"Shining?"
The whole library was still, waiting to see just what the unicorns would do. The answer should have been obvious.
The siblings embraced, smiles adorning both of their faces.
Soon enough, Twilight pulled away from her brother, eyes wide in a mix of astonishment and excitement. "It's great to see you, BBBFF! How was the honeymoon?"
He thought for a moment, a blush slowly creeping along his cheeks. "It was fun. We spent most of our time in the suite, though."
"What?!" Twilight frowned, confused. Los Pegasus was a lovely city. It had celebrities and amazing restaurants with decent prices. Not to mention a library to rival Canterlot's. "Why? Didn't you want to see the Cirque de Celes, or maybe even the famous skyline?"
Shining opened his mouth to answer but, after a moment's thought, decided it was probably best not to answer directly. He shrugged, giving his sis an affectionate hair-ruffle. "You'll understand one day."
At that moment, a cough garnered the attention of everypony attending. Shining stepped to one side, moving out from in front of the doorway and revealing a large red stallion. He gave the Captain a nod in thanks before heading over to the multi-colored pegasus.
Before the farmer could completely pass, Shining grabbed his tail in a magical aura, eyes narrowed. "What did you just say?"
The red stallion just looked at him, a neutral expression on his face. "Ah said nothing."
"Liar!" Shining pulled the apparently-offending earth pony close, growling. "I do not take kindly to insults about my family. And I highly doubt the Element of Honesty would enjoy knowing that her family lies!"
The stallion's normally-soft eyes flashed with anger as he drew himself up, glaring at the unicorn. "Ya went too far."
Realizing that this could potentially turn ugly, Twilight and Rainbow dashed between the two stallions, trying to calm them down. "Big Mac, please, calm down."
"Shining, you don't want to hurt him. You'd lose your rank, among other things." Even Fluttershy could see the librarian trying not to think about the possible consequences.
Of course, Twilight's poor wording were misunderstood by Rainbow. "Woah woah woah! What makes you think your brother can take my man?"
Twilight blinked, confused. "He was able to stop hundreds of Changelings with a forcefield. I just assumed -"
"You assumed wrong!" The prismatic mare turned to the almost-forgotten Vinyl, who was calmly sipping lemonade. "These two are going to need a rap battle!"
Her boyfriend looked positively surprised by her suggestion. "Eenope."
Shining smirked, jabbing him with a hoof. "What's the matter? Scared?"
Big Mac frowned, sudden determination in his eyes. "Eenope. Challenge accepted." He held out a hoof, which the Captain shook heftily.
The disk jockey rolled her eyes behind her shades. "Of course." She sighed softly, deciding that it could wait until she finished her tangy, tasty drink.
Oddly, none of them noticed the small filly sneaking out of the library, a book snuggly tucked under her wing.
Vinyl sat behind her turntables, sighing in contentment. It's so good to be back. Looking up, she could only frown at the two stallions staring each other down. Wish it could be under better circumstances, though. Thinking back, she could've sworn that she saw something odd, but, for the life of her, she couldn't remember what it was. With a shrug, she turned on the music, letting her stage presence once again shine through.
EPIC RAP BATTLES OF MLP!
VS.
BEGIN!
Sorry ta say you've gone about this all wrong
Yer shield spell won't stop me from endin' this song
Just how stupid are you? Well, let me count the ways
And believe me, with a list this long, it'll take all day
Ya didn't see that insect's trick though it was clear
What, did ya think it was just her time of the year?
You were dumb enough to let her cast spells on yer brain
Just thought it was coincidence it was then you felt the pains?
Who's this hick showing up at the door to my home?
I don't need to call my guards, I can beat you on my own.
Your granny founded Ponyville, but I run the Royal Guard.
I protect all of Canterlot while you buck trees in your yard!
You can't even find a girlfriend without help from above.
I'm married to an alicorn who can literally make love!
I need to get back to my job, so just admit defeat -
Your time's run out, Mac; everyone prefers a P.C.!
