War. War never changes.- Ron Perlman

It was a bright and shiny day in the city of Canterlot; the illustrious and regal capital of Equestria. The streets of the city bustled with everyday ponies going to and from their homes and workplaces. If one were to stop and look upon the architecture of the city they would be envious. Great towers dominated the sky, the white walls that surrounded the city were looked upon with pride and valor. Shops of all kinds could be found everywhere throughout the majestic utopia, establishments of clothes, food and others unique in their own way could be seen if one were to explore all around. Celestia school for gifted unicorns stood proudly in the distance, dwarfed only in size by the Canterlot observatory with its large telescope. And today another many ponies stood in the streets bristling with anticipation as another fine establishment was only minutes away from opening. Among the excited crowd of ponies was the well know protege of Princess Celestia, prodigy in magic and current librarian of Ponyville ,Twilight Sparkle.

'It's here! I waited so long that I can't believe it's finally here!' Twilight grinned as she looked upon the Great natural museum of Equestrian history and mythology. Princess Celestia had sent a letter to her letting know about its immient grand opening a few weeks earlier, she knew full well how much Twilight loved studying history and mythologies surrounding pre-equestrian times. Twilight had then checked her calender for any other important dates and appointments before putting down the date of the grand opening. Twilight had with her a custom saddle bag designed by her friend Rarity and a few notebooks and writing utencils. She had also taken a camera, silently hoping she would be allowed to capture the moments.

She gazed all around her vicinity and then giggled. " Wow. Looks like I'm not the only one who decided to come to the occasion."

Everywhere she looked, ponies, zebras and other kinds of species who all looked like they came from the highest class of society were in attendance. Some of them try not to look excited while having no disregard for what others thought of them were happily smiling or cheering. As Twilight looked back towards the building she took into regard it's appearance. The museum was large, it's ceiling looked to be supported by great white marble columns with each having a different historical figure carved into it. The top of the building was in a upside down v-shape and on it were the words, 'our history is here and now time to seize it and go forth!' .

"Ohh this is so exciting! Can you believe it Spike? The grand opening is finally here!" Twilight eyes sparkled in delight. Standing right next her was Spike. He stood there yawning and looking uninterested despite his best attempts to show otherwise.

" I still can't believe you woke me at five in the morning just to get a good spot." He arched his back a bit to pop a bone back into place. "I barely got any sleep on the way here from Ponyville."

Twilight smiled and shook her head. "I did tell you sleepy head that we were going on trip to Canterlot and that you should get some rest before we left. But instead you decided to spend the day eating ice cream and spending time at Raritys home."

Spike blushed at the mention of his crushs name. "Yeah I guess your right."

Twilight nodded." Besides, you should be excited for the opening of the museum! It houses the greatest and most important artifacts and historical documents in Equestrian history!"

"Oh boy." Spike sighed as Twilight went into one of her historic fantasies. This tended to happen everytime somepony would ask her about anything magic and history related.

" Just think of it Spike! All those wonderful displays and exhibits dedicated to the most important ponies in history; like Starswirl the Bearded or Albert Stallstien! And thats just the tip of the horn, they will have artifacts from our ancestors and the remains of ancient creatures and tours, lectures and documents of mass importance-"

Spike fought to keep himself from sleeping on the spot.

" Furthermore, there will also be an exhibit detailing the possible origins of ponykind. Plus the revealing of ancient technology that up unto now was always kept secret. There is a possible chance that all life on our planet was created by-"

"Aliens. Yes, Twilight I know all about it. You haven't stopped talking about it since we got here." Spike crossed his arms in annoyance.

Twilight sighed in frustration. She knew Spike couldn't realize the importance of such an event, but she wouldn't let his attitude get to her today.

"Oh how much more are they going to keep us waiting. Seriously, it is rude to keep a lady waiting." Twilight and Spikes ears perked up and they both turned around to see a familiar face in the crowd. Spike day had just been lifted.

"Rarity!" They ran over to her spot in the crowds. She wore a fancy bonnet on her head and was carrying her saddlebag. She turned away from the museum and smiled at the sight of her friends.

" Twilight! Spikey-wikey! What a great surprise! What brings you both here ,darling. "

"I'm here for historic lectures and exhibits. The princess sent me a letter telling me about the museum. Why are you here?"

