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// Chapter 5 - The Hunger Games Comes Early 
// Story: Minecraft Beginnings 
// by The EnderPony Master 
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	After reading through the letter, Twilight was nervous with the stallion. Was he some sort of criminal? What did she mean by 'similar'? Though, she was given orders.

'This must be important,' Twilight Thought. 'I better get everypony out of here, just gotta act normal'

"So what's is say, Twilight?" Spike asked.

"Oh, it's nothing too important. Celestia said that she'll be coming here soon to greet our guest." Twilight said as she trotted to the door. "Say, why don't we all take this chat outside while we wait for the princesses to arrive."

"Wow Twilight." Rainbow spoke. "I didn't know an Egghead like you can learn how to loosen up. You always go to 'Perfection Freak' mode if the princesses come. What's the deal?"

"Well, if you must know, I can relax too Rainbow Dash. I just thought it would be nice to be outside for a bit." Twilight Replied. Also a bit irritated about the 'Perfection Freak' name earlier.

Unknown to everypony, Shadow have been listening to the conversation from the start.





'There's something going on and I don't think this 'Celestia' person isn't coming just for a visit' Shadow Thought.

"Hey girls," Getting there attentions. "I think it is a good idea to go outside. It's a sunny day out there and I think we could enjoy the nice breeze."

"Wait," Rarity spoke. "I don't want to cause a delay, but none of us have gotten your name."

"Oh, where are my manners? My name is Shadow the Enderpony."

'Enderpony? Now where did that come from?' Shadow Thought. 'I'm an Enderman! I haven't been in this place for a day and starting to change already. Well, more than I already am.'

Shadow walked passed Twilight and went out the door. When he got out, the door slammed shut right behind him.

'I knew something was up from the beginning.'

Before Shadow could teleport inside, a beam came out of nowhere and exploded in front of him. He turned around and saw two different ponies.

"Stay where you monster!" Celestia Demanded. "Who are you and what are you?! I can tell that you are no ordinary pony!"

"*Gasp* Me?! A monster?!" Shadow Teased. "Why would you say such a thing? Did I forgot to bow for you glory?"

"Don't you speak such vile to my sister!" Luna Shouted. "Thou won't be so mighty after you're vanquished naïve!"

Luna charged up her horn an fired a lightning bolt straight a Shadow and exploded. When the smoke was cleared, both royal sisters looked on shocked that there was a crater, but there was no monster. There was a sound behind them, Shadow teleported out of danger in a blink of an eye.

"So, you want to fight a monster?!" Shadow yelled in anger. "Well, you got yourself a Mob Brawl!!" *SSSCCCRRREEEEEEEEEEEEEEECCCHHHH*

Faster than anypony can act, he swung both his front legs right at Luna and repeatedly slammed her into the ground. He would have ended her right there, if a beam hadn't struck Shadow in the back. That made him even angrier as he teleported in front of Celestia, a few feet away from her. Before Shadow can throw another attack,  he looked around to see a crowd of ponies that watched the entire fight, looking both amazed and terrified.

'What am I doing?' Shadow Thought. 'I'm suppose to be on their good side not the other way around. I know what I must do.'

To Celestia's confusion, Shadow sat on his haunch and put his front hooves behind his head.

"I surrender, and I apology for causing disturbance to the peace." Shadow Declared. "I am ready to accept my faith, as I nearly took an innocent life by my aggressive actions."

The crowd of ponies looked on confused and shock at this new-comer's behavior. Some started muttering to each other.

"Who is this stallion?"

"Did you see that fight?!"

"He took out one of the royal sisters in seconds!"

"Why is he surrendering?"

"Does he like muffins?"

Celestia looked on as Shadow closed his Ender eyes and lowered his head, ready for his demise. Normally, Celestia would have rid of any threat that harm her ponies, especially her sister. Except, there was something odd about this pony that she finds interesting. He might of started to fight royalty, but he also immediately gave up and turned himself in for causing harm to somepony like Luna. Thankfully, Luna only gotten a minor injury. Maybe, a few bruised ribs and bumps.

"Guards, please take Luna back to Canterlot and put her in the West Wing Hospital." Celestia ordered as she walk towards Shadow.

The royal guards saluted and did as they've been ordered. Celestia stopped right in front of the Enderpony, as Shadow look up still waiting for his punishment.

"Who are you mysterious stallion?" She Asked. "And what are your intentions in Equestria?"

"...My name is Shadow the Enderpony your highness." Shadow finally spoked. "And my intentions are to make peace with this land's inhabitants, but out of anger, I attacked royalty and caused emotional distress to you subjects."

Celestia thought for a second, then smiled as the Mane 6 finally came out.

"Shadow the Enderpony, I here by decree that you shall be... pardoned for you actions." She Declared. Everypony and Shadow looked at the Princess of the Sun with confusion.

"However, for causing disturbance to the community and minor injury to my sister, you must do community service for 2 months to recover from your accidental crime. Do you accept?"

Shadow thought for a second. "I accept you offer your highness."

"Very well, you will also be looked after by the Elements of Harmony as you live among one of them." Celestia turned to the 6 mares. " Can you handle this task?"

Twilight spoke. "Of course Celestia, you can count on us for this task."

Celestia smiled as she's ready to take flight, when she turned around towards Shadow.

"And Shadow," Shadow leaned closer. " Welcome to Equestria. Try to stay out of trouble." She smirked as she took flight towards Canterlot to check on a certain Princess of the Night.