//------------------------------// // Chapter 10: Problem with a Griffon? (S1E5) // Story: The Elemental Manipulation // by GalaxyEmpire //------------------------------// Problem with a Griffon? One Week Later... “You've done that so she thinks that she harvests it because she has been so tired of doing activities with the girls?” Twilight said while preparing for the test experiment. "Yep, classified," Leo stated, helping her with her project. “You seriously pushing yourself too far for accomplishing something but WOW.” Twilight chuckled. "But without her knowing, you just like a street cleaner if you ask me. Nonetheless, glad that we manage to change her mind.” "Uh... What are you doing, by the way?" He asked. "Hmm? Oh, just to see if I can manage to formulate a new thing for Equestria you know?" She started to considered. "If do this correctly, the other kingdom will know-how incredible our kingdom is and it might have a 50-50 per cent that this test will explore too." "What?! You realize we living were things can get on fire so easily, right?" “Of course I do, with a fireproof spell in the first place, okay. I know what I'm doing, brother.” Twilight muttered. “Though it will also cause a black hole sudden appear, or a mutant monstrous, or...” "Sis!" “Oh calm down, sheesh. My magic has increased enough thanks to the Element of Magic for boosted my abilities so I can stop the test if anything strange that could happen. I wish I have extra time to see if the other girls also being boosted by the Elements so I could have checked to see if they changed too.” "Really?" He anxious, looking at her with a worried look. "This is your Big Sister, Leo. I won't cause any shenanigans and abashed myself for doing an examination just for Equestria but promise you that I will be in good condition, okay? Trust your Sister, Leo." Twilight considered while putting a last ingredient to the testing table. The Cub sighed, but high hope in him. "Alright, Sis. I'll trust you." "Thanks. Now where my lab coat?" "Since when we have a lab coat? This is a library!" "Since then, there one of it down the basement before you and Spike could enter first. I was in there and surprisingly, found it with a bit of dusting in the closet and hello? Who's gonna weird it since it was made only for a pony?" "Speaking of Spike, where is he? I haven't seen him this morning." He looks around, up to see no dragon in this place. "Oh, he still out getting the scrolls I wanted from town hall but it's been like an hour. You mind looking for him while I work on this?” Leo nodded heading too the door, fixing the position his grey bandana, hold the door handle, and one day he was going to work hard for his sister, even like she said, without her knowledge, she won't be that appreciated. "Huh?" Leo said as he opened the front door of the library to see noting. His ears perked up as he looked around curiously not seeing anyone there. He senses a positive energy hints of Spike, Pinkie Pie, and Rainbow Dash, as well as a host of other ponies who had come and gone but very low. But none of them was close enough to have been the one who knocked. He shrugged about to step on when something caught his eye, a small circle of red sitting on the edge of the step. It was wiggling ever so slightly as if enticing him. He narrowed his eyes a little looking at it as it swayed back and forth. He stared at it a moment before he slapped a paw down atop of it. He lifted his hand to look at it curiously only to see the spot wasn't on his paw. Looking down he noticed it was on the other side of the step. He slapped his paw down on that only for the spot to move out of the way, he swatted at it again only for it to dart out of reach. Leo growled leaping after it as it started trying to escape across the yard. And thus the chase was on. One Hour Later... Twilight noticed that her brothers hadn't come back. In truth she had expected him to depart first if he wants to, she doesn't mind. He thought that he will make a mistake doing these tests, then again neither did Spike. Still, both she and Princess Celestia had thought it necessarily good for her to have them to not interrupt her and to do this experiment must be at least 18 years old or above. To doing like the tests right now would bit complicated if she was not careful enough, she can lose her head instantly, or perhaps, it particularly drained her magic until she is unconscious. The mare sighed, she has a second thought about this project she about to make, just for Equestria getting more attention? She seems to get what her brother told him about, giving that he worries for her so much that he uses the Elemental Split to defend her for any hostile creature though, in Canterlot, there are only ponies living near the Castle with a bunch of royal guards guarding the place. Well, on the other day, a chef gryphon called Gustave le Grand, if what he told was right, he was working as a royal chef in Canterlot but retired to go back to his homeland but that doesn't count. Twilight thought about Leo splitting ability, that's right, his Elemental Power. She being studied about how it works and how different each time he switched into the type of elements or rather, she called Elemental Form. From what she knew so far is the Elemental Forms are what results after he transforms or splits into different elements. These Elemental Forms change his appearance, by either tinting he hair, completely changing his wardrobe or giving them an accessory. The source of the power is currently unknown for her, even the Princess and top scientist couldn't solve where the originating source comes from, though for whatever reason, Leo has the power already inside of him. The Elements only exclusive to Leo, while the Elements are essential to him, the Elements seem to be fragments of his persona, some of it representing a different part of his personality. As a result, the Elements tend to act differently than Leo does, depending on what personality he is influenced. The Unicorn thought about his forms, she learns that each form has its unique skills and