"Princess Iris Crystal is really back from the dead. Some of us were having hard time to believe it while others including Shadow Dragon, Celestia and Lord Azure were overjoy of her. For me, I'm just happy that Iris is alive and Shadow Dragon's happy, nothing more. And of course, I tried to not get so emotionally jealous. After all, she was his wife, and I just want to be her friend.
My friends and I made the final preparation for Festival of Friendship, and also show Iris of what we can do with the Magic of Friendship.
And just before we could start the festival, we're having another unexpected guest again. And this time, it's not friendly. They're here for one objective to retrieve. That will put us to begin our new journey..."
Nezha and Death Tactic were walking across on the walls of Canterlot City. While they were checking and inspecting on castle's defense and arsenals, they were chatting and discussing, regarding the future for Mystic Realm. Suddenly, sensing someone was contacting them, Nezha and Death Tactic to respond it via Mental Link.
"This is Grand Admiral Death Tactic," Death Tactic answered firmly and calmly, "Report."
"Sir, this is Lieutenant Quack! Our scanner detected incoming storm clouds heading to our location," Mystic Soldier reported in concern.
While looking at the storm clouds, Nezha sighed in annoyance, "Yes, idiot. I can see it. It's not a threat to our defense."
"There's more, sir!" Mystic Soldier exclaimed in concern, "We're detecting a ship within the storm clouds! And it's coming here!"
"Ally or Enemy?" Death Tactic asked firmly.
"Unknown, sir! Should I sent the fighters to deal with them?" Mystic Soldier said,
"No," Death Tactic said firmly, "Escort the unknown ship to the our landing ground. Ready the Ares's Shield Gate defense protocol, should it has some reinforcement from its rear."
"Yes, sir! Lieutenant Quack out!" Mystic Soldier reported firmly before deactivating his com-link.
Death Tactic turned and looked at Nezha and said, "They're coming, sir."
"Prepare the ground unit," Nezha said firmly, "If anything goes wrong, protecting the Emperor is our top priority, nothing else matters, understand that, Grand Admiral?"
Death Tactic nodded firmly, "As you command." While he and Nezha were walking back to Canterlot City, he then contacted the rest of his Ultimate Mystic Warriors, "This is Grand Admiral Death Tactic, all forces, set up your defense! We're about o have company!"
As responded to the Grand Admiral, Mystic-Equestria Soldiers armed and readied their blasters and arsenals. They aimed their weapons on the sky while keeping their eyes out for anything. The storm cloud was heading towards Canterlot City's platform.
At the Canterlot City's platform, the ponies including Mane Six and their friends were witnessing the storm cloud's approaching to the city. Its demonic eyes of blue revealed as if it's emerging out from it. As it did, it revealed itself to be an armored military magenta-colored airship.
While the airship was maintaining its direction to destination, two Falcon Jets and two Stingray Bombers followed them and guiding it to the landing ground. The ponies and creatures including the children were scared and worried of what's coming to them.
"Ooh! I bet those are the clowns I ordered!" Pinkie cheered happily.
"Really?" Laxtinct asked in confusion as he looked at the airship, "That doesn't look like clown's friendly airship transport."
"Is she serious?" Iris asked in shock and concern.
Rainbow sighed, "Just ignore her. She tends to do that all the time. She's never get serious."
While looking at the airship approaching toward the area, Saber hissed, "I've got a bad feeling about this..."
The mysterious military airship has arrived its destination, making four flying fighters to dismiss and leave their escort aside. It began to descend and land on the platform.
And at the same time, Mystic-Equestris Soldiers have arrived to the area as well. They ordered and moved all civilians back. Most of soldiers formed a perimeter of Line Formations, and each has 20 of them. First row are shielded warriors with spears and pikes. Second and third row are rile soldiers. Fourth and fifth are archers. And the last rows are Scout Walkers. Nezha and the rest of his Ultimate Warriors have arrived and stood behind their soldiers. They all aimed at the military airship, which slowly descending while breaking most of pillars down.
Pinkie gulped in fear, "Or definitely not the clowns I ordered."
"You think?!" Terrorcreep asked in annoyance.
The military airship opened and lowered its ramp to the ground hard. The ponies looked worry and scared. Royal Sisters and even Mystic Council also found out about the latest report as they emerged out from the balcony. They watched and looked up while wandering who is the pony or creature coming down from it, and also what is he here for.
As expected, the ponies and creatures found a small creature was carrying a large box that has twin cyan colored demonic eyes while climbing down the ramp. After climbing down the ramp, the creature put the box down. It began to transform into a loudspeaker-like old record player. The creature revealed himself to be a familiar hedgehog with gray and white colored spikes.
Spike gasped, "You again?!"
"You're that hedgehog, who sabotaged the power at Jurassic Land!" Nyx snapped angrily.
Mane Six and Shadow Dragon looked angry while glaring at nervous and worried Grubber. Lance snarled, "You've got a lot of nerve for showing up here!"
"What's going on?" Iris asked in concern.
"Long story, Iris..." Twilight said firmly, "What do you think what that hedgehog wants?"
"No idea. It can't be good..." Shadow Dragon said in concern.
"Geez! I was hoping that nopony remember me!" Grubber muttered to himself. He cleared his throat before spoke through the microphone, "Ponies and Creatures of Equestria and Mystic Realm, we come on behalf of the fearsome, the powerful, the almighty-" The banner unfurled from the the military airship, revealing the picture of Storm King, "-Storm King!"
Ponies and creatures cowered and whispered of what they just saw. Some of them were scared about him while most including Mystic Ponies were skeptical and annoyed by Storm King's appearance and prowess.
"He works for Storm King?" Fluttershy asked in concern.
Saber sighed, "Say the sign of his shirt, no doubt."
"Wait, that's the Storm King?" Laxtinct asked in shock and surprise.
Icy hummed in concern, "He kinda looks like a monkey."
"Satyr actually," Shorty corrected. He continued, "I know Storm King and his previous generations are crazy and obsess for conquering and ruling the world. I'd never thought that he'd be stupid enough to come and attack us when it's heavily guarded by Mystic Ponies."
Spike nodded in concern, "Yeah. I can tell by that."
"Remember what Jason said about Storm King being a stupid lunatic and all almighty idiot?" Twilight asked in concern, "I never knew he looked like that."
"Perhaps. Perhaps not," Terrorcreep said suspiciously. His friends looked at him. He continued, "Be weary of the surroundings. He could have set the ambush or traps for us..."
"Oh! I don't like this..." Fluttershy said in concern.
"How?" Starlight asked in concern.
Sunset hissed, "I think we just have to see how it goes."
Shadow Dragon, Applejack and Shining Armor moved to the front of Twilight, Iris and Princess Cadance and her carrying Flurry Heart for safe and protection. They soon joined by the rest of their friends including Team Fighters, Shining Armor, Starlight, Sunset, Flash and Sunburst. They all readied themselves for the next fight.
"And now, to deliver the evil, evil message," Grubber continued his announcement, "Put your hooves together for Commander Tempeeeest!"
As cued, the mysterious shadowy figure slowly emerged from the airship's. She revealed herself to be another familiar pony worn a black crystallized armor with cloak and hood they haven't encounter since Jurassic Land. The very same mare possessed a dark magenta Mohawk-style mane and an aqua-colored right eye with a scar over it, a blinded left eye and two scars on the left cheek. But the strangest feature about this unicorn was her broken horn and it's top part is missing. Mane Six, Shadow Dragon and the children gasped in shock.
"Tempest Shadow?" Twilight asked in shock and concern, "She worked for Storm King too?!"
"I think so," Spike said in concern, "but what happened to her horn?"
