spike's new brother

We last left spike and the apples spike literally died fighting scar because he was having a mental breakdown because of his life on one hand he was raised by ponies on the other he was denying his dragging heritage and that gave scar an opening to kill him thankfully this wasn't the end of our young dragon. With the help of his ancestors and from his own mother and uncle and father he was able to return to the land of the living and continue his fight with the manticore. Meanwhile applebloom was making sure to bury Celestia’s weapon so they wouldn't use it against spikes since he had ticked them off when they demanded that he come into the dome but refused. Alright you're caught up let's go!

Thankfully applebloom left the family had finished digging the 50-foot hole and placed the maced and it and quickly began covering it up. Applebloom was at the front of the house acting as a look making sure Celestia and Applejack didn't catch them. Realizing the window was short applebloom went to the back of the house to check on ranger of the others progress. When she got there she smiled Ranger, and the others had just finished burying the weapon Ranger was appalled and make sure to cover the spot up so that no pony will recognize that some pony had dug there .Hopefully, it would be enough replied ranger as he wiped off sweat from his brow. He turned around and saw applebloom trotting over to him as she gave him a concerned look. Applebloom: Ranger you all done yet?

The old stallion nodded Ranger: yes, indeed just finished as he said this the other members of the family will going back and the farmhouse to make sure Celestia and the others caught wind of what they were doing. What applebloom was convinced that every pony was again in the farmhouse she decided to get back to the font to make sure she didn't get herself caught as well she was making away applebloom didn't in he get past the living room. She bumped into the one pony she didn't want to see now, and that was Princess Celestia herself. Celestia looked down at the young filly with a smile Celestia: ah applebloom then you are. have you seen my battle Mace by any chance? I must find it quickly the fight between Spike and old scar can start up again any moment.

Applebloom knew she had to play dumb and just shrugged her shoulders. applebloom: no Princess I can't say I have. Celestia looked at the little filly and signed very well replied to the Princess as she turned around and quickly made a way back towards the front applebloom smile believing she was in the clear at the Celestia stopped in mid-trot. Celestia: you know applebloom there are two things you should know first I would never let applejack use my mace on spike defeats the purpose of having future grandalas. Applebloom nodded in agreement then Celestia gave the little filly a sly smirk as she raised her right hoof just a bit as her horn glowed. Suddenly the spot where the Mace was buried at started rumbling, and Celestia quickly stomped her hoof. suddenly the battle Mace busted from the spot applebloom's jaw dropped as her eyes nearly popped out of her head.

Celestia placed the mace back on her back and then wink at the little filly secondly “lovely try.” she left the small filly to join applejack and the others at the front of the house with Spike and old scar. Granny noticed her and shook her head jokingly granny smith: I see Celestia found it huh hone? As she finished, she placed her right hoof on her shoulder well at least you tried. Applebloom only frowned as she gently removes the old mare's hoof from her shoulder. Suddenly a member of the family shouted Apple family member: look old scar is snapping out of it!

Granny and applebloom ran to the front with Applejack and the princess as the others stayed safely in the house. On the battlefield old scar could not believe what he saw there stood not but fifteen feet away from him was the dragon he was sure he felled yet there he stood ready to fight him. ("This makes no sense! I know I ran him threw! He had no pulse! Yet he's standing again, and he's chest It's completely healed it looks like I didn't do anything at all what in the name of hell is going on!? The young one seems different I sense something different about it I sense…… Power") Scar was trying to produce any logical explanation on what was going on, but for all his age and wisdom he came up with nothing his mind cannot rap around the this. Never in his life had here opponent come back from the dead. While old scar was trying to map his mind around it, Spike readied himself. Spike stuck out his right claw extending his claws and aiming it at old scar while he pulled back his left and covered his chest with it. Spike: Hey! The old manticore snapped out of his thoughts and looked at the young Dragon Spike only intensified his glare look at scar.

Scar it would be fine if you were only trying to kill me, which is one of many list things I am going to kill you for. Suddenly Celestia applejack applebloom and Granny Smith as well at old scar all said in unison what!? ..... Excuse me what did you just say asked the old manticore dumbfounded at the young Dragon. Spike gave them a devilish grin you heard me replied Spike I said one of the many lists of things I am going to kill you for. He stuck up one talon from his left claw that was still close to his chest. First, you come to my fiancé's house an interrupt our family reception. Secondly, you dare yelled at my mother and my fiancé herself. And third you tried to kill applebloom! And finally, and this the most important part as a Dragon I just want to freaking kill you. As he finished, his face grew dark his teeth bared grinning like a madman which took old scar by surprise as well as it did for Applejack and Celestia. As both slowly turned their heads to look at each other jaw slack as they looked back at Spike. not believing what they just heard and just a few seconds ago Spike was only fighting to defend himself and his family now.

Granny Smith was watching from the farmhouse and just whistled in amazement on the sudden attitude adjustment from Spike. Granny Smith: well, I'll be! doggone! hee-hee! It looks like that young Drake's finally found his resolve! She then ways of her front hooves and twirled them around as if she were ready to fight somepony. Many of the family members were concerned that Spike was losing himself to his Dragon nature, but Ranger was not one of them as he chuckled right alongside granny. Ranger: Darn right! Just look at him! He's not the same young drake he was minutes ago! Spike chuckled at his opponents respond Spike: who am I? I'll tell you I am Spike dragoon solos adopted the son of Celestia. But my blood comes from cynder daughter of malefor. My father is spy my uncle is dram son theron. And by name of all the dragons that come before me you will regret ever challenging me! Starting now! Old scar looked at the young Dragon still confused on what that hay was going on old scar: what the – – – before he just says anymore Spike disappeared with a flash step old scar tried to locate Spike, but it was too late Spike reappeared just inches away from his face. Spike: hey it's not wise to let down your guard it's a good way … To get you killed!!!

Old scar gasped as Spike punched him so hard in the gut it created an shockwave not only that Spike pushed so hard that the punch with much force it stretched all the way out from the back of scars back as it looked like Spike’s claw was going to come out the other side of old scar course it didn't but the intensity of the punch was just the same. And he didn't stop there Spike began now with both of his claws a series of Gatling punches which had the same effect as the first one except each one was more powerful and as he punched old scar so hard he was lifted a foot off the ground. Back at the farmhouse every pony from Celestia to applejack and granny Smith all the way down to the youngest and oldest member of the family looked on the battle's jaws slack eyeballs bugging out not believing what they were seeing. Except applebloom with somehow managed to find a way at the very back of the group she was bouncing up and down trying to get a view of the battle but try as she might she could do.

Applebloom: hey! huff...huff let me see! huff I want to see how Spike doing! come on make way, ah forget this! She finished as she looked around and see which could use to get a better view, she then noticed some very tall chairs and grinned. Hot apple that will do nicely! She went over to the chairs and pulled and pushed with all her might until she was right behind the group she then struggled a little bit to get on the chair, but she made it as she sat comfortably on the top of the chair. Well, the little filly said grinning that's more like it now where Spi-- she just sat there her eyes widened jaw slack like the rest of our family until she just jumped in midair and shouted yahoooooooooo!!! Way to go Spike!! Teach that old meanie went means to mess with an Apple dragon! She said as she bounced up and down from her chair.

Back with Spike here continued his assault on his opponent Just as it started, he suddenly stopped as old scar began to fall to the ground, but Spike wasn't finished with scar yet. he spun around and kicked with his left foot as he did, he spoke to old scar Spike: and forth, and I can't believe I nearly forgot this the fourth most important part of why I just wanted to kill you... You dare put your paws on my soon-to-be little sister! As he finished his claw collided with old scar face nearly threatening to crush it in as the old manticore was sent flying fifty feet away from Spike as he landed the tumbled like a log until he slammed into a nearby tree. The moment he landed on the ground after slamming into the tree scar rolled around coughing and hacking desperately trying to gain breath in his body as he did he coughed up blood and a good amount of it to by the time he was done there must of been 5 inches of blood spewed in front of him. Scar placed his left claw on the ground trying to use his strength to lift him up to his back paws but before he can even begin to push himself up. A clawed foot slammed by down on his right paw causing the manticore to yelp in pain he slowly looked up into the serious intent eyes of a young Dragon.

