mayor tried to calm every pony down and gave some orders to the royal guard. While listening to the Mayors speech Star Twinkle noticed how the purple unicorn from before left the town hall. Star Twinkle also left the town hall and looked up into the sky. “Oh no.” he said in shock. Shocked by sight and the realization that the sky will look dark like this left Star Twinkle in a mix of Confusion and frustration. “What now? Is this time for panic? Argh! I don't even know what is going on! What are you gonna do in times like this?” While still in confusion, Star Twinkle noticed how a group of ponies ran past him "Come on everypony, we need to follow her! She is maybe the only pony who knows what's going on” It came from an orange pony who was leading a group of ponies to follow her. He figured that she is talking about that purple unicorn that knew about Nightmare Moon. Star Twinkle decided to follow the group of ponies without them noticing him. He didn't know exactly why he followed them, probably to get some answers is what he was saying to himself. They all walked into a Treehouse , which Star Twinkle recognized It was the golden oak library, Ponyvilles only library to be exact as far as Star Twinkle knew. He didn't even know how it looked like from the inside. But before he went inside, he suddenly realized something. “Wait! Should I just go in? I barely know any of those ponies. Sure there were some familiar faces but...does that matter at times like this?” He eventually decided to look from the outside through a window he carefully opened, so that he wouldn't be noticed. He looked around in the room, only to find out that he actually knew everypony in the room. First, he looked at the orange Earth-Pony with the yellow mane and the hat. “That pony works at Sweet Apple Acre. Was it Applejack? Me and Steel Hammer had to do some repairs on their farm before. ” He then looked at the blue Pegasus with the rainbow-colored mane. “I saw her taking care of the weather before, but I am not sure about her name” His eyes then turned to the white Unicorn with the purple mane. “She works at Carousel Boutique, I think she makes dresses, I don't know her name, dresses really don't speak to me ” He switched his eyes to the yellow Pegasus with the pink mane. “I saw this pony before too, she usually is in company with some animals, I don't know her name either. I don't think I have ever seen her speaking with anypony before” Then he looked at the completely pink Earth-Pony. “That's Pinkie Pie, she works at Sugarcube Corner, it's pretty hard not to know her in Ponyville” Lastly, he looked at the purple colored Unicorn with the multicolored dark purple mane. ”And she is the pony that arrived today in Ponyville and knew about Nightmare Moon. She probably knows even more about what is going on right now” Just after saying that, Star Twinkle realized something. ”What am I doing? They are talking for a while now and I haven't even listened to one word they said. I should probably start listening...” he said while focusing on the conversation this time. The purple unicorn lifted with her magic a book out of a shelf and began reading out loud of it. ”There are six Elements of Harmony, but only five are known: Kindness, Laughter, Generosity, Honesty and Loyalty. The sixth is a complete mystery. It is said, the last known location of the five elements was in the ancient castle of the royal pony sisters. It is located in what is now..... “ she seemed to struggle with the last word “The Everfree Forest?!” “But isn't that this creepy forest full of monsters and other scary stuff...and...and, “ the yellow pony said but Just speaking of it seems to scare the yellow Pegasus so much that she couldn't continue. “Well. What are we waiting for!? Let's just go and find those elements so that we can stop Nightmare Moon” said the blue Pegasus The purple unicorn looked in concern. ”I'm sorry girls...” Without explanation, she ran out of the group and towards the door. Star Twinkle realizing that he had to hide just ducked under the window. The unicorn ran past Star Twinkle without her noticing him, making him let out a sigh of relief. The other ponies seem concerned and followed her outside, trying to catch up with her. And again Star Twinkle was hiding bellow the window in the hope nopony would see him, but he still remained hidden. They also ran past him without noticing him. “That was close,” he said in relief. Coming out of his hiding place, he did seem to be concerned too. “Are they really going to the Everfree Forest? It did seem like they didn't really know what to do. Something about Elements of Harmony and the Castle of the Royal Princesses. I followed them because I wanted answers and not more questions!” All the questions were multiplying in Star Twinkles head, but in all the confusion was one thing that he couldn't stop thinking about. The Elements of Harmony. They sounded so familiar for him but he was sure that he never heard of them before. Before he knew, he already followed the group of ponies. A little while later Star Twinkle found himself in front of the Everfree Forest. He slowly approached the entrance and nervously entered it while asking himself why he followed them in the first place. After he wandered a while, he heard a Noise behind a bush, which bought up his attention. “Hello?” He said nervously while looking at the bush, which was still shaking. After a little more shaking a giant beast jumped out of the bush and approached him. He let out a scream from the shock of this beast he just saw. Running away in fear from the beast he wondered what kind of creature it was. It looked like a lion, with a scorpion tail and wings. But due his fear, he came to the conclusion that he didn't really care about it. The beast didn't follow him and just seemed to be confused. He ran into a river and bumped head first into some big purple thing. “Ouch,” he said in pain. After snapping out from the crash, he looked up and realized that it was some kind of big snake. The Snake looked down to him and began to speak . “Hey, that kinda hurt!” said the big snake in a calm voice. Still in shock of the previous encounter, Star Twinkle knew only one thing to do now. He screamed again in fear and began to run again and jumped over some, what he believed to be purple rocks, that were conveniently placed so that he could cross the river. “Oh my, what a drama queen,“ the big snake said to himself while brushing his orange and purple mustache. Star Twinkle who seem to have cooled down, found himself in front of a bridge. He looked across the bridge and saw a big castle. He checked his surroundings to look for the other ponies but didn't saw anypony. “Are they already inside? Maybe they already found the elements?” While staying positive, he also seems to be worried. The more he caught up to them, the more he got nervous and the more he thought about what he could do to help. After all, he still didn't know what those Elements of Harmony were supposed to be or how they could stop Nightmare Moon. While still thinking about his options, he saw a bright light in one of the towers of the castle. All the things he thought about just vanished in an instant and he ran towards the castle. He ran up the stairs of the tower from where he saw the light. As he ran up he heard some familiar voices. ”Twilight!” a bunch of voices shouted in the distance. Star Twinkle recognized the voices and hurried. The voices were coming closer and closer as he made his way up the tower. He finally arrived at the top and saw all six ponies as well as Nightmare Moon. ”You think you can destroy The Elements of Harmony just like that? Well, you're wrong, because the spirits of The Elements of Harmony are right here!.” “What?” said Nightmare Moon in surprise . Star Twinkle was hiding in the background, to see what was about to happen. “Applejack, who reassured me when I was in doubt, represents the spirit of... honesty!” ”Fluttershy, who tamed the manticore with her compassion, represents the spirit of... kindness!” ”Pinkie Pie, who banished fear by giggling in the face of danger, represents the spirit of... laughter!” ”Rarity, who calmed a sorrowful serpent with a meaningful gift represents the spirit of... generosity!” “And Rainbow Dash, who could not abandon her friends for her own heart's desire represents the spirit of... loyalty!” All of the ponies had some kind of crystal shards orbiting around them. “You still don't have the sixth Element! The spark didn't work!” ”But it did! A different kind of spark. I felt it the very moment I realized how happy I was to hear you, to see you, how much I cared about you. The spark ignited inside me when I realized that you all... are my friends! You see, Nightmare Moon, when those Elements are ignited by the... the spark, that resides in the heart of us all, it creates the sixth element: the element of... magic!” All six ponies levitated in the air and were engulfed by a bright light. Each of the shards turned into a necklace, which resembled their Cutie-Mark and the purple unicorn got a crown, with her Cutie mark on her head. ”Yes! They did it!” Star Twinkle said with a bright smile on his face. They all landed back on the ground waiting for something to happen. But... Nothing... There was no reaction from the elements anymore no light, no levitating nothing. Nopony understood what went wrong, even Nightmare Moon was confused by the situation, not to mention that Star Twinkle had no idea what was going on in the first place. “I don't understand. The book said....The Elements, the castle....ehm” the purple unicorn said in desperation. So Nightmare Moon declared her victory over the six ponies. ”Mh Mh Mh MUAHAHAHAHAHA! Looks like your precious elements have lost their power! With the elements out of my way, nopony will ever be able to stop me! You lost my little ponies!” A huge gasp filled the room as they just realized that they failed Nightmare Moon used her magic to summon some lightning bolts, which attacked the ponies, leaving them defeated on the ground. Star Twinkle could just watch how they all fall to the ground, defeated by Nightmare Moon ”No...this can't be happening,” The purple unicorn said in exhaustion. Nightmare Moons spell seemed to have weakened them too much that they couldn't even get back on their hooves. There was only the laughter of Nightmare Moon that filled the room which only demoralized the six ponies even more. Seeing them helpless on the ground, made Star Twinkle fell helpless as well. ”Common...move! You have to do something!...but what? What can I possibly do?” he said, struggling with himself. Nightmare Moon was ready to prepare another spell to finish of the Six ponies while Star Twinkle still stood in the background paralyzed from fear. "Common! The elements are the only thing that can stop Nightmare Moon. If they are gone, then it's over for Equestria! Common Star Twinkle just do something meaningful for once in your life!” The whole situation was putting a huge pressure on Star Twinkle. Should he go help them? But what could he do? The worst thing that could happen is that he is being defeated by Nightmare Moon and who knows what she would do to them? Nightmare Moon prepared to shoot out a beam out of her horn but stopped after she realized Star Twinkle. ”No!” Star Twinkle shouted as he jumped between the six ponies and Nightmare Moon, leading her to stop her magic for a second. ”Who are you? What are you doing!?” The purple unicorn asked. ”I have no idea!” he replied ”I don't know who you are, but it doesn't matter! May you share the fate of these ponies!” Nightmare Moon began to shoot a magic beam to the seven ponies and since Star Twinkle was in front of them, he would be hit first, so he closed his eyes out of fear. When suddenly. Star Twinkles was now also engulfed in a bright light like the other six ponies before him, which stopped the magic of Nightmare Moon. Confused by what is happing to him, he just silently accepted it. Once again a huge gasp filled the room as everypony watched Star Twinkle. Suddenly the crown of the purple unicorn shot out a laser at Star Twinkle. It formed another necklace which had a white star as a symbol. ”Another element?” she said in surprise. ”What? Since when are there seven Elements of Harmony?” Nightmare Moon said in shock. All the elements began to shine once again together with their bearers, who floated above the ground. Creating a rainbow, that attacked Nightmare Moon. Nightmare Moon was engulfed from the rainbow. ”Noooooo! Nooooooooooooo!” the beams of the rainbow circled around her and seem to have defeated her. After the attack was done, everypony were bathing in a bright light that filled the whole room. The seven ponies were all laying on the ground but slowly got up again. Star Twinkle woke up but was still weakened from the shock but he could hear the voices from the other ponies. But he was too exhausted to recognize the immediately. Star Twinkle was still laying on the ground but was relieved how everything turned out. He managed to shake off his shock and tried to get up. ”Need some help?” a familiar voice said to him. Star Twinkle looked up and he saw how the purple Unicorn was offering her hoof, to get him back up. ”Yes...” He took her hoof and got back on his hooves ”Thanks...um” ”Twilight” she Introduced herself, followed by a smile. ”Twilight” Also followed by a light smile from Star Twinkle. ”Gee, Twilight! I thought you were just spoutin' a lot of hooey, but I reckon we really do represent the elements of friendship.” ”Indeed, you do.” a gentle voice said from afar. The Sun was rising and a sphere of light appeared in front of them, banishing the eternal night, Nightmare Moon that created. The Sphere turned out to be Princess Celestia Naturally everypony was bowing before her, except Twilight, who approached her. ”Princess Celestia.” she excitingly said. ”Twilight Sparkle, my faithful student. I knew you could do it.” ”But... you told me it was all an old pony tale.“ ”I told you that you needed to make some friends, nothing more. I saw the signs of Nightmare Moon's return and I knew it was you who had the magic inside to defeat her, but you could not unleash it until you let true friendship into your heart. Now if only another will as well. Princess Luna!” Princess Celestia approached the defeated Nightmare Moon, whose appearance had changed into a slightly smaller pony. Princess Luna seemed to be scared, facing her sister after all she has done. But Princess Celestia just kneeled down trying to comfort her. ”It has been a thousand years since I have seen you like this. Time to put our differences behind us. We were meant to rule together, little sister. Will you accept my friendship?” she said trying to comfort her. Everypony was waiting for Princess Lunas answer. Princess Luna just approached Princess Celestia with tears in her eyes hugging her in the process. As they both hugged each other Pinkie Pie began to tear up ... At least for a while... ”Hey, you know what this calls for? A PARTY!” ”Yea, let's go back to Ponyville and celebrate!” Said the blue Pegasus who seemed to be full of energy again. ”Yes let's go back” Said Princess Celestia after helping up Princess Luna. Star Twinkle wasn't a fan of parties so he was about to say that he will go home, but was interrupted by Twilight. “Common,” Twilight said in excitement. Twilight grabbed Star Twinkles hoof in her excitement. ”What? Me too?” he asked confused. ”Of course” she happily said. ”We couldn't defeat Nightmare Moon if it wasn't for you,” said the yellow Pegasus in a shy tone. ”Yes! We also have to celebrate for having a new friend” The pink pony added happily. Star Twinkle didn't know what to say, cause he never heard someone calling him a friend before. ”I'm your friend?” He asked confused. ”Well. Duh. It's also better than sneaking up on us without us noticing *grin*” “Wait! How did yo-” Interrupted by the white unicorn he stopped to continue his sentence. “I think we were not introduced before?” ”Um Yea,” he said embarrassed, even though he knew some of their names but he thought that it would be inappropriate to say that he was following them in secret. ”So what's your name? Unless you want us to keep calling you “You”.” The orange pony jokingly asked. They all awaited his answer. He felt kinda uncomfortable being stared at from so many ponies, but he managed to introduce himself. “It's Star Twinkle” They all went back to Ponyville where they were greeted by all the ponies. But Twilight seemed a bit sad, so Princess Celestia asked her if something was wrong. ”Why so glum, my faithful student? Are you not happy that your quest is complete and you can return to your studies in Canterlot?” ”That's just it. Just when I learned how wonderful it is to have friends, I have to leave them.” Princess Celestia understood and had an idea. ”Spike, take a note, please.” The purple creature, Star Twinkle saw before, took out a scroll and noticed everything the Princess said. ”I, Princess Celestia, hereby decree that the unicorn Twilight Sparkle shall take on a new mission for Equestria. She must continue to study the magic of friendship. She must report to me her findings from her new home in Ponyville.” ”Oh thank you, Princess Celestia! I'll study harder than ever before,” she said while the other five ponies comforted her in a big group hug. As Star Twinkle was about to leave the picture, Pinkie Pie dragged him into the group hug. He wasn't used to this kind of treatment, but he didn't seem to mind for the moment. Steel Hammer watched from afar and couldn't believe his eyes. ”I don't know what happened, but he looks happy, so I guess it's okay he he he,” he said with a smile on his face. After the day was over, Star Twinkle returned to his cottage and lied down on his bed, with a bugged expression on his face. ”Well. Today was very exhausting. I went through the Everfree Forest, I fought an evil pony who was trapped in the moon for thousand years, I was chosen by one of the Elements of Harmony AND helped to save all of Equestria.” While thinking about his words he just said, he realized that he could only think about those six ponies, who he could now call his friends. Which makes his expression turn into a smile. ”But...I would say....today was not...another boring day” And with those words he closed his eyes and began to sleep. So that he could wake up soon enough to start his next day in Ponyville. 3. Ticket TerrorIt was the day after Nightmare Moons return. Star Twinkle was working together with Steel Hammer. They are both carrying some wooden planks and walk down the road of Ponyville while talking about the recent events. "So let me get this straight, I mean in case I got something wrong" "Okay" Steel Hammer took a moment to collect his thoughts, before asking. "So after Nightmare Moons return, you thought it would be a good idea to go to the Everfree Forest" "I didn't think it was a good idea but yes" "To help some ponies to find something called The Elements of Harmony" "Yes" "Which were the reason why Nightmare Moon was imprisoned in the moon in the first place" "Yes" "And you were chosen by one of those Elements of Harmony" "Yes" "Which means that you pretty much helped to save all of Equestria" "Yes" "But not only that! You also had the chance to meet Princess Celestia in person" "Yes. What do you think?" With an exciting face , he waited for Steel Hammers answer. "Well, I guess it would have been better if I was there to see it myself." Star Twinkle was clearly surprised by that answer. "You don't believe me?" "I do! It's just hard picturing YOU in all this! I saw you with all those other ponies so, I guess that's enough" "Well, thank you," he said, giving Steel Hammer a rather disappointing look." He looked up at the sky, thinking about what happened and what it meant for him. "Yes...it is really hard to believe..." A few days later A little time later after the whole Nightmare Moon incident, everything seemed normal again in Ponyville. With the exception of Star Twinkles life, who now spends most of his time with his new friends. The only thing that bothers him now is the meaning of his element, which still remains unknown. "Honesty, Kindness, Laughter, Generosity, Loyalty, Magic and …." Star Twinkle was sitting outside of a restaurant on his table was an empty plate, meaning that he ate something there. "And what!? Urgh! Not even Princess Celestia knew anything about a seventh element!" He lied his head down on the table out of frustration. "Why am I even thinking about that? I mean Nightmare Moon is defeated, so there is no reason to use the Elements of Harmony again. Right?" He became silent for a moment, trying to find an answer, but couldn't find one. "Why is my mind so focused on the elements? It's sometimes the only thing I can think about. But why?" He lifted his head up again and put on a fake smile to cheer himself up again. "Enough of that! I am probably the only one who has to worry about unnecessary things like that." "I CAN'T DECIDE!" Star Twinkle was startled by a loud voice coming from a table behind him. He turned around and saw how Twilight and Spike sat on another table. The waiter left the table, so Twilight seemed to have made her order. They didn't seem to notice Star Twinkle, so he first thought about leaving them alone. But Twilight was clearly bothered by something, so Star Twinkle left his table and approached them. "Is something wrong?" Twilight and Spike noticed him and greeted him with a smile. He asked what that before was all about, so they explained it to him. Apparently Princess Celestia has given Twilight two tickets for something called "The Grand Galloping Gala" . But Twilight couldn't decide who should get one ticket and who doesn't. "Oh yeah, that's a problem" "Do you know what I should do?" She asked Star Twinkle in desperation. But Star Twinkle just shakes his head, much to the disappointment to Twilight. Star Twinkle was thinking about, what he would have done if he was in her position. But in the end, he was glad that he didn't have to decide, but he couldn't say that to her. "What is this "Grand Galloping Gala" anyway?" "It's just some girly party, nothing more" Said Spike while rolling his eyes. Twilight who also rolled her eyes protested, saying that it is one of the most important events in all of Equestria and that it is an honor to be invited by the princess herself. Despite all this information Star Twinkle didn't seem to be so impressed because it sounded like any other party. "So it's a really big thing I guess?" He asked, in an uninterested tone. While a waiter brought in the food that Twilight and Spike ordered. Spike already began to eat his hay that he ordered. Twilight, on the other hand, could not stop worrying. "Of course! That's why everypony wants one of the tickets. But I can't decide who I should give one. I have the feeling that if I don't decide soon, they will drive me crazy by the end of the day" Star Twinkle couldn't help but smirk, seeing Twilight worrying about the whole situation. "Aren't you overreacting a little? I mean they can't be that bad." "You're right I'm sure everything will be much clearer once I eat." Suddenly Star Twinkle realized how a water dropped on his head, making him look up in surprise. "You better hurry cause it looks like it's going to -" But just in the middle of his sentence heavy rain was suddenly pouring down on his head, leaving him soaked. "rain..." Twilight was confused what was happening until she heard a familiar voice up in the sky. "Hi there, best friend forever I've ever ever had. Enjoying the sunny weather?" It was Rainbow Dash, sitting on a cloud above the table where Twilight sat. She left a space of clouds open so that the sun would shine through right where Twilight sat. "Rainbow Dash, what are you doing?" "Whaddya mean? I just saw the smartest, most generous pony about to get rained on, so I thought I'd kick a hole in the clouds to keep her dry so she could dine in peace, that's all." Figuring out what was behind Rainbow Dash's action, Twilight knew what was going on. "Rainbow, you're not trying to get extra consideration for the extra ticket by doing me extra special favors, are you?" "Me? No no no, of course not." " Uh-uh," she responded in disbelieve. "Seriously, I'd do it for anypony." Twilight looked at Star Twinkle to confirm Rainbow Dash's statement. Star Twinkle was just wondering what he is still doing there, standing in the rain, waiting for something to happen on its own. To which Rainbow Dash just responded with an embarrassed laugh. "Rainbow, I am not comfortable accepting unwanted favors, so I'd appreciate it if you close up that rain cloud right now." "Ugh, fine" Rainbow Dash closed the cloud just like Twilight asked her to, leaving her happy and Star Twinkle worried because he knew exactly what was about to happen. Now it started to rain on Twilight as well. Making it impossible to eat the sandwich she ordered, cause it is now soaked. Twilight let out a growl in frustration while Spike could just laugh. Rarity who had an umbrella to keep herself dry approached the two soaked ponies "Twilight, it's raining." "No, really?"She said in a sarcastic tone. "Come with me before you catch a cold" She dragged Twilight with her and Spike and Star Twinkle followed her. Rarity took care of Twilight and Spike while Star Twinkle looked around the Boutique. It was the first time for Star Twinkle to see the "Carousel Boutique" from the inside. There were Mannequins, where Rarity probably put her dresses on, a podium surrounded by mirrors, colorful curtains, and dresses that were hanging all around the place. He came to the conclusion that it was a little too colorful for his taste. He noticed how Spike approached him in a rather fancy light blue outfit, paired with a blonde wig and a black hat. While Star Twinkle thought that Spikes looked hilarious, he tried his best to not laugh but couldn't help to at least grin a little. "Why do you look like that?" "Don't ask" he annoyingly replied. The little dragon left the Boutique after getting out of his funny garment and Star Twinkle walked up to Twilight and Rarity. Twilight was also dressed very fancy while Rarity seemed to fantasize about something. "*Gasp* And oh, my goodness, what a coincidence. I happen to have an ensemble of my own that matches yours to a T. We would be the belles of the ball, you and I. Everpony would be clamoring for our attention. All eyes would be on us, and then everyone would finally know, the most beautiful, most talented, most sophisticated pony in all of Equestria is Rarity the unicorn." She looked over to Twilight who gave her a mean look, realizing what this was all about. "He he...And Twilight Sparkle, of course." "I see what's going on. You're just buttering me up so I give you the extra ticket. Well, it's not gonna work. You're going to have to wait for my decision just like everypony else." She walked to the door removing her clothes at the same time while Star Twinkle followed her. "Now if you'll excuse me, I've been trying all day just to get some lunch." "Did somepony say lunch?" Out of nowhere Applejack appeared and dragged her out of the door to present her a carriage full of food. "You've got to be kidding me!" Twilight said in an annoyed tone. Applejack on the other hand proudly presented all of her delicious treats. "I got apple pie, apple fritters, apple tarts, apple dumplings, apple crisps, apple crumblers, and apple Brown Betty. Uh, the dessert, not my auntie. What do you say there, best friend?" Star Twinkle could hear a grumbling stomach sound, which came undoubtedly from Twilight who became more and angrier and frustrated. "No. No. I don't know who I'm giving the ticket to, and all these favors aren't making it any easier to decide. In fact, I'm less sure now than I was this morning. Come on Star Twinkle we're leaving!" She said while running angrily away. "We?...err I mean yes, right behind you" Of course, Star Twinkle followed her, even if he wasn't really sure why. He walked her home,but they didn't talk much. Probably because they were both annoyed about this ticket situation. But it, at least, gave Star Twinkle time to think. Aren't they suppose to be friends? Don't they realize that they put too much pressure on Twilight? Why doesn't Twilight tell them that she can't decide because she doesn't want to let anypony down? It's all those questions that he had no answers for, that made him unsure if he really belongs in this group of friends. "You see what I mean?" She asked Star Twinkle who was still in deep thoughts. "Huh? Oh! Yea!" They arrived at Twilight's library. Where Twilight just wanted to forget about the ticket for today. "Thanks for walking home with me," she said giving him a little smile. "No problem" Star Twinkle turned around and attempted to leave but he heard a humming from inside the treehouse as soon as Twilight opened the door. The humming came from Fluttershy, who seemed to clean Twilight's library, much to the despair of Twilight. "Fluttershy, not you too?" Star Twinkle felt bad for Twilight but he had enough of this whole "ticket situation" and pretended he didn't notice Fluttershy and tried to leave. Thankfully Twilight walked inside hear house to talk with Fluttershy, so it was safe to leave. At least, that's what he thought... As soon as Star Twinkle turned around to walk away from the treehouse, a Squeaky voice greeted him. "Hi, Star Twinkle!" It was Pinkie Pie. So things will become difficult, he thought. All he wanted to do is trying to escape from Twilight so that he never has to hear something about tickets for the rest of the day. But knowing Pinkie Pie, that was probably not an easy option right now. So Star Twinkle talked to her, in hope that it would