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// Chapter 1: 10,000 Years Changes Everything 
// Story: A Mega Blast from the Past 
// by Mister E-Nonymous 
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Chapter 1: 10,000 Years Changes Everything







(Twilight Sparkle's Point of View)


Well, it wasn't easy for M.C. and Mutt to be announced, but they are. Everypony in Ponyville was a little taken back when M.C. and Mutt stepped up onto the stage, but they'll get over it. I walked up to the stage ad stood right between them.

"You don't have to worry about these guys," I announced. "They're the good guys. Don't treat them like you did to Zecora when you didn't know her. If it wasn't for M.C., Joshua wouldn't have end up here. M.C. has been to the world where Joshua is from, and M.C. saw something great in him. Hope. These two will help with any threats that not even we can handle."

M.C. then walked up in front of me and said, "You might not find our appearances appealing, but I can promise that we will protect all of those who are in danger. No. Matter. What."

Then the crowd started cheering. Guess M.C. has a way of getting a crowd on his side. I have to ask him what he does to make a living.





M.C., Mutt and I were meeting in Sugarcube Corner, having a snack. M.C. asked for a chocolate doughnut bar with chocolate chips, and Mutt had a couple of apple fritters.

"So, M.C., what did you do for a living?" I asked.

M.C. sighed and spoke. "It all started when my life came crumbling down. I was seven years old. It was my birthday. Everything was okay at the moment, but that was when Darkstrike and his army of Rogue Knights destroyed my kingdom. Some of Darkstrike's men were already inside, exploiting our strengths and weaknesses. Our kingdom's defenses were the greatest out of any other defenses on the planet. But we weren't expecting our defenses to be used against us. I lost everything that day. I watched my mom get crushed by the ceiling over her. But before that, I didn't know what she was doing because I was just Joshua's age when he came here."

"So you and Joshua had similar stories," I said. "It's just so sad."

"Yeah," he said. "I was the only survivor that day. The Rogue Knights retreated, leaving me all alone. I was saved by the United Federation and they took me to their country. The government allowed me to live in their country, they payed me enough to keep me living. I had been living in a camper for many years. The United Federation taught me all that I needed to know about making a living. They gave me a truck to pull my camper, the right to have a Driver's License, and even some martial arts training. But, I wasn't truly happy. For those many years... I was... lonely."

I felt bad for him. He needed a hug, so I gave him one. I told him, "You don't have to worry about that." Then something came to mind. "When did you end up on Joshua's world?"

"The Chaos Control incident," he said. "Many of our heroes were trying to take down Eggman for another attempt to taking over the world and making his own empire. But when Sonic got in to rescue a young friend of Eggman's trap, he accidentally blew up a machine with all the seven Chaos Emeralds that were being used for its power source. A huge white ball emanated, swallowing up everything. Many Mobians were swallowed up by it. I woke up, and I was on Earth, in a place called Area 51. A place where scientists are studying the unknown. Cosmic phenomenon or other worldly things. They said that they wouldn't be able to let anyone get in or out. I got out of there in less than three minutes."

I then looked over at Mutt and he responded with, "Don't look at me. I wasn't anywhere near that explosion."

"And you already know how I got back," M.C. said. "Six months later, I met Mutt. He was an assistant to one of the greatest Mobian scientists, Sir Charles the Hedgehog, until he died in a fire. That fire was when I met Mutt. I got Mutt out of there alive, but Sir Charles died. He took in too much smoke. And now, Mutt has never left my side. He's been with me for a while. I actually enjoyed his company. We've been all over the country, helping those who are in danger. But our powers aren't enough. So, we had to go to the best young scientist in the country, Alex Lynol, the youngest CEO in the entire country. Us these gloves that are holographic computers. He's also a human turned Mobian Otter, and his powers are incredible. He's able to see all possible futures up to 72 hours."

"Interesting," I said. "He must've been a good ally to be with."

"He's also a perfect shot," said Mutt. "Never missed a shot. His weapon of choice, a bow and special tipped arrows."

"And thanks to him, we got some good tech," M.C. said. "Holographic computer gloves, Mutt's jet shoes, and an Elemental Whip."

"Well, I hope you two will be happy here," I said to the two Mobians.

"Yeah," said M.C. "I'm gonna go for a walk. I'll see you back at the castle." He then got up and headed out the door. I felt bad for him. Now, between his stories and Joshua's story, I don't know who's is worse. I was about to get up and follow him, but Mutt put a hand on my shoulder.

"I wouldn't," he said. "Whenever M.C. wants to be alone, we should just let him. He's going to be out for a while. We should respect his privacy."

"Guess I can respect that," I responded. "So, what can I expect from M.C., besides his moody expression?"






(M.C.'s Point of View)


I decided to go through a walk through the orchards of Applejack's home, Sweet Apple Acres. A quiet alone time was all I need. All I need was peace and quiet. I went to one tree, and got into a meditating position. I then closed my eyes and cleared my head of any negative emotion. Inhale. Exhale.

