//------------------------------// // The beginning of the tale (Re-Write and Redux) // Story: A past long forgotten and Hope for the future. // by zero504 //------------------------------// Unknown Location In what looks like to be an opulent room, A lone Alicorn named Faust watches her children with great interest. Her beautiful countenance as well as her beautiful wings are the biggest things that provide the most light. A pure white Alicorn as bright of a coat as the Sun. Her mane flows quite easily as if it is in the wind. Her mane has Rainbow and star accents. Faust has 4 wings. On one side, She has 2 blue/black wings, on the other she has 2 white wings. Being the mother of all Ponies and Alicorns isn't easy, managing the Universe and the Cosmos never was. She had powerful Magic, and She longed to see her children, but due to her duties, She could never do so. Faust preserved the natural order of the planets and the Universe. When certain events occurred, She was responsible to provide balance. So day after day, night after night, She worked. She hummed a beautiful tune. She made Magic. She provided the unique abilities that all of Ponykind had. Like an artist painting on a canvas, She weaves the most beautiful of artwork and of course the events of the times. She remembers Starswirl the Bearded fondly. They used to be great friends, till they were separated. She let out a sigh. Something then came to her mind, as she remembered a promise that was made. She gasped in shock. She realized that it was time. After receiving her epiphany. she began to send a letter to Her Daughters. After she did it she infused it with her Magic. This Magic would be twofold. One, it would provide memories to be returned to Them. And Two, help them with the Magic needed to open the portal to Earth. Thus ensuring the Promise made to her Son. After sending it to them, She breathed a sigh of relief. "It is done, I have finally fulfilled my Promise I made. Good luck to you Max." With that, She laid down and watched the TV screen in front of her. "Well, let's see how this all plays out." she said. The TV screen shows a view of Canterlot Castle, most specifically the Throne Room. She smiled warmly at her Daughters and wished them the best of Luck. Canterlot Castle It is a beautiful day in Canterlot, as the sun is shining in the beautiful city located high above the mountains, many birds chirping and singing. However Princess Celestia and Luna seem to be thinking about something else on their mind. Normally, they would be pleasantly cheerful, but after seeing a note that appeared before them they began to have some doubts and a few small tears on their faces not to mention a little trepidation as well. "Tia? are you OK?, you seem to be out of sorts. Is it about the note we received?" said Luna. "Hmm? Oh yes, I can definitely understand why you would think that Luna." Celestia replied and then sighed. "I find it strange, but don't you find it odd that this note just managed to appear out of nowhere, and even more interesting is it's from our mother, Faust?" She chuckled. "She always seems to make things interesting don't you think?" She laughed. The Princesses knew that their Mother was a very special Alicorn, But they hardly ever heard from her due to her duties. "Yes, I agree my dear sister." Luna chuckled in amusement. "Still we must follow the instructions and follow through or else we will never hear the end of it, i don't suppose you know how long it has been since we seen Him?" "It's been ages, Luna, the problem is I doubt He will remember us at all, after all from what I understand, we didn't even know of his existence before. I never did understand much about memory spells." Her brow furrowed. "Do you think He will be angry at us for what happened?" said Tia to her sister. Luna sighed. "To be completely honest I am not sure, after all, He has no memories of what happened during His time here, after all our mother saw to that." Luna seemed a tad bit sad and angry at the same time. Luna remembered about the farewell that was made for Him, and what it had cost. Celestia then replied, "While we can't completely make up for the stuff that happened, We can at least make sure the He has a bright future ahead of Him." She smiled at that thought. "Well my dear sister perhaps we should bring Twilight and her friends along for this journey, after all we may need their help to assist us to return back to Equestria. Plus it wouldn't hurt to have them find out more about Humans in general." said Tia. "An excellent idea my dear sister, however we seem to be forgetting someone else that needs to come along, after all he is quite familiar with the world and current events. And his powers just might be of some use to us." Said Luna. "Ah, your right, how could I have forgotten Discord." said Tia. "Speak of the man and he shall appear, my dear Princesses." said Discord, as he appeared suddenly, bowing down low to them. Celestia had to giggle. After all, Discord was reformed and he sounded more like a gentleman. Celestia loved Discord's amusing ways, especially now that he wasn't harming ponies and terrorizing them. He was glad the Element of Kindness, Fluttershy