be a short conversation. "Hey! Um....What are you doing here?" He asked, clearly not knowing what he should talk about with her. "Oh, just trying to convince Twilight to give me the ticket to the Grand Galloping Gala". Star Twinkle was surprised to get such a direct answer, but he wasn't surprised to hear the word "ticket" again. "Yeah I don't think this is a really good idea now." "Don't worry I have a very good plan!" She said while turning around to a group of ponies, that Star Twinkle just noticed. "Ready girls?" The ponies replied with a motivated cheer and Star Twinkle didn't know what this all was about. Twilight was standing in front of the door now. She pointed with her hoof outside of the door, probably trying to make Fluttershy leave her house. She then was surprised by a loud"Surprise!" that the group of ponies who dragged her outside, throwing her in the air multiple times, while Pinkie Pie was singing. Twilight didn't seem to happy about this "Surprise" at all demanding Pinkie Pie to drop her. Star Twinkle could only imagine how annoyed Twilight was at the moment and watched. She knew what Pinkie was planning because it was quite obvious. "Yeah, this will totally work..." He said in sarcasm. After a loud scream from Twilight, Pinkie Pie finally let her down or rather forcefully dropped her on the ground "Yes, Twilight?" She said while excitingly waiting for Twilight's answer. "At least, the other ponies tried to be subtle about the ticket." One of the ponies stepped out of the group, to ask what ticket Twilight was talking about. Pinkie Pie explained to them that Twilight had one ticket left for the Grand Galloping Gala. Star Twinkle saw where this was all going and tried to interrupt Pinkie in any way but it was too late for that. Ponies all around Twilight now tried to somehow get the ticket, from compliments and gifts to personal services, Twilight was now harassed from every direction. The only thing left for her to do was running away from this crowd of ponies. Star Twinkle and Pinkie Pie just watched how things got out of control real fast. "What's wrong with her?" Pinkie Pie asked in confusion. To which Star Twinkle didn't even responded in disappointment. "What in the hay was that all about," Applejack asked as she witnessed how a crowd of ponies walked by her, as she approached Star Twinkle and Pinkie Pie. "Well" Star Twinkle was about to explain the situation but he noticed how Rarity showed up, who carried another rather fancy light blue dress. Applejack asked what she was trying to do with that dress, cause it was obvious what her intent was. "Well, I just wanted to give Twilight one of my dresses as a gift. That is all" "And you're sure it has nothing to do with that ticket she promised to me?" Suddenly a voice from above could be heard, which was familiar one everypony recognized. "Don't you mean MY ticket!?" It was Rainbow Dash who landed in front of Applejack with a mean look on her face. "And just what are you doing here?" Applejack asked "Me? I just wanted to remind Twilight what good friends we are. But the question is what are YOU doing here?" She asked back to Applejack. Fluttershy who was inside the Treehouse the whole time overheard the conversation and came outside. As the other ponies noticed her, Rainbow Dash approached her, to ask her what SHE was doing in Twilight's house. "I...um...just wanted to...ehm.." Rainbow Dash suddenly realized that Fluttershy also wanted the ticket for herself. Applejack tried to defend Fluttershy while also making sure that she is the one deserving the ticket. Soon Rarity and Pinkie Pie joined in and they all started to argue about the ticket. "Girls!" Star Twinkle tried to make them stop but they weren't listening, making him feel kind of helpless as he could just watch how this so-called "friends" argued about one stupid ticket, for one stupid gala, forgetting how Twilight must feel in this situation. A mix of frustration and confusion was building up inside him, watching this until it turned into sadness and even anger ,ultimately exploding in a loud shout. "ENOUUUUUGH!" Suddenly all ponies were startled by Star Twinkles outburst and stared at him in surprise since they probably never saw him like that. Except for Pinkie Pie , who just said "Whoa Deja vu". Star Twinkle let out a relieved sigh after getting everyponies attention back, but he soon realized that this is not exactly what he is used to, making him nervous at first. But he came this far, so he mind as well finish it by saying what he wanted to say. "Listen I don't know why that ticket is so important to you all but I don't think it's up to you who Twilight gives her ticket to. Besides the problem is not that she can't decide who to take with her, but who she CAN'T take with her. At least, that's what I think... You are all her best friends and she doesn't want to let anypony down, so don't put even more pressure on her!" The five ponies who argued seconds before were completely silent and looked at each while listening to Star Twinkle. "If you really think one day on this Gala is worth all this then do what you want. Some friends you are." Everypony looked at the ground in shame after hearing the last sentence, realizing their mistakes. Star Twinkle just walked away not even bothering looking back. "I'm going home now. I've had enough of those tickets for one day." He was not used to such stressful days, aside that Nightmare Moon incident, so he was In a really bad mood to begin with. He was still thinking about what he said to them and was surprised to hear those words coming out of him. "Some friends you are..." This sentence made him feel the worst. How can HE, who never experienced friendship in the first place, say that they are bad friends? He stopped walking for a moment and decided to go back to them to apologize. No matter if it was needed or not, he just wanted to do it, to make himself feel better. The sun was already gone till he arrived at the Treehouse, but it looked like he was too late anyway. Nopony was in front of the Treehouse, so he couldn't apologize, making him feel bad again. The lights of the Treehouse were on, so Twilight must be home. Suddenly the door opened and a six happy ponies walked out of the tree house. Each with a ticket floating above their heads, probably from Twilight's magic. "What's going on here?" The Confused pony asked "Oh, Star Twinkle! Perfect! Here!" She walked up to him, making one of the tickets fly above his head. "Are those all tickets for the Grand Galloping Gala?" "Yes! I gave my tickets back to Princess Celestia, so she gave me enough for all of my friends. Here this one is for you." "Gave them back? Why did you do that?" The other ponies approached him as well, explaining the situation. "We have you to thank for that" Rarity said in a grateful tone. "Yes! If you hadn't told us what bad friends we were, then we would have never realized, how bad we would make Twilight feel" Pinkie Pie said in an unfitting happy tone. "They came and apologized to me, saying that they didn't want to go to the gala anymore. That's when I realized that I didn't want to go either if it means leaving one of my friends behind. After all, it wouldn't be as much fun, if not all of my friends could come." "Come on Star Twinkle, we gonna get Twilight something to eat, because of all the trouble we caused, you should come too" Applejack said. They all walked away happily, laughing and smiling. It was surprising how good this all turned out at the end, judging from rest of the day. Was it really that easy? Is what Star Twinkle thought, but he was kinda glad, to see them all having fun again. Spike also walked by him now, having one ticket himself in his claw and giggling, which he stopped after he noticed that Star Twinkle was looking at him. "I mean, gross, I have to go too?" He said while he continued giggling. Star Twinkle just gave him a light smile, while thinking about what Twilight said. "It wouldn't be as much fun if not all of my friends could come. Yes It must be bad if you have to leave even one friend" He followed the others slowly and noticed how Twilight looked back at him, giving him a smile, that almost said thank you, making Star Twinkle look away kind of embarrassed. After the day was over, as usual, Star Twinkle lied in his bed, spending some time to think about stuff. He again thought about the seventh unknown Element of Harmony, what it was, why he was chosen by it and other stuff. "I AM the only one thinking about this, am I?" He looked to his left, where a wooden table stood, where the Ticket for the Grand Galloping Gala was laying on. "I don't know what I am supposed to do on he gala, but that doesn't matter, right? Cause I will be there with my friends, THAT'S what I should think about" He closed his eyes and decided to go to sleep now, trying to forget that whole Element of Harmony Stuff and thought about the Grand Galloping Gala and all the fun that he will have there with his new friends. 4. I don't need helpIt was closing time for the Iron Hammer and both Star Twinkle and Steel Hammer were preparing to end their work for today. Star Twinkle was pulling a cart full of tools, iron, wood and other heavy stuff which were clearly too heavy for him since it was hard for him to breath and his whole body was shaking in the process. “You sure you can handle this?” Steel Hammer asked in concern. “Yeah, no problem” Which was obviously not true. "I mean it is no problem for me to stop my work for a second to help you” "No! I'm all good. No need for that!” He insisted. "If you say so...” He said with a disbelieving look on his face. Eventually, Star Twinkle managed to pull the cart inside the workshop. Letting out a huge breath of relief, his tiredness went away and turned into happiness and confidence after this painful exhausting experience. "See? Told you I can do it!” He said proudly. But looking at a shaking and exhausted Star Twinkle didn't seem to impress Steel Hammer. "Then let's get the second cart in too.” "Second cart?” He asked in confusion as if he misheard something. Steel Hammer pointed whit his hoof at another cart outside of the workshop. The content of the cart was the same as the last ones but for Star Twinkle, it looked like even heavier making his happiness completely disappear as he could only let out a huge sigh of frustration. It was a quiet day in Ponyville, so Star Twinkle decided to spend some time with his friends after work. He met Twilight and Pinkie Pie, who had a conversation, even though Pinkie was doing most of the talking. Shortly after joining them, he noticed how the ground was shaking, wondering what it caused he looked around to find it out. Rainbow Dash who noticed the shaking too, took a quick look in the distance. She noticed how something got closer to Ponyville and the next thing she said was: “STAMPEDE!” Panic spread really quick, everypony hid in their houses to save themselves from the stampede. Star Twinkle asked Rainbow Dash, what exactly was going on. “There's a whole bunch of cows running in this direction!” She said “Cows? Well then let's get out of here too” He proposed to Twilight and Pinkie Pie. But all he saw, was Pinkie Pie who had way to much fun with the shaking ground. “Hey! This makes my voice sound silly!” talking in a vibrating tone caused from the shaking. “Pinkie Pie, are you crazy? Run!” Said Twilight, while also running away. “We better get out too” Star Twinkle grabbed Pinkie Pie and tried to drag her to safety, but then Rainbow Dash prompted everypony to take a look in the distance. It was Applejack. Everypony watched in relief how Applejack took care of the situation all on her own. She managed to draw them away from Ponyville, saving the whole town from potential damage. After the cows were “tamed” again, Applejack ran off in the distance, like it was just some normal routine for her. Impressed by Applejack's heroic action everypony cheered for her before she walked out of sight. One week has passed since then. To thank Applejack for saving Ponyville everypony decided to throw a party in her honor. Everypony helped to decorate Ponyville for the party, ranging from colorful ribbons to balloons, confetti and much more. Everything was set and the only thing missing was the pony this party was dedicated to. Even though Star Twinkle was not a fan of parties, he liked to help with the decoration since it was for Applejack, for who he was thankful as well. He didn't mind as long as it is for somepony else. Star Twinkle approached Twilight and Rarity who lifted a banner with an apple on it to the front of the town hall. “Are we ready now?” He asked Twilight. “I don't know, are we?” She asked Rarity “Yes everything is ready” She proudly said. “Then we just have to wait for Applejack,” Twilight said. Everypony was now waiting in front of the town hall. Twilight tried to give a speech in honor of Applejack but was constantly interrupted by somepony and eventually gave up and let the mayor speak. Twilight joined her friends who stood in the crowd listening to what the mayor said. “I was preparing for this speech the whole day...” Twilight annoyingly said. All the ponies who were interrupting Twilight mentioned that Applejack was going to help them in some way to the surprise of Star Twinkle, who knew that Applejack was a hard worker but he didn't realize how she even managed to help her friends after working the whole day on the farm. “Applejack sure is somepony you can rely on, huh?” He said. “Of course!” Pinkie said “She always helps out her friends when they need help. That's why everypony likes her” “Yes...I guess she is,” He said, with a little smile on his face. Pinkie noticed his smile and smiled right back at him. “You should do that more often,” She said. Confused by that sentence, Star Twinkle asked what she meant. “Smiling of course,” She said, presenting him a smile as if she wanted to show how it is done. “She's right,” Rarity said. ”You have a lovely smile and should show it more often. Don't get me wrong but most of the time you look a little gloomy” She said, trying to make it sound a little more subtle. Star Twinkle kinda knew what she meant. He doesn't smile nearly as often as his friends even after he became friends with them. He was wondering why. It's not because he was sad or because he lacked some sense of humor. Before he realized, he found himself again in his own world of thoughts, ignoring his surroundings completely but he snapped out after realizing that his friends gave him some concerned looks. “I think the mayor is finished now!” Trying to change the subject, he looked up to listen to the mayor. “And so, with no further ado, it is my privilege to give the prize, Pony of Ponyville Award, to our beloved guest of honor, a pony of the utmost trustworthiness, reliability, and integrity. Ponyville's most capable and dependable friend: Applejack” Everypony cheered to welcome Applejack, expecting her to be behind the curtain that the mayor opened, only to find out that she was nowhere to be found, leaving confusion in the crowd. After a short awkward pause, Applejack did show up, working her way trough the crowd of ponies she approached the mayor to accept her award, which was a huge gold trophy. It was quite obvious that Applejack was a little different than usual. She had problems keeping her eyes open and she seemed to be a little disorientated. Twilight tried to give her proper thanks in the name of Ponyville but Applejack stood just there barely listening to her and even fell asleep for a few seconds. It was a pretty awkward situation and Applejack just left dragging the trophy behind her. “Did anypony else think we overdid it with the decoration?” Star Twinkle said hinting at Applejack's rather short visit. After Applejack left, everypony removed the decoration. While Star Twinkle removed some ribbons strapped to a tree Twilight approached him asking him if he noticed Applejack's strange behavior. It was quite obvious to him like it was for everypony else. “Yes, you think she is alright?” Twilight asked in concern. “I don't know,” He said calmly while in his head he was more likely thinking: it's not my problem but he couldn't just say that out loud in front of Twilight. Applejack is a strong and independent pony, so she will probably be okay is what he thought. Twilight was a little disappointed. She wanted to hear things like: “Yes I am worried too” or “Yea we should help her”. But Star Twinkle continued to remove the decoration almost like Twilight wasn't even there. Twilight's determination to ask Applejack didn't seem to have changed so she decided to help her. “We better go to Applejack and ask her what's wrong,” She said. Star Twinkle thought he misheard something judging from his confused facial expression. “We?” He said confused. “Yes let's go,” she said, completely oblivious to Star Twinkles reaction. “But I am not done here yet” “I am pretty sure you can still do that later” Twilight used her magic to drag Star Twinkle on his little tail behind her, much to his disapproval until he decided to follow her on his own. They both made their way to the farm of Sweet Apple Acres , where Applejack usually did her apple bucking. Star Twinkle, as usual, felt kinda out of place. He never liked being dragged into other ponies problems. “There she is,” Twilight said while pointing at Applejack who seem to have problems kicking the apple trees. “What on earth is that pony doing?” Twilight said. Twilight tried to get her attention but Applejack felt asleep on the spot again. But Twilight was persistent to wake her up and ask her why she behaves like this. Applejack explained that it is Applebuck season, which is basically harvesting time on Sweet Apple acres, where they collect all apples from the trees to sell them. Big Macintosh Applejack's big brother was injured so it was up to Applejack to gather all the apples on her own. Twilight asked her if she wanted some help, but Applejack refused to say that she can handle it on her own and doesn't need anypony to help her. She said she could to do it alone and Twilight saying that she couldn't do it only made her even more confident. After an effortless talk, Applejack returned to her apple bucking while Twilight and Star Twinkle left the farm. “So now we know why she was so tired,” Star Twinkle said. “I can't believe that she is so stubborn. Why can't she just accept our help? It would be much easier for her,” she explained. Star Twinkle was listening to Twilight's words but he couldn't understand why she had the urge to help her that badly. “She says she wanted to do it alone so just let her,” he said. Twilight gave Star Twinkle a mean look. She couldn't understand why Star Twinkle thought that things are okay as they were right now. “If she continues to work alone, then she maybe hurt herself or even worse.” “But we can't just force her to accept our help,” he said. “We are Applejack's friends. And friends should support each other,” she insisted. “She would ask us if she wanted help,” at least that's what HE would do if he wanted help. Twilight continued to give him a mean look, eventually getting a little angry at his words. “What is wrong with you Star Twinkle?” “What?” He asked in surprise. “Back then when we faced Nightmare Moon you didn't hesitate to help us but now it's like you don't even care” He didn't give an answer to that although there were numerous things that Star Twinkle could say at this point, for example, he did hesitate and he wasn't even sure why he helped them in the first place. And it was true that he didn't care about Applejack's problem because he thinks that things are gonna be okay. Twilight makes him look like he is the one who is in the wrong all this time. But from Star Twinkles point of view, she is the one who should tone it down a little. “You said that we are Applejack's friends and Applejack thinks of us as friends too, so if she doesn't want to bother us asking for help then so be it” That sentence confused Twilight because she just realized that Star Twinkle didn't even understand the problem. “It's not because she doesn't want to bother us its because she is too stubborn to accept help, she thinks she has to prove something” “Whatever,” he said in an uncaring way, making Twilight even angrier. “Ugh! There is no point talking with you! I am going home now” Twilight's patience was at its limit so she left. Seeing that she could not convince Star Twinkle to see the problem. She gave him a disappointing look as she walked away from him but he didn't seem to notice because he already walked away. After helping to remove the rest of the decoration for Applejack's “Party” Star Twinkle decided to go home as well. He laid on his bed lost in thoughts as always, thinking about Twilight's words. “If Applejack thinks of us as friends, then she would ask us for help but she doesn't so she doesn't want to bother us with that...right?” He asked to himself. “She didn't hesitate to help us with the stampede, so she won't hesitate to ask us if she needs help...right?” He repeated to himself in various ways, believing that it was true. He closed his eyes while thinking about the situation over and over again until he eventually fell asleep. He always feels tired after discussions like this. He had a strange dream. There were no images, there was only a voice that he didn't recognize. But for some reason, it also felt familiar. “I don't need help.... I can do this on my own... I don't want... Yes, that's exactly why... Because...” Suddenly a familiar shaking woke him up from his dream. He panicked for a second due to the surprise until he heard something from outside. “STAMPEDE!” It was Rainbow Dash who alerted everypony once again from an upcoming stampede. Star Twinkle was surprised to hear this word again and looked out of his window. “Cows again? Or something worse? Like..like...........?” But he got his answer by looking down on the ground. “Bunnies?” Surprised by the sight of a bunch of bunnies running trough the town Star Twinkles fear quickly vanished. After the “Stampede” Star Twinkle was walking around in town to ask how exactly it came to this. He asked Fluttershy, who was trying to calm down the bunnies. She said that Applejack tried to help her with the bunnies but things seemed to have escalated a little. He also talked to Pinkie Pie and Rainbow Dash who asked her for help earlier this day. They all seem to have encountered some problems as well. “I better go to Applejack to ask her about all that.” Star Twinkle went to Sweet Apple Acres to look for Applejack, expecting to see her doing some apple bucking again. But to his surprise, he found her unconscious next to Twilight and a red stallion with an orange mane. The stallion was Applejack's big brother Big Macintosh. Star Twinkle did meet him on one or two occasions when he was doing some work on the farm. He didn't talk much and Star Twinkle wasn't bothered by that but it made it hard to judge his character. He thought Big Macintosh was okay, though. But the pony he didn't want to see right now, because of their last conversation was Twilight, who still had a mean look on her face when looking at Star Twinkle. “What are you doing here?” She said while almost sounding bored to talk with Star Twinkle. “And now I regret coming here” He mumbled to himself, so nopony could hear it. Twilight looked at Applejack in concern who was still unconscious. “See? If we had helped her none of this would have happened” She explained. “Oh, so you knew that there would be a mass poisoning and bunny stampede as a result” He jokingly said but Twilight wasn't really in the mood for jokes at the moment. “Look at that,” She said while pointing to a huge field of apple trees. “She passed out after seeing how much work there is left” She explained. Star Twinkle was more than surprised to see THAT many apple trees left after Applejack's hard work. “Do you still think she should do it on her own?” Twilight asked. “...No” He said accepting that Twilight was right. “But I still think that she should ask us if she needs help or at least not refuse our help. I don't know why she doesn't want to accept our help but if she is our friend then she should at least let us help her. I don't feel comfortable helping somepony who doesn't want my help,” he explained Twilight kinda understood what he was getting at, even though she didn't approve of it. But she didn't want to argue with him anymore so she gave him an understanding look. Meanwhile, Applejack woke up, so Twilight rushed to her side to confirm that she was alright. “Are you alright?” Twilight asked. “Oh, hi Twitwinkle and Starsparkle” “Wow she is really messed up,” he said, resulting Twilight to give him a mean look once again. “Sorry,” he said noticing that it was inappropriate. “Now Applejack, I completely respect the Apple family ways. You're always there to help anypony in need, so maybe you can put a little of your stubborn pride aside and allow your friends to help you.” Twilight said “Yes but we can't help anypony who doesn't want our help, so let us please help if not for your sake, then at least for ours,” Star Twinkle said. Applejack looked at how many apple trees there were left and realized that it was too much, so she swallowed her pride and accepted their help. Twilight and Star Twinkle let out a sigh of relief and both lent a hoof to Applejack, helping her up. Star Twinkle, Twilight, Rainbow Dash, Pinkie Pie, Rarity and Fluttershy all ended up helping Applejack with the apple trees and work was almost done at the end of the day. Applejack prepared some drinks for her friends, so they stopped work and all gathered around her. “How about y'all take a little break? I got some fine apple juice waitin' for ya!” “Uh! Apple juice!” Pinkie excitingly said. Applejack realized that she was acting a bit stubborn and thanked her friends for their help. While they all drank a little apple juice spike offered them some rather unhealthy looking muffins. They all were disgusted even by the look of them. Star Twinkle came to the conclusion that those may be the muffins Applejack helped to make, so he didn't even thought one second to taste one of them. Eventually, the work was done at the end of the day and they all went home. Star Twinkle was exhausted but he also felt good for helping Applejack. But he didn't know if it was because he liked to help out his friend or if it was because he felt like repaying Applejack for saving the town from the stampede. At that night, he once again had that strange dream. Once again there were no pictures, there was only a voice that he didn't recognize. “I don't need help.... I can do this on my own... I don't want you to get involved with this... Yes, that's exactly why... Because were friends...” But Star Twinkle slept quietly through the night without interruptions and without waking up from this dream. He was thinking about this dream on the next day but didn't know what to make out of it. It was later this day and he almost finished his work at the Iron Hammer. Once again he had to pull a cart full of tools, iron and wood inside of the workshop. He was struggling because it was heavy as usual and Steel Hammer noticed that...as usual but he didn't say anything, knowing that Star Twinkle would give him the usual answer. But then he heard something that completely surprised him. “You know...that cart sure is heavy” Star Twinkle indirectly implied. “Yes, so?” Steel Hammer said not knowing what Star Twinkle was getting at. “I mean...it would go along much easier if somepony would help me...you know?” He said still trying to be a little subtle about it. Steel Hammer was slowly getting what Star Twinkle tried to say, even though he was surprised to hear it from HIM. But he didn't say anything and helped him without hesitation even smiling at him like he wanted to say: I am proud of you. Star Twinkle didn't know how to react to this and just continued to on the cart, which was now much easier to pull. Star Twinkle continued his work while thinking about the events from yesterday. He felt that the dream he had last night was somehow connected to the situation. But why? He thought. “If somepony is offering you his help , then it's not because they think you can't do it on your own?” He mumbled to himself. “Or do they want to help you because they want to make it easier for you?” He didn't want to think too much about it but that was easier than he thought. While he still thought about all this, he eventually stopped at the end of the day and didn't worry about it too much. Since thinking about all those things would just ruin his days in Ponyville At least that's what he thought... 