Stardate 87358.12 (5/11/2410)

Captains log: USS Dawnstar

Commanding Officer: Vice Admiral Sarcon

In light of the discovery of the Pegasus named Rainbow Dash achieving warp speed, we have learned of the similarities the ponies share with humanity. there is only one possible answer to this riddle and this must be the doing of the Preservers whom all sentient humanoid life have to thank for existence. Despite a minor incident concerning four of the ponies children this shall truly be the greatest discovery of the century. It is unfortunate that if I am asked of the current war with the Iconians there may be no solution in avoiding this topic for this world is far to young to be drawn into a war on the scale that we are fighting

End of log

Onboard the Dawnstar, The ponies were starting to awake. Despite the small incident in the armory the previous day the only one who had any resentment was Kolez but seeing that no one had been injured or harmed he quickly simmered down.

As Sarcon took the lift down to deck six where the ponies were staying in their guest quarters he mulled over his plan on introducing them to V'ty the preserver who was staying on board, the similarities of Earth and Equus III could only be answered by her. As the lift doors slid open Some of the ponies had already started coming out.

"Good *yawn* morning Admiral" Celestial said as she slowly made her way over towards Sarcon

"Yes it was, but I could go for a cup of coffee" Celestial said with a tired smile "Good Morning LuLu sleep well"

"Yes" the lunar princess said "Though I would like something to wake me up the bed in my quarters was too comfortable" earning a chuckle from her older sister. only for Applejack to come around the corner with not a hint of still being tired

"Only for about an hour went to the lounge after ah asked were it was an got me some fritters fer breakfast" Applejack replied as she readjusted her Stetson. "Though I got ta ask what da ya plan on doin once we get back to Equestria" only then did she realize what was wrong

"Oh horseapples I fergot to tell granny where we was going oh no oh no oh no" Applejack said as she started to panic only to feel a reassuring hand on her shoulder.

"I believe you grandmother will understand if you explain yesterday's events to her" Sarcon said

"Ah guess yer right hehe guess ah over reacted a little" Applejack said having been reassured. by the majority of the ponies were awake albeit still groggy.

"Ugh good morning everypony" Rarity said still trying to straighten out her mane

"Morning" Came the reply from everyone present. the sounds of opening doors revealed Shining and Cadence the latter having not put on her regalia

"Well good morning Cadence and Shining Armor, did you have a pleasant night" Rarity asked

"We sure did it was different sleeping in space but it was quite relaxing" Cadence said "Where's Twilight and Nyx?"

"They have yet to wake though I believe that shan't be much longer" Luna said even she had for gone the option of putting her regalia on as well having wanted to start the morning off casually. after another fifteen or so minute Twilight finally came out her mane still slightly wet from having washed it, a still partly asleep Nyx on her back and Spike bringing up the rear.

"Morning sleepy head" Shiny said to Twilight giving her a hug "How was it last night"

"Good" Twilight said "I think someone enjoyed it rather well" as she motioned towards Nyx still only the tiniest bit asleep still holding Smarty pants in her fore hooves

Chuckling Shining nuzzled his niece "Come on Nyx can't go back to bed it's breakfast time" Shining said as he ruffled her mane

"Okay uncle Shiny, I just slept so great" Nyx said with a slight whine earning a chuckle from everyone save for Sarcon. the sound of growling bellies alerted them to the fact many had not yet had breakfast.

"It would seem logical for use to have breakfast before continuing our day" Sarcon said "Would you agree Celestia"

"I most certainly do its never good to start out on and empty stomach" Celestia said with a warm chuckle

"Very well, I have wish to invite you to have breakfast with me in the officers dining room" Sarcon said

"High wonderful" Luna said with joy "Come Tia let us feast" Striking a dramatic pose causing every one to laugh

"I must say this is rather elegant" Rarity said as she surveyed the room from her chair eyeing the Federation flag hanging on the wall at the far end of the room

"that is most appreciated miss Rarity even on board a starship do we still believe in comfort" Sarcon said " Tea Earl grey hot" He said to the replicator creating the cup of tea for him. Noticing some of the ponies still having the affects of sleep still lingering he quickly ordered a few more

"I believe this may help in relieving any drowsiness you still have" Sarcon said as he went around giving each of the ponies who need a cup of tea even to give Nyx one

"It is Earl Grey a very well liked kind native to Earth I can honestly say a cup can help to start off anybody's day" Sarcon said

Taking a sip those who had cups of the tea practically fell head over hooves for, having never tasted tea as amazing as what she had in front of her Celestia practically blurted out her opinion on the tea

"Sweet sunshine this tastes wonderful" She said just shy of the Royal Canterlot voice, before blushing as she giggled with her friends at her reaction.