"Must be the scar from the Third Mystic War," Shadow Dragon said in concern. He summoned his Darkness Blade wile looking at Blazefist, "Blazefist, we'd better prepare. I don't think she's alone."
Blazefist nodded. Mane Six and their allies summoned and armed with their weapons, suspecting Tempest Shadow isn't alone to come to Canterlot City.
Suddenly, Royal Sisters and Mystic Council teleported themselves from the Canterlot Castle's balcony to the ground. Mystic Council summoned and armed with their weapons for protection of both Jade Emperor and his nieces. They're now behind their soldiers. The Ultimate Mystic Warriors greeted them warmly and humbly.
"'Tempest', is it?" Princess Celestia demanded firmly and calmly, "How may we help you?"
"Oh, I'm so glad you asked. How about we start with your complete and total surrender?" Tempest demanded calmly yet amusingly.
Most of ponies and creatures chatted in shock and concern of what Tempest has demanded. Royal Sisters and even Mystic Council remained firm and vigilant of the commander's words.
Nezha chuckled a bit, "Fool! You dare demand us to surrender?! Don't you know who we are?!"
"For once, I have to agreed with Nezha." Tao said calmly and firmly, "I don't believe you know what you're doing."
"Perhaps, or perhaps not," Azure Phoenix said calmly yet suspiciously, "A proper question is do you truly come to threaten us or fight us to surrender to your false king?"
Tempest smirked calmly, "You have no idea, Emperor of Northern Ma."
"That's absurd!" Nezha said firmly. He turned and glared at Azure Phoenix, "What makes you think that Storm Kingdom have the means to overcome us? They're nothing but barbaric and brainless creatures for us to fight."
Azure Phoenix sighed, "Grand General, in my experience of war, we must never underestimate the enemies despite we have fought them for a long time. I believe this could be different."
Tao hummed in fear, "Azure has make a point. Be high alert."
Nezha scoffed, "Fine. I already alert the army. I'd say it's nothing gonna change the battefield."
Twilight was about to move out, but halted by both her friends and family, who looked worry and uneasy while shaking their heads and pleading her not to do it. The Princess of Friendship sighed while rolled her eyes in annoyance as she pushed them aside while moving to the front, standing besides Azure Phoenix.
"Hi there. Princess of Friendship." Twilight greeted gently yet uneasily, "Not exactly sure what's going on, but I know we can talk things out."
"Oh, goody. The Princess of Friendship finally show her face. That means her boyfriend is here as well," Tempest said calmly. She began walking down the ramp while speaking, "Here's the deal, ladies. I need your magic. Your Elements of Light and Darkness. Give it up nicely, please, or we make it difficult for everyone!"
Her demands shocked the world, making ponies and creatures muttered and whispered in concern about it. Mane Six and their friends looked worry about it as they knew what Tempest meant. She wanted both Twilight and Shadow Dragon since they both possessed both Elemental Elements of Light and Darkness.
"Over our dead bodies!" Shadow Dragon snapped as he came over while moving his girlfriend back.
She and the rest of her friends joined and form perimeter around Twilight, Applejack spoke, "You're not taking Twilight from us!"
"We'll fight you if we have to!" Lance said firmly.
Nyx nodded, "Trust us. We won't go down easily."
"The young ones spoke the truth," Princess Luna agreed, "Why should we cower before you especially surrendering our friends to you? There's one of you and hundreds of us including creatures and Mystic Ponies from other realms."
"Perhaps, you should surrender, Tempest," Nezha said firmly, "If you do attack us, we will make things difficult for you. All units, load your weapons!"
As commanded, Mystic-Equestria Soldiers armed and readied their weapons. The rifle soldiers aimed their blasters at Tempest's body. This make Grubber yelped in fear and scared. And at the same time, Death Tactic used his Mental Link to contact.
Tempest chuckled amusingly, "I was hoping you'd choose 'difficult'." She hit on her lowered chin, which slowly formed a black breathing demonic mask with cyan goggles and a nose cannon-like on her horn. As he cyan colored goggled flickered brightly, She exclaimed, "ENGAGE!"
Suddenly, a group of 10 large grayish furred humanoid creatures worn black crystallized armors and demonic masks while wielding both spears and shields emerged out from the military airship.
"Not these guys again?!" Lance exclaimed in concern.
"Just what we need, more monsters!" Spike exclaimed in fear.
And just before they could do anything, Nezha signaled the Mystic-Equestria Soldiers to fired their blasters, arrows and even using Scout Walkers to fire at them, wounding and killing them at once. All of them groaned and moaned painfully.
Grubber yelped in concern, "Not good!"
Death Tactic sighed, "You've made a mistake, Commander Tempest. Arrest them both for treason against us and our alliance!"
Mystic-Equestria Soldiers quickly loaded up their weapons before readied to attack again. And at the same time, they slowly and cautiously approached to both Tempest and Grubber. To their concerns and suspicious, they found the commander smirked amusingly and proudly.
"This is just the beginning, ladies and gentlecolts," Tempest said calmly.
Mystic Council and Royal Sisters looked suspicious yet concern and uneasy of Tempest's answer. They heard some booming noise. They looked up and found more Storm King's airships hovering and flying towards the location. But they're not alone because they were accompanied by Dark Mystic Force, consisting of seven large demonically armored and high-classed Dark Devastator Cruisers, five lighter armored spaceships Shredder Light Cruisers and five heavy and strong armored demonically ships Armored Assault Cruisers.
Royal Sisters, Mystic Council, and even Mane Six and their friends gasped in shock and worried of what they just saw. The ponies and creatures gasped and screamed in shock of what they just saw. They became worried and scared that the capital city is about to get invaded while they're all about to get killed too.
Jade Emperor shown his firm and determined looks, "They shall not pass! Nezha!"
Nezha nodded as he used his Mental Link, "All Units, prepare for battle!"
As the command has been given, the army of Mystic-Equestria Soldiers armed and loaded their traditional weapons and blasters, as well as their arsenals. They all headed to walls and platforms, where they readied to fire under the Grand General's command.
Looking at the Ares's Shield Gate, Death Tactic used his Mental Link to contact it, "This is Grand Admiral Death Tactic! Activate the Barrier now!" However, he received no response. He snarled angrily and demanded, "Lieutenant Quack, do you copy?! Activate the Barrier now! That's an order!"
"What is going on?!" Nezha demanded angrily.
"They're not responding..." Death Tactic said in concern as he received no response from his soldiers. He gasped in shock, with his widened eyes, "Ares's Shield Gate Station has been compromised!"
"Your order has been denied, Grand Admiral," Rippersnapper said firmly and amusingly.
Inside the Ares's Shield Gate station, most of the Mystic Soldiers and even their officer - Lieutenant Quake were all killed. He, Snarl and the Demon Changelings were there as well. Snarl and his engineering units sat down and operated the station's console while the soldiers were patrolling the station. The Zmena Dravoc Commander turned and looked at the window, where both Dark Mystic and Storm King's Forces were hovering and approaching to Canterlot City.
Rippersnapper contacted his allies, "This is Rippersnapper. We have succeeded infiltrated and taken control of station! You are clear to begin the invasion!"
"You have done well, Rippersnapper," Dark Curse's voice spoke calmly through his Mental Link, "You have proven that your kind are indeed perfect infiltrators and spies."
Among the Dark Mystic Cruisers, one of them was a large and demonically dark golden colored command ship with pure silver lines, strong aluminium armor and heavy artillery, served as the main flagship. It was also where Dark Curse resides and command his army and Storm King's for invasion.
