The loud sound of a beeping alarm rang out in the darkness. A clock with orange numbers flashed with the time five ante meridiem. Its snooze button was wrapped with a magical glow; it was then pushed down. Silencing the annoying sound and bringing silence back for a moment. A bed is shown and Razor was sitting on top of it. He stretched himself out before jumping off the bed. His hooves clopping on the hard wood floor. Using his magic he opened his bathroom door; turning on a light and standing before a mirror. His mane was a mess which he quickly cleaned with a comb and some water. He brushed his teeth and washed his mouth with some mouthwash. Checking himself over before nodding and walking out of the bathroom. He walked down the hall and down a flight of stairs.

The moon was still descending but the sun had not yet risen. He knew it wouldn't be long till he had to go to the school. But, he had something more important he had to work on. Something more important than that school. He used his magic to open another door. Before he turned on a light showing the room to be a forge. He walked to a table in the far right; on it was a scroll. He quickly unrolled it and read it. It was a request for two swords for a pair of twins. The one on the left was a double bladed sword. Its hilt had no guard making it built mainly for those who used a shield. He looked down below the sword. He saw a buckler shield with a sheath built into the back. He then looked at the sword on the right. A sword curved back into a large crescent and speared tip; he recognized it as a kilij sword. A sword made back in the time of Alucard the marauder. A stallion that ruled Coltsylmaneia. He was notorious for many heinous acts. He would drink the blood of his enemies. Making various meals with their insides; while collecting their skulls as trophies.

He set the scroll down and used his magic to bring out the various tools and metals he would use to make the weapons. Razor worked hard on all three items. He first used a mixture of three different metals. The first metal was iron; a typical metal used to make swords and other various metal weapons of today. The second was obsidian a rock found in area around volcano's. The third was iridium. A element used to harden other metals. He poured the mixture onto a hollowed table. Turning it into a metallic sheet. He rapidly cooled it down and levitated the sheet onto another table. He then drew the swords and the shield onto the sheet using chalk stone. Once he had finished drawing them; he activated his plasma cutter and began to cut them out. At first glance your would think that he was already done. But he was far from it; sword making was an art form. A form that took much time and effort. He knew the shield was going to be the easiest to make. The hardest was possibly going to be the kilij. Mainly because of its curved back blade; it would be hard to not only sharpen it but to hammer it into shape.

He looked at the clock and saw it was already six in the morning; school would start in two hours. He only needed one. He then began the long and tedious process of sword and shield making. As he worked on the swords; he began treating the wood for the back of the shield. He had it set in a special water chamber he made. He used its heat and used a special device to make it form into a concave bowl. He then began to sharpen, grind, and polish the swords. He eventually finished the swords and started working on the shield. The metal he managed to concave and form into the shape of the buckler. Between the metal and the wood he placed a layer of sheep wool. Giving some form of padding between the metal and wood. Behind the wood he used leather. Allowing the holders hoof a form of comfort and reducing the likely hood of splinters. He didn't forget to add the sheath behind the shield. By the time he was done with the three the clock read it was six forty. He smiled and quickly put the finishing touches on the weapons. He put various artistic etchings and symbols on the clients weapons. When he was finally finished with the weapons he saw he had just enough time to get a shower and take care of his personal hygiene. He quickly made his way back upstairs and back to the bathroom.

Behind the closed door the sound of running water echoed; followed by what looked like steam. When the water stopped everything was quiet once more. Until Razor walked out and back to his room; collecting a saddle bag. Which he loaded down with the necessary books and tools needed for school. He also placed something wrapped in cloth inside the bag. Before he walked back down stairs and into his forge. He then got the swords and shield wrapped; before he sprinkled a fine powder onto them. He then struck a match; causing all three items to go up in flames. Only to have them disappear just seconds later. He looked at the time and saw he had only a few minutes to spare. Thankfully he didn't have to wait long. For a clear mist entered his home; where the items once sat appeared a small brown bag. He smiled and opened it; revealing the contents to be around three hundred and fifty bits. He then put away the bag inside a drawer where other bags were. He then walked outside and locked the door to his home; before he began the walk to the school.

