>You surveyed the scene.
>Twilight's new castle, should be easy enough to raid.
>You lower your binoculars and pet Pinkie.
"Still can't believe we're doing this."
>"She asked for it Nonny, she started this war, we're finishing it."
>You raised an eyebrow at your companion.
"Since when did you get so serious?"
>She mumbles something.
"Sorry?"
>"Since she hurt you."
"Ah come on it was nothing, I-"
>"It WAS serious, now we're going to go down there and kick their butts!"
"... I guess you're right."
>You grab your homemade bat and slide down the hill with Pinkie.
>How did she talk you into this?
>"STOP RIGHT THERE YOU BRUTE!"
"Sup Rarity?"
>She looks puzzled for a moment.
>"W-well, my little sister is actually learning how to cook, so that's nice I suppose. How's your day be-"
>You cut her off with your bat.
"Sorry, gotta fight dirty sometimes."
>"Well that was just rude."
>She rubs her cheek.
>You decide it's best to knock her out.
>"You'll never get away with this, you know that don't you?"
"Oh hush, you drama queen."
>She splays out in dramatic form, befitting one such as herself.
>Scanning the area, you proceed towards the castle.
>"U-um, c-could you please stop Mr. Anonymous?"
>You shove Flutters aside.
"That's nice."
>"Cheer up Fluttershy, you ALMOST stood up to him this time! Next time you'll just have to do better!"
>"Y-yeah, you too."
>Now, how to deal with AJ and Dash? That was the real question.
>They wouldn't be so simple.

>You sneak up behind AJ and grab her rope.
>You smirk, whispering to Pinkie.
"They should've checked the bushes, watch this."
>You throw the rope around AJ and pull her in, letting Pinkie tie her up.
>You step to Dash, dropping the bat.
>"Pinkie, why're you with him? I thought we were friends!"
>"Well, I like him AJ, duh."
>You smile.
>Thanks Pinks.
>"I think you're gonna want that bat."
"Nah, I've been working out, this ain't ending like last time."
>"Oh it's gonna be like that is it? Bring it on!"
>She tackles you and the two of you roll around on the ground for dominance.
>You smash her nose with your elbow.
"Get off me you blue bitch!"
>"You first, egghead!"
>She steps on your gut.
>You lift her up with your legs and kick her off of you.
>She started to go for another dive at you.
>You stand up, wrapping your arms around her in a grab, and suplex her into the ground.
>"GAHCK! D-darn it!"
"Phew, good fight."
>"Same to you... I'm gonna take a nap."
>Shit, you didn't mean to actually knock Dash out.
>Still, turns out Pinkie teaching you how to wrestle was a good thing.
>You dust yourself off, gotta look presentable to the Princess of Friendship after all.
>You pick up the bat and throw open the doors, motioning for Pinkie to follow you.
>If things went according to plan, Spike should've put some laxatives in the guards' lunches.
>Was it a bit harsh? Maybe, but they'll get over it.
>Nobody was in sight, so you assumed you were good to go.
"We're coming for you, Twilight."
>"She can't hear you Nonny."
"Just let me have my moment Pinkie."
>"Sorry."

>You waltz into the royal chambers.
"Good day, m'princess."
>She scowls at you.
>"Don't do that."
"Sorry, couldn't help myself."
>"Whatever, at least now I can finish what the others couldn't."
>She was really getting into this.
>She blasted you with a magic spell.
>That actually stung a little.
"Haha, did you forget my magic resistance Twilight?!"
>She was charging up a spell.
>Shit, wait a minute.
>You're sent flying across the room like a dead fish before slamming into the wall.
"FUCK! That really fucking hurt Twi, what the hell dude?! This was supposed to be a LARP!"
>She kicked your gut.
>"Shut up, get out of here, I need to talk to Pinkie about you."
>"TWILIGHT!"
>"I seriously can't stand this guy."
>"He hasn't done anything wrong!"
>"He's obnoxious."
>"So am I, you gonna blast me with your superpowers too?"
>"Pinkie, you're my friend and- wait, you aren't obnoxious."
>"Hehe, gotcha."
>"Pinkie, this is serious. I don't like him."
>"Well I do."
>She looks down at you, "You're still here? Go. Now."
>You start laughing and coughing at the same time.
>You stand up and tower over her.
"No."
>"I never noticed it before, but you're a rather large guy."
"Perhaps for someone of your stature."
>"Why are you such a jerk?"
"That's just how I joke with my friends, I don't see you freaking out over Dash being a bitch."
>"But-"
"Forget it. I thought you would enjoy a LARP, not use it as an excuse to attack me personally."
>She looks like she almost regrets it for a moment.
"I know I can be hard to get along with, but if you wanted me to leave all you had to do was ask."
>You look towards Pinkie.
"Come on Pinks, we should go."
>"Yeah, seeya later when you decide to stop being such a grumpy pants, Twilight!"
>You stop to untie AJ.
>"Y'all look awful."
"Don't remind me."

>You poked Dash.
"Wake up sleepyhead."
>"Ugh... whoa, what happened to you Anon?"
"Eh, blasted across the room."
>"Hah! Wow I didn't think Twilight had it in her but- oh, jeez are you hurt?"
>You rub your side.
"Nothing Pinkie can't fix, it's mostly my pride that's hurt."
>"Which you already have enough of a problem with."
>You start to argue with Dash but you realize she's not wrong.
>"See? We're gonna have to work on your self-esteem sometime."
"Thanks?"
>"You're welcome!"
>AJ tugs her hair a bit, "Come on Dash, you said you'd help me plow the fields."
>Dash sighs and cranes her neck back and forth, "Alright, I guess I can't back out now, huh?"
>You kept a straight face.
>You didn't let out any less-than-wholesome jokes.
>Even if it was a little funny.
>Just two mares, plowing fields together.
>Working out together, alone, in a barn.
>You knew for a fact that there wasn't anything kinky going on, you'd helped out before.
>... Do you know that though?
>Two mares are hotter than one mare, that's just mathematics.
>You shook the thoughts away.
>Damn them and their toned athletic bodies.
>You looked over at Pinkie's firm, plump booty.
>... How'd you never notice that before?
>"Oh my Mr. Anon, you look like you're in a lot of pain!"
>Fluttershy, of all ponies, managed to startle you.
"Uh- um, y-yeah a little."
>She scrunches her nose, "Were you looking at their butts?"
>Pinkie swings her head around and giggles, "He stares at mine all the time."
>She bumps your leg with it, "I think I win the 'Best Booty Award' don't you, Nonny?"
"Y-yuh."
>You start sweating.
>"Pinkie! Stop teasing him, he needs medical attention!"
>The timid little pegasus starts dragging you off.
"Hey wait a minute I wanted to cuddle with Pinkie..."
>"Later."
"... Alright, I guess."

>Fluttershy poked Rarity awake.
>"Whaha! Oh, it's over? Oh my goodness, Anonymous darling! What happened to you?"
>"There's no time to explain, get Pinkie and I a couple of nurse outfits, stat!"
>"I am on the case!"
>She blushes, "Ahem, that is, I will get you the dresses. This acting game was quite fun Anonymous."
>She gives your leg a little hug, "It's just a shame it turned out this way."
>You pat her head, careful not to mess up her mane.
"It's okay Rarara."
>She scrunches her nose as you boop it.
>"How do you function, dear?"
"Even in times of chaos, I cannot resist a good booping."
>Fluttershy starts dragging you along the ground.
>You wave to Rarity.
"Seeya later, marshmallow butt!"
>"Mr. Anon!"
"What?"
>"... How come you never talk about my butt anymore?"
>Thoughts of a pissed off bunny flood your mind.
"Angel terrifies me."
>"Oh he's not so bad."
>A thought of him brandishing a kitchen knife comes to mind.
"F-fuck, oh god he can use tools I forgot."
>"Well yes, why does that scare you?"
"He held me at knifepoint the last time I joked about your ass, I'd tried to block it out of memory."
>"I'll have to have a stern talking with him."
"Please don't, I don't want to have to check every room before I go to bed."
>"But-"
"Just let him have this victory, it's not that big of a deal and it'll keep him satisfied."
>Jokes on Angel, Fluttershy had the weakest booty of the six.
>Not that you'd ever tell her that, it'd break her heart.
>Maybe, probably not. It would still be rude though.
>You don't even notice you're in Fluttershy's house until she sits you on the bed.
>You set aside the Booty Database in your mind for a moment and focus on her.
>"Do you mind taking off your shirt for me?"

