Crimson Warlord: How do I feel?

by shattered_sky

Testing

Lightning Dust flew around the city, the moon still in the sky. The sun would rise soon and it was a little chilly. She never really felt the sun popping up suddenly was jarring. Until she heard about Armando’s stories about them not having control over the weather. Losing the cloud cities of Neighvarro and Cloudsdale – and the weather production facilities – made her wonder what would happen if ponies never controlled nature.

She'd wondered if the giant storms in other parts of the world would be the norm then.

She shook the thoughts away. Armando and Sunday were rubbing off on her it seemed.

She landed at the harbor. It was quite early and Serene hadn’t arrived yet, LD was excited at the prospect of cool weapons. Maneuvers were quite tiring to pull off, it really drained on any pegasi’s magic. Unicorns could employ more destructive spells easier. Pegasi had to be moving fast.

She was really excited about the new gear. But she knew better than yap and gush about all of the great weapons. You never knew who was listening.

She settled for circling around the harbor, where Big Mac would send his Pegasus chariot to pick them up.

“I can get there faster…” She grumbled as she landed. She sighed as stared at the rising sun.

“I would have you get my sky chariot, but officially I’m on vacation.” Serene smirked as LD let out a startled scream. “Oh dear, you should really be more on guard Lightning.” She took a pair of shades and put them on. LD snickered at the white sunhat that was wider then Serene herself.

“Afraid of the sunlight Boss?” LD teased.

“No, of the Paparazzi.” She clarified. “You’re up and early today. Excited?”

“Yeah boss, I can’t wait for the new gear.”

“Well we don’t really need the firepower. It’s just a bonus.” Serene declared.

“Huh?”

“Remember Lighting, we need some more insight on the case.” Serene looked the Pegasus over. “Well you can handle the weapon testing. I’ll be busy doing my thing.”

“Being creepy boss?” LD muttered.

“Ugh, no. Adorable.” Serene deadpanned. “Look, do you have a problem Lightning Dust? We’re working together so we need to have teamwork. If there are any issues that concern you, talk to me.”

LD was silent for a time. “Look boss, I’ll be honest. I don’t like you.” Serene raised an eyebrow. “I mean, nothing personal but… There’s something wrong with you. And I can’t put a hoof on it.”

Serene stared at LD and took off her shades. “There is of course. A lot in fact.” She sighed deeply. “I’m not sure what so tell me.”

LD scratched the back of her head. “Look boss, I’m sorry. I didn’t mean-“

“Lightning Dust. I’ve worked with you for two years. But you clearly don’t trust me. And if you’re not capable of talking about this… Well I can’t trust you either.” LD looked down. “Look, trust in this business is vital. If we don’t have each other’s backs we’ll have a knife twisted in. So we need to talk about this.” Serene pleaded.

LD looked anxiously at the sky, wishing the chariot would come sooner. “Boss I…”

“Go on.” She encouraged.

LD took a deep breath. “You’re a phony Serene. Just that everything about you feels so fake. So how can I trust if you’re acting all the time?” To her confusion Serene slowly clapped. She stood there stupefied for a few minutes. “What the hay!?”

“You’re very perceptive. It’s true I wear masks all the time. I’m impressed, most never bother to look behind them.” Serene’s face became unreadable. “So what can I do to earn your trust?”

LD stood there stupefied again. “W-what?”

“What can I do to earn your trust?” Serene repeated.

“I don’t know…”

“Then I’ll tell you something dangerous for my safety.” Serene declared. “My body’s immunity against poisons are very weak and metallic weapons disrupt my body’s unique energy causing extreme damage. My most powerful abilities are nullified by dark magic. Not all, but those of the same type my body use.”

“Why are you telling me all of this!?”

“Because I’m showing you my back as a sign of trust. And I can trust you because you went out and told me straight what you think of me.”

“So you’re weak against metals and poison?” LD asked in disbelief.

“Yes. But I have countermeasures. With this information it’s possible to assassinate me however.” Serene stared straight into LD’s eyes. “So is that enough for you to trust me?”

LD went silent for what she felt was the hundredth time today. “How do I know you’re not lying?” Her eyes narrowed.

“It’s up to you Lightning Dust, trust has to start somewhere. But from now on I want you to be honest on how you feel about things. Bottling up these kinds of things could have dire consequences.”

“I was nervous actually boss, about this. I thought it was silly at first.” LD chuckled. “But is it that bad?”

