//------------------------------// // A new path // Story: Marked with Power // by Thenewbluebrony //------------------------------// I decided to set up camp west of Apple Loosa and saw in the distance a few teepees. I decided not to investigate and keep moving because it was getting late and I did not want to risk them hurting or being hurt by Pisica. I then went north near the town, I stopped near a building that was not aligned with the other houses and went west for a bit and that is when I fell asleep. In the morning I awoke refreshed, I then went west, and when I got out of the orchard. I felt a pull toward where on the map is marked as Ghastly Gorge. "Pisica, can you fly me down there?" I asked as he responded by shaking his head side to side. "Stay here and stay hidden if you can, if not fly down to me." I said as I started to climb down. Location: Ghastly Gorge As I climbed down I got a few scrapes and was able to get my restoration to sixteen. I found a chest that had a few hairpins along with a detect life book and a few pickaxes that I used as rock picks to help climb down. I then hear "Feim." from the voice that talks when I get near a wall. I then decide to climb back up and test my new shout "Pisica I am going to say a new word and when I do, I want you to swing at me lightly like we are playing not hard enough to badly hurt me." I said and then shouted "Femi!" After I said this I became transparent and when he swiped, his paw went straight through me. After a few minutes, I became normal. We went north after that toward The Bogg to get to The Everfree Forest. When we got to The Bogg it started to feel different than everywhere else. "Do you feel the change in the air?" I asked Pisica he responded with a nod and a growl. "Do you want to go around if so growl again?" Pisica did not growl and we started heading forward into The Bogg. Along the way to making it to the forest, I found a creature that had a grayish-blue fur tone and had a vest and black collar with diamonds on it. It looked like a canine. Location: Bogg "Who are you, why are you here?' It said in a deep voice. "Answer me or I will hurt you!" It yelled as it got closer it saw Pisica. "Run!" It yelled as it ran away leaving a wet trail behind it. "Let's get you a nice meal." I said as we continued walking we saw the wet trail stop at a hole and moved past it we then saw a deer I decided to make this easy "Tiid" I said and as time started to slow I ran up and stabbed the deer with my knife and held it in place with one of my pickaxes. When time had got back to normal speed the deer was dead. I asked Pisica if he wanted me to cook it he shook his head no. When he was done, I cut off some meat for later and we dug a hole. Then we buried the deer and continued on our way to the forest. The closer we got to the forest the more the feeling in the air changed. It felt like we were being watched the closer we got to the forest. As we got to the edge of the forest we found a river and next to it we found a large purple scale and decided to grab it for later. We crossed the river with ease and found a nice tree to sleep next to. Location: The Everfree Forest In the morning I took out the extra meat I to give to Pisica and he purred up a storm. I decided we would head to the castle in Ponyville and also see if jobs are available. We started to head into the forest after we finished eating. Pisica had found the scent of one of his family members. "Do you want to go see them?" I asked as he looked to be thinking, after a minute he shook his head no. "I do not know what they are like so I will not pressure you to see them." he purred after I said that to him we then continued our walk. As we walked we found an old rope bridge. We decided to explore what was on the other side as I crossed the bridge. Pisica flew the gap. After a few minutes, we started to see what I believed was the edge of the forest and a lone cottage. We decided to not head straight for the castle and go along the edge of the town toward the train tracks T-junction. Location: Ponyville As I entered the town I noticed a few odd looks. I started to notice a few ponies that were wearing armor though I thought nothing of it at the time. I mean, of course, there would be a good amount of guards due to getting closer to the castle. As I got to the castle I found that the door was lined with ponies in armor so I went up. "Is there a way I can get in?" I asked as the guards just stood there staring. I went to the nearest sign and saw that to my left was a building that looked like a gingerbread house. As I got closer I saw that the guards were following me. When I got to the building I saw it was called Sugar Cube Corner. As I entered I saw the pinkest thing ever and it ran up to me. "Hi who are you my name is Pinkie Pie you must be new because I know everyone in town so you must be new because I don't know you which means a new friend." said Pinkie Pie as she spoke at a million words per minute. I was surprised to find under her were white words that she poked and showed what she said. "Hi, my name is Jason. Nice to meet you." I said as she grabbed my hand and shook it. The next thing I know Is hearing a voice from outside. "Come out we have the building surrounded. We are giving you ten seconds to come out or else." The voice said. as I looked around everyone else was hiding. So I did the safe thing and went outside. When I got out I saw a new type of pony I had never seen before. In total there were four. Two were around my height and the other two were taller than me, one around a foot taller the other one was around two feet taller. As I got out I laid on the ground arms spread. I was told to put my hands behind my back and I did as told they then shackled me and two lifted me to my feet with their wings. I remained silent and did as I was told. I was then taken to the castle and sat in front of a circular table. I was then told this. "You were brought here to help with a great evil that is coming. One of our closest friends was the one who told us of the coming evil. He foresaw we would need otherworldly help so he asked us for permission to send out a beacon that would choose the one to be brought. This would be the orb you found. It was able to give you powers that would help you save us. We have no easy way of saying this but you may not ever be able to go back." The tallest one said as it hit me. I was never going to see my family again. My mom who was always there for me was my best friend who just told me he was having a kid. The nephew that I only just learned about I was never going to meet. My dog who was always by my side. I just sat there only able to do one thing and cry. I had nothing but my clothes, my gear, and Pisica. "LEAVE ME ALONE LET ME GO!" I yelled as I found no other words but that, after I said this I was left alone in the room chained to the chair.