//------------------------------// // Of headaches, new clothes, and hobbies. // Story: Excalibur's Life and Adventures // by Knightwolf1875 //------------------------------// Excalibur’s Adventure CH.2 By Knightwolf1875 Trying as best she could to not storm down the hall with Twilight, Rainbow, Applejack, and Spitfire after her still a little shocked at how she quickly used her magic. Excalibur sighed loudly as she neared a corner, stopped, and leaned on the wall. “Oh for the love of all that’s holy my head hurts!” The young alicorn groaned trying to rub the pain away. “Does it always hurt like this the first time using magic?” She looked to Twilight as the lavender mare gently pulled Excalibur’s hand from her head. “Well, you not only lifted a grown stallion and made a trash can appear out of nowhere.” Twilight stated using a weak ice spell to help with the headache by holding it in her hand, and pressing it to the other alicorn’s forehead. “You also have a lot to still deal with and we only know maybe half of it. So you might be dealing with a little mana burnout as well. This will help some with the headache.” “I know Blueblood can get under anypony’s skin, but to get that much anger in one go is a little surprising.” Applejack pointed out as the yells of the offended stallion could be heard. “Then again it is that stuck up nopony we’re talking about.” Excalibur sighed feeling the cool on her head. “That does feel better. Sorry if I scared you girls, but after Luna told me he wanted to marry me. I kind of just lost it.” She grinned softly. “Also I should point out I might have made that trashcan on the spot.” Spitfire helped the new alicorn off the wall and the group started walking again. “Yeah, he would do that for the power. While he is good with dealing with ambassadors from other lands, and even some of the more pushy nobles around Canterlot. He still looks for ways to get power for a throne that will never be empty, or to take it.” She had hints of anger in her voice as they head down t the hallway. “He even tried to trick me into helping him once, but you can guess how that went.” “Would that be why Aunt Tia asked mom not to implode another building?” Excalibur asked with a grin getting a few chuckles from the other girls. “If it is I’m sure his room is next after all this.” She turned the topic toward something else as they walked on to find the way out of the castle. Meanly to find out where she was in the timeline compared to the show, and how to keep from getting headaches because of her magic too. Nearly an hour and half later, plus a snack stop to ease the hunger pains, the mares were at a little dinner not far from Rarity’s shop in Canterlot enjoying their meal. Excalibur was in awe at what all she saw in the large city, and even how quickly she was getting use to her new body that was eighteen again. Though having others kneel to her was nothing she wasn’t to comfy with, and it seemed Twilight wasn’t too happy about it either. Also Excalibur learned she’s somewhere before season six as Starlight Glimmer wasn’t part of the group yet, or even Flurry Heart being born. Those events were going to be fun, hopefully without her being in the middle of it. Though with learning Rarity’s Boutique opened just two weeks ago helped out a lot in knowing what’s going to happen at least. Of course Excalibur shared information on who she was, and what happened as best she knew. Turned out Rainbow lost a bet with Twilight on the new alicorn being human, and Luna adopting her as well was just icing on the cake. Spitfire wanted to know more about the military of humans, but Applejack could tell it wasn’t something Excalibur felt like talking about. So the earth pony mare asked something else. “So are you going to try being a part of Nightmare Night, Excalibur?” Applejack asked before taking another bite of her salad with pieces of fried chicken. She also had a tall glass of ice tea to go with it, and a slice of apple pie nearby. “I was thinking about it, and I already have a few ideas in mind.” Excalibur said enjoying her all meat pizza, much to Twilights shock. “I’ll need to see what the anime is like here as I’m thinking of dressing as a Gundam.” She also had a, surprisingly, A&W root beer with a chocolate cake slice near her. Rainbow and Spitfire’s ears stood straight up at the word “Gundam”. Dash put her taco down with a half grin and took a drink of her Dr. Pepper. She also had a large slice of cake next to her. “You had that where you