managed to get him to dance to a different tune now. She also remembered the Galloping Gala event when Discord had come as a guest. He made things quite entertaining to say the least. Speaking of tunes, Discord began to do some Tap dancing just for comedic effect, thus also eliciting a chuckle from Luna. Celestia then spoke to Discord and said, "Discord you are so funny, I appreciate the humor and such. We however need you for an important task and would like you to get Twilight and her friends to come here to Canterlot right away as there is much to be done. Discord's eyebrows went up at the suggestion. "Could you also tell Twilight that she will be very interested in what is going on. Tell her that she is about to meet a new race and species. if that doesn't make her get things going nothing will." said Celestia. This also piqued Discord's curiosity. "Why of Course, it is my honor to serve you mademoiselle." said Discord as he changed his appearance to himself in a tuxedo suit. Celestia and Luna giggled at this."That's quite a fancy outfit you have there, Discord." said Luna. Celestia turned to Discord and said, "Well then Discord, it is good to know you have things well in hand." Discord seemed a bit surprised at the comment, but shrugged it off. "Go on Discord, there isn't a lot of time and we must be off quickly. There is so much to do and prepare for." Discord then snapped his fingers and then he was gone, once again leaving the Sisters to themselves once again to think of the upcoming events to come. Ponyville, Fluttershy's House As Twilight and the rest of the Mane 6 sat and was laughing at a funny tale that Applejack was telling them about something that happened with Apple Bloom and the CMC. However, before Applejack could finish the tale, Discord appeared in front of them, unfortunately at a very inopportune time. "What the heck, Discord! Why did you interrupt mah tale? Normally, I wouldn't mind you dropping in, but I was busy telling mah tale." said Applejack. Discord laughed at the comment. Applejack was a tad bit angry. Discord apologized to Everypony, then turned to Applejack and said, "Well Applejack normally, I wouldn't impose, but I happen to have urgent news from the Princesses. So forgive me for my rudeness." "What's going on Discord?" Said Twilight. "Yes Discord what is it?" Said Fluttershy. Discord turned to Twilight and said, "The Princesses require your immediate presence in the Throne room immediately. Celestia informed me that today you will be learning something incredibly interesting about a new species Twilight. Everyone here will be required. Also the Elements will be necessary for your trip." "Ohmygosh!" said Twilight. "We had better go then immediately. Come on Girls." She then turned to Discord and asked, "Care to assist Discord?" Discord smiled. "Gladly, Twilight." he said. Discord snapped his fingers once more and everyone appeared back at Canterlot Castle. "Princess Celestia! We came as soon as we heard. This is so exciting! We are going to see a new species! I can't wait to do some studying!" said Twilight rather fast. Discord smirked at the idea. "New species eh? I doubt it, very much so." thought Discord. Celestia smiled at her former student's enthusiasm. Twilight's friend's where not quite so enthusiastic, especially since They felt they were a tad bit rushed, but They decided to ignore it, since they were in presence of the Princesses. They bowed humbly before them, and greeted them accordingly. Princess Celestia and Luna both rose from their thrones and smiled at them all. "It is wonderful to see you all again, everypony. I realize this may be sudden, but We feel that this will be educational and also quite important. Also, think of this as a little vacation and a major opportunity to go somewhere you haven't been before." said Celestia, who was smiling broadly at her former student. "Where exactly we going Princesses?" said Applejack. "Is there going to be some awesome treats?" said Pinkie Pie enthusiastically. "Well I hope that whatever we do it better be awesome!" said Rainbow Dash. "Maybe I will be able to get some inspiration for more dresses where we are going..hmm?" said Rarity. "I hope it isn't....too dangerous.."said Fluttershy. Celestia and Luna smiled at their questions and said, "Not to worry, my little ones, Besides you will be with Me, Luna and Discord while we visit this world. So let me start off by letting you know where we are going too. Is anyone familiar with a planet called Earth?" said Celestia. Luna also said, "I believe this will be the first time for you seeing another world, well besides the one from the mirror that is." "Oh wait, I think I have heard of it before, in my mythology studies." said Twilight. "Wait are we going to be meeting Humans?!!!" Twilight's eyes were wide open and her jaw dropped. Discord chuckled at her look. "What the hoo haw hey is a Human?" "They sound a tad bit weird." said Applejack. "Oooh, sounds like they like parties!" "I can't wait to see them!" said Pinkie Pie with a squeal. "These Humans sound like they might be interesting...Do they fly?" "Are they cool as me, somehow I doubt it." said Rainbow Dash. "I hope they know a lot about