//------------------------------// // Battle 4: A Meeting and Explanations // Story: Ganbarizng: Equestria's Viral Rider // by Wind Typhoon //------------------------------// Battle 4: A Meeting & Explanations After getting back to the Castle of Friendship, Luna told Twilight and Midnight to help Celestia to a place to recover until Sunset and the others arrived. The two lead Celestia to the room they talked in on the third floor. "Are you ok Celestia?" Twilight asked as the three of them waited. "Well, I have a few broken bones, but it's nothing that I can't recover from," Celestia told her worrying student. "How can you feel fine?" Twilight asked in a panicked tone. "Well, unlike other pony races, alicorns can actually recover faster than other ponies," Celestia explained. "That seems to be convenient," Twilight said. "Well, I also swear that whenever alicorns fight, we always get our asses handed to us," Celestia said, earning a chuckle from Twilight. While Celestia was talking, Twilight was looking for any more wounds on her body. "Ok, you don't have any more wounds on your body, so you get some rest," Twilight told her. "Thank you Twilight, I appreciate it," Celestia said as she lay down in bed. After making sure Celestia was alright, Twilight noticed that Midnight, who was looking out the window, had not yet put her Aurora disguise on. "Hey, you ok Midnight?" Twilight asked in a concerned tone. "I am, I'm just thinking about a few things," Midnight told Twilight. "Like what?" Twilight said as she looked out over Ponyville with Midnight. "Well, I'm just wondering if I should show my true form to everyone," Midnight said in a glum tone. "Out of curiosity, why do you want to show you're true form to everyone?" Twilight asked. "I figure that they will find out eventually, so I want to at least let them know," Midnight responded. "Makes sense, who knows what would happen if you were seen without your disguise? No offense," Twilight said. "None taken, but I can see that you know what I'm worried about," Midnight said. "If you want my opinion, I think that you should reveal yourself, just get it out of the way," Twilight said. "You really think that I should?" Midnight asked. "Of course, but the decision is not up to me, it's up to you," Twilight said. "Well, how do I make a decision this important?" Midnight asked. "In all honesty, and this might sound cheesy, just follow what your heart wants you to do," Twilight said. Midnight was about to retort when she realized something. "You know, that line is incredibly overused, but it's the best advice you could have given me," Midnight said. "That is true," Twilight said with a smile on her face. After a few seconds of silence, Luna entered the room. "Sunset, her friends, and the others are here," Luna said. "We'll be right there," Twilight said as Midnight put her disguise on. Twilight went to help Celestia up and the four headed down to meet with everyone. Meanwhile with Sunset, she was currently trying to close the door to the castle to keep all the residents of Ponyville out of the castle. "Princess Sunset, do you know what attacked the town?" one resident asked. "Princess Sunset, do you know what caused the monsters attacking the town to leave?" another asked. "I'll answer all of your questions when I know more, but for now I need to meet with my friends to talk about what happened," Sunset said as she closed the door. She breathed a sigh and magically locked the door so no one could get in. "Everything under control Sunset?" a voice asked. "Well Indigo, besides the fact that something attacked the town and we have no idea what it was, I'm doing just fine," Sunset said in sarcastic tone. "Hey, I know how you feel, so calm down a little bit," Indigo told Sunset. After thinking about that, Sunset realized that Indigo was right. "You're right, I just need calm down," Sunset said. "Come on, let's go meet with everyone," Indigo said as she went to the map room. Sunset followed behind her friend at a slower pace. As she walked to the map room, Sunset started to think about several things. "What exactly attacked the town? If it were changelings it would make sense, but this seemed to be too grand for changelings. Even if it were those bugs, what could have caused them to run away?" Sunset thought. Eventually, Sunset and Indigo arrived at the map room where her friends were waiting. "Girls, Sunset and Indigo are here," she heard Lemon tell the others. "Sunset, how did it go keeping the people out of the castle?" Sour asked. "It went ok," Sunset said simply. "Well, at least we shouldn't have any interruptions," Sunny said. Sunset took a moment to look around the map room and realized something. "Hey, have any of you seen Spike? I thought he was staying here with Ember, Starlight and the CMC," Sunset asked, a hint of fear in her tone. "I haven't seen him or any of the others," Sugarcoat said. When Sugarcoat said that, Sunset started to get very worried. "Sunset, are you here?" The people in the room heard from the door. Sunset turned around and saw Cadance and Shining Armor enter the room with Spike and Starlight. "Cadance, Shining, what are you doing here?" Sunset asked. "Princess Luna called them here," Spike said. "It's true, Luna and Celestia sent us a letter telling us to come to Ponyville as fast as possible," Shining said. "Then she told you to come because of the attack?" Sunset asked. "Actually, I called them for something different," Luna's voice said from the entrance. Sunset looked and saw Luna caring an injured Celestia. Almost immediately, Starlight and Indigo ran up to Celestia and took her from Luna, leading her into the room. "Prin- Luna, what do you mean and why is Celestia so injured?" Sunset asked in a panicked tone. "Well, my sister and I were going to talk about something, but the