//------------------------------// // Reinforcements // Story: Humans Assemble! // by Mistershield //------------------------------// Chapter 71- Reinforcements “So, what are we exactly looking for?” Otacon asked, looking around the very large library. While he expected a large one, he had no idea these guys still used scrolls. It seemed very well kept at least. Twilight used a teleport spells, bringing them all in at the same time to look around. Luckily, there seemed to be no after effects to the spell. Not even a headache. “We are looking for a book or scroll in the Star Swirl section of the library,” Distant Star replied. He stepped up to the wing and started to look through the names on the shelves. “Drat. It looks like there are books here also about him and on his magic theories- Not just things he had written. I think it’s safe to skip the ones not written by him.” “I see. Please tell me that the book is a self annotation... No? Pity,” Snape remarked as Distant shook his head to the sides. The wizard had hoped that this book would be like his Advanced Potions book, one that would give advice and hints. “Forgive me, Snape, but some magic artifacts were not even conceived back then. No, we will have to find a scroll or book with a puzzle key on it,” Distant spoke as he looked through the items. “Alright. I did as you asked, and you explained about the Dark Brand. But would you mind explaining a few more things?” Twilight asked, stepping away from Otacon. “Fine. Snape, Otacon. You are both smart. Start reading through things. We are looking for the phrase... Oh, what was it?” Distant frowned a bit. “Are we looking for a typo? Maybe invisible ink? Words that can only be seen with moon light?” Otacon asked, getting excited now. Looks like he was now going through a treasure hunt! “The key phrase is “One must find the hidden meaning.” Least I think that’s how it goes. Unfortunately, my father never-” “Your FATHER?! Star Swirl the Bearded- One of Equestria’s greatest minds, is your father!?!” Twilight Sparkle jumped, screaming at the revelation. Her eyes were wide open, her right hoof pointing at the gray unicorn. “Oh, I didn’t tell you?” Distant smirked, enjoying the reaction from Twilight. “Why do you think I’m wearing his things?” “Distant...” Snape warned, a bit of edge in his voice. “Focus. I swear, you’re worse than a child.” “Oh right. The key-” “You’re his son?!” Twilight screamed out loud, her mane coming a bit undone as her left eye twitched. “Up is down! Left is Right! Black is White! Everything I know is wrong!” “Twilight?” Otacon raised his eyebrows, moving slowly towards her. “You ok?” “Otacon! The world I know is a lie! Celestia allows murder attempts! Discord is a hero! I’m a necromancer! And-” Twilight started to fidget, moving her tail to her chest as she fell to the ground to pet it.. “Otacon?” Distant released a sigh. “Fix her.” “How?” The engineer raised his left hand, motioning to Twilight as she mumbled on the ground. “How does Prince Charming fix Sleeping Beauty?” Otacon’s eyes relaxed a bit, his hand moving down back to his side. “Are you serious?” “Oh, this is the land of magical ponies and rainbows,” Snape rolled his eyes and moved to grab a book and start reading for the key phrase. “Do you really have a problem believing that the magic of love can cause miracles?” “Can she even hear us?” “I think Twilight is in her own little world now...” Distant leaned down. “I had no idea I would break her like this when I revealed the news.” The gray unicorn had an eyebrow raised, looking down at the mumbling purple unicorn. “Anyway. Do it, Dr. Love.” Otacon released a sigh, eyes closed to shake his head to the sides. It’s not that he didn’t like Twilight. Far from it! He really liked her smile, her studious mind, and her friendly demeanor when she wasn’t asking for more horn massages. Also, she was very affectionate and kind. When they talked, she had a cute laugh, though she could be pretty talkative when it came to planning. He blushed a bit, remembering her warmth at his side. “Well?” Snape asked, lifting his eyebrow from his book. “Twilight?” Otacon asked, getting down on his left knee. He smiled at her, each one of his hands moving to her face. “Otacon?” Twilight picked up her head from the ground a bit, her eyes trying to focus on his face. “The whole world-” “Oh hey, look at me,” Otacon smiled, a bit nervous. He tried not to show it, leaning his face slowly closer to her own. “I’m still here, right?” “Ye... Yeah?” Twilight said, moving to get on her bent legs slowly. Her mane fell against the side of her face. She stared at his face, waiting for him to speak again. Otacon struggled, wondering what to say. Still, he stared at those large eyes of hers. “And I’m glad you brought me here,” He said, finally. “You are