Gerald Wellesley, hunter, historian, politician, imperialist, and monarchist is transported from the modern day human realm (dimension, universe etc.) into Equestria, where he is given a taste of absolute power. Gerald must now make a very difficult decision. He must choose between the power that he has desired his whole life, or his newfound friends.
Note: There are "spoilers" in the comments, just to warn you.
Edited by Izanagi
Coverart by Onyx Penstroke
Oh hey! This fix has my name on it.
Better be good.
it looks good,but please don't make him a ''gary stu'' that quickly is the chosen one and etc... this story is in a good way, keep it up
waiting for more chapters
Okay, let me ask you: If you saw some strange creature you've never seen/heard of, and looks like nothing you've seen/heard of before wearing clothes and carrying a backpack would you honestly think it's a wild, or even domesticated, animal? That's something that annoys me the most when the author has a human turn up in Equestria unconscious. Would I think it's strange as hell? Yes. Would I be careful with it and keep a weapon on me just in case for when it woke up? Yes.
Especially in Equestria where, if what we've seen is right, almost no species wear clothes except the rich that feel the need to flaunt their wealth, so who the hell would get clothes for an animal when the owner doesn't even wear any? Sorry, not trying to be mean or anything, this is just something that annoys me with most HiE fics where the Human is unconscious when he first 'meets' the ponies.
I hope the next chapter doesn't have him being unconscious anymore because it's just getting annoying.
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Thank you for your critique Psychotic. I believe that Twilight had reached the conclusion that the human in this case was similar to Spike, as she describes him as a sentient being, whom is possibly an assistant to a unicorn such as herself, due to the "magical" device she had found in his backpack. I do agree that, thinking back, that is was illogical for the other ponies to assume that Gerald was a pet, as they are not the only sentient species that they know of. (although humans, especially this one with his bearded face, may look like an ape, which might not be sentient in their universe.) To address your last concern Gerald will be quite awake in the next chapter, forgive me if you have found it tiresome.
Thank you again.
-Emperor Gerald
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Thank you for taking the time to comment Redglare. I am glad you are enjoying the story, and I hope you continue to enjoy it. I certainly shall take your recommendation into consideration. I shall be releasing a new chapter relatively soon which will hopefully be slightly longer than the previous two. Also regarding Gerald being a Gary Stu, rest assured that I have already developed some negative character traits for him. He is most definitely not a perfect human being.
-Thank you again
Emperor Gerald
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Imperium, I hope you have enjoyed the chapters so far, and I shall work to make the rest of this story as entertaining as possible.
I can't wait to see the adventures gerald will have
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Redglare, I am extremely glad that you have continued reading the story and show continuing interest in it. I can assure you that Gerald will be having some very interesting adventures soon.
-Emperor Gerald I
Yes, yes please more.
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More shall come in time my friend. The next chapter is already in the works!
-Emperor Gerald I
There are still mornachists in modern day society?
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I would say so, as I am a monarchist! Monarchist is more of a respect for the monarchy, like the Queen of Britain for example. Gerald is somewhat like this, he has a deep respect for those whom hold the title of Queen, King, Princess, Prince, etc.
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5393485 Yes there are including me
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5387185 Are you two interested in joining my group The Equestrian Monarchist League
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Thank you for correcting these mistakes kind sir. Your prose is excellent. On that topic, would you care to assist in the creation of this story as an editor? I do not know the dynamics of doing so, but if you are interested would you send me a private message?
-Thanks again.
Emperor Gerald I
I think you mean the Everfree Forest
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Thank you for pointing out that error. I have fixed it.
-Emperor Gerald I
When is the next chapter going to be up?
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I would estimate three to four days at the longest. Although it likely will be much sooner.
-Emperor Gerald I
So like you asked my thoughts so far.
Well first I like Gerald he might seem like a pompous noble at first but he can show kindness I mean if he was a vilain why bother helping the CMC ?
Second, about the story so far well the introductions with the ponies was good, he may have freaked out a bit but he didn't lose his shit and well the interactions with the ponies is good so far but what is interesting is that diamond that he found, I suppose it has an important place in the story.
Third, what could be improved ... hmmm well so far I'm okay with the story, I don't see anything wrong but since the heart of the story hasn't been really revealed yet I can't really say.
Fourth, What will happen ... hmm well I would say that Gerald is going to be consumed slowly by the urge to have power and eventully, he'll snap and do something to obtain power he could for example try to court one of the princesses, organize a coup d'Ă©tat with the help of nobles from Canterlot or politics battle dunno
Finally (yeah I know I say a lot ) this story has got me interested, I really wish to know what will happen next so keep out the good work and let's hope the next chapter will be out soon.
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Nox, thank you exceedingly for giving your opinion upon the story! It is quite rewarding to see what others think of my work. From what I understand, you thought Gerald would have been a villain, up to the point that he assisted the Cutie Mark Crusaders. Might I ask what lead you to that conclusion?
-Emperor Gerald I
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Well when he saved them he wasn't influenced by the diamond and so far it seems to have little influence on him so he helped them no problem there but I feel like that urge for power will consume him somehow.
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Indeed, very interesting conclusion! You'll be happy to know that I have already begun writing the next chapter.
-Emperor Gerald I
diamond? This that Element or just a Alicorn amulet?
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Tis just a black diamond sir. Shaped like a regular diamond.
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5400639 Black...No element or nothing? just a magic Diamond? Weird?
did you say it been found in a hole or house something? but nah. seem good,
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Gerald found it in an underground building. It might be an element, or alicorn amulet, but we do not know as of yet.
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Are you really sure you writing or authors this story?
or you don't have a backup Story? i mean thinking? well good luck, i like this story.
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Forgive me, I stated that in a foolish manner. I meant to say that you, and the other readers are not supposed to know yet.
Sigh... that was foolish of me.
-Emperor Gerald I
Post Script:
Sarachi, I am quite glad you have taken interest in this story. If there is ever anything else that is unclear or vague in my descriptions, do not hesitate to ask!
5400359 Alright and thanks for joining my monarchist group and I do hope you enjoy the forum threads and the stories in there
I should probably start favoriteing stories I enjoy.
Took me three tries to write that, I'm going to sleep.
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I am glad the story has intrigued you! I hope you continue to enjoy the story.
-Emperor Gerald I
Being a man is a matter of age,
but being a Gentleman is a matter of choice. indeed.
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Very well said sir.
5407751 Indeed. Just like when i read some book and drink tea in a night. oh yeah..that really good that day.
It seems that Gerald really likes Princess Celestia
gerald snuggle attack!
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Is there any more effective form of attack?
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hateful snuggle-wuggles.
Its funny how in many HiE fanfics the human ends up working in Applejacks farm. I hate manual labor.
5412457 most effective attack is puppy eyes no jutsu, will ben the will of any in line of sight
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I think humans usually work on Applejack's farm because manual labor is something anyone can do, you don't require any specific credentials. Bloody manual labor!
-Emperor Gerald I
Was Gerald dreaming that he was Emperor Napoleon I or Emperor Napoleon III?
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He was dreaming that he was Napoleon I. The battle that he is participating in is not based upon any real battle.
5414821 I wish some one of them would have an engineering degree like I do and can actually do something.