Razor had arrived at the school ten minutes before classes began. He saw many students talking and mingling together. He scanned the area around him; he noticed a few students had started to stare at him. But, the moment he looked at them they quickly got back to talking with the other.

“Just like the other schools.” He thought as he continued his walk.

A few feet away sat the group of six he had met yesterday. Ocellus looked at him as he walked through the crowds of ponies that were ready to attend today's classes. She watched as many ponies went out of their ways to ignore him. It reminded her of her first time in the school of friendship. Having many students ignore her; simply because she was a changeling. She felt a gentle tap on her shoulder. She turned and looked seeing the worried look of her friend Smolder.

“Everything okay Ocellus?” Smolder asked.

Ocellus quickly nodded her head; hoping Smolder didn't notice her lie. Thankfully she didn't and the group continued talking amongst themselves. Although she was having a pleasant conversation her mind kept going back to Razor. Yes, he did hit Smolder yesterday and he knocked out wintergreen and cool mint. He did claim defense but she never heard of wintergreen or cool mint attacking anycreature. Yes, she knew those two were trouble makers; pulling various pranks on classmates and teachers. But, Rainbow dash and Pinkie pie were notorious for that. It confused her on who to believe the new student or students that have been there longer than him. All she could do was sigh heavily before she continued chatting with her friends.

As Razor walked through the hallways of the school. He caught the sight of the two who had attacked him yesterday. Both of them watched as he walked down the hall and eventually found a place to sit down. Both of them were angry at him; he made them both look like foals. And, nopony, nopony, made foals of them without punishment. The walked away from the hallway he was in; so that they could think of a way to get that freak back. It was then the bell rang and the first classes began. For the first part of classes today was with coach Rainbow dash.

The sound of a whistle was heard echoing through the gym. The students stood in a straight line in front of Rainbow. She walked in front of them; examining each one of them. Before she came to a stop. She knew most of them had some raw emotions from yesterday. After all Razor was the new student that caused some trouble yesterday. Did she believe his claim to self defense yesterday, yes. But, she didn't see anything so she wasn't sure who to believe. She sighed knowing what she had to do; she then took in a deep breath and spoke.

“Alright,” She began in a loud tough voice, “As you all already know. We have a new student joining our class today,” She continued before her gaze focused on Razor, “So, everybody, please give a warm welcome to Razor Edge.” She finished introducing the colt to his classmates.

Nobody bothered to look at him. Since they were already acquainted with him. The silence that followed was a little awkward. But, thankfully Rainbow dash broke the silence with a clearing of her throat. Her students focused on her; just as she flew up. Only to fly to the center of the gym; her students followed her. Once they stood in front of her again she spoke.

“Okay, class,” She began, “Today, my class is going to be a little longer than usual,” She informed causing everyone-except for Razor-to look at her in confusion, “Reason why is because Fluttershy; had an animal emergency at home. So, for today you're spending first and second period here.” She finished causing them all to groan in annoyance.

“Sounds interesting.” Razor said in response.

Rainbow dash then blew her whistle and began to put the class through their exercises. First it was three running laps around the gym. Followed by rope climbing and weight lifting. By the time they reached the class reached weight lifting. Most of them were starting to run on fumes. The only ones still going were Smolder, Gallus, and Razor. Smolder and Gallus were obvious; Their species were more built for repetitive physical activity. While as for Razor; he acted more like a robot. Whenever he was told to do something. He would just do it. By the time the class ended; the entire class was doing their best to catch their breaths.

“Take five everyone!” Rainbow yelled causing her students release a sigh of relief. Some of them dropped to the floor. While others walked to the bleachers to sit and rest. Razor had separated himself form everyone again. He walked back to the area he sat in before; using his magic to pull his book out again.

Ocellus watched as Razor sat by himself in the gym. She didn't like the though of anybody sitting by themselves. With a sigh she stood up and walked over to him. When she was close enough she sat down next to him. She stayed quiet at first; she just simply sat there staring forward. While he read his book. She then cleared her throat and prepared to speak.

“You're name is Ocellus,” Razor suddenly said in his robotic like voice, “We met yesterday.” He finished before turning to another page.