attack put a wrench in my plans," Luna said. "I still need to know why Celestia is injured," Sunset said. "Well, that has to do with the attack that happened today," Luna said as she walked next to Celestia. "Do you know who attacked Ponyville?" Sunset asked urgently. Luna looked at Celestia and the two shared an uncomfortable look before Celestia nodded to something. "It was Solar Flare," Luna said in an uncomfortable tone of voice. This caused almost everyone in to room to grasp out of disbelief. "Wait, I thought the Elements of Harmony got rid of Solar Flare?" Sunset said. "They did, but somehow she managed to come back," Celestia said, wincing at a pain in her side. "So, we just have to get rid of her again?" Indigo asked. "No, she is more powerful than when you first got the Elements, even with your Rainbow Power, I don't think you'll be able to stop her," Luna said grimly. This made a silence go over the room. "Then what are we supposed to do about it Princess Luna?" Sunny asked. This made Luna and Celestia smile, which seemed to make Spike and Starlight realize something. "Sunset, just to make sure, where is the notebook from Twilight?" Luna asked. "I have it with me, why do you ask?" Sunset said. "I just wanted to know so you won't be confused by something," Luna said. Sunset was confused until an idea came into her mind. "Are you going to suggest asking Twilight for help?" Sunset asked nervously as she was worried from her friend. "Well, to that I have to say both yes and no," Luna said. Sunset tried to process that and became confused. "Wait, what?" Sunset asked out of confusion. "In order to explain, I have to ask a question to everyone the room," Luna said. The room, which had some chatter, was now completely quiet. "Has anyone here heard about the attack on Canterlot yesterday?" Luna asked. Everyone in the room raised their hand in response to the question. "Wait, what exactly happened in Canterlot Aunty Luna?" Cadance asked. "Well, to put it simply, it was an incident that is connected today," Luna said. "So Solar Flare was behind it?" Sour asked. "No, it was a new enemy that we haven't seen before," Luna said. "Then what do we do about this new enemy?" Lemon asked. "Well, we get help from Twilight Sparkle," Luna said. This statement confused the room and seemed to make Sunset very nervous. "But how do we get her over if Sunset had her notebook?" Shining asked. Luna simply smiled and looked at Celestia, who Sunset noticed was looking at the entrance. Sunset turned around and was shocked by who she saw standing there. "T-Twilight?" Sunset said as she walked forward. When Twilight saw Sunset she simply started to walk forward to meet Sunset and seemed to motion someone over. Everyone saw this happening and were all confused as to why Twilight was there. When Twilight and Sunset meet up, the two seemed to look over each. "Hello Sunset," Twilight said with a slight smile on her face. It was at that point that Sunset became cautious. "Are you the actual Twilight?" Sunset asked cautiously. "Do you want to explain it to them or should we?" Twilight asked. Sunset was about to ask what she meant when Celestia spoke up. "I think you and Aurora should explain my student," Celestia said. Sunset took a second to process that and immediately was confused. Before anyone could say anything, everyone heard some footsteps and looked to see a girl that looked like Twilight enter the room. This made Sunset even more confused and made her ask a question that was on her mind. "Wait, what is going on?" Sunset asked. "Well, to put it simply Aurora and I from another dimension," Twilight said. "Does that mean you're from another universe?" Sour asked "It does," Aurora said. When Aurora spoke, Sunset could swear that she was hiding a malicious tone. "So, where are you from?" Sugarcoat asked. "Well, we are from the human world in our dimension," Twilight explained. "So, you're from your version of Canterlot High?" Sunset asked. "You would be correct," Twilight asked. While everyone in the room believed her, Sugarcoat doubted that she was telling the whole truth and decided to talk to Sunset after the meeting. "What I'm curious about is how you are going to help us fight this new threat?" Sunset asked. "Well, we know how to combat the threat," Twilight said. "Really? What is it?" Cadance asked. Twilight and Aurora looked at each other, nodded, and walked over to Celestia and Luna. "Can we speak to you two in private?" Twilight asked Luna. The Moon Princess nodded and led the four of them to a corner. It was at that point that Sunset felt someone pulling on her shirt. She turned around and saw Sugarcoat with a concerned look on her face. "What is it?" Sunset asked. "Can I speak to you really quick?" Sugarcoat responded. Sunset nodded yes and the two moved away from the group. "What are you worried about?" Sunset inquired. "What makes you think I'm worried about anything?" Sugarcoat asked. "Well, you called me here for a reason," Sunset said. "Ok, you're right. I don't think that Twilight and Aurora are telling the truth," Sugarcoat told Sunset. "So you think they're lying?" Sunset questioned. "I should rephrase what I said. While there are some parts of their story I believe, I don't think they are telling the whole truth," Sugarcoat said. "So, do you trust them yet?" Sunset said as she looked at their guests. "I'm still undecided, but I would recommend being cautious around them," Sugarcoat told Sunset before heading back to the group. Sunset went back to the group as well just as Twilight, Aurora, Luna, and Celestia returned. "We would like to move this meeting to another room," Twilight said. "Why?" Sunset asked. "In order to show you how we are going to combat the threat," Aurora said. Sunset thought about that for a moment before deciding. "Very well, I