> A Blazing Bowser Bash > by Big Imagination E > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- > Feeling Left Out > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- One fine day in Equestria we see many ponies enjoying their day and helping out with the preparations. For today was the day of the Friendship Festival. They were all extremely excited about this. Well everyone except for Spike. He was a teenage dragon and was sad in the Castle of Friendship. Reason why he was upset was because he caught his ex Ember in bed with a another dragon. That left him devastated and heartbroken since then. It's been three weeks since that happened and Spike still wasn't happy. At that time Twilight who was an anthro ailcorn came in. "Hey Spike. You feeling okay?" Twilight asked. "No Twilight. I'm still upset after everything that Ember did. And not only that but you never seized to invite me to any events in Equestria and leave me to clean the castle every day." Spike replied sadly. "I know your not happy right now Spike. But listen. I still care for you no matter what. Even though I asked you to clean the castle I know you still do it. And guess what?" Twilight said. "What Twilight?" Spike wondered. "After we find a band that will play a special show tonight I will promise to come get you so you can join us for the Festival." Twilight swore. "I appreciate your offer but I just wanna be alone right now. I'm really tired from cleaning and I seriously need rest." Spike said. "Oh ok Spike. But my offer to the Friendship Festival is still open." Twilight smiled. Suddenly the door opened and Twilight and Spike's closest friends entered the library, "Good morning, Twilight," Rarity greeted her and looked to Spike, "And good morning to you too, Spike." Spike waved with a little blush on his face. "Oh, morning girls." Twilight greeted them. "What brings you all here?" Spike asked. "Well we thought we could treat Twilight to something to eat," Fluttershy began sounding positive, only to switch to her shy nature, "You know if she wants to, that is." "Well unfortunately Twi does have a lot to do." Spike replied. "Oh I see." Fluttershy answered meekly. "Actually I think I can squeeze in a little time before I get to work." Twilight admitted putting bright looks on her friends faces. That brought lots of smiles to there faces and then Applejack turned to Spike. "Hey Spike. How's about you join us? We got room for one more." Applejack offered. "I would but I'm too tired. I had to help Twilight all day and I seriously need rest. But maybe another time." Spike answered. "Oh are you sure Spike?" Rarity asked. "Yes. I want to rest up. Please." Spike said. "Sorry about this, Spike." Twilight apologized. "Oh no it's ok, Twilight. Somepony's gotta keep the place in shape for you after all." Spike explained with a forced smile. "Well suit yourself sugarcube." Applejack said as the six left the castle. Once they left, Spike's forced smile faded and he looked down sighing. He laid down on the bed and sighed in sadness. Throughout his whole life he was missing every fun event that there was in Equestria. All because Twilight had him clean the castle and even though he wanted to help out deep down he knew that he wanted to actually have fun for once and not be an arrend dragon. "Man I wish that I could actually see what it's like to be in a fun event and have a good time. And not be in the castle just cleaning all day." Spike said. Then he heard a knock on the door and went to answer it. He opened the door and saw a letter on the ground. He picked it up and took it in. He opened it and read what it said. Dear Princess Twilight Sparkle, We regret to inform you that we won't be performing at the Friendship Festival in a week. Reason why is our lead singer caught a cold and we need to take care of him. So were terribly sorry for the delay but we can't perform if he's sick. So we promise to perform when he's feeling better. Signed Rock Wing. "Oh man if Twilight heard that the Quintet Flyers weren't coming then she would freak out. But wait. What if I went to find another band to take their place? Yeah then I will have to be joined in the Friendship Festival!!" Spike thought. So he got out a piece of paper and a quill and wrote a message to Twilight so she'll know where he headed off to. Once he finished he left the Castle of Friendship and went off looking for a band. But so far he has no luck. Then suddenly he found something very interesting. It was a molten rock pipe with lava cracks and looked ominous. "Whoa. This looks creepy. But maybe I can find a band in their. Since no other bands in Ponyville what to volunteer." Spike said. Leaving him no other choice he climbed on the pipe and it took him to a world he will soon discover when he encounters some turtle like creatures. > Meeting Bowser and The Koopas > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Coming out of the pipe he saw a lava land and volcanoes were everywhere. And what caught his attention was a huge castle built in the lava and it was massive! It even had a scary looking face on it. Spike wondered how it got there and went to the entrance. Once there he saw a turtle like creature at the gate wearing dark blue armor carrying a hammer. "Hey. Who's goes there?" He said. "Now at ease. I didn't come for harm but I was wondering if I can head in to see if their was a band I could talk to for the Friendship Festival." Spike answered. "You got a name?" He asked. "Spike. Spike the Dragon." "Funny. We have minions named that. Wait here." He responded. He went in the door and closed it. Spike waited for ten minutes til he came out again. "Yeah we got a band. And they never heard anything about this Friendship Festival. But they are willing to make any concerts anywhere." The turtle said. "Well can I talk to them?" Spike asked. "Yeah. Follow me." The turtle said as he opened the door and allowed Spike to come in. He walked with him in the hallway of this castle and he liked how it was made. And there were a bunch of turtle like creatures and other creatures looking at him curiously. Spike got a little uncomfortable with that. "Relax. They haven't seen a dragon like you so they'll get used to it. Plus all the Koopas and other residents of Bowser never really get any guests in the Darklands. Were almost there." The Koopa said. They continued walking and after eight pairs of pillars, and behind a red curtain, the throne came. It had smaller pillars of its own going around on either side, and it was atop some steps, which the rug come over and stopped right where the throne was. It was a golden color and made of stone, the bottom part looked like it was made of bricks of sorts. Is it stone or dyed concrete, he wondered, and the tops of the arms were circular at the ends and higher than the rest, made of metal. He could make out a circular top to the throne, with nine spikes with black edges. And sitting on it, was something reminiscent of the Koopas, but he was bigger, even taller than the tallest unicorns he had seen plus their horns! The scales on the sides of his torso, his arms, his legs, and his spiked tail were a golden color with a muddy brown tint on them, yet they shined like the Crystal Heart had once did before it was curropted! His belly was covered in light beige plating, and had a white rim around his shell like the Koopas did, but his forest green shell had ten spikes on them. His feet were not the toed feet she had, but were clawed, as were his hands, which had three fingers and a thumb instead of four and a thumb. On his greenish-brown head, above his muzzle, sat a set of marvelous horns and a mane of bright red hair, complete with bushy eyebrows. Beneath his eyes, which were as red as the brightest fire ruby she saw, was the power and might of a powerful warlord with years of experience behind him, and a fortunate bit of a soft side for children behind as well. He continued looking at Spike as the Koopa with him moved Spike up the stairs before stopping just a few meters before stopping and bowing. And next to him was three other Koopas in rock and roll gear. One had spiked