Chpt.1: Stranger From Afar

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Golden Oak Library, Ponyville...

It was another day in the land of Equestria. The sun was shining brightly as everypony was managing their daily chores. In the Golden Oak Library of Ponyville, the young Twilight Sparkle and her young dragon assistant Spike were getting ready for the day.

Twilight was a lavender-purple unicorn. Her long mane was about the same shade in color with a pink stripe running horizontally through her hair-like mane growing over her forehead in a trimmed look and running down her neck the same way. Her tail was done pretty much the same way in color and kept in the same style. Her eyes were more of a dark purplish-indigo color, and her cutie mark, the natural marking all ponies have on their flanks, resembled a large red star surrounded by multiple white sparkles.

Spike was a lavender-purple baby dragon about half Twilight's size. He had light green spikes starting from his head ending at the back of his head.

As Twilight finished placing the last few books onto her shelves with Spike's help, she glanced out the window with a smile on her face. Just yesterday, she received a new assignment from her mentor, Princess Celestia, to continue studying the magic of friendship in Ponyville and report back her findings. Twilight promises to study harder than ever, much to the delight of her new friends and the citizens of Ponyville.

"Oh Spike. I'm so excited!" Twilight said gleefully, "I can't wait to start the day and learn everything there is about friendship."

Spike smirked and raised a brow, "Says the pony that was so disinterested in it before we came here."

"Hey. Come on, Spike. I didn't know better. But now that I'm here, I can experience it firsthand." Twilight gleamed, "And I can't wait to tell Princess Celestia about all of it."

Spike smiled, "Calm down, Twilight. It's only morning and there is so much to see here in Ponyville."

"I agree." Twilight nodded, "Come on, Spike. Let's head downtown and-..."

"Uh...Twilight?" Spike asked, confused by Twilight's sudden silence.

Before Twilight could answer, she and Spike heard what sounds like a large crowd gathering outside. Curious, the two wasted no time to run out of the library and see what was going on. Every single pony in Ponyville, was staring in the distance. Before Twilight could ask anypony what they were looking at, she saw it. A massive dragon was flying this direction towards Ponyville.

As the dragon flew closer, most of the ponies panicked and galloped straight back into their houses. Twilight and Spike, on the other hand, stayed put and watched as the dragon flew by. It was a purple-colored dragon wielding a golden staff with a violet gem. It was also wearing a necklace with a similar crystal on it. As it flew by Ponyville, Twilight and Spike felt a powerful shockwave hit them. Watching the dragon flying away, she noticed the dragon was heading towards Canterlot, Equestria's capital, before finally vanishing into the city.

"What was that...?" Spike wondered.

"Twilight! Spike!"

The purple unicorn looked behind her and saw her friends galloping and flying over: Applejack, Fluttershy, Rarity, Pinkie Pie, and Rainbow Dash.

Applejack was a passionate orange-colored Earth pony wearing a cowboy hat, with a blonde mane and tail, green eyes, and a cutie mark with three apples.

Fluttershy was a timid cream-colored pegasus with a pink mane and tail, turquoise eyes, along with a cutie mark of three butterflies.

Rarity was a gorgeous grey-colored unicorn, with curled lavender mane and tail, blue eyes, and a cutie mark of three diamonds.

Pinkie Pie was hyperactive pink-colored Earth pony with dark-pinkish puffed-up mane and tail, cyan eyes, and a cutie mark of three party balloons.

Finally, Rainbow Dash was a headstrong blue pegasus with a rainbow mane and tail, magenta eyes, and a cutie mark of a cloud with a rainbow thunderbolt.

"You saw that, didn't ya Twilight?" Applejack asked.

"Yes. And that dragon just landed in Canterlot."

"What is a dragon of that size doing in Canterlot?" Rainbow Dash wondered.

"Maybe it wanted to party with Princess Celestia and the ponies there and have some fun~?" Pinkie Pie said blissfully.

"Don't be absurd, Pinkie Pie. Why would one of those barbaric flying reptiles want to party?" Rarity muttered.

