For the Emperor and the UNSC! (Rebooted version)

by Titan Commander Sebaste


Displaced Arc, Chapter 5: Enemy turned Ally

It had been a week since they had met Craig, and it was obvious that Eliteslayer was more than a bit shaken with the encounter. Sebastian still couldn't believe that the Recon Spartan was an old Displaced that had been sent here by an unknown being from a long time ago, while both Alex and Viktor were more than a little suspicious of why he was here.

“So… you only remember bits and pieces of your old life?” Viktor asked, a frown on his face as the three, along with the Mane 6 confronted the Spartan in the throne room.

“Yeah… that Displacer removed quite a few memories that I would rather have kept.” Eliteslayer replied. Not like I can really remember anyways...

Alex then walked up. “What is your real name? Before you were Displaced?” She asked gently.

“Sebaste… my real name’s Sebaste.” He replied. “I took on the name Eliteslayer to avoid using my real name.”

Just as Sebastian was about to speak, he saw a massive flash of light outside.

   Looking outside, Sebastian saw a vortex rip itself into existence outside the castle. As he watched, a group of metallic looking ponies stepped out in two perfect lines, with a familiar rainbow-maned pegasus in the middle of the two lines.

“What the…. Guys, you may want to take a look at this!” The Astartes yelled. Rainbow was the first one there and she halted in shock upon seeing  herself outside.

“Alex, teleport us out there!” He said. She nodded and in a flash, the four Displaced and along with Rainbow and Twilight were outside. “Okay, first off, who the hell are you guys?! I don't recall seeing you guys before!”

 The Alternate Rainbow Dash glared at him before speaking. “I'd be quiet and let me read out why I'm here if I were you.”

Alex stepped forward. “If you're allies of Flame Tail, then we can show you the same hospitality we give to his troops.” She said, her gauntlet beginning to glow with arcane power. “but if you're not, then why are you here?”

 She snorted, before extending her hoof. “I'm just the introducer this time, Sebastian.” She cleared her throat, “Presenting the Third Warmaster of Chaos, Conqueror of Equestria, and Lord of the New Black Legion, Ahzek Ahriman!”

Viktor flinched. “Isn’t that the guy Psi Splitter warned us about?” He muttered.

Out of the Vortex stepped three beings. One wore blood red and yellow Astartes power armor, and carried with him a massive chainaxe, his helmet bearing two massive horns. The second one was more equine, her body draped in a cloak, with runes circling around her absently. Her oddly familiar face was covered in dark purple fur, while her eyes glowed with psychic power. A long horn jutted from her head, while two blackened wings sprouted from her back. A small smile was displayed around her muzzle as she walked towards the group.

  But the one in the middle caught everyone’s attention.

  Covered in what looked like terminator armor, with only his face shown, was what the two ponies guessed was the Warmaster. On his right hand was a massive claw, with a combi-bolter strapped to the side. In his right hand was a staff, with strange baubles hanging from it. His eyes were odd, with multiple rings surrounding the pupils. Eight lines sprouted from the pupils, forming a Star of Chaos.

Sebaste stepped back in shock, as if he recognized the figure. Impossible… my past is starting to catch up to me.. the Spartan thought.

Kyra appeared on Viktor’s shoulder and said, “These guys look like they mean business, and… I'm picking up strange energy readings on two of the figures, while that pegasus… she's got cybernetics all over her.

“Never mind that, how the hell did they know my name?!” Sebastian asked.

  “What, you really don't remember me?” The pegasus asked. “Well, maybe this will jump your memory, especially since I was already scanned by the AI.” At that, the pegasus suddenly faded, replaced by what was essentially a nightmare made real. Where once normal equine legs held up the pegasus, now cold adamantium and hidden technologies stood. Her body was replaced by a heavy amount of armored plating, while her face now had one organic eye, and one glowing red eye. Her mane remained, though it's color seemed a bit drained.

  “Firefly, make sure we aren't scanned fully.” She stated, and a glowing red AI version of her appeared.

   “Yes, Rainborg. I understand.” It stated, before vanishing.

“Sorry, not ringing a bell in my mind.” Sebastian said.

Sebaste then spoke up. “Rainborg. Long time no see.” He said, but his voice was tense.

“You know these guys?” Alex asked in surprise.

“We’re old acquaintances.” He said, “Last time I saw them, Rainborg was pregnant.”