came from too? One of the things Discord shared with everypony as a way to say sorry after helping Tirek. He set things up for us to have some of the gundam stuff. Heck he even got us a ton of gunpla and battle stations too.” “It’s about the only thing we got really as he couldn’t risk anything else.” Spitfire said sipping her own ice tea. Her pick for lunch was chicken wrapped in bacon, and pumpkin pie near her for dessert. “Other than a few other shows, movies, and tons of video games that is. The guy’s just a big kid at heart when you get to see the nice side of him.” She sighed looking relaxed for once. “Makes you wonder how we couldn’t see that before he was lonely. Anyway, sounds like you’re going to need some extra training to fly before Nightmare Night.” “Now Spitfire you can’t be thinking of giving her that kind of training are you?” Twilight asked eating, while not happy about it, chicken strips with fries, (AN: As in made from potatoes not hay), and with a large root beer float waiting for her. “She needs to learn how to use her magic first, and I’ve already got a lesson plan in mind.” “How about we space it out so each of you can teach me without burning me out, and you Twilight.” Excalibur said pointing a fork at her to effusive the point more. “Had better make darn sure it’s basic magic lessons and not the “Twilight Sparkle basics” of magic, or some help me I’ll super glue your bedroom door shut.” She couldn’t keep a straight face while saying the threat which got everypony to laugh a little. “Okay, okay. Not my best threat but it’s all I had at the moment.” Applejack shook her head chuckling. “It’s a good start at least. Ya’ll think we should see Rarity after we’re done here?” She moved to her pie as Excalibur saw a light lavender coat behind her at the other table. “You did want to get some more clothes, Excalibur?” AJ picked up on the alicorn looking at something behind her, but didn’t turn. “You okay, sugar cube?” “Uh? Yeah, I just thought I saw somepony you girls know is all.” Excalibur said getting a twitch from the mare before she bolted. “I thought as much. Guess she’ll be more careful now.” She thought before saying. “Getting clothes is on my list, so let’s check in on Rarity. Just make sure she doesn’t go overbroad with the designs, or at least help me keep her from doing so.” “Like you need to ask?” Rainbow said woofing down her dessert. “Once we explain things a little I’m sure she’ll behave herself.” She looked away before saying. “Maybe.” “Let’s hope so, RD.” Excalibur said digging into her cake as AJ looked behind herself to see what the young alicorn was looking at. “She’s gone, AJ. You girls really need to watch your backs more with Glimmer out there.” Applejack really didn’t look happy turning back to the table and her pie. “Relax, you just have to keep an eye open for her is all. Next time she should wear something other than a tank top, and shorts. Her colors are a big giveaway.” Twilight groaned as Rainbow laughed before they both got to their desserts, and ate them. They finished their food quickly and Excalibur left a large tip as well. The group made its way toward Rarity’s shop with Spitfire looking around for the one mare that could be trouble. Excalibur pointed out that Starlight was long gone after getting the glare from the alicorn. It wasn’t going to be easy as she knew Starlight was going to target her at some point, but for now she was getting ready to meet Rarity. Which meant Excalibur was getting ready for the fashion attack that was coming as they neared the boutique, and whoever else is in the shop that might over react to a pair of Alicorns entering. Those worries didn’t seem to be on Twilight’s mind as she went up the stairs and opened the door with Excalibur right behind her. Once inside the younger alicorn was in awe at the outfits on display that Rarity made. There was even swim wear toward the back that both Rarity and Sassy Saddles were putting up. Excalibur was so busy looking around the shop that she almost didn’t notice the two unicorns turn around, and sees the group. Sassy was wearing her normal designer black dress like in the show, but without the saddle (thankfully). Her slim figure had a bit of tone to it to show she worked out to keep herself healthy. “Princess Twilight, Rainbow Dash, Spitfire, and Applejack it’s so good to see you girls again!” She said giving them a big grin before noticing the new mare with them. “And you brought a…new Princess?” Wearing a red silk shirt, white