shoulder pads, paint on his face and knees and red hair, the second had magenta spiked hair, and the third had orange and purple striped spiked hair wearing a cape. They looked at Spike with interest. "Greetings young drake. I have been told that you were coming here to see if my greatest band The Blazing Koopas would attend your Friendship Festival?" The lead Koopa said in a deep voice. "Yes sir. I'm Spike. And you are?" He asked. "I am Bowser. The King of the Koopas. And these three guys are Flame, Rockpunk, and Blazer. They are the Blazing Koopas and I'm one of their singers." He answered. "Oh ok. Well I can tell your busy so I'll just go." Spike said. "Hang on little drake. You said that you want us to perform at a Friendship Festival right? Well how would you like to join the Blazing Koopas and see what we can do?" Rockpunk asked. "Me in your band? That's a generous offer but I think you need me to prove it don't you?" Spike wondered. "You catch on quick. Yes. Before we can make you a member of The Blazing Koopas there's something you need to do. We want you to sing and try and enjoy the beat. Cause it just so happens that we need another singer." Flame explained. "Do that and your wish is granted." Bowser stated. "Ok. I can do that. And I actually have been writing a song. It's about a hippo and a dinosaur combined into one becoming a hippodactyl. You probably think it's stupid." Spike answered. "No. Show us the lyrics and we'll see." Blazer insisted. He gave him the lyrics and they looked at them seeing what he wrote and were impressed. "Spike. This is actually pretty good. Why don't we go ahead and sing that song?" Flame asked. Everyone agreed and they all went to the recording studio and they got their instruments ready. Blazer was on the drums, Rockpunk was on lead guitar, and Flame had a bass guitar. And of course Spike was gonna sing with Bowser. "Ok. Roll it!" Bowser said. The Koopa on the camera begin rolling it. "Ok and action!!" Then they started playing the song and were rocking to the beat with Spike singing. The screen behind them begin turning into some footage of a hippo turning into a half mammal and half dinosaur hybrid and they were rocking away. Once they song was over all the Koopas and Spike were happy that they got to heard him sing. Even Bowser was impressed. "Well Spike. You definitely showed that you can sing well. Boys? Make him a member of your band and I will see about getting in touch with the ruler of this Equestria. Were gonna be performing a big Bowser Bash there!!" Bowser replied and left. Spike was so happy that he was now a member of the band as the Blazing Koopas got him in a rock and roll outfit. First Flame placed on a sleeveless black leather jacket, next Rockpunk placed some spiked wristbands and knee pads, and finally Blazer placed some sunglasses and a chain with a ruby on his neck. "There you are brother. Welcome to the Blazing Koopas." Flame smiled. "Thanks guys. Now I know Twilight will happy to hear that I got and I'm In a cool band!" Spike said. "You sure are! Come little bro. Let's go show you what the Blazing Koopas have got to offer." Rockpunk smiled. So the The Blazing Koopas led Spike to see all the treasures they have during their time as a band throughout the years. Meanwhile Bowser had a wicked smirk on his face walking away from the door meaning his has an evil plan in mind. > The Call and Meeting > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bowser walked through the halls of his of his castle all the way to the throne room. Once there he was face to face with a Koopa in a blue robe and wand wearing glasses. His name was Kamek. And he had something to tell Bowser. "Excuse me your Nastiness." Kamek said. "What do you want Kamek?" Bowser asked. "A report on our scaly friend that I think you be interested. The Blazing Koopas have informed me that he came from Ponyville where a bunch of ponies rely on friendship. And that throughout the years they stopped bad guys that tried to take over that castle in a place called Canterlot." Kamek informed. "Really? What's your point?" Bowser said annoyed. "Well sire. I know you tried taking over the Flower Kingdom a while back and failed with Mario foiling the last show...." Kamek said. Bowser got enraged and slammed his fists on the ground. "Don't mention that stupid plumber's name!! I'm still sore after what he did!!!!" Bowser yelled. "I know sire but I was thinking that maybe for this show we could perform in Ponyville and take control of that place. Since Mario is not protecting Ponyville it should be easy." Kamek finished. Bowser thought about it for a while and he had to admit that trying to take over the Mushroom Kingdom was getting a little stale since Mario keeps foiling his plans. So maybe a little change in kingdom takeover would be nice to do. "Hmm. You may have a point Kamek. All right. We'll go with your idea. Tell the troops to get a meeting started and make sure the Blazing Koopas are practicing. They'll need all the time they need in order for the plan to work." Bowser replied. "Yes sir. What will your plan be?" Kamek asked. "Oh you'll find out in the meeting. But in the meantime I gotta make a little call and book us a gig for this 'Ponyville'." Bowser answered. He left heading into the room leaving Kamek alone to do his job. Meanwhile in Canterlot we see the ruler herself Celestia taking a nice relaxing bath trying to melt away the stress from trying to find a replacement band since The Quintet Flyers won't attend. Then a guard with a phone came to her. "Umm. Sorry to interrupt your bath your Highness but you have a phone call." The guard said. "Thank you for letting me know. I hope this is something good." Celestia thanked. She took the phone and we see that Bowser was calling on the other line. "Hello. Am I speaking to the ruler of Equestria herself?" Bowser asked. "Yes. I'm Princess Celestia and I was currently taking a bath. Who is it that I'm speaking to?" Celestia wondered. "This is Bowser. King of the Koopas. Sorry to interrupt your little bathtime but I think I have something I think you wanna hear." Bowser said. "Well I'm very busy with the Friendship Festival. But what is it you wish to tell me?" Celestia asked. "I just thought that maybe you needed a band for this little event of yours. Well lucky for you I happened to be in a band called the Blazing Koopas and we don't have any other shows booked so I was wondering if maybe Ponyville was accepting any gigs?" Bowser explained. Celestia perked her head up and was in shock. "You actually have a band and are willing to help us?" Celestia asked. "Yes. Just sit back, relax, set up a time and we'll be there in the speed of light." Bowser assured. "Well Twilight told me that The Quintet Flyers won't make it because of their lead singer being sick. So we got no other choice. Alright you have a deal. Be here at Ponyville by tomorrow and don't delay." Celestia said. "We'll be there. Thank you." Bowser said as he hung up. Celestia placed the phone down and continued to relax in the tub. Back at Bowser Castle we see the king walking down the halls again and heading to the throne room where the meeting was held. In there were a whole lot of minions talking to each other. They continued on talking til they saw the boss walking on stairs and sitting on the throne. Once he did that he began to speak. "My army!! Koopas! Goombas!! Shy Guys!! Bob-ombs!! Magikoopas!!! Army Bros!! Boos!! And Sniffits!!! After years of trying to take over the Mushroom Kingdom we have always got bested by that stupid Mario!!" Bowser yelled. The crowd roared in anger. "But that changes now!! For we have a new kingdom to conquer!!" Bowser replied. The crowd shouted in excitement. "Thanks to our little dragon friend we know that the kingdom he's from is Equestria! Soon we will arrive at the kingdom of ponies!!" Bowser added. "Yeah!!" The crowd said. "Where over there they only rely on friendship and that sickens me!! Well I will change that perspective by playing with the Blazing Koopas and turning all of Equestria into a Big Bowser Bash!!!" Bowser declared. "Yeah!!!" The crowd roared. "So