Chapter 11 BOOT CAMP NLR Marine Corp

NLRMC BOOT CAMP

with Lunar Gaming

Lunar gaming woke up the very next morning and had the trumpet pony sound the morning bell , meanwhile most of the mare recruits were able to wake up on time ones like.

Black glow , Beach ready , Glory , Galaxy , Fizzy , Gingerbread , Minty , Pepperberry , Moondancer , Sparkleworks , Tootsie , Toola Roola , and Willow Dark Shier .

Thankfully the other recruits got the message and were able to wake up , take a shower , and wait outside for there drill instructor .

With Trail Blazer

The stallion recruits heard the trumpet sound and got up as well , ones like static , Minstrel , Storm Chaser , Stealth Illusion , Tinderbox , Torque , Midnight , Heart Dagger , Midnight Blaze , Glasgow Smile , Safe Solo , Rainbow Ace ,. and Wind Storm .

Trail Blazer woke up got a shower and got dressed in his drill instructors uniform . In his shock he saw his recruits standing out there in line waiting there orders . He soon put on his hat and walked outside . "Outstanding recruits , outstanding indeed , keep doing that and we will make marines out of you yet" said Trail Blazer with a smile . He soon lead them on a mile run and later after that he did some PT with them .

Back with Lunar Gaming

"Outstanding recruits , if you keep doing what your doing , then you'll be marines in no time at all" said Lunar Gaming .

She started doing some PT with them like Pushups for the earth ponies and unicorns , and for the pegasi it was wing ups .

Hours later she lead her recruits on a mile run while thinking of how to train them in using , taking apart there weapons and putting them back together , along with cleaning them as well . Thinking fast she would need help from Princess Luna , it was the same with Trail Blazer .

With Adam and Rainbow

The young human was relaxing in his chair channel surfing until he fell on the New Lunar Republic 12.

That was when something caught my eye , the nuking of those cities and the ponies that demand justice .

"Breaking news , several cities including Las Pegasus , have been nuked by Empress Celestia , she stated that they were protesting and with in her own kingdom , several leaders form the Changleing Swarm and the Griffin Empire spoke out against this tragedy , somehow Celestia said that somehow , someway she plans to defeat Princess Luna" said Iva . "we now turn to our reporters in the field , starting us off Minty Chocholate is stationed in or at least near the ruins of what was Fillydelphia , Minty what is it like?" .

Near the Ruins of Fillydelphia

"It's pretty bad Iva , every single pony is dead , as there were no survivors , already the Solar Empire has declared those following cities dead zones , oh and not to mention that the radiation is leaking into the ocean killing off most if not all the marine life as we speak" said Minty Chocolate sadly .

Near the Ruins of Van Hoover

"As Minty Chocolate already said , it's the samething here but worse , there are few survivors , however mares here are crying for justice against this tragedy that had struck the city of Van Hoover , hold on , Sir what's going on here?" asked Iggy Buffs .

"It's really bad , thankfully our mayor was able to commission fallout shelters in case something like this happened , sadly those out in the streets or anywhere that wasn't in a bomb shelter ,died" said the stallion sadly .

"Do you think Princess Luna of the New Lunar Republic can save all of ponykind from Empress Celestia's tyrannical rule?" .

"I certainly hope so , in fact I know she can she has the troops the technology to do so , and already she did so with cities like Manehatten , Trotthingham and Baltimare , and I heard that Cloudsdale is already under attack thankfully Captain Dash of the Shadowbolts is leading the charge with Rainbow blitz at her side commanding Nightmare Squadron" he said . "Yea I really hope that Captain Dash can save Cloudsdale from being nuked" said Iggy worriedly .

Near the Ruins of Hoofington

"The survivors of Hoofington survived but barely , however there losses were much greater than those of any other city as more died Iva , from where I am standing some of the ponies are heading towards the Peace Corp refuge camp where they hope to get employment and medical attention , Flying over me are several medical pelicans that are taking the injured or wounded survivors there already for treatment , also most of the ponies demand justice and Celestia's head already , some of the ponies here are calling this an 'outrage , completely uncalled for , a slaughter of thousands maybe millions' others say that Celestia should never been in power as Princess nor Empress others want her to step down" said Walter Decourecy .

I soon turned the TV off and decided to go see what was going on in Moon City , I opened the door and what am I greeted with ? A pony wanting to talk to me about something . "Well come on in , what is it you wanna talk about , and first off what's your name" I asked .

I'm a reporter for the New Lunar Republic 12 my name is Iva" said Iva . "but I had just saw you on TV , how can you be here?" I asked confused .

"Lets not worry about that , now then of what branch do you work for , cause the ponies have been dying to know" said Iva .

"well I work for the Lunar Space Division , we handle mostly battles in space , and in case other branches need help , well we mostly send down troops , supplies , and even vehicles" I said Proudly . "that's awesome , someponies have been hearing rumors that your also a captain , can you confirm that?" .

"You bet , I command the ship Once More Unto the Breach ,a powerful Halcyon class cruiser , and this is an interview?" I asked .

"Yep my camerapony is Shadow , moving on , I wanted to ask you as a question , how was it you came to be here?" .

"Okay that is an easy one , I was chilling in my room back on earth , mostly looking up videos , when I got a letter from Princess Luna , basically enlisting me , all she needed was a reply and so I replied , though waiting n the void well it was boring , I finally made it to the other side and found myself in the Moon City hospital , and of course Butterscotch and Fluttershy were able to get me back to health and just in time for the battle of Trottingham too , from there I have won 4 victories for the NLR , the same can be said by Captain Rainbow Dash of the Shadowbolts and Captain Applejack of the Army" I said .

