The Fluttershark

by cogwheelbrain

Dun Dun Dun Dun Dun Dun Boop!

"The Fluttershark - Part III: Summary”

Among all species of shark, the fluttershark is unique, so much so that there has only been one known instance of the fluttershark, but from that one individual, many encounters have been documented. While the author acknowledges that a single individual does not a species make, in this case, the author --after her own encounter with the fluttershark-- strongly felt that this one individual easily defines the word “fluttershark” and, thus, the author felt the need to document this unique creature for posterity.

The Fluttershark is a simple creature at heart. It seeks to enjoy its surrounding environment to the fullest and wishes only to share its happiness with others. (Granted, while underwater that sharing may involve partial drowning, this is, most likely, un-intentional.) Making use of their lungs they can escape just beyond the water’s edge and seek shady spots for naps and to consume sweetened, fermented fruit-based drinks usually found within the husks of coconuts all while wrapped in their favourite pink, fluffy towel. The fluttershark seems to especially enjoy this activity while surrounded by friendly ponies with their own fruity, umbrella garnished drinks. (Author’s note: from personal experiences, small paper umbrellas are optional but always seem to amuse the fluttershark when included. And, as the author can personally attest to, an amused fluttershark is much preferred to a grumpy one, especially after accidentally mistaking the fluttershark’s pink, fluffy towel for their own. It is recommended to never do this.)

Sightings of the fluttershark are rare. They are only found near peaceful beaches of Equestria and only during the warmer days of the year. They prefer areas with calm tides that are populated both by multitudes of sealife as well as ponies enjoying their summer vacations. So if you find yourself in the warm waters of some Equestrian beach resort where the sands are smooth and the drinks are fruity, and should you see a yellow and pink fin (and breathing tube) in the water coming towards you, take a breath and prepare to say hello to one of the most unique creatures you will ever meet. (Author’s note: no seriously, take a breath. That mare has a grip like a vice and sometimes forgets that the rest of us don’t usually have snorkels!)

Author's Note:

Obligatory soundtrack link here:

The original two pieces of inspiration for me:

By Alasou

By foxxy-arts

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2020-04-25 -- Fluttershark is now on youtube!

Comments

[TheAncientPolitzanian]

I knew going in that this was probably going to be adorable, but dang was that cute. Thumbs up!
:)

[TheOnlySaneDraconequus]

This is adorable! Thanks for writing!

[V8]

Please stand by

[PoisonClaw]

Super cute.

[neutralmilk]

This is a keeper. Love it!

[Phaoray]

Cute. Was hoping for more attacks admittedly, but amusing regardless.

[The Voice in the Water]

Okay, this was really fraggin' cute.

[Hillbe]

Spikey Wikey!
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!
NOM NOM NOM NOM
Really Spikey you can do better then that
blub blub blub
Spike you bubble from your snout not your other end

[Scholarly-Cimmerian]

Good Lord, that was cute!

[Charlie Gordon]

An absolutely adorable bit of fluff. Thank you for this!

[Level Dasher]

Well that was absolutely adorable.

[keulan742]

This is extremely adorable.

[meerkat8472]

Flut-ter-shark do-do-dedodedo.

[spoonlol]

10191043
Damn it you beat me to it

[WhispersInTheDark]

So cute!

[Vaguely Demented]

Can’t wait for the 3D sequel.

[Kichi]

Well, it was funny

[TDR]

This is cute

[KingJoltik]

This story reminded me of this comic: derpicdn.net/img/view/2016/8/5/1217529.png

[Anachronon]

The Fluttershark is the greatest apex predator on the planet. One should never feel save in the low waters on a sunny day.

[Scyphi]

This was very adorable.

Actually makes me think of another fic that operates on a loosely similar but plenty adorable concept...though it has slightly less "sharks" and a few more "submarines and boats." And Spike doing bad Communist Russia impressions. ---> "Twilight October"

[Yutah123]

Oh wait, has nobody done it yet? ‘Tis my chance!

*insert David Attenborough blurb here*

[Comickook]

So darn cute. LOVED this short story overall. :-D Particularly loved the note about "taking a breath because of the force of the hugs"

Fluttershy: Err, candygram?