the cutest unicorn I know.” “But... but... But what about the-” “Twilight,” Otacon moved his face in more, each one of his hands holding the side of her face. His thumbs moved up and down her cheekbones to stroke her coat. “So, are you saying I’m not worth it?” “Don’t you even say that!” Twilight moved to stand, narrowing her eyes at him. “You’re smart, cute, patient, caring, warm, and... And...” She stopped herself, shaking her head to the sides. “Of course you’re worth it. My champion may not be strong or powerful. But with less than a day here, you brought all those other champions down with your strikes. Even Dan should fear you.” Otacon chuckled, glad... Uh, why was her face getting closer? “Twilight?” “You’re my partner,” She whispered. “And although my magic is so powerful... It was no match for your scientific mind.” The purple unicorn shut her eyes and leaned in. Otacon could feel the warmth breath of her words as she whispered. Boy, when Twilight focused on something, she really focused on the task at hand. Distant Star raised his left hoof, as if motioning for him to go on already. Snape shuddered, glad he didn’t have to kiss Distant. Otacon shut his eyes, moving his face to meet her own. Their lips matched for the moment, because they both pulled back a bit. Each one sported a blush on their cheeks, unable to meet each other in the eye. “Again?” Twilight whispered. Otacon picked up his head, turning his head slightly to peek at her face. “Are... Are you sure?” “This time- A little longer, maybe?” Twilight turned her head, she smile getting wider. Snape turned to look at Distant and mouthed “Do we have time for this?” Distant nodded, grinning at the first kiss of Twilight. He shut his eyes and conjured up Twilight’s Tiara over their heads. Snape opened up his eyes and then nodded, getting the hint. Distant dropped the tiara on Twilight and stepped back a bit, waiting for the light show. “Huh?” Twilight blinked twice, lifting her eyes to try to look the Element of Magic. “Your tiara?” Otacon blinked as well, confused by the appearance of the Element. “I think- We’re ready,” Twilight blushed once more, lowering her head a bit to adjust it in place. Once more, Otacon moved his hands to hold her cheeks. Science- Robots for him. Gear, even the little MK gear models he was tinkering with. This time, the mare moved her hooves up to rest on his shoulders. Magic was her element. The magic of friendship- and maybe even now, her first love. She leaned in once more, her eyes close to kiss. He met her again, this time holding his breath. “What happens when magic and science collide?” Distant whispered. His answer? Twilight’s horn begun to glow, and her form lifted from the ground. Otacon’s body begun to be enveloped in a purple light. Soon enough, the engineer’s feet were no longer touching the ground as they both hovered and slowly start twirling in mid-air. Snape lowered the book in his hand to look at the two, a bit wistful. They two stopped after a second, landing to stand on the ground. Twilight’s closed eyes opened a bit, trying to settle the feelings going through her. He tasted... Good. Otacon blinked once, turning to look at the back of his right hand. Sure enough, he obtained his Brand. ________________________________ Wesker landed on a wooden post, debating if he should also destroy the piers as well. The smaller ships had no problems breaking under his fists- Parts of metal sank, some wood floated on the water, and some things were also on fire. Screams of ponies were getting louder and louder, each ship being destroyed causing more and more quadrupeds fill the water and boardwalk. The larger ships made more of a splash- Wesker’s magnum was used to weaken metal parts so he could destroy them without too much effort. “Halt! You’re under- Oh sweet Celestia, is this my bone?” The red police pegasi pony was looking at her front left hoof. Just a second ago, she was trying to not piss on herself at the thought of arresting Wesker. But now, the bone had torn through her skin and coat to point at her eye. Finally feeling the pain, she fell to the ground and clutched her front hoof in pain as tears fell from her eyes. Blood fell a bit from the wound. “I was having a conversation,” Wesker frowned, looking down at the pegasi as he was finally moving slowly enough for the naked eye to perceive. He had darted off before, using his high speed to vanish and then break the leg. Breaking her bone felt not harder than breaking a stick of candy. “So like I was saying before I was interrupted, Lex has a point. The best way to take over any government is to not control the money- but the flow of it.” Wesker walked over to grab the pegasus and tossed her into her partner. “You mind? You’re police, I’m assuming. Best evacuate to the resort