"Wow I didn't know you know that you were enlisted , though by the tale that you had told I do kind find it strange is there any proof ?" Asked Iva .

"I think I do , lets see" . I dug around and found a copy of the letter that Princess Luna sent to me . I handed to Iva , who was able to finally figure out that it was Luna's hoof writing .

"Alright I believe you , and this interview is over , this has been Iva for the New Lunar Republic 12" .

And with that both her and her camera pony Shadow soon packed up and left . As for me I simply kicked back and decided to read more of my Indiana Jones book .

NLRMC Boot Camp

Drill Instructors Lunar Gaming was training her recruits in PT "Alright recruits , we are going to keep going until you are good and tired" said Lunar gaming with her recruits .

Not a single pony spoke out of line unless it was Aye Ma'am . They simply kept there traps shut and did there PT with not a single word spoken .

With Trail Blazer he had them running through and Obstacle Course which resulted in running climbing and running some more .

"Come on recruits , I've seen my grandma run faster than that !" shouted Trail Blazer .

Some of the recruits were able to make it over the wall , others however were struggling but soon got over . They soon completed the obstacle course only to do it once again .

"Alright that's enough today , hit the head, I'll see you all here later , we are going to go over several things about weapons" . Hours later he saw his recruits lined up , cleaned and ready to go . "Alright follow me" said Trail Blazer loudly .

They soon took off down the road towards the shooting range where they all sat in a circle holding there M16's .

"Alright , so here it is , I am going to train you on how to clean your weapon , fire your weapon and even sleep with it" said Trail Blazer .

"now then the first thing is I am going to teach you on how to tak your weapon apart , this is the most key thing in handling any weapon , knowing how to take it apart and reassemble it part for part" .

And he was right cause over the course of his life time he has owned many guns ,and knows how to take apart each one clean it and reassemble it part for part.

They soon followed Trail Blazer to a special bench where they took there seats with there M16's.

Waiting for further instructions he addressed his recruits . "Alright take your weapons apart clean them and begin to reassemble them" .

He soon headed off towards his desk to watch something and watch his recruits take apart there weapons part for part .

I can see that soon down the road they will be marines , marines ready to take on Emperor Great Sun thought Trail Blazer .

With Lunar Gaming

She soon had her recruits running the obstacle course , much like Trail Blazer did with his ,however she wasn't letting up either .

"Come on work those flanks , I've seen my grandpa do more than that!" shouted Lunar Gaming .

Quickly Minty and Pepperberry picked up the pace , along with others like Glory , and Toola Roola . Hours later the mare recruits were plumped tired .

"Alright hit the heads , I'll see all of you out here" . And when they heard the word heads they took off quickly as fast as there hooves could carry them .

They'll be marines soon enough , I'll have to teach them hoof to hoof , and weapons cleaning , assembling , and firing , this won't be easy thought Lunar Gaming .

But she knew that deep down she had to do it , she didn't become a drill instructor for nothing . Hours later she saw her recruits line up with no words spoken .

"Alright we are going to a different location , so I can teach you about weapons , how to clean them , how to fire them , and how to reassemble them" said Lunar Gaming loudly .

She soon had her recruits follow her to a gun range where they grabbed there M16's and sat on there haunches in a circle .

"Alright for the next week or so I am going to teach you on weapons like the ones your holding right now , that's right the standard issue M16 assault rifle , while it is powerful like the M4 in the Army , most of the grunts prefer the M55B assault rifle , however I plant to teach you on the M16 , I'll teach you on how to clean them , reassemble them , and fire the M16 assault rifle , along with working as a team" said Lunar gaming . "AM I CLEAR MARINES?! .

"MA'AM YES MA'AM" . "Damn right I am , now the first thing is taking your weapons apart and cleaning them" said Lunar gaming .

They soon followed Lunar gaming to a special shop , each recruit took there seats while Lunar gaming went to the head of the room .

"Alright , now take apart your weapons , and begin cleaning them , with the tools next to you at that point I am going to show you how they go back together" said Lunar gaming . She soon took her seat at her desk and decided to see what was going on the Internet now a days .

With Firefly

Training was done for today as Captain Rainbow Dash left . Not wanting to disturb her , she turned around and left for home .

Oh my darling daughter , I do hope your okay , my husband Spectrem Streak , please be alive thought Firefly as she walked back to her home but was soon breathed a sigh of relief working along side her daughter knowing she's safe but also having no idea that she has two sons and another daughter as well .

Back with Rainbow Dash

She walked home completely unaware of who that mare was in the shadowbolts uniform . Not even knowing that it was her own mother Firefly .

Shrugging it off she walked into her house since she moved in with her human friend , sure that they maybe different species . However it didn't stop them from being the best of friends.

"Oh hey Adam what's up?" asked Rainbow . "Oh not a whole lot , I had an interview with Iva of the new Lunar republic 12 other than that , I just been reading my Indiana Jones book" said Adam as he was drinking a soda .

She soon cuddled with him glad to be home as for Scootaloo she thought it was disgusting , in a sappy way and simply walked off back to her bedroom to get started on her wing ups .

With Trail Blazer

NLRMC Boot Camp

Trail blazer soon taught his recruits on the basics on the m16 assault rifle .

But it would again take time for them to quickly disassemble there assault rifle , clean it and reassemble it . I know they can do this , but I will be timing them thought Trail Blazer .

Of course a couple of his recruits did try to start a fight but was broken up with said tough guy doing pushups mostly 50 but soon increased to 200 .

That made Static get to his pushups . The other ponies however simply headed off towards there bunks and settled in for the night .