 “Yes, I was. And I now have a nice half-demon filly. I didn't bring her along since she is still a bit young. Glad at least one of you remembers us.” The Cyberpegasus stated coldly, a small bit of hatred in her organic eye as she glared at Sebaste.

“You don't even recognize me do you?” He asked.

 “Just because you had a fancy new armor color doesn't mean I don't remember the one who beheaded my friend.” She growled.

“You what?!” Twilight exclaimed, looking at the Recon in shock, Rainbow and the other three giving him the same look.

“You honestly didn't think you guys would have gotten away Scot free without losing some of your forces in the War? I acknowledge that you won that war, but that's behind us now. I have other things to deal with in this universe.” He said, gritting his teeth behind his helmet.

 Before Rainborg could reply, the one in the middle cleared his throat. “If I may interrupt,” he stared pointedly at Rainborg, “We have business to attend to here.”

The three looked at him in confusion, but before they could say anything, they heard Nyx run out of the Castle and skid to a stop by Twilight. “Mom, what's going on?” She asked, looking fearfully at the newcomers.

“I don't know honey, but it's not safe right now.” Twilight replied.

Sebaste then spoke up. “What business do you mean, Ahriman?” He asked.

 “Mostly checking up on you all, making sure the seals are still intact, and that the universe is still stable.” He stated simply, looking around.

“Let me guess, my Displacer put you up to this?” The Spartan growled.

“Considering I assisted in the displacement of you all, I can technically be counted as half of your Displacer.” He corrected, “But no. I came here of my own accord.”

“Wait… You helped Displace us!?” Alex asked, her face starting to contort in anger. Her hand closed with a whine of servos as it clenched.

 “Why yes, I did. I mostly helped in sealing your memories, as well as a bit of recoding to your universe.” He said, matter-of-factly. “It was mostly because I wanted to experiment on the effects of sealing a Displaced’s memory.”

Both Sebastian and Viktor looked ready to launch an all out attack on the group in front of them, but Sebaste stepped in front of them. “Don't. He’s become a being called a Void Dweller, a literal god. He’ll destroy you before you even get within a foot of him.” He said.

“Fine…” Viktor growled before the two backed off.

“Oh, I'd definitely enjoy a battle!” The red Astartes chuckled. “It's been ages since I last fought you guys!”

“Oh can it Khârn.” Sebaste snapped. “And I wouldn't really be that confident…” he then chuckled before five dots centered on the Astartes. “Thanks to a certain droid visiting, we have a few droids defending this place, and we have 100 more awaiting our call.”

 “Oh? The more the merrier.” He stated, pointing to the twelve silver ponies, who now had Lascannons pointed at the Spartan.

“These aren't the run of the mill droids the Empire use, they're HK-50 and HK-77 droids.” The Spartan chuckled. He then radioed the droids, “Weapons down, I don't want to risk Twilight, Nyx and Rainbow getting killed.

The dots then disappeared from Khârn’s chest as the droids retreated. “I'm not going to risk another war in this universe after last time.” The Spartan said. “Besides, I have other problems on my hands.”

“Yes, that Flame Tail fellow I created,” Ahriman chuckled, “After all, he has a decent sized attack force coming as we speak.”

“Permission to say a quote?” Viktor asked. Sebaste nodded. “FUCK FUCK FUCK FUCK FUCK FUCK FUCK FUCK FUCK FUCK FUCK FUCK FUCK FUCK! FUCKIE FUCKIE FUCKIE YOU!”

 “Watch your tongue, lest you lose it.” Ahriman chuckled, snapping his fingers. A zipper appeared over Viktor’s helmet, zipping closed. Viktor was suddenly unable to talk.

“Really? You had to use that Markiplier quote?” Alex chuckled. Viktor rolled his eyes under his helmet.

“As long as it's mostly infantry, we should be okay.” Sebaste said, “If there are any tanks, I can take them out with a Kodiak.”

 “I believe there are fifteen squads of heavy infantry, escorted by two three tank squads, two anti-infantry and one anti-vehicle per squad.” Ahriman said. “Hmm.. I wonder if now is a good time to give them the items I brought.”

“... Shit….” Sebaste swore before he then remembered something. “Vik, Activate the ACU.” He said. He nodded before he then ran off to an unknown spot. A minute later, the ground rumbled before a massive mech came into view.

  “...Perhaps I should have given Flame Tail access to Titans…” Ahriman muttered.

