Blue Blood Moved about the Party with all the ease of his practice times. His Injuries having fully healed and having fulfilled his duty of Apologizing to every Mare he insulted, Decided to enjoy the time he had mingling and making sure everything was well. His Cousin, Damocles had requested to debut a few of his toys Approved by his Mother and Auntie Celestia.

"So tell me Blue Blood. How is your pride after the recent events caused by that new prince?" A larger Portly stallion had asked with a rather smug grin.

"Hmm I would say they are doing well, at least better than your endeavors in the name of honor, Remind me how many Mares have left your herd? 3... 4?" This caused several of the mares and Stallions nearby to have started snickering at the Stallion who had challenged him. The fine battlefield of the Social Elite was by no manner whatsoever easier than one of true war.

"And Yet You choose not to have a herd, or a Significant other. I wonder is that because you see so few as worthy, or is that among the burdens to your duty." A new voice spoke from outside the circle. One that Immediately drew Blue Blood attention. So few of the Canterlot elites would dare challenge his loyalties to the crown after all. What stood before him were 2 ponies. One with a Pristine white coat that could mirror His own, the mane however was that seemed to drink in the light from the several sources not reflecting anything however was done in such a way that you knew it was well taken care of. The coat and cloak which he wore were a rich velvet red with shimmer that made it seem like liquid metal, where Blue Blood held his Signature Red Rose, a Blue Rose adorned his challenger. However adorned his face was an ominous Obsidian like mask that seemed to have ruby inlays as the came to the sharp point and sapphire tertiary seemingly guiding the eyes. The ruby seemed to almost pulse with magic. As the Smile gave away who the challenger was because of the large Fangs that glistened in the night.

The Mare to his side had a Lilac color coat with purple and teal mane, that was done up so the bangs would accent her horn. Her outfit consisted of a Sea foam glittering green, that cascaded down her form to end in amethyst gems, while sky blue satin sitting atop the dress with ruffles. She however was not.

"Cousin Damocles." Blue Blood smiled, "I'm so glad you could come, Did Auntie Luna, pick that outfit for you?"

"As much to both of our dismay, yours more than mine, No. It was made by Rarity Belle as an Example for her new line for us more nocturnal Denizens of Equestria, The Alucard Line. This one in particular Is designed after with added Flairs from both She and I in regards to a famous King from my homeland, Vladimir Tepes III."

"I see, Her craftsmanship is as stunning as always, I regret the way I acted in regards to her. But in response to your Question, you should know more about the Burdens of Duty than most, After all you have been busy training your wardens for combat, to only respond to this party Invitation." Blue Blood stated coolly.

"Hmm I wonder about that. Oh before I forget, Blue Blood. Let me introduce my date for the Evening." Damocles said Gesturing to the mare to left. "This is Starlight Glimmer, Student of the Element of Magic." Glimmer Smiled and offered a hoof which Blue Blood quickly took and kissed.

"It's a pleasure to meet you, Your highness." Starlight said smiling with a slight bow.

"Please now Ms. Glimmer, If my cousin has seen fit to invite you, then you have no reason to call me as such. Now Damocles I was told by Auntie Celestia you had some toys to show off. Several of which will revolutionize entertainment?"

"Quite So, But for now Let us continue to enjoy ourselves the Stage is not set quite yet." Damocles explained."I think it's time I get more used the Upper crust of my... New Home." He gave smile but many could tell it was strained. The first one to speak this time was a thin mare, with a yellow coat and Blue hair done up looking like the mother of the Bride from Corpse Bride.

"So we have seen some of those changes to the Royal Guards armors, The addition of Chain mail and such other such pieces of Equipment. Tell us Damocles, while you have strengthened the defense will you strengthen the offense of our military? For the Record I am Lady Quill." she said smiling.

"Well Lady Quill, I think you misunderstand the purpose of the changes I made. They are not for Defense. They are for making sure our troops come home alive, Defense is all well and good but to survive is something completely different. That's all I ever do when it comes to improving our soldier's equipment. The armors they wear are to make sure they survive and come home in as much of one piece as possible. to their family and friends. As for strengthening the offense? You make it sound like I want Equestria to rule the world."

"Hmm don't you? You are after all a crowned prince like our gracious host." The portly stallion commented. "Or are nobles from you're old home lacking in vision." Damocles could smiled softly as he looked up at the shimmering moon.

"Lacking in vision? perhaps, but I would rather a Noble lacking in Vision to one with Delusions Of Grandeur my good sir. After All Lord Ink Well, We Barbarians, are very well versed in the Art of Subjugation and Domination and all the conflicts that it causes." Damocles let the smile fall from his face as he addressed the portly stallion, that made a 2nd attempt on humiliating him. " We have learned from our pride instead desire something more manageable maintaining balance through peace, silver tongues, heavy pockets, and the occasional flex of power. But of course a Noble who spends most of his time behind his desk instead of being active in the wilds of any land is sure to believe that they can do better."