Of course it was soon getting cold and Static was at his 199th push up nearly reaching 200 , with the last bit of strength he had in him and energy , he finally did all 200 pushups . And then headed off towards his bunk , just to rest his tired achy muscles .

With Spectrum Streak

Spectrum Streak , was working the local night shift since is captain of the local pegasus guard in Cloudsdale , he normally would be out stunt flying normally , but this job was good too , having his guards patrol any and all of Cloudsdale along with other stuff like transfers , and new privates . I sure do hope that my wife Firefly is okay thought Spectrum Streak .

He looked down at his desk as he had a small amount of paper work to do .

I guess the paper work never ends , does it ? Well that's what ya have to deal with paper work , and having to train new ponies on how to fight , should Cloudsdale come under attack .

In Ponyville

Twilight Sparkle was working on a new plan , and just the one came to mind .

I could lead the charge on attacking cloudsdale , it would be the perfect distraction for the lunar forces , but wait a minute , that's right Lightning Dust and Brave Wing are leading the charge , which means Shining Armor is going to be leading the charge on the ground , however I can hanlde the space portion , and I must find some kind of way to defeat that human Adam , he seems to smart beating me Every . Single . Time , well no matter , when I do beat that human , we will regain control of space once again , but the New Lunar Republic's Allies I have a sneaking suspicion that they may out flank my fleet and beat me once again , well I have a plan to stop them in there tracks Thought Twilight . Recently she returned from her trip in Canterlot .

However she had other plans and projects that could wait till morning , which by her was just fine , she could spend more time working on said projects without her so called 'friends' disturbing her one bit .

However , when they do lead the charge into cloudsdale , I fear they may turn there attention at Canterlot , and nopony has found there base of operations as of yet ,I have a general Idea of where it might be located , has nopony tried looking for there base on THE MOON ?! I swear by Celestia's name that the ponies i'm stuck with are complete brain dead morons ! Well no worries , we will soon lead an attack on the moon to start to strike back at them , we have taken far to many losses and it's time they suffer a lot more than we have , which is why sooner or later we do plan to take the moon , and what better way than to take it by surprise kill anything that moves , soldier or civilian it will be perfect! .

Soon the young alicorn retired to her bedroom to get some sleep for tomorrow , for tomorrow the Wonderbolts Lightning Dust and Brave Wing lead the charge to attack Cloudsdale .

And Shinning Armor the day after leads the charge to take the moon for the Glory of the Solar Empire ! And in the name of Empress Celestia ! .

Back on Moon City

Princess Luna was over seeing a few things like new dry docks , however what she didn't notice was something was about to happen.

Hmm whatever it is , I do have a plan for this thought Luna . She called up the scientist in charge of the SPARTAN Program Willow Wisp . "doctor Willow Wisp , Are the Spartan II's Ready?" asked Luna .

"In a few more weeks they will be , we just need to hammer out a few bugs and they will be ready for deployment" said Willow Wisp happily .

"Most excellent , our Spartan I's are doing good , sooner or later we are going to have to be ready should Cloudsdale be attacked"said Luna .

"True , we are also working on attaching there energy shields among everything else , thanks to research and development , we now have a chance to see how the energy shields work in the lab as well as in the field" said Willow Wisp . "Excellent , Celestia won't know what hit her" .

"that's true however , what she also doesn't know is that #1 : We have the advantage in numbers , and training and #2 : we also have better quality weapons as well" said Willow Wisp .

"Most true , I do hope you can pull this off , cause we are going to need them just in case something happens , and I'll have to check in on Research and Development on the AI and how there doing" said Luna with a small smile . She switched over to Pinkie Pie's department and wanted an update

Princess Luna : Pinkie Pie , what's the status on the AI ?

Pinkie Pie : Everything is going well , so far progress on the first AI is going along smoothly , and to top that we have named her Cortana , though she said she wants to pick the Spartan for herself , not the other way around .

Princess Luna : Cortana ? As in THE Cortana from the Halo Franchise ? , that actually may work , but who would she choose ?

Pinkie Pie : I don't know , but if she wants to choose her own Spartan , than that's fine with me , that gives me some time to work on other thins like Video games and consoles .

Princess Luna : Perfect , most of our subjects could use some entertainment besides reading a book or telling a story , after all I do want you to also start working on the first computer as well.

Pinkie Pie : Okie Dokie Lokie , I'll tell the others to get right on it as soon as possible , Pinkie Pie out .

The transmission was soon ended and Princess Luna was relieved of something like this , knowing that everything was going as planned , the Spartan II's , the Pony AI Cortana , and the first Spartan II soon to be known to all of the Solar Empire , Master Pony , The Pony version of Master Chief .

This is perfect , with everything going on , we can actually now have a chance to keep out plans going on schedule , and with no delays as well thought Luna proudly . The first Lunar rebellion didn't work out as I was too prideful and let my anger get the best of me at times but when I returned as nightmare moon I was too angry to even notice what was going on , but this time I now have a set goal take down Celestia .

Luna knew that this time would be the charm , and the one time to prove that she is the rightful princess of Equestria , but fighting Celestia won't be easy as she has little combat spells and needs to brush up , so she can be ready .

I have no choice in the matter , if I have to fight my sister , then I shall , however our second option is to capture , if that fails then I order the guards to end her life .

She walked to the library , paid for the book and headed up to her private chambers in fact she grabbed several books to study on .

She locked her door and started to study reading every single book , and working on every single spell , until she had them mastered , including dark magic .

In war everything is free , I will not let the evil inside me control me , it's time I control IT .

Meanwhile Princess StarChaser knew most of her spells including healing and combat spells also dark spells included , so she was far more than ready .