>You start taking it off, and flash her a smirk.
"Rather forward of you, Ms. Fluttershy."
>She blushes and covers her mouth with her hooves.
>"S-sorry, I'msosorry! I didn't mean it like that, honest!"
"Calm down, I'm just teasing you."
>She pouts, "You shouldn't tease me like that."
"But you're just so damn cute when I do, that's like rewarding me for teasing you."
>You squish her cheeks.
>"... I suppose it does feel nice to be complimented like this."
>Pinkie barges into the room and throws an outfit at Flutters.
>"Quickly Nurse Fluttershy, go get changed!"
>"O-okay."
>She walks out to go to the bathroom, and Pinkie bounces over to you.
>"Wowie! AJ and Dash have been working you pretty hard the past few weeks!"
>You hadn't noticed it, but you did have some abs now.
>No wonder you knocked Dash out earlier.
>She nuzzles her head against your stomach.
>"Mmm, yep! You still have your smooth skin at least. I'll miss that little pudgy-wudgy."
>Of course, you were never very fat, keeping up with the party pony ensured that.
>Come to think of it, you'd started eating a lot healthier since you got to Equestria.
>After nearly choking on hay, because Pinkie insisted you at least try it.
>You noticed a bird on the window sill.
>It chirped a little tune and landed beside you, giving you a peck on the cheek.
>Hehe, peck, it's funny because-
>"Okay Anon, we're all done!"
>-it's a bird.
"Uh, what DID you do?"
>"Well, we put some burn ointment on you and checked for broken bones. Luckily, you didn't break anything!"
>She starts taking off the nurse outfit, "You'll have to rest for a few days though..."
"What's with that look?"
>"Well, it'll probably leave a nasty bruise for a while."
>Shit, bruises suck.
"I guess I'll just have to deal with it then."
>You lift yourself out of the bed and onto the floor.
"Thanks for patching me up, doc!"
>You motion for Pinkie, still in her outfit, to follow you.
>"Seeya later Fluttershy!"

>"Sorry for getting you hurt Nonny."
"It's not your fault, there's no way you could've known Twilight would've done that."
>She sighs, "I just don't know what's gotten into her recently."
>You give her ear a little scratch.
"Cheer up, we'll figure it out eventually."
>"I hope so, I want my friend back."
>Silence encompasses you for a while.
"You look really good in that outfit."
>Her demeanor brightens up at that, "You think so?"
"Of course! It definitely highlights your hips and your perfect pink pony plot."
>She gets a devilish look in her eyes, lowering them to bedroom levels.
>"I'll keep that in mind."
>She clamps her mouth shut.
>"Uh, I mean, t-thanks Nonny. Sorry for being weird."
>Oh yeah, you compliment all their asses.
>Cept Fluttershy, you didn't have a deathwish.
"W-well I mean I'd be okay with it and-"
>"Nonono, you don't have to do that for me!"
"But you don't understand, I like you!"
>"Well duh silly, you're my friend!"
"I mean, I like you the most!"
>"Aw, I'm glad I'm your best friend!"
"I... I love you, Pinkie."
>She fidgets, a blush forming on her face as she bites her lower lip.
>You can actually see her breathing speed up.
>"I uh, I gotta go Nonny. I'll talk to you later!"
>She runs off, and you could swear you saw her start to cry before she made like Dash and flew.
"Hey, wait a minute!"
>You try to give chase, but your side starts hurting after a few seconds.
>Dropping to your knees and clutching your side, you start crying yourself.
"F-fuck, there you go again Anon. You blew it."
>You slam your fist into the ground.
"Damn it!"
>Time to make the trek back to your house alone.

>You barge into Sugarcube Corner and run up to your room.
>Locking the door behind you, you take off the nurse outfit and set it aside neatly.
>You wanted to make sure Rarity got it back in one piece.
>Then you jumped onto your bed and buried your face into your pillow.
"W-why did I have to be so stupid?"
>He probably thinks you hate him now.
>Nopony had ever made you feel quite as super duper special as Nonny did.
>You'd always hoped that maybe you were the one he liked.
>You had your chance, and you messed it up.
>You'd been messing up a lot lately.
>He already has a pretty poor image of himself, what if he hurts himself because of you?
>Or worse...
>He was brave enough to say it, even with his low self-esteem.
>Why couldn't you do the same?
>You're a big pony, you can do romance too!
>Probably...
>You can feel your hair deflating, and what was left of your good mood along with it.
>"Pinkie, dear?"
>You sniffle, turning to Mrs. Cake.
"Y-yeah?"
>"Are you alright?"
"No, I'm really really not."
>She walks over to you and sits down beside you, wrapping her hooves around you in a warm embrace.
>Just like your mother did before you moved out on your own.
>You should send her another letter sometime.
>"Do you mind telling me what's on your mind honey?"
"I messed up real bad, and I think somepony who is super special to me might think I hate him now."
>She laughs, just hearing it makes you feel a little better already.
>"Why would anypony hate you? You're one of the nicest ponies I've ever known!"
"It's Anon, he... he confessed to me and I... I didn't know what to say so I just, I just ran off."
>"You always manage to fix the problems you cause, you should just go tell him how you feel."
"Is it really that simple?"
>She giggles, "I don't know what Rarity has filled your head with, but I can tell you it's not complicated."
"What?"
>"Sure, my husband's confession was awfully corny, but he didn't have to save me from a dragon to do it."
>Oh, makes sense.

"Wait, the door was locked, how did you-"
>She jingles her master key in front of you.
"Oh, right."
>She wipes your tears away with her apron, "There, now go get 'em!"
>You smile and nod, and then you were off.
>You bounced along the road, running into Dashie along the way.
"Hey Dashie! I need an airlift!"
>She picks you up and sits you on her back, leaping into the air.
>"Where to?"
"Nonny's place, step on it!"
>"Hold on tight!"
>You wrap your hooves around her chest.
>Flying on Dashie never gets old.
>"Mind telling me why you're in such a rush?"
"I need to fix a problem!"
>"Friendship problem?"
"Hehe, you could say that..."
>You could see her start to smirk.
>"So, a 'friendship' problem?"
>She drags out the word and places an emphasis on the friend part.
"Sh-shut up."
>"Hey, I'm not judging. I think it's kinda cool actually, he's helped preen my feathers before y'know?"
"Yeah? How was it?"
>"Those fingers of his are amazing!"
>Don't think dirty thoughts, don't be a weirdo Pinkamena Diane Pie.
>You did it anyway.
>Bad Pinkie, that's not until the third date at least.
>Or so Rarity tells you.
>What does she actually know though?
>All of her romances never work out.
>Maybe your friend isn't as smart as she thinks she is?
>Don't be silly, Rarity is really smart!
>Except for all those times she wasn't.
>Actually-
>"We're here!"
>Dash sets you down and gives you a pat on the head with her wing.
>"Good luck, not that you'll need it!"
>And with that, she left as quickly as she came.
>You turned to the door, and worked up your nerve.
>Then, you knocked.

