Demoman chuckled as he took a deep swig from his jug before turning to the filly in his arm. "So, what should we do today, Fluttershy?" he asked before belching.
Fluttershy merely smiled up at him before nuzzling into his chest. She was perfectly content to be in his company, though she still wrinkled her nose at the scent of his breath, making him guffaw.
"Don't care, huh?" he bellowed. He rubbed his jaw. "Let's see...what's there to do around here..." He shrugged. "Might as well check on my mixes." Turning, he carried Fluttershy to an area of the fortress that lacked a roof but had highly reinforced walls and showed numerous signs of blast damage all over. Inside were several barrels, numerous jars of various chemicals, and various chemistry equipment. He grinned down at the filly. "This is where I make my bombs!" he proclaimed proudly. "Like it?"
Fluttershy gazed about the room in awe, her wings buzzing as she wanted to look around at all the shiny things.
Demoman waved his finger in front of her face. "No," he said quickly. "These things aren't toys." He set her down near one of the already full barrels. "Can you sit still and be good while I work?" When she nodded, he chuckled. "Good girl."
With that, Demoman got to work, pouring the contents of the various jars into the barrels and stirring, all along singing drunkenly as he continued to drink from his jug. He knew how to do all this, and he wasn't all that concerned. After all, if he made a mistake, he'd just respawn. And so he continued to drink from his jug repeatedly, becoming more muddle headed as he went.
Fluttershy, meanwhile, watched in curious interest. She didn't fully understand what he was doing, but could tell he was having fun. She wanted to have fun, too. However, he'd told her to sit still and be good, so that's what she was doing. However, the various smells were doing a real number on her curiosity. She really wanted to investigate what all the smells were.
Thinking carefully, she observed all his actions. She wasn't supposed to interrupt his work...but he hadn't been doing anything with the barrel nearest her, which had a very interesting smell. Her unformed mind came to the conclusion that said barrel wasn't involved in his work, and investigating it therefore wouldn't interrupt his work. The rationalization and decision made, she stood up and rested her forehooves against the barrel. She buzzed her wings, intent on flying up to investigate the barrel, only for the barrel to tip. Scared, she quickly pulled back, only for the barrel to tip back towards her. The off balance barrel continued to wobble until Demoman - in his drunken dance - bumped into the swaying barrel, dumping its contents over Fluttershy.
Demoman yelled in shock, quickly tossing what he was holding a safe distance away, where it exploded safely. He quickly scooped up Fluttershy. "Oh no, oh no, oh no!" He muttered quickly. "I need to get you cleaned off, I need to get water-" He stopped. "Wait, some of these explode in water!" He quickly lifted the barrel. "Unlabeled? Which mix was this?" He quickly struggled through his head to figure out what Fluttershy had been soaked in, but he was so muddled by the drink that he couldn't remember. "Demo you bampot!" he shouted at himself. "What were you thinking, bringing Fluttershy to the bomb barrels? She's not tied to the respawner!"
Fluttershy looked up at him in both confusion and sorrow as the liquid she'd been soaked in sank into her mane and coat. She knew she'd been bad, and was worried she would be punished. However, the interesting smell continued to assault her nose, and she realized it was coming from her now. Curious, she gave her hoof an experimental lick.
Seeing this, Demoman reacted. "No, Shy, don't!"
As she pulled her tongue back into her mouth, tasting the liquid in her fur, she swallowed. She blinked for a bit, then promptly slumped over in unconsciousness.
Demoman shrieked in fear.
Engineer, passing by, quickly ducked his head in. "Demo, what happened?"
Demoman looked up. "Engineer! One of my mixes spilled on Fluttershy, and she licked some! Now she's unconscious, and I don't know what to do!"
"What?" Engineer demanded in shock. "How did that happen? Why don't you know what to do? I thought you knew everything about your mixes?"
"Because I'm drunk!" he wailed. "I can't remember what the mix was, so I don't know what I need to do to clean her off safely or detox her or...or..." Tears started to fall from his single eye. "I don't know what to do..."
Engineer rested a hand on the Scotsman's shoulder. "Don't worry, we'll fix this. First, we need to get a sample of the mix, then run it down to Medic for him to figure out what it is."
"Right," Demoman replied, trying to stand.
