Author's Note

I've officially been quarantined bitches!

I'm doing a frighten!

Blair:

I'm not entirely satisfied with this chapter, beginning's are always the hardest for me. This was mostly an info dump, as well as a set up chapter. Next chapter we'll meet Rose, and things should start picking up from there.

Book One Unity: Chapter 1 Birth of a Legend

The story picks back up a two hours after I entered Equus, right now Blair and I are exploring the forest we landed in.

"Hey Blair," I said staring confusedly at my glowing left arm.

"Yes Meowster," said Blair lazily.

"Am I Nero, or do I just look like him?"

Blair scratched her chin, humming thoughtfully.

"I guess it's a little of both, you're physically identical to him now, but you are still you," said Blair lazily.

"So it doesn't matter who I say I am," was my reply.

"Not really, you need to form an Empire, so it doesn't matter who you are, just who you'll become."

"How do my powers work exactly? How do I unlock them," I inquired curiously.

"From one topic to another, my you're Bipolar. Anyway, your abilities run on video game logic, the more you use them, the more you unlock."

"How do I use my Will Spells, do I just focus or is there a process?"

Blair rolled her eyes.

"So many questions," she said exasperatedly.

"You said you'd give me a tutorial, so it's your own fault," I replied with a chuckle.

"Damn my amazing helpfulness, alright fine. As you defeat enemies, they'll drop orbs, these orbs are invisible to everyone except us. The stronger the opponent, the more orbs they drop. Green Orbs are General Experience, Blue Orbs are Strength Experience, Yellow Orbs are Dexterity Experience, finally Red Orbs are Will Experience. You'll use these orbs to purchase new Skills, Spells, and Perks. In order to use all your abilities, simply willing them into activation will work. Focusing on a Spell, Skill, or Perk will make them more powerful. Many of your abilities require actual effort to unlock, like Hollowfication and Devil Trigger/ Sin Trigger."

"I can use a Sin Trigger," I asked giddily.

Blair rolled her eyes again.

"Eyes on the Prey not the Horizon," was her curt reply.

"Kill Joy!"

"Alright, so onto more important business, getting you battle ready, first we need to get you a weapon," said Blair.

Blair climbed down from my shoulder and fished my phone out of my pocket, then returned to her spot on my shoulder. She turned on the phone and pulled up the Guild Seal App, and fiddled with it. After a few clicks, a downloading notification flashed across the screen.

"There, now we'll be able to teleport to and from the Sanctuary, give it a try," said Blair confidently.

"Don't I already have Yamato?"

"No, Yamato is sealed away in your Devil Bringer, and you don't have Red Queen so, we need to get you a Hero Weapon."

"Fable III?"

"Yes, exactly like Fable III, now c'mon," said Blair impatiently.

"Alright alright," I said as I clicked the new app that appeared on my screen.

Both of us were shrouded in a bright light, a dull ringing echoed in my ears as we teleported. When my vision cleared we were in a circular room, a circular table sat in the center, and four doorways sat behind the table. Beside the table stood a woman wearing red and white gypsy robes.

[Ignore Jasper and the Prince]

"Welcome, it is good to see you," said the woman "I am the Seer Theresa, I'll be acting as your assistant during your time in Equus."

"Aren't you, and I mean this with the utmost respect, blind?"

"It's a figure of speech Lucus, don't be an ass," said Theresa coyly.

"Right, I'm a fucking idiot," I replied giving myself a facepalm.

"Is he here to choose his weapon," asked Theresa turning her attention to Blair.

"Yep," replied Blair curtly.

"Right, if you'll step through the door with a gun and sword plaque, we can continue."

Theresa motioned towards the first door, I nodded and walked inside.

"If you'll look to the left side, you'll find two weapons, a Hammer and a Sword, choose one and we'll continue," said Theresa appearing out of no where.

"This is going to give me a headache isn't it?"

I walked over to the wall, looking at the two weapons carefully. They looked just like the normal unevolved versions of the Hero Weapons from Fable III, bland and boring. A simple double headed Plumb for the Hammer, and a simple double edged blade and cross guard for the Sword.

"Which one do I wish to use, I can always come back if I change my mind, so it's no big deal. When I played Fable III, I always chose the Sword, it made it a lot easier to chain attacks, the Hammer hit's harder, but it's much slower."

I picked up the sword and gave it a few test swings. Perfectly balanced, as I thought it would be. Sitting beside the pedestal that the sword previously sat upon was a scabbard and a belt attachment. I grabbed the scabbard, fastened it to my waist and sheathed the sword within it.

"So you've chosen the sword? Good, now if you'll turn to the adjacent wall, there are two guns, please choose one," said Theresa.

"I'll just grab the pistol, it'll be easier to carry around. "

"These weapons are alive, your decisions in the future will change how they look, once changed, they will remain in that state for eternity, so be careful," said Theresa.

