You found yourself in a black void, floating in the darkness.

“Where am I?” You ask out loud.

“You’re dreaming, Anonymous.” Said a female voice.

“Am I now?” You ask. “Care to show yourself?”

A black pony appeared from the darkness and walked towards you. Damn, you thought Celestia’s mane was cool, but get a load of this one.

“Why hello there,” you say. “Who are you?”

“We are Princess Luna, and we apologize for not being able to meet in person.” Luna Said.

“Ah, the vice princess huh?” You ask with a smirk. “Nice to finally meet you. This is a dream, though, I don’t really think this is legit.”

Luna frowned at the fact that you called her “vice princess”.

“We wouldn’t be so cocky if we were you, Anonymous.” She Said. “We can enter your dreams at will if we please.”

“Ohhhh, spooky.” You say, waving your hands through the air. “Not throwing shade or anything, but what’s up with this “We” thing? Are you like on some Ermac type shit?”

“I apologize, I am still getting used to modern speech.” She Said. “What is this Ermac you speak of?”

“It doesn’t matter.” You said. “What brings you to my dreams, princess?”

“I came to speak to you about the prophecy that you are involved in.” She Said.

“Oh, this again?” You say, rolling your eyes. “Alright, I’m all ears.”

“It May seem ridiculous, Anonymous, but I can assure you that you are the one we are looking for.” She Said, making images of the prophecy appear around you. “It’s no coincidence that you came to Equestria at such a time like this.”

“Like I said to the rest of the ponies, no promises.” You said. “I don’t exactly wanna get into a conflict that has nothing to do with me, either.”

“Trust me, Anonymous.” Luna Said. “You are the one.”

“Alrighty, Princess.” You said. “We’ll see.”

“Indeed we will.” She Said with a smile. “Now I believe you should wake up, I believe you are trying to be awoken by somepony.” She Said as she faded away.

“Anon, Anon wake up!” Said a voice from the distance.

“Huh?” You say, coming back to reality. The elements were standing around the couch you were sleeping on in Fluttershy’s living room.

“We are going to meet Zecora today to awaken you.” Said Twilight, making quote marks with her hoof.

“Oh, right.” You say with a frown. You didn’t like being awoken for anything, especially something you didn’t want to do.

“Come on, dude!” Said Rainbow, flying above your face. “You got nothing to lose!”

“Maybe my dignity.” You say, getting off the couch. “Where’s this Zecora that you speak of, anyway?” You ask.

“She lives in the Everfree.” Said Twilight. “So get ready for a hike!”

“Great.” you say, putting on your boots. “Let’s get this shit, then.”

You follow the ponies from Fluttershy’s cottage into the Everfree. Following a trail, this would be your best bet on avoiding the mOnStErS that inhabited the forest.

“Are you excited, Anon?” Asked Rarity. “You’re going to be a big role in this land, you know.”

“Not really.” You say with a shrug. “I don’t expect much to happen.”

“I think you’re special,” Said Fluttershy. “You’ve got great things in store, I can feel it.”

“Yeah!” Agreed Pinkie. “You’re a big strong beast that can surely beat up anything!” She Said, bouncing with each step.

“She might be right,” Said Applejack. “The way ya handled Big Mac and I at the farm shows that ya definitely got some kinda fighting experience.”

“That’s just self defense, AJ.” You said. “A lot of humans can fight like that outta nowhere if they really felt the need. Besides, it’s not hard to beat up a bunch of waist high ponies when your my size.”

“Don’t underestimate a pony, Anon.” Said Rainbow. “Especially ones that are as awesome as me!”

“Yeah, noted.” You say, giving her a small punch.

“Oh, so it’s like that?” Asked Rainbow with a competitive smirk. “Nobody can beat me at punchies, you know.”

“Try me.” You said, giving her a smirk in return.

“Shhhh!” Said Twilight. “I think I hear something.”

The seven of you stood in silence as you looked around the forest. Besides from chirping birds and other forest sounds, you heard nothing out of the ordinary.

“Twilight, I don’t think there’s anyth-“ you were cut off by a roar from the bushes.

“What the buck was that?!” Asked Rainbow with fear in her voice.

A creature with the face of a man, body of a lion, and tail of a scorpion then emerged from the bushes.

“What the fuck is that thing?!” You shouted.