Spike then lowered himself and grab old scar by the top of his mane and brought right up to eye level. Spike: when I'm defending my own, I don't let them get cut! I don't let them die! Just then old scars eyes widened and glistened as Spike continued and when I attack my enemy I……kill!!! As soon as he finished saying that Spike took his left claw and straighten it like a solar, he then brought it down diagonally across old scars chest slashing ten inches deep or at least I think that's how deep it was I could hardly tell you cut it was so deep. But Spike was not done not just yet Spike blew flame into his white cloth and to his claw itself within go by his own flame but this flame is different it was black Spike then balled up his fist and slammed it into scar's face causing the manticore yell in pain as he used his Ford parts to cover his face trying to soothe his anguish. But Spike didn't care as he took his left claw picked the manticore up I his main once again and kicked him so far, he landed right smack in the middle of the Apple family orchard.

Old scar rolled around in pain as he got to his feet and slowly pushed himself up, but a lot of damage had been done to the old veteran as he slumped to a nearby tree to brace himself up. He brought his right paw to the area Spike had punched and, sure enough, it was the same spot at the young Dragon had tagged him before with this flame doing the first time they battled. Unlike the last battle scar this one wasn't going just to go away it was a permanent deal, yet another Memento she survived despite. Suddenly it clicked within the old manticore if that word kept racing through his mind. He then looked down to his chest and it was truly a remarkable sight going diagonally to his right shoulder all the way down to his left leg in a perfect diagonal was a 10-inch gash with blood spewing from it profusely. Scar raised his left paw to his injury and slapped it then again. slap, slap, slap, slap, slap, slap! on the final slap, scar broke out into a sinister laugh old scar: bawhahahahahahah! Glorious, wonderful! What is the last time I felt such a thrill!

after many decades of waiting for a real fight. his mind was racing faster than it had ever done before. The old manticore looked at Spike just then and after image showed up behind him old scars eyes widened in shock the after image looked exactly like malafor. that's when his mind clicked, he was once again in one of the greatest battles of his life. Scar placed his right paw over his face covering his eyes as he leaned back on the tree chuckling profusely, he then pushed himself off the tree stood right before the young Drake and shocked everyone at the farm he got on his right knee and bowed to Spike as if he was a king. Celestia and Applejack looked each other and then looked back at the scene while Spike was confused honored but still confused. Spike…… Okay? What's with the sudden bow? Spike asked acting the top of his head with his right claw. Scar got back to his feet old scar: Hehe... Oh, nothing much just wants to thank you. uh for? As Spike curious as what was old manticore was getting at.

Scar only smirked at the question scar: Hehe I guess you wouldn't but I but have been around a long time, I am a warrior I live in battle the thrill of combat.... When you get to be as strong as I am you find is not too many beings you can test yourself against and it takes the fun and purpose out of your very existence of life. Can you truly stand there and tell me you don't understand that? Spike twitched here never thought about before he'd always been twilights number one assistant but that thought went through to his mind repeatedly. what if she didn't need him? was the day coming that he might be forced to leave ponyville. not because he was banished by his sister, she wanted him to stay but despite her protests and her status as a Princess nature would win. Despite the way fact he was raised as a he was still a Dragon not a pony one day he would be big as an entire Castle and for what his grandmother and grandfather told him he be bigger than normal size dragons. lodoss dragons were enormous creatures and needed a lot of food and water to survive Not to mention the townsfolk how would they deal with it? sure they were nice and kind to Spike but that was because he was a small baby Dragon.

He had noticed many ponies even thou; they never would say it to his face. looked at him with fear and worry. Sure, they knew Spike would never hurt a pony unless provoked but there was still that one question what if? Spike lowered his defense just a bit as he looked down to the ground then looking back at the old veteran Spike: your right scar I have. scar raised his left eyebrow as highs it would go. Scar: oh, forgive me for being blunt and rude but you give me more than that. Spike nodded you know he started it's not easy being a Dragon living among ponies. I feel like I'm in the middle of an island surrounded nothing but fragile glass and each step I take I must take extreme caution for one misstep could shatter my whole world around me My world feels like a cardboard box just ready to be torn to pieces. Don't get me wrong it was ponies that embraced me but the love of my ancestors they are too much of a prey like species. Scar chuckled at that. .... Yeah, I guess they are he replied with a shrug must be difficult for you my apologies I can't even begin to imagine my life like that. Spike chuckled you as well know it making sure I don't want heck I'm surprised had grown at all from what I've learned of normal dragons you must horde to grow.

if that was the case for me, I will be looking like a toddler forever. Back with Celestia and the others, the sun Princess was hurt knowing this is how a son truly felt. she thought it was a clever idea to send Spike with twilight and make friends and four ponies and dragons to learn to coexist with one another. But this only proves that she had made yet another mistake as a mother she did not consider how Spike would feel never to be able to learn about his draconic heritage not because there wasn't much information for him to learn from but the fear of actually using it. Of course, he couldn't horde if he did, he would turn into a gigantic rampaging Dragon once again. But if he didn't ponies could never take him seriously as he looked like a baby. Not only that but twilight was somewhat of a workaholic she had practically kept him secluded. Suddenly Celestia remembered something very important she remembered Spike had saved a baby Phoenix would be smashed Spike garble and his goons. Spike the size it couldn’t find the parents to keep peewee for himself as the Pets/friend. When Celestia heard this and read it in one of the letters he sent to see was thrilled finally Spike had his very own partner like she did with her pet the next Philomena.

She knew Phoenix's were bearing royal creatures but then not even three weeks later she received a letter that he had returned peewee to his family. Which to her made no sense at all. Spike was more than mature enough to take care of a baby Phoenix plus he had more than enough time to watch the little thing after all twilight had kept him cooped up twenty-four seven. A baby Phoenix was just the thing to help Spike and his loneliness suddenly it clicked while she was reading the letter. Spike realized he is doing the same thing that was done to him always keeping that little thing at his side not being able to enjoy the outside world making Friends being with its own kind, so he took it upon himself to look for the parents. Celestia only hung her head in shame as she briefly closed her eyes. Now it all makes sense she whispered to herself. Of course, Spike wasn't going to keep peewee. seems it was a mistake sending him with her. She then gave a serious glare it seems I have a few things to discuss with my former student about.

Applejack gulped hearing this Celestia looked to the farm pony for brief second don't think Spike hasn't told me how you have helped in this all the times you use them and ignored his wanting to help you. I can’t truly blame you for those instances you are going to have a Stern talking to when all this is over just the same. Applejack winched as a little bit knowing full well, she was in for the chewing of a lifetime. Celestia looked back to the battlefield Celestia: but that's beside the point fight now I need to focus despite this barrier strength a barrier is only as good as the one who creates it, and old scar is critically injured there might be a chance that a weakness has from in the barrier. As she said this, she levitated her Mace off aback and if there is I need to be ready to smash through. Applebloom gave the Princess a raspberry and gave a dismissive hoof. Applebloom: come on big sis don't you fret no Spike in a going to take care that means old manticore just you wait. Celestia looked at the little filly with a confused look Celestia: big sister? Applebloom nodded yes, she replied with a smile we are going to a be family soon.

The Princess smiled as she padded applebloom with one of her wings. While all this was going on Granny Smith, and they do in the background is situating the battle granny had one eye opened and did not like the scene. Ranger was doing the same apparently, they knew something the others didn't. Granny then spat to the ground as he looked to Ranger granny Smith: well, your old fool? What do you think does he have a chance? The old stallion just continued to look at the two as he only hummed trying to give his best guess. Ranger: hard to say Spike got lucky my opinion he caught the old fool off guard. However, on one hoof he did some major damage, but that old food did not let live this long by being weak he can take a punch. It's any pony's guess now I only hope that young feller learned a new trick a two or that young Dragon won’t last long.

Back on the battlefield, the two combatants remain silent until Spike went back into his battle stance Spike: well, no point in thinking about the what if's and what happened in my life. time to get down to business. Scar smiled heh. Now you're talking. Scar placed his left paw over his injury on his chest and then shouted the word recovery as he did his claw glowed a bright white light and within 20 seconds the gash closed. He did the same thing to his face. Spike jaw dropped just a little bit Spike: what kind of magic was that!? Old scar waved a dismissive paw. Old scar: null magic otherwise known as personal magic that was pure magic only grand elder like me can use. Spike only raised eyebrow questioningly Spike: null magic? Back at the farmhouse old Ranger's eyes widened so did Celestia's Celestia: null magic?! It can't be I didn't think any other pony was still alive to use such magic!