what's your plan to take over Equestria your Evilness?" A Hammer Bro asked. "I'm glad you asked. First once we arrive in Equestria well will act like nothing's up. While were doing that I will send out a team of Ninja Koopas to retrieve some powerful artifacts we may need. Next once we have them in our possession we will attach them to our equipment to activate their power. And finally once we have everything ready then comes my favorite part." Bowser explained. "And what would your favorite part be?" A Boo asked. "That's playing in the band and mind controlling all the ponies and turning all of Equestria into a Blazing Bowser Bash!! Once we do that we will take over Equestria and nothing can stop us!!!" Bowser finished. The crowd cheered and roared in excitement. "All of you! Pack all the equipment, merch, and prepare yourselves for the best Bowser Bash ever!! ITS GONNA ROCK!!" Bowser yelled. The minions all were excited and prepared to pack everything up tor the trip to Equestria and for Bowser to put his evil plan in action. What will Spike do if he founds out? > Twilight Worried and The Trip > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Back in Ponyville we see Twilight who was crying a little. Reason why his because her scheduled band the Quintet Flyers were not gonna make it and Spike was missing. But he left a note saying that he went off to find a band to replace the The Quintet Flyers. Her friends saw the upset state she's in and wanted to see if she is okay. "Are you okay Twi? You certainly don't look happy." Applejack asked. "Oh this is horrible!” Twilight added in worry. "First the Quintet Flyers wouldn't come because the lead singer is sick and Spike's gone!" "Spikey is gone?! But why is he gone?" Rarity worried. "I don't know. But I think it's all my fault! If I had just let him join the Friendship Festival he wouldn't have disappeared!!" Twilight cried. Then suddenly she tried calling him through her special communication device to see if he was ok. Then a portal appeared and saw Spike helping out some Koopas pack up for something. She smiled seeing that Spike was okay. "Spike! Spike over here!!" Twilight called out. He turned and saw them through the portal and smiled a little. "Hey Twilight. How you and the girls doing?" Spike asked. "Better now that we got in touch with you. Do you have any idea how worried I was?!" Twilight said. "Sorry Twi but I was trying to see if there was a band that can take the Quintet Flyers place for the Friendship Festival. Lucky for me I managed to find one here." Spike explained. "And what band is that? And what's with the clothing your wearing?" Applejack wondered. "It's what my bandmates have me wearing. And it's a good look. Also the band I found is called The Blazing Koopas. Bowser the king of this place booked a gig in Ponyville so were coming to town to perform." Spike added. "The Blazing Koopas? That's a new band. And you are in that band?" Rainbow wondered. "Exactly! Since all Twilight has done was had me clean I decided to head out and find a band in hopes of actually joining a fun event. Well thanks to my Blazing Koopa buds they offered me something I can't resist." Spike answered. "Spike I know I shouldn't have been making you clean every time there was a fun event. But please give me another chance to show you that I really want you to have fun. P!ease?" Twilight begged. Spike thought about it til he had an answer. "Tell you what. When I get to Ponyville I don't wanna hear you saying that I need to clean again. Do that and we'll see. Okay?" Spike asked. "Okay. I promise Spike." Twilight smiled. "Hey Spike-O! Come on man we gotta pack up our instruments!" Rockpunk said. "Coming Rockpunk! Gotta go. See you later." Spike said as the portal disappeared. The girls smiled happy seeing that Spike was ok. And Pinkie was happy bouncing up and down hearing that Spike is performing in a band. "Ooh! This is so exciting!! Spike's performing in The Blazing Koopas!! I bet they'll make the best Friendship Festival EVER!!!" Pinkie cheered. "Yeah. But I'm not sure about this Bowser guy. Something seems off." Twilight thought. "Pff! You're overreacting! Spike's okay, he's gonna perform in a band later on during the festival, and we should be glad that he booked a gig in Ponyville so relax Twi." Rainbow replied. "I guess so." Twilight said. So the girls took Twilight out for a little fresh air and hope that it would make her feel better. But deep down she still was wondering why this Bowser guy would book a gig in Ponyville. Little did she know that later on he would put his evil plan in action once they arrived. Back at Bowser Castle we see all the minions packing the airships with all the equipment, the merchandise, the speakers and of course the instruments that the Blazing Koopas will need to do their big performance. With Spike he helped out Rockpunk place the last bit of equipment in the airship and they high fived for a job well done. "Nice work. That should be the last of the stuff." Rockpunk said. "I hope so cause that's a lot of things a band needs for a performance." Spike complimented. "Need I remind you Spike that a band needs a lot of equipment to assure that our performances are the best in the music world?" Blazer reminded him. "Point taken." Spike admitted. Then Bowser came in with some sunglasses on. And carrying a microphone in his claw. "So boys? Is everything packed and ready to go? Because this Bowser Bash in Ponyville is gonna be the biggest one we ever did." Bowser asked. "Yes Bowser everything is all ready." Spike answered. "Good. And I hope the same can be said for the others." Bowser replied. Then Kamek appeared with a look on his face. "Umm my leige? May I have a word with you?" Kamek asked. "Yes. Blazing Koopas? Go head in the airship and I will be right there. It won't take long." Bowser said. He and Kamek headed to a room where they can discuss and Spike along with the Blazing Koopas headed in the airship and waited for Bowser to aboard. In the other room Bowser and Kamek were at a table and had to talk about something. "Alright Kamek this better be important." Bowser warned. "It is. I did some research on this Equestria and found out that a different team of heroes protect that land and no it's not Mario." Kamek started. "Oh really? And what would those heroes be?" Bowser asked. "According to my calculations they are all equines of some kind. Some of them had wings, some had horns, and some don't have any of them and only four of them have both. They were of many different colors, and they are all ponies in a way." Kamek explained. "Ponies? BWAHAHAHAHA!! Ok that is the most ridiculous thing I ever heard! How can ponies be these so called heroes of this Equestria?! They couldn't find hay in a haystack!!" Bowser laughed. "You may say that now sire. But I did some research on them and found out that they don't mess around when they fight evil. Back in the days they faced many villains. Including an evil ailcorn planning to make the night eternal, A weird combination of different animals making chaos, A shape-shifting queen that once almost wrecked A wedding, A shadow king from taking a empire of crystal, A centaur that stole lots of magic from everyone, and lots more. If they figure out what were planning then the whole Bowser Bash would be ruined." Kamek finished. Bowser stopped laughing and noticed that Kamek was serious. If they were discovered of their plan then conquering Equestria won't be a walk in the park. "Hmm. These ponies. Do they have names and how did they become a team?" Bowser asked. "Yes the names are Twilight Sparkle, Applejack, Pinkie Pie, Rarity, Rainbow Dash, and Fluttershy. I believe that Twilight started this team when she arrived in Ponyville sometime ago. At first she wasn't in the mood for making friends but then met these five. I think they may be up to something sire." Kamek answered. "If they are then I'm not threatened." Bowser said. He then lifted a table and slammed it into Kamek's face as he yelled in pain and came out of the rubble. Bowser was furious that a group of ponies could be planning to stop him. "FIND