"I am 'pleased you enjoy it, on a historical note this was the preferred tea of retired Captain Picard" Sarcon said

"Indeed he was, in fact he was one of the most famed and respected in Starfleet, Having had the privilege to command the U.S.S. Enterprise D and E" Sarcon replied

"The Enterprise is the Flagship of federation miss Dash" Sarcon said "The Enterprise D was a galaxy class staship and the fifth ship to bear the name Enterprise, regrettably she was destroyed at Veridian III the renegade Klingon siblings the Duras sister on stardate 48052.96

"unfortunately Eighteen crewmembers lost their lives though the ship was beyond salvaging" Sarcon said stopping to take a sip of his tea "Later the same year the Enterprise E was commissioned being one of the new Sovereign class cruisers, Captain Picard would also command this ship along with much of the Enterprise D's former crew"

"After his retirement, one of his former first officer's Commander Data took command as captain serving as captain until 2408" Sarcon said

"Unfortunately no, The Enterprise had been sent to investigate the lose of contact with Starbase 236" Sarcon said "It was instead an ambush by the Undine a species which dwells in a separate dimension from our own"

"You are correct Applejack, the Undine out numbered the Enterprise three to one but, Captain Data stood his ground, inflicting heavy loses on the Undine ships before being forced to abandon ship" Sarcon "However this was not the end of the Enterprise, in May of last year The Enterprise F was launched, she is a New Odyssey class Vessel commanded by captain Va'kel Shon of the Andor system"

"I have, he is a strong commander always looking out for those under his command, never to hesitate to fight for freedom and justice" Sarcon said "Now I due believe we came here for breakfast, so shall we commence"

At this the ponies started calling out the various foods they wanted, oddly enough Pinkie chose to eat a five layer cake, managing to eat it all in one bite much to Sarcon's surprise as she was clearly defying the laws of physics time and again. mid way through the rest of the senior officers joined them. Kolez deliberately sat next to Pinkie who coward away thinking he was going to start going off at her again only much to everyone's surprise he instead apologized for his actions the previous day. After this turn of events a few of the Mane 6 started to retell some of their adventures they have had in the past year starting with the defeat of Nightmare Moon, the birth of Nyx, the changeling invasion even the battle with Tirek. Those who were not of Vulcan origin found some of their tales to be quite funny especially when the story was being told by the fillies.

A few hours later and with their bellies full, many of the ponies started asking about they would be doing for the day.

"Are we going to learn more about your cultures and technology?" Twilight asked flapping her wings in excitement

"Actually quite the opposite, I believe it to be logical if in fact we were to learn about your world today" Sarcon said "since there is so little that we know of it I, believe it is logical to explore it"

"I think this would be fascinating what do you think Luna?" Celestia sked her sister

"I think it shall be exciting but there is still the matter of having left Canterlot during the middle of court" Luna replied "The nobles will be furious"

"Oh let them groan and run around panicking, they can live a day with out me being around" Celestia said earning a giggle from her sister and every other pony.

"Very well but, first I must report to my commanding officer and I wish for you all to meet him" Sarcon said earning a look of confusion from the ponies.

"Oh well then I shall be right back" Luna said disappearing in a flash of azure light before returning with hers and Cadence's regalia

"Thank you aunty better to look right for a first time meeting" Cadence said earning a chuckle from her husband as she put it on.

"If you are ready, come with me" Sarcon said exiting the dining room and heading for the turbo lift. even though they were only two decks below the ridge the ride was still fun for the ponies. Once on the Bridge they were still amazed by the advanced technology surrounding them

"On screen" Sarcon said the image of Admiral Quinn and Admiral Kererek both appearing on screen

"Sarcon good to - what in the name of the Great Trill is that" Quinn said as he pointed towards the ponies via the view screen.

"Admirals allow me to introduce some of the native of Equus III" Sarcon said as he gestured towards the ponies "To begin we have Princess Celestia co-ruler of the nation of Equestria and raiser of the sun"

"This is their niece Princess Cadence ruler of the Crystal empire and her husband Prince Shining Armor"

"Now to someone their renowned citizens, these are the living embodiments of what they refer to as the 'Elements of Harmony'" Sarcon said

"The first Is Princess Twilight Sparkle the embodiment of magic and the princess of friendship as well as Shinig Armors younger sister"

"Next is Rainbow Dash the embodiment of Loyalty and is the source of the warp signature we detected for she has achieved warp speed"

"Then there is Miss Rarity the embodiment of generosity, ad from what we have learned a successful fashion designer"

"Next is Miss Fluttershy she is the embodiment of kindness but, she is however very timid" Sarcon said as the yellow Pegasus peaked out from behind Rarity

"Finally is Miss Pinkie Pie that element of laughter and the most energetic of the group"

"Hi I'm pinkie who are you do you like parties what about cupcake oooh I should make you a cupcake" Pinkie said with out even breathing

"Taking a moment to process what he had just witnessed admiral Quinn quickly put on a small but soft smile

"Well then, I say welcome Equestria to the Galaxy" Quinn said "However Sarcon who are those four child like ponies hiding behind the tactical console.

