At a gateway, a group of battered and worn soldiers and two horses came walking up. They all stopped just before the closed gate as someone shouted, in their native tongue, "How goes it out there?". One member of the group looked up, arm shielding them from the Sun's rays. "Fair men and women of the town have risen from their resting places in search for flesh". The one guard, who had originally asked, grimaced slightly. Another guard, standing to the left, quickly replied "So last Tuesday?" All other parties involved suddenly produced a discontented chuckle, most likely out of politeness than any actual sense of humour in the statement. "Fires have raged across the buildings, leaving nothing in their wake", replied the guard, quickly ignoring the previous comment.
"So like last Wednesday?", the same other guard quipped without missing a beat. This time, though, nothing but a dry cough came forth as reward for such a comedic statement. The reporting guard stared apprehensively before replying "Right. A horde have assembled at the base of the castle, even using basic methods of warfare to advance past our sentries." the guard raised an arm and pointed to where they described, and indeed, an ever-growing crowd has amassed. "So like last Thu-". Slapping him around the head, the now irritated and impatient gate guard stared fixatedly at him before turning back to the other guard.
"Hmm... This is troubling indeed. Go inside and tell the Sergeant the grave news you bare. I am sure he knows how to remedy this". Ordering the quick-mouthed guard, they both raised the gate, and the scouting party made their way in.
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"Starlight?"
"Yes, Twilight?"
"Did you just bring over a group of organisms from another dimension?"
A pregnant pause could (not) be heard as Starlight stood there, head facing away slightly and ears drooping. Eventually she mustered a "Yes, Twilight", though, not before releasing a long sigh. Twilight gazed at the bubble prison, wondering how exactly to explain the misdeeds of her student to what appeared to be armed forces. After some deliberating, she eventually lifted a hoof and commanded "Starlight, release them from the shield". But before utter chaos could ensue, she quickly amended "But not before lowering them down first". Starlight looked up at Twilight, the bubble, and back to Twilight, before nodding and slowly lowering the bubble. The moment it touched the ground, she released them from their cage, water flowing in every which way, before eventually forming a thin coating of water throughout the room.
The boat itself, no longer being supported by the water, dropped to the ground. Each person on the boat swayed violently, or in some cases falling over, as it rested on the floor. As a disco-ordinated group, they all stepped off of the boat and turned towards the two most interesting things in the room. "Alright, who are you and what do you want with us?". Stepping forward, the Captain unsheathed his sabre and held it at his side, ready. "Because I can only assume that that was your doing". Starlight stood back as her mentor stood forward. She raised a hoof to her chest before speaking "I profusely apologise on behalf of my student here", waving a hoof towards the cowering Starlight who chuckled nervously. "But I assure you, we mean no harm. If you wish, we would happily send you back right now". She glanced towards her student, indicating that it was her turn to help in the mess she created. "Uh... Right, right. Only, there is a small problem".
One of the crew members, who was still trying to wrap his head around the concept of inter-dimensional travel, burst out with "What problem is that?". Starlight, under the gaze of everyone in the room, shrunk back slightly, ears lowering. "Uh. Well. The spell that I used, kinda sorta is a one time thing. I'd have to write another one". A particular soldier, who had a very sheltered upbringing, stepped forward. "A spell? You are witches! You have cursed us, you unholy abominations!". The Captain, who had sheathed his sword, rushed forward and placed his hand on the soldier's chest. "Easy now, soldier. You would not want to insult our only way back, yes?". Said soldier, staring at the 'Witches', turned his head towards the Captain, opened his mouth, closed it again because his argument would be refuted, and mumbled a 'No, Sir", before walking back.
Stopping just in front of them, the Captain briefly raised his hand, before quickly lowering it again. "Since, we... Seem to be stuck here for a while, we may as well introduce ourselves". He pointed a thumb towards himself before pointing to each individual member. "I am Captain Harks, the commanding officer of this group. That is Corporal James, Private Copperfield, Wentworth, Atkinson, Cook and Cooper. And I have no idea who he is". As he called each out, they either gave a grunt or variations-thereupon, barring two. "Ughh, I am Sergeant Beaumont, for your information British man...Sir".
Twilight, whom looked slightly perplexed, quickly responded with "Well, my name is Princess Twilight Sparkle, and this is my student Starlight Glimmer". Said pony waved a hoof slightly, with a sheepish grin.
"Uhh... Hey everyp- one. I should- I should probably go work on that spell now", looking to her mentor, who gave her a quick nod, she quickly dashed out of the room. An awkward silence viciously descended upon the room, and a few coughs quickly rushed to fill the void. Such coughs were particularly discharged from who Twilight vaguely recollected to be Poofer, or some other name. She glanced around at the other occupants of the room before stating "Well, feel free to ask any questions while you wait. I'm sure this is a very confusing time for you all".
One person, whom Twilight believed might be called Manes, piped up. "Yeah, I have one. What the Hell are you and where are we?". Twilight, confused by the statement, and ever curious about the meaning of 'Hell', attempted to answer the question before being rudely interrupted by one specific dragon, whom informed her of a guest arrival before leaving after an ushering from Twilight. She turned to the stunned and horrified faces of the group before addressing them. "I have some business to attend to, I'll be back shortly".