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Star Trek: Equestria Rising - Sentinel053



Equus a peacefull world that finds it drawn into a war with the ancient Iconians now its is up to our heros and the United Federation to defend it

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Taking a tour: Dawnstar

USS Dawnstar Transporter Room one

As transporter chief O'Leron locked on to the transport beam coming from the T'lava he was surprised to see a number of quadruped signatures with them. Wondering what they were as the away teamed rematerialized on the pad, only to see they were technicolor ponies.few of the ponies. Looking to them Sarcon could see that the affects of being transported had not agreed with them very well as some of them look as if they were about to vomit.

"Ugh Tia We do not feels so-" Luna tries to say slipping back into old Equestrian before running to the nearest thing she can find which just so happened to be the open container of liquid polymer that just so happened to be present in the transporter room before emptying her guts into it. after a few minutes she regains her composure albeit with looking guilty for having vomited aboard Sarcon's ship.

"Oh Maker please for give me for what I just did Admiral" Luna asked hoping she had not angered Sarcon though still being unaware that he is incapable of feeling emotions.

"there is no need for apology Princess, everyone's first trip using a transporter is not the most fond experience the feeling of nausea will fade over time and continual use of the transport system" Sarcon said

"A GIANT KITTY" Fluttershy says as loud as she can which to the others sounds like a normal tone of voice as she literally jumps at O'Leron who tries to avoid her only to fail and have Fluttershy latch on to him.

"Um well this is awkward" O'Leron said as he tried to pry Fluttershy off to no avail.

"Aw aren't so you cute" Fluttershy said as she nuzzled O'Leron who started to try harder to become free.

"Miss Fluttershy I fail to see what has made you so fascinated with Chief O'Leron but I may infer that the fact that he is a Caitian has had a profound affect on you" Saron said as this was the only plausible reason to why Fluttershy was acting this way.

"Actually it might be due to the fact that her cutie mark symbolizes that she is good with animals and has found O'Leron to something that only has occurred in her dreams" Twilight said which caused the whole group minus two Vulcans to chuckle.

"Well that is nice but what ever in the world are you" Rarity asked O'Leron

"I am a Caitian native to the Cait System" O'Leron said as he was finally able to get Fluttershy to release him

"So in others words your a giant cat" Rainbow chided a smirk on her face

"If you really want to call me that then yes, I am" O'Leron said as he straightened out his uniform. "Sir are these things the natives?"

"Indeed they are, so far the medical scans that were performed aboard the T'lava have revealed a high similarity between the internal organs and that of a humans, believe me when I say that I was astonished to learn this" Sarcon said

"Well then I hope you learn more about them and what makes their world unique" O'Leron said

"Indeed, this way please" Sarcon said exiting the transporter room followed closely by Commander Flores, Zarva and T'vreil and bringing up the rear the ponies who just as equally amazed as to how different the Dawnstar was from the T'lava only for Twilight to start freaking out

"WAIT Where's Spike, Spike Spike SPIKE WHERE ARE you" Twilight said racing back into the transporter room trying to find her adoptive little brother only to see a particle column materialize on the pad then only to fade away leaving the purple little dragon in its place.

"Sorry I'm late I got distracted by one of those foo-" He didn't even get to finish as a set of lavender hooves enveloped him and nerly crushed him

"YOU GOOF BALL DON'T EVER EVER DO THAT AGAIN" Twilight yelled as she let spike go who quickly started panting heavily to not die due to almost being choked to death.

"If everyone is now accounted for shall we proceed?" Sarcon asked seeing that the young drake was reunited with his family

"Yes please MR Sarcon" Nyx said as she head down the corridor after Sarcon the rest of the ponies following suite.

"Admiral if I may ask what will we be seeing this time" Celestia asked having started to eye the multiple Andorians, Tellarites, Saurian's and other species moving about the ship who were also staring back at her and the rest of the ponies.

"Unlike a Romulan vessel you will see a greater amount of diversity through out the crew, all of the vessels in Starfleet have citizens from every major member world within the Federation.