"Those would be some of their children, it is all right you need not hide" Sarcon said prompting the four fillies and drake to come out from their hiding place

"Admiral may I introduce Sweetie Belle the younger sibling of Rarity, Apple Bloom younger sister to Applejack, Scootaloo who views Rainbow Dash as an older sister, Nyx the Daughter of Princess Twilight and Twilights adoptive brother Spike" Sarcon said

"My this is truly a remarkable thing, while I am surpised at the existence of unicorns and now Pegasi, Princesses I am afraid I am unfamiliar with what you are" Quinn said

"I think I can explain that Mr Quinn" Celestia said "my sister and I along with Cadence, Twilight and Nyx are a rare breed known as Alicorn who are the embodiment of all three breeds of ponies and by Equestrian law are considered royalty"

"I'm not a princess" Nyx said with a adorable pout earning a chuckle of Admiral Quinn

"Well then I see you've made great Progress here Sarcon, I have passed the reports from Xiramek on to president Okeg and he will be sending the to Chancellor J'mpok" Quinn "Who knows maybe the Klingons will send their own diplomat to view this new world, until then I've order some of the Federation ships in the surrounding sectors to head for you location, the first of them should arrive within five and a half hours I advise you to expect a few Romulan ships as well"

"Good luck to you Sarcon, and it was a pleasure to met you all Quinn out" Quinn said before closing the channel

"He seemed rather polite" Luna said with a smirk though she quickly giggled at her own remark

"Admiral may I inquire what he meant by more ships coming to Equus" Celestia asked

"What Admiral Quinn meant is the Starfleet vessels that are near will becoming here to study your world" Sarcon said "What you have told us of your world defies everything we have ever discovered or learned and yet this is what will make studying your world that much more fascinating"

"I see, since you put it that way, It sounds wonderful to know we will be having more guests" Celestia said with a warm smile

"thus this brings me to someone else I wish you to meet" Sarcon said " This way please" heading for the lift before heading to deck eleven

"Someone very special and very old I ask the none of you especially you Pinkie to not touch anything in her quarters do I make my self clear?" Sarcon asked a chorus of nods was given as they approached the doors before chiming to control panel

"Enter" a melodic sounding voice said, opening the doors the ponies saw many strange object decorating the room including a greenish yellow obelisk about two feet tall.

Coming out of a small side room came a being that the ponies did not recognize, but to Sarcon this was an ancient one. One of the last Preservers the eldest race in the galaxy.

"Greetings my Child, have you brought some new guest for me to meet" She asked noticing the ponies

"I have Ancient one these are some of the natives of Equus III, I brought them to you so the could see who may have helped to create the races that now inhabit their home" Sarcon said

"Thank you but, if I may asked what is your name" Twilight asked this being seem strange she was very friendly and yet still a mystery, why did she refer to her friends and family as her children.

"Inquisitive you are, I am V'ty one of the last of my race" V'ty said only to receive the looks of shock and sadness especially from Fluttershy

"OH oh you poor thing" Fluttershy said as she floated over to V'ty and gave her a hug

"Hush child there is no need to be saddened even though my people are few there is still hope that we will endure" V'ty said

"What is it you wish to learn, my children" V'ty asked the first one to respond was Luna.

"If I may why do you keep referring to us as your children?, we have only just met you" She said

"Gather round and you shall know" V'ty said as she gestured for them to move closer

"Millions of years in the past my people were born on a world that has long since been forgotten" She started "When we had reached the maximum height our technology could achieve we set out to explore the galaxy in the hope of finding other races, sadly we did not we were alone so a plan was enacted to seed the primordial environments of countless worlds with DNA of our own race, in the hopes that our children would have the friendship that we did not have"

"Only in the smallest of involvement, as we watched he children of the planet Earth we saw many creatures they depicted in their ancient tales" V'ty said " Those of us who still helped from the shadows were filled with great puzzlement we when found a world that contained the very same creatures yet made real"

"no we did not however we did influence the growth of your cultures and ideology to a point where our involvement would no longer be needed, at that time many of us had either passed or had entered stasis including myself" V'ty said

"Wait so what yer satin is the way we have most of the things I our lives is because y'all were tryin make Equus like Earth?" Applejack asked

"You are correct child and now those of us that are left can now enjoy what our experiment has accomplished "V'Ty said

"This has been most fascinating ancient, would you care to accompany us back to the planets surface?" Sarcon asked

"In time perhaps but there is still much I wish to learn about the other races, perhaps another time" V'Ty answered

"Ooh Is Xiramek coming does that mean he wants his cupcake or maybe a party, wait what if its both" Pinkie said at what could only be described as talking a million kilometers an hour, but then again this is Pinkie Pie

"I do not believe that is his intention, however it would seem logical to greet him on his arrival" Sarcon said

"Then lets us be off" Luna said taking a dramatic pose making Celestia giggle at her sisters display bee she started laughing herself.

"It would seem our course of action has been decided, to the transporter room then" Sarcon said followed closely by the ponies. Heading to the lift and down several more decks before they arrived at a familiar room.