>You open your door.
>It's Pinkie.
"Oh, h-hey there. Sorry for ruining things earlier, I understand if you don't wanna be my friend anymore."
>Great, you're already making her feel worse.
>Good going champ.
>You turn and walk towards the deck of cards you'd been stacking into a house.
>Had to get your mind off of her somehow.
>She walks in, closing the door behind her.
>"Listen, Nonny I-"
"You don't have to explain yourself to me, I get it. I'm a big, gangly freak to you ponies."
>"But-"
"And I shouldn't have expected you to like me, shouldn't have gotten my hopes up."
>"NONNY!"
>You turn to her.
"What?"
>"I, uh... I like you too. Like, a lover, I think. I mean, I'm willing to try, at least."
>It felt odd hearing her take so many pauses with her speech.
>She usually blasts out a couple hundred words per minute.
"... I'm really bad at reading signals, aren't I?"
>She smiles and nods, "Yeah, you big nerd."
>She hops up on your couch and gives you a hug.
>"Don't you ever worry me like that again!"
"Me?! What about you? I thought I'd really messed up bad!"
>"I thought you were gonna hurt yourself because of me!"
"Haha- wait what."
>Ponies actually hurt themselves sometimes?
>Like, on purpose?
>Not for masochism's sake?
>For real?
>"What? There are plenty of sad ponies that hurt themselves!"
>Shit, that's a bad feeling knowing that happens.
>"That's another reason I always try to cheer everypony up. You never know who needs that smile."
>You pause for a second, and start stroking her mane.
"Pinkie?"
>"Yeah Nonny?"
"... You are my sunshine."
>She wiggles closer against you.
>"... Thank you."
>The two of you finally passed out from exhaustion.

>You squinted your eyes open.
"Mmph, Pinks, could ya lemme up?"
>She groans, rolling off of you.
"Thanks."
>You looked over at your kitchen.
>Wish you could just open the fridge from here.
>You extended your arm.
>Maybe someday Twilight could teach you magic.
>Then you could open the fridge and pull out that apple that you wanted.
>The one that's in your hand now.
>Wait a minute.
"Holy shit, I think Twi blasted me harder than she thought."
>You turned to Pinkie.
"I need to test something."
>You lifted her into the air.
>Without touching her.
>"Whee! I didn't know you could do magic Nonny! Have you been holding out on me?"
"... We can't tell Twilight about this."
>You took a bite out of the apple.
>An apple a day keeps the doctor away.
>Especially because it pleases the Apple Mafia.
>AJ can deny it all she wants, you refuse to believe they don't have one.
>You swing open the door.
"Let's go have some fun, shall we?"
>"Yeah! We should go give Rarity a hand!"
>You could feel the shit-eating grin on your face.
"I like the way you think."
>"Follow me! Or uh, just sit on my back."
>You wrapped your legs around her waist, not wanting your feet to drag along the ground.
"To Carousel Boutique!"
>She bounced along the path.
>Is this what it feels like?
>It was certainly fun enough to ride her.

>You can poke fun at the Apples all you want, they make damn good fruit.
>You had Pinkie stop to get some chocolate milk at the morning market.
>Apples and milk, breakfast of champions who are on the go.
>You stopped in front of Rarity's home.
>Not wasting any time, Pinkie knocked on the door.
>Well, it was more like she nearly broke it off of its hinges.
>"Rarity! You awake?!"
>The door opens.
>Rarity is still in her morning robe, holding a cup of coffee.
>"Ah, good morning dear, I see you brought Anonymo-"
>She stops to straighten up your outfit.
>"If you're going to sleep in them, at least make them look presentable!"
"Sorry."
>"There's no need to apologize Anonymous, I'm simply a bit... short with ponies in the morning."
>You get off Pinkie, walking into the house.
"Nice place."
>You levitate one of the suits over.
"Huh, reminds me a bit of my old suit."
>"I could always design a new suit for you if you wish!"
>She takes a sip of her coffee and sets it down.
>You wait.
>The gears are turning.
>"Wait, since when can you perform magic?!"
"Since Twilight gave me magic radiation, or maybe she gave it to me on purpose, hard to tell anymore."
>"B-but, you don't even have a horn!"
"You know that's not true."
>She sighs, "Don't be coy with me Anonymous, I know what you're referring to."
"Do you though?"
>"Yes, I made those clothes for you, and I can say that your 'horn' is most certainly nothing magical."
>Ouch, that stings.
"Hey now, I'll have you know it's rather large for my species!"
>She has a questioning look on her face.
"... Okay fine, it's about average."
>"You could have at least made it fun for me darling, no need to give up the charade that easily!"

>"I could use a new dress too! Something cute and easy to move around in."
>She thinks about it for a moment, "Like a cheerleader's costume!"
>She points to an adorable light blue outfit.
>You picture Pinkie in the skirt, and that cute little top.
>With a fluff of her poofy fur sticking out from a little heart-shaped hole.
>All the better for you to snuggle with.
"Yes. This is a good idea."
>You think about it for a moment.
"How do skirts work for you guys anyway? Wouldn't your asses be shown off a lot?"
>Even for short skirts, that is.
>"We just make the back part long enough to cover it darling, it's not that complicated."
"But-"
>You decide not to pursue that line of questioning, it would only confuse you more.
>All you needed to know was that Pinkie's amazing ass would be in that cute little skirt.
>Good enough for you.
>"I should have it ready for you tomorrow dear, be sure to bring my, ahem, my display outfit back."
>So Rarity enjoys dressing up in naughty outfits?
>Scandalous.
>Actually, you could've called that one from a mile away.
>This was all getting to be much for poor Anon Jr.
"I think we should probably get going."
>"Well, you two have a wonderful day!"
>"Thanks Rarity! I hope you have a super day too!"
>She gives her a quick hug and bounces off, dragging you along with her.
"Yeah, bye Rares."
>Spaghetti status: Not spilled.
>You could go for some spaghetti sometime soon, actually.
>The two of you bumped into someone.
>Picking yourself off the ground, and ignoring that your face slammed into her ass, you look at him.
>Black coat, brown mane, emerald eyes, pegasus wings, green heart for a Cutie Mark.
"Haha, holy shit are you the resident Changeling?"
>He fidgets, clearly nervous, "Y-yes, m-my name is Buzz, sir."
"Calm down, I got no beef with you."
>He cocks his head, "What about cows?"
"Just a human expression. My name is Anonymous, but please, call me Anon. It's what everyone calls me."

>"Not true, I call you Nonny!"
"And this is Pinkie."
>"I'd heard there was a Changeling in town, but I didn't know it was actually true!"
>She pulls him into a hug, "Wowee! You should've come to me! I need to throw you a party!"
>"Actually, could you maybe not? Not everypony is alright with me being here."
>He frowns, "Not that I can blame them. My Queen is probably trying to track me down as we speak."
"I wouldn't worry too much about her, we could totally take her on."
>"I'm not so sure about that..."
>You wrap an arm around him and pull him into a hug with Pinkie.
"Don't worry about it! You're safe with us!"
>You always wanted to cuddle one of these things.
>The thought of feeding something by hugging it made you feel good.
>"Why are you hugging me?"
"Cause I'm guessing you're hungry, and haven't had breakfast yet."
>"Um, thanks."
>You put him on your shoulders.
>He was barely bigger than the mares around here.
"You... haven't gotten a lot of love, have you?"
>"Not really, though there was a really nice pony that took me in."
>He laughs, "I don't think her bunny likes me though."
>You stop.
"Is his name Angel?"
>"You know Fluttershy?"
>"Duh, she's like one of my best friends silly!"
>"... Oh! You're Pinkie Pie! I'm so sorry! I barely recognized you!"
>"Wait, are you... THAT Changeling? The one who did the really bad impression of me?!"
>You couldn't see his face, but you imagined he was grinning right now.
>"... Maybe."
>"Haha, wow! Small world huh?"
"Sorry, I was just thinking about how Angel almost wanted to kill me that one time."
>"Well, I guess it's for the best I keep out of his way then."
>You had automatically walked to Fluttershy's at his mention of her.
>You knocked on the door.
>Fluttershy opened it, with Angel sitting atop her head.