5. PranksterAfter a hard day of work Steel Hammer was generous enough to invite Star Twinkle for a drink. They were both having some juice in a nearby restaurant in Ponyville and talked about some casual stuff. But in the middle of the conversation, Steel Hammer got distracted by something. He looked in Star Twinkles direction who was drinking his juice at the moment but he noticed the look he received from him. “What?” he said while interrupting his drink. Steel Hammer was puzzled for a second but then he quickly took out some bits and gave them to Star Twinkle. “I am still a little thirsty so how about you get us both one more drink? It's on me of course,” he insisted. Star Twinkle was wondering why Steel Hammers behavior was changing all of the sudden but didn't think too much about it. He went to the counter to get two drinks and returned to the table. He placed the drinks on the table and noticed how Steel Hammer gave him a very wide grin making Star Twinkle very suspicious. “What?” he asked once again. “Nothing” Steel Hammer replied while trying to keep a straight face. Star Twinkle grew more and more suspicious of Steel Hammers behavior and wanted to ask him why he acted so strange but as soon as he sat down a loud farting sound echoed from Star Twinkle. There was an awkward silence at the table until Steel Hammer started to laugh at Star Twinkle who felt very embarrassed at the moment. “Hey that wasn't me!” he insisted while trying to act calm. He suddenly noticed that his seat felt weird and that he was sitting on something. It was a whoopee cushion that made the fart sound. He picked it up and looked at it weird but then he heard some laughter behind him so he turned around. He saw Pinkie Pie and Rainbow Dash who giggled at him. “Does that belong to you?” he asked while lifting the cushion. “Hi hi yep,” Pinkie said while still laughing “Your reaction was hilarious” “Thanks for not blowing us out Mr. Steel Hammer,” Rainbow Dash said “No problem girls,” he said giving them a wide grin and waving at them. They waved back at them and left, probably searching for another victim to prank. Meanwhile, Star Twinkle laid down the cushion and sat down again. “You knew about this?” he asked Steel Hammer while giving him an annoyed look. “Yeah, they put it on your chair while you got us the drinks” “That would explain why you were grinning so much after I came back,” Star Twinkle said. “Oh come on it was just a harmless prank” Steel Hammer said, trying to calm down Star Twinkle who seem to be a little annoyed. Star Twinkle was looking around him and noticed that there were like two or three other ponies sitting outside of the restaurant so the audience for that prank was not that big. He looked at the cushion and thought about the prank, making him grin a little. “I guess it was pretty funny” he happily said. Much to the surprise of Steel Hammer who was almost shocked to hear this. “Oh? I never thought of you as a prankster” Steel Hammer said. “I'm not into pranks but I don't have anything against a little prank that doesn't hurt anypony.” Again, Steel Hammer was surprised to hear those understanding words coming out of Star Twinkles words “I really have the feeling that I don't know you anymore. I mean since you defeated Nightmare Moon with those other ponies, every day that passes seem to change you for the better.” “I guess,” Star Twinkle replied in a monotone voice. Steel Hammer was right, after first meeting and spending some time with his new friends, Star Twinkle was a little more open to most things even if it was just a little. After spending some time outside of the restaurant Star Twinkle and Steel Hammer parted. It was still early and Star Twinkle didn't know what to do, so he aimlessly wandered through Ponyville. Maybe somepony would like to spend some time with him. He actually came across somepony he knew, it was Fluttershy who ran towards Star Twinkle. Star Twinkle hesitated a second to try and get her attention since he hasn't spoken to her that much and she didn't seem like a pony with whom you would have long in depth conversations but he had to start somewhere so he decided to call her out. “Hello Fluttershy,” he called out but she didn't seem to notice him and continued to run towards him. Before he realized that she didn't hear him it was already too late, they crashed into each other, leaving them both on the ground. Star Twinkle already regretted to even try to talk to her, since he knew it would be a little difficult, but that was just unnecessary. They both got back on their hoofs and Star Twinkle was annoyed already but tried to be forgiving since he knew that Fluttershy is very sensible. “Ehm...Are you okay?” he said, not trying to sound too annoyed. Fluttershy got back up on her hoofs and that's when Star Twinkle noticed that she had tears in her eyes. Suddenly his whole reaction to the situation changed, he knew that she was crashing into HIM but he didn't care about that right now. She must be hurt because of the clash, which made Star Twinkle instantly feel bad so he tried to comfort her as good as he possibly could. But Star Twinkle was not really good when it comes to this kind of situations, mainly because he never had friends before that needed comfort and since Fluttershy was very sensible to begin with so he had to choose his words carefully, which was difficult since he began to panic. But before he could say anything Fluttershy ran off and left Star Twinkle in the middle of the road, while still having tears in her eyes. “Well, that didn't go as I thought it would,” he said to himself while still feeling bad. “don't worry it was not your fault,” Pinkie Pie said. “Are you sure? It looked like...” he stopped in the middle of his sentence as he noticed that Pinkie Pie was suddenly standing behind him. “Wow! Where did you came from?” he said in surprise. Pinkie Pie just smiled as usual when she talked to Star Twinkle, probably because she enjoys his reactions to her randomness. “Hey! I'm going to throw a party later this day and you are invited too” she excitingly said. Way to change the subject, Star Twinkle thought. He didn't want to go as usual, but he knew that he would end up going to it, whether it was because of Pinkie Pie or his boredom. But Pinkie Pie insisted that he should come since it was very important as she said and Star Twinkle was really bad at saying no if somepony asked for something especially if he or she was so desperate. Pinkie Pie left off with a smile and Star Twinkle went home to prepare himself for the party. That's when he realized that she didn't tell him for what occasion she was throwing a party. Was it a birthday? Or another important occasion? Pinkie Pie said it was important after all. But either way, it's not like he would change his appearance since he or pretty much every other pony rarely wear clothes. He arrived at Sugar Cube Corner a few hours later where Pinkie Pie greeted him. He used this opportunity to ask Pinkie Pie why she was throwing this Party in the first place to what she answered that it was a party for an old friend of Rainbow Dash named Gilda. Star Twinkle didn't know what he had to do with all this, after all, he didn't even knew this Gilda person. But Rainbow Dash wasn't anywhere to be seen so he was most likely a little too early to the party. Fluttershy, on the other hand, was already present and Star Twinkle decided to talk to her so he could at least apologize for crashing into her, even though she was the one bumping into him. He wasn't hurt or anything so it wasn't a big deal for him, she was much more fragile and sensible so it felt just right to him to say sorry or something. “Hello, Fluttershy...again,” he awkwardly said. “...Uhm....Hello, Star Twinkle,” she said while trying to avoid eye contact. Great,this situation is already awkward, Star Twinkle thought to himself. He didn't know how he should approach her at all and she clearly didn't want to talk with him, making this conversation a lot more complicated as he thought. “So, you do you know this Gilda pony?” he asked. “Yes...but she is not a pony, she's a griffon...” she said, still avoiding eye contact as much as she could. “Oh so you've met her already?” he asked. “...yes...” She seemed to get more and more uncomfortable, making Star Twinkle feel more and more uncomfortable. He thought he was out of options, so the only thing left was to get out the apology as quickly as possible. “Hey, earlier today when I bumped into you...” he was surprised how hard it would be to just say sorry, he never had to do that before because he avoided as much contact as possible with other ponies, therefore avoiding conflicts as well. But Fluttershy noticed that he was struggling, which caught her attention, making it even harder for Star Twinkle to concentrate on his words. “I just wanted to say, that I'm sorry, okay?” It felt like a huge relief for him to get those words out but he then realized that she still had to accept it, making him nervous again. “Sorry? For what?” she innocently asked him, while looking at him confused. “Well for hurting you earlier this day, when we bumped into each other,” he explained. Fluttershy seemed to be confused off Star Twinkles behavior but then she remembered that she was crying earlier this day and that Star Twinkle may have misunderstood something. “Oh no, I didn't cry because we bumped into each other, so don't worry,” she said in a caring voice. Star Twinkle felt relieved to hear that but couldn't help to doubt her words a little. Maybe she was just saying that to make him feel better or because she didn't want him to talk to her because she felt awkward about it. But would she do something like this? He thought. Once again Star Twinkle was caught up in his inner monolog but he eventually snapped out and said something. “Okay, I thought I was the one who made you cry or something, so felt kinda bad about it,” he said in relief. “You don't have to, you are a really nice person, you would never do something to hurt somepony,” she proudly said. This triggered another monolog in Star Twinkles head. Why is she saying that with so much confidence? She barely knows me, so how could she assume that I am “nice”? Is she just being naive? Or does she really think about me that way? I wouldn't call myself a bad person, but she doesn't know that. She can't possibly know what I think about her or anypony else since I rarely speak with anypony. Fluttershy noticed how Star Twinkle stared at her suspiciously, wondering if she said something wrong, she shyly backed away a little. Star Twinkle didn't notice that because he was too focused in his thoughts until he noticed some creature that entered the room. That creature had feathers instead of fur, claws and paws instead of hoofs, giant wings and a long tail. Star Twinkle was positive that he never saw something like that before. “Who is that?” He asked Fluttershy. She had a shocked expression on her face and tried to hide behind Star Twinkle, who was confused by her behavior. “What's wrong?” He asked Fluttershy. “It's nothing,” she said in a quiet voice. Star Twinkle saw how this unknown creature was accompanied by Rainbow Dash, so it was possible that this person was Gilda. Whenever she was or not, Pinkie Pie greeted her like any other guest, shaking hoofs with her...or claws to be precise. But suddenly Gilda was shocked by something after shaking hoofs with Pinkie Pie, much to the surprise of anypony. Seconds later Pinkie Pie revealed that she had a buzzer in her hoof, which was most likely the cause of Gildas extreme reaction. “A prank, huh?” Star Twinkle thought. Pinkie Pie and Rainbow Dash were playing some pranks on the citizens of Ponyville today at least that's what he heard from Twilight, Applejack and Rarity. So it was a party involving pranks? He thought. After this little prank, Pinkie decided to introduce everypony to Gilda. “I'd like you all to meet Gilda, a long-time, dear friend of Rainbow Dash. Let's honor her and welcome her to Ponyville,” Pinkie Pie said to all the ponies in the room. After those words, Star Twinkle instantly notice something about Gilda. She was not comfortable or at least didn't like how Pinkie Pie introduced her to all the ponies. Maybe she was like Star Twinkle and didn't like to be pushed in the spotlight like that? After all, he only noticed because she was giving a fake smile most of the time when she got the attention of every pony, which is exactly what Star Twinkle would do in her situation. But would that be enough to make them both go along well? Star Twinkle asked himself. Pinkie Pie was offering Gilda some vanilla lemon drops, who didn't hesitate to take one. But again, Gilda showed some unusual behavior, in fact, she was breathing fire all of the sudden. Star Twinkle assumed for one second that this is something griffons are able to do, but he was familiar with Pinkie Pies sweets to some degree. She once gave him a cupcake with hot sauce, which almost burned his tongue away. As a natural reaction, Gilda tried to find something to drink. She took a glass of punch but there was a hole in the glass and it all dripped on Gilda, most likely another prank. Eventually, Gilda found something to drink and cooled herself off, but she didn't seem to like how she was treated. Rainbow Dash pointed out the presents for Gilda, so Gilda excitingly rushed over to them. When she opened one of them, to her surprise a bunch of spring snakes jumped out of the present. Even thought this party was arranged for Gilda, she didn't look happy at all, in fact, she looked a bit angry. Star Twinkle didn't understand what was going on exactly but he at least wanted to talk with Gilda once, this party was held so that everypony gets to know her after all. So Star Twinkle approached her while mentally preparing himself and thinking about what they should talk about. “Hello, my name is-” but he was interrupted by her before he could finish his sentence. “Get lost pony!” she said while walking past him in an annoyed tone. Not sure what exactly happened there, Star Twinkle decided to just stand there confused, while Gilda approached Rainbow Dash with who she seemed a little more comfortable. “Did I say something wrong?” he thought. The party went on, everypony was having fun, except Star Twinkle who felt out of place. Some of his friends accompanied him, so he at least had somepony to talk to, even if they did most of the talking. Pinkie Pie was bringing in a big Cake with some candles on top. Twilight was suggesting that Gilda should blow out the candles since it is her party. So Gilda rushed to the cake and attempted to blow them out but to her surprise, they lit again. After some unsuccessful attempts to blow them out, she gave up. They were more likely re-lighting candles, meaning that she could never blow them out on her own. Gilda didn't seem to like getting all those pranks played on her and Star Twinkle was wondering if this party really was such a good idea. Everypony took a slice of cake and talked about some trivial stuff. The cake tasted really good, even though Spike has ravaged most of it before anypony could eat a piece. Star Twinkle noticed how Gilda gave Pinkie Pie a mean look from time to time and wondered what that was all about. For him, it looked like Gilda wasn't even trying to get along with somepony other than Rainbow Dash. After the cake, Applejack announced that it was time to play “Pin the tail on the pony” It was a popular party game, where you have to pin a tail at a picture of a pony, preferably at the right spot, all while being blindfolded. Rarity wanted to go first but Gilda insisted that she should go first, so she took the tail and Spike blindfolded her so that she could start. Pinkie Pie led her to the poster so that she could pin the tail, but for some reason Gilda turned around and walked in the other direction, where she slipped on a piece of cake, that laid on the ground, making her slip right into the kitchen. She was a mess after she came out, there were cake and flour all over her body and the tail was now on her face. And Pinkie Pies comment that the she pinned the tail on the wrong side didn't make it better at all since all ponies were now laughing at her. Star Twinkle felt a little bad for Gilda, but even he couldn't resist smirking a little. Gilda, on the other hand, didn't seem to found it funny at all. She was quite angry in fact and finally snapped, letting out a scary roar that stopped the laughter of all ponies. “This is your idea of a good time? I've never met a lamer bunch of dweebs in all my life.” She said in rage, flying above the heads of the ponies. She was especially angry at Pinkie Pie, for playing all those pranks at her and said that she and Rainbow Dash are way to cool, to hang out with such a bunch of lame ponies. So Gilda attempted to leave the party and prompted Rainbow Dash to follow her, but to her surprise Rainbow Dash refused. “You know Gilda, I was the one who set up all those weak pranks at this party.” Rainbow Dash admitted, to the surprise of every pony. Rainbow Dash said that it was pure luck that Gilda was setting them all off. But Gilda didn't believe her and still blamed Pinkie Pie for all those pranks so that she could make Gilda look like a fool. “Me? I threw this party to improve your attitude. I thought a good party might turn that frown upside down,” Pinkie Pie said, making a sad frown herself since her plan didn't work. Rainbow Dash was upset that Gilda treated her new friends like that and advised her that she should find some new cool friend if that is all that she was caring for. Gilda took the advice and left the party, leaving every pony confused in the room. Rainbow Dash apologized for bringing Gilda to the party but every pony forgave her. She said that she would rather hang out with her “boring” and “uncool” friends. And so the party went on as if nothing happened. It was still a fun party and nopony left with a bad taste in his mouth but Star Twinkle was always bothered by something and this time it was no exception. Having a conversation about Gilda was unavoidable after all that happened and Rainbow Dash really didn't understand why Gilda was behaving like that. She was just assuming that all her friends could get along no matter if old or new. This conversation made Star Twinkle think that friendship is a lot more complicated than he thought and if it is all worth this complication. He was never really Gildas friend to begin with but doesn't sharing a friend like Rainbow Dash automatically make them friends too? But instead, Gilda and Rainbow Dash just lost one friend. Was Star Twinkle indirectly responsible for that? Because he was one of Rainbow Dash's friends? Thankfully Star Twinkle didn't have to worry about things like that in the future because he doesn't have any old friends that he has to introduce to his new ones, so things like that could never happen. Because Star Twinkle wasn't as strong as Rainbow Dash. He probably couldn't decide which side he would have picked but Rainbow Dash did, making him wonder if she was also talking about him when she was defending her friends. If she could have chosen between him and Gilda who would she have picked? Star Twinkle actually thought about asking her but scrapped this idea really quick for unknown reasons. Maybe because he knew the answer? Or because he didn't want to bother Rainbow Dash? Either way, the party was coming to an end and Star Twinkle went home. And as usual, he felt asleep while thinking about the events of the day. His last thought at this day was: “I'm sorry Gilda.” 6. Great and Powerful BoastingWhile walking through Ponyville, Star Twinkle noticed a huge crowd in the town square. Wondering what it was all about, he decided to watch from far away since he didn't like crowds like this but Applejack, who stood there with the rest of her friends called him over so he practically had no choice but to go over there. “What's going on here?” he asked Applejack. “It looks like some kind of fancy magic show,” she replied. “I heard that it is run by the greatest and most powerful unicorn in all of Equestria” Pinkie Pie excitingly said. “And who is that?” Star Twinkle asked. “I don't know,” Pinkie Pie answered confused. Star Twinkle noticed a small wagon in front of the crowd. So the greatest and most powerful unicorn in Equestria lives in a small wagon like that? He asked to himself. But Suddenly a loud voice could be heard from the wagon that grabbed every ponies attention. “Come one, come all! Come and witness the amazing magic of the Great and Powerful Trixie!” A blue unicorn with a light blue almost silver colored mane stepped out of a smoke cloud. She was wearing a wizard hat and a cape, both were purple and had yellow and blue stars on them. “Watch in awe as the Great and Powerful Trixie performs the most spectacular feats of magic ever witnessed by pony eyes!” she said, while fireworks and other special effects underlined her performance. The great and powerful Trixie continued to talk about her greatness and how her magic was the most impressive thing that nopony has ever seen before. Star Twinkle was not too familiar with magic but he knew that unicorns usually possess little magic, which is connected with their special talent. So he was wondering if her special talent was magic, just like Twilight's and if Trixie's magic is on par with hers. Some ponies seem to be a little annoyed by Trixie's boasting, except for Twilight who said that there was nothing wrong with being talented. But the others said that it is wrong to show off your special talent even if you are better at it than anypony else. That is something Star Twinkle didn't understand since he has not discovered his special talent yet. Is it really that bad to show off your special talent? Isn't a Cutie Mark like a representation for that? But the great and powerful Trixie overheard all this talking and told everypony a story of her past to let them know what she is capable of. “Only the Great and Powerful Trixie has magic strong enough to vanquish the dreaded Ursa major!” She created an image with her magic, showing some bear-like creature. Followed by a little picture of herself, slaying this bear. “When all hope was lost, the ponies of Hoofington had no one to turn to, but the Great and Powerful Trixie stepped in, and with her awesome magic, vanquished the Ursa major and sent it back to its cave deep within the Everfree Forest!” The crowd was impressed by her story, except for Star Twinkle and the others who were just listening in disbelieve. Star Twinkle didn't even know what an Ursa Mayor was, but judging from the reaction of the crowd, it was probably a big deal. Some ponies were still watching in disbelieve so Trixie challenged all ponies in Ponyville. She said that anything they could, she could do better. Nopony stepped for so Trixie randomly picked Twilight, but Twilight was struggling, so Applejack was volunteering. Applejack decided to perform some tricks with her lasso, making the audience cheer for her. But Trixie was unimpressed and used her magic to tie Applejack up with her own lasso, making the audience laugh in the process. “Once again, the Great and Powerful Trixie prevails,” the great and powerful Trixie said in confidence. After that performance Rainbow Dash stepped up, saying that it is her job to show off. Rainbow Dash impressed the crowd by showing off some of her flying skills while manipulating the clouds and the air a little, creating a rainbow above her head after she landed back on the ground. But once again Trixie was not impressed and manipulated the rainbow with her magic, making it swirl around Rainbow Dash and throwing her off the stage, much to the amusement of Trixie and the audience. Star Twinkle was not sure what he should think about all that. Sure, her boasting was a little annoying but wasn't this suppose to be a magic show? Why did all that turned into a competition between Ponyville and the great and powerful Trixie? At least he wasn't involved in all of that. Spike suggested that another unicorn should challenge her, to outmatch Trixie's magic. Rainbow Dash and Applejack agreed, hinting at Twilight, who seemed to be unsure about all this, much to Star Twinkles confusion. Suddenly Rarity stepped for, cause she thought they were talking about her, which was obviously not the case. She didn't want to challenge Trixie, she instead said that she was above this ruffian kind of magic. But after Trixie made some bad insult about Rarity's hair, she eventually gave in and walked up the stage. Rarity took some of the curtains that were part of Trixie's stage and formed a beautiful blue dress out of it while also changing her hairstyle to something more graceful. But once again Trixie was not impressed and shoot a magic blast at Rarity, that turned her hair into a green mess. Rarity knew that she did something to her hair and demanded a mirror. Her friends knew how she would react so they said that it wasn't that bad. Except for Star Twinkle who just plainly said that it was green. “Green hair! Not green hair! Such an awful, awful color!“ Rarity said while running away in, trying to hold her tears back. Twilight, Rainbow Dash and Applejack looked at Star Twinkle as if they were blaming him for Rarity's reaction. “What? What's wrong with green hair?” he asked confused while looking up to his dark green, star-shaped mane. Trixie asked the audience if there is somepony else who dares to challenge her but nopony volunteered. While watching in disinterest, Star Twinkle was poked by somepony on the side almost demanding something from him. He noticed that it was Rainbow Dash, who just pointed at Trixie but Star Twinkle wasn't sure what she was meaning by this gesture. “What?” he asked her. “Go up there and do something about her!” she said in a demanding voice. “What?” he said once again but this time a little bit more surprised. “Yes it's your turn now to teach this pony a lesson,” Applejack said. He was wondering why all of the sudden they were relying on him, to do something about Trixie. Maybe they were desperate and out of options, he thought. Of course, he didn't want to go up there because that would mean that all eyes were focused on him. “And what am I suppose to do?” he asked. “I'm sure you will figure out something” Rainbow Dash replied. “But I don't want to go up there. This whole thing is stupid,” he said in a rather annoyed voice. But just after he finished saying that, Trixie looked over him and Star Twinkle knew exactly why. “What about you green one? Do you think that you are better in something than the great and powerful Trixie?” It was easy for Star Twinkle to answer that question, even though he was starred at from all directions. “No not really,” he replied in a calm voice. Trixie was a little surprised to hear him say that like it was the most normal thing in the world. But shortly after she just raised her head in confidence, while smiling as if she was expecting nothing else. Rainbow Dash sighed in frustration and Applejack was just looking at Star Twinkle in disappointment, of which he was aware. He knew he was feeding her ego but he didn't care about that even if it meant for him to draw some disapproved looks on him. “Well, is there anypony else who dares to challenge the great and powerful Trixie?” She said looking around in the crowd again. Spike wanted Twilight to jump in and end this. But Twilight refused and even denied that she was better than anypony, grabbing Trixie's attention in the process. “Hah! You think you're better than the Great and Powerful Trixie? You think you have more magical talent? Well, come on, show Trixie what you've got. Show us all,” Trixie demanded. But once again Twilight refused, denied any kind of talent and ran away to get out of this situation, leaving Trixie without any competition. “Ha! Once again, the Great and Powerful Trixie has proven herself to be the most amazing unicorn in all of Equestria. Huh, was there ever any doubt?” She arrogantly said while leaving the stage, pretty much ending her show.