Tipping the Scales

Location: Unknown Time: Unknown

I remained still, standing in place as my eyes darted all over the new figure that had just recently appeared before me. It stood at about eight feet, forcing me to bob my head back to catch him in full view. When my eyes met his face a chill was sent down my spine. He was wearing this toothy grin on his muzzle that slightly disturbed me. When I finally collected myself I was about to speak, but I was interrupted by Discord before I could get a word out.

“Now I know you probably have some questions Aaron, but please wait until I finish my explanation.” I merely nodded my head causing the chimera’s grin to grow wider before he continued his speech. “Excellent! Now, as I said my name is Discord, Spirit of Chaos, and I have had my eye on you and your world, Aaron, for quite some time.” Discord walked up to my right placing a lion paw on my left shoulder before he continued walking forward with me at his side. “You see, your world is very different from the one you now find yourself on Aaron. Now I mean besides the obvious ‘talking ponies’ thing, there is something else, something much bigger.”

With a snap of his talons two leopard skin sofas appeared out of nowhere directly in front of us. I jumped back in surprise as Discord chuckled and laid down stretching in one of the sofas. I just stood there, still surprised by the sudden appearance of the two furniture pieces. Discord noticed this and motioned me to take a seat on the other. I hesitantly made my way over to the couch sitting down.

“Now that we’re more comfortable let’s get into the more important matters. Aaron, are you familiar with the term magic.” I was confused but nodded anyway. “Good, now as I understand your kind is unable to channel said magic correct?” Alright, I was really confused now but once again nodded my head. “Hmm, I expected as much.” Discord took a deep breath before he spoke once more. “Now, I don’t have the time for a long winded explanation nor do I desire to so… I am just going to be blunt. Magic is real.” I merely stared blankly at his serious gaze before…

“BWAHAHAHAHAHAHA...” I burst out laughing right then. Magic, is this guy for real? Who does he think I am some little kid?

Well… it would kind of explain the couches…

Shut up brain- wait… you might have a point there. However I am not going to be convinced that easily, but it is now open to the realm of possibility. I stopped my laughing fit and regained my composure, still being met by his solid expression.

“Sorry about that, it’s just… that’s a bit hard to believe.”

“Yes, I see how that could come off as some kind of joke to a person of your origins. Although I can assure you I was not laying, in fact I can give a basic example right now.”

This should be interesting… I gave a nod of approval.

“Very well…” With a snap of his talons a bright flash emanated from his hand causing me to shut my eyes. When I reopened them I looked around. Everything seemed… the same.

“I don’t get it. What happ*RIBBET*…”

What, the fuck. I averted my gaze down and blanched at what I saw. My hands had been replaced by… flippers. I was now seated on my haunches and was considerably… smaller. I was a mother fucking frog. Then the sound of laughter burst out from behind. Jumping around, I was met with the sight of Discord rolling on the ground laughing heartily.

“You *pant* should see the *pant* look on your *pant* face! BWAHAHAHAHAHA…”

“Change…me…back,” I said venom dripping from my voice. Discord only continued to laugh. “I said CHANGE ME BACK!” This caused discord to quiet down. He pulled himself up wiping a tear from his eye.

“Oh alright yah killjoy…” With another snap of his talons I was back to my former self. I gave a sigh of relief before turning to Discord with a death glare. “Convinced...” He asked with a grin.

“Never…again…”

“I will take that as a yes.” Discord took back his place on the sofa as he continued.

“As you can see now, magic is very real. The little trick I just showed you was a prime example of Chaos magic.” Wait, he said chaos magic. Are there different types?

“Are there more than one form of magic?”

“Ah, very observant, yes Chaos magic is one of four main types of magic. These are Chaos, as you just saw, Celestial magic, Base magic, and Elemental magic. Each of these magic types serves a unique purpose. First let me explain Elemental magic. The purpose of this form of magic is the ability to manipulate your respective element, if you are wondering how this is determined it is commonly chosen through the natural habitat of the creature the ability is given to. So, I can imagine humans would most likely be earth. The names of these magic users are the Elementals. These beings can be any species, but they are extremely rare. The last one was born I think over three-thousand years ago."

Three-thousand years *whistle*

"Yes, I know it is quite rare. Although, the elemental magic is not just limited to physical elements, but can harness mental ones as well."

"Like what?"

"Well an example I guess would be personality traits. You know things like honesty, generosity, kindness, etc."

"Huh, when was the last one of those created?"

"Actually, the last ones were formed just two years ago. The six Elements of Harmony."

"Wait, what are the Elements of-" I began to speak before being interrupted by Discord.

"That, is not something i would like to talk about right now. A bit of a touchy subject matter for me."

"Oh... okay."

"Yes well moving on, let's discuss Celestial magic. Now this energy is apparently not present in your home dimension. However in this universe it is very much existent, the purpose of this magical energy is to achieve the movement of the celestial bodies. Such as stars, planets, galaxies, etc. Your universe is in no need of this energy for these movements are natural on your world. I can’t say the same of this dimension. Here the sun and moon along with countless other star systems are moved with the assistance of  beings locally known as the Alicorns. Currently three have taken residence on the planet, but only two are capable of manipulating this magical field.

Next is Base magic. Base magic is basically the most ever-present form of magic. This energy flows through almost all dimensions, including yours. Although it is not that large a presence in yours unlike in this universe, base magic in this universe is not only present but has literally infused its energy signature into all beings residing in this plane. Although that does not mean all have the ability to manipulate it. Sure they all have some innate abilities, but to cast things such as spells and enchantments you require a conduit. An example of a conduit would be a unicorn’s horn, you could relate it to, hmm let me think of something you can relate it to. Hmmm, OH I got it. I guess you could relate it to a satellite. A conduit, like an satellite, can both receive and send out signals. Although in this case the signals they are sending out are spells. There is no real purpose for this form of magic other many domestic and practical uses, but environments where this energy is a large presence can have some interesting qualities.

Last and certainly not least, is Chaos magic. Chaos magic has a fairly simple however extremely important cause. Its purpose is to provide balance in the universe between chaos and harmony. If the scales were to slip either way, catastrophe would ensue! Chaos magic is almost like base magic, it is ever present in all planes but some more than others. However unlike base magic, Chaos magic can only be naturally manipulated by a single known creature, instead of many. Give you three guesses which one it is.”

“You, I would suppose.”

“DING, DING, DING WE HAVE A WINNER! Ahem, yes you would be correct. I am a member of a very rare species known as the draconequus. As far as I know, I am the last living member left of my race.”

“Im so sorry,” I say with sympathy evident in my voice.

“Bah, don’t be. No need to fuss about it now that I have you.”

“What… what do you mean?” I am looking up at Discord as he wears his signature grin. He then proceeds to throw his arms up into the air dramatically as he shouts…

“Aaron Young, I have chosen you to take under my wing as my apprentice, and learn the ways of Chaos magic!”