Chapter 13 - Mindful Luna
It was an odd obstruction.
A door, hanging in the inky blackness of nothing.
Luna was at a loss, having found no other entrance to this dreamers mindscape. For a full moon she had waited, searching without a single trace of the new mind that had come upon Equestria. For a full moon she was disappointed, the new arrival seeming to be unable to sleep.
She would have gone and met him in person, but her duties had kept her busy and left her unable to make the journey. Stray thoughts betrayed her sister, thinking it of her own volition to keep her away from the visitor. Indeed, she had long given up any ideas of Celestia putting up mental barriers to protect the human, she herself claimed that she did no such thing.
So she waited, watching. Each night she raised the moon on high and lit up the stars. Each night she finished her duties, and she delved into the etherscape, moving as a morpheus through the thoughts and dreams of the once awoken. She went to those troubled, and soothed their thoughts. She peered among those that were at peace, and copied their reflections to sooth yet more nightmares.
And every night, she focused her attention on Ponyville. She swam back and forth through the desires, the doubts, and kept a lookout for a dream she had never seen before. She knew it would lead her to the newest member of the semi-rural burg.
And after a full moon, her efforts were rewarded. A glimmer of light she had never seen in Ponyville before, the dreams of one asleep shining in the infinite darkness, along with the countless other lights.
She dove towards it, forgetting all others. Reaching the dream, she touched it, and entered.
Which is where she found herself now, floating in front of a seemingly normal, drab, boring wooden door.
This made no sense to Luna, was this the dream itself? A door? No, impossible, there was always a touch of chaos to a dream. And if he was lucid, then she would have felt the eyes watching once she had entered the dream.
Finding no other entrance to the dream, Luna delved once more into it. Floating before the door, she resorted to the only option she found left to her.
She formed a hoof, raised it up, and rapped it against the door three times.
The mind is a curious thing, more complex than anything, yet so malleable. I was lost in my dreams, the images a blur of color. Just as suddenly as it came, however, it left in a hurry. I opened my eyes, looking around the white landscape that was my mind. I immediately became alert. For me to be wrenched from my dreams, my outer most barrier had been breached. I calmed myself and reached out with my senses, looking for the intruder.
It was much to my surprise when I discovered it was none other than Luna. The energy was different from the one in my universe, yet it was also alike in many ways. She must have been dream walking when she discovered my dream. No doubt she was confused right now, it can't be a common occurrence for the Princess of the Night to be blocked from entering a dream.
I humored the thought of actually letting her into my mind. I would be the one in control, and I'd be lying if I told myself I wasn't the least bit curious to meet one of the princesses. After all, they weren't the same Celestia and Luna I knew from my own Universe.
After a few more moments I decided to give Luna a chance, but not without a little fun on my part. With but a thought I created a wooden door which would lead to my inner mind. I struggled to control my mirth as I sensed her presence hover before the construct, only to leave and return not minutes later. It was on her second return did I hear the rapt of hoof on wood. Deciding to at least make this more comfortable, I imagined myself back in my home.
I grinned as I looked around, recognizing the furniture and books. I strode up to the front door and opened it, finding a rather baffled Luna waiting outside. I gave her a grin. "And to what pleasure do I owe the Princess of the Night?"
I hummed in amusement as I watched Luna observe my being and the room behind me. It was certainly a nice change from the constant fear and suspicion I would normally receive from ponies.
"You… are not Wade?" She asked, tentatively.
"No, I am not Wade. My name is Robin and I'm currently residing in your land for a short duration. Wade has requested my assistance in teaching him magic and I agreed to aid him. I will only be staying here for about a week and I can assure you that, within such time, I will not cause any problems or endanger your subjects."
I finished with a flair of my hand and retreated further inside my home, waving for Luna to join me.
"We appreciate thy cander, sir Robin. Tis great of news to hear that Wade is well. We had thought him ill for this past month. But enough of our concerns. Tis true? Thou say thee will remain for yet a week? If it would prove pleasing to thee, we would like it if thou would… converse? With us?" she added hopefully.
I smiled inward. I could hear her silent plea to have a conversation with me. This only proved that she was not the Luna I knew. This here was a pony I had never met before.
Still, something was off with what she said. How could she not have met Wade within his dreams? It was almost as if she implied he never dreamed to begin with.
