Author's Note

In this retelling of Season 8's finale from the show, Cozy Glow never becomes a villain, and is a master chess player instead of a manipulator. This is all based on a "What If" scenario where Cozy Glow actually becomes a hero instead of a villain. Also, she has a split personality now.

The Chessmaster - Finale

FINALE - Chancellor Neighsay VS. The Chessmaster

Chancellor Neighsay - Secret Location

"I have had just about enough of this." Chancellor Neighsay said, leaving his secret office. "It's time I made that School of Friendship property of the E.E.A." Chancellor Neighsay stated. "...Permanently..." He said.

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"In chess, you always get to be king" - Quote from a character from Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders

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School of Frienship - Headmare's Office

"...Again?" Starlight asked Twilight with Cozy Glow beside her.

"I'm afraid it's all the way in the Changeling Kingdom. But, do not fret: With you and Cozy Glow left in charge, things should run smoothly. I better get running now." Twilight stated and teleported away.

"Don't worry Starlight, all you got to do is keep things as Twilight Sparkle would want..." Cozy Glow was stating before suddenly Chancellor Neighsay barged in. "WHAT?!" She exclaimed only for Starlight to get put into a room with the five non-pony friends she made.

"You are going to stay in there while I start making changes around here." Chancellor Neighsay said. "And no one is going to stop me this time." He added.

"...My friends..." Cozy Glow said. She noticed Sandbar got away. She thought to herself "...Sandbar? Where's he running off to?" She wondered and flew off. Chancellor Neighsay dismissed her.

"Bah...no matter now then..." Chancellor Neighsay soon was looking at the profile of Cozy Glow. "...That's strange..." He said, when he noticed there was not a lot of information regarding her. "...All that's in here is her application form. And while I don't approve of Twilight's decision to adopt that pegasus filly...everything seems to be in working order so...I can't get rid of her. I suppose for the time being, she can roam free." He said. He noticed one extra profile in addition to the the five non-ponies he just locked up. One with no profile picture, but only the name "The Chessmaster". "...Now I wonder who this could be." He said and looked through it. He found nothing if not just another application, which was very neatly and fully written out. "...How odd...I guess I'll have to ask around about this so called 'Chessmaster' and ask them about this." He noted.

Cutie Mark Crusader's Clubhouse - Outside

"...And that's why I need your help, Cutie Mark Crusdaders." Sandbar said after waking up the CMC.

"So this was your plan? Not bad." Cozy Glow said. "In fact, this works." She noted.

"Cozy Glow, by the way, I've been meaning to ask you something." Sandbar said.

"Go ahead." Cozy Glow said.

"Do you know anything about someone calling themselves 'The Chessmaster'? Because they were supposed to start school the same day as me and my friends but Twilight's been unable to find them." Sandbar said. Suddenly Cozy Glow's eyes changed from their normal ruby red to a sapphire blue.

"...Ask and you shall receive, my dear friend Sandbar." A new voice coming from Cozy Glow said.

"...What? What's going on? Are you okay?" Sandbar asked Cozy Glow.

"Hi Sandbar...I'm Cozy Glow's other half. I'm The Chessmaster. And your going to need my help plus the CMCs if we plan on saving your friends. Don't worry, my memories with Cozy Glow are linked." This new Cozy Glow said in such a caring and loving voice.

"...Multi-personality disorder? Cozy Glow, why didn't you say anything?" Sanbar said. Cozy Glow's eyes turned back to normal.

"...Ack...sorry...I just...didn't want to be isolated so...I had to hide my other personality..." Cozy Glow said. "I always end up alone because of Chessmaster..." She added.

"...Well...you've got some explaining to do then." Apple Bloom suddenly said alongside the rest of the CMC which included Diamond Tiara and Silver Spoon.

"...Well...like I've been explaining I have two personalities: Myself, Cozy Glow and then there's my other personality: The Chessmaster. She's not that much different then me, just more caring and loving." Cozy Glow stated.

"...That's it?" Sweetie Belle asked. "Honestly, I'm not sure why you thought you had to hide that from your friends. True friends don't care about things like that." She added.

"Oh...I guess I'm still learning..." Cozy Glow Said.

"But hey, if that other personality of yours can help, can you switch back now?" Scootaloo asked.