“ Star Twinkle was wondering why Twilight acted like that. He knew why he didn't want to compete with Trixie, but Twilight had most likely another reason. He asked Spike if he knew something about Twilight's behavior. Spike was also a little confused why she acted that way. In terms of magic, Twilight would have won against Trixie, said Spike. But something kept her from doing exactly that. Whatever it was, Trixie's show was over and nopony cared about her anymore, at least Star Twinkle didn't. Later that night when Star Twinkle decided to go home, he saw how Trixie was still in town. She was in front of her wagon and attempted to get inside but stopped after she noticed Star Twinkle. “Why did she have to park her wagon right in front of my house?” he annoyingly said. While walking past her, he tried to avoid eye contact as much as possible, cause he didn't want her to get on his nerves. She did seem to notice his glance but was not making anything out of it and got inside of her wagon. A little while later, Star Twinkle was getting ready to go to bed, but some noises from outside grabbed his attention so he went outside to look for the cause and saw how Trixie and two other colts run past him. What are they doing in the middle of the night, he wondered. But then suddenly the ground began to shake heavily behind him. Almost as if something really huge was landing behind him. He hesitated to look for a second but he eventually turned around and saw a huge blue bear, which was twice of the size than his house. Star Twinkle couldn't move, immobilized by fear seeing this monstrosity in front of him. This giant beast roared at him on top of his lungs, making him run away in fear. He was running along with the three ponies who ran past him before until they reached a dead end. The bear had no problems following them, because of his size, so it was pointless to run away from him forever. They all stood there while this huge bear came close and closer. While in the face of danger Star Twinkle recognized the two colts that accompanied Trixie. They continuously adored Trixie, back then at the magic show. He didn't know their names, though. “Great and Powerful Trixie, you've got to vanquish the Ursa,” said the small one with the light blue coat and the orange mane. “Yeah, vanquish so we can watch,” said the slightly bigger one, with the light orange coat and the turquoise mane. “It took a lot of trouble to get that thing here,” said the small one, leaving both Star Twinkle and Trixie in shock and confusion why they would bring this thing to Ponyville in the first place. But they believed that the great and powerful Trixie could handle this Ursa and eagerly awaited some magic from her. Star Twinkle didn't know what he could do, so he prompted her to try at least something. Trixie pulled off some of her magic and tried to stop the Ursa, like trying to tie him up with a rope or striking him with lightning that came out of a cloud that she summoned. But her magic was not enough, the rope was way to small to hold down anything and the lightning that she summoned didn't even scratch him. After running out of options Trixie ran away, followed by Star Twinkle and the other two colts. The Ursa continued to run wild in Ponyville, waking the citizens in the process and causing a huge mass panic. Twilight soon joined the four scared ponies and asked what happened. Her reaction was similar to Star Twinkles and Trixie's after hearing the explanation from the two young colts, who still waited for Trixie to vanquish the Ursa. But then Trixie admitted something. “I can't, I never have. No one can vanquish an Ursa major. I just made the whole story up to make me look better” The two colt were surprised to hear that from her but Star Twinkle and Twilight were not surprised at all. “Big shock,” said Star Twinkle in sarcasm but he apologized after Trixie gave him a mean look and he realized that this is no time for jokes. The Ursa Major stood right in front of the group of ponies, who didn't know what to do now. Until Twilight stepped in front of the beast with a determent look on her face. She used her magic to manipulate the air around some cattails, creating a sound that calmed down the giant bear. Her horn began to glow even more intensely than usually, probably because she is utilizing more magic. She levitated the water supply container of Ponyville and replaced the water inside with milk that she took from the cows inside of the cow stall. Meanwhile, the Ursa slowly fell asleep from the sound of the cattails and Twilight levitated him back to the cave where he was sleeping before, giving him the milk from the container to drink. Star Twinkle saw it with his own eyes but he couldn't believe it. Everypony was impressed by Twilight's magic but instead of accepting compliments, she apologized and didn't want anypony to hate her. Of course, everypony was surprised to hear that after this performance. As it turns out, Twilight was worried that her friends wouldn't like her anymore if she would use her magic as they did with Trixie. But it was obvious that they didn't like Trixie because of her behavior and not because of her magic. After all Twilight's magic is part of her, so there would be no reason to hate her for that. So a Cutie Mark is not only your special talent but also part of your personality, Star Twinkle thought to himself. Magic was Twilight's special talent and everypony knew that. It would be unfair to treat somepony different just because of their Cutie Mark. After all that was clarified, Twilight explained who she knew what to do with that Ursa Major. She did a little research after Trixie's bragging earlier that day to verify if it is possible to vanquish an Ursa Major all by yourself. But as it turns out, this giant bear was only an Ursa minor, a baby. Which only opened up the question how a real Ursa Major looked like. Star Twinkle didn't even want to think about that. But even after this performance, Trixie seemed unimpressed and continued to brag. “Huh. You may have vanquished an Ursa minor, but you will never have the amazing, show-stopping ability of the Great and Powerful Trixie!” she said while running off in the distance after summoning a smoke bomb. Twilight wanted that the two colts, who were responsible for all this to clean up the mess in Ponyville and so they did. Everypony helped to clean up the mess, the Ursa Minor has caused in Ponyville. Star Twinkle was walking by Trixie's Wagon, which was destroyed by the Ursa Minor and decided to remove it first. “She was a traveling magician. So that was pretty much her home. Must be hard for her to continue her work now,” he asked himself. He was approaching the wagon and tried to clean this mess but he was surprised by what he saw on the other side. It was Trixie who lifted some of the remains with her magic while trying to cause as little attention as she could. But that didn't work at all, cause Star Twinkle could see her clearly and she noticed how he was staring at her. They both looked at each other awkwardly until Star Twinkle broke the silence. “What are you still doing here?” he asked her. Her awkward look turned into her usual confident face expression and of course, she spoke in her typical manner. “This wagon belongs to the great and powerful Trixie! So if you don't mind, green one, Trixie want's to retrieve the remains of her wagon, so that she can leave this stupid little town,” she said. It was impressive how she still had the same attitude after what happened today. She actually managed to lift all the remains about her head but it obviously looked very stressful for her. Star Twinkle couldn't watch how she had so many problems lifting her wagon and came up with a stupid idea. “Try to bring the pieces inside of my house, it's in the middle of the night. You can stay at my place until tomorrow and leave in the morning,” he said while leading the way to his house, which was only a few hoof steps away. Trixie felt mocked but after realizing that she had no other place to stay, she ultimately gave in. She placed the remains of her wagon inside of Star Twinkles house, piece by piece and stepped inside. Of course, she was not impressed by Star Twinkles house and felt like she was under treated but it would do for tonight, she thought. “Yes I know, it's not really big but its better than nothing right?” he said to her but she didn't give him a response and just looked at him as if he was unworthy to talk to. “My bed is just up this stairs, you can sleep there,” he said while pointing at a wooden staircase. “Do you really think that the great and powerful Trixie would go so low and sleep in a bed of a pony like you?” “Well, you don't HAVE to sleep in my bed. If you want to sleep on the ground then fine, I don't care.” Once again Trixie felt mocked, she didn't feel comfortable to be treated like that but she was also too tired to complain anymore and walked upstairs to get some sleep. Star Twinkle stayed downstairs letting out a big sigh of frustration. “Well I hope at least SHE sleeps well,” he said. On the next day Trixie woke up early in the morning, she wanted to leave Ponyville as soon as possible, so she tried to sneak out of Star Twinkles house. She went upstairs and was shocked at what she saw. The parts of her wagon were gone. The first thing she suspected, of course, was that Star Twinkle had something to do with this. “What did that green pony do with my wagon?” she angrily said. “Where is he anyway?” she said while looking around in Star Twinkles house but she couldn't find him, so she went outside. “If Trixie finds this pony then...” but she stopped her sentence after what she saw outside. It was her wagon, fully repaired. She couldn't believe her eyes and wondered how it could be. The wagon was completely destroyed last night and now it looked like it was never damaged in the first place. While inspecting the wagon from the other side, she noticed how Star Twinkle was still hammering some nails on the walls. Star Twinkle noticed her and greeted Trixie but it seems like he was quite tired after working all night on the wagon. “You did this? All on your own? How did you manage to repair it so quickly?” she asked confused. “Well, repairing things is my job here after all,” he replied casually. “But why?” she asked still not knowing why he did it after how she treated his friends. “I don't know. It just felt right to me, to do this,” he replied while in truth he didn't know the answer himself. Star Twinkle finished his work on the wagon and Trixie was ready to go now. She was getting in front of the wagon so that she could pull it behind her and attempted to leave Ponyville. But she stopped for one second and turned around to Star Twinkle who just looked at her with an emotionless look on his face. “Thank you,” she said in an uncomfortable but also honest tone. “Your welcome,” he replied. Once again she attempted to leave but she then turned around again to Star Twinkle to ask him something. “What's your name anyway,” she curiously asked. Oh yeah I haven't introduced myself to her, that's why she was calling me green one all this time, he thought. “It's Star Twinkle” he replied with a light grin. Trixie gave a light grin back at him after hearing his name. “Star Twinkle,” she repeated to herself “The great and powerful Trixie shall remember that name!” she said in her usual boasting manner as she left Ponyville with a smile on her face. He didn't know why he did this. It wasn't like him to invest so much energy and work for somepony else. He would have never done something like this a while back ago. But he was too tired to worry about all that now. After Trixie was out of sight Star Twinkle went inside of his house and closed the door. He let out a huge yawn, immediately collapsed on the ground and fell asleep. 7. DragonphobiaSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.8. Star Twinkle AloneSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.9. The Evil EnchantressSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.10. Little PestsSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.11. Winter Mess UpSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.12. Cutie Mark Crusaders Honorary Member - Part 1Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.13. Cutie Mark Crusaders Honorary Member - Part 2Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.14. Running of the Leaves RaceSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.15. Does this suit me?Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.16. Don't question Pinkie Pie...Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.17. The Sonic RainboomSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.18. Putting on a ShowSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.19. Save the LadySomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.20. Green is my color but...Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.21. You gotta share...Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.22. Surprise PartySomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.23. Star Twinkle is illSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.24. A Day to rememberSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.25. A New LifeSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.26. The Worst Night EverSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.Season 2 Intro - A Storm is comingSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.27. The Lord of Chaos - Part 1Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.28. The Lord of Chaos - Part 2Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.29. Friendship LessonsSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.30. Nightmare NightSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.31. Forcing a Cutie MarkSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.32. Into the StormSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.33. The Perfect PetSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.34. Ponyville's HeroSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.35. Generous Greedy DragonSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.36. A Hearth's Warming PlaySomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.37. In front of the StormSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.38. Get Applejack back!Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.39. Quality vs QuantitySomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.40. Becoming an EggheadSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.41. Center of the Storm - Part 1Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.42. Center of the Storm - Part 2Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.43. Center of the Storm - Part 3Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.44. Coupling is Bad...Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.45. Monster FluttershySomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.46. A Waste of TimeSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.47. Great and Powerful DownfallSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.48. How to be a DragonSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.49. Gabby GumsSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.50. The Great Cake-MysterySomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.51. Trouble in Canterlot - Part 1Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.52. Trouble in Canterlot - Part 2Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.Season 3 Intro - Darkness in the MoonlightSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.53. The lost Empire - Part 1Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.54. The lost Empire - Part 2Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.55. Too much Fun!Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.56. One Bad HammerSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.57. Great and Powerful RevengeSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.58. Outcasts - Part 1Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.59. Outcasts - Part 2Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.60. Outcasts - Part 3Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.61. Wonderbolt recruitsSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.62. Return of ChaosSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.63. A harsh welcomeSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.64. A true, true FriendSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.65. DestinySomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.Season 4 Intro - Who am I?Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.66. Connection - Part 1Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.67. Connection - Part 2Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.68. Looking for answers...Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.69. Symphony of the NightSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.70. Don't you Dare!Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.71. Bearer of the FlagSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.72. Go Go Power Ponies!Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.73. Flutter like a Bat!Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.74. Big trouble in the big townSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.75. Lying RainbowSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.76. Chaos in the houseSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.77. A Super Weird Party PonySomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.78. Ghosts, Wizards & Witches - Part 1Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.79. Ghosts, Wizards & Witches - Part 2Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.80. The Music in youSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.81. Ponyville celebritiesSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.82. A Breeze in the WindSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.83. Foalsitter Star TwinkleSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.84. Sister PieSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.85. The Miracle Curative TonicSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.86. Let's trade!Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.87. Ponyville's new lookSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.88. The GamesSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.89. A Friend from the Past - Part 1Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.90. A Friend from the Past - Part 2Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.91. A Friend from the Past - Part 3Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.Season 5 Intro - Free againSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.92. Our Town - Part 1Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.93. Our Town - Part 2Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.94. A Castle in PonyvilleSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.95. Winter is ComingSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.96. TroublemakersSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.97. More Friends, More ChaosSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.98. GriffonstoneSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.99. Secrets of CanterlotSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.100. A day in PonyvilleSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.101. YaksSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.102. Old Friends?Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.103. NightmaresSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.104. Rarity on the CaseSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.105. The Midsummer Theatre RevivalSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.106. Chase after SummershineSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.107. The Marks are on!Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.108. Pinkie SecretSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.109. Rock-Hearth Warming EveSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.110. Too Scary?Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.111. The Smokey MountainsSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.112. The CountessSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.113. Re-Marked - Part 1Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.114. Re-Marked - Part 2Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.115. The Other Half - Part 1Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.116. The Other Half - Part 2Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.117. The Other Half - Part 3Something has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.1. Another boring day - Part 11. Another boring day Part 1 A new morning in Equestria begins. Princess Celestia the ruler of all Equestria raised the sun and let every pony know that a new day has begun. The Pegasus cleared the sky and the sunshine began to cover a little town named Ponyville. Fillies were on their way to school, some shops already opened their doors and all ponies started their daily routines. The sun shines through the window of a wooden cottage and into the still closed eyes of a light green pony. Awoken from the sunlight the green pony looked out of his window and saw the sun rising on the horizon. It was a beautiful sight, but the pony didn't seem to be impressed at all. "...Another boring day begins," he said with an almost expressionless voice. After getting out of bed he started his daily morning routines as well, like showering,eating breakfast, brushing his teeth etc, while still half asleep and showing little emotions. He attempted to leave his house but took a quick look into his mirror to check if he was ready. He is a light green earth pony, with dark green hair, which has five spikes scattered on his head like a star, light green eyes and no cutie mark. "Well then, let's go to work," this time, his voice sounded more optimistic. Probably because he is now awake and ready to begin his day. He left his house and walked towards his destination while inspecting his surroundings in Ponyville. He saw some Pegasus clearing the sky, an orange pony with a cart full of apples going by him, some fillies who were probably going to school and more. It was very lively even though it was still morning. But it didn't matter to him, he avoided eye contact with anypony and had his sight focused in front of him. He shortly arrived at his destination. A wooden workshop which was formed like an anvil. A big sign above the entrance said "Iron Hammer" A brown earth pony with a silver mane stepped out of the workshop and noticed the green pony. "Good morning ,Star Twinkle," the brown pony said. "Morning Mr. Steel Hammer" He replied. The brown pony was carrying some wooden planks and placed them in front of the workshop while talking to Star Twinkle. After greeting Star Twinkle, Steel Hammer walked inside the workshop and both ponies started their work. They are carpenter ponies, their work includes, repairing or building of furniture for other ponies and general repairs in Ponyville. It wasn't Star Twinkle's dream job but working with tools, wood or repairing stuff is what he was best at, so he didn't mind his job that much. "let's get started and finish or work for today, it's a special day after all," Steel Hammer said excitingly. "Really?" Star Twinkle asked confused. "Really?" he says in surprise "Don't you know what day it is today?" He took a few seconds to think, but couldn't find an answer that Steel Hammer probably expected. "Ehm...Tuesday?" There was clearly a disappointment in Steel hammers facial expression, which Star Twinkle noticed. Star Twinkle was thinking but couldn't find the answer, it was just another boring and uneventful day for him. "Today is the Summer Set Celebration, the longest day of the year!" steel Hammer said with an excited smile on his face. "Oh," He said with an emotionless tone in his voice. "What ya mean OH?! Today is a big day and all you have to say is oh?" Star Twinkle didn't give Steel Hammer an answer or bothered looking at him. He was clearly not excited. "Well the sun rising may be the highlight of the day, but what most ponies are looking forward after that. Spending time together with each other or just having a bunch of fun" Star Twinkle who had his sight focused on his tools gave a quick answer. "So it's Just another normal boring day..." Steel Hammer looked at Star Twinkle with a concerned look on his face "Well let's start work I guess," there was little emotion in his voice, but that was probably intended from him. Grabbing some tools and putting them in a saddlebag, he went off to his work, while Steel Hammer just followed him with his eyes, before going back to his work. "...*sigh* ...This colt really needs some friends to comfort him. It must be hard to live like this every day" Since it was the day of the summer sun celebration, the Iron Hammer closed a little earlier than usually. Star Twinkle left the workshop after all work was done and started to head home. He was not sure what to do with the rest of the day and decided to walk back home to somehow skip time till Princess Celestia raises the sun. “Its gonna be a loooong day now,” he said in an annoyed tone. “Maybe I take a nap till Princess Celestia raises the sun?” Suddenly Star Twinkle noticed how a golden wagon landed in the middle of the road from Ponyville. He noticed how a purple unicorn and another creature he didn't recognize left the wagon. "Well, there's something you don't see every day," he said surprised. "Is she royalty or something? With an entrance like that...and was that "thing" her pet or something?"he asked himself, trying to figure out an answer "Maybe she came here for the Summer Sun Celebration?" he thought. Is it really worth coming to Ponyville to celebrate the Summer Sun Celebration? Maybe this pony was some kind of important guest or something? All this thought were going through his head but in the end, he ignored the purple pony and decided to go home again. Star Twinkle didn't have many hobbies so it was always hard for him to spent his time in some way, so he usually layed on his bed and thought about things. Star Twinkle is often lost in thoughts, probably because he spends too much time alone. He could spend his time with some friends but the problem is that he doesn't have any. But what could he do about it? He has no interest in making friends. He is happy the way it is right now. At least that's what he is keep telling himself. Eventually, time passed and Star Twinkle made his way to the town hall of Ponyville to celebrate with everypony else...in his own way “Sure is crowded here,” he said, already regretting to come to this place. There were dozens of ponies in the middle of the room, expecting something to happen. Star Twinkle didn't want to stand out too much, so he tried getting close in the middle. While trying to fit his way in the crowd he accidentally bumped into somepony . *BUMP* “Uff!...sorry about that” The Pony he bumped into turned around in confusion, but seemed to didn't mind much. It was a gray pony with a yellow mane. "Sorry about that. You're not hurt are you?" he asked showing a little concern. The gray pony looked at Star Twinkle but didn't say anything. It's exactly those situations, that made him uncomfortable. “Ehm....” Star Twinkle was feeling really awkward about this whole situation and just wished that it would end. Until... ”Muffin?” All of the sudden she had a muffin in her hoof, probably offering it to Star Twinkle. “What?” he asked surprised, not sure what he should say. The gray pony just smiled, while Star Twinkle wasn't sure what to do. “Ehm...no thanks?” he said with a forced smile on his face. After Star Twinkles answer, the gray pony shrugged her shoulders and began to eat her muffin, while turning around again, leaving behind a really confused Star Twinkle. "Okay...you seem to be alright...I guess. Well, I am on my way then" he said while backing away from the gray pony. He was thinking about staying somewhere in the back so that something like that would never happen again. And so he did, almost standing near the entrance, completely separated from the mass of ponies in the middle. It felt much better for him to stay away from all ponies, he didn't even care if could not hear anything from this far but then again, he didn't come to listen to the speech or anything. In fact, he didn't know why he was there in the first place. Maybe because he thought he had to? Or because he didn't have anything better to do? Again dozens of questions piled up in his head, making him wish that this evening would end soon. Star Twinkle noticed Steel Hammer from afar together with some ponies he didn't know. But he decided to stay alone, without even thinking about going over to him. There were too many ponies he didn't know, that would mean that he had to be introduced to them and THAT was something he didn't want right now. He waited like everypony else for something to happen until a choir of birds began to sing, directed by a yellow pegasus. The mayor of Ponyville finally stepped up and spoke to the citizens “Fillies and gentlecolts, as mayor of Ponyville, it is my great pleasure to announce the beginning of the Summer Sun Celebration!” All ponies began to cheer after those words...except for Star Twinkle who was unimpressed. “In just a few moments, our town will witness the magic of the sunrise, and celebrate this, the longest day of the year! And now, it is my great honor to introduce to you the ruler of our land, the very pony who gives us the sun and the moon each and every day, the good, the wise, the bringer of harmony to all of Equestria... Princess Celestia!” After this words, a white unicorn lifted the curtain to reveal the Princess only to find out that she is nowhere to be found. All ponies let out a huge gasp at once after, they realized that their princess is nowhere to be found. Like everypony else Star Twinkle was confused what was going on. The mayor tried to calm down the citizens but it had little success and it didn't get better after the white pony reappeared from behind the curtain and said that Princess Celestia was gone. Maybe Princess Celestia was busy? Or maybe she forgot this festival? Star Twinkle tried to find some answers on his own so that he could calm himself down but it didn't work and he also became nervous. A loud gasp was heard from all ponies in the town hall. Star Twinkle became even more nervous and just looked around in confusion...when suddenly another loud gasp filled the room. Suddenly a dark mist filled the area. It was a dark blue cloud that looked like the night sky. The mist went up to the balcony where Princess Celestia was supposed to be and turned into a big figure. It was a pony who had the same size as Princess Celestia but her appearance was completely different. Her fur was pitch black, her hair was dark blue and looked like the night sky. She also wore a blue armor and a helmet. Whoever she was, she didn't look friendly at all. “Oh, my beloved subjects. It's been so long since I've seen your precious, little sun-loving faces,” she said with a calm voice. From afar Star Twinkle heard a voice who was probably speaking to the black mare. “What did you do with our Princess?!” The Mare just chuckled by this question. “Why, am I not royal enough for you? Don't you know who I am? Does my crown no longer count now that I have been imprisoned for a thousand years? Did you not recall the legend? Did you not see the signs? “ “I did,” voice said in the middle of the crowd. Everypony turned around to see where this voice came from. Star Twinkle recognized that it came from the purple unicorn, he saw earlier, this day. “that unicorn from earlier?” Star Twinkle thought to himself. “And I know who you are. You're the Mare in the Moon – Nightmare Moon! ” And yet another gasp filled the hall while Star Twinkle tried to figure out what exactly was going on. “Well well well, somepony who remembers me. Then you also know why I'm here.“ “You're here to... to...” she seemed to struggle with the last words hinting, that she knew something. “Remember this day, little ponies, for it was your last. From this moment forth, the night will last FOREVER! Hahahahahaha“ Star Twinkles whole body shivered after hearing those words. He didn't know how to react to this situation and just had fear colored in his whole face. To be continued...