"Wait Starfleet what's that?" Cadence asked

"Starfleet is the main exploratory and peacekeeping force for the Federation" Sarcon said "When during a time of war Starfleet will double as the Federation's 'navy' should the need arise"

"So does this mean this ship is built for war" Nyx asked having climbed on Twilights back so that she would be able to see everything better since everything she had seen on the T'lava was taller than she was.

"Yes unfortunately, the Dawnstar is a Presidio class battlecruiser however, most classes of starships that are ooperated by Satrfleet are not built for but, for science and exploration" Sarcon replied to Nyx.

"But why is this one made for war?" Cadence asked

"It was during the war with the Klingon Empire that the Dawnstar was built, nor did I take command until after the cease fire had been declared official" Sarcon said as they made they way to a turbo lift.

" While on board I believe you will be noticing many of the differences between a Federation ship and a Romulan ships" Sarcon as everyone managed to squeeze into the turbo lift.

"Bridge" Sarcon said receiving the automated acknowledgement from the ships computer through a electric beep enaging the lift drive sending the lift upwards fifteen deck in a matter of seconds, before arriving and the doors opening revealing the sheer difference in the size of the Dawnstar bridge compared to the of a non Federation ship

"Whoa now this place be bigger than when we was on the T'lava" Applejack said with a whistle of amazement as she took in the size of the bridge.

"Admiral thank god your okay" Kolez said as he strolled up to the group a look of concern and irritation on his face.

"There something ya don't see everyday" Rainbow Dash whispered to twilight upon seeing Kolez

"Something you wish to Report Kolez" Commander Flores asked

"Your damn right there is sir, I want to know whose bright idea it was to almost smash the T'lava into our ship" Kolez said through clenched teeth, his fists clenched tight

"Eh heh heh" Pinkie aid as she hung her head in shame nothing she had messed up greatly

"YOU" Kolez practically yelled at her "Do you know how close you came to killing us all"

"Kolez that is quite enough she was told the error of what she has committed when we were still aboard the T'lava" Sarcon said is he usual monotone voice whilst trying to calm the angered saurian down.

"Fine I'll let it go but anywhere she goes she'll have a security escort" Kolez said as he went back to his station

"What in tarnation was his problem?" Applejack asked as she comforted Pinkie

"Forgive Lieutenant Commander Kolez, he's the chief of security as well as my tactical officer, as such he can be quicker to jump into a situation if he believe any member of the crew myself included is in danger" Sarcon replied

"Oh w-well I just wanted to see what the buttons did" Pinkie said her mane losing its puffed up appearance going straight and flat.

"Its understandable but, from now I ask that you ask what something onboard dos before you start touching it" Sarcon said which seemed to re assure Pinkie causing her mane to spring back up to its cotton candy appearance

"Okey Dokey Lokey" Pinkie chimed while smiling which for some reason sounded like a squeaky toy for a pet

"Um Mr. Sarcon sir a-are there any animals on board I didn't see any when we were on the T'lava a-and its made me sad, I mean seeing Mr. kitty was nice but I wish there were other animals t-to see If its okay" Fluttershy managed to squeak out

"I believe I may have a solution to your request Fluttershy" Sarcon said before whistling and a small yip like reply being heard before a small cat like animal with a black coat and pink eyes ran out of the ready room and stopped once it saw the ponies.

Fluttershy looked like she was about to burst once she laid eyes on it "Its so CUTE" She squeed as she practically jumped towards it

"I must agree with Fluttershy it is absolutely adorable" Luna said "But what is it?"

"Allow me to introduce you to Nexus" Sarcon said "As for what she is, she is my pet Risian Lunarian Caracal, a feline species native to the Risa System" Fluttershy was metaphorically drooling over the caracal having met a new animal she couldn't contain her excitement.

"Its so cute" She cooed "Your so soft and fuzzy aren't you" As she started to pet Nexus who leaned into the caresses purring in approval.

"Looks like ya found yer self a new friend Fluttershy" Applejack stated as she snickered at the interaction between the two. Nexus then look towards the remaining ponies, moving her gaze from one to the other before slowly walking up to them. The first pony Nexus chose to investigate was Rarity who seemed bit hesitant at letting a new animal come near her.

