Equestrian/Griffon War: Season 1 Episode 3by BlackFeatherChaptersProlougeChapter 1Chapter 2Next TimeProlougeEquestrian/Griffon War Episode 3 Prologue Equestrian/Griffon War: Day 129 The infirmary was over piled. Some of the knights had to stay outside for the over occupancy. Though some of the less injured ones gave up their seats or beds to the more critical so they could be treated. Black Feather stood leaning against a wall in the end of the hall. Black Feather wasn’t aware that this enemy commander commanded Ravagers. Three scout teams, one patrol unit and two squads were attacked and defeated by them. Black Feather was with the last squad to fight them. He came prepared but the brutal ways that the Ravagers fought cost his men to lose moral. “‘sigh’ I should have been more prepared” Black Feather said to no one unparticular. “Black Feather, can I bandage your leg” said a quiet voice. Black Feather turned to see Flutter Shy standing there with a roll of bandage. “Oh, I’m sure I’m fine some of the men need it more than me” “Maybe but you still need to take care of yourself to, not just the men you lead” Flutter Shy said. “She’s right sir” Black Feather turned to see one of his men he led in the last fight walking up to him with crutches. “If you are hurt than we can’t look to you to properly lead us in the fights in the future. You give us inspiration General, right guys” the knight said to some other soldiers near them. “Yeah” “you got that right” some of the other minor wounded soldiers said. But a more critical wounded knight was near and said to Black Feather. “take care of yourself first while we are safe at home sir. Worry about us in the field, it’s our job to worry about you here at home” the knight was laying on a stretcher with a sword stab in his side and left thigh. Black Feather than nodded to his men than to Flutter Shy and sat down so she can bandage his leg that took an arrow while saving a knight from a Ravager about to finish him off. “General sir” Black Feather looked up to see Burst entering the hospital. “What’s up Burst” “Princess Twilight has asked to see you and Council Women Shy immediately” Burst said. Black Feather looked at Flutter Shy and she nodded. She helped him to his feet and they left with Burst in tow. “we may have had them outnumbered but we were definitely out matched” Glass Horn said. He was in the map room with the rest of the girls giving a report on how the fight went. “The way they fought was not of any type of Griffon style we have ever seen” Glass Horn said. “That’s because they are not Griffons” Black Feather said as he and Flutter Shy entered the map room. Black Feather stood next to Glass Horn and Flutter Shy took her seat. “What do you mean Black Feather” Twilight asked. “east of the Griffon Empire were more flying races that the Empire either invaded or subjugated them into the empire overtime. The Ravagers are from the Hawk Hoards. A more barbarian group of people, now more than ever. They were one of the first to be taken over by the Empire. They now serve only as fighters for the Legionnaire army” Black Feather said. “so that’s why their fighting style was different” Twilight said. “Yes, they love to fight. They even monger and worship it” half the people in the room shook. “so, what do we do” Twilight asked. “we need help, help from someone that is even less traditional then us and won’t mind getting dirty” Black Feather said. Twilight thought for a minute. There were several races that would help but they wouldn’t want to enter a war with the second largest kingdom in Equis. Only an internal race could be able to help since Equestria is already at war with the Griffons. “there are many other races, but they won’t risk war with the Griffons. In fact, some of them have treaties and diplomatic relations with them” Twilight said. “there has to be someone. Maybe another race that lives in Equestria” Black Feather said. “There are some but not a lot, the Buffalo Tribes near Appleloosa, the Zebra Colony in the west. No, the only one close and strong enough to help are the Diamond Dogs of Dimondia” Twilight said. “oh no not those ruffians” Rarity said. “Great let’s meet them than” Black Feather said. “It won’t be that easy, they have a colony near Ponyville but they all live underground searching for gems. We trade gems from our mines with theirs often but that is the only relation we have with them” Twilight said. “Also, not to mention that they kidnapped Rarity one time and now they are totally afraid of her” Rainbow Dash said. “We can’t make them join through fear or with a display of power. Fear won’t make them fight as well and a show of power won’t work, we would be at war on two fronts” Twilight said. “It is worth a try to ask them to aid us though” Apple Jack said. “yeah you right. Black Feather, Glass Horn call the Flugels and prepare for trip into the Diamond Dogs Diamond Colony” Twilight ordered. “Right” Black Feather and Glass Horn said. They then left to prepare for negotiations with the Diamond Dogs. Chapter 1Chapter 1 Rover smiled at the quantity of the gems being brought in by the miners. Ever since the south wall collapsed and a huge gem deposit was found they have been hard at work. The Dimond Dogs had been heavily affected by the Transformation, their stocky body structure was now thin and leaner than before and work was extra hard without their claws and fast reflexes. The Dimond Dogs were still strong and had great vision in the dark thanks to years underground, but tired more easily and production went down hard the first two years after turning into this new form. Rover had a brown shirt with a red unbuttoned button up shirt on. He liked the style as he had worn it for a while. He also wore very dirty jeans and work boots. His fur was now only on his head in a big mass was still dark brown but it was colder since the fur wasn’t on his entire body anymore. Rover held a clipboard and wrote