area...” *************************************************** “Really? The flow?” Kefka floated over to a few ponies trying to escape by airship. He raised a hand, firing off a few Waggle-Wobbly Firaga balls. The balloons and airships in the air quickly caught on fire. Thankfully, using this weaker version of his fire spells didn’t make them outright explode. Guess some horse got the bright idea to place protection spells on these floating hydrogen airships. They did however, catch of fire and sink from the air. “I suppose it’s better than being a jester and slowly gain political power...” **************************************************** “Yes, the flow. Anyone can destroy and kill- but that only makes rebels and others hire assassins to try to get you,” Luthor said. “And simply having the money makes you a target for others.” The bald businessman continued flying through the air and raised each of his hands. Energy shots continued to fire from each glove, making contact with the buildings and exploding in small bursts. Debris rained down, dust clouding the streets like a parade at each end of the sidewalk. Ponies screamed as they ran from the flying metal construct. “But if you control the flow of business and how money is distributed...” ****************************************************** “Yes, I see. Those foolish enough to try to control and make all the money, would have to come to you and make themselves your ally. Yes... And with time, who knows? They could owe you a favor or two,” Xehanort complemented Luthor. While conquest was not his prerogative, there was always a lesson or two to be learned if one needs to control others. Using magic was the fastest- But to control someone through monetary suppression and intimidation? Fascinating. He watched as the Heartless ran amok through the residential area. Ponies trying to fight back were finding themselves quickly overrun. Shadows would just pop up and down, avoiding attacks and launching counter ones. A heartless rode a pony, it’s small arms holding to the neck of the pegasus as it ran and screamed off the top of it’s head. And then a second later, the pegasus transformed. The heartless fell on the ground, lifting his dark round head to look at a heart floating up and then vanish into the air. Master Xehanort stopped himself, lifting his left eyebrow and follow the heart with his head. “Huh. I was not expecting that...” The old keyblade master mused. Were the heartless still connected to Kingdom Hearts? Or was a new Kingdom Hearts being made here? Either way, he better call the heartless back- “WWWWRRRAAARRR!” “What?” A figure of ash white with red paint along his form jumped out from a window from a two story building. The human landed on the ground after rolling for a bit on his left knee to stop himself. Save for a battle skirt around his waist and a pair of boots on his legs, the bald man was naked. On each arm, chains of gold were wrapped, each hand holding to a pair of short but very wide swords. Kratos, The God of War, stood up to his full stature and look back to the house. “Kratos, you get back here! We’re still talking to my parents about the wedding!” Octavia poked her head through the window to look at her supposed fiance. “No! Dark denizens wander about, and you expect me to just sit inside and listen to your parents’ pratel?!” Kratos yelled back. In reality, all he needed was one excuse to get the hell out of Octavia’s father scrutiny. “You’re just afraid of commitment!” Octavia yelled back. “I don’t have time for this!” The Spartan turned away from the house and looked back at Xehanort. “You there! Are you a god that has taken over Hades’ minions?” “Pain and Panic?” Xehanort raised his eyebrows. How did this warrior know about those lackeys? “What?” Kratos asked, confused by that statement. Had he even met those gods? “Octavia dear, what is your fiance doing?” Octavia was joined by her father, looking out the window. “You’re... going to marry a pony?” “Enough talk!” Kratos yelled out, desperately trying to change the conversation. *********************************************** “Xehanort?” Luthor stopped floating for a second and narrowed his eyes. Had a human finally shown up? “Gilgamesh!” What is-” “Cheers Fancy Pants! Half as long!” Zeke yelled out as he flew through the air. “And, umm... Oh. How does that go again?!” Fancy Pants yelled out from the rooftop Zeke jumped from. The large man wore a pair of sunglasses, a dirty white shirt under a safari jacket, and a pair of pants. Somewhere along the line, he lost his boots. “Who?” Luthor turned around in place for a second and lift his head, only to spot a fat man coming at him with... A giant tuning fork?! “Twice as Bright!” Zeke yelled out, driving the modified Amp down as he landed on Luthor’s chest. Electricity begun