She was left with her mouth hanging open. She quickly closed her maw and though about what to say. She was about to speak but Rainbows' whistle interrupted her. Everyone in the gym got in front of Rainbow dash as fast as they could. She silently thanked the coach for her timing.

“Alright, breaks over!” She said in a serious tone, “For the second part of this class; we will be doing an endurance test,” She continued causing worried looks to appear on the students faces', “So lets get started with one-hundred sit ups.” She finished before blowing her whistle.

The students were put through five different sets of exercises. First it was the one-hundred sit ups. After that she had her students run in place. That was when they lost Yona and Sandbar. The third was one-hundred leg lifts. They lost Silverstream to that exercise. The fourth was ten weighted jumping jacks. By the time they reached one hundred push ups. It was just Ocellus, Smolder, Gallus, and Razor left. For the last part Rainbow dash joined them.

“Come on!” Rainbow yelled, “Only fifty more to go!” She finished earning herself a couple of groans. She chuckled to herself as she continued to do the exercises.

“Ocellus.” Razor had suddenly said.

“Yes, Razor.” She replied as she struggled to push herself back up.

“Will you please stop staring at my flank. I find it annoying when ponies stare at me.” He said causing Ocellus to fall to the floor in shock.

Both Rainbow dash and Smolder came to a sudden stop. Neither of them could believe what he had just said. Everyone else was still doing the push-ups; but Gallus, Cool mint and Wintergreen had began to snicker a little.

“Gallus, Cool mint, Wintergreen can you all please do the same.” Razor spoke sending all three of them to the floor in shock.

Rainbow dash could not hold it back anymore. She fell to the floor laughing loudly; causing a huge blush to appear on all three of their faces. She laughed until her stomach started to hurt. While Razor had finished the exercise. Once she manged to pull herself together; she blew her whistle and told them to hit the shows.

Razor stood calmly underneath the running water. His mane becoming drenched and draping over his eyes. As he stood there; he was suddenly spun around and pressed against the wall. His face remaining void of emotion. While Cool mint and Wintergreen glared at him.

“What the Tartarus is wrong with you. You freak.” Wintergreen growled

“Asperger's.” Razor replied calmly causing wintergreen to press him further into the wall.

“Okay smartass,” Wintergreen spoke in anger, “Do you know what I'm going to do to you now?” He asked.

Razor was silent for a moment before answering“You are going to beat me until you are satisfied.”

Wintergreen tightened his magical grip on Razor, “Good answer,” He then looked back at Cool mint, “Go raid his locker. See if you cant find anything.” He saw his friend not and walk away.

“Going to attempt another false self defense claim?” Razor asked.

“Shut up! You retard bastard!” Wintergreen shouted ask he brought his hoof back.

Gallus and Sandbar were rapidly making their way to the locker-room. Sandbar was trying his best to calm his friend down. But, Gallus was an angry gryphon and trying to calm and angry gryphon down; well it's easier said than done.

“Gallus, please calm down.” Sandbar said trying to get his friend to stop.

Gallus payed him no mind, “That jerk is gonna pay.” He muttered to himself.

The moment the two entered the locker-room they heard the voice of Razor.

“Keep your hooves off my knife next time.”

Both of them stopped for a moment; did Razor just say he had a knife? The two looked at one another and rounded the corner. What they saw was a sight that took a few years off their life. Razor was standing over the bloodied bodies of Wintergreen and Cool mint. The moment Razor turned to look at them they saw it. In his magical hold they saw a knife. It looked like he was about to say something but he never got the chance. For, Gallus had flown forward and knocked him and the knife to the ground.

“Gallus!” Sandbar shouted.

Gallus held Razor down onto the ground, “Sandbar get Coach Dash now!” He shouted Sandbar quickly ran to go get her. He then looked down and growled at Razor; seeing his neutral expression, “Don't you move!”

“I have no intention on hurting any other creature.” Razor responded in his calm robotic voice.

Gallus growled, “Could have fooled me,” He put more pressure on Razor's head.

Razor suddenly spoke, “Can you get off of me please. At the moment we are in a very questionable position.”