down the quantity of the cart being rolled in on the papers. This discovery was going to increase his profits with the ponies of Ponyville. Fido had gone into the new excavated part of the mine to get a size count and get timetables on how long it would take to empty it. Before he knew it Spot came running up towards him wearing similar cloths except for a black unbuttoned shirt. Upon hearing Spots Voice Rover could tell he feared something. “Rover we need to hide” Spot said. confused Rover asked. “Why, whats going on” Rover started but then eyes widened as he saw a familiar face come into view. “oh no not the whiney one” Rover said as he saw Rarity. “THE WHINEY ONE” nearly three dozen Dimond Dogs yelled at once and scrambled to find either a hiding spot or something to cover their ears. “Goodness what is that horrid stench, don’t you mutts ever bath. Look at the state of this place it is disgusting, you need to clean more. Oh, my there is dirt everywhere don’t you know whats foot mats or carpets are” Rarity began fusing at the state of the mine. “Rarity calm down” Twilight said. “Rover, where are you” Twilight asked. “here, just shut her up” rover said getting up from behind a cart full of gems. Rover walked up to Twilight with some confusion and anger. “our agreement was that she was not allowed to come here, and our trade day isn’t for another month” rover said. “Were not here about the trade day right now. Obviously, you heard of the Griffon war going on right now correct” Twilight asked Rover to witch he nodded several times. “well we are in a predicament and we could use your help fighting them” Twilight told Rover. Rover looked shocked. He had somewhat some respect for Twilight and he knew she would never asked others to put themselves in harm’s way unless she had no choice. “I will send a message to Dimondia and speak with the other leaders of this colony. If we are to fight, we that are here right now won’t be enough. There is a room we have made and kept clean for visits such as this. You are free to use it” Rover said. “Guard show them to the room, Spot go get Fido” Rover said as he turned around and left. The guard had escorted the mane six, spike, Black Feather, Dusk Shine, and Bubble berry into the room prepared for foreign delegates. Rarity seeing the room gave a sigh of relief and said. “well at least these ruffians have set up something considerable correct for once” Black feather hearing this raised an eyebrow and proceeded to ask. “You know these Diamond Dogs personally” “Yes darling, they kidnapped me once before as we told you on the way, but they were so dirty and smelly that my complaining ended up making them go mad for the hour or so I was here. Even still this room doesn’t fit any kind of acceptable living conditions” “What do you mean this room is amazing” Black Feather said praising how colorful and comfortable the room looked to his. “This place in general is a pig sty. I would never want to live in a room so dirty and disastrous. I don’t even understand how you can say this room is nice” Rarity finished with a question. “Well, maybe because Eagle living quarters in the Empire are seventeen times worse than this whole cave” Black Feather said with some emotion. Hearing the condition Black Feather claimed Eagles lived in Rarity stopped talking and just listened. “In courier training we were given a long rundown building with no air, a lot of dust and mold, no light, and not even a restroom. To do business we had to go outside and either use a bush or hope that no Griffons were at the barracks toilets. Civilians had it worse still. Living in wharf's, tents, or even the mines that they worked in. to put it bluntly, to an Eagle this place is luxurious” Black Feather finished. “Oh, darling I am so sorry, I didn’t even think about that” Rarity said. Black Feather just shook his head and said. “Don’t worry about it, you wouldn’t have known” “But I should have. The way your eyes light up when I gave you that handmade blanket I made for your welcome should have told me you were surprised” “Not to mention the look of shock when we showed you your room” Pinkie added. “Or the fact that the next day we had to splash water on your face to wake you up because you were sleeping so well” Rainbow Dash said. “Well anyway, I don’t mind it Rarity, you didn’t know” Black Feather said. Spot had gathered Fido and the other leaders of Diamond Colony and met Rover at the overseer’s room. They had been discussing the reason that Twilight and her friends came to them. “We cannot go to war. we are miners, not warriors” Said one of the leaders. “But if we don’t help defend our country then the Griffons will take all of the gems that we thrive on to survive. The capitol and all colonies would have to move” Said the second leader. “maybe so but can we achieve. To the ponies we are just ruffians and to the Whiny One disgusting and useless” said the third. “Who cares what one pony says about us. Sure, she is annoying as Tartarus but look at us. Diamond Dogs who know the land beneath the surface better than anyone. We can build tunnels faster that a Dragon can blow fire, better than any pony miner, and sturdier than any Minotaur can stand. We are legends in Equestria, we are feared for our roars, our resolve, and our dedication to a cause that serves our intentions. These Griffons would not be able to stand a chance if they set foot inside this colony. Every Dog would pick up a spear, sword, pick ax, or even some rock and smash heads with it. We can do anything in this world if we set our minds to it” Rover finished. His voice left a very determined and commanding tone threw the air. Some of the Dogs present started to agree but the first leader wouldn’t sway that easily. “Morons all of you, we would be slaughtered” “No we wouldn’t” Rover stated. “The Eagle that came with the ponies. He was member of the Rebellion in the Empire. He has fought them, and we would be