Within Dark Devastator Command Cruiser's command bridge, it was filled with pilots, engineers and technicians working and piloting the command ship. On left side was filled with Shadow Technicians; a group of half-machine & half ghoul-classed ponies worn blue suits, working with computers and piloting the ship. One right side was filled with Monk Ghouls; a group of demon-classed dark and evil pony monks worn black and yellow colored monk robes, were powering up and energizing the command ship's power source and arsenals.
At the command ship's front viewed window Dark Curse was witnessing and overseeing the invasion progress. He was accompanied by his six loyal and powerful Demon Generals. He was pleased that his spies has taken over the Ares's Shield Gate and some of his forces were hidden inside the enemy's festival, awaiting for his order to begin invasion.
"My Lord, shall we begin?" Crimson Skull asked calmly.
Kishin nodded firmly, "They're all in positions now. All goes according to your plan. They're awaiting your command."
Dark Curse nodded firmly, "You may began invasion, Crimson Skull and Kishin Akuma. Send word to Maul. He can launch the ambush from within now."
"LORD!" Kishin and Crimson Skull nodded firmly.
Order has been given. Dark Mystic Cruisers and Storm King's Airships have now begun their invasion at Canterlot City. Armored Assault Carriers and the army of an armored and dark spaceship carrier-like Shadow Strike Gunships have launched out and descended to the ground. They then lowered their ramps, allowing both soldiers and their arsenals to emerge and began the invasion. Even Storm Guards were there as well.
Ground Assault units marched and headed towards the Canterlot City as they began the invasion. An army of armored yet powerful metallic tanks with caterpillar track wheels Neutron Death Tanks with twin strong cannons, giant armored mechanical mammoths-like walking tanks Mammoth Destroyers and armored eight-wheeled missile tanks Missile Assault Hound Cannon (MAHC) Tanks began firing their heavy artillery at the enemy walls and defense arsenals. They were also assisted by some armored mechanical spiders-like walkers Spider Recon Walkers and soldiers riding advanced futuristic motorcycle with zero gravity ability - Raptor Wheels.
Dark Devastator Cruisers and Shredder Light Cruisers have launched their the army of flying fighters - speeding flying jets-like Stinger Jets, an armored demonic beetles-like jet with missiles Armored Beetle Strikes and a large demonic armored helicopter-like jet with heavy artillery Bonecrusher Bombers. They all flew down while firing their blasters and missiles at Canterlot City, engaging with Mystic Cruisers and Fighters, and also assisting the ground assault.
Canterlot City was invaded and assaulted from its six directions, leading by six Demon Generals, who personally lead their own army and arsenals to attack the enemy.
Witnessing the enemy launching a full-scale invasion on Canterlot City, both ponies and creatures became worried and scared about it.
Greenrob gulped in fear, "We're gonna die!"
CF22 screamed like a girl, "MAKE LIKE FLAMINGOS AND RUN!"
They all screamed in fear as they panicked and ran for their lives at once. Both Mystic Council and the leaders across the Equestria did their best to comfort the citizens from being scared. Tempest smirked firmly and calmly as she whistled out loud, summoning more of her Storm Guards to come out and ready to attack the ponies.
Jade Emperor remained firm and calm during the chaos as he magically summoned his weapon - a large golden decorative magical staff with a large sword that has Yin-Yang symbol and Five Elemental Orbs in it. He slammed it on the ground as his weapon has unleashed a powerful five elemental blasts. His Earth Stampede Quake and Wooden Vines has been summoned and spread to halt and repel the invasion from both ground and air. He has fired Metallic Fire Surge Bullets in hitting and wounding some of Storm Guards. He fired Water Cannon in pushing both Tempest and Grubber on their military airship, as well as pushing most of enemy ships aside.
"SILENT!" Jade Emperor, using his Royal Canterlot Voice, shouted out loud. This has halted both ponies and creatures from shouting and panicking. He continued, "Soldiers and Creatures from Equestria and Mystic Realm, rally to me! Fight and repel the invasion! Mystic Council, assist and helped the army to repel the invasion, as well as defend the citizens! Leaders across the Equestria Realm, abandon the city! Evacuate your people and return to home now! And someone get Black Alpha and his Knights now!"
Everyone was in shock and surprised by Jade Emperor's order especially evacuate the city. They didn't expect him to be firm and calm during the chaos.
"That's an order! NOW! GO!" Jade Emperor said firmly.
The leaders of Equestria and Mystic Realm nodded and exclaimed in agreement. They all moved out to lead the army to halt and repel the invasion. And at the same time, they have to helped evacuate their own people and returned home safely. Nezha and his Ultimate Warriors remained behind to defend Jade Emperor and his nieces from danger.
The leaders and officers have suspected that defending Canterlot City and repelling the invasion are not the Jade Emperor's objective, but buying more time for them to return home safely, where they can defend their homes and also prepare the army to assist their allies. They have to do it swift and fast.
While the leaders were busy leading the army and also helping evacuate their people to escape Canterlot City, some of 'odd' ponies have smirked darkly and sinisterly. They quickly moved and headed to some stalls. They then transformed into regular Demon Changelings. Maul was one of them.
"Alright, boys. Let's make some noise!" Maul ordered wildly.
"YEAH!" Demon Changelings screeched and cheered wildly and happily.
On the outskirt of Canterlot City, the battle between Mystic-Equestria and Dark Mystic-Storm King's Armies became fierce by ground, air and even river. Mystic-Equestria Alliance have given everything they've got to hold and repel the enemy invasion, with the help of turrets, arsenals and flying ships. They have to buy more time for the leaders to evacuate and lead their people to home safely via hidden passages and hidden transports.
However, Dark Mystic-Storm King's Forces have poured in more of their soldiers and arsenals in laying siege and breaching in the Canterlot City's Walls. Demon Generals and their personal armies were fierce and determined to bring down the capital city for victory and defeating their enemies.
While Mystic-Equestria Alliance was busy holding the enemy lines, they didn't expect Maul and his Demon Changelings to sneak stealthily and quietly behind them. The Demon Changelings ambushed and killed the soldiers one-by-one including sabotaging and destroying most of turrets and arsenals. This has allowed Dark Mystic-Storm King Army easily invade and breech the city, and also begin to defeat and slaughter both soldiers and innocents they come across.
Tempest grunted in pain as she and Grubber recovered and regained their conscience from the Jade Emperor's attack. As they both slowly getting up, they found Jade Emperor and his nieces were protecting and saving their allies and citizens. Nezha and his five Ultimate Mystic Warriors were busy fighting off and repelling enemy invaders.
Tempest even spotted Twilight and Shadow Dragon were there, helping and getting their friends and families to safety. Mane Six, Dragon Strike Force, Freedom Fighters and their allies and friends were helping them out.
If she wanted to accomplish her mission, she needed to make Twilight and Shadow Dragon stay still for her to weaken and capture them alive. Tempest quickly jumped up high. She took out an Obsidian Orb from her pocket. She then kicked it straight at Jade Emperor.
Spotted an Obsidian Orb heading towards him and his family, Jade Emperor quickly turned and summoned his Force-Field Barrier to halt and repel the orb's impact. For a moment has passed, the orb broke through and hit a powerful impact on the Jade Emperor's chest, causing him to scream in pain. Everyone including his nieces and grandson to gasp in shock and concern.
"UNCLE/GRANDFATHER!" Royal Sisters and Nezha shouted in concern.
As Tempest landed on the ground, she found more Mystic-Equestria Soldiers charged and attacked her. She retaliated and fought back fiercely and determinedly.
Unlike any creatures being turned into stone; Jade Emperor felt dizzy, weakened and sick especially feeling his powers have been siphoned. He even coughed and spilled some blood out. He fell on the ground hard as he has lost his conscience. Princess Celestia, Princess Luna, Nezha, Twilight, Shadow Dragon and Iris approached and checked on the emperor's condition. Death Tactic checked on his body's vital.
