The Elements of Nature, Book 2: 土 & 雷 (Earth & Lightning)

by Superior-Doc-Fossil

Chapter 5, Enter Blitz and Deker

The Elements of Nature
Book 2: 土 & 雷 (Earth & Lightning)
Chapter 5, Enter Blitz and Deker

At Canterlot, Firebrand, Agua, Terra, and the others are discussing where the Avatars of lightning and air might be at. “According to the scroll, the Avatar of Lighting is somewhere in the USA.” Bastion Yorsets said to them.

“Wheres the US?” Fire' asked, having never even hearing it before.

Celestia then pulls out a map of the world and shows it to him. “The United States of America is located on the North American continent, Rainbow. It’s the only country in the world that the Fire Nation will not dare attack. It's also the most advanced, not only are there cameras there, but also things like computers, television sets, cars, pretty much any thing you can think of, it’s bound to be made in America.”

“Wow. I heard of the US before, but I never been there.”

“Not surprising. You see Agua, the United States is a superpower. It's also the home of the UN.”

“The U-what?” Applejack asked Celestia.

“United Nations. Equestria is a part of the UN, and the next meeting is in a few days. You can come along, if you want.”

“But what about the Fire Nation? Wont they be there too?”

“No, they won’t Twilight.” Shining said to his little sister. “The Fire Nation is not part of the UN.”

“Oh, good.”

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Later on a plane heading for the US, Twilight, her friends, the CMC (who somehow persuaded the others to come along), Firebrand, Agua, Terra, Celestia, Luna, Shining, and Cadence are either asleep or are reading a book. Twilight is sitting next to Fire’ as she is reading a book. “What you reading about?”

Twilight nearly losses her train of thought when Firebrand said that. “Oh, it's a book about the US. Apparently it's called ‘The Land of the Brave and Home of the Free’ because it rebelled against Great Britten when there were only 13 colonies. US scientist and inventors made many things over its 225 years, which is relatively recant compared to Equestria.”

“Oh yeah. Like what?”

“Trains for one, also the US made, planes, cars, phones, telephones.”

“Wow. Sounds like a pretty cool place. You should get some sleep, Twi. We have a long day tomorrow.” With that, Fire’ went to sleep, followed shortly by Twilight, who places her head against his.

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At the hive of the changelings, which is located in Sub-Sahara Africa, Queen Chrysalis is in her throne room, drinking a bowl of white liquid. It’s medicine because, a few months ago, when they were repelled from Canterlot by Shining Armor and Princess Cadence, she landed on her head, and now has skull splitting headaches. As a result, she needs to dink the medicine nearly everyday. She then runs out of it. “I need more medicine!” She yells out as the changeling doctor, whose name is Medizinisch, gives her some more. He has a slightly different build then other changelings, more slender, his face also has some tentacles that makes it look like he has a mustache. He also has eyes that are like Chrysalis. “Thank you, doctor.” She then drinks some more medicine. “Bring in Hexe.”

Soon some changeling guards come in with Hexe. She is the changelings resident which. She carries with her a harmonium which she often plays. She has a more mare like build then other changelings. She also has some strange marking on her body which help tell her apart from other changelings. “You called for me, your highness.”

“How is the progress of the Spy Spell?” Chrysalis asked.

“It’s going along smoothly. A few more tests and it will be complete.” Hexe answered her queen.

“Why is there an edge in your voice?” Chrysalis asked her. “I already know the Avatar has returned. What other bad news have you brought me this time?”

“It’s not bad news, buts it's also not good either.”

“Well, what is it?”

“I was performing a test on the Spy Spell. I turned its gazed at the Everfree Forest, that's when I saw Him on the other side.” Hexe said.

“Him?” Medizinisch said. “You don’t mean...”

“Yeah, I do mean him. Deker.” Hexe finished.

“Hmm. The Cursed Warrior.” Chrysalis said.

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In the Everfree Forest, at night during a full moon, Deker, the creature that saw Fire,’ Agua, and Terra unlock their true potential, pulls out his sword, which has red gaps on the back while the rest is normal. “Ah. Uramasa, my trusty sword. You’ve reawakened and shine anew. This can only mean one thing for us. After all this time, a worthy opponent has been found.” He then places his Uramasa back into its sheath. “It must be one of the Avatars.”

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In New York City, the plane the gang is on lands, which wakes up both Twilight and Firebrand. When Twilight sees that she is leaning against him, she quickly gets up and blushes. “Looks a lot like Manehattan.” Applejack said as she looked outside the window.