2. Another boring day - Part 22. Another boring day Part 2 Panic has spread really quickly after the appearance of Nightmare Moon and her everlasting night. Nightmare Moon was just evilly laughing while everypony was in shock. The Mayor ordered a group of Royal Guards, to attack Nightmare Moon, but she used her magic to stop them. After that, she transformed back into this blue mist and left the town hall. A blue Pegasus followed her, probably trying to stop her. Star Twinkle could just watch and was left paralyzed by the whole situation until some ponies spoke up. “What are we gonna do?” “The Horror! The Horror!” "A disaster! Terrible, terrible disaster!" Those were just some of the words that could be heard in the town hall of Ponyville after Nightmare Moons visit. The mayor tried to calm every pony down and gave some orders to the royal guard. While listening to the Mayors speech Star Twinkle noticed how the purple unicorn from before left the town hall. Star Twinkle also left the town hall and looked up into the sky. “Oh no.” he said in shock. Shocked by sight and the realization that the sky will look dark like this left Star Twinkle in a mix of Confusion and frustration. “What now? Is this time for panic? Argh! I don't even know what is going on! What are you gonna do in times like this?” While still in confusion, Star Twinkle noticed how a group of ponies ran past him "Come on everypony, we need to follow her! She is maybe the only pony who knows what's going on” It came from an orange pony who was leading a group of ponies to follow her. He figured that she is talking about that purple unicorn that knew about Nightmare Moon. Star Twinkle decided to follow the group of ponies without them noticing him. He didn't know exactly why he followed them, probably to get some answers is what he was saying to himself. They all walked into a Treehouse , which Star Twinkle recognized It was the golden oak library, Ponyvilles only library to be exact as far as Star Twinkle knew. He didn't even know how it looked like from the inside. But before he went inside, he suddenly realized something. “Wait! Should I just go in? I barely know any of those ponies. Sure there were some familiar faces but...does that matter at times like this?” He eventually decided to look from the outside through a window he carefully opened, so that he wouldn't be noticed. He looked around in the room, only to find out that he actually knew everypony in the room. First, he looked at the orange Earth-Pony with the yellow mane and the hat. “That pony works at Sweet Apple Acre. Was it Applejack? Me and Steel Hammer had to do some repairs on their farm before. ” He then looked at the blue Pegasus with the rainbow-colored mane. “I saw her taking care of the weather before, but I am not sure about her name” His eyes then turned to the white Unicorn with the purple mane. “She works at Carousel Boutique, I think she makes dresses, I don't know her name, dresses really don't speak to me ” He switched his eyes to the yellow Pegasus with the pink mane. “I saw this pony before too, she usually is in company with some animals, I don't know her name either. I don't think I have ever seen her speaking with anypony before” Then he looked at the completely pink Earth-Pony. “That's Pinkie Pie, she works at Sugarcube Corner, it's pretty hard not to know her in Ponyville” Lastly, he looked at the purple colored Unicorn with the multicolored dark purple mane. ”And she is the pony that arrived today in Ponyville and knew about Nightmare Moon. She probably knows even more about what is going on right now” Just after saying that, Star Twinkle realized something. ”What am I doing? They are talking for a while now and I haven't even listened to one word they said. I should probably start listening...” he said while focusing on the conversation this time. The purple unicorn lifted with her magic a book out of a shelf and began reading out loud of it. ”There are six Elements of Harmony, but only five are known: Kindness, Laughter, Generosity, Honesty and Loyalty. The sixth is a complete mystery. It is said, the last known location of the five elements was in the ancient castle of the royal pony sisters. It is located in what is now..... “ she seemed to struggle with the last word “The Everfree Forest?!” “But isn't that this creepy forest full of monsters and other scary stuff...and...and, “ the yellow pony said but Just speaking of it seems to scare the yellow Pegasus so much that she couldn't continue. “Well. What are we waiting for!? Let's just go and find those elements so that we can stop Nightmare Moon” said the blue Pegasus The purple unicorn looked in concern. ”I'm sorry girls...” Without explanation, she ran out of the group and towards the door. Star Twinkle realizing that he had to hide just ducked under the window. The unicorn ran past Star Twinkle without her noticing him, making him let out a sigh of relief. The other ponies seem concerned and followed her outside, trying to catch up with her. And again Star Twinkle was hiding bellow the window in the hope nopony would see him, but he still remained hidden. They also ran past him without noticing him. “That was close,” he said in relief. Coming out of his hiding place, he did seem to be concerned too. “Are they really going to the Everfree Forest? It did seem like they didn't really know what to do. Something about Elements of Harmony and the Castle of the Royal Princesses. I followed them because I wanted answers and not more questions!” All the questions were multiplying in Star Twinkles head, but in all the confusion was one thing that he couldn't stop thinking about. The Elements of Harmony. They sounded so familiar for him but he was sure that he never heard of them before. Before he knew, he already followed the group of ponies. A little while later Star Twinkle found himself in front of the Everfree Forest. He slowly approached the entrance and nervously entered it while asking himself why he followed them in the first place. After he wandered a while, he heard a Noise behind a bush, which bought up his attention. “Hello?” He said nervously while looking at the bush, which was still shaking. After a little more shaking a giant beast jumped out of the bush and approached him. He let out a scream from the shock of this beast he just saw. Running away in fear from the beast he wondered what kind of creature it was. It looked like a lion, with a scorpion tail and wings. But due his fear, he came to the conclusion that he didn't really care about it. The beast didn't follow him and just seemed to be confused. He ran into a river and bumped head first into some big purple thing. “Ouch,” he said in pain. After snapping out from the crash, he looked up and realized that it was some kind of big snake. The Snake looked down to him and began to speak . “Hey, that kinda hurt!” said the big snake in a calm voice. Still in shock of the previous encounter, Star Twinkle knew only one thing to do now. He screamed again in fear and began to run again and jumped over some, what he believed to be purple rocks, that were conveniently placed so that he could cross the river. “Oh my, what a drama queen,“ the big snake said to himself while brushing his orange and purple mustache. Star Twinkle who seem to have cooled down, found himself in front of a bridge. He looked across the bridge and saw a big castle. He checked his surroundings to look for the other ponies but didn't saw anypony. “Are they already inside? Maybe they already found the elements?” While staying positive, he also seems to be worried. The more he caught up to them, the more he got nervous and the more he thought about what he could do to help. After all, he still didn't know what those Elements of Harmony were supposed to be or how they could stop Nightmare Moon. While still thinking about his options, he saw a bright light in one of the towers of the castle. All the things he thought about just vanished in an instant and he ran towards the castle. He ran up the stairs of the tower from where he saw the light. As he ran up he heard some familiar voices. ”Twilight!” a bunch of voices shouted in the distance. Star Twinkle recognized the voices and hurried. The voices were coming closer and closer as he made his way up the tower. He finally arrived at the top and saw all six ponies as well as Nightmare Moon. ”You think you can destroy The Elements of Harmony just like that? Well, you're wrong, because the spirits of The Elements of Harmony are right here!.” “What?” said Nightmare Moon in surprise . Star Twinkle was hiding in the background, to see what was about to happen. “Applejack, who reassured me when I was in doubt, represents the spirit of... honesty!” ”Fluttershy, who tamed the manticore with her compassion, represents the spirit of... kindness!” ”Pinkie Pie, who banished fear by giggling in the face of danger, represents the spirit of... laughter!” ”Rarity, who calmed a sorrowful serpent with a meaningful gift represents the spirit of... generosity!” “And Rainbow Dash, who could not abandon her friends for her own heart's desire represents the spirit of... loyalty!” All of the ponies had some kind of crystal shards orbiting around them. “You still don't have the sixth Element! The spark didn't work!” ”But it did! A different kind of spark. I felt it the very moment I realized how happy I was to hear you, to see you, how much I cared about you. The spark ignited inside me when I realized that you all... are my friends! You see, Nightmare Moon, when those Elements are ignited by the... the spark, that resides in the heart of us all, it creates the sixth element: the element of... magic!” All six ponies levitated in the air and were engulfed by a bright light. Each of the shards turned into a necklace, which resembled their Cutie-Mark and the purple unicorn got a crown, with her Cutie mark on her head. ”Yes! They did it!” Star Twinkle said with a bright smile on his face. They all landed back on the ground waiting for something to happen. But... Nothing... There was no reaction from the elements anymore no light, no levitating nothing. Nopony understood what went wrong, even Nightmare Moon was confused by the situation, not to mention that Star Twinkle had no idea what was going on in the first place. “I don't understand. The book said....The Elements, the castle....ehm” the purple unicorn said in desperation. So Nightmare Moon declared her victory over the six ponies. ”Mh Mh Mh MUAHAHAHAHAHA! Looks like your precious elements have lost their power! With the elements out of my way, nopony will ever be able to stop me! You lost my little ponies!” A huge gasp filled the room as they just realized that they failed Nightmare Moon used her magic to summon some lightning bolts, which attacked the ponies, leaving them defeated on the ground. Star Twinkle could just watch how they all fall to the ground, defeated by Nightmare Moon ”No...this can't be happening,” The purple unicorn said in exhaustion. Nightmare Moons spell seemed to have weakened them too much that they couldn't even get back on their hooves. There was only the laughter of Nightmare Moon that filled the room which only demoralized the six ponies even more. Seeing them helpless on the ground, made Star Twinkle fell helpless as well. ”Common...move! You have to do something!...but what? What can I possibly do?” he said, struggling with himself. Nightmare Moon was ready to prepare another spell to finish of the Six ponies while Star Twinkle still stood in the background paralyzed from fear. "Common! The elements are the only thing that can stop Nightmare Moon. If they are gone, then it's over for Equestria! Common Star Twinkle just do something meaningful for once in your life!” The whole situation was putting a huge pressure on Star Twinkle. Should he go help them? But what could he do? The worst thing that could happen is that he is being defeated by Nightmare Moon and who knows what she would do to them? Nightmare Moon prepared to shoot out a beam out of her horn but stopped after she realized Star Twinkle. ”No!” Star Twinkle shouted as he jumped between the six ponies and Nightmare Moon, leading her to stop her magic for a second. ”Who are you? What are you doing!?” The purple unicorn asked. ”I have no idea!” he replied ”I don't know who you are, but it doesn't matter! May you share the fate of these ponies!” Nightmare Moon began to shoot a magic beam to the seven ponies and since Star Twinkle was in front of them, he would be hit first, so he closed his eyes out of fear. When suddenly. Star Twinkles was now also engulfed in a bright light like the other six ponies before him, which stopped the magic of Nightmare Moon. Confused by what is happing to him, he just silently accepted it. Once again a huge gasp filled the room as everypony watched Star Twinkle. Suddenly the crown of the purple unicorn shot out a laser at Star Twinkle. It formed another necklace which had a white star as a symbol. ”Another element?” she said in surprise. ”What? Since when are there seven Elements of Harmony?” Nightmare Moon said in shock. All the elements began to shine once again together with their bearers, who floated above the ground. Creating a rainbow, that attacked Nightmare Moon. Nightmare Moon was engulfed from the rainbow. ”Noooooo! Nooooooooooooo!” the beams of the rainbow circled around her and seem to have defeated her. After the attack was done, everypony were bathing in a bright light that filled the whole room. The seven ponies were all laying on the ground but slowly got up again. Star Twinkle woke up but was still weakened from the shock but he could hear the voices from the other ponies. But he was too exhausted to recognize the immediately. Star Twinkle was still laying on the ground but was relieved how everything turned out. He managed to shake off his shock and tried to get up. ”Need some help?” a familiar voice said to him. Star Twinkle looked up and he saw how the purple Unicorn was offering her hoof, to get him back up. ”Yes...” He took her hoof and got back on his hooves ”Thanks...um” ”Twilight” she Introduced herself, followed by a smile. ”Twilight” Also followed by a light smile from Star Twinkle. ”Gee, Twilight! I thought you were just spoutin' a lot of hooey, but I reckon we really do represent the elements of friendship.” ”Indeed, you do.” a gentle voice said from afar. The Sun was rising and a sphere of light appeared in front of them, banishing the eternal night, Nightmare Moon that created. The Sphere turned out to be Princess Celestia Naturally everypony was bowing before her, except Twilight, who approached her. ”Princess Celestia.” she excitingly said. ”Twilight Sparkle, my faithful student. I knew you could do it.” ”But... you told me it was all an old pony tale.“ ”I told you that you needed to make some friends, nothing more. I saw the signs of Nightmare Moon's return and I knew it was you who had the magic inside to defeat her, but you could not unleash it until you let true friendship into your heart. Now if only another will as well. Princess Luna!” Princess Celestia approached the defeated Nightmare Moon, whose appearance had changed into a slightly smaller pony. Princess Luna seemed to be scared, facing her sister after all she has done. But Princess Celestia just kneeled down trying to comfort her. ”It has been a thousand years since I have seen you like this. Time to put our differences behind us. We were meant to rule together, little sister. Will you accept my friendship?” she said trying to comfort her. Everypony was waiting for Princess Lunas answer. Princess Luna just approached Princess Celestia with tears in her eyes hugging her in the process. As they both hugged each other Pinkie Pie began to tear up ... At least for a while... ”Hey, you know what this calls for? A PARTY!” ”Yea, let's go back to Ponyville and celebrate!” Said the blue Pegasus who seemed to be full of energy again. ”Yes let's go back” Said Princess Celestia after helping up Princess Luna. Star Twinkle wasn't a fan of parties so he was about to say that he will go home, but was interrupted by Twilight. “Common,” Twilight said in excitement. Twilight grabbed Star Twinkles hoof in her excitement. ”What? Me too?” he asked confused. ”Of course” she happily said. ”We couldn't defeat Nightmare Moon if it wasn't for you,” said the yellow Pegasus in a shy tone. ”Yes! We also have to celebrate for having a new friend” The pink pony added happily. Star Twinkle didn't know what to say, cause he never heard someone calling him a friend before. ”I'm your friend?” He asked confused. ”Well. Duh. It's also better than sneaking up on us without us noticing *grin*” “Wait! How did yo-” Interrupted by the white unicorn he stopped to continue his sentence. “I think we were not introduced before?” ”Um Yea,” he said embarrassed, even though he knew some of their names but he thought that it would be inappropriate to say that he was following them in secret. ”So what's your name? Unless you want us to keep calling you “You”.” The orange pony jokingly asked. They all awaited his answer. He felt kinda uncomfortable being stared at from so many ponies, but he managed to introduce himself. “It's Star Twinkle” They all went back to Ponyville where they were greeted by all the ponies. But Twilight seemed a bit sad, so Princess Celestia asked her if something was wrong. ”Why so glum, my faithful student? Are you not happy that your quest is complete and you can return to your studies in Canterlot?” ”That's just it. Just when I learned how wonderful it is to have friends, I have to leave them.” Princess Celestia understood and had an idea. ”Spike, take a note, please.” The purple creature, Star Twinkle saw before, took out a scroll and noticed everything the Princess said. ”I, Princess Celestia, hereby decree that the unicorn Twilight Sparkle shall take on a new mission for Equestria. She must continue to study the magic of friendship. She must report to me her findings from her new home in Ponyville.” ”Oh thank you, Princess Celestia! I'll study harder than ever before,” she said while the other five ponies comforted her in a big group hug. As Star Twinkle was about to leave the picture, Pinkie Pie dragged him into the group hug. He wasn't used to this kind of treatment, but he didn't seem to mind for the moment. Steel Hammer watched from afar and couldn't believe his eyes. ”I don't know what happened, but he looks happy, so I guess it's okay he he he,” he said with a smile on his face. After the day was over, Star Twinkle returned to his cottage and lied down on his bed, with a bugged expression on his face. ”Well. Today was very exhausting. I went through the Everfree Forest, I fought an evil pony who was trapped in the moon for thousand years, I was chosen by one of the Elements of Harmony AND helped to save all of Equestria.” While thinking about his words he just said, he realized that he could only think about those six ponies, who he could now call his friends. Which makes his expression turn into a smile. ”But...I would say....today was not...another boring day” And with those words he closed his eyes and began to sleep. So that he could wake up soon enough to start his next day in Ponyville.
