When a mysterious unicorn by the name of Styxon Stones rises to power following the disappearance of the royal sisters, Spike is the only one who’s suspicious that this new ruler of Equestria may not have the ponies’ best interests at heart. As ensuing events unfold, including a fire, a midnight sky battle, and a secret mission to infiltrate the royal palace, will Spike be able to rally together the mane six and restore order to Equestria?
Disclaimer: This story has nothing to do with Batman.
Chapters (13)
Once again Spike is the only one with any common sense.
1923346 And it's perfectly cannon!
I'm really looking forward to watching Spike barbecue this ass hole.
1931629 Yep, lets just hope they listen to him this time and if not all the glory will go to him when he saves everyone's flanks.
1931831 Well, it seems to me, that everyone is under some sort of spell. Spike's draconian nature might make him resistant, or the his normal cynicism. It might even be because he's not a pony.
1932044 Either way it might just be him and possibly Applejack that has to save the day. Which I believe Spike should do more often in the canon.
(Joke) Alt. Title: The Dork Unicorn Reprises
I think it's about time for Spike to take a swim the Canterlot coffers and hulk out this bitch.
And the facepalming at Twilight's and Rarity's stupidity continues.
Though I am happy that the others decided to hop on Spike's train of common sense.
I have a feeling that very soon Spike will be the only one who remains active, not captured, mind controlled, or fleeing.
'Styxon Stones' a good play on the words sticks and stones.
Good show.
Element of Generosity, my ass!
Oh the fire that shall be had, a giant emerald green bonfire.
2016731 Thanks! I hope the wordplay wasn't too corny...
2017819 Oh, there'll be a emerald green bonfire...sort of. I'll try not to disappoint!
2021180 Good, good.
Fluttershy: I am the Rat King!
(Points if you get the refrence.)
Please tell me that Spike knock some sense into Twilight and Rarity soon.
Spike please knock some sense into Twilight & Rarity.
2050620 Next chapter!
2050490 John Cleese? Sorry, I didn't get the reference. I had to look it up.
2058675 Can't wait.
The sense knocking is way over due.
2058675 It's a villain in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle that controls rats with his mind
No worries, I wouldn't expect most to know it.
2060778 Haha okay, I was way off then.
How odd, no dummy smacks.
I would have said it.
Please tell Spike yells this at everyone by the end of all this.
So the key to breaking the spell seems to be complete irrefutable evidence and the realization of being under a spell, nice.
Oh, Pinkie, you hilarious, adorable, rambunctious psycho you.
And Spike is once again left to handle the break-up. What's a dragon to do?
I can see it now.
"Spike, the doors locked, go climb the castle."
"She's lucky I love her."
Spike is having a good day! Applejack... not so much. Still, yay fire!
Some days it's good to be a immortal fire bird.
Nice usage of Celestia's pet Phoenix in this chapter.
Interesting situation that Twilight finds herself in. At times like these it's good to b friends with Pinkie Pie as her unique abilities could be useful in this case.
So please do keep up the good work on such a great story.
2281948 Thank you so much!
Things are starting to really heat up! ... Yeah, I kinda hate myself too. Excellent chapter, man, and very enthralling. I would like to note though that reptiles do not sweat
Nice update, but how will Spike save the day if even he cannot escape the princesses cage.
Keep up the good work upon such a great story.
"... Then make the climb."
I'm calling it, Styxon is really Sombra or a Sombra affiliate.
2371801 Thanks! ...and oops.
2372769 You'll see!
Surprisingly guys, I can't believe that none of you referenced that crazed up story Willard. I'm deeply ashamed at all of you
Admittedly, I'd of liked to see Spike bite through Styxon's throat. In a fight of that scale, Spike's dexterity would he been enough to attack vital points and ripped muscles. His teeth cut through diamonds, big or not, flesh would be ripped apart like cotton candy in his fangs. Still, nice to see things come to an end so gloriously.
Yeah this ending was kinda terrible. Definitely need to come back and give this story an actual ending.
Well clearly she's a unicorn since alicorn Twilight can fly.
First real chapter and the most powerful figures of Equestria are dead. It's like starting a JLA comic with 'Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman are dead.'
Yeah because clearly getting over losing your mentor/ruler is THAT easy.
Yes because the possible cause that caused the most powerful figures of Equestria, who had lived for many centuries, to die is clearly not that imprtant of a detail. I mean I can see it as a way to minimise hysteria but considering their fate was made known anyway, there would be some hysteria and hiding more info will arouse more suspicion... or at Spike's.
Yeah because jails are constructed out of wood. Seriously, exile based on circumstantial evidence? If nopony thought something was wrong before, now would be a good time to start thinking otherwise.
Aw hell naw. Exiling AJ on circumstantial evidence is one thing (stealing Spike's guardian and waifu is another thing) but splitting a family after their place of business and home was destroyed... without their consent or prior involvement? That is beyond douche levels.
You sir will be taken down several pegs.
So he really IS a racist. Right, kickassing time WAY overdue. Both Twilight and Rarity are acting WAY too OOC to NOT be under some influence. Also, the famous duo of Lyra and Bon Bon would be separated. THIS WILL NOT STAND!
Wat? So distributing pegasi across Equestria to control the local area weather is LESS efficient than piling them all into Cloudsdale that doesn't actually have weather of its own? Twilight is off the deep end. Something is seriously up with this. And what good is a pegasus is on the ground? Uh your friend Fluttershy?
The plot thickens.
And his name is a pun. A terrible one too. More fuel to add to the fire of hatred.
You know it's serious when Pinkie can't do either.
KILL HIM NAO!
Holy BALLS!
I almost didn't read the story because i thought it was batman.
Luckily I had the patience to read the description.
Seriously...
PS I like Batman, but I love it and mlp separately...
Wait...
THAT'S THE END
Really... An alls good, let's walk away end...
MAN, what a way to start a story! The Princesses are dead but no one is remotely upset or mourning, Twilight should have entered a BSOD at the news, the Cakes lost their home and Applejack is exiled!?! And this is just the first chapter!
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That would be awesome!