//------------------------------// // Jedi Training // Story: Equestria Jedi Girls // by Dinomite123 //------------------------------// On a ship, the turtles, the Rainbooms, and the rest of their allies were on their way to a planet called, Kashyyyk. Mikey and Pinkie were beamed at the sight of a bright blue portal at the window. "Wow! Dudes, they’re like giant walking carpets!" Mikey beamed. "This is really cool. They’re so fluffy! I just want to hug them all!” Pinkie squealed. "It's called lightspeed." Ashoka explained. "It takes us farther to any planet that's far away." "So, what's this planet we're heading too?" Raph asked. "Kashyyyk." Anakin answered. "Huh?" "It's a planet where the Wookies live." "What's a Wookie?" The jedi's sighed "They're towering and noble creatures." Ashoka told them. "You'll understand once you've seen them." Finally, the lightspeed portal vanished. At last, they arrived at a big planet that looks like earth (except it wasn't). "We're approaching Kashyyyk now." Obi Wan said. The ship glided through the atmosphere, the lush green canopies of Kashyyyk’s forests coming into view. The Rainbooms pressed their faces against the windows, their expressions a mix of curiosity and wonder. “Look at those trees!” Fluttershy gasped, her voice filled with awe at the sight of the towering Wroshyr trees. As they landed, the ramp lowered, and the group was greeted by a chorus of deep, harmonious growls and roars. "What are those things?" April sounded scared. "Those are the Wookies I told you about." Ahsoka said. “They might look intimidating, but Wookies are known for their loyalty and bravery. They’re gentle giants at heart." As the door finally opened, the group stepped off the ship, the warm Kashyyyk air greeted them, carrying the rich scents of the forest. Just then, a female Jedi master approaches them. Her hair was tied like a hammer, and she is wearing a brown leather vest. "Welcome to Kashyyyk, young ones." She said. "My name is Mavra Zane, and I'm going to be participating in training you all in the Jedi ways." One particularly large Wookie stepped forward, his fur a shade darker than the rest, and let out a series of thoughtful growls. “This is Chief Tarfful,” Mavra Zane introduced. “He’s one of the most respected leaders among the Wookies.” Mikey, ever the enthusiastic one, attempted to mimic the Wookie’s growls, causing a ripple of laughter among the group and a low chuckle from Tarfful himself. Pinkie Pie bounced excitedly, clapping her hands at the interaction. “Your courage to embrace this new world is commendable,” Mavra continued. “Here, you will learn not just to wield a lightsaber, but also to understand the flow of the Force. It connects us to every living thing, and you’ll find that the Wookies are deeply attuned to it.” "Uh, I'm sorry, lady, but we don't need training!" Raph replied rudely, only to have Leo nogg him. "We really appreciate you helping us learn your ways." Leo said. "But, I don't know if we'll be able to do what you do in this world." "No need to worry." Mavra Zane said. "I believe the force will come to you and you will be able understand the Jedi ways." The group didn't understand about this force religion. "Is this "Force" thing like some sort of guidance or something?" Twilight asked. Mavra nodded. "Partly. " "Our master, also father, has taught us much more." Donnie replied. But this....is something different." Mavra Zane smiled, her eyes reflecting the golden light. “Remember, the Force is as much about knowing oneself as it is about knowing the galaxy. Trust in it, and it will guide you.” The group nodded. "Now, let us begin." The group’s training began with simple exercises, focusing on balance and awareness. "Your training begins with a difficult path. First, you will start by following Chief Tarfful." Mavra pointed to him. "Excuse me, you mean Bigfoot right there." Casey mocked. April nogged him. "Wookies here trained in these for Millennia." Mavra explained. "You must pay attention, observe how the Wookies move through the challenges. Your strength comes from the force. You will control it...if you are to complete your training." Leo was chosen to go first. He stepped forward a training dummy. "These training dummies can be pretty dispatched with a simple kick." Leo used a mighty kick which broke the dummy into pieces. The gang was shocked at that very moment. Leo continued to another dummy one by one. Next obstacle course was going to be kind of dangerous. "For the next task, you must use your senses to avoid these obstacles quickly." Marva