" I'm here to observe the glamorous and yet subtle art galleries. Their very essence inspires me." She said with a hoof raised in the air. "When one looks back, some fashions never get old! While many ponies can learn from the mistakes of others and improve on what they created."

"Twilight! Rarity! Spike! Over here!!" The three of them spun around to see three other familiar friends.

" Pinkie pie, Applejack, Rainbow dash! You guys too!" The three said ponies galloped to join their friends over in their spot in the crowds. They all hugged and shook hooves.

"What are you doing here ,Rainbow Dash? I thought you didn't like museums?" Said Twilight with a perplexed look.

"Oh I'm not here for that egghead stuff." She then pulled out a book from her saddle bag. "I'm here for the book sighing. The author of the Daring Do series is sighing books near the gift shop and will be giving out a short preview of her new new book 'The secret origin of Daring Do'!"

Twilight smiled and turned to Applejack and Pinkie Pie. " And you guys? I'm guessing your both for other reasons that don't really involve the museum?"

Applejack nodded. "Actually Twi, I got invited to sell my apple treats right outside the museum. The ponies in charged apparently got a 'tip' from the princess on how delicious my baked apple goods were and they sent us a letter asking me if I would like to set up a stand here. It would apparently be good for the crowds."

"And I'm here to help her with the baking!" Shouted Pinkie as she hopped up and down. "We're gonna have so much fun! We can make apple fritters, apple tarts, cheery changas and pickle berry cumquots!"

Her friends just stared as she continued to hop up and down. "Pinkie pie, your so random."

"Wait, wheres Fluttershy?" Twilight asked looking around the three.

"Meh. She decided not to come. Something about not wanting to see the dead remains of animals and being in huge crowds, anyway she decided not to come." said Rainbow in annoyance.

"Attention everypony!" Suddenly all the crowds in front of the museum turned to see the young unicorn mare that stood on its steps. She had a subtle tan coat and had small gold mane, she also had a quill and scroll for a cutie mark. She wore a beautiful yet subtle dress and a pair of glasses as she stood behind a microphone. " My name is Note taker, let be the first to welcome you all to this grand opening of the great Natural museum of Equestrian history and mythology!"

The crowds cheered. " While first I must apologize, Princess Celestia herself had planned to be here for the ceremony but couldn't make it due to royal matters. But she still sends her warm regards!"

The crowds continued to cheer, with Pinkie pie exploding confetti from her party cannon. Note taker then lifted into the air with her magic a large pair of scissors. " So without further ado, I gladly pronounced the Natural museum of Equestrian history and mythology opened!!"

She then cut the large red ribbon in front of the door and got out of the way. Suddenly as if the world was about to be consumed in fire, the crowds rushed in to the museum. A good percentage though had stayed behind to get a quick bite at Applejacks stand.

"Ah oh, here comes the food rush!" Applejack turned and ran towards her stand. "Come on Pinkie! We got some hungry customers waiting!"

"Wee lets go!" Pinkie pie hopped right behind Applejack. "Bye Twilight!"

"Well I gotta get this book sighed before the line gets to big. See you guys later!" Rainbow dash then flew quickly into the museum, leaving a trail of clouds behind. Twilight nodded and turned to her remaining friends.

"Come on everypony!" She then turned and galloped inside. 'Oh I can't wait to see what they have in store. Here I come!'

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"Come on Spike, the lecture is about to begin!" said Twilight as stuggled to find a seat in the crowded theater of the museum. The final part of the museum visit was the exhibit where they would be showing artifacts that had been discovered in the past centuries.

"Ugh. I'm coming, I'm coming." said Spike running close behind. The theater was large and was in the shape of globe. Many ponies and non-ponies had gathered for the occasion. The entire theater could house about a hundred ponies.

"Finally. Now to watch the show." said Twilight as she found a front row seat and sat down.

"Ms. Sparkle is that you?" Twilight turned her head to see Doctor Whooves, one of Ponyvilles great scientists.

" Doctor! Your here too?" Twilight said with a surprised grin. The Doctor pulled out a small notebook.

"Well yes. I don't think there is a single scientist, historian or professor who would want to miss this. Plus, some of my colleagues invited me." He said this with a smile.

"Tell me doctor, what do you think about the theory of ancient beings visiting this planet and possibly creating all life?"

The doctor thought it over while tapping his chin with his hoof. "Well all I can say is-"

Suddenly the lights dimmed. Everypony turned their attention to the stage and settled down, where a stallion emerged from the curtains. He wore a lab coat and glasses, his coat was blue and his mane was yellow. His cutie mark was a vial of some unknown chemical.