"Arent you precious, your just like my cat opal just with out cutting pieces of my mane off with your claws" Rarity said as she scratched Nexues's head causing her to purr in appreciation. the rest of he interactions between the ponies and the celestial sisters were similar however when Nexus got to the CMC she did something that was most unexpected.

"Aww its so fuzzy" Sweetie Belle said as she tried to pet Nexus only for the Caracal to run back into the ready room

"Did weh do somethin wrong?" AppleBloom asked only for Nexus to come running out with a Targ squeaky toy in her mouth and dropping it in front of the four fillies and dragon

"Its wants us to play" Nyx squealed as she picked up the toy in the indigo field of her magic before tossing it across the Bridge, Causing Nexus to go scampering after before coming back with it and dropping it again. The adults both pony and alien except for two Vulcans couldn't help but laugh at the display, only for Twilight to noticed Sarcon and T'vreil's lack of laughter

"un Admiral you don't find this funny?" She asked his lack of laughter she noticed had started to agitate Pinkie since being the Element of Laughter it was Pinkies job to make ponies or the other races of Equus laugh and smile

"I do find it humorous but, I fail to see why you are concerned with me not being able to laugh" Sarcon asked

"Well its just that I would have thought you would have at least ya know laughed a little? Twilight said as she rubbed her shoulder

"I am afraid I am unable to due such a thing" Sarcon replied only the response from Pinkie was well lets say it was more than surprised.

"WHAT, WHAT DID YOU JUST SAY" Pinkie screamed out her shock "This isn't right I-I need to fix this right now" At that she started what could be considered putting on a one mare circus trying to get Sarcon to laugh but to no avail did it work after about twenty five minutes of not getting him to laugh she collapsed on the floor and sadly stared to cry

"W-why w-wont Y-you laugh" Pinkie choked up over her tears only to feel someone's had upon her head and start stroking her mane. Looking up she saw that it was Sarcon

"Ms. Pie the reason for which I do not laugh is that I am incapable of such a thing" Sarcon said as he helped the party pony to her hooves

"B-but why? what makes it so you can't laugh" Fluttershy asked as she took a turn playing with Nesxus.

"How can I explain this in a way that you can understand, we Vulcans are emotionless beings, we do not feel happiness, joy or the sadness of loss" Sarcon said.

"W-what but how" Cadence stuttered "Does that mean you don't even feel love"

"That is correct we do not even feel love, for you see Vulcans are beings of logic and reason" Sarcon explained "That is why I did not laugh at any of your attempts Pinkie though they were admirable they were unnecessary"



"O-Okay *Sniff* you could have just said that" Pinkie said as she wiped away her tears.

"Now that we have taken care of this misunderstanding shall we begin the tour" Sarcon asked, the ponies sending out another round of yes and please

"First off since Xiramek showed some of the T'lava's technical data I believe it is logical to due the same" Sarcon said as he stepped over to the tactical console before tapping in a few commands to bring up the appropriate data
USS Dawnstar
Ship class: Presidio class command battlecruiser

Length: 800 Meters

Width 250 meters

Crew size: 750

Primary power plant: 1 MKXII Plasma integrated warp core

Impulse Engine type: MKXIIII Aegis Hyper-Impulse engines

Shielding: MKXIIII Aegis Covariant Shielding array

Primary Deflector Dish: MKXIIII Aegis Deflector array

Maximum Speed: Warp factor 9.99

Weapons Load out: Twenty Eight MKXIII Phaser banks, Eighteen turret mounted heavy Phaser cannons, two forward and two aft MKXII torpedo launchers

Additional defenses: Enhanced Neutronium alloy armored plating

The total difference between the T'lava and the Dawnstar sank in rather quickly, thanks to Sarcon's explanation of the Presidio class being one of the few classes of ships to be purpose built for war.

"Well ah'll be darned you wasn't kiddin when ya said yer ship was meant fer war seein that its got more weapons then the T'lava, only ah don't get one thing whats that last bit at the end mean?" Applejack

"That is the ships armor plating, it s made from the hardest substance in the Galaxy, Neutronium" Sarcon said "No known weapon can cut through it and it covers the more vital areas of the ships such as main engineering were the warp core is"

"Where is such a material found?" Celestia asked

"Neutronium can only be mined from the core of a Neutron star" Sarcon replied "Once it cools it is virtually impregnable to any form of weapon" Luna then made a mental note to learn what a Neutron star was.