“Everyone has unique experiences and opinions. It doesn’t matter if you think they’re silly. I want to hear them, it could be enlightening for me.” Serene put her shades back on. “I thank you for being honest with me. And I hope you continue to speak your mind.”

LD gained more respect for her boss, she couldn’t help but grin. “Of course boss. Also that hat looks silly.”

Serene shook her head. “That’s definitely an opinion. I look fabulous~.”

LD couldn’t help but laugh.

In the distance Serene began to hear the sounds of somepony galloping towards them. Serene turned to the source and LD also looked in confusion. Eventually the brown unicorn mare came into view. Her usually messy mane looked even more frazzled and she wore a black suit of combat armor.

“Whoa Quills! What’s chasing ya?”

Quills took a few breaths before speaking. She reported what she discovered last night. There was an abandoned workshop in the scrapyard that someone holed themselves into. Protective wards were spread across the perimeter. A white unicorn was seen entering the place with various tools along with a yellow earth pony with a hat and a cutie mark of a single apple.

“Braeburn.” Serene whistled. “Guess he’s still alive after all. And do you think this unicorn is Quick fix?”

“I’m not sure, he could be a grunt. He covered his cutie mark with duct tape however.” Quills pondered. “Sunday and Monday are now running the surveillance.”

“And why are you here? I mean, if there aren’t any pressing issues you wouldn’t seek me out.” Serene reasoned.

“Well boss. I wanted to go with the both of you.” Quills nodded firmly. “To keep you safe, and Lightning out of trouble.”

“Hey!”

“Well that’s not necessary. You could have told me you wanted to test weapons too.” Serene replied with a smirk. Quills scowled.

“You never know what could happen. You always tell me that boss.” Quills was serious. “I heard that the former Crimson Warlord died in an ambush. Between the three of us we could launch a counterattack. Or Lightning could fly you away.”

Serene frowned at this. “Do have a bad feeling about this?”

“Yes.”

LD spied the chariot approaching in the distance. “Our ride’s here boss.”

Serene thought for a moment. “Lightning, scout the route ahead. Keep an eye out for any threats.”

******

Quills premonition didn’t seem to pass. They arrived without any trouble to the Capital City of Canterlot, where Apple Corp’s main office was located.

LD was drained of some of her enthusiasm upon seeing the state of the city. Provided it was still early, and the city only really became active around ten. There was a depressive atmosphere surrounding the city, weighing people down. Guard presence was high, and Serene idly traced the oddly colored stones. They were a lighter shade than the original stones used when the city was first constructed.

Two unicorn and two pegasi suits guided them through Apple Corp headquarters. The design was very dull Serene decided. Grey walls and minimalistic interior design.

“You were here boss?” LD hesitantly asked.

“Hmmm?”

“The Night of Red Moon.” Quills guessed. “Am I right Lightning?” Quills turned to the Sylveon.

“Yes, I was here that faithful day. Eight years ago.” She sighed. “I almost died a few times. They tried to kill all of the Warlords. Agents, nobles, King Sombra, the Directors and everyone that could stand in their way, they struck all of us simultaneously.”

“It was the end of an era.” Serene continued. “The day Princess Luna was corrupted. Not long after that the only Pegasus City that stood was Las Pegasus. There used to be 13 warlords for the largest cities. Now only eight” Serene stopped walking and everypony stared at her.

“Serene. That’s why we’re here. One day the damned sun tyrant will fall.” Quills gritted her teeth as her magic flared. Serene tried to calm her down using her abilities, waving her feelers around to release a calming aura.

Quills snorted and they continued walking. Their escorts eyed them nervously.

Eventually they saw the big red stallion himself, Big Macintosh the CEO of Apple Corp. He dismissed the escorts and smiled at the Warlord and her security.

“Good morning.” He greeted. “So this is the Crimson Warlord.”

Serene smiled. “It’s polite for the Stallion to introduce himself first.”

Big mac nodded in agreement. “Big Macintosh Apple.”

“Serene Grace.” She extended her paw and he gave it a kiss. “And these mares are Lightning Dust and Quills.” Serene gestured as she named her companions. Big Mac nodded to each acknowledgement. Though his stare lingered on Quills for bit. “It’s our first time meeting on official business. Apple Corp had designed the best equipment for modern warfare, I believe you have something special in store for me.”

Big mac smiled and nodded, gesturing them to follow him. Eventually they arrived at a heavy steel door with some kind of cushioned slot and a keypad. He quickly went over the keys, showing surprising agility for somepony his size.