the fourth race to enter this war and the third in the Equestrian forces. WE. CAN. WIN.” Rover triumphantly shouted. All the Dogs minus the first leader cheered as they to believed that with the Rebellion going on they stood a pretty good chance. “I will tell the Princess our decision” Rover then left to tell his visitors the news. Two hours earlier: Vector Brigade 1st camp, North of the Everfree Forest. Windger had finished congratulating his Ravagers in R2 for a successful attack of the Equestrian force that was lead into the forest earlier. The Hawks were always war hungry and patiently waited for their turn to fight Equestrian soldiers. Their desire for war was what made them an asset to the Empire and its plans. Windger entered his command tent and began setting up preparations for another strike to keep the Equestrians guessing where they were camped. And there was the matter of rescuing Squire Gael from captivity. He could have easily gotten another Squire but they were on short hand and Gael knew too much information to leave him in Twilights hands. Grogan had entered the tent, saluted and handed Windger a report. “Whats this” he asked his lieutenant. “Sir, these are the files we could get on the Diamond Dog colony near Ponyville sir” Gorgan stated. “Excellent” Windger said with a happy expression. “but sir, we also have reports that Princess twilight is going to meet with them, we think she will try to convince them to join in the war against us” Windger looked angry. He stormed out of the tent and went to a hill that was close by and looked down at Ponyville than a little to the right was the area where the supposed Colony was. A smirk came to Windgers face as he faced Gorgan. “We will see if these ‘Diamond Dogs’ will join the Princess after we show them the might of the Griffon Empire” Windger said to Gorgan “Get Assault squads 1 and 2 prepared for an attack on the underground colony” Girvan saluted and left to get said squads ready. Windger turned to face the view again. “Alright your highness, your turn” Chapter 2Chapter 2 Rover left the conference room and headed over to the visitor room that Twilight and company were staying. All but one of the leaders had agreed to help in the war. The Dimond Dogs were Equestrians in a way, and this was as much their country as it was the ponies. Making his way down the last mine shaft Rover ran into one of the lookouts from above. “Sir, urgent news” the lookout said with some worry. “What is it” “A griffon party is on its way” Rover widened his eyes. They didn’t do anything to attract the attention of the Griffons yet. But Twilight and the Whiney One had come here and that could have proven enough reason. “Get the guard ready no matter what they say do not let them into the colony until I great them outside” Rover said. “Yes Sir” the lookout said and left to return to his post. Rover then ran towards the visitor’s room to warn Princess Twilight of the impending danger. “-and he said owls who, I said yes they do” Pinkie was telling some jokes to pass the time. After her funny knock knock joke story telling the whole room laughed uncontrollably. “Oh, if only Burst were here he would be bursting with laughter” Bubble Berry said. That joke made Black Feather, Dusk and himself laugh ever so harder. Burst was, one, not a laughing guy and second his name works with that joke so well it has become a regular joke around the Flugels, much to Burst annoyance. Rover burst through the door and immediately called twilights name. “Princess Twilight, a griffon party is coming we don’t know what they are coming for but I thought that I should warn you” Rover said. As soon as the Griffons were mentioned Black Feather, Dusk and Berry were ready with weapons drawn. “We will hold them here as long as we can while you get out of here and back to Ponyville” Rover said. Right after Rover finished talking an explosion rumbled the whole mine. “Breached, the colony is breached” A Diamond Dog guard came running by. Several guards were now on their way to the breach to repel the new attackers from their home. “with all due respect Rover, we will stay and help you” Twilight said. “Then I accept and appreciate your help” Rover said before everyone left to head to the breach point. Before they even got there two Griffon Legionnaires were cleaning their weapons from the bodies of two Diamond Dog guards. Rover never stopped running and picked up a rock and smashed the first Legionnaire in the head, he did the same to the second one and continued forward. The group eventually made it to a ledge overseeing the colony entrance where the griffons had set up a small ‘base’ but the Diamond Dogs were grouping up and pushing the Legionnaires slowly back. “there’s no way that they got through this quickly” Rover said. Twilight got a hold of the situation and started to command her three men. “Black Feather, Dusk, Berry head down there and assist the Diamond Dogs to push the Griffons back” The three nodded and at the same time jumped off the ledge and into the colony buildings. Rover saw them move from one rooftop to the next and was astonished by the sight before him. Black Feather moved straight forward passing obstacles as they arouse. Dusk basically was parkouring over and on the obstacles in his was. Berry was using his swiftness to avoid objects until he reached the edge to the colony square. The three men jumped off the last rooftop and began assisting the Diamond Dogs advance. “Come on let’s get down there” Twilight said. The rest of the group followed to the square down the safer route. Gorgan was commanding the front of the troops while Windger was helping with the wounded and directing the Assault squads where to go. Gorgan had cut down about half a dozen Dogs in his way when he went to go for a seventh his sword collided with a purple one. He looked to the holder to see Black Feather General of Princess Twilight's army, and traitor to the