Out of the Storm and into the Fight
Last time one My Little Pony: Nakama is Magic…
"How are they?" asked Jack concerned.
"Various, but they are still alive." Marina said
"Don't worry…" A weak voice spoke interrupting Jack. Both Jack and Fluttershy turned their attention back. Both were surprised as Chopper, now awake, forced himself to stand up. He looked badly hurt, but he still stood strong. "I'll get them out of here."
Jack sighed becoming slightly depressed by the mood. "Well, I guess this will be an interesting experience to take back to Equestria with." He said smiling trying to lighten the mood.
"What happened to that promise of yours, Twilight? The one where you would teleport us out if this got dangerous. It was plenty dangerous! Look at us!" shouted Applejack in anger.
"Unfortunately," spoke Sanji sounding surprising serious, "now that I've heard about Robin's reason's, there is no living force that is gonna stop me." Then, there came a crunching sound. Instantly, the Transponder Snail fell back into its dial falling asleep.
"She's protecting us…" said Twilight through her leg and tears. "She was protecting us again, and I didn't see it. And now, she's going to sacrifice herself."
"It seems to me…" said Jack while looking at the group, "that it's time for you all to make a choice. You must decide right here and right now. Do you go to your friends to aid them or do you return home."
"Okay." Twilight then looked back at Jack. "Let's go."
"Prepare yourselves!" shouted Jack to everyone as he turned the wheel. "We're heading towards the light!"
Luffy & Twilight: We're always shining, running, forever
Sharing the best adventures together
And as we follow our dreams however crazy they seem
We won't stop until we reach the end so
Wake up, wake up, wake up, wake up heartbeat! We are the one! Go ahead!
My Little Pony
Nakama is Magic
The only rule that we obey is to run free
Mane Six plus Spike (chorus): We are best friends
Don't ever let a compass show you the way to go
Just pick the route that looks the most exciting!
Raise the flag and sail on full speed ahead
Straw Hat 7 (chorus): Go east, go west
It doesn't matter who or what's standing in our way,
We'll make it through them everyday
You won't get anywhere if you're waiting for the sun to rise
All (chorus): I can't wait
So spread your wings and meet it in the sky, leave earth below
Just follow its light and get going, go!
So as we're Shining, Running, Forever!
When all the pieces of our dreams have merged
You'll feel a joy inside that you can't explain
And that's the treasure we must find!
We're always shining, running, forever
Sharing the best adventures together
And as we follow our dreams however crazy they seem
We won't stop until we reach the end so
Wake up, wake up, wake up, wake up heartbeat.
We are the one! Go ahead!
"Out of the Storm and into the Fight"
In matter of hours, everyone on the Golden Alicorn soon saw their destination. It lied before them as bright as day quite literally. Despite knowing full well that it was well into the night, sunlight beamed down upon the island like it were daytime. As they reached the closer to the island, the island itself was just as unusual. The land was sticking out over a dark, open pit with a huge waterfall encircling it. This land was only held out into the middle of the pit by a thin amount of land connecting it to the ocean. It looked impossible for it to actually hold up so much land over a pit. At one end there was a station where the sea train was currently stopped. From there, on the land bridge were two gates which lead into the main part of the island where a town resided. Currently, it was partially up in smoke and looked damaged. At the other side of the pit was a tower that overlooked the island. Behind it was a bridge that lead to a giant iron with the symbol of the Black Empire, a cross with four circles at each point and one in middle. The crew was completely amazed by the sight.
On the other hand, Jack remained calm and collected. He walked close to the edge passing by Marine, who was looking exhausted. "Thank you, Marina. We're close enough now." He said to the mare.
Marina heard her captain. Her glow began to wane until completely gone. The kelpie then collapsed onto the floor. "Thanks…captain…" She said between breaths.
Jack nodded as he continued his walk. He soon came upon Gem La Stone and T-Cog. They both were staring at the island shocked and amazed. He couldn't blame them. This island was unique.
"Zis island…" said Gem La Stone astonished.
"I've 'eard tales of this place…" T-Cog said staring out towards the island with a fearful yet calm expression. "None of them good. And to think, the Straw Hat pirates just invaded this place."
"And succeeding, too, from the sound of it." Jack said as he joined next to his crew looking stoic. He then raised his hoof as he revealed a little pod with the black Transponder Snail. "From what I've picked from our little friend here, they're nearly at the courthouse riding on King Yagara Bulls."
Gem La Stone gasped. "Where did zey ever get King Bulls?"
"Who knows, but it seems to be working in their favor." Jack said smiling. He then turned around and addressed one of his other crewmates. "Are the mares ready?" He asked his crewmate.
"Indeed, we are," spoke Rarity's voice before the crewmate could speak.