"Look man, I don't want any trouble."
>He looks puzzled, before rolling back into Fluttershy's hair due to a gigglefit.
"What's so funny?"
>"Angel didn't think that he could actually scare you, I told you he was a sweetie deep down!"
>You sighed.
"When rabbits start brandishing knives at me, I think I have a right to fear for my life."
>You set Buzz down.
>Angel hops into your arms.
"W-why is he rubbing his face against me?"
>"He wants to apologize for scaring you."
>He turns to Fluttershy and stares.
>"He also wants to say that you're really fun to mess with."
"You're a cheeky little bunny, you know that?"
>He smirks and shrugs.
>Good to know he didn't want you dead.
>Only if that meant he wouldn't have as much fun.
>You levitate him back over to Fluttershy.
>He's scared shitless.
"I got some new tricks up my sleeve, by the way."
>"But Nonny, you wear t-shirts."
"What, are you Maud now?"
>That got a giggle out of her.
>Fluttershy scrunches her nose, "Twilight has a lot of explaining to do!"
"I think we should keep her out of the loop for now, until we find out what's got her all worked up."
>"You don't think the Queen got to her, do you?"
>"Don't be silly Buzz, I keep telling you that you're safe here. You should go in and calm down honey."
>"Thanks mother... uh, y'know, since Chrysalis would probably disown me now. I should go."
"Nice guy, if a bit shy."
>"I guess he gets it from me."
>Pinkie giggles, "Well, at least he has a great mom!"
>"I wouldn't go that far... though, I suppose it wouldn't be all that bad now that I think about it."
"Motherly love."
>"What?"
"You're giving him motherly love, you're essentially breastfeeding him, or whatever Changelings do."
>She blushes, "O-oh, gosh that's... that actually feels, kinda nice."
>You see a tiny smile form on her face.
"Well, Pinkie and I should get going, Sugarcube Corner requires our presence! Tally-ho!"
>This time you're dragging Pinkie off.

>"What's gotten into you Nonny?"
"What d'ya mean Pinkie?"
>She wiggles her hoof free and bounces alongside you.
>"You aren't usually in this good of a mood!"
>You wrap an arm around her.
"Well, as if having you around wasn't enough, now I've got magic because of Twilight's mistake!"
>You levitate her into your arms.
"I'm a fuckin' wizard!"
>She giggles, "You always sound so cute when you talk dirty."
>Shit, now she's got you blushing.
>She leans into your ear and whispers, "I kinda, sorta like... dirty things."
>Biting her lip, she continues, "I uh, have a lot of equipment in my secret basement, and-"
"Oh look, we're here!"
>You should really invest in a sweat rag.
>She bursts out into laughter, "Oh Nonny, you should've seen your cheeks! They were almost as pink as me!"
"Sh-shut up."
>You open the door to Sugarcube Corner and step inside, still carrying her in your arms.
"Howdy Mrs. Cake!"
>She stops flattening the dough for a batch of cookies for a moment and looks up at you.
>She has a bit of dough on her muzzle.
>Even milf ponies are cute.
>"Oh, hello there Anon! I see you brought Pinkie with you."
>She holds a hoof over her mouth, suppressing a chuckle.
>"Turns out you were right..."
>She walks over and you toss Pinkie into the air, watching her hugbomb Mrs. Cake.
>"Thanks mo- boss. I meant boss!"
>"You never call me boss."
>Pinkie frowns, "I'd feel kinda bad calling you... mom, considering, well... y'know."
>Mrs. Cake smiles, "How about Mama Cake then?"
>You can see the grin widen on Pinkie's face, "Yeah, that'll work."
>You count off on your fingers.
"Mommy Pie, Granny Pie, Mama Cake... why do all of your parental figures sound so tasty?"
>"Eww, Nonny don't talk that way about my grandma!"
"Well, except your grandma."
>"Nonny! Rude!"
>You couldn't win with this mare.

>The work day passed by without a hitch, up until your last customer.
>Twilight walked in looking groggier than she did the other day.
>You were levitating some flour bags into place.
"Damn Twilight, you look like shit."
>She squints her eyes in annoyance, "Shut up Anon, I don't want to hear i-"
>Her eyes go wide when she sees you using magic.
>"Since when were you able to use magic?"
>You grinned.
"Since you blasted me with magic, thanks for giving it to me by the way."
>She teleports in front of you, "I didn't do that though!"
>She must be really tired, you gave her a pat on the head.
"Well I didn't just get magic, did I?"
>You paused for a moment.
"Wait, I can't just get magic like that, can I?"
>"No! Frankly, I don't trust you with it!"
>Pinkie stepped in to defend you, "Twilight! First of all, rude! Second of all, why not?"
>Twilight was clearly a bit frustrated at this turn of events, "You want to know why not? Fine."
>"I don't like that an amnesiac we found during my brother's wedding has magic all of a sudden."
>You looked away in shame, you still couldn't remember anything but a name, and a feeling.
>Your name, Anonymous, and a feeling of dread for some unknown reason.
>"Hey, that was a low blow Twi! I don't think he likes being unable to remember anything!"
>You still remember Pinkie bumping into you and playing 20 Questions with you.
>You were scurrying away from all the Changelings when you slammed into her.
>The two of you have been good friends ever since.
>You just wished you knew why you couldn't remember.
>Twilight said that there weren't any spells on you.
>So why can't you remember?
>Was it so bad that you just refuse to remember?
>Pinkie must have noticed your expression, because she made Twi leave.
>She tugged at your arm, "C'mon Nonny, you look like you need to lie down."

>You followed her up to her bedroom and let her toss you on the bed.
>She curled up behind you, "Sorry Twi was so mean to you."
"It's fine, just wish I knew where I came from."
>She tightened her grip on you, nuzzling your back.
>"Doesn't matter where you came from, what matters is where you are now."
>You chuckled.
"When did you become Twilight?"
>She giggles, "She's not the only one who can do friendship stuff y'know?"
>You feel her kiss the back of your neck.
"It's not even that late though."
>"You need a rest, Nurse Pinkie's orders!"
"Were snuggles a part of your plan?"
>She gets your face tangled in her puff of hair, "Mhmm."
>The way she coos makes your heart melt.
>You place a hand under her chin and scratch it.
"Thanks Pinks, I needed this."
>She starts humming a tune, a melody that reminds you of your past.
>You can hear your father's voice as he sang you a lullaby.
"Pinkie, I think... I think I remember that song. What's the name of it?"
>"Um... I think it was something like the Tears of the Moon? I heard Buzz humming it."
>You remember a cage, and your father's face for a brief moment.
>You tried to remember your mother, but you almost threw up.
>"What's wrong Nonny?!"
>You kept it in.
"I'm... I'm fine, just... don't wanna remember my mom, apparently. Hah, I'm alright now."
>You'd have to ask Buzz about what the song meant the next time you saw him.
>For now, you fell asleep with Pinkie at your back.