I gave Luna a warm smile and gestured to a nearby chair, "Of course, Luna, please make yourself at home. I don't have much in the ways of comfort, but I manage to get by."
I watched with interest as she foregone the chair and made for my bookshelf. Her eyes scanned the tomes which held many of the spells that I wield. Once finished she tore her gaze from the books to examine the rest of my humble abode. Of course, there wasn't much to take in. It was furnished with a mixture of my old furniture with that of my new ones. The highlight of the room was the ornate chandelier hanging from the ceiling. I’ll admit, that was something I came up with on the spot. I always found those old things to be so beautiful when made right.
She hummed to herself and I watched with curious fascination as her body began to glow. Before my very eyes her body began to change. Her long back arched upwards and topped with a lovely elegant neck. Her face she framed with her hair, letting the brilliant dusky onyx locks flow over the front of her right shoulder. She kept her skin the same color as her coat, flecking her cheeks with glitters of stardust.
Before me stood a very human Luna. Granted, she was also rather blue.
"Worry not sir Robin, tis more than enough for one such as I. Such comforts as this be greater than most. Again, I pray we are not making too much of an imposition upon thee?"
I raised an eyebrow as I looked over Luna's new form. She was quite stunning, and I'd be lying if I didn't think she was attractive. Her slim figure, the curves of her hips, her-
I shook my head vigorously, trying to clear my thoughts. I've repressed those urges long ago, they are not a problem for me now... I think… I hope.
I cleared my throat, "That's very true, but you should have seen the place before I went shopping for new furniture. And no, you're not intruding at all. It's rather nice to get company like this, keeps my mind from wandering too much."
Dreams used to be a fear of mine. The things I did, the results of my actions. Sometimes, even after all this time, I still have nightmares. I used to go days without sleep just to avoid them. You never forget the faces of those who die. The terror in their eyes as the life drains from them.
I hummed and drummed my fingers against the table. "You don't need to change your form for my own benefit. Don't get me wrong, I appreciate the gesture. It's just been so long since I've seen another human, besides Wade that is," I trailed off thinking if I should offer Luna a drink, "Would you like a cup of coffee Luna?"
"We would welcome such a beverage. Thankee sai," Luna stated, settling into an open chair.
"We hope tis not too much of an inconvenience if we were to sit for our pleasantries? And 'i' do mean 'we' in the non royal terms."
I did a double take at the formality. Here I was, a humble man who lived in the woods, chatting with an immortal goddess who was also a pony transformed into a human. I would like to think we were beyond formalities at this point.
"There's no need for formalities here, Luna. I would've thought I made that quite clear by now. Titles are just a waste of breath, in my opinion."
I got up from my seat and made my way to the coffee machine, preparing the grinds. Less than a minute later a pot was brewed. I poured two cups, one for myself and another for Luna. I brought it back, placing the hot beverage before her. "So, how has your night been? It must be fascinating, being able to travel the dreamscape at will."
I snapped my fingers and a glass of milk and a bowl sugar appeared on the table between us. I always did enjoy doing little things like that. "I prefer mine black, but I'm not the only one here this time."
Luna reached a hand forth and grabbed the glass of milk. Pouring a small amount in the mug, she set it down and grabbed a spoonful of sugar.
"I myself prefer a little of both whites, to be honest," Luna admitted, slipping from the royal tongue. Returning the spoon to the bowl, she took a deep sip of the offered drink.
"Quite a delicious blend you've recreated. I especially appreciate the detail of the distinct bitterness. Most dreamers forget that within the dream, and just remember it as a 'good' flavor without putting any thought into the detail." Luna swallowed, allowing the flavor to linger in her mouth.
So she still thought this was a dream? Funny, I would think she would have realized how untrue such a statement is the moment she saw the door.
"As to your question, my night has been trying. Nobles who believe me less scrupulous than mine sister seek to get me to overturn the choices she hath made in day court, continuously. I've been back for four years, you'd think they would have gotten it through their thick heads by now that just because I am younger than mine sister, it means not that I am stupid when it comes to the ways of the world and it's politics. For the past three nights alone, mine own nephew has had his retainers inquire as to a repeal of a restraining order. His own reasons being that it was filed 'in great distress' and that the pony in question was 'ill informed as to the situation'." Luna scoffed, a short guttural laugh that was without humor. "I looked into it personally, turns out he got some mare pregnant, then took offense after she found out he was a royal jerk." Luna shot me a discreet smile, "And I do intend that to have the double meaning. If I had my way my nephew wouldn't even get visits to see his daughter, his influence is not something that needs to spread."