OUT WHO THEY ARE AND WHAT THEY'RE PLANNING!!!!" Bowser yelled. "Yes sire! Once we arrive in Equestria I will see about discovering the plan of them! I will have the information you need once I finish my lord!" Kamek said and took off. "YOU BETTER! BECAUSE I WILL NOT HAVE A BUNCH OF PONIES RUINING MY BOWSER BASH!!!!" Bowser yelled. Kamek ran fast as he could and boarded the giant airship and waited for Bowser's command for when they will take off for Equestria. Then Bowser came out of the room and boarded the ship with Spike and the Blazing Koopas in it and sat down in his throne. "Hey Boss. You got everything sorted out?" Flame asked. "Yes. And now that it's out of the way we can finally head out and prepare ourselves for the Bowser Bash in Ponyville." Bowser answered. "Good. I'm glad that this performance will be the greatest thing happening for Equestria. And did you say Bowser Bash? You do realize that it's the Friendship Festival were celebrating right?" Spike wondered. "I know that! When I said Bowser Bash I meant that's the show were performing. Make sense?" Bowser asked. "Yeah that's make a bunch more sense now." Spike admitted. "Good." Bowser said as he grabbed a microphone and spoke. "Attention troops. This is your captain speaking. We have completed our checks, everyone has everything packed up, you all got your seatbelts on and were requesting permission to take off. Thank you for choosing Air Bowser and please stay seated as he prepare for takeoff to reach our destination." Then he put the microphone up and the airships started to take to the skies. The lead one with the band inside began moving heading to Equestria and the others followed behind. Ponyville better be ready because Bowser and his band are coming to town. And to also take over their world. > Arriving and Plan in Action > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- In Ponyville we see all the ponies making their final preparations for the Friendship Festival. But suddenly the ponies looked up to the sky and saw what they believed to be storm clouds in the sky. Twilight did not look happy about this development. "Storm clouds? I ordered perfect weather! Rainbow Dash?!" Twilight asked frantically. Rainbow looked nervously towards her friend. "Uh... I... don't think those are storm clouds." Rainbow replied. "Ooh! I bet those are the clowns I ordered! Or better yet the band's here!" Pinkie Pie said excitedly. As the airships landed, one of them landed and the walkway lowered to the ground and crushed a balloon animal instantly. "Brian, no!" Party Favor yelled in anguish. From the top of the walkway we see Spike, Bowser and the Blazing Koopas coming down and the ponies stared at this new comer. "Where is this Celestia? I demand to speak to her about the show we are gonna do here!" Bowser said. The ponies were all confused at what Bowser said. Then the royal princesses landed on the front of the crowd and spoke with Bowser. ''Bowser, is it?'' Celestia said. ''I was glad you were able to come here. And is that Spike with you?" "Yes. For we made him a member of the band. Now we were told that here in Ponyville is where we are gonna do our big Bowser Bash. Which is the name of the show." Rockpunk replied. "Yes. The stage is all ready for you." Celestia mentioning the stage. "Excellent. Although I think a little redecorating is in order. Not to worry. We'll have that stage fixed up and we'll be ready to rock. MINIONS! Get the stuff and get busy!!" Bowser demanded. Soon more walkways on more airships were opening and everyone was getting the stuff and headed to the stage for a little remodeling. Most of them carried all the equipment while others had paint cans for a new paint job. Twilight who saw the Koopas coming here was confused. "Excuse me sir. Um what are you doing?" Twilight asked. "We were required to remodel this stage for the Blazing Koopas. So if you'll excuse us we got a job to do." The red Paratroopa said. So Twilight left and saw the Koopas getting rid of any of the friendship stuff on the stage and started to remodel a bit. She then saw Spike and went to him. "Spike. I'm happy that you are playing in a band later on but don't you think we can leave the stage as it is?" Twilight asked. "Sorry Twi if they need to remodel then I can't go against them. Also I think you would like the Blazing Koopas. They started setting up stands for selling their merchandise." Spike answered. He pointed out seeing the stands that were built and they were starting to sell the merch. "Well I'm just not sure about all this. I think this Bowser is up to no good." Twilight worried. "Come on Twilight. You can't just say that they are bad guys when you don't know what they done. Now let's go regroup with the girls and talk about the show. You'll love it." Spike assured. Twilight nodded and they headed off to regroup. Meanwhile Bowser saw what Spike did and he smirked evily knowing that his plan was working. He then pulled out a walkie talkie and spoke. "Ninja Koopa Clan. I need you five to sneak in the castle and see if you can get some relics that might provide useful. We need this Bowser Bash to be the best for taking over." Bowser said. Hiding in the bushes in Canterlot was five Koopas wearing ninja outfits with a symbol on the chest. "Were on it master. We'll get the job done." The leader said as he put away the walkie talkie. "Alright boys. Let's go get what the master wishes." Soon the five Koopa Ninjas began sneaking their way in the castle like actual ninjas and taking out the guards. Once they headed in they looked for the vault that carried the most powerful relics. They found the door but a guard was blocking it. Then one Koopa Ninja took down a sleeping smoke bomb and threw it at him putting him in a sleeping state. They smirked under the masks and quickly snuck in the vault. Inside they saw all sorts of relics that might provide useful. The leader took his walkie talkie out and spoke. "Master. We found the relics." The leader said. "Good. Now take the ones you think will provide useful for the Bowser Bash. Once you do bring them to the staff." Bowser ordered. "Copy that master." The leader responded putting it away. So the Koopa Ninja Clan looked at the different relics and needed to found out which ones will be useful. One of them took a ruby skull, another took two mind controlling diamonds, and the third had a special chip that can be placed in a microphone for them to be controlled. "Nice work boys. Now let's go get them to the staff.” The leader said “Yes sensai.” The ninjas said in unison. So the ninja Koopas placed the relics in their shells and quietly snuck their way out of the castle and once they did they ran fast as they could out of Canterlot. Then they arrived in Ponyville and gave the staff the relics and they thanked them and continued working on the stage. They went to Bowser and told him the good news on their plan. “We got the relics and gave the staff them. Your plan to rule the world will be victorious boss.” The leader said. “Excellent work Koopa Ninja Clan. Now we’re sure to conquer Equestria. Return to the airship and rest up for tonight.” Bowser said. They did what he asked them to do and Kamek came right next to him. “My liege. If those ponies catch something missing in the vault of the castle they’ll know something is wrong.” Kamek reminded him. “How bout you relax? Spike is keeping them busy as we speak. But if you really want to make sure that nothing ruins our plans for the Bowser Bash then you can deal with it.” Bowser said. “Alright sire. But I still think we should deal with Twilight before things get out of control.” Kamek added. “You know what? Yeah. This Twilight might get a little suspicious since she happens to be the leader of her team. Kamek. When everyone is heading to the show…..trap her in the airship.” Bowser said evilly. “Yes sire. But what if her friends?” Kamek asked. “Oh they won’t be too much trouble. Once they are under our control from the music all of Equestria will be a Big Bowser Bash. And the throne for Equestria will be mine for the taking.” Bowser answered. The two smirked evilly and prepared