This story is a sequel to Worthless
Sequel to “Worthless.”
It is a time of uncertainty. Misty has found a new home with Sunny Starscout and her friends in the Crystal Brighthouse after escaping Opaline and they seem to accept her as one of them, but…do they really? She doesn’t think so. Ever since she told them the truth, Izzy keeps constantly avoiding her, Sunny is reconsidering her leniency, and the mood just isn’t the same as it was before that fateful morning. She knows this is her fault and she wants to apologize for breaking the trust of the one and only pony who ever believed in her, but she doesn’t know how to, or if Izzy will ever truly accept it.
With the rest of the Mane Five gone off running their errands one day, Misty finally sees the chance to mend the broken scars of her betrayal and set things right with Izzy. But what if some friendships just can’t be repaired…?
“Director’s Cut:” https://www.fimfiction.net/story/528700/forgiven-extended-edition
Sequel: https://www.fimfiction.net/story/531448/the-fall-of-opaline
Part 3 of the Misty Saga. Rated T for violence and some light show of blood around Sunny’s portion of the story. Proceed at your own risk.
This story is okay, I especially liked the reconciliation between Izzy and Misty along with Izzy stating that she misses Bridlewood. As for the town ponies ganging up on Sunny and straight up attacking her just because they find her pitching her "lost causes" to them, to be honest that seems a bit much. They could just ignore her and keep going about their day. Plus if it weren't for her and the other mane five they wouldn't even have magic and would still be living in mortal fear of the unicorns and pegasi.
Overall, a nice story and I look forward to reading the next addition to this saga.
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Thanks for your feedback. Perhaps Sunny’s part would’ve worked as a separate story, which was the original intention. However, I thought the two conversations would go well together. As for the ponies ganging up on Sunny being a bit much, yeah I can completely see where you’re coming from. Obviously, the way I set up the situation was to convey shock value, but there actually is some added context if you read “I’m Looking Out For You.” Being a semi-sequel, this story is set in firm canon with that story and if you read that story, Sunny’s actions and Hitch’s dialogue will make more sense. Plus, the town always seems exasperated with Sunny’s “lost causes” in canon and I wanted to present a scenario as to what would happen if the townsponies one day simply got…fed up. People in real life can be cruel and the situation here is no different. Just look at what happens now in our current climate. But I completely understand the hangup with it as the thematic context and parallels can be lost on some readers.
Again, thanks for reading and giving your feedback, I really appreciate it.
That's a lie Opaline Twilight did everything she could to help you but you pushed her away and you've been consumed with power like cozy glow
Okay Izzy I get you're upset believe me I probably feel the same way too but you got to calm down and we had to think about Sparky safety
Oh izzy 😢 she still feels like an outcast
What the heck ponies I felt like that was so kind of out of character with some of the town's ponies sure they get annoyed by her but they never like this
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Personally, I don’t see it as out of character. Is it shocking? Yes, but Sunny’s been doing this for years and you can imagine that after a while, they had enough and just took it out on her. Plus, Sugar Moonlight and her Filly Four clique were being real manipulative to Sunny in “Ali-Conned,” so it makes sense that they would orchestrate this. I see the ponies of Maretime Bay in my story canon like the people of our world and the world can be a pretty unforgiving place, especially to young idealists/activists like Sunny. This ain’t the fantasy times of G4, G5 is clearly meant to reflect our world, so I treat it as such.
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That's the thing I'm always afraid of despite how positive I can be there will always people out there try to bring you down just because they don't believe in you and how people will go against each other and I always ask myself this
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I know all too well what that feels like. It can be a real downer and there’s no real fix for that. I feel that the only things we can do is ignore those people and move on, or accept the fact that such cruel detractors exist and prove them wrong through our actions going forward.
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Yeah I guess that's why I've always told myself so many times throughout my years and it's not getting any easier but I just push on
And besides you guys have the flying vehicle so you can travel easier without walking which I still think that's pretty cool
Well I would say this was a pretty emotional story so apparently Misty still having some doubts about herself ever since she admitted her crime to sunny and the others but hitch really did want to give her a chance despite how the others are feeling especially Izzy but later we found out that Izzy's not really that upset with her she was heartbroken that she was lied to but because she felt homesick but at the same time she didn't want to tell her friends because they will think she's abandoning them which that's not the case everybody feels home sick it's natural but it looks like Misty and Izzy forgive each other meanwhile apparently things really escalated so quickly when hitch saw Sunny getting beating up and he had to break up the fight and save her after that it felt like Sunny was starting to give up this whole thing but hitch really wanted to reassure her she just needs another way to spread the words without forcing it too much some people won't get too annoyed and starting to attack and he felt guilty for not helping her throughout her years but she said she will do a different way but it looks like they need to figure this thing out another time she went back home and talked with Izzy and Misty how they patch up and everything which that's pretty cool and Izzy admitted how homesick she was which Sunny actually understand her feelings that they can just visit there or even just stay there for a couple days even Zephyr Heights if the two princesses are also feeling homesick for right now all of them make a promise they will save Sparky from Opaline again this was a pretty good one here can't wait to see your next story till then keep up the good work
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Thank you so much for your thoughts and feedback (and the promotion too). I’m so happy you enjoyed this story and I look forward to your thoughts on the next one.