"It doesn't work like that. You'd have to say HER name to get her to talk about it." Cozy Glow stated.

"...Then can you please let us talk to The Chessmaster?" Diamond Tiara asked.

"DIAMOND TIARA THAT'S..." Silver Spoon was about to get on her friend's case when she noticed Cozy Glow's eyes changed color.

"...Right...so here's my plan." The Chessmaster said.

THE SCHOOL OF FRIENDSHIP - MAIN HALL

As chancellor Nieghsay began to gather students, suddenly Cozy Glow, Sandbar, and the CMC arrived.

"WHATEVER HE'S DOING, DON'T LISTEN TO HIM!" Diamond Tiara called out. "He's trying to convert this school into property of the E.E.A., and has captured five of your classmates." She announced.

"It's true, he's taken my friends hostage!" Sandbar said. This caused a riot to form on Chancellor Nieghsay.

"Why you pegasus filly...you are nothing but a child and an orphan, Cozy Glow." Chancellor Neighsay said.

"Maybe, but you don't know everything about me." Cozy Glow said. "By the way, do you know the name of the student who was supposed to start the same time as Sandbar and his friends?" She asked, with a grin.

"Why, that'd be The Chessmaster but I don't see..." Chancellor said but got interrupted when he saw Cozy Glow's eyes change color.

"...Hello Chancellor Neighsay...I'm The Chessmaster." The Chessmaster Said before flying to Chancellor Neighsay and removing his medallion.

"You...you and Cozy Glow are..." Chancellor neighsay said, watching Cozy's eyes change.

"Yep. Two separate personalities, but a shared mindset." Cozy Glow said. "And trust me, you've never met anyone like my other self." She added.

"With a name like 'The Chessmaster', that's a given." Silver Spoon said, which switched Cozy Glow back.

"...Wanna know why the Rook is essential for chess, Chancellor Neighsay?" Chessmaster asked.

"...Your going to tell me anyways aren't you?" Chancellor Neighsay asked.

"You bet. It's a vital piece for winning chess. And the phrase one uses when they win the game..." Chessmaster said before opening the door containing her trapped friends. "...is the same one I'm using on you: CHECKMATE!" Chessmaster said before pressing the medallion which got rid of the magical chains surrounding the remaining Student 7.

"Let's get going everycreature!" Sweetie Belle said.

To say Chancellor Neighsay was overwhelmed was an understatement; he was in a stalemate for up until the Princess of Friendship with her friends arrived with backup from the two royal sisters. After defeating Chancellor Neighsay, the stallion realized the faults he had in his short sighted views. And things returned to normal.

But the next day, over the weekend...something else had to be addressed...

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Princess Twilight's Castle - Map Room

"...So...you have two personalities in you?" Twilight asked Cozy Glow.

"Yep. Sorry for not mentioning it sooner mommy I was just...scared to reveal my secret to all my new friends." Cozy Glow stated but flew over to the student 7 and the CMC. "But now, I don't really have to, anymore. Because they are my true friends, and true friends don't fret over little things like that." Cozy Glow Stated. "...Just wish I could control it." She noted.

"Well I for one don't care if your Cozy Glow or The Chessmaster." Scataloo said. "Your still the same friend we've come to know." She added just as Cozy Glow switched again.

"...You all do need to be careful. Switching suddenly like this could get me and Cozy Glow jumbled up." Chessmaster said.

"Well either way, it was your brilliant strategy that allowed us to stop Chancellor Neighsay." Diamond Tiara said.

"While Cozy Glow loves chess, I like detailed plans. Our cutie mark is both a symbol for her skill in chess and my skill in making plans." Chessmaster said. "And now that I've met all of you, I plan on making those plans to help all my friends out." She said.

"...Okay, can you go back to Cozy Glow now? We'll call on you if we need your help again." Silver Spoon said, making Cozy Glow switch. "...Thank you." she said.

"...Well she was running out of topics anyways." Cozy Glow said.

"Still, Silver Spoon shouldn't have been so rude about it." Starlight said.

"It's fine. We don't mind." Cozy Glow said. "If anything, I get tired of Chessmaster from time to time too." She added. At that, everyone shared a laugh. "But let's not forget the most important friendship lesson of all..." Cozy Glow paused for dramatic effect. "FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC!"

THE END (FOR REAL)!