With Trail Blazer

as the day past through the recruits soon had everything down from taking there guns apart to cleaning each part and putting it back together . Now came the easy part , reloading and firing .

"Alright listen up , now comes the easy part , I am going to have you fire your weapons as those targets down range , as this is the easy part of learning to use your M16 asssalt rifle" said Trail Blazer. Each pony was supplied with a magazine full of 7.16 bullets .

They loaded them up and opened fire hitting each of there targets , the ones with bullets would be pulled down and a fresh one would be put up in it's place , they continued to do this through out the day .

"Outstanding recruits ! , I see marines out f you just yet" Said Trail Blazer . And so the recruits kept firing and reloading there weapons ,knowing that they are going to make there drill instructor proud come graduation .

With Lunar Gaming

she soon taught her recruits how to fire there weapons , and the samething happened . Some were shaking like leaves but with coaxing from the other recruits , they were soon firing like the rest . "Outstanding , You'll all be marines yet" said Lunar Gaming .

Inside Princess Star Chasers Mind

Princess Star Chaser was talking with a black mare that ponykind had come to revere and fear the most ,more than Queen Chrysalis , more than King Sombra , and more than Discord , NIGHTMARE MOON .

"So when should you reveal yourself , Nightmare?" asked Star Chaser . "I don't really know , when do you think I should sister" said Nightmare Moon nervously .

"Well you could reveal yourself after the battle of Canterlot , it would be easier that way , so do you have a real name besides Nightmare Moon?" asked Star Chaser curiously . "I'm afraid I don't really remember who I was" said nightmare simply .

"Perhaps with time you'll remember your real name besides I think it would be a surprise to have you back among family once more" said Star Chaser with a smile .

The black alicorn mare was confused , family ? It has been so long since she heard the word 'family' , in so long since she was forcefully removed by the elements of harmony .

However considering that that she had spent time with Star chaser she also had gained bits of her personality and it changed her , she changed her from the mad pony that she was , to what she is now . "thank you Star Chaser sister for helping me become the mare that I am" said Nightmare proudly .

"That is very kind of you to say , Nightmare , and I also hope that we can introduce you to your daughter Nyx , she had no idea who her mother is , also you have a cousin and a whole lot of brothers and sisters me included even Luna" .

"You sure ? , I mean I have been with her on this prison of a rock for 1,000 years the same as Luna , it's just that things were different , and now I want to make amends with her , to help rekindle our friendship as sisters" said Nightmare sadly .

"I know but remember it was in the past , and when you came to me I was more than willing to help you as I am right now , you needed a host and you have one a willing host to help reform your body and that can happen" said Star Chaser .

"It would be nice to have a body that way I can interract with everypony and not be a cloud of blue mist" said Nightmare Moon .

" I had better get to sleep , cause isn't there a war going on ?" asked Nightmare .

"There is , I found out that Celestia is going to be attacking Cloudsdale" said Star Chaser bitterly . "It seems as if you hate her" said Nightmare curiously .

"I do hate her , she banished Luna all because she became you , all because of her being jealous of ponies not liking her night's and she even used the Elements of Harmony on her the same ones to separate you from Luna 1,000 years later" said Star Chaser with venom in her voice .

"I am sorry , I always thought Luna created me from her hatred and rage while she was stuck on the moon" said Nightmare confused .

"No I saw you after you were born , during your filly days you were just always cute , when you started to grow up you always had a smile on your face but when somepony got hurt you stood up for them regardless of who they were" . "You remember that far back ?" asked Nightmare curiously .

"I do I remember my days as a filly that it's no joke , Me and Luna would always play games with you Nightmare , and you always seemed to enjoy it , some of our other brothers and sisters had to go to school as did we , but we always had time for you Nightmare , I care for you as a sister I don't see you as a monster , neigh , and if anypony thinks otherwise I'll let you torture them with nightmares" Explained Star Chaser with a soft sister like smile .

"Thank you so much , I'm glad I have you as a sister , now if only Luna would accept me I am dearly sorry for what she had to go through on the moon and morphing into a monster named after me" said Nightmare Moon with a frown .

"Don't worry , after she was seperated from the evil , she had a lot of support form her older sister and even her friends but she never even remembered her real family , she did remember me , now you know why I've always hated Celestia for what she did to my sister Luna" said Star Chaser .

With Lunar Nightmare

Lunar Nightmare was in her room working on the latest spell , it was one of the summoning spells and so far it was working in her favor .

Don't worry Nightmare Moon , you will be among family again very soon thought Lunar Nightmare with a smile .

"I have to get this spell right , and then maybe I can get some lunch from the kitchen" said Lunar Nightmare .

While the New Lunar Republic Royal Family was all there it felt incomplete without nightmare Moon around but they had to focus on the war and end the Solar Empire's evil reign .

Looking around she saw some old photos of Star Chaser , Luna , Lunar nightmare , and Nightmare Moon all happily laughing like they were all the best of friends maybe even sisters .

"I remember these old photos , if and when I can see Nightmare Moon again hopefully I can tell her that we are all still alive and well , and maybe I can help her regain her memory loss , though it would be more than likely" said Lunar Nightmare .

"I can also remember , the time when Nightmare Moon started her road in magic , both Nature and Combat magic , and sadly she got sealed in Luna but was released and is somewhere among us possibly alive" .

Sighing she went back to work on the summoning spell , Lunar Nightmare would do anything to keep her busy , weather it was reading , or even trying new spells or even looking at her old photos of her sisters and brothers .