"Energizing now sir" O'leron said as he initiated the transport sequence locking to the transport beam coming from the T'lava before it formed on the pad before revealing Xiramek standing there with a smile on his face and holding a small container with small holes in it

"It is agreeable that you chose to join my friend" Sarcon said as he accepted a hand shake form Xiramek

"I wouldn't miss the opportunity to explore a new world and from what I have learned your reports, to learn of so many races once thought to be the stuff of legend" Xiramek said

"Thank you admiral, though to convince the rest of Equus my sister and I will have to call for a meeting of the other nations leaders many of them are close friends of ours but some are not the most friendly types" Luna said

"That won't be a problem Luna diplomacy is something that takes all forms whether good or bad" Xiramek said "We'll have to work through it together"

"Indeed, but for now let us see what else we can learn of your world shall we" Sarcon said

"If I may ask a question?" Shining Armor asked "When these Klingons arrive, mind you Cady and I saw what they looked like thanks to the holosuite what should we expect from them besides the fact they are a warrior race"

"To put tin bluntly when they arrive in the system there is a possibility they may send a small fleet or only one ship, however when you meet the Klingon representatives be very careful that you do not insult their honor, for that is the one thing the Klingons hold most dear to them" Xiramek said

"If some like that were to happen you would be challenged by right of combat probably as an act for you to apologize" Sarcon said

"Well I brought something or I should say someone I believe you most of all Miss Fluttershy will enjoy meeting" Xiramek said as he placed the small container on the floor

"given how well your reaction was with Sarcon's Caracal I took upon my self to bring something native of New Romuls" Xiramek said as he removed something small and furry from the container before placing it on the ground

"Say hello to Ta'lua my pet Epohh" Xiramek said as the epohh began to scurry around the room towards the ponies.. Fluttershy glomped at cuddling it which it seemed to like, the display of playing continued for a few more minute before Xiramek put Ta'Lua back into her carrier

"If everyone's questions have been answered shall we move to the shuttle bay so that we may return to the surface" Sarcon said

"Hang on just a second, Pinkie do you have a quill and some parchment with you?" Twilight asked the hyper active party pony

"You betcha I do" Pinkie said as she pulled a quill, an inkwell an a roll of parchment out of her mane.

"Oh now don't tell me there isn't a pair of ponies you always like to visit when we're in Canterlot" Twilight said with a smile and a raised eyebrow

"Uh-Huh I'mma sending a letter to Mom and Dad to have them meet us at Canterlot Castle" Twilight said

"Yay I'mma see grandma and grandpa" Nyx cheered as she bounced around her mother earning a chuckle from everyone minus Sarcon as they watched the little fillies display of joy.

"I take it she enjoys the company of her grandparents?" Xiramek asked Twilight as he gestured to the excited filly

"Oh you don't know the half of it, heck even after she was tricked into becoming Nightmare Moon my parents still loved her the same" Twilight said

"Can we a go now, ah need to explain ta granny why we wasn't home last night" Applejack said as she rubbed the back of her head

"Certainly Xiramek I assume you have arranged for a shuttle to transport us back to the surface" Sarcon asked

"then I suggest we move to the shuttle bay so that we can remain on schedule" Sarcon said "Shall we proceed a chorus of nods was given as they followed Sarcon to the lower decks to the Dawnstar's primary shuttle bay, entering the ponies immediately saw the many differences between a Federation built vessel and that of one with Romulan origins, notable differences were that instead of having a green color effect due to the choice in lighting color the shuttle bay was illuminated by standard white lights giving it a more natural appearance.

"Attention Shuttle now arriving please stand clear" came the automated announcement from the computer as the bay doors where opened and Tovan's shuttle guided in via the tractor beam, before settling down on the deck plates. the doors opening with a wirring from the motors as the hatch/stairs lowered to the floor.

"Affirmative let us venture into the unknown and see what awaits" Sarcon said as he boarded the shuttle

"Come Luna let us go and see how the court shall react" Celestia said whilst giving her sister a wink

"This is going to be fun" Luna said giggling like a mad pony. as everyone/pony settled into the seats, while Xiramek secured the pet carrier to the floor with the built in magnetic clamps, however one pony couldn't help but wonder. Fluttershy looked out the view port as the shuttle gently lifted off the floor and slowly exited the shuttle bay gliding through the empty expanse. Racing through her mind she wondered many things. What would happen if Equs were invaded, would the Federation and republic come to their aid? or if Equus was in danger of dying would they help every race on the planet find a new home?. only someone else had noticed the change in her demeanor.

"It's just well what if something bad happens to our world w-what if another race from a-another planet w-wanted to take it over?" Fluttershy said

"Miss Fluttershy, if that were to ever happen, with you planet being with in Federation space I can assure that we would come to your aid" Sarcon said

"Thank you admiral, I remember what you said about the galaxy being an often cruel place, though in the single day we have known you has shown me there is still happiness within it" Celestia said

"Thank you for that regard princess, if there is one thing the federation believes in, it is that all people's all races can be united" Sarcon

"I hate to interrupt but seeing as how we are about to re-enter the atmosphere, is there any danger we should worry about?" Rarity asked

"not really all though I can proudly say you'll get to see what re-entry looks like" Tovan said "I'll polarize the viewscreen but, you'll still be able to see what It looks like" as he started his approach towards Equus polarizing the main view port so the intense light generated by re-entry wouldn't harm the ponies eyes, a cone of super heated plasma started to envelope the shuttle casting an orange glow on the interior as as quickly as it happened it was over within a few minutes.