Serene caught the combination, 14950827. Then to their surprise Big mac turned around and bucked the slot with a hoof. “3245 pounds of force. Identity Confirmed: Welcome Big Macintosh.” The automated voice sounded, the heavy iron door groaned and slowly opened. Quills mouth dropped in surprise.

“Is that a lot?” LD Whispered to Quills. Quills nodded dumbly. LD let out an appreciative whistle. Both Serene and Big Mac turned to look at the two. LD pointed at the unicorn and was smacked behind the head as a reply. Big mac winked and chuckled before heading in. Serene ruefully shook her head.

There was large tables with all sorts of weapons displayed. LD dashed over to a sleek suit of black mechanical armor, with a stinger. “Whoa! That’s nice!”

“Doesn’t work. Prototype.” Big mac grumbled.

“Whaaaaaaat! Why!?”

“Power source. It needs to be compact.” Quills explained. She looked over to the large bulky armor taller than Big Mac. “That’s why the Bulldozer works. It has enough space for bulky etheric batteries.”

“Eeyup.” Big Mac agreed. “And what about the design flaws?” He asked.

“Two. The visor and the external power source on the back.” She replied, walking over and running a hoof on the armor. “Also I have a piercing spell, I can drill right through the armor.”

Big Mac smiled. “Impressive.” He walked over and grabbed a large gun with two barrels. “Would you fer ah demonstration?” He walked over to a panel. Two platforms rose with plates of iron alloy, a mechanism reinforcing it with magic. A wall raised behind it. “After you.” He gestured to the targets.

Quills stepped over to the line and lowered her head. Her horn crackled red and two beams shot out. A red and orange beam swirled around each other and impacted the metal. Sparks flew and the magic field crackled and collapsed. A second later the beam went through the metal and the wall behind. Quill’s horn was smoking and she walked back to Serene’s side.

“WHOA! Damn girl!” LD cheered.

“Impressive Quills.” Serene praised.

Big Mac frowned and walked over to the line. He turned a few dials and aimed. The barrels spun as the gun let out a whine. A swirling red and green ball of magic impacted against the metal. The magic field collapsed immediately and the ball exploded. Fragments of smoking metal flew around, some embedding in the wall.

“Can you move while casting?” Big Mac curiously asked. Lightning Dust began to zip around, looking at various weapons.

“No. I have to brace myself to fire a concentrated blast.” Quill explained. “Buck it hurts.” She gingerly touched her horn. “I haven’t perfected it yet. There’s too much going on with this spell.”

Big Mac nodded and headed over to LD. Big Mac browsed through the various weapons. He pulled out a scattergun and tossed it to LD. He walked back to the panel and a few test dummies rose. She grinned and studied the gun for a moment. She looked at him in confusion.

“How do I fire this thing?”

Big Mac sighed and pointed to his mouth. He gestured for her to get him one. She zipped over and handed him one. He walked over to the firing range and placed the gun in his mouth. Pulling the trigger with his tongue, the scattershot hitting everywhere. He held the gun in a hoof and pointed to his tongue with the other. “Close range.” He simply advised.

She thought about this for a while. “Oh.”

“So Big Mac… Wait can I call you Big Mac?” Big Mac nodded. “I’m looking for a little something… to take down unicorns and pegasi.” Both mares turned to stare at her. In LD’s case turning around as she fired, the gun kicked her in the face. LD rolled around and hissed, apparently bruising her eye. Serene rolled her eyes. “Not you two.” Quills held down the flailing Pegasus to check on her.

Big Mac ignored the scene and walked over presented Serene with a metal case. Opening it, Serene thought it looked like a golden tuning fork which was sharp at the end. The handle was made of oak and had an emerald embedded. Copper wire ran around the prongs.

“Not my taste, but is it functional?”

“Experimental.” Serene carefully held it using her feeler. “It’s called The Disruptor. That’ll stop ‘em from using magic for a good while.”

“Has it been tested?”

“Not enough.”

“So you’ll give this to me?”

“Eeyup.”

“In exchange for testing it?”

“Eeyup.”

“You want detailed notes?”

“Eeyup.”

“Does it work on earth ponies?”

Big Mac thought about before shrugging.

“I’ll send you the details when I get them.”

“Also I want you ta get mah property back.” He added seriously. “Ah know why you’re really here. And I’m willing to cooperate with you. Despite Granny’s wishes.” He adjusted his necktie. “As long as it has nuthin to do with our production, that’s classified.”