the next phase of their plan. Kidnap Twilight and put everyone under their full mind control once they perform tonight. > The Final Preparations > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- After when the Ninja Koopa Clan completed their task the stage was 90% complete. The Koopas building it saw Bowser coming along and he wanted to hear how it was coming along. But before he could the princesses came and said a few words. "Bowser. I just wanted to say thank you for filling in for the Quintet Flyers. It really means a lot." Celestia smiled. "Oh your welcome. And I certainly hope you enjoy the show when it's fully ready." Bowser said. "Um speaking of the stage. Why exactly did you needed to remodel it? Shouldn't it be okay the way it was?" Luna asked. "Now sister I admit that I had that feeling too. But Bowser and his band have a certain style and they wanted to keep that ok? Besides it's only one night." Celestia reminded her. "Alright. But after this change it back." Luna told him. Bowser could only nod his head yes and walked his way to the stage. Once there the Koopas stopped working and had a little chat with the boss. "Hey minions. Nice job on building the stage. Is everything ready for tonight?" Bowser asked. "Almost. But they relics are in the equipment and ready to make the ponies our rock and roll slaves. The ruby skull is in the forehead of the Bowser symbol. The diamonds are plugged in the speakers for the mind control, and we placed the chip in the microphone so whenever you sing everyone will obey and listen to every word you say. And right now we are currently trying to get the machine with the Super Star in place." The blue shelled Koopa said. Soon as he said that the machine was in place and they actived it so when the music plays the machine will operate. "Excellent work. Soon all of Equestria will become a Big Bowser Bash and we'll soon make the universe our captive audience! And no one will stop us!!" Bowser laughed. "No. I won't let you." Bowser turned around and saw Twilight who managed to hear everything he said. "So you know my plan huh? How long were you easedropping?" Bowser asked. "Long enough to hear that you were planning to take over. Well I'm not gonna let that happen. Me and my friends will stop you with the magic of friendship. And once Spike hears this he will be out of your band." Twilight said determined. Bowser only laughed at her comment. "You really think he's gonna know that? Hmm? He doesn't know a thing about it. And plus he's our missing piece to complete the plan. And don't worry about your little friends. We'll take real good care of them. And we have a little secret you may wanna consider." Bowser replied. "What's that?" Twilight asked. Then the Blazing Koopas came in front of her. "Easy. That chain with the ruby we gave him has a special effect on it. Once the music starts playing he will be under a spell. Don't worry it won't harm him. He'll just be a little mean to the bone when he plays. And he will make sure that you don't ruin this night for him." Rockpunk answered. "Don't do anything to Spike you monsters!" Twilight yelled. But then two Paratroopas grabbed her and two Fly Guys prevented her from attacking Bowser. "Let me go!" Twilight demanded. "I don't take orders from the like of you. Besides your nothing but a weak little pony without your friends. And once the Bowser Bash begins the party will never stop." Bowser smirked. "You won't get away with this!" Twilight said. "Oh really? Cause from the looks of it I already have. Minions! Take her away!" Bowser commanded. They obeyed his command and took Twilight to the airship. Once there they got to Kamek and he used his magic to create a magic-proof cage. They the Paratroopas threw her in and the Fly Guys closed the gate and locked it. They left leaving Kamek all alone with the princess. "I hope you enjoy your little room princess. Because you're gonna be here for a while. Guards! Make sure she doesn't escape." Kamek said. Then right on cue, two burly, yellow-scaled turtles with a green shell walked in, and took each side guarding the cage. Kamek disappeared to get ready to watch the show while all Twilight can do is sit in gloom. Bowser was gonna take over the world with the music. But then she realized that maybe she can try to receive help from someone who's not from Equestria. So using her magic quietly she saw a vision of a short, pudgy man has a large nose, black-ragged mustache, blue eyes, and dark brown hair. Its attire consists of white gloves, brown shoes, a red shirt, with a large matching red cap (With a red “M” in a white circle in front of the hat), and gold buttons on his blue overalls. By the looks of this man, he appears to be a plumber. And next to him was a tall lanky man with blue eyes, a black smooth mustache and large nose, dressed in the same manner as the shorter man. Except his overalls are a darker blue, while his shirt and cap are green, complete with a green “L” in a white circle on his hat. She saw what they can do and as it turns out they fought Bowser from time and time again. She smiled knowing that these two are who she needs to stop him. "Yes. They are the ones to help. Time to call upon these Mario Brothers." Twilight smiled. So she quietly used her magic to send them a message and in hopes of them saving her. Watch out Bowser! The Marios are coming! > Start Of The Show and Rescue > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Nighttime came in and we see all the ponies buying the merchandise and trying it on. Then they showed a security Koopa their tickets and they entered to watch the big performance. Even all of Twilight's friends were allowed in and some were wearing the merch. Now Rarity wasn't much of a rock and roll fan but her friends insisted that she come. But the most excited out of all of them was Rainbow. "Girls I am so pumped for this show! I wonder what songs The Blazing Koopas are gonna play? Maybe some crazy rock and roll songs!" Rainbow replied. "Rainbow. Of course they will play rock and roll songs! I mean they look like rock and roll players." Pinkie said. "Um girls? I noticed Twilight isn't here? You think maybe she didn't want to come and see Spike play in the band?" Fluttershy asked. "He'll be disappointed when he sees that she's not here. But I'm hoping she'll make it." Rarity hoped. "I don't think she'll have enough time to make it. Cause the show starts in like ten minutes and I don't think she'll make it." Rainbow replied. "Well maybe we can give her a CD when it's over. That way she'll have something to listen to." Pinkie suggested. "I guess so Pinkie. I am excited for the show but it's not as fun without Twilight here. Well I guess we'll just have to take pictures so we can show her the excitement." Applejack said. The girls all agreed and waited for the show to begin. Then after ten minutes a Koopa announcer came on stage and prepared to open up the show. The audience saw him and clapped. "Alright thank you all for coming tonight. Before we begin I just wanna remind everyone that there's no smoking, no fighting, and no stealing allowed. This is a fun event and we want everyone to have a great time tonight. Now without further ado please welcome Bowser and the Blazing Koopas!!!" He announced. Then the curtains rised and they see Bowser and the Blazing Koopas with their instruments in hand as the audience applauded and cheered for them. "Thank you! Thank you very much! Whoo! It's great being here tonight! Because you're all gonna hear some crazy rock and roll songs that will knock your feet off!" Rockpunk started. "And our special guest Spike is gonna help us rock through the night! Are you dragon rocker?" Blazer asked. "I sure am! We hope your ready Ponyville cause this night is just getting started! So Bowser what song are we gonna sing first?" Spike wondered. "I'm glad you asked Spike! I'm thinking we can get the crowd pumped up by having them hear my blazing beats!! And this song we'll all sing is called Knucklefest!!" Bowser answered. "I like that! Okay hit it guys!!" Flame said. After he said that everyone started playing and Bowser started