Applejack and Granny Smith and applebloom looked at the Princess with a little concerned. Applejack: Princess what does he mean by personal magic? And how come you look so worried? But instead of the Princess answering it was the old Ranger. Ranger: tarnation gal you should be worried null magic is one of the oldest types of magic in equestria. Celestia nodded not taken an eye off the two warriors. Celestia: yes, null magic is very special it can also be regarded as personal magic. It's possible for two ponies can use the same type a spell but it's also possible for spell that has a similar yet deferent effect with the other. What makes it very special though is the numerous types of magic that can be used with it. Actually, the was a series at one time about this magic if I recall is in Saddle Arabia and that's not all it is over 200,000 volumes. Applejack applebloom and granny Smith jaw dropped. Oh yes, it's all great fascinating null magic thad many. Now there are more than spells code program which allows the user to give a set of instructions or rules to an object. And aports which was spell used by a great stallion way back when I was but a young Princess from what I heard he used it to teleport small objects right to his hooves thou the item must be able to be held in the pool for the spell to work. All the was also a great doctor who used that spell and saved many lives and…… ah Princess asked granny Smith I you going somewhere with this?

Celestia realized she had gone full all-out nerd and blushed. oh um... Sorry got carried away there while my point is not many ponies of beings can use it. While null magic can be used for many things it takes a lot of magic mana. Even for the simplest of the spells. magic like that needs to draw energy from somewhere. you see personal magic has no restraint the only limits are the limits of the user's mind. Applejack whistled very impressed on this magic so did applebloom and granny Smith but then Applejack looked at the Princess questionably applejack: if that's the case Princess how come I've never heard of this magic before? surely you have some records of it and twilight would have been told me about it by now. The Princess nodded as her expression did not change, she still gave a neutral expression as she looked at Spike and old scar. Celestia: you are correct I have no doubt Twilight would've been using this magic if she could it's quite useful however alas all the books and scrolls containing this magic were destroyed long ago the three mares looked at each other shocked. "Yes, it was terrible it was doing one of the many wars of equestria it was the war with the Minotaur is I believe. they managed to get soldiers within my very Castle and set fire to many books and scrolls."

Ranger looked at the Princess with a Stern look Ranger: "let me guess they got their hands on copies of that magic?" "The Princess nodded in agreement sadly yes. Out of 200,000 copies, I only had a limited number of them fifteen all in all. They were all that survived the countless centuries of time. Such a waste. However, ponies are not the only ones to learn this magic as old scar has. And here's my point in trying to make the type he's using his recovery magic. This type of magic is incredibly special it truly can heal the body back to its formal condition say like your horn was broken off or lost your eyesight. And say you lost about 5 to 6 years ago? With recovery magic, you can return your body back to its Original state the accident and heal yourself completely like the accident never happen to begin with." Once again, the Apple family jaws dropped. Celestia noticed this and chuckled "yes I'm shocked to though it seems old scar cannot use it to its fullest potential." Look the scar is red and pink meaning that that scar can open up at any time on his chest. All he has done is bought to him some more time." thou I am curious to why here's live for over 10,000 years surely, he has stored up fast amounts of mana over the decades so why doesn't he used his power to his full potential? Applejack was now rubbing her shoulder with her right hoof in anticipation. When suddenly she felt a smile hoof on it, she looked down and saw her baby sister applebloom smiling at her. Applebloom: it's all right big sis Spike will win. Granny Smith smiled at her granddaughter as did Applejack as she pulled her in for a hug.

Back with certain Dragon and manticore Spike had overheard everything his mother said and was amazed. Spike: wow I didn't know that type of magic was that rare he looked at old scar and bowed to him out of respect. You truly are grand elder to do that. The bow caught him off, but old scar chuckled. Old scar: well, I'll be a Dragon with respect... ah I must be getting old. But enough he said with a snarl. I don't have much mana left. Using boost and recovery in the same day take a lot out of you. Suddenly Spike gritted his teeth because yelled you overgrown fur bag! so that how you got so fast suddenly! Old scar snickered and waved his part in the air and shrugged his shoulders old scar: hey what can I say when you lived for 10,000 years you need help from time to time.

But now that you see and heard me use it you should be able to use those two spells too. Which would make this fight all more exciting. huh? spikes only reply as he looked at the old manticore What do you mean how be able to use it? Sure, I have spell breathing, but I don't know how to use magic like unicorns can. Old scar eyes narrowed out of frustration at the young Dragon old scar: don't be stupid you’re an arbiter master of the elements! and you're telling me you can use null magic?! Hey Spike replied frustrated I'm new to being this arbiter! Suddenly Spike realized something. You can only use two spells? The old manticore nodded agreement Yep, he replied at my age two the limit but back in my day, I could use twenty.... But after a while the mind is willing but the body. Do yourself a favor if you survived spike never get old.

Spike chuckled and grinned I’ll keep that in mind. Well now that you’re in such a good mood is there a chance of you walking away peacefully? Scar stopped smiling and gave him a snarl. Spike sighed in disappointment Yep that's what I thought. well, there's no helping it. let's do this the moment those words escaped his lips he rushed the old manticore who was more than ready for him. In his mind he spoke one-word boost straight. As he did his muscles expanded giving him a tremendous posted his strength. Which he used in his tail as he lasted at the young Dragon. Spike managed to doge to the left but not without some damage he felt a burning sensation on his chest he looked down to see a small gash. Nothing major to be concerned about but it did prove that this fight was far from over. Spike looked up to see old scar smiling “lucky prick” Spike said under his breath Spike then decide to go on the offensive again Spike to major series of punch kicks tail whips at the old manticore. But something wasn't right thought the young Dragon for one all his attacks were landing now you may think that strange after all when you're trying to hit something, of course, you want your attacks to land.

Spike then noticed something old scar wasn't going one punch he wasn't even trying to be on the offensive or countering. He was taking it all, and from what Spike could tell he was in a defensive position. Spike immediately jump back trying to figure out the situation. Old scar was breathing heavily haven taken so much damage. He had six black spots on his back from Spike's constant attacks with his tail for punch marks on his face and seven to his chest. But for all the damage it taken he was still smiling another thing that Spike had noticed doing his assault. And that did not set well in the young dragon’s mind, nor did it fit in the mind of a certain Princess of the sun. Celestia: what are you up to scar? This isn’t and how you usually fight is almost as if you're waiting for something but what? The only damage you've done is with your tail. Suddenly the Princess trailed off as her eyes widened that sneak! Spike! Get away from him now! it’s a trap! But it was too late Spike turned around to address his mother when suddenly he felt a cold numbing chill throughout his body. Spike: w-w-what the hay!? Suddenly Spike fell flat on his face on able to move a muscle. My body I-t-t it won't move!

Applejack and the rest of the family gasped but Celestia knew right well was going on. “Poison” was the only word the sun Princess replied with. Applejack looked at the Princess and then looked at the old manticore and her eyes caught what she was trying to get at sure enough a yellow-green substance was tripping from the tip of old scars scorpion tail. Applejacks gritted her teeth in anger. Applejack: why that no good scum bag! That's a coward's way of fighting! Applejack caught on. So did t her sister Applebloom: Yep, that's right big sis quietly face Spike Mono a Mono. Granny shook her head in disappointment granny Smith: this isn't some regulative fight, it's a fight to the death. Which means anything goes.

Ranger only remains quiet as he looked onto the battlefield. Same time Spike was just figuring out what happened spikes mind: blast I forgot manticores have venom in their tails they use to paralyze their victims. That's sneaky son of a gun he let me land all those blows so he can increase the spread of the poison. Spike looked at old scar snarling and glaring at him. Old scar began chuckling profusely. Old scar: heheheheheheheheh! oh boy, I cannot believe you actually fell for that old trick. Did you really believe I only the master to null magic spells?! Old scar began swaning his tail back all clearly taunting the young Dragon. And for your information, I have put my body through intense restraining for the last 10,000 years. I'm surprised your instinct failed you. Spike only continued to glare at the fur bag let me guess he said grunting you a lied about you only using two spells?