"I'll get it," Engineer interrupted, approaching the upended barrel. Kneeling down, he pulled out a flask to scoop some up...and paused. "Demo, does one of your mixes use fruit?"
Demoman blinked. "No..."
"Well, there's some kinda fruit skin at the bottom of the barrel."
Demoman came over to examine the barrel's contents. Curiously, he dipped a finger in the liquid, and brought it to his lips. He cautiously licked. Relief flooded his features. "Oh, this was one of my brew barrels."
"Brew barrels?" Engineer asked curiously.
"For brewing my own drinks," Demoman replied. "I left some apple skins in the bottom for stronger flavor."
Engineer blinked. "Are you saying...Fluttershy's been soaked in Applejack?"
"Yup," Demoman said. At Engineer's groan, he added defensively, "What? I loves me some good applejack." Engineer only face palmed. Demoman carried Fluttershy to the sink and began to wash her off.
Engineer stood up. "Well, I'll leave her to you then," he said calmly. "Just keep her out of this room, okay?"
Demoman nodded, and Engineer left. As he continued to clean the filly, he was lost in his thoughts, though. He'd lucked out that it was only some fermented fruit juices that had spilled onto Fluttershy. It could easily have been an explosive chemical mix, and then Fluttershy would have blown up.
"And unlike me," he said softly, "you don't get to explode twice." He didn't notice Engineer banging his head on the wall just outside. "I need to be more careful...for your sake."
He glanced at the jug sitting innocently on the counter. Sighing to himself, he stuck the cork in. "I need to cut back," he said simply. "I can't let my mind become so fuddled that I forget what is what. I can't let this happen again."
Once Fluttershy was completely clean of the jacked cider, he grabbed a towel to dry her off. "Gotta be responsible for you, baby," he said softly, stroking the now dozing filly's face. He was glad to see she recovered quickly, even if she was a real lightweight. "Gotta be good for you."
Still dozing, Fluttershy nuzzled sleepily into the caress.
Demoman cutting back on his drinking? Only Fluttershy could make something like that happen.
Awwwwww <3
4562882 Damn You Stole My Comment, was JUST about to write that like 2 seconds ago. wow
great minds think alike i guess. LOL
Of course Demoman would keep a barrel of moonshine with barrels of explosives.
Have you seen the new video that just came out on official tf2 website?
I have teleported bread.
I laughed
Cuteness overload. DYING.
Calling it now, Engi is a brony.
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I think it was obvious when he played the MLP theme earlier. And knew her name before he talked to the rest of the team.
Calling it now, Hale is a brony.
4562916 I have. Ms. Pauling IS finally rendered like the rest of the mercs! Heck, I'm looking forward to the new update.
4562916 Thank you for posting this video
This chapter was cute, but I was slightly disappointed with Demoman's drinking problem At least Fluttershy was able to inadvertently coax him into sobering up
4563017 Yeah... kinda couldn't see that part thanks to having dial-up internet... Let the feels for still having dial up internet commence.
Needs more bread. If Soldier does not have any bread references I will be internet upset.
O man I hope that there is at least one scene from the new tf2 video
Heavy is not happy vith Demo, vhen Fluttershy vakes up with hangover
Fluttershy covered in Applejack
New ship
Half-life 3 confirmed.
4563288 Heavy vill make sandvich vith EXPLOSIVE taste!
Sometimes, being a father makes others better themselves..
4562916 I teleported bread.
If you don't mind me asking, put this character in your story:
Painis Cupcake. (And yes, I'm being serious)
Good chapter as always.
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Does this character have a backstory that is canon to the TF2 source material?
If yes, I'll consider inclusion.
If not, no.
4563805 ...Ok you got me there.
Add this character, he has a backstory and is in the game. Trust me, he's funny.
https://wiki.teamfortress.com/wiki/Merasmus
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Oh, I already have plans for him.
This went from cute to panic to humor in a quick round of insta-drunk filly. Adorable.
I wonder what she will do with spy... Maybe they can do some (already done) recon of the Blu side of things. Teach her how to hide maybe?
I wonder what she will do with spy... Maybe they can do some (already done) recon of the Blu side of things. Teach her how to hide maybe?
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It's on a boat.
and then he says that to the real one and gets his ears boxed.
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Just in case of needing a molotov cocktail!