"Rarity..." Spike tearfully mumbled.

"Oh dear. I'm so sorry Spike. I meant no offense."

"Twilight." Fluttershy whispered nervously. "You don't think it wants to attack the city, do you?"

"I don't think so..." Twilight said looking towards Canterlot, "If it was, we should be seeing smoke coming out of the city by now. Besides, Princess Celestia would have fought back. Also...I didn't feel anything ominous about that dragon when it flew by."

"Well, if that dragon ain't attackin' Canterlot, then what's it doin' there?" Applejack asked.

"I wonder..."

As Twilight began to ponder, Spike suddenly belched out a letter, "Twilight. It's from Princess Celestia."

"Read it!"

The little dragon opened the letter and read,

My faithful student, Twilight Sparkle,

You may have noticed the enormous dragon that flew to Canterlot. I can assure you, there is nothing to worry about as the city is safe and unharmed. However, the dragon's presence in Canterlot is the main reason why I write to you. You and Spike must return to my castle immediately, for I have a very important assignment for you. It concerns about all of the dragons in Equestria and may very well may be imperative about the future of Equestria itself. Be safe on your trip here. I will be expecting you at noon.

Your teacher, Princess Celestia

"Oh dear." Rarity muttered, "It sounds dreadfully urgent."

"She said it concerns all of the dragons in Equestria." Applejack recited, "That sounds a bit more than just 'dreadfully urgent,' Rarity."

"An important assignment, regarding that dragon we saw." Fluttershy said nervously, "Oh...I have a really bad feeling about this."

"Ah, don't be so scared." Rainbow Dash grinned, "It can't be that serious, can it?"

"You know as well as I do Rainbow Dash, when Princess Celestia said something was important then it is IMPORTANT." Twilight let out a serious demeanor, "I must start packing immediately! If this matter is so urgent, then I must depart immediately."

As she turned towards the Golden Oak Library, Pinkie Pie leaped beside her, "Do you wanna take some treats with you? Blueberry? Almond? Or perhaps, Dark Chocolate and Avocado?"

"Thanks, Pinkie Pie." Twilight said, "But I should be back before sundown so I won't be needing too much stuff. Spike, grab a notebook and a quill and my book of spells. We're going to need it."

"Right."

Later, at Canterlot Castle...

In the middle of the day, Twilight and Spike finally arrived at Princess Celestia's castle. Escorted by a castle guard, Spike began looking around and glancing in bewilderment. Something is unnerving him and Twilight noticed her assistant's awkward behavior as she raised a brow.

"Ah...Spike. Is everything okay?"

"Don't you feel that, Twilight?"

"Feel what?"

"The air...Or rather, I don't know..." Spike mumbled, trying to find the right words, "It feels as though there is some kind of energy hanging around here. Ever since we arrived to Canterlot, I've been getting this weird, tingly feeling. It felt like the same kind of energy when that huge dragon flew over Ponyville. It's almost as if..."

"Hmm..." Twilight murmured, "I did felt something back then...Now that you mentioned it, here in Canterlot, it feels even stronger..."

"I know, right?" Spike nodded, "And the mood of the energy is constantly changing."

"The mood?"

"Yeah. Don't you feel different every now and then?"

"Mmm...well..." Twilight pondered, "For a brief moment, I feel anxious then I feel happy, then anxious again, and then...lonely..."

"Yeeaah...I've been feeling the same thing. It's almost as if this strange energy is affecting our emotions or something like that." Spike thought, "Do you think it was because of that big dragon earlier today."

"Maybe. But whatever is giving off this energy, it's definitely coming from this castle." Twilight perceived, "I hope Princess Celestia can answer that."

Finally, Twilight and Spike made it to the throne room, where Princess Celestia was waiting for them.

"Princess Celestia." Twilight smiled as she and Spike approached the alicorn princess.

"Welcome back, Twilight." Celestia said, "I am sorry to pull you away from Ponyville so suddenly but this matter I mean to discuss is crucial."

