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When Spike asked Twilight to help him create The Noble Dragon Code, he hoped a lot of things would happen.

Getting worshipped as a god by legions of theologically-inclined dragons wasn't really one of them but, hey, whattcha gonna do? Them's the breaks, kiddo.

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Reading of the story (YouTube, mp3 link in comments): Chapter 1.2

Ponies were magically and genetically engineered to be the perfect servitor race. They are powerful, adaptable, intelligent and completely under the control of their creators. A laboratory accident frees one such pony from her mental chains, but how can one mare save herself and the rest of her kind if she doesn't even know she's a slave?

This is not the Equestria you know and these are not your little ponies. Not yet anyway.

Tags: Sci-Fi, Adventure, Diamond Dogs, Gryphons

Other tags: historical, mind control, Clarke's 3rd Law, excessive use of high energy physics, before they were famous.

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Attempting to summon a creature without a Contract is literally gambling with your soul. However, Uzumaki Naruto is extremely lucky when it comes to gambling and manages to summon something that won't kill him outright.

"Sur-PRISE!"

"Gah!"

"Hi! I'm Pinkie Pie."

"Uh... I'm Uzumaki Naruto, future Hokage!"

Twilight is a Canterlot Orphan. Her parents mysteriously disappeared one day, and were announced dead in the line of duty for the Crown. Growing up as an Orphan has had its benefits, but now the young unicorn receives a surprise she had never expected: Princess Luna, the Immortal Ruler of Equestria, wants Twilight Sparkle as her personal protege. But not just any protege. Luna is grooming Twilight to become the next Valkyrie, an elite Mage who acts as Luna's right hoof. When Twilight discovers a long buried secret during her studies, the new Valkyrie is put to the test to find a way to prevent day from falling across Equestria-- Forever.

AU. Based on the first season. Twilight and Celestia begin to drift apart due to a misunderstanding. Will Luna speak up and repair the breach, or will she remain silent to keep her new friend, Twilight, all to herself?

"It's labeled shipping, but isn't really that shippy! "

- EQD

"Sage. Reported."

- /co/

Rainbow Dash was the greatest flier in all of Equestria—or, at least, she was until she lost her wing. Luckily though, she quickly learned that flying wasn't the only thing that could bring her happiness and comfort.

Thanks to the amazing Cynical and bats for the edits.

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Nopony ever said the friendship between Fluttershy and Discord would be an easy one. The difference in their life expectancies doesn’t help, but that’s a problem Discord can fix with a snap of the talons—that is, until Fluttershy finds out. Discord isn’t one to give up easily, though. He’ll do anything to keep his one and only friend. Anything.

Inspired by the image by C-Puff.

It is said, that the gods are petty creatures, whimsical and uncaring of mortals. It is said that nopony can stand against a god. It is said, that when darkness comes to the world a few shall arise to fight it... those chosen will have already proven their worth, for the mantle they must inherit carries the weight of many battles and indomitable will.

Will they be ready? Will Friendship—and love—be enough to succeed?

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What if Twilight was orphaned before her acceptance into Celestia's school for gifted unicorns?

what if she and the princess of the sun became inseparable? What if Twilight starts calling Celestia mommy after their lessons?

What if Celestia loves it?

Inspired by the cover photo

What starts as a simple wager before Hearts and Hooves day turns into something much greater than Rainbow Dash ever expected.  But everypony has a past, and that past can come back to haunt you at the worst times.

This story is dedicated to anyone who had their heart broken...and found the strength to move on anyway.