vest, and a short black dress the white Unicorn walked over with Sassy and hugged her friends. “Twilight, you have to tell me who this lovely mare is.” She started to look Excalibur over as she talked. “I have to say darling your colors are a rare and lovely sight.” Rarity said gently opening the young Alicorn’s left wing before stopping herself. “Sorry about that, dear. I got a little inspired seeing your lovely coloring was all. I’m Rarity and it’s a pleasure to meet you.” “It’s okay, Rarity. You’re not the first one to look at my wings.” Excalibur said shooting a grin at Spitfire. “I’m Luna’s adopted daughter, Excalibur Edge. Nice to meet you, and hope we can keep the wild ideas for clothing to a minimal.” She half joked as she let Rarity look at her wing more. “Go ahead. I was thinking of getting some more clothes, and maybe some swim wear too. I like the look of a few designs.” Excalibur hold up her hand to stop Rarity of getting her fashion ideas going. “But! I’m a function before fashion kind of thinker. Just a fair warning about me on this kind of thing is all.” Rarity blinked looking at the four mares with Excalibur. “Is there something I’m missing here, girls?” “Maybe we should tell you in private.” Twilight said pulling her unicorn friend to the side with Spitfire. “I’m sure Sassy can get the measurements from Excalibur while we talk.” “I’ll just hang close by incase they need anything.” Rainbow said eyeing a few of the swim suits with a light blush on her cheeks. “It’s not like I’m going to get anything. Really!” They giggled as they split into two groups. Applejack, Spitfire, Rarity, and Twilight went to the back room to talk. Meanwhile Sassy, Rainbow, and Excalibur were in the dressing room to get the measurements. This left explaining to Rarity about Excalibur a much easier job, and also helps in shorten the time without Dash adding extra to make it sound cooler. Excalibur pulled her shirt off with a little help from Rainbow. “How can a shirt be any kind of trouble being pulled off?” The alicorn asked getting the piece of clothing off. “Finally! I was starting to feel oddly over heated.” Sassy started to measure Excalibur while using her magic to write down the sizes. She gently felt the Alicorn’s fur. “You seem to have a winter coat already, dear. How do you keep your coat so soft like this? It’s like silk just like your feathers.” Sassy gently touched Excalibur’s feathers making the alicorn blush softly. “What kind of shampoo are you using to keep this lovely softness?” “I’m not really sure?” Excalibur said a little nervous looking to Dash for help but the Pegasus shrugged her shoulders. “I just use what feels good on my skin I guess?” She hoped it was enough as she had no idea what to use on her coat, mane and feathers in the first place. “I’m sure being a princess means you have the best in life. That must cover even the best bathing soaps.” Sassy said with a grin as she wrote down a few color ideas to match the young alicorn’s coloring. “I don’t think I’ve seen anypony with this light of silver in their coloring. In fact it’s almost white when in the light.” She pats the alicorn mare’s hip. “Get these pants off please. I need to measure around there too.” “Now might be a good time to tell you I’m adopted.” Excalibur said blushing more as she took her pants off. “It’ll be in the news anyway. I wonder how things are going with Luna, eh, mom with that one guy.” “You mean the one that works his reporters into the ground with little pay?” Rainbow asked getting a nod from the alicorn. “I’m sure she’s setting him straight without too much trouble.” At that moment a soft explosion was heard. “Or not?” A few minutes before the explosion Meanwhile with Twilight and her little group in the backroom explain things to Rarity. “That’s about all we now know, Rarity.” Applejack said after Twilight explained most of what they learned from Celestia before the press meeting, and from Excalibur herself. “So think you can give the mare a little break from your normal fashion ideas?” “Darling, I’m surprised you’d have to ask me that.” The white unicorn said a bit offended. “But I do understand why you would as I do get a little carried away.” “A little?” Spitfire asked flatly. “You get scary when you really get going on a wild idea, Rarity. It is kind of well known after all.” “Okay, I get very carried away.” Rarity deadpanned. “Still I can do a few nice things for the dear girl. A trip to the spa sounds like a good start once we get to