Jack as his crew turned around hearing the mare speak, and Jack grinned in seeing the group of mares. Before him were the same group of ponies and baby dragon, but now different slightly. Starting with Twilight, she now wore a dark purple collared shirt, a black-and-fuchsia bandana, and a small pair of glasses with purple tinted glass. Next was Spike, who's only real change was he was now wearing a black, buckled belt. Applejack stood nearby wearing a red bandana under her hat and a black, tattered vest. She also had some rope strapped to her side. Fluttershy had a green cape and cloak with a petite, green hat with a daisy stuck in the rim. She also had a light brown satchel. Loving her new outfit, Pinkie Pie was hoping up and down in her black-and-white striped shirt and red bandana. She even had a gold earring.
"When did ya get your ear pierced?" asked Applejack confused.
Pinkie Pie then slipped the earing off smiling. "It's a clip on."
Applejack sighed. "Of course."
Moving on, Rainbow Dash was still a little mad, but she still dressed up. She wore a red vest over her bandages, had a pair of goggles, and a dark green scarf. Around her head was band with two feathers sticking out from the back. She also has a belt with a cutlass sword on it. Finally, Rarity was probably dressed up the most flashily. She wore a captain's hat and overcoat with a light blue vest underneath. And like Rainbow Dash, she too had a sword this one a rapier. They all looked like pirates now.
"Well..." Jack answered back with a grin. "Don't you lot look like proper pirates now."
"I certainly feel the part." Spike said impressed with himself.
"I must say the selection in clothes was fabulous." Rarity said before looking over at Gem La Stone. She gave the mare a nod and spoke, "Thank you for allowing us access to your wardrobe. Ms. La Stone.
"It was nothing, really." Gem La Stone said smiling happily.
Twilight walked over to Jack and his crew. She looked at the island taking in the scene. Never had she seen an island like this, but also never had she seen a battlefield either. It was worrying knowing her brother and friends were on this island fighting, but there was no turning back now. "That's Enies Lobby?" She asked calmly.
"Yes, Ms. Sparkle. That is Enies Lobby." Jack stated for clarity. "That is the island that never sees darkness. As you can plainly see."
Twilight looked up to see what Jack meant by his comment. To her surprise, the storm seemed to completely stop without even a Pegasi monitoring it. Even more odd was that there was a blue sky when it should be night. Yet, there was no sun beaming down from it despite their being light. Like the island, this environment was a marvel as well. "How can it be light like this?" She asked astounded.
"No one's sure," said Jack unsure.
"Enough of the yap." Rainbow Dash said as she flew over. She then pointed to the island. "How are we gonna get everybody over there?"
"Through the front gate, of course." Jack stated with a grin. Though when he looked out, he noticed an obstacle in the way of their ship. Something they couldn't remove immediately without taking up much time. "Though with that metal fence around, we can't go any further."
Twilight nodded understanding. "We get it. Thank you for bringing us here. I'm sure I can teleport us to the island."
"No need." Jack said grinning confidently as his horn began to glow. "Let me handle your arrival. After all, I told you I would get you all to the island."
"What is he…" said Rarity curious before cut-off by a bright glow.
Before the group was a square-shaped portal. Before them was the sea train station and the rest of the island. It looked like a straight path towards their destination. "The portal spell!" said Twilight excited with her eyes a twinkle.
"Right," Jack stated proudly. "Get moving everyone, your friends are waiting for you."
"Thank you for all your help." Fluttershy said to Jack and his crew with a small smile.
"Yes, thank you." Rarity said as well also smiling.
"Don't mention it." Slash said coolly.
"You have been a most interesting group." Gem La Stone said happily.
"You've been a hassle…" T-Cog stated gruffly frowning a little. Quickly, the albino Pegasus made a small smile. "But yeah, you're certainly interesting."
"Good luck!" said Big Rummy with a big grin.
"Don't be a stranger." Shimmer said smiling.
"Bye…" said Marina too exhausted to say more.
Jack then released a groan. "Please hurry up, this spell is taxing." He said quickly. He was beginning to look exhausted.
"Alright! Let's go, everyone!" shouted Applejack as she lead the charge through the portal. Everyone followed her in except Twilight as she marveled at the spell.
"Come on!" shouted Spike as he ran back and grabbed Twilight pulling her through the portal.
"Good luck." Jack said before canceling the spell. The portal immediately closed. Jack sighed in relief and turned to his crew. "Alright, everyone! Let's get moving!"
"Dad," spoke Shimmer stepping forward, "can we not join them?"
"This is their fight now." Jack said wryly before looking back at the beach. "We've done all we can." He then looked back at his daughter and crew. They all looked at the beach looking worried and concerned. He sighed sympathizing with them.
"Alright," Jack said giving in, "we'll stay in the area. Maybe we can help them escape. If we and they are lucky."
The crew looked at their captain surprised. Then, they began grinning. "Aye-aye!"