>You awoke to the Sun rising in the distance.
>Pinkie was still cuddled up next to you, snoring peacefully.
>You flipped around and waited for her to wake up.
>Her eyes fluttered open and she started to yawn.
>Just as she was about to close her mouth, you gave her a kiss.
"Good morning, sleepyhead."
>She blushed and held her hooves in front of her face.
>"Hey Nonny, glad to see you're feeling better this morning."
>You gave her a pat on the head, and jumped out of bed.
>Stretching your arms and legs, you headed into the bathroom to wash your face.
>Pinkie leapt up beside you and started brushing her teeth.
"How do you use toothbrushes with hooves?"
>"How do you grab stuff with your fingers?"
"... Touche."
>You thought about what to do today.
>You could go to the park with Pinkie, but that was a bit overdone.
>Maybe the lake?
"Hey Pinks, wanna go check out the lake?"
>"Why the lake, Nonny?"
>You shrugged.
"I dunno, figured it would be fun. Sound good?"
>She smiled, "Yeah, sounds nice and cozy."
>You ruffled her mane and threw on a t-shirt and a pair of jeans.
>You grabbed a peach and some juice as you left the house, Pinkie bouncing behind you.
>You weren't actually that hungry for some reason.
>Should probably find Buzz before you go to the lake.
>You took a short detour to Fluttershy's house.
>Knocking on her door, you shared your peach with Pinkie.
>The little yellow feathery friend greeted you.
>"Hello there Anonymous, what can I do for you today?"
>You gave her a little scratch behind the ears.
"We were looking for Buzz, you seen him around anywhere?"
>She put her hoof over her mouth and thought about it for a moment.
>"Well, he usually goes to the morning market to pick up anything we need for the animals."
"Guess we should start there, c'mon Pinkie!"
>You let her piggyback onto you and ran off towards the marketplace.

>Pinkie was surprisingly lightweight for how much she ate.
>Not that you were complaining, it made this easier on you.
"You see him Pinks?"
>"Not yet, Nonny... hmm, oh! OH! I think I- no wait, that was a bag of black licorice, blegh."
>You scanned the area for the little Changeling.
"I think we should split up."
>She hugged your head, "Do we have to?"
"I know, I'll miss you too, but we should probably find Buzz before we do anything else."
>"Oh alright, but you owe me three kisses mister!"
>You chuckled.
"Deal."
>She blasted off into the stalls, disappearing without a trace.
>You walked around for a few minutes asking anybody if they'd seen Buzz.
>Eventually, you bumped into a small stallion.
"Sorry about that, I was looking for- Buzz?"
>He scrambled backwards into the wall of a nearby house.
>"P-please don't hurt me!"
>He curled up into a ball.
>You looked around for anyone else before pointing to yourself.
"Uh, you talking to me?"
>"Of course! Who else would I be talking about?!"
"Someone who is actually scary?"
>He blinked a few times in disbelief.
>"You don't remember, do you?"
"I remember my father, and a song. Does the phrase 'Tears of the Moon' mean anything to you?"
>"Oh! It's a traditional Changeling folksong. It was made around the time we were exiled."
>Huh, interesting.
"So, did you guys keep me captive? I remember being locked away in a cage."
>"I wouldn't know anything about that, I was just a soldier, but... well, I dunno."
"What is it?"
>"Some things are just best left forgotten. Just trust me on this one."
>How bad was your past?
>... Did you do something to cause him to be terrified of you?
"Hey, I didn't do anything... bad, did I?"
>He let out a nervous laugh, "That would be an understatement."
>Shit, what happened to you?
>"You should go find that Pinkie girl, I think she's a good influence."
>You nodded and gave him a smile.
"Right, and uh... I'm sorry, for whatever I did."
>He chuckled, "Y-yeah, sorry..."

>You felt a tug on your shirt.
>You looked down at Buzz once more.
"What's wrong, something I said?"
>He bites his lip, "Well, I figured you should know that... we sort of, um, served together."
"I thought I was locked away?"
>He sighs, "You were considered a valuable asset, and I think I should leave it at that."
>You laughed.
"What are you talking about? I couldn't fight my way out of a dogpile."
>"You'd be surprised what a little brainwashing can do to you."
>Point taken.
"So what happened to my mom?"
>He squinted, "You don't wanna know."
"That bad?"
>He nodded, "You'd barely recognize her anymore."
>Damn, that was pretty bad.
"Well, thanks for playing Twenty Questions with me, I'll let you go now."
>You gave him a pat on the head and walked off to find Pinkie.
>Looking for the ball of pinkness, you nearly tripped over the resident dragon.
>Spike rubbed his head, picking up a piece of parchment he was carrying.
>"I know I'm little, but you could at least try and pay attention to me."
>You bent over to pick him up.
"Sorry little buddy, my mind was a bit preoccupied."
>"Emphasis on the pie, I bet."
"Damn, word travels fast, doesn't it?"
>"Actually, Pinkie ran into Twilight and started talking about you."
>You gave him a cheeky grin.
"What? You're not into gossip? I thought you liked Rarity?"
>He gave you a dopey smile and punched your shoulder.
>"Ah whatever Anon. So... you have magic now?"
>You shrugged.
"Apparently, what's the deal with that anyway?"
>"I dunno, Twilight's never seen anything like it."
>He motions for you to lean closer.
>"Between you and me, I'm a little worried about Twi."
"Why's that?"
>"She's been staying up really late, and before that she was grumpier than usual."
>You thought back to Buzz's worries.
"Don't worry, I'm sure everything will be fine Spike."
>"I hope you're right Anon, for both our sakes."

>Pinkie managed to sneak up on you in the meantime.
>"Hiya Nonny!"
"Bwoashit! Don't do that to me Pinkie."
>"Sorry, so didja find Buzz? I ran into Twilight and had a few words with her."
"A few? You made Spike walk off from boredom."
>"Okay so maybe a few hundred."
"Anyway, I did manage to find him. Got some answers out of him."
>"Ooh, tell me all the juicy details!"
"He didn't actually give me that much, just told me what I needed to know."
>She cocks her head, "What's that?"
"I got some digging to do on my past, and the Changelings."
>"Really, he told you that?"
>You scratched the back of your neck.
"No, but he told me I should forget about it. So I'm going to remember."
>You just hoped Twilight would let you borrow some books.
>You walked alongside Pinkie to the royal library.
>"So uh, when are we gonna go to the lake?"
>Why were you going to the library?
>You could figure out your past later.
"Y'know what? You're right. Let's get going Pinks."
>You ran your fingers through her mane and rubbed the back of her neck.
>Sadly, this little moment couldn't last.
>"Anonymous!"
>You sighed.
"What now, Twilight?"
>The lavender alicorn teleported in front of you.
>"What were you doing harrassing one of my citizens?!"
>She had her muzzle all up in your face.
>You pushed her back down to the ground.
"Calm your crotchtits princess, I was just asking Buzz a few questions."
>Her eye twitched.
>"How dare you speak to me like that!"
"How dare you bother me like this?"
>She opened her mouth to speak.
"How about you get off my back. You don't seem to have a problem with Buzz."
>"He's one of us, you... I don't know what you are."
"What happened to your curiosity?"
>You took a step closer, and she backed up.
"You don't know me, you don't know the first thing about me."
>You leaned in to look her in the eyes.
"Maybe you should get to know me before judging me."
>Walking off with Pinkie, you turned to her a final time.
"Come see me when you're ready to be my friend, Twily."

>"Wowie Nonny! That was cool."
>You blushed.
"Not really, just got sick of her shit."
>Pinkie slid up next to your waist.
>"For what it's worth, I still think you're a good guy."
"Your words mean more to me than a hundred Twilights."
>The two of you walked in silence to the lake.
"Well, here we are."
>Shit, you didn't bring your swimming trunks.
"Uh, P-Pinkie I... I didn't bring my swimming gear."
>"That's fine Nonny! I dunno how you wear all those clothes anyway."
>Old habits died hard.
"Just a cultural thing, I guess."
>You took off your clothes.
>Pinkie was prodding your dick.
>"Oooh, they never showed THIS in health class!"
"Pinkie, I'm not a horse."
>"Yeah but, like, even minotaurs didn't have these."
>If she kept this up.
>"Oh! It got stiff, is that a good thing?"
"Well, uh, y-yeah?"
>You felt her wrap her lips around your cock.
"Gah! P-Pinkie wh-what the fuck?!"
>She looked up at you with her big blue eyes.
>"Am I doing something wrong?"
"N-no, keep doing what you're doing!"
>She wrapped her tongue around it like it was a lollipop.
>After a couple more minutes you couldn't hold it in anymore.
>To her credit, she swallowed it all.
"S-sorry I couldn't last longer..."
>"You kidding? That was pretty long."
>What.
"Sorry?"
>"Yeesh, you need a crash course on stallions Nonny!"
>What even happened?
"D-did you just give me a blowjob?"
>"Yeah, what about it? I love you! Come on, let's go swimming."
>Don't question Pinkie.
>Just some casual oral sex.
>No big deal.
>The two of you cannon-balled into the lake and started a splash fight.