Old scar smiled evilly old scar: of course, I lied what fool would actually believe that nonsense!? I have been alive for ten count them not one not two but 10,000 years boy! Of course, I have mastered many spells and abilities by now! Which I'm going to use to kill you it's that simple! Spike only continue to look at old scar and then raised one question. Spike: then why did you use venom? Old scar scratched the top of his head sorry about that my boy, but this is much more suited for me, heck this way you're the perfect punch dummy for me. Spike then smiled deviously gee old scar I would love to help you with that, but I think my little friends wouldn't like that. Old scar gave Spike a serious glare at the last thing he said. Friends’ what friends?! asked the old manticore. Spike only grinned these friends! Plasma ghost! he shouted suddenly his eyes turned dark purple with a hint of black his pupil’s silt. from the ground surrounding the old manticore have been dark plasma beams ghouls came from the ground. Old scars eyes widened in shock what the!? But he had no time to think before Spike shouted now! As he shouted the plasma ghost saluted him and lunged at old scar striking him everywhere breathing plasma all over his body.

the ghosts shot balls of plasma which left burn marks all over him. Every pony at the farm was amazed by Spike's new abilities applejack was standing on her hind legs waiving her station hat. Applebloom was bouncing in place granny Smith and Ranger smiled at Celestia face was still neutral. And for good reason since Spike was still new to using the power, the ghouls were not strong. And old scar knew, he can sense the amount of power each one had. He then proceeded to use a boost and got behind each one swiping them with one of his paws. Each one dissipated instantly and to only three remained which got in front of Spike trying to form defensive barrier. Scar stood there breathing heavily as he did, he began laughing. Old scar: ahahahahahahahhhahahahahah! It knew it! I knew you had some form of new power. Could this also explain how you came back from the dead? Old scar said as he leaned his face towards the Dragon. Still lying on the ground Spike smiled Spike: you can say that let's just say I learned a few new tricks. Scar nodded in approval I can see that! Although it's too bad you'll won’t be able to use them while you're lying down powerless. Spike nodded as best he could while giving a devious smile well let's try to change that plasma ghost the one in the middle hit him with your best shot! Old scar waved his left eyebrow confused as he noticed the three ghost in front of Spike.

As he ordered the one in the middle broke away from the other two and came within five feet of Spike it looked down at master as suddenly are a hole formed in the middle of its face. in the hole was an orb of dark lightning plasma. Old scar looked at this questionably trying to figure out what the Dragon was up to. Old scar's mind: what’s that young Dragon up to now? Surely not got have his own phantom attack him? I mean what good would that do as long as my venom is coursing through his nervous system, he won’t be able to move. Suddenly the spirit finished charging the orb in its mouth as it screeched the loudest it could shoot the plasma lighting at Dragon. Every pony at the farm gasped but strangely Celestia only smiled as she whispered under her breath that's my little Dragon very clever. The lightning coursed through spikes body for 30 seconds after was all said and done the third ghost dissipated. Spike laid there twitching here and there as it was clearly shown dark lightning was sparkling all over the dragon's body.

Old scar shook his head in disappointment believing Spike wasted one of his spirits to protect him. When suddenly spikes smiled and shot straight back to his two feet. it's old scars jaw dropped to the ground as his eyes shot out of his head nearly as he looked at the young Dragon amazed. Old scar speechless -b-b-b-b- but how! That's impossible! my venom should've cut off the neural signals that send messages from your brain to your muscles completely. Spike did the same thing scar did and stretch making fun at the manticore. Spike: well, I'll give you that that's exactly what did, but it does one thing I've learned from living with an egghead like twilight for many years is this. I learned… Ways to send a signal to your body or jump-start them. Old scar was about to growl in annoyance when his eyes widened and's pupils shrank and then busted out the laughter once more. Bawahahahahah hahahahahahaha! Now I understand you use that lightning to jumpstart your entire body! And since it's plasma energy it burned away all the venom!

Spike shook his head Spike: yes and no while yes, the plasma lightning did its job, all it did was counter the effects. And reconnected the neural signals of my brain to my body ouch! it hurts though, note to self never try that method again unless there is no other choice. Back with applebloom and the others, applebloom was bouncing up and down in place applebloom: I repeat glad I did not go to summer camp! go, big brother! go! Scar had finally controlled himself and stopped laughing his guts out. Old scar: Hehe this is more fun than any I ever possibly imagine. And I'm loving every single moment of this at last I can bust some of my favorite moves out! Old scar planted his paws on the ground gone to his battle stance cost as he crossed his arms over his chest into an x and screamed as he powered up. haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa! earth style! earth armor!

Dust gravel and dirt started circling old scar and that dust tornado cloud. It's spun fiercely then the pieces of the Dustin gravel start sticking to old scar and started encasing him like a cocoon. And just accident appeared but tornado dispersed revealing a stone statue of the old manticore. But Spike knew better, and he got back into his battle stance and sure enough to eyes glowed. As old scars right paw twitched as the cocoon cracked. it then bust opens it to revile an armored old scar. Covering for him from head to toe with only his shoulders and midsection and probably his back exposed but not by much. The armor had the same markings as the dome that encased Celestia and the others. Spike grinned finally getting serious huh? Old scar extended his arm pointing one claw at the young Dragon signaling him to come over. Old scar: come young Drake let us see what you're really made of.

Spike gladly accepted Spike: with pleasure, Spike thought his mind shadow streak! And suddenly he was gone. However old scar didn't flinch he knew that there was no way at this point he did keep up with the young Dragon. When suddenly spike was right behind him and spun around and kicked with his left foot. Scar simply twisted himself around and countered with his left foot on which collided with the young dragon’s foot. Which resulted in a mighty sounding crack! which was heard all the way back to Twilight and Big Macintosh and the others. Intense pain coursed to Spike's entire left leg as a small tear formed in the corner of his eyes. Spike immediately backed away and hopped on his right what holding his left in his claws. Spike: owowowowowo!!! oh this hurts this really hurts! Old scar only chuckled at the display old scar: Hehe yeah it tends to do that when you try to forcefully destroy armor such as mine oh and FYI this armor is just as strong as the dome, I'm using to keep your mom and friends occupied.

Spike blew on his injured foot trying to relieve the pain Spike: thanks for the info grrr .... jerk. Spike grumbled under his breath the pain was very intense and Spike didn't know how to make it stop. Spike: blasted wish I could do that would recovery spell old scar did on his chest. He sarcastically placed the left claw on his injured leg wish all I have to do is just say recovery and... what the hay!!! Spike then noticed a magical symbols circle forming on his hand spinning. And just like scars chest his foot was healed, Spike then proceeded the places left leg down then back up he repeated this motion six times taping the ground. ..... The sound of the wind blowing was the only thing that was heard throughout the apple farm. As old scar and Spike looked each other and then his leg down at each other again and back down to his newly uncovered leg yeah you see with us going. Suddenly old scar pointed with his right paw.

Old scar: you dirty lying jackal gecko! Spike him nearly took offense Spike: hey! Don't call me gecko! And why you yelling at me!? all I did was heal my foot .... oooooohhhhh. Suddenly it clicked Spike: I can use magic! Not just draconic! Unicorns eat your or heart out! Celestia was watching proudly she only rolled her eyes playfully and chuckled. Celestia: boys Hehe he may be grown up in body but in his mind will take a little longer. Applebloom didn't like the joke as she taped Celestia's left leg in frustration. Applebloom: hey don't joke about my brother! Celestia looked down at the filly Celestia: okay, okay, okay I'm sorry I was only kidding. Applebloom looked at the battlefield once again grumbling under her breath applebloom: word of advice Princess don't quit your day job. Celestia heard it though will excuse me she said smiling as she looked back to the battlefield.

Spike shook his left leg a little then placed it down onto the ground as he did, he looked at his claws opening him and slowly closing them as his mind wandered. Spikes mind huh I didn't know I can use null magic. I wonder... Spike then proceed to look over his body and thought one word. boost when he did, he felt his body tensed up as muscles started to compress and then expand. As they did his body grew all larger and muscular well more muscular. As his body expanded a little from the excess muscle they just gained. Applejack had noticed his newly formed muscle and blushed. Granny Smith had her left eye closed as a right one was open looking at the young farm pony. Granny Smith: well gal like what you see. As On instinct applejack nodded slowly until she realized what she was doing.

Applejack: what!? no!! I!!! Applejack tried it the government any excuse she could find but the old mare just laughed at her granddaughter. You know you can't lie you’re the element of honesty. Besides your face is telling me all I need to know. She then went into the house and came out with a black frying pan. She then placed the pan on top of applejacks head she then proceeds to take two eggs she got from the kitchen and crack them into the pan. after a few seconds of stirring the eggs, they were fried. She then passed the pan to Celestia.

