Rough and Tumble, Foil and Fumble

by Timeless Lord Slayer

I: Within The Pouring Rain

Dark clouds hung over the city of Canterlot, releasing their payload of rain upon it. The torrential downpour could be heard from inside even the thickest of walls, the clamour of each drop as they landed upon all that lay below the heavens was like a symphony. Just a ways out from the city, just outside the limits, there were rolling hills and pastures, and on one of these hills, was a large, old, Blue Ash tree overlooking a lake. The tree had stood on that hill since before the founding of the city, and was a historical landmark for it, as it was a part of the local tribe's heritage, having been planted by their ancestors long ago.

The tree's leaves bobbed with each drop of rain that impacted them and slid off, occasionally landing on the unprotected head of a young man below. The air was thick with that familiar scent of rainwater, a smell of which the boy below loved. He loved being in the rain, partially because he found it soothing, and partially because it helped him think.

Whenever asked why he loved the rain, he would reply with, "The sound of rain is like millions of angels clapping. Wouldn't you want to go out and let them applaud you?" The boy swept his long, shaggy, baby blue hair out of his eyes as he stared into the lake, his sea green eyes alight with contemplation behind his wet, black framed glasses. His dark blue trenchcoat was slick with water, but he didn't mind. He wore faded blue skinny jeans, though they seemed to be more dark thanks to being soaked from the rain. His black, waterproof hiking boots were starting to get water inside them thanks to his pants dripping down his legs and towards his feet. He bore a black t-shirt with the Darksign from Dark Souls on it, though one could hardly tell it was wet aside from the way it clung to him. He glanced at his old wrist watch, a relic of a thing, made with simple clockwork. Twas simple, yes, but he adored it nonetheless.

"12:30...Guess I should head home," he mused, his voice just the right tone. Not too deep, not too squeaky. He stood up and brushed himself off, before beginning to walk down the hill. As he walked, he began to whistle a favorite tune of his, one he had loved since he was a boy. He walked for some time, simply whistling the old tune, up until he reached the edge of the park that was the hill. It was there that he heard the sound of grunting, shouting, and yelling. He paused for a moment, wondering what it was all about.

Deciding to check it out, he began to follow the sounds to their point of origin, up until he arrived at the parking lot. It was there that he found a group of people fighting. They appeared to be around his age, and they were getting absolutely smashed, but whoever they were fighting seemed to be taking quite a few hits themselves. As he snuck closer, he noticed who was being picked on. A rough looking girl with tan skin, white, short, unkempt hair with light purple fringes, a brown leather jacket, combat boots, and jeans with holes in the knees. She had a few bruises over her face, along with some cuts. Angered at the thought of a girl getting picked on clouded the boy's thoughts and he stepped out of hiding.

"Hey! Back off!" he shouted. They all stopped and turned to face the newcomer.

"Stay out of this! This bitch deserves what she's getting!" One of the boys said.

"Bullshit! I bet you asshats are just beating on her because you feel like it! Now get the fuck outta here before I make you!" Frytke growled. They all laughed.

"Heh, fine, you asked for it dumass!" Then, they all charged at Frytke. Frytke quickly got into a ready stance, remembering the training his brother put him through. The first one tried to punch him head on, but Frytke deflected the blow and uppercut him. The second one tried to kick him, only for Frytke to grab his leg and knee him in the gut, causing him to wheeze and fall to the ground.

The next one charged right at him, but Frytke simply held out his fist and watched as the teenager fell to the ground, clutching his stomach. Then, Frytke grabbed his head and headbutted him, disorienting him. The one who received the uppercut slowly got back up, glaring daggers at Frytke. Then, he bumrushed him, only for Frytke to roundhouse kick him. All the attackers slowly got back up before running away. "We won't forget this!" One of them yelled as they ran away.

Frytke turned to the girl, who was staring at him in shock. He approached her and offered her a hand up. As he did, he noticed her eyes were a nice shade of amber. The girl huffed and brushed his hand away.

"I'm fine. I didn't need your help, ya know. I could've beat those clowns by myself," The girl groused. Frytke shrugged and let her stand up on her own.

"If you say so. Name's Frytke, by the way," Frytke greeted.

"Did I ask what your name was?" the girl replied hotly.

"No. It's just polite to introduce yourself. Especially after you save someone," Frytke shot back. The girl growled.

"Just leave me alone, dweeb," the girl grouched as she pushed past Frytke, not even bothering to look back as she stomped away in the pouring rain. Frytke sighed as he stood in the cold, looking up at the sky.

"Well, guess a 'thank you,' was too much to ask for," Frytke thought aloud to himself. Eventually, he began his walk back home.

Author's Note:

Alright, here's my story for the PoME group! It was quite a hassle to do, so I hope my hard work payed off! Please comment down below what you liked or disliked about it, but withhold your scathing comments if you can.