"Oh would you look at that. The show is about to start." The doctor said quickly returning his attention to the stage. Twilight did so as well but wondered what the stallion was going to say; the pony on stage then cleared his throat and began to speak.

" Greetings everypony. My name is Prof. Stables, I'm am the head of the scientific and historic community that studies the subject of pony origins. Today, we are happy to announce that we have uncovered a great deal since our research began several decades ago. And today, we are going to show you what we found, please take note-"

Suddenly near everypony in the theater took out a notepad, notebook and a writing utensil. They are leaned forward waiting for his next word.

"Eh metaphorically speaking of course. So without further ado, heres what we have discovered about our possible origins."

The curtains opened up to reveal a projection screen. The screen came alive with several images of strange devices appeared, some of them resembling watches but oversized.

A bunch of oo's and ah's could be heard though out the theater. Then it switched to an image of some suit; it was blue and with yellow stripes at the edges. On the back was the number thirteen.

"For as long as we have existed, ponies and non-ponies alike have always wondered begged the question. Where did we come from? How did we evolve from a primal animal state to the modern civilized pony of today? And finally, who created us?" The projection screen then switched to show a image of the planet. "Well everypony, I like to think we may found the answer to who created us.

The image switched and the audience gasped. On screen was a tall bipedal pale skinned being. It wasn't very detailed but one could make out the hands and feet and the face. Prof. Stables went backstage for a min, he came back holding a small box.

"For the past decades, we believed in a possible theory. That a species not from this planet, came here and planted the seeds of life here." The screen then switched to one showing a DNA strand. "Whether or not this was intentional, we have firm evidence that an advanced race had visited this world. For what reason we cannot yet determine but nevertheless, we believe that we are the result of their arrival."

He then removed the tape from the box, and lifted out with his magic an object that caused everypony in the audience to stare in awe or from shock. "And here is the proof of their exodus."

Twilight eyes widen as the good professor showed them the device. It was large and round and it bore a large screen on one side, with a series of buttons and dials located next it. It resembled an oversized watch. " This was dug up at a dig site in Zebrica, the technology is obviously above any current race and it's design is uncanny. Unable to determine it's origin, we struggled to figure out what it was for and how it works."

He then turned to the audience. "Do we have a volunteer?"

Immediately a series of hooves, claws and other appendages shot up into the air. Twilight could swear that near everypony must want to volunteer. Prof. Stables looked around while tapping his chin with his hoof until he finally found who he was looking for.

"How about you miss?" He pointed directly at Twilight Sparkle, catching her by surprised.

She looked around a bit to see if he wasn't confused. " Me?"

The professor smiled. "Yes you, come on up here."

Twilight nodded and came up on stage. She was initially nervous, but she got over it as she saw the device before her very eyes.

Prof. Stables trotted up to her. "Please hold out your hoof."

Twilight did as she was instructed and held out her right hoof. The Professor slid the device on to her hoof and adjusted it to make sure it fit. "All right, now I'm going to power it up with some magic to get it going."

The Professor aimed his horn at the device and shot out a small burst of controlled magic. The device was immediately covered in it's glow but it quickly dissipated. The audience waited and were leaning on their seats wanting to see what would happen next.

Nothing. Nothing happened. The Professor gave a small sigh and shook his head. "Oh no. I thought for sure that would be enough."

He turned towards the audience with a gloomy look on his face. "Ladies and gentlecolts, I'm am so sorry to say that we are having technical difficulties. And furthermore-"

Everypony in the theater didn't take the news well. They immediately got up and began to shout. Others in his defense and most against him, calling him and his evidence a fraud.

"Please, please calm down everypony! I'll figure something out, I promise." This did nothing to soothe but only anger the audience more. Right as the professor was about to call security, Twilight stepped forward.

"Everypony listen up!!" Suddenly everypony stopped and turned to face her. "Fighting is not gonna solve this problem and getting angry isn't helping anything."

The angry audience began to murmur and talk amongst themselves, eventually nodding their heads in agreement. Twilight then turned to the professor who was cowering behind a podium. "Now Prof. Stables. Can you tell what went wrong?"

He slowly got up and adjusted his outfit. "We never actually got the device to fully work. Every now and then it would show signs of life but only for a minute. We discovered that it runs on it's power from a small chip or tiny device located inside."