Granny Smith: what some scrambled egg your Majesty? Upon seeing this applebloom fell on her side laughing as for the rest of the family each mare and stallion did the best to try and not follow the little filly in a laughing fit. The same went for Celestia who had tears in the corner of her eyes as she tried to keep a self-composed. Applejack looked at her granny as she felt betrayed. Applejack: granny! how could you! Granny then proceed to chuckle as all applejack was do was cover her face with her station hat. Applejack: you may be my granny but I'm going to get you back for this. Back with Spike, he was amazed by his newfound strength Spike: Wow! Check me out! I had dreams about me being muscular I guess it's just like they say dreams do come true! But then he shook himself out of his little fantasy now time for admiring yourself now he looked to old scar who just looked at him still his battle position. This work to be done Spike finished as he got back into his. Now let's try this again... Go for it boy. was scars only reply suddenly both disappeared. Every pony at the farm tried their best to locate the two combatants but it was to no avail. Until they heard on a mini sonic boom of fist colliding with each other. Repeatedly, all they heard was boom, boom, boom, boom. And all they could see where bright flashes of light from each coalition. As if they were exploding stars.

Suddenly scar and Spike came back into view. They had both landed at the entrance to the farm Spike was breathing a little bit hard. As was old scar blasted replied Spike even though I boost my speed and strength I can't it through that armor. Spike only glared at the manticore as he did his eyes started to strain great grumbled Spike under his breath now my eyes are going this new power has its toll, I guess. But Spike couldn't be more wrong back in the void of his ancestors. Spikes mother father and the others were cheering him on. Dram and spy were laughing their hearts out. Cynder had her claws over her mouth with tears in the corner of her eyes happy and sad happy that her baby boy is finally acting like a Dragon but like any mother warning about her child. cyclonus was snickering.

As for dayatora he folds arms in front of his chest smiling proudly. Dayatora: not bad to flashy. but other than that, not bad. Not bad? Sneered cyclonus: he's doing great, but I wish he would use his claws! oh, the feeling of tearing into an opponent with you claws into feeling like no other. But then razor fang placed his right claw on to his chin and scratched. Although any attacks he uses are going to be useless unless he can get past that fur bags armor. He then looked at cynder any ideas my lady? he asked but she shook ahead cynder: no, it would take the magic insight do that. Sadly, I never learned the spell, null magic spells for one's sense was never my forte. She then looked to her husband and her brother-in-law how about you two? Dram of spy looked each other and just shrugged her shoulders giving her frowns. Old dear she replied worried my poor baby. hehehe cynder turned her head to dayatora with a right eyebrow raised questionably Cynder: and what is so funny? Dayatora only looked at her for a few seconds then focus his eyes back on the battle scene dayatora: you young ones always focusing on those flashy magics. not focusing on the ones that enhance your body and senses lucky for you that's my forte.

Everything a one of the looked at dayatora cynder smiling are you saying what I think you're saying?! Dayatora only nodded dayatora: that's right I add insight in that crystal along with boost endurance and other things. Suddenly cynder jumped up and hugged him as best she could but he only got to his waist he was an exceptionally large Dragon. Dayatora looked down at the site um... Can you please get off me you're embarrassing me here. She gladly got off smiling but then gave another concerned look to "you think he will be able to use it? Dayatora only chuckled again dayatora: of course, he's about to use it right now, thou insight takes a long good time to kick in unlike the other magics. It takes a while for the eyes to get used to it. Now just shut up and watch. Cynder: grrrr. You don't have to be that rude you to know. Back with Spike and old scar spikes eyes was still straining him. He spent the last five minutes rubbing them trying to get them to stop straining. Old scar noticed this and began taunting the young Drake old scar: what's wrong boy getting tired? Maybe go over to your mom for a nap. oh, shut u- ... what the? Spike eyes finally stopped hurting him, but something was wrong at least in his opinion the world around him had turned completely black. The trees the rocks the buildings are even the ground looks like that no one had colored them in. old scar was the only one that still had his color was up he was off.

Spike was lost for words. Spike: oh okay…… They could be so many explanations one, old scar hit me so hard I'm having delusions or two.... Yeah, I got nothing! Spike looked at his body to see if anything was wrong with him yet nothing Spike looked back at the old manticore and when he did, he saw three all orbs of light one on old scars right arm. one on scars left leg and last but not least one on old scars right between his wings. grrr growled the young Drake blast my eyesight getting even worse? He clenched his right claw as he did dark plasma flames engulfed it... As that happened all began turning yellow and flickering profusely. huh? Was spikes only thought when he saw this okay.... He looked at his claw and then at the orbs I wonder he thought he then brought his right claw and pointed it to old scar.

He then lowered it, and the orbs turned back to normal, then he raised it again he did this they flashed it finally clicked. there are weak points! but how can I see them!? Then he remembered what old scar said earlier about there being types of null magic that improve the body’s senses then click in spikes head his eyes have gained a new ability or more, so he gained the ability thanks to his ancestors. the ability to see the weak point on opponent’s body. Spike placed his left claw on his face and laughed Spike: wow what an insight!!! Old scar ready himself but was curious about why the Dragon was acting so cocky. Old scar mind what the hay's going on with this young Drake? did all those blows to his head must have given him brain damage if he really thinks he can penetrate my armor.

As Reading his mind Spike only chuckled let's see about that he then whispered boost and shadow streak and vanished like a shadow. And suddenly came right in front of the old veteran as he pulled back his right claw that was engulfed and dark plasma flame and punch with all his might. Scar was a little caught off guard he quickly recovered as he pulled up his right arm protecting the block it with his arm and stopping the blow dead in its tracks he thought wrong. The moment spikes claw made contact with old scars. the armor shattered as it slowly broke apart old scar’s eyes widened as the center of his pupils shrank to the size of pebbles, he could think of only one word what!? Spike then proceeded to spin around and kicked with his left leg old scar noticed and instinctively used his left leg to catch spikes leg in order to prevent him from even launching the attack.

Scar used it to hold him in a leg Lock, but this is what Spike wanted to happen as it was all a trap. Spike quickly with his left claw grab old scars leg and pointed up as Spike engulfed his entire right arm with dark plasma then raising his arm up and bringing a crushing elbow down onto the leg shattering it as well. With Celestia and the others applebloom was jumping up and down 50 feet in the air with each jump cheering her soon-to-be brother-in-law on. Applebloom: he did it! He really did it! He broke through the armor he found a way! Applejack and took in her station hat off and trilled it in the air. And shaking her granny furiously with excitement. Which the old mare did not like granny Smith: Applejack! stop! My old bones can take much more! Applejack stopped blushing a little. Celestia was smiling as her confidence towards her son rose by the second Celestia's mind: keep it up my son but please don't lose yourself. Old scar couldn't believe it as he back 5 feet away Spike. He was breathing heavily he then looked to his right arm which was completely bare of its armor. Then to his left leg. Wondering how the hay did Spike managed to break through it. But instead of being scared old scar gave the young Drake a smile of a madman and began laughing evilly.

Old scar: hahahahahahahahah!!!!!!! ah...ah I can't believe it! And here I thought the only one that could break my armor was malafor! This is great I can’t Remember the last time I actually this much fun He then looked at the young Drake. Old scar: spike dragon solace! suddenly they both flash step and vanished again but this time every pony saw them. their speed had reduced dramatically to the point where every pony eyes could easily follow them, but the site was amazing once again they are going DBZ at each one fist colliding creating mini sonic booms. thou, not everypony was amazed by the show of strength and skill. And those two was Celestia and applejack both had realize what the others had not that something was very wrong here. Celestai looked at applejack looked at her they looked at each other for a few seconds and then back to the battlefield. You've noticed it to? Celestia asked in a worried tone the farm pony nodded Yep was all she replied. Celestia stopped weighing started to twitch in anticipation. It's just as I had feared if this battle continues any longer, he'll die.