“Shut up!” Gallus growled.

“You are forgetting your own species.” Razor responded.

Gallus was confused, “What?”

Razor looked back up at him, “You forgot about your species.” He repeated still confusing Gallus. He rolled his eyes in annoyance; earning more pressure to his head. He continued, “Gryphons by nature are violent, like dragons, yaks, hippogriffs and ponies. Although our species have evolved basic core emotions and needs still remain. For all of us the core needs such as eating and sleeping are necessary for all of us to keep living. Core emotions such as happiness, sadness, anger, lust and desire, anxiety/fear and disgust. Help us influence our decisions and rationalize our thoughts. But, in situations of hyper emotions basic core needs tend to merge; overlapping.”

Gallus released an irritated growl, “What are you talking about?” He asked his voice filled with confusion.

Razor continued, “For gryphons, during times of conflict anger and lust tend to get mixed with one another,” He noticed the gryphon was still confused, “You have an erection and its currently pressing against my stomach.” He finished.

Gallus's eyes' went wide as he looked down. His face was as red as an apple the moment he saw,“Ah!” He yelled as he backed away; sat down and used his talons to cover himself.

Razor then sat up and dusted himself off, “Thank you,” He thanked the gryphon as he levitated his knife and wrapped it up back in its cloth. He then looked back at the gryphon and spoke again, “You shouldn't be ashamed. Yes, given the situation it is embarrassing for you. But, at the same time its a natural.”

He was interrupted by the door to the locker-room opening. He saw the coach and Sandbar round the corner; along with Starlight glimmer. The schools superintendent and the schools secondary principal.

“He's got a knife!” Sandbar shouted.

“Not again.” Razor sighed sadly as he was placed under the effect of a paralysis spell.

Sandbar smiled nervously, “Excuse us, Razor.” He said while dragging Gallus out of the locker room.

Razor calmly sat just outside the office. His social worker immediately teleported herself to the school when she heard the news. By now she was already telling them that the knife he carried wasn't a knife. Although it looked like a knife and technically it was intended to be a knife. It still wasn't a knife; it was a key to his home. The key was actually the first knife he had ever forged. He failed horribly at it. But, instead of discarding it like any other creature would. He carried it around with pride calling it his first knife. Which he eventually fashioned into a key. When the door opened Razor saw the worker walk out; she looked at him and spoke.

“You are still enrolled in the school,” Razor nodded and she continued, “But, for the remainder of the day you are suspended.” She finished.

“For bringing a weapon?” He asked assuming that was the reason.

Miss Quill shook her head, “For fighting.”

Razor sighed, “It was self defense.” He argued.

She nodded, “I believe you. That's why Wintergreen and Cool mint are being punished as well.” she answered.

“Are they being suspended for the day as well?” He asked.

“No,” She answered, “They are just going to have detention after school.”

Razor responded, “So, I'm being kicked out for self-defense and possession of a potential weapon. While they are receiving only detention after a repeated assault attempt?” He asked.

Miss Quill answered quickly, “Only for the possession of a weapon. They say you can still bring it to school. But, you must leave it at the principals office from now on.”

“I don't like others touching my knife.” Razor said rather bluntly.

Miss quill snorted in anger, “And I'm getting tired of dealing with a problem child like you.”

There was a rather long silence followed by the last statement. They stared at each other for a moment before Razor got up and walked to the exit of the school. Miss quill sighed in anger before she teleported herself back to her office. She knew the paper worker and overtime for this incident was going to be a nightmare for her.

“Why couldn't I get an easier job? Why did it have to be Razor edge?” She asked herself.

Razor was now in the center of town; before he walked any further he looked back at the school. He stared at it for a few moments before he continued walking away. As he walked the words “Problem child” and “Retard” echoed in his mind. He kept hearing the words as he walked all the way back to his home.

“I'm not a problem child or a retard,” He said to himself as he opened his door and entered his home, “I'm just different.” He finished before closing the door to his home.

Author's Note

Chapter 2. yes, I know sword making takes a longer process than described. but, I wanted those who read this story to enjoy it. not having to read through a chapter that lags for a long time. anyway whoe this chapter is good.