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No problem 😊
Geez this story had a lot.
Misty’s inner fears was definitely heart breaking to read. No doubt Opaline’s words still made her feel worthless (pun not intended) and she has trust issues with everyone. Honestly, I’m expecting this to happen somehow during the show, whether if it is before or after reveal.
And then there’s Sunny’s part. Holy ####! I never expected ponies to be that fed up with her that they resort to assault! Even though with the Filly Four being the cause that a lot might have been mob mentality or in the moment BS. And in some cruel irony, as Misty is accepting her new role, Sunny is now doubting hers and now is as lost as Misty was. I’m expecting this to come into play next part and probably be the reason why it’s a four part saga and not three.
All this self doubt actually reminds me of a story idea I had for Zipp where she would be doubting her skills as a detective and lots of angst and sisterly comforts would have followed. Then WW came out and had a scene that would’ve made the whole story feel off, or could’ve provided a good ending point.
Finally, there’s Misty’s dream and what Opaline said in it. I have no reason to believe Opaline is lying about Twilight to some extent. Obviously she left out or didn’t know some details, but I wouldn’t be surprised if Twilight did have some part in creating Opaline.
Overall, great story.
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Your story idea sounds very intriguing. I also once had a similar idea focusing on Zipp’s self-doubt of her purpose and that eventually became the story “Sunny’s Promise.” And as for the Filly Four’s involvement in assaulting Sunny, I’ll confirm right here and there that was actually true and not just mob mentality or BS. The last time we saw them was when Sunny refused to play along with their materialistic “we only like you when you’re an alicorn” mentality, telling them that wasn’t what she wanted at all. Afterwards, Sugar Moonlight wanted a bit of petty revenge, so during Sunny’s speech about solar energy in the town square, the Filly Four orchestrated the riot on her by riling up the crowd’s dissatisfaction with Sunny’s “lost causes.”
And don’t worry, Sunny’s self-doubt and subsequent decision will come up again in “Redeemed” and it will be addressed, as well as Opaline’s backstory in very special ways that I won’t spoil. Thank you so much for your feedback and I really appreciate it. I’m so glad you enjoyed it.
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No prob. Especially after just finding out about “Ahem!” Events from yesterday regarding this saga.
I’ll say that I am grateful for your stories as G5 needs more content on this site. If we want the show to expand, we need to show our love for the story.
And, yeah, I guess Sunny’s Promise is unconsciously similar to that idea I had. I have been thinking of writing a pony story on this site, but I’ve just been occupied with my other story and RL.
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Thanks. I love G5 and this is how I express my love for it. Well, aside from the massive defense video I have planned that is taking FOREVER to make. I’ll tell you this much though, you can do it. Just pick a good idea, run with it, and the feedback you get will help your stories and imagination grow. You’ll never know if you don’t try.
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What news?? What events?? Are your referring to stories/fanfiction or actual news??
This was a great story!!
Great development and pacing in my opinion.
I hope you do a sprout story, and I'm glad you're doing g5. I love it a lot as well
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Thank you so much. I might do a Sprout story at some point if I feel like it. I have a couple ideas.
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Yessss!!
Is it wrong that I was more interested in Sunny's character arc in this than Misty's? Her optimism has taken a hit but in my opinion that was necessary. Blind activism can only get you so far and she needed to learn that. Honestly 'Ali-Conned' really made me hate the ponies of Maretime Bay and this story added to that, but Hitch is right, ponies can only take being preached to for so long.
Did you just entertain the possibility of Opaline's reformation? Now that would be interesting! And I see wnat you did with that Star Wars reference.
Overall, a good continuation of "Worthless". Really looking forward to the last piece!
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No, he made a blog announcement the day before posting this and I just wanted to give some positive reinforcement because I literally just read it before seeing his reply to me.