"Oh no..." Death Tactic said in concern as he turned and looked at his allies, "He's been poisoned!"
"WHAT?!" Everyone asked in shock.
"It can't be! Obsidian Orb supposed to turn creatures into stone!" Twilight said in concern.
"Not to Mystic Ponies. They're poison because it possessed the power of Dark Stones and Dark Magic," Death Tactic said dryly, "The Emperor need the medical attention now! We must get him to safety now!"
"Sir, we're receiving the report from Black Alpha and Susano!" Sushi exclaimed in concern while looking at her communicator device. Everyone turned and looked at her. She continued, "Mystic Realm is under attacked! They're being invaded by Dark Mystic Ponies!"
"Impossible!" Nezha exclaimed in shock. He grunted in anger, "Damn it! They anticipated our moves! How could this has happen?!"
"Sir, what are we going to do?!" Ripper asked in concern.
Nezha hissed in frustration, "I don't know... I don't want to let my grandfather down for not defending both Mystic and Equestria Realms. What can I do?"
"Good question..." Shadow Dragon said in concern.
Iris hissed in concern, "This isn't good..."
"I know. We've gotta do something!" Twilight said in fear.
Princess Celestia looked worry and scared as she too wander of what she can do. However, through her experience and leadership being Ruler of Equestria, she knows what she must do to help protect and save her home, her citizens and her family. She has to make the difficult choice that would save her home, her uncle and his Mystic Realm.
"Nezha, get your grandfather and all your forces back to Mystic Realm! You're taking his place now. They need you to lead and protect your home!" Princess Celestia said firmly, shocking and surprising everyone. She continued, "Luna and I will continued evacuating the city to safe home."
"Are you sure?" Nezha asked in concern.
"The city is lost. But we can still defend and save our ponies and creatures while escorting them back home safely!" Princess Celestia said firmly, "Then, we will regroup and gather our forces to defend the base and also fight back the enemies. We will drive them off."
"That sounds like the plan, mother," Iris said calmly.
Twilight nodded, "Yeah. It might be our only chance!"
"Alright. Let's do this. We're running out of time!" Nezha nodded firmly. He turned and looked at Princess Celestia, "Take care, Aunt Celestia."
Princess Celestia nodded, "You too, Nezha. You're now the next Mystic Emperor to lead Mystic Realm."
"Yeah. Never thought that I'd become the Mystic Emperor so soon," Nezha remarked sarcastically yet calmly. He turned and looked at Death Tactic, "Old friend, initiate Protocol 13!"
Death Tactic nodded firmly as he used his communication device, "This is Grand Admiral Death Tactic! All Mystic Units, fall back to Mystic Realm now! Mystic Realm is under attacked! Jade Emperor is wounded! Protocol 13 has been initiated! I repeat Protocol 13 has been initiated!"
After his announcement has been made, most of Mystic Ponies have abandoned their posts and battle as they all began to escape and retreat to Mystic Realm. And at the same time, they helped carrying and leading the wounded soldiers to safety. They also helped and guide Equestria Ponies and other creatures to escape Canterlot City before they escaped as well.
Some of them used Mystic Portal while others gotten into Black Hawk Gunships and Mystic Cruisers to warped themselves safely to Mystic Realm. However, some soldiers and citizens got shot and killed, and even their flying transports got damaged and destroyed during their escape. Nevertheless, most of Mystic Ponies have managed to escape and retreat home safely.
After making the announcement and watching his kind made their escape, Death Tactic turned to Nezha, whom he nodded in confirmation that Mystic Ponies have begun evacuating and retreating to Mystic Realm. Nezha nodded firmly before turned to Soki and Silverclaw as he gestured them to Jade Emperor. Two Ultimate Mystic Warriors nodded firmly as they quickly helped carrying the Mystic Emperor on their back.
And at the same time, a demonic shark-like designs of grayish Black Hawk Gunship has arrived and landed on the ground. The gunship was piloted by Starkiller. Soki and Silverclaw quickly moved the Mystic Emperor safely inside while they were covered by both Ripper and Sushi. Nezha and Death Tactic defeated and killed some of enemy troops before making inside the gunship.
As gunship was powering up and readied to fly, Nezha and his allies turned to Princess Celestia and her family. They gave a firm salute to them. They did the same thing to Ultimate Mystic Warriors. Ultimate Black Hawk Gunship took off before warped itself back to Mystic Realm.
Tempest has defeated Mystic-Equestria Soldiers. She turned her attention to Twilight and her allies. She charged in while readying with the Obsidian Orb.
Princess Celestia turned to Princess Luna, "Luna, quick! Go south beyond the Badlands!" Her younger sister nodded firmly. Twilight, Shadow Dragon and Iris were there to hear it while fighting off enemy troops. Unknowingly Tempest kicking an Obsidian Orb at her back, she continued, "Seek help from the Queen of the Hippo—"
BOOM! SCREAM! Princess Celestia got hit while turned into an Obsidian Statue, shocking the rest of her family and friends.
Princess Luna gasped in concern and shock. She then found more of Dark Mystic Soldiers and Storm Guards charged in to attack and capture her. She teleported to midair, where she began flapping her wings and escape. Unfortunately for her, she got hit by Tempest's Obsidian Orb. She immediately turned into statue. She dropped straight to live-performance stage, where she was about to smash into pieces.
Luckily, both Twilight and Iris quickly saved Princess Luna be levitating her statue form, though it was very heavy for them.
Seeing her chance, Tempest jumped up high again as she kicked another Obsidian Orb at two last princesses. Spotted it coming towards them, both Twilight and Iris gasped in shock and concern as they realized they can't escape it while putting Princess Luna's statue down on the stage. Unknown to the princesses, they got pushed aside by someone else before she got hit by Obsidian Orb. Twilight lost her crown, dropping and rolling towards Tempest.
Twilight and Iris got recovered by the push. Shadow Dragon approached them both while checking if they're alright or not. They turned and looked at the pony, who rescued them. They gasped in shock as they found Derpy grunted in pain as her body slowly turned into statue.
"Derpy!" Twilight exclaimed in concern, "No!"
Feeling her body is turning into a statue, Derpy grunted in pain, "RUN! Help us, Princess Twilight and Princess Iris! You two are our only hope!"
Derpy has been turned into a complete statue. Twilight was shocked and traumatized to see her fellow Ponyville Town Pony turned into a statue. She cried a little bit. And not to mention, she was the mother to Nyx's friend - Dinky Doo. Shadow Dragon and Iris grabbed and got her to stand up now.
"We have to go now!" Shadow Dragon exclaimed firmly yet sadly, "There's nothing you can do!"
Iris nodded in agreement, "He's right. Right now, we have the mission to do."
Knowing what Shadow Dragon and Iris were talking, Twilight shook her head hard while wiping her tears off. She nodded firmly as she and her friends turned and regrouped with the rest of their friends and family.
Tempest and Grubber approached to the statue, which was covered by gas. Unknowingly they got the wrong princesses, they both smirked proudly and happily.
Tempest chuckled, "Easy as pie."
"Oh, I love pie." Grubber said happily while thinking about pie. Tempest glared at him. He cleared his throat, "Oh, you totally got the last Princesses! And then, we get the spiky pony!"
As soon as the gas dispersed, they found Derpy statue stood before them. Her horn sparked in electrical energy, she snarled, "That's not Princess Twilight!" She turned and glared at her hedgehog minion, "Grubber, get her and her boyfriend now!"
Grubber yelped in concern and fear. He turned and ran off at once, "Guys, we gotta get the Princess and her boyfriend!"