Nephew? I don't recall that from the show. I wonder if it's another difference between universes?
I chuckled along with the princess of the night. "Ah, the deadly game of politics, not a life I would want to live myself. I don't think I'd do very well either, considering I'd spend much of my time with my nose in a book. Still, I wouldn't accept someone so blatantly questioning my intelligence like that, if they already knew me. In all honesty, you need to remind these ponies just who is in charge. They may be nobles, but they don't hold any true power. Now, I'm not saying arrest them, but you need to have a little backbone." I rubbed my chin and considered one option, "I suggest you deal with your nephew first. If you put him in line, then the other nobles will notice you're tired of such behavior."
I leaned back and ran my hand through my hair, giving Luna a sly smile. "Also, I'm afraid I must inform you that you are not, nor ever were, in my dream. Yes, I was dreaming, but the moment you entered my outer mind I awoke. Right now I'm treating you to some of my memories. As to why they are so clear, lets just say I have a very good memory."
"Ah," Luna exclaimed, "I was wondering about that. This is dangerous for you, you know. If you don't get enough REM sleep through true dreaming, you will eventually damage your mind. That is the true reason dreams are so important. Please tell me you don't do this every night, and instead were simply indulging me my baser curiosity?"
I rolled that information around in my mind, "Is that so? Normally I would call someone out on that, but coming from the goddess of dreams herself, I'm inclined to believe you. Also, I don't think you quite understand the situation you're in. I'm not dreaming, I'm not even asleep. Right now I'm awake in bed, meditating and creating this illusion for you."
I took another sip of coffee, watching Luna's reaction to this new news.
"When I offered you that door, that was more than just an entrance into my mind, it was also an invitation. At this very moment our minds are linked together, the thread strong enough to keep you here, but weak enough that there won't be any damages should one of us be violently wrenched from our concentration. The reason this seems like a dream, Luna, is because I have full mastery over my mind. Concepts that are impossible are very much plausible here. All I have to do is will it. Within my own mind, I'm virtually a god."
Luna took this new information in stride, grinning slightly. Any confidence I may have held had diminished slightly. I didn't like it when others knew things I did not.
"Is that so?" Luna queried.
"A little bit of warning," she prompted, reflecting a dream from Discord. How did I know it was Discord? I could virtually sense the chaotic essence filling my mind. I began to grow concerned for my well being as items changed shape and color. The last place I wanted this to happen was within my own mind. "I am not the only one who has the ability to enter one's mind through dream walking. This is only the barest reflection of the dreams of Discord, if you try to take such a rigid mindscape against beings such as him," Luna paused, as the reflection flickered over her and my head, changing our Egos. I now appeared as some sort of snake, and Luna herself found her Ego to look ironically like that of a robin, "You will only find out how truly brittle it is. You need to have flexibility as well as brute mental strength."
Luna sucked the reflection back behind her mental barrier and I watched as the environment slowly returned to normal. I restored my being with a huff, brushing at my shoulder as if there was a stubborn piece of lint hanging there. I took the moment to conduct a self scan of my own barriers. They were still intact and weren't even tampered with. Must be because Luna is free within my own mind.
"Well, I suppose I deserved that one. My mental barriers may be second to none, but I have little experience in maintaining a connection such as this. Still, I thank you for the lesson. I suppose now that I think about it, a rigid thread is more inclined to snap."
I sighed and placed the empty mug in front of me. "However, as much as I enjoy the pleasantries, I suspect there is a reason you sought out my dream? You first asked me if I wasn't Wade. Rather strange considering for as long as he's been here, I would think you would've had a conversation with him. After all, there aren't exactly a lot of humans residing in Equestria."
"There… there aren't any humans left in Equestria." Luna stopped, fighting to tamp down the emotions threatening to explode forth.
"There hasn't been for over a millennium. They came from another world, but those that came were only male. They had no desires to further their line, instead using their years to spread their knowledge across the land. They died out in their first generation, much to the populaces heartbreak."
"Since then, it appears they have fallen from the eyes of recognition, becoming no more than folklore and fantasy. Even their advice and knowledge seem to have been forgotten, the bare minimum of their teaching seeming to have survived. Everywhere I look nowadays I see the slightest glimpse of ponies I… sorry, of people I once knew, who walked and talked with me and enjoyed my night. It was a cruel trick to learn that a human had returned to Equestria, and be unable to converse with them as I had done in the past."