"That was Awesome" Scootaloo shouted throwing her hooves in the air. Fluttershy was cowering her seat scared half to death from the experience.

"Its okay Shy see we're fine" Rainbow said as she placed her hoof on Fluttershy's shoulder giving her some reassurance.

"Can ya stop by Ponyville fer a sec ah need ta let Granny Smith know what was goin on yesterday" Applejack asked

"Certainly" Tovan said as he reoriented his course towards Ponyville. The entire trip thanks to how advanced our visitors technology is nly took less then ten minutes surprising even Celestia.

"Over there that farm outside a town" Applejack said as she guided Tovan where to go landing a few yards from the Apples home only things were a bit off

"yeah usually granny is out in her rockin chair and Big Mac is come back from buckin some trees but, they aint here" Applejack said only to be started by a loud yet raspy war cry

"Bonzai" an elderly voice yelled "You varmint's get yer ugly selves away from mah grand foals ya hear" the owner of the voice was none other than granny smith wearing a tin bucket on her head and brandishing a pitch fork.

"Ah'll be the judge of that" Granny retorted "No good varmint's tryin to foalnap ma grand foals well no sir"

"Granny Smith we are perfectly fine" Celestia said to the overreacting mare. spinning around Granny saw the princesses standing there and was placed in a bewilderment.

"B-but ya c-came outta this whatsit with these here strange things how do ah know ya aint had somethin done to ya" Granny replied

"Allow me to show you what has happened" Celestia said as she touched the tip of her horn the Granny's forehead, playing back everything that had transpired the day beforebefore removing leaving Granny Smith standing with a blank stare as her mind processed.

"W-well ah'll be ya mean Rainbow Dash here gone and flown at the speed ah light, never thought such a thing would be possible" Granny said "Looky here ah guessin ah owe ya an apology, since ma grandbabies didn't come home last night me an Big Mac been worried"

"Now don't ya go callin me somethin fancy Granny Smith will do just fine" Granny said in a much happier and less hostile voice "Big Mac ya can come out from behind the hay bale now" for said mentioned stallion to come from his hiding place pulling one of the catapults they used to launch pumpkins during Nightmare Night only loaded with apples instead.

"Eeyup" Came Big Mac's reply as he put the catapult in the barn and put the apples into a few buckets.

"Sometimes he's more talkative once he gets ta know ya, aint ya Big Mac" Applejack

"Ah don't see why not seein as that we was able to let granny know we're okay" AppleBloom said

"Alrighty then now if you is going to have my granddaughters with ye, ah expect you ta take good care of them" Granny said to Xiramek and Sarcon

"You have not a thing to worry about Granny Smith we shall make sure they remain safe" Sarcon said "Xiramek my friend shall continue this 'adventure'"

I think that would be most logical" Xiramek said "Granny Smith, Big Mac it was a pleasure to meet" giving them a bow before stepping into the shuttle followed by tovan and the ponies, only for Sarcon to stop and do something that Xiramek recognized but the ponies did not. Raising his right hand and forming the v shape with his fingers.

"Live Long and Prosper" He said before climbing aboard closing the hatch behind him only to see the ponies him a puzzled look.

"What I preformed was the traditional Vulcan fare well" Sarcon replied "i know our traditions may still seem somw what strange to you and for that I take no offense"

"Hmmm different for a fare well but yet something new to behold" Luna said earning agreement from the others

"I shall take that as a compliment Princess for which I thank you" Sarcon said taking his seat

"Admiral Xiramek if I may, I can direct towards Equestria's capitol, my sister and I have some formal matters that we left incomplete due to yesterday's events" Celestia said

"Certainly but there is no need for the formality at this moment so please call me Xiramek" He replied

"Fair enough, Mr Khev was it you see the mountain ahead of us" Celestia asked as she point to Canterlot mountain.

"Yes and... wait is that a city built onto the side of it?" Tovan said with a bit of disbelief.

"Granted" Xiramek said "Celestia if I may ask why is your Capitol city built onto the side of a mountain, even I can see that isn't the best choice"

"I believe I may have the answer princess" Sarcon said "From our point of view, while it may give a unique feel to those who reside within, it also leaves the city in great danger"

"Well to be honest if another nation were to assault the city and wanted to inflict the most casualties possible all they would have to do is target the base of the city were it's connected to the mountain" Sarcon said

"With enough damage done to the supports the City would fall from the mountain" Xiramek concluded

"I I See however we haven't had to worry about something like that since Equestria's last war eight hundred year ago" Celestia said

"Interesting, Xiramek my friend I believe it would be wise if we ventured to Canterlot seeing as how our new acquaintances wish for us to see it" Sarcon said

"Aye sir" Tovan said lifting the shuttle off the ground and speeding off towards Canterlot taking just under five minutes thanks to current technological levels.