'Now that this has been cleared up shall we start the rest of the tour" Sarcon asked the ponies respond with please's and yes

"Very well Commander Flores you have command, and Kolez I shall make sure that Pinkie Pie does not put the ship in danger"

"Understood sir" Kolez replied as Sarcon, Zarva, T'vreil and the ponies headed for the lift

Main engineering

"Well where to begin" Zarva said "The first thing you'll notice is that Starfleet vessels are not powered by an artificial black hole, instead we use a contained matter/anti-matter reaction for power" showing of the warp core, the constant hum and flow of the main conduits showing their well known pulses of blue and red feeding the reaction into the core.

"To control the reaction and not run the risk of a core breach the reaction is control through the use of Dilithium crystals which stabilize the core" Zarva said as she undid a small hatch and pulling out one of the pink crystals, the sight of it causing Spike to start drooling causing some chuckles

"Forgive Spike he normally eats gemstones and I think you made him fall into heaven seeing that crystal" Twilight said as she gave Spike a playful nuzzle to his head

"Um Miss Zarva can I look at that crystal for a second" Nyx asked the Bolian

"Certainly" Zarva said as she pick the black filly up and held her in front of crystal, Nyx took hold of it with her magic flipping it over a few time before a realization hit her, this was the same as the kind of crystal found in the Crystal Empire which had been deemed useless because of how volatile it was when it interacted with magic.

"Put me down quick" Nyx said the crystal still held in her magic as she ran over to Cadence and Shining Armor

"Aunty Cadence, Uncle shiny look this is exactly like those pink Aether crystal you have in the Empire" She said as she showed it to them

"This this is impossible you use this to help power you ships?" Shining asked

"yep though we have to re-crystalize them every now and then even but they still have to be replace and with the amount of mining we do to have a constant supply, unfortunately Dilithium as rather rare some any deposit we find whether its on a planet or asteroid we won't hesitate to start extracting" Zarva said

"Well we have a whole Twenty square miles that is nothing but this crystal and we've never been able to use it, well because when ever we would try to use magic around it, it would well fractured into dust" Cadence said as she gave the crystal abck to Nyx who took it back to Zarva to reinsert it into the core

"Hmmm interesting this could help with your worlds admittance into the federation" Sarcon

"While I speak for Equestria, I do not know about the rest of Equus some of the other nations would see this as a way of making life better other may see it as a way to exploit their neighbors" Celestia said "Not every race of Equus might want to join you some may want rid you from our world
"Then I suggest that if your world is to join there will have to be a political summit" Sarcon said

"That may work but then would representatives from the Federation and the Republic be present" Twilight asked

"Correct as well as a representative from the Cardassian union and the Klingon empire" Sarcon replied

"Excuse me but didn't you say you had a war with the Klingon empire?" Rarity "To me it doesn't seem to make sense to have one of enemies on our world"

"Former enemy actually, currently we are a mutual alliance with the Klingons" Sarcon said "Zarva is there anything else you would like to add"

"Certainly beside keeping the ship running as chief Engineer it is my job to requisition the installation of new systems and the repair of replacement or worn out components and over functionality of the ship" Zarva stated

"Thank you Zarva, this way please" Sarcon said as he headed back towards the turbo lift.

"now where are we going?" Nyx asked from atop her mothers back

"To something which Xiramek neglected that is part of a starships, show you on your tour of the T'lava however I surmise that this was intentional as he may have wanted me to show it to you instead" Sarcon said to Nyx

"I do have a question of interest admiral" Rarity asked "When we were aboard Xiramek's ship all of their uniforms were the same yellow color but yours all different why is that"

"The different colors represent the different fields of interest a member of Starfleet may choose, Blue represents science and medicine, yellow is engineering and ship or station operations while red if for weapons, tactical personnel and command" Sarcon answerd

"So what is it we're going to see then' Rainbow Dash demanded crossing her forelegs in irritation

"You'll find out shortly" Sarcon replied back as they filed into the lift

"holodeck one" Sarcon said with the lift taking off towards the holodecks coming to a halt after ten seconds

"What the hey you said it was a surprise" Pinkie said with a pout

"And I intend to make good on that promise" Sarcon said as he entered one of the holosuites "Computer begin new program, create a real time image of Earth from Space"

"Program loaded"

as the holosuite reconfigured its self the ponies were amazed to see the black and yellow room transform into the view of Earth as if they were in orbit.