Serene blinked. She didn’t even need to maneuver him. “Pardon me?”

“Just slide it up straight Miss Warlord.” He gestured to the weapons. “I make things for a living, nice and simple solution. Need somepony dead? Gun. Need a monster dead? Bigger gun. Breaking a Shield spell? I make the answer, gun. I like things simple, so let’s keep it simple.”

“People like you suck the fun out of things, I’m an actress after all.” She rolled her eyes.

"Like ah said. Nice and simple." He rubbed his chin and looked up in thought. “Well Braeburn, Quick Fix and a few other techs worked on the project. I'd hoof you over their profiles.”

Serene glanced at LD, who was flying around shooting at the practice dummy. “I see. Why did Night Shift commission this project?” The stallion’s eyes widened. “I wasn’t born yesterday Big Mac. There’s no way these designs would come to be otherwise. And definitely not something they would allow someone else to have.”

“Humph. Director of Operations of Night Shift, had it commissioned.” He sighed and rubbed his forehead. “The specifications were a portable sentry gun to be easily deployed. It had to effective in crowd control and able to hold position over an extended period of time.”

Serene was intrigued. None of the reports gave her this information. But it was unfortunately irrelevant at the moment, although it couldn’t hurt to take note. “So why did you take Braeburn off the project?”

The massive stallion’s nostrils flared, Quills tensed and ready to fire a quick cast spell. “The traitor… He was selling designs to my competitors. He was family, but I’m glad he’s dead. My only regret is that ah didn’t end him muhself. Nopony. Betrays my family.” Serene noted the stallion was quite talkative when he felt strongly about something.

She placed a feeler on his back. She almost flinched from the hot rage emanating from him. It wasn’t an act. He claimed he didn’t kill Braeburn, he had motive, means and plenty of opportunity. But she wasn’t here for that, she needed to know more.

“I apologize Big Mac.” He raised an eyebrow at that. She felt his confusion and amusement. “I do have more questions however. Did a unicorn named Quick Fix ever work on the project?”

Big Mac thought about it for a while. “Enope.” He replied, she felt just his confusion and interest. She decided to remover her feeler. You couldn’t fake emotions, only expressions. But emotions without proper conclusion can be misleading

She went on with her questions, asking him about the other members of the project. Apparently Apple Bloom, Braeburn and a unicorn named Silver Engraving worked on it. She asked questions about the capabilities of the turret and Big Mac went into detail – nothing new however – on its capabilities.

She felt he was hiding something but she didn’t have anything to dig it out. Company secrets perhaps. All in all she concluded that she was left with a rather large pile of useless facts. She was just fact checking

Quills and LD spent their time trying out weapons. She commissioned a Bulldozer unit, guns and other weapons. She was going to pay most of it with bits from accounts that no one else knew. They would object to her having destructive weapons. Of course some of the weaker models was billed to Night Shift.

LD was holding a few guns like a child holding her gifts on Christmas. She picked out the scattergun, semiautomatic pistols and stun sticks. She was given a batch of experimental soda that to her fascination, would make her even faster. Serene did not decide to comment on it, but everything felt familiar. Big Mac said that it was his two bits in keeping the environment healthy.

Quills didn’t pick up anything for herself. She did however pick up stun, smoke and fragmentation grenades along with military grade packs for Pepper.

Serene didn’t like this mare’s confidence in her strength. She was the primary combatant of the group. But anything unrelated to fighting – or sewing – she had a hard time picking up other concepts. She was narrow minded and armed with her thirst for revenge.

Which was amusing because she didn’t pick up on Big Mac advances. He held her close while giving her tips on shooting. To be fair physical arms and magical arms functioned differently. And some had properties mixed, such as a heavy riffle with a stabilizing crystal. He invited her to some social gathering, which she only accepted at Serene’s silent command. Among compliments Serene covertly brushed a feeler and confirmed the stallion’s feelings of admiration and infatuation.

She knew Quills good enough to know she didn’t notice any of this.

******

Quills sat beside Serene in the chariot and the mare was still on guard while Lightning flew around. Serene learned from many others that one’s instincts should not be taken lightly. However during their journey nothing seemed wrong. Quills nerves were frayed from being on guard for so long, Serene felt the mare needed a vacation.

Quills sighed and relaxed as they neared Manehattan without incident. Of course, that was the moment the chariot exploded. “Protect.” Serene spoke and a green barrier wrapped around her. Quills managed to quick-cast a shield to protect herself, she noticed it too late and was unable to help the two Pegasi driving the cart.