abilities. They also have their unique personality, often corresponding to their elemental abilities and Leo's personality. For his first Element is the Element of Lightning, the most serious and combat efficient of all the other two forms. He is arguably the best form combat-wise due to his aggressive displacement and attack-oriented abilities, she doesn't know where he learns this fighting skill from. Though for his mane and bandana turned to yellow must because to match the colours of his electric powers. Lightning is one of the bravest forms and not afraid of fighting enemies, no matter how big and scary they might be. Next is the Elements of Wind, the most notably one of the most cheerful and carefree. He seems very relaxed in a happy-go-lucky way, as seen by the fact that he is almost always seen with a smile on his face, even when in a bad situation. Wind's also fairly playful and is the only one of the three elements to be portrayed with a cheerful grin. Though Lightning usually often seen ready to engage in combat. Wind's is probably Leo's happy and playful persona, being the one who always seems happy regardless of the situation, despite sometimes feeling a little scared. Last at not least, the Element of Earth. The strongest one, in science. Amongst the other forms, true his nature, Earth is the most down to earth form. He is much more grounded than the other forms and has shown many leadership qualities. Responsible and serious, Earth is usually the form to be on top of things. Being the most centred of the three elements, Earth often acts as a mediator between Lightning and Wind's stark contrasting personalities as well as the acting leader of the forms. Earth is possibly a personification of Leo's responsible and leadership part of his personality. The nature of his abilities is dedicated to defending others. He is also the closest in personality to the original Leo. She stopped what she doing to think about this, Celestia mentions that he has some hidden potentially not be unlocked yet. But what is it? Is it new types of Elements? This makes Twilight in curious to took more note on how his power continuously grow. But with princess suggest making it classified to the cub for his good so he won't start to panic, she can push this curious aside and locked it until time will tell. But if she can make a good excuse, she might able to convince the princess. Now, she NEEDED to talk to princesses about Leo and to make another decision for his future. Meanwhile... Leo sat up and spit out the half-gallon of water he felt like he swallowed as he coughed. The dot had managed to trick him into leaping into the river after he chased it across town. He had run it up buildings, under ponies, and through market stalls. He was pretty sure he had sent a few ponies and products flying as he chased the vile red dot. Still, he hadn't heard anyone screaming at him, just a lot of laughter so evidently he hadn't broken anything in his single-minded pursuit. He needs to apologize for accidentally he has caused. Looking around he didn't see the dot but he heard a lot more laughing. Shaking his head to clear the water from his ears, he noticed a cloud nearby with a rainbow coloured tail sticking out of it and a bush on the ground with a fluffy pink one poking out of it. Both of those were laughing hysterically. Not seeing the dot Leo climbed out of the water going over to see what was going on. Pinkie Pie was laughing so hard she was crying and Rainbow Dash was the same way from what he could see. Both of them were holding small mirrors with a red film over them. The Manipulation blinked as both of them stopped laughing a moment to look at the confused and completely soaked Lion Cub before they fell over laughing again. The Next Day... The Golden Lion raised a brow looking at Rainbow Dash's friend. The Griffons Gilda looked up at him. They both looked at Rainbow Dash curiously. The Cyan mare looked at Spike. Spike shrugged. “What? You expected the two of them to hit it off because they both eat meat?” Spike rolled his eyes. "Seriously do you expect a pony to be friends with every other pony because they eat cupcakes or something?” “Pinkie Pie.” Gilda frowned deeper and Rainbow Dash smirked as Spike grumbled. “Right okay, but we've don't know if that mare is not right or not.” Spike rolled his eyes. “Any way we've told you Pinkie Pie is having a party for Gilda. Our job's done.” “Where are you off to anyway?” Dash asked. “While your prank was a good one Twilight needed those scrolls and the Princess isn't going to send them back by dragon fire so we have to go to Canterlot and pick them up along with the rest of the stuff we were moving down here,” Spike explained. “You're willing to miss the party?” Gilda asked. “It's Pinkie Pie. If we asked she'd throw us a 'we missed the party', party.” the dragon sighed. ”It's no biggy.” "Hey, do you relate to a Gryphon who work within Canterlot, but then retired?" Leo asked. "Oh, of course, because every Griffon ever is related.” Gilda snapped. "Cool." "Yeah yeah. Now let's go, Leo!" The drake grabs his left paws and started to pull. "I'd like to get back before next week, we already have to stay the night. "Nice knowing you, Gilda." Gilda and Rainbow Dash watched the pair leave before the Griffin grumbled looking at the cyan mare. “So how do you know those two idiots?” She demanded. “Huh, oh, they're the brothers of another friend of mine. I'll introduce you to her at the party.” Dash chuckled. "Little dude guard the foals while the tall one took a stand to fight an immortal nightmare goddess to save every pony. He was freaking amazing. He also able to split into three of himself, I know its weird but I tell you later on." "Eh, I'll take your word for it,” Gilda smirked. ”He might be the most interesting thing I've seen here yet.” “It's been a trip since those three showed up.” Dash agreed. “Yeah... pity he doesn't have wings,” Gilda muttered. Ponyville, Train Station... “Two to Canterlot, please...” The younger brother told the ticket mare setting a claw full of bits on the counter