Applejack tilted her hat to cover her eyes. I won’t lie she said I don’t know how much more he can take I've seen this before. It wasn't for this blasted dome we can help him. Back with the battle with Spike and scar the flash stepping all over the Orchard each one trying to get the upper claw against one another. Oh, sure each one managed to get a good blow in here and there but not enough to win the battle. But a major turn of the tide was coming as Spike had noticed the first old scar seems have been getting faster and faster with each step. So, Spike try to enhance boost to try and keep up with the old veteran. Speaking of which old scar noticed something wrong and suddenly stopped Spike and stopped along with him catching his breath. what’s... huff ... huff ... huff wrong? Asked spike ready to counter the manticore at moment’s notice. Old scar only shook his head as he gave the young Dragon a look of disappointment ...tsk... Nothing's wrong replied to the old warrior except the spikes over. Spike's eyes widened in anger as he growled and frustration Spike: grrr! What you mean it’s over!? Listen just because you make yourself faster than me a little bit doesn’t this fight ov---!!!!??? Spike suddenly felt pain got his entire body the pain was unbearable his muscles clamped making him unable to move an inch. All Spike able to do was fall to his knees breathing heavily. Everyone at the Apple family farm gasped. Applebloom granny Smith and Ranger were all curious to wondering why Spike it stopped and what he looked like he was in so much pain. Applebloom: what's wrong with Spike?! Why does he look like he’s in so much pain?? Granny Smith and Ranger looked at each other and will about try to explain the applebloom best they could until her big sister explained for her.

Applejack: it's his body sugar cube it reached its limit. Applebloom only looked at her big sister with a confused look Celestia thank came right beside applejack Celestia: I'll explain you see magic like this such as boost and enhanced site as well his other new abilities of very taxing on a new magic user. And Spike has done the one thing no magic user should ever forget when using magic not to overuse his abilities. The mind may be willing, but the body has limitations. Boost and shadow streak enhance the muscles pushing them way beyond the boundaries of what they're capable. Boost along does X10 but it seems shadow streak is 15X that. Suddenly Ranger granny Smith's eyes widened like saucers Celestia looked at them and nodded that's right plus you are saying can ability that enhances his eyesight and tap into unknown magic they never used before his body cannot continue is starting to shut down. It won't kill him, but he won't be able to move. No! yelled applebloom tears in her eyes now but that means!!!

Celestia had tears streaming down her eyes as well yes, she replied choking on every word it means Spike is going to die if old scar has anything to say about it. Every pony turned around to see Applejack bucking with all she could on the same spot Celestia and only a smash with her Mace. Applejack: well, this is one pony that's not that is just sitting around and wait for her future husband and to die not if I can help it. Every pony at the farmhouse nodded every mare and stallion came galloping out the house and with anything they could find from shovels to picks luckily for them they were on a farm. Began trying to break through the dome Meanwhile in the afterlife that spikes family and ancestors cyclonus had claws based himself covering his eyes and grunting in frustration. Spy and dram only looked on with concerned and cynder was nearly slipping out of his scales as for dayatora his demeanor had not changed. Cynder: I cannot believe this we should have been told him about the restrictions of this magic look at my poor baby his body is an absolute reck! cyclonus nodded in agreement cyclonus: of course, we were fools he should have been told.

Dayatora looked over to ways of fang and the others dayatora: will you guys shut up it is not over yet. Cynder nearly lost it cynder: not over! Not over! Look at him! He's an unable to move scars go to attack what you mean it's not over! While she was saying this, she was prepared for attack the older Dragon but her brother-in-law and her husband stopped dram: easy sister easy! Attacking dayatora won't solve anything. Spy was holding on to her just like his brother nodded in agreement. Spy: he's right honey the fight not over Spike still has a chance! Cynder looked at both with them as she calmed down and they let go cynder: I wish I can see it like you three can. She then clapped her claws together and prayed to ancestors please ancestors of old and new please keep my baby safe. Back at the Apple Orchard old scar walked up to Spike until he was inches away from the Dragon shaking his head disappointed. Old scar: tsk, tsk, tsk young ones.... Should you've known better than to use both boost and that shadow streak of yours you thought I got faster? No, no you got slower he said point in a claw him you see boost take a toll on on the body if you're using it for the first time stretching the muscles making them faster than they are null magic that take years of mastery. Time you don't have why if I must put a wager, I say your bones and muscles are a screaming in agony looks like it hurts. Spike used all the strength he had just to look scar in the eye. Spike: yeah... I, I, I can feel that now. Old scar signed well kid I will give you this you push me to a limit I have not been able to get to in a long time but…… I guess it's true with a say he then began lifting his right paw as he extended his claws all good things must come to an end.

Just as his par was coming down on purple magical beam was heading right for his head. Old scar: what the hay! He said as he leaned back away from Spike just barely dodging the magical beam as it collided with a tree and left a large hole through the tree. both Spike and old scar looked towards the entrance of the Apple family farm well be quayside to see none other than twilight sparkle and big Mac and the other fillies and Colts and each one was armed to the teeth in the odd versions of makeshift armor. Twilight scanned the battlefield looking to applejack and Celestia and the others when she spotted them in the dome. Twilight Sparkle: Princess – – – wow! Where the battle armor come from!? Celestia gave twilight a smile, but her face grew to concern look. Celestia: I'll explain that later what I want to know now is why you were here why on you and the East side of-of the farm like you're supposed to. Twilight clinched slightly as she gave Celestia an apologetic smile. Twilight: well, … You see... um...... Before she could finish big Mac trotted up beside her and stuck his chest out and snorted. Big Macintosh: it was my idea! I've been hearing everything on the East side of the farm, and I had enough all this clashing bashing and these mini earthquakes I had to find out what was going on with my kin. Plus, applebloom was missing I had to make sure she was safe. Yeah, replied to a golden color little filly in makeshift armor which was none other than Candy Apple. And find out my cousin was all right she replied with a frown her face.

Applebloom: big Macintosh candy Apple over here! Big Macintosh twilight and candy Apple looked at the dome to see applebloom waving at them Cheerfully as she was safe and sound. Candy Apple and the other fillies and Colts smiled twilight sighed in relief however big Macintosh gave her a serious glare of a concern big brother. Big Macintosh: young filly you and I got a have a good few choice words after this and not even applejack and granny Smith a gun a stop me. Applebloom's face changed to that of slight be a sheet go granny Smith and Applejack looked at each other and then chuckled. Granny Smith then noticed applebloom had clung to one of her hooves in hopes of her protecting her from her brother's concerned anger. Granny Smith: all know don't come looking to me for shelter you did this to yourself! She said chuckling applejack nodded applejack: granny's right applebloom you should've known better than to sneak over here. Applebloom frowned and looked at both with them and then looked back towards the battlefield mumbling to himself applebloom: geeze with family like you who need enemies.

Big Mac rolled his eyes but then noticed the many craters and all the damage had been done to the orchard because of Spike and scars battle. His eyes widened and his jaw dropped slightly big Macintosh: holy tarnation what happened to the orchard!? He then looked at old scar and Spike and saw the state they were in the notice old scar was covered from head to toe in many bruises and cuts he then noticed the large gash on scars chest. In all his days on the farm hit never seen a creature take a beating like that and still be standing. What's more this proves to him that Spike really did the scar old scar the first time as he looked at scar face and saw the burn mark that applejack explained at the party.

Wow, big Macintosh said in amazement I guess Spike really did beat old scar. Twilight just stood there lost in a daze she had noticed scar and Spike way before big Macintosh did as her mind was racing. She had so many mixed emotions, anger sadness and pride. Anger for letting spike get hurt, yet there was even stronger emotion filling her right now and it was pride. She was proud of her little brother she could tell from the damage done to old scar that Spike and hold his own. This also brought on sadness from the site she was seeing she couldn't believe this was the same dragon she it hatched so long ago. To her, it was only yesterday that he was drinking milk from a bottle and then teach him to eat with a spoon. And then they moved to ponyville. Yet she only saw her little brother in so much pain and knew that old scar caused it. Twilights horn charged; she was going to make old scar pay near spike that is until he stopped her. Spike: Twilight don't! This is my fight! And I'm not dead yet! Twilight stopped charging her horn and step back in surprise. Big Macintosh only gave him a smug smiled nodding his head in approval. However, twilight wasn't even twilight sparkle: are you crazy!? Look at yourself you can't even move! And you expect to beat him!? She said point at old scar with her hoof For Equestria's sake let me help! I get it it's your first fight and you want to finish it by yourself, but I can't stand to see you and any more pain!! She finished with tears forming in the corner of her eyes.