singing as the relics in the equipment did they're job. (Play it twice so Bowser gets the crowd pumped! And stop at 1:58 after the second time.) Soon as they were playing the ponies all started being placed under his control. Then they started dancing and Bowser was commanding them to dance along and they obeyed. While that was happening the ruby on Spike's chain began glowing and his eyes glowed under his sunglasses. Then they repeated the lyrics again so they can make sure that the crowd is pumped for the show. After the second time he sang the Blazing Koopas posed and everyone cheered. "Thank you! Now your feeling pumped up for the show! Now let's REALLY tear the house down!!" Bowser yelled. Meanwhile outside one of the airships the Koopas were knocked out by a stomp on each of their heads. Then two beings landed and kicked the door open. They were the Super Mario Brothers! Mario and Luigi! The two burly turtles saw them and were super angry. "Mario?! Luigi?! What are you two doing here?!" One of them asked. "We have-a come to stop the Bowser! Now release the princess for prepare for the wrath of-a the Super Mario Brothers!!" Mario answered. "Oh yeah? Try and stop us!" The other one said. They charged into battle and the Marios first punched them making the helmets come off. Then enraged they ran towards the brothers and they jumped and landed on their heads instantly knocking them out and they threw the turtles out. Then they went to Twilight's cage and grabbed the key and got her out. She came out and hugged them for rescuing her. "Oh thank you! I take it that your the heroes that came to save Equestria?" Twilight asked. “Yes!” Mario greets in a loud friendly, cheerful tone. “So nice to meet-a you! It’s-a me, Mario!” “I’m-a Luigi, number one!” Luigi followed. “And I’m-a his brother!” "And together we are the Super Mario Brothers!!" Mario finished. "Well it's very nice to meet you Mario Brothers. I'm Twilight Sparkle the Princess of Friendship. And I need your help. My home is in grave danger." She said. "Mama mia!! What's seems to be the danger-a Princess Twilight?" Mario asked. "Well today is our Friendship Festival and I was originally supposed to have the Quintet Flyers perform but their lead singer is sick. So then Celestia informed me that a new band was taking their place. Bowser and the Blazing Koopas. Then I had a feeling that he was planning something evil. Turns out he was! He convinced Spike to join the band and when I overheard his conservation he must have stolen a few relics from the Canterlot Vault and now he's using the show to take over my home. So I called you two to help me stop Bowser before it's too late." Twilight explained. The Mario Brothers took some time to process everything that she said and knowing Bowser he always had a evil scheme planned. "We should have-a known that Bowser is always up to his evil tricks again." Mario sighed. "Yeah. He's always done this in the Mushroom Kingdom and there's no doubt that he's done this in other kingdoms too. But never fear princess! You called the right guys!" Luigi added. "We will help you stop the Bowser and rescue everyone in Equestria! You have our word princess." Mario said. Twilight smiled hearing that the Marios are more than willing to help her stop Bowser and his evil band before all of Equestria becomes a never ending Bowser Bash. "Thank you Mario Brothers. Now let's go save my home and my friends." Twilight declared. And so Twilight and the Mario Brothers went off to Ponyville to stop Bowser and his evil band. Can they do it or will all of Equestria be under his command? > Bowser's Fury Song > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Back with Bowser and the Blazing Koopas they were rocking it out til they finished another song. The audience was still under their control as they clapped for the band. "Thank you everyone! Now it is often said that I get angry a lot. Well there is some truth to that. But luckily this raging beast has a song that will show you just how my rage can really be!!" Bowser said. Suddenly Kamek flew in front of them. "My liege! Sorry to interrupt your big performance but I bring urgent news. The Mario Brothers are here, freed Twilight and are heading our way!!" Kamek replied. "MARIO?!" Bowser shouted as he saw the brothers and the princess coming. "So you think you can ruin my Bowser Bash? I don't think so!!" "Bowser should we play this song? Bowser's Fury?" Rockpunk asked. "Actually yes!" Bowser answered. "Now listen up everyone! The Blazing Koopas need your help! With Spike playing his sick guitar we need you to go and destroy the Mario Brothers!! And we'll do it under Bowser's Fury!!!" After he said that he pointed to the machine with the Super Star and on that cue it was actived and blasted a beam of red energy in the sky and turned it sickly red. Then the audience faced the incoming heroes and charged into battle and The Blazing Koopas began their next song. With the heroes they saw the swarm of mind controlled ponies and Twilight was scared. But the Mario Brothers we're not. They got in battle positions and prepared to fight them. They started off by jumping on their heads and stunned them a little. Then they tried giving them a Super Mario punch but that wouldn't break them free from his control. Luigi put on a brave face and trying attacking them and doing parkour. He even took out a Fire Flower and used it's ability to try and burn them to break them free but that didn't work either. Twilight decided to help by using her magic to try and reserve the spell on the ponies but even that wasn't working. "It's no use! Nothing we try seems to be working! All the ponies are still under Bowser's control!!" Twilight worried. "Or maybe we need to take out the machine that's running!!" Luigi said pointing at the machine. "That's what's causing the ponies to be under Bowser's control! So if we break the machine then Bowser won't control them!" "Good idea! But it's too high up! How can you get there?" Twilight asked. "Easy princess! We'll use this Rainbow Star to get up there! You try and hold them off long enough for us to destroy the machine!!" Mario answered pulling out a rainbow star. So the brothers actived it's power and they both were glowing rainbow colors and when they ran they both were leaving a rainbow trail. The mind controlled ponies saw them and tried attacking only for the Mario Brothers to run super fast past them and fell down for the Rainbow Star made them invincible. They ran fast to the top of the stage and saw the machine. They knew what had to be done but before they could destroy it a group of mind controlled pegasi came in front of them. The Mario Brothers knew that Bowser always had backup bit that won't stop them from foiling his evil plan. So they charged into another battle and attacked the pegasi. Due to the Rainbow Star making the Marios invincible the pegasi were easily defeated. Then they started attacking the machine and with each hit they started cracking it and Luigi delivered they final blow and instantly destroyed it. The beam disappeared and the Blazing Koopas noticed it when the sky turned back into the normal night sky and then when Bowser sang the final lyrics the Marios stomped on his head and he fell off the stage and fell down. He got up and growled seeing the Marios. "You pesky plumbers!!! Trying to ruin my Bowser Bash like that huh?! I guess we'll just have to give the audience a fight AND another song to see and hear!!" Bowser said enraged. "All right Bowser! Surrender yourself, cancel the Bowser Bash and let Spike go!!" Twilight demanded. "I don't think so! See Spike here is gonna perform another song for us as you face your own friends!!" Bowser smirked. At the same time all of Twilight's friends came to the heroes along with Spike and the Blazing Koopas floating on jetpack platforms. Spike removed his sunglasses revealing his red eyes. Twilight gasped seeing him still under his control. "But the Mario Brothers destroyed your machine! How are my friends still under your control?!" Twilight said panicking. "Simple 'princess' even though the Stupid Marios destroyed