know as a place that would be good," Sunset said. "Lead the way Princess," Twilight said. Sunset walked ahead of everyone, opened the door, and lead the group to an appropriate room. After asking Twilight about what room she wanted, the group arrived in a big empty room. "Is this fine?" Sunset asked. "This is perfect, thank you Princess," Twilight said as she and Aurora walked in. "You're welcome, but what did you want to show us that we had to switch rooms?" Sunset asked. "Well, it was to explain what the threat is and show how me and Aurora can combat it," Twilight said. "Wait, you know what we're dealing with?" Indigo asked. "Yes, and before wonder if we caused it, we didn't do anything," Aurora responded. "Well, what exactly are we dealing with?" Shining asked. "We can tell you what we know, but we don't know what is causing them to be here," Twilight said. "So, what do you know about our enemy?" Sunset said as she got ready to make some notes. "Well, there are two different enemies with the same propose, trying to cause havoc around Equestria. The first is known as Kamen Riders. Now these Riders are for the most part good, but we believe someone is controlling them and causing them to do evil things." "The second enemy is commonly known as Kaijins. They are the enemy of the Kamen Riders and come from many various organizations and have many forms. These things are usually pure evil and they will cause destruction without hesitation." After Twilight and Aurora finished their explanation, the entire room was silent for a few moments before Twilight spoke up. "Do you have any questions?" Twilight asked. "I do have one, why so you say that Kaijin are usually evil?" Sunset asked. "Well, while it is rare, there are some Kaijin who are nice and don't want to cause destruction as well as those who follow a code of honor," Twilight explained as she thought of Roidmude 072. "I also wanted to ask something," Sour said in a quiet voice. "What would that be?" Aurora asked. "Um, why do you think someone is controlling the Kamen Riders?" Sour asked nervously. Twilight looked at Aurora, who smiled as she put on the Mega Ulorder. "What is that?" Sunset asked. "It's the answer to your question," Aurora said as she got out the Necrom Eyecon. Before Sunset could ask what she meant, she noticed that Twilight moved away from Aurora. "Should we be worried?" Sunset asked cautiously. "Just stay where you are and you'll be fine," Twilight said as Aurora pushed the button on the side of the Eyecon. "STANDBY!" That statement shocked the whole room except for Celestia, Luna, and Twilight. Aurora put the Eyecon inside the Mega Ulorder and pressed the button on side. "YES SIR! LOADING!" After the Necrom Parka Ghost appeared, which amazed most of the group, Aurora did a familiar set of movements. "HENSHIN!" "TENGAN! NECROM! MEGA ULORD! CRASH INVASDERS!" After transforming into Necrom, Aurora turned to the group, most of whom were incredibly surprised. "So, I believe this answers your question Sour," Aurora said. "Wait, then that means that you and Twilight are Kamen Riders?" Cadance asked out of amazement. "That is right, it's also how we are going to combat the threat," Twilight said. "Wait, that means that you two are going to have to fight other riders as well?" Sugarcoat asked. That question made Twilight and Aurora go silent. "As much as we don't want to, we have to protect this world. We don't want this threat to happen to our world," Twilight said. That sentence caused Sour to walk up to the two of them and hug them both. This surprised the two and they both hugged back in response. "Thank you for the kindness, we both appreciate it," Aurora said. "Don't mention it; it's what the Element of Kindness does," Sour said which seemed to make Twilight remember something that her Sunset told her about. "So, these girls are the Elements of Harmony," Twilight thought with a smile. "Um, you'll be able to protect this world right?" Lemon asked. "We will protect this world, no matter what," Aurora said. It was at that point that the rest of the group walked up to the two. "Hey, is there any way that we can help you?" Indigo asked. "Well, if we could stay here in the castle and have some help from Sunset and her friends, that would be nice," Twilight said. "I think that could be arranged, don't you think so Sunset?" Luna said as she put a hand on Sunset's shoulder. "It can be arranged, but will they be able to protect people in different cities?" Sunset asked curiously. "I don't know, but somehow I think they will find a way," Luna said. With that Celestia, Luna, and Sunset went to go make the necessary arrangements while Twilight and Aurora were bombarded with questions. Meanwhile, at a hidden location in the Everfree Forest, Solar Flare was just arriving at her hiding place. "Damn it, just when I had them cornered, those Kamen Riders had to ruin everything," Solar said angrily. Eventually, after some more venting, she calmed down and gave a devilish smile. "No matter, it just means that I'll have to take care of the riders first," Solar said in a devilish tone. "Will you require my help?" a voice said from the shadows. "You again, how did you even get in here?" Solar asked in an annoyed tone. "I have my ways. Will you require my help?" the voice responded. After considering her options, Solar eventually made up her mind "Very well, I require your assistance, but what can you do?" Solar asked. In response, Solar saw a creature, similar to the one who attacked Ponyville with her, emerge from the shadows. "I can help you defeat the Kamen Riders," the voice said. At that, Solar began to laugh maniacally. "Oh, this is great, now to form a plan to get rid of the riders," Solar said. With that, Solar began to think about how she could go about getting rid of the Kamen Riders.