Empire. When Black Feather collided swords with Gorgan he never thought he would see him again. Both Black Feather and Gorgan stared for a minute before the two were locked in a battle to control the center of the plaza. Around them soldiers began to stop fighting and looked at the two swordsmen move as it they were dancing with each other. Their movements were precise, their form amazing, their technique perfect. Those who were spectating watching this fight knew these two had dueled before. Nearly a few minutes of fighting before the two stopped and backed away painting from breathless lungs. “It can’t be you leading these Legions Gorgan, the strategies and plans are well to thought out, the way you commanded your Legion back during the Rebellion was terrible and easily out maneuverable.” Black Feather said. “You hurt me BF I thought you would give me more credit than that, I was the commanding officer during Prince Hain’s ambush” Gorgan said. Twilight and the remaining group arrived to see a big group surrounding two people. Twilight moved till she was in front between a Diamond Dog Guard and a Griffon Legionnaire both of whom moved to the side so she could get in. she saw Black Feather staring down an enemy officer and called to him. “Black Feather, stop him and push forward” Twilight said. “Yes Twilight” Black Feather called. “Since when do you obey orders” Gorgan asked. “It wasn’t an order, it is a favor” Black Feather continued his assault on Gorgan. He used similar moves when he fought Gabriel near the Great Plains but some of Gorgan’s moves were new to him to. Yet they fought each other non-the less. Windger had gotten the wounded either healed or evacuated out of the Colony. He then got his men together and went to reach the front where the fighting was. As he reached the front he saw soldiers from both sides standing there watching something. “soldier what is going on” Windger asked one of the Legionnaires standing by. “Colonel sir, lieutenant Gorgan is dueling the enemy General sir” the Legionnaire said. “Oh, this is a must see” Windger moved to the front and had eyes widened as he saw that the General wasn’t the Diamond Dogs leader but the Equestrian General Black Feather. Then an evil smile came to Windgers face as he stood and watched the rest of the duel. After a few more minutes of fighting both Gorgan and Black Feather fell to a knee out of exhaustion. Twilight and Flutter shy ran to Black Feathers aid while only one moved to Gorgan’s. Black Feather thought he was going to pass out until he heard a voice that he never thought he would hear again. “Well done Gorgan now rest up” Black Feather looked towards Gorgans position to see none other than Windger. Fear and anger had entered Black Feathers Eyes Twilight could see it. She looked over to see one Griffon but didn’t recognize him. But Black Feather did. “Well, well it is good to you still alive little Brother” Windger said. Nearly all the Equestrians gasped in shock or horror. “you are still alive, I thought you died during the assassination mission” Black Feather said. “No, of course not, you know I will do anything to survive” Windger said. “Yeah, so what was it” Black Feather said with venom. “Well it was either me or little Keaton and I obviously am still here” Windger said with an evil smile. Twilight knew what was going on. Windger was trying to get into Black Feathers head and he succeeded. “YOU BASTARD, he was our brother” Black Feather said. Twilight and Flutter shy gasped at that. Twilight knew his little brother was killed but she didn’t know why. “Yeah but I wanted to live, Gorgan recall the men we’re leaving” Windger said the last bit to his lieutenant. “Yes sir” Gorgan said. “Wait, we are not done here Windger” Black Feather said. “yes, we are little brother, but we will meet again and next time only one brother will be left alive” Windger said turned around to leave. “Windger” Black Feather yelled. After everything was cleaned up and the wounded were being taken care of. Twilight and company left and headed back to Ponyville. Black Feather had been distant but not everything was just bad news. The Diamond Dogs had agreed to join the war on Equestria’s side, and now they had more information on the enemy commander. “Black Feather are you ok” Black feather was spacing out and only came out of it when Flutter shy asked him. “Yeah, I’m fine. I just didn’t expect to see him again is all” Black feather said. “well then we still have a lot of preparations to finish, so you have enough to keep you mind busy” Rainbow Dash said. “I have decided that we will need better trained teams than just Flugel Squad, what do you think Black Feather” Twilight asked. “instead of many different elite squads, let’s make Flugel squad a company instead” Black feather said. “What” “many more recruits will have heard of the Flugels who have conquered enemy numbers with so little they will want to live the legend itself. So, we will do that. Anyone who thinks they have potential will be able to go through rigorous training and several more of AJ’s workout sessions to become a Flugel” Black feather finished. “I like it” Applejack said. “I agree” Rarity announced. “Awesome” Rainbow Dash said. “Yeah let’s do it” Pinkie Pie and Bubble Berry cheered. “Yay” Flutter shy agreed. “Alright, Dusk can you handle this training” Twilight said. “with Black Feathers help no problem” Dusk answered. “Alright then let’s get started” twilight said. “YEAH” Next TimeNext Time on the Equestrian/Griffon War Celestia and Luna’s eyes widened at the sound of the griffons using magic on the battle field. It was impossible. Celestia held her blade to the griffon’s throat. “You will not use my people’s abilities against us any longer” Celestia said in the royal Cantor Lot voice. “Quick get him before he gets away” Apple Bloom said. Spike immediately gave chase. “Spike I’m scared” Sweetie Belle said in the Unicorns grasp One chance to finish the black market may end up in finishing a life.
