Chapter five : Warm welcome
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// Story: PROTOTYPE Equestria
// Chapter five : Warm welcome
// Author: Azzazel
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Chapter five
As they began walking towards the town Alex couldn't help but feel he had forgotten something. He slowly turned his head eying the group as if searching for something he missed.
The only thing he saw out of place was the baby dragon who had been asleep ever since his fight with the princess, which was good since he didn't have to listen to his gory tale. His train of thought was interrupted however by princess Celestia.
''Alex.''
''Hmmm?''
''Since you have agreed not to harm any of my little ponies, I must also ask you not to show your 'abilities' in public.'' She had only good intentions and wanted to make sure unnecessary panic would be avoided.
'Is she serious?' Alex asked himself making sure he had heard that right.
''I'm impressed princess it seems you have yet another great talent.'' Her ears perked at that a bit to eager to hear the runners recognition.
''And what would that be?'' She asked happily. The group suddenly stopped their own conversations to listen in.
''Pointing out the obvious.'' Alex said in an slightly annoyed tone while dropping his fake smile.
''W-what?'' Celestia asked, not realizing the irony of what she had said earlier.
''Did you honestly thought it necessary to tell me that using my powers would cause horrible panic?'' He said raising an eyebrow.
''I...uhm.'' She suddenly realized how foalish she sounded asking that.
*deep sigh* "Lets just go. I-''
*fzzzzzz*
A sound interrupted him in mid-sentence. 'Did something deflate?' He asked himself turning to the group to search for the source of the sound. A small distance behind the group Pinkie had changed. Her mane was deflated, her eyes grew sadder and she barely kept a small smile.
Alex knew something was wrong and couldn't help but feel connected. He just couldn't put his finger on it, he closed his eyes and decided to relieve the past few hours to find the source of the problem. He didn't recall anything out of order. Telling his story, explaining the situation, answering questions.
'Wait...' He replayed in his memory what happened after Rainbow Dash asked her question. Pinkie never got hers answered .
'I see... So thats what I forgot, but... Is that why she's sad?' Alex opened his eyes only a few seconds actually passing.
''Pinkie are you alright?'' Twilight asked slightly concerned.
''Y-yes *sniff* I'm fine.'' She said in a sad tone.
''Sugarcube you sure your alright?'' Applejack added.
''It might because I forgot to answer her question.'' The runner voiced his opinion. All heads turned to the middle of the group where Alex was.
''Oh, *sniff* it's alright, you had more important questions than mine to answer.'' She said in a sweet voice.
'Cute.' Alex thought as he approached the pink pony, he brought himself to her level.
''Sorry kid I didn't mean to forget.'' He slowly reached towards her with his hand and gently placed it behind her head and stroked her fur. She didn't wince, instead she began to relax enjoying the feeling.
''Now Pinkie what did you want to ask me?'' He said in a warm tone.
''I...just wanted to know if you would like a party after the town meets you?''
Alex's memory went back to what happened about two weeks after he got his powers. He was thirsty and in the mood for some energy drinks so he went to a local store to buy some. The outcome wasn't nice. But since this was a new world with no Black-Watch, the possibility of a thermobaric tank ruining his day were significantly smaller. He thought a party was a great way to get his mind off all the stress and decided to accept.
''Sure Pinkie I would love that.'' He said in a sincere tone. She instantly perked up her bright smile returning to her face. Her mane inflated on the spot.
'WTF?' Was the only thing he managed to think noticing the sudden change and the fact that his hand was caught in the fluffy mane. Right before being thrown onto his back and into a bear-hug by the pink pony. If it wasn't for his inhuman strength it would have probably hurt.
''Yaaaaayyy!!! I will make you the bestest party in the whole of Equestria!!!''
Several awkward seconds later, Alex got up with the pink pony still clinging to him.
''Pinkie?''
''Yes?'' She said her face still buried in his chest.
''Let go.'' Alex said in an unamused tone.
''But your so comfortable, do I have to?''
''Yes it's getting awkward.'' She reluctantly let go and Alex looked around and saw the ponies with shocked looks.
''What?''
Twilight chuckled.
''Oh nothing, I'm just impressed you cheered Pinkie like that.''
''And Ah reckon you're the only one to be able to take a Pinkie-hug full force.''Added Applejack.