Pinkie: (accepts the candy) Why thank you, Fluttershy. (gets hugged, but doesn't mind because SHE can give some pretty forceful hugs too and, thus, knows how to take them)

(sorry. Couldn't resist a Lighter and Softer parody of the "Land Shark" sketch from Saturday Night Live).

Fluttershy: Ohh, look. Such a cute -

Pinkie: Baby shark! Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo! Baby Shark! Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo! Baby Shark! Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo! BABY SHARK!

Fluttershy: Well, yes, actually. Very appropriate use of that song in this case.

[SamuelK28]

Only downside is we don't know who won the bet, Rainbow or Rarity?

[justheretoreadstories]

(Author’s note: no seriously, take a breath. That mare has a grip like a vice and sometimes forgets that the rest of us don’t usually have snorkels!)

The author's notes are the funniest parts of the story.

[fanreader999999]

We're gonna need a bigger beach.

[cogwheelbrain]

10191043
I hate you so much right now. ....stupid ear worm.

10191483
Yup. You learn quick. Shame the rest of the Mane 6 didn't quite get there that fast. ;)

10191615
Oh, now I want to see the pony Attenborough!

10191075
I dunno, I was there for the first run of Jaws 3-D IN THE THEATERS all those years ago. I think I'm still traumatized by that.

10191686
Why do you do this to me!? I hadn't even worried about that... UNTIL NOW!

10191823
Twilight deals with personal trauma in her own way. She writes papers to scientific journals with snark.

[Wing]

This is the story we needed but didn't deserve.
Much <3

[TheAncientPolitzanian]

10191906

Why do you do this to me!? I hadn't even worried about [who won the bet]... UNTIL NOW!

Sequel hook, maybe? wait was that a fish pun

[cogwheelbrain]

10191962
You're not going to bait me with that.

[Antiquarian]

Shouldn't have taken the pink towel. And I second what others have said - Rarity's reaction to the entire affair is spot on and the story was adorable.

[redsopine]

i wonder if all 6 have a unique animal perk now

[cogwheelbrain]

10192139
If they do, I doubt you'll see them in this universe. But the idea is an intriguing one.

[redsopine]

10192151
i mean like how fluttershy has shark tendencies what do the others have in the cute and cuddly arena (not counting flutterbat)

[cogwheelbrain]

10192172
That is a good question. If you figure it out, write it up and share it. I'm looking forward to finding out.

[redsopine]

10192173
if i have a idea your the first id tell im terrible at exicuting ideas well

[cogwheelbrain]

10192175
Think of it as a good excuse to exercise your brain muscles. Write something down. Don't like it? Try again. Keep going until you find something you like. I mean, this is (published) story number four for me out of 5 years, so it's not a quick process, but it is a process and it's gotta start somewhere. Might as well start with a simple idea...

[redsopine]

10192181
oh i just publish stuff i just take down stuff that gets annoyibg bad feedback

[redsopine]

10192181
like not kidding i have persmission to write a sequal to rated ponystars why dont they want me and i was extreamly clear about it and somome still asked me if i did after e areas of showing i had it

[Forgetful]

This was hilarious and adorable.

[redsopine]

10192181
sorry for the mini rant therr

[redsopine]

10192217
ikr

[ObiWan]

This is great, adorable and awesome!

Huh, I was watching jaws yesterday and this story comes out.
i.pinimg.com/originals/5d/bc/55/5dbc55769da31ef71aa075b549036108.jpg

[Frazzle2Dazzle]

Haven’t read the story, but....

Fluttershark, Doo doo doo doo, Fluttershark, Doo doo doo doo~

[Muggonny]

FlUtTeR sHaRk! DUH-DU DUH-DU DUH-DU DUH-DU

[Str8aura]

The only valid way to read the is to end with a slow zoom in on the shark part of that drawing while the theme is playing

[Coyote de La Mancha]

And, as the author can personally attest to, an amused fluttershark is much preferred to a grumpy one, especially after accidentally mistaking the fluttershark’s pink, fluffy towel for their own. It is recommended to never do this.)

This was perfect, especially how you left the final fluttershark attacks almost completely to the reader’s imagination after such a wonderful build-up.

[Natedogg2006]

Honestly you had me with the picture. Down right adorable

[cogwheelbrain]

10192838
That's all Alasou's doing, I just focused on my favorite part (with her permission, of course)

[white1498]

Is the rainbow eagle next because if so this will be highly entertaining.