//------------------------------// // Aquaman vs. Ocean Master // Story: Equestria AquaGirls // by AmethystMajesty25 //------------------------------// Aquaman stood face-to-face with his Atlantean brother once more, but it was different from last time. Ocean Master told him, “That trident doesn't change who or what you are, you half-breed ingrate. Atlantis will never accept you as its king.” “Well then by bloodshed,” Arthur stood in his fighting stance as lightning boomed from the sky. “Do the gods make known their will!” The two brothers fight it out once more in the surface as their tridents clashed with each other. “You think those surface dwellers can help you become strong? You're nothing! I have the power! I have the strength! I… have… My kingdom!” Aquaman replied, “You're wrong, brother. I have people who care about me. I have friends. I have love. I have true loyalty. That's who I am.” Ocean Master yelled as he charged in full fury as Aquaman defended himself. “You know something, brother. Leo and his friends were more than happy to teach me a few new tricks.“ Everyone watched in anticipation as their tridents clashed against each other. The metal clashing against one another sounded off like a hammer against hot metal. They were at a standstill and continued clashing with their tridents until Aquaman pushed his brother close to the spinning blades with his trident. “Yield the throne!” He yelled as Ocean Master’s helmet hit the blades and cut the cape off, but it did not cut through because of his helmet. Aquaman continued yelling, “Yield it!” Ocean Master remained stubborned and refused to admit defeat. So, he reluctantly stopped his brother from pushing him with his father’s trident, but Aquaman threw him to the other direction with Atlan’s trident. The Ninjas and the Atlanteans continued watching the battle as the storm raged on and Aquaman was ready to strike, but Ocean Master dodged his attack and blocked his trident with his. However, Aquaman ran froward, pushing his brother while he was still on the ground. Ocean Master used his trident to push himself up and hit his brother, sending him near the spinning blades and Aquaman stood still after taking damage. Pinkie then started cheering from afar, “Come on, Aquaman!” Spike shouted, “You can do this, Arthur!” Fluttershy cheered, “We believe in you!” Leo shouted, “Show him what it means to have honor!” The rest of the ninjas and Atlantean teens started cheering words of encouragement. Aquaman heard their cheers and it motivated him. He thought to himself, “Alright. Time for one more trick up on my sleeve.” He then raised his trident up while Ocean Master armed himself with his trident. Aquaman then focused on spinning his trident and it caught Vulko’s attention from Orm’s main Atlantean ship. Ocean Master was not fazed by his brother’s movements and charged right after him. Aquaman saw it coming and hit his brother. Aquaman continued spinning his trident and Vulko smiled happily from the ship, knowing that his student was very proud of him. Ocean Master gritted his teeth angrily and ran straight towards him again and Aquaman threw his trident at him, sending his brother down. After that, Aquaman ran and jumped up to catch his trident. Ocean Master held his staff to block and Aquaman smashed his brother’s father’s trident in half until Aquaman landed safely in a cool pose. Thus, Aquaman defeated Ocean Master and the war was over. “He won!” Mikey cheered. The Ninjas and Atlantean allies cheered as Ocean Master fell in defeat and looked at the remains of his father’s trident. Aquaman moved in what looked like he was going to kill his own brother. However, he stopped. Nereus’ men was going to fire at Aquaman, but King Nereus stopped him with a raise of his hand, signaling them to stand down. Ocean Master told his brother, “Finish it.” “Yield the throne.” “Mercy is not our way.” “Maybe you haven’t noticed, brother…” Arthur stood down and continued, “But I’m not one of you.” “Do it!” Ocean Master took off his helmet and begged him, “Kill me!” “NO!” A voice yelled and Orm turned around to see a face that he had not seen for a long time: his mother, Queen Atlanna. “That is enough killing!” Orm was in shock that his mother was alive. “Mother?” Everyone in the sea couldn't believe their eyes as if they had seen a ghost. While Atlanna went to hug Orm, Vulko dropped his jaw and Mera explained, “It's a long story. I’ll tell you later. Come on.” “I don't understand. We thought you…” Atlanna explained to his son, “No. Arthur saved me.” “You're with him?” She nodded, “I am. You're both my children, and I love you both so much.” She then told Orm, “But you have been misguided. Your father taught you that there were two worlds. He was wrong. The land and the sea are one.” Then, Vulko and the Atlantean soldiers arrived on the warship as Atlanna and Orm stood up. “My queen,” Vulko greeted as he and the Atlantean soldiers bowed to her. Atlanna greeted him, “Vulko.” Vulko ordered his men, “Take him. But make sure he has a view.” Six Atlantean soldiers escorted Orm away as he smiled. Arthur then said, “Hey.” Orm looked back as his brother continued talking, “When you're ready, let's talk.” Orm understood and nodded back until he sent off to prison. Mera announced, “People of Atlantis and heroes from the surface world, today began in bloodshed, but let it end in joy. I give you the return of, King Arthur of Atlantis.” “Hail to the king!” King Nereus yelled, raising his fist in the air. “Hail to the king!” His two royal guards chanted together. “Hail to the king!” The princess of the Fishermen Kingdom shouted. “Hail to the king!” Pinkie and Garth cheered. Everyone chanted along as Arthur felt proud and relieved that the world was saved and in peace once more. Aquaman then thanked Leo and his team, “Thanks for the help, everyone. I can see why Batman trusted you all.” “You're welcome. It was an honor to fight alongside you,” Leo shook Arthur’s hand. “Can I learn some of your moves after this?” Donnie asked. “Sure,” Arthur and Vulko nodded. Vulko asked them, “Are you kids sure you don't want our help getting back home?” Sunset answered, “Thanks, but it gives us the chance to see our pal from Dakota City again.” Aquaman knew who she was talking about. He told the Ninjas, “Tell the rookie to keep up the good work for me.” Leo nodded, “No problem.” Aquaman raised his trident up and cheered, “WHOOOOOO!!!” While the Atlantean airships soared to the skies, the Karathen emerged from the seas and roared to celebrate with the Atlanteans and Ninjas.