''Right... Lets pretend this never happened and continue.''
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Meanwhile in castle Canterlot, the two guards, Golden Beam and Silvermane where being explained the situation with the newest inhabitant of Equestria by the princess of the Night herself.
They weren't taking it well when they learned of the defeat of both Celestia and The elements of Harmony. She then proceeded to tell a shorter version of the runner's tale. The guards by this point were confused and angry, yet became mortified when they learned of his abilities.
''And that is why you must not speak of what happened. And why any plans for revenge will probably end in failure. Do you understand?''
The two stallions nervously nodded. Luna had already answered most of their questions. After a while she dismissed the guards and they returned to their duties.
Trusting in the judgment of their princess they decided not fret on how to take care of Alex. She looked outside and noticed that there were a few good hours before she would need to raise the moon. As she trotted towards the doors out of the throne room a light-brown unicorn stallion entered the room and stopped her as he levitated a huge stack of papers and scrolls in front of her.
''Your majesty here are the rest of the paper-work for today.''
He let go of the giant stack and it hit the floor with and audible *thud*. Luna's eyes widened but before she could say anything the stallion was already gone. She looked at the mass of papers before her.
''Oh horseapples...''
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The group reached the edge of Ponyville. Alex stopped and so did the group. He looked at the buildings slowly analyzing them carefully. He sighed, then frowned, considered suicide but decided against it. The group noticed his halt and Twilight was first to speak.
''Alex, is something wrong?''
''I think I'm gonna be sick.''
''Why?''
He rubbed his eyes with his hand in frustration ''This place looks like it came from 12 year olds fantasy, it just burns my eyes. That and I hate puns.'' Alex honestly felt uncomfortable, he could adapt anywhere but this was exaggerated even for him.
Twilight frowned. ''Well if you don't like it you can always go back to the forest.'' She said sarcastically.
''Good idea, if anyo...pony needs me I'm at the crash site.'' He replied rather seriously.
''WHAT?'' The group yelled in unison.
''No offense but this place just rubs me the wrong way. The forest doesn't seem like a bad alternative.'' The group's jaws fell, feeling somewhat insulted. But they remembered where he came from and what he did so they tried to make him stay.
It took a few good minutes and some puppy eyes to convince him. The runner finally gave in when Fluttershy pleaded him.
'I'm gonna regret this.'
''Fine, let's go.''
The group put on a victorious smile as Alex entered the town. He groaned at how colorful it was.
'Whoever painted this town is gonna be introduced to my boot if I ever meet him/her.'
As soon as the ponies noticed Alex, they seemed to froze.
'Thats not right, I was expecting some stereotypical panic.'
As if on queue he heard some ponies scream.
''Monster!" "Run!!" "The Horror, The Horror!''
Alex did his best not to laugh at their reactions, Doors were being locked fillies and colts were taken indoors. The ponies seemed to ignore the fact that princess Celestia and the mane six were around.
''Well that went well.''Alex chuckled.
Twilight sighed in defeat. ''You'd think they learned their lesson after the incident with Zecora.''
''Who?''
''I will tell you later, right now we should think about the best course of action.''
''Twilight I will speak to Mayor Mare immediately and take care of this unpleasant situation.'' The princess reassured.
On a different side of town a light-brown, blue maned pegasus had his nap interrupted by screams of terror. He flew down from his cloud only to hear more screaming.
''The Horror, The Horror!!'' He clearly heard along with the symphony of doors getting slammed.
''For the love of Luna, what are those three screaming about this time?..''
The pegasus frowned as his nap was interrupted, and was not in the mood for shenanigans.
He trotted along the streets to look for the source of the commotion. The streets emptied pretty fast, he let out a deep sigh and continued searching. After turning around the next corner, he noticed the mane six and Princess Celestia: they were talking with somepony.
Walking towards the group he soon noticed that they weren't talking to another pony, but a weird bipedal creature.
''... Good idea. Since the streets are fairly empty I think a tour of the town would be nice. After that I really want to take a break and relax. 25 days of constant fighting really take it's toll. ''
''We still need to find you a place to stay.'' Rainbow spoke.
''Twilight, my faithful student I believe you have a guest bed for occasions and such. Would you be so kind as to host Alex until me and my sister figure out a way for him to go back home?''