He pointed at it with his hoof. " Simply put, the device has run out of power and it requires a large amount of energy to start it again. A spark if you will."

Twilight looked at the device and nodded. "I can do just that."

She then closed her eyes and focused her magic, channeling it though her horn and to the device. It was enveloped in her purple glow and began to hum as she fuel it. Right when she could give no more, she dropped to the floor and panted. The audience kept their eyes glued on to the scene before them. Right as Twilight stood up, her ears perked up at the sound of . . . music?

She opened her eyes she stop and stared. The screen on the device showed a number of displays and on it were the words 'track 1 playing'. 'It's like a miniature music player!

She began to fiddle with the device and as she studied it, she found the name of said device. "The PIP-Boy 3000. Thats an odd name?"

The one time angry audience had suddenly begun to applaud. The tune was not only catchy but the device actually works, and they wish to see what else it could do. Prof. Stables stood there stunned but soon regained his composure and trotted up to Twilight who was happily fiddling with the device.

"Excuse me Miss-"

"Sparkle. Twilight Sparkle." She said with a smile. The professors jaw dropped.

"As in Twilight Sparkle? Personnel student to Princess Celestia?" He asked, Twilight nodded. " Well no wonder you were able to figure out the device so quickly. Please-"

He grabbed on to her hoof. "You must join me and my group in our research! You can help us greatly and help us study a lot of the tech that we have found and speed ahead our understanding of this ancient species!"

Twilight blushed but pushed the professors hooves away. "As much as I love to, I'm don't know if I can. I have matters to attend to in Ponyville and plus I have friends to spend time with. I could look at what you found in my spare time though."

The professor gave a sign but smiled. "Well while it's sad that you can't give your full attention at least take some of tech back with you to study if you please?"

Twilight nodded. " I won't let you down.

She shook the professors hoof as the audience continued to applaud, at the same time photographers were taken pictures of momentous occasion. The duo looked towards the audience and smiled for the cameras.

'I can't believe all this, this just keeps getting better and better that nothing can ruin this!' Twilight would soon regret her thoughts of that day many weeks later.

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"Okay. I guess the trip wasn't a totally boring." Spike said as he came in the door of the library with Twilight trotting close behind, carrying in her saddle bags important cargo. "So what cool gadgets did they give you huh?"

Twilight gave a sign. "They're not just gadgets but great ancient technology. And it's not mine to keep but to study.

She levitated the two objects of importance and held them in the air. One was the wrist device from earlier that day and the other was new one. It had a handle on end and series of lights all around it, as well as scratches and dust marks.

"What does that one do?" Asked the little dragon as he went to the kitchen to retrieve a bucket of Ice cream.
He was starving.

"I don't know Spike? It appears to have no function but I sense it has a deeper purpose." As Twilight slid on the pip-boy, she began to prod and study the other device for any distinguishable features. 'Maybe it requires a burst of energy too. It worked on the pip-boy.'

She lowered her horn and shot out a good burst of magic at it. It appeared to glow all sorts of colors, a loud hum began to emanate from it. 'Is it working!?'

Right as she gave one final jolt of magic the device fell to the floor with a thud. Silence followed as Twilight stared in disbelief. Spike had been watching from a corner and eating ice cream. "Well that was bust. I'm going to bed Twilight."

Twilight continued prodding at the machine in utter distraught as her assistant walked away. "I don't get it? Why won't you work?"

She lifted the device and with her magic pressed the button on the handle. "I know you do something and I won't rest until I figure out what it is. I will read you like a bo-"

She was caught off as a loud hum emanated from the device. And in an instant before Twilight could make another move, she was enveloped in a green light and vanished. Where she once stood were now scorch marks, with the other thing left behind was the device itself.

"Twilight! I accidentally spilled some ice cream on your bed sheets." Said Spike as he came down the stairs in a hurry. "Wheres the- . . . Twilight?"

He looked around for her but she was nowhere to be seen. "Twilight? Twilight where are you?"

Author's Note

Author's Notes: will go here. I feel as if this chapter was a bit rushed, let me know what you think in the comments. Critism is welcomed. And I will try to make this story as close as I can to fallout canon as I can.
EDIT: I revised the story because in the time I've spent away from my fic I have somewhat become a better writer. I re-read my story and decided to make some changes. I hope that the story is still to your liking.