3. Ticket TerrorIt was the day after Nightmare Moons return. Star Twinkle was working together with Steel Hammer. They are both carrying some wooden planks and walk down the road of Ponyville while talking about the recent events. "So let me get this straight, I mean in case I got something wrong" "Okay" Steel Hammer took a moment to collect his thoughts, before asking. "So after Nightmare Moons return, you thought it would be a good idea to go to the Everfree Forest" "I didn't think it was a good idea but yes" "To help some ponies to find something called The Elements of Harmony" "Yes" "Which were the reason why Nightmare Moon was imprisoned in the moon in the first place" "Yes" "And you were chosen by one of those Elements of Harmony" "Yes" "Which means that you pretty much helped to save all of Equestria" "Yes" "But not only that! You also had the chance to meet Princess Celestia in person" "Yes. What do you think?" With an exciting face , he waited for Steel Hammers answer. "Well, I guess it would have been better if I was there to see it myself." Star Twinkle was clearly surprised by that answer. "You don't believe me?" "I do! It's just hard picturing YOU in all this! I saw you with all those other ponies so, I guess that's enough" "Well, thank you," he said, giving Steel Hammer a rather disappointing look." He looked up at the sky, thinking about what happened and what it meant for him. "Yes...it is really hard to believe..." A few days later A little time later after the whole Nightmare Moon incident, everything seemed normal again in Ponyville. With the exception of Star Twinkles life, who now spends most of his time with his new friends. The only thing that bothers him now is the meaning of his element, which still remains unknown. "Honesty, Kindness, Laughter, Generosity, Loyalty, Magic and …." Star Twinkle was sitting outside of a restaurant on his table was an empty plate, meaning that he ate something there. "And what!? Urgh! Not even Princess Celestia knew anything about a seventh element!" He lied his head down on the table out of frustration. "Why am I even thinking about that? I mean Nightmare Moon is defeated, so there is no reason to use the Elements of Harmony again. Right?" He became silent for a moment, trying to find an answer, but couldn't find one. "Why is my mind so focused on the elements? It's sometimes the only thing I can think about. But why?" He lifted his head up again and put on a fake smile to cheer himself up again. "Enough of that! I am probably the only one who has to worry about unnecessary things like that." "I CAN'T DECIDE!" Star Twinkle was startled by a loud voice coming from a table behind him. He turned around and saw how Twilight and Spike sat on another table. The waiter left the table, so Twilight seemed to have made her order. They didn't seem to notice Star Twinkle, so he first thought about leaving them alone. But Twilight was clearly bothered by something, so Star Twinkle left his table and approached them. "Is something wrong?" Twilight and Spike noticed him and greeted him with a smile. He asked what that before was all about, so they explained it to him. Apparently Princess Celestia has given Twilight two tickets for something called "The Grand Galloping Gala" . But Twilight couldn't decide who should get one ticket and who doesn't. "Oh yeah, that's a problem" "Do you know what I should do?" She asked Star Twinkle in desperation. But Star Twinkle just shakes his head, much to the disappointment to Twilight. Star Twinkle was thinking about, what he would have done if he was in her position. But in the end, he was glad that he didn't have to decide, but he couldn't say that to her. "What is this "Grand Galloping Gala" anyway?" "It's just some girly party, nothing more" Said Spike while rolling his eyes. Twilight who also rolled her eyes protested, saying that it is one of the most important events in all of Equestria and that it is an honor to be invited by the princess herself. Despite all this information Star Twinkle didn't seem to be so impressed because it sounded like any other party. "So it's a really big thing I guess?" He asked, in an uninterested tone. While a waiter brought in the food that Twilight and Spike ordered. Spike already began to eat his hay that he ordered. Twilight, on the other hand, could not stop worrying. "Of course! That's why everypony wants one of the tickets. But I can't decide who I should give one. I have the feeling that if I don't decide soon, they will drive me crazy by the end of the day" Star Twinkle couldn't help but smirk, seeing Twilight worrying about the whole situation. "Aren't you overreacting a little? I mean they can't be that bad." "You're right I'm sure everything will be much clearer once I eat." Suddenly Star Twinkle realized how a water dropped on his head, making him look up in surprise. "You better hurry cause it looks like it's going to -" But just in the middle of his sentence heavy rain was suddenly pouring down on his head, leaving him soaked. "rain..." Twilight was confused what was happening until she heard a familiar voice up in the sky. "Hi there, best friend forever I've ever ever had. Enjoying the sunny weather?" It was Rainbow Dash, sitting on a cloud above the table where Twilight sat. She left a space of clouds open so that the sun would shine through right where Twilight sat. "Rainbow Dash, what are you doing?" "Whaddya mean? I just saw the smartest, most generous pony about to get rained on, so I thought I'd kick a hole in the clouds to keep her dry so she could dine in peace, that's all." Figuring out what was behind Rainbow Dash's action, Twilight knew what was going on. "Rainbow, you're not trying to get extra consideration for the extra ticket by doing me extra special favors, are you?" "Me? No no no, of course not." " Uh-uh," she responded in disbelieve. "Seriously, I'd do it for anypony." Twilight looked at Star Twinkle to confirm Rainbow Dash's statement. Star Twinkle was just wondering what he is still doing there, standing in the rain, waiting for something to happen on its own. To which Rainbow Dash just responded with an embarrassed laugh. "Rainbow, I am not comfortable accepting unwanted favors, so I'd appreciate it if you close up that rain cloud right now." "Ugh, fine" Rainbow Dash closed the cloud just like Twilight asked her to, leaving her happy and Star Twinkle worried because he knew exactly what was about to happen. Now it started to rain on Twilight as well. Making it impossible to eat the sandwich she ordered, cause it is now soaked. Twilight let out a growl in frustration while Spike could just laugh. Rarity who had an umbrella to keep herself dry approached the two soaked ponies "Twilight, it's raining." "No, really?"She said in a sarcastic tone. "Come with me before you catch a cold" She dragged Twilight with her and Spike and Star Twinkle followed her. Rarity took care of Twilight and Spike while Star Twinkle looked around the Boutique. It was the first time for Star Twinkle to see the "Carousel Boutique" from the inside. There were Mannequins, where Rarity probably put her dresses on, a podium surrounded by mirrors, colorful curtains, and dresses that were hanging all around the place. He came to the conclusion that it was a little too colorful for his taste. He noticed how Spike approached him in a rather fancy light blue outfit, paired with a blonde wig and a black hat. While Star Twinkle thought that Spikes looked hilarious, he tried his best to not laugh but couldn't help to at least grin a little. "Why do you look like that?" "Don't ask" he annoyingly replied. The little dragon left the Boutique after getting out of his funny garment and Star Twinkle walked up to Twilight and Rarity. Twilight was also dressed very fancy while Rarity seemed to fantasize about something. "*Gasp* And oh, my goodness, what a coincidence. I happen to have an ensemble of my own that matches yours to a T. We would be the belles of the ball, you and I. Everpony would be clamoring for our attention. All eyes would be on us, and then everyone would finally know, the most beautiful, most talented, most sophisticated pony in all of Equestria is Rarity the unicorn." She looked over to Twilight who gave her a mean look, realizing what this was all about. "He he...And Twilight Sparkle, of course." "I see what's going on. You're just buttering me up so I give you the extra ticket. Well, it's not gonna work. You're going to have to wait for my decision just like everypony else." She walked to the door removing her clothes at the same time while Star Twinkle followed her. "Now if you'll excuse me, I've been trying all day just to get some lunch." "Did somepony say lunch?" Out of nowhere Applejack appeared and dragged her out of the door to present her a carriage full of food. "You've got to be kidding me!" Twilight said in an annoyed tone. Applejack on the other hand proudly presented all of her delicious treats. "I got apple pie, apple fritters, apple tarts, apple dumplings, apple crisps, apple crumblers, and apple Brown Betty. Uh, the dessert, not my auntie. What do you say there, best friend?" Star Twinkle could hear a grumbling stomach sound, which came undoubtedly from Twilight who became more and angrier and frustrated. "No. No. I don't know who I'm giving the ticket to, and all these favors aren't making it any easier to decide. In fact, I'm less sure now than I was this morning. Come on Star Twinkle we're leaving!" She said while running angrily away. "We?...err I mean yes, right behind you" Of course, Star Twinkle followed her, even if he wasn't really sure why. He walked her home,but they didn't talk much. Probably because they were both annoyed about this ticket situation. But it, at least, gave Star Twinkle time to think. Aren't they suppose to be friends? Don't they realize that they put too much pressure on Twilight? Why doesn't Twilight tell them that she can't decide because she doesn't want to let anypony down? It's all those questions that he had no answers for, that made him unsure if he really belongs in this group of friends. "You see what I mean?" She asked Star Twinkle who was still in deep thoughts. "Huh? Oh! Yea!" They arrived at Twilight's library. Where Twilight just wanted to forget about the ticket for today. "Thanks for walking home with me," she said giving him a little smile. "No problem" Star Twinkle turned around and attempted to leave but he heard a humming from inside the treehouse as soon as Twilight opened the door. The humming came from Fluttershy, who seemed to clean Twilight's library, much to the despair of Twilight. "Fluttershy, not you too?" Star Twinkle felt bad for Twilight but he had enough of this whole "ticket situation" and pretended he didn't notice Fluttershy and tried to leave. Thankfully Twilight walked inside hear house to talk with Fluttershy, so it was safe to leave. At least, that's what he thought... As soon as Star Twinkle turned around to walk away from the treehouse, a Squeaky voice greeted him. "Hi, Star Twinkle!" It was Pinkie Pie. So things will become difficult, he thought. All he wanted to do is trying to escape from Twilight so that he never has to hear something about tickets for the rest of the day. But knowing Pinkie Pie, that was probably not an easy option right now. So Star Twinkle talked to her, in hope that it would be a short conversation. "Hey! Um....What are you doing here?" He asked, clearly not knowing what he should talk about with her. "Oh, just trying to convince Twilight to give me the ticket to the Grand Galloping Gala". Star Twinkle was surprised to get such a direct answer, but he wasn't surprised to hear the word "ticket" again. "Yeah I don't think this is a really good idea now." "Don't worry I have a very good plan!" She said while turning around to a group of ponies, that Star Twinkle just noticed. "Ready girls?" The ponies replied with a motivated cheer and Star Twinkle didn't know what this all was about. Twilight was standing in front of the door now. She pointed with her hoof outside of the door, probably trying to make Fluttershy leave her house. She then was surprised by a loud"Surprise!" that the group of ponies who dragged her outside, throwing her in the air multiple times, while Pinkie Pie was singing. Twilight didn't seem to happy about this "Surprise" at all demanding Pinkie Pie to drop her. Star Twinkle could only imagine how annoyed Twilight was at the moment and watched. She knew what Pinkie was planning because it was quite obvious. "Yeah, this will totally work..." He said in sarcasm. After a loud scream from Twilight, Pinkie Pie finally let her down or rather forcefully dropped her on the ground "Yes, Twilight?" She said while excitingly waiting for Twilight's answer. "At least, the other ponies tried to be subtle about the ticket." One of the ponies stepped out of the group, to ask what ticket Twilight was talking about. Pinkie Pie explained to them that Twilight had one ticket left for the Grand Galloping Gala. Star Twinkle saw where this was all going and tried to interrupt Pinkie in any way but it was too late for that. Ponies all around Twilight now tried to somehow get the ticket, from compliments and gifts to personal services, Twilight was now harassed from every direction. The only thing left for her to do was running away from this crowd of ponies. Star Twinkle and Pinkie Pie just watched how things got out of control real fast. "What's wrong with her?" Pinkie Pie asked in confusion. To which Star Twinkle didn't even responded in disappointment. "What in the hay was that all about," Applejack asked as she witnessed how a crowd of ponies walked by her, as she approached Star Twinkle and Pinkie Pie. "Well" Star Twinkle was about to explain the situation but he noticed how Rarity showed up, who carried another rather fancy light blue dress. Applejack asked what she was trying to do with that dress, cause it was obvious what her intent was. "Well, I just wanted to give Twilight one of my dresses as a gift. That is all" "And you're sure it has nothing to do with that ticket she promised to me?" Suddenly a voice from above could be heard, which was familiar one everypony recognized. "Don't you mean MY ticket!?" It was Rainbow Dash who landed in front of Applejack with a mean look on her face. "And just what are you doing here?" Applejack asked "Me? I just wanted to remind Twilight what good friends we are. But the question is what are YOU doing here?" She asked back to Applejack. Fluttershy who was inside the Treehouse the whole time overheard the conversation and came outside. As the other ponies noticed her, Rainbow Dash approached her, to ask her what SHE was doing in Twilight's house. "I...um...just wanted to...ehm.." Rainbow Dash suddenly realized that Fluttershy also wanted the ticket for herself. Applejack tried to defend Fluttershy while also making sure that she is the one deserving the ticket. Soon Rarity and Pinkie Pie joined in and they all started to argue about the ticket. "Girls!" Star Twinkle tried to make them stop but they weren't listening, making him feel kind of helpless as he could just watch how this so-called "friends" argued about one stupid ticket, for one stupid gala, forgetting how Twilight must feel in this situation. A mix of frustration and confusion was building up inside him, watching this until it turned into sadness and even anger ,ultimately exploding in a loud shout. "ENOUUUUUGH!" Suddenly all ponies were startled by Star Twinkles outburst and stared at him in surprise since they probably never saw him like that. Except for Pinkie Pie , who just said "Whoa Deja vu". Star Twinkle let out a relieved sigh after getting everyponies attention back, but he soon realized that this is not exactly what he is used to, making him nervous at first. But he came this far, so he mind as well finish it by saying what he wanted to say. "Listen I don't know why that ticket is so important to you all but I don't think it's up to you who Twilight gives her ticket to. Besides the problem is not that she can't decide who to take with her, but who she CAN'T take with her. At least, that's what I think... You are all her best friends and she doesn't want to let anypony down, so don't put even more pressure on her!" The five ponies who argued seconds before were completely silent and looked at each while listening to Star Twinkle. "If you really think one day on this Gala is worth all this then do what you want. Some friends you are." Everypony looked at the ground in shame after hearing the last sentence, realizing their mistakes. Star Twinkle just walked away not even bothering looking back. "I'm going home now. I've had enough of those tickets for one day." He was not used to such stressful days, aside that Nightmare Moon incident, so he was In a really bad mood to begin with. He was still thinking about what he said to them and was surprised to hear those words coming out of him. "Some friends you are..." This sentence made him feel the worst. How can HE, who never experienced friendship in the first place, say that they are bad friends? He stopped walking for a moment and decided to go back to them to apologize. No matter if it was needed or not, he just wanted to do it, to make himself feel better. The sun was already gone till he arrived at the Treehouse, but it looked like he was too late anyway. Nopony was in front of the Treehouse, so he couldn't apologize, making him feel bad again. The lights of the Treehouse were on, so Twilight must be home. Suddenly the door opened and a six happy ponies walked out of the tree house. Each with a ticket floating above their heads, probably from Twilight's magic. "What's going on here?" The Confused pony asked "Oh, Star Twinkle! Perfect! Here!" She walked up to him, making one of the tickets fly above his head. "Are those all tickets for the Grand Galloping Gala?" "Yes! I gave my tickets back to Princess Celestia, so she gave me enough for all of my friends. Here this one is for you." "Gave them back? Why did you do that?" The other ponies approached him as well, explaining the situation. "We have you to thank for that" Rarity said in a grateful tone. "Yes! If you hadn't told us what bad friends we were, then we would have never realized, how bad we would make Twilight feel" Pinkie Pie said in an unfitting happy tone. "They came and apologized to me, saying that they didn't want to go to the gala anymore. That's when I realized that I didn't want to go either if it means leaving one of my friends behind. After all, it wouldn't be as much fun, if not all of my friends could come." "Come on Star Twinkle, we gonna get Twilight something to eat, because of all the trouble we caused, you should come too" Applejack said. They all walked away happily, laughing and smiling. It was surprising how good this all turned out at the end, judging from rest of the day. Was it really that easy? Is what Star Twinkle thought, but he was kinda glad, to see them all having fun again. Spike also walked by him now, having one ticket himself in his claw and giggling, which he stopped after he noticed that Star Twinkle was looking at him. "I mean, gross, I have to go too?" He said while he continued giggling. Star Twinkle just gave him a light smile, while thinking about what Twilight said. "It wouldn't be as much fun if not all of my friends could come. Yes It must be bad if you have to leave even one friend" He followed the others slowly and noticed how Twilight looked back at him, giving him a smile, that almost said thank you, making Star Twinkle look away kind of embarrassed. After the day was over, as usual, Star Twinkle lied in his bed, spending some time to think about stuff. He again thought about the seventh unknown Element of Harmony, what it was, why he was chosen by it and other stuff. "I AM the only one thinking about this, am I?" He looked to his left, where a wooden table stood, where the Ticket for the Grand Galloping Gala was laying on. "I don't know what I am supposed to do on he gala, but that doesn't matter, right? Cause I will be there with my friends, THAT'S what I should think about" He closed his eyes and decided to go to sleep now, trying to forget that whole Element of Harmony Stuff and thought about the Grand Galloping Gala and all the fun that he will have there with his new friends.
4. I don't need helpIt was closing time for the Iron Hammer and both Star Twinkle and Steel Hammer were preparing to end their work for today. Star Twinkle was pulling a cart full of tools, iron, wood and other heavy stuff which were clearly too heavy for him since it was hard for him to breath and his whole body was shaking in the process. “You sure you can handle this?” Steel Hammer asked in concern. “Yeah, no problem” Which was obviously not true. "I mean it is no problem for me to stop my work for a second to help you” "No! I'm all good. No need for that!” He insisted. "If you say so...” He said with a disbelieving look on his face. Eventually, Star Twinkle managed to pull the cart inside the workshop. Letting out a huge breath of relief, his tiredness went away and turned into happiness and confidence after this painful exhausting experience. "See? Told you I can do it!” He said proudly. But looking at a shaking and exhausted Star Twinkle didn't seem to impress Steel Hammer. "Then let's get the second cart in too.” "Second cart?” He asked in confusion as if he misheard something. Steel Hammer pointed whit his hoof at another cart outside of the workshop. The content of the cart was the same as the last ones but for Star Twinkle, it looked like even heavier making his happiness completely disappear as he could only let out a huge sigh of frustration. It was a quiet day in Ponyville, so Star Twinkle decided to spend some time with his friends after work. He met Twilight and Pinkie Pie, who had a conversation, even though Pinkie was doing most of the talking. Shortly after joining them, he noticed how the ground was shaking, wondering what it caused he looked around to find it out. Rainbow Dash who noticed the shaking too, took a quick look in the distance. She noticed how something got closer to Ponyville and the next thing she said was: “STAMPEDE!” Panic spread really quick, everypony hid in their houses to save themselves from the stampede. Star Twinkle asked Rainbow Dash, what exactly was going on. “There's a whole bunch of cows running in this direction!” She said “Cows? Well then let's get out of here too” He proposed to Twilight and Pinkie Pie. But all he saw, was Pinkie Pie who had way to much fun with the shaking ground. “Hey! This makes my voice sound silly!” talking in a vibrating tone caused from the shaking. “Pinkie Pie, are you crazy? Run!” Said Twilight, while also running away. “We better get out too” Star Twinkle grabbed Pinkie Pie and tried to drag her to safety, but then Rainbow Dash prompted everypony to take a look in the distance. It was Applejack. Everypony watched in relief how Applejack took care of the situation all on her own. She managed to draw them away from Ponyville, saving the whole town from potential damage. After the cows were “tamed” again, Applejack ran off in the distance, like it was just some normal routine for her. Impressed by Applejack's heroic action everypony cheered for her before she walked out of sight. One week has passed since then. To thank Applejack for saving Ponyville everypony decided to throw a party in her honor. Everypony helped to decorate Ponyville for the party, ranging from colorful ribbons to balloons, confetti and much more. Everything was set and the only thing missing was the pony this party was dedicated to. Even though Star Twinkle was not a fan of parties, he liked to help with the decoration since it was for Applejack, for who he was thankful as well. He didn't mind as long as it is for somepony else. Star Twinkle approached Twilight and Rarity who lifted a banner with an apple on it to the front of the town hall. “Are we ready now?” He asked Twilight. “I don't know, are we?” She asked Rarity “Yes everything is ready” She proudly said. “Then we just have to wait for Applejack,” Twilight said. Everypony was now waiting in front of the town hall. Twilight tried to give a speech in honor of Applejack but was constantly interrupted by somepony and eventually gave up and let the mayor speak. Twilight joined her friends who stood in the crowd listening to what the mayor said. “I was preparing for this speech the whole day...” Twilight annoyingly said. All the ponies who were interrupting Twilight mentioned that Applejack was going to help them in some way to the surprise of Star Twinkle, who knew that Applejack was a hard worker but he didn't realize how she even managed to help her friends after working the whole day on the farm. “Applejack sure is somepony you can rely on, huh?” He said. “Of course!” Pinkie said “She always helps out her friends when they need help. That's why everypony likes her” “Yes...I guess she is,” He said, with a little smile on his face. Pinkie noticed his smile and smiled right back at him. “You should do that more often,” She said. Confused by that sentence, Star Twinkle asked what she meant. “Smiling of course,” She said, presenting him a smile as if she wanted to show how it is done. “She's right,” Rarity said. ”You have a lovely smile and should show it more often. Don't get me wrong but most of the time you look a little gloomy” She said, trying to make it sound a little more subtle. Star Twinkle kinda knew what she meant. He doesn't smile nearly as often as his friends even after he became friends with them. He was wondering why. It's not because he was sad or because he lacked some sense of humor. Before he realized, he found himself again in his own world of thoughts, ignoring his surroundings completely but he snapped out after realizing that his friends gave him some concerned looks. “I think the mayor is finished now!” Trying to change the subject, he looked up to listen to the mayor. “And so, with no further ado, it is my privilege to give the prize, Pony of Ponyville Award, to our beloved guest of honor, a pony of the utmost trustworthiness, reliability, and integrity. Ponyville's most capable and dependable friend: Applejack” Everypony cheered to welcome Applejack, expecting her to be behind the curtain that the mayor opened, only to find out that she was nowhere to be found, leaving confusion in the crowd. After a short awkward pause, Applejack did show up, working her way trough the crowd of ponies she approached the mayor to accept her award, which was a huge gold trophy. It was quite obvious that Applejack was a little different than usual. She had problems keeping her eyes open and she seemed to be a little disorientated. Twilight tried to give her proper thanks in the name of Ponyville but Applejack stood just there barely listening to her and even fell asleep for a few seconds. It was a pretty awkward situation and Applejack just left dragging the trophy behind her. “Did anypony else think we overdid it with the decoration?” Star Twinkle said hinting at Applejack's rather short visit. After Applejack left, everypony removed the decoration. While Star Twinkle removed some ribbons strapped to a tree Twilight approached him asking him if he noticed Applejack's strange behavior. It was quite obvious to him like it was for everypony else. “Yes, you think she is alright?” Twilight asked in concern. “I don't know,” He said calmly while in his head he was more likely thinking: it's not my problem but he couldn't just say that out loud in front of Twilight. Applejack is a strong and independent pony, so she will probably be okay is what he thought. Twilight was a little disappointed. She wanted to hear things like: “Yes I am worried too” or “Yea we should help her”. But Star Twinkle continued to remove the decoration almost like Twilight wasn't even there. Twilight's determination to ask Applejack didn't seem to have changed so she decided to help her. “We better go to Applejack and ask her what's wrong,” She said. Star Twinkle thought he misheard something judging from his confused facial expression. “We?” He said confused. “Yes let's go,” she said, completely oblivious to Star Twinkles reaction. “But I am not done here yet” “I am pretty sure you can still do that later” Twilight used her magic to drag Star Twinkle on his little tail behind her, much to his disapproval until he decided to follow her on his own. They both made their way to the farm of Sweet Apple Acres , where Applejack usually did her apple bucking. Star Twinkle, as usual, felt kinda out of place. He never liked being dragged into other ponies problems. “There she is,” Twilight said while pointing at Applejack who seem to have problems kicking the apple trees. “What on earth is that pony doing?” Twilight said. Twilight tried to get her attention but Applejack felt asleep on the spot again. But Twilight was persistent to wake her up and ask her why she behaves like this. Applejack explained that it is Applebuck season, which is basically harvesting time on Sweet Apple acres, where they collect all apples from the trees to sell them. Big Macintosh Applejack's big brother was injured so it was up to Applejack to gather all the apples on her own. Twilight asked her if she wanted some help, but Applejack refused to say that she can handle it on her own and doesn't need anypony to help her. She said she could to do it alone and Twilight saying that she couldn't do it only made her even more confident. After an effortless talk, Applejack returned to her apple bucking while Twilight and Star Twinkle left the farm. “So now we know why she was so tired,” Star Twinkle said. “I can't believe that she is so stubborn. Why can't she just accept our help? It would be much easier for her,” she explained. Star Twinkle was listening to Twilight's words but he couldn't understand why she had the urge to help her that badly. “She says she wanted to do it alone so just let her,” he said. Twilight gave Star Twinkle a mean look. She couldn't understand why Star Twinkle thought that things are okay as they were right now. “If she continues to work alone, then she maybe hurt herself or even worse.” “But we can't just force her to accept our help,” he said. “We are Applejack's friends. And friends should support each other,” she insisted. “She would ask us if she wanted help,” at least that's what HE would do if he wanted help. Twilight continued to give him a mean look, eventually getting a little angry at his words. “What is wrong with you Star Twinkle?” “What?” He asked in surprise. “Back then when we faced Nightmare Moon you didn't hesitate to help us but now it's like you don't even care” He didn't give an answer to that although there were numerous things that Star Twinkle could say at this point, for example, he did hesitate and he wasn't even sure why he helped them in the first place. And it was true that he didn't care about Applejack's problem because he thinks that things are gonna be okay. Twilight makes him look like he is the one who is in the wrong all this time. But from Star Twinkles point of view, she is the one who should tone it down a little. “You said that we are Applejack's friends and Applejack thinks of us as friends too, so if she doesn't want to bother us asking for help then so be it” That sentence confused Twilight because she just realized that Star Twinkle didn't even understand the problem. “It's not because she doesn't want to bother us its because she is too stubborn to accept help, she thinks she has to prove something” “Whatever,” he said in an uncaring way, making Twilight even angrier. “Ugh! There is no point talking with you! I am going home now” Twilight's patience was at its limit so she left. Seeing that she could not convince Star Twinkle to see the problem. She gave him a disappointing look as she walked away from him but he didn't seem to notice because he already walked away. After helping to remove the rest of the decoration for Applejack's “Party” Star Twinkle decided to go home as well. He laid on his bed lost in thoughts as always, thinking about Twilight's words. “If Applejack thinks of us as friends, then she would ask us for help but she doesn't so she doesn't want to bother us with that...right?” He asked to himself. “She didn't hesitate to help us with the stampede, so she won't hesitate to ask us if she needs help...right?” He repeated to himself in various ways, believing that it was true. He closed his eyes while thinking about the situation over and over again until he eventually fell asleep. He always feels tired after discussions like this. He had a strange dream. There were no images, there was only a voice that he didn't recognize. But for some reason, it also felt familiar. “I don't need help.... I can do this on my own... I don't want... Yes, that's exactly why... Because...” Suddenly a familiar shaking woke him up from his dream. He panicked for a second due to the surprise until he heard something from outside. “STAMPEDE!” It was Rainbow Dash who alerted everypony once again from an upcoming stampede. Star Twinkle was surprised to hear this word again and looked out of his window. “Cows again? Or something worse? Like..like...........?” But he got his answer by looking down on the ground. “Bunnies?” Surprised by the sight of a bunch of bunnies running trough the town Star Twinkles fear quickly vanished. After the “Stampede” Star Twinkle was walking around in town to ask how exactly it came to this. He asked Fluttershy, who was trying to calm down the bunnies. She said that Applejack tried to help her with the bunnies but things seemed to have escalated a little. He also talked to Pinkie Pie and Rainbow Dash who asked her for help earlier this day. They all seem to have encountered some problems as well. “I better go to Applejack to ask her about all that.” Star Twinkle went to Sweet Apple Acres to look for Applejack, expecting to see her doing some apple bucking again. But to his surprise, he found her unconscious next to Twilight and a red stallion with an orange mane. The stallion was Applejack's big brother Big Macintosh. Star Twinkle did meet him on one or two occasions when he was doing some work on the farm. He didn't talk much and Star Twinkle wasn't bothered by that but it made it hard to judge his character. He thought Big Macintosh was okay, though. But the pony he didn't want to see right now, because of their last conversation was Twilight, who still had a mean look on her face when looking at Star Twinkle. “What are you doing here?” She said while almost sounding bored to talk with Star Twinkle. “And now I regret coming here” He mumbled to himself, so nopony could hear it. Twilight looked at Applejack in concern who was still unconscious. “See? If we had helped her none of this would have happened” She explained. “Oh, so you knew that there would be a mass poisoning and bunny stampede as a result” He jokingly said but Twilight wasn't really in the mood for jokes at the moment. “Look at that,” She said while pointing to a huge field of apple trees. “She passed out after seeing how much work there is left” She explained. Star Twinkle was more than surprised to see THAT many apple trees left after Applejack's hard work. “Do you still think she should do it on her own?” Twilight asked. “...No” He said accepting that Twilight was right. “But I still think that she should ask us if she needs help or at least not refuse our help. I don't know why she doesn't want to accept our help but if she is our friend then she should at least let us help her. I don't feel comfortable helping somepony who doesn't want my help,” he explained Twilight kinda understood what he was getting at, even though she didn't approve of it. But she didn't want to argue with him anymore so she gave him an understanding look. Meanwhile, Applejack woke up, so Twilight rushed to her side to confirm that she was alright. “Are you alright?” Twilight asked. “Oh, hi Twitwinkle and Starsparkle” “Wow she is really messed up,” he said, resulting Twilight to give him a mean look once again. “Sorry,” he said noticing that it was inappropriate. “Now Applejack, I completely respect the Apple family ways. You're always there to help anypony in need, so maybe you can put a little of your stubborn pride aside and allow your friends to help you.” Twilight said “Yes but we can't help anypony who doesn't want our help, so let us please help if not for your sake, then at least for ours,” Star Twinkle said. Applejack looked at how many apple trees there were left and realized that it was too much, so she swallowed her pride and accepted their help. Twilight and Star Twinkle let out a sigh of relief and both lent a hoof to Applejack, helping her up. Star Twinkle, Twilight, Rainbow Dash, Pinkie Pie, Rarity and Fluttershy all ended up helping Applejack with the apple trees and work was almost done at the end of the day. Applejack prepared some drinks for her friends, so they stopped work and all gathered around her. “How about y'all take a little break? I got some fine apple juice waitin' for ya!” “Uh! Apple juice!” Pinkie excitingly said. Applejack realized that she was acting a bit stubborn and thanked her friends for their help. While they all drank a little apple juice spike offered them some rather unhealthy looking muffins. They all were disgusted even by the look of them. Star Twinkle came to the conclusion that those may be the muffins Applejack helped to make, so he didn't even thought one second to taste one of them. Eventually, the work was done at the end of the day and they all went home. Star Twinkle was exhausted but he also felt good for helping Applejack. But he didn't know if it was because he liked to help out his friend or if it was because he felt like repaying Applejack for saving the town from the stampede. At that night, he once again had that strange dream. Once again there were no pictures, there was only a voice that he didn't recognize. “I don't need help.... I can do this on my own... I don't want you to get involved with this... Yes, that's exactly why... Because were friends...” But Star Twinkle slept quietly through the night without interruptions and without waking up from this dream. He was thinking about this dream on the next day but didn't know what to make out of it. It was later this day and he almost finished his work at the Iron Hammer. Once again he had to pull a cart full of tools, iron and wood inside of the workshop. He was struggling because it was heavy as usual and Steel Hammer noticed that...as usual but he didn't say anything, knowing that Star Twinkle would give him the usual answer. But then he heard something that completely surprised him. “You know...that cart sure is heavy” Star Twinkle indirectly implied. “Yes, so?” Steel Hammer said not knowing what Star Twinkle was getting at. “I mean...it would go along much easier if somepony would help me...you know?” He said still trying to be a little subtle about it. Steel Hammer was slowly getting what Star Twinkle tried to say, even though he was surprised to hear it from HIM. But he didn't say anything and helped him without hesitation even smiling at him like he wanted to say: I am proud of you. Star Twinkle didn't know how to react to this and just continued to on the cart, which was now much easier to pull. Star Twinkle continued his work while thinking about the events from yesterday. He felt that the dream he had last night was somehow connected to the situation. But why? He thought. “If somepony is offering you his help , then it's not because they think you can't do it on your own?” He mumbled to himself. “Or do they want to help you because they want to make it easier for you?” He didn't want to think too much about it but that was easier than he thought. While he still thought about all this, he eventually stopped at the end of the day and didn't worry about it too much. Since thinking about all those things would just ruin his days in Ponyville At least that's what he thought...