“It’s a manticore!” Shouted Twilight. “Run!”

The ponies then scattered around, leaving you on the trail in front of the beast.

“Uh,” you said, raising your arms and slowly backing up. “Nice kitty?”

You were given a roar in return as the manticore began to charge you.

“Oh shiiiiiiit!” You say as you turn around and run for a tree. You quickly climb into the branches in sit as high as you could. The manticore then looks up at you for a few moments before starting to climb the tree. “Oh come on!” You say, looking for a way out. You then notice that you had your utility belt on, thank the lord himself. You pull out your knife and wait for the manticore to get close. When it’s face was close enough, you gave it your hardest stab to the eye that you could muster.

“Roarrrrrr!” Screamed the beast as it fell from the tree. It held a paw to its face for a moment, then looked back up to you in the tree. Not good. It raised its tail and you could see the poison dripping from the point. Should you start praying? The creature then began to climb the tree again, only this time having its tail ready.

“Welp, you had a decent run.” You nervously think you yourself. As the manticore got closer, you heard a voice from the distance.

“Begone, ferocious manticore and bother these individuals no more!”

The manticore then fell from the tree, covering its ears. After a few more moments, the beast ran off. Holy shit, who the hell could cast that thing off? You climb down from the tree and see a zebra standing on the trail.

“Hey, thanks!” You say, walking over to the zebra. “Who are you?”

“Traditional arts are my game, Zecora the zebra be my name.” She Said with a smile. A rhymey one this was.

“Zecora?” You hear the elements say in unison as they poke their head out of bushes and behind rocks.

“Hey assholes!” You say. “Thanks for leaving me to that thing!”

“We said run!” Retorted Rainbow.

“And that automatically makes it okay?” You ask, crossing your arms.

“Just be happy we’re okay, girls.” Said Twilight, coming out of her hiding place.

“Ugh, but my coat is ruined!” Said Rarity, looking at the dirt on her fur with disgust.

“You’ll be okay, Sugarcube.” Said Applejack, making Rarity give an angry “hmph!” In return.

“I am just glad you are all okay, manticores are not a beast for play.” Said Zecora. “What brings you to the Everfree, May I ask, are you here to perform a certain task?”

“Yes, we were looking for you, actually.” Said Twilight, holding the prophecy book. “We believe Anon here is a being spoken of in this prophecy here.” She Said, showing Zecora the story.

“Oh yes, I believed you looked special at first glance, I can tell you will make ponies glad!” Said Zecora, looking at you. “I do ask, however, what you are. You appear to be a being from afar.”

“I’m a human, something from a completely different dimension.” You said. “It’s a lot to explain, but I mean you no harm.”

“We were actually coming to you to see if you could do anything to awaken hidden potential.” Said Twilight.

“Yes, I may know a thing or two, a ritual only known by a certain few.” Said Zecora. “Please, friends, follow me to my home, I would hate for you to be out here all alone.”

You and the elements followed Zecora to her little shack in a clearing. Damn, who would wanna live out here when shit like manticores can maul you to death with ease? Upon entering Zecora’s house, you saw that it was very traditional, it looked like African culture was strong here. Seeing all the masks and instruments covering the walls. Hell, she even had a bag of kola nuts in the corner.

“One hell of a place you got here, Zecora.” You say, looking around.

“Thank you my friend, it was I who made it. I went for a look far from basic.” Zecora Said, smiling at her work.

“I hate to be pushy, but I think we should cut to what we came here for.” Said Twilight.

“Oh, right. I shall not put up a fight.” Said Zecora. She opened a book with a bunch of weird drawings on it, and proceeded to walk you through the ritual.

“Sounds simple enough,” you said. “Let’s get this started.

Zecora then drew a circle around you and a bunch of miscellaneous symbols. After she was done, she handed you a bowl of liquid that she brewed.

“This isn’t a sacrifice is it?” You ask.

“My friend, you have nothing to worry about. This ritual here is something I have figured out.” Said Zecora, beckoning you to drink from the bowl.

“Well, here goes nothing.” You say, drinking from the bowl.

Zecora then began to chant a bunch of gibberish, causing the circle around you to glow. Even though you were slightly scared, it was still pretty cool. When you finished the bowl, she shouted one last chant as the circle’s glow became more intense and shot some electricity around you. The electric bolts flowed through your arms and you felt kinda tingly. When Zecora finished, she gave you an expecting look.

