As Mordecai, Rigby, and the Mane 6 made their way towards the sorceress's lair, they encountered a familiar face: Muscle Man.
"Hey bros! What are you doing way out here in the middle of nowhere?" he exclaimed.
Mordecai rolled his eyes, "We're on a quest to help these ponies get back to their home in Equestria."
Muscle Man laughed, "Classic! You guys sure know how to get into some wacky situations."
Despite Muscle Man's silly demeanor, he proved to be a helpful ally. He provided the group with some much-needed muscle, and his jokes and humor helped keep their spirits up during their long and difficult journey.
Together, they faced a multitude of challenges, including treacherous mountain passes, dark and foreboding forests, and dangerous river crossings. But with Muscle Man's help, they were able to persevere.
Finally, they arrived at the sorceress's lair, a dark and ominous cave at the base of a towering mountain. As they prepared to enter, Muscle Man turned to the group with a grin.
"Well, this is it bros. It's been a wild ride, but we made it this far. Let's go kick some butt!"
And with that, they stepped into the unknown, ready to face whatever lay ahead.