ProlougeEquestrian/Griffon War Episode 3 Prologue Equestrian/Griffon War: Day 129 The infirmary was over piled. Some of the knights had to stay outside for the over occupancy. Though some of the less injured ones gave up their seats or beds to the more critical so they could be treated. Black Feather stood leaning against a wall in the end of the hall. Black Feather wasn’t aware that this enemy commander commanded Ravagers. Three scout teams, one patrol unit and two squads were attacked and defeated by them. Black Feather was with the last squad to fight them. He came prepared but the brutal ways that the Ravagers fought cost his men to lose moral. “‘sigh’ I should have been more prepared” Black Feather said to no one unparticular. “Black Feather, can I bandage your leg” said a quiet voice. Black Feather turned to see Flutter Shy standing there with a roll of bandage. “Oh, I’m sure I’m fine some of the men need it more than me” “Maybe but you still need to take care of yourself to, not just the men you lead” Flutter Shy said. “She’s right sir” Black Feather turned to see one of his men he led in the last fight walking up to him with crutches. “If you are hurt than we can’t look to you to properly lead us in the fights in the future. You give us inspiration General, right guys” the knight said to some other soldiers near them. “Yeah” “you got that right” some of the other minor wounded soldiers said. But a more critical wounded knight was near and said to Black Feather. “take care of yourself first while we are safe at home sir. Worry about us in the field, it’s our job to worry about you here at home” the knight was laying on a stretcher with a sword stab in his side and left thigh. Black Feather than nodded to his men than to Flutter Shy and sat down so she can bandage his leg that took an arrow while saving a knight from a Ravager about to finish him off. “General sir” Black Feather looked up to see Burst entering the hospital. “What’s up Burst” “Princess Twilight has asked to see you and Council Women Shy immediately” Burst said. Black Feather looked at Flutter Shy and she nodded. She helped him to his feet and they left with Burst in tow. “we may have had them outnumbered but we were definitely out matched” Glass Horn said. He was in the map room with the rest of the girls giving a report on how the fight went. “The way they fought was not of any type of Griffon style we have ever seen” Glass Horn said. “That’s because they are not Griffons” Black Feather said as he and Flutter Shy entered the map room. Black Feather stood next to Glass Horn and Flutter Shy took her seat. “What do you mean Black Feather” Twilight asked. “east of the Griffon Empire were more flying races that the Empire either invaded or subjugated them into the empire overtime. The Ravagers are from the Hawk Hoards. A more barbarian group of people, now more than ever. They were one of the first to be taken over by the Empire. They now serve only as fighters for the Legionnaire army” Black Feather said. “so that’s why their fighting style was different” Twilight said. “Yes, they love to fight. They even monger and worship it” half the people in the room shook. “so, what do we do” Twilight asked. “we need help, help from someone that is even less traditional then us and won’t mind getting dirty” Black Feather said. Twilight thought for a minute. There were several races that would help but they wouldn’t want to enter a war with the second largest kingdom in Equis. Only an internal race could be able to help since Equestria is already at war with the Griffons. “there are many other races, but they won’t risk war with the Griffons. In fact, some of them have treaties and diplomatic relations with them” Twilight said. “there has to be someone. Maybe another race that lives in Equestria” Black Feather said. “There are some but not a lot, the Buffalo Tribes near Appleloosa, the Zebra Colony in the west. No, the only one close and strong enough to help are the Diamond Dogs of Dimondia” Twilight said. “oh no not those ruffians” Rarity said. “Great let’s meet them than” Black Feather said. “It won’t be that easy, they have a colony near Ponyville but they all live underground searching for gems. We trade gems from our mines with theirs often but that is the only relation we have with them” Twilight said. “Also, not to mention that they kidnapped Rarity one time and now they are totally afraid of her” Rainbow Dash said. “We can’t make them join through fear or with a display of power. Fear won’t make them fight as well and a show of power won’t work, we would be at war on two fronts” Twilight said. “It is worth a try to ask them to aid us though” Apple Jack said. “yeah you right. Black Feather, Glass Horn call the Flugels and prepare for trip into the Diamond Dogs Diamond Colony” Twilight ordered. “Right” Black Feather and Glass Horn said. They then left to prepare for negotiations with the Diamond Dogs.
Chapter 1Chapter 1 Rover smiled at the quantity of the gems being brought in by the miners. Ever since the south wall collapsed and a huge gem deposit was found they have been hard at work. The Dimond Dogs had been heavily affected by the Transformation, their stocky body structure was now thin and leaner than before and work was extra hard without their claws and fast reflexes. The Dimond Dogs were still strong and had great vision in the dark thanks to years underground, but tired more easily and production went down hard the first two years after turning into this new form. Rover had a brown shirt with a red unbuttoned button up shirt on. He liked the style as he had worn it for a while. He also wore very dirty jeans and work boots. His fur was now only on his head in a big mass was still dark brown but it was colder since the fur wasn’t on his entire body anymore. Rover held a clipboard and wrote down the quantity of the cart being rolled in on