Frustrated and angered that she didn't get both Twilight and Shadow Dragon, Tempest slammed her hooves on the Princess of Friendship's crown to pieces. After venting out her anger, she took a deep breath as she took out her dark yellowish Summoner Gem.
"Now, my mightiest beast, it's your turn to hunt them down!" Tempest snapped firmly. She threw it out high while shouted, "Come forth, Chaos Slayer!"
POPPED! Summoner Gem has released the mightiest yet scarred Tyranno Chaos before her. He growled a bit before let out his loud roar.
Shining Armor and his family; accompanied by Flash, Sunburst and 10 Crystal Guards, were running away from Storm Guards into a deep alley. Upon arriving at the T-Junction, they found something shocking. They quickly ducked down while Storm Guards appeared behind them. The humanoid furred creatures got blasted and shot. The Crystal Royalty got up and met up with General Rexstrike, Sergeant Fenix and some of thousands Royal Guards.
"Rexstrike, thanks for saving us!" Shining Armor thanked General Rexstrike.
Rexstrike nodded firmly, "Just doing my job. We're not out of woods yet!"
Shining Armor nodded firmly as he led his family and remaining units at once. Upon arriving to their destination, they found Mane Five and their allies were fighting off most of Dark Mystic Ponies and Storm Guards.
Using both their weapons and Elemental Elements of Harmony, Mane Five and Dragon Strike Force fought and defeated most of Dark Mystic Ponies. Starlight, Sunset, Team Fighters and Shadow Six helped and covered the rest of their family, friends, ponies and other creatures to escape through hidden passages while fighting the enemies off. They have defeated most of the enemies now. The area is clear for now.
"Everyone alright?" Shining Armor asked. His allies nodded and chatted in agreement. He sighed in relief. He then noticed someone missing. He asked, "Where's Twiley?!"
"Over here!" Twilight shouted as she, Shadow Dragon and Iris have arrived at the destination. She hugged her family happily that they're alive. She then hugged Shining Armor, "I'm so glad that you're alright!"
Departing from hugging his sister, Shining Armor sighed, "Me too, Twiley! Now, let's get out of here while we're still can!"
"I'm afraid I can't go with you," Twilight said in concern, shocking her friends and family. She continued, "I have the mission to complete."
"What? Why?!" Princess Cadance asked in concern.
"I know what Twilight was doing!" Rainbow said firmly, "We gotta go back there and fight!"
Fluttershy gasped, "Have you lost your mind?!"
"Not a great idea, darling!" Rarity exclaimed in concern.
"We can't go back!" Aqua protested firmly, "We're outnumbered and outmatched!"
Blazefist nodded firmly, "She's right. All Mystic Ponies have responded to Protocol 13! They have to return home to defend it and Jade Emperor now. Until the threat of Mystic Realm is over, they can't help us now!"
"And not to mention, all Leaders across Equestria are returning home now!" Saber said firmly.
"After what happen now, they have to defend their homes and citizens from the invasion. And not to mention," Shorty added in concern. He then looked at his communicator device, which shown and heard buzzing and static noise. He hissed angrily, "The enemy are jamming our communication now! We got cut off!"
"Meaning?" Laxtinct said in concern.
Shorty sighed, "We won't get any reinforcement from our allies. Enemy ships have formed blockade on their nations. We're on our own."
"Damn it! We can't do nothing!" Rainbow exclaimed in frustration.
"We just got our cupcakes handed to us by the worst party crasher ever!" Pinkie exclaimed in concern.
Spike nodded fearfully, "You saw the size of those goons and also how many of those Dark Mystic Ponies. You seriously wanna go back?"
"You really wanna get us killed or something?!" Terrorcreep demanded angrily while holding Fluttershy close to him. Rainbow remained silent while looking down. He scoffed, "That's what I thought..."
"Then, what are we gonna do?" Tailtech asked.
"We can't hide here forever." Applejack said in concern, "And let's be honest, we can't go back. Look at what they did to the Mystic Emperor and Princesses. We gotta keep them from Twilight and Shadow Dragon."
"Returning and Defending Ponyville Town is our only option!" Icy said in concern.
"Not exactly," Twilight disagreed. Everyone looked at her. She continued, "Celestia told Luna to find the Queen of the... 'Hippos'. Luna can't, so I have to."
Everyone sans Shadow Dragon and Iris was in shock and surprised by Twilight's answer. They didn't expect that.
"Hippos?! Are you kidding me?" Lance asked in concern.
"I'm not sure they really help us much, mummy," Nyx said in fear,
"Definitely doom..." Laxtinct said in concern before dropped on the floor hard.
"Not Hippos..." Blazefist disagreed. He then gritted his teeth angrily, "Hippogriffs... That's what Princess Celestia was referring to."
Everyone gasped in shock and concern of what he has said. Indigo asked, "The same creatures that murdered my brother - Ruby from the early A.E., dad?"
"Yeah. The same ones," Blazefist said firmly. He sighed, "Are you sure that they're the ones we need for reinforcement?"
Shadow Dragon shrugged, "We don't have much choice."
Iris nodded, "The Hippogriffs are the only creatures we can get for reinforcement."
Blazefist was unconvinced and uncertain of it, "I still don't like it."
Aqua sighed as she held her husband's chest, "Listen to me, Blazefist. I know you're angry and upset about working with them especially what happen to Ruby. But if we don't get more help sooner or later, we won't able to help others." She held Indigo and Laxtinct close to her, "Do it for our family. Do it for your son."
Blazefist was in shock and surprised by his wife's words. He hissed as he gave some thoughts about it. He sighed in defeat, "Fine. We'll do it. But if they tried to kill us, I'm gonna burn them in hell for good."
"Oh great..." Laxtinct said in annoyance, "The Scourge of Hippogriff got his mojo back. Just what we need."
"Typical hothead as usual..." Saber said in annoyance, "Can't say I'm surprise."
"So, where can we find them?" Applejack asked in concern.
"They're somewhere south, past the Badlands." Twilight answered, "Mount Aris, I think."
Fluttershy gasped, "That means we'll have to... leave Equestria. Oh!
"I'm not even packed!" Rarity exclaimed in concern. Everyone turned and looked at her oddly. She looked annoyed, "What? Every girl needs some specific fashions to survive the terrains, darling."
"Honestly..." Shorty said in annoyance while facepalm.
"I understand you're scared, and nopony else has to go." Twilight said firmly and calmly, "But I have to find this queen. I have to go to the South. We need her help. She might be our only hope."
"If you're going, so am I," Shadow Dragon said firmly, surprising the group. He continued, "We have to, or die trying."
"Count on me," Iris supported, "I've been worse battle than this especially when fighting with Brutal Khan."
"We're going too!" Nyx said as she, Spike and Lance stood before their family. And just before Twilight could protest, she spoke up, "We've been on tough situation than this especially Demon Lands. We can handle it."
Lance nodded firmly, "She's right, Twi. I can look after her and Spike." He turned and looked at Flare Tiger, "Plus, we could use historian. She's here for a reason like making sure the future is in the same track."
"True," Flare Tiger said calmly before rubbed her head, "Though I get some headache to remember what kind of event and danger we're dealing with. I'll try." She turned and looked at her family. She gave them a warm hug, and even given passionate kiss to her husband, "Watch yourself and the kids, will ya?"
Comet Star nodded happily, "We will, honey. Take care, dear."
"We love you, mummy!" Flare Tiger's Children exclaimed tearfully while hugging her.
Flare Tiger sighed as she hugged her children, "You too, kids. Don't fight and compete with each other. Work together to survive. That's what you all need to do."
"We're all behind you, Twilight." Spike said proudly.
Twilight sighed in defeat, "Fine. But stick together and stay put of troubles."
"Okay!" Lance, Nyx and Spike exclaimed happily.