''I... Uh... Y-yes princess.'' Twilight nervously accepted.
''Awwww I wanted him to stay with me at Sugarcube Corner.'' Pinkie voiced her opinion sounding rather disappointed.
''Pinkie did you forget what I am and what I can do?''Alex asked in a sarcastic tone.
''Nope, nor did I forget how you protected us in the forest from that meanie Hydra and how you chose not harm anypony even when we attacked you.'' She said matter-of-factly.
''Well, seems like you drew the short stick Twilight, sorry.''
''What do you mean?''
''Nevermind. Just try not to get to worked up over this, I won't try anything that would cause problems.''
''I believe you.''
''I think the best way to introduce myself to the rest of the town would be via public meeting. Also it seems we have company.''
The group turned their attention to the approaching stallion. As he came to a stop he finally realized how big the creature was, almost as tall as the princess herself.
He gave a bow to the princess and went back to staring at the runner.
Alex broke the silence. ''I wonder how come you haven't run away yet?''
''I erm... Wow, didn't think you could speak. Anyway, this town tends to exaggerate a lot so I didn't think it was actually something bad, and I'm not one to judge. Also, I don't think I have a reason to run.''
''Looks can be deceiving kid. I'm more dangerous than I look.'' Alex said with pride.
''You are truly intimidating, but I doubt you would try anything since the princess is here.''
''Oh you silly filly he already tried and the princessdin'tevemmffhfhmfhf.'' Alex quickly silenced Pinkie by covering her mouth with his hand.
''Oooo-kaay... Let me introduce myself, my name is Zephyr. Zephyr Verve.'' He extended his hoof.
''Alex. Alex Mercer.'' He shook his hoof.
''Pleased to meet you Alex. Whats up with Pinkie?'' He asked raising an eyebrow.
''She's being herself.'' Alex responded.
''I see, something I can help with?''
''No not really the princess was just leaving to have a chat with the mayor about my arrival. I'm just gonna have a quick tour of the town.''
Zephyr trotted away but felt something was off and decided to watch from a distance. The group dispersed leaving only Alex, Pinkie and Twilight.
''Pinkie are you crazy? You can't slip like that, promise me you won't tell anypony about what happened between Alex and the princess.'' Twilight snapped.
''Cross my heart and hope to fly, stick a cupcake in my eye.'' And with that she went back to Sugarcube Corner.
''Thank you Alex, that could have ended badly.'' Twilight sighed in relief.
''No problem, now how about that tour?''
''Of course, just follow me.''
Alex nodded and went on their way.
*Two hours later*
They had made a complete tour of the town with Twilight explaining a little bit about every location of importance, with a familiar light-brown pegasus hot on their trail. He made sure not to be seen and hid in the leaves when they stopped at the library and went inside. He went trough the unlocked window and listened in on their conversation.
''There is a large bed in the guest room which you can use while you stay here, I will bring some pillows and sheets after I tuck Spike in.''
Zephyr managed to hide himself in a closet before Twilight reached her room and tucked the small dragon in his basket. She took some pillows and sheets from a drawer and proceeded to making the bed. Alex was downstairs reading a random book on the sofa. After Twilight was done, she went downstairs to pick up from where they left. Alex put the book on the table and they slowly walked back up.
''Say Alex are you alright?''
''Of course, what do you mean?''
''While we were walking I noticed you twitch from time to time.''
''Oh that. It's nothing important really.'' Alex chuckled.
''Whats so funny?''
''I was just imagining what that guy's face would look like if Pinkie told him I defeated the princess.''
''Sometimes I wonder what goes on in that pony's mind. But I usually stop before I get a headache.''
''Twilight I think you have an admirer.''
''W-what?''
''Yeah he is hiding in the closet over there.''
At that Zephyr bolted out of the closet towards the nearest exit, but Alex quickly grabbed his neck before he could leave. The stallion squirmed but eventually calmed down. Alex left him with Twilight to explain the essentials.
"Alright, I won't tell this to anypony. But you have to swear me that you will tell me the whole story tomorrow!
"Fine, now go before I change my mind." Alex said and changed his eyes to thermal vision, frightening Zephyr a bit.
He flew out in the closest open window.
''Next time lock your windows, will you? I'm going to bed.''
''Yes I guess you are right, sorry about that.''
