She appeared as if from nowhere, a dark shadowed figure full of dread magic. Shining Armor and Cadance scowled with apprehension, but her attention was on the _other_ shadowy overlord that stood before her. Only one could remain.
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Raven for the win at the end. Also bad Shiny.
Lol, I liked this chapter, I liked the surprise reveal, and I hope that they can come to an understanding. I'm so happy you updated!
This could get interesting.
Umbra's got one heck of a secret to keep. That is until Thorax shows up.
YES! I was going to comment about this option in the previous chapters, but it was not necessary.
I've heard of political marriages before, but this is certainly new!
Eh, why not?
Whether or not it's a good idea depends entirely on Umbra's feelings on the matter. As to whether it's a good idea for the story; I've seen the idea used before, but those stories had a different... Thrust...
Great chapter! And even better dilemma, can't wait to see what's next!
Something tells me these three are going to have to practice keeping a straight face in public when one or two are absent...
Okay, that is one pony I've never thought I would see in this story. And she is really the best when it comes to regulation. Although... would Canterlot still standing if she is here?
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Celestia has other trusted noble sorts she can turn to, like Fancy Pants!
Politically? Good idea. Romantically and sexually? A whole other can of worms. Kinda necessary until they can unmake the link, for else one part wild be "forbidden" from even touching themselves. Inevitably that'd be Umbra, and considering her situation that'd be extra cruel.
Now, how will they deal with effectively being sexually involved? Even if they just talk out about being ok for her to masturbate? That'll be an interesting development. And will involve pushing the boundaries of everyone involved.
I do like how this story breaches themes that can only be described as mature. Gonna follow this one!
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That is why the rating of the story went from Teen to Mature, because exploring these themes just literally can't be done at Teen(I was trying, I promise!). It's still not a clopfic, by, like, a long shot, but it's Mature for sure.
You know, changelings and their reformation are fascinating from a literary stand point. They are an entire race based on the idea of a toxic relationship, representing it from every angle.
They feed on love, leaving their victims drained, then leave them when they can't get any more.
They are constantly changing themselves to fit in, yet are constantly operating under the knowledge that if they showed their true self they would be ostracised.
They are all identical replaceable drones. Their colours and nature as insects are the very representation of depression.
Even down to the holes in their bodies representing metaphorically both how empty they feel and the abuse they receive (continuing the theme of both victim and perpetrator).
All this compounds the reformation's themes.
Vibrant colours shows the lifting of their depression. It is also the first time we see differences between them, they are no longer replaceable drones, faces in a crowd, but individuals with their own lives, hopes and fears.
The lack of holes and their lack of a need to feed on others ties in greatly with the major theme of the reformation itself; namely learning to accept one's self. No longer do they hide, they walk freely in the open. They don't change to suit others, but rather to suit themselves.
They are accepted for who and what they are. They love themselves and thus no longer seek validation (love) from others.
They become the representation of a healthy relationship.
Heck, you could write an entire dissertation on the literary themes present in just the changelings. Even down to why Thorax's brother maintained his darker colouring being, in part, due to his pride in being a changeling.
honestly both options are bad
First: we can't guarantee that exile will work at diminishing the connection they have. Plus sending Umbra away will make her feel betrayed and unloved and she actually might die. Also i doubt the crystal heart will take Umbra leaving as a good thing since i still believe it has a greater design for Umbra planned out.
Second: This too is a bad idea for two reasons. Reason one, she is still adjusting to being a mare and how her new body works, she is essentially a child in a new and unfamiliar world and body and still needs to adapt. Reason two, she doesn't even know what it will be like being a consort or the stigma that will surround her because of it, she may feel taken advantage of because she is a mare and can't properly consent to it because she is still trying to learn about herself and the world around her, she may feel pressured because right now she doesn't know right from wrong in this new world, and finally she may want to start her own relationships with or without love outside the royal couple if her interactions with Shifting Prism will attest to. This too will also be affected, if she either is forced or consents to being a consort (and based on what i've said here about her literally being like a child means consent isn't an option right now) she will feel unfulfilled.
So it is because these reasons i stated that both of Raven's options won't work, at least not right now. So I think we need a few more options here Raven!
*snrk*
Umbra has adopted my word.
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Well this story seems to be different because it’s not about a normal person going through the ropes of accepting or hating the gender change after they made it into this universe. This MC has already made up their decision before any of this ever happens so there’s no friction at all to the change.
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At least no friction to that specifically.
heres a better option!
They continue to find a way to break their touching link thingy, and Cadance adopts Umbra as her sister. Problem solved
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Cadance adopts Umbra, yay! And it's now her sister instead who shares in her intimacy?
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I did say they continue to find a way to break the link XD But Cadance adopting Umbra as a sister gives a good reason for her to be around
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I'm with you, but the problem isn't her existing. Cadance and Shining can make friends with whoever they want, and that's normal. Them being connected that way is the issue, no?
In any event we hope they continue looking for a way to fix things.
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i think I might not be being clear enough. I mean they should continue to find a way to break the link that has them connected making them feel each other when touched. After this is done, Cadance can adopt Umbra as her sister. Doing this in this order will avoide any major awkwardness
Also I love how Umbra has befriended a changeling! Pre-colorful Changelings are BEST changelings!
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I am curious for thoughts behind those noises.
Love bugs appear! Poggers!
For Snuggelbug's
For Herding
Nay for banished
As a genderfluid person I feel a kinship with changelings so I can understand why Umbra would to!
Yay, changelings! My favorite species, with my favorite badass queen <3
(Sorry Umbra, you're a close second!)
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(Sad Umbra sound)
The whole Crystal bat Pony thing is starting to make a whole lot more sense. I don't believe there were any native Crystal unicorns or Crystal pegasi in the Crystal Empire as I believe they're all equestrian transfers. But really Shifting Prism, couldn't you have chosen a less conspicuous species to hide as? Bat Ponies are already extremely rare, nearly inseparable from Princess Luna's side, and to add the crystalling on top of that.
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Damn straight. No rainbow vomit here. Only three changelings were able to pull that off were thorax, Pharynx, and Ocellus. All others hurt my eyes.
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My favorite kind of stories
Murphy has just got his jollies right at the end!
Bedroom party
I ship them