Terraria: Friendship Is Magic

by Pomp-Neigh


Chapter 89 - A Battle On Two Fronts.

-EQUUS, THE CRYSTAL EMPIRE-

A large army was currently making its way through The Empire as a large crowd parted, giving way to the passing forces. Many individuals of multiple species in the crowd were running up to those among the large force as they gave their farewells and best wishes.

High on the balcony of The Crystal Castle and overlooking the entirety of The Empire was Princess Luna. The dark alicorn nods contently before she then turns around and enters the room of which the balcony was etched to. Firing up her horn, she closed the large double doors to the balcony and casts a very particular spell as she says:

“Reveal thy selves, dearest agents of doom. We hath casted a silencing spell as to ensure none shall hear our conversation,” Heeding to her request, multiple individuals start to manifest themselves, to which the Princess Of The Night says: “Chrysalis, Sunset Shimmer, Capper, Stygian, and Trixie. We thank you all for coming. The plan is in motion and soon we shall punish Blueblood for thy wretched betrayal. Hath we ensured that there are no more of his allies present within The Empire?”

“We are sure, Princess Luna,” Sunset Shimmer responds. “We were quite surprised to learn that Tirek was also recruited into Ocram’s fold along with Blueblood, of course. Aside from them, there are currently no others who have sworn allegiance to that monster.”

“Heh, unless you count us playing the part that is.” Chrysalis comments.

“This was most bothersome news indeed. We hath sensed a great disturbance within the pits of Tartarus ever since Tirek’s escape. Something is amiss in that abyss. No matter, we shall investigate that in the future. For now, we must corner and capture Blueblood while also preventing any hope of escape for that wretch. We hath come up with a plan which involves both Capper and Chrysalis.”

“Oh?” Capper inquires all while the former ruler of the changelings waits for Luna’s revelation.

“Blueblood wishes to hold a party in celebration of our victory over The Corruption, when we purged the infection from both Ponyville and Twilight’s castle. Of course, we don’t need to tell you all that something is clearly amiss. Therefore, we shall take advantage of the festivities,” Luna then conjures into being a very particular ring, one that makes Trixie, Sunset Shimmer, and Stygian wince upon seeing the object. “As thou know, this is a magic inhibitor ring. Our so called ‘Nephew’ will no doubt be seeking entertainment in his private quarters either before or during the celebrations. This is where both Chrysalis and Capper will come into play,” Luna turns her gaze and focuses on Chrysalis as she says: “We would like for thou to disguise thyself in the form of the most alluring mare you can conjure,” The Princess Of The Night then turns to Capper and continues: “As for thee, thou shall play the part of a waiter during the celebration. Our prey is noticeably predictable and as such when he undoubtedly tries to take Chrysalis’s disguised form to bed, he will demand refreshments for the occasion. Thy waiter shall provide said refreshments in addition to slipping Chrysalis this ring.”

“You can count on me, your highness.” Capper says as he takes a bow. Chrysalis chuckles momentarily before saying:

“Well this is certainly a surprise, Luna. To think that Celestia’s sister could be so… mischievous. First you turn us into double agents and now you’re plotting against that pathetic excuse of a stallion. I can see who’s clearly the sword between you and Celestia. While she protects her ponies in the light, you destroy your foes in the darkness. I find that to be admirable.”

“Trrrixie is confused on whether or not that was a compliment or an insult.”

“Consider it as both.” Chrysalis replies with a small chuckle.

“If I may ask, what has become of Tempest Shadow and the hedgehog, Grubber?” Stygian inquires.

“Tempest, Grubber, and another ally who we hath personally recruited are going with the army to attack Canterlot. This is a battle on two fronts. While the army invades The Corruption, we shall purge The Empire of Blueblood’s influence. Once we hath the traitor in our grasp we shall enact an ancient form of punishment, one that our dear sister forbade some time ago.”

“Luna…” Stygian comments as he catches onto her meaning. “Are you suggesting what I think you are?”

“Yes,” Luna replies with no hesitation. “The populace deserves to see the one who hath wronged not just them but all of the world, be put to justice. We shall invoke: Public Execution.”


Within The Empire, seven individuals were currently sitting within a restaurant as they chatted amongst themselves. Specifically, this group was made out of a single changeling, hippogriff, griffon, yak, dragon, along with two ponies.

“That sounds amazing!” Silverstream exclaims. “You’re just a filly and yet you’ve traveled even way more than I ever did.”

“That’s right,” Cozy Glow responds. “I traveled all over the place before I came to Equestria.”

“What about your parents?” Sandbar questions. This caught Cozy Glow by surprise momentarily before she sighs deeply and says:

“I… I don’t know. I woke up one morning and they were just gone. I was all alone for so long that I had no choice but to go off on my own.”

“WHAT?!” Everyone else exclaims in unison.

“Woah, that kind of sounds like what a young dragon often has to do.” Smolder comments.

“Yak so sorry for pony being left alone, yak hope that pony’s parents come back one day.” Yona says with a sad expression.

“That sounds really, um, scary,” Ocellus says as she shakes in fear. “I don’t think I ever could be alone like that.”

“Eh, some griffons are left alone at a young age too.” Gallus comments nonchalantly.