my machine they forgot that as along as I'm singing in this microphone all the ponies can still be under my power!!! And now it's time for your adventure to come to an end!!" Bowser yelled. The heroes could only prepare for the worst as they took their battle positions. > The 2nd Song Battle: Adventure's End > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- The heroes and The Blazing Koopas all looked at each other with anger in their eyes and Twilight had to free her friends from Bowser's control fast. Then Bowser pulled out a special potion glowing dreamy rainbow colors. "So you Marios wanna fight in my next song? Then let's battle dreamy style!!" Bowser yelled. He drank the entire potion to the last drop and threw the beaker to the ground. Then a cloud of rainbow clouds began forming around him and then a blast of rainbow light blasted straight out of him engulfing him and starting his transformation. The light grew brighter and all we see is a white screen. Then when the light died down we see Bowser in his dreamy form like the one he used back on Pillio Island. Twilight was scared out of her wits and then he engulfed her friends in rainbow flames as they gained dreamy forms too. "Oh no! He's transformed! And my friends look like they wanna fight me!! Can you help me Mario Brothers?" Twilight asked. "We sure can! We taken his form back on Pillio Island and we can do it again!" Luigi answered. "Oh really? Well I got so much power now that I can do anything I want!!! Twilight. This world, your home, all of it is MINE!!! And you guys are COOKED!!" Bowser said. After he said that the Blazing Koopas and Spike began their next song. As Bowser sang he used the dreamy power to summon dreamy minions and pointed at the heroes commanding them to attack the trio. The trio all started fighting them along with taking down the dreamy mind controlled Mane Five. Mario and Luigi used lots of power ups to weaken the dreamy Mane Five like Ice and Fire Flowers, Mega Mushrooms which helped a lot crushing Bowser's dreamy minions, and Gold Flowers which really came in handy to stun the Mane Five for a little while but the big question was how were they supposed to free Twilight's friends from Bowser's dreamy control? "Alrighty! We stunned them. So we have a chance!!" Mario said. "That's great Mario!! But there's one problem. Bowser said that as long as he's singing my friends are still under his control. So is there anyway to destroy that?" Twilight asked. "Yes! Luigi? Remember when we used the Zee Egg to take out Bowser back on Pillio Island?" Mario asked. "Yeah?" "Well I was thinking that we can use it again to take Bowser out and free Twilight's friends!!" Mario suggested. Luigi smiled and nodded agreeing to his brother's plan. He took out a Zee Egg and tossed it causing a rainbow bird to come out and the Marios and Twilight hopped on. The bird is the guardian figure of the Pi'illo Kingdom, who helped them take down a bat king named Antasma many thousands of years before the events of Bowser. The Zeekeeper flew them into space as Bowser continued singing. In space the bird actived a Wakebeam as the Marios and Twilight used hammers and magic to make the beam come down faster. Heck even the Marios still heard the song and decided to add some lyrics of their own as they rode down to Bowser. We then see everyone singing to the song and it was really drawing out the feeling in the battle. And when Luigi sang the final lyrics the brothers and Twilight jumped off the beam as it crashed right into Bowser and the Mane Five zapping them and electrocuted them. The symbol on his chest cracked and exploded causing the form he took to exploded him and the Mane Five back to their true forms. A wave from the explosion caused the Blazing Koopas and Spike to be sent back to the stage and they crashed on it. Spike crashed into the stage wall and instantly destroyed the ruby on his chain and made him knocked out cold. The Mane Five all groaned clutching their heads as they picked themselves up. "Ow. What happened?" Rainbow asked. "Girls! You're okay! Oh I was so worried about you!!" Twilight smiled. "You were? Twi can you explain what happened to us?" Applejack wondered. "Long story girls. Bowser placed all of you under his control with his band and is planning to turn all of Equestria into a Bowser Bash." Twilight explained. "WHAT?!?" The Mane Five said in unison. "So this whole time the show he was performing was all an evil scheme to take over our world?!" Rainbow asked. "Yes Rainbow and not only that but he convinced Spike to join the band and Bowser used a ruby chain to get him to do his evil bidding." Twilight added. "That brute is controlling Spikey?! We gotta find him and make sure we get that chain off him!" Rarity worried. "Yeah we can't let that varmin get away with this!!" Applejack agreed. So the Mane Six and the Mario Brothers ran fast as they could to the stage where Spike was and hopefully get him to realize that what he's doing was wrong. But then Bowser woke up and saw the heroes heading to the stage and growled. He got up and ran after them. He then jumped high as he could. With the heroes they got on the stage and saw Spike's unconscious body. The girls were about to pick him up and carry him to safety......til Bowser landed in front of them breathing heavy and growling. "You pesky ponies and Mario bozos REALLY made me mad!! First you interfere in my Bowser Bash and now you knocked out my best singer!!!" Bowser yelled. "It's over Bowser!! Were putting a stop to your little show and you will surrender now!!" Twilight said. Then Bowser breathed fire on Twilight and she screamed in pain and after that Bowser punched her off the stage and the girls gasped seeing that. "TWILIGHT!!!" The girls said in unison. They turned and faced Bowser with angry looks on their faces. The Mario Brothers joined side by side and boy they were really pissed off. "You brute!! I simply can't believe you chose to brainwash our Spike, turn all of Equestria into a Bowser Bash and now you punched our friend!!" Rarity said. "You've gone too far Bowser!! Now you're gonna face all of us in this final battle!" Rainbow shouted. "Yeah!!" Everyone else said in unison. Bowser only chuckled at that. "You really think that im gonna cancel the show like that? Well your wrong!! Cause the grand finale is about to begin!! And this time you guys are the guests of dishonor!! You'll witness everything that you love dearly be taken away by me!! So prepare for the final song I've been working on for this very moment!! I call it BOWSER'S RAGE STAGE!!!!" Bowser yelled. The ponies stayed determined as they first carried Spike off the stage and came back on ready to fight Bowser one last time. It was now time for the epic conclusion of his Bowser Bash! > The Finale: Bowser's Rage Stage > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our heroes looked at Bowser with angry looks on their faces and were in battle positions ready to fight Bowser one last time in his epic finale of the show. But after he said that it was time for Bowser's Rage Stage the ponies were a little confused by that. "Rage Stage? Exactly how are you going to do that?" Rarity asked. "Oh wouldn't you like to know? Well the last time I tried planning a concert was in the Flower Kingdom. Of course those pesky Marios ruined everything! But this time I will be sure to destroy every last one of you! So let's begin!!" Bowser said. He then pulled out a blue flower known as the Wonder Flower! "Mama mia!! He's got the Wonder Flower!! Everyone off the stage!" Luigi said. Everyone did as they were told and then they saw Bowser placed the flower on his chest. And began the final transformation. While that was happening the Blazing Koopas were merging and playing at the same time. (Stop at 2:42 and skip to 3:46 to continue) After the first part of the song was over we see the light dying down and revealed what Bowser transformed. He merged with the stage and the symbol glowed green eyes and came off with hands following on a sinister smoke and smiled wickedly at the ponies. "Once again I thank you all for coming. Especially