//------------------------------// // Riots In The Crystal Empire // Story: Spike Dorcha // by Dragon-In-Black //------------------------------// Spike was sleeping in his bed when he woke up with a jolt. At first, he didn't know where he was. Quite frankly, he forgot who he was for a second. He then remembered everything and relaxed. When he had returned from the castle, he had met up with Fluttershy and Pinkie Pie, who were ecstatic to see him. When they got even a small view of him they rushed up to him. He had taken of his helmet because he didn't want to intimidate poor Fluttershy who already looked intimidated with the suit. They had dinner, and the duo talked about their travels which had gone smoothly. Spike had smiled at that. Spike was in his bed chambers and climbed out of the bed. He was tired, but he had work to do. Well, not really work unless you count sitting on a throne all day. Spike chuckled at that. He is a leader but he never gets away with not working. At least by himself. Spike pulled up his sword that was neatly placed by the wall on his right crossing another incompetent sword, that was no match for lord Dorcha's sword. Then again, Spike had his sword customly made, so it could be that and that his sword is a bit newer. The bedchamber was quite big. It was a lot bigger than his bedroom. The chamber was discovered when Spike was leading Fluttershy and Pinkie Pie through Dorcha Castle. Spike wanted his guests to have the best sleeping spot, so he gave them his room, since he could sleep anywhere without any problem. They had tried to persuade Spike, but he is as stubborn as Applejack sometimes. Spike looked around the room and saw that the floor was made of stone, and the walls were also made of stone. It was quite cold, but Spike liked that. There was two torches on either side of his bed and that was quite okay. He liked coldness but he needed some sort of warmth if he was to sleep. Spike looked at his bed and saw that the covers had his mark; the four claw marks. Spike smiled a little. He sure loved his mark. He was also working with creating a flag for his nation. He knew that the Crystal Ponies would buy those flags immediately and say that they only belong to Badlands and nothing else. Poor Cadance and Shinning, sitting doing everything in their power, yet they see Spike as the real leader. Spike chuckled, and walked out of the room. He was in an empty corridor, or empty as it can get, since there were soldiers outside his Chambers and soldiers marching around. Spike walked in one direction just to explore a little. The path ways were lit up by torches there were hanging on the wall. The walls looked ancient and powerful. There were several rooms that were either torture chambers, or weapons equipment rooms. Luckily, Spike changed it to fake weapons, so if there were any sort of coup against him, his enemies would believe it to be real weapons. The weapons from the human world was an absolute success. His soldiers were terrifying the civilians, which showed who is superior. Spike chuckled a little. He saw a flight of stairs during his walk and walked up to the main room. The soldiers walking around must be terrifying for Fluttershy. He felt bad for her that they walked around without making a sound, and them walking around with weapons she couldn't even make up from her imagination. Spike walked to the kitchen where he ecided to eat a breakfast with two of his friends. When he reached the kitchen, he saw that Fluttershy and Pinkie was already up. Spike smiled. They must have asked one of my guards. Spike walked inside and sat down on on of the chairs. This made Fluttershy jump a little. Spike facepalmed himself. "I'm sorry Fluttershy. I keep forgetting this armor doesn't make a sound." Spike said, taking of his helmet and looking at her apologetically. Fluttershy understood and smiled at him warmly. "Its okay Spike, you've been alone for quite a while and now when you have guests, it must feel weird seeing somepony so jumpy." Fluttershy said, making Spike smile. That was the exact reason. Well, he wasn't alone persay, since he had Vux and his guards. Wait Vux? Where was she? "Girls, I have something to tell you." Spike said, catching the attention of the two mares having some bread and daisy flowers. "I have a second in command as you know, but I haven't told you what creature she is. Well, before I say that, I want to let you know that she isn't dangerous. My second in command is a Changeling." The two mares looked at each other. He wasn't serious right? Fluttershy looked at Spike and saw nothing but truth in his words. Pinkie did the same and bolted right out of her chair. She