//------------------------------// // Coming to a Blind Alley-corn // Story: Ƈяẏρţ๏ƶȭ๏ℓỡǥ¥ // by Purple Smart //------------------------------// Alicorn - Alicorns combine the aspects of the three main pony species. They have the magical powers of the unicorns, the flight abilities of the Pegasi, and the strength of a good, true heart of an Earth Pony. The appearance of alicorns are very rare, and as of now, there are three- Wait, only three?, thought Field Work as he looked up from his notes. Let's see, there's Celestia, who raises the sun. Luna, she raises the moon. Cadence, ruler of the Crystal Empire... Oh! Wait! There's that new alicorn! He looks up at the crystal tree house in front of him, shaking his head for forgetting about the one alicorn he was searching for. Now, what was her name again? Ah, I'll figure it out later. Alicorn - Alicorns combine the aspects of the three main pony species. They have the magical powers of the unicorns, the flight abilities of the Pegasi, and the strength of a good, true heart of an Earth Pony. The appearance of alicorns are very rare, and as of now, there are three FOUR different alicorns, each with an important role in Equestrian society. Eh, a bit short. I'll add more later. Field pushed the doors open and walked in. Before him stood an impressive collection of books from all over Equestria. Not even the Royal Canterlot Archives rivals the amount of documents in this castle, as stacks and stacks of books, parchments, and scrolls fill rows and rows of bookcases, tables, and posts. A particular book stood out to him, mostly because it was isolated from the other books in front of what appears to be a large mirror, but he decided that wasn't important right now. What is really important is that he finds what he was looking for. A purple alicorn approached him, although her head is too busy being buried in a book to look at the newcomer. "Sorry, it's after hours, I can't help you right n- oh!" She looked up. "Hello! My name is Twilight Sparkle, are you new around here?" "No, I just been hiding in my house all these years and I finally decided to come out of my house for the first time to pay tribute to the resident Princess." said Field Work sarcastically. Twilight had trouble thinking of a response. "Oh... um... good for you?" Field waved the comment away. "Kidding, kidding. I'm not from around here. I was wondering if I could look through some of these books?" "Well, normally, I wouldn't let ponies in, since this is the time I do some research, but since you are new and not aware of the opening hours, I'll let you stay this time. What is your name again?" "Field Work." Twilight smiled. "Ah, are you a bit of a researcher?" "You could say that. It's a closer guess than what that pink earth pony thought I was." Twilight covered up a giggle. "Heh, I guess you've already met Pinkie, and she's probably going to throw you a welcoming party. Well, I'm a bit busy right now, but let me know if you need anything." She walked off. Field Work took out his notepad and flipped to the page on alicorns. He decided that he should try to add a little bit more to his notes, although at this point it is all mainly speculation. Alicorn - Alicorns combine the aspects of the three main pony species. They have the magical powers of the unicorns, the flight abilities of the Pegasi, and the strength of a good, true heart of an Earth Pony. The appearance of alicorns are very rare, and as of now, there are four different alicorns, each with an important role in Equestrian society. Although each role varies differently from each other, it is without a doubt that they hold an equal amount of importance in maintaining stability. The origin of the alicorn remains unknown, but once transformed, an alicorn has the strongest of all magical powers, and use their skills for the betterment of ponykind. Satisfied, Field put down his notepad. Alright, time to find some information. After several hours of fruitless searching, Field Work groaned. He was getting nowhere fast. It's well into the night, and he still hasn't gotten anywhere near what he was hoping to achieve that day. Frustrated, he decided to leave and come back tomorrow. Except for the fact that it seems to be really dark all of a sudden. Huh, he thought, I could have sworn that there were at least a few candles lit up a while ago... "Hello? Erm... Twilight? Are you there?" Field work tried to use his hooves to slowly feel his way around. "Twilight, if you're there, I could use some help..." Suddenly, his hooves came across something fluffy. Huh, what's this? Suddenly the room was lit up, and Field found himself holding the mane of the pink pony he met earlier. He was also surrounded by many other ponies who all simultaneously yelled, "SURPRISE!!!" as balloons and streamers slowly became more noticeable in the room. "Surprise!" yelled Pinkie Pie. "Were ya surprised? Were ya? Huh? I hope you really like this party cause I spent a lot of time planning this. Okay, maybe it wasn't originally a welcoming party, but hey, now that you're here it can be a welcoming party! Come on, let's HAVE SOME FUN!!!" Everypony cheered and started to celebrate. Music began playing in the background. Field Work rolled his eyes. Well, this has been hopeless, but a party does sound nice right now. Maybe I will stay for a little while, and then I'll- hmm? Field turned around as he felt somepony tap his shoulder. It was Twilight. "Oh, hello Twilight." "Hello... Field, was it? Sorry I didn't give you a better warning, but you'll get use to Pinkie Pie eventually." Twilight grinned. "I hope you enjoy your stay here!" "Actually, Miss, I was planning to leave after this party." "Oh? Was it something I said?" Twilight said apologetically. "Not at all, Miss. I merely came here to look through your archives, but I could not find what I was searching for." "Hmm... is there any way I could help? You were calling my name earlier..." Field gave a sheepish grin. "Oh, I just needed some help getting around in the darkness, sorry about that." Twilight nodded her head. "Well, the offer still stands. If you ever need any help, I'll assist in any way I can." She began to walk away. "Wait, actually..." Field started, causing Twilight to turn back around. "you might actually be able to help me, except... nah, let's not worry about it tonight. There's a welcoming party to celebrate! Let's go and have fun." Field smiled. Twilight smiled and walked away again. Field pulled out his notepad and made one more addition. Alicorn - Alicorns combine the aspects of the three main pony species. They have the magical powers of the unicorns, the flight abilities of the Pegasi, and the strength of a good, true heart of an Earth Pony. The appearance of alicorns are very rare, and as of now, there are four different alicorns, each with an important role in Equestrian society.Although each role varies differently from each other, it is without a doubt that they hold an equal amount of importance in maintaining stability. The origin of the alicorn remains unknown, but once transformed, an alicorn has the strongest of all magical powers, and use their skills for the betterment of ponykind. Alicorns, or at least one in particular, are very willing to help those in need. They offer their services to assist those who need it, and for that I am grateful. Smiling, Field work put away the notepad and went to enjoy the party. Well, I'm staying in this city for a little bit longer, that's for sure.