you MY LITTLE PONIES!!! This finale will soon make the whole universe my captive audience!! And now the moment you all been waiting for! It's time for BOWSER'S RAGE STAGE!!!! HIT IT BOYS!!" Bowser yelled. After he said that it began the final song. And Bowser started singing. Once he started that began the final battle. The heroes charged into battle and trying attacking him but it seemed like he was indestructible. "How tough is this guy!? I can't seem to hurt him!!" Rainbow asked. "Maybe we gotta try hitting that pink button under his chin?" Pinkie wondered. She pulled out her party cannon and got inside and launched herself at it and once she pressed it that did damage to Bowser and cracked some of his armor. The girls saw that and now had a plan. "Pinkie! That's it! We gotta keep hitting that button under his chin!! We do that and we can sure damage him!" Applejack said. So the girls and the Marios all tried their very hardest to stop Bowser but he had some tricks up his sleeves. He blasted some flaming music notes at the heroes and they panicked but luckily the Mario Bros grabbed the girls and jumped so high that the notes couldn't get them. Then Mario and Luigi threw Applejack and Rainbow towards Bowser and AJ punched him in the eye. He yelled in pain clutching it while Rainbow flew under his chin and hit the button twice causing the armor to crack more. Which ends the first verse. (Stop at 6:34 before continuing) "Ok that smarts! But even so you cannot stop me! Try and keep up!!" Bowser shouted. With that said he made another claw appear and continued singing. He then tried slamming his fists onto the heroes but they dodged every slam Bowser made. Then Rarity used her magic and blasted at the button and caused his armor to crack again. Outraged Bowser summoned more flaming music notes and tried attacking the heroes again. But the Marios did the same thing again. Then Pinkie and Fluttershy both decided to try and hit the button. She did and followed by Pinkie blasting herself out of the cannon and hit it once more causing the armor to crack again and almost revealed Bowser's smoke face. "Stop at 8:20 before continuing) "Grr. So that's how you wanna play it huh? Well I guess I better step it up a notch!! Time to FINISH THIS!!" Bowser said. He roared so loud that he turned the sky into a sinister orange and grew a final hand and began singing the next verse. The battle was getting intense as Bowser threw some spike balls and flaming music notes at the same time! He then tried slamming his fists onto the heroes again but they dodged. After about 10 minutes he tired himself out and gave the heroes a chance to attack. First Rainbow hit the button, then she flew into Bowser's eye and punched it causing him to yell in pain. Then Mario threw Applejack straight at the button and hit it again, then for the final blow Pinkie went in the cannon and launched herself at it and once she hit the button all of Bowser's armor exploded and now his face is no longer protected and a huge button is on his head. Bowser growled and charged at the heroes in blind rage. But then the Marios used Fire Flowers and created a huge wave of flames and stop him in his tracks. Then the Mane Five all together decided to all jump and stomp on the button to finish him off which ended the song. Bowser groaned and when he felt his head.... "Uh oh." Then the power of the Wonder Flower began exploding of of his head as he yelled in pain and defeat. And cracks began forming on him which caused Bowser to be engulfed into a bright light and all we see is a white screen as Bowser's cries grow quiet. When the light died down we see Bowser back in his normal form, and the stage unmerged from him while laying on the ground defeated. He opened his eyes and saw the heroes staring at him. "Grr. I can't believe I'm beaten again. This was so not the way I predicted." Bowser groaned. "It's over Bowser. Your show is finished, Ponyville is not yours for conquering, and we defeated you just like always." Mario said. "This isn't over Mario bozos. You may have defeated me and ruined my Bowser Bash but this is far from over. Mark my words when we meet again. I'll be back!!! Troops! Let's roll out!" Bowser demanded. So Bowser and all his troops began walking back to the airships and once the last minion entered they all took off and left Equestria for good but the Marios knew they'll be back soon. The girls smiled at them and thanked them for helping. "Thank you Super Mario Bros. We really owe you guys one for stopping Bowser and his troops." Fluttershy said. "Anytime. Well we gotta head home. But we will see you again someday. Bye bye!!" Mario said as he and Luigi took their leave and the girls were happy that all this was over. But then they realized something. "Girls. We gotta check on Spike and Twilight!" Rarity noticed. Then the Mane Five all went to see if Spike and Twilight were okay. Especially after everything that happened. > All Is Forgiven > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Mane Five finally arrived where they see Twilight and the unconscious Spike. Twilight was okay but she worried about Spike when they all saw his body laying there. "Spikey? Are you okay? Darling please wake up!" Rarity cried. She tried waking him up but he was still unconscious. Then all she could do was give him a small kiss on the cheek. After that she hugged him. Suddenly a miracle happened, Spike began coughing a little and woke up with a small headache. "Ow man. I feel like I got ran over a elephant." Spike groaned. "Oh Spikey!! I'm so glad your okay! You had me so worried!" Rarity smiled. "Spike!" The rest of the girls said. They all hugged him and Twilight cried a little to see that her dragon was all ok after everything that happened. "Oh Spike! I'm so happy that you are okay! I was so worried about you!" Twilight said. "What are you talking about Twilight?" Spike asked. "It's a long story but Bowser had you under his control. Heck he even had my friends under his control as well." Twilight explained. "Turns out that his little show he was performing was all a scheme to take over the world. And he had stolen some relics to to bring all of Equestria to his will. If it wasn't for all of us and the Marios then all of Equestria would have been a terrible Bowser Bash." Rainbow added. "But on the plus side we got you a CD." Pinkie smiled pulling out a CD of all of Bowser's songs. "I think I would hold off on hearing his music. But thank you anyways Pinkie. Now Spike I have something to say to you." Twilight replied. "What is that Twilight?" Spike asked. Twilight took a deep breath and explained. "Spike. I'm so sorry for not inviting you to any special events. I know you wanted to get out of the castle and have some fun. But I was too stubborn to even let you join and I felt really bad for doing this over and over again. If I haven't made you stay at the castle you wouldn't have found Bowser's troops and none of this evil show business would happen. So I'm sorry Spike." She thought that Spike would get angry but all he did was smile. "That was all I needed to hear." Spike smiled. Twilight smiled too knowing that her apology was forgiven. "And you know what? Even though that Bowser was planning an evil takeover from his own performance he did help me with one thing. Have a fun time. But it's even more fun when I have my friends here with me." Spike said. The girls all smiled and hugged him at his words. After 10 minutes they all separated. "So what should we do now? The Friendship Festival is ruined thanks to Bowser." Rarity asked. "No worries Rarity. After we clean up this mess I think we should all head to my place for a slumber party. And Spike? You are definitely invited to it." Twilight answered. "Thanks Twilight. Well we better clean this up. So we can all have a good time at the slumber party." Spike suggested. So everyone went to the damaged area that Bowser caused during his performance so they can clean up. But Spike never felt so happy to finally be invited to an event where he can finally have a good time. And that's brings are story to its happy conclusion. The End.