[Alpha Headquarters Control Room. 7:00 PM. 2 BBY, Galactic Sector D-6.]
The atmosphere of the room was tense enough to be cut with a holo knife, as General Kalani, Lieutenant-Colonel TF-3749, and Major OOM-5264 stood at one end of the hexagonal holo table, while Princess Celestia, Luna, and Twilight stood at the other. Twilight politefully smiled at the droids, trying to ease tensions, while Luna had a more stern look, and Celestia bore a more neutral face. To the princesses, these negotiations were unlike anything they had ever experienced, having only dealt with small kingdoms rather than an advanced space faring nation of droids, and the stakes felt higher than ever.
General Kalani meanwhile, was as cool as a cucumber, as the humans would say. He had participated in negotiations with large scale inter-planetary empires, militaristic conquerors, or wealthy and corrupt business men, he could handle some magical humanoid ponies. Lieutenant TF-3749 felt much the same way, as he had been present for several negotiations in his history of activity, allowing him to pick up on the nuances and strategies of negotiating. However, Major OOM- 5264 had absolutely zero idea what he was supposed to do or say, with him and his squad only ever appearing at the negotiating table once, and that was as security detail.
Twilight's friends meanwhile were busy watching the tense staring contest from afar, along with the rest of 5264's squad. Many of the droids in the room were also watching, as Pinkie could be heard slowly eating popcorn.
Deciding to break the ice, Princess Celestia decided to speak first in a neutral tone.
"So, you must be the famous General Kalani, yes?" Celestia said as the Droid General slowly nodded.
"Correct, I am the current commander of the Blade of Serenity and it's forces. Of course, I was originally a General within the Sepratist Alliance, before the transmission of the droid shutdown sequence. Due to my calculations, I predict I am also one of the few remaining high ranking commanders and members within the Confederacy of Independent Systems, so I suppose you could say that I currently lead the CIS as a whole, at this time at the very least. When a suitable canidate for leading the CIS has been found, I shall step down from power." Kalani said, speaking in his cold and emotionless tone while Celestia slowly nodded.
"I see... And this Confederacy is essentially an alliance of worlds and nations?"
"More or less, it was meant to allow worlds that wished for independence to break away from the Republic and work with their fellow independent worlds to create a new and just system, one free of the Galactic Republic's corrupt hold. I originally answered to a Sith Lord, known as Count Dooku, a member of the corrupt Separatist council who was secretly using me along with the other members of the CIS to further a sith plot to destroy the Jedi and create a new Galactic Empire. Luckily, me and my droid troops were present within a garrison on Agamar, and due to my intelligence, I assumed the signal sent out for all droids to shut down was a Republican trick, thus resulting in me refusing the shut down sequence to occur."
General Kalani finished speaking, as the Princesses took time to process what they had just heard. Soon, Celestia spoke again.
"So the Confederacy was meant to create a peaceful and harmonic galaxy free of tyranny and corruption, only to be used as a tool by dark forces to further the evil it sought to destroy..."
"Indeed, and while I wish I could have somehow stopped it, I now have the chance to potentially give the CIS a second chance so to speak. I wish to try and potentially recreate the Confederacy, this time one without Sith interloping and free of corrupt corporate influence, a confederacy that fulfills it's true purpose of creating freedom and prosperity. Those foolish corporations were the reason the CIS had been corrupted. That is why I have come here to present you with an offer."
"And what may this offer be?" Celestia said, before the Lieutenant Colonel spoke up.
"Our resources are currently limited in terms of fuel and manufacturing capability, restricting our ability to construct a force capable of fighting against the Empire. We also understand that you and your people face threats from several potential enemies on this world, and how you are limited by your primitive technology. Thus, the General has drafted an idea that would fix all of our problems."