Luna shifted her Ego back to her human shape. I’m glad she did, it was awkward to talk to a bird with so much emotion. "Apologies, should have caught that sooner. As I was trying to say before I distracted myself with memories of the past, I have been as of yet unable to find the dreamscape of the human known as Wade." Luna sighed, her discontent easily visible on her face.
"I sent letters to his caretaker, Element Bearer Twilight requesting information as to his physical and mental state, and to check and see if there was anything abnormal with his sleeping patterns." With a final sip at the mug in her hand, she placed it down in a calm fashion. "She replied that there wasn't anything out of the ordinary with his sleep. She even included diagrams and pie charts keeping track of his average snore timber, and that he liked to sleep on his back. Among a literal Roc's weight of other stuff..." Luna petered off, coughing into her hand.
"For the past moon it has been of constant confusion for myself. He sleeps, yet he does not dream. In her reports, when asked, Wade even replied 'I never remember my dreams. If I even have any'." Luna's head drooped in sadness.
"And I have not had time free to visit the human Wade as I have wished, my duties have taken precedent." Luna’s gaze brightened, refocusing her attention on me, "So you can imagine my surprise when I found yet another human, and one I could actually reach! Please, tell me all about yourself, where are you from, what are your hobbies, what's your favorite food and… oh." Luna was less than a few inches away from me, her enthusiasm having brought her out of her seat and uncomfortably, physically close without her even realizing.
"Ahem," she coughed, sitting down once more. "Apologies for my lack of tact. I'm simply… overwhelmed to be able to talk to one of you once again..."
I blinked, absorbing all this information and the implications it came with. Not only were there once humans, but they seemed to be the ones better known from earth. This could be a universe where Human technology took new leaps and bounds! Imagine traversing the systems at the speed of light, the new planets to discover!
But, then there was the issue with Wade. To have the inability to dream is an odd one to be sure. Most humans dream, it shows that information and memories are being sorted as the brain rests for the night. It's possible to not remember your dream, but to not dream at all? Very unusual.
I cleared my throat before speaking, "That's quite alright, Luna. Allow me to answer your questions. My name, as you already know, is Robin, and I hail from an alternate universe. I reside in an Equestria much like this one, yet with noticeable differences. For starters, this is the future of my own universe, to some extent. Back home, it's only been a few months since Discord had broken free of his prison. I am an expert mage and I currently live within the Everfree forest. I spend most of my time researching uses for my magic and anything else that catches my fancy. I'm a scholar at heart and will always wish to further my knowledge. At this time, I also have an apprentice back home. She's a tough one, but I like to think under my training she's come far in life."
Luna blinked. "This apprentice of yours, they are a good match for you?" Luna asked, a smile forming it's way to her lips.
I chuckled as I thought of Trixie. "She was a handful at first. Had a terrible ego and saw herself above everyone else. I managed to 'beat' that out of her for the most part. Still, I couldn't have asked for a better student. She's progressed remarkably in such a short amount of time. Perhaps you know her? She goes by the name of Trixie."
"Trixie..." Luna mused over the name, "You don't mean... the showmare Trixie Lulamoon, do you? Blue coat, always wears a peaked hat with a wide brim and a cloak?" Luna stated excitedly.
"That's the one! although, under me, she's not going to be a showmare. No, I plan on making her into a powerful and respected Archmage. She'll go far in life, I'm sure of it."
"Well, I wish your Trixie well. I caught her fireworks display at the last Grand Galloping Gala. If your Trixie is even half as talented as ours has proven to be, then I am certain she will go on to be a truly great mage. If I may ask however," Luna cocked her head to the side, "What exactly is an Archmage? If you do not mind me asking."
I grinned and snapped my fingers, causing four books to shoot out from the bookshelf and land upon the table. "An Archmage, Luna, is a wielder of many different forms of magic. Not only must you be able to utilize different forms of magic, but you need to have mastered them as well. I myself am considered an Archmage, as I've mastered four elemental magics; Fire, Wind, Lightning, and Dark." I pointed to each of the books in succession, each giving off a small glow as I did so. "Unlike most forms of magic, the type I have mastered requires an artifact to use. It has its ups and downs, but it's an extremely powerful type of magic and has many uses."