Location : NLR Army Basic Training

With Drill Sargent Cliff Racer

"Alright you bunch of maggots ! , we are going on a 10 Mile March , it is NOT like your normal mile run , this is going to be different , as we are going to put rocks in your saddle bags to add some weight , after that we are going to do PT , after PT we are going to be doing the Obstacle course" said Cliff Racer .

All the drill sargents loaded up the privates saddle bags full of rocks and so began the 10 mile road march .

Most of the privates were able to keep going , a few struggled but kept going despite the weight ones like Big Mac , Apple Buck , Apple Bloom , Macerina , Vermillion Thunder , Running Apple , Lunar Apple , Night Shine , Cupcake , Glittery Diamond , and Lunar Star .

Most of the other recruits like Sweetie Belle and Gun Slinger , were able to pull there weight and keep going , as this would build muscle over time .

Meanwhile , Knight Shade also jogged alongside the Privates to yell at them to keep moving to not fall behind , others like Silver Wing , Oceanus Seaswirl , Purple Tinker , Mountain Set , Timber Crash , Lickety Split , and Dark Dusty were also starting to lag behind into the 5th mile .

But they did keep up using what energy that they had stored away , to keep going and keep up with there fellow privates .

With Dusk Shine and Barbra

As normal they were organizing the library nothing as normal as that .

However Spike had been spending a lot of time with Sweetie Belle , and for both Dusk Shine and Rarity , the two couldn't be more happier for the two .

After all the two fit so good together , sadly Spike's obsession with Rarity had already faded away as he was focused on Sweetie Belle .

Basically Spike spending a lot of time with Sweetie belle wasn't a bad thing at all , in fact it was encouraged by Rarity and Elusive along with Dusk Shine to go for it .

And so Sweetie Belle had grown up a bit being around Spike , also able to stand up for herself should such a time ever come .

"Ya know i'm happy for Spike , he is spending a lot of time with Sweetie Belle and it's helped mentally and emotionally as well so now we get to see a lot of the old Spike instead of him all mopy and sad all the time" said Barbra .

"That's true and having an extra set of claws really helps things along smoothly , after all the both of you really do a wonderful job doing your chores and all" said Dusk Shine proudly .

"Well thank you Dusk Shine , besides it's what I've been doing for a while now , and Spike fell right into it and I couldn't be happier for him" . "That's also true , so after your done here , you have the rest of the day off" said Dusk Shine .

"Really ? Thank you I think I'll spend time with Elusive , knowing him he most likely is making bed sheets among other things" said Barbra rolling her eyes .

"Elusive has a lot to do , now a days since he opened up shop right next to Rarities , sure it causes competition , but in a good way" said Dusk Shine while putting books back on the shelves in there proper place.

While they were both doing that Spike walked in through the front door in a happy mood .

He had been on his second date with Sweetie belle , and of course Barbra wanted to know as did his caretaker Dusk Shine .

As Spike told them both of the details of his date with Sweetie Belle , Barbra blushed a bit but did listen none the less .

Meanwhile inside Star Chasers mind Nightmare Moon was seeing everything from Star Chasers Point of view , of course one thing that puzzled the black alicorn to no end was her sister Luna .

I don't understand , all I can remember is being sealed away and along with Luna being banished to the moon , beyond that that's all I can remember thought Nightmare Moon confused .

When she looked around all the black mare saw was blackness . "At least I have Star Chaser to talk to , but then again after what happened 1,000 years ago I feel as if it's all my fault" said Nightmare sadly .

FLASHBACK 1,000 years ago

"Princess Luna , Nightmare Moon and Princess Celestia were in a heated discussion over how long the moon should stay up .

However in the end Luna started to change , Nightmare Moon however wasn't even aware of what was going to happen .

"Nightmare Moon , over time I saw you to delving into the dark magic , you know that it's forbidden to do such things- .

Before she could finish her sentence , Nightmare Moon attacked Celestia with a blast of bright teal lunar magic .

"I have heard enough from you , I have already mastered any and all magic from the basics even the ones done by Star swirl the bearded himself , and so what if I am getting into dark magic , you are NOT the boss of me 'dear sister'" said Nightmare Moon threateningly .

"Fine then since you won't listen to me , I have no choice but to seal you inside Luna" .

Charging up her horn she fired a solar beam at Nightmare it swirled around her and soon she was sealed in her own sisters body and soon the transformation was complete .

Forgive me nightmare , Luna thought Celestia sadly .

Soon the battle commenced and that was when Celestia used the elements of harmony against Luna as the evil wicked Nightmare Moon , the both of them were blasted by the elements of harmony banishing them to the moon for 1,000 years on the moon .

On the Moon

Soon Luna found herself on the moon wondering what had happened .

"Luna is that you?" asked Nightmare Moon inside Luna's Mind . "Nightmare ? , how in the name of the moon did you get inside my mind?" asked Luna confused . "

Blame it on your sister ! , she sealed me with in you , sooner or later I will have revenge on what she did to the both of us" stated Nightmare Moon angrily .

"I understand , but I didn't expect you to be sealed away and … Oh no Star Chaser , she must have saw it all , maybe that's why she won't remember who you are Nightmare" said Luna in shock . "That is okay , but I know who she is , and we have to find a way off this moon and back to Equiss" said Nightmare seriously . "Well how in the world are we going to do that?" asked Luna .

"The stars will aid in our escape , just play your part as if you were Nightmare Moon , we get blasted by the elements of harmony and hopefully we can meet up again as sisters with my memory intact hopefully" explained Nightmare moon . Luna was shocked , too shocked for words , her own sister had everything planned out .

"Alright hopefully your plan works Nightmare , and maybe when we do see each other again , not as enemies but as sisters then maybe we can pick up where we left off without Celestia spying on us" said Luna softly . "yes I look forward to that" .