Serene whispered. “Wish.” And despite being day a star crossed through the sky. Quills grabbed everyone and enveloped them all in a ball of solid magic. Serene wasn’t very durable, Wish in this world healed all allies in a vicinity based on half of her vitality. Which was only enough the get them off death’s door.

The muffled exchange of gunfire could still be heard behind the barrier. Four Pegasi in silver and orange armor were chasing LD. All had identical coats of white due to armor enchantments. They were equipped with the so called Battle Saddle. A saddle equipped with firearms at their sides and a mechanism that they bit down to shoot. In their case were riffles.

LD was ill equipped, at the speed she was moving she could not land reliable shots with her scattergun. Not to mention she had to be facing them. Lightning pulled back and unloaded her clip into one’s face. She then grabbed and twisted the stallion, facing him toward his team. He was still biting down on the firing mechanism and one of the Pegasi were gunned down.

Serene looked bored as she stared through the red sphere. She was insulted they sent only a wing and somepony with a rocket launcher. Quills on the other hoof was terrified, she was convinced that unicorns were not meant to fly and had been silent about that the whole trip. “I do hope she picks us up now.” Serene sadly remarked as they plummeted.

A blast exploded against the sphere and cracks appeared, Quills was sweating from the exertion. Serene took it into serious consideration to get a unicorn that specialized in teleportation. LD swooped down and caught them. Before she could set them down something barreled into LD, the sphere rolled and shattered spilling its occupants.

“Well I’ll be damned.” The stallion with the rocket launcher marveled. “It’s the bloody pincushion!”

He grinned as he kicked back a lever, reloading his weapon. He wore white armor with a custom battle saddle, RPG on the left and a rifle on the other. His mahogany coat glistened with sweat and some of his blond mane hung over his eyes. “Damned hot out here in this armor, ya know its bad manner to keep somepony waiting!”

“No one invited you.” Serene unamused replied. The stallion stared at Serene, just noticing her now.

“So… Is this your protection racket or something?” He questioned, turning back to Quills. “I dunno, she having tea and biscuits with the good ol’ king?” He chuckled. He spared a glance to his partner, tumbling in the dirt with LD. Both trying to kill each other.

The mare was wearing a bronze mask which pumped a green chemical into her mouth and neck. A machine on her back hissed and groaned, as she shot magic bolts from a twisted blue metal horn. LD unloaded a clip into the mare’s side and flew to Serene.

“Come on!” LD complained as the soot colored mare’s injuries closed up. The mare let out a roar, her red eyes reduced to pinpricks as her mask hissed. She slowly walked over to the stallion, trembling as she walked.

“Rusty.” Quills spat. Her horn glowed as she prepared her spell.

“Milord sends his regards.” He flipped his mane out of his face, and glanced at the two Pegasi circling them. “It was kinda cute at first. Your little revenge, but you’ve been a pain in my arse.”

LD drew her pistol. The soot colored mare turned to Rusty. “C-can I rip h-her apaaaaart?” She asked in a creepy voice, her head jerked and her body violently convulsed every few seconds. At her question Quills scowled and her horn glowed brighter. The soot colored mare looked expectantly at Rusty.

Rusty was unnerved too. “Uh, sure I guess. But don’t kill the pink pooch Boiler.” He nervously allowed. At his approval she let out a giggle and charged.

“LD! Get Serene-“

“Lightning please do take care of the Pegasi.” Serene cut off Quills. LD saluted and shot off.

Quills shouted and a wall of fire rose and pushed forward. She immediately prepared her next spell. Boiler leapt through the wall of flame heedless of the damage. A bolt of lightning shot at the deranged mare but she kept on going. Serene jumped out of the way as Boiler pushed Quills back. Quills raised to her hooves and stood her ground, Boiler let loose blow after blow to Quill’s ribs.

Serene calmly walked towards Rusty as the wall of flame died. He hid behind a rock but his back was exposed to the heat. He hissed in pain then looked at the Sylveon in confusion. “What?”

Serene waved her feelers around and a purple ball of energy swirled. “Moonblast!” She shouted as the ball launched. Rusty was surprised and got hit directly in the chest. The place it impacted left cracks and his armor let out a groan. Somehow he felt more vulnerable.

“What the- What was that!?” He demanded. He shook his head and swiveled his guns on her. “Just make me job easy-“ He was cut off by another Moonblast to the face. He felt that feeling of vulnerability, but her attacks didn’t seem to be doing that much damage to him. He growled and fired at her.