"You're not going alone, Twi," Applejack said firmly as she and her friends stood before Twilight. She continued, "We're in this together. We got your back. Right, everypony?"
"YEAH" Mane Five cheered happily and wildly.
"Don't forget about us, pal," Blazefist said firmly as he patted Shadow Dragon's back, "We, Dragon Strike Force, gotta stick together. Remember what Master Zhao Long said?"
Shadow Dragon nodded happily as he and his team cheered, "Unite as One!"
"So, I guess this is it?" Shining Armor asked in concern. Twilight and her friends nodded firmly. He then gave his sister a deep hug, "Stay alive, sis."
"You too, BBBFF," Twilight said tearfully. As she departed, she turned to Princess Cadance and Flurry Heart. She asked, "Can look after him and your baby?"
Princess Cadance nodded as she gave Twilight a hug, "We'll be fine. Just make sure you come back home alive, with some reinforcement." As she departed from hugging Twilight, she looked at both her sister-in-law and cousin, "And also, try not to get jealous and gone mad at each other when you have the moments with Shadow Dragon. Work together to survive."
Shadow Dragon groaned a bit, "Terrific. Other than saving the world, got a wife and girlfriend to worry about."
Iris scoffed, "We'll be fine, Cadance."
Twilight giggled a bit, "Dully noted." She turned and looked at Starlight and Sunset, "You two, keep Ponyville Town safe. It's the only place that the ponies need to know that we're still fighting."
"You can count on us, Twilight," Starlight said firmly.
Sunset nodded, "Yeah. We've got this."
"Please, come back home safe," Shiroi said gently as she gave Lance a kiss.
Lance smiled, "I will."
"Alright, teams!" Blazefist ordered firmly, "We'd better get to Armor Strike-I now! That gunship's gonna help us out of here and head to the south! So, let's move!"
And just before Twilight could move out, she approached to Dinky as she gave the little unicorn a warm hug, confusing the filly. The princess continued, "Dinky, I'm sorry about your mother." Dinky was confused and scared. She continued, "But I will say this - she's one of the bravest pony I've met. I will find a way to save her."
Dinky cried tearfully as she gave the princess a hug, "Please save her, Princess Twilight!"
Twilight nodded firmly, "I will."
Mane Six, Dragon Strike Force and the children quickly moved out at once. They're all heading to the hanger, where flying transports including Armor Strike-I parked. Shining Armor and his allies quickly entered the hidden passages. They're all then led and guide the refugees and peasants safely to Ponyville Town while defend it now.
Mane Six, Dragon Strike Force and the children make the run for their lives now. They're heading straight to the hanger area, which was located on the Canterlot Castle's southern part. However, they have both Dark Mystic Ponies and Storm Guards to deal with. The teams worked together to overcome the odds while heading to their destination.
Shadow Dragon took the lead as he swung his Darkness Blade in cutting down Dark Mystic Ponies while firing both Darkness Spheres and Chaos Hyper Blasts in knocking Dark Mystic Brute Units. He also summoned Dragoking to help him fight off the enemies and their arsenals. Twilight and Iris provide covering fire for their lover by firing their magical powerful spells - Unicorn Bursts, Barriers, Friendship Beam Blast and Skystorm Beam in knocking the enemies off.
Nyx, in her teenage form, teamed up with her older step-brother Lance to fight off the enemies. Nyx used her Mystical Night Sword while Lance swung his Oblivion Dragoon Blade & Oathkeeper Blossom Blade in cutting the enemies off. Spike was riding Nyx's back as he fired his Dragon Flames at the enemies. Using her Time-Space Magic Spells, Flare Tiger teleport and reappear before the enemies as he clawed and fired her Temporal Blast in defeating the enemies off.
Blazefist and Saber teamed up and fired their Firestorm Phoenix and Tornado Beam Blast in knocking most of Storm Guards. Aqua, Applejack and Rainbow covered their teammates by using their weapons to fight off Dark Mystic Soldiers. Fluttershy used the power of Animal's Ruby - elephant's strength, rabbit's jump and cheetah's speed, quickly defeat the enemies off. Terrorcreep defended her by unleashing both Thunderstorm and Nightmare Raid to slaughter them for coming near to her.
Shorty and Tailtech sniped their blasters at the soldiers from the buildings and hidden areas while Rarity and Icy used their Diamond Force-Field and Walls of Ice to block the enemy shots. Pinkie and Laxtinct covered the rear by firing Party Cannon, Stone Gatling and Rockslide in knocking and destroy enemy military arsenals out.
Mane Six and their allies have arrived at southern hanger bay. They spotted Armor Strike-I was still parked. They all quickly moved and headed towards it while they still can. Suddenly, they heard some booming and stomping noise. They turned and looked back, where they found Grubber was leading Storm Guards and Dark Mystic Ponies charging and attacking them. Tempest's Tyranno Chaos was there as well. It roared angrily and wildly.
"Him..." Dragoking snarled darkly.
"Oh great! Tyranno Chaos!" Shadow Dragon exclaimed in concern. Dragoking gave a loud roar, making him to use his Summoner Gem to beam and get his Hydragoon inside. He hissed as he kept his Summoner Gem in the pocket, "Sorry, buddy. No time for another monster duel!"
"Please don't tell me it's the same one from Jurassic Land." Rainbow said in concern.
Chaos Slayer sniffed in the air as he turned and glared at Mane Six and their allies. He growled, "You..."
"Yep. It's the same one." Pinkie said fearfully.
"Get them, Chaos Slayer! Just make sure the princess and her boyfriend's alive!" Grubber ordered. Chaos Slayer roared angrily at the hedgehog. It scared him off. He groaned, "Hey, don't try to eat me, you stupid dinosaur!"
"It has a name now?!" Iris asked in surprise.
"Everyone, get inside the gunship!" Blazefist ordered firmly. He turned to Laxtinct, Shorty, Terrorcreep, Aqua and Saber, "Shorty, get the ship running! The rest of you, let's blow the joint!"
"On it!" His teammates shouted.
Blazefist, Laxtinct, Terrorcreep, Aqua and Saber remained behind. The rest of their teammates quickly moved and got into Armor Strike-I. Shorty and Tailtech got into cockpit. They both acted as pilot and co-pilot. They both powered up the gunship as it's ready to lift off.
Five warriors channeled their energies before unleashing the powers of their Elemental Elements. Saber summoned five Tornado Blast Beams while fusing with Blazefist's Firestorm Phoenix, Laxtinct's Rockslide, Terrorcreep's Thunderstorm and Aqua's Water Torpedo Shards into a powerful deadly stormy tornado. They destroyed the hanger's bridge, and even some enemy and their arsenals. It has halted the enemy advance.
After they complete their jobs, Blazefist and his team quickly moved and got inside the Armor Strike-I. The commander spoke, "Take us off, Shorty!"
Shorty nodded, "On it! Tailtech, prepare to launch!"
"Launching now!" Tailtech exclaimed firmly.
As Shorty pulled the ship's wheel up, Tailtech pushed the thruster's level in activating the ship's engine. This caused Armor Strike-I lifted off from the platform while flew off to the southern part of Equestria. Grubber and his allies stood before while watching their targets flew off.
"So, which one of you guys is goin' after them? Anyone good with flying pony ship?" Grubber asked while scratching his head. The Storm Guards growled, making him to sigh. He continued, "I would, but I just had a hearty meal, and I will think and I will side-cramp. I'm very big-boned. I think quick."
"In other words, you're failed your mission again," Maul's voice asked in annoyance. Grubber yelped as he turned and found Dark Curse and Maul stood before them. He scoffed, "Great. What's next, boss?"
