//------------------------------// // Emergency Bar of Alliance Meeting // Story: Spike the Fairy // by PonyJoel //------------------------------// The Unity Seven and Adagio arrive at the Castle of Friendship. Discord's clone, Starlight Glimmer, Rockhoof, Aria, Sunset Shimmer, Twilight (Sci-Twi), and Spike come out of the castle. "Nice timing," Starlight said. "It's time to go to the Crystal Empire," Discord (clone) snaps his fingers, teleporting every creature to the Crystal Empire Castle. "Hey, does Twilight and Spike know-" Starlight interrupts Silverstream's speech. "Sunset and I have already informed the two." "Spike and I will be staying in Discord's home since Midnight Sparkle has no clue of finding where he resides," Twilight (Sci-Twi) said. "It's the safest place as far as anyone is concerned," Spike said. "Good," The Unity Seven sighs in relief. "If you excuse me, I need to gather every creature else for this emergency meeting," Discord (clone) snaps his paw, teleporting to Yak Yakistan first. Princess Luna, Cadance, and Shining Armor approach every creature. They escort them to the meeting room. Many Crystal Ponies are shouting and waving at Spike. "Wow, I forget how popular the other Spike is," Spike said while hearing praises from the Crystal Ponies. "Will Celestia be joining us for the meeting?" Twilight (Sci-Twi) asks Shining Armor. "No. Princess Celestia has her hooves tied protecting a library within her castle, Twily." "What about the Crystal Heart? How will you protect that from Midnight's clutches?" Starlight asks Princess Cadance. "The Crystal Heart will be heavily guarded daily, Starlight. Discord's clones have offered to standby and keep watch. With the passing of Detective Discord, the clones are more determined to keep every creature away from harm's way." "I'll lead daily patrol on the outer perimeter of the Crystal Empire," Shining Armor said. "I'll inform my wife of any disturbances close by." "We won't allow Midnight Sparkle to destroy the Crystal Heart," Princess Cadance said. "We won't allow it to get destroyed a second time," Princess Cadance remembers Flurry Heart destroying the Crystal Heart that caused severe snowstorms approaching to freeze everything. "Princess Luna, anything happened with Tartarus?" Sunset asks. "Yes..," Princess Luna lowers her head. "Midnight Sparkle has gained two allies and drained every creature's magic within Tartarus. Lord Tirek and Cozy Glow are working with Midnight." "Oh no!" Silverstream groans. "That means we have to stop her a second time!" "We defeat her once. We can do it again, Silverstream," Yona confidently says. "Lord Tirek can absorb. I believed he gained a lot of strength from draining Cerberus' power," Princess Luna sadly states. "If only we knew what kind of power Midnight Sparkle uses." "She uses Demon Curses," The Unity Seven and Adagio answer. Silence reigns. It's dead silent. The idea of Midnight Sparkle using demonic properties is downright terrifying. Every creature except Unity Seven and Adagio looks up in disbelief. They aren't sure of how to counter demonic magic. They've dealt with black and dark, but this is a whole another league. "How are we supposed to counter demonic properties, Princess Luna?" Princess Cadance turns to her. "I don't know. It is new to me." "Before you have a nervous breakdown, the spirit of the Tree of Harmony spoke to us," Sandbar said. "It did?" Princess Luna is in shock to hear such a thing. "What did the Tree say?" Princess Cadance asks the unity Seven and Adagio. She wants to hear hopeful news after finding out Midnight Sparkle destroyed the Tree of Harmony. "Demon Curses are formidable, but magic can defeat Demon Curses. The Tree of Harmony saw within Midnight Sparkle's eyes the defeat of Tartaros. Since Fairy Tail defeated the guild that uses Demon Curses, we believe we can too," Yona speaks on behalf of her friends. "The Magic of Friendship triumphs over any villain. Midnight Sparke should know better. After all, she's a former Princess of Friendship," Neighsay said. "Indeed," Princess Luna nods. "However, we need to make drastic changes to ensure every creature is secure from Midnight's wrath. She is an intelligent pony." "The Pillars will protect the nations that don't have magic power," Rockhoof states. "Yona wants Rockhoof in Yak Yakistan!" Discord (clone) returns with Ember, Gilda, Prince Rutherford, Queen Novo, Thorax, Chrysalis, and Terax. Terax is on Chrysalis' back. "Queen Novo," Princess Luna bows at her friend. "It's great seeing you once more, my friend." "Likewise. I wish it's under better circumstances," Queen Novo turns to Silverstream. "How are you doing, Silverstream?" "I'm good, Queen Novo. I have a huge responsibility in my claws with my friends," Silverstream smiles. "So, lets' begin," Shining Armor said. "Every creature, take your seats." Every creature present takes its seat in the meeting room. Princess Luna stands up to