Kimetsu No Yaiba: Cannibal Corps

"Do you truly believe they will attack, Sister?" Shinobu asked as she watched the sun slowly dip over the horizon. The sky was a beautiful color of yellow and redish orange accented by the shadows of mountains casting long shadows over barely noticeable towns.

"Unfortunately, demons have eyes and ears everywhere, so I wouldn't doubt that they heard of your... Physical issues." Kanae began while trying to avoid hurting her sister. She knew that she wasn't strong enough to cut off a demon's head, but that didn't stop Shinobu from developing her own way of fighting. "We're using that to our advantage. Even out of practice, I managed to hold off a Lower Moon before the sun came up."

Shinobu smiled at that. She liked that they were going to trick the demons into an up hill battle. "Using correct information for a trap; not bad." Kanae chuckled a bit, but didn't say much. "But why add that demon- I mean, Nova? He seems far to inexperienced for something like this. Despite how far he came in his training, it wasn't even a minimal amount of time to teach him the basics."

"He knows two of the demons' blood demon arts used by our enemy, but he has an inability to describe things correctly. Having him fight may be one of the only options we have unless the Demon Slayer Corps are willing to send backup." As much as Shinobu hated to admit it, she wasn't a good match for a mission like this. Sure she had the speed, but her breathing technique was mostly meant for one on one combat... Not for a lack of trying.

"I will admit that having a demon with a malleable body would make things much easier. Not to mention that he's a Cannibal Type too." Shinobu looked down at the floor for a second before taking a breath in. "Do you truly intend on him becoming your successor?"

"Yes, he shows promise and seems to have a good heart. I believe he could become a fine Demon Slayer or, at the very least, a great ally." Kanae stopped for a second before looking at her sister, a kind smile on her face. "I believe you found your success too. All of us brought together in one place and with a common enemy, I'd say fate has been good to us."

"Someone's dead, how is that a good fate." Shinobu deadpanned at her sister who began to sweat.

"I said it was good, not perfect."

(First Person — Nova)

"Just an hour or so until night and we'll be in the fight of our lives." I said before absorbing my fans.

"I'm sorry, but I think you mean the fight of your life." I deadpanned at Fluttershy's comment. Sometimes, I forgot that she can get snarky.

"Just stay safe please." I created two new fans and hid them under my sleeves. It's surprisingly easy when you have a body like this. "Hopefully, it'll be done by tonight and then we can begin our real training, sis."

"Please stop, it was weird the first time. You may be adopted, but I'd rather you treat me like a friend." Thank God she said it, I cringed so hard after reminding myself about that.

"Thank God, I don't want to have to do that again... At least we can say we tried." Fluttershy chucked a bit, a slight ray of humor finally cast over this serious situation.

All that ended when the door swung open with a loud bang. Behind it was a certain rainbow maned mare who didn't look particularly thrilled. Her confident expression was replaced by a neutral one with her hair covering her face.

"You..." She said before looking at us. It was clear that she was talking to me with the tone she was taking. If it wasn't clear enough, she walked right up to me and glared at me with anger. "Why didn't you say anything?"

"Say anything about what? I need context." Would you be surprised that I genuinely did know what she was talking.

"About what's happening you jerk!" She yelled, ferocity in her voice genuinely making me jump. I haven't heard her do sound like this ever, but I could tell she was worried and scared. Her eyes were filled with tears as she finally looked at me with such a terrified expression. "I h-heard you were in the nurse's office and that y-you-you were hurt badly. Then I hear that you're going to fight against something that'll kill you." Her voice was breaking and about to collapse as tears crept down her face.

I caught her before she could fall. She looked at me after I wrapped my arms around her. "I know I should have told you, but I didn't want you to be afraid." She didn't respond as more tears crept down her cheeks. This is no doubt a terrifying situation for a kid. "I'll make sure we win Rainbow Dash. You have my word."

She didn't say anything for a while before I felt her hand grip my haori and the kimono underneath. "Please don't go... I don't want to loose my friend..." Her voice was horse from choking back her sobs. All I could offer was an understanding smile, one of reassurance, and a silent promise.

Fluttershy grabbed RD gently and pulled her close. Neither of us wanted to say that there wasn't a choice. There were only two demon slayer capable of combat so having someone like me would be beneficial for the fight. I still have little control over my blood demon art, limiting it to coating body parts, but it was better than nothing. Having to say that would only make her feel guilty for trying to stop me.

"I guess even the coolest pony can feel fear." I silently said to myself. It's slowly becoming a habit, albeit a useful one.

I opened the door and got to my position, out in front of the school, in the courtyard. I felt anxious about this plan, mostly because I was the bait, but there's no turning back. I looked at the horizon for the final peaceful moments before the moon rose. The sun was already behind the mountains and it was the perfect time for demons to begin their hunt. From 9pm to 7am, the school will become a battle ground.

There were five demons and three of us. It would be brutal, but I believe we can win... It's a small belief, but still a belief.