"I understand. You told me that this concerns the dragons in Equestria. How so?"

"Just a few days ago, we have made a very interesting discovery in the Dragonlands. One of the teenage dragons there possesses powerful magic."

...

"No way!" Spike's eyes widened.

"What?!" Twilight exclaimed in surprise, "How are dragons able to wield magic? According to my studies, the dragons are all massive fire-breathing creatures that uses their size and physical power as their only advantage. There has been no record of any dragon being able to wield magic."

"Apparently, there is now." Princess Celestia said, much to Twilight and Spike's surprise, "I would like you to meet someone. Enter!"

Twilight and Spike gazed at the door and was shocked to see the same purple dragon from before enter. Seeing him closer, it was obvious that he was fairly old with a grey beard, using the staff as a walking assistance while standing on his hind legs. As he approaches, the old dragon smiled warmly and bowed.

"Twilight, Spike. Allow me to introduce you to Dareon, Grand Elder of the Dragons." The alicorn princess gestured, "Master Dareon, this is my protégé, Twilight Sparkle, and her companion, Spike."

"Blessings of the Ancestors be upon you." Dareon greeted with a grizzled tone, "It is a true honor to meet the best student of Princess Celestia as well as a youngling of my kin."

"Hi." Spike smiled, pleased to see another one of his kind.

"Hello, it's a pleasure to meet you Master Dareon." Twilight replied in relief.

"Likewise. Now, I believe you wish to know why I am here. Allow me to explain." The old dragon explained, "As Princess Celestia has already told you, we have discovered a young dragon that can wield magic. His name is Daelyn. As a hatchling, his powers became quite evident but it wasn't that major. However, as Daelyn grew older, his connection to magic grew stronger as well. I took him under my wing and tutored him so he can remain clear of the other dragons' eyes. But, without any knowledge about magic, he is unable to control it or harness its true potential. Though I am an elder among my kin and have lived a great many years, I hold no magical talent and I most certainly don't have the wisdom of using it properly."

"Which brings us to the matter at hand..." Princess Celestia said, "Twilight, Daelyn's uncontrolled magical powers has become a problem for the other dragons. Thus, I have accepted Grand Elder Dareon's proposal to allow his apprentice Daelyn to stay here in Equestria so we can help him master his newfound powers. He is currently here in Canterlot right now so I would like you to meet him soon."

"He's here? In Canterlot?!" Spike jumped in surprise, "That's awesome! I can't wait to meet another dragon who's going to be living here."

"Wait a minute?" Twilight raised a brow, "Princess, even if you and Master Dareon say that he is here to learn, who's going to be teaching him how to master magic? You still have your responsibilities as a princess and Princess Luna is still recovering. So, who will teach him?"

...

An awkward silence filled the air as the Dragon Elder and Alicorn Princess stared at Twilight. It didn't take long for the purple unicorn to realize where this was going, "You...can't be serious...?"

...

Another moment of awkward silence confirmed Twilight's suspicion, "Princess Celestia! I'm still technically a student learning under you! I can't teach someone else magic! I'm not ready!"

"I wouldn't have chosen you if I didn't find you worthy. Also, I believe having Daelyn living with you and the others in Ponyville will be an extraordinary experience for all of you in the future." Princess Celestia explained, "I gave you an earlier assignment to learn everything there is about friendship. Now, while you train Daelyn in magic, I want you to learn about friendship with him."

"Learn with him?"

"Consider this, Miss Sparkles." Dareon said, "Daelyn is the only one among his kind to hold this power. Most of the dragons fear him or sees him as an outsider. Though he finds comfort within my company, he will eventually have to live among other dragons on his own. But at this rate, he will be mentally isolated and it can severely affect his grip over his powers. It is putting an uneasy strain on him. As such, I wish that he can learn to be a true dragon while knowing the feeling of living among those who can share his feelings."

Twilight comprehends where Dareon is going, "He needs friends..."

Dareon and Princess Celestia nodded.