Sebastian chuckled. “A little gift from a Displaced we helped.” He said before he summoned a plasma cannon while Alex pulled out her sniper rifle. Sebaste however, summoned a heavy machine gun and strode towards the outskirts of the town.

He then looked at Ahriman. “I will warn you once, you try anything funny, I will hunt your commanders down one by one, and their deaths will not be pretty.” He snarled.

 “I personally shall not be involved,” Ahriman said, pulling out a notebook and pencil, “I shall merely observe. Though any act of murderous intent towards my military within my universe, or any attempts to assassinate them, will lead to an escalation to war. And this time you won't have a fleet to defend this world.” The Warmaster warned. “Khârn, you may aid them if you wish. Same goes for you, Rainborg.”

A Pelican then appeared next to Sebaste, the troop hatch open. With a nervous look at each other, the three Displaced entered before the Recon entered the Airship and began the ignition sequence.

  “Before you go,” Ahriman spoke up, tossing three chips into the Pelican, “Those chips contain a few of your old memories. I'd recommend only using them after the battle, and you'll know why later.” Ahriman explained.

“We’ll see…” Sebaste muttered before the Pelican lifted off, the troop bay hatch closing,and blasted towards the outskirts.

“What memories did you give them, my lord?” The Sorceress asked, glancing to see Khârn had grabbed the underside of the Pelican and was now hitching a ride.

 “Oh, only a few traumatizing events during the war, I assure you.” He said, before noticing Twilight and Rainbow.

While I may have agreed to let you help me re Displace those three, this doesn't mean you can do any of your plans on them Ahriman…


“Head's up!” Sebastian yelled as he decapitated an enemy soldier.

“That pun was bad and you should feel bad!” Rainborg growled, flying overhead and dropping radioactive grenades upon the foe.

Alex meanwhile cut and blasted a swathe through the soldiers, the snake sword whipping through the air and delivering devastating blows while the Spartan unleashed a barrage of arcane missiles on another squad. “I'm really tired of your beliefs!” She snapped. “Time to show you what I'm capable of!” She then sheathed her weapon and summoned an odd looking gun that then spat out five missiles that locked onto their targets and blew them into pieces of meat.

 “WOO! CARNAGE!” Khârn yelled, pretty much bathing in blood at this point as his chainaxe ripped through any pony standing in front of him. “BLOOD FOR THE BLOOD GOD!”

Sebaste strode forward, firing his assault rifle at the enemy. He then leapt forward and a gravity hammer appeared in his hands, with one swing, he sent five ponies flying, shouting “FORE!” along the way.

Viktor chuckled as he watched him from a monitor in the ACU

“Kyra, activate music file 3221, keyword Bushido.” he said.

You’ve got it.” The AI chuckled before a heavy metal song began to play in his helmet. A tank shell then smashed into the mech’s shield, causing it to stumble backwards. “Shield at 85%.” She warned.

Spotting the tanks, Viktor saw that they looked like Baneblade super heavy Tanks, with a few Leman Russ type tanks mixed in. “Ah crap….” He muttered.

   “Hey Rainborg, mind dealing with our problem over there?” Khârn yelled. The Cyberpegasus glanced over at the Baneblades.

   “Alright Firefly. Locate a weak point in the armor.” She ordered, her left foreleg transforming into a Lascannon.  A targeting reticule showed up in her HUD, while a detailed image of the Baneblade appeared to the right, before pinpointing a portion of the armor that was far weaker than the rest. It was also near the power core of the thing. Taking aim, Rainborg fired the Lascannon arm, hitting the weak point exactly. The Baneblade stopped, before erupting into a massive fireball. The Cyberpegasus dropped down, steam venting from new openings in her sides.

    “Alright, I need thirty seconds before I can do anything.” She stated, taking cover in a nearby house. “Heavy Weapons use a lot of power.”

    “Yeah yeah, cut with the exposition.” Khârn groaned, ripping a pony’s head off. “I'll make sure no one jumps you.” The Khornate Berserker pulled out a Plasma Pistol, blasting anyone who got close. “Hey Seb, why don't you go Dreadnought mode or something? I may be Chosen of Khorne, but I can't really cut off a tank’s head.”

Sebastian gave the Berserker a confused look. “The hell are you talking about!?”

A massive energy blast smashed into another tank, slagging it instantly. The Astartes looked over to see the barrel of the ACU’s gun smoking as it took aim at another tank.

   “Never mind, that things got it handled.” Khârn shrugged, tossing another corpse into a group of enemy soldiers. “Rainborg, you ready yet?”