“Wow. Look at all the ponies in the black suits.”

“There the Secret Service, Rainbow. There in charge of protecting the US President and any other world leaders from all kinds of threats.” Luna said to her.

“Looks like were the first to arrive.” Celestia said as the door opened and stairs popped up. She and the others soon leave and head for two limousine. Celestia and Luna soon stop near the shorter and turn to the others. “This our limo. You have the other. The driver will tack you to a 5 star hotel.”

“That be great, Princess. I haven't been to a hotel since I went to Canterlot to work on Twilight’s birthday present.” Rarity said.

“Hopefully you won’t get to carried away like that time.” Rainbow said to her. They soon get into their respective limos and leave. While Celestia and Luna head for the UN building, the gang head for the hotel, which is called, the Trump Soho New York.

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In a forest in Geo Firma, Iroh is having a dream about his son. He soon wakes up and sees Zuko standing next to him. “Uncle ... you were unconscious. Azula did this to you. It was a surprise attack.”

“Somehow, that's not so surprising.” Iroh then groans as he gets up. Zuko then gives him some tea.

“I hope I made it the way you like it.” Zuko said as Iroh then drinks it, but he grimaces.

“Good. That was very ... uhhh ... bracing.” Zuko then gives him another cup, but Iroh secretly throw it away.

“So Uncle, I've been thinking. It's only a matter of time before I run into Azula again. I'm going to need to know more advanced firebending if I'm going to stand a chance against her. I know what you're going to say: she's my sister and I should be trying to get along with her.” Zuko said.

“No, she's crazy and she needs to go down. It's time to resume your training.” Iroh said, thinking the exact opposite of Zuko

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After a few days in the US, the gang make it to the Lowlands of the Mojave Desert. They are in a bus going up a plateau. The bus nearly falls over, but it manages to stay on the ledge. “I know I said we had to lay low for a while, but this is crazy.” Fire’ said. The entire group is wearing some Mexican ponchos and sombreros.

“Were in the Lowlands of the US Firebrand. It doesn't get any lower than this.” Shining said to him. Shining is also wearing a fake mustache.

“You can say that again.” Cadence said to him.

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“Firebending is not fueled by range or emotion. To perform the firebending techniques perfectly requires peace of mind.” Iroh said to Zuko.

“I see. That's why we're drinking tea, to calm the mind.” Zuko said as he takes another sip of tea.

“Oh yeah, good point! I mean, yes. There is energy all around us. The energy is both yin and yang. Positive energy and negative energy. Only a select few can firebend, can separate these energies. This creates an imbalance. The energy wants to restore balance, and in a moment the positive and negative energy come crashing back together, you provide release and guidance.” Iroh then performs a technique called the fire breathe, which means he can breathe fire like a dragon.

“I'm ready to try it!” Zuko excitedly said.

“Remember, once you separate the energy, you do not command it. You are simply its humble guide. Breathe first.” Zuko then takes a deep breath. He tries to do the fire breath, but instead an explosion launches him back. Iroh then shakes his head in disappointment.

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They finally make it to the town on the top of the plateau. There is a gust of wind that blows some dust into their faces. “Right now, all I want is a warm shower, cold drink, and to get out of this outfit. It clashes with my mane.” Rarity said.

“Your not the only one. I fell like I’m gonna go nuts if I have to keep wearing this.”

“Tell me about it, Rainbow.” Applejack said to her, replacing the sombrero with her cowgirl hat.

“Yeah, good luck with that, you three.” Fire’ said to them. “Whoever named this place Sanctuary City, clearly didn't know what the word ‘city’ meant, or the word ‘sanctuary.'” He than looks at some residents who are staring at them. His stomach than groans.

“Looks like somepony is hungry.”

“Stop teasing, Twi. Lets get some grub, I’m starving.” Fire' said as he looks around and sees a saloon that specializes in food from Abysus, mainly noodles. “No way. I haven't had anything from Abysus since it was...” He then stops for a moment.

“Come on Fire,’ let's get something to eat.” Twilight said as they made their way to the saloon.

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Back at where Iroh is training Zuko, Zuko tries the fire breath one more time, only to get another explosion. “Why can't I do it? Instead of fire breath it keeps blowing up in my face ... like everything always does.”

“I was afraid this might happen.” Iroh said. “You will not be able to completely master firebending until you have dealt with the turmoil inside you.”

“What turmoil?”

