Rarity is the absolute picture of sophistication, grace, elegance and class, and her forte lies in the halls of high society, so when she somehow wakes up alone in a jungle with nothing but her saddlebag of supplies and some nasty surprises awaiting her, she has some huge hurdles to overcome.
The monster hunting village of Miliesu that she finds herself in has its own problems, as well; she will need to come to terms with the new world she has found herself in and the changes it is making in her before she can help them overcome the problems they are facing.
Will she be able to overcome her own self doubt and discover the root of Miliesu's plight?
For any who would are unfamiliar with Monster Hunter and would like to see the monsters for reference, you may see them in these two videos:
https://youtu.be/ad4KSnP2E7w
https://youtu.be/YZ_HmSyG-U4
before i dig in note it is more common practice to post one chapter at a time rather then all at once
I've read this far and so far I am well entertained. As a huge fan of Monster Hunter, I'm getting a kick at how Rarity is slowly working her way through Low Rank.
This area seems to be similar to Monster Hunter World from what I've seen so far. I'm also curious to see if the anomalies Twilight was talking about at the beginning are related to why Rarity ended up here. Heck, speaking of MHW, this isn't even the second time (discounting the movie) that a cross-dimensional plot has taken place. Though, if I were to hazard an educated guess, I'm betting an elder dragon did it.
As for Rarity herself, I like her characterization so far. She's dainty, but she's shown plenty of times that she'll step up when the situation demands it. Her change in body appearance also makes sense when the mirror is taken into account. Though, I imagine it's easier to write her with hands than hooves. I'd call shenanigans that she speaks the same language, but given the game did it too, I'm not bothered by it.
The only thing I am bothered by is the harsh language. I wasn't ready for all the F-Bombs, and neither was Rarity it seems. Other than that, having a blast.
Moving on!
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I know, but I wanted to write the entire story and be sure I could complete it… free of artificial deadlines or outside influences on its direction. I suppose I could ration out the chapters slowly, but if they’re already done…
Heh, I'm getting a kick out of Rarity learning the ropes. Her selection of weapons almost matches my learning curve. I was grinning at the stickies in particular.
Weird to see some of the monsters described using real-world examples. I'm not sure if tyrannosaurus was ever used. Makes me wonder if dinosaurs existed in Monster Hunter or not.
Moving on!
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Glad to hear you’re enjoying it! I hope you continue to! Sorry to catch you off guard with the profanity - I will warn you, the tag is there for a reason, mainly there are a few characters that are (very) prone to it, and situations that lend themselves to it as well. I hope it doesn’t turn you off too much.
I can tell you it’s in more in the interest of character building and setting the tone of scenes than in shock value, though I’m sure people will naturally disagree and hate it.
Rarity really needs to learn about layered armor. Though, she'll probably spend so much time specking herself out that the hunt will be over.
Nothing like a near death experience to bring out the best and worst of people.
Oh I hope this doesn't sound rude but can I make my own fallow up story to this one? It won't be Canon. I mean it will but it would take place in its own universe where the events of this story are the exact same. If not can I at least us this story as a reference for my own mlp x monster hunter story?
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Not quite sure what you have in mind - if you mean like making something like a sister story in the same universe, by all means, feel free! If you’re looking to change it to something completely different, I’m ok with you using it as a reference. I guess it depends what exactly you had in mind. Feel free to send me a message with your ideas and I’ll let you know a little bit more in depth.
Ew, a one cart mission. I hate those.
Rarity gets her first failed mission and some interesting tidbits on how this mess started. Looks like my first hunch was right.
Though, seeing how each monster has a different color when using their abhorrent powers, I'm suspecting that the Elements are involved too. I guess we'll see.
Onward!
Ha! Knew Rarity would love layered armor.
I like the concept of stuff from the Monster Hunter world not working right in Equestria and vice-verca. Curious as to why Rarity didn't change back into a full pony or Syd for that matter. Cinnamon would fit right in with the Abyssinians, so no questions there.
Looks like we have our elder dragon culprit. Time to cut it down!
Its a good thing Dash didnt try to RainNuke that Ibi, cos there wouldnt have just been a hole in the forest, there wouldve been a hole in the planet.
If only all Teostra can be diced apart like that. At least Rarity can make the Emperor's new clothes!
Heh, everypony got Final Fantasy V jobs.
Pretty good finish to this fight. Not sure if there's anything left to carve after that.
And done.
I had a lot of fun reading this. Even if the ponies at the end were OP, it was entertaining to watch them work together. Tons of neat weapon references, too. Some of my favorites got to make an appearance.
Overall, a pleasant way to spend my Thanksgiving week reading this. Makes me want to boot up my nearest MH game right now.
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Thanks a ton for the read and the comments! I’m glad you enjoyed the story, especially with the OP stuff at the end, I was a little anxious about throwing that in there, but I had fun writing it. Kudos on the FFV/FFTactics recognition. Also hope you got a chuckle out of the joke ‘final’ chapter. Thanks again and happy future reading!
that might be problem for Rarity.
is Rarity in the New World or the Old World?
That would work with Griffons too
Who wouldn't take the shot?
Wrong fare.
Side note: One important line to draw: If it can beg for its life, it should automatically be off the menu.
To be entirely fair, Ponies in Equestria are, what? about three or four feet tall? They are substantially shorter than the average human, either way. Of course she'd need more than usual. Also, though some herbivores are rather enormous back on Earth, that's partially because/to allow them to eat pretty much all day to get a;ll of the nutreients out of what they eat.
Ah, shaddup, you!
A Tigrex, perhaps? I don't think it's a Zinogre.
T: Fun fact: Pirateth uthed to (pirates used to) carry dried meat in a container called a Boucan. Henthe (hence) why they're called Buccaneerth (Buccaneers). Or "boucaneerth" (Boucaneers).
Arzuros, right? Aren't those in Generations and Rise?
Just a tip: If you use [hr ] you get
Anjanath.
And Tobi Kadachi.
Both from World. Where the heck IS she?!
a lot as long as I stay around you.”Zoologically speaking, most animals on Earth are capable of consuming meat.
As to where she lives... Well, i could bring up the pigs and the sandwich, but I won't bother.
Well, as they say, those that pay together stay together.
Well, she gets better lodgings than the Player Character.
To quote a video by Curious Archive,
That was absolutely SAVAGR!
Well, hey; Twilight only had one that clicked.
Or maybe on someone who DESERVES it.
T:Thome (some) of the nithe thingth (nice things) about muthlin (muslin):
It'th thoft and abthorbent (It's soft and absorbent), and it breatheth (breathes) very well.
T: It'th altho wrinkle-rethithtent (it's also wrinkle-resistant) and hypo-allergenic
It would only be a fault if it was a bad thing.
Some appropriate music?
This ought to be good...
[Rarity] will remember that...
You know what they say: Those that slay together stay together.
Aaaaand cue the music!
Hit it!