When the Mane Six and Spike landed on the coast, they were surprised to find themselves surrounded by Navy soldiers. This would be shocking if it were not for the fact that they were all defeated and unconscious. It was clear that Luffy, his crew, and their allies had been through here. As they peered ahead, they could see the gates wide open and broken down ahead.
"Whoa-e!" Pinkie Pie shouted amazed. "They really did some damage!"
"There sure a lot of ponies here." Fluttershy said astonished as she looked around.
"Lucky them." Rainbow Dash stated arrogantly. "Or else they would've have to deal with me."
"Enough talk, girls." Rarity said to her friends looking cautious. "We better get moving. Who knows when these fellows will wake up?"
"Right." Twilight said nodding before looking forward towards the island. She could hear the sounds of battle before them. They were faint, but noticeable. Mostly consisting of explosions. It sounded terrifying, but they were going to face it head on. "Let's go everyone!"
"Yeah!" shouted everyone as the charged forward.
With Spike riding on Twilight, the group charged into the island courageously. Luckily, since the 'vanguard' had already come through, the Navy soldiers were defeated though recovering. They weren't the only ones either. Rainbow Dash recognized the three Cyclopes that were a part of the Franky Family laying on the ground unconscious. She wondered, with Luffy and the others on their side, who could have knocked them out. She did not have time to wonder long, she kept up with the group flying above them. Meanwhile, many Navy soldiers didn't notice the group gallop, and flew in Rainbow Dash's case, pass them as they recovered slowly. Those that did were surprised to see them. They could not understand why a group of mares and a baby dragon were charging into the island now a practically a war zone. Nevertheless, the kept going.
They ran through the first gate and then the second gate until they reached the town. Unlike the land bridge where only the gates received any damage, the town had taken much damage: from the treaded and broken road to the blown up buildings. Not only that, but there was also a train before them. They found it odd until Twilight realized that this must be the train that her brother, crew, and everyone used to get here.
"You got that right, girly." Suddenly, there came a reply towards Twilight and the group. Stepping out from the sea train was a figure they recognize from a few days ago.
"You're that train station pony, Kokoro." Rarity said recognizing the pony.
Kokoro gave out a hardy laugh. "Yeah, and you're those mares that were sailing with Straw Hat earlier. What took you so long?"
Twilight was a little surprised by the old mare's statement, but smiled knowing she didn't mean any harm by it. "We needed a moment." She replied simply.
Kokoro laughed jollily. "Well then, better late than never."
"Hey! It's the pretty mares!" There came a shout and the group looked back over at the train. The filly, Chimney, and her pet rabbit Gonbe popped out of the cabin. They both then waved at the group. "What are you doing here?"
"Nya nya!" shouted Gonbe appearing to be coping his owner.
"We're gonna help Luffy and everyone!" shouted Pinkie Pie determinedly.
"You better hurry then." Kokoro advised still grinning. "They're already at the courthouse. Two sleipnirs are heading there with Long-Nose and the Galley-La foremen."
Applejack gasped. "There are sleipnirs here?"
"Yes, they used to work for the Empire, but they're on our side now." Kokoro then laughed before taking a drink from her bottle of wine.
Twilight looked forward choosing not to ask any further questions. She wasn't sure why, but they needed to reach the courthouse as soon as possible. So, she was going to risk it. "Okay everyone, stand close."
"What are you going to do, Twilight?" asked Fluttershy.
"I'm going to teleport us right to the courthouse." Twilight said determinedly as her horn began to glow.
"I'd aim for the top of the courthouse, if you can." Kokoro stated casually.
"Yeah! That's where Straw Hat is!" shouted Chimney excitedly.
"Nya nya!" said Gonbe equally as excited.
"Alright, I'll try." Twilight said as she peered at the top of the courthouse.
"Is this really safe?" asked Spike concerned.
"Don't worry..." said Twilight foregoing a technical answer purposely. Then, in a strange sense of excitement, she grinned widely in a similar fashion as Luffy. "This is going to be fun."
"Huh?" said Spike surprised.
Twilight then pushed her magic into her spell. The group was engulfed by her magic and disappeared before Kokoro and her group. They soon reappeared again though in an unexpected spot. They had made it to the top of the courthouse, and then some. Twilight's aim had been slightly askew. They were currently about fifteen feet in the air above it. Instinctively, Rainbow Dash and Fluttershy began flapping the wings as not to fall; unfortunately, the rest of their group couldn't do the same. The rest fell surprising the Pegasi. As they fell, Twilight quickly took a few seconds to check their surroundings. She saw the backs of the Straw Hat crew before them standing on the edge of the building. They were staring up at the tower on the other side. She followed and saw a few familiar faces, but among them was Nico Robin, who looked more than surprised staring directly at her. Seeing this, Twilight smiled.