“Zuko, you must let go of your feelings of shame if you want your anger to go away.” Iroh lectured his nephew.

“But I don't feel any shame at all. I'm as proud as ever.” Zuko argued.

“Prince Zuko, pride is not the opposite of shame, but its source. True humility is the only antidote to shame.” Iroh said to him.

“Well, my life has been nothing but humbling lately.” Zuko sadly said.

“I have another idea.” Iroh said, lifting Zuko’s spirits. “I will teach you a firebending move that even the Fire Avatar doesn't know. Because I made it up myself.” Iroh then gets a stick and give Zuko another lecture. “Fire is the element of power.” He then draws the firebending insignia in the dirt. “The people of the Fire Nation, the original firebending nation, have desire and will, and the energy to drive and achieve what they want. Earth is the element of substance.” He then draws the earthbending insignia. “The Earth Kingdom, now called Geo Firma, is diverse and strong. They are persistent and enduring. Air is the element of freedom.” Draws the airbending insignia. “The Air Nomads, now called the Tibetans, detached themselves from worldly concerns and found peace and freedom. Also, they apparently had pretty good senses of humor! Water is the element of change.” Draws the waterbending insignia. “The people of the Water Tribe, now called Pegasus City, are capable of adapting to many things. They have a deep sense of community and love that holds them together through anything. Lightning is the element of ferocity.” He then draws the lightningbending symbol. “The Lightning Warriors are strong and ferocious, being able to conquer all that stood in there way. The sixth element is the element of life. Not much is known about that one.” Iroh said as he draws a small circle in the center of the drawing.

“Why are you telling me these things?” Zuko asked.

“It is important to draw wisdom from many different places. If you take it from only one place, it becomes rigid and stale. Understanding others, the other elements, and the other nations will help you become whole.” Iroh explained.

“All this six elements talk is sounding like Avatar stuff.” Zuko said.

“It is the combination of the six elements in one pony that makes the Avatar so powerful. But it can make you more powerful, too. You see the technique I'm about to teach you is one I learned by studying the waterbenders.” Iroh said. “I learned from an old Waterbending scrolls that Waterbenders deal with the flow of energy. A waterbender lets their defense become their offense, turning their opponents' energy against them. I learned a way to do this with lightning.”

“You can teach me to redirect lightning? How is that possible.”

“You see, Prince Zuko, all the elements of Nature have their own strengths and weaknesses against each other. Fire is effective against lightning. If you let the energy in your own body flow, the lightning will follow it. You must create a pathway from your hoof-tips, up your leg through your shoulder, and down into your stomach. The stomach is the source of energy in your body. It is the sea of chi. Only my chi is more like a vast ocean. From the stomach, you direct it up again, and out the other leg. The stomach detour is critical. You must not let the lightning pass through your heart, or the damage could be deadly. You may wish to try a physical motion, to get a feel for the pathways' flow, like this." Iroh then does the technique. "Now, are you focusing your energy? Can you feel your own chi flowing in? Down, up, and out?”

“I think so.” Zuko said as they continue to practice.

“Come on, you've got to feel the flow.” They than practice the motion for a few minutes. “Excellent! You've got it!”

“Great, I'm ready to try it with real lightning!” Zuko said excitedly.

“What, are you crazy? Lightning is very dangerous!” Iroh said as they stop.

“I thought that was the point! You teaching me to protect myself from it! From a Fire Nation Lightning Gun like the one Azula has.”

“Gah! But I'm not a Pegasus, or a lightningbender, I can’t shoot real lightning at you! If you're lucky, you will never have to use this technique at all!” Iroh said.

“Well, if you won't help me, I'll find my own lightning.” He then leaves to find a storm in the forest.

“Zuko! Wait!” Iroh follows closely behind.

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The group enter the saloon, but they see that everyone inside is not exactly pleasant. “I can’t say for certain, but I think they might of notice us.” Pinkie said to the gang.

“Yay, think.” Scootaloo said to her.

Fire’ then takes a set at the bar. “Welcome to Sanctuary, ponies. What can I get yay?” The chef asked.

“Give us a bowl each please.” Fire’ said as he and the others sat down.

“All right,” The chef said as he got a bowl. He then places it on the bar, “Heres one.” He slides it down to Scootaloo, but she doesn't catch it in time and it hits a Pegasus stallion with a light blue mane and tail that's stilled like a Jamaicans, a navy blue coat, and a lighting bolt for a cutie mark. He is also wearing a light blue leather beret, along with a black leather jacket.