Over the next few month's Nightmare had taught Luna a new spell , a spell that manifest a spirit into a physical form .

And soon Luna had mastered the spell and was finally able to draw out her sister Nightmare Moon , her sister had finally taken physical form and she formed into her own black alicorn body cutie mark and all .

"You did great sister , besides I knew you could do it and with my guidance no less" said Nightmare with a fang like smile. "it was you who taught me the spell , but you want me to act the part ? As you?" asked Luna confused .

"That's right , soon we will make our glorious return , but sadly the history books won't mention Celestia sealing me in you" said Nightmare with a frown .

"Sure the history books won't mention that part but it will mention me getting sent here to the moon" answered Luna with an uplifting smile . "well lets make use of this so called banishment" said Nightmare .

FLASHBACK END

I remember that day well , Celestia you will pay for sealing me with in Luna 1,000 years ago and banishing us BOTH to the moon , of that I can assure you thought Nightmare Moon evilly . I promised I'd have my revenge ! and I guess this is the only way I can get it , but I have to teach Star Chaser the spell on how to manifest me into a physical form .

With Princess Luna

I wonder if my sister nightmare is alive somehow thought Luna in worry . "Luna can you hear me?" asked Nightmare Moon . "Nightmare ? Is that you?" asked Luna in shock .

"yes tis I , I'm alive and well , and I'm inside your sisters body , no I'm not in control of her , but listen to me , remember how I said 1,000 years ago that I would have my revenge on Celestia for what she did ? , I plan to make true on that promise , so how about it , after the war you and me can talk" said Nightmare .

"I Suppose , after all both you and me got banished to the moon when I refused to lower the moon" said Luna . "True what was a prision is now I hear a new home for the ponies?" asked Nightmare confused .

"yes , you may not remember this but I had rebeled against Celestia for her being a tyrant and now she's considered a Madmare and even nuked several cities with her nuclear weapons" said Luna sadly .

"that is sad , but fear not , if she's going to nuke all Equiss we could evac all ponykind and leave the planet and go from there" suggested Nightmare .

"Actually you always did come up with some good plans so I'll go with this one , and Nightmare it is good to hear you again" said Luna with a smile.

The voice of her sister nightmare Moon faded from her mind , and with a content smile she relaxed on her bed knowing that her sister is okay and alive and well and with Star Chaser .

I know Nightmare would want revenge for what happened 1,000 years ago , I plan to help her achieve her promise one way or another , apparently Celesita would say no to me asking her to surrender , but it was worth a try , and capturing her is out of the question since with all those death's , she's forced my hoof , in fact the entire hoof of the New Lunar Republic , she has forced me into killing her and ending the war in bloodshed , it is a shame thought Luna sadly .

NLR Army Basic Training

Aetherious , Cliff Racer , and Star keeper , were training now the privates in the obstacle course , they were moving slower than a snail .

"Come on maggot , my grand mother can move faster than you , seems like you pile of vomit didn't get enough exercise lately!" shouted Cliff Racer .

Timber Crash was moving as quick as he could followed by Big Mac and Macerina , both Apple Bloom and Apple buck were now in there young stallion years and were able to keep up now , however Running apple was lagging behind but barely abble to keep up .

"Move it maggot , I've seen snails who move faster than you , ya pile of walking puke!" Shouted Cliff Racer .

"YES SIR" shouted Running Apple . However he did make it through the obstacle course , after that the privates had to move to doing pullups at least as many as they could do . Finally the privates were all beaten to the core , but they made it back to there bunks , every single one of them climbed into there beds and were able to sleep the night away .

Applebloom was already putting muscle into her legs and everywhere else , same with her brother Applebuck .

Already the both of them were filling out nicely . Both Big Mac and Macerina couldn't be more proud of there little brother and sister .

They have come along way since they were just young ones , from when they were just foals to where they are now , a young mare and young stallion already building muscle .

The other privates did help them in the past with a few things but did catch on quickly to others , and learned by watching others and doing the samething .

NLR Black Ops Building

With Scootaloo and Scootaroll

The good news is that , they were finally accepted into the NLR black ops , as was Elusive among an entire hoofull of ponies selected . As for Rainbow Dash ? , she was proud of her little sister and little brother for achieving there goal of find some kind of way to help out .

Moonshadow and Moonseeker were also proud , hours later they were shipped to a special building where they met the director and assistant director , Sunset Shimmer and her brother Sun Rise Shake , soon followed by Trixie and her brother Trixster .

"Alright welcome to the black ops , now that all of you have been hoof picked , each of you will be assigned a rank , and all of you will answer to me , should there be any screw ups I will handle that personally" said Moonshower .

Everypony nodded at what she was saying "Also your training begins in a few hours , for those of you that were trained at home you'll know what to do , so think of it as a refresher course just to keep you on your toes" .

Back with Nightmare Moon inside of Star Chasers Mind

The black Alicorn mare was wondering through the recess of her sisters mind , she had to find out what her past was like and what happened before she was sealed inside of her sister Luna .

While at the same time when she was sealed it also locked away her memories as well , this was something that she also blamed Celestia for , something that shouldn't have happened , and yet another question that ran through her mind was how she learned such a spell , unless she too was starting to dive into dark magic as well .

Is that how she sealed me away inside Luna ? … that has to be the answer ! , yet how in the world of Equestria did she use the elements of harmony against Luna ? To banish her to the moon ? , so many qustions ran through mind at once that she had to find answers and Star Chasers memories would be the perfect place to start .

The first few early memories didn't offer a whole lot of information but later memories triggered her own memories to return , memories of when she was just a foal , and memories of when she was also a filly and yet she was also bullied because of her coat color .