But then, the sound of children's laughter could be heard. I opened my eyes, and turned my head towards the source of the noise. I saw a tree house about 30 meters from my position. I got up, and went towards the treehouse. I walked up the steps and I looked into one window and saw Nyx and Joshua in there. Along with five other fillies in the treehouse. Two Earth Ponies, two unicorns, and one pegasus. I could see that Joshua has a lot of good friends, but I was expecting for his friends to at least have boys in his group.

"Hear ye, hear ye!" said one of the fillies. It was the yellow Earth Pony with a red mane and a pink bow in her mane. "This meeting of the Cutie Mark Crusaders is now in session! Who wants to do roll-call?"

"I'm pretty sure we're all here," said the orange pegasus filly.

"Yeah. Apple Bloom," said the young white unicorn, what's this all about?"

"Oh, nothin'..." said Apple Bloom. She then pulled out a letter. "...except this letter from Babs Seed sayin' she's got her cutie mark!"

"What?!" asked all the other fillies and Joshua.

Apple Bloom looked at the letter again and said, "She says it's a pair of scissors!"

"So, she's good at cutting stuff?" Joshua asked.

"Of course!" said Sweetie Belle. "She was always fussing with her bangs and tail! I'll bet she grows up to be a celebrity stylist."

I smiled at that remark, and I decided to head to the door. I knocked on the door and opening the door was Joshua. He smiled as he saw me and said, "Hey, M.C. Good to see you."

"Wow, Joshua," said Apple Bloom. "When you said you were friends with one of those creatures, Ah thought you were just kidding."

"Joshua would never kid about me," I responded. "Josh, how about some introductions to these young fillies?"

"Oh, right," said Joshua. "Girls, meet Prince Michael Crayton, also known as M.C." He then looked at me and said, "M.C., meet Apple Bloom, Sweetie Belle, Scootaloo, Twist, and my filly friend, Dinky."

"You found yourself a girlfriend here?" I asked him. Then I chuckled and playfully punched him on the shoulder. "You sly dog, Josh. I knew you'd find love, but not this fast." That comment made both Joshua and Dinky blush.

"Nice to meet you," said Dinky, still with that blush on her face.

"So, this club you have," I said. "It's for finding some kind of mark?"

"Oh, yeah," said Apple Bloom. "This club is for members who are trying to find their Cutie Marks. As you can see, Nyx and Twist already have their marks."

"I see that," I said. "But what exactly is a Cutie Mark?"

"A Cutie Mark is what represents our special talents," said Sweetie Belle. "We haven't exactly found our Cutie Marks yet, but we're working really hard on trying to find ours."

"Check out this list," Nyx said. "This is a list of ways for Apple Bloom, Sweetie Belle, Scootaloo and Dinky to get their Cutie Marks. We stick around to help them out. Mostly because we don't want to lose our friends."

"Good thinking," I said. "Anyway, Sparkles told me about your origin, Nyx. I kinda figured that there can't be a Nightmare Moon without Luna. It was her desire to put in the eternal night."

"I know," said Nyx. "Good thing I couldn't let myself go down the path of darkness."

"Yeah, especially with those mind controlled ponies trying to get you to the dark side," I said. I then looked outside and said, "Hey, kids. It's getting late. How about I escort you kids home?"

"Ah can make it home," said Apple Bloom. "Basically, this treehouse is on mah family's property. Ah'll see y'all tomorrow."

I then took the fillies and Joshua back to their homes. First we stopped at Twist's house. Her parents were really sweet. Then we went to Dinky's house. I was a little concerned by Dinky's mom, being a wall-eyed pegasus. She must've gotten into a lot of accidents. Then I dropped off Scootaloo at her place. Her parents weren't home, but she did have her two aunts, Lofty and Holiday. They seem like nice ponies to take care of Scootaloo. Then I dropped Sweetie Belle off at Rarity's Boutique. Rarity thanked me for escorting Sweetie Belle home. And last but not least, I brought Nyx and Joshua home at the Castle of Friendship.

We walked into the Castle's Library and saw Twilight and Mutt reading some books. I then called out, "We're back."

Twilight and Mutt looked up from their books and Twilight said, "I was wondering when you'd get back. And I see you brought home Nyx and Joshua."

"He also brought the rest of the Crusaders back to their homes," said Nyx.

"M.C.," Twilight said to me. "I told Princess Celestia about how you Mobians are supposed to eat meat. So, we agreed to let you consume meat of animals that are not able to speak. We had to import the meat from Griffonstone for you to consume."

"Thanks, Sparkles," I said to her. "So, where are we going to sleep?"

"Good question," Twilight said to them. "Mutt and I have been busy while you were out."

She then lead me to a room where Mutt and I will be sharing a room. There were two beds, two desks, and a lamp to light up the room.

"Dinner will be ready in a few," said Twilight. "I'll call you whenever dinner's ready."

"Thanks, Sparkles," I said to her. I looked at the two beds, and saw that one of them were being held up by sixteen cinder blocks. Now, for your information, I'm able to manipulate my own density. Whenever my mind goes heavy, so does my body. I've been tested for that multiple times. Not even the greatest scientists on Mobius or Earth could figure it out.

I looked out the window, and saw that I was in the future, far from calling for a way back. I might as well start getting used to this place.