She started making away toward her brother when she was stopped by a scorpion tell landing right in front of her like a wet being crack. Hold it said old scar looking at her with a death glare. “This is a private matter” big Macintosh did a double take big Macintosh: he can talk!? Old scar shook his head and grumbled old scar: for the love of Pete!! Why does every pony think just cause am a manticore that I can't talk!? eh whatever He said waving them off turned his attention back to the main focus which was Spike. Not that I diss your bravery young Drake I do have to ask the question what makes you think you can still beat me as your sister said? in a sarcastic tone sister said you can't even move a muscle how do you expect to be me? huff...huff....huff... like this! Suddenly Spike spun to his feet and grab old scar and held into an intense bear hug. Which for a few seconds caught old scar off guard but noticed that Spike didn't have enough strength to put any pressure into the hall as all he could do was hold on for dear life. Old scar looked at him. is this it? Is this your big plan? Are you going to hug me to death? Spike gave scar a devilish grin I know he replied this is just a hold you in place. for what? asked the old manticore raising an eyebrow then his eyes widened in fear and shock as Spike had dark plasma lightning sparking from his eyes. this!!!!! dark plasma lightning Pulse!!! Suddenly talk plasma lightning exploded from it spikes body and coursed through old scars body the focus was so intense every few seconds you can see scars complete skeletal frame as if someone had taken an x-ray of the poor fool.

However, Spike did not have very good control over the lightning and Twilight knew it as she shouted to big Mac and the others to get to close to her as she put up a barrier she put up just in time to block one of the stray bolt that hit. But it took all of twilight strength just a block that one bolt afterword's she lowered his shield and was completely exhausted big Macintosh looked on the scene with aw. Big Macintosh: holy tarnation how much lightning to you think spikes producing?! I can see scars skeleton! Twilight panted for a few seconds as she regained her composure huff...huff ...huff. I don't really know...huff...huff a normal lightning bolt composed of 15,000 GW. And I'm making an educated guess on this...huff and we are dealing with an unknown magic as plasma I would have to guess it's around 45,000 GW at best. Big mouth eyes widened, and his jaw dropped as some color left his body. Big Mac:45... 45,000 GW?! That's impossible only someone like Celestia Luna could do that!!!! Spike smiled weakly as she looked at Spike and then back to the farm stallion twilight: well… What did you expect? She then pointed a hoof that Spike with a smile like a mother like son. As he finished most of the fillies and Colts nodded in agreement. The intense pain old scar was feeling was strong indeed, but it wasn't strong enough to beat him as he placed his white par underneath spikes chin and began pushing him off. Old scar: you sneaky gecko!!! But it's going to take a lot more than this to beat me!!!!

Suddenly as he finished his sentence the lightning stopped but not before one stray bolt hit the dome with such force it shook. Celestia noticed rumbling coming from the top of the dome extended her wings over Ranger applebloom and Granny Smith and Applejack to try to shield them believing that the dome was about to come down. After 30 seconds of nothing, she lifted her wings off them and side of relief. She looked towards the Apple family making sure none of them were harmed Celestia: his every pony all right? No injuries? Applejack Ranger granny Smith looked over each other and nodded let her know that would know injuries to any of them. Celestia smiled glad that no pony was hurt. Celestia: thank goodness it's bad enough that was about my son if any other pony got hurt because of this acted never forgive myself. I am surprised that little bolt of plasma was enough to shake this entire dome. Applebloom chimed in applebloom: yeah, look what it did to the dome. Celestia only shook ahead amused at the little pony’s enthusiasm. Celestia: I'm sure it did but sweetie I think were safe after all none of us was able to make dint in this thing.

Applebloom looked at her in the spot at the dome well that boat of lightning did look it made a huge crack. Celestia spun her head towards the wall Celestia: where, where!? Applebloom left her left hooves and pointed at the spot applebloom: it's right there, see? Celestia eyes followed applebloom's hoof as it points it to the same spot Celestia had slammed the battle Mace into earlier apparently it did do damage it just started to show it on the surface. And with spikes bolt collided on the opposite side of what she slammed the Mace the force colliding with the force already inside the dome was more than enough to create a viable weak point. Celestia’s eyes glistened with anticipation as she lifted her battle Mace in front of her. Celestia: well, every pony it seems we are getting out of here now stand back, I don't know what's going to happen when...... huh??? Every pony? Where did you go? She looked all around her all the Apple family had mysteriously vanished until she heard applebloom. Applebloom: over here you’re highnesses! We figured you try this again, so we took precautions!

Celestia blushed a little bit oh... ahem... yes good. Now let's try this again she poured all her battle magic into the Mace enhancing its ability she lifted her front hooves and was standing on the haunches as she suddenly pop the maced down on the spot and with great joy to the Princess it shattered great now lodgepole within the dome just enough room for every pony at herself to get out of. Every Apple cheered with joy not that they could finally get to the other members of the family until they heard a loud sounding crack! Celestia in every pony looked to the source of the crack and noticed at the very top of the dome a large crack.

was forming which continue to another and another and another and it started foaming many fractions then many parts of the dome started falling down like rain. Every pony from Celestia and applejack eyes widened. Celestia: oh, dear I think I used to much magic... Apple family: Gee you think!!!! Celestia shouted in a loud Canterlot shout every pony out now!!! And they did as she instructed first was the younger mares and stallions who get out faster Celestia stay behind to help the elderly get through. And thankfully every pony managed to escape the dome without any injuries but alas the words one granny Smith had tears in her eyes and shouted in horror granny Smith: Look!!! Celestia the others turned her head to the opening of the dome and saw just would granny Smith was yelling about. It was the house it was bombarded by many bits of large pieces of the dome. Like rain the pieces of stone fell into the house destroying it completely. As the last bit of gravel fail a small dust cloud formed covering the area when it dissipated the was nothing left but word broken glass and stone. Most of the Apple family including big Mac saw this each had tears in their eyes. Twilight covered her mouth with her hooves as she looked at big Mac apologetically twilight: big Mac I am so sorry... Big Macintosh: that was my mom and father's house I was born in that house my sisters were born in that house generations of Apple family were born in that house and now it's gone he said his head down.

All twilight could do was come beside him and placed a wing over his shoulder comforting the farm stallion. Celestia cringed realizing she had caused this she turned towards granny Smith and your others Celestia: Mrs. Smith I personally up apologize for this loss it was not my intention to destroy your house, I give you my word I would rebuild it as best as I can. Granny Smith suddenly raised all hoof to Celestia telling her to stop the old mare wiped the tears from her eyes. Granny Smith: no, it's okay I know you meant well after all she said sucking it up and being strong for the rest of the family house is the house it can be rebuilt. Celestia smiled weakly and was happy they granny had the forgiving her, but Celestia knew better than any pony that it was more than just a house .so many memories were made in that house she had to fix this somehow.

Celestia: I understand but I also understand the memories were lost in that house and if you want anything and I mean anything let me know. Applebloom trotted in front of the Princess applebloom: will you make it like it was before... She scoffed the ground with her hooves and maybe some new things? Celestia raised an eyebrow at the little filly how’s so? She asked granny Smith chimed in granny Smith: well maybe a new barn here and there also make the place fireproof for the little ones that might be coming. Celestia was taken aback are you trying to hustle me? Granny Smith cocked her head to the side not the old mare replied I would never do that! But seeing as how you're going to be family since you did destroy our home you might find it in your heart to add some feature to try to make up for all the years and memories that were lost. Celestia only blink that the old farm pony and then busted out the laughter Celestia: bawhahahahahahahah!!! oh, my word! All right I get it I’ll gladly help! Granny Smith smiled and nodded good she said she then looked around and noticed applejack was gone. Applejack? Where in tarnation are you gal? She then saw applejack being held down by Ranger and for other members of the Apple family as she was desperately trying to get to Spike.

Applebloom looked and sighed in disappointment as well Celestia. Granny Smith: first start is you can me hold this young mare down. Celestia signed Celestia: gladly as she made her way over to applejack and held her down with her magic. Spike and old scar were huffing and puffing out of exhaustion Spike barely have enough strength to stand on his own 2 feet scar was feeling the effects of the lightning as there was light steam coming off his body. Old scar: huff...huff...huff I'll give you credit that was very sneaky have you had more control over that magic it would've defeated me. He smiled devilishly but I'm afraid you don't have that much time. He finished as he got back into a battle stance reading himself to pounce on the young Dragon and finished the fight. Spike only continued to smile Spike: yes, you're right I knew right after I use boost and shadow streak that I didn't have much time use of my body. Old scar looked at him what asked the old veteran. Spike wobbled back and forth on his feet yeah, I pretty much knew. That’s a benefit with living with an egghead so long. Twilight: hey!!! I may be in an egghead you but its way your alive so long in this fight!!!! Spike winched as he gave her an apologetic smile Spike: love you, sis, as he finished, he gave her a toothy smile she only folded her hooves over her chest and snorted in frustration. We are so going to have a long talk after this Mr. she said looking dead in his eyes. Spike shook his head playfully well that's something I have to look forward to at least. As for what I said earlier scar I knew the moment I activated minute magic that it might damage my body, after all, he said shrugging his shoulders I'm a rookie at this I'm not like my sister for my mother so in order to finish this fight he then pointed to behind scar, have my little friend do it. A chill went down scars back as if it there was presence behind him, he snapped his head behind them and looked around but there was nothing but his shadow. What are you talking about?! shouted old scar frustrated at Spike what little friend?! Spike whistled and just smiled at scar Spike: that little friend he said once again pointing to old scars shadow.