"Rob-!" Twilight was about to shout, but then she and the group landed on the rood. Thankfully, they did not land in the hole made by Zoro earlier.
"Huh?" said Luffy as he looked back. He was joined by all his crew wondering who just shouted.
"No…" Over at the tower, Robin had clearly seen who had just arrived. Her expression, having been calm and somewhat mad earlier before her crew, was now scared and fearful at the moment of seeing Twilight and her friends. "Why is she…?"
"Huh? Who is that?" The pony next to Robin shouted confused. This was Spandam, and he hadn't changed much since last time. Though now, his face was now partially covered in metal braces thanks to an incident years before.
"Huh? It's that Little Dragon…and the Rainbow Pegasus?" Franky, also being there, said confused by the sudden arrival of this group. He was currently in cuffs.
CP9 saw the group as well, but none of CP9 spoke. Not even the ones that did know who those mares were. Now being in Enies Lobby, CP9 had more members observing as well. They had added three other members and lost the Minotaur, Blueno, having been previous defeated by Luffy. Now, there Fukuro, a round ogre with a zipper mouth. Kumadori, another ogre with long hair and long limbs. And finally, Jabra, a black mane, tan coat Earth pony with a scar over his left eye. They all waited wanting to see how the situation played out.
No one at first couldn't see the group due to the dust having been picked up upon their landing. Luckily, it didn't last long as Rainbow Dash and Fluttershy got behind the bust cloud and flapped their wings blowing the dust away. Now, the group could be seen clearly before everyone. Having quickly recovered from their landing, the Mane Six and Spike stood before everyone battle-ready and determined.
Luffy gasped. "Twilight? Spike?"
"Fluttershy!" shouted Chopper shocked. Currently, he was in Heavy Point form.
"Mellorines~!" shouted Sanji overjoyed and enamored in seeing so many ladies in one spot. Especially his friends.
Zoro didn't say anything. He simply raised his brow surprised to suddenly see their friends appear.
"Whoa! When did you guys…" said Usopp…or not Usopp before interrupting himself. The one addressing them was a unicorn pony similar to Usopp, but wore a red cloak and a yellow, sun-like mask that just barely covered his extra-long face. His weapon was a big sling-shot with a unique sling. The pony then spoke again only in a deeper voice. "I mean, hello new friends! What brings you here?"
Sanji looked over at the sniper. "Really." He said in disbelief.
"E-Everyone." Nami said surprised. "What are you doing here?"
As the group recovered from their crash, Twilight was the first up. She stepped forward towards the pirates. She smiled proudly as she stated, "We're here to join you!"
The Straw Hats stared at the group. They were stunned by the sudden exclamation from Twilight. From the tower, Robin was now in a cold-sweat. She looked as if she was experiencing a nightmare.
'No…' Robin thought fearfully.
"Join us?" Luffy repeated confused. He then pointed to Robin up above them. "Join us in rescuing Robin?"
"Well, yes, but not just for that…" Twilight said shaking her head while smiling. "Luffy, we can't be much help to you all just being plain citizens of Equestria. We're going to take you up on your offer…we want to join your crew…as pirates!"
"Yeah!" shouted the rest of the mares and Spike.
Luffy's eyes widen in surprise. Nami, Usopp/Sogeking, and Chopper gasped in surprise. Sanji was completely speechless. Zoro remained stoic. Most of them were not sure how to respond; after all, they wanted to protect their friends from this exact kind of situation. All of them looked to Luffy to see what the young captain would do. Luffy kept a straight face as he stared blankly at the group. While before he questioned – for the first time in his life – his decision for his sister and friends to join his crew, he suddenly felt different looking at this same yet different group standing before him. He felt like he did before; confident.
"Luffy…" spoke Twilight as she and her friends waited for an answer.
Hearing his sister, Luffy grinned spontaneously. "Sure!" He stated happily.
The group grinned and shouted, "Alright!" cheering joyfully. The most excited were Pinkie Pie and Spike while Rarity, Applejack, and Twilight smiled happily. Though some, like Rainbow Dash, remained unchanged trying to act cool. On the other hand, Fluttershy simply gave a small cheer.
"Wait, Luffy..." said Nami speaking to Luffy quietly around Zoro. "What about protecting them."
"There's no point now." Zoro said with a shrug.
"We can't exactly send them back." Sanji added as he light a cigarette. He was smiling as he lit it. "At least now, we're in this together. As a crew."
"Yeah!" roared Chopper totally psyched. He seem to almost be trying to impress someone.
Nami couldn't argue against that logic. She relieved at sigh before smiling. "At least there's more girls on the crew now."
"I know!" said Sanji ecstatic. This caused Nami to roll her eyes annoyed.
