Zaktan's POV
“Okay...so we all have these powers? How in Mata Nui's name did that happen exactly?” I asked, sitting in our usual table.
“I do have a theory to this.” Avak spoke up. “When we were all fighting against the six Elements of Harmony, or whatever they are called, both sides were hit with some sort of energy.”
“So, what you're saying is….” Reidak began.
“What I'm saying is that when our attacks met with that rainbow wave, it set off a chain reaction, and somehow gave us Elemental Powers.” Avak finished. I mulled over the idea, tossing it in my head like a hacky sack.
“It makes sense… the ponies did use the ‘Elements’ of Harmony against us….perhaps they work in relative likelihood to the Toa?” I asked myself in my head. The little me in my head agreed, and I returned to the living world to see the others looking at me expectantly. “Sorry, zoned out. What did you say?” I asked.
“Well, Zaktan, since we know of these abilities, what should we do with them? Take over Equestria? The World?” Thok asked, facepalming.
“Nah. Too much of a hassle.” I answered. They all stared at me. “What? Look, we are Piraka. Thieves, pirates, criminals. Even though taking over the world is every child's dream, we need to remember who and what we are, as well as our rank in the status quo. We aren't the Brotherhood of Makuta, nor are we the Barraki. We are Piraka, the thieves of the world.” I explained to them.
“But, isn't it every thief’s dream to become greater?” Hakann asked.
“It is, which is why I propose a different path.” I replied, putting my claws onto the table.
“And what is this path?” Thok asked expectantly.
“Instead of taking over the World, we take over the Underworld.” I told them. “Why bother with all of that political garbage when instead you can personally control every possible business deal? We can be businessmen, control a criminal organization that spans the world,and by right controls every other criminal gang? We can sell weapons, armor, drugs, and anything that a pony, griffon, minotaur, or other species could possibly need?” I explained quickly. The other Piraka nodded, grins broadening into wide smiles as the idea danced around in their heads.
“That is a very good plan, Zaktan. But just a question. How are we going to do it? Celestia pretty much has us on her personal hit list, and has seen our new elemental powers firsthand. Or hoof, in this case. She knows exactly what to expect from us.” Reidak asked.
“Ah, but that is why our organization will spread it's tendrils of influence into every business, thus allowing us to control them. By doing so, we can move every business to our desire, and spread seeds of corruption into the minds of her subjects. Think about it. If we were to be hunted, we could have our people spread rumors of her rule, and eventually cause riots, or worse. And, if we were to gain influence in another country, we could just take refuge in said country and make it so if the ponies even step a hoof in the country, it will be as a declaration of war.” I answered, rolling it over in my head. Their grins got even wider.
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Celestia's POV
“I know how dangerous this spell is, sister, but it could help us to solve this Piraka problem once and for all!” I told Luna, who shook her head.
“But Sister, who is to say that even if this spell were to work, that the result would be of good will?” She asked.
“We don't have any choice. Just today they managed to pull three simultaneous attacks across the country. And from reports, they are gaining forces, and power. We have only one option left, since we are unable to locate their stronghold.” I answered, entering the throne room.
“Very well sister… if this is what must be done for the greater good…” Luna sighed, before trotting away, closing the door behind her.
I pulled out the paper and began to read aloud, holding up six pieces of armor that had previously belonged to the Piraka. After five minutes, the pieces glowed, before erupting into a portal that dumped six figures, similar to the Piraka in many ways. The red one rose.
“What the hell happened?” he asked, before looking at me.
“Welcome, strangers. I am Princess Celestia, and I have summoned you to this world in hopes that you may aid me in my time of need. Six beings calling themselves the ‘Piraka’ are plaguing my country, and I request your assistance in defeating them. Might I have your names?” I answered, and the red one looked back to the others. He looked back, a small grin on his face.
“The name is Jaller. Me and my team are Toa.” He said, the others snickering silently. I was too focused on him to notice.