Dark Curse, surprisingly yet calmly smirked, "This is merely minor setback. Everything will return to according to my plan." He turned and looked at Maul, "Summon her here now."
Maul smirked, "Got it."
After escaping Canterlot City's hidden passages, Shining Armor and his allies guide and led 50,000 ponies and 10,000 soldiers to Ponyville Town as fast as they can. And at the same time, they have to outrun from Dark Mystic Ponies and Storm Guards. Starlight, Sunset, Shadow Six and Team Fighters were covering the rear while fighting back the enemies. Cutie Mark Crusaders helped and get the ponies up and running.
Starlight used her Glimmering Magical Staff that unleashed her powerful Stardust Beam Blast. Sunset used her Blazing War Fan is cutting the enemies down swiftly. Shiroi transformed into her persona - Kasai Songbird as she fired both Hikari Shot and Obliteration Beam at them and their arsenals. Red Arsenal fired his arrows and his Cybernetic Hoof's Blasters at enemies from distance. Metalgear and his Metal Ponies fired their Metal Cannons at the enemies. Shadow Five, Steel Blaze and Drake Trio were engaging and fight off the enemies. They were also assisted by Sergeant Fenix, Corporal Dom and some Royal Guards.
Shining Armor and his company were almost to Ponyville Town's walls. And unfortunately for them, Dark Mystic Ponies and Storm Guards are close to them now. And just before they could do anything, they saw something blasting up and rained down upon enemy troops. They were in shock and surprised by the attacks.
"What was that?" Sunburst asked in shock.
"Mortar," Flash said in shock and surprise, "Didn't know Ponyville have one."
"I don't think they did. I think we're about to find out." Shining Armor disagreed. He then found Ponyville Town's door opened in two. He ordered, "Come on. Get inside now!"
Shining Armor quickly led the rest of ponies into the town's, where they found more soldiers and citizens were waiting. They quickly helped them out. Mayor Mare approached to Shining Armor and his allies.
"Prince Shining Armor! Princess Cadance! Thank goodness, you're alright!" Mayor Mare exclaimed in relief. She sighed, "After I saw what happen to Canterlto Town, I feared the worst for Princess Twilight and her friends."
"They're fine, Mayor. They're getting some help now," Shining Armor said firmly and calmly. Remembered about the mortars, he asked, "Mayor, who ordered the mortars to hit the enemy?"
"I did." A familiar voice spoke.
Everyone turned to the front, where they found a silver armored bat hunter-like Pegasus and his blue colored Vileraptor was standing. He deactivated his mask, and revealed his face before them.
"Jason Stride? You order the mortar and save us?" Shining Armor asked in surprise.
Jason nodded, "Yup. That's what I did. I even took control of Ponyville Town's defenses, making sure no enemy tried to get inside our base without the fight."
"Thank you, Jason," Princess Cadance thanked happily and calmly, "If you hadn't come, I hate to imagine of Ponyville fall into enemy's hands."
"No problem. What's next now?" Jason asked.
Looking at the Castle of Friendship as he remembered the plans he and his sister have plans; Shining Armor sighed as he shown his firm and brave face.
"Now... We defend Ponyville Town until Twilight get some help and return home." Shining Armor turned and looked at his allies, "And I need all of you to help if we want to survive. Those who wanted to fight, follow Sergeant Fenix for more training. General Rexstrike, we need to set up perimeter and arsenal on the walls. We're gonna have some company soon. Mayor, I need you to help look after the ponies. Cadance, Starlight, Sunset, Silver Bat, Flash, Sunburst, Shadow Five and Team Fighters; follow me. We need to make some plans and ready our troops for the fight. And also, watch over Flurry Heart too."
"YES, SIR!" Everyone saluted firmly.
"Alright, everyone. We've gotta hold the line or take down the enemy occupation as long as we can," Shining Armor said firmly, "And also, we cannot let them destroy the Castle of Friendship. It's the symbol of hope, and also the only way to let Twiley knows that we're standing. Is everyone ready?"
"We're ready, sir!" Everyone shouted and cheered firmly.
"For Equestria!" Shining Armor gave a battle cry while raised his hoof high, "Equestrian Rebel Army, prepare for battle!"
"For Equestria!" Everyone gave a loud battle cry and cheers.
"Equestria!" Flurry Heart cheered cutely and happily.
Shining Armor and his allies split up their groups for setting up the defense and arsenal, as well as preparing the army for their next battle.
Canterlot City is conquered. Dark Mystic Army are patrolling and guarding the city, along with Storm Guards and powerful weaponized arsenals. Dark Mystic Cruisers and Storm Ships were flying besides the Ares's Shield Gate for security measures as well. Some soldiers have captured and transported their prisoners and slaves for their usefulness and experiments while the rest like wounded and resistant ones got executed and burnt to death.
At the throne chamber's balcony, Tempest has seen everything. She turned and returned to the throne chamber, where both Princess Celestia and Princess Luna were trapped inside the glassed case with technological console, standing in the middle of chamber.
Tempest spoke dryly and darkly, "All this power wasted on parties when there are far greater uses."
Hearing the door was opened, Tempest turned and found three Storm Guards entered. Unlike typical Storm Guards, three of them have unique and different appearances. On the left side was a gigantic bodybuilder yet demonic Storm Creature with dark yellow single-eye, three pointy spikes and mandibles worn dark purple colored Storm Guard's armor, his left arm was replaced with a powerful cannon-like blaster and his right arm was a large metallic claw. The center was a scrawny yet muscular demonic grasshopper-like creature worn scary helmet reddish armor for chest and lower parts, gauntlets, knee pads and its lowered armor. And on the right side was a a bigger yet magenta colored Storm Guard worn chrome armor and helmet and has a black cape.
"General Shockwave... Colonel Deadlock... Captain Phasma..." Tempest said calmly, "Nice of you to join the party."
"I thought you despise party a lot, as much as I do. I don't enjoy celebration," Shockwave said dryly and darkly as he clenched his right claw, "Nevertheless, I have taken care of the Eastern Equestria, making sure no one resist us or sending reinforcement All thanks to my logic, brute strength and commanding of my army."
Deadlock scoffed, "Always lack of faith as usual, general." He summoned and held his magical staff on the ground, "My strong religious belief to Demon God has led us to great victory on the west! No resistance stand on the way of Great Storm King himself."
"Save your bragging, fools," Phasma said dryly and darkly, "All of us have accomplish the mission. I wonder if Commander Tempest did succeed her mission or not."
"Your argument is logical, Captain Phasma," Shockwave said calmly. He turned and looked at Tempest, "Despite you have succeeded conquering the capital city of Equestria, I do not see our latest prisoners of war. Where are they?"
"Indeed. Did you fail again?" Deadlock asked amusingly.
"This is no surprise that you didn't do well with our mission lately," Phasma remarked dryly.
"They will be here soon," Tempest said calmly and firmly. She heard the ringtone. She turned and found Storm Guards have arrived, with holding the flask of brightly yet blinking blue liquid. They were looking at her. She groaned, "Well? Answer it!"
The first Storm Guard brought the cauldron with dark blue liquid. The second one opened and poured it into the cauldron. It then burst in flames as if summoning something forth. Storm Guards yelped as they moved back. Tempest and Storm Generals bowed down before it. It shown the white creature's neck and chest, wp grumbled angrily and annoyingly.
"Where am I supposed to be looking? I never understand how this spell works." Storm King complained angrily before shouted, "Tempest!"
Tempest helped Storm King to find his direction to look at his commanding officers. Three officers laughed amusingly while remained silent to see Tempest doing their dirty work to help him find a way to communicate with them. As soon as Tempest mention 'look right', Storm King turned and looked at her face.