"That was amazing we arrived in a matter of minutes" Said a shocked Rarity once they had landed abeit with some panic from the guards who quickly relaxed once they saw the princesses were with the new comers

"First Celestia and I must head to court since we left during the middle of the morning session, Tia do you think our new friends would care to join us" Luna said

"I don't have a problem with it but many of the nobles might, but it is not their choice of who can petition the court, so yes Admirals will you join us?" Celestia said

"It could be interesting to say none the least" Xiramek said "Tovan what do you think"

"Certainly" Luna said turning the head towards the throne room, followed closely by her sister and her friends with Sarcon, Xiramek and Tovan following close behind them. The short walk didn't go with out incident though, the castle staff that was present in the hall started talking in hushed whispers.

"It was bound to happen, can you blame them though they have never seen something like us before" Xiramek replied before coming to a pair of massive ornate doors, with what seemed to be aa massive argument could be heard through them.

"Looks like the nobles are already Quick Quill run through the wood works" Celestia said with a sad sigh

"Indeed, sister why they can never be satisfied we may never know" Luna replied as she used her magic to open the doors only the scene before them was not what it seemed. Instead there was a small riot going on before the twin thrones, while situated in one corner was a unicorn couple trying to stay out of the crossfire the mare having a grey coat and alternating purple and light grey mane, while the stallion had a dark blue coat and an even darker blue mane, both looked as if they were deciding whether to stay and wait for the mess to calm down or just leave

"Everypony SHUT UP" Lune bellowed in the royal Canterlot voice causing the practically all the nobles to freeze in place

"WHAT is the meaning of this rioting in our throne room" Celestia asked in an annoyed voice

"I think you know very well why Princess" A Pegasus mare said as she stepped forward

"Oh is it because my former student turned fellow princess has made what could be the greatest discovery in history, Golden glow" Celestia said

"The arrival of the very first extraterrestrial being to our planet" Celestia said

"Then believe it with your own eyes" Xiramek said as he walked through the doors making the formers eyes go wide with shock and disbelief

"Everypony say hello to Vice Admiral Sarcon of the United Federation of Planets and Rear Admiral Xiramek od the Romulan republic" Cadence said

"Hmmph so what, they aren't even ponies they look more like a bunch of mutant hairless apes" Blueblood said being the one pony everyone who was either from Ponyville or his aunts seeing as how he was such a pain in the ass sometimes

"BlueBlood Xiramek that's enough" Celestia said " Everypony Court shall be cancelled until Tomorrow morning"

A chorus of groans and other indicators, of annoyance as the nobles leave with the only remaining ponies being the princesses and the elements, and the couple in the corner who now have decided it is safe enough to come forward, only for a small black missile to run straight at them.

"Granma, Granpa" Nyx squeals as she skids to a halt and clamps onto their forelegs in a vice grip hug

"Oh just Look at you you've gotten a little bigger since the last time we saw you" Twilight velvet said as she nuzzled Nyx causing the filly to giggle.

"Hi Mom, Hi dad" Shining and Twilight say together as they both hug their parents

"We're hanging in there, with what happened yesterday this is the biggest thing in history" Twilight replied

"Why what happened?" Velvet asked becoming concerned as to what happened to her little girl

"Well the thing is you remember when I told you about the time I went through the mirror right" Twilight said as she rubbed the back of her head

"How could we not remember and how you meet a race called humans too" Nightlight commented

"Well the thing is Humans exist in our universe as well, turns out their from a far away planet called Earth and well to put it short we took a medical scan and our bodily functions are similar to theirs" Twilight said

"Mom's okay Grandpa, oh wait come on ya got to meet them" Nyx said as she pulled Nightlight along by his hoof with Velvet following him, until they were standing before the two Romulans and single Vulcan.

"We are and I have to admit, I never thought I'd see the day aliens would be on our planet" Night light said

"Believe me we didn't even expect to learn that you had achieved warp capabilities" Tovan said

"Perhaps it would be better to explain" Sarcon said. He gave Nightlight and Velvet the full explanation of what warp capabilities are , and how Rainbow Dash had managed to become the first sentient being to be able to travel at such a speed. When they asked what the Federation and Republic were, thankfully Xiramek was able to cover the short history the Republic had since it was still a very new political body, while Sarcon covered the more important part's of the Federations history including the creation of the UFP and the four founding races that came together to create it. All together it took only about two hours to fully explain.

"That's wow" Nightlight said the fact that they lived in a bigger universe than what had originally been believed was quite mind boggling.

"To think that we're the only would with magic and to learn that other world don't have a caretaker of their sun and moons is just so... well strange" Velvet said

"I can see what you mean" Xiramek said "Believe me we were all very surprised when Celestia and Luna raised and lowered both the sun and the moon"

"First I do have a question though" Cadence said "When you were explaining your history you mention a prime directive, perhaps you could elaborate for us what that is?"