I'll never forget those days ! , those were the days when I was bullied a lot , in those days I cried a lot , I cried so much that they called me a crybaby , a name that stuck with me for so long until I lashed out with my magic nearly killing one of them and putting another in the hospital , I guess with all the bullying it was no wonder some of the other fillies and colts feared me , that's when I was called a freak , a monster , and an outcast.

The black mare let a few tears shed as she remembered all of those memories that flooded her mind once again , however during her later years she started to have a good life , she made friends , but it was one night that she saw her sister Luna living with the solar family , while confused she often visited them as best as she could , of course the daughter of the family at the time Celestia made fun of nightmare for her fangs , black coat and among other things .

HOW DARE CELESTIA BULLY ME ! , had it not been for my sister Luna , I would have ended her life right then and there , she was lucky that Luna stopped me , cause I was far beyond caring , I just wanted her either to stop or drop dead!.

Thinking back the black mare shook her head and moved on to the final night when she saw something the battle between the transformed Luna and Celestia

I see that Star Chaser hated Celestia for sending Luna to the moon , now I see , now I understand , Celestia I think later became a tyrant , ruled Equestria with an iron hoof , raised both the sun and moon , but that changed when me and Luna came back , but I guess that it was time the Elements separated us , Luna was still consumed with rage and I was very proud of the new bearers of the elements of harmony , Twilight Sparkle , Rainbow Dash , Pinkie Pie , Rarity , Applejack , and Fluttershy , they separated me and Luna , I later found Star Chaser and from there things changed for me .

As the black Alicorn mare walked further she began to remember a lot more of her past and what had happened , and of course a lot of questions had been running through her mind , like how come Star Chaser didn't see her be sealed away in Luna 1,000 years ago and yet witnessed the battle before the both of them were banished to the moon . So many questions with very little answers .

I have to find more answers , I have to find out what had become of the elements of harmony thought nightmare . Soon she saw her sister shimmer into view as the scene changed around them .

DREAM SCAPE

Nightmare Moon , Luna , and Star Chaser were all standing in the dream scape the scene , the royal castle of the pony sisters .

"I remember this place , this was the place where I got sealed with in you sister" said Nightmare remembering .

Luna frowned at that memory , and the reason why she became that wicked evil mare . "I too remember , the both of us were banished to the moon thanks to Celestia" said Luna sadly .

In an instant Nightmare pulled her sister into a hug , shocked Luna returned said hug . Star Chaser soon joined in as well .

"Girls , soon I'll find a way to bring our sister Nightmare into the phyiscal world , and soon she can fight along side us one way or another" said Star Chaser . "Sister I'd rather wait and then reveal myself after the war" stated Nightmare Moon .

"I know , but at least when we are all asleep the three of us can catch up on what happened" said Star Chaser . Sighing the black alicorn mare was right this was the only other way for the three of them to talk .

"Nightmare , I know you have some questions about your past at least I'll be answer some of them" said Luna with a small smile .

"Well why were you put on the door step of Celestia's house that night , mother never told me" said Nightmare confused .

"That is because she wasn't sure if you were ready to handle something like that , so she kept it form the rest of you guys" said Luna .

"Also , whenever I came to visit , Celestia would always pick on me for some reason or another" said Nightmare a bit angry .

"You were lucky I was there to stop you , or things would have gotten completely out of hoof" said Luna seriously .

"Your right Luna , I am thankfull you were there when everything went out of hoof , but why was I sealed I had done nothing wrong" said Nightmare confused .

"Understand that you did nothing wrong in my book , that Celestia thought you were going into dark magic , but I knew that you were not , you were studying on magic , however Celestia's parents always played favorite with Celestia over whatever I said in your defence sister" said Luna .

"I understand what you were doing then , and for that I appreciate it , soon I will have my revenge , and if that means I have to take control of Star Chasers body , then so be it , or if I have to seperate myself then I will in order to fight" said Nightmare Moon with a glare .

Luna knew that glare all to well , while trapped on the moon for 1,000 years , Star Chaser did as well back when she was growing up . "Alright if you have too , then I will allow it , just don't try and have me killed" said Star Chaser .

"Star Chaser , I am hurt you would say such a thing to your own sister" said Nightmare in mock hurt . "You know what I mean , Nightmare" said Star Chaser with a sigh .

Over time the three sisters talked and finally came to a decision that should it come down to it , that Nightmare will take over Star Chasers body and Star Chaser assumes the war name . Keeping the real pony alive and among the New Lunar republic Royal Family . "Is mother alive same with father?" asked Nightmare moon concerned . "They are , as everypony else , some born 1,000 years later after yours and Luna's banishment , others born close to the summer sun celebration" said Luna happily .

Smiling a fang like smile Nightmare had pulled her two sisters in a bear like hug nearly squeezing the air out of them. Quickly she let them go so they could regain some air with in there lungs .

"Now I understand Star Chaser , the bright light that you saw was Celestia sealing me with in Luna that night" said Nightmare . "I think I understand now , so it wasn't one sister she banished but TWO !" said Star Chaser in shock .

First Luna was the one to wake up first soon followed by Star Chaser , all that was left was Nightmare to try and figure out her own path in the New Lunar Republic , her own destiny among her own family , her own role as sister! . Celestia , I am coming after you ! , you are going to pay dearly for what you had done to me ! Thought Nightmare .

The Very Next morning

Everypony was back to training , Surprise and Firefly were working on there combat moves , Snowflake , Lily , Fire Blaze along with Apocalypse were focusing on other things like working on there hoof to hoof spares .