And I tried to keep it subtle to not draw too much attention to it.
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No, you’re not wrong for thinking that in any way. I guess I did in fact unintentionally have Sunny’s arc upstage Misty’s a little bit, but what can I say? Sunny’s my favorite character, so my brain was probably doing that without me knowing, lol. Yeah there is compelling drama on both sides, but Sunny’s arc was built up since my first G5 story on this site “I’m Looking Out For You,” so I can see why it feels stronger. After watching “Ali-Conned,” I found Sunny’s insecurities to be fascinating to explore further and upon jotting down notes, thought of a way to have that brought up again in this story because as much as I absolutely love the heartwarming resolution in the episode, years of having your opinions and views mocked and ridiculed and then being manipulated by someone who acts like they care when they really don’t doesn’t just disappear overnight with one friend-to-friend conversation and I like to believe that those events stuck with Sunny, especially now with the knowledge that it was Opaline all along, which I’m sure must’ve crushed her further. Nonetheless, she still goes out there and passionately promotes her causes because that’s what she loves to do, until it all finally came to a head here and she was beaten up by the ponies of Maretime Bay. Honestly, that was one of the hardest resolutions to write as a large part of myself was telling me, “No! Make it end happy! No, don’t make Sunny give up! Wait, she’s injured?!! She’s quitting?! WHAT?!!” Ultimately deep down in my heart though, I felt like that was the most realistic outcome there could be in a scenario like this and as Flamewarrior02 so beautifully pointed out, creates some juicy cruel irony and sweet thematic parallels for further analysis.
And also yes, the Star Wars reference was 100% intentional. Opaline’s reformation? Hmm, we shall see.
I’m really happy you enjoyed this.
I’m going to see it on Saturday and I’m going to see it in 3D.
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You’re seeing it in 3D too?! Awesome!! I’m going to see it opening night on the 15th. My hype has surpassed maximum levels here, I’m so excited! EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!! I love Avatar so much, I am so pumped for this.
I hope that mob gets their consequence.
Gentlemen we must prepare the weapons that an epic battle is approaching.
You are wrong
YOU KILLED HER!!!!!!!?😨
Wait what. WHAT THE HELL HAPPENED!?
woah.......
thats not Sunny at all
Ok listen. I understand that you all feel betrayed and mad, but plz give her a chance to explain herself and her life.
WHAT!!?
EXPLANATION FOR THIS!!
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And Sunset
HITCH!!! Not helping!
Oh great. How many secrets and lies do you ALL have?
Wow Sunny. You were way too OBSESSED.
WHAT!? Now that is just Horse apples!! You can't just give up like that and throw away everything you worked hard for!
You aren't being a copy of him!! You are just continueing what he left for you to do/finish.
Just because you succeeded in bringing ponies together doesn't mean its OVER, there are a lot more things left to do.
Maretime bay and EQUESTRIA needs a leader. And that leader is YOU! I saw the potential in you to be the leader Equestria needed. Where is the Sunny Starscout we all know?
but what about your friends? Are you just going to give up on them too?
https://youtu.be/rY2oROqLM48
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Discord. Read “Izzy Moonbow Across The Multiverse of Randomness” and you’ll understand the events right before this story.
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I don’t even know. Way too many if you ask me.
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Hm, implications, implications…canon? Maybe…
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That’s the point. She’s lost her way due to this traumatic incident and everything building up to it. This will be brought up again in “Redeemed” and hopefully given a satisfying resolution.
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My explanation is in a couple of the comments below.
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Tell me about it.
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Hitch can’t arrest everypony, unfortunately. There would be no one to govern then and not to mention that single cell in the back of his office would get too overcrowded and would most definitely be subject to some violations of “humane” prisoner treatment codes.
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Oh yeah! An epic battle indeed.
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MGR Raiden: Bullshit!
After seeing Misty struggling with her guilt and Izzy coming clean about her own personal issues, it was so nice to finally see them talk things out and make amends.
I kinda agree with littleman001. While the story was probably meant to focus on Misty, I think Sunny's part stands out more. With that said, I'm shocked at the town's behaviour! I can understand that Sunny pushed them to their limits, but I figured the worst they would do is start throwing things and verbally abusing her. But physically attacking her?? Even if the Filly Four orchestrated it, I would've thought the townponies would've had enough standard to not go that far! I just hope Sunny will be able to recover from this
Overall, I really enjoyed this! I can't wait to see what comes next!
Great story!
I enjoyed reading it.
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Thanks!
I really cried here. The moment between Misty and Izzy or Hitch and Sunny made me emotional.