"What is this magic" Luna asked in a shocked voice

"What you are seeing is from the use of photons, force field and holomatter to create realistic simulations fro with in the holosuite" Sarcon said "In here anything you have ever wanted came come to life, from view distant stars and planets to viewing historic events as if you attended them"

The ponies were left speechless for this kind of technology to exist was mind boggling. it meant that they could live and fantasies or stories they have ever wanted, however the holodeck brought them back to reality as the room started to dark causing them to look up if fear

"W-What is that" Fluttershy squeaked seeing the strange metal object slowing circling Earth

"That is Earth Spacedock or ESD for short Currently it is one of the largest orbital facility's in the Federation serving as the primary base of operations fro the whole of Starfleet" Sarcon said

"Incredible, how long did it take to build something so immense?" Luna asked for all she knew something like this could have been built in a matter of weeks maybe even a months time

"The total construction time came to a total of thirteen months, twenty five days ,eight hours " Sarcon replied

"Fourteen months how the hay is that even possible" Rainbow Demanded "There's no way you could build something that huge in FOURTEEN MONTHS"

"Miss Dash you are forgetting that the Federation is very advanced including in construction projects and thanks to use of autonomous work drones that help with much of the major building" T'vreil responded.

"No I I didn't think about that" Rainbow said as she came down from her tangent

"Hey, what else can we see can we see a planet that's like, made of ice cream" Pinkie asked hopping up and down somehow having an audible boing present

"I regret to say no such planet exists, however the holosuite can be programmed to see anything" Sarcon said

"Oh how about your planet" Nyx said just like her mother all of this new knowledge she was learning was making her ready to burst at the seams

"That would seem logical" Sarcon said "Computer load the Vulcan system"

Once more the ponies were amazed as the view of earth shifted to show the dessert world of Vulcan

"Is that yer home? it sure don't look like how Earth does" AppleBloom said only to get poked in the ribs by Applejack who scolded her "Sorry" She said

"There is no need to apologize, My home is rather harsh world to have been born on" Sarcon said

"Admiral where exactly where you born on Vulcan?" Cadence asked

"I was born in the city of Naweeth one of the made trade cities it was there I attended the best schools even gaining admittance the to Academy of Science" Sarcon said

"Fascinating and the Academy of Science what is its reputation? Cadence said

"The Academy is the most notable institute on Vulcan, many of our greatest minds have attended it" Sarcon replied

"How fascinating" Cadence said

"Now then I believe you should all be allowed to enjoy the holodeck and what is has to offer" Sarcon said

"Can we mom please, please, please, pleeeeeeaaaaasssseeee" Nyx said as she gave her mother the puppy eyes, and her lip quivered only for Sweetie, AppleBloom and Scootaloo to start coping her. Unfortunately it worked Twilight couldn't help it she wanted to she what else she could learn from just being in the holosuite.

"I'm afraid I have to say yes, because this is all SO AMAZING"Twilight said as she flapped her wings in excitement

"YAY" all four of the Fillies cheered, the rest if their friends and family giggled at their display of enthusiasm.

"Very well we multiple suites available for each of your use" Sarcon said. The ponies that wanted to stay in the current suite included Luna and Twilight whom both were shown how to engage new programs that to the voice activation features of 25th century technology and literally created a library the size of Twilights castle while the rest exited it and were directed to the remaining suites for their entertainment. Rainbow dash found it quite exhilarating as she raced some of the fastest aircraft built by humanity. Applejack and Fluttershy shared a suite learning the different crops grown on Federation worlds while Fluttershy couldn't contain herself as she met many new animals friends even if they weren't real. Shining armor and Cadence were exploring the Klingon Capital City known as First City, Celestia, well lets say that even thought they weren't real she was enjoying the fact she was able to try so many different types of cakes from across the galaxy.