said. Leo could see a bunch of barrel obstacles falling back and forth. He wasn't afraid because he took Splinter's training seriously. So, he closed his eyes and meditated on the stand. As an obstacle was approaching him...he ducked. As he stepped forward the more, he dodged every approach. The team was shocked at the whole show. At last, he reached the end. Marva was impressed to see someone with so much potential and confidence. "Now, who wants to go next?" She asked. The all looked at each other. "I'll go next." Raph replied. As he approached a dummy, he began beating at it and then smashed to the ground and started pounding it like his other dummy from the lair. "Enough!" Marva scolded. "That is not how a Jedi does things." Donnie stepped in and showed him how it's done. Donnie approached the dummy. With a calm demeanor, Donnie focused his energy, channeling it through his movements. Instead of brute force, he used precision and fluidity, striking the dummy in key points that caused it to collapse without much effort. The group watched in silence, learning that strength wasn’t just about physical power, but also about control and finesse. After Donnie, it was Mikey’s turn. He approached the task with his usual playful attitude, but there was a concentration in his eyes that wasn’t there before. He moved with a dancer’s grace, dodging and weaving through the obstacles with a smile on his face. His actions were a blend of martial arts and acrobatics, and when he reached the end, he struck a pose, eliciting cheers from his friends. Pinkie Pie was next, and her bubbly personality brought a light-heartedness to the training. She giggled as she hopped from one foot to the other, somehow turning the exercise into a game. Her laughter was infectious, and even Mavra Zane couldn’t help but smile at the display of joy. Fluttershy took her turn with a gentle approach. She seemed to move in harmony with the environment, her steps barely making a sound. Her connection with nature was evident, and it was as if the Force itself was guiding her through the obstacles. Twilight Sparkle, always the studious one, analyzed each challenge before attempting it. She used her intellect to predict the patterns of the obstacles, moving through them with calculated steps. Her methodical approach proved effective, and she completed the course with a nod of satisfaction. April, though initially hesitant, found her rhythm as she progressed. Her movements were cautious but determined, and with each successful step, her confidence grew. Casey, despite his earlier mockery, took the challenge seriously when his turn came. He was agile and quick, his street-smarts coming into play as he navigated the course with surprising skill. "You have all done well, but your path does not end here." Marva said. Later, they were on a grassy area. "A Jedi's ally is the Force, and it is very powerful. Feel it flow through you, but there must be control." "Your teaching us the impossible." Karai moaned. Marva Zane turned to Karai with a patient smile. “What seems impossible now is only the limit of your current understanding,” she said gently. “With time and practice, what is impossible becomes possible.” The group gathered in the grassy clearing, the air alive with the sounds of Kashyyyk’s wildlife. Marva raised her hands, and the group followed suit, closing their eyes to feel the world around them. "Allow me to demonstrate." She ordered. She closed her eyes and raised out her hand. For five seconds there was silence and then...a rock began to lift up. And then it dropped to the ground. "Did you just use telekinesis?" Mikey asked. "It's not that hard." Marva answered. Then he pointed to Leo. "You" I have seen you with a lot of courage and confidence. Why don't you go first?" Leo stepped right in, he sat down, crossed his legs together, closed his eyes, and mediated. Leo’s breathing slowed as he entered a state of deep meditation. The sounds of the forest faded into a harmonious silence, and he could feel the gentle pulse of the Force around him. With his mind’s eye, he visualized the rock that Marva had lifted. “Focus on the rock, Leonardo,” Marva’s voice echoed in his calm mind. “Feel its weight, its texture, and where it rests upon the earth.” Leo extended his hand, palm upward, mirroring Marva’s earlier gesture. He imagined the Force as a current of water, flowing through him, around him, and lifting the rock gently. The group watched with bated breath as, after a moment, the rock quivered and then, almost imperceptibly at first, began to