“Oh,” Scootaloo then gets a napkin and heads for the Pegasus and begins to wipe the mess up from her bowl. “I’m so sorry. It wasn't my fault.” She then notices that he has nun-chucks with lighting bolts on each handle that end with lighting blue gems.

“Wrong move, filly.” He said in a Jamaican accent. He then turns around to see the filly that got noodle sauce on his jacket.

“Yikes, he has nun-chucks!” Scootaloo said to the others.

“Who the hay are you?” Applejack said to him.

“The names Blitz. You lot must be new to the Lowlands. If you're gonna put your hoofs on somepony hear, you better be sure you can kick their flank first.”

“I don’t think that's gonna be a problem.”

Blitz then gets up. “I’m gonna do you and your little friends a favor, Red. I’m gonna let you lot walk out of here while you still can.”

“Hey, who are you calling little?” Rainbow said to him.

“Come on you two, we don’t want no trouble.” The chef said to them.

“I wouldn't do that, Rainbow.” Applejack said to her.

“So you think your pretty tough, don’t you.” Rainbow said to Blitz.

“Princess, around here there's only two ways to be; tough or toast.”

“Princess? Oh that's it!” Rainbow then throws a punch, but Blitz caches it with a kung-fu move and twists her leg around her back.

“You aught to put a leash on your cat.” Blitz said as Rainbow struggles to get free.

“Take your hoofs off my friend, now!” Fire’ said to him as he draws out his sword.

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Outside, Hexe and some other changelings are watching whats going on. “Now, why would the wielders of the Elements of Harmony be in a place like this? Come, we need to disguise ourselves if we want to have our revenge.” She then turns into a younger version of Granny Smith, only a Unicorn with a red mane and tail and a harmonium for a cutie mark.

“Are you sure you can handle this, Hexe.” One of the other changelings said to her.

“I’m sure. I know what my place is now. Now hurry up and change!” The others soon change as well. They then head down, trying their best to stay hidden and fit in place.

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On the street, Blitz and Fire’ are at opposite sides of the street. Terra makes a ring around the two. “Hear are the rules. The are no rules.”

“That doesn't make any sense, Blitz. How are there rules if there aren't any?”

“I’m not the one who made this challenge, mate.”

Twilight is the referee, she's the one who decides if someone cheats. She has a nerves look on her face. "What has he gotten into this time?" She thought to herself. “OK. Draw.” At that, Blitz pulls out his nun-chucks while Firebrand pulls out his sword.

“Hay, Princess. You excited about watching me mope the floor with your friend?”

“Stop calling me that!” Rainbow yelled at him. But before the two could fight, Die makes her move. She sneaks up on Twilight and flies away with her.

“TWILIGHT!” Shining, Firebrand, Candace, and Rainbow yelled.

“Guys?” Twilight said to them as some drone hold her hostage.

“If you want her back, meet me at the old quarry, with the Elements of Harmony.” Hexe said as her changelings leave with Twilight. “Otherwise, she will become Queen Chrysalis’s personnel snack.” She then disappears in a puff of green smoke.

“Does stuff like that happen to you lot often?”

“Pretty much, Blitz.” Rarity said to him.

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At New York, Celestia and Luna are discussing about what has happened over the past year. “First, Firebrand goes to the Spirit World. Second, Agua waterbends the entire sea at the North Pole. Third, Terra, along with Fire,' and Agua become pure forms of their respective 3 elements. Whats next?” Luna said to her sister. Suddenly, a messenger from the Lowlands arrives with a letter.

“Telegram for Princess Celestia.” The pegasus colt said as he gave it to Celestia.

When the colt leaves, Celestia opens the letter and reads out loud. “Dear Princess Celestia, we have a situation. My sister, Twilight, has been kidnaped by some changelings. They want us to come to a quarry in the lowlands with the Elements of Harmony, otherwise, she will become Queen Chrysalis’s personnel snack, according to them. Please come to the Lowlands as soon as possible. Singe, Shining Armor.” Celestia and Luna are shocked at what they just heard.

“Sister, we need to go to the Lowlands with the Elements, otherwise, we may never see Twilight again.”

“I know, Luna. We need to go now.”

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At Sanctuary City, Shining and Fire’ are pacing. “Calm down you two,” Cadence said as she tried to comfort them, “both of my aunts will be here soon. We’ll come up with something.”

“Who is this ‘Chrysalis’ anyway?”

“She's the queen of the changelings, Blitz.”