"And whose to say we can't do better." A mare spoke up who had a sun yellow coat, and orange mane. "As you said, silver tongues and Heavy pockets seem to have a higher performance than the occasional flex of power."

"Yes this is true but between different cultures the same phrase may have 2 or 3 very different meanings. For example here a silver tongue stallion is one who can be very persuasive. In another country it could mean that they are naught but a liar."

"And what of one who hides behind a mask as yourself, this was not a Masquerade after all." Lady quill commented on. Starlight saw this as her point to step into the conversation.

"That comes from a saying from his culture." She began using her magic to take up a glass of Chardonnay from a passing servers tray. "We all Were Masks, But which is the real mask? The Mask that Hides our face?"

"Or the Mask that Is our Face, either way, to determine the truth one needs only to gaze into the deepest parts of the Eyes." Damocles stated.

"For the Eyes are the Gateway to the soul." Fancy Pants said as he approached from the side. Joining the group. "So some sayings are the same regardless where you come from."

"Fancy Pants, Fleur de Lis. A pleasure to see you both again." Damocles said with soft bow. Before righting himself. A sudden thought physically showed upon Damocles's Features as A letter appeared from White and Black fire before Damocles. "Hmm oh my." Damocles Exclaimed as he read the letter.

"Some one sent a message through our Bale fire system? But that doesn't make sense no one should be at the Dojo tonight." Starlight said worried.

"Blue Blood, could call the nearest Royal guard here please?" He nodded before calling one over.

"What is wrong Damocles?" Starlight asked concern.

"Your Highness you requested a guard?" A Pegasus Day guard in his golden Armor and white coat saluted. Damocles.

"Yes yes.. I like to report something stolen. Or rather something going to be stolen." A wicked fang smile appeared upon his face. "Put the Royal Palace on High Alert, for Some pony is going to attempt to steal Princess Celestia's Crown this night and bring it to Discord at Pony Joe's Shop at precisely 1:04 this night." Damocles said as he presented a letter signed by Lupin's Shadow.

"Yes you're Highness." The guard quickly flew off. Blue blood who was reading the note drew a scowl.

"'Dear Chief Replacement, I give you this warning through the new Prince to inform you that I Shall steal Princess Celestia's Crown. I tell you this because there is not a thing you could do about it. I'll even tell you where it shall appear and to whose claws its going into. At Precisely 1:04 Am this Night I shall deliver it to Discord, Lord of Chaos. You have until then to stop me if you can find me. But beware the closer you get to light The darker your shadow becomes, So chase and chase these Shadows Away, can you catch them all? I think not for no pony ever caught me the first time. Sincerely Lupin's Shadow Cousin should we not Leave to watch over this and prevent this insult to crown from happening?"

"Watch over yes, But we don't need to leave for that. Starlight?" Damocles smiled as her horn ignited with magic and a signal was launched. "If everyone would follow me please, it's time for tonight's Entertainment to begin." Damocles lead the group of nobles inside to an Auditorium where Tender Heart and Trixie where waiting with glittering sleek dresses that clung to their form.

"If my lords would take their seats, the show can begin in just a moment." Tender Heart said. The nobles intrigued and confused about the situation all took their seats. "For those weak of heart, and expecting mothers, please be warned that levels of excitement for the show are to increase. So please practice Caution, while a nurse is on staff and ready in case of any emergency, Please be advised I am but one Mare."

"Withe the warning out of the way, Prepare to be amazed as we introduce the first of the Toys our Prince Damocles has made. One of which there is a gift to our fair Prince Blue Blood." With that Trixie's Horn lit up and large screen appeared as Starlight Pushed forward a small cart with something on it. Several speakers all turned on as Trixie turned on the device on the cart and black box appeared on the screen. "Huh?" Trixie began to fiddle with the device when a voice is heard.

"Trixie is everything ok? I don't hear the gasping of the crowd." Damocles's voice was heard which then made everyone look around looking for the source.

"Trixie seems to be having some Difficulties. It doesn't seem to be working"

"Did you click Live then Power?"

"Oh wait. Trixie is on Video 2." She said as she fiddled with it.

"No Dear, It's Video 1." Suddenly an image of Damocles mask an all appeared on the screen. The interaction created some laughter and Trixie walked back to her spot pouting and blushing from the indignation.

"So he created a large scale slide show projector?" Lord Inkwell stated sarcastically.

"My dear, Lord Inkwell If i Created something as simple as that You're fascination over it would show that small things do then, amuse small minds." Damocles's image moved in tandem with the words with a bow. Now this drew a gasp and shocked some of them. "There's the reaction I was hoping for."

"What kind of magic is this?" Fancy Pants asked his voice seemingly impressed.