"Of course" Sarcon "The Prime Directive is general standing order number 1, which at its core embodies our most ethical principle. the unassisted of developing cultures, which regretfully includes yours"

"So what exactly does it mean?" Luna asked still not understanding the meaning of the prime directive

"It means we cannot assist in the development of your world in any form, including technology, science medical discoveries and development of space worthy vessels" Sarcon replied only for twilight to have a some what saddened look on her face.

"So... you mean you can't share any of the technology and knowledge you have with Equus?" She asked

"Regretfully no, the Republic has taken a similar stance on the matter as well" Xiramek said earning a few sad sighs from Luna, Twilight and Nyx.

"I can understand your frustration and displeasure, we do this for a reason, if we were to give our advanced technology to your word the results could be disastrous" Sarcon

"More no then yes, at your current level of development there would still be those who would use it to gain power, thus leading to mass violence and possibly the collapse of civilization as you know it" Sarcon said The looks of fear and dread were plastered on everyone of the ponies faces, even the CMC and Spike seemed very scared at what they had heard, the possibility of loosing everything they held der to them being wiped out by some mad pony who believed he could rule over everyone.

"I think I understand know why you have this in place" Shining said "Its not to remain superior to anypony, its to protect them right"

"Correct" Xiramek said "Even today there are races in part of the galaxy that have yet to be explored that are still developing some at a level equal to our own, others maybe at your level of progress and some may just be starting out"

After gaining a better understanding of why such advanced technology would be with held from them, and as how they are ahead of worlds that are in a more primitive state then they are there was a feeling of acceptance from them. for the next couple of hours the royals, our heroes and favorite dragon and fillies took our visitors on a tour of various parts of the castle and city, showing them what made Canterlot great( and why many of the working class within the city hated the nobles, due to them thinking 'commoners' had no place in their city). And, as if running by clock work the first ship started to arrive within the system both Federation and Romulan each sending down their captains/commanders or a representative to meet in Canterlot. The First Captain that was met Rear Admiral Adama commanding the typhoon class battleship Galactica, a fifty year Starfleet veteran, Adama had seen his first tastes of true war during the war with the Dominion during the previous century, with him was his first officer Commander Saul Tigh, both true friends and both being no nonsense officers.
Arriving shortly after was Adama's son Lee captain o the U.S.S. Pegasus a brand new fresh from the yards Yorktown class.

Unlike his father he's more open though a bit quiet when he speaks, this is countered by being a quick thinking tactician, quickly becoming friends with Applejack for a love of the outdoors. However neither Xiramek nor Sarcon had expected that Tiaru Jarok the commander of the R.R.W. Liset the Republics flag ship along with a few other Romulan ships as well all of various classes including the fame D'deridex class

arrived before promptly going planet side via shuttle, introductions and relations with the other commanders went, Luna most of seemed to get along with Jarok the most seeing as how they both wanted to strive for better future. The final captain to arrive was Thomas Lasky captain of the U.S.S. Infinity a Jupiter class carrier

"Your highnesses Queen Chyrsalis has arrived for the Diplomatic meeting as per your request" A Guard said to the princesses, earning a groan from he Main six and a somewhat angered growl from Twilight. Noticing this Xiramek took the opportunity to investigate

"Yes actually she nearly ruined my brothers wedding we see tried to take over Canterlot with her army of changelings" Twilight said with anger in her voice

"Changelings? you have beings from the Gamma Quadrant on your world" Sarcon asked.

"What changelings are from another planet?" Twilight blurted out just as Chrysalis walked through the door

"Well well if it isn't Miss Sparkle, how's your brother doing" Chrysalis said in what could be a friendly voice, before Twilight could react it was Celestia who broke the tension

"Chrysalis thank you for coming, in fact your just in time to meet some new guest we have" Celestia said

"Oh and who are they" Chrysalis said with a small hiss before she saw the strange creatures behind Celestia

"Meet some of Equus's 'neighbor from across the Galaxy" Celestia said as she stepped a side. Sarcon and Xiramek were the former of whom if he had been able to show surprise was shocked to see that Chrysalis was not the type of changeling they were familiar with. instead she resembled a Alicorn yet instead of fur she had a chitin like hide and insect wings.

"W-What is this some sort of joke?" Chrysalis demanded only a small hint od disbelief heard within her voice.