''No problem he seems understanding enough. Good night Twilight.''
''Good night Alex.''
The runner went to bed and everything fell silent. At around half past midnight after everypony was sound asleep his eyes glowed blue beneath his eyelids. Satisfied with the unmoving heat signatures he silently got out of bed.
'Finally done. Lets see what you have for me.'
End chapter five.
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Authors note: sorry if this chapter is a little bland, I promise the next chapter will have more action! I thank you all for reading this, you guys are great ! Big shout to Zeph my editor, great job love you man [no homo]. If you can, take your time and read his story too. I hoped you enjoyed it so far I will see you guys next time.
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What is the 'I'm-in-a-fic' counter's position?
...
8? or just 7? Maybe 9?
I don't know.
Oh, well!
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I'll just say a good, old "Moar!"
Zephyr? Zephyyyyy!!!
What an absolute joy to see you here 
Nice chapter
-Glassed
193436
Is it, really?
I feel happy now! Thank you, Glassed!
193462 Not a problem! Anytime brony
-Glassed
193417
Ahhh.... Zephyr.... We meet again. Maybe I should include you in my fic, talking to Stalin or something. That would be an entertaining conversation.
193492
Talking to Stalin?
O_O
DO WANT!
I give you my permission to use 'me' in your fic!
193462 How many fics are you in dude lol.
193526
The answer.
i demand moar if..... thats .. alright with you
OOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHH
Can you add my OC please?
The?... Alex Mercer?......
~Yay for new chapter
YES!
193540 lol Good answer.
Yay Zephy!!!
Pretty bog standard story. I'd give it time, it's definately improving, albeit rather slowly.
I love this story. Have read It many times. Please continue this way
Love this story, I'm a big fan of Prototype my self and this is a very good story keep at it.
It's a decent story so far, and it's nice to see your writing gradually improving from the very beginning to now. I am a pretty big PROTOTYPE fan, and so far you have Alex's personality pretty nailed down. I will be tracking this, and i will leave you with a suggestion: Maybe have Alex turn himself into a pony in one chapter?
203178
But to do that he would have to consume a pony!
btw... 99th poster!
203178 Problem with that, Alex becomes what he consume Pony, and he did say to Pricess Celestia that, he wouldn't 'try' to cause trouble.
206261 who said HE had to cause trouble? insert a random insane pony with a hatchet, and we're good
206285
man you really want him consume a pony, but that'll lead to bigger problems such as the fact, that Twilight and Co, know that Alex had consumed many people from he's world, and also the face that Alex looks like a pony that is now dead, now that just seems wrong.
206332 .*sigh* Shadic Its mentioned that Alex didn't tell them about his ability to 'consume' [ he left it out on purpose re-read the story you will see]. Glad your enjoying the story everyone. I think I will make the next chapter longer just to f**k with Zeph :P!
208453 I know that but what would happen if they found that Alex could do that, Trouble that's what.
Please put more OC Characters, namely your Readers... I bet they would love it dont you think?
I'm not sure what to say about this story.
I love the idea behind it (big fan of both), and I love how it's actually Alex, and not just one of the mane 6 getting the virus like in the other stories. So, great job, and I like how long it is.
Now, for the problems.
First, the writing is pretty bad (I'm guessing English isn't your first language). There's words being misused, punctuation in the wrong places, a lot of tense errors (writing with past tense one moment, then future and present tense in other spots), and other more minor mistakes. Now, I will admit that it's gotten much better than in previous chapters, but it could still be better.
Next, are the characters. I thought you were doing pretty well with the characters at first, but then they started acting more and more out of character. For example, the mane 6 are about to die, only to be saved. They then witness a (to them) monster rip the hydra apart with his hands. I don't know about you, but that's probably a very gruesome thing to see. Especially for a place that never sees that kind of stuff. Then you have Rainbow Dash get excited about it and talk about how awesome it was. Yeah, she'd probably find it awesome how strong he is, but I think after seeing a living thing get torn apart she'd probably be too busy vomiting. Or acting grossed out at least.
Next, there was that completely idiotic fight scene with the princess, which seemed thrown in for the sole purpose of letting them witness how awesome Alex is. I don't think anyone was in character at that point. Alex for needlessly fighting them all, the princess for primmediatelyimmideatly going to violence, how the whole thing was resolved, and how they all acted. The whole thing was pretty annoying to be honest.