As he did the shadow began moving on its own first it twist it turned until it came from the ground rising up from the ground. To reveal none other than the third and final plasma ghost of spikes three plasma ghost minions he and summoned earlier. It's rushed old scar and latched on his back right between his wings where old scar couldn't reach it. And he tried old scar twisted and turned trying to grab the spirit and throw it off. Old scar: what the?! Get off me you little pest!!!

He then noticed the intense grip on the spirit. grrr why is this thing so strong?! he asked Spike clapped his claws in front of him that's a good question Spike said sarcastically Spike: if you allow me old scar old like to help an experiment old scar looked at him furiously with bloodshot eyes. What experiment?! Spike once again shrugged his shoulders nothing major just want to watch the lifecycle of the angel Leach native to the darkest in depth of the Badlands. Applebloom had made her a way to over the twilight as she poked to let one of the legs trying to get the Alicorns attention. Applebloom: Twilight? What in the Sam hay is an angel Leach? Twilight looked down at the little filly twilight: oh, hi applebloom glad you safe and to answer your question an angel leach is a dangerous spirit creature. Which is has rarely been seen to the point was some ponies believe it to be a myth.

Applebloom only raised an eyebrow, okay? she said but what they? what makes them so dangerous? Twilight was a was more than eager to answer the young fillies question twilight: you see applebloom that parasites spirits from a distance they look like a flying rainbow-colored manta ray. Applebloom's eyes wind in anticipation cool! Twilight though gave her a concerned look all don't mistake it applebloom just cut it looks pretty doesn't mean it's not dangerous the always looking for magical mana in any source they can find it. And they'll suck it from anything alive or not. That's what makes it so dangerous will say that once it latches onto its prey it will suck all the magical mana out from them and will continue to suck the life force out if possible. Applebloom went pale all it gets worse twilight stated some rumors say that they're very sensitive when they in that state that the like magical bombs one touch of force and they explode. Applebloom cool even paler and gulped. Though twilight said rubbing her chin with a hoof. I read and of old book about ancient extinct creatures they were so dangerous they had to be hunted down to extinction.

So, to find one alive is extremely rare. Spike had been listening to twilight explanation he then pointed to old scar and then pointed a thump at his sister. Spike: what she said! Now let's get down to the nitty-gritty if you must know the plasma ghost is going to act like a leech Angel which is now full on your mana it has been secretly draining from you. Old scar eyes widened in shock and fear. what!? What did you just say? It's been draining my mana for how long?! Spike His chin with a claw trying to figure out how long it had been draining him. Spike: all I would say a good estimate would be 30 minutes tops. Since started trading blows over the Orchard. Sweat began beading down the manticore's face old scar: you little ass you were just stalling for time!! Spike smiled once again yep! I knew what the activated my magic I had a limited time to use it before my body gave out and there was no way in Tartarus, I could beat you again like I did the last time. oh no, you've learned from your mistakes. Spike said as he walked up to old scar as scar could only look at Spike as if he was walked in slow motion for him the world was coming to a complete stop in time. Spike stopped right in front of old scar and patted him on one of his shoulders.

I want to thank you old scar he said with a smile. Thanks to you I learned a lot about myself today new magic new abilities. He then whispered under his breath family I never got to meet before. So, I out of respect for you, if you survived this, I will try to talk my mom out of hunt you down. On one condition you never come back to equestrian territory. He then took his claw off scar’s shoulder and then looked past him to the plasma ghost who was patiently awaiting its master's orders. And Spike gave it to them “fly” was all he said. immediately following that the spirit extended a pair of wings from its back and took off into the sky. It flew with such pressure. that alone was enough to keep old scar immobilized until the spirit reaches 10,000 feet in the air. When it reached its destination and sent a mental link to its master. Plasma ghost: now master? Spike gave it an answer yes! The ghost hiss with excitement as he ignited the magic that was built up in its body and exploded. The only thing old scar could do was more roar out of fear. old scar: roooooooooooooooooooooaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaarrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!!!!!!!!!!!! as the explosion consumed him which formed a giant mushroom cloud.

When the cloud dissipated. Old scar was nowhere to be seen. Back in the spirit plain with spikes family, cynder was jumping up and down with joy proud that her son had survived and that he had won. Cynder: he did it! he did it! that's my baby!! Dram and spy were play fight with each other and excitement you know how guys get they play punch each other stuff like that. Dram: cynder he's no longer a little hatchling but a young Drake now! Cyclonus: hahahahahahaha!!!! yes! Good show!!! Brilliant stupendous!!! That teaches that fur bag not to mess with a Dragon!!!! Dram only looked at the scene, gave a smug smile, and closed his eyes as he tilted his head down dayatora: good job Spike of that's what I call with resolve. Back with Spike. Spike sensing no danger from old scar just dropped to the ground with a smile his face as tears were filling in his eyes, he just couldn't believe he won this fight. He always has fantasies a fight like this and now he finally did. Suddenly a shadow covered him spike looked up to see his loving mother. However, she wasn't looking so loving she looked pissed. He then noticed one of her blood veins had formed an X and was throbbing. Spike got up out of fear of his mother Spike:h-h-h-i mom... um you look nice never get to see you and your battle armor before. Celestia gave him a fake smile Celestia: why thank you Spike that's very nice of you. Her face turned dark as she shouted in her Canterlot voice don't you ever do this to me again young Dragon!!!! Spike wobbled back and forth on the ground covering his ears best he could it took a few moments to get his hearing back as he tried to set up and plead with his mother to calm down the noticed six royal chariots had alive out of nowhere. Spike looked confused. He then noticed most of the Apple family were in chariots he also and noticed that these were not noble chariots they were designed to carry large amount of passenger if he had to guess 40 each. Celestia noticed this confusion Celestia: it always fits to be prepared son I have these chariots designed in hopes of bringing the entire Apple family back to the Castle.

you would have had your time with applejack castle, but you decide to have it at the farm. After the battle I woke to my sister who sent them here instantly. Spike still was confused until he suddenly felt a hoof His right shoulder he turned around and saw it was applejack who had tears in the corner of her eyes as her cheeks were puffed out. Spike was about to apologize applejack for willing her so much until she slapped him. Spike was shocked he never expected her to do that he turned towards the as he did, she grabbed him by the chest and pulled him into a passionate deep kiss. Spike was only caught in a daze as he looked towards his fiancé Spike: Applejack? But Applejack only shook her head applejack: nope now's not the time for talking what have plenty of time she said as her face grew dark later... Understand? Spikes face went pale as he nodded slowly. good on you. Applejack finished as she went to the remaining chariots were Applebloom and granny and big Mac waiting for her. Granny Smith shook her head chuckling to herself. Big Mac looked at Spike and mouth I feel sorry for you I’ll to talk to my sister for you. Applebloom was waving at him furiously with a big smile on her face.

Applebloom: glad you okay Spike! When we get to the Castle I going to write sweetie Belle and scootaloo and mind if I take a picture I needed it as proof! Spike looked towards Celestia. Celestia smiled at both. Celestia: don't worry Applebloom if they doubt you. you tell them to write me out I will gladly back you up. Applebloom: thank you Princess! A.k.a. big sister! With that she poked ahead back in the chariot as most of the chariots took off. Leaving only twilight Celestia Spike at the Orchard. So many thoughts and questions wanting to spike mind as it went on autopilot twilight trotted up to a brother waving her hooves in front of his face as he finished, he fell for backwards. Twilight looked at her former mentor. Twilight: I think that was too much for him Princess. Celestia looked at twilight with a stone-cold glare. Celestia: oh, trust me his problems have only begun. With that she teleported herself and twilight to Canterlot Castle. Were Spike was about to face his greatest challenge yet him mother’s anger.