EDIT: Please tell me if this seemed rushed, and thank you for waiting! Also, big thanks to GodofBBQ for the help, as well as apologies for not following the idea to the letter! I just kinda went with the flow!
—BlueMoon865

Comments

[Timeless Lord Slayer]

Really wish everyone would tell me what I did wrong. Honestly, it isn't that hard.

[Zeroxdoom]

So far, I think it's pretty good. also I've noticed that you didn't put your story in the PomE library. Go ahead and drop it in there. I'm sure everyone would love to see your story.

[Timeless Lord Slayer]

6750236 I thank thee for reminding me, kind sir.

[Zeroxdoom]

6750968 No problem dude, let me know if you need anymore help.

[Mesiagamer]

Alchemy is everything alright?
Alchemy:Ya I just like the guy.
Really.
Alchemy:Ya anyways nice chapter blue.
Look forward to seeing where this story goes.

[Krovgor Warhawk]

Like you said, it is on the short side, but this is a descent start. I can't wait to see more.

Warhawk: By the way, I do agree with Frytke stance on bullies, but I'm pretty sure that Blueblood doesn't fall into that category, given he's an entitled deuce.

[Timeless Lord Slayer]

6759152 Good to hear. As for the size of the chapters, they might fluctuate, depending on how long it takes for me to achieve the goal of that chapter. And I would agree as well.

[Timeless Lord Slayer]

6759144 Happy to hear it!

[Tiberia Silverfang]

i like it so far its got a great start.
Fang: as well boss the character making friends with Gilda just like that was pretty neat.
i agree with you on that, oh before i forget just wanted to say welcome to the PoME library.

[REBORN BY FATE]

Treble: Another guy to screw! Welcome to the S.S. Motherf*cker!

I was hoping they would start as Fre-nemies for a while, then their relationship develops into something more. That's my only gripe, how fast your OC gets attracted to the Main Gal. Anyway, it's still a good start, looking forward to see more.

Treble: Wait, didn't that happen to me as well?

Yeah but you're comic relief, so you're excluded.

Also how do you pronounce the name?

[Timeless Lord Slayer]

6759246 Like Frict. And I had my worries about it as well, but I wanted to show that Frytke has a big heart, especially towards bullies and people with depression and emotional baggage. He tends to believe bullies should get a chance, as he...well, I'll just show you later in the story why he thinks that way. Not sure when, but it will be shown. Also, just a heads up, Frytke only knows Soul and Sunset, and doesn't hangout with them enough to know the rest of the gang. His only other friends are the school staff, especially those at the district offices, like Mr. Discord in your story.

[Timeless Lord Slayer]

6759245 Thanks, I appreciate it.

[MrB]

6759262 Would Frytke Hvile and Gilda like to join The PoME Reaction Show?

[Timeless Lord Slayer]

6759274 Sure, what exactly is it though?

[MrB]

6759276
this
the story is unpublished and will stay that way

[CosmicAlchemist24]

A Gilda story YAY!
Artemis: Welcome to the family Frytke, glad to have you.
Great start can't wait for more.

[Lord Weesus Christ]

great chapter, I look forward to more. and I didn't really see any problems with it in my opinion. I actually liked how frytke is trying to help gilda instead of shunning her away.
Mise: yeah, I always thought there was something more to her, but I always had my eyes on octy
anyway, great job, and welcome to the family

[Timeless Lord Slayer]

6759747 Thank you very much.
Frytke: Yes...very much...*creepy foreshadowing grin*

[Lord Weesus Christ]

6759998 you're welcome
Mise: *smirks* if you're trying to creep me out, you're going to have to do better than that, but its a start

[Timeless Lord Slayer]

6760024 Better luck next time, Frytke. But please, no more teasing the fans with promise of mayhem. That's my job.

Frytke: *pouts* Killjoy...

[Lord Weesus Christ]

6760042 I think we're going to get a long great
Mise: yeah, I like the new guy, he seems interesting

[Timeless Lord Slayer]

6760051 I believe so as well. Just don't look in my closet. Or my attic. Or my basement. Or my kitchen. Actually, you know what? Just don't come to my house.

Frytke: But we could have so much fun!

No Frytke. Just no.

[Lord Weesus Christ]

6760087 yeah, I think i'll pass
Mise: sorry, but you're more than welcome at my house

[Timeless Lord Slayer]

6760095 Great! I'll be sure to bring only the essentials.

Frytke: Yeah, the essentials.

In other news, the second chapter is almost done. Might finish it today. Might.

[Lord Weesus Christ]

6760137 cool, question do you or frytke drink?
well I look forward to it, whenever it comes out

[REBORN BY FATE]

Just refer to me as Ragga_Muffin or just _Muffin. I change names every month xD

[Timeless Lord Slayer]

6858962 No promises.