as payment. Not noticed he sighed, upset at missing Pinkie Pie's party than he was trying to let on. "Why did this happens to me?" He growled. "Cheer up, bro. At least we can go back to our old place before we can settle down in Ponyville with our stuff." The cub said, try his best to cheer up his brother. "Yeah...still." The drake sighed, grab the tickets from the mare as the pair boarded the train. Canterlot, Princess Celestia's chambers... “I do apologize, Spike, for making you come back here. I'm afraid my letter must have seemed rather curt. I assure you it was not intentional, things have been.... trying here for the last week.” Princess Celestia sighed, pouring herself a cup of tea. Looking over at Spike she couldn't help but smirk as the little dragon stuffed his face with tea cakes and gems. Leo was there next to him as well, though he had opted to order something from the palace kitchens while he was here. It was odd to have her student's brothers here without Twilight herself, but she needed to ask them some questions and the scrolls on Ponyville's history were a perfect chance to get them here. Twilight likely wouldn't let Spike go alone and she was busy when the note was sent to her. “Mus may witness....” Spike stammered choking suddenly on his mouthful of food. Leo frowned and slapped his brother on the back holding up a napkin in front of him to keep the mouth full of food from spraying every whereas Spike choked. "Where's your manner, bro?" The cub glared, aren't Twilight have taught him table manners by now "Sorry..." “It's fine Spike,” Celestia replied. Leo sighed in amusement, remember watched his sister eat a hay burger on her way. He was the lion and he had the best table manners of the three. “I have the scrolls packed up for you already, though I do have an ulterior motive of course. I would like to ask you a few questions about things that are going to Ponyville for you three.” Celestia stated. Leo's ears perked up at that, and he smiled. Knowing him, Spike was looking at her with a grin. Celestia smiled. It's good that her plan working well, she thought she can't do anything since Twilight always studies, not making friends at all. Luna is getting used to this era, though she has found a drink called coffee, a liquid that can boost her energy levels so her job in the Dream Realm would be easy. She probably gonna yelled out to the maid to asked more coffee... But least she can work better now. "Everything is going well, Celestia," Leo answered. "To be honest, we've been quite fun since we living there. New friends, new thing to check, and lots more!" "I thought so, I'm glad you all have fun." The Princess took a sip from her tea, before turning to concerns look. "So...how are you been?" "Like I said Celestia, everything is fine." He stated, but that's not what she wants to hear. "And your power?" This makes Spike stop eating his gem and look at her with the confusing look, she just asked him about his power? Why? Sure she has been keeping on eyes on him when there were a little for any unusual coming from him but not with that look, she is very serious right now. The lion blinked for a couple of seconds before spoke. "Oh, noting strange happen to it." He answered, putting his right paw on his chest. "Just normal as usual, why?" "Nothing, just want to be sure." The princess took a sip, trying to lose the question. The cub did as her doing while Spike in curious though, since the Summer Sun celebration and the return of Princess Luna, she explained that Leo can get new Elements, it just a matter of time before he getting it right under her muzzle. Luckily, he doesn't know about, only Celestia and the Mane 6 plus Spike, who secretly notice. Just then, Leo sense of positive energy, though this one just been purified. He looks at the princess, who staring at the door. Both of them looked more concerned as the tea set began to rattle and clank on the table. "Uh... Celestia I-" “SISTER!!!!” Luna screamed out, as she suddenly appeared in the middle of the group. Leo and Spike both yelped, falling over backwards though Celestia simply put a hoof to her temple as she played the part of the long-suffering sister, the door had not opened. “Yes, Lulu?” Celestia questioned.”What is it this time?” “Blue!” Luna stated happily. Leo and Spike peeked their heads over the top of the vibrating table noting Luna's wide-eyed look, wild mane, and the fact she was vibrating in place much like Pinkie Pie. “What about it Lulu?” Celestia asked. “This everywhere. How did thou gain access to this much indigo pigment? Even common folk have blue clothing. This is wondrous to see so much of it all over the place. Is there that much woad being harvested now? Have trade deals with the east been upgraded in my absence?” “It's artificially coloured now Lulu.” Celestia sighed. ”We don't need woad plant or a trade route to the spice islands to produce it.” “Astounding,” Luna stated staring into space and stilling herself for a second before she was back to vibrating around the room like a wind-up toy. ”It was explained to us about modern dyes but to see it is still impressive!” Leo and Spike glanced to each other than to Luna. “Ahh, Spike and Leo greetings to you. We are sorry for the interruption, but blue is our favourite colour and it was rare in the past and we are happy to see it everywhere now. We would love to stay and chat but we have things to do, we are only halfway done with reading the royal archives. Good morning.” Luna smiled patting them both on the head without seeming to move her wings before she was suddenly gone again. The lion blinked as there were no senses of teleportation or any sort of energy, the mare was simply gone. ... .... ..... Awkward. "Anyway..." Spike stands up from his comfy seat. "We still need to gather our stuff in our old place before head back to Ponyville, so..." He stretches his claws, giving a few cracking bone sound. "Thanks for the tea and the foods, it delicious as always but we need to head off." "Very well. Say hello to Twilight for me." They nodded, before exiting the chamber.