landed on top of it, and stared at Spike suspiciously. She circled him in an intimidating way, well intimidating for her since Spike just thought it was hilarious. "Spike, you do know Changelings are dangerous right?" Pinkie asked, making Spike nod in confirmation. He did know that, and remembered what happened at the wedding in Canterlot between Cadance and Shining Armor. It was not a fun day at all, the real Cadance had been in the mines under Canterlot that had been long forgotten. The fake Cadance had been queen Chrysalis. "I am aware Pinkie, but you know that I could easily slaughter her if I wanted to." Spike said, making Fluttershy shiver in fear. His choice of words... were not the best. Pinkie Pie looked strangely satisfied. All of a sudden, one of his guards walked inside with a TV that was preparing for the news program Spike had created himself. Dorcha News. The soldier bowed and left the kitchen. Spike used his magic on the TV to turn it on, and the TV was turned on. It revealed colours and a mare with red mane and bluish yellow skin. You couldn't see her cutiemark as she was facing forward. Spike looked at the screen with interest. "Last night was a terrorist explosion in Canterlot in an attempt to kill princess Celestia. The ponies were revealed to be a mix between crystal ponies and normal ponies. The Crystal ponies are already angry at princess Celestia for banishing their hero. The terrorist group known as Spike's Liberation Front has started attacking anypony or creature who is against Spike The Brave And Glorious. This is the newest set of killings after over a thousand year of peace between the two nations. Spike smiled a little. He didn't see that coming, but it was fun to see that he had loyal followers. Fluttershy and Pinkie Pie smiled. They may not agree to killing ponies or other creatures, but it showed that they believe in their hero. All of a sudden, a door opened and it was revealed to be Vux. She nodded towards the two new ponies who looked frightened by her presence. "My liege, have you heard the news about what is happening in the Crystal Empire?" Vux asked, sounding bored. Spike could see right through her, but didn't say anything. He was waiting for her to tell him what he was wearing. He knew he wore Basilisk armor, but he wanted to know why this one was so special. "Yes commander Vux, i did see it. Did you find out anything about the suit?" Spike asked, looking at Vux intently. Fluttershy and Pinkie Pie grew confused. What about the suit? They looked at Spike's suit and only saw how intimidating it looked. They didn't see anything that would be impressive or important about it. "Sorry my liege, i didn't." Vux said, lying to his majesties straight in the face. Spike knew what she had done, but didn't in all honesty care. He could read her mind later. He only nodded in understanding. "Well then, shall we enjoy our breakfast?" Spike asked, while taking a sip from his goblet. What he was drinking was pumpkin juice. Spike looked at his three friends and smiled at them adoringly. They smiled back, and continued their breakfast. In the Crystal Empire, there were several riots going on. There were several banners showcasing Long Live Spike The Brave And Glorious. Equestrian guards had been sent to the Crystal Empire after the terrorist attack. Cadance had grown desperate, and asked for her aunt to help her out. Celestia had been surprised. Cadance had cut all ties with Equestria, and yet, asked for Equestria's help. Celestia had been conflicted, but decided to send help over. The problem was, it seemed to have angered the Crystal Ponies more than they had anticipated. The riots had become more violent and even deadly. There had been at least three stallions and five mares sent back to Equestria either from injury, or death. A few Crystal Ponies had been arrested, but they had said something that had piqued Celestia's interest. They had told the Equestrian guards that the Equestrian court wasn't their court. They had said that their nation belongs to Badlands and no other nation. This had made several ponies around Equestria look at the Crystal Ponies weirdly. Twilight made an assumption that perhaps Spike was there, since they would give up their lives for him. The ponies who believes that Spike is innocent has been providing the Crystal Ponies with bits food and anything they would possibly need. Celestia had grown a second head when she saw the weapons the Crystal Ponies were using. It wasn't anything she had ever seen. It also had a magical signature she hadn't felt before, yet, it felt so familiar. Badland soldiers had been sent to help the Crystal Ponies and they had been