"Oh. There you are. And my three little favorite officers are here too - Shockwave, Deadlock and Phasma. Good," Storm King said happily and calmly. He then noticed Tempest was still wearing her battle mask. He groaned, "Tempest, can you drop the mask, will you? Hard to look at you, you know?"
Tempest sighed as she deactivated her battle mask and faced at her king. Storm King smiled, "That's better. Here's the deal. I'm in the middle of a big re-brand here. 'The Storm King' is tracking well as 'intensely intimidating' as Dark Curse and his pals, but you know what? I need to back it up. You know what I need to back it up with?"
Everyone remained silent and calm. Storm King shouted angrily with his temper, scaring most of his officers and guards, "A storm! That would be great!" He sighed calmly while smiling calmly, "You and Dark Curse promised me magic that could control the elements, and right now," He shown his magical staff with bluish diamond on its top, "I'm holding a what? A branch. A twig. Bleh!"
"Agreed. How could a twig can help our king to become powerful and immortal god," Shockwave demanded calmly.
"Obviously, you're not smarter than I thought, Shockwave," Tempest remarked sarcastically, earning Shockwave's anger and annoyance. She continued, "And it's the Staff of Sacanas, Your Excellency, and it will channel the magic of the Elemental Elements of Light and Darkness, and the rest of its kind including the Equestria's Elements of Harmony. With them, you'll soon have the power of a hundred armies."
"Does that include the match against the Mystic Ponies, and even gods themselves?" Deadlock asked amusingly.
"Indeed, it is, oh wise Deadlock," Tempest said calmly.
Storm King hummed calmly, "So that would be a yes on your locking down the Pegacornicus and her little boyfriend, or whatever you call them?"
"Give me three days. I'll have everything ready for your arrival." Tempest said firmly.
"She will never succeeded it, sir. She will fail again," Phasma said firmly, "Just like our failed previous invasion."
"Good point, Captain. Which is why I decided that you'll be working with Tempest while Shockwave and Deadlock will take care of resistance and new base. After all, she is my Second-in-Command since that traitorous Strife." Storm King said calmly, shocking his generals. He turned and glared at Tempest, "Remember, Tempest. Only I have the power to make you whole. Make this twig work, and you'll get your reward. Fail me, and your horn won't be the only thing that's broken."
Calm as always, Tempest narrowed her eyes firmly, "It won't be a problem."
"Great!" Storm King exclaimed happily. As he was speaking happily, his visual slowly fading and buzzing, and his voice was warbling like it's getting cut off, "I'm ready to power up, crash and bash, and be the biggest, baddest bugaloooooo..."
As soon as communication spell got cut off, the flames dispersed into cauldron. Tempest and her generals looked at Dark Curse, Maul and Grubber stood before them.
"Sorry, bad spell service." Grubber apologized, "You want me to call him back?"
"Dark Lord and his Second-in-Command, welcome," Tempest bowed humbly. Dark Curse and Maul bowed humbly. She turned and glared at Grubber, "Do you have the Princess and the Mystic Pony?"
"Well, uh, funny story. It kinda seems like she and he..." Grubber said uneasily and nervously, making Tempest annoyed and angry. He gulped, "They might've like, you know, got away... a little bit."
Tempest looked annoy and angry to hear the news while the rest of her colleagues sighed in annoyance and frustration about it.
"Typical hedgehog as usual," Phasma said dryly, "I'd never understand why he join us in the first place."
"For her, no doubt," Deadlock said calmly, "As long he doesn't betray our kingdom, she'll be safe."
Shockwave sighed, "And yet, he continued fail his mission a lot. He is worse as Tempest."
Tempest continued glaring at Grubber, who looked scared and worried, "O know you're disappointed, but I got one word for you-" He shown a cake before her, "'spongecake'."
Angered and fury at Grubber's failure and jokes again, Tempest fired her electrical shock at him, making him and his cake get shocked and electrified. Shockwave, Deadlock, Phasma and even Maul laughed amusingly and wildly at his stupidity. Dark Curse sighed in annoyance about it.
"Remind me why she was put as Second-in-Command, not us?" Deadlock asked in annoyance, "I thought we were his favorite generals."
Phasma sighed, "Strife. That fool have made our king more paranoid and suspicious of us. He chose outsiders than us."
"Logically, we have proven to be powerful and cunning warriors. He has the right to be suspicious," Shockwave said calmly, "Nevertheless, we will regain our positions."
"Their escape is nothing compared to how you lost those embryos back on the island!" Tempest snapped angrily in calm tone while looking away.
"It wasn't my fault! That scary lizard-frog monster thingy came outta nowhere and spit in my face!" Grubber protested in fear before eating his cake, "I tried turning it into a statue, but it didn't work!"
"Idiot. Those orbs don't work on those kind of creatures! You should've known that!" Tempest snapped in anger yet calmly.
"If we want to accomplish goal especially helping Storm King to become a powerful god as me," Dark Curse said calmly as he approached to the middle while looking down on the floor, which shown decorative butterfly-like pattern. He smirked calmly, "I required Twilight and Shadow Dragon. As long we have those two inside Staff of Sacanas, the rest will follow and entered it by itself."
"I know..." Tempest said dryly at Dark Curse, "I know what I'm doing, sir. I don't need you to remind me again."
"Hey, easy, guys! I want the Storm King to fix that crazy horn as badly as you do, Tempest." Grubber said calmly, "It looked like a crackly chipped tooth on the top of your head. And you know you don't look good in that."
Angered by Grubber's statement, Tempest turned and snapped at him, "That Princess and Mystic Pony are not gonna keep me from getting my horn back! Prepare my ship!"
Grubber yelped in concern as he headed off to make some preparation on her ship. Phasma turned and glared at Tempest.
"As Storm King's order, I will come and follow you, but don't expect I follow your order." Phasma said dryly, "If things goes wrong or even fail again, I'm taking over the command."
"I will not fail," Tempest said firmly.
"While you both go on hunting, we will take care of this area," Shockwave said firmly and calmly.
Deadlock laughed amusingly, "Yeah. This will be easy."
"Mind if I join in?" Maul asked amusingly. Tempest glared at him. He laughed, "Don't worry, Commander Tempest. I'm not gonna take your spotlight much. After all, I've done my part here especially taking good care of that stupid Discord when he just arrived in the middle of invasion. He's now stuck in stone again."
Tempest scoffed, "Fine. How far could two little ponies get on their own?"
"I wouldn't underestimate them if I were you." Dark Curse said calmly, "They're quite tenaciously brave, smart and unify as a team. Their 'Magic of Friendship' is strong and powerful. I suggest you should manipulate and break them apart."
"I can handle it," Tempest said calmly.
"Yes, I know. But I insist you bring the expert," Dark Curse insisted calmly. He and his allies heard the door was opened. He smirked, "She will help you to accomplish that."
Everyone turned and looked at the entrance, where they found an orange skinned woman with blackish long hair with dark purple streaks, pointed ears, and nine tails. She worn the fox mask-like, a blackish Ancient Egyptian linen garment-like that left a bellybutton and has crimson armored breast plate with golden lines within, and also golden neck collar. She has two crimson armored shoulder pads, crimson armored gauntlet and golden glove and golden shoulder bracelet on left hand, and her right hand got blackish sleeve with red collars. She has blackish loosely long skirt-like, crimson armored thigh pad golden with golden lines and blackish thigh pad, metallic snake-like bracelet that coiled around left leg and blackish socking on right led and golden high heels. She stood and bowed before the group.
"Welcome, Kyuubi Lilith," Dark Curse said calmly, shocking Tempest. He smirked, "Can you handle the mission?"
Kyuubi Lilith smirked beneath her mask, "Yes, I can. This will be fun..."
To be Continued...
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