“How do you feel? Flowing with ethereal?” She asked.

“Apart from feeling tingly, not really.” You said, stepping out of the circle.

“Let’s go outside and see if you can do anything different.” Said Twilight.

You followed her and the elements outside as Twilight gave you a few commands.

“I want you to blow up that tree.” Said Twilight.

“Huh?” You ask, raising an eyebrow.

“Blow up the tree!” Twilight Said like it was nothing. “Focus your mind and just make it explode!”

“I don’t think it would be that simple, but alright.” You said. You looked at the tree, focusing on every little detail about it. You cleared your mind, and imagined what you were told to do. After a few seconds, you hold out your hand and give a dedicated “Raaa!”, only to get no results.

“Did you really think that would work?” Asked your brain.

“Not really.” You thought. “Didn’t hurts to try.”

“Retard.”

“Fuck up.”

The elements and Zecora looked disappointed that nothing happened.

“Hate to say I told you so, but...” you said, looking at Twilight.

“It’s no surprise that you didn’t get it on your first try.” Said Twilight. “Come on, try again.”

You sighed and obeyed her orders. For what seemed like an hour, you tried to blow up the tree like an idiot. To no surprise, you didn’t get any results. The elements had defeated looks on their faces and hung their heads low.

“I’m sorry y’all, but I told you that I’m nothing special.” You said. “Come on, I think we should get back to town, it’s getting late and I’m hungry.”

“I suppose so.” Said Twilight. “Thank you Zecora, I apologize for any inconvenience.”

“It is quite alright my friend, I still believe that Anon will do something in the end.” Said Zecora, giving you a smile.

“Thanks, Zecora.” You said. “Sorry to disappoint.”

She shook it off as you all said your goodbyes and headed back to Ponyville. By the time you got back, it was dark out. You said your goodbyes to five of the elements as you and Fluttershy went into her cottage.

“Any plans for dinner?” You ask Fluttershy.

“I could make some daisy burgers if you’d like.” She Said, walking into the kitchen. Holy shit, that’s a thing?

“Yeah, that’d be great!” You said, following her. “I’ll help you cook, I’d hate to just sit around and watch you do everything. I gotta return the favor for your hosting somehow.”

Fluttershy gave you a smile as she got the daisy burgers from her freezer. “Thank you Anon, I’d love your help.”

“No problem.” You said as you got some spices from the pantry. Good ol’ salt, pepper, and garlic salt. Just like dad thought you.

The two of you then began to whip in the kitchen and make yourselves a meal. Heh, you could say it was fun, and the daisy burgers were fantastic. Definitely a nice change of diet from the salads. After dinner, the two of you headed to Fluttershy’s room and for ready for bed. Upon climbing in, Fluttershy began to speak to you.

“Anon?” She Said from the other end of the bed.

“What’s up?” You ask, staring at the ceiling.

“I want you to know that I believe in you, even after what happened today.” She Said. “Magic takes practice, I’m sure you’ll get the hang of it soon.”

“Fluttershy, I still don’t feel any different than I did before.” You said. “But I’ll keep trying, for you and the elements.”

Fluttershy gave a small giggle. “Thank you, Anon. It means a lot to us.”

“No problem.” You said. “I’d hate to be selfish after all that you guys have done for me. We can try more later, but I’m gonna hit the shack. Night, Fluttershy.”

“Goodnight.” She Said as you closed your eyes.

***

You sat in the kitchen table, looking at Fluttershy grab ingredients for a breakfast salad.

“Fluttershy?” You ask.

“Yes?” She Said, turning to you.

“Not that there’s anything wrong with your breakfast, but is there anything else we can get? Salads are getting a little old.” You said.

“Well...” Fluttershy Said, looking out the window. “Pinkie Pie runs Sugarcube Corner in town and they sell donuts.”

“Great, breakfast on me!” You said, lifting Fluttershy up and running out the front door. She let out a small “eep!” When you picked her up, but you didn’t care. You were just eager to eat the sweet breakfast pastry.

“Anon?” Said Fluttershy as you walked through her front yard. “Can you put me down?”

“Oh, sorry.” You said, getting a little red. “I got a little carried away when you said donuts.”