   The Cyberpegasus flew out of the building, her left hoof turned into a bolter. “Yeah, I'm ready!” She let loose on the squad, her bolter ripping into their armor and the fragile organic a underneath. “These guys are just plain easy!”

“Rainborg, incoming!” Sebaste shouted, having noticed a squad of Pegasi equipped with heavier versions of the Magica rifles. The squad then opened fire, catching the others off guard. “Damn it!” The Spartan swore before he activated a Bubble shield that surrounded him, Khârn and Rainborg. Alex quickly cast a shield spell both on her and Sebastian before the two returned fire.

   “I would have been fine,” Rainborg growled, her hoof switching from a Bolter to an unusual device. Before the others could ask, it fired, launching what looked like boomerangs very quickly. Before the pegasi could blink, the boomerangs flew up to their necks, cutting clean through before returning to Rainborg’s waiting hoof. It switched again to a large barreled weapon, and the Cyberpegasus took off, her wings transforming into chainswords, with engines keeping her screaming towards the enemy, blasting the first with a sonic blast, before ripping the next to shreds with what looked like deadly spiked pellets.

    The chainswords took care of anything that got close, and within seconds, what was left of the squadron was falling to the ground in bloody pieces.

    “Can you ID the leader of this force?” She asked, looking down at Sebastian. A lone pegasus charged towards her with a sword in his mouth.

 “Look out!” Sebastian yelled.

   Rainborg turned, her hoof transforming yet again, this time a long, glowing blade sliding out of the mechanical devices. She countered the enemy’s blade, the power sword cutting it in two, along with the pegasus’s head. She glanced at Sebastian.  

   “Proximity detector.” She stated simply, before flying off towards where the enemy had come from.

“Show off…” He muttered before he then summoned a pair of gauntlets with four blades each mounted on them that crackled with energy. “FOR THE PRINCESSES! FOR EQUESTRIA!” He roared as he charged forward towards the next enemy squad. A series of loud bangs were heard before a large mech ran past, a single cannon firing before a large fist smashed an enemy soldier to paste in one blow. The legs were double jointed, while a large cockpit could be seen from the side.

Alex froze in shock. “Is that… a Cyclops?!” She stammered.

   “A what?” Khârn asked, looking at the mech in confusion. “Is it an enemy?”

   “If it is, I'll blast it with what I've got.” Rainborg growled. A Warp Portal appeared, and Midnight stepped out.

    “Ahriman has allowed me to aid you in dealing with what's left of the enemy force.” She stated, her eyes beginning to glow a bright blue. “I would recommend you stand back.” The odd color in her eyes spread, what almost looked like bright blue flames erupting across her body, her dark purple armor almost turning into a robe of the flames. Eight black orbs circled around her back, having suddenly appeared. Her wings extended, she floated up into the air, holding out one of her arms.

    One of the orbs flew out in front of her hand. The mech dodged out of the way and Sebaste's voice was heard from it. “Oy, watch where you're shooting those! I'm not invincible in this Cyclops y’know!” He said as he opened fire on a nearby squad.

    “I do believe I stated to clear the area.” Midnight said.

“Alright, alright!” The Spartan muttered as he retreated, laying down suppressing fire with the heavy cannon mounted on the mech’s right arm

   “Golden Wheel Reincarnation Explosion!” Midnight stated, gripping the orb in front of her hand. A burst of power shot out, taking the form of a massive sword. “All who dare to defy the New Black Legion, and any who wish to fight the Dark Gods shall meet this fate.” She growled, raising the blade of energy above her. The enemy fired at her, only for their shots to be blocked by a shield of Warp energy. “Surrender now or be destroyed.”

“Sheesh, you guys must be a lot of fun at parties…” Alex muttered.

   “Hey, I'd recommend not insulting Midnight.” Rainborg warned, “That chakra blade of hers, when at full power, can cut the moon in half.”

“Ugh… Effing Naruto…” Viktor groaned.

   “Hey, we take what weapons and powers we can get.” Rainborg shrugged. “Plus, it was a gift from that Madara Uchiha Displaced.”

Sebaste looked over the Battlefield as three EAF Gryphon VTOL jets enacted a hit and run on the remaining enemy troops, missiles and energy blasts smashing into them. “About time they got here…” he chuckled.

   “Tch.” Midnight deactivated the chakra blade, instead grabbing her staff. “It's been too damn long since I've been able to exert my powers.” She said, blasting a couple stragglers with warp flame.