the papers. This discovery was going to increase his profits with the ponies of Ponyville. Fido had gone into the new excavated part of the mine to get a size count and get timetables on how long it would take to empty it. Before he knew it Spot came running up towards him wearing similar cloths except for a black unbuttoned shirt. Upon hearing Spots Voice Rover could tell he feared something. “Rover we need to hide” Spot said. confused Rover asked. “Why, whats going on” Rover started but then eyes widened as he saw a familiar face come into view. “oh no not the whiney one” Rover said as he saw Rarity. “THE WHINEY ONE” nearly three dozen Dimond Dogs yelled at once and scrambled to find either a hiding spot or something to cover their ears. “Goodness what is that horrid stench, don’t you mutts ever bath. Look at the state of this place it is disgusting, you need to clean more. Oh, my there is dirt everywhere don’t you know whats foot mats or carpets are” Rarity began fusing at the state of the mine. “Rarity calm down” Twilight said. “Rover, where are you” Twilight asked. “here, just shut her up” rover said getting up from behind a cart full of gems. Rover walked up to Twilight with some confusion and anger. “our agreement was that she was not allowed to come here, and our trade day isn’t for another month” rover said. “Were not here about the trade day right now. Obviously, you heard of the Griffon war going on right now correct” Twilight asked Rover to witch he nodded several times. “well we are in a predicament and we could use your help fighting them” Twilight told Rover. Rover looked shocked. He had somewhat some respect for Twilight and he knew she would never asked others to put themselves in harm’s way unless she had no choice. “I will send a message to Dimondia and speak with the other leaders of this colony. If we are to fight, we that are here right now won’t be enough. There is a room we have made and kept clean for visits such as this. You are free to use it” Rover said. “Guard show them to the room, Spot go get Fido” Rover said as he turned around and left. The guard had escorted the mane six, spike, Black Feather, Dusk Shine, and Bubble berry into the room prepared for foreign delegates. Rarity seeing the room gave a sigh of relief and said. “well at least these ruffians have set up something considerable correct for once” Black feather hearing this raised an eyebrow and proceeded to ask. “You know these Diamond Dogs personally” “Yes darling, they kidnapped me once before as we told you on the way, but they were so dirty and smelly that my complaining ended up making them go mad for the hour or so I was here. Even still this room doesn’t fit any kind of acceptable living conditions” “What do you mean this room is amazing” Black Feather said praising how colorful and comfortable the room looked to his. “This place in general is a pig sty. I would never want to live in a room so dirty and disastrous. I don’t even understand how you can say this room is nice” Rarity finished with a question. “Well, maybe because Eagle living quarters in the Empire are seventeen times worse than this whole cave” Black Feather said with some emotion. Hearing the condition Black Feather claimed Eagles lived in Rarity stopped talking and just listened. “In courier training we were given a long rundown building with no air, a lot of dust and mold, no light, and not even a restroom. To do business we had to go outside and either use a bush or hope that no Griffons were at the barracks toilets. Civilians had it worse still. Living in wharf's, tents, or even the mines that they worked in. to put it bluntly, to an Eagle this place is luxurious” Black Feather finished. “Oh, darling I am so sorry, I didn’t even think about that” Rarity said. Black Feather just shook his head and said. “Don’t worry about it, you wouldn’t have known” “But I should have. The way your eyes light up when I gave you that handmade blanket I made for your welcome should have told me you were surprised” “Not to mention the look of shock when we showed you your room” Pinkie added. “Or the fact that the next day we had to splash water on your face to wake you up because you were sleeping so well” Rainbow Dash said. “Well anyway, I don’t mind it Rarity, you didn’t know” Black Feather said. Spot had gathered Fido and the other leaders of Diamond Colony and met Rover at the overseer’s room. They had been discussing the reason that Twilight and her friends came to them. “We cannot go to war. we are miners, not warriors” Said one of the leaders. “But if we don’t help defend our country then the Griffons will take all of the gems that we thrive on to survive. The capitol and all colonies would have to move” Said the second leader. “maybe so but can we achieve. To the ponies we are just ruffians and to the Whiny One disgusting and useless” said the third. “Who cares what one pony says about us. Sure, she is annoying as Tartarus but look at us. Diamond Dogs who know the land beneath the surface better than anyone. We can build tunnels faster that a Dragon can blow fire, better than any pony miner, and sturdier than any Minotaur can stand. We are legends in Equestria, we are feared for our roars, our resolve, and our dedication to a cause that serves our intentions. These Griffons would not be able to stand a chance if they set foot inside this colony. Every Dog would pick up a spear, sword, pick ax, or even some rock and smash heads with it. We can do anything in this world if we set our minds to it” Rover finished. His voice left a very determined and commanding tone threw the air. Some of the Dogs present started to agree but the first leader wouldn’t sway that easily. “Morons all of you, we would be slaughtered” “No we wouldn’t” Rover stated. “The Eagle that came with the ponies. He was member of the Rebellion in the Empire. He has fought them, and we would be the fourth race to enter this war and the third in