They just don't add up, these lyrics you're providin'.
Quit tryin' 'fore Ah buck ya far over the horizon.
You were trained to hold back a whole army, yet
All it took to distract you was being brought to bed.
One fact stands out, Mr. BBBFF -
Ya didn't even visit Twilight after she'd left.
When ya think it all through, it can't be avoided, pardner.
You ain't worthy of the title 'knight in shinin' armor'!
I'm a bad older brother? Did you already forget
You let a whole town shun your sis because of a project!
And your sisters? The craziest mares I've ever seen.
An uneducated cowgirl and a stubborn preteen!
You're nothing but a boring old earth pony farmer.
Nothing you throw at me can penetrate my armor.
Go back home and cuddle Smarty Pants for the night.
This battle will be mine. Eeyup, that's right!
WHO WON? WHO'S NEXT? YOU DECIDE!
EPIC RAP BATTLES OF MLP!
This rap battle was done mostly by RLYoshi with minor edits by me. Shadow King and gordobraveheart both pre-read the intro part to make sure they made a little more sense. Thank you all for your help!
"Hey! That's my emoticon!" "You can't use my emoticon!"
Sorry, Vi.
If you didn't read my latest journal, please do so. If you'd rather not, then that's alright, but I might have to console Fluttershy.
Please note that the results of this rap battle will have almost no impact on the story, so you will just be deciding who was the better rapper. So please, choose who had the better rhymes, slams and flow, not who is your favorite. Or you'll make Fluttershy sad.
Also, yes, Shining used one of Big Mac's catchphrases. That was on purpose, as it was supposed to be demeaning. And if you don't think Big Mac can rap fast, listen to this. Voice by Peter New, who does Big Mac. Think on that for a bit.
If anyone can suggest a good program to make ERB of MLP videos in that's simple to use and, preferably, cheap or free, I'd greatly appreciate it!
Also, I'm always willing to try rapping with others. If you'd like to try rapping with/against me, please send me a PM. I'd be using my OC, Enigma, but he's essentially me, so...yeah.
Have a nice day!
Enigma out.~
But first, a little slice of life with the Cutie Mark Crusaders!
"Scootaloo, what's that on your back?"
The orange filly turned around to see her two best friends, both looking up at her with concerned expressions. With a grin, she fluttered her wings to reveal the markings along her back. "I found this book on runes. It said that they could get a pony to fly using amber magic, so I copied them down and had Pip write them on me!"
Said colt was on the ground underneath the excited filly, reading the book once more. "It's 'ambient magic'." He sighed, resting his chin on a hoof. "I keep telling her we need a special material, but this 'Graves' fellow wasn't very specific about what type." He chuckled looking up at the pegasus who held his heart. "Still, if it makes her happy, who am I to judge?"
The two fillies stared at the spotted colt before directing their attention back to the third - apparently insane - Crusader. "Not ta pry, Scoots," Applebloom glanced at the tree limb the eager pegasus occupied, "but wouldn't it be safer ta start on th' ground?
She stood on the edge of her branch, shaking her head. "No need! I just know I'm gonna be awesome at this, and Rainbow will finally agree to teach me how to fly!"
Sweetie waved her hooves wildly, eyes wide in panic. "You never asked her in the first place! Don't do this, Scoots!"
The orange pegasus was oblivious to her friend's warnings. She leaped, a grin on her face and her wings spread.
CLIFFHANGER'D!
Shining Armor.
big mac
Uhm damn...I'm trying not to be blinded by my slight dislike of shining armor and my approval of Big Mac, but they're kinda evenly matched to be honest. Big mac had plenty of barbs but they had holes, Shining did address (some of ) them and counterattacking mac's family, and it was a pretty big win for both sides to use the most well known aspects of each of them (shining armor and "eyup" respectively) as a final volley. I'll have to think.
I have to say Macintosh. If only for the sudden jerk-move from Shining.
Shining armor
I won.