A tank shell smashed into the ground nearby, causing everyone to stumble from the shockwave. Three of the enemy super heavies had managed to disable the ACU, and were now targeting the Displaced.

  “Damn it!” Viktor swore as he ran up. “It's gonna take weeks to repair the ACU…”

  “Looks like my wish was granted,” Midnight said, a small grin on her face as the flame cloak reappeared. As the blade reformed, she slashed at them, the energy blade ripping through the first two.

   “Actually, the ACU should have an auto repair function.” Rainborg said, collecting some of the enemy weapons. “And if it were destroyed, we'd all be dead too.”

“I’ll worry about it later…” the Spartan said just as Sebastian summoned a Lascannon and fired, striking an exposed gas tank and causing the vehicle to explode.

  “It looks like the enemy is in retreat,” A voice said, before Ahriman appeared from a ripple in reality. “Well done.”

The Cyclops then vanished as Sebaste walked up. “Heh, it’s funny that I’ve now encountered two Displaced from my past life… something tells me that's gonna be a thing in the future.” He said.

   “Possibly.” Ahriman said, glancing to the battlefield. “Before we go, might I get a meeting with the current leader of Equestria? I want to see who currently is in control.”

“I’ll see if Celestia and Luna will be able to do the meeting.” Sebaste said, “But if they don't, then you’ll respect their decision.”

   “Ordering me now, are you?” Ahriman said in a dangerous tone. Then his face brightened, “I'm only joking. I'll respect their decision.”

The Spartan nodded before he activated a private channel to Celestia and Luna. While he talked, Alex looked at Khârn’s metal arm in surprise. I thought I was the only one that had a mechanical arm… She thought, rubbing her own arm.

   “He lost it in an accident during the War of Shadows.” A voice seemingly slithered into her mind, “Though Rainborg is currently researching a possible way to recreate a missing limb and successfully attach it.” Alex looked over to see Midnight staring at her.

Alex snorted. “I had already lost my arm before I was Displaced.” She said bitterly, “So it's nothing new to me. And I would prefer if you stayed out of my mind.”

   “It wouldn't happen if you knew how to protect your mind,” Midnight shrugged. “Your thoughts are mostly just flying out of your head.”

Viktor then walked up to his sister and gave Midnight a curious look. “It's funny, but there's a character named Midnight Sparkle from where we came from. But she looked waaaay more different than how you look.” He said.

   “Well, that's probably due to the fact that, unlike my counterpart in Canterlot High, I have become what is commonly known as a Daemon Prince. The Changer of Fates gifted me this power a few years ago.” Midnight shrugged.

Sebaste then turned to Ahriman, a frown on his face. “I’ve managed to convince the Princesses to allow the meeting, but they're a bit… upset about you appearing with heavily armed troops out of nowhere. But they’ve agreed to meet you in Ponyville at Twilight's castle.” He said.

  “The troops are merely a precaution. For your sakes more than mine.” Ahriman stated, looking out to the forest nearby. “After all, if you had attacked us immediately, better to fight my soldiers than to fight me.”

The Spartan snorted. “This’ll definitely be a tale worth telling Craig…” he muttered.

  “I'm sure it would.” Ahriman replied, turning towards Ponyville’s direction. “Now, I have a meeting to get to, unless you're supposed to escort me or something.”

“We were supposed to head back to Ponyville anyways. Alex has magic training with Twilight.” Viktor said.

“I see.” Ahriman said, looking over to his group. “You three, we are moving back to Ponyville.” He ordered, and they quickly set up a defensive formation around him.

Sebaste turned to his own group and said, “I think it's time I showed you guys what else you’re able to do. Concentrate on what vehicle you want, and it’ll appear next to you like this.” A Warthog appeared next to the Recon.

Nodding, Sebastian soon had a Space Marine Bike, while Alex and Viktor jumped into the Warthog that Sebaste had summoned, the Recon taking the driver's seat. With a roar of engines, the four soon drove towards Ponyville, Sebastian taking the lead on his bike.

When they arrived, they found Ahriman and his group waiting for them.

   “Took you long enough,” Khârn snorted.

“Unlike you, we don't have a Void Dweller to transport us.” Sebaste said, rolling his eyes.

   “Whatever.” Khârn shrugged, before turning towards the town. “So, a meeting with Celestia and Luna, eh? Can't wait to see old Lulu again!”