"Intriguing... It is good to hear that knowledge is being spread, Although I am more than a little jealous it isn't here in our Equestria." Luna's frown was immediately erased as a thought occurred to her. "I could just suggest that Wade teach Twilight… but she is rather stubborn when she believes herself smarter... at least according to what my sister has told me... " Luna stopped, a sudden notion hitting her.
"If it would not be too impertinent to ask, would you be willing to take on another student while you are here, alongside Wade? To teach them as you are him?"
I shook my head sadly. "I'm sorry Luna, but I will be unable to teach another while I am here. For starters, learning my magic requires the user to understand an Ancient Language. Therein lies the problem: Wade has the uncanny ability to seemingly understand any known language. Since Wade isn't obstructed by the language barrier, he's already progressed to the point where he's ready to learn the magic itself. Perhaps one day when I'm not so pressed for time, but I only have a week here at most and It's best if I focus on a single student."
"I… understand. But if I may ask, would you be willing to construct a guide of sorts, to allow one to learn this language? I know not of Wade's 'uncanny ability', but from what I have heard he is unable to read Equish. I know not if he would be able to pass on this knowledge..."
I hummed and scratched my chin. "To be completely honest Luna, I don't think I can. If Wade can't read Equish, then I doubt I'd do much better. I'll look into it, but I can't promise much."
Even if I could I'm not sure I would. I shouldn't share this magic like one would a bag of candy.
"Simply saying you'll try is much more than I could ever have wished for," Luna admitted. "I couldn't possibly ask for more." Luna's expression brightened as a new question entered her mind. "So this training, will you be coming back to continue it? I may be wrong, but a single week does not seem long enough to learn a completely new art..."
"Normally you would be correct, but this magic works in a strange way. Imagine the four paths I mentioned, now imagine each spell being at a different level, more powerful spells residing at higher levels. The base spells are know as Fire, Wind, Thunder, and Flux. Here's the interesting bit about this magic. When you practice enough in a field, new spells are unlocked to you. The spells are ingrained into your very mind. I know not how this happens, but I suspect it has something to do with the language." I reached my hand out and the translation book flew out from the shelf. I snatched it from the air and handed it to Luna. "This language is a long dead script used by mages from another universe entirely. The words themselves can be considered magical in nature, which is why I think they have to do with the introduction of new spells."
"I see," Luna said, turning the pages with her will. "My apologies, I've spent my life learning my worlds various languages and texts, but I find myself staring at such as I have naught seen before," she continued, slightly slipping into the royal tongue.
"Does it have a name?”
I shook my head sadly. "The name of the language has been lost to time. It is only known now as the Ancient Language, or the old tongue. There are very few fluent speakers left in existence."
"And you are one?" Luna smiled, "It's always sad when knowledge falls between the cracks of time. I'm glad to hear that one such pearl of wisdom is safe."
I returned the smile. "Indeed, I am fluent in the Ancient Language. Through Trixie I hope to keep it alive back in my home Universe."
"An admirable goal," Luna stated, twirling her hand in front of herself and making a medal appear before her. It was a small burnished disk of bronze, one side covered in the image of the sun and moon crossed in a yin-yang motif. The other side had a flowering script, one which I could not read.
"I would like you to have this," Luna laughed at the situation, "It seems we're just giving these away nowadays. My sister gave this upon your student, Wade, shortly after he arrived. It is an old title no longer recognized to the heights it once was, but my sister and I have long memories, and of us personally fond ones regarding those that held this title. With this, all others of myself and my sister should recognize the truth of your words. If their worlds are not variations where this title does not exist. I know of such a possibility, but I believe this may give you an 'edge'."
The false image disappeared before I felt the sensation of something smooth in my right hand. I looked down at it in confusion. What exactly did Luna do? I gave her a questioning look.
"Apologies. Just left it for you in the waking world. You really should close your windows, you might catch a cold," she chastised.
I blinked in surprise as I switched my gaze from my hand back to Luna. That was quite a feat, creating a physical object while residing within my mind, if not a bit disconcerting. This Luna is far more powerful than my own.
I could feel it resting within my palm even from the deep recesses of my mind. That only proves the medallion has some power within it.
I gave a small chuckle and a bow of my head to Luna. "Thank you, Luna. I'm happy that you consider me trustworthy enough to assign to me such a position. I promise you it won't be abused."