rise. “Yes, that’s it!” Marva encouraged. “Let the Force flow.” The rock lifted higher, and Leo’s concentration deepened. He could sense the curiosity and awe of his friends, but he remained focused, feeling a connection with the rock that was almost tangible. As Leo opened his eyes, the rock hovered before him, a testament to the power of the Force and his own potential. A smile spread across his face, and the group erupted into applause. Mikey whooped with excitement, and even Karai’s eyes held a spark of newfound respect and wonder. Marva nodded approvingly. “Well done, Leonardo. You have taken your first step into a larger world.” "Dude, how did you do that?" Mikey asked Leo with surprise. "I don't know. I was mediating and then..." He stuttered. "Who wants to go next?" Marva asked. Mikey’s hand shot up immediately, his face alight with eagerness. “I’ll give it a shot!” he exclaimed, stepping forward with a grin. He plopped down in front of the rock, mimicking Leo’s meditative pose, though with less grace and more wiggles. “Remember, Michelangelo,” Marva said, her tone a mix of amusement and sternness, “the Force requires focus and calm.” Mikey nodded, took a deep breath, and closed his eyes. The group watched, a collective breath held as they waited to see if the jovial turtle could tap into the Force as Leo had. Seconds ticked by, and the rock remained still. Mikey’s brow furrowed in concentration, his tongue peeking out in a classic display of effort. Then, with a tiny shudder, the rock lifted a mere inch off the ground before plopping back down. Mikey’s eyes snapped open, and he pumped his fist. “Did you see that? It moved!” The group clapped, and even Karai offered a small nod of approval. “Not bad, Mikey,” she conceded. One by one, the rest of the group took their turns. Some found a natural affinity for the Force, while others struggled to find the right balance of concentration and relaxation. Each attempt, successful or not, was met with encouragement and constructive feedback from Marva. As the sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky with hues of orange and purple, the group opened their eyes. They looked at each other, a new understanding passing between them. “You see,” Marva said, her voice soft but clear. “The Force is not just about moving objects or fighting with lightsabers. It is about understanding and harmony. It is the energy that connects all living things, and it is within you all.” The group nodded, a sense of awe and excitement for the future filling them. They had taken their first step into a larger universe, and though the path ahead was uncertain, they knew they would face it together, as one with the Force. "So, what happens now?" April asked. Marva Zane turned to the group, her eyes reflecting the starlight that began to pepper the darkening sky. “Now,” she began, her voice carrying the weight of wisdom and experience, “you continue to train, to learn, and to grow. The path of the Jedi is one of constant discovery—about the Force, about the galaxy, and most importantly, about yourselves.” "Our father has taught us a lot in our martial art, but this is a whole different thing." Leo said Leo’s words hung in the air, a testament to the new and unfamiliar world they had all stepped into. Marva Zane nodded, her expression understanding. “Indeed, Leonardo,” she replied. “The martial arts you have learned from your father are a form of discipline and strength. They are the foundation upon which you can build. But the Force,” she paused, gesturing to the world around them, “is about connection and flow. It’s not just a skill to be mastered; it’s an understanding to be gained.” She walked over to Leo, placing a reassuring hand on his shoulder. “Your father has taught you well, and those lessons will serve you here. The discipline, the focus, the respect for life—these are all part of the Jedi way. You are not starting from the beginning; you are continuing on a path that has prepared you for this moment.” Raph was standing by and listening, but we were not into Marva's words. "Is he seriously falling for that "Force" nonsense?" He rudely thought. "You all have fought in a different way, but it's time you all move to another way. You all will be Jedi soon, I promise." And so, under the watchful gaze of the Wookies and the guidance of Marva Zane, the Rainbooms, the turtles, and their allies settled into their new routine on Kashyyyk, each day bringing them closer to the Force and to each other. The adventure was far from over; in fact, it had only just begun.