The Tale of Prince GiggleTuff

The news spread like wild fire of the baby alicorn (partially thanks to the grandparents’ gossiping and bragging). Quite a few ponies came to see the young colt but thankfully the nurses kept them away. Even when a few nosy foals got in, Piza was more than able to scare them off. Lucky went back to work but was unsure how to tell the other workers the news. He simply said the baby’s gender and that it was… “Special”. The others wondered what that meant but they knew from past experiences that they wouldn’t get more info if they pried. So it wasn’t until Piza came back from the hospital a week later did the truth finally come out. Ponies flocked from all over Ponyville to see the new born alicorn. Piza found this disturbance quite annoying even if her business was booming. Lucky had to build a fence around his garden so as to prevent anypony from trampling any of his beauties.

The only pony seeming to enjoy all of this was the young foal who giggled with excitement at every new face he saw. He stayed in his playroom where all his toys and blankets were as well as a changing station Lucky made. Piza found it nice whenever she was on break to go up and check on her baby. Surprisingly the only time the little one was upset was when he was either hungry or needed changing. He wasn’t fussy and would usually give a groan if something or someone was disturbing him. Lucky and Piza chocked this up to him being an alicorn.

As such it was only a matter of time before Princess Celestia heard of the news. A matter of days to be exact. She arranged to meet the family a week later in Ponyville to discuss matters concerning the babe. Lucky and Piza had mixed feelings about the arrangement. Lucky felt honored to have the princess visit them of all ponies but at the same time he felt anxious, obviously not wanting to make a fool of himself in front her. Piza also felt honored about the arrangement but was still annoyed by all the fussing ponies. It was bad enough when Ponyville ponies clogged up their house but once the princess came she wouldn’t have any peace for who knows how long.

The day finally arrived when Princess Celestia came to see the family. Lucky was granted a day off and Piza closed up shop for the day. They made their home and themselves as neat as possible. Lucky even picked his best flowers to put in the living room. Their parents had asked repeatedly to be invited to their house for the visit but Piza held her ground and ensured that they would not disturb them. The foal didn’t know what was going on but was excited to find out what was happening. Celestia, along with her guards, glided into Ponyville on her chariot. Ponies stopped and bowed for the princess who walked gracefully in front of them. Bakely and Gold Coin eagerly lead Celestia to their daughter’s house much to the annoyance of Piza. Celestia was welcomed inside while her guards stood outside the building. She was taken into the upstairs living room where Lucky was waiting anxiously along with their son. He was playing with his toys but stopped when he heard voices above him. He looked up to see his mommy and daddy properly greeting a very tall pony with pretty, wavy hair. He smiled, always happy to see a new face. He trotted up to the big pony and greeted her with a squeak. The big pony looked down and smiled at the little foal. She picked him up in her hooves and began to tickle him, cooing all the while.
“He is certainly a friendly fellow isn’t?” Celestia said laying the colt on a nearby pillow. He gave a grunt, upset that the tickling had stopped so soon, but shrugged and went back to playing with his toys.

The grown-ups sat down in separate chairs and began to talk.
“What’s his name?” Celestia asked taking a seat on a nearby lounger.
“Well…” Lucky began nervously.
“We haven’t agreed on a name… suitable enough for him yet.” Piza explained.
“We have considered Roughael and Major.” Lucky said. Celestia frowned.
“To make him sound tough and regal.” Lucky quickly added. Both he and Piza smiled nervously, waiting for a response.
“His name shouldn’t describe his title instead it should describe who he is.” Celestia said patiently. Piza blushed, embarrass that she had not thought of this. Lucky was lost in thought thinking about their son’s name. The two began to discuss possible names while Celestia kept herself entertained. She watched the foal play with a stuffed alicorn toy. It had blue fur, a purple mane and tail, buttons for eyes and a purple button for a cutie mark. He played with it fondly as if it were a friend. Piza noticed this, “Lucky’s mom made that for him,” She explained.
“He calls it Waba and he takes it everywhere.” She added chuckling to herself.
Celestia grinned, “What an interesting name.” She said.

“Speaking of which, have you decided on one?”
“Well, Yes but it’s a little silly.” Piza replied blushing.
“I suggested Giggles since the little guy is always giggling.” Lucky chimed in.
“But I still believe he must have a strong name, no matter his status of course.” Piza exclaimed.
“So we decided on… GiggleTuff.” Lucky proclaimed proudly. Piza’s face went a deeper red but she did agree that it had an interesting ring to it. Lucky picked up his son, “What do you think GiggleTuff?” He asked. The foal didn’t understand what he said but liked the sound of it, he smiled and gurgled happily in response.
“Aww, he’s smiling!” Lucky said triumphantly.
“When is he not smiling?” Piza retorted. Celestia chuckled to herself which caught the attention of the parents.
“Oh right,” Piza said hastily.
“What is it you want to discuss princess?”
“I am here to discuss GiggleTuff’s current state as well as answer any questions you might have.” Celestia replied.
“Current state?” Lucky pondered.
“His abilities.” The princess explained.
“Unicorns tend to have random magic spurts, Pegasi are eager to test their wings and Earth ponies show great strength at a young age.”
“What about baby alicorns?” Lucky asked curiously. He was speaking less for his son and more for himself as he began to wonder what the princess was like as a little baby.
“Well I’m afraid I cannot remember my own infancy,” Celestia said with a smile.
“But I believe a young alicorn would exhibit these traits similar to any other child.”
“Well, not exactly.” Piza said.
“He hasn’t really displayed any of these traits. When he tries to use his magic he can barely lift a thimble before tiring himself out.”
“When he tries to fly, he only gets a few inches off the ground at a time.” Lucky added. Celestia furrowed her brow.
“And his strength?” She asked.
“We can’t say for sure but he’s able to lift multiple building blocks at a time.” Piza answered.
“I see.” Celestia pondered. She stared at GiggleTuff playing with his blocks.
“I’m afraid I have no explanation for your situation at the moment.” She said getting up from her seat.
“However, if you have any further questions, use this.” She produced a small notepad and pencil which she gave to the couple.
“Anything you write in this notebook will be shown on a similar one back at the castle.” She explained.

“Thank you for coming princess Celestia.” Piza said, keeping herself from bowing on the stairs.
“It was an honor having you.” Lucky added.
“The pleasure was all mine.” Celestia replied smiling. As Lucky and Piza were escorting Celestia to the door, GiggleTuff ran past them towards the door. He screeched to a halt in front of it and began to flutter his wings furiously, trying to get some lift. When this tactic failed he started to use his magic to twist the doorknob but to no avail. Celestia watched curiously at this performance, what was he trying to accomplish? Piza lifted him up with her magic and brought him back to her, all the while he was grunting and groaning. Lucky opened the door for Celestia as she waved goodbye to the young alicorn. Once the door shut, GiggleTuff began to cry.