//------------------------------// // Epilogue: New World and New Hope // Story: Transformers: Iron Hearts // by autobotfan15 //------------------------------// An unknown place - A few days later Starscream wandered through the dark caves with lights attached at random places. It had been a few days since the Decepticons had retreated to these caves far away from civilization and to Starscream it would give them enough time to come up with a counter attack. After walking a good distance he entered a room that had automatic doors. There on a metal table was Megatron getting repaired by Breakdown. The leader looked up and stared at his second in command. “This was only a minor setback. There are still so many of us still out there somewhere. When they come we’ll be ready to spill the energon of our enemies. Do we still have our clone troops?” “Yes Megatron we managed to salvage them from the wreckage,” replied Starscream. “Excellent, we must make do with all we have left of our disposal. Do you understand what’s at stake should we fail again?” Megatron asked. “Of course my lord. It will be done,” Starscream said as he turned to leave. “Good. Oh and Starscream?” “Yes, Mighty Megatron?” “If I hear you sabotage my orders or even try to usurp authority…” Megatron trailed off as he aimed his cannon at Starscream. “Let’s just say you were given more chances to prove yourself worthy than anyone in Decepticon history.” Starscream paled a bit but nodded. “Of course Megatron. As you command.” He left the medical wing only for him to stop to look at the female seeker who was standing by the doorway. Slipstream smirked with her arms crossed around her chest. “You know he may give you orders but I don’t think he’ll tell you how exactly they’ll be done. And when everyone sees how you handle them…” “They’ll see me more than a mere strategist,” finished Starscream. “Maybe when the time is right we can even find a better place than this cave maze.” Slipstream shrugged. “It’s not that bad when you walk through these tunnels after a while, but you’re right. Only we can find something better.” Starscream could only grin and nod in agreement. “Our luck is ever changing.” Canterlot Castle - Around the same time Princess Luna was in her personal office looking over paperwork. She just needed to deal with these then she would be done for a while. Then came a knocking at the door. Luna used her magic to open it and in came her sister. “Luna, I know you’re the princess of the night, but for goodness sake, shed some more light in here.” Luna winced as the window curtains opened, letting in the bright sunlight. Luna blew out the candle nearby and placed her quill in an inkwell as she looked up to her sister. “I guess I’m too used to working with little to no light,” she said smiling. “And you seem to be used to keeping things to yourself like your feelings. Don’t pretend like I haven’t noticed how you’ve been acting since the ‘incident’ on the mainline,” Celestia said as she approached her and got around her desk. “Please tell me what's on your mind.” Luna frowned and remained silent for a moment before answering. “I knew something was wrong when I sensed that dream energy from both the mountain and the bay,” she began. “All this time I thought it was nothing. I even thought the bay was only having some form of aquatic life but all this time it was an army of monsters that wanted to enslave us upon waking up. I-I should’ve done more than remain in this castle.”  Luna nearly cried, but then Celestia wrapped a wing around her sister. “No one can blame you for this. This nation was struck by one disaster after another. Many of which we never saw coming. Just be glad all our subjects are safe and we have new friends we can thank for it.” “But they’re enemies are still out there,” Luna said. “And when they return we will be ready and we will assist our new friends,” Celestia said warmly. Luna looked up, tears still in her eyes and a smile on her lips. “Promise you’ll be there with me when I help the battle?” Celestia embraced her with her hooves. “Always,” she whispered. Ponyville - Around the same time Tempest Shadow and Twilight Sparkle sat outside a cafe enjoying some drinks. The mood could be described as wholesome as the two friends drank some tea. “So Tempest now that things are calming down, you think you want to go back out in the world and reach out to other species?” Twilight asked. “Actually Twilight I think its best for me to stay in Equestria for a while. There is still a lot to do here, especially with the Decepticons still around. Besides I think I should also be redeeming myself for the sins I committed against the nation.” “Tempest I know this nation is still…mad but they aren’t that spiteful.” Suddenly something red and rotten splattered against Tempest