"The magic of Technology." Damocles replied. "the device you see before you is a prototype to be used for any major events so our princesses can speak to cities and give them speeches in times of crisis instead of having to send a runner with a message, or arriving themselves, Saving time and streaming information as fast as possible. The image is captured by a special type of device that I call, a Ca Me Rune." The images on the screen panned to another part of the scenery where another was to fully encompass it. "With the use of magic runes, and your modern day technology, I've created these and their sister device as the two work in tandem with another the Boom rune. The camerune captures the images based on the light particles in a UV, or Ultra violet spectrum, translation for those lesser learned of advanced sciences and magics, a frequency of beams created by the sun that lets us perceive color, and sends those images to a device that receives and replicates the image like if one took a photograph in real time. These images and streams of images can be recorded and played back at another time, so its not just real time events but past events, This can help athletes find mistakes they made and work to correct them, Help spread the flow of information and keep everyone updated, as well as have entertainment saved on here and played back at any time. The Boom Rune is what picks up the sound like your average microphone and Magically/wireless transmits the data to a speakerphone and play it back. Please note that these are early developments for this. Now before anyone goes thinking this is a trick of the eyes. Lady Fleur, Would you Join me out here for a moment?" Fleur smiled and got up following Starlight out of the room as the scene changed to the entrance where Starlight and Fleur walked to meet Damocles. Who gave him a quick hug. Damocles smiled and starlight used her magic to bring a plate of cooked asparagus to Fleur. "Would you please take this back to Fancy? The asparagus is simply divine." Nodding she took it and walked back the camerune following her as she catwalked up until the doors which opened into the auditorium where the nobles all looked to see her holding a plate of Asparagus taking it Fancy as she sat down. "Now thats the first of 4 devices of Magitech. Now let us move onto my current pride and Joy." He smiled. "Phantoms Fall in."

3 full plated suits of armor covering wings and having horns made off Gemstone approached from the shadows. Each one seemed to appear only slightly larger than normal Ponies in armors height and size. Each one had dark trims to lighter colors and it seems almost customized styling. Wheels were made into the hooves yet they walked with professional grace. each one also had something similar to the design of the long ranged projectile weapon mounted on wings or back. With blades along there legs, and wings.

"Ladies and gentlemen I introduce to you the Newest Armor system, in a combination of Magitech, Biotech, and sheer Unadulterated Drive, I give you the Shadow Sky Systems. This is the Armor for only the Elite few. Each one is unique with their capabilities and Individual... Shall we say Personalities. A unique function with this armor is that it nearly alive, and learning. To explain what I mean allow me to give you the Definition of something call a symbiote. An organism in a partnership with another such that each profits from their being together; a symbiont." The armors all opened up and out of them walked Virulent, Veil, and Satin. "Each of the Phantom corp gets one, And each one has an Individual name from my homeland." Veil Stepped Beside hers

"Acolyte Veil and Galahad Reporting for duty Sir." Veil said before stepping into armor and it beeped and shifted to completely cover her form. The slitted Eye panels on it seemed to glow Amber. The Camerune shifted to Virulent.

"Vandal Virulent and Bedivere Report for duty Sir." Virulent said before he became shifted in the armor around him covering him completely as it released its Exhaust steam and the eyes glow scarlet.

"Acolyte Satin and Gawain Reporting for duty Sir." Satin said as she her armor shifted around her. the Eyes lighting up like a sunset yellow before it beeped happily.

"Phantoms What is our Moto?" Damocles asked of them as he turned to face the camerune.

"Phantoms Never Die! Only Go Missing In Action." The three Replied.

"Now I could Go into detail about all these things can do. Instead I'll show you. After all we are approaching Midnight are we not Discord?" The screen displaying Damocles suddenly cut in half compressing the image without distorting it one half, as on the other half of the screen appeared Discord at Pony Joe's with Spike and Big Mac.

"Right you are My boy, and can i just say that Pony Joe's donuts are some of the best, You cant get jelly filled Donuts better than here anywhere, even in the Chaos Zone I've been allowed." Discord said

"Eeyup." Big mac Commented as he ate one. Discord's Screen disappeared focused back on the Knights and Damocles."

"Now then the 3 of you have your mission. Security has been put to high, Go show the Nobles of Canterlot what I've been training you."

"Yes, Your highness!" The 3 replied before they turned around and began moving at high Speeds.

"Well that's enough of me I think for now. Lets see how they do from their own perspectives." Damocles stated. Before the Screen went black and 3 scenes appeared. At the top left of the 3 images were the written names of each of the Armors as Heads up display appeared. The roof tops of Canterlot passing by as all three were focused on at different Angles of Canterlot Castle. Damocles smiled as he approached the audience in person this time. "Now who here is still willing to Dance with this devil in the Pale Moonlight."

Author's Note

What happened?! How did He develop these in only a Week?! How are they Capable of Learning?! What is Blue Bloods Armor Named?! AND WHY AM I TALKING LIKE THIS?! FIND OUT NEXT TIME IN "Phantom Thieves and Knights of light - Lupin's Brief Return."

As always please give any comments concerns and Questions.