5. PranksterAfter a hard day of work Steel Hammer was generous enough to invite Star Twinkle for a drink. They were both having some juice in a nearby restaurant in Ponyville and talked about some casual stuff. But in the middle of the conversation, Steel Hammer got distracted by something. He looked in Star Twinkles direction who was drinking his juice at the moment but he noticed the look he received from him. “What?” he said while interrupting his drink. Steel Hammer was puzzled for a second but then he quickly took out some bits and gave them to Star Twinkle. “I am still a little thirsty so how about you get us both one more drink? It's on me of course,” he insisted. Star Twinkle was wondering why Steel Hammers behavior was changing all of the sudden but didn't think too much about it. He went to the counter to get two drinks and returned to the table. He placed the drinks on the table and noticed how Steel Hammer gave him a very wide grin making Star Twinkle very suspicious. “What?” he asked once again. “Nothing” Steel Hammer replied while trying to keep a straight face. Star Twinkle grew more and more suspicious of Steel Hammers behavior and wanted to ask him why he acted so strange but as soon as he sat down a loud farting sound echoed from Star Twinkle. There was an awkward silence at the table until Steel Hammer started to laugh at Star Twinkle who felt very embarrassed at the moment. “Hey that wasn't me!” he insisted while trying to act calm. He suddenly noticed that his seat felt weird and that he was sitting on something. It was a whoopee cushion that made the fart sound. He picked it up and looked at it weird but then he heard some laughter behind him so he turned around. He saw Pinkie Pie and Rainbow Dash who giggled at him. “Does that belong to you?” he asked while lifting the cushion. “Hi hi yep,” Pinkie said while still laughing “Your reaction was hilarious” “Thanks for not blowing us out Mr. Steel Hammer,” Rainbow Dash said “No problem girls,” he said giving them a wide grin and waving at them. They waved back at them and left, probably searching for another victim to prank. Meanwhile, Star Twinkle laid down the cushion and sat down again. “You knew about this?” he asked Steel Hammer while giving him an annoyed look. “Yeah, they put it on your chair while you got us the drinks” “That would explain why you were grinning so much after I came back,” Star Twinkle said. “Oh come on it was just a harmless prank” Steel Hammer said, trying to calm down Star Twinkle who seem to be a little annoyed. Star Twinkle was looking around him and noticed that there were like two or three other ponies sitting outside of the restaurant so the audience for that prank was not that big. He looked at the cushion and thought about the prank, making him grin a little. “I guess it was pretty funny” he happily said. Much to the surprise of Steel Hammer who was almost shocked to hear this. “Oh? I never thought of you as a prankster” Steel Hammer said. “I'm not into pranks but I don't have anything against a little prank that doesn't hurt anypony.” Again, Steel Hammer was surprised to hear those understanding words coming out of Star Twinkles words “I really have the feeling that I don't know you anymore. I mean since you defeated Nightmare Moon with those other ponies, every day that passes seem to change you for the better.” “I guess,” Star Twinkle replied in a monotone voice. Steel Hammer was right, after first meeting and spending some time with his new friends, Star Twinkle was a little more open to most things even if it was just a little. After spending some time outside of the restaurant Star Twinkle and Steel Hammer parted. It was still early and Star Twinkle didn't know what to do, so he aimlessly wandered through Ponyville. Maybe somepony would like to spend some time with him. He actually came across somepony he knew, it was Fluttershy who ran towards Star Twinkle. Star Twinkle hesitated a second to try and get her attention since he hasn't spoken to her that much and she didn't seem like a pony with whom you would have long in depth conversations but he had to start somewhere so he decided to call her out. “Hello Fluttershy,” he called out but she didn't seem to notice him and continued to run towards him. Before he realized that she didn't hear him it was already too late, they crashed into each other, leaving them both on the ground. Star Twinkle already regretted to even try to talk to her, since he knew it would be a little difficult, but that was just unnecessary. They both got back on their hoofs and Star Twinkle was annoyed already but tried to be forgiving since he knew that Fluttershy is very sensible. “Ehm...Are you okay?” he said, not trying to sound too annoyed. Fluttershy got back up on her hoofs and that's when Star Twinkle noticed that she had tears in her eyes. Suddenly his whole reaction to the situation changed, he knew that she was crashing into HIM but he didn't care about that right now. She must be hurt because of the clash, which made Star Twinkle instantly feel bad so he tried to comfort her as good as he possibly could. But Star Twinkle was not really good when it comes to this kind of situations, mainly because he never had friends before that needed comfort and since Fluttershy was very sensible to begin with so he had to choose his words carefully, which was difficult since he began to panic. But before he could say anything Fluttershy ran off and left Star Twinkle in the middle of the road, while still having tears in her eyes. “Well, that didn't go as I thought it would,” he said to himself while still feeling bad. “don't worry it was not your fault,” Pinkie Pie said. “Are you sure? It looked like...” he stopped in the middle of his sentence as he noticed that Pinkie Pie was suddenly standing behind him. “Wow! Where did you came from?” he said in surprise. Pinkie Pie just smiled as usual when she talked to Star Twinkle, probably because she enjoys his reactions to her randomness. “Hey! I'm going to throw a party later this day and you are invited too” she excitingly said. Way to change the subject, Star Twinkle thought. He didn't want to go as usual, but he knew that he would end up going to it, whether it was because of Pinkie Pie or his boredom. But Pinkie Pie insisted that he should come since it was very important as she said and Star Twinkle was really bad at saying no if somepony asked for something especially if he or she was so desperate. Pinkie Pie left off with a smile and Star Twinkle went home to prepare himself for the party. That's when he realized that she didn't tell him for what occasion she was throwing a party. Was it a birthday? Or another important occasion? Pinkie Pie said it was important after all. But either way, it's not like he would change his appearance since he or pretty much every other pony rarely wear clothes. He arrived at Sugar Cube Corner a few hours later where Pinkie Pie greeted him. He used this opportunity to ask Pinkie Pie why she was throwing this Party in the first place to what she answered that it was a party for an old friend of Rainbow Dash named Gilda. Star Twinkle didn't know what he had to do with all this, after all, he didn't even knew this Gilda person. But Rainbow Dash wasn't anywhere to be seen so he was most likely a little too early to the party. Fluttershy, on the other hand, was already present and Star Twinkle decided to talk to her so he could at least apologize for crashing into her, even though she was the one bumping into him. He wasn't hurt or anything so it wasn't a big deal for him, she was much more fragile and sensible so it felt just right to him to say sorry or something. “Hello, Fluttershy...again,” he awkwardly said. “...Uhm....Hello, Star Twinkle,” she said while trying to avoid eye contact. Great,this situation is already awkward, Star Twinkle thought to himself. He didn't know how he should approach her at all and she clearly didn't want to talk with him, making this conversation a lot more complicated as he thought. “So, you do you know this Gilda pony?” he asked. “Yes...but she is not a pony, she's a griffon...” she said, still avoiding eye contact as much as she could. “Oh so you've met her already?” he asked. “...yes...” She seemed to get more and more uncomfortable, making Star Twinkle feel more and more uncomfortable. He thought he was out of options, so the only thing left was to get out the apology as quickly as possible. “Hey, earlier today when I bumped into you...” he was surprised how hard it would be to just say sorry, he never had to do that before because he avoided as much contact as possible with other ponies, therefore avoiding conflicts as well. But Fluttershy noticed that he was struggling, which caught her attention, making it even harder for Star Twinkle to concentrate on his words. “I just wanted to say, that I'm sorry, okay?” It felt like a huge relief for him to get those words out but he then realized that she still had to accept it, making him nervous again. “Sorry? For what?” she innocently asked him, while looking at him confused. “Well for hurting you earlier this day, when we bumped into each other,” he explained. Fluttershy seemed to be confused off Star Twinkles behavior but then she remembered that she was crying earlier this day and that Star Twinkle may have misunderstood something. “Oh no, I didn't cry because we bumped into each other, so don't worry,” she said in a caring voice. Star Twinkle felt relieved to hear that but couldn't help to doubt her words a little. Maybe she was just saying that to make him feel better or because she didn't want him to talk to her because she felt awkward about it. But would she do something like this? He thought. Once again Star Twinkle was caught up in his inner monolog but he eventually snapped out and said something. “Okay, I thought I was the one who made you cry or something, so felt kinda bad about it,” he said in relief. “You don't have to, you are a really nice person, you would never do something to hurt somepony,” she proudly said. This triggered another monolog in Star Twinkles head. Why is she saying that with so much confidence? She barely knows me, so how could she assume that I am “nice”? Is she just being naive? Or does she really think about me that way? I wouldn't call myself a bad person, but she doesn't know that. She can't possibly know what I think about her or anypony else since I rarely speak with anypony. Fluttershy noticed how Star Twinkle stared at her suspiciously, wondering if she said something wrong, she shyly backed away a little. Star Twinkle didn't notice that because he was too focused in his thoughts until he noticed some creature that entered the room. That creature had feathers instead of fur, claws and paws instead of hoofs, giant wings and a long tail. Star Twinkle was positive that he never saw something like that before. “Who is that?” He asked Fluttershy. She had a shocked expression on her face and tried to hide behind Star Twinkle, who was confused by her behavior. “What's wrong?” He asked Fluttershy. “It's nothing,” she said in a quiet voice. Star Twinkle saw how this unknown creature was accompanied by Rainbow Dash, so it was possible that this person was Gilda. Whenever she was or not, Pinkie Pie greeted her like any other guest, shaking hoofs with her...or claws to be precise. But suddenly Gilda was shocked by something after shaking hoofs with Pinkie Pie, much to the surprise of anypony. Seconds later Pinkie Pie revealed that she had a buzzer in her hoof, which was most likely the cause of Gildas extreme reaction. “A prank, huh?” Star Twinkle thought. Pinkie Pie and Rainbow Dash were playing some pranks on the citizens of Ponyville today at least that's what he heard from Twilight, Applejack and Rarity. So it was a party involving pranks? He thought. After this little prank, Pinkie decided to introduce everypony to Gilda. “I'd like you all to meet Gilda, a long-time, dear friend of Rainbow Dash. Let's honor her and welcome her to Ponyville,” Pinkie Pie said to all the ponies in the room. After those words, Star Twinkle instantly notice something about Gilda. She was not comfortable or at least didn't like how Pinkie Pie introduced her to all the ponies. Maybe she was like Star Twinkle and didn't like to be pushed in the spotlight like that? After all, he only noticed because she was giving a fake smile most of the time when she got the attention of every pony, which is exactly what Star Twinkle would do in her situation. But would that be enough to make them both go along well? Star Twinkle asked himself. Pinkie Pie was offering Gilda some vanilla lemon drops, who didn't hesitate to take one. But again, Gilda showed some unusual behavior, in fact, she was breathing fire all of the sudden. Star Twinkle assumed for one second that this is something griffons are able to do, but he was familiar with Pinkie Pies sweets to some degree. She once gave him a cupcake with hot sauce, which almost burned his tongue away. As a natural reaction, Gilda tried to find something to drink. She took a glass of punch but there was a hole in the glass and it all dripped on Gilda, most likely another prank. Eventually, Gilda found something to drink and cooled herself off, but she didn't seem to like how she was treated. Rainbow Dash pointed out the presents for Gilda, so Gilda excitingly rushed over to them. When she opened one of them, to her surprise a bunch of spring snakes jumped out of the present. Even thought this party was arranged for Gilda, she didn't look happy at all, in fact, she looked a bit angry. Star Twinkle didn't understand what was going on exactly but he at least wanted to talk with Gilda once, this party was held so that everypony gets to know her after all. So Star Twinkle approached her while mentally preparing himself and thinking about what they should talk about. “Hello, my name is-” but he was interrupted by her before he could finish his sentence. “Get lost pony!” she said while walking past him in an annoyed tone. Not sure what exactly happened there, Star Twinkle decided to just stand there confused, while Gilda approached Rainbow Dash with who she seemed a little more comfortable. “Did I say something wrong?” he thought. The party went on, everypony was having fun, except Star Twinkle who felt out of place. Some of his friends accompanied him, so he at least had somepony to talk to, even if they did most of the talking. Pinkie Pie was bringing in a big Cake with some candles on top. Twilight was suggesting that Gilda should blow out the candles since it is her party. So Gilda rushed to the cake and attempted to blow them out but to her surprise, they lit again. After some unsuccessful attempts to blow them out, she gave up. They were more likely re-lighting candles, meaning that she could never blow them out on her own. Gilda didn't seem to like getting all those pranks played on her and Star Twinkle was wondering if this party really was such a good idea. Everypony took a slice of cake and talked about some trivial stuff. The cake tasted really good, even though Spike has ravaged most of it before anypony could eat a piece. Star Twinkle noticed how Gilda gave Pinkie Pie a mean look from time to time and wondered what that was all about. For him, it looked like Gilda wasn't even trying to get along with somepony other than Rainbow Dash. After the cake, Applejack announced that it was time to play “Pin the tail on the pony” It was a popular party game, where you have to pin a tail at a picture of a pony, preferably at the right spot, all while being blindfolded. Rarity wanted to go first but Gilda insisted that she should go first, so she took the tail and Spike blindfolded her so that she could start. Pinkie Pie led her to the poster so that she could pin the tail, but for some reason Gilda turned around and walked in the other direction, where she slipped on a piece of cake, that laid on the ground, making her slip right into the kitchen. She was a mess after she came out, there were cake and flour all over her body and the tail was now on her face. And Pinkie Pies comment that the she pinned the tail on the wrong side didn't make it better at all since all ponies were now laughing at her. Star Twinkle felt a little bad for Gilda, but even he couldn't resist smirking a little. Gilda, on the other hand, didn't seem to found it funny at all. She was quite angry in fact and finally snapped, letting out a scary roar that stopped the laughter of all ponies. “This is your idea of a good time? I've never met a lamer bunch of dweebs in all my life.” She said in rage, flying above the heads of the ponies. She was especially angry at Pinkie Pie, for playing all those pranks at her and said that she and Rainbow Dash are way to cool, to hang out with such a bunch of lame ponies. So Gilda attempted to leave the party and prompted Rainbow Dash to follow her, but to her surprise Rainbow Dash refused. “You know Gilda, I was the one who set up all those weak pranks at this party.” Rainbow Dash admitted, to the surprise of every pony. Rainbow Dash said that it was pure luck that Gilda was setting them all off. But Gilda didn't believe her and still blamed Pinkie Pie for all those pranks so that she could make Gilda look like a fool. “Me? I threw this party to improve your attitude. I thought a good party might turn that frown upside down,” Pinkie Pie said, making a sad frown herself since her plan didn't work. Rainbow Dash was upset that Gilda treated her new friends like that and advised her that she should find some new cool friend if that is all that she was caring for. Gilda took the advice and left the party, leaving every pony confused in the room. Rainbow Dash apologized for bringing Gilda to the party but every pony forgave her. She said that she would rather hang out with her “boring” and “uncool” friends. And so the party went on as if nothing happened. It was still a fun party and nopony left with a bad taste in his mouth but Star Twinkle was always bothered by something and this time it was no exception. Having a conversation about Gilda was unavoidable after all that happened and Rainbow Dash really didn't understand why Gilda was behaving like that. She was just assuming that all her friends could get along no matter if old or new. This conversation made Star Twinkle think that friendship is a lot more complicated than he thought and if it is all worth this complication. He was never really Gildas friend to begin with but doesn't sharing a friend like Rainbow Dash automatically make them friends too? But instead, Gilda and Rainbow Dash just lost one friend. Was Star Twinkle indirectly responsible for that? Because he was one of Rainbow Dash's friends? Thankfully Star Twinkle didn't have to worry about things like that in the future because he doesn't have any old friends that he has to introduce to his new ones, so things like that could never happen. Because Star Twinkle wasn't as strong as Rainbow Dash. He probably couldn't decide which side he would have picked but Rainbow Dash did, making him wonder if she was also talking about him when she was defending her friends. If she could have chosen between him and Gilda who would she have picked? Star Twinkle actually thought about asking her but scrapped this idea really quick for unknown reasons. Maybe because he knew the answer? Or because he didn't want to bother Rainbow Dash? Either way, the party was coming to an end and Star Twinkle went home. And as usual, he felt asleep while thinking about the events of the day. His last thought at this day was: “I'm sorry Gilda.”