“I wouldn't call her “Lulu”, not unless you want to be hit by a shot from her “Charybdis” pattern Auto-musket, that thing can easily bust titanium. It could easily put a dent in that armor of yours.” The Spartan warned. “I did that once, took at least 3 days for me to recover.”

  “Eh, whatevs.” Khârn shrugged, before turning to Ahriman. “Hey, Ahriman, didn't you work as Luna’s closest commander and her top Mage during the Civil War?” He asked, and the Warmaster nodded.

“This took place before the start of Season 1?” Sebaste asked.

  “Yes, a couple years after Discord was sealed in stone. Celestia and Luna went to war, and during the final battle, Luna turned into Nightmare Moon and was banished to the moon. We were also banished to the Warp.” Ahriman replied, spotting the castle in the distance.

“Seems a lot of people I’ve met were either banished or stoned by Celestia… and in some cases both her and Luna.” The Spartan said, his voice distant.

  “I see.” Ahriman said as they arrived. “Now then, I suppose the meeting is in the Throne Room?”

“Aye. They're waiting there as we speak.” Sebaste said.

  “Alright then. I'm guessing your gonna have us leave our weapons with you or something?” Ahriman asked, stepping into the castle.

“You’re allowed to keep your weapons as long as you activate the safeties on them. Other than that, if you don't comply, leave them near the door.”

   “Alright then.” Ahriman stated, leaving his weapons where he was told to. The others did the same. The group then entered the Throne Room.

Celestia, Luna and the Mane 6 looked up as they entered. “I assume you're Ahriman of the New Black Legion?” Celestia asked, her tone steely.

  “Yes, I am.” Ahriman said, turning towards Luna and giving a slight bow.

Luna gave a slight nod in return before asking, “Why are you here, if I may ask? And with armed soldiers at that?”

  “The armed soldiers are more of a security measure, in case someone attempts to attack me. As for why I'm here, just a bit of a checkup, to make sure that nothing particularly bad happened during the recoding of this universe. And to make sure these three,” he pointed to Sasha, Alex and Viktor, “Didn't end up insane upon arrival.”

Celestia raised one of her eyebrows. “What in Equestria are you talking about?” She asked.

“He’s what's known as a Void Dweller, a literal god.” Sebaste explained. “Able to create a universe and Displace anyone into it.”

The eyes of the ponies in the room widened at that. “So he was the one that sent you here?” Rainbow asked.

  “No, that was a person I worked with. I merely did some reprogramming of the universe. It was a total wreck before all this.” Ahriman answered.

“And why do you think?” Sebaste snarked, “If you hadn't decided to attack my old universe, it wouldn't have been like that!” His tone turned dark at that.

  “Are you trying to turn this peaceful conversation into a hostile one?” Ahriman asked, his eyes turned red, with a black star of chaos in the center of the iris.

“No, just still a bit ticked off at that.” Sebaste said, before he turned to Celestia. “Your highness, if you need me, I’ll be outside.” He said before he then left the room.

    “Well, now that he’s gone, where were we?” Ahriman said, deactivating his Sharingan.

“You were sitting on the toilet.” Viktor said with a straight face while Alex and Sebastian both groaned at that, Twilight and the others stifling their giggles.

  “So this is the me of the current version of this universe?” Midnight asked, looking down over Twilight’s throne. “A bit more cheerful than what I was expecting.”

   “Midnight, you can chat with her telepathically later.” Ahriman said. The Daemon Princess sighed, before floating back over to where she was earlier.

Twilight shifted her wings nervously, the prosthetics whirring as they moved. She eyed both Midnight and Rainborg with both fascination and fear.

   “Yo.” Rainborg said, nodding towards Twilight’s wings. “Nice wings. I'm detecting some pretty good metal alloys off of it, though it could be better. They still look a bit frail, and could probably get totaled by a stray bullet. If you want, I could sometime give you some reinforced armor for them. Light armor, mind you, but armor nonetheless.”

“They have a shield spell woven into them, so they won't be shot down anytime soon.” Twilight said, her ears twitching nervously.

  “I see.” Rainborg replied. “So, why are you so nervous?” She walked over. “Is it because I'm more Machine than Pony?”

Twilight nodded. “I’ve never seen a pony with that many… augmentations before.” She admitted.

  “Well, originally, it was just a few simple augments, like my right eye and my forelegs. My wings got ripped off by some Displaced, and then I just started adding more to myself.” Rainborg shrugged.