This was going to be it , the last few battles that were going to decide the very fate of Equestria in fact the fate of life as ponykind as they all know it ! .

Oh Rainbow , your father would be very proud of you , for doing something like this , taking a stand against that tyrant , I know I did the right thing , I certainly hope so that your father can defend Cloudsdale from any kind of solar attack Thought Firefly .

As they all fought , they knew that what they were doing was the right thing to do , nopony outside of the New Lunar Republic would understand what they have to go through to save all Equestria from the tyranny of Celestia , they wouldn't understand how many troops have to sacerfice themselves to save lives. Rainbow decided to train herself , and she knew just the pony , the one with the blue mane and tail . I think I wanna see what she has . She broke up the spar as Surprise steped back .

Surprised the masked pony charged Rainbow Dash , smirking she dodged it easily but she didn't count to see that she came back and kicked her right in the spine .

That sent Rainbow down to the mat , getting up she charged the masked pony dodging all her attacks and kicking her in the stomach sending her tumbling backwards a bit but was able to regain her footing and charged with wings flapping and with a glare in her eyes .

Rainbow Dash grabbed her by her back hooves and slammed her down towards the mat , but that didn't stop her , she used what energy she had left and did a sweeping kick knocking Rainbow down as well , eventually Rainbow was able to wrestle her way on top of her but before she could unmask this pony . She was pushed off , by the masked mares front hooves .

Almost had her , I'll need to act fast if this is to work thought Rainbow , quickly she took the air and dove downwards . Before the masked mare had a chance her mask was removed from her head leaving her in shock .

Rainbow landed only to be met with shocked eyes of the mare , Rainbow had no idea and yet it felt familiar to her . "Alright who are you?" asked Rainbow . "Don't you know ? , it's your mother it's me Firefly" said Firefly .

Again Rainbow was in shock , and had no idea of what to do , so she pulled a Rarity and fainted , quickly she picked up her now unconscious daughter and rushed her someplace safe . The other shadowbolts had no idea of what had just happened but soon resumed training nonetheless .

Outside the Shadowbolt training grounds

Rainbow was able to awaken finally and saw that Firefly had brought her out and let wake up on her own . "I see your awake" said Firefly with a smile .

"Alright now that I know your name , how in the world did you get into MY shadowbolt team?!" demanded Rainbow .

"well I am a quick thinking pegasus ,and was fast when I founded the Wonderbolts , however you were the one that hoofpicked me, because of what my record had simply had on it" said Firefly simply with a smirk .

"Also another question , why did you say 'Mom' I haven't heard from you nor my own dad since the beginning of this war? Asked Rainbow .

"Well I soon left your father cause he was soon promotted in the local Cloudsdale guard and me I left to join the New Lunar Republic so that I could try and keep you safe" .

"Safe ?! , I've been doing that just fine thank you very much ! , I'm NO longer a filly I can handle myself , I did so in the battle for Trottinghamg , The battle for Baltimare , and the battle for Manehatten , so you tell me if I can't handle myself in a fight!?" .

"I couldn't reveal myself just yet , but apprently you did that for me , and in a spar no less , that was something I wasn't expecting , however we do have a lot to catch up on" said Firefly .

"while I would love to catch up on what ever it is , lets just save whatever it is AFTER the war" said Rainbow seriously .

Firefly knew better than to argue with her daughter since she is captain of the shadowbolts and in the air force no less . "alright I'll do things your way" said Firefly .

NLR BLACK OPS

Scootaloo and the others were training harder than ever for the upcoming battle in cloudsdale .

Trixie , Trixster , Sun Set Shimmer , and Sun Rise Shake , looked at the trainees with smiles on there faces knowing that these ponies are going to be perfect for the tougher missions .

Moonshadow and Moonseeker soon joined there four generals and watched them train as hard as they could .

"You think there going to be ready for things outside of what the Princesses would give the army and marines?" asked Sun Set Shimmer .

"I'm quite sure of it as we only answer to the NLR SOCOM , a orgnization that runs the Black Ops" said Trixie .

Her brother Trixister only watched the ponies train , two of which caught his eye , Scooaloo and Scootaroll .

Of course Moonshadow and Moonseeker saw Trixister watching those two , there movements so fluid and quick it was like he saw two warriors on the field of battle fighting . Soon the battle for cloudsdale would commence , the very turning point for the war against the Solar Empire !

Location : Ponyville , Equestria

Golden Oaks Library

Twilight Sparkle was working on a very special device that could hide a ship from sensors . She called it a cloaking device , while the first one worked , she simply took an easy design and was now improving on it making it harder for the luanr ships to detect there ships . This is perfect !, soon those lunar forces won't be able to even notice us coming when we attack the moon ! , all of your will be captured and executed in front of everypony ! Thought Twilight with an evil grin .

While she worked , she was amassing followers from the changelings , to the zebra's , even other pony's as well .

Most excellent , with these followers I should be able to at least find a suitable location to start building my empire , however one thing is stopping me from doing so , Celestia's Nuclear weapons ! , I think I can let Luna handle that , and as for Shinning Armor he can do whatever he wants as if it would matter to me ! , but once nuclear fallout happens , I fear that my parents won't be able to make it to a nuclear bunker in time and simply hide in there house that me and shining armor grew up in since we were both foals .

As she kept working a few other things crossed her mind , like where on Equiss was she going to build her empire , and how was she going to keep her 'subjects' safe , it's not like she could rule it alone with an iron hoof , and also she wouldn't want to be seen as a tyrant like Celestia .

I'm sure I'll figure that part out when I can , for now I should focus on improving this device and soon present my plan to Celestia and go from there .