6. Great and Powerful BoastingWhile walking through Ponyville, Star Twinkle noticed a huge crowd in the town square. Wondering what it was all about, he decided to watch from far away since he didn't like crowds like this but Applejack, who stood there with the rest of her friends called him over so he practically had no choice but to go over there. “What's going on here?” he asked Applejack. “It looks like some kind of fancy magic show,” she replied. “I heard that it is run by the greatest and most powerful unicorn in all of Equestria” Pinkie Pie excitingly said. “And who is that?” Star Twinkle asked. “I don't know,” Pinkie Pie answered confused. Star Twinkle noticed a small wagon in front of the crowd. So the greatest and most powerful unicorn in Equestria lives in a small wagon like that? He asked to himself. But Suddenly a loud voice could be heard from the wagon that grabbed every ponies attention. “Come one, come all! Come and witness the amazing magic of the Great and Powerful Trixie!” A blue unicorn with a light blue almost silver colored mane stepped out of a smoke cloud. She was wearing a wizard hat and a cape, both were purple and had yellow and blue stars on them. “Watch in awe as the Great and Powerful Trixie performs the most spectacular feats of magic ever witnessed by pony eyes!” she said, while fireworks and other special effects underlined her performance. The great and powerful Trixie continued to talk about her greatness and how her magic was the most impressive thing that nopony has ever seen before. Star Twinkle was not too familiar with magic but he knew that unicorns usually possess little magic, which is connected with their special talent. So he was wondering if her special talent was magic, just like Twilight's and if Trixie's magic is on par with hers. Some ponies seem to be a little annoyed by Trixie's boasting, except for Twilight who said that there was nothing wrong with being talented. But the others said that it is wrong to show off your special talent even if you are better at it than anypony else. That is something Star Twinkle didn't understand since he has not discovered his special talent yet. Is it really that bad to show off your special talent? Isn't a Cutie Mark like a representation for that? But the great and powerful Trixie overheard all this talking and told everypony a story of her past to let them know what she is capable of. “Only the Great and Powerful Trixie has magic strong enough to vanquish the dreaded Ursa major!” She created an image with her magic, showing some bear-like creature. Followed by a little picture of herself, slaying this bear. “When all hope was lost, the ponies of Hoofington had no one to turn to, but the Great and Powerful Trixie stepped in, and with her awesome magic, vanquished the Ursa major and sent it back to its cave deep within the Everfree Forest!” The crowd was impressed by her story, except for Star Twinkle and the others who were just listening in disbelieve. Star Twinkle didn't even know what an Ursa Mayor was, but judging from the reaction of the crowd, it was probably a big deal. Some ponies were still watching in disbelieve so Trixie challenged all ponies in Ponyville. She said that anything they could, she could do better. Nopony stepped for so Trixie randomly picked Twilight, but Twilight was struggling, so Applejack was volunteering. Applejack decided to perform some tricks with her lasso, making the audience cheer for her. But Trixie was unimpressed and used her magic to tie Applejack up with her own lasso, making the audience laugh in the process. “Once again, the Great and Powerful Trixie prevails,” the great and powerful Trixie said in confidence. After that performance Rainbow Dash stepped up, saying that it is her job to show off. Rainbow Dash impressed the crowd by showing off some of her flying skills while manipulating the clouds and the air a little, creating a rainbow above her head after she landed back on the ground. But once again Trixie was not impressed and manipulated the rainbow with her magic, making it swirl around Rainbow Dash and throwing her off the stage, much to the amusement of Trixie and the audience. Star Twinkle was not sure what he should think about all that. Sure, her boasting was a little annoying but wasn't this suppose to be a magic show? Why did all that turned into a competition between Ponyville and the great and powerful Trixie? At least he wasn't involved in all of that. Spike suggested that another unicorn should challenge her, to outmatch Trixie's magic. Rainbow Dash and Applejack agreed, hinting at Twilight, who seemed to be unsure about all this, much to Star Twinkles confusion. Suddenly Rarity stepped for, cause she thought they were talking about her, which was obviously not the case. She didn't want to challenge Trixie, she instead said that she was above this ruffian kind of magic. But after Trixie made some bad insult about Rarity's hair, she eventually gave in and walked up the stage. Rarity took some of the curtains that were part of Trixie's stage and formed a beautiful blue dress out of it while also changing her hairstyle to something more graceful. But once again Trixie was not impressed and shoot a magic blast at Rarity, that turned her hair into a green mess. Rarity knew that she did something to her hair and demanded a mirror. Her friends knew how she would react so they said that it wasn't that bad. Except for Star Twinkle who just plainly said that it was green. “Green hair! Not green hair! Such an awful, awful color!“ Rarity said while running away in, trying to hold her tears back. Twilight, Rainbow Dash and Applejack looked at Star Twinkle as if they were blaming him for Rarity's reaction. “What? What's wrong with green hair?” he asked confused while looking up to his dark green, star-shaped mane. Trixie asked the audience if there is somepony else who dares to challenge her but nopony volunteered. While watching in disinterest, Star Twinkle was poked by somepony on the side almost demanding something from him. He noticed that it was Rainbow Dash, who just pointed at Trixie but Star Twinkle wasn't sure what she was meaning by this gesture. “What?” he asked her. “Go up there and do something about her!” she said in a demanding voice. “What?” he said once again but this time a little bit more surprised. “Yes it's your turn now to teach this pony a lesson,” Applejack said. He was wondering why all of the sudden they were relying on him, to do something about Trixie. Maybe they were desperate and out of options, he thought. Of course, he didn't want to go up there because that would mean that all eyes were focused on him. “And what am I suppose to do?” he asked. “I'm sure you will figure out something” Rainbow Dash replied. “But I don't want to go up there. This whole thing is stupid,” he said in a rather annoyed voice. But just after he finished saying that, Trixie looked over him and Star Twinkle knew exactly why. “What about you green one? Do you think that you are better in something than the great and powerful Trixie?” It was easy for Star Twinkle to answer that question, even though he was starred at from all directions. “No not really,” he replied in a calm voice. Trixie was a little surprised to hear him say that like it was the most normal thing in the world. But shortly after she just raised her head in confidence, while smiling as if she was expecting nothing else. Rainbow Dash sighed in frustration and Applejack was just looking at Star Twinkle in disappointment, of which he was aware. He knew he was feeding her ego but he didn't care about that even if it meant for him to draw some disapproved looks on him. “Well, is there anypony else who dares to challenge the great and powerful Trixie?” She said looking around in the crowd again. Spike wanted Twilight to jump in and end this. But Twilight refused and even denied that she was better than anypony, grabbing Trixie's attention in the process. “Hah! You think you're better than the Great and Powerful Trixie? You think you have more magical talent? Well, come on, show Trixie what you've got. Show us all,” Trixie demanded. But once again Twilight refused, denied any kind of talent and ran away to get out of this situation, leaving Trixie without any competition. “Ha! Once again, the Great and Powerful Trixie has proven herself to be the most amazing unicorn in all of Equestria. Huh, was there ever any doubt?” She arrogantly said while leaving the stage, pretty much ending her show.“ Star Twinkle was wondering why Twilight acted like that. He knew why he didn't want to compete with Trixie, but Twilight had most likely another reason. He asked Spike if he knew something about Twilight's behavior. Spike was also a little confused why she acted that way. In terms of magic, Twilight would have won against Trixie, said Spike. But something kept her from doing exactly that. Whatever it was, Trixie's show was over and nopony cared about her anymore, at least Star Twinkle didn't. Later that night when Star Twinkle decided to go home, he saw how Trixie was still in town. She was in front of her wagon and attempted to get inside but stopped after she noticed Star Twinkle. “Why did she have to park her wagon right in front of my house?” he annoyingly said. While walking past her, he tried to avoid eye contact as much as possible, cause he didn't want her to get on his nerves. She did seem to notice his glance but was not making anything out of it and got inside of her wagon. A little while later, Star Twinkle was getting ready to go to bed, but some noises from outside grabbed his attention so he went outside to look for the cause and saw how Trixie and two other colts run past him. What are they doing in the middle of the night, he wondered. But then suddenly the ground began to shake heavily behind him. Almost as if something really huge was landing behind him. He hesitated to look for a second but he eventually turned around and saw a huge blue bear, which was twice of the size than his house. Star Twinkle couldn't move, immobilized by fear seeing this monstrosity in front of him. This giant beast roared at him on top of his lungs, making him run away in fear. He was running along with the three ponies who ran past him before until they reached a dead end. The bear had no problems following them, because of his size, so it was pointless to run away from him forever. They all stood there while this huge bear came close and closer. While in the face of danger Star Twinkle recognized the two colts that accompanied Trixie. They continuously adored Trixie, back then at the magic show. He didn't know their names, though. “Great and Powerful Trixie, you've got to vanquish the Ursa,” said the small one with the light blue coat and the orange mane. “Yeah, vanquish so we can watch,” said the slightly bigger one, with the light orange coat and the turquoise mane. “It took a lot of trouble to get that thing here,” said the small one, leaving both Star Twinkle and Trixie in shock and confusion why they would bring this thing to Ponyville in the first place. But they believed that the great and powerful Trixie could handle this Ursa and eagerly awaited some magic from her. Star Twinkle didn't know what he could do, so he prompted her to try at least something. Trixie pulled off some of her magic and tried to stop the Ursa, like trying to tie him up with a rope or striking him with lightning that came out of a cloud that she summoned. But her magic was not enough, the rope was way to small to hold down anything and the lightning that she summoned didn't even scratch him. After running out of options Trixie ran away, followed by Star Twinkle and the other two colts. The Ursa continued to run wild in Ponyville, waking the citizens in the process and causing a huge mass panic. Twilight soon joined the four scared ponies and asked what happened. Her reaction was similar to Star Twinkles and Trixie's after hearing the explanation from the two young colts, who still waited for Trixie to vanquish the Ursa. But then Trixie admitted something. “I can't, I never have. No one can vanquish an Ursa major. I just made the whole story up to make me look better” The two colt were surprised to hear that from her but Star Twinkle and Twilight were not surprised at all. “Big shock,” said Star Twinkle in sarcasm but he apologized after Trixie gave him a mean look and he realized that this is no time for jokes. The Ursa Major stood right in front of the group of ponies, who didn't know what to do now. Until Twilight stepped in front of the beast with a determent look on her face. She used her magic to manipulate the air around some cattails, creating a sound that calmed down the giant bear. Her horn began to glow even more intensely than usually, probably because she is utilizing more magic. She levitated the water supply container of Ponyville and replaced the water inside with milk that she took from the cows inside of the cow stall. Meanwhile, the Ursa slowly fell asleep from the sound of the cattails and Twilight levitated him back to the cave where he was sleeping before, giving him the milk from the container to drink. Star Twinkle saw it with his own eyes but he couldn't believe it. Everypony was impressed by Twilight's magic but instead of accepting compliments, she apologized and didn't want anypony to hate her. Of course, everypony was surprised to hear that after this performance. As it turns out, Twilight was worried that her friends wouldn't like her anymore if she would use her magic as they did with Trixie. But it was obvious that they didn't like Trixie because of her behavior and not because of her magic. After all Twilight's magic is part of her, so there would be no reason to hate her for that. So a Cutie Mark is not only your special talent but also part of your personality, Star Twinkle thought to himself. Magic was Twilight's special talent and everypony knew that. It would be unfair to treat somepony different just because of their Cutie Mark. After all that was clarified, Twilight explained who she knew what to do with that Ursa Major. She did a little research after Trixie's bragging earlier that day to verify if it is possible to vanquish an Ursa Major all by yourself. But as it turns out, this giant bear was only an Ursa minor, a baby. Which only opened up the question how a real Ursa Major looked like. Star Twinkle didn't even want to think about that. But even after this performance, Trixie seemed unimpressed and continued to brag. “Huh. You may have vanquished an Ursa minor, but you will never have the amazing, show-stopping ability of the Great and Powerful Trixie!” she said while running off in the distance after summoning a smoke bomb. Twilight wanted that the two colts, who were responsible for all this to clean up the mess in Ponyville and so they did. Everypony helped to clean up the mess, the Ursa Minor has caused in Ponyville. Star Twinkle was walking by Trixie's Wagon, which was destroyed by the Ursa Minor and decided to remove it first. “She was a traveling magician. So that was pretty much her home. Must be hard for her to continue her work now,” he asked himself. He was approaching the wagon and tried to clean this mess but he was surprised by what he saw on the other side. It was Trixie who lifted some of the remains with her magic while trying to cause as little attention as she could. But that didn't work at all, cause Star Twinkle could see her clearly and she noticed how he was staring at her. They both looked at each other awkwardly until Star Twinkle broke the silence. “What are you still doing here?” he asked her. Her awkward look turned into her usual confident face expression and of course, she spoke in her typical manner. “This wagon belongs to the great and powerful Trixie! So if you don't mind, green one, Trixie want's to retrieve the remains of her wagon, so that she can leave this stupid little town,” she said. It was impressive how she still had the same attitude after what happened today. She actually managed to lift all the remains about her head but it obviously looked very stressful for her. Star Twinkle couldn't watch how she had so many problems lifting her wagon and came up with a stupid idea. “Try to bring the pieces inside of my house, it's in the middle of the night. You can stay at my place until tomorrow and leave in the morning,” he said while leading the way to his house, which was only a few hoof steps away. Trixie felt mocked but after realizing that she had no other place to stay, she ultimately gave in. She placed the remains of her wagon inside of Star Twinkles house, piece by piece and stepped inside. Of course, she was not impressed by Star Twinkles house and felt like she was under treated but it would do for tonight, she thought. “Yes I know, it's not really big but its better than nothing right?” he said to her but she didn't give him a response and just looked at him as if he was unworthy to talk to. “My bed is just up this stairs, you can sleep there,” he said while pointing at a wooden staircase. “Do you really think that the great and powerful Trixie would go so low and sleep in a bed of a pony like you?” “Well, you don't HAVE to sleep in my bed. If you want to sleep on the ground then fine, I don't care.” Once again Trixie felt mocked, she didn't feel comfortable to be treated like that but she was also too tired to complain anymore and walked upstairs to get some sleep. Star Twinkle stayed downstairs letting out a big sigh of frustration. “Well I hope at least SHE sleeps well,” he said. On the next day Trixie woke up early in the morning, she wanted to leave Ponyville as soon as possible, so she tried to sneak out of Star Twinkles house. She went upstairs and was shocked at what she saw. The parts of her wagon were gone. The first thing she suspected, of course, was that Star Twinkle had something to do with this. “What did that green pony do with my wagon?” she angrily said. “Where is he anyway?” she said while looking around in Star Twinkles house but she couldn't find him, so she went outside. “If Trixie finds this pony then...” but she stopped her sentence after what she saw outside. It was her wagon, fully repaired. She couldn't believe her eyes and wondered how it could be. The wagon was completely destroyed last night and now it looked like it was never damaged in the first place. While inspecting the wagon from the other side, she noticed how Star Twinkle was still hammering some nails on the walls. Star Twinkle noticed her and greeted Trixie but it seems like he was quite tired after working all night on the wagon. “You did this? All on your own? How did you manage to repair it so quickly?” she asked confused. “Well, repairing things is my job here after all,” he replied casually. “But why?” she asked still not knowing why he did it after how she treated his friends. “I don't know. It just felt right to me, to do this,” he replied while in truth he didn't know the answer himself. Star Twinkle finished his work on the wagon and Trixie was ready to go now. She was getting in front of the wagon so that she could pull it behind her and attempted to leave Ponyville. But she stopped for one second and turned around to Star Twinkle who just looked at her with an emotionless look on his face. “Thank you,” she said in an uncomfortable but also honest tone. “Your welcome,” he replied. Once again she attempted to leave but she then turned around again to Star Twinkle to ask him something. “What's your name anyway,” she curiously asked. Oh yeah I haven't introduced myself to her, that's why she was calling me green one all this time, he thought. “It's Star Twinkle” he replied with a light grin. Trixie gave a light grin back at him after hearing his name. “Star Twinkle,” she repeated to herself “The great and powerful Trixie shall remember that name!” she said in her usual boasting manner as she left Ponyville with a smile on her face. He didn't know why he did this. It wasn't like him to invest so much energy and work for somepony else. He would have never done something like this a while back ago. But he was too tired to worry about all that now. After Trixie was out of sight Star Twinkle went inside of his house and closed the door. He let out a huge yawn, immediately collapsed on the ground and fell asleep.
8. Star Twinkle AloneSomething has gone wrong. We don't seem to have an archived copy of that chapter.
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1. Another boring day - Part 11. Another boring day Part 1 A new morning in Equestria begins. Princess Celestia the ruler of all Equestria raised the sun and let every pony know that a new day has begun. The Pegasus cleared the sky and the sunshine began to cover a little town named Ponyville. Fillies were on their way to school, some shops already opened their doors and all ponies started their daily routines. The sun shines through the window of a wooden cottage and into the still closed eyes of a light green pony. Awoken from the sunlight the green pony looked out of his window and saw the sun rising on the horizon. It was a beautiful sight, but the pony didn't seem to be impressed at all. "...Another boring day begins," he said with an almost expressionless voice. After getting out of bed he started his daily morning routines as well, like showering,eating breakfast, brushing his teeth etc, while still half asleep and showing little emotions. He attempted to leave his house but took a quick look into his mirror to check if he was ready. He is a light green earth pony, with dark green hair, which has five spikes scattered on his head like a star, light green eyes and no cutie mark. "Well then, let's go to work," this time, his voice sounded more optimistic. Probably because he is now awake and ready to begin his day. He left his house and walked towards his destination while inspecting his surroundings in Ponyville. He saw some Pegasus clearing the sky, an orange pony with a cart full of apples going by him, some fillies who were probably going to school and more. It was very lively even though it was still morning. But it didn't matter to him, he avoided eye contact with anypony and had his sight focused in front of him. He shortly arrived at his destination. A wooden workshop which was formed like an anvil. A big sign above the entrance said "Iron Hammer" A brown earth pony with a silver mane stepped out of the workshop and noticed the green pony. "Good morning ,Star Twinkle," the brown pony said. "Morning Mr. Steel Hammer" He replied. The brown pony was carrying some wooden planks and placed them in front of the workshop while talking to Star Twinkle. After greeting Star Twinkle, Steel Hammer walked inside the workshop and both ponies started their work. They are carpenter ponies, their work includes, repairing or building of furniture for other ponies and general repairs in Ponyville. It wasn't Star Twinkle's dream job but working with tools, wood or repairing stuff is what he was best at, so he didn't mind his job that much. "let's get started and finish or work for today, it's a special day after all," Steel Hammer said excitingly. "Really?" Star Twinkle asked confused. "Really?" he says in surprise "Don't you know what day it is today?" He took a few seconds to think, but couldn't find an answer that Steel Hammer probably expected. "Ehm...Tuesday?" There was clearly a disappointment in Steel hammers facial expression, which Star Twinkle noticed. Star Twinkle was thinking but couldn't find the answer, it was just another boring and uneventful day for him. "Today is the Summer Set Celebration, the longest day of the year!" steel Hammer said with an excited smile on his face. "Oh," He said with an emotionless tone in his voice. "What ya mean OH?! Today is a big day and all you have to say is oh?" Star Twinkle didn't give Steel Hammer an answer or bothered looking at him. He was clearly not excited. "Well the sun rising may be the highlight of the day, but what most ponies are looking forward after that. Spending time together with each other or just having a bunch of fun" Star Twinkle who had his sight focused on his tools gave a quick answer. "So it's Just another normal boring day..." Steel Hammer looked at Star Twinkle with a concerned look on his face "Well let's start work I guess," there was little emotion in his voice, but that was probably intended from him. Grabbing some tools and putting them in a saddlebag, he went off to his work, while Steel Hammer just followed him with his eyes, before going back to his work. "...*sigh* ...This colt really needs some friends to comfort him. It must be hard to live like this every day" Since it was the day of the summer sun celebration, the Iron Hammer closed a little earlier than usually. Star Twinkle left the workshop after all work was done and started to head home. He was not sure what to do with the rest of the day and decided to walk back home to somehow skip time till Princess Celestia raises the sun. “Its gonna be a loooong day now,” he said in an annoyed tone. “Maybe I take a nap till Princess Celestia raises the sun?” Suddenly Star Twinkle noticed how a golden wagon landed in the middle of the road from Ponyville. He noticed how a purple unicorn and another creature he didn't recognize left the wagon. "Well, there's something you don't see every day," he said surprised. "Is she royalty or something? With an entrance like that...and was that "thing" her pet or something?"he asked himself, trying to figure out an answer "Maybe she came here for the Summer Sun Celebration?" he thought. Is it really worth coming to Ponyville to celebrate the Summer Sun Celebration? Maybe this pony was some kind of important guest or something? All this thought were going through his head but in the end, he ignored the purple pony and decided to go home again. Star Twinkle didn't have many hobbies so it was always hard for him to spent his time in some way, so he usually layed on his bed and thought about things. Star Twinkle is often lost in thoughts, probably because he spends too much time alone. He could spend his time with some friends but the problem is that he doesn't have any. But what could he do about it? He has no interest in making friends. He is happy the way it is right now. At least that's what he is keep telling himself. Eventually, time passed and Star Twinkle made his way to the town hall of Ponyville to celebrate with everypony else...in his own way “Sure is crowded here,” he said, already regretting to come to this place. There were dozens of ponies in the middle of the room, expecting something to happen. Star Twinkle didn't want to stand out too much, so he tried getting close in the middle. While trying to fit his way in the crowd he accidentally bumped into somepony . *BUMP* “Uff!...sorry about that” The Pony he bumped into turned around in confusion, but seemed to didn't mind much. It was a gray pony with a yellow mane. "Sorry about that. You're not hurt are you?" he asked showing a little concern. The gray pony looked at Star Twinkle but didn't say anything. It's exactly those situations, that made him uncomfortable. “Ehm....” Star Twinkle was feeling really awkward about this whole situation and just wished that it would end. Until... ”Muffin?” All of the sudden she had a muffin in her hoof, probably offering it to Star Twinkle. “What?” he asked surprised, not sure what he should say. The gray pony just smiled, while Star Twinkle wasn't sure what to do. “Ehm...no thanks?” he said with a forced smile on his face. After Star Twinkles answer, the gray pony shrugged her shoulders and began to eat her muffin, while turning around again, leaving behind a really confused Star Twinkle. "Okay...you seem to be alright...I guess. Well, I am on my way then" he said while backing away from the gray pony. He was thinking about staying somewhere in the back so that something like that would never happen again. And so he did, almost standing near the entrance, completely separated from the mass of ponies in the middle. It felt much better for him to stay away from all ponies, he didn't even care if could not hear anything from this far but then again, he didn't come to listen to the speech or anything. In fact, he didn't know why he was there in the first place. Maybe because he thought he had to? Or because he didn't have anything better to do? Again dozens of questions piled up in his head, making him wish that this evening would end soon. Star Twinkle noticed Steel Hammer from afar together with some ponies he didn't know. But he decided to stay alone, without even thinking about going over to him. There were too many ponies he didn't know, that would mean that he had to be introduced to them and THAT was something he didn't want right now. He waited like everypony else for something to happen until a choir of birds began to sing, directed by a yellow pegasus. The mayor of Ponyville finally stepped up and spoke to the citizens “Fillies and gentlecolts, as mayor of Ponyville, it is my great pleasure to announce the beginning of the Summer Sun Celebration!” All ponies began to cheer after those words...except for Star Twinkle who was unimpressed. “In just a few moments, our town will witness the magic of the sunrise, and celebrate this, the longest day of the year! And now, it is my great honor to introduce to you the ruler of our land, the very pony who gives us the sun and the moon each and every day, the good, the wise, the bringer of harmony to all of Equestria... Princess Celestia!” After this words, a white unicorn lifted the curtain to reveal the Princess only to find out that she is nowhere to be found. All ponies let out a huge gasp at once after, they realized that their princess is nowhere to be found. Like everypony else Star Twinkle was confused what was going on. The mayor tried to calm down the citizens but it had little success and it didn't get better after the white pony reappeared from behind the curtain and said that Princess Celestia was gone. Maybe Princess Celestia was busy? Or maybe she forgot this festival? Star Twinkle tried to find some answers on his own so that he could calm himself down but it didn't work and he also became nervous. A loud gasp was heard from all ponies in the town hall. Star Twinkle became even more nervous and just looked around in confusion...when suddenly another loud gasp filled the room. Suddenly a dark mist filled the area. It was a dark blue cloud that looked like the night sky. The mist went up to the balcony where Princess Celestia was supposed to be and turned into a big figure. It was a pony who had the same size as Princess Celestia but her appearance was completely different. Her fur was pitch black, her hair was dark blue and looked like the night sky. She also wore a blue armor and a helmet. Whoever she was, she didn't look friendly at all. “Oh, my beloved subjects. It's been so long since I've seen your precious, little sun-loving faces,” she said with a calm voice. From afar Star Twinkle heard a voice who was probably speaking to the black mare. “What did you do with our Princess?!” The Mare just chuckled by this question. “Why, am I not royal enough for you? Don't you know who I am? Does my crown no longer count now that I have been imprisoned for a thousand years? Did you not recall the legend? Did you not see the signs? “ “I did,” voice said in the middle of the crowd. Everypony turned around to see where this voice came from. Star Twinkle recognized that it came from the purple unicorn, he saw earlier, this day. “that unicorn from earlier?” Star Twinkle thought to himself. “And I know who you are. You're the Mare in the Moon – Nightmare Moon! ” And yet another gasp filled the hall while Star Twinkle tried to figure out what exactly was going on. “Well well well, somepony who remembers me. Then you also know why I'm here.“ “You're here to... to...” she seemed to struggle with the last words hinting, that she knew something. “Remember this day, little ponies, for it was your last. From this moment forth, the night will last FOREVER! Hahahahahaha“ Star Twinkles whole body shivered after hearing those words. He didn't know how to react to this situation and just had fear colored in his whole face. To be continued...