Sebastian chuckled, “So you went all Iron Hands? Never really understood why they went whole hog with the augments, but that's just me.”

  “Yeah, well the Displaced who outfitted me with the original upgrades later gave me a piece of hardware that allows for me to look and feel like my old self.” Rainborg said. “Though you've already seen that firsthand.”

“I’ll admit, that was a surprise for me too.” Sebaste said as he re entered the room. “I'm guessing that Rainbine gave you that upgrade?”

   “Yeah. She also gave me a few other software updates, like a music player for instance.” The Cyberpegasus replied.

“Hey Rainborg, I think I have a song or two you might like.” Viktor said as Kyra appeared on his shoulder.

   “Do you have a data port or cord thing? I mean, I do have my own personal wifi, but I generally refrain from using it.” Rainborg shrugged.

“Yeah, hang on…”  He then opened a slot on his arm armor and pulled out a plug in storage device. He then plugged it into his armor and said, “Kyra, add music files 4433 and 2008, keywords Factory Remix  and Sister Location.” In a just a few minutes, the two songs were added to the device

“Alright, the data port is next to my left ear. Please try not to damage it, and please don't try anything funny. Firefly can and will turn your suit into your coffin.” Rainborg warned, the data port popping open.

Viktor rolled his eyes before he carefully plugged the device in. “There ya go.” He said.

  “Good. And yes, the threat was necessary. I'm essentially giving you access to my freaking mind.” Rainborg stated, before downloading the files.

“I’ll mind what I do around you.” The Spartan chuckled nervously as he removed the device and returned it to its slot. “Hope you enjoy the songs.”

  “Eh. But anyways, Twilight, if ever you need a mechanic for your wings,” Rainborg pulled out a small button, “Press this. It's essentially a homing beacon for my teleporter.” She tossed it over to the alicorn.

Twilight grabbed the button with her magic and put it in a small slot in her armor. Celestia then cleared her throat. “If there's nothing else to be discussed, then this meeting is adjourned.”

   “Yes. It was good to see you, Princess Celestia, as well as you, Princess Luna. I still have some fond memories of serving under you during the civil war back in my universe.” Ahriman said, rising from the table.

Despite looking confused, Luna said, “Twas nice meeting you, Ahriman. May Faust protect you.”

Sebaste then spoke up. “I may have had a bad start when we first met, but now, maybe you redisplacing me showed that there's always a second chance to start things over.” He then chuckled. “If I had said this when I was younger, I wouldn't have believed what I had just uttered from my mouth.”

  “Well, if you ever need us,” Ahriman gestured to Khârn, who tossed a plasma gun to them, “That's Khârn’s token.”

Sebaste grabbed the weapon before he asked, “You still have my old token?”

  “I believe so.” Ahriman said as he walked out to the main hall.

“If it's changed to an AR with a energy bayonet, then that means my token has reactivated.” He said

“Alright.” Ahriman said, opening up a rift to his universe. “I bid you farewell, Princess Celestia, Princess Lulu, and the others.” He said, stepping through the portal. The others followed him.

“Farewell Ahriman.” Celestia said.

Sebaste watched as the members of the New Black Legion entered the rift, his eyes distant. He then sighed as an old memory surfaced, one of when he had joked with the Mane 6 while relaxing at the Golden Oaks library.

  Suddenly, a knock came to the door. “Special delivery for one Sebaste!”

The Spartan walked to the door, a confused look hidden under his helmet as he opened the door.

  A mail pony looked up at him. “Are you Sebaste?” He asked, nodding with his head towards a large crate. “This came on the mail for you.”

The heck is this? “Yeah, I'm Sebaste… but most of the ponies know me as Eliteslayer.” The Spartan replied.

 “Just sign here please.” The mailpony held out a clipboard with his mouth.

The Spartan took the clipboard and after signing it, handed it back to the courier.

  “Alright, have a good day!” The Mailpony said, before walking off, leaving the large crate behind.

“Yo, Eliteslayer! What's going on? And what the heck is with the crate?!” Viktor asked as he walked up.
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“I have no idea, but stand back.” The veteran Spartan said before he smashed one side of the box, ripping the side off and knocking the top away. He then looked at the occupant in shock. “It… it can't be…” He stammered. “You… you were declared dead!”

“S-Sebaste? Where am I?” Huddled on the floor, while heavily augmented, was the Rainbow from his old universe.