Shadow’s face. It was a rotten tomato. Twilight quickly turned to see who did that only to see three angry pegasi stallions laughing from a cloud. “Why don’t you crawl in a hole and die Terrorist Shadow,” yelled Dumbbell. “Yeah nopony wants you here,” yelled Hoops. “No but we do,” said a voice. Suddenly from a nearby alleyway. Two cars sped out, transformed, and leapt into the air grabbing the three Stallions by surprise. Sideswipe managed to grab hoops while Sunstreaker grabbed Dumbbell and Score. All three squirmed in their grasps. But they suddenly stopped as they saw Twilight Sparkle hovering right in front of them with an ominous glow from her horns and her eyes glowing brightly. She only said two words from them in a tone that would make even a lion scared. “Apologize. Now.” “Ah! We’re sorry,” they all said, frightened. “Not me,” Twilight said before pointing to Tempest. “Her.” The two Autobots placed the three down on the ground. The three looked at Tempest who was wearing an unreadable expression. They both looked to Twilight again who just gave them a glare that would pierce through their souls. The three gulped and snapped their heads towards Tempest. “Sorry.” Tempest smiled. “Apology accepted.” The three stallions immediately flew off. Tempest watched them flee before turning to the two Autobots who gave her a smile and a wink. She then looked back to Twilight who offered a towel to get the Tomato remains off. “Thanks. You think ponies will one day fully forgive me?” “I’m sure they will. If it worked out for Starlight Glimmer I’m sure it will work for you. But like Optimus said it will be a tough road but if you have a friend, it will be easy,” Twilight said. “Yeah and besides, you have us as friends too,” added Sideswipe. At that moment Pinkie Pie bounced up. “Hey guys, did you tell them about the party we’re having?” “Party?” Twilight and Tempest asked. “Yeah, Optimus gave us permission to throw a big party at our base, and you’re both invited,” said Sunstreaker. “I suppose we can come,” said Twilight. Sideswipe then picked Pinkie off the ground and placed her on her shoulder. “Come on Pinks, let us show you how we Autobots party like on Cybertron.” “Yipee!” shouted Pinkie. Autobot Ark - An hour later Optimus Prime sat at a computer on the ark. After typing something in he then spoke into a microphone. “Fellow Autobots, this is Optimus Prime, if you can hear this message. Then I will be glad to inform you that we have a new home that needs our protection. We have made new allies and have won a battle against the Decepticons but our war is far from over. The inhabitants of this world have welcomed us with open arms and are willing to do the same to you.” Optimus took a moment and turned to the Ark’s entrance he could hear the sound of music and laughter. He then turned back to the microphone. “If any Autobots can hear me then I ask you. Are you ready to come to our new home and help win our war? If yes, follow these coordinates and make contact with us. We are here. We are waiting. End Transmission.” After pressing a few more buttons an image popped up on the monitor. It showed four Cybertronians. Two of which looked small and younger. The other two looked taller and older. He looked towards the tall bots behind his younger self. “Alpha Trion, Codexa, if you can hear me, I did it. For now the Decepticons are defeated and I vow to protect our new home. No matter the cost.” “Optimus? Where’d you go? We can't have fun without you!” came the voice of Bumblebee from outside. “I’ll be right there!” he called back as he turned back to the image. This time to the Pink bot standing beside him. “Elita, I hope you’re still out there. Wherever you are. I hope to one day see you again.” He shut off the Monitor, stood up and walked outside to join his friends as they had their first celebration on their new home planet. Canterlot High - Around the same time “What are you up to Sunset Shimmer?” asked a human version of Twilight Sparkle. “Getting ready for another trip to Equestria,” Replied Sunset before showing off some pictures she printed from a computer. “I think maybe your pony counterpart would love to see these vehicle models for her country.” “But your world doesn’t have Highways,” said Twilight. “True but I think she would like to look at them anyway,” she said as she placed one of her pictures into a folder to place in her backpack. Space On a lone Asteroid a red Autobot with wings and a female physique perked up as she heard a voice all too familiar to her. “He’s alive,” she said in surprise. “I just hope Bee is there with him.”  Windblade then spread her wings, jumped off the space rock and transformed into a sleek jet. With her turbines thrusting, she set off into space. “Hang in there little guy, I’m on my way.” The End...?