the Equestrian forces. WE. CAN. WIN.” Rover triumphantly shouted. All the Dogs minus the first leader cheered as they to believed that with the Rebellion going on they stood a pretty good chance. “I will tell the Princess our decision” Rover then left to tell his visitors the news. Two hours earlier: Vector Brigade 1st camp, North of the Everfree Forest. Windger had finished congratulating his Ravagers in R2 for a successful attack of the Equestrian force that was lead into the forest earlier. The Hawks were always war hungry and patiently waited for their turn to fight Equestrian soldiers. Their desire for war was what made them an asset to the Empire and its plans. Windger entered his command tent and began setting up preparations for another strike to keep the Equestrians guessing where they were camped. And there was the matter of rescuing Squire Gael from captivity. He could have easily gotten another Squire but they were on short hand and Gael knew too much information to leave him in Twilights hands. Grogan had entered the tent, saluted and handed Windger a report. “Whats this” he asked his lieutenant. “Sir, these are the files we could get on the Diamond Dog colony near Ponyville sir” Gorgan stated. “Excellent” Windger said with a happy expression. “but sir, we also have reports that Princess twilight is going to meet with them, we think she will try to convince them to join in the war against us” Windger looked angry. He stormed out of the tent and went to a hill that was close by and looked down at Ponyville than a little to the right was the area where the supposed Colony was. A smirk came to Windgers face as he faced Gorgan. “We will see if these ‘Diamond Dogs’ will join the Princess after we show them the might of the Griffon Empire” Windger said to Gorgan “Get Assault squads 1 and 2 prepared for an attack on the underground colony” Girvan saluted and left to get said squads ready. Windger turned to face the view again. “Alright your highness, your turn”
Chapter 2Chapter 2 Rover left the conference room and headed over to the visitor room that Twilight and company were staying. All but one of the leaders had agreed to help in the war. The Dimond Dogs were Equestrians in a way, and this was as much their country as it was the ponies. Making his way down the last mine shaft Rover ran into one of the lookouts from above. “Sir, urgent news” the lookout said with some worry. “What is it” “A griffon party is on its way” Rover widened his eyes. They didn’t do anything to attract the attention of the Griffons yet. But Twilight and the Whiney One had come here and that could have proven enough reason. “Get the guard ready no matter what they say do not let them into the colony until I great them outside” Rover said. “Yes Sir” the lookout said and left to return to his post. Rover then ran towards the visitor’s room to warn Princess Twilight of the impending danger. “-and he said owls who, I said yes they do” Pinkie was telling some jokes to pass the time. After her funny knock knock joke story telling the whole room laughed uncontrollably. “Oh, if only Burst were here he would be bursting with laughter” Bubble Berry said. That joke made Black Feather, Dusk and himself laugh ever so harder. Burst was, one, not a laughing guy and second his name works with that joke so well it has become a regular joke around the Flugels, much to Burst annoyance. Rover burst through the door and immediately called twilights name. “Princess Twilight, a griffon party is coming we don’t know what they are coming for but I thought that I should warn you” Rover said. As soon as the Griffons were mentioned Black Feather, Dusk and Berry were ready with weapons drawn. “We will hold them here as long as we can while you get out of here and back to Ponyville” Rover said. Right after Rover finished talking an explosion rumbled the whole mine. “Breached, the colony is breached” A Diamond Dog guard came running by. Several guards were now on their way to the breach to repel the new attackers from their home. “with all due respect Rover, we will stay and help you” Twilight said. “Then I accept and appreciate your help” Rover said before everyone left to head to the breach point. Before they even got there two Griffon Legionnaires were cleaning their weapons from the bodies of two Diamond Dog guards. Rover never stopped running and picked up a rock and smashed the first Legionnaire in the head, he did the same to the second one and continued forward. The group eventually made it to a ledge overseeing the colony entrance where the griffons had set up a small ‘base’ but the Diamond Dogs were grouping up and pushing the Legionnaires slowly back. “there’s no way that they got through this quickly” Rover said. Twilight got a hold of the situation and started to command her three men. “Black Feather, Dusk, Berry head down there and assist the Diamond Dogs to push the Griffons back” The three nodded and at the same time jumped off the ledge and into the colony buildings. Rover saw them move from one rooftop to the next and was astonished by the sight before him. Black Feather moved straight forward passing obstacles as they arouse. Dusk basically was parkouring over and on the obstacles in his was. Berry was using his swiftness to avoid objects until he reached the edge to the colony square. The three men jumped off the last rooftop and began assisting the Diamond Dogs advance. “Come on let’s get down there” Twilight said. The rest of the group followed to the square down the safer route. Gorgan was commanding the front of the troops while Windger was helping with the wounded and directing the Assault squads where to go. Gorgan had cut down about half a dozen Dogs in his way when he went to go for a seventh his sword collided with a purple one. He looked to the holder to see Black Feather General of Princess Twilight's army, and traitor to the Empire. When Black Feather collided swords with Gorgan