'Oh man…' thought Usopp disappointed. Not because they were about to face off against the dangerous CP9, but because now his former crew was adding a bunch of new members. He couldn't horde over them as their senior.
"Now, new crewmates!" shouted Luffy as gestured everyone to come up forward. "Get over here so we can save Robin together!"
The whole group smiled. "Aye, aye, captain!" shouted the group eagerly.
Immediately, they all rushed forward to join the group. Each one took a spot next to their new crewmates. Pinkie Pie hopped over to the far end of the line on Nami's right. Rainbow Dash floated between Nami and Zoro. Twilight teleported in between Zoro and Luffy. Climbing up onto the block, Spike waddled up between Luffy and Usopp/Sogeking. Rarity decided to stand in the next gap between Usopp/Sogeking and Sanji. Applejack took the spot between Sanji and Chopper. Finally, Fluttershy flew over and stood next to Chopper. They both eyed each other before blushing and looking ahead. Now, with all the Straw Hats in place, everyone was ready to get Robin back.
"Um…" spoke Pinkie Pie curiously as she looked down the line gaining everyone's attention. "Not to ruin the moment, but where's Usopp? And who is that guy with the mask?"
"Yeah, who is this guy?" asked Spike equally as curious.
"I'm glad you asked." Sogeking/Usopp said in his heroic voice. He then began going into a long and detailed story about his past and his heroics.
"What?!" shouted Spandam easily heard the Straw Hat's conversation. "The Straw Hats have more crew members now?!"
"Chief," Lucci stated calmly, "those mares are the bearers of the elements of Harmony"
"What?! From Equestria? Those bearers!" shouted Spandam in disbelief.
Kalifa nodded. "Yes, sir. It was in our report. The bearers were traveling with the Straw Hats, but then separated when they came to Water 7. They're supposed to be traveling back to Equestria."
"What are they doing here then?!" asked Spandam confused.
Kalifa only responded after fixing her glasses. She wore a stern expression on her face. "That's sexual harassment."
"I Just Asked A Question?!" shouted Spandam back in disbelief. He then looked back at the pirate group. He saw that they were talking to each other, mostly against the self-boasting of the masked pirate. As he looked at the group, the Mane Six specifically, he soon came to a realization.
"Wait, wait, this might be a good thing." Spandam said smirking sinisterly. "If I also capture them, the Emperor will overjoyed. Not only will we have the ultimate weapon, but with the elements of Harmony on our side we'll be considered the greatest power forever. And I'll be considered the greatest hero of all time. Yes. Yes!"
"No!" shouted Robin desperately. "You promised to leave them alone!"
Spandam's grin quickly changed into a violent grin. "I told you," Spandan then hit Robin in anger, "I don't have to uphold any of our agreements!"
Luffy and Twilight saw Spandam hit Robin. Both of them gasped and shouted. "Robin!" Twilight's horn then began glowing. She was going to teleport straight to her teacher.
"Don't." Zoro said quickly as he put his hoof in front of Twilight's face. "If you teleport there, you'll be completely overpowered by those guys."
Twilight looked at Zoro distressed. "But…"
"CP9!" shouted Spandam to the black-suited group. "Listen up! I give you permission to kill all the Straw Hat pirates, except the bearers of the elements of Harmony! Capture them and bring them to the transport ship!"
"Understood." Lucci said nodding.
Spandam laughed arrogantly before looking back at the pirates grinning. "You hear that, you stupid pirates! Do you realize how futile it is now?! Not only do we have the strength of the assassins of CP9, but I also have the authority to use this golden Transponder Snail," he then pulled out a gold snail "to trigger the Buster Call!"
"No!" shouted Robin.
"Yes!" shouted Spandam to Robin. "The very thing that obliterated your home, Nico Robin! The power that made 'Ohara' disappear from the maps!"
"Robin's home?" Twilight said surprised.
Luffy did not say a word, but kept his focus solely on Robin. Hearing all this, he couldn't help but recall not too long ago during a certain incident on a desert island. The words that Robin told him that made her so sad.
"I don't have anywhere to go…and nowhere to return to…"
"Stop it!" shouted Robin more fervently. Memories flashed across her mind; an island on fire, a young filly screaming and crying out a name of someone dear. This was all related to the Buster Call the Spandam was threatening everyone with, and it made her angry. "Do you even know what'll happen when you press that button?!"
Spandam grinned arrogantly. "Of course I do. It'll mean that the chances of those pirates getting off this island will be zero! Ahahahaha!"
"Stop it!" shouted Robin again desperately. "You said Ohara disappeared from the maps, right? But can you see human lives on a map! Only someone so cruel would look at the world like a map!"
Robin then dropped to her knees having become exhausted. She looked into the stone beneath her as her mind began to recall the memories of that dreadful day 20 years ago. It frightened her greatly. "The Buster Call is a merciless order that makes you lose sight of your purpose. If you exercise a Buster Call right here, right now, then together with Enies Lobby you all, too, will disappear."