She giggled and smiled at you. “I understand.”

“Good to know, now come on!” You said, eagerly beckoning her to town. “I’m hungry!”

The two of you walked into town, making your way to Sugarcube Corner. Even with all the ponies staring at you, you paid no attention. It’s amazing what the power of a donut can do, huh?

You entered Sugarcube Corner and rang the bell at the front desk, only to get no answer.

“Hello?” You call out. A pink pony then pops up behind you.

“Hi Nonny!” Shouts Pinkie Pie.

“Gahh!” You shout, turning to the pink pony. You took a moment to recover from the scare that she gave you. “Where’d you come from?” You ask.

“I dunnoooo...” She Said with a shrug. “What can I do for you?”

“Uh, two donuts please?” You ask, pulling out your bag of bits.

“Sure, what kind?” Asked Pinkie.

“I’ll take a raspberry jelly donut.” You said. “What about you, Fluttershy?”

“I’ll just have a plain donut, please.” She Said.

“Coming right up!” Said Pinkie as she zoomed to the back of the shop.

“Is that normal?” You asked Fluttershy.

“Most definitely.” She Said with a giggle.

Pinkie then came out with a bag with a donut on it.

“Here ya go!” She Said with a big smile. “That’ll be three bits!”

You pay Pinkie Pie and beckon Fluttershy to sit down at a booth with you. The two of you sit down and began to dig in. While you were destroying your donut, Fluttershy was calmly eating hers.

“Thank you, Anon.” She Said. “This is really nice.”

“Hey, no prob!” You say in between bites. “My treat!”

After you two finish your donuts, you make your way to Twilights library to continue to work on magic. Throughout the day, Twilight had you go through numerous exercises to try and get a result from you. Sure enough, you still saw no results. Fluttershy ended up going back to her cottage while you and Twilight continued to work at her library.

“Ugh, I just don’t get it!” She Said, throwing some books on the floor.

“Hey, it’s alright.” You said, putting your hand on her back. “Not everything works out the way we want it to, Twilight.”

“Yeah, I guess so.” She Said, looking at the floor. “You should get some sleep though, it’s three in the morning.”

Damn, you really lost track of time. You were working on this all damn day. “Yeah, you’re right. But you need sleep too, I hate to see you stressing over this so much.”

Twilight smiled at your concern. “Yeah, I’ll try and sleep.” She Said.

“Promise?” You asked.

“Promise.” She Said with a giggle.

You said goodnight and made your way up to the guest bedroom. You were exhausted from all the mental work you did today, so you quickly fell asleep.

***

You wore a smile on your face as you flew through the air, passing through clouds and looking down to the ground below. Gosh, this was great. You always dreamed of flight, and now you had it. You hear wings flapping next to you, and looking to your side you saw that it was Princess Luna, flying besides you. Great, you were dreaming.

“Enjoying your dream, Anonymous?” She asked.

“Well I was, until I realized I was dreaming.” You said, turning on your back. “What brings you to my dream today, princess?”

“We just wanted to say that the ritual performed by Zecora went well.” She Said with a smile.

“Huh?” You said. “What makes you say that? Nothing happened you know.”

“We wouldn’t be too sure about that, Anonymous.” Said Luna, giving you a smirk. “Many changes can go unnoticed.”

“Right, whatever you say.” You said, giving a chuckle. “We’ll see.”

“No, you’ll see.” Luna Said. “Wake up.”

“What?” You asked.

“WAKE UP!”

Your eyes shot open and you found yourself in the guest bedroom. Luna, you fucking bitch. It isn’t everyday that you get to fly in your dreams. Whatever, maybe if you’re lucky you can go back to it if you fall asleep. You close your eyes and turn over on your stomach, but something was wrong. You couldn’t feel the pillow on your face. Hell, now that you think of it, you couldn’t even feel the bed. You open your eyes and see that you were levitating over the bed. What? Levitating? As soon as you realized it, you fell back into the bed. You quickly got up and gave yourself a pinch to make sure you weren’t dreaming still. Sure enough, you felt the pinch. Holy shit, you were floating!

“Twilight!” You call as you leave the bedroom and rush down the stairs. “You aren’t gonna believe this!”

Author's Note

Heh heh, I’m really getting hyped for what Anon will be able to do in the future. Hope y’all enjoyed, ciao!