initiate the meeting. "Thank you all for coming on short notice. Today's topic is about the return of Twilight Sparkle. According to Sunset Shimmer, she has a new form with a new name. That name is Midnight Sparkle. According to Unity Seven and Adagio, Midnight uses Demon Curse power instead." "Wait, wait, hold up! You mean to tell us that the mad pony out there is a demon that uses demonic properties?" Gilda is confused. "How did she gain Demon Curses?" Neighsay stands up. "On behalf of my friends, I'll gladly speak. Midnight Sparkle joined a dark guild known as Tartaros. They implanted her with Demon Curses. According to the spirit of the Tree of Harmony, she told us Mdinight's plans." "What are her plans?" Prince Rutherford asks. "To conquer all the kingdoms," Neighsay replies. Gilda, Prince Rutherford, Thorax, Chrysalis, and Queen Novo gasp. "Midnight Sparkle destroyed the Tree of Harmony," Sunset informs every creature. "Midnight Sparkle destroyed the Tree of Harmony, knowing the Elements of Harmony can defeat her," Ocellus speaks up. "Chances are, she could be going after any other powerful relic and destroy it," Adagio said. "I have to go!" Queen Novo panics. "As you wish," Discord (clone) understands that Queen Novo wants to protect the magic pearl. He snaps his claw, teleporting Queen Novo back to her throne on Mount Aris. "I'll send two clones to guard her magic pearl." "Thank you, Discord," Princess Luna said, knowing Queen Novo will now have better security. "What else is Midnight planning?" Thorax asks. "Midnight has gained allies for her cause. I suspect she's after other known villains of Equestria," Princess Luna said. "Midnight is going to be short of two villains. King Sombra and Chrysalis," Gilda said. "I have a son now, and I'm changing for the better. I won't team up with Midnight Sparkle." "There's something inclusive that the Tree of Harmony has told us," Smolder said. "What did the Tree say, Smolder?" Ember asks. "Midnight Sparkle has an artifact of her own," Smolder replies. "This artifact was supposed to bring Midnight Sparkle to Equestria but, Spike the Fairy had this magic card that brought her here. Since the artifact didn't activate, Midnight is planning on reversing the spell's effect into going to Earth Land after discovering Spike's magic card," Ocellus said. "With that said, if Midnight succeeds in bringing Spike back to Equestria, she will erase everyone's minds into forgetting all that has happened," Gallus said. "That's horrible," Thorax said in shock. "It's evident we must band together to stop this indigenous foe," Prince Rutherford claims. "I agree. We can't allow this demon to win. We can't allow Midnight to put the rest of us in disarray for her benefit," Gilda says. She doesn't want the Griffins to go back into hating each other. "The Changelings will make a stand. With our magic, we can help the Yaks and Griffins. Ember, would you like our assistance?" Thorax asks. "Yes. We dragons are strong but united with others; we are stronger," Ember said. "I'm sure Queen Novo will have her Navy on patrol," Silverstream said. "All I need to do is talk to her about making the initiatives." "I'll send a letter to Tempest Shadow and Grubber to have the Storm Fleet on standby," Shining Armor said. "Good. With everyone working together, Midnight Sparkle will not prevail," Princess Luna said. "I'll inform my sister of today's meeting." "Before we conclude, what about that Twilight and Spike?" Gilda points at the two. "I'll take them home with me. No creature knows how to get there except for Neighsay and Princess Luna," Discord (clone) states. "Perfect. All we have to do is keep a keen eye on anything suspicious," Thorax said. "With that in mind, this concludes the meeting," Shining Armor announces. "Princess Luna," Ember walks up to her. "Starswirl the Bearded has arrived earlier than expected. He's deciphering the hieroglyphics in my chambers as we speak." "I shall see what he interprets," Princess Luna said. "We want to go as well," Smolder said, speaking on behalf of the Unity Seven. "Very well," Ember turns to Discord. "Discord, if you could?" "Right away," Discord (clone) uses his magic to teleport everyone back home. The Unity Seven, Princess Luna, Ember, Sunset, Twilight (Sci-Twi), Spike, Aria, and Adagio are heading to the Dragon Lands. Out in the outskirts of the Crystal Empire, Midnight Sparkle picks up the horn that belongs to King Sombra. "Mighty King Sombra, you will have the Crystal Empire if you join my guild," Midnight Sparkle's horn ignites green and uses her demon curse to resurrect King Sombra from the darkness. King Sombra stands before Midnight Sparkle. His eyes gaze at Midnight Sparkle's aqua blue flares on her eyes. "I will join your guild. The Crystal Empire will bow before their king." "Good. We have one other to include," Midnight Sparkle leads Lord Tirek, Cozy Glow, and King Sombra in search of Queen Chrysalis.