I stood up from my seat and made my way to the door, opening it. The other side was pure white, areas of my mind I had yet to focus on. I held it ajar for Luna. "I’m afraid, however, that it is late and I still need sleep. I have a big day planned for Wade tomorrow and I need focus. Please tell Celestia I'd like to speak with her as well, if she is as kind and open as you are."
"I will relay your wishes. If it would be pleasing to you, might I suggest something?" Luna stood up, and made her way to the door. "I have not the time to make a trip to Ponyville as easily as a circle of metal. If it was agreeable to you and Wade, would you both mind too terribly continuing your training in Canterlot? If even for a couple days?"
I considered that option. It would actually help a lot when it came to privacy. It would also be used as an excuse against Twilight sitting in on the sessions. I didn't trust her to keep quiet the whole way through. "That's certainly a possibility. If you could set us up with a joint room and a secure area to practice more volatile magic, it would be a huge help to me. It wouldn't be for a couple of days though. Twilight is currently constructing a prototype of a device which will let me transform into a pony. I would like to wait until she finishes it, less chance of a malfunction that way."
I was more worried about nobles and snots, though. Celestia too. I understand she's not the same as the one I know, but still. "I'll also try to be on my best behavior. Are you sure Celestia would be okay with this setup?"
"My sister is… worried about the 'Displaced', as Wade has called them. In all of Twilight's reports, from what he's told her a majority of them that he has encountered have been… violent, erratic, and leagues stronger than the average pony of Equestria. If not an army of them. But I am sure once she meets you, and talks with you herself she will see you for the benevolent soul that you are."
I nodded my head, taking what Luna said into consideration. I'm far from violent, but I would certainly fit into the one-man-army category. It doesn't help the fact that I'm magically stronger than the princesses when I use my tomes. Hell, I could quite possibly move the Sun if I felt like it.
"You don't need to worry much about me, Luna. I won't cause any problems unless outright provoked. Still, best let your sister know about me and my lack of formalities. Due to reasons back in my universe, I refrain from using such titles." I smiled teasingly at her, "Is that okay with you, Woona~?"
Luna started at the informal moniker I had thrust upon her, a blush overtaking her face. I smirked as I watched as the rest of her body soon followed, her blue skin turning red.
"That is fine with me… Birdy~."
Worth it.
She turned back to me, giving me a cheerful smile. "I shall discuss this with my sister. If we are able to work this out for you, be waiting for a letter via Twilight's dragon brother, Spike."
Luna gave me a wink, slipping out of the door. I stared at her in utter confusion. What was that wink supposed to mean? A wink means you're sharing a secret with someone or you're flirting, right?
Please tell me she didn't take my teasing the wrong way...
"Sweet dreams young one, and may the trickling trails of moonlight lead you to a bright morning."
... and I'm not young...
I continued to stare dumbly as Luna vanished from my mind. I eventually brought myself together and contemplated upon something I thought would never be available to me. Do I want a female in my life? Well, I guess Trixie already fills that role, but that isn't exactly what I was referring to. I see no reason why being intimate with these ponies would be considered taboo considering how intelligent they are. I can confidently say I know some ponies who are smarter than humans.
I tossed the idea of starting a family around before I shook my head. While I may be able to settle down properly one day, it wouldn’t be for some time. I have a mission to accomplish... and a dream to fulfill.
I exited from my mind, returning to the real world. I was laying in bed, my hand clutching the amulet that Luna gave to me. I took a good look at the beautiful design before setting it on the floor beside me. I looked out the window to the full moon, enjoying the cool night air. With a smile I rolled over and closed my eyes, slowly drifting off into a peaceful sleep.
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YAY regular updates!!!
Robin's interaction with Luna was entertaining to read, especially about their talk over dreams.
Man, I can't remember if we talked about Light magic or not since in the canon world of Awakening Light magic exists, it is just super rare by the time of awakening. I mean, Starlight isn't even mentioned. . Now I want to know.
Oh, hey it updated! Let's take a look at- GAH! 20,000 WORDS!!!!
...Excuse me, I need to finish up my next chapter to catch up.
6241390 We didn't talk about Light magic, but I am aware of its existence. I plan on doing something with it.
6241546 Yep, 20K words. I should have been smart about it and divided it. I could still do that, but it might mess up people's readings.
Twenty seven thousand words all at once. Please do break it up and spread it out in the future please. While I am not averse to reading so much all at once, I do prefer frequent updates at a smaller scale.