>You laid there on your back, floating with Pinkie.
>You snuck your hand up on her hoof and wrapped your fingers around it.
"This was nice."
>"Yeah..."
>You swam back to the shore.
"Hey Pinkie?"
>"HmmMMPH?!"
>You planted a kiss on her lips.
"Love ya."
>She smiled and kicked at the ground, "Aw shucks, I love you too Nonny."
>You dried yourself off with the towel you brought and handed it to Pinkie.
>"Uh, Nonny?"
"Yeah?"
>She shook herself dry.
>Oh right, fur.
>You slipped your clothes back on.
"Well, you can grab us some lunch and I'll go get those books."
>"Okie dokie lokie! What do you want?"
>You planted a kiss on her forehead.
"Surprise me."
>She salutes you, "Roger!"
>She skips off humming the tune from last night.
>You smiled, making the trek back to Twilight's castle.
>You ran into the mailmare on the way there.
>The little grey pegasus waved a hoof at you.
>"Hey there Mr. Anonymous! How's your day been?"
"Been just fine Derpy, what about yours?"
>"Oh, not too bad. Thanks for asking!"
>She stops to give you a hug.
>"Most ponies just give me a pat on the back and send me on my way."
>She kisses your cheek, "Thanks for listening to me ramble in the morning Anon."
>You laughed.
"Just common courtesy, you always deliver the mail on time as well."
>You ruffled her mane.
"Now go on, you got rounds to make!"
>"Aye aye, sir!"
>You wave goodbye and continue to your probable doom.

>You knocked on the castle door.
>They had some magic mumbo-jumbo set up so they could hear it.
>Spike opened the door and gave you a grin.
>"Hey Anon, whatcha want?"
"I was hoping to find some books on Changelings. You got any?"
>"You'll have to pry them from Twilight, she's using them right now."
>You sighed and shrugged, cracking your knuckles together.
"Aight, where is she at?"
>You walk past Spike, as he tugs at your pants begging you to stop.
"Yo Twi! I need some of those Changeling books!"
>The lights in the castle dim.
>The Royal Canterlot Voice echoes throughout the halls.
>"You're in my domain Anonymous, you should leave while you can."
"Fuck off Twily! You have the public library in here!"
>"That was your only warning, so be it."
"Have you been hanging out with Luna?"
>There's a pause.
>"Sh-shut up!"
>Knew it.
"It's alright, I won't judge... so, how was it?"
>"ARGH!"
>The lights go out completely, and Spike hops onto your back.
>"What did you do Anon?!"
"Well, I think I pissed her off."
>"No, really?!"
>You yawned.
"Well, come on. I gotta get those books still."
>"I think that is an incredibly poor choice if you value your life, but alright."
"Since when did you get so smart?"
>He gives you a deadpan look, "Twilight raised me."
"Fair enough, so do you know which way to go?"
>He sighs, "I'll try and lead you best as I can. I've snuck out at night before."
"I don't even want to know why, do I?"
>"Nope, not at all."
"Fine, just get me to Twilight."

>You groped around in the dark for a wall to lean against.
"Hey Spike, is it possible to use magic to get night vision?"
>He taps his chin, "I suppose you could try a Cat's Eye spell... why?"
>Here goes nothing.
>You focused all of your magic into your eyes.
>Really hoped this wouldn't make you go blind.
>You blinked, and your vision was clear as day.
"This is more like it!"
>You tripped over something.
"Shit! Think I stubbed my toe."
>You looked back and saw a Changeling.
"Buzz, that you?"
>"It seems the rogue agent is here after all. Go inform the Queen, Forty-Three."
>"Right away, Forty-Seven. He won't escape us for long."
>A second Changeling flew off.
"Hey, you leave Buzz out of this!"
>Forty-Seven stood up, cracking his neck.
>"You will not resist us, mutt. Compliance is guaranteed."
"Just who do you think you are?"
>"Somepony who is going to get a very big raise."
>You raised an eyebrow.
"She pays you?"
>"We get a larger ration of love."
"Brutal. Well, that's sad for you, because I'm staying right here."
>"What a shame, the invasion will be here in a couple of days."
"Hey Spike?"
>"Yeah Anon?"
>You took off running towards Twilight's bedroom.
"I ain't dealing with that shit!"
>Forty-Seven was right behind you, trying to blast your legs.
>"The Queen wants you alive, resistance is futile!"
>You tossed a vase into his face, shattering the porcelain on his cheeks.
>He let out a vicious hiss and tumbled to the ground.
>"Filthy half-breed! Chrysalis will have your head!"
>Memories flashed through your head.
>No time to think about them right now though.
>You kicked open Twilight's doors.
"Twi! Changeling, following us! Do something!"
>She squints at you, "Wha- Anon? Look out behind you!"
>You ducked under Forty-Seven's swing and kicked him right in the-
"Where's the shout?"
>"We can retract our genitals when they aren't in use."
"Man that's bullshit."
>He kicked you in the ass and knocked you on your chest.

"Fuck, can we stop beating the shit out of me?"
>You tossed Spike over to Twilight.
"I know you hate me, just blast this guy!"
>She shot the Changeling in the chest, knocking him unconscious.
>"What are you talking about?"
"You mean you don't remember blasting me into the wall?"
>"Are you hurt?!"
"That was a couple days ago Twi, what the hell is going on?"
>Spike steps in, "I think we had a Changeling infestation."
>You remembered you left Pinkie alone.
"They played us like a damn fiddle!"
>You busted Twilight's window open with a chair.
>"What the hay are you doing Anon?!"
"Fly me out there, now!"
>She levitated you onto her back and started to fly off.
>"Spike, you clean this up!"
>She shot into the sky, with you on her back.
>What would Pinkie try to surprise you with?
"Twilight, go to the Italian restaurant."
>"Anon, I keep telling you it's not Itali-"
"Don't care about your horse puns, step on it!"
>She doubled her speed, getting you to the fancy eatery in record time.
>You jumped off of her, bursting through the doors.
"Pinkie, you in here?!"
>Everybody stopped to stare at you.
"I swear, if any of you are Changelings I will break your kneecaps!"
>"Oh, hey Nonny! I was just talking to this weird guy over here!"
>You spotted Pinkie with a sketchy looking dude.
>He was a Changeling.
>You just knew, for some reason.
"Pinkie, get down!"
>"Okie dokie!"
>You threw a chair at the guy from across the room, nailing him in the head.
>Twilight trotted up behind you nervously.
>"When were you this strong?"
"Don't know, don't care. Just a little mad right now."
>You marched over to the guy you bashed.
>His disguise failed and he looked up at you in fear.
>You grabbed his front legs and lifted him into the air.
"Why are you doing this?!"
>He couldn't even form a full sentence.
>You bashed him on the bar counter.
"What is Chrysalis' plan?!"
>"Sh-she w-wants y-you b-back, s-sir!"