Spandam stepped back looking at Robin in disbelief. "D-Don't be ridiculous! There's no way we'd be eliminated by our own attack! What're you saying?!"
"Twenty years ago, everything was taken away from me and many ponies' lives were ruined. And it was caused by a single attack, the Buster Call. That attack is now…" Robin stood back up and stepped forward to face her friends. She began speaking loud enough for the whole group to hear. "…targeted on the friends I was finally able to find, whom I can be myself with. The more I wish to be with you, the more my fate will show its fangs to you. No matter how far I go on the sea, no matter if all of Equestria is behind me, I have a huge enemy that I can't shake off…because the world and its darkness are my enemy! The incident with Aokiji, as well as this time, I've already dragged you all into my trouble twice!
"And for some of you," spoke Robin as her tone lowered, "this is the third time." She then looked at Luffy and Twilight, recalling the incident years ago with them.
Robin then continued speaking much louder. "If this continues forever, even though all of you are good-natured, you'll eventually feel that I'm a burden! I'm sure you'll betray me one day and abandon me! That's what I'm most afraid of! That's why I didn't want you to come to rescue me! If I'm going to die someday anyway, I want to die right here, right now!"
Everyone had heard Robin's declaration. Luffy remained silent while frowning unhappy. Zoro was thinking that now, taking into account everything he had seen, that her explanation made sense. And it made him mad. Nami and Twilight felt sad for Robin along with all the rest of the Mane Six and Spike. Sanji and Chopper were surprised by Robin's explanation. Sogeking/Usopp remained silent despite feeling the same as he former crew.
Spandam laughed. "I see!" He shouted giddily. "That indeed is a sound argument! That's true. No one is stupid enough to think that having you isn't a burden."
Spandam laughed again before addressing the pirates. "Look at that symbol, you damn pirates!" He shouted as he pointed high above towards the top of the tower. At its top was the black flag of the Black Empire with the white circles connected with the words 'Black' on one side at the bottom and 'Empire' on the other. Spandam then did proclaim more. "That logo indicates the unity of over 170 member countries of the Black Empire spanning all over the world. That nearly half the world!"
"Do you now realize how completely powerless you guys are to fight against it?! Do you realize how huge of an organization this mare has been pursued by?!"
Luffy had looked up at the flag, but his expression stayed the same. In that moment, Luffy understood what needed to be done. "I think I understand now…" He said confidently. "Sogeking."
"Hm?" replied Sogeking/Usopp.
"Shoot the flag."
"Roger." The unicorn said as he took out some ammunition and his weapon.
"What?" said Spandam confused.
"This is my new weapon, a huge slingshot… named Kabuto! Have a good look at its power!" said Sogeking/Usopp as he used his magic to hold out the big slingshot. He then aimed it at the flag and pulled the sling back also using magic. "Special Attack… Firebird Star!"
Sogeking/Usopp released the sling. The moment it was launched a large fireball shot out. As it traveled, it transformed into a bird shape that seem to soar even faster towards the flag. Then, the fireball hit the flag and went straight through it setting it on fire in the process. Spandam was completely shocked by the act as well as the Navy soldiers and Empire agents watching from in the plaza. CP9 was completely unfazed, though Lucci in particular looked thrilled by the challenge. Even Robin gasped in shock. The Straw Hats, now including the Mane Six and Spike, stood unflinching.
"Mission accomplished." Sogeking/Usopp said proudly.
"Are you insane?!" shouted Spandam shock beyond belief. "Don't think that you'll be able to survive after making the entire world your enemy!"
"Bring it on!" shouted Luffy back at the Empire pony.
Spandam screamed. He had been completely frightened by the red Earth pony's determined shout.
Robin stared up at the burning up. Her eyes began to water up as she knew what this meant.
"Robin!" shouted Twilight gaining the older mare's attention. "I don't know what happened on Ohara nor do I know anything about what's happened in your life since that incident, but that doesn't matter to me! Or to any of us! We want our friend back! I want my teacher back! And we all came here to get you back! No matter what!"
Robin was trying her best to remain strong, but she was failing as more tears began swelling up around her eyes. Her friends, her student, her crew were all here to rescue her. There was no way she could abandoned them now.
"Robin!" shouted Luffy taking his turn. "We still haven't heard you say it! Say you want to live!"
"Robin!" shouted Twilight again.
'To live…' Robin thought as she shook afraid. The one thing she had never been allowed to have on her run. Nearly every person she had met on the run had said it would be better if she was dead. But now… 'I thought it was something I dared not wish for. No one ever let me wish for it.' Now, before her was light that shined through the darkness that had enveloped her life. And within that light, her friends stood proudly before her. Not backing down and ready to fight for her. She then recalled a familiar line and old friend had once told her.