“Oh. Now I see why you're so worried now Shining.” Just then, Princess Celestia and Luna arrive with the Elements of Harmony.

“Celestia! Luna! Are we glade to see you.”

“Likewise, Rainbow. Now tell me, where did the changelings took Twilight to.”

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Meanwhile, Zuko has tracked down a storm, seeking lightning. “You've always thrown everything you could at me! Well, I can take it, and now I can give it back! COME ON! STRIKE ME! YOU'VE NEVER HELD BACK BEFORE!” No lightning strikes. Tears stream down Zuko's face, he then yells at the top of his lungs.

Iroh then walks up to him and places a reassuring hoof on his shoulder. “You’ll use it someday, I’m sure.” Iroh said. “You really shouldn't scream like that. You could overload your vocal cords.”

“Thanks uncle.” Zuko said as he gets up. “What now?”

“We head to that village that you accidentally found.” Iroh said as he points to a small. A few minutes later, he and Zuko enter the Misty Palms Oasis (the towns watering hole) and take a set.

Zuko then takes a good look around. “No one here is going to help us. These ponies just look like filthy wanderers.”

“So do we.” Iroh said. He then points at something behind Zuko. “Ah, this is interesting. I think I found our friend.”

Zuko turns around and sees Iroh is pointing at, an old Pegasus stallion sitting at a table that has a game that looks like a combination of Go, Chinese Checkers, Straight checkers, and Xiangqi. “Zuko turns around to see where Iroh is pointing at, the camera pans over his shoulder to reveal an old man sitting at a Pai Sho table.”

“I don't think this is a gamble.” Iroh said as he gets up and walks over. Zuko soon follows. “May I have this game?”

The Pegasus gestures Iroh to sit down “The guest has the first move.” Iroh sits down and takes out a tile thats like his cutie mark and places it in the center of the board. “I see you favor the white lotus gambit. Not many still cling to the ancient ways.” The Pegasus said as he cups his hoofs toward Iroh.

“Those who do can always find a friend.” Iroh said as he copies the gesture of the old stallion, also cupping his hoofs toward him.

“Then let us play.” The Pegasus said as he places a tile on the board, quickly followed by a tile placed by Iroh. Seemingly without even looking at what the other pony is doing, the two stallions quickly place their tiles on the board. Zuko sits down and watches intently as the two stallions place one tile after the other. When they are done, their tiles form the shape of a lotus flower. “Welcome, brother. The White Lotus opens wide to those who know her secrets.” The Pegasus said.

“What are you old gasbags talking about?” Zuko asked.

“I always tried to tell you that Pai Sho is more than just a game.” Iroh said as the Pegasus takes them to another building in the village, a flower shop.

“It is an honor to welcome such a high-ranking member of the Order of the White Lotus. Being a Grand Master, you must know so many secrets.” The Pegasus said.

“Now that you played Pai Sho, are you going to do some flower arranging, or is this club going to offer some real help?” An annoyed Zuko said.

“You must forgive my nephew. He is not an initiate and has little appreciation for the cryptic arts.” Iroh said as the Pegasus Pai Sho player leads Iroh toward a door with a peephole in it. He knocks two times. A mare slides open a small window in the door and peeks through.

“Who knocks at the guarded gate?” She asked.

“One who has eaten the fruit and tasted its mysteries.” Iroh answered. Iroh then smiles as the door opens to let him and the Pegasus Pai Sho player through. But when Zuko attempts to follow them, the door slams shut in front of him. He looks at the door with a pout when Iroh opens the small window. “I'm afraid it's members only. Wait out here.” An annoyed Zuko then frowns and crosses his legs when he rests against a nearby table. He then leans over to sniff the plant on the table.

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At the quarry, Twilight is being held by ropes on a lamppost. Changelings are around her, making sure she doesn't try anything. “You won’t get away with this.” She said to Hexe.

“No? We will soon. Once they bring the Elements hear, my little trap will make sure that they won’t be used again. And once that's done, Chrysalis will probably use your love for that Red Unicorn to regain her strength.” Hexe said to Twilight.

“I do not love Fire’! Why does everyone keep saying that?”

“Yeah, right...” But before Hexe could finished, some fire nearly cuts her neck. She backs off, and the fire then goes around Twilight and frees her from her binds and carries her to the gang, who have the Elements of Harmony. “What?”

“I know you.” Celestia said. “Your Chrysalis personnel witch Hexe, aren't you.”

“Witch is such a strong word. I prefer, female warlock. Changelings, attack!” They do so, and a fight ensures. Twilight casts a spell that will make sure that the changelings won’t take the forms of her friends.