to flow from the Amp and begin to shoot out and spread through the battle suit. “No you fool! We’re twenty stories up! You’ll kill us both!” Luthor cried out, moving his arms to try and push the fat man off. “Hell! I already died once!” Zeke grinned, holding on to the Amp’s handle for dear life. Warning signals flared out from Luthor’s suit as they quickly plummeted to the ground. ____________________________________ Kefka blinked once, hearing the conversation had stopped. Immediately, he raised both of his hands up, clapping. “Finally! I get to play properly!” The clown hopped up and down on each leg, still floating in the air. He guessed that some horses or a counter resistance from humans interrupted him. Oh, how long had he been waiting for this moment? While ponies were off limits, no one said anything about humans! “Why are you so excited... Oh why did it have to be a clown?” “Oh goodie! My play date! Let’s see... Oh, why did it have to be a pretty boy?” Kefka sighed. Standing on a flying carpet stood a young man, about 20. He had the typical pretty boy look- long hair, white out of all colors- The long hair was tied in a ponytail. Slim build, dressed in red clothes with a ridiculous cape over his shoulder. Black gloves on his hands, and ridiculous long white boots on his feet and legs. Was this so called human champion also wearing earrings? He had a bow in his hands, but he didn’t look like a ranger. A Red Mage, maybe? “Just do me a favor? Die with a look of horror on your face.” “Die? I do say, I think you have the wrong idea about a Templar Knight,” Angelo replied. Both smirked, trying to get a rise out of the other. Photo Finish looked between the two. “Vat?” _______________________________________ “Get them out of here! We got no more rooms for ponies in ER!” A nurse mare yelled outside the said wing. Orderlies, doctors, and nurse ponies moved from patient to patient, trying to get priority. Moans and pains of the injured filled the area, along with the tension and sadness of the friends and families trying to find help for their loved ones. “And where can we go? One of the hospitals already got damaged!” An orderly yelled out. “They keep telling us to head to the resorts, but they have no medical supplies there!” “Get tents! Set up medical tents outside the hospital!” A mare yelled out. She frowned a bit, looking around at the staff not looking at a patient. She had a red cross on her flank, and light pink color to her mane and tail. “With any luck, the invaders will see the medical cross on the tents and let them be!” Nurse Redheart yelled out. “And why should we do that?!” “Because dummkopf,” A German accented voice spoke out. “I can practice medicine faster in ze line!” The male replied behind them all at the hospital entrance. All of the ponies turned their heads to look at a human male standing with the light of the sun behind him. White doves floated out from his sides as wind made his heavy overcoat flap against his dress attire. Red gloves held on to what looked like a portable x-ray machine. A pair of glasses adorned his face as he sported a smile. “Who... Who are you?” A pony asked, slowly approaching the man. “Red Medic, herr fraulein,” He replied as his hand moved to turn on his Kritzkrieg. The medigun hummed to life with a red light. He moved to point the gun at an injured unicorn, who had it’s horn moved. After a few seconds, the pony was surrounded in a red light and was being healed slowly. After 8 seconds, the unicorn was restored to perfect health. “Herr Doktor!” Red Heart squeed. She was not expecting him until the patients were pulled to the tents. Unlike the other scary humans, this man was a healer. He even had her cutie mark on his bands. “Move it out! The faster we get them in a line, the faster he can heal them!” ____________________________________ “Wesker! The other humans are being attacked,” Gilgamesh warned Wesker. “Humans? These ponies don’t seem much of a threat,” Wesker replied. Even the so called magical ponies that were such a threat to Vegeta seemed... Lame. According to Sombra, the best defensive spell used was a stasis or levitation aura. A unicorn was going to blast him with a spell to levitate him, but the T-virus infected human decide on a quick pre-emptive attack. Wesker drew his right hand out quickly, drawing his magnum to fire a shot at the unicorn. The pony freezed, the metal shot whizzed by her mane and left a deep imprint into the pier behind her. By imprint, it meant splinter and get destroyed. Hopefully, the ponies got the clue to leave him alone, he didn’t want to waste bullets. “Hey, why don’t ya try messing with someone your own size?” A voice called out. Wesker picked up his head, turning to look at a strange pair walking up to him. “Treat me like a pushover, you’ll get