Beginnings of the Race Swapper

Well, it’s a new day, and I felt bad about snapping at my mother, so I decided to try and make breakfast, which didn’t go too well, so we ended up just having toast this morning. While eating, I noticed I could hear some faint voices from a place I couldn’t see. It was like they were far away and right on top of me, didn’t tell my parents though, no more worries yet. Oh yeah, I didn’t think about it, but a school play is going to happen soon, so I figured I’d try out for a part. Don’t know what part, but a part nonetheless.

While walking to school, I met up with Gene and told her about last night, which got her thinking, but she wouldn’t tell me what she was thinking about. Once we got to school, there wasn’t any classes, just tryouts for the play. So, I head around and signed up. After watching for a while, it was my turn, a lot of the colts and fillies that went before me were pretty good, so I didn’t have my hopes up. Before I went up, Gene decided to give me some encouragement.

“Don’t worry about what anypony else thinks Hex, just have fun with it and you’ll do great!” I nod to her in thanks, then head to the stage.

“First off, would you try acting as a knight?” The judge asked, to which I nod. I focus for a moment then start.

“I am sir Hexan, knight of the round table, and I hereby challange you to a duel.” At that I hold my hoof like I have a sword, then continue, “En guard!” At which point I start simulating a sword battle, both hitting the invisible opponent, and taking hits myself, before collapsing after a ‘Deadly’ strike to the chest, where I start coughing. “Cough cough...Uh, I don’t believe it. I’m one of the most skilled knights in the land, yet you have bested me. Please...coughs...take my sword and use it with honor!” At which point I fake faint.

Then I open my eyes and look to the judges, who are talking to each other, after a bit they turn to me.

“Well kid, that was some great acting, but what was the green glow about?” I look at him confused.

“Green glow?” She nods.

“Bits of your mane became green, your eyes were becoming it, and I also noticed your wings glowing green too. Also, a pair of actors masks were coming out of your cutie mark. Is that normal for you kid?” I shake my head.

“Not really, though similar things have been happening recently.”

“Well anyway, you have the part, if you want it.” I think for a moment, then nod.

“Sure, could be fun, mind if I go now?” She nods and I head off.