"The sea is vast, so someday, definitely…you'll come across nakama who'll protect you!'
Finally, those words were coming true for her. Before her were those nakama that her old friend told her would appear. 'If… it's really okay for me to utter my wish for once…'
"Robin!" Two shouts echoed in her mind. Imagines of two little ponies from her past, one a purple unicorn and the other a red Earth pony, were looking up at her smiling cheerfully. To think, those two kids she had once been tasked to babysit would grow up to be those ones that would save her from the darkness of the world.
'I…' Robin's tears began to fall. There was nothing holding her back now.
"I WANT TO LIVE!"
"TAKE ME TO THE SEA WITH YOU!"
In response, Luffy grinned in acceptance. Twilight smiled overjoyed. Each member of the crew happily accepted Robin's cry. They were ready to fight to win.
"Waah! You guys…!" cried Franky as his tears of joy flowed easily from the Minotaur's eyes. He had been completely touched by the crew's dedication and determination. "I love you guys, dammit!"
"Let's go!" shouted Luffy to his crew.
Suddenly, the drawbridge that connected the courthouse to Tower of Justice began to lower. Chopper immediately noticed it. "The drawbridge is coming down!"
"Looks like the Franky Family pulled through. Good timing." Sanji said smiling.
"Um," Rainbow Dash said looking confused. "You're gonna have to fill us in about why those goons are helping."
"It's a long story." Nami said quickly
"Stay close, Fluttershy." Chopper said to the Pegasus next to him.
Fluttershy nodded and smiled. "Okay."
"Here we come!" shouted Luffy as he and everyone prepared to move.
"Oh no!" shouted Spandam in shock. "Quick, someone! Stop the bridge!"
As if someone was answering, there came an explosion. It came from the base of the drawbridge from inside the courthouse. Inside, the Galley-La workers and some of the Franky Family were dealing with the Empire's forces and their leader; the three-headed judge of Enies Lobby, Judge Baskerville. Though actually, it was just three ogres that were good friends. The judges had then quickly ordered for one of soldiers to stop the drawbridge. One of them were able to and, despite the Franky Family's efforts, the drawbridge was stopped.
Up on the roof, Sanji saw the drawbridge stop. "Oh no. The drawbridge stopped!" He shouted to the crew.
"Chief Spandam!" shouted one of the judges, oddly named Princess, to the Tower of Justice. "Please hurry and evacuate!"
"How dare they get in our way?! Damn bastards!" shouted Luffy annoyed.
Spandam heard the shout. He then quickly calmed himself down and calmed his mind. "R…Right. Good job, Baskerville! I better get to the Gates of Justice…" He then jumped down from the ledge and grabbed Robin. "Come, Nico Robin!"
"Robin!" shouted Twilight.
"Twilight! Can you teleport us to the other side?" asked Nami quickly.
"I could, but not all at once." Twilight said informing the group.
"Someone grab Cutty Flam!" shouted Spandam towards the inside of the building. "With both Nico Robin and Cutty Flam, I will be the greatest hero of the Black Empire!"
"Yes, sir." A Navy soldier said as he quickly came out. He was then about to get the Minotaur, but he stopped looking shocked. "Huh?!"
"What's going…" said Spandam before looking over at Franky also known as Cutty Flam. He gasped as he saw the Minotaur standing up and unchained. Spandam was immediately scared.
Franky didn't respond to Spandam. He instead brought out a large packet and held it before the group. He grinned as he lifted his sunglasses up. "I think you know what this is…"
"N…No way! Is that the blueprint for the ancient weapon, Pluton?!" shouted Spandam.
"Oh, it is." Franky said still grinning. He then looked over at Lucci and Kaku and spoke to them. "You two were carpenters for a while, see for yourselves." He then proceeded to flip the pages of the blueprints.
Both Lucci and Kaku watched with discerning eyes. As Franky kept showing them more pages, they soon recognized the authenticity. The Minotaur wasn't lying.
"It is the blueprint!" shouted Spandam happily seeing that neither Lucci nor Kaku were disputing the Minotaur's claim. "Give it to me! I must have those blueprints!"
"Nico Robin…" spoke Franky, "I understand now that you are not the 'demon' the world has made you out to be. And like you, these blueprints weren't just passed down generation to generation so they would know 'how to make the weapon'."
"What nonsense are you spouting?" asked Spandam impatiently. "Give me the plans!"
"Hey, Spanda…" said Franky frowning. "If these plans fall into the hand of an idiot like you and start its rampage, there would be need for another weapon to counter and stop the first one. That is what Tom and Iceberg were protecting!"
"What?"
"And it's true that you can use Nico Robin to revive the weapon! She's a dangerous woman. But now, she has her nakama, who'll protect her!"
"Enough! Give me the blueprints!"