the once over!” A blue minotaur roared as he walked up. Iron Will moved his left arm in a circle to warm himself up. “You know- Normally, I step in and let someone else take the glory, and just help out. But just this once, I think I’ll let this one slide,” A human spoke alongside Iron Will. He was dressed in black from head to toe, sporting a guitar and an axe on his back. A metal skull was his belt buckle and the emblem on his shirt. This guy sported a goatee, like the minotaur- But the horned creature had short mane, while the human had long hair. Unlike Wesker, who wore a leather trench coat, this guy wore a normal leather jacket that was sleeveless. “But you made it personal when you messed with our gig.” “And who are you two supposed to be? Siegfried and Roy?” Wesker taunted as he stood up to adjust his gloves. These two looked strong. “I’m... Iron Will.” The minotaur raised an eyebrow, not sure what the reference alluded to. “He’s Eddie, greatest Roadie of all Time!” Iron Will grunted, white smoke escaping his nostrils as he snorted. “Hey boss, I got this. Can’t let you get hurt,” Eddie smiled, moving a hand to slide his black hair “Fine. Show them how you rock!” ____________________________________ “Humans? Finally. Let’s take a feel of their power levels,” Vegeta said in a low voice. While he learned the ability to sense power levels- He was relatively new to it. While he focused on his power level detection, he raised his left hand, tired of the conversation the others had been having before. Better do something than just stand there and look intimidating. By simply forcing his energy into the water, he had sent the remaining ships and life preserved ponies in the direction of the resorts. “There we go...” Vegeta opened his eyes. Several power levels going up all at once. But they were pitiful. At best, maybe one or two of them were at the same level as that stupid bald midget. One felt the same as the half saiyan brat. But none of them were even close to his level, or even the namekian. But then again, maybe they were hiding their power levels like Kakarot had. Or they used magic, like the clown or the old man. “Hey, what’s going on?” A voice spoke, flying up to the side of Vegeta. The man was wearing a blue dress suit and tie, though the sleeves had been torn off the shirt and jacket. He had short brown hair, and sported a five o'clock shadow. Each of the man’s hands held onto handles coming out of the Rainbow Jetpack. The jetpack kept him aloft, firing a rainbow from the exhaust ports on the back. “Some humans are being stupid, fighting other humans,” Vegeta replied, almost bored. “Really? And what are you doing exactly?” “Me? Just sending the ponies to land,” The saiyan prince rolled his eyes. Stupid pegasus. “Oh! So you got a pony partner too?” “Some unicorn... And who are you?” Vegeta turned his head, finally facing the voice talking to him. And- it wasn’t a pegasus like he originally thought. “Oh, sorry. Name’s Barry Steakfries! Good to see someone else lending a hand.” Barry grinned, giving Vegeta a winning smile. “Barry! You give the Rainbow Blaster back before the scientists get mad!” Caramel yelled out from the shore line Chapter Proofread by LyonAzakura Bonus:. “Hmm... been a while since I used this costume,” Sokka spoke as he looked into the mirror. With all of these humans out and about, it may be a good idea to get a costume in case more bad humans showed up. The water tribesman wore his Fire nation tunic, his mustache and beard. “Looking good, Mr. Wang Fire,” Sokka added, lifting his left hand to stroke his beard. “Who are you?” “Huh? Oh, Derpy!” Sokka turned to look back at his partner. Hah! He knew it, his costume was really good. “Don’t you “Derpy” me, mister! Only close friends and family get to call me that! My name’s Ditzy Do!” She said, frowning at him. “Why are you in my house?” “Derpy? But it’s me-” Click. Sokka opened his mouth a bit, wondering why Derpy shut the door closed. “Why did you-” “You know, you’re in my house. By law, I can defend myself and do anything to you...” Derpy closed her eyes a little. She turned to face him, her wings spreading straight out ahead of herself. “Uh...” Sokka took a step back, moving away from the pegasus as she got closer. Those were not the eyes of a fighter... “Derpy, it’s me-” “Oh no. You’ll not get off that easy- Mr. Handsome Beard,” Derpy purred. Each of her footsteps slunk out deliberately. “Are you trying to seduce me?” “Seduce? Oh no no no, Mr. Mustache. I’m going to defend myself from an intruder...” Derpy spoke in a husky voice. “Dinky!!!” Sokka screamed out, looking around for backup. “Oh, so you know about my daughter? It will be so much easier to tell her about her new father...” Sokka’s eyes shut a bit as Derpy closed the distance with a sultry swagger.