Jeez Twi, your brother knows how to overreact.
Yeah, but he means well.
Well, I'm voting for Big Mac.
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...please...do a semi-serious vote...
This is too close.
Um... Uh... Er... I... Argh...
I VOTE SHINING ARMOR!
Macintosh
Shining Armor won a lot.
Though I don't remember Rainbow and Mac being a thing...
1504897 Just seeing what would happen, In that case, Big Mac.
Shining Armor FTW! Oh, and i hate you for that cliffhanger.
Oh! Also! Where did you get the background photo for Armor?
Because I've seen that set. Also the energy sword.
Though those are, like, a thing.
With that Line I was all like "DAAAAAAAAAAAMMMMMMNNNNNNNNN!!!!!!!!!!!! BIG MAC WON THIS MOTHA BUCKA!!
But then I read this:
I was all like
I have to say this one was a tie. Another great chapter Enigma
Decision: Shining Armor
1504893
she hasnt made you insane yet?
what do you mean she is insane?
OH NO NOW I GOT FLUTTERSHY....i think ill like this one but still,CURSE YOU NINJA!!
hmmm i pick shining armour
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see 'rap battle #14: results and aftermath & homage rap battle'. it's in that chapter.
Big Mac. Not because he's awesome (which he is) but he is right. Shining was the lynchpin in Canterlot's defense and he screwed up royally. Pun intended. And Shining's attack on his family? Not cool at all. As captain of the guard he should have some sort of restraint on his anger, letting something like a small misunderstaning get to him is pretty bad show.
Shining Armor
Tie?
Eh... I will just watch this with you guys to let me decide.
1504946
You know, she's pretty cool if you're nice to her.
Hi Fluttershy!
Gotta go with Shining Armor
Shining Armor
Shining Armor, based on the title card and how hard his insults hit.
Mac has less lines than Donut Joe.
1504977
HI!
i like fluttershy better because she doesnt annoy me with PC questions and ask WHAT EVERYTHING IS
umm...I don't know who to choose again I say tie again...I don't know who to pick and saying tie will just have me remain neutral
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Twi's just naturally curious, that's all. Btw, I'm starting a group for people who do this.
Shining Armour, because I couldn't help but read it in a British accent. Big Mac had a few good lines , but he was fairly weak overall. I just couldn't match his voice to the lyrics. It didn't suit him, or rap.
Overall, I vote for the Brit.
1505029
...people who do what, now?
1505029
as long as they know that they cant use 2 of the mane 6 because you have twilight and i have fluttershy
should i be worried?
noooo....
Macintosh!!
1505052
so far we have Rainbow and Pinkamena
1504897 Hhmmm I would say Shining Armor
Big Mac
Shining Armor
NO SCOOTS DON'T JUMP!
Tsk tsk, Shining Armor, always falling for deception magic.
Big Mac won; one does not simply forget to acknowledge their sister for two seasons.
As for Shining's last zing, Big Mac is not afraid to admit when something cute and cuddly is awesome. Sound familiar?
A close match definitely well fought. However, what "project" was AJ shunned for?
Big Mac!
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but you havent made the group yet and you have twilight and i have fluttershy, who has rainbow and pinkie, and it better not be evil pinkie
shining armor's last verse made him the winner.
Shining armor.
Big Macintosh wins. Nopony disses Applejack if sheis not involved.
By the way, the background for Shining's titlecard is awesome. Legend of
ZeldaLink!1505048
Talk with ponies.
Who's this?
It's the author of this story, Twi.
Ohh.... I enjoy your writing, Mr. Enigma.
Shining armour
1505120
you're very welcome, twi.
"Yo, E! Where's my lemonade?"
where it normally is, vi. even put it in a glass for you.
"Thanks!"
1505132
Exactly!
I love it when the call him B.I.G Apple. Throw your hands in the air if ya's a true Playa!
My vote is for the Leader of the A.P.P.L.E family. Give it up for the one and only