Changelings, Love and Lollipops · 4:51am Jan 17th, 2015
A watched pot never boils, Charlie Brown will wait for that last leaf on the tree to fall until he looks away, and I’ve been stuck at 998 followers forever. One of the problems with writing an entire story before you publish is a certain lack of ego-boost from comments. I plan on solving both of these problems with one cannon, in particular this one.
by Atmospark
Once I hit 1000 followers, I will gladly celebrate as follows:
Now I have been writing since I published The Night Guard - Night Mares last month. I’ve got 20+ chapters of Royal Exam done, a gut-wrenching chapter of Letters From a Little Princess Monster, a chapter of Flash Sunset, and a good start on The One Who Got Away, but none of them are done yet. I’ve been pretty good about holding back until the last part is written before I publish things, but I’m going to make an exception.
You see this changeling?
( by Ackdari )
Two more followers, and I’m going to do the worst thing possible you could ever do to a changeling.
I’m going to give him to Pinkie Pie.
If you are a serious reader who is looking for a deep and thoughtful treatment of the sensual elements of Laughter because it is the only Element of Harmony that deals with physical sensations, you are going to be so disappointed. On the other hoof, if you watch hockey for the fights, Olympic skiing for the crashes, and NASCAR for the thrill of repetitive left-hoof turns, I think you’ll like this. It has explosions, confetti, more explosions, obscure references to certain body parts that are not mentioned in polite company, and of course, explosions.
Did I mention explosions? Oh, and it may occasionally dip into somewhat risque situational comedy. And by occasionally, I mean every chapter or two. Rated Teen for a reason, but I’m not writing anything that would go too far over the line. If you liked The Traveling Tutor and the Librarian, I think you'll like this too.
So here’s an excerpt of what you may be expecting in a few days/hours/months when those last two unsuspecting individuals sign up.
The changeling shuddered as he looked out the window again, terrified that he would see the wagon landing to pick up an additional body. With one last glance, he turned back to work, trying to keep calm while he planned.
I have to act normal until tonight when I can try to escape again. Whatever I do, I can’t tell—
“What’cha doing?”
“Wha—” Still unused to sudden exposure to a weapons-quality grin at point-blank range, the changeling hopped backwards, then hopped forward even more energetically as his rump made contact with the hot oven. The resulting impact tasted of frosting and cinnamon as he tumbled to the ground, surrounded by pink. Well, Pinkie.
Somehow their tumble across the floor wound up with him on his back and a giggling Pinkie on top, and she pressed her nose down on his and giggled. “Silly changeling.” She kissed him on the nose and bounced to her hooves. “If you wanted a kiss, all you had to do was ask. I know you changelings live on love and snuggy hugs, but you probably didn’t get much of that when the Cutie Mark Crusaders were running you around town—” Pinkie’s eyes narrowed momentarily “—or you better not have.” The brief shadow across the sun blew away, and the perky pink pony was back at full volume. “So I had a cupcake while I was up at the front counter and I’ll bet you can’t guess what kind it was!”
“Pumpkin spice with cream cheese frosting and red-hots,” he replied almost automatically, licking his upper lip where a tantalizing remnant remained. It almost managed to pull him out of his depression, except for the descent back into crushing despair when he thought of so many of his hivelings being hauled away like garbage.
“Oooo, you’re good!” Soft pink lips pressed against his again, and while he was trying to make sense of the affectionate kiss, Pinkie promptly popped up off of his chest and bounced over to the mixer. “So I was thinking we could have a dozen each of pumpkin, radish, raspberry, blueberry, orangeberry, and avocado cupcakes this evening at the party!”
“Party?” he echoed.
“Your Welcome to Ponyville Party, of course,” said Pinkie. “I mean you’ve already been in town a few days out at the Cutie Mark Crusaders’ clubhouse, but that’s outside Ponyville, and now that you’re inside Ponyville, you deserve a party!” Her voice abruptly dropped an octave and she glared at him. “Even if you are a liar and a Pinkie Promise Breaker.” Just as quickly as her cheer had vanished, it was back in a beaming grin. “So when we have the party here tonight, I’ll introduce you to everypony in Ponyville. Won’t that be great!”
* * *
A howling mob with torches and pitchforks carried the bound changeling out into the town square while shouting for their favorite method of execution.
“Burn him at the stake!” screamed a tan stallion.
“Tear him limb from limb!” shouted another.
“Turn him over to Twilight Sparkle for experimentation!” called out a third.
The shouts from the crowd instantly silenced as the entire group of ponies stood and looked at the frightened changeling, who was all tied up in a cocoon of thick ropes.
“Let’s not get carried away,” said the Mayor, waving her own torch. “After all, it may be some sort of demonic monster, but we should at least show it a little compassion. Put the stake over there and we’ll douse the creature with oil before we light the wood so it won’t suffer.”
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Wow what a post!
I'll read it. The story that is.
PS: I like the story teaser.
Good job hon
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So it turns out I wasn't following you. That is no longer.
That poor changeling. Sounds like fun!
You cruel heartless monster.
2728187 The doctors say I have the heart of a 20 year old. I keep it in a jar on my desk.
*Unfollows*
Just...one....more......... SOMEONE FOLLOW HIM ALREADY!!!!
Sorry, but I'm already following. And yes, I double-checked just in case. This isn't the first fic I've ever heard of involving Pinkie and a Changeling but it'll be the first one I've read so I'm looking forward to it
Your stories are a blast, Georg
And the flag is up! I'm submitting. Had to publish two chapters since Chapter 1 is shy a thousand words.
*unfollows*.
2728246 Yippee! Hey, do you want to go for 2000? We could all do blog posts soliciting followers for you! Wait, most of my followers already follow you... never mind.
is pinkie preggers? Will toliver stay in ponyville, why you no update
2919990 Because I've been scrambling to put out a chapter every weekday in March in Flash Sunset, The Traveling Tutor and the Royal Exam, and Letters From a Little Princess Monster. 22 chapters in 22 days. It's a nutcracker. I'll get back to it in April, along with finishing off the Letters arc, getting The One Who Got Away some cover art and a few more chapters, etc...
Busy, busy.