6241740 I was just going to upload a chapter a day. I have quite a bit more to upload. I suppose I can let it go this weekend. I have work and I won't be back until late in the afternoon.
6241699 Now I am even more hyped!
Luna was flirting...
what will happen next?
more please!
I made an account just to comment on this, as I've been following this story for over 2 months now. Anyway, I'd like to say FANTASTIC story you have here. I found it while looking for fics of ponies in Ylisse and while I was initially disappointed this didn't even include the 'real' Robin, I must say I'm glad I kept reading it. It's one of the best fics I've read EVER. So good I almost wanna crossover it with a fanfic of my own a bit, but it might be a bit hard to do, since Its not a pony fic, but my self-insert DID just wake up Ylisse somehow in a strange body and the ability to transform into a green Nargacuga, which is from the Monster Hunter series. I could tweek it a bit to connect to this world, since it does deal with multiverses and altered timelines and all that. Maybe if you ever want your Robin to visit the world of Fire Emblem Awakening proper then I can tweek my plans a bit. If you ever wanna look it up its Distorted Realities, a Fire Emblem/Monsterhunter crossover posted on Fanfiction.net under the name Sneaselgirl.
Anyway back on topic. Last chapter was soooooooooooo long I almost died, and then you posted this one straight after that. You're killing me with your awesomeness you know that?
But on this chapter I think you left out exactly what Robin's new Title was. Luna just gave him the medallion and said the title would help him, but you failed to name any title to go with the medallion. Unless the object itself is the title or something, which is kinda confusing.
6242031 First off, I'd like to say thanks for taking such a great interest in my story. It really means a lot to me that you enjoy it so much! I'm afraid, however, I'm not set for any crossovers with stories outside of the Displaced Multiverse. That's the theme of the story, the Displaced. I could have forgone that and actually used the Robin from the game, but I wanted his personality to be... darker. Better conflict when put against the all loving ponies.
As for the medallion, all good things will be revealed in time. I leave quite a bit left out in my story, but everything will be addressed at some point or another.
6242133 Ok, I had been wondering if this was a group thing or not but just never looked into it. The group looks intriguing, but I'm kinda focused on my own fic and life for the time being, or I might go ahead and make a Displaced fic of my own. However, I'm not really motivated to write about ponies over FE due to the hype of Fates coming out soon. Still, I find it kinda funny that I found your story and that group after starting my own story with a similar premise.
Oh well. I can't wait to see what you have planned for the next few chapters you'll be posting this week.
I am a very tall midget.......
6242277 ASDF where art thou...
I seriously enjoyed this chapter I chewed trough it like Celestia on cake.
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I love the update and look forward to the next!
I do enjoy this story still, and I'm glad you are back to writing more chapters. Have a good day.
Both of them are supposed to be written big.
Names are written big.
I think you meant "forged" there.
That should be written big.
The first one is supposed to be written big and the second one small.
That should be written small.
That should be written small.
6245758 Thanks!
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Hah! Be careful with the flirting, Robin. A lot of ponies might think you mean it earnestly.
this is what I imagine would happen if luna started flirting with him.
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Ahh Light magic back in the good ol' GBA days of Fire Emblem where there was not only a weapon triangle, but a magic triangle too.
and permadeath was a thing. ;n;
My glob... This fic is actually still going!? That's the second time this has ever happened with a fic I like this much!!! I still remember when this fic had two chapters.....
Also, why is Robin so powerful? He hasn't had to fight anyone! The only time he actually needed more than tier one spells was at the beginning!!!! All this Robin does is talk philosophy with those he calls peers, talk down to those he believes are below him, and brag about how strong he is!!!!!!!! If you're going to make a character with the power of a god, at least put him in more than one fight!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
That's only a minor complaint. You should also keep the "this is how powerful I am" and "this is how that works" speeches to a minimum. You spent far too much time explaining that he be meditating bruh.
Anywho, I lika dis fic. Itsa gud fic.
6295398 yes but it is not knowledge that can be lost, also comparatively he is stronger than everyone in that universe short of Luna and Celestia and maybe even them.
6295398 u don't need teh be a god if u are a god (Grima) the God of death in the fire emeblem universe or in this case the dragon of death
You do know that he was not stoned right away and that while awake during his stone period he could still practice his manipulation of magic.