Finally, that OC, Zep-whatever. Is he stupid or something? He sits there listening in on their conversation, watches Alex talk, and then acts all surprised when Alex talks to him. Why is he surprised by Alex talking? He was just listening to him before then. And then there was him stalking them. It's just, it wasn't needed. There are plenty of characters to choose from in the show, so it's pointless making OCs.
Now, I know it seems like a long rant, but please don't let this discourage you. I still have enjoyed the story up to this point, and I look forward to future chapters.
"On a different side of town a light-brown, blue maned pegasus had his nap interrupted"
... light-brown... blue mane... i swear if he put Zephy in this...
*later*
yep... he did...
good job mate!
also, i call Zephy "Zephy" because i don't know how to pronounce the rest of his name correctly >_>
Alright, you've got my attention. Consider me tracking
193540 LOL!!!!!!!
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Dear Archive!
Excuse me and Azzazel for the bad grammar and mistakes our first language isn't english, truely.
(And I do the preread FYI, this is why it got better)
About the characters: I don't know what would you do if you were attacked by a ~30 meters tall monster, then saved by a more friendly looking one. Just sayin'.
That fight scene with the princess: What do you expect? she could be a demigod deity but Alex is just simply indestructible. That's it.
And about ME: I'm not a fool, if you read that part, then you know that I just got there and was out of earshot until Alex greeted me.
And if I'm curious about someone I can.. Stalk him/her if needed.
Also, no cannon character have the guts to do what I've done. (think about anypony in Ponyville)
I hope this little explanation-thingy helped you to understand the fic a bit more.
-Zeph
P.s.: You seriously can't pronounce my name? Shame on you!
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First, thanks for the reply. I'll try to respond to your points.
"That fight scene with the princess: What do you expect? she could be a demigod deity but Alex is just simply indestructible. That's it."
I might not have been clear enough on that part. I wasn't commenting on who was stronger or who should have won (I can easily see Alex winning in that fight). What I was talking about is that the fight never should have happened to begin with. He basically started attacking her right after they met. What I was saying is that there shouldn't have even been a fight between the two of them (and there wouldn't be a fight unless Alex did something incredibly stupid like attack either her sister or any of the main characters such as Twilight).
Hope that cleared that part up for you.
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You know, Azzazel explained the reason of the fight. But I explain it to you again: it was because Alex simply can't take if somebody (or somepony in this case) want to control him. And Celestia wanted to rule him, so he resisted.
Where the hell is the next chapter, I'm dieing of waiting over here, just like Sonic hates taking things slow.
254367 Hes been a little busy lately, him and I had been in cohorts discussing another Fic to build. The new chapter's almost done, so no need to be all impatient. He hasn't dropped the project. Hes just busy
254376 I've just been waiting for ages for the next chapter it's starting to kill me lol. Will it be up some time tomorrow?
254381 Ah, I couldn't tell you that. He just said its almost done, then he needs his proofreader (Zephyr..Thats the name of my dog >.<) to go through and look it over. So I would say within the next few days.
254383 Let's just hope I don't die of waiting, lol, huh man, got to go and sort out my pet Tanks (L4D) before they kill me lol.
254394 Alrighty! TTyl!
254400 Yeah I'll have to get back to you, my pet Tanks are after me, Where's a gun shop when you need one. lol
One of the best stories on this site (IMHO). I enjoy reading this. And can't wait next chapter.
Earlier I had doubts about the last spell. I didn't believe, what Alex simply take it and survive. But then I remeber fight with Greene and her Shockwave, which obviously much powerful than EOH spell. And Alex can survive this. Also he has an Adrenaline Surge - ability, allow him to absorb single attack any power, even a thermobaric tank blast. So fight scene true and can be repeated in the game (of course with the technology, not magic). On normal difficulty I mean.
Good work!
*Epic stare of anticipation*
In chapter 5, one of the Wheres is supposed to be were and its really bugging me, anyhow great fiction definitely a thumbs up and probably a star.
wait is he going to consume twilight!?
Don't use WTF in the story. No one I know would actually say, wtf, unless he typed it. But since he actually said wtf, it's weird.
He went NNNNNNNEEEEEEEEEOOOOOO
Poor Granny Smith.
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I would say WTF