"So, I'll make a wager. Perhaps the only way to fulfill the wishes of the designers."
"Shut up! Give those to me! They're mine!"
Franky ignored Spandam's demand. He then held the blueprints up into the air. He puffed up his cheeks before releasing a stream of fire. "Fresh Fire!" He shouted as the fire consumed the blueprints. He then dropped it as it became ash.
Spandam gasped. "No!" He shouted in anger. "Damn it, you bastard!"
Franky grinned cunningly. "Well, those blueprints were meant to be a secret. They should've been destroyed the moment they were discovered."
"But now, we no longer have a force to oppose 'the weapon'! If Nico Robin leaves this place in your hands, we're doomed! But if the Straw Hats win, you have nothing! So I'll place my bet on them!"
Spandam clenched his teeth in anger. All his hard work had gone up in smoke. "You bastard…" He said nearly hissing. "It seems you want to die here, too."
As Spandam approached Franky, the Minotaur was distracted by the shouts and calls of his group from the courthouse. He had been completely touched that his group came to rescue him. He even cried his manly tears. Of course, Luffy wasn't too happy about all the shouts nor had he forgiven Franky for hurting Usopp and Spike. So, because Franky had been distracted, he didn't realize Spandam had gotten behind him. The pony then pushed him off the balcony to fall into the pit.
"How dare you ruin my blueprints!" shouted Spandam enraged.
Franky screamed as he fell towards the darkness of the pit. The Franky Family gasped in horror. It would be completely impossible for them to rescue their boss.
"Oh no, Franky!" shouted Sogeking/Usopp shocked.
"Hey, pirates!" Kokoro's voice suddenly spoke up, but she was nowhere to be seen.
"Huh?" said Nami confused. She then pulled out from her jacket an active Transponder Snail. She then spoke to the snail, "Hello? Kokoro?"
"Yeah! I heard everything. I'm glad those mares could get to you in time. So, whatcha hesitating for?!"
"Hesitating?" Nami repeated confused. "The bridge is only lowered halfway!"
"Halfway is good enough. We'll be there in 4 seconds! Jump into the fall!"
Twilight looked at Nami confused. "What does that mean?"
"I don't know!" Nami said surprised.
Suddenly, there came a train whistle, and it was close. Everyone heard it, including Franky, and was confused as why they were hearing it. Though not completely understanding it, Luffy decided to trust the old mare's word. Luffy then stood up and stretched his front legs around his crew wrapping them around Pinkie Pie and Fluttershy. He then grinned excitedly.
"Luffy?" asked Fluttershy surprised.
"Ooh! What's gonna happen?!" asked Pinkie Pie excited.
Twilight already knew what her brother was going to do. "Wait! Luffy! I can just tele-"
"Let's go!" shouted Luffy as he pulled and pushed everyone off the building.
Nearly all the group screamed in shock. Even the Nami and Rainbow Dash, both Pegasi, were so surprised that they forgot they could fly. Fluttershy was already too frightened and she had Luffy's leg wrapped around her wings to even try. They all began to fall along with Franky, though he was still several feet away. As they fell, from the building, the other sea train burst through the doors and climbed the drawbridge like a ramp.
As he fell, Franky spotted the sea train. He was completely surprised to see it, too. "Is that Rocket Man?"
Rocket Man climbed the drawbridge quickly. With the speed it built up starting from the last gate until now, it was able to jump off the drawbridge. At the same time, it caught the falling pirates onto the engine miraculously. As it flew through the air, the nose of Rocket Man smashed into Franky and subsequently rescued him from falling as well. It then continued to soar towards the Tower of Justice.
"Ah!" screamed Spandam in shock. "They're coming!"
TO BE CONTINUED…
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Whoa! I guess this means the EoH are joining the Strawhats Permanently, and its goodbye Equestria!
6668344 We'll see... there is still much to this story.
Hmm after they get back Robin, I wonder what each of the mane 6's wanted names and bounties will be?
KO awesome chapter so will there a little love between Chopper and Fluttershy and hope the next will be more awesome than the last.
6668390 Still working on that
6668399 Thank you, and yes. Hope that's not a problem
Anyway, you'll have to decide. The next chapter is unique and the chapter after that is a set-up
6668384 Still looking forward to more, especially since each of the EoH seems to have been Matched with a Strawhat member, it'll be interesting to see how they handle CP9
6668448 KO awesome hope to see Chopper and Fluttershy will make love with each other, two of the strawhats and mane 6 against one of the CP9 agents, and more awesomeness on the way.
I would have used these clothes:
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Cool idea, maybe I'll use those designs for something
But, originally, I just wanted it to be something simple and easy to recognize.
Perfect music for THIS moment:
Me in this chapter:
Me, Luffy and Twilight: "HOIST THE COLOURS!!"