Twilight pondered it for a brief moment. This a huge endeavor. She has to teach someone how to use magic, a dragon on top of all of that. As crazy as it all sounds, Twilight recalls what Dareon just said about Daelyn. This was something she cannot simply say no. If she refuses to help him cope with his magic, that would every purpose for a pony who wish to make good friends.

With a determined look, Twilight spoke, "I'll do it. I'll train Daelyn."

Immediately, a big smile appeared on Dareon's face, "Thank you, Miss Sparkles! You have no idea how much I am grateful for this!"

"D-Don't worry." Twilight said nervously before regaining her composure, "I'll do everything I can to help make Daelyn the best as he can. I won't let you all down."

"Now then," Princess Celestia said, "I think it's time we introduce Twilight to her new stu-"

"Your Highness!" A royal guard suddenly barged into the throne room in a panic, "We got trouble. The young dragon, Master Dareon brought with him, has...has...He's left Canterlot!"

"What's that?" Princess Celestia exclaimed in shock.

"That...blasted little runt!" Dareon palmed his face in embarrassment, "He never stays still!"

"Were you able to find out where he went?"

"Yes, Your Highness. We saw him fly off. He appears to be heading for...Ponyville."

"Ponyville?!" That wasn't good news and Twilight knew it. Other than Spike, all dragons, in general, were seen as aggressive primitive monsters and having a young one running around in Ponyville can cause a panic and it spells disaster, "Come on, Spike! We need head back to Ponyville before everypony gets any funny ideas about our new neighbor!"

"Right behind you!"

And with that, Twilight and Spike darted out of the throne room and heads for a carriage to take them back to Ponyville. Meanwhile, back with Dareon and Princess Celestia, the two watched as the purple unicorn and her dragon companion departs.

"She is every bit as determined as you say. Miss Sparkles and Daelyn will get along nicely." Dareon grinned.

"I hope so." Princess Celestia said, glancing out of the window, watching her student and her companion depart, "I can only hope that the other ponies will accept Daelyn. Many ponies in Equestria doesn't see dragons in a good light."

"Fear not, Princess." Dareon reassured, "If anything, Daelyn is versatile and can adapt to changes, slow and fast. And with your bright young student helping him, I am certain he will do fine."

Princess Celestia nodded as she and the Dragon Elder glanced out the window, hoping for a bright future for both of their realms.

Meanwhile, back in Ponyville...

At the very top of the town hall, a certain dragon was scaling the town. Glancing at the ponies below, he can see the timber-framed cottages with distinct thatched roofs and overhanging upper floors, a schoolhouse, a train station, a clock tower, theater, and marketplace. He also sees the more commercial infrastructures including the Sweet Apple Acres, the Sugarcube Corner, a day spa, a boutique, and a house shaped like a tree.

With a grin on his face, Daelyn was ready to explore his new home, "Today is the day."

To be continued…

Next Time:

Chpt.2 - Enter the Dragon

Twilight and Spike returns to Ponyville to ensure that the young dragon, Daelyn, doesn't cause any trouble. Meanwhile, Applejack, Fluttershy, Rarity, Pinkie Pie, and Rainbow Dash are experiencing some strange events happening all over Ponyville and are determined to to know what's behind it all. Will Twilight succeed in preventing something serious from happening in Ponyville...?

Here are lists of characters that are introduced so far:

Dragons

Daelyn - Voiced by Brina Palencia

Grand Elder Dareon - Voiced by James Earl Jones

Spike

Ponies

Twilight Sparkle

Applejack

Fluttershy

Rarity

Pinkie Pie

Rainbow Dash

Princess Celestia

Author's Note

Hello everyone, Seraphias here. I am proud to be a MLP fan! I never liked the other two MLP series but the FiM series changed my view completely. The only thing I didn't like about the series was their way of portraying dragons as simple-minded jerks. Still, I've always loved dragons. Anyway, I hope you enjoy this first chapter.

And as always, review for anything including holes & errors, as well as possible improvements. Also, I welcome new ideas anytime. It will inspire me and prevent writer's block from happening so don't be afraid to share! See ya!