"Tis not a joke they are as real as you and I" Luna said trying to calm the changeling queen. To those who didn't know before Luna's banishment the both Celestia and Luna had been foalhood friends with Chrysalis, however once Luna had been sent to the moon The young queen was devastated at the loss of one of her best friends, when she confronted Celestia she became enraged when she learned that she wouldn't be able to see Luna for a millennia, taking her anger out on Celestia blaming her for what happened and swore that they would never be friends again. Now after a thousand years Luna had sought out Chrysalis who upon seeing Luna for the first time in so long broke down into tears when she saw her friend, though she admitted she may try to be friends again with Celestia or sunbutt as she calls her now time can only hope

"Are you sure of this Luna?" Chrysalis asked in a friendlier tone that what she had used with Celestia

"Very sure Chryssie" Luna said using Chrysalis's nickname causing a small blush to adorn the cheeks of the changeling. Still hesitant Chrysalis none the less introduced herself to the visitors, Sarcon and Xiramek honestly stated that Chrysalis was not what they had imagined as they explained the changeling's they were familiar with are natives of the Gamma Quadrant whose true form resembled a puddle of organic fluid, needless to say the mentioning of that spark some inquiry, leading Sarcon to explain that the Gamma Quadrant changelings are the rules of the political entity The Dominion and are revered as gods by its citizens. However during this exchange of knowledge four fillies noticed one of the potted plants in the corners. the source of the rustling was revealed to be a changeling about their age who when she saw the four sets of eyes looking at her squeak in fear before diving back into the plant.

"Maybe she's sacred because she never been outside of the hive" Nyx said earning agreement from her friends.

"So lets go and say hi then" Scootaloo said, to which they agreed to heading over to the plant which started to shake furiously, most likely from fear.

"Hello" Nyx said which caused the shaking to stop and the leaves to part revealing a pair of harlequin green slitted eyes.

"Who my mom she's not scary well, only when she gets mad" Nyx said "HEY you haven't told us your name"

"Mama?" AppleBloom said only for a sudden realization to hit her " Wait ya mean Queen Chrysalis is yer mom" the only indication of a es was shiva's eyes moving up and down giving the impression of a nod.

"That's wow, so ya mean after what happened at Princess Cadence's and Shining Armor's wedding got ya all scared" AppleBloom said

"Y-yes she had sent a bunch of letters to the big white pony over there but they were always sent back with another saying that the princess has no interest in 'filthy bugs'" Shiva said "W-We're not bugs sure we have chitin instead of fur but we have lives too" through a few tears

"Now who would do something like that Celestia and Luna aren't like, unless there was somepony who didn't want her to get your moms letters" Sweetie Belle said putting a hoof to her chin

"Mama was trying to see if the Celestia is she c-called could send us a few shipments of love cause we're well as mama called it starving" Shiva said followed by a gurgle from her stomach

"That's so sad, when's the last time you had any love to eat" Sweetie Belle asked a tear in her eye for how sad Shiva's situation was.

"N-not for a few w-weeks" Shiva said, a look of shock and sadness over taking the four fillies.

"Mom we were talking to Shiva" Nyx said as she pointed to the set of eye peering from with in the plant "And she said that the changelings are starving and hasn't had any love in a few weeks"

"Yeah she said something about asking Celestia for help only each letter was sent back saying that she has not interest in them and said they are bugs, heck they don't even look like bugs" Sweetie Belle said while Celestia was rather surprised to hear this

"It is" Chrysalis said with a hiss "Which is why I came to day to see if you had ordered this"

"I assure I did not" Celestia retorted but it did not change the fact that Chrysalis was not buying it

"Then prove you didn't or our deaths will be your fault" Chrysalis said obviously getting increasingly angered, Celestia being the one to always look for a peaceful resolution touched her horn to Chrysalis's playing back her memories from the months before Shining Armor's and Cadence's wedding, through out those few brief seconds Chrysalis found no trace of Celestia ever receiving any of her letters, before it ended

"So if you didn't get my letters then who was reading them and sending them back?" Chrysalis asked

"A good question Chryssie but should we not attend to the young ones hunger" Luna said

"*sigh* yes we should like all mothers I want my little nymph to live a bright life" Chrysalis replied before turning to the bush "Come on its okay you can come out sweetie"

Taking her mothers advice Shiva slowly but surely crept out of the confines of her leafy hiding place, unlike her mother the colored band that wrapped around her barrel on the color section on her back was sky blue instead of emerald greens, standing a little shorter then the CMC.

"a'wwww aren't you the cutest looking thing" Fluttershy said as she pulled Shiva into a warm hug "Its okay if you have to you can take a bit of love from me"

a small glow emitted from Shiva's horn before a small green mist emanated from Fluttershy before being absorbed by the young changeling, before Sweetie Belle joined in on the hug

"My mom once told me the best way of spreading love is by giving somepo- changeling a hug" She said, before long all four fillies even spike had given Shiva a hug, causing the little nymph to have been given enough love to elicit a small burp from her, earning a giggle from the adults.

"Yeah, hey do you think maybe you could play with us" Scootaloo said a big grin plastered on her face

"I don't see why not seeing as they helped to feed you" Chrysalis said as she nuzzled her daughter

"Indeed my friend to think this can help lead to new friends is truly astounding" Xiramek said, with the matter resolved the group of ponies changelings and those present from beyond quickly started discussing plan to find out the source of the changelings predicament and the arrival of the Klingons. unbeknownst to them something else was watching, from the ceiling a small vortex of deep purple open as a small probe the size of a hoof ball quickly flew through, taking what it had learned back to its masters, those known as Demons of Air and Darkness.

Star Trek: Equestria Rising

by Sentinel053

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