With the four fillies and one dragon well that's were things got mischievous. Despite clearly enjoying the program that had been loaded for them, the four fillies could not help themselves to want to see what the weapons in the armory did and for three of them to try and earn their cutie marks.

"Come on Uncle Spike it'll be fun" Nyx said as she tried to persuade her uncle to go with them

"Nope there is no way in Faust your getting me to go with you to find the armory"


"Come on Spike ah know you want ta see why them things did when we was on the T'lava" AppleBloom said

"Yeah when we had someone in there with us" Spike countered "just don't come running to me if you get caught" with that the four fillies headed for the exit. Once outside they made sure there was nobody around before heading for the turbo lift, unfortunately they only had a vague idea of how it worked.

"How do we get this here elevator to work?" AppleBloom asked

"I got an idea" Sweetie Belle chimed "remember how the Admiral got it to go anywhere was by asking the computer"

"alright lets try it" Nyx said "Hey computer, where's the armory?"

"Deck twelve section nineteen"

"Awesome lets go" Scootaloo said as they jumped into the lift

"Deck twelve please" Sweetie Belle said causing the lift to shoot up five decks in only ten seconds. Once out side of the lift the fillies then ran into another problem, they had made it to deck twelve but the Dawnstar was so large the didn't know which way lead to the armory.

"Oh poop I thought this would have been easier" Nyx said as she let out a snort of irritation, then a light bulb went on in her head "Wait a minute lets just have the computer tell us were it is"

"That or we just go through that door that says "Armory on it" Sweetie Belle said as she pointed her hoof towards the indicated door

"Or we could do that" Nyx said as she blushed from the embarrassment

"Oh don't feel bad Nyx, if it was that close we probably would a found it in no time" AppleBloom said as she continued to walk towards the armory only to walk straight into the door with a loud bonk

"OW What in tarnation why did the darn doors open" AppleBloom said as she rubbed her muzzle to try and relieve the pain

"Maybe that's a password" Scootaloo said as she point to the small control panel next to the door

"Maybe if I try this" Sweetie said as her horn glowed gold and a similar effect enveloping the panel. She then willed her magic and started punching in numbers for a few minutes while Nyx, AppleBloom and Scootaloo kept and eye out for any members of the crew that might see them.

"Got it" Sweetie said as a pneumatic hiss answered her cheer of victory as the doors slid open. The four fillies hurried inside letting the door close. as the looked around the room the lay out was similar to that of the T'lava's armory except that the Dawnstars included a live firing range.

"Well girls pick your choice" AppleBloom said as she started to browse the rack of weapons settling for a Phaser split beam rifle, however when she was looking it over she discovered that there was an opening foe a power pack located in the stock

"Any one here know where ah can find the part that fits in this slot" AppleBloom asked her friends looking around the noticed a few crates stacked against one of the walls.

"Maybe the parts we're missing are in those" Scootaloo said as the started opening the crates pulling out various sized power packs and power cells, till there was a small pile of each size on the floor. Each of them started taking different packs and started to try to find the right sized one that would fit the weapons they had.

"Got it" Scootaloo said as she got the pack into the pulse wave gun she had, noticing a small slide on the underside of the forward grip pulling it back the pulse wave started to make a small hum as it as it instantly reached full charge. moving to the firing range she set it up so that she was supporting it with her fore hooves as she took aim. the moment she pulled the triggered a cone of bright neon orange flew out the end of the barrel scorching the target while the kickback sent Scootaloo into a reverse summersault.