“These changelings are like ants at a picnic. Always a nuisance” Terra said.

“I hope you lot have a good dental plan, ‘cause with all the teeth I’m knocking out, you’ll need it.” Blitz said as he hit some changeling in the face with his nun-chucks.

“I wonder what happened to Hexe?”

“I bet she just went back to the changeling hive, AJ.” Rainbow said as she, Applejack, Cadence, and Shining are doing a back to back. After they finished their group of changelings, they narrowly avoid some lasers from Hexe.

“Surprise to see me?” Hexe said to them.

“I don’t like surprises!” Shining said.

“And I hate bugs!” Cadence said. She then fires a laser of her own, but Hexe jumps out-of-the-way and lands in front of them.

“Ha. That's all you got? Well, lend me your ears for the last song you will ever hear.” She then gets out her harmonium and pulls out a small blade.

“I don’t think so.” Applejack said to her. She and Rainbow then charge at her, but Die either avoids the attacks or blocks them. She knocks them back a little, and Scootaloo and Apple Bloom come to see if there all right, along with Cadence and Shining.

“Hears a tun with some edge.” Hexe said as she pulls out the upper part of her harmonium that has a large blade and runs for them. When she runs by, Rainbow, AJ, Cadence and Shining fall to the ground due to the shock of what just happened. “I must admit, it pains me to know that you 6 wont be around to hear my encore.” She then runs for them, but Blitz blocks it with his nun-chucks. As they have a stand off, Blitz builds an electric charge from his legs that knocks Hexe back. Blitz then goes to help them, starting with Rainbow.

“Your the Avatar of Lightning.” Rainbow said to him as he helps her up.

“I ... I guess so.” Blitz said as his hoofs get a lighting pattern on them, while some strands of his mane and tail turn navy blue. Hexe charges back at them, but Fire’ block it again with his sword and the two fight. After a few blows, Fire’ turns into is elemental from.

“I got news for you. Your concert is about to end.” He then does a blow that sends her a few feet. The others soon join Firebrand. Celestia then opens a box that has the Elements of Harmony in them and gives them to their respective wielders.

“Time to turn you to stone.” Twilight said as she and her friend charge their attack and fire, the same way they did against Discord. But before it could hit her, Deker jumps in the way, pulls out his Uramasa, and slices the attack in half.

“Huh?” Scootaloo said in disbelief.

“Whoa.” Agua said.

“Who's that?” Shining said.

Deker then releases his stance and points his sword at Firebrand. “Avatar of Fire, you shall be my sword Uramasa’s greatest challenge.”

“What the hay does that mean?” Applejack said to him.

“Deker, you came to save me?” Hexe asked him.

“Not quit.”

“What?”

“Fire Avatar, we will duel soon.” Fire’ then stares at him. “Until then...” Deker then grabs Hexe and jumps to a nearby cliff and they disappear.

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At the village Zuko and Iroh are at, Zuko is asleep at the table when he wakes up by the squeaking of the door. Iroh steps through as Zuko takes on a defensive stance. “What's going on? Is the club meeting over?” Zuko asked.

“Everything is taken care of. We're heading to Ba Sing Se.” Iroh said as two White Lotus members step out.

“Ba Sing Se? Why would we go to the Geo Firma capital?” Zuko asked.

“The city is filled with refugees. No one will notice two more.” The Pegasus member said.

“We can hide in plain sight there. And it's the safest place in the world from the Fire Nation. Even I couldn't break through to the city.” Iroh said as he happily shrugs. They then hear a bell, which means that somepony has entered the shop. A young Unicorn colt than approaches the group, holding up some papers with his magic.

“I have the passports for our guests.” He said as he gives Zuko his ‘Lee’ passport, while he gives Iroh his ‘Mushi’ passport.

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A few days later, back at New York, the gang, now accompanied by Blitz, arrive at the air port. “So, you lot are from Equestria?”

“Yeah, we are, Blitz. Well, some of us. Most of us. I forget.” Pinkie said to him.

“Say, Twilight, you all right.”

“I’m fine Shining, but I can’t shake the feeling that all of Die’s anger came from some past sadness.” As they board the plane, Fire’ wonders to himself about who saved Die.

“Hum. Who was that protecting Hexe?” He then remembers what Deker said to him. “Avatar of Fire, you shall be my sword Uramasa’s greatest challenge.” The plane then takes off into the sunset as they head for Equestria.