absolutely delighted. The nations that support Spike The Brave And Glorious are the 'okay' nations. But, the Badlands soldiers that work directly for Spike, are the ones that are extremely welcome. There had even been a battle called; the battle of the Crystal Empire. A few Crystal Ponies had even written a book about it. Cadance and Shining Armor felt bad for asking Celestia for help, but Spike had replied with; "It's fine, it was probably just a force of habit. As long as your subjects doesn't destroy half of Equestria because of their anger for Celestia." The CMC and Pipsqueak and become in Twilight's eyes, really radicalized. They were saying how princess Celestia and Twilight were nothing but filth in their society. Applebloom had started shunning Applejack, the same with Big Mac and Granny Smith. Sweetie Belle acted as if Rarity didn't even exist at all. Scootaloo did the same with Rainbow Dash. In fact, Scootaloo had started throwing burnable items on houses that belonged to believers that Spike is guilty. Pipsqueak still in a way, ruled Ponyville. The ones who knew how close those two were was completely fine with it. When Pipsqueak found out that Spike was in the Badlands, he immediately started saying how great the country was. CMC and other students of the school they go to, was filled with Spike propaganda like; Spike Is Our Rightful Leader! and Your brothers and sisters are fighting for Spike. Join the volunteers!. Ms Cheerilee was to scared to do anything else about it, since Pipsqueak had become more angry as of late. Heck, Diamond Tiara and Silver Spoon used to be his bully, but even they were terrified by his easy to anger. Pipsqueak had even put up several flags of Spike's Liberation Front and Spike Republican Youths. They were on the school and around Ponyville. Mayor Mare was the 'servant' of Pipsqueak, but that was unofficial. Well, in Celestia's eyes that is, Mayor Mare would say otherwise... The elements of harmony seemed to stop working all together. Twilight claimed that her crown had said the words; corrupt. Twilight, Applejack, Rarity, and Rainbow Dash said that they didn't feel the power anymore like they used to. Even when they weren't using them, they could still feel the power in them. Equestria was in Tartarus in other words. Fluttershy and Pinkie walked together with Spike who was their tour guide around Badlands. They were impressed with how he had rebuilt their nation. There were red stones called bricks that had a proud vibe to it. The buildings were a lot stronger than the normal houses they had before. Pinkie would even go as far as to admit that the buildings in Badlands were most likely stronger than the ones in Equestria, and that is saying a lot considering magic is in use. They saw several Dorcha guards walking around and making sure everything is in order. There were stone roads where something called "cars" were driving around. Spike said that he had gotten everything from the other world he and Twilight went through. They were impressed but did admit to Spike that his guards and police officers were very intimidating. They were walking around in sync with weapons ready and loaded. Spike had nodded in understanding since they did look very intimidating. They were currently in a vegan restaurant ordering food. Since Spike is the leader, he gets it for free along with his friends food. Fluttershy and Pinkie had a sallad while Spike had a bowl of gems. They were discussing about their plans and everything. Fluttershy and Pinkie Pie had decided to join the Dorcha guards. Fluttershy was good medically, so she would be the medic. Pinkie Pie is surprisingly good as a commander, so she was the third in command. Vux had been impressed with Pinkie's skills, so she was more than happy to have Pinkie third in command. "So Spike, what will you do to Equestria?" Fluttershy asked, looking at her dragon friend who was currently looking at her with interest. Spike pondered on the question a little. He didn't really know what he was gonna do. "Good question. Probably nothing, i will most likely just leave them be unless they try to provoke a war." Spike said, making Fluttershy and Pinkie nod in understanding. They found it amazing how Spike in just a couple of days did a coup towards Badlands and rule it with an iron claw, but not the same type of iron claw. Then again, they are there and do live in luxury so they probably wouldn't feel it the same way. But they hadn't heard any creature complain either. They continued eating while, Spike was still wondering on the question he had gotten since he came to Badlands. Who is Fleur De Lis' killer? And where are they or he slash she?