>You dropped him, a puddle forming around him.
"Ugh, that's just nasty..."
>"Why does Chrysalis want you, Anon?"
>Images of wars flashed through your mind.
"She wants her little soldier back."
>"What?"
"My mother is a bitch."
>Pinkie jumped onto your back.
>"Whoa! The Changeling Queen is your mommy?!"
"Unfortunately, yes."
>She raised you to transform into a monster.
>The strength of a minotaur, the claws of a griffon, the wings of a pegasus.
>The handsomeness of a human, or was it endurance?
>The one thing she never taught you was magic.
>She kept you locked away in a cage, she feared your power.
>Your father was doting, singing you songs and comforting you in your sadness.
>You looked down at the Changeling.
"Listen here, uh..."
>"Fifty-Two."
"Fifty-Two, you're gonna tell Chrysalis that if she comes for me, she's a dead mare."
>He nods his head and flies off.
>"Nonny, you're scaring me."
>You bit your lip.
"I'm also scared out of my mind but I have to stay strong, for you."
>Some guards showed up with Forty-Seven.
>"Princess, the Changeling wished to have an audience with Mr. Anonymous."
>You walked up to the chained Changeling.
"What do you want, asshole?"
>"So crass, there's no need for language like that."
"Blame my dad for teaching me it."
>He laughs, "Fair enough, I suppose. So, you want to go against Chrysalis then?"
"I'm not going back with my mother, she can't make me."
>She totally could, but you would try and bluff him if you were able to.
>"I wish you the best of luck in your endeavor then."
"Why do you care?"
>"Because, you're the Prince."
"Could've fooled me with how she treated me."
>"Sometimes we grow afraid of what we've created, she raised you a bit too well."
>He leaned up, "You might need the Royal Changeling Echo, however."
>This got your interest.
"Go on..."

>"Much like the Royal Canterlot Voice, you can use this to force Changelings to submit to your will."
"Seems like you could abuse it."
>"I assume it could frighten normal ponies, yes, however the Queen can override the effects."
"How does this help me then?"
>He sighs, "You'll need every advantage you can get. I know that you know you aren't ready."
"Was it that obvious?"
>"Take my advice, go find One-Fifty-Nine, and-"
"Buzz."
>"... Go find Buzz and train with him."
"Why would a rogue agent that wants peace teach me how to transform?"
>"Because he fears Chrysalis far more than you."
"Seemed pretty scared of me, last I checked."
>Forty-Seven busted out into laughter.
>"Seriously though, go train. You have one week, make the most of it."
>The guards hauled him off.
>You ran after them, realizing something.
"Wait! Is your face alright? I mean, that vase-"
>"It was nothing more than a mere annoyance. Changelings have thick skin."
>You motioned for Pinkie to follow you, she grabbed your spaghetti on the way out.
>You downed the bowl on your way to Fluttershy's place.
>"Nonny, why are you being so serious?"
"My mom thinks she can take everything I love away again. Not gonna happen."
>"There has to be a better way, Anon."
"I wish there was a better way out Twilight, but there isn't."
>You knock on Flutters' door.
"I hope history is kind to us all, but they'll probably blame Chrysalis for this."
>"Oh, hello there Mr. Anon! Y-you look upset..."
"We need Buzz, turns out I'm half-Changeling."
>"Oh my! So interesting! D-do you mind if I study you sometime?"
"Only if Pinkie is in on it."
>"Nonny, that's naughty!"
>You turned your head to your pink partner.
"What."
>She giggled, "Gotcha!"
>You couldn't help but crack a smile.
>"Did somebody call for me?"
>You turned to see Buzz looking nervous as usual.
"I need your help."

>"No. No, no, no! I am NOT teaching you that! I've seen you in action!"
>You dragged him out to a clearing.
"I need to know how to, it's the only way I'll be able to stop Chrysalis."
>He sighs in defeat, "Fine, but you have to promise to only use it as a last resort!"
>You looked at Pinkie and smiled.
"Cross my heart and hope to fly, stick a cupcake in my eye."
>"What?"
"It's a Pinkie Promise, if I break it I'll break her heart. I love her too much to do that."
>He shrugs, "Good enough for me. You're a special case though, Anon."
"I know, I'm pretty sexy."
>Pinkie giggled like a schoolgirl.
>"I mean your transformation is powered by love and anger. You are a soldier at heart."
>"More like a soldier of heart, right Nonny?"
"So get really pissed off after making out with Pinkie?"
>Buzz blinks in awe of your amazing reasoning.
>"That's pretty stupid, but I guess it would work."
"So, do all my powers run on love?"
>"Yep, you can sustain yourself with food but the powers are all love-based."
"Eh, that's okay I guess. Would be cool if I could do this at will."
>He glares at you, "Not really, your true form is terrifying."
"Am I really that ugly?"
>"No, you're horrifying because no-one should have that power."
"You must live in fear of alicorns."
>"Eh, guess you're right. Still, a normal pony shouldn't have that power."
"Well I'm not a pony either."
>"You're half-Changeling, you're half-pony. Kind of."
>This still didn't give you a way to confront Chrysalis.
"Any suggestions for getting to her in the first place?"
>"Well, you could always try challenging her to a duel."
"Really? That's a bit cliche."
>"The code of honor states that she has to accept any challenger though."
"I guess ye olde duel it is then."
>He sighs and smiles, "Anything else you need from me?"
"Yeah."
>You gave him a hug.
"I need you to stop being scared of me."
>"... You've changed a lot, sir."
"I'd say you have too, but you were always hesitant to follow mom's orders."

>The next week passed by in a blur.
>You were keeping an eye on the skies.
>"Nonny, don't fidget around so much. It's going to be fine."
"You keep saying that, but I'm not sure it will be."
>You saw a streak of black crash in front of the town hall.
>"ANONYMOUS JUNIOR!"
>Shit.
>"Where are you? Come give your mommy a hug!"
>She's pissed.
>You gave Pinkie a kiss.
"If I don't come back, bury me with my magazines."
>"The ones you said small children shouldn't see?"
"Yes, those."
>"Alrighty then!"
>You stepped out to find your mother had left her army behind.
"That's not like you, you're usually surrounded by the drones."
>She turned around, an insincere smile plastered on her face.
>"Well, I figured the reunion should be between us."
"What happened to the invasion?"
>She gritted her teeth, "I don't even care about that anymore."
>She charged up her horn, "I just want to punish you!"
>You cartwheeled out of the way.
>Hanging out with Pinkie had its advantages.
>You noticed the drones on the horizon.
"This complicates things."
>"I gave you everything! You were my little prince!"
>She tackled you to the ground.
>You smashed her muzzle with your forearm.
"I was your weapon! You kept me locked away in a cage!"
>You tossed her off of you.
"Where's my dad?!"
>"I'm right here, my child."
>You turned to see your father, his beard a little greyer than when you left.
>He laughed, "I keep telling your mother that I don't have wings like her."
>"Stay out of this dear, I know you don't like punishing him, but-"
>He held up a hand, "I'm not going to stop you. But I wish you could see his side of things."
>He sat down on a nearby bench and laid his cane across his lap.