fashion, after all I can't stand it if they have droll outfits." "After all I am quite the Fashionista!" said Rarity. "I hope they arent too scary." "Hopefully they won't be monsters and such." said Fluttershy. "Settle down everypony, I know you have a lot of questions, but I assure all will be revealed to you in time." Said Luna. Discord chuckled. Discord realized exactly what was going on, after all He had been there many years during his imprisonment in stone and always enjoyed Earth, Since it technically was quite Chaotic. And He was the master of Chaos after all... Celestia then spoke to them all and said, "Humans, First of all, are bipedal creatures, they unfortunately do not have magic, but they make up for it with their creativity and resourcefulness. I don't have too much info as I have been behind the times." She then turned to Discord and smiled at him. "Discord will have much more information on this, but due to the fact that we are somewhat on a tight schedule, these questions will have to wait." She then turned to her sister, Luna then spoke to Discord, "Discord will you be so kind as to help us with this trip? After all, we need your guidance and advice. Also if things might go sour, which I doubt they will, It would be most helpful." Discord chuckled and felt just a tad bit more confident. He was glad that the Princesses asked for his help. Discord looked at everyone and said, "Very well, I shall endeavor to guide everyone safely to Earth and keep everypony safe from harm." He then turned to the Princesses and said, "Perhaps we should head out now Princesses?" They then smiled and nodded. The Princesses then gathered everyone around them and then teleported all of them to Everfree Forest. Everfree Forest/Castle of the Two Sisters Upon arriving at their destination, the group began to make their way to the ruins they had once been to several times before, The Castle of the Two Sisters. To prepare themselves, the Princesses had retrieved the Elements of Harmony from the Vault and gave them to their respected owners. The Mane 6 smiled warmly at the group in front of them. They had soon managed to make their way to the ruined castle. Luckily, there had been no incidents as they went there. Since the Princesses were easily able to defend them from any dangers. Soon, they managed to find the ruins quite easily and headed into them. Finally, they arrived at a particular chamber. Luna and Celestia nodded solemnly as they entered the chamber. The chamber was very ornamental. though it was in disrepair, there was a powerful magic still in the air, as there was once something that used to be there. Celestia turned to the group and spoke to everyone and said, "Before we go through the portal to Earth, let me explain what will happen. We shall be invisible to everyone on Earth, nobody will be able to see us due to Discord's unique magic as well as our own. Magic in general will be weak when we arrive, however since you all have the Elements of Harmony, We will have a much better control over our Magic there." She continued, "This means less problems for all. When we get there as well please remember to behave yourselves as we are not part of their world." "We must be diligent and not go anywhere without all of us together. It can be quite overwhelming for anypony." She then turned to Twilight. Celestia then spoke to her. "Twilight, I know you will be very eager to study Humans but don't get to crazy alright, show some patience and I assure you things will go well." Twilight nodded and of course promised She wouldn't go overboard. Luna then spoke, "Just because we are invisible, does not mean we are infallible. So do not try to bump into many things. We can still affect other things and such. So everyone be very careful." She turned to Discord and said, "Anything else to add Discord?" Discord waved Luna off dismissively. Luna nodded. It was then Celestia spoke directly to Discord through his mind and said, "Discord, there is an important reason for us going to Earth, Normally, I wouldn't divulge, but it is very important." She sounded leery as She said, "We are looking for a very specific Human, And since I trust you, I will be needing your help to find Him." This piqued His interest greatly. Discord spoke back with his mind, "So who is this very special Human? I Don't mind helping but I could use some clues as to whom you are referring too." Celestia replied, "His name is Maximilian." "I don't suppose you have heard of him?" Discord chuckled inwardly. "I know the exact human your talking about, and rest assured I will help you find Him." Discord let the link go and chuckled inwardly. "Oh this trip is going to be quite an amusing one." He thought. After this conversation Discord turned to the group and then said, "If things get too hairy, remember that I can fix things. Also, I am pretty sure you will love seeing Earth." The girls smiled wide as Celestia, Luna and Discord focused their magical energies and created the portal to Earth. The portal burst open in a beautiful cone of light. Everyone had a small glimpse of Earth in orbit, before everyone in a single file line stepped through the portal. The journey had just begun.