Applejack, Rainbow Dash, Rarity, Pinkie Pie, Fluttershy, and Spike crowded around Orion and Twilight to hear their plan. Each of them were completely distraught in their own way. Applejack, an honest work pony that believed the words of her leader, is now left with a traitor that has been lying the entire time. Rainbow Dash, loyal to the Princess of the land and it's ponies, has been left almost entirely alone by  Celestia. Rarity, a unicorn that idolized everything about Canterlot and it's nature, was now forced to watch it burn. Pinkie Pie, a creature of laughter and good fun, saw the turmoil of the event and is now left wondering if there is humor in anything anymore. Fluttershy on the other hoof was better off than the rest- while scary situations do frighten her, she recognizes the threat and stays with her friends. Yes she was betrayed by Celestia, but her friends here were all okay. Spike was distracted more than anything- something was calling out to him.

“Okay everypony, we have a plan.” Twilight's face was full of determination, more than it has been for the last couple of hours. “As you all know, we bear the Elements of Harmony and each embody the power.” The others nodded. “But what we didn't know is why we're so strong with the Elements. But I just found out that we each have our power  because we are all 'Alicorn Born'!” The others gasped, but then looked confused.

“What the flank is 'Alicorn Born?'” Rainbow Dash asked. The others nodded in agreement. Orion came forward

“You all possess the magical capacity of an Alicorn. Meaning that with your particular strength, you have the ability to excel more than any Alicorn.” The others were still confused. “Look, maybe I can show them the message my dad left me, sort of an info dump into their brains.” Twilight thought for a moment.

“Do it” she said. And with that Orion's horn flashed and the others were lost in a trance of information. Everything that Orion and Twilight learned went flowing into their brains. They came out of their trances, looking more confused.

“Ah-ah think I get it. We all need to go to these locations to be powerful enough to stop the Alicorns.” Applejack, despite the bravado of strength was the first to get it.

“But why do I have to go to those icky Diamond Dogs?” Rarity asked. Orion walked over to Rarity.

“We were hoping you could tell us that Rarity. My dad did say you had a skill that they could help you improve.” Rarity's eyes were shifty- as if a dark secret had been discovered. She sighed, defeated.

“My family- we're- we're a family of thieves.” Her friends stood there shocked. “But we don't steal for ourselves. We give the spoils to the poor and work for ourselves. I've always wanted to get away from the business, but somehow it keeps pulling me back.” Applejack stepped to Rarity.

“So wait an apple buckin minute. You're a thief- who do you steal from?” Everypony waited for Rarity's answer.

“We stole from the Canterlot elite. They had so much money we figured that they wouldn't miss some valuables. And as I said, I've moved away from that- haven't stolen in years- intentionally that is.” Applejack facehoofed and said,

“Ah suppose it don't matter much under the circumstances. We've got a world to save.” Twilight stood next to Applejack.

“She's right Rarity- and you've got to get your thieving skills back up again- we're going to need them.” Rainbow spoke next.

“What about me? What have I got to learn from some dumb birds?” Orion pulled out a book.

“The Albatri have the ability to go at faster speeds than most, Rainbow- plus their technology, according to myth, is astounding.” He showed Rainbow a picture of a city within the clouds- mechanical in nature. Not a thing like Cloudsdale. Rainbow looked at the picture, looking at the bird creatures, noble in appearance. Fluttershy moseyed in.

“And what about me? I've heard stories about the Elks- they're supposedly experts in medicine.” Orion flipped to a page about the Elks.

“Apparently they have some type of magic that powers their expertise in medicine- best healers in Equestria. So that goes with your ability to understand animals and nature for the most part.” Orion pointed to Fluttershy. “You have such an affinity for all creatures that your ability to heal would be unparalleled.”

“Oh- well- that's great- I think...” Everybody smiled at Fluttershy. But they then turned their attention to Pinkie Pie.

“Pinkie- do you have any idea what my dad was talking about?” Orion asked. Her hair was deflated, her happy demeanor gone, all that was going on her head was feelings of regret and thoughts of “what ifs?”

“I- I think I get it. But I'll need to go to that place he marked for us before I do anything.” Twilight patted Pinkie Pie on the back.

“Spike, are you with us?” Twilight asked. He nodded and scoffed.

“Do you even need to ask Twilight?” That statement brought the mood up a bit. Everypony turned to Twilight and Orion.

“We don't have time to all go to each location, so we're going to divide into two groups. First group will have Twilight, Applejack, Pinkie, and Spike since their locations correspond with one another. Meanwhile, I'll help Rarity, Rainbow Dash, and Fluttershy get to their locations.” Orion then tapped his horn. “And thanks to whatever happened, me and Twilight share a bond that will make us be able to transfer thoughts instantaneously, so we won't ever lose contact. I know this was not how you were imagining spending your Summer Sun Celebration- but it's up to you all to save Equestria. We will encounter resistance on the way to be sure, but so long as our friendship keeps us together, we will be strong. Let's go to work.”