Silverstream gasps in shock before she comments on what Smolder and Gallus said.

“How can you two say that so casually?!”

“Probably because it’s just how things are for us?” Gallus responds with a dismissive wave of his left eagle’s talon.

“Gotta agree with Gallus on this one. We dragons are pretty tough from a young age and can take care of ourselves just fine. Unlike other races, we don’t entirely need our parents to babysit us every second of every day.”

“Oh golly,” Cozy Glow comments. “You guys are even braver than I am.”

“Hah! Thanks but you’re not so bad yourself, Cozy. You’ve got my respect and trust me when I say that it’s hard to earn the respect of a dragon.” Smolder says as she bumps her chest proudly.

“I guess you’re pretty cool, for a pony.” Gallus compliments.

“Well! Now that you have friends like us, you’ll never be alone again! Isn’t that exciting?!” Silverstream exclaims happily as she raises her forelimbs into the air in celebration.

“That’s true,” Cozy Glow says in response. “I do have friends now. Oh! Would you all like to go to the party?”

“You mean the one they’re hosting at the castle for the army’s victory in Ponyville?” Sandbar inquires.

“Wasn’t there also something about purifying some Princess’s castle?” Gallus questions. “Grandpa Gruff wouldn’t stop talking about it.”

“Yeah, that’s the one,” Cozy Glow responds. “I was thinking, since we’re friends and all, that we could go there together. It’d be the perfect way to celebrate not only the army’s victory but our new friendship.”

“I’m in!” Silverstream shouts excitingly.

“Yona join party with friends, Yona likes you guys a lot.”

“I’m in too. Parties are the best way to just kick back and relax.” Sandbar comments with a carefree tone.

“That’s not exactly true,” Gallus responds. “Parties are anything but relaxing. However, I guess I could tag along for that dumb party. Maybe you guys being there might actually make it fun.”

“I’ll come too. That is, um, if you all don’t mind?” Ocellus inquires shyly.

“Of course you’re going to be there, Ocellus. And if you’re all going, then so am I.” Smolder says confidently.

“Thank you, everyone,” Cozy Glow says as she starts to float off of her seat and into the air. “You’re the bestest friends somepony like me could ever have.”

Upon hearing the filly’s words, Silverstream’s excitement gets the better of her as she too leaves her seat and flies right into Cozy Glow, bringing the pegasus into a tight hug as the hippogriff says:

“Bestest. Friends. Ever!”

Due to being smothered in the hippogriff’s chest region, no one could see Cozy’s face as she responds with a purple energy in her pupils:

“Best. Friends. Forever.”


-EQUUS, OUTSKIRTS OF THE CRYSTAL EMPIRE-

The army that was marching through The Empire was now on its outskirts as everyone makes their way towards the capital of Equestria with determined expressions. Leading this army was Shining Armor himself in addition to only two representatives of the other nations and species: Prince Ruthorford and Domihaus. It was recommended by Princess Luna that only these three leaders would be needed for the assault on Canterlot while the others remained behind to keep The Empire safe in their absence. Of course, Luna had other reasons for doing this as per her plan with her double agents.

Many familiar faces comprised this large force but two among them were currently chatting amongst themselves. Incidentally, there was a sleeping hedgehog on one of their backs.

“So what’s the deal with Ponyville?” Tzana inquires. “Based on what you’ve told me, we have forces there to protect it?”

“That’s right,” Tempest replies all while Grubber is fast asleep on her back. “Spike and Dragonlord Ember are keeping things together not to mention they have Discord stationed there as well.” The broken unicorn then glances towards Tzana as she takes notice of her current apparel. “I see you’re wearing your favorite garments in combination with the armor we forged. The apparel of Equestria’s Royal Treasure Hunters, huh? Didn’t they get disbanded two centuries ago? Should I be worried about how you came by them?”

“Would finders keepers be enough to satisfy you? I found these in an ancient temple from a corpse that unfortunately got impaled on one of its traps.”

“That’s… pretty dark.”

“What can I say? They weren’t going to use it and I’d be damned if someone with less friendly intentions got their hooves on this especially with all the enchantments these garments have. Besides, I think it brings me good luck. Well, that and the fact that I feel much better by just having it on.”

“You think that those garments, of which you found in a trap that killed their previous owner, will bring you good luck? I can’t entirely say that I agree.”

“Nor can I say that stealing the magic from The Princesses is the right way to get your horn back.” Tzana retorts which causes Tempest to wince in response. “I’m sorry… I guess I’m still mad at you for everything you did, deep inside.”

“Not that I blame you, Tzana. Regardless, I will simply have to prove to you that I truly have changed. It’s been nice, you know… being able to catch up with you ever since the Princess brought you in.”

“You mean besides the ass kicking I gave you?” Tzana questions with a smirk before she then momentarily closes her eyes in content and says: “If it’s of any constellation, I guess you are a slightly better mare than before. Although, I suppose another ass kicking from yours truly could speed up that process.”

“Yeah, yeah,” Tempest says as she chuckles before she continues: “I guess I’ll take that for now. At least you think I’ve changed slightly which is a good start for me.”

The two mares simply nod to each other as they and the army all around them drew near the biome of the coming battle: The Corruption.