"I am no administrator droid, or politician, but our technology and army of droids at the ready could theoretically be put to use by someone that is just and fair. I observed many nations upon your world, and none were more fitting than your people, who advocate for peace, justice, prosperity, and more importantly, universal harmony. That is why I offer you and your kingdom the ability to take upon the mantle of leadership for the entire Confederacy of Independent Systems, granting you control over the technology and resources aboard the Blade of Serenity, as well as full authority over me and my forces. As for who would be the direct leader, I believe that you are the suitable canidate."
Celestia and her fellow princesses visibly recoiled from the offer. Control over an entire army of technologically advanced droids from beyond the stars? The ponies would have been happy to simply accept a form of alliance or friendship with the droids, but outright assuming command over them? Not only would they be gaining control of technology and resources far beyond their understanding, but they could potentially make themselves a target of potential enemies, both on their world and across the galaxy!
Twilight looked to Kalani as she spoke to him in a calm tone. "The princesses along with me and my friends would... Like to discuss this privately, if you don't mind." Kalani nodded, watching as Twilight, Luna, and Celestia excused themselves and walked over to speak with their friends. "Alright, what does everyone think about this? Personally, I'm not sure what to think..." Twilight said as Fluttershy quietly spoke.
"Well, they seem quite nice and friendly, even if they are... Machines of war... They did say they wanted to create freedom and prosperity, isn't that something we want? They need a place where they're safe from those meanies of the Empire, and I think it'd be nice for them to live here." Applejack nodded, before stating her own opinion.
"Honestly if you ask me, I say we work with 'em. They're fine folks, they wanna work with us, and they wanna grant us access to all of their advanced tech, so I say it's a win. Plus, they plan to fight this evil Empire they keep talkin' about, and I say we oughta help 'em do it!" When Applejack finished her enthusiastic statement, Rarity spoke up.
"In my humble opinion, these 'droids' seem... Hostile. Not in the evil or mean way, but more... As they say, blast first and ask questions later type of individuals. Though I assume that with their advanced command structure it can be controlled..." After Rarity finished her statement, Rainbow Dash decided to come forward with her own idea.
"Well, 5264 and his friends are pretty cool, so the rest of the droids are probably cool too, and I'd love to see what their neat technology can do! Bet it won't be as fast as me, but we'll see... Oh and yeah, we'd be giving them a place to crash with us." As Rainbow Dash gave a confirming nod, Twilight then turned to Starlight Glimmer who spoke with a kind tone.
"Well Twilight, when you helped me see the error of my ways and reform, I thought I was kinda beyond redemption honestly. But then you girls helped me get through it with friendship, and I think these droids need friendship and forgiveness as well. It doesn't matter who they fought for if they didn't have a choice, because now we can help them find peace and help protect Equestria together!" Starlight Glimmer triumphantly said as everypony clapped, before looking to Spike who just shrugged.
"I just think they're cool looking. I mean look at that Kalani dude, he looks swag." And as everypony looked back to the droid general, they had to agree, that paint scheme looked good on him. As they all looked back to each other, Celestia and Luna looked at each other as they spoke.
"Sister, I believe Twilight and her friends are right in this. Plus, with the ever growing threat of Chrysalis and her changelings, as well as other dark forces, we require all the help we can get." Princess Luna said as Celestia nodded. Soon, the three princesses finally made their decision, as Celestia slowly walked in front of General Kalani, matching his height as she spoke in a happy tone.
"After careful consideration, I believe I speak for all of ponykind when saying that we will happily take upon the responsibility of defending freedom and leading the CIS. You and your droids will have a safe home here in Equestria, Kalani, I promise." Celestia said, smiling as she stretched her hand out, which was shaken by Kalani's as all of the droids and ponies in the room began clapping and cheering.
"Excellent, I believe this is the start of a mutually beneficial relationship."
"WOOO YEAH, CIS IS BACK IN ACTION BABY!" 5264 cheered out.
Finally! A nice alliance between the CIS/Separatists, and Equestria/Ponykind as a whole. I bet that they will eventually face the Galactic Imperial Empire.
