//------------------------------// // Fluttershy: Fluttershy v.s. Rarity // Story: Fighting is Magic: Story Mode (Mane Six Edition) // by SuperPinkBrony12 //------------------------------// The stage was packed with ponies of different colors, type, and gender. Some of the eliminated fighters were mixed in as well, and there was not one seat in the audience that was not filled. This newly constructed stadium, in the heart of Canterlot, served as the final stage of the tournament. The loud cheering and thunderous applause was deafening. But it seemed like nothing to Princess Celestia as she addressed the crowd. "Mares and gentlecolts. Children of all ages. After seven rounds of intense fighting and pulse pounding action, it gives me great pleasure to present our two finalists." Princess Celestia said "In one corner we have Fluttershy Breeze. A gentle and shy pegasus, who loves to look after animals of all sizes and species." The spotlights shined on the far left side of the stage, revealing Fluttershy. She let out an "Eep!" as the spotlights focused on her, but tried to pluck up courage. "And in the other corner we have Rarity Belle. A glamorous up and coming fashionista." Princess Celestia said The spotlights went all the way to the other side of the stage, revealing Rarity. She politely waved her hoof to the audience. "Only one of these ponies will emerge victorious and earn the right to face me for the prize." Princess Celestia said "So without further ado, let's get this show on the road!" The audience erupted into applause that was so loud it could be heard for miles. "So you're my next opponent?" Rarity asked "Well I must say I'm surprised. I never would've thought you'd make it this far Fluttershy." "I'm surprised too Rarity." Fluttershy said "I was certain I'd lose in the first round." "Well it looks we were both wrong." Rarity said "But as Princess Celestia said, only one of us can win." "I know." Fluttershy said "So let's find out who it will be." "Yes, let's do so." Rarity said "Best of luck. And don't think I'm going to hold back on you." "I wasn't expecting you to." Fluttershy said. "Then let's stop talking and start fighting." Rarity said. "Now then, a simple coin toss shall determine which stage the fighters will battle on." Princess Celestia said. Using her magic she launched a coin into the air. She let it come back down, and then picked it up, and looked at it. "It's tails!" Princesss Celestia said "So that means, with the help of tournament officials, Rarity's stage will be recreated." She then instructed the unicorns to light up their horns and channel the magic into a special machine. Within seconds the background changed from a state of the art stadium with thousands of screaming fans, to the interior of Carousel Boutique, with all of its mirrors and ponyquins. "Fighters are you ready?" Princess Celestia asked as both Fluttershy and Rarity took up their positions. Both fighters nodded "Round 1, Fight!" Princess Celestia said. Fluttershy decided to break the ice and attacked Rarity with a kick. Rarity had no trouble dodging it and then attacked Fluttershy with a karate chop. "A valiant effort darling, but you'll have to do better then that if you want to beat me" Rarity said. She then fired off a magic blast that Fluttershy barely dodged. Deciding to step things up a little Fluttershy hit Rarity with "The Stare". Rarity was completly immobilized. Fluttershy then attacked her with some punches and kicks. But Rarity quickly recovered and blocked the last attack. "You're getting better." Rarity said "But at this rate I'll have you beat before the real fight begins." "I don't think so." Fluttershy said. She then whistled and within seconds a mob of animals appeared before her. "Get her!" Fluttershy said. "Wait what?!" Rarity said as the animals overwhelmed her. She could not believe such an attack was posssible. And she didn't know what was worse. The fact that a bunch of animals had overpowered her, or the fact that Fluttershy had just taken an early lead. "Are you okay Rarity?" Fluttershy asked. "I'll be fine." Rarity said "I've been in tougher situations then this before." But in truth she was nervous. There was so much at stake. And somehow Fluttershy seemed to be getting stronger with each passing second. She tried her best not to show it however as she unleashed her newest move, her gem finding spell. But instead of just locating gems it also dug them up and threw them at Fluttershy, who was forced to block. "I never knew you could do that." Fluttershy said. "Well a lady is always prepared for any situation." Rarity said "Besides, this spell was due for an upgrade for some time." As the fight dragged on both fighters became bruised and fatigued. But Rarity was unable to close the gap between her and Fluttershy. This was in no small part due to her nervousness. A fact that Fluttershy was quick to notice. "This has gone on for long enough." Rarity said "Now it's time to end this!" she began to charge up her horn in preparation for a fully charged magic blast. But she never got the chance to unleash it. Seeing the glow from Rarity's horn Fluttershy quickly raced forward and hit Rarity with an uppercut. She then flew up and hit Rarity with a flying kick. Rarity tried to block but Fluttershy hit her with a kick. And then a quick low level punch was all it took to bring Rarity down. "K.O.!" Princess Celestia said "Fluttershy wins the first round." "Well, looks like I won that round." Fluttershy said. "Indeed you did." Rarity said, rising to her hooves "I never knew you had it in you." "Actually I think the real reason for my victory is because you're nervous." Fluttershy said "I can see it in your eyes." "Why would I be nervous?" Rarity asked "I've made this far. What do I have to be worried about?" "You're nervous because you're afraid of losing to me." Fluttershy said "And that's because you're worried about what will happen to Sweetie Belle if you lose. I am right?" Rarity sighed, she knew it was no use trying to lie to Fluttershy. "You're right Fluttershy," she said "I'm worried about what will happen to Sweetie Belle if you beat me. I know I shouldn't worry, but I just can't help it. There's so much at stake for me here. I feel so ashamed to admit it, but I really can't afford to lose." "Look Rarity, if you're really that worried I'll gladly split the prize money with you. Or even let you have all of it if I win." Fluttershy said. "Really?" Rarity asked "You'd do that for me?" "Of course." Fluttershy said "After all isn't friendship about helping others in need?" "You're right." Rarity said "Of course I'm still not going to go down easily. I'm going to give it my all and I hope you'll do the same." "You've got nothing to worry about Rarity." Fluttershy said "I promise I'll fight to the best of my ability." She then felt her wounds being healed and her stamina being restored by Princess Celestia. "Best of luck to you Fluttershy." Rarity said "Let's see which of us is better." "Fighters are you ready?" Princess Celestia asked as both fighters again took up their positions. Both fighters nodded. "Round 2, Fight!" Princess Celestia said. "Let's not waste any time and get the ball rolling." Rarity said, starting things off with a karate chop. Fluttershy blocked it and countered with a sweeping kick. "I hope you can do better then that Rarity." Fluttershy said "That was too easy." "Just be patient Fluttershy." Rarity said "I'm just getting warmed up. The real fight starts now!" She then activated her gem finding spell and attacked Fluttershy with gems of all different shapes, sizes, and colors. Fluttershy was unable to dodge the attack but managed to block most of the gems. Though she still took quite a bit of damage. "Time to get serious." she thought to herself. She hit Rarity with "The Stare" and then whistled to her animal friends. Within seconds they had formed a mob and swarmed over Rarity. The barrage of animals allowed Fluttershy to tie things up. A fact that Rarity quickly took notice of. She charged up her horn and fired off a magic blast. But Fluttershy flew up and dodged it. Rarity seemed surprise "You didn't think I was gonna make it easy for you did you?" Fluttershy asked Rarity. "Of course not." Rarity said "I just wasn't expecting you to respond so quickly." "I'm just good at thinking on my hooves is all." Fluttershy said. As the fight continued both fighters traded attack after attack and matched each other blow for blow. This intense seesaw match had everyone on the edge of their seats. Not surprisingly both fighters soon became bruised and fatigued as time passed. But unlike the previous round, it was impossible to tell who had the advantage. "Well Fluttershy it's been an honor facing off against you." Rarity said "You really have been a worthy opponent, and I've enjoyed our fight." "Glad you think so Rarity." Fluttershy said "You've really come a long way. And I'm glad to see that you're no longer worried about losing." "Indeed." Rarity said "But I'm afraid this fight can't last for much longer. So it's time to find out which one of us will grab glory." She then tried to start a combo with a karate chop. "Not on my watch." Fluttershy said, sidestepping the attack. Rarity was shocked and before she had a chance to recover she was hit by "The Stare" once again. Fluttershy then attacked Rarity with a few punches, an uppercut, a regular kick, a sweeping kick, and then a flying kick to finish it off. The combo proved to be too much for Rarity, and she fell to the ground. "K.O.!" Princess Celestia said "The winner of this match is Fluttershy, who has earned the right to face." The background then changed back to the Canterlot Stadium. Ponies were screaming and cheering wildly. "I can't believe it, but I lost." Rarity said, rising to her hooves "And to you of all ponies." "Talk about your upest victory." Fluttershy said, panting heavily. "Well now that you've beaten me, there should be no excuse as to why you can't beat Princess Celestia." Rarity said. "I'd almost forgotten about that." Fluttershy said, gulping slightly. "Come on now, don't be nervous." Rarity said "I'm sure you'll do great. And I'm sure our friends think the same way." "Darn right we do!" Rainbow Dash said "I never though you'd get this far Fluttershy. So you'd better go all the way." "All we can ask for is for you to do your best." Applejack said. "But don't be nervous." Pinkie Pie said "And if you win I'll throw you an awesome party. It'll be so cool." "Princess Celestia is not a pony to be taken lightly Fluttershy." Twilight said "So be careful." "Relax Twilight!" Rainbow Dash said "Fluttershy's not going to lose! Right Fluttershy?!" "Oh um yes. At least I think so." Fluttershy said. "R.D. will ya kindly stop intimidating Fluttershy? You're not making things any better." Applejack said. "Heh heh. Sorry about that." Rainbow Dash said "No hard feelings right?" "I guess." Fluttershy said. "Glad to hear that." Twilight said "I'm really looking forward to this next fight." "I've already got the popcorn." Pinkie Pie said "Don't worry there's plently to go around." "Eh popcorn's not really my thing." Applejack said. "Oh well more for me." Pinkie Pie said. "Just get out there and fight to the best of your ability." Twilight said. "Thanks for your support girls." Fluttershy said, Princess Celestia then healed her wounds and restored her stamina "Wish me luck." "You don't need luck." Pinkie Pie said "You've proven that."