The shots pinged off the green shield surrounding her. Rusty was desperately trying to capture Serene alive, reports said that she was one of the Crimson Warlord’s informants. The fact that she was accompanied by two gang members meant she was a valuable asset.

It was infuriating. She would dodge or block most of his attacks. Every time he let up his attack she muttered ‘Calm Mind’. Whenever she took a lot of damage she would heal herself. She wasn’t strong physically but the blasts she launched were actually powerful, just that his armor’s enchantments protected him. But with every hit he felt those enchantments weakening.

Meanwhile in the air the Pegasi were still duking it out. The two now wary of Lightning and Lightning was not able inflict any damage without getting closer. Still, it was matter of time before they ran out of bullets. On the other hoof, Boiler was pressing the attack, not giving Quills a chance to charge up any meaningful spells. The enhanced mare’s strength was only fended off barely by Quill’s hoof-to-hoof combat skills.

Serene blocked an incoming missile and shouted at Quills. “Next runner!” Quills nodded and teleported away from Boiler and braced herself for a powerful spell. Boiler let out a scream of rage as she gave chase. Rusty was confused, that wasn’t enough time for her to charge a spell that powerful.

Quills had her horn pointed straight ahead, and she held the spell despite Boiler almost upon her. Serene smirked. “Baton Pass.” Quills and Serene switched places.

Boiler harmlessly bumped against Serene’s Protect and Rusty found himself in a very perilous position. Facing down a powerful spell that would obliterate him. He hit the ground as a massive blast of fire roared over him. The ground trembled and everyone else stopped to gape at the massive blast that stretched around 50 meters past.

Quills shook as she realized her blast was way more powerful than she expected. To her knowledge she shouldn’t even be able to do something like that. “That boost was too much.” Serene spoke in a tiny voice.

Rusty lay on the ground gagging and thrashing, a good portion of his torso blown off. The molten metal hissed against his inwards and released a very foul smell. Quills slowly stepped back, her eyes shrunk to pinpricks and shaking. She shuddered and retched, expelling her breakfast and her eyes watered.

“RUSTY!” Boiler yelled in horror. She slid to his side and held his head, slapping his cheeks. “Hang in there… I-I can fix this!” She hysterically promised. She pulled off her mask and placed over his muzzle, she gasped and choked as she smelled the air in the longest time. She yanked off the various cables in her neck and shoved them into his body, filling him with the vile chemicals that kept her going. Her horn glowed brightly and they both disappeared in a brilliant bright flash. Her screams echoing for minutes.

Quills stared at where the Ideals where, with a haunted expression on her face. ‘It’s different for you when they show some measure of humanity I suppose’ Serene thought. “It’s dangerous when you’re not sure who the monster is.” Serene found herself saying.

The Pegasi were steadily aloft, still thinking of the scene. LD slowly flew over to one of the Pegasi and shot him in the head without looking. As the other turned around she clubbed him, sending him hurtling down. Quills glared at LD, who simply shrugged.

“Thursday.”

“Boss I…”

“This is what revenge is like. Hollow, meaningless.” Quills ground her teeth. Serene walked towards her, inches from her face. Quills looked away. “If that sickens you so… Despite all you’ve been through. Then you should have never entered our world.” She coldly spoke.

Quills stomped her hooves and snorted. “With all due respect boss, shove off.” Her voice dangerous.

“Are you still that little filly hiding in that closet? She can’t face that monster.” Serene sniffed and turned away. “You are nothing. He thought so, that’s why you’re alive, and why they died. Are you going to prove him wrong?”

Quills looked down, gritting her teeth. “Do commit please. Or just walk away.”

Serene knew that there was a chance that what she said would make her leave, but she counted on her rising to the challenge. Either way it was a win-win. If Quills hesitated it could cost them greatly and if she couldn’t handle it she should just leave.

Comments

[Starlight Nova]

Not having read this story yet, I have to ask: Is this really a Pokémon crossover? The synopsis makes it sound more like a Warhammer fantasy crossover.

[shattered_sky]

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Well few characters ARE pokemon... I just happened write this because I lost a bet, so I had to write a fanfic involving mlp and a Sylveon. Needless to say she was REALLY disappointed. Well everything seemed like a good idea at the time. I see now that the description doesn't really get across the kind of story this is. I'll be working on a more appropriate one. Thanks for the feedback.

Also Warhammer? All I can think of are Ultramarines riding ponies due to my unfamiliarity on the series. Sorry.