>You wiped the tears out of your eyes.
"We can still put this behind us mom, just let me live!"
>"This is your fault you know!"
"What are you talking about?!"
>"You had to go and be different!"
>She bit her lip, "I got attached, alright?!"
"I still don't see why you locked me away."
>"I didn't want you getting hurt, the others were willing to die, but you..."
"What about Buzz?"
>"Who?"
"One-Fifty-Nine. His name is Buzz."
>"Did he put you up to this? I'll have to punish him as well."
"Can we back up? I know I wouldn't get hurt, you made me a war machine."
>The Changeling army had gathered around the scene.
>"Everybody fails, my son, I didn't want to push my luck with y-"
"Don't call me your son! You didn't give a damn about me!"
>She lunged at you, "You ungrateful little brat!"
"This is what I'm talking about!"
>You caught her and threw her to the ground, jumping onto her.
"Mom, you have anger problems!"
>"I guess that makes two of us then!"
>She blasted you off of her.
>You landed on your ass.
>That was going to smart later.
"Please mom, I have people I love here!"
>She jumped forward and tried to kick you.
>"What about your own mother?!"
>She smashed into your right shoulder, the two of you tumbling to the ground.
>"You'd love these ponies over me?!"
"Yes! You're a bitch!"
>The crowd went deathly silent.
>"That's how you feel, is it?"
>The two of you stood up, staring each other face to face.
>"I suppose you want me to leave, to forget this ever happened?"
>You nodded, and she let out a cackle.
>"Too bad. Sixty-Six, find the pink one!"
>What.
"You wouldn't."
>"I would."
>You clenched your fists.
"I'm going to end you."
>"Just try it, I've been alive far longer than you have."

>You wrapped your hands around her throat.
>She shot you in the chest again.
>You weren't sure what you were expecting.
>"Don't just stand there you morons, restrain him!"
>One of the Changelings shrugged.
>"Apologies my Queen, I'm afraid we cannot do that."
>"And why not?!"
>"The rules of our nature says that's against the code of honor."
>Her eye twitches, "Right, I forgot about the whole duel thing."
>She chuckles, "Had to try and make being the Queen fair."
"When were you ever fair?"
>"A long time ago, before you were born."
>"Mistress! I found the pink pony!"
>No, not happening.
>You jabbed your fingers into Chrysalis' eyes.
>"Why would you do this?!"
>You turned around and slammed your fist into Sixty-Six's face.
>You stomped his face into the ground.
"Don't you touch her!"
>"Attack him now! Just do it you imbeciles!"
>You planted yourself in front of Pinkie and faced the oncoming horde of Changelings.
>You kept striking at any that crossed your path.
"Pinkie, run as far as you can, find Buzz. Tell him to hide, and don't get yourself hurt."
>"B-but-"
"Do it! Go now, before I lose it!"
>She gave you a kiss and ran off.
>You turned to address the army in front of you.
"Mom! I might not live to see another day, but I'll take solace in the fact that neither will you!"
>"You sound like that purple princess, I thought I told Forty-Seven to take care of her."
>You punched and clawed your way through the horde.
>By the time you reached Chrysalis, they were all holding you back.
"I won't let you get away with this!"
>"One thousand and forty-two."
"What?"
>"Sorry, I like to keep track of certain lines I've heard."
"I will kick your face in."
>"Five hundred and sixty-three."
"I'm going to break you, like a Clip-Clop bar."
>"... Huh, that's a new one."
>You looked over at your dad.
>He shrugged and mouthed "Sorry."
>Mom was always the dominant one.
>"Hey you, bug queen!"

>Rainbow Dash threw a rock at your mother's face.
>"Who said you could come into our town and beat up one of us?!"
>Pinkie had gathered the entirety of Ponyville to help fight.
>The Changelings started backing off.
>"No way, these guys live next to the Everfree Forest!"
>"Are those the ponies that beat us last time?"
>"Sorry my Queen, you can deal with this yourself!"
>"Get back here and fight you fools!"
>They couldn't help but be compelled by her voice.
>The street erupted into fighting.
>"I'm going to make sure that obnoxious pink ball of energy suffers the most."
"Stop it, that's enough."
>"She's going to be crying out for you, and you won't be able to save her."
"Mom..."
>"Everyone you love will be gone, and you'll come back home with me."
>You focused, and started channeling all your rage.
>You could feel your body changing.
>Your shoulders getting broader, your neck thicker.
>Your fists turning into claws, wings sprouting from your back.
>A horn on your forehead.
>Your feet turning into minotaur hooves.
>Your face getting a little thinner, not everything could be exciting.
"I said, THAT'S ENOUGH!"
>You towered over Chrysalis, and everybody stopped moving.
>You looked around, staring each Changeling in the eyes.
>Everyone is scared of the big bad bug.
>Including Pinkie.
"Stop this nonsense mother, I won't go back with you. I refuse."
>She tried jabbing you with her horn.
>You grabbed her out of the air and held her above you.
>She tried blasting you, but you just shrugged it off.
>She futilely smacked at your arm.
>You were debating whether to crush her throat or not.
"You've been a real pain in my ass, to put it lightly..."

>You dropped her, and she fell on her ass.
"Whatever, just go. Leave, and don't come back."
>"Mercy? After all of this, you're just going to let me go?!"
"Sure, I'm not going to stoop to your level. I've hurt enough people already."
>You were walking over to Pinkie when you heard her start flying again.
>Sighing, you turned around and swiped her with one of your claws.
>"My eye!"
>Oh shit.
>You transformed back, your shirt in tatters.
>Despite all of your rage, she was still your mother.
>You cradled her in your arms.
"Damn it, I always knew one of us would end up hurt."
>She was hissing in pain, "I don't look too bad, do I?"
"I hear eye-patches are in this year."
>"Don't just sit here, get me to a doctor!"
"Sorry, sorry! F-fuck I'm sorry!"
>You grabbed a nurse with pink hair and ran to the Ponyville clinic.
>Pinkie was bouncing alongside you.
>"Nonny, I'm not sure I follow your decision here."
"This is my mom Pinkie, I don't care how much of a bitch she is!"
>"Perhaps I should have given you more freedom."
"You can, just, look it'll be okay, alright?"
>"You've really grown up. You have your father's heart."
"Come on, don't get sentimental on me now!"
>"You two seem to be getting along like two peas in a pod now!"
"We always had a flair for the dramatic, alright?!"
>You wanted her to leave, you never meant to injure her.
>This is exactly why the transformation was a last resort.
>You'd end up doing something stupid.
>"I'm glad my Nonny is back."
"Not now Pi- mom?"
>She hasn't called you Nonny in ages.
>"I love you."
"... Love you too, mommy."
>She turns to Pinkie, "You hurt him, and I'll have your head."
"Mom!"
>"Why would I hurt him?"
>"I don't know, why did you blast my children and I away?"
>"You were invading. You could've just asked for some love."
>She started to argue before shrugging and conceding the point.

>The doctors said she'd be fine.
>She'd never be able to use her right eye again.
>Pinkie clopped up beside you.
>"Sorry it turned out this way Anon."
>You wrapped an arm around her.
"It was my fault. I could've punched her instead."
>She nuzzled her face into your cheek.
>"Shh, it'll be alright. I'm sure she'll forgive you."
>You sighed.
"At least we got all that pent-up rage out of the way."
>"Were you really willing to sacrifice yourself for me?"
"... Yes."
>She scooched closer to you, and planted a kiss on your cheek.
>"My dork knight."
>She laid her head on your lap, and you stroked her mane.
>You heard hoofsteps behind you.
>Chrysalis sat down next to you.
>"This turned out well."
"At least nobody died."
>You heard your father humming your lullaby.
>"He's been doing that ever since he discovered I found you."
"This was a giant, explosive clusterfuck."
>"Language."
"Sorry mom."
>You wrapped an arm around her.
>"I suppose this is goodbye then?"
"Eh, you could come visit if you want."
>Pinkie hopped on your back.
>"Oh, and I could bake you a bunch of delicious cupcakes!"
>You looked around and saw a bunch of Changelings chatting with ponies.
>Maybe everything would be alright.
>Your father gave you a hug.
>"You don't look a day older, son."
"You're still as cool as ever daddy."
>He gave you a pat on the back, "Come on Chryssi, let's get going!"
>"I'll see you later sweetie, don't have too much fun!"
>It was a bit weird, but you'd take it.
>You carried Pinkie back home.
>"Oooh, what're we gonna do on the bed tonight Nonny?"
"Same thing we do every night Pinkie, cuddle."
>You gave her a kiss on the forehead.