Ponyville, or maybe a lovely silk dress to match her lovely colors.” Twilight face palmed. “Here we go again.” She sighed as they heard the same soft explosion. “I thought only Ponyville could be this bad.” Two hours Later Excalibur was letting out a sigh of relief as they left the store with a few bags of clothes. After Twilight explained everything to Rarity it had lead to a long few hours of being fitted, and trying on a lot of clothes. At first it wasn’t bad until Rarity started to get really into some ideas. Excalibur had to grab the unicorn by the shoulders to make her stop before being turned into a dress up doll. So instead she offered to come back later after Rarity had made a few dresses, and go from there. “That was a close one.” Rainbow said looking in her bag with a sly grin. “I thought you were going to shake Rarity for a moment. I mean sure it wasn’t needed, but it would have been funny.” Excalibur rolled her eyes, something she noted that she’s been doing a lot of, at Dash’s words. “You wouldn’t think it’s that funny if I did it too you. Are you forgetting the times your friends had to probably do the same to you?” Rainbow groaned as the other giggled as they kept going. Until Excalibur spotted a hobby store and got a grin on her face. “Since I still have a bag full of bits, and the biggest gunpla fan dream has been gifted by Discord to the world. I’m going to grab a few models, and start practicing building them again.” The Alicorn went in without waiting for the others to respond. Twilight blinked before shrugging her shoulders. “Well, I guess we don’t have any other way of doing this.” “Twi, does this have something to do with your brother’s fantasy game?” Applejack asked grinning pulling her friend toward the store. “Ah am sure we’d love to hear about it.” Twilight just tried to run off only for Dash to help pull her into the store grinning as well. Spitfire chuckled walking in behind them. “I need to get the new dungeon master book anyway. The guys have a game night this Friday.” Stepping into the store she stopped dead in her tracks. “Now this is a store!” The shop was well designed with shelves full of books, models, action figures, board games, and even trading cards from all over. Excalibur was taking to a jet black unicorn mare with gold eyes, a mane and tail of forest green. She was wearing a black bikini top with silver trim, a grey vest, and white short-shorts. Her cutie mark was four cards with comic books on them. Her name is Fantasy Dream, and talking with the Alicorn about a few of the gundam models. “I have to say you sure know what you want to do, Cali.” Dream said with a hint of Scottish accent in her voice. “Only because I have been dreaming of making this for a long time.” Excalibur said, her tail swishing behind her in excitement. “I can’t believe you get these from the factory itself! How can a portal be kept open for something like that, and still have a world of humans?” She didn’t notice how the others were shocked by how the two mares were getting long. Twilight shook her head hearing the question. “Well, that’s simple! The energy used in those battle systems is like rare magic energy, so their world is full of what’s needed to link with ours.” She looked around as the small group just looked at the lavender alicorn mare. “What? I researched it in depth when even Discord was at a loss for understanding.” “If I see one of Team Try Fighters in here I’m going to freak.” Excalibur stated flatly at Twilight. Turning back to Fantasy Dream she pulled out the coins to pay for the models. “Thanks for helping me get started, Dream.” “Think nothing of it, Cali. Anything for a fellow Gundam fan.” Dream said turning to the others grinning. “How may I help you ladies?” Spitfire, Rainbow, Applejack, and Twilight got what they either needed, or something that seemed interesting. Turned out Fantasy really is good with helping others find the right hobby. Heck she even gave Dash some tips for the game night Spitfire asked her to join with the Wonderbolts. AJ got a few models herself to build with Applebloom, and Twilight finally found something that was outside her zone that was fun. Excalibur was looking forward to a few card duels wither later. “I think she’ll fit in just fine with a little more help from some friends.” Dream said looking at the small group of humans Discord had with him. “I’d ask how he talked you all into coming here, but I know better. Welcome to ‘Dream’s Hobby Shop’ Team Try Fighters and friends.”