he never thought he would see him again. Both Black Feather and Gorgan stared for a minute before the two were locked in a battle to control the center of the plaza. Around them soldiers began to stop fighting and looked at the two swordsmen move as it they were dancing with each other. Their movements were precise, their form amazing, their technique perfect. Those who were spectating watching this fight knew these two had dueled before. Nearly a few minutes of fighting before the two stopped and backed away painting from breathless lungs. “It can’t be you leading these Legions Gorgan, the strategies and plans are well to thought out, the way you commanded your Legion back during the Rebellion was terrible and easily out maneuverable.” Black Feather said. “You hurt me BF I thought you would give me more credit than that, I was the commanding officer during Prince Hain’s ambush” Gorgan said. Twilight and the remaining group arrived to see a big group surrounding two people. Twilight moved till she was in front between a Diamond Dog Guard and a Griffon Legionnaire both of whom moved to the side so she could get in. she saw Black Feather staring down an enemy officer and called to him. “Black Feather, stop him and push forward” Twilight said. “Yes Twilight” Black Feather called. “Since when do you obey orders” Gorgan asked. “It wasn’t an order, it is a favor” Black Feather continued his assault on Gorgan. He used similar moves when he fought Gabriel near the Great Plains but some of Gorgan’s moves were new to him to. Yet they fought each other non-the less. Windger had gotten the wounded either healed or evacuated out of the Colony. He then got his men together and went to reach the front where the fighting was. As he reached the front he saw soldiers from both sides standing there watching something. “soldier what is going on” Windger asked one of the Legionnaires standing by. “Colonel sir, lieutenant Gorgan is dueling the enemy General sir” the Legionnaire said. “Oh, this is a must see” Windger moved to the front and had eyes widened as he saw that the General wasn’t the Diamond Dogs leader but the Equestrian General Black Feather. Then an evil smile came to Windgers face as he stood and watched the rest of the duel. After a few more minutes of fighting both Gorgan and Black Feather fell to a knee out of exhaustion. Twilight and Flutter shy ran to Black Feathers aid while only one moved to Gorgan’s. Black Feather thought he was going to pass out until he heard a voice that he never thought he would hear again. “Well done Gorgan now rest up” Black Feather looked towards Gorgans position to see none other than Windger. Fear and anger had entered Black Feathers Eyes Twilight could see it. She looked over to see one Griffon but didn’t recognize him. But Black Feather did. “Well, well it is good to you still alive little Brother” Windger said. Nearly all the Equestrians gasped in shock or horror. “you are still alive, I thought you died during the assassination mission” Black Feather said. “No, of course not, you know I will do anything to survive” Windger said. “Yeah, so what was it” Black Feather said with venom. “Well it was either me or little Keaton and I obviously am still here” Windger said with an evil smile. Twilight knew what was going on. Windger was trying to get into Black Feathers head and he succeeded. “YOU BASTARD, he was our brother” Black Feather said. Twilight and Flutter shy gasped at that. Twilight knew his little brother was killed but she didn’t know why. “Yeah but I wanted to live, Gorgan recall the men we’re leaving” Windger said the last bit to his lieutenant. “Yes sir” Gorgan said. “Wait, we are not done here Windger” Black Feather said. “yes, we are little brother, but we will meet again and next time only one brother will be left alive” Windger said turned around to leave. “Windger” Black Feather yelled. After everything was cleaned up and the wounded were being taken care of. Twilight and company left and headed back to Ponyville. Black Feather had been distant but not everything was just bad news. The Diamond Dogs had agreed to join the war on Equestria’s side, and now they had more information on the enemy commander. “Black Feather are you ok” Black feather was spacing out and only came out of it when Flutter shy asked him. “Yeah, I’m fine. I just didn’t expect to see him again is all” Black feather said. “well then we still have a lot of preparations to finish, so you have enough to keep you mind busy” Rainbow Dash said. “I have decided that we will need better trained teams than just Flugel Squad, what do you think Black Feather” Twilight asked. “instead of many different elite squads, let’s make Flugel squad a company instead” Black feather said. “What” “many more recruits will have heard of the Flugels who have conquered enemy numbers with so little they will want to live the legend itself. So, we will do that. Anyone who thinks they have potential will be able to go through rigorous training and several more of AJ’s workout sessions to become a Flugel” Black feather finished. “I like it” Applejack said. “I agree” Rarity announced. “Awesome” Rainbow Dash said. “Yeah let’s do it” Pinkie Pie and Bubble Berry cheered. “Yay” Flutter shy agreed. “Alright, Dusk can you handle this training” Twilight said. “with Black Feathers help no problem” Dusk answered. “Alright then let’s get started” twilight said. “YEAH”
Next TimeNext Time on the Equestrian/Griffon War Celestia and Luna’s eyes widened at the sound of the griffons using magic on the battle field. It was impossible. Celestia held her blade to the griffon’s throat. “You will not use my people’s abilities against us any longer” Celestia said in the royal Cantor Lot voice. “Quick get him before he gets away” Apple Bloom said. Spike immediately gave chase. “Spike I’m scared” Sweetie Belle said in the Unicorns grasp One chance to finish the black market may end up in finishing a life.