4563780 Wtf did I just watch?
4562916 "I have done nothing but teleport bread for three days." Oh my gosh, I love soldier.
Making the Engineer being a brony... It's a bit overused...
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Okay, not a bit...
This was ad'awwwwable as usual. And Applejack cider? Löl?
I can't wait to see what crazyness Soldier will do, that chapter will be awesome!
-Zeph
I don't know why, but this line is hilarious in my opinion...
So, Demoman's cutting back on drinking, Scout's being quieter, and Pyro is not letting Pyroland overwhelm him quite as much? Okay, I see 'Shy is helping each of the mercs become better people...
This story...so cute.
4566399 Maybe it's so funny because of all the shipping that could come from it?
4566399 Didn't expect to see you here.
Also, I loved Demoman's breakdown. I don't know why, but I've always loved seeing characters break down and cry.
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Yeah, the realization moment. And I've read pretty much every single TF2 crossover on the site.
moar
Aaahhh, the respawn option.
Also known as the greatest option ever.
Demoman's been my favorite class even before this, because explosions and things.
:3
"Fluttershy soaked in Applejack." Why yes, I DID see what you did there...brilliant!
These guys were already good at what they do; How well will they do once they become a sane, stable, sober, cohesive unit?
*grins*
I really hope that when the other come to pick up fluttershy the red team doesn't let that bitch Helen do anything bad to equestria.
It's been a while since I found the time to read and comment on stories and I must say you did impressive work. The Pyro is actually referred to in-game as Fire-Magus, or Masked Salamander, though only in Medieval Mode.
Of all potential roles for Fluttershy to adopt later I would think of Fumigant Moonshiner, a variant of the Demoman. Yes, I know that it's unlikely for her to become a Mini-Me for any of the classes--raising her is a group effort--but it's the class that I believe would have the most out-of-combat appeal. If it were not for Demoman's drinking problem then I would have expected him to regal her with small fireworks, tiny rockets, and later perhaps perfumes and fertilizer for a small garden.
I know that there is much she can do with the others--from dressing up with Spy and doing performances, to going hunting with Sniper--but Demoman seems to me a family trade. The brains of the group are definitely Medic and Engineer, but emulating them would require College degrees while Demoman is reminiscent of moonshiner hillfolk who use hand scrawled recipes and unorthodox methods to create wondrous effects in the form of potent liquids. Demoman is certainly not as stupid as his drunk presentation let's many people believe. "One crossed wire, one wayward inch of potasium,"etc.
Her first weapon could be a paintball gun, to spread colours. This could be a group gift from all the mercenaries, as there is a little bit of all of them in this.
The classes of TF2 are balanced in such a way that a tenth class would disrupt the entire game so I would suggest to find inspiration with the Demoman--the most versatile class and a European tournament favorite. Demoman is a defensive class which would suit the kind Fluttershy, and instead of explosives she could brew up smoke or sleeping gas. The Demoman can also easily switch to offensive and is the only class that can quickly set up forward bases by setting up traps.
This focus on traps requires patience which could link back to her experiences with Sniper. Learning the layout of the land may come from Spy and Scout, the love for explosions from Soldier, the precise science of chemicals from Medic and Engineer, etc. But most of all, it would be Pyro who could learn her to spread colour around with her paint cannon.
I can't get the image out of my head of Fluttershy flying around spraying paint and coloured smoke, only to switch to sleeping gas in combat. The Demo is also the melee specialist of the game--see Demoknight--so a mad Fluttershy could be a close combat menace. Perhaps dosed up on special brews for extra oomph?
Oops, I'm not here to tell you how to write your story. Alchemist just seemed like something that Fluttershy could become to fit in the established roles.
Great story, I'll be cheering you on.
Say what now?
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Demoman was holding something volatile. He threw it into a corner of the room where no one would be harmed by the explosion.
4586047 No, I get that part, but no bomb explodes safely. if somebody was hit by the bomb, you're saying it wouldn't have killed them?
(not trying to be a troll or whatever)
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By 'exploded safely', I mean that nothing was damaged as a result of the explosion. Much like how a bomb disposal unit deals with explosive ordinance.
4586081 Okay, I get what you're trying to say now, but I think it's one of those things that, if it has to be explained that it's not as easy to understand.
Thank you for letting me ramble, and have yourself a good rest of the day.
4562916 SEDUCE ME!