"Sir, yes Sir," I said giving a mock salute.

"I don't know if I should be insulted by your 'enthusiasm' or simply amused," deadpanned Theresa.

Blair giggled in response.

"That being said, YOUR appearance will also change depending on how you behave," said Theresa "If you act evil or corrupt, you will begin to gain demonic features. These may include horns, red eyes, pale or tattered skin, as well as a general malicious aura and magical color. If you act benevolently, you'll have much more... angelic features. A halo, glowing blue eyes, a near perfect complexion, and a calming aura and magical color. Be careful, your appearance and attitude can shift drastically with a single desire or action."

"So it's the Fable II style Morality System, Good and Evil, as well as Pure and Corrupt. Seems easy enough to remember," I said nodding my head.

"Good, now follow me back to the Map Room, there is much to discuss," said Theresa as she guided me back into the other room.

It was at this point that I got a good look at the map, instead of depicting Albion like it did in game, it appeared to show the whole of Equus. Continents and Countries like Zebrica, Griffonia, Equestria, and The Dragon Lands were a few highlights. All of the countries were highlighted one of three colors Grey, Red, or Blue. Equestria is Grey, The Dragon Lands are Blue, Griffonia is Blue, and Zebrica is Red.

"As you can see, this is the world of Equus," started Theresa "As you've no doubt noticed, the Countries on the map are color coordinated. Grey means Neutral or Undecided, Red means Hostile or Antagonistic, and Blue means Friendly or Allied. This will give you an idea of how the world will react to you, or how readily they'll decide to aid you when needed. There is another thing to note, if your relationship with a Foreign Leader or Dignitary progresses enough, the Country they represent will turn Gold, signifying you have their unfettered support or admiration. If the country turns black, it means they hate you, or wish your downfall."

I nodded, trying my best to soak up all the knowledge.

"You are currently here," said Theresa pointing to a slice of land to the west of Equestria "this is unclaimed territory, though that being said there are three factions vying for control of it."

"Will I need to fight these factions?"

"It is up to you to decide, either bring them under your rule, or force them to serve you," said Theresa sagely "but whatever you choose, will decide how the rest of the world views you."

"Thank you," I said giving Theresa an appreciative nod.

"I'm not done yet," relied Theresa flashing me a smile.

"I meant for helping me, it means a lot to me."

Theresa's smile warmed slightly, "It is my pleasure, though it feels nice to finally be thanked for my help, most of the Hero's I've guided said not a single word to me, so thank you."

I nodded at her.

"So what are the three factions that I need to bring together?"

"Outcast's and Undesirables, all three groups are either unwanted or exiles in some way. The first group are the Diamond Dogs, they've never had a Kingdom of their own, having been treated either as slaves or pests, they seek to rectify their place in this world. The second is a mix of several Minotaur Clan's, all of whom were exiled on the grounds of treason. Finally, The Renegade Dragons, also called Gem Dragons. These Dragon's refused to fall in behind either Tiamat or Bahamut during the Great Dragon War, a war that raged between the Metallic's and the Chromatic's several thousand years ago, as such, they aren't welcome anywhere."

"If you wish to go the Benevolent Route," continued Theresa "you must speak to the Leader's of each group and get them to accept you as their Patron Deity or King, or maybe even both. The Leaders are Belle Oak-Crusher for the Minotaur's, Chief Black Fang for the Diamond Dogs, and Opal Silverwing for the Gem Dragons, tread carefully, one wrong move and it could end in war. You might also want to consider choosing a Godly Alias."

I pouted at her.

"Is there something wrong with my name?"

"It doesn't have the right... flair," commented Blair "Just imagine, Lucus God of Paperwork and Mundane Affair's."

I rolled my eyes at her joke.

"I'll have to think on that."

"Just remember, once you pick, you've gotta stick with it," added Theresa.

"Yes Mom," I said with mock exasperation.

"A Sphere of Influence will also need to be chosen, but that can wait till later. Though I feel as if you already have something in mind," said Theresa.

"I do, is God of Nature and the Hunt taken?"

"Bah, you're so basic," said Blair sarcastically.

"Bitch."

"Dickface," said Blair passively.

"It is not, as the previous God of Nature and the Hunt, Hircine, was struck down by the Royal Pony Sister's, leaving the position open. Though Attunement can be handled at a later date, right now you need to get your foot in the door," said Theresa.

"You ready to get out into the world," asked Blair eagerly.

"One more thing, Theresa, who do you think I should try to convince first?"

"The Diamond Dogs would be the best bet, they're mostly unorganized but follow Black Fang loyally, for the most part, find the Eldest Daughter of the Chief, she'll be your ticket in. And be careful, you're stronger than most, but most of your abilities are unavailable to you, so tread cautiously."

"Thank you Theresa."