"Ow ow ow ow" she said as she shook her self off "I don't like this one she said as she set it against the wall Sweetie choose to go next testing the Phaser compression pistols she found, thanks to being a unicorn she was able to use her magic to hold them and not worry about being sent flying. As she took aim she unleashed bolt after bolt of pure energy burning holes into the target in front of her shooting lane. With a big smile on her face she trotted back to her friends, however her enthusiasm was replaced with shocked as AppleBloom hit three targets at once thanks to the split beam rifle's secondary fire mode which would split the between apart depending on the number of targets the could be seen

"My turn" Nyx said as she hefted the Phaser blast cannon she had taken hold of with her magic. When her target appear she fired letting loose a large bolt the size on fifty millimeter tank shell hurtling down range before impacting against the opposite wall with a loud bang. unbeknownst to them their activity hadn't gone unnoticed the moment Nyx's shot hit the wall it had triggered a silent alarm, alerting Kolez who was still on the bridge during this escapade.

Back at the holodeck

"Kolez to Admiral Sarcon" Kolez called over the ships internal comm systems

"Sarcon here" Sarcon said as he taped his comm badge

"Sir I'm reading weapons fire coming from the armory on deck twelve" Kolez replied

"Can you identify who is in there" Sarcon said

"It looks like the four equine children that came aboard with you" Kolez

"Understood I shall gather their older siblings and mother to deal with correct punishment" Sarcon said as he made his way to each suite to gather the fillies older siblings and mother.

"Is there a problem Admiral?" Twilight asked

"Unfortunately there is, it would seem that your younger siblings and daughter have managed to find the armory and seem to have started to test the weapons housed with in it" Sarcon said

"Say what, AppleBloom when ah get done yer goin ta be grounded for at least a year" Applejack growled through her teeth

"I assure you that we can have this situation resolved in a peaceful manner" Sarcon countered "If we are to prevent them from being harmed I suggest that we hurry" Heading to the lift and a quickened pace Sarcon and the ponies hurried to deck twelve.

Mean while in the Armory

"So what ones haven't we tried yet" Sweetie asked but was interrupted

"Would you mind tell us what's goin on here" Applejack said the sudden surprise causing the four fillies to whip around in shock to see four unamused mares and one Vulcan standing behind them

"Nyx Sparkle Do you have any idea would could have happened if you got hurt" Twilight said with an angry growl towards the black Alicorn filly, under the surface she was glad her little girl wasn't hurt. Nyx how ever knew she was in big trouble, her ears folded back against her had and she hung her head in shame

"I I'm sorry mom we-we wanted to see what all these fancy weapons did" Nyx said as she apologized

"We're sorry too" the rest of the Crusaders said

"Your apology is appreciated but, I can not allow to be in the armory any longer, I ask that you please return to the holodeck were you can stay out of potential danger" Sarcon said. The four fillies agreed and headed back towards the lift with their elder and Sarcon in tow.

The next hours went by with out any incident. by the time it was nearing nine pm many of the ponies and the fillies had started to dose off thanks to the need for sleep starting to over take them. To make it easier of traveling back to the Equus's surface, they had all been given guest quarters onboard. Thankfully Luna and Celestia lowered the sun and raised the moon, much to T'vreil's amazement, she made a mental note to study this more thoroughly in the morning

Twilights Quarters

"So from now on what are we going to do if we want a piece of technology explained?" Twilight asked as she climbed onto the bed followed by Nyx, while Spike had opted to sleep on the sofa.

"We asked but look with out touching" Nyx answered as she jumped onto the bed using her wings to give her a boost bringing Smarty pants with her, which Pinkie had pulled out of her mane causing Sarcon to not even want to question it.

"Perfect" Twilight said as she unfurled one of her wings, prompting Nyx to snuggle up to her. The young filly curled up next to her mothers side feeling a warm feathery wing draped over her as Twilight curled up next to her.

"good night mommy" Nyx said with a yawn as she held smarty pants close and drifted off to sleep

"Good night Sweetheart" Twilight said as she planted a soft kiss on her daughters forehead before drifting to sleep

Author's Note:

for those wondering what a Targ is, a Targ is similar to the boars of Earth they most notable difference is the spikes growing on their backs. they are a native creature to the Klingon home world of Qo'nos (Kronos) and are raised as livestock while wild targs are hunted for sport. Also sorry for the wait I got busy with college and getting finals taken care of.

Next time exploring Equestria and we'll see what the changelings have been up to since the invasion of Canterlot