(Well... I can honestly say I didn't see THAT coming... the ponies of Friendship at the head of the most advanced and deadly army the Galaxy has ever seen... I dare not even begin to calculate how this shall change the timeline.)
The General is a Master Tacticihan. He has already thrown his so called leadership into the line of fire when they set up the fire and drew it towards them every other time?
Or, it is easier to move fast and onwards, leaving the other guy to dig the holes afterwards?
Honestly, that makes a lot of sense. They're droids, following codes. So they find organics to assume control because they're designed to serve, but Kalani got to choose.
I really like that dynamic of the droids choosing their leaders, but probably also maintaining the ability to break away in case they get sith'd again.
Looking forward to plenty more chapters!
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I mutual and beneficial relationship has been formed. If I remember the beginning right, their planet is located in the west side of the galaxy, which is practically unexplored by the Galactic Empire because of all it's hostile threats towards organic life. Once Kalani has made a stable system with the ponies and other races, this could continue to a potential sequal were they explore the rest of the west side of the galaxy, for more potential world to form an alliance with.
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Thank you for pointing out the error, my comrade.
I like the way that this story took. I look forward to the future chapters, comrade.
^-This is what I think of when I read the final part with 5264-^
Enjoyable chapter.
While a confrontacion whith the Empire is unavoidable they need to distance themself (ponies and droids) from the CIS/separatis name as posible in order to not attract the attention from the Empire so soon ( some ramdom civilization reaching their space age will draw in less problems than a potential Separatist outpost after all), for that they need a new name, design their own ships ( avoiding CIS designs as much as possible) and maybe make modifications for the droid to make them less recognizable, if similitudes still appear they could claim that a "unknown ship" in their early days of space exploration was founded, dissmantled, reverse engineered., etc.
Shouldn't the general get a better feel for the general population of the ponies before handing over the keys to a galactic army?
Like sure Celestia and co are pretty cool people and in general ponys are really chill but ponies but like I still think that having a deep dive into what keeps the ponies gov working and a review of there history would be something to look into before giving up your freedom to and absolutely monarchy.
It's still like way better then 99% of the old cis in commands but still....
I just hope they never reach the 'Strike back' phase.
One planet can do mutch, but there is a singel word that could ruine it all. Five actually:
- Orbital bombardments
- Planet wide genocide
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Or worse... But thanks to Alicorns and Kalani might convince Thrawn to work with them all.
A Droid army will be more efficient than a organic army.
The only problem will be the electricity bill...
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Friendship is magical and efficient all over the Galaxy?
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Both are legitimate tactics. A Super Tactical Droid don't mind changing tactics as he goes.
This will be glorious ♤♡
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Unlike the Sith, Alicorns usually play for long term rulership. Peace and prosperity over military conquered areas that will fight back.
Only corruption will eventually be a problem later on...
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Even if they don't find habitat supporting planets. Droids can harvest and produce on life hostile planets.
Droids need only spare parts, power, lubrication and time.
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To bad we can't see it after Season 1
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This will not work since they use the same tech, even if they name themself 'Smurf Rangers', Palpatine will say it's the CIS renamed and start a war...
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He wasted away 17 years... Guess he has time to catch up to...
Huh, I had a feeling it would turn out this way but not that quickly.
Hoped for more build up, but this is fine to.
Thuis charter Just openen a whole galaxy of potential. Call me invested and keep up the good work. 👍
This CIS might actually pull it off.
If they mining other uninhabitable planets and collect it all in Equestria etc, than I guess the Empire remnants and the galaxy wide invasion might be stopped by a unexpectedly arriving huge army of droids, lead by Luna, Celestia etc etc.
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It